EMG SLVX Active Single Coil Pickup Set in Black
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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
- EMG3378
Description
EMG SLVX Active Single Coil Pickup Set in Black
The EMG SLVX delivers articulate, controlled single-coil response with the output and headroom of a modern active system. This three-pickup set pairs increased coil windings with Alnico V pole pieces and hidden pole piece design for clarity across all registers. Built for recording sessions and live tracking where single-coil definition meets gain and sustain without compromise.
Active Electronics & Tone Shaping
The X-Series preamp provides wider dynamic range and increased headroom, preventing mud and breakup even at high tracking levels. The included VLPF (Variable Low Pass Filter) active tone control offers real-time filtering flexibility during sessions, letting you dial in everything from bright and chimey to thick and controlled—all without soldering, thanks to the EMG Solderless Install System.
Complete Installation Package
This set arrives with everything needed for a drop-in retrofit: 25k volume pot, two 25k active tone pots with VLPF, stereo output jack, 5-way selector switch, battery bus, and battery cable. Mounting hardware, pickup cables, and interconnect cables are included; the system runs on a single 9V battery.
Key Features
- 3-pickup SSS configuration with Active Single Coil (X-Series) design
- Increased coil windings with hidden pole pieces for tonal clarity
- Alnico V pole pieces
- X-Series preamp with wider dynamic range and increased headroom
- VLPF (Variable Low Pass Filter) active tone control
- 9V battery power requirement
- EMG Solderless Install System—no soldering required
- Includes 25k volume pot and two 25k active tone pots
- Stereo output jack, 5-way selector switch, and complete cable harness
- Mounting screws, springs, and battery bus included
- Made in the USA
The SLVX combines single-coil articulation with active-system power and versatility, delivering the tonal control and gain structure home studios and professional tracking rigs demand.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG SLVX is a three-pickup active single-coil set engineered for studio clarity: increased coil windings and Alnico V pole pieces deliver articulate response across all registers, while the X-Series preamp provides wider dynamic range and controlled headroom to prevent breakup and mud on recordings. The included VLPF active tone control lets you dial from bright and chimey to thick and controlled in real time, giving you mix-ready versatility without re-amping. Choose this for pop, indie, and rock sessions where you need responsive single-coil definition with modern active power and tone-shaping control built in.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Pop, Indie, Rock, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate, bright to thick tonal range, controlled headroom, high output, clear across registers |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Thrash Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to solder this pickup set into my guitar?
No. The EMG Solderless Install System means no soldering required—the pickups and preamp are presoldered and ready to drop in. The set includes all pots, switches, cables, and battery bus you need; you just connect the leads and secure them.
What does the VLPF active tone control do?
The VLPF (Variable Low Pass Filter) is an active tone control that lets you dial filtering in real time, from bright and chimey to thick and controlled, without soldering or swapping parts. It gives you more tonal range than a passive tone pot alone.
What's included in the set, and what will I need to provide?
The set includes three pickups, the X-Series preamp, volume pot, two active tone pots, stereo output jack, 5-way selector switch, battery bus, battery cable, mounting hardware, pickup cables, and interconnect cables. You'll need to provide a 9V battery and a guitar body with SSS routing.
Will these pickups work for metal or heavy genres?
The SLVX is designed for pop, indie, rock, and studio sessions—not for metal, thrash metal, or djent. The tone is articulate and controlled rather than aggressive, so it's better suited to genres that benefit from single-coil clarity and definition.
What kind of tonal character should I expect?
Expect articulate, clear response across all registers with a chimey-to-warm tonal range. The Alnico V pole pieces and increased coil windings give you single-coil definition, while the active system adds output and headroom so you can play at volume without muddiness or unwanted breakup.
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 $20 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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