What guitar styles and genres is this pickup best suited for?

The EMG 57-7 excels in metal, hard rock, and progressive music, particularly with drop tunings and extended-range playing. It is not designed for jazz, blues, or folk applications.

Will this pickup fit my seven-string guitar?

The soapbar form factor (3.5 x 1.5 inches) is designed for bridge position on modern seven-string guitars with tight cavities. Solderless installation simplifies mounting and wiring setup.

What comes in the box?

The package includes the pickup, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, battery cable, and all necessary hardware for installation.

How does the active electronics system work?

Integrated active electronics deliver high output and consistent tone across your dynamic range; the built-in 25k volume and tone potentiometers give you real-time control without passive-circuit limitations, ideal for riff definition and articulate leads.

How does this compare to other seven-string pickups like the EMG 81-7 or Seymour Duncan Blackouts?

The EMG 57-7 emphasizes articulate midrange and balanced frequency response; the EMG 81-7 offers more aggressive output, while the Seymour Duncan Blackouts and Fishman Fluence Modern 7 serve alternative voicings for different tonal priorities in extended-range setups.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.

EMG 57-7 Active Soapbar Pickup in Red

The EMG 57-7 is a compact, high-output active soapbar designed for seven-string instruments, delivering articulate midrange and controlled aggression in a format that fits tight bridge positions. Its solid construction and balanced frequency response make it a dependable choice for metal, hard rock, and progressive players seeking clarity without sacrificing punch. The red finish adds visual character to any seven-string setup.

Active Electronics & Tone Shaping

Built on active electronics with integrated 25k volume and tone potentiometers, this pickup offers real-time control over your sound without passive circuit limitations. The included onboard electronics simplify wiring and deliver consistent output across the full dynamic range, ideal for locked-in riff work and articulate lead passages on stage.

Design & Installation

The soapbar form factor fits comfortably in tight bridge cavities on modern seven-string designs, while solderless installation eliminates complex wiring and gets your instrument performance-ready fast. Alnico V magnets paired with steel pole pieces ensure reliable magnetic coupling and tonal consistency through countless gigs and rehearsals.

Key Features

Active electronics with integrated 25k volume pot
Integrated 25k tone control
Alnico V magnets and steel pole pieces
Soapbar form factor (extended series cap: 3.5 x 1.5 inches)
Bridge position configuration for seven-string guitars
Solderless installation design
Red finish
Includes battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable
Product dimensions: 4.92 x 3.35 x 2.36 inches

This EMG 57-7 delivers the clarity and output working seven-string players demand, combining proven active-pickup engineering with straightforward installation and intuitive tone control for reliable stage performance.

Best suited for	Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Drop Tunings
Tonal character	High output, articulate midrange, controlled aggression, balanced frequency response, clarity with punch
Less specialized for	Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional