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EMG 60X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome vs EMG 85-8XH 8-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
The EMG 60X is a standard humbucker for 6-string guitars with high output and aggressive clarity, while the EMG 85-8XH is purpose-built for 8-string instruments with tighter low-end response. Choose the 60X for conventional metal and hard rock; choose the 85-8XH if you play extended-range 8-string guitars or need studio-ready djent tones.
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EMG 60X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
EMG 85-8XH 8-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
Specs side by side
| EMG 60X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome | EMG 85-8XH 8-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.00 | $139.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG 60X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
- ✓ Higher output voltage (8.00 V) delivers maximum aggression and saturation for high-gain rigs
- ✓ Solderless Quik-Connect system speeds installation on standard 6-string guitars
- ✓ Punchy mid-focused tone excels in modern rock and metal mix clarity
Why choose EMG 85-8XH 8-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
- ✓ Designed specifically for 8-string guitars with optimized low-end tightness and articulation
- ✓ Lower resonant frequency (1.87 kHz vs 2.28 kHz) captures extended-range fundamentals without muddiness
- ✓ Alnico V magnets provide warm, focused character suited to studio and djent applications
- ✓ Complete wiring harness and potentiometer set included for custom builds
Frequently asked questions
Will the 60X work in an 8-string guitar?
No. The 60X is engineered for 6-string instruments. The 85-8XH is purpose-built for 8-string guitars with pickup mounting and tonal voicing optimized for extended-range instruments.
Which has a cleaner signal at extreme gain?
Both offer very low noise floors (-107 dB for the 60X, -101 dB for the 85-8XH) suitable for high-gain. The 60X's higher output may hit gain staging harder; the 85-8XH's lower impedance (10 kΩ) handles longer cable runs more cleanly.
Are these good for studio recording?
Both are studio-capable active pickups with clean signal paths. The 85-8XH excels if recording extended-range or djent material; the 60X is ideal for conventional metal and hard rock where punch and clarity matter most.
How much easier is solderless installation?
Both use EMG's solderless Quik-Connect system, eliminating soldering. The 85-8XH includes a more comprehensive wiring harness and potentiometer set, making it better for complex custom builds than the 60X.