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EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome vs EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
Both are budget-tier EMG HX active single-coil pickups in humbucker housings with solderless installation and brushed black chrome finishes. The Long Shaft version includes a complete electronics kit (volume pot, tone pot, battery bus, output jack) and emphasizes high-gain clarity for metal and progressive styles, while the standard HX focuses on studio versatility and harmonic richness with flexibility for mixed genres.
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EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
Specs side by side
| EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome | EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.00 | $139.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG HX Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ Emphasizes harmonically rich, balanced tone suitable for diverse studio applications
- ✓ Ceramic magnet with X-series preamp delivers high headroom and frequency clarity
- ✓ Active Tone Control (VLPF) for precision high-frequency shaping without core-voice loss
Why choose EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ Complete wiring kit included—volume pot, tone pot, battery bus, output jack, and cables eliminate separate purchases
- ✓ Long-shaft design specifically engineered for standard guitar cavities without modification
- ✓ Optimized for high-gain settings with tight response, ideal for metal and progressive applications
Frequently asked questions
What's the practical difference between these two models?
The Long Shaft includes a complete electronics kit (potentiometers, battery bus, output jack, cables), while the standard HX is the pickup component alone. The Long Shaft is designed for straightforward full installation; the standard HX offers flexibility if you're replacing only the pickup in an existing setup.
Which suits high-gain and metal playing better?
The Long Shaft is explicitly optimized for high-gain clarity and tight response in metal and progressive contexts. The standard HX prioritizes harmonic richness and studio versatility, making it more flexible across genres but less specifically tuned for saturation.
Do I need soldering skills for either?
Neither requires soldering—both use solderless installation. The Long Shaft simplifies the entire process by bundling all electronics; the standard HX requires you to source or already have compatible potentiometers and wiring.
Will either fit my guitar without routing?
Both use humbucker form factor for drop-in compatibility with standard humbucker routes. The Long Shaft's long-shaft design is specifically engineered for typical guitar cavities, while the standard HX maintains standard humbucker housing compatibility.