EMG H3 Passive Humbucker Pickup in Chrome
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG5478
Description
EMG H3 Passive Humbucker Pickup in Chrome
The EMG H3 is a ceramic-magnet humbucker engineered to capture articulate, punchy tone in recording and live sessions without requiring a power supply. This passive design delivers clarity and presence across the frequency spectrum, performing equally well in neck or bridge positions on guitars with standard Tune-o-matic bridge spacing, making it a versatile choice for multi-track recording and tracking sessions.
Electrical Performance & Tone Character
A DC resistance of 13.65 kOhm and 7.40 Henry inductance shape a distinctive voice with dual resonant peaks at 1.72 kHz and 3.00 kHz, producing definition and clarity that cuts through dense mixes without sacrificing musicality. The 80.20 kOhm impedance at resonance ensures the pickup integrates seamlessly with standard guitar electronics while maintaining tight, focused output ideal for layered production work.
Design & Construction
Built in the USA with ceramic magnets and over wound coils, the H3 features fully shielded construction to reject interference and ground noise during recording sessions. The 5-wire quick-connect output enables series, parallel, or split-coil configurations for tracking flexibility and tone shaping, while the 0.388" (9.85mm) pole piece spread is optimized for standard Tune-o-matic bridge spacing to ensure consistent capture across different instrument setups.
Key Features
- Ceramic magnets with over wound coils
- DC Resistance: 13.65 kOhm
- Inductance: 7.40 Henries
- Resonant Frequency: 1.72 kHz (primary) and 3.00 kHz (secondary)
- Impedance at Resonance: 80.20 kOhm
- Pole piece spread: 0.388" (9.85mm) for Tune-o-matic bridges
- 5-wire quick-connect output with wiring flexibility
- Fully shielded for minimal noise
- Compatible with neck and bridge positions
- Passive design — requires no power supply
- Manufactured in the USA
- Pickup only; no wiring, screws, or additional components included
The H3 combines passive circuit simplicity with refined resonant characteristics, delivering dependable performance for engineers and producers tracking transparent, responsive tones without the complexity of active electronics.
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At a Glance
The EMG H3 is a passive ceramic-magnet humbucker engineered to capture articulate, presence-focused tone ideal for tracking and mixing hard rock and metal in the studio. Its dual resonant peaks at 1.72 kHz and 3.00 kHz add definition and cut without harshness, and the fully shielded construction rejects noise for clean recording sessions. The 5-wire quick-connect output offers wiring flexibility to shape your session tone in series, parallel, or split configurations.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup active or passive, and do I need a battery?
The H3 is fully passive—it requires no power supply or battery. It uses ceramic magnets and over wound coils to deliver its articulate, punchy tone without active electronics, making it ideal for straightforward wiring and reliable gigging.
What bridge style is this pickup designed for?
The H3 is optimized for standard Tune-o-matic bridge spacing with a 0.388" (9.85mm) pole piece spread. It works in both neck and bridge positions on guitars using that bridge type.
Can I use the H3 in parallel, series, or split-coil configurations?
Yes. The 5-wire quick-connect output provides flexibility for series, parallel, or split-coil wiring, allowing you to shape your tone and adapt to different playing styles.
Is the H3 good for jazz and blues, or is it really just a hard rock and metal pickup?
The H3 is engineered specifically for hard rock and metal with its articulate, presence-focused character and tight low end. It is not designed for jazz or blues playing styles.
What does fully shielded construction mean for my recording or live setup?
Fully shielded construction rejects electromagnetic noise and interference, keeping your signal clean in both high-interference live venues and studio environments with multiple electronics nearby.
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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