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EMG 808 8-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory vs EMG 707X 7-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory
The EMG 808 is built specifically for 8-string instruments with a 2.00 kHz resonant peak optimizing 8-string clarity, while the EMG 707X targets 7-string guitars with X-Series architecture for expanded headroom. Choose the 808 if you play 8-strings; choose the 707X if you play 7-strings.
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EMG 808 8-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory
EMG 707X 7-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory
Specs side by side
| EMG 808 8-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory | EMG 707X 7-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG 808 8-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Designed and tuned specifically for 8-string instruments
- ✓ 2.00 kHz resonant frequency optimizes clarity across 8 strings
- ✓ Compact 101.6 × 38.1 × 19 mm footprint fits standard 8-string cavities
- ✓ Alnico magnet with controlled low-end prevents mud in dense string arrangements
Why choose EMG 707X 7-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ X-Series architecture provides expanded headroom for aggressive dynamics
- ✓ Alnico V magnets with wide internal coils deliver tight low-end punch
- ✓ Low-impedance X-preamp improves signal integrity and string separation
- ✓ Standard EMG 35 soapbar footprint fits most 7-string instruments without modification
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between these pickups?
The EMG 808 is voiced and tuned for 8-string instruments with a 2.00 kHz resonant peak, while the EMG 707X uses X-Series architecture optimized for 7-string guitars. Installing the 808 in a 7-string or the 707X in an 8-string will not deliver the intended tonal balance.
Which pickup has higher output?
The EMG 808 produces 2.00 V output on single strings and 4.50 V on strums with a -104 dB noise floor. The EMG 707X does not list specific voltage or noise-floor specifications, but its X-preamp is designed for expanded headroom rather than maximum output.
Are both suitable for metal and drop tunings?
Yes, both are recommended for metal and drop tunings. The 808 is tuned to handle 8-string drop tunings with clarity, while the 707X handles 7-string drop tunings with tight low-end punch and string separation.
Do both use the same installation system?
Both include 25k volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, and mounting hardware. The 808 uses Quik-Connect solderless wiring; the 707X description mentions a complete installation system with battery bus, mounting screws, and cables, though wiring type is not explicitly stated.