EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in White
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6492
Description
EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in White
The EMG H4 is a passive humbucker engineered to capture clarity and articulation in recording sessions without sacrificing output or noise rejection. Its ceramic bar magnet construction delivers a responsive, high-output passive tone that sits clearly in a mix while maintaining definition across the frequency spectrum. This pickup excels in rock and metal tracking where punch and precision translate directly to professional results.
Tonal Characteristics for Mixing
With a DC resistance of 13.65 kΩ and inductance of 7.37 H, the H4 produces a focused midrange with extended treble articulation typical of bar-magnet humbuckers. The resonant frequency of 1.65 kHz positions the peak response in a range that emphasizes clarity and string definition, making single-note work and chord articulation equally transparent on tape or DAW.
Studio Installation & Workflow
Built as a direct replacement in standard humbucker size, the H4 fits any conventional humbucker cavity without modification. The 5-wire Quik-Connect cable simplifies wiring and eliminates soldering guesswork during setup. Full electromagnetic shielding minimizes hum and noise, ensuring a quiet signal path regardless of studio environment or interface gain staging.
Key Features
- Passive humbucker configuration with two bar-loaded coils
- Ceramic bar magnets for high-output response
- DC resistance: 13.65 kΩ
- Inductance: 7.37 H
- Resonant frequency: 1.65 kHz
- Bar pole pieces
- 5-wire Quik-Connect cable for simplified installation
- Fully shielded to reduce electromagnetic noise
- Direct replacement humbucker size (2.63 x 2.38 x 6 inches)
- High-output passive design
The EMG H4 combines passive clarity with active-level output, delivering a no-compromise pickup for recording engineers and producers who demand both noise-free operation and articulate tone.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG H4 is a passive humbucker engineered to cut through a mix with focused midrange and articulate treble, making it ideal for recording rock and metal vocals, guitars, and layered arrangements. Its ceramic bar magnet construction and 13.65 kΩ DC resistance deliver high output without sacrificing clarity—perfect for capturing punchy, definition-rich tones in the mix. The fully shielded design eliminates hum and noise, so you get a clean signal path that translates well across different preamps and recording chains.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Rock, Metal, Hard Rock, Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
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| Tonal character | High output, focused midrange, articulate treble, tight definition, noise rejection |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size guitar does the EMG H4 fit?
The H4 is a direct replacement humbucker that fits any standard humbucker cavity without modification. It measures 2.63 x 2.38 x 6 inches and uses Quik-Connect wiring to simplify installation.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?
No. The H4 is engineered specifically for rock, metal, and hard rock, where its focused midrange and articulate treble excel. Its high output and tight definition are optimized for genres that benefit from clarity and punch rather than the smooth, warm tones blues and jazz players typically seek.
What makes the H4 different from other passive humbuckers?
The H4 combines passive humbucker warmth with active-level output and noise rejection, delivering high output without sacrificing articulation. Its ceramic bar magnet construction and 1.65 kHz resonant frequency position clarity and string definition at the center of its tone, making it ideal for precision work in dense mixes.
Do I need to solder the H4 into my guitar?
No. The H4 features a 5-wire Quik-Connect cable that simplifies wiring and eliminates soldering, making installation faster and more straightforward than traditional soldered pickups.
Will the H4 reduce hum and noise in my signal?
Yes. The H4 is fully shielded electromagnetically, which minimizes hum and noise to deliver a quiet signal path regardless of your amplifier gain or performance environment.
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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