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EMG S/S/60 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black vs EMG S/S/81 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black
The S/S/60 pairs warm single-coil clarity with a softer bridge humbucker for versatile modern rock and fusion, while the S/S/81 combines articulate single coils with EMG's aggressive high-output 81 bridge for metal and hard rock. Choose the 60 if you want balanced warmth and definition; pick the 81 if you need maximum bridge aggression and cutting power.
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EMG S/S/60 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black
EMG S/S/81 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black
Specs side by side
| EMG S/S/60 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black | EMG S/S/81 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279.00 | $279.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG S/S/60 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black
- ✓ 60 bridge humbucker adds vocal warmth and sustain without sacrificing string definition
- ✓ Tighter low end ideal for articulate lead work and smooth bends
- ✓ Versatile across modern rock, metal, and fusion genres
Why choose EMG S/S/81 Active Single Coil Pickup in Black
- ✓ EMG 81 bridge humbucker delivers high-output aggression and cutting response for metal
- ✓ Solderless connectors simplify installation without soldering
- ✓ Complete wiring harness and all components included, manufactured in the USA
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between the 60 and 81 bridge pickups?
The 60 bridge humbucker emphasizes vocal body, warmth, and sustain while maintaining string definition. The 81 bridge humbucker emphasizes high-output aggression, cutting response, and controlled sustain, optimized for metal and hard rock at high gain.
Do both sets require soldering?
The S/S/60 does not specify solderless connectors. The S/S/81 includes solderless connectors that eliminate traditional soldering, making installation simpler.
What does each set include?
The S/S/60 includes three pickups and hardware. The S/S/81 includes three pickups, volume pot, tone pots, three-way selector switch, output jack, pickup cables, battery cable, mounting hardware, and a complete wiring harness.
Which is better for jazz or blues?
Neither set is ideal for traditional jazz or blues. Both are optimized for modern high-gain contexts. Both are marked as not ideal for jazz and blues respectively.