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EMG HA Active Single Coil Pickup in Black Chrome vs EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
The EMG HA is a single-coil-voiced pickup in humbucker housing for articulate, crisp tone across rock and progressive styles, while the EMG 58 is a traditional high-output humbucker built for metal and hard rock with tight bass and sustain. Choose the HA if you want single-coil definition without routing work; choose the 58 if you need aggressive, full humbucker power.
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EMG HA Active Single Coil Pickup in Black Chrome
EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
Specs side by side
| EMG HA Active Single Coil Pickup in Black Chrome | EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG HA Active Single Coil Pickup in Black Chrome
- ✓ Single-coil articulation and crisp highs without routing a new cavity
- ✓ Exceptionally low current draw (80 microamps) yields 3000-hour battery life
- ✓ Studio-grade noise performance (-101 dB at 60 Hz) ideal for recording
Why choose EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
- ✓ High-output humbucker design delivers aggressive sustain and midrange punch suited to metal and drop tunings
- ✓ Complete active electronics kit included (volume pot, tone pot, jacks, battery cable) — minimal additional purchases
- ✓ Lower resonant frequency (1.53 kHz) tightens bass and focuses attack for fast playing
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two pickups?
The HA delivers single-coil character—articulate, crisp highs with controlled lows—designed for cutting through complex arrangements. The 58 is a traditional high-output humbucker with punchy midrange and tight bass, optimized for aggressive, sustain-heavy styles like metal.
Which one is better for metal?
The EMG 58 is explicitly designed for metal and hard rock, offering high output and tight low-end control ideal for drop tunings and fast picking. The HA can work in metal but is better suited to progressive and rock where single-coil clarity is valued.
Do I need soldering skills to install either pickup?
Both include quick-connect solderless systems, but the 58 ships with a complete electronics kit (volume pot, tone pot, jacks, battery cable), making it a more turnkey installation. The HA requires you to source or use existing wiring components.
Which pickup has better battery life?
The EMG HA draws only 80 microamps at 9V, delivering 3000 hours of battery life. The EMG 58 specifications do not list current draw or battery life, suggesting longer typical usage intervals in a working rig.