EMG H2A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG7118
Description
EMG H2A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
The H2A-B is a passive humbucker engineered for clean, articulate recording without active circuitry or phantom power requirements. Its brushed chrome cover sits visually neutral in the mix documentation, while the long shaft configuration accommodates deeper pickup cavities and non-standard mounting depths. This is a straightforward, reliable pickup for studios and producers prioritizing transparency and simplicity in their signal chain.
Tone & Recording Character
Powered by an Alnico V magnet, the H2A-B produces a resonant frequency of 4.00 kHz (with 500K load) and 3.82 kHz (with 1MΩ/47pF load), yielding controlled midrange presence and smooth harmonic response that captures definition on tape and in the DAW. A DC resistance of 8.40 kOhm and inductance of 4.90 Henries ensure muscular output without excessive aggression, while an impedance at resonance of 63.30 kOhm maintains headroom and tonal clarity across preamp inputs and interface impedances.
Design & Technical Specifications
The long shaft design accommodates deeper cavities and non-standard mounting depths, offering flexibility for retrofit session guitars and custom builds. This passive pickup ships with a complete output package—500K volume potentiometer, 500K tone potentiometer, mono output jack, and 5-wire pickup cable—requiring no external power source, simplifying studio wiring and eliminating noise from active circuitry. The 0.388" (9.85mm) pole piece spread is optimized for Tune-o-matic bridge spacing, ensuring proper string alignment and even magnetic coupling for balanced multi-track captures.
Key Features
- Alnico V magnet for controlled, articulate tone
- Passive design — no active electronics or power supply required
- Long shaft configuration for deeper cavities and custom mounting
- DC Resistance: 8.40 kOhm
- Inductance: 4.90 Henries
- Resonant Frequency (500K load): 4.00 kHz
- Resonant Frequency (1MΩ/47pF load): 3.82 kHz
- Impedance at Resonance: 63.30 kOhm
- Pole Piece Spread: 0.388" (9.85mm) — Tune-o-matic compatible
- Brushed chrome cover finish
- Includes 500K volume pot, 500K tone pot, mono jack, and 5-wire cable
- Tune-o-matic bridge compatible
The H2A-B Long Shaft combines transparent passive operation with practical engineering for session instruments requiring deeper mounting depths or non-standard cavity configurations.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The H2A-B is a passive humbucker with a controlled midrange presence and smooth harmonic response that sits transparently in a mix without coloration or noise from active electronics. Its Alnico V magnet and 4.90 Henry inductance generate enough output to cut through a dense arrangement while maintaining headroom and definition, making it a practical choice for tracking and session work where you need a straightforward, uncolored signal. Comes complete with volume pot, tone pot, mono jack, and cable—plug it in and record.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Custom Builds, Extended Range |
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| Tonal character | Articulate, controlled midrange, smooth harmonics, muscular output, transparent |
| Less specialized for | Practice (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the long shaft configuration do, and will it fit my guitar?
The long shaft accommodates deeper pickup cavities and non-standard mounting depths, offering flexibility for custom builds and retrofit applications where standard pickups won't sit properly. If your guitar has a Tune-o-matic bridge and deeper-than-normal cavity routing, this pickup's design handles that; check your cavity depth against the shaft length before ordering.
Is this a plug-and-play pickup, or do I need special electronics?
Yes—it ships with a 500K volume pot, 500K tone pot, mono output jack, and 5-wire cable, so it's ready to wire. Being passive, it requires no battery or external power source, making it simpler and more reliable than active pickups.
How does this compare to active pickups or other passive humbuckers?
The H2A-B is passive, so it needs no power and produces zero active noise; it trades some output aggression for transparency and headroom. Its 8.40 kOhm DC resistance and Alnico V magnet yield muscular, controlled tone similar to classic passives like the Seymour Duncan 59, but with a resonant frequency tuned for articulate midrange and smooth harmonics.
Will this pickup work with my amp and signal chain?
Yes. Its impedance at resonance (63.30 kOhm) maintains tonal definition across a range of amplifier impedances, and the passive design keeps your signal clean and uncolored as it travels through your pedalboard and amp.
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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