EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6969
Description
EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
The EMG HX delivers single-coil articulation housed in a humbucker form factor, offering clarity and dynamic response without sacrifice of conventional mounting compatibility. This active pickup pairs a ceramic magnet with EMG's X series preamp, producing a bright, harmonically rich tone that cuts through mix while maintaining definition across the frequency spectrum. The Brushed Black Chrome finish presents a refined aesthetic that complements modern and classic instrument finishes alike.
Recording & Mix Presence
The wide frequency response characteristic of the HX yields clarity across single-coil territory with enhanced harmonic content and bright articulation—essential for tracking vocals, guitars, and layered arrangements that need to sit distinctly in a stereo mix. The integrated X series preamp increases dynamic range and headroom, capturing nuanced playing dynamics and transient detail. The Active Tone Control (VLPF) allows real-time precision shaping of high frequencies during tracking or re-amping sessions, enabling you to dial in brightness or control harshness without committing to a fixed tone.
Studio Integration & Workflow
Solderless installation eliminates assembly complexity—connections use standardized cables and bus connectors for straightforward integration into most instrument electronics cavities, reducing setup time and troubleshooting in the studio. The humbucker housing footprint maintains drop-in compatibility with standard humbucker routes, allowing quick instrument swaps and modular recording sessions without routing modifications or extended downtime between takes.
Key Features
- Single coil pickup in humbucker housing form factor
- Ceramic magnet construction
- Wide frequency response for clarity, brightness, and harmonic richness
- X series preamp with increased dynamic range and headroom
- Active Tone Control (VLPF) for high-frequency roll-off adjustment
- Solderless installation with standardized connections
- Includes 25k volume potentiometer and active tone potentiometer
- Battery bus, stereo output jack, and dual pickup in/out bus
- Includes mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable
- Brushed Black Chrome finish
The HX combines single-coil responsiveness with humbucker convenience, delivering articulate active tone and tactile control for session work and post-production tracking flexibility.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG HX active single-coil pickup brings bright, harmonically rich tone and wide frequency response into the studio with minimal installation fuss and onboard tone shaping. Its ceramic magnet and X series preamp deliver extended headroom and clarity that translates well to recording, while the Active Tone Control (VLPF) lets you dial in exactly the brightness and definition your mix needs without rewiring. Ideal for home recordists and producers tracking guitar parts that need articulation and punch without sacrifice of modern active-pickup reliability and ease of integration.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Extended Range, Home Recording |
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| Tonal character | Bright, articulate, harmonically rich, high headroom, clarity across frequencies |
| Less specialized for | Traditional Jazz, Acoustic Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my guitar without routing?
Yes. The HX uses a standard humbucker form factor, so it drops into any guitar with humbucker routing. Solderless connections and standardized cables make installation straightforward—no modifications to the body are needed.
What's the difference between this and a passive single-coil?
The HX combines single-coil articulation and brightness with an active X series preamp that increases dynamic range and headroom. The integrated Active Tone Control (VLPF) lets you roll off high frequencies precisely without losing core voice, giving you electronic shaping that passive pickups don't offer.
What's included in the box?
The package includes the HX pickup, 25k volume potentiometer, active tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, dual pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, battery cable, and all hardware needed for installation.
How does this compare to the Seymour Duncan Hyperactive or Fishman Fluence Modern?
The HX delivers single-coil snap and harmonic clarity in a humbucker package with an onboard active tone control. It shares the active-preamp and wide frequency response strengths of those designs but emphasizes bright articulation and solderless convenience, making it a strong choice for players wanting straightforward installation and responsive tone shaping.
Is this pickup good for jazz?
The HX is designed for bright, articulate, harmonically rich tones that cut through a mix—characteristics better suited to modern rock, metal, fusion, and studio tracking than traditional jazz, which typically favors warmer, darker voices.
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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