EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome

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EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome sku number EMG6285
  • Brand new in original box
  • Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
  • Free shipping in the continental US

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EMG6285
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Description

EMG HZ H4 Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome

The EMG HZ H4 is a fully shielded passive humbucker engineered to capture articulate, balanced tone without active circuitry or battery dependencies. Its compact footprint and ceramic magnet configuration make it an ideal retrofit for recording scenarios where clarity, reduced noise, and traditional passive character serve the mix.

Tone & Recording Character

This ceramic magnet humbucker produces a punchy, defined midrange that translates clearly in multitrack arrangements and sits well in dense mixes. The electromagnetic shielding minimizes hum and interference—critical in home-studio environments with varied AC noise—while the 13.65 kΩ DC resistance delivers a moderately hot output that remains articulate across gain structures and resists the mud that can cloud darker passives in the recording chain.

Session Setup & Workflow

The pickup ships with a 5-wire Quik-Connect cable and mounting screws, eliminating soldering during installation and reducing setup friction between recording sessions. The 4-wire plus shield solderless design integrates directly into EMG's quick-connect ecosystem, speeding bench work and minimizing wiring errors when switching instruments in the studio.

Key Features

  • Passive humbucker design — no battery or active circuit required
  • Ceramic magnet construction
  • DC Resistance: 13.65 kΩ
  • Fully shielded for noise rejection
  • 4-wire plus shield solderless connectivity
  • Quik-Connect compatible
  • Includes 5-wire Quik-Connect cable
  • Mounting screws included
  • Brushed black chrome finish
  • Dimensions: 8" L × 4" W × 1" H

This pickup delivers reliable passive humbucker performance with the convenience of EMG's solderless ecosystem and the durability of full shielding—engineered for consistent recordings across sessions.

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At a Glance

The EMG H4 is a passive humbucker with ceramic magnets and full shielding that captures a defined, punchy midrange character without hum or noise—perfect for tracking rock and metal where articulate tone cuts through dense arrangements. Its moderately hot 13.65 kΩ output stays balanced across compression and saturation, translating well to mix without requiring active circuitry or session prep time. The solderless Quik-Connect integration speeds setup, letting you focus on capturing takes.

Who This Is For

Great for

  • ✓ Hard Rock
  • ✓ Metal
  • ✓ Rock
  • ✓ Studio Sessions

Not the best pick for

  • – Jazz
  • – Folk

Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a battery or active circuit to use the H4?

No. The H4 is a fully passive humbucker—it requires no battery, active electronics, or power source. Simply connect it and play.

What output level does the H4 deliver?

With a DC resistance of 13.65 kΩ, the H4 produces a moderately hot output that stays articulate and defined across gain structures without adding excessive mud.

What's included in the box?

The H4 ships with a 5-wire Quik-Connect cable, mounting screws, and solderless 4-wire plus shield connectors—everything needed for installation without soldering.

Is the H4 compatible with EMG's Quik-Connect system?

Yes. The pickup integrates directly into EMG's solderless Quik-Connect ecosystem, reducing wiring errors and setup time on the bench.

What genres is the H4 best suited for?

The H4 excels in hard rock, metal, rock, and studio sessions. Its punchy midrange and noise rejection make it less ideal for jazz or folk applications.

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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