EMG HAX Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG3556
Description
EMG HAX Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory
The EMG HAX delivers articulate high-output performance in a compact single-coil format, engineered to cut through dense mixes with precision while maintaining the note separation and responsiveness that single-coil designs are known for. This active architecture reduces noise and extends high-end clarity, capturing every nuance of your playing dynamics—critical for tracking sessions where definition and punch matter. The ivory finish offers classic visual appeal alongside uncompromised electronics.
Tone & Studio Application
As an active pickup, the HAX operates with lower impedance than passive designs, resulting in reduced noise floor and extended high-end clarity—essential for clean recording chains and layered productions. The single-coil configuration preserves articulation and note separation ideal for technical playing, funk rhythms, and modern styles where midrange presence translates accurately to the DAW. The high output integrates well with overdrive and distortion chains, maintaining definition even under heavy processing.
Construction & Integration
The pickup features EMG's proprietary ceramic magnet structure and sealed coil design for durability and consistency through repeated sessions. Standard single-coil mounting fits most electric guitars without cavity modification, allowing quick swaps between instruments or configurations during tracking.
Key Features
- Active electronics with integrated preamp circuit
- Single-coil configuration for articulate, defined tone
- High output level suitable for overdrive and distortion
- Ceramic magnet for extended frequency response
- Low-impedance design reduces noise and hum
- Ivory finish aesthetic
- Sealed construction for long-term reliability
- Standard single-coil mounting footprint
- EMG 9V battery circuit compatible
- Suitable for rock, metal, funk, and progressive genres
The HAX combines EMG's active-circuit reliability with single-coil expressiveness, delivering the modern clarity and focused punch needed for professional recording and mix-ready tones.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG HAX brings active-circuit clarity and high output to single-coil tracking, capturing articulate, noise-reduced tone with extended high-end detail ideal for layered rock, metal, funk, and progressive recordings. Its low-impedance design and ceramic magnet structure yield tight midrange presence and note separation that sits well in dense mixes, while the sealed construction guarantees long-term consistency across multiple takes and sessions. Choose it when you need modern punch and precision without losing the expressiveness single-coil players rely on.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Rock, Metal, Funk, Progressive |
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| Tonal character | High output, articulate, noise-reduced, midrange presence, extended high-end clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is the HAX best suited for?
The HAX excels in rock, metal, funk, and progressive styles where clarity, articulation, and midrange presence are essential. Its high output and noise-reduced active design make it ideal for technical playing and dense, layered mixes; it is not optimized for jazz or blues.
Does this pickup require any special wiring or modification?
Yes, as an active pickup the HAX requires a 9V battery circuit compatible with EMG's standard battery system. The pickup itself uses standard single-coil mounting and integrates into most electric guitars without cavity modification.
How does the HAX compare to passive single-coil pickups?
The HAX's active low-impedance design delivers reduced noise and extended high-end clarity compared to passive single coils, while maintaining the articulation and note separation single-coil players expect. It produces higher output suitable for overdrive and distortion without losing tonal definition.
What's included and what finish options are available?
The HAX comes in an ivory finish and includes EMG's sealed, ceramic-magnet single-coil design ready for installation. The ivory aesthetic complements the modern electronics while the sealed construction ensures durability and consistency over time.
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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