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EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory vs EMG 58X Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
The EMG HX is a single-coil voice in humbucker form with ceramic magnets and high-frequency sculpting, ideal for studio clarity and versatile gigging. The EMG 58X is a high-output aggressive humbucker with Alnico magnets and a built-in preamp, purpose-built for metal, hard rock, and tight rhythm work.
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EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory
Specs side by side
| EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory | EMG 58X Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $125.00 | $125.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG HX Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Single-coil articulate clarity in humbucker mounting format
- ✓ Ceramic magnet delivers wide, responsive frequency response
- ✓ Long shaft design accommodates deeper pickguard routes
- ✓ Active Tone Control (VLPF) for real-time high-frequency roll-off
Why choose EMG 58X Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ High-output Alnico humbucker design cuts through dense mixes
- ✓ Built-in preamp mounted directly in pickup housing for stable output
- ✓ Tight low-end definition ideal for drop tunings and aggressive styles
- ✓ Aggressive articulate voice specifically voiced for metal and hard rock
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup works better for genres outside metal and hard rock?
The EMG HX is better suited for studio sessions, home recording, and general gigging because its single-coil voice offers articulate clarity across diverse styles. The 58X is specifically voiced for metal, hard rock, progressive, and drop-tuning applications.
What is the main tonal difference between ceramic and Alnico magnets here?
The HX uses ceramic magnets for a wide, responsive frequency response with natural clarity and high-frequency sculpting capability. The 58X uses Alnico magnets with steel bars for aggressive, high-output performance with tight low-end definition.
Do both pickups include complete installation kits?
Yes, both come with solderless installation systems, volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus assembly, cable kits, mounting hardware, and stereo output jacks. The main difference is the HX has a long shaft for deeper routes, while the 58X uses short shaft pots sized at 10 mm thread.
Which pickup has onboard tone shaping?
Both feature an Active Tone Control (VLPF) for real-time frequency sculpting. The 58X additionally includes a built-in preamp mounted directly in the pickup housing for stable, high output with minimal noise—a feature not present in the HX.