What is the long shaft configuration, and which guitars need it?

The long shaft potentiometer accommodates guitars with deeper cavities or non-standard control-cavity spacing that require an extended control-shaft length. If your guitar's controls sit deeper than standard or use non-traditional pot layouts, the long shaft variant ensures proper fit and function.

Does this pickup require soldering?

No. The EMG 58X uses a solderless installation system, eliminating the need for a soldering iron. All connections snap or clip into place, streamlining installation for players with or without wiring experience.

What's included in the package?

The pickup comes with two 25k volume potentiometers, one 25k tone potentiometer, a battery bus, and a stereo output jack. You'll also need a 9V battery to power the active circuitry.

How does the EMG 58X compare to the EMG 81?

Both are high-output active humbuckers for metal and hard rock. The 58X features the X Series preamp architecture, which delivers enhanced headroom and touch sensitivity compared to the 81, allowing for more nuanced dynamics while maintaining aggressive output.

Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?

The EMG 58X is engineered for metal, hard rock, and drop tunings. Its aggressive, high-output character and noise-free active design are optimized for those genres; jazz and blues players typically favor lower-output, vintage-voiced pickups.

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 58X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Chrome

The EMG 58X is a high-output active humbucker engineered for aggressive tone and responsive dynamics. This long shaft variant in chrome finish integrates seamlessly into guitars requiring extended potentiometer shafts, delivering the clarity and punch that defined the X Series platform.

Tone & Electronics

The X Series preamp architecture provides additional headroom and touch sensitivity compared to standard EMG designs, allowing for nuanced dynamics without sacrificing output. Active circuitry powered by a 9V battery ensures consistent, noise-free performance across all playing dynamics and volume settings—critical for stage reliability and studio tracking alike.

Design & Installation

The solderless installation system streamlines mounting and wiring—no soldering required. Long shaft configuration accommodates guitars with deeper cavities or non-standard potentiometer spacing, while the chrome finish delivers classic aesthetic appeal. Quick setup means less downtime before a gig and straightforward maintenance on the road.

Key Features

Active humbucker design with high-output character
AlNiCo / steel magnet construction
X Series preamp for enhanced headroom and touch sensitivity
Solderless installation system
Long shaft potentiometer configuration
Chrome finish
9V battery operation
Includes 2x 25k volume potentiometers and 25k tone potentiometer
Battery bus and stereo output jack included

The EMG 58X Long Shaft combines straightforward installation with professional-grade tone, ideal for musicians seeking reliable active pickup performance with minimal setup complexity.

Best suited for	Metal, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings, Studio Sessions, Live Performance
Tonal character	High-output, aggressive, punchy, responsive dynamics, clear
Less specialized for	Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional