EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Gold
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG7890
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EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Gold
The EMG HA captures articulate, noise-free single-coil response in a compact humbucker housing, making it ideal for tracking and mixing sessions where classic single-coil character is essential without hum or headroom compromise. This active design combines Alnico magnets with EMG's proven electronics to deliver clarity and definition across the full frequency spectrum—critical for sitting cleanly in dense arrangements and maintaining definition through processing chains during recording and overdub work.
Active Electronics & Recording-Grade Noise Performance
This pickup operates on a 9-volt battery with exceptionally low noise characteristics—measuring -101 dBV at 60Hz—ensuring silent tracking and clean recording takes even at elevated input levels or with multiple overdubs stacked. Current draw is minimal at 400 microamps, delivering approximately 600 hours of battery life per cell, while the design supports up to 27 volts DC maximum supply for extreme output applications if needed during studio signal chain optimization.
Tone & Construction for Versatile Studio Use
The Alnico magnet structure and active circuitry produce a 3.70 kHz resonant frequency, yielding bright, focused midrange and articulate highs that cut through mix references and respond predictably across recording scenarios. The 10 kOhm output impedance provides excellent compatibility with audio interfaces, preamps, and effects processors, ensuring transparent signal transmission without loading effects—essential for maintaining consistency across layered guitar parts and session-to-session reliability.
Key Features
- Noiseless Active Single Coil Pickup design in Humbucker Housing
- Alnico Magnets for warm, focused tone
- Output Noise: -101 dBV @ 60Hz
- Resonant Frequency: 3.70 kHz
- Output Impedance: 10 kOhm
- 9-Volt Battery Operation
- Current Draw: 400 Microamps
- Battery Life: Approximately 600 hours per 9V cell
- Maximum Supply Voltage: 27 Volts DC
- Gold finish with long shaft configuration
- Includes Volume/Tone Control Set
The EMG HA combines single-coil articulation with active circuit reliability, delivering the recorded clarity and noise-free performance demanded by producers and engineers who require consistent, professional results across diverse studio applications.
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At a Glance
The EMG HA captures articulate single-coil character in the studio without the hum that plagues traditional designs, making it ideal for recording hard rock, progressive, and indie tracks where clarity and definition are critical. Its active electronics deliver -101 dBV noise performance and a 3.70 kHz resonant peak that sits well in dense mixes, while the 10 kOhm output impedance ensures transparent signal path to your interface and effects. Session-ready reliability and warm, focused tone make it a smart choice for home studios and professional tracking where you need single-coil character without compromises.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Indie
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the EMG HA and a passive single-coil pickup?
The EMG HA is an active design powered by a 9-volt battery, delivering noise-free operation at -101 dBV—eliminating hum even at high gain—while maintaining single-coil articulation and warmth. Passive single coils are susceptible to hum and buzz, especially in high-gain applications. The HA's active circuitry also provides higher headroom and more output than passive designs.
How long does a 9V battery last, and what happens when it dies?
The EMG HA draws only 400 microamps, delivering approximately 600 hours of battery life per 9V cell—roughly 25 days of continuous operation or months of typical use. When the battery dies, the pickup stops working, so you'll notice immediately; a fresh 9V cell costs a few dollars and takes seconds to swap.
Will this pickup fit my guitar, and do I need to modify anything?
The long shaft configuration and humbucker housing are designed for standard control layouts, making it compatible with most guitars that accept a humbucker-sized pickup. The pickup includes a volume/tone control set; confirm your guitar's wiring cavity can accommodate the active circuit electronics and 9V battery compartment before purchasing.
How does the EMG HA compare to the Seymour Duncan SSL-1 or DiMarzio True Velvet?
The EMG HA is an active design with noise-free performance, making it best for high-gain and studio work where hum rejection is critical. The SSL-1 and True Velvet are passive single coils that offer traditional character but are prone to hum in high-gain settings; choose the HA if noise is a priority, or the passives if you prefer classic single-coil simplicity and don't need hum-free operation.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The EMG HA excels in hard rock, progressive, and indie styles where articulate highs and focused midrange are valued. It's less ideal for traditional jazz and folk, where players typically prefer softer, warmer passive single-coil tones and accept some hum as part of the character.
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