EMG H Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome
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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
- EMG7769
Description
EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome
The EMG H captures bright, articulate single-coil character in a humbucker-sized format, delivering clarity and presence without the noise floor of traditional single coils. This active design maintains responsive dynamics across the frequency spectrum while recording and sits confidently in dense mixes. The brushed chrome finish presents a professional, modern appearance on the instrument. The pickup excels in tracking sessions demanding definition and cut—from classic rock to contemporary genres where tonal separation and mic-friendly response matter.
Tone & Output Characteristics
Built around a ceramic magnet, the H generates wide frequency response with pronounced high-end clarity and midrange articulation that translates well to both direct recording and amplified capture. The active circuit ensures consistent output level and low impedance, providing stable tracking performance in high-gain contexts or cleaner applications where note definition and sustain are paramount.
Installation & System Integration
The Solderless Install System streamlines setup with pre-wired connectivity—no soldering required. The package includes everything needed: 25k volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, output jack, pickup cable, and mounting hardware, reducing installation time and complexity on most guitar platforms and allowing faster session reconfiguration.
Key Features
- Single-coil design in humbucker housing footprint
- Ceramic magnet construction
- Active electronics with low-impedance output
- Wide frequency response for clarity and presence
- Brushed chrome finish
- EMG Solderless Install System included
- 25k volume potentiometer
- 25k tone potentiometer
- Battery bus assembly
- Output jack and pickup cable included
- Mounting hardware included
The EMG H combines single-coil articulation with humbucker form factor and the convenience of EMG's solderless ecosystem—a direct retrofit for tracking and recording that delivers clarity without modification hassle.
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At a Glance
The EMG H captures bright, articulate single-coil tone with a wide frequency response and pronounced midrange clarity, making it a versatile choice for studio tracking in rock and high-gain contexts where note separation matters. Its active circuit ensures low impedance and consistent output across takes, reducing the need for output compensation during mixing, and the ceramic magnet construction delivers clarity that sits well in dense arrangements. The included wiring harness and potentiometers speed up session prep and integration into your recording rig.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ High-Gain Lead Work
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to solder this pickup, or is installation straightforward?
No soldering required. The EMG Solderless Install System includes pre-wired connectors, a battery bus, output jack, 25k volume and tone potentiometers, pickup cable, and mounting hardware—you just connect the harness to your guitar's existing wiring.
Will this pickup work for blues and jazz, or is it only for rock and high-gain?
This pickup is optimized for classic rock, hard rock, studio sessions, and high-gain lead work where bright articulation and clarity are priorities. Its pronounced high-end and midrange focus makes it less suited to blues and jazz styles that typically favor warmer, smoother tones.
What's the difference between this single-coil design and a traditional humbucker?
The EMG H delivers single-coil brightness and articulation in a humbucker-sized housing, eliminating the hum of traditional single coils while maintaining wide frequency response and clarity. It uses active electronics to ensure consistent output and low impedance, making it quieter and more stable than passive single coils.
How does the active circuit affect tone and output?
The active circuit maintains responsive dynamics across the frequency spectrum, ensures a low noise floor, and delivers consistent output level—meaning you get the same brightness and definition whether you're playing softly or driving hard. This stability is especially valuable in high-gain contexts or studio recording where you need repeatable tone across multiple takes.
What guitars is this compatible with?
The EMG H fits any guitar with a humbucker-sized cavity. The included mounting hardware accommodates most standard humbucker installations; verify your guitar's pickup cavity dimensions match the humbucker format before purchase.
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