EMG 60-8XH 8-String 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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- EMG4474
Description
EMG 60-8XH 8-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
The EMG 60-8XH delivers tight, articulate response across all eight strings with minimal noise and consistent output. This gold-finished active humbucker sits at the intersection of extended-range clarity and classic EMG character, engineered specifically for the wider string spacing and higher tension demands of 8-string instruments. The compact footprint and close-aperture coil design keep definition sharp without sacrificing the full-bodied low-end punch that defines modern extended-range playing.
Electronics & Power
Built around EMG's X series preamp architecture, this pickup offers increased headroom and dynamic range compared to standard preamps, allowing transients and pick attack to cut through dense tunings without compression or loss of nuance. The active design requires battery power but delivers consistent gain staging and virtually eliminates impedance-related tone coloration, making it ideal for studio sessions and live stages where signal integrity and reliability are non-negotiable.
Installation & Included Hardware
Setup is straightforward with solderless wiring and a complete electronics package: 25K volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, and all necessary connection and output cables. This pickup arrives ready to integrate into an existing 8-string harness or serve as the foundation for a new build, minimizing downtime before your next gig.
Key Features
- Designed for 8-string extended-range housings with humbucker-style mounting
- Ceramic magnet construction for clarity and sustain
- Close-aperture coils deliver tight articulation across extended tunings
- X series active preamp with increased headroom and dynamic range
- Solderless wiring for simplified installation
- Includes 25K volume potentiometer
- Includes 25K tone potentiometer
- Complete electronics package: battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus
- Mounting hardware included: screws and springs
- Gold finish
- Pickup cable and output cable included
- Battery cable included
The 60-8XH combines extended-range precision with proven EMG reliability, making it a road-ready choice for players and builders seeking articulate, noise-free performance on eight strings.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 60-8XH is an active humbucker designed specifically for 8-string guitars, delivering tight low-end definition and articulate cleans across all eight strings with virtually no noise. Built on EMG's X series preamp architecture, it offers increased headroom and dynamic range that cut through drop tunings and dense studio sessions without compression, while solderless wiring and a complete electronics package make installation straightforward. Choose this for extended-range metal, djent, and progressive playing where clarity and consistency matter more than vintage tone.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Extended Range, Drop Tunings, Studio Sessions, Metal |
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| Tonal character | Tight low end, articulate cleans, high output, minimal noise, extended clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the box?
The 60-8XH arrives with a complete electronics package: 25K volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, output cable, and battery cable. It's ready to install into an 8-string harness or serve as the foundation for a new build.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?
No. The 60-8XH is engineered for extended-range, high-output applications like metal and djent. Its tight low end, articulate character, and active noise rejection are optimized for drop tunings and studio sessions rather than the softer, more touch-responsive tones jazz and blues require.
How does the X series preamp differ from standard EMG preamps?
The X series architecture provides increased headroom and dynamic range compared to standard preamps, allowing transients and pick attack to cut through without compression. This means you get consistent gain staging and virtually eliminated impedance-related tone coloration, making it ideal for both live and studio use.
What skill level do I need to install this pickup?
The solderless wiring system and complete electronics package make installation straightforward for intermediate to advanced players and builders. If you've worked with active pickups or 8-string setups before, installation will be familiar; if you're new to active systems, solderless connections keep the learning curve shallow.
Can I use this in a single-pickup 8-string setup?
Yes. The included electronics package contains all necessary components for a one-pickup configuration, including volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, and stereo output jack. It also includes a two-pickup in/out bus if you plan to expand later.
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 $11 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.
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