EMG H1A-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Gold
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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
- EMG4889
Description
EMG H1A-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Gold
The EMG H1A-N captures a balanced passive humbucker response with refined midrange character and controlled output that sits naturally in dense mixes. This over-wound design pairs Alnico V magnets with traditional construction, making it an excellent choice for producers and engineers tracking passive pickup tonal flexibility without active circuit complexity. The brushed gold logo maintains professional studio aesthetics while delivering reliable performance across session work.
Tonal Character & Specifications
The 13.65 kOhm DC resistance and 7.80 Henries inductance establish a pickup with articulate mids and defined highs, supported by dual resonant frequencies at 1.65 KHz and 3.00 KHz for responsive, musical output across pick dynamics and recording techniques. The Alnico/Steel magnet configuration ensures smooth saturation without excessive midrange bloom, tracking cleanly for direct recording or amplified sessions while maintaining clarity in layered arrangements.
Design & Construction
This pickup features fully shielded construction to eliminate noise and hum—essential for clean studio tracking and post-production flexibility. The 5-wire Quik-Connect output accommodates series, parallel, and split configurations, allowing quick tonal adjustments between takes or songs without rewiring. The 0.388" pole piece spread is optimized for standard Tune-o-matic bridge spacing, ensuring proper string alignment and consistent magnetic coupling across the frequency spectrum.
Key Features
- Magnet Type: Alnico/Steel (A/S)
- Over-wound Coils with Alnico V Magnets
- DC Resistance: 13.65 kOhm
- Inductance: 7.80 Henries (series wired)
- Resonant Frequency: 1.65 KHz and 3.00 KHz
- Impedance at Resonance: 80.80 kOhm (at 1.65 KHz)
- Pole Piece Spread: 0.388" (9.85mm) — Tune-o-matic compatible
- 5-Wire Quik-Connect Output for multiple wiring combinations
- Fully Shielded Construction
- Brushed Gold Logo
- Passive Humbucker Design
The H1A-N combines passive humbucker tradition with EMG's engineering precision, delivering consistent tone and noise-free operation for professional recording sessions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG H1A-N is a passive humbucker that captures articulate mids and defined highs with smooth saturation, making it a natural fit for rock, metal, and studio sessions where clarity and punch matter. Engineers and producers value its dual resonant frequencies (1.65 kHz and 3.00 kHz) for sitting tight in mixes without excessive bloom, plus full shielding keeps unwanted noise out of recordings. The 5-wire Quik-Connect output gives you wiring flexibility to dial in series, parallel, or split configurations to shape your tone during tracking or re-amping.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Rock, Metal, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | Articulate mids, defined highs, smooth saturation, balanced output, controlled drive |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup configurations can I use with the 5-wire Quik-Connect output?
The 5-wire design supports series, parallel, and split wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to adapt the pickup to your guitar's electronics and sonic needs.
Is this pickup suitable for passive guitar wiring, or does it need active electronics?
The H1A-N is a fully passive humbucker—no active circuitry required. It's designed to work with standard passive guitar wiring and delivers consistent tone without batteries or preamps.
What genres does the H1A-N work best in?
This pickup excels in hard rock, rock, metal, and studio sessions. Its articulate mids and controlled drive make it less suitable for jazz or folk applications where you might want warmer, darker voicings.
Will this pickup fit my Tune-o-matic bridge guitar?
Yes. The 0.388-inch pole piece spread is optimized for standard Tune-o-matic bridge spacing, ensuring proper string alignment and magnetic coupling.
How does the shielded construction help?
Full shielding minimizes noise and hum, keeping your signal clean whether you're recording in the studio or performing live with long cable runs.
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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