EMG GTV Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Red
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG5647
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EMG GTV Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Red
The EMG GTV captures punchy, articulate tones with the noise rejection and output consistency of an active system and the visual distinction of red caps. This bridge and neck set pairs ceramic and steel magnets for high output and clarity across the frequency spectrum, delivering defined transient response and sustain without frequency masking—ideal for tracking and mixing applications where precision matters.
Active Electronics & Recording Reliability
Battery-powered operation provides superior noise rejection and predictable output levels across tracking sessions. The solderless connection architecture streamlines setup and reduces troubleshooting during installation, while the 18.7mm threaded long-shaft potentiometers integrate seamlessly into standard guitar control layouts without modification.
Complete System Architecture
The set includes all components for installation: dual 25k volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup cables, connection cables, and mounting hardware. This integrated approach eliminates sourcing mismatches and ensures tonal coherence in your signal chain from the instrument through your interface.
Key Features
- Active humbucker design with ceramic and steel magnets
- High-output specification for aggressive tones and clarity
- Bridge and neck position set
- 18.7mm threaded long-shaft potentiometers
- Solderless connection system for simplified wiring
- Red pickup caps
- Dual 25k volume potentiometers
- Dual 25k tone potentiometers
- Complete wiring harness and connectivity cables included
- Battery-powered active circuit
- Mounting screws and springs included
- Manufactured in the United States
The GTV set delivers articulate, focused tones suitable for studio production, with the stability and consistency of a purpose-built active system backed by EMG's established track record in professional recording environments.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG GTV active humbucker set captures punchy, high-clarity tones ideal for recording metal, hard rock, and progressive material where articulate sustain and noise-free operation strengthen the mix. The complete harness, solderless connections, and pre-matched potentiometers speed up session setup, and the ceramic-and-steel magnet pairing delivers defined attack that cuts through dense arrangements without phase issues. Perfect for home and professional studios tracking aggressive genres.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Drop Tunings |
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| Tonal character | High output, articulate attack, ceramic and steel magnets, noise rejection, defined clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Blues (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 this pickup set?
The set includes a bridge and neck humbucker with red caps, dual 25k volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup cables, connection cables, mounting screws, and springs—everything needed for a complete drop-in installation.
Is this suitable for genres beyond metal and hard rock?
The GTV is optimized for metal, hard rock, progressive, and drop-tuning applications. Its high output and aggressive character make it less ideal for jazz, folk, or blues, where warmer, more nuanced tones are typically preferred.
How does the active system work, and what does it require?
The GTV runs on battery power, which provides consistent output, noise rejection, and the responsiveness active electronics offer. The solderless connection architecture simplifies wiring, and the 18.7mm long-shaft potentiometers fit standard guitar control layouts without modification.
How does the GTV compare to the EMG 81/85?
Both are active EMG humbuckers, but the GTV combines ceramic and steel magnets for articulate clarity and is positioned as a complete all-in-one system with included wiring and potentiometers, whereas the 81/85 is a modular option often chosen for classic high-output tones.
What skill level is required to install this set?
The solderless connection system and complete harness simplify installation, making the set accessible to beginners and intermediate players; advanced and professional users will appreciate the faster setup and reduced troubleshooting.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $16 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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