EMG F-Marty Friedman Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- EMG7470
Description
EMG F-Marty Friedman Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup Set in Black Chrome
The EMG F-Marty Friedman set captures the aggressive, articulate voice essential for modern high-gain recording—muscular output with clarity that cuts through dense mixes without losing definition. Engineered for Floyd Rose-equipped guitars, these F-Spaced humbuckers mount seamlessly into wide-bridge cavities and respond with precision to both heavy riffing and intricate lead tracking. The brushed black chrome covers integrate cleanly into dark instrument aesthetics while maintaining the sonic purity required in professional sessions.
Tone & Electronics
Built around Alnico 5 magnets and high-output passive design, this set generates substantial signal without digital processing—expect aggressive articulation, sustained harmonic content, and responsive dynamic range that translates clearly to tape or digital recording. The solderless connection system simplifies installation and reduces failure points common to traditional wiring, while the included 2 × 500k volume and 2 × 500k tone potentiometers provide full tonal shaping authority during mixing and post-production adjustments.
Hardware & Installation
The long shaft potentiometer (18.7mm threaded) accommodates standard control wells without modification, making these pickups a direct retrofit for most existing setups in your studio. F-Spaced design ensures proper pole piece alignment with Floyd Rose bridge saddles, eliminating the acoustic phase issues that compromise recording clarity when pickups and vibrato systems are mismatched.
Key Features
- Configuration: 2 humbuckers (bridge and neck)
- F-Spaced / Wide Bridge Pickup for Floyd Rose guitars
- Magnet type: Alnico 5
- Passive design with high output
- Brushed black chrome covers
- Solderless connection system
- Long shaft potentiometers (18.7mm threaded)
- 2 × 500k volume potentiometers
- 2 × 500k tone potentiometers
- Bridge and neck positions included
- Made in USA
This USA-made pickup set combines Marty Friedman's signature aggression with the engineering precision EMG is known for, delivering the consistent performance and recording clarity required in any professional session.
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At a Glance
The EMG F-Marty Friedman set brings muscular, articulate tones ideal for recording heavy and progressive material, with Alnico 5 magnets and passive high-output design that sit boldly in dense mixes without muddiness. These pickups excel at capturing aggressive riffing and dynamic lead performances while maintaining harmonic clarity and sustain, making them a reliable choice for tracking metal, djent, and hard rock sessions. The solderless connection system and included potentiometers streamline studio setup and reduce potential failure points during long recording days.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these pickups compatible with my Floyd Rose tremolo system?
Yes—the F-Spaced design is engineered specifically for Floyd Rose bridges, ensuring proper pole piece alignment with saddles and eliminating the acoustic phase issues that occur when standard pickups are paired with wide-bridge vibratos.
Do I need to solder these pickups, or is installation simple?
The solderless connection system means no soldering required, reducing installation time and common failure points associated with traditional wiring. The long shaft potentiometers (18.7mm threaded) fit standard control wells without modification on most guitars.
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
These pickups are optimized for metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent playing, where aggressive articulation, high output, and clarity in dense mixes are essential. They are not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles that require softer, more nuanced tones.
What is included in this set, and what potentiometer values are provided?
The set includes bridge and neck humbuckers, 2 × 500k volume potentiometers, and 2 × 500k tone potentiometers, giving you full tonal shaping control from your guitar's control plate.
How do these compare to other high-output passive pickups?
The EMG F-Marty Friedman combines Alnico 5 magnets with passive design for substantial signal and aggressive articulation without digital processing. While comparable to models like the EMG 81/85 and Seymour Duncan JB, the F-Spaced design and solderless system make it purpose-built for Floyd Rose guitars and modern heavy styles.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $17 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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