EMG active pickups
EMG, Guitar Pickups for Sale
This page shows 30 EMG pickups, including the 81 and 85 Active Ceramic Humbuckers, the 707 and 81-7 seven-string models, the PJ Set for bass, and the ES-9 and ES-18 power supplies.
- EMG 81 and 85
- EMG 81-7 and 707
- EMG PJ Bass Set
- ES-9 and ES-18 power supplies
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How to choose
Choose EMG pickups based on your instrument's string count and whether you are replacing a bridge, neck or bass pickup set.
Beginner
A player installing EMG pickups for the first time should start with a matched pair like the 81 and 85, since this combination is a well-known standard for bridge and neck positions. Remember that active pickups need a 9-volt battery or an ES power supply, so check that is sorted before wiring.
Intermediate
Players working with extended range guitars should look at the seven-string specific models like the 81-7 or 707 to keep output balanced across the wider string spacing. Test the battery connection and solder joints carefully during installation, since active circuits are less forgiving of loose wiring than passive pickups.
Expert
Experienced players running larger pedalboards or multiple guitars might consider the ES-9 or ES-18 external power supply to avoid swapping batteries between sessions. When installing a PJ bass set or a higher output guitar set, take care with shielding and grounding, since active electronics can be more sensitive to interference in complex rigs.
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About EMG in Guitar Pickups
EMG is known for active pickups, which use an onboard preamp to deliver a higher output and tighter, more controlled tone than passive designs, popular in rock and metal playing.
This page covers the range, from the classic 81 and 85 humbucker pair to seven-string options like the 81-7 and 707, a PJ set for bass, and the ES power supplies EMG pickups need to run.
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