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EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black vs EMG David Ellefson 5STR 5-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup Set in Black
The Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker is a guitar humbucker set engineered for extreme metal's piercing aggression, while the David Ellefson 5STR is a five-string bass soapbar set built for low-end extension and midrange cut in metal and progressive contexts. Choose the Bone Breaker if you play guitar and need surgical high-frequency articulation; choose the Ellefson if you play five-string bass and need punchy, defined lows.
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EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
EMG David Ellefson 5STR 5-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup Set in Black
Specs side by side
| EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black | EMG David Ellefson 5STR 5-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup Set in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219.00 | $219.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
- ✓ Designed specifically for guitar with dual humbucker form factor and solderless installation
- ✓ Neck pickup's Alnico 5 magnet preserves warmth and harmonic complexity for sustain-focused lead work
- ✓ Bridge ceramic magnet emphasizes mid and upper frequencies for maximum cut through dense mixes
- ✓ 3000-hour battery life at only 80 microamps draw
Why choose EMG David Ellefson 5STR 5-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup Set in Black
- ✓ Purpose-built for five-string bass with extended low-end response and 40CS neck pickup's fuller lows
- ✓ Bridge pickup's 4.55 kHz resonance delivers aggressive midrange presence and cutting clarity
- ✓ Dual ceramic magnet design provides consistent high output and peak output of 6.00V under aggressive playing
- ✓ Soapbar form factor integrates seamlessly into modern bass designs
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups interchangeably between guitar and bass?
No. The Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker is a guitar humbucker set with two pickups designed for six-string guitar installation. The David Ellefson 5STR is a bass-specific soapbar set engineered for five-string bass with different form factors, output characteristics, and resonant frequencies optimized for each instrument.
Which set has higher output?
The David Ellefson 5STR delivers 2.50V normal output and 6.00V peak output on bass. The Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker delivers 3.00V single-string and 4.50V strum output on guitar. Peak output on the Ellefson is higher, but these are designed for different instruments and cannot be directly compared.
Are both systems battery-powered actives?
Yes, both are active systems. The Kirk Hammett uses a single 9V battery with 3000-hour life at 80 microamps draw. The David Ellefson specifications do not detail battery life or draw specifications in the provided information.
Do both include complete wiring harnesses?
The Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker includes a complete wiring harness with volume and tone pots, stereo output jack, and all necessary cables. The David Ellefson 5STR includes a solderless wiring system but complete harness details are not specified in the provided information.