EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG4381
Description
EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
The EMG H4A delivers a balanced passive humbucker response with vintage character and modern shielding. This covered pickup pairs Alnico V bar magnets with fully shielded construction, making it an excellent choice for recording sessions where traditional humbucker warmth and clarity are essential without active circuitry coloration. The brushed gold finish and solderless connectivity streamline both aesthetics and installation, reducing studio downtime during setup or mic-swaps.
Sonic Profile & Tracking Character
With an inductance of 8.00 Henries and DC resistance of 13.65 kOhm, this pickup occupies the sweet spot for classic humbucker output and tracking responsiveness in the mix. The dual resonant peaks at 1.60 kHz and 2.87 kHz carve articulate midrange definition that sits well alongside dense arrangements, while an impedance at resonance of 80.50 kOhm ensures controlled, usable gain across the frequency spectrum without loading down your preamp or interface input.
Design & Build Quality
The covered humbucker housing provides functional shielding against electromagnetic interference—critical for clean recording sessions with minimal hum artifacts. Vintage wound coils wrapped around Alnico V bar magnets establish the tonal foundation, while the gold-plated finish offers visual distinction and corrosion resistance over years of studio use. The solderless 5-wire Quik-Connect output eliminates traditional soldering requirements, streamlining installation and enabling rapid swaps between tracking sessions or tonal experimentation.
Key Features
- Inductance: 8.00 Henries
- DC Resistance: 13.65 kOhm
- Resonant Frequency: 1.60 kHz and 2.87 kHz
- Impedance at Resonance: 80.50 kOhm
- Alnico V bar magnets with vintage wound coils
- Fully shielded construction
- Covered humbucker type
- Gold-plated housing with brushed finish
- Solderless 5-wire Quik-Connect output
- Includes EMG 5-wire Quik-Connect Cable
- Includes mounting screws
- Dimensions: 8.00" L × 4.00" W × 1.00" H
The H4A combines passive topology, vintage-voiced construction, and modern convenience features to deliver reliable, predictable humbucker performance with straightforward studio integration and consistent session results.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The H4A is a fully shielded passive humbucker engineered to sit cleanly in a mix with warm, articulate midrange character and balanced frequency response. Its 8.00 H inductance and Alnico V construction yield vintage-style tone that works equally well on clean, crunch, and driven tracks—without the noise floor issues of unshielded designs. Solderless connectivity and included cable make it straightforward to drop into any session guitar or retrofit into your recording setup.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Blues, Rock, Hard Rock, Jazz, Studio Sessions |
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| Tonal character | Warm midrange, articulate presence, vintage character, controlled output, balanced response |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included with the H4A?
The pickup comes with an EMG 5-wire Quik-Connect cable and mounting screws. No soldering is required thanks to the solderless 5-wire connector.
Is this pickup right for metal or high-gain genres?
No. The H4A is designed for blues, rock, hard rock, and jazz—it prioritizes articulate midrange and controlled output rather than the extreme output and sustain metal and djent players typically seek.
How does the H4A compare to the Seymour Duncan 59 or DiMarzio Super Distortion?
The H4A sits between those two: it has warmer, more vintage character than the Super Distortion but remains more articulate and balanced than a full 59-style design. Its dual resonant peaks emphasize midrange presence suitable for cutting through in live and studio contexts.
Will this work in my existing guitar without modification?
The H4A has a long shaft design and standard humbucker dimensions (8.00" L × 4.00" W × 1.00" H). If your guitar accepts standard humbuckers, the H4A will fit; check your guitar's current pickup route and connector type before purchasing.
What kind of tonal character should I expect?
Expect warm, vintage midrange with articulate presence and controlled gain. The Alnico V magnets and dual resonant peaks at 1.60 kHz and 2.87 kHz create balanced, usable output for both clean and driven tones without harshness or excessive output.
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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