EMG 57/66 Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black Chrome

EMG 57/66 Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black Chrome

The EMG 57/66 pairing delivers the balanced aggression and articulate response that defines modern active pickup technology. The 57 bridge maintains tight, controlled output while the 66 neck provides warm, articulate separation—a combination favored by players who demand clarity across all registers without sacrificing punch. Black chrome finish integrates seamlessly into contemporary instrument aesthetics.

Tone & Electronics

Both pickups operate on 9V DC with identical output specs: 3.00V string pluck, 4.50V strum, and -100 dB noise floor at 60 Hz. The EMG 57 resonates at 2.11 KHz for focused midrange presence, while the EMG 66 peaks at 1.61 KHz for smooth, controlled lows. This frequency separation ensures the bridge pickup cuts through mix while the neck stays articulate and composed.

Installation & Power

The included solderless wiring harness eliminates traditional soldering, featuring two 25K volume pots, two 25K tone pots, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and connection cables. System current draw is 160 µA at 9V, yielding approximately 1500 hours of battery life—roughly two years of typical gigging use.

Key Features

• EMG 57 Bridge Pickup – Alnico magnet, 2.11 KHz resonant frequency
• EMG 66 Neck Pickup – Alnico magnet, 1.61 KHz resonant frequency
• Output: 3.00V single string, 4.50V full strum (both pickups)
• Output Noise: -100 dB @ 60 Hz
• Output Impedance: 10 kΩ (both pickups)
• Supply Voltage: 9V DC
• Current Draw: 160 µA @ 9V
• Battery Life: Approximately 1500 hours
• Standard 49mm string spacing
• Short potentiometer shafts (10mm)
• Solderless wiring harness with complete control set included
• Black chrome finish

This set delivers the high-output clarity and low-noise performance EMG is known for, with enough tonal separation between bridge and neck to support both aggressive lead playing and controlled rhythm work on stage or in the studio.