EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- EMG4838
Description
EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
The EMG 58 is a high-output active humbucker that cuts through on stage with aggressive, articulate tone and virtually zero noise floor. The long shaft design and quick-connect solderless system mean fast, hassle-free installation—critical when you're working multiple gigs or swapping setups. The gold cover delivers visual distinction under stage lights. This pickup excels in modern rock, metal, and heavy genres where clarity and sustain matter for live performance.
Tone & Output Character
The EMG 58 produces a high-output signal with a resonant frequency of 1.53 kHz, yielding punchy midrange and tight bass response ideal for fast playing and drop tunings. Active circuitry ensures consistent gain across the frequency spectrum and eliminates inductance-related coloration, resulting in a focused, defined attack that projects in a room and holds its own in a mix.
Electronics & Installation
This model ships with a complete active electronics kit including a 25K volume pot, 25K tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable. The quick-connect solderless design accelerates wiring and reduces the risk of cold joints on the road; the Alnico/Steel magnet structure maintains balanced response across neck and bridge positions for 6-string instruments.
Key Features
- Active Humbucker design — high-output, noiseless performance
- 1.53 kHz resonant frequency for articulate midrange punch
- Alnico/Steel magnet construction
- Gold cover finish
- Quick-connect solderless cable system
- Long shaft configuration
- Suitable for bridge and neck positions
- 6-string compatible
- Includes 25K volume and tone potentiometers
- Battery bus and stereo output jack included
- Mounting screws and springs supplied
- Complete wiring harness and cables provided
The EMG 58 delivers studio-grade noise rejection and tonal consistency for gigging musicians, making it a dependable choice for players who demand professional-level electronics that work night after night.
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At a Glance
The EMG 58 is a high-output active humbucker that delivers aggressive, articulate tone with virtually no noise floor—ideal for metal, hard rock, and modern rock players who need clarity and sustain in drop tunings and fast playing. The long shaft design and solderless quick-connect system make installation quick and straightforward, while the gold cover adds visual distinction to your instrument. Choose it for studio-grade noise rejection and consistent professional-level performance night after night.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Modern Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the EMG 58 kit?
The pickup ships with a complete active electronics package: 25K volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, battery cable, mounting screws, and springs. You'll have everything needed to wire and install.
Is this pickup suitable for both bridge and neck positions?
Yes, the EMG 58 is designed to work in both bridge and neck positions on 6-string instruments. The Alnico/Steel magnet structure maintains balanced response across both placements.
How does the EMG 58 compare to the EMG 81/85?
The EMG 58 is tuned specifically for modern rock and metal with a punchy midrange and tight low end, while the 81/85 series offers different sonic characteristics. The 58's 1.53 kHz resonant frequency delivers more articulate midrange punch and faster attack, making it especially effective in drop tunings and high-gain settings.
Why choose an active pickup over passive?
Active pickups like the EMG 58 deliver a consistent high-output signal with virtually no noise floor, studio-grade clarity, and no inductance-related coloration. This means cleaner recording, more consistent gain, and professional-level performance regardless of cable length or amp type.
What genres is the EMG 58 best suited for?
The EMG 58 excels in metal, hard rock, modern rock, and other heavy genres where fast playing, drop tunings, and tonal clarity are priorities. Its focused attack and tight low end make it less suited for jazz, blues, and folk applications.
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.
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