EMG H2A-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Chrome
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
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- EMG3631
Description
EMG H2A-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Chrome
The EMG H2A-B is a bridge-position passive humbucker engineered to capture articulate, balanced output without active electronics or power supply complications. Built on Alnico V magnets, this pickup delivers the harmonic complexity of vintage passive designs with the modern clarity needed for tight, defined recordings—ideal for bridge-position tracking in any mix context.
Recording & Tone Characteristics
With 8.40 kOhm DC resistance and 4.90 Henries inductance, the H2A-B produces dual resonant peaks at 2.12 kHz and 3.82 kHz that add midrange presence without clouding the low end or introducing harshness into multitrack sessions. The 65.40 kOhm impedance at resonance ensures consistent signal integrity through preamps, interfaces, and mixing chains without coloration or impedance mismatch issues.
Specifications & Integration
This bridge pickup measures 2.75 x 2.38 x 6 inches and is available with standard spacing and short-shaft mounting options to fit most instrument configurations. The passive design eliminates ground-loop noise, requires no battery or phantom power, and integrates cleanly into direct recording chains and analog signal paths without active circuit noise.
Key Features
- Bridge-position humbucker (H2A-B designation)
- Alnico V magnet construction
- DC Resistance: 8.40 kOhm
- Inductance: 4.90 Henries
- Resonant Frequency (1): 2.12 kHz
- Resonant Frequency (2): 3.82 kHz
- Impedance at Resonance: 65.40 kOhm
- Passive design — no power supply required
- Standard spacing with short-shaft option
- Chrome finish
- Dimensions: 2.75 x 2.38 x 6 inches
The H2A-B combines passive signal purity with transparent engineering, delivering the clarity and articulation that define professional bridge pickup capture for studio recording.
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At a Glance
The EMG H2A-B is a passive bridge humbucker built on Alnico V magnets that delivers articulate, balanced tone with dual resonant peaks engineered to cut through mixes without harsh midrange coloration. Its 8.40 kOhm DC resistance and controlled output sit well in dense rock and metal mixes, offering both vintage warmth and contemporary clarity for tracking and layering sessions. This passive design eliminates noise and ground-loop issues common in studio recording, making it a versatile, no-nonsense choice for producers and engineers tracking everything from hard rock to progressive material.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does passive mean, and why does it matter?
Passive pickups require no battery or external power supply, eliminating ground-loop noise and offering straightforward wiring with zero ongoing maintenance. This design delivers natural, transparent tone and reliable long-term operation without dependence on active electronics.
What genres and styles is the H2A-B best suited for?
This pickup excels in rock, metal, hard rock, and progressive music, delivering the articulate clarity and cut-through tone those styles demand. It is not optimized for jazz or blues, where darker, warmer passive pickups are typically preferred.
How does the H2A-B compare to the EMG 81 or other popular bridge pickups?
Unlike the active EMG 81, the H2A-B is passive and requires no power, offering vintage-aware warmth with contemporary clarity. Compared to the Seymour Duncan 59 and DiMarzio Super Distortion, the H2A-B's dual resonant peaks (2.12 kHz and 3.82 kHz) provide controlled midrange presence and articulation without harshness, making it responsive across clean and high-gain applications.
What spacing options does it come with?
The H2A-B ships with standard spacing and a short-shaft option to accommodate various guitar designs and wiring configurations.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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