EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set i
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6474
Description
EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
The Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker set captures the aggressive, high-output character essential to heavy guitar production. Built with long shaft potentiometers for direct drop-in compatibility, these active humbuckers deliver clarity and sustain with enough output to drive any amplifier into serious overdrive without losing definition. This signature pickup set is engineered for studio sessions and live tracking where high-gain sources demand uncompromising performance and predictability.
Tracking & Mixing Tone Character
The Bone Breaker neck and bridge pickups operate at identical output levels—3.00V single-string and 4.50V strum—ensuring balanced responsiveness across the fretboard and consistency when overdubbing or layering guitar parts. Each pickup uses a distinct magnet configuration: the neck employs Alnico for warmth and articulation in mid-heavy mixes, while the bridge pairs Ceramic/Steel magnets for aggressive bite and sustain that cuts through dense arrangements. With resonant frequencies of 1.80 kHz (neck) and 1.63 kHz (bridge), these pickups maintain clarity even at high gain levels during mixing and processing.
Electronics & Reliability
Both pickups feature 10 kΩ output impedance and draw only 80 µA at 9V, yielding an exceptional 3000-hour battery life per charge cycle—critical for uninterrupted session work. The solderless wiring system eliminates traditional soldering—connections snap together cleanly—while the long shaft potentiometers ensure straightforward installation in most guitar cavities. Output noise spec of -100 dB @ 60 Hz and maximum supply voltage rating of 27V DC round out rock-solid electrical performance for clean signal paths into your interface.
Key Features
- Long shaft potentiometer design for direct retrofit compatibility
- Neck pickup: Alnico magnet, 1.80 kHz resonant frequency
- Bridge pickup: Ceramic/Steel magnet, 1.63 kHz resonant frequency
- Output voltage: 3.00V single-string, 4.50V strum (both pickups)
- Output impedance: 10 kΩ per pickup
- Current draw: 80 µA @ 9V per pickup
- Battery life: 3000 hours per 9V battery
- Output noise: -100 dB @ 60 Hz
- Maximum supply voltage: 27V DC
- Solderless wiring system included
- Made in USA
- Black finish
This active set combines aggressive output, tight frequency response, and the legendary tone that earned the Bone Breaker its reputation—backed by EMG's proven reliability and long-term battery performance for consistent session work.
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At a Glance
The EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker active humbucker set brings aggressive, high-output character and tight frequency response into the studio, making it ideal for recording metal, thrash, and hard-rock tracks that demand clarity and sustain at high gain. The balanced neck-to-bridge output (both at 3.00V/4.50V) and distinct magnet pairing—Alnico in the neck for articulation, Ceramic/Steel in the bridge for bite—give you versatile tracking across both positions without tonal surprises when punching in overdubs. Solderless wiring and long shaft pots simplify installation, while the -100 dB noise floor and 3000-hour battery life per 9V charge keep sessions clean and uninterrupted.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ High-Gain Applications
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the neck and bridge pickup in this set?
Both pickups deliver identical output levels (3.00V single-string, 4.50V strum), but the neck uses an Alnico magnet tuned to 1.80 kHz for warmth and articulation, while the bridge pairs Ceramic and Steel magnets at 1.63 kHz for aggressive bite and sustain. This ensures balanced responsiveness across the fretboard while maintaining the aggressive character the set is known for.
Will these pickups fit my guitar without rewiring?
The long shaft potentiometer design allows direct drop-in compatibility with most guitar cavities, and the solderless wiring system included with the set eliminates traditional soldering—connections snap together cleanly for straightforward installation.
How long does the battery last?
Each 9V battery delivers approximately 3000 hours of play time per charge cycle, with an exceptionally low current draw of only 80 µA per pickup, making these active pickups among the longest-lasting in their class.
Are these pickups suited for genres beyond metal?
These pickups are engineered specifically for metal, thrash metal, hard rock, and high-gain applications where aggressive output and tight clarity at high gain are priorities; they are not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk playing styles.
What kind of noise floor can I expect in recording?
The output noise specification of -100 dB @ 60 Hz ensures a clean signal path, minimizing hum and interference during recording and live use.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $15 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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