What's the difference between dual-coil and single-coil mode on this pickup?

The 57TW includes a push-pull potentiometer that switches between full dual-coil output (classic humbucker warmth and aggression) and single-coil mode (tighter, snappier articulation for leads and rhythm definition). You get both characters in one pickup without needing to swap hardware.

Will this pickup fit my guitar?

The 57TW fits any guitar with a standard humbucker cavity and EMG-compatible wiring space. It has 49mm string spacing, 1.1" thickness, and a solderless quick-connect cable, making installation straightforward on modern 6-string instruments. Verify your guitar's cavity dimensions and EMG compatibility before purchase.

What genres is this pickup best suited for?

The 57TW excels in metal, rock, hard rock, and fusion. Its high-output Alnico 5 design and active clarity make it less ideal for jazz, folk, or country applications.

How does the active electronics affect tone and performance?

Active electronics provide consistent output level across all playing dynamics, noise rejection for clean signal transmission, and reliable performance in both studio and live settings. The 10K DC resistance paired with the Alnico 5 magnet delivers balanced, defined treble without muddiness.

What comes included with this pickup?

The 57TW ships with a solderless quick-connect cable and push-pull potentiometer for coil-tap switching. No traditional soldering is required for installation.

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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $12 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.

EMG 57TW Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome

The EMG 57TW delivers responsive, articulate high-output tone with genuine versatility built into its design. This active humbucker bridges classic warmth with modern clarity, and its dual-coil/single-coil switchability via included push-pull potentiometer makes it adaptable across rock, metal, and fusion applications without requiring a second pickup swap.

Tone & Electronics

The Alnico 5 magnet paired with 10K DC resistance generates balanced midrange and defined treble response characteristic of EMG's bridge-position voiced pickups. Active electronics provide consistent output and noise rejection, while the selectable single-coil mode opens up tighter, snappier articulation for lead work and rhythm definition.

Installation & Compatibility

This pickup ships with a solderless quick-connect cable, eliminating traditional wiring complexity and making installation straightforward on any guitar with EMG-compatible cavities. The standard 49mm string spacing and 1.1" thickness confirm compatibility with most modern humbucker-routed instruments.

Key Features

Active humbucker with high-output response
Alnico 5 magnet construction
10K DC resistance
Dual-coil and single-coil selectable modes via push-pull potentiometer
Brushed black chrome finish
Solderless quick-connect cable system
Bridge position configuration
6-string compatible
Standard 49mm string spacing
1.1" pickup thickness

The 57TW combines EMG's proven active topology with genuine tonal flexibility, delivering reliable performance and switchable character in a single, professionally finished package.

Best suited for	Metal, Rock, Hard Rock, Fusion, Studio Sessions
Tonal character	High-output, articulate, balanced midrange, defined treble, tight single-coil mode
Less specialized for	Jazz, Folk, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional