EMG LF-DMF Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in 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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- EMG7023
Description
EMG LF-DMF Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black Chrome
The EMG LF-DMF delivers a distinctive tonal character through mismatched magnet construction and custom winding geometry designed to balance aggression with articulation. This set pairs a ceramic bridge pickup with an Alnico V neck unit, offering high output and clarity without requiring battery power. Built for tracking sessions demanding responsive dynamics and clean separation in both single-note and chord work, the LF-DMF captures detail while maintaining punch and presence in the mix.
Tone & Electronics
The bridge pickup's ceramic magnet and 17.0 KOhm DC resistance generate powerful, focused output ideal for lead takes and heavy rhythmic layers, while the neck's Alnico V construction and 7.45 KOhm resistance preserve warmth and sustain for fullness in ensemble contexts. The double rows of adjustable pole pieces across both units allow fine-tuned response and midrange shaping to suit your instrument's character and your tracking dynamics, making these pickups adapt to different song sections and production approaches.
Installation & Integration
Setup is straightforward with the included solderless installation system featuring matched 500K volume and tone potentiometers, stereo output jack, and all necessary mounting hardware and cables. The 4-wire plus shield connectivity ensures clean signal transmission and flexibility for wiring configurations, while encapsulation minimizes unwanted microphonics and noise—critical for recording environments where tracking isolation matters.
Key Features
- Passive design—no battery required
- Bridge pickup: ceramic magnet with 17.0 KOhm DC resistance
- Neck pickup: Alnico V magnet with 7.45 KOhm DC resistance
- Custom windings with double rows of adjustable pole pieces
- Stainless steel black chrome cap
- Encapsulated construction to minimize microphonics
- Bridge inductance 7.25 Henries / Neck inductance 3.83 Henries
- Bridge gauss at pickup pole: 340 / Neck gauss at pickup pole: 275
- 4-wire plus shield connectivity
- Solderless installation system with 2x 500K volume pots and 2x 500K tone pots
- Stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and installation cables included
The LF-DMF combines proven passive architecture with variable magnet materials and adjustable pole geometry—a refined approach to high-output tone that rewards careful setup and pays dividends in the studio, capturing detail and character without sacrificing transparency in the mix.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG LF-DMF is a passive humbucker set that records with punchy, articulate aggression and warm neck tone, ideal for metal and hard-rock tracking sessions where you need high output and clean separation across single-note and chord passes. The mismatched magnet design (ceramic bridge, Alnico V neck) and adjustable pole pieces let you shape midrange response to sit perfectly in your mix, and the no-battery passive design means one less concern during long studio days. Solderless installation and included pots make integration into your recording guitar fast and transparent.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Drop Tunings |
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| Tonal character | High output, articulate, focused aggression, warm neck, dynamic responsive |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these pickups require a battery?
No—the LF-DMF is a passive design, so no battery is needed. They deliver high output through ceramic and Alnico V magnets and custom winding geometry.
What genres and tunings are these best suited for?
These are designed for metal, hard rock, progressive, and drop-tuned styles where aggressive, articulate output and tight midrange response are priorities. They are not recommended for jazz or folk playing.
What is included in the set, and is installation difficult?
The set includes both pickups, a solderless installation system with two 500K volume and two 500K tone potentiometers, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables. Solderless installation eliminates the need to solder and simplifies setup significantly.
How do the bridge and neck pickups differ?
The bridge uses a ceramic magnet with 17.0 KOhm resistance for powerful, focused output ideal for leads and heavy rhythms; the neck uses Alnico V with 7.45 KOhm resistance to preserve warmth and sustain. Both have adjustable pole pieces for fine-tuning response.
Can I adjust the tone after installation?
Yes—both pickups feature double rows of adjustable pole pieces that allow you to fine-tune response and midrange shaping to match your instrument and playing dynamics after setup.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $19 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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