EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Red
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6293
Description
EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Red
The EMG H4A is a high-output passive humbucker engineered to deliver vintage character with modern clarity and punch in the studio or live tracking environment. Its compact footprint and extended shaft design accommodate a wide variety of guitar configurations, making it a versatile drop-in replacement for both traditional and non-standard instrument setups. The red finish adds visual distinction while the passive architecture eliminates the need for active circuitry, preserving pure signal integrity from source to interface.
Recording Tone & Output
Built around Alnico V bar magnets and vintage wound coils, this pickup captures thick, articulate tones with natural harmonic richness suitable for rock, metal, and fusion tracking sessions. The 13.65 kΩ DC resistance and 8 H inductance produce a high-output passive voice that translates well through preamps and interfaces without relying on active electronics, allowing the raw character of your playing to remain the focus in the mix.
Studio Installation & Workflow
The 5-wire Quik-Connect system streamlines installation and enables quick swaps between instruments or configurations during session work. Fully shielded construction minimizes unwanted noise—critical for clean recording chains—while the extended shaft accommodates guitars with deeper cavities or offset mounting requirements that standard-depth pickups cannot serve, expanding your instrument compatibility across the studio.
Key Features
- Passive dual coil humbucker configuration
- Alnico V bar magnet construction
- Vintage wound coils for natural harmonic response
- 13.65 kΩ DC resistance
- 8 H inductance
- High-output passive design
- 1.6 kHz resonant frequency (500K circuit)
- Fully shielded for minimal noise
- 5-wire Quik-Connect wiring system
- Standard humbucker mounting type
- Long shaft variant for extended cavity compatibility
- Includes mounting screws and Quik-Connect cable
This H4A combines the tactile simplicity of passive technology with the tonal authority of premium magnet materials, delivering direct signal integrity and authentic humbucker character that translates reliably across tracking, mixing, and monitoring sessions.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG H4A is a high-output passive humbucker engineered for recording rock, metal, and fusion with thick, articulate tone and natural harmonic character. Its Alnico V construction and vintage voicing sit well in dense mixes, while the fully shielded passive design captures clean signal without hum—ideal for session work where you want humbucker character without active circuitry complexity. The 5-wire Quik-Connect system makes swapping between guitar setups fast.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Rock, Metal, Fusion, Hard Rock |
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| Tonal character | High-output, thick, articulate, natural harmonic richness, vintage character with modern clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Country, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the long shaft design different, and which guitars does it fit?
The extended shaft accommodates guitars with deeper pickup cavities or offset mounting requirements that standard-depth humbuckers cannot serve. It's a drop-in replacement for both traditional and non-standard pickup configurations.
Is this pickup active or passive?
It is fully passive, meaning it requires no battery or active circuitry—just a standard humbucker cavity and wiring. This gives you direct signal integrity and eliminates the need for active electronics maintenance on the road or in the studio.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The H4A is engineered for rock, metal, fusion, and hard rock. Its high-output, thick character and articulate response make it less suitable for jazz, country, or folk applications.
How does the H4A compare to other high-output humbuckers like the EMG 81/85?
Unlike the EMG 81/85 (which are active), the H4A is a passive humbucker built on Alnico V magnets and vintage wound coils, delivering natural harmonic richness and vintage character with modern clarity instead of the compressed aggression of active designs.
What is included with the pickup?
The H4A ships with mounting screws, a 5-wire Quik-Connect cable, and the pickup itself. Installation is streamlined by the Quik-Connect system, which allows fast swaps between configurations.
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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