What skill level do I need to install these pickups?

The solderless four-conductor wiring system and pre-packaged mounting hardware are designed for straightforward installation, suitable for intermediate players and up. No soldering is required; you'll connect the output jack and pickup bus connectors without specialized tools.

Will these pickups fit my guitar without routing?

Yes, the 18.7mm threaded long shafts with 49mm standard spacing accommodate most modern guitar cavities. Verify your guitar's cavity dimensions and pickup spacing before ordering to confirm compatibility.

How do these compare to other medium-output humbuckers like the Seymour Duncan JB?

The EMG F-Marty Friedman set prioritizes natural dynamics and articulate highs over compressed output, making it passive and free from digital coloration. The neck pickup's 4.3 Henries inductance and 7.55 kOhm resistance deliver warm clarity suited to rhythm, while the bridge's 8.58 Henries and 16.2 kOhm resistance provide focused aggression; both are tuned for sustain-focused play rather than output volume.

What's included in the set?

The set includes both bridge and neck pickups, two 500k volume pots, two 500k tone pots, mounting hardware, pickup cables, a solderless output jack, and pickup bus connectors. Everything needed for a complete retrofit is pre-packaged.

Can I use these pickups with switching options like split-coil or series/parallel?

Yes, the four-conductor wiring supports split-coil and series/parallel switching configurations, giving you tonal flexibility in the studio or on stage.

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.

EMG F-Marty Friedman Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup Set in Chrome

The EMG F-Marty Friedman passive humbucker set captures the articulate, dynamic response that shaped Marty Friedman's studio recordings and live performances. Built with Alnico 5 magnets and stainless steel construction, these pickups balance clarity with sustain, offering medium output that tracks pick dynamics and finger vibrato with transparent accuracy—no digital compression or inherent coloration to shape your sound.

Tonal Character & Recording Clarity

The neck pickup (7.55 kOhm) produces warm, articulate highs with a 3.00 kHz resonant peak ideal for rhythm tracking and lead definition, while the bridge pickup (16.2 kOhm) delivers focused aggression with a 2.25 kHz resonance that sits forward in dense mixes. Medium output across both pickups ensures compatibility with any tube or solid-state amp, preamp, or interface chain without requiring output matching or buffering adjustments.

Specifications & Studio Integration

Both pickups feature 18.7mm threaded long shafts with 49mm standard spacing, fitting most modern guitar cavities without routing. The solderless four-conductor wiring system, stereo output jack, two pickup bus connectors, and included pots (2x 500k volume, 2x 500k tone) streamline installation and solder-free rewiring; mounting hardware and pickup cables arrive pre-packaged for a complete retrofit without shop time.

Key Features

Passive humbucker configuration, bridge and neck pair
Alnico 5 magnet material (both pickups)
Neck pickup: 7.55 kOhm DC resistance, 4.3 Henries inductance, 275 Gauss
Bridge pickup: 16.2 kOhm DC resistance, 8.58 Henries inductance, 275 Gauss
18.7mm threaded long shaft, 49mm standard spaced
Stainless steel construction with chrome finish
Four-conductor wiring for split-coil or series/parallel switching options
Solderless system with integrated output jack and pickup bus connectors
Includes 2x 500k volume pot, 2x 500k tone pot, mounting hardware, and pickup cables
Medium output level for natural amp responsiveness

This set combines Marty Friedman's refined passive pickup design with plug-and-play installation, delivering transparent tone capture and recording versatility in a direct swap configuration.