EMG SA/SA/81 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black

EMG SA/SA/81 Active Pickup Set in Black

This three-pickup active system captures the articulate responsiveness of dual single-coil designs paired with the focused punch of a humbucker in a single, cohesive setup. The solderless design and plug-and-play connectivity streamline integration into existing guitar wiring, while the consistent black finish maintains a unified appearance across all three units. Built for recording and tracking sessions demanding balanced clarity in the neck and middle positions with controlled aggression at the bridge, this set combines classic single-coil definition with modern active output characteristics.

Electronics & Tonal Character

The two EMG SA models employ Alnico V magnets with a 3.7 kHz resonant frequency, yielding articulate mid-range presence and responsive transient capture ideal for layering single-coil textures in mixes. The EMG 81 model uses a ceramic magnet with a 1.63 kHz resonant frequency and elevated output, providing defined low-end body and controlled gain at the bridge position for punchy rhythm tracking or lead statements. All three pickups maintain 10 kΩ DC resistance, ensuring consistent impedance and balanced signal flow across the complete set during recording.

Build Quality & Durability

Each pickup is vacuum sealed in epoxy, substantially suppressing microphonic noise and feedback during overdubs while increasing structural longevity across extended session work. The active system operates on a single 9V battery with over 1000 hours of playing time per battery, ensuring reliable performance through full production cycles with minimal power-related interruptions. Made in the USA, this set reflects the engineering standards EMG has maintained across decades of active pickup production.

Key Features

• Complete three-pickup set: two EMG SA single-coil models plus one EMG 81 humbucker
• EMG SA: Alnico V magnet type with 3.7 kHz resonant frequency
• EMG 81: Ceramic magnet type with 1.63 kHz resonant frequency
• DC Resistance: 10 kΩ per pickup
• Vacuum sealed in epoxy construction to reduce feedback and enhance durability
• Solderless active system requiring single 9V battery
• 9V battery provides over 1000 hours of playing time
• Complete wiring kit included: 25k volume pot, dual 25k tone pots, stereo output jack, 5-way selector switch
• All necessary cables and connectors included for full installation
• Mounting hardware: three pairs of screws and springs
• Black finish across all three units
• Made in the USA

This pickup set delivers the flexibility of single-coil definition where needed and bridge-position presence in one complete, factory-matched system with proven reliability and straightforward studio integration.