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EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome vs EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome
The EMG 58 is a traditional humbucker voiced for balanced, articulate tone across the full frequency spectrum, while the EMG HA is a single-coil design in humbucker size that emphasizes upper-midrange snap and clarity. Choose the 58 for classic rock and metal requiring full-bodied punch; choose the HA for progressive and hard rock where cut-through presence and pick responsiveness matter most.
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EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome
Specs side by side
| EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome | EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
- ✓ Balanced harmonic response across full frequency range
- ✓ Tight, controlled low-end suitable for heavy styles
- ✓ Traditional humbucker voicing works in bridge or neck position
- ✓ Complete solderless installation kit included
Why choose EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome
- ✓ Single-coil snap and clarity in humbucker footprint
- ✓ Upper-midrange focused tone cuts through dense mixes
- ✓ Highly responsive to pick attack and dynamics
- ✓ Brushed chrome finish resists fingerprints and corrosion
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup is better for metal?
The EMG 58 is better suited for metal due to its tight low-end control and balanced punch across the frequency spectrum, which handles distorted tones more effectively than the HA's upper-midrange-focused character.
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The 58 is a humbucker with full-range articulation and body, while the HA is a single-coil voiced pickup that emphasizes upper-midrange snap and clarity. The 58 sounds rounder; the HA sounds brighter and more focused.
Can either pickup work in both bridge and neck positions?
The EMG 58 is specifically noted as suitable for both bridge and neck positions. The EMG HA description focuses on lead work, suggesting it's optimized for bridge position use, though its humbucker footprint provides flexibility.
Are both pickups truly solderless?
The EMG 58 includes a complete solderless installation system with all hardware and cables. The EMG HA description does not explicitly mention a solderless system, so check the included components before assuming the same level of installation simplicity.