EMG Super 77 Retro Active Humbucker 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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- EMG5963
Description
EMG Super 77 Retro Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
The EMG Super 77 captures the aggressive midrange punch and articulate treble response that defined active humbucker tone in the 1980s, without the noise floor of passive designs. These ceramic-magnet pickups strike a balance between modern clarity and classic high-output character, making them ideal for tracking defined attack across clean, crunch, and high-gain sources. The solderless quick-connect wiring minimizes installation complexity while maintaining reliable long-term performance in the studio.
Tone & Electronics
Built with ceramic magnets and copper-wound coils, the Super 77 pair operates at 3.1K ohms DC resistance and draws only 350 microamps at 9V, yielding approximately 715 hours of battery life per cell. The bridge and neck pickups tune to distinct resonant frequencies—2.33 kHz and 3.12 kHz respectively—delivering focused bridge articulation and warmer, more vocal neck tones across the frequency spectrum for balanced mix placement and layering.
Design & Installation
These uncovered, open-coil pickups feature standard 48.3 mm string spacing and ship with 2-wire plus battery leads configured for solderless Quik-Connect terminals, eliminating the need for conventional soldering and speeding session changeovers. The 9.5 mm potentiometer shaft length accommodates most standard aftermarket electronics, and maximum supply tolerance extends to 27 volts DC for users preferring higher headroom and dynamic range.
Key Features
- Active humbucker set (bridge and neck pair)
- Ceramic magnet and ceramic pole piece construction
- Copper-wound coils with 3.1K ohms DC resistance
- Solderless Quik-Connect wiring system
- Bridge pickup resonant frequency: 2.33 kHz
- Neck pickup resonant frequency: 3.12 kHz
- 350 microamp current draw at 9V operation
- Approximately 715 hours battery life per cell
- Standard 48.3 mm string spacing
- 9.5 mm potentiometer shaft length
- Maximum supply voltage: 27 volts DC
- Manufacturer part number: 5963.00
The Super 77 set combines the responsiveness and tonal separation of active circuitry with the familiarity of classic humbucker voicing, delivering reliable tracking performance across diverse recording scenarios and signal chains.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG Super 77 set captures aggressive midrange punch and modern clarity in a studio-ready active humbucker design, ideal for hard rock, metal, and progressive recording sessions. Each pickup (bridge at 2.33 kHz, neck at 3.12 kHz) is voiced for distinct tonal separation and defined attack across clean, crunch, and high-gain sources. At only 350 microamps current draw, the Super 77 delivers weeks of session time per battery while the solderless Quik-Connect system keeps installation fast and the focus on tracking.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Progressive, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | Aggressive midrange punch, articulate treble, high output, defined attack, modern clarity with classic character |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are the Super 77 best suited for?
These pickups excel in hard rock, metal, and progressive music where aggressive midrange punch and articulate treble are essential. They are not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles, which benefit from warmer, lower-output voicings.
How long does the battery last, and what is the current draw?
The Super 77 draws only 350 microamps at 9V operation, yielding approximately 715 hours of battery life per cell—roughly 30 days of continuous playing. This low draw minimizes maintenance and is ideal for gigging and session work.
Do these pickups require soldering to install?
No. The Super 77 features solderless Quik-Connect 2-wire terminals, eliminating conventional soldering and reducing installation complexity while maintaining long-term reliability.
What is the difference between the bridge and neck pickup voicing?
The bridge pickup resonates at 2.33 kHz for focused articulation and cutting treble, while the neck pickup resonates at 3.12 kHz for a warmer, more vocal character. This tuning delivers tonal separation across the frequency spectrum.
Are the Super 77 compatible with my guitar's electronics and wiring?
These pickups have standard 48.3 mm string spacing and a 9.5 mm potentiometer shaft length that fit most aftermarket electronics. They operate at 9V with maximum supply tolerance to 27 volts DC for users seeking higher headroom.
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 $15 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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