EMG FTC Active Single Coil Pickup 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
- EMG51
Description
EMG FTC Active Single Coil Pickup in Black
The EMG FTC is an active single-coil pickup engineered to capture articulate, noise-free performance in a traditional Telecaster neck position format. Its solderless installation and quick-connector design streamline studio setup and session changeovers, while the included electronics package handles all wiring duties. This pickup delivers the clarity and punch of a classic single-coil without the hum that typically plagues traditional designs—critical for clean layering and overdub tracking.
Tone & Output Characteristics
A 5.30 kHz resonant frequency combined with medium-high output produces a balanced, articulate response that translates well across both clean and driven recording scenarios. The ceramic magnet construction provides solid midrange definition and snappy transient response, ensuring every pick articulation and string attack sits clearly in the mix.
Installation & Electronics
This pickup arrives as a complete solderless system, eliminating solder work and reducing downtime between sessions. The bundle includes 25K volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup switching bus components, and all necessary cables, so no additional components are required for a functioning active pickup circuit—fast integration into your recording chain.
Key Features
- Active Single Coil Pickup — noiseless design
- 6-String configuration for standard guitar applications
- Telecaster Neck Position fit
- Ceramic magnet construction
- Resonant Frequency: 5.30 kHz
- Medium-High Output Level
- Black cover finish
- Quick Connector interface for easy integration
- Solderless installation with mounting screws and springs included
- Complete electronics package: 25K pots, battery bus, switching bus, output jack, and all required cables
The EMG FTC combines the sonic character of a single-coil pickup with active circuitry's noise rejection and output consistency, making it a reliable choice for producers upgrading a Telecaster tracking guitar while maintaining traditional tonal character and reducing session noise floor.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG FTC active single-coil pickup brings articulate, hum-free clarity to home and studio recording sessions, with a 5.30 kHz resonant peak and solid midrange definition that cuts through mixes on both clean and slightly driven tones. Its solderless design and complete electronics package (pots, battery bus, output jack, all cables) make retrofit painless, letting you focus on capturing great tones without assembly hassle. Pick this when you need a versatile single-coil voice that records clean and stacks well in layered arrangements.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Home Recording, Studio Sessions, Gigging, Clean Tones |
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| Tonal character | Articulate, noise-free, balanced, snappy transients, solid midrange |
| Less specialized for | Extreme Metal, Heavily Modulated Effects (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the box, and do I need to buy extra electronics?
The EMG FTC ships as a complete solderless system with 25K volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup switching bus components, and all required cables—no additional parts are needed to install and use the pickup.
Do I need a soldering iron to install this?
No. The EMG FTC uses a quick-connector solderless design that eliminates the need for a soldering iron, reducing installation time and making retrofit work straightforward.
What kind of tones does this pickup produce?
With a 5.30 kHz resonant frequency, ceramic magnet construction, and medium-high output, the FTC delivers articulate, balanced tones with snappy transients and solid midrange—suited to both clean and driven applications without the hum of traditional single coils.
Will this work in my Telecaster?
Yes, the EMG FTC is designed for Telecaster neck position fit and standard 6-string guitars, with mounting screws and springs included for installation.
Is this pickup good for heavy metal or heavily effects-driven tones?
The FTC is optimized for clean tones, studio sessions, gigging, and articulate, balanced sounds; it is not voiced for extreme metal or heavily modulated effects applications.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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