What's the output level, and will it work with my amp's input?

The EMG 58 delivers 3.0V single-string and 4.5V full-strum output with 10 kΩ output impedance, providing hot, headroom-rich signal suitable for modern amp designs. It supports supply voltages up to 27V DC, so it integrates well with standard 9V passive circuits and more aggressive gain staging.

Is this pickup good for jazz or blues?

No—the EMG 58 is voiced for metal, hard rock, and progressive styles. Its tight low end, high output, and articulate midrange are designed for modern aggression and clarity, not the warmth and sustain favored in jazz and blues contexts.

How long do I have to worry about battery life?

The 9V battery lasts approximately 3000 hours of use, so even regular players typically go 6–12 months between changes depending on how often you play and practice.

Do I need special tools or soldering experience to install it?

No—the EMG 58 includes the solderless installation system, so you can swap it into an existing humbucker cavity without any soldering or specialized skills. Standard wiring clips handle all connections.

How does this compare to the EMG 81 or Seymour Duncan Blackout?

The EMG 58 offers a more refined, articulate midrange character than the 81's aggressive, scooped tone, making it better suited to styles where definition matters. Versus the Blackout, the 58 tends toward a tighter low end and cleaner overall response, though all three are modern active designs built for high output and low noise.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.

EMG 58 Active Humbucker Pickup in White

The EMG 58 is a workhorse active humbucker that delivers tight, controlled response with enough clarity to cut through live mixes while keeping noise to a minimum. Built for gigging musicians and studio players alike, this white-finished pickup offers high output and definition without sacrificing the punch needed for stage reliability. The solderless installation system means you can drop it into your guitar without breaking out the soldering iron.

Tone & Output Characteristics

Built around an Alnico magnet with two steel bars, the 58 produces a resonant frequency of 1.80 KHz that sits right in the midrange—ideal for cutting through a mix while preserving articulation even at volume. Output runs hot at 3.00V on a single string and 4.50V during full strums, giving you the headroom and sustain you need on stage without losing definition.

Power & Electronics

The 9V battery power source gives you exceptional battery life at 3000 hours, so you can trust it through extended gigs and tours without worrying about mid-set drops. Noise performance stays clean at -100 dBV at 60 Hz, with 80 microamps current draw at 9V and support up to 27V DC maximum supply voltage for flexible amp configurations. Output impedance is 10 kΩ.

Key Features

Active Humbucker design
White finish
Alnico magnet with two steel bars
Resonant Frequency: 1.80 KHz
Output Voltage (Single String): 3.00V
Output Voltage (Strum): 4.50V
Output Noise: -100 dBV at 60 Hz
Output Impedance: 10 kΩ
9V battery power source with 3000-hour battery life
Current draw: 80 microamps at 9V
Maximum Supply Voltage: 27V DC
Solderless installation system included
Made in the United States

The EMG 58 combines American manufacturing with dependable output and straightforward installation—a reliable pickup choice for players who need consistent tone night after night, whether you're playing aggressive modern material or balanced traditional voicings.