EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in White
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- EMG5691
Description
EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in White
The EMG HX captures articulate single-coil character without the noise floor typical of passive designs. This active single coil sits in a humbucker housing, offering a compact footprint that fits standard routes while maintaining the clarity and snap of true single-coil response. The integrated preamp and solderless wiring system ensure reliable, repeatable tracking and consistent performance across sessions.
Tone & Electronics
The ceramic magnet and wide frequency response provide clarity across the spectrum, while the X series preamp delivers increased dynamic range and headroom without the compression of older active designs. The Active Tone Control (VLPF) allows smooth high-frequency roll-off, giving you sculpting power over brightness and attack—essential for tracking different takes and adapting quickly to mix decisions.
Installation & Integration
The solderless installation system eliminates wiring complexity, making this pickup ideal for quick swaps between guitar configurations without downtime. The complete package arrives with everything needed: 25k volume pot, active tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable.
Key Features
- Single coil pickup built into humbucker housing
- Ceramic magnet construction
- Wide frequency response
- Active Tone Control (VLPF) for high-frequency roll-off
- X series preamp with dynamic range and increased headroom
- Solderless installation system
- Includes 25k volume pot
- Includes active tone pot
- Includes battery bus, stereo output jack, and mounting hardware
- Complete cable set provided (pickup, connect, output, and battery cables)
- White finish
The EMG HX bridges single-coil articulation with active reliability, delivering noise-free clarity that translates cleanly to tape and digital recordings in modern and vintage guitar setups alike.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG HX captures single-coil articulation and dynamic character in an active, noise-free format that translates cleanly to tape and mix without the background hum of passive designs. The wide frequency response, X series preamp, and VLPF tone control give you precise high-frequency shaping during recording or mixing, letting you dial in brightness and attack to fit your session in real time. Home and studio engineers will value the compact footprint, solderless installation, and complete package of electronics—everything you need to experiment with tone without rewiring or troubleshooting.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Home Recording, Gigging, Extended Range |
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| Tonal character | Articulate, noise-free clarity, high dynamic range, tight snap, smooth high-frequency control |
| Less specialized for | Traditional Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my guitar, and how difficult is installation?
The EMG HX sits in a standard humbucker housing and fits humbucker routes on modern and vintage designs. Installation uses EMG's solderless wiring system, which eliminates traditional soldering and makes swaps quick and reliable; the complete package includes all electronics, cables, and mounting hardware needed.
What does 'active' mean, and how does it sound different from a passive single coil?
Active pickups use a built-in preamp powered by a battery to boost signal and reduce noise without sacrificing dynamic range or headroom. The EMG HX delivers single-coil articulation and snap while eliminating the hum typical of passive designs, and the X series preamp avoids the compression of older active systems.
Can I shape the tone after installation?
Yes. The integrated Active Tone Control (VLPF) lets you smooth or brighten high frequencies on the fly, giving you sculpting power over attack and presence without opening the guitar or swapping electronics.
What's included in the package?
The complete package includes the pickup, 25k volume pot, active tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and a full cable set (pickup, connect, output, and battery cables)—everything needed for installation and first use.
What kind of music and playing styles is this pickup suited for?
The EMG HX works well for studio sessions, gigging, home recording, and extended-range playing; it is less suited to traditional jazz and folk styles that rely on warm, complex passive single-coil character.
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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