What's the difference between the bridge and neck pickup in this set?

The bridge pickup outputs 300 gauss with a resonant frequency of 3.41 KHz, while the neck is 250 gauss at 3.25 KHz. This contrast creates responsive dynamics in the bridge position while the smoother neck maintains clarity and warmth for rhythm work and melodic lines.

Are these pickups suitable for metal or high-gain styles?

No—these pickups are voiced for blues, rock, and hard rock with warm, articulate character. Metal and djent players should look elsewhere, as the Revelation's naturally compressed tone and vintage Alnico II character is not engineered for those genres.

What wiring options do these pickups support?

The four-conductor plus shield wiring accommodates coil-splitting and other custom configurations, so you can explore different tonal voices without replacing the pickups.

How easy are these to install?

Solderless connectivity streamlines installation, meaning you can swap them in without a soldering iron. They use long shaft mounting and come as a covered HH set for 6-string guitars.

How do these compare to other vintage-style pickups at this price?

The Revelation draws from the same Alnico II tradition as the Seymour Duncan 59 and DiMarzio Super Distortion, but with a focus on balanced frequency response and natural compression. Passive construction and precision-wound bobbins keep the tone consistent and reliable across sessions and gigs.

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 $17 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.

EMG Revelation Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup Set in Chrome

The EMG Revelation passive humbucker set captures warm, articulate tones with the clarity and definition essential for tracking and mixing. Alnico II magnets and precision-wound construction deliver the tonal consistency and natural compression that translates well through preamps and interfaces in home and professional studio environments. These covered pickups integrate cleanly into any guitar's aesthetic while maintaining the sonic character that separates quality passive designs from mass-produced alternatives.

Recording Tone & Electrical Characteristics

Precision-wound custom bobbins paired with Alnico II magnets produce a balanced, naturally compressed tone across the frequency spectrum. The bridge pickup's higher output (300 gauss at the pole) contrasts with the neck's smoother 250 gauss response, creating dynamic articulation that captures nuanced playing dynamics while maintaining clarity through distortion and processing. These electrical characteristics—particularly the resonant frequencies of 3.41 kHz (bridge) and 3.25 kHz (neck)—yield natural midrange presence ideal for cutting through dense mixes without excessive presence peak.

Studio Setup & Installation

Stainless steel caps protect the magnetic assembly while delivering professional appearance and durability through years of studio use. Solderless connectivity streamlines installation and allows rapid reconfiguration between sessions, and the four-conductor plus shield wiring accommodates coil-splitting and other wiring configurations for tonal flexibility across different tracking scenarios and mix requirements.

Key Features

Passive humbucker configuration (HH set)
Alnico II magnets with precision-wound custom bobbins
Stainless steel cap material
Bridge DC resistance: 13.5K / Neck DC resistance: 13.8K
Bridge gauss: 300 / Neck gauss: 250
Bridge inductance: 7.16 Henries / Neck inductance: 8.00 Henries
Bridge resonant frequency: 3.41 KHz (Q: 1.36) / Neck resonant frequency: 3.25 KHz (Q: 1.25)
Bridge impedance at resonance: 112.5 KOhm / Neck impedance at resonance: 78.4 KOhm
Four-wire plus shield conductors
Solderless connectivity for quick installation
Covered design for 6-string configuration
Long shaft mounting specification

This passive set combines measured electrical characteristics with proven Alnico II performance, making it a dependable choice for producers and engineers upgrading to quality hardware that captures articulate, mix-ready tones.