EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black Chrome
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
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- EMG4159
Description
EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black Chrome
The EMG H2-B is a ceramic-magnet passive humbucker engineered to capture articulate, balanced midrange response without active electronics. Its compact bridge-position design integrates cleanly into most standard humbucker cavities, delivering the clarity of a passive design with EMG's refined construction standards for professional recording sessions.
Tone & Electrical Character
With a DC resistance of 8.4 kOhm and inductance of 4.53 Henries, this pickup produces well-defined harmonic content across dual resonant frequencies at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz. The impedance peak of 63.3 kOhm at resonance ensures strong output and cutting midrange presence—ideal for rock, metal, and high-gain tracking where note articulation and tonal separation sit clearly in the mix.
Installation & Compatibility
The solderless install system includes all necessary components: dual 500K potentiometers (volume and tone), a mono output jack, dual pickup bus connectors, mounting hardware, and interconnect cables. This bridge-position humbucker with standard spacing and short shaft fits most modern electric guitars designed for dual-pickup configurations, streamlining your studio setup workflow.
Key Features
- Ceramic magnet construction for consistent, defined output
- DC Resistance: 8.4 kOhm
- Inductance: 4.53 Henries
- Resonant Frequency: 2225 Hz primary / 4000 Hz secondary
- Impedance at Resonance: 63.3 kOhm
- Bridge-position humbucker with standard spacing and short shaft
- Solderless install system with 500K volume and tone potentiometers
- Includes mono output jack, dual pickup bus, mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, and output/ground leads
- Black Chrome finish for visual integration on dark-bodied instruments
- Passive design—no batteries or active circuitry required
The H2-B delivers passive humbucker performance with professional EMG quality and a complete, hassle-free installation package for tracking and recording applications.
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At a Glance
The EMG H2-B is a passive ceramic humbucker engineered to sit clearly in dense, distorted mixes with its balanced harmonic content and articulate midrange response. Its compact bridge-position design and dual resonant frequencies produce cutting presence without muddiness, making it ideal for tracking hard rock and metal where note definition matters in the mix. The complete solderless install kit keeps session setup fast and straightforward.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ High-Gain Applications
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What positions does the H2-B fit?
The H2-B is a bridge-position humbucker with standard spacing and short shaft, designed to fit most modern electric guitars with dual-pickup configurations and standard humbucker cavities.
Do I need batteries or active circuitry?
No—the H2-B is fully passive. It requires no batteries, external power, or active electronics; just ceramic-magnet construction with standard potentiometers for volume and tone control.
What's included in the installation kit?
The solderless install system includes dual 500K potentiometers, a mono output jack, dual pickup bus connectors, mounting hardware, screws, springs, pickup cable, and output/ground leads—everything you need to drop it in.
Is this pickup suitable for blues or jazz?
The H2-B is engineered for rock, metal, and high-gain applications where articulate midrange and cutting presence are priorities; its tone character is less suited to blues and jazz styles that typically favor warmer, smoother harmonic response.
How does the H2-B compare to active EMG pickups?
The H2-B is passive, so it doesn't require batteries or active circuitry; it delivers EMG's refined construction and clarity through ceramic magnets and dual resonant frequencies at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz, ideal for players who prefer passive designs with strong output.
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