EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup 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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- EMG5719
Description
EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup in Red
EMG H pickups deliver articulate, punchy single-coil character housed in a humbucker-sized format, making them ideal for studio work where clarity and definition matter without requiring routing modifications. The red finish adds visual distinction while maintaining the signature active EMG response that cuts through mix and sustains note definition across all frequencies. This configuration suits session work and multi-genre production where single-coil brightness in a retrofit-friendly package enables rapid instrument swaps and flexible tracking setups.
Recording Tone & Output Characteristics
Active electronics provide consistent output and reduced noise floor compared to passive designs, delivering tight articulation and fast transient response ideal for capturing clean, detailed tracks in bridge and neck positions. The single-coil design within a humbucker housing offers clarity and snap that translates well to both rhythm and lead recording work, with reduced hum typical of active circuitry—a significant advantage during long studio sessions and when layering multiple takes.
Installation & Studio Integration
The humbucker-sized housing installs into standard humbucker cavities without routing, enabling quick upgrades to existing studio instruments or rapid swaps between tracking guitars. The active design requires battery power or external power supply to operate, standard across EMG's active lineup and easily managed in a studio environment.
Key Features
- Active single-coil design in humbucker housing format
- Red finish with EMG branding
- Humbucker-sized mounting — no routing required
- Low-noise active circuitry
- Requires 9V battery or external power supply
- Fast transient response and articulate tone
- Standard EMG 4-conductor wiring
- Direct humbucker cavity retrofit compatibility
- Single-coil clarity with active consistency
The EMG H balances single-coil definition with the convenience of active electronics and humbucker-format installation, making it an efficient upgrade for producers and engineers retrofitting studio guitars without extensive modification, enabling consistent, noise-free tracking across sessions.
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At a Glance
The EMG H active single-coil in humbucker format captures articulate, punchy definition ideal for tracking funk, rock, and heavy music where clarity and snap matter in the mix. Its low-noise active circuitry and fast transient response sit tight in a session, and the humbucker housing means zero routing — swap it into any dual-coil cavity for immediate sonic upgrades. Pick it to add single-coil brightness and presence to a guitar without modification headaches.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and a standard single-coil or humbucker?
The EMG H combines single-coil tone character — articulate, punchy, and bright — with humbucker-sized housing for a direct retrofit into any humbucker cavity, eliminating routing. Active electronics also deliver a lower noise floor and faster transient response than passive designs, making it ideal for cutting through live and studio mixes.
Will this fit my guitar without modification?
Yes, the humbucker-sized housing installs directly into any standard humbucker cavity with no routing or modification required. You can swap it in place of an existing dual-coil pickup.
Does it require a battery or external power?
The active circuitry requires either a 9V battery or an external power supply to operate, which is standard across EMG's active pickup lineup.
What styles and genres is this pickup best suited for?
The EMG H excels in funk, rock, hard rock, and studio sessions where articulate, punchy tone and fast response matter. Its low-noise, cutting character is less suited to traditional jazz or folk applications.
How does the red finish affect the tone?
The red finish is cosmetic only and does not affect tone or performance — it adds visual distinction while the pickup delivers the same active single-coil character and low-noise response as other EMG H models.
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. 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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