EMG H1-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in 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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- EMG3722
Description
EMG H1-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Chrome
The EMG H1-N is a passively voiced humbucker engineered to deliver classic tonal character directly to your recording chain without active electronics or battery dependence. Built with over wound coils and ceramic magnets, this pickup captures balanced midrange and articulate response ideal for tracking sessions across blues, rock, and vintage-influenced productions. The chrome finish maintains full electrical performance and aesthetic consistency across any wiring configuration.
Electrical Characteristics & Recording Tone
Operating with a DC resistance of 13.65 kOhm and 7.15 Henries inductance, this pickup yields a resonant frequency of 1.65 kHz when loaded with standard 500K volume and tone controls. The impedance at resonance reaches 74.00 kOhm under those same conditions, ensuring balanced output with moderate compression and organic sustain that translates cleanly to tape or DAW. This electrical profile sits in the sweet spot for capturing natural dynamics and sitting well in dense mixes without requiring heavy EQ correction.
Installation & Tonal Switching Flexibility
The pickup ships with a 5-wire connector and 15-inch pickup cable, enabling series/parallel switching or single/dual-coil tapping without circuit board modifications. Its standard pole piece spread of 0.388 inches (9.85mm) fits Tune-o-matic bridges and installs as a direct replacement in any humbucking-size cavity. No soldering required to access tonal variations — rewire at the switch or toggle mid-session and audition different voicings without breaking workflow.
Key Features
- Passive design — no power source or battery required
- DC Resistance: 13.65 kOhm
- Inductance: 7.15 Henries (series wired)
- Resonant Frequency: 1.65 kHz (500K load)
- Resonant Frequency: 3.12 kHz (1 MegOhm/47pf load)
- Impedance at Resonance: 74.00 kOhm (500K load)
- Over wound coils with ceramic magnets
- 5-wire connectors for series/parallel and coil-tap switching
- 15-inch (30cm) pickup cable included
- Standard pole piece spread: 0.388" (9.85mm) for Tune-o-matic compatibility
- Direct replacement for humbucking-size pickups
- Chrome finish
The H1-N combines straightforward passive operation with mid-session wiring versatility, making it an essential tool for producers tracking multiple tonal colors in a single session and avoiding the maintenance demands and impedance issues of active systems.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG H1-N is a passively voiced humbucker that brings warm, vintage-tinged character to recording without active-circuit complexity or battery management. Its 13.65k DC resistance and 1.65kHz resonant frequency (on a 500K load) sit in the sweet spot for capturing balanced midrange and articulate response that cuts through a mix in blues, rock, and retro-styled sessions. The 5-wire connector lets you rewire for series/parallel or coil-tap options directly at the switch, expanding your palette within a single pickup.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Blues, Rock, Hard Rock, Vintage-influenced styles |
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| Tonal character | Balanced midrange, articulate response, organic sustain, moderate compression, classic humbucker character |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is the H1-N designed for?
The H1-N excels in blues, rock, hard rock, and vintage-influenced styles. Its balanced midrange and moderate compression are not optimized for metal or djent tones, so if you play extreme genres, this pickup may not deliver the aggression and saturation you need.
Do I need a battery or active power source to use this pickup?
No — the H1-N is fully passive, so it requires no battery, no preamp, and no external power. Just plug it in and play with the same reliability as any traditional humbucker.
Can I switch between single-coil and humbucker tones, or run series/parallel wiring?
Yes. The H1-N ships with a 5-wire connector that enables series/parallel switching and single/dual-coil tapping at your toggle switch without soldering or additional modification. Rewire at the switch to explore different tonal variations.
Will the H1-N fit my guitar and existing cavity?
The H1-N has a standard pole piece spread of 0.388 inches (9.85mm) and fits any Tune-o-matic bridge and standard humbucking-size cavity, making it a direct drop-in replacement for any humbucker-routed instrument.
What cable and connectors come in the box?
The pickup includes a 15-inch pickup cable and 5-wire connector for series/parallel and coil-tap wiring flexibility right out of the box.
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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