What's included in the box?

The EMG 60 package includes the pickup, a Quik-Connect cable, a pre-wired split-shaft volume and tone control set, an output jack, battery clip set, and mounting hardware—everything needed for a complete installation.

How long does the 9V battery last?

The single 9V battery provides approximately 3000 hours of operation with an 80-microamp draw, meaning months of regular use between changes.

Is this pickup good for jazz or blues?

No, the EMG 60 is optimized for metal, hard rock, modern rock, and high-gain applications; its articulate, punchy response is not voiced for jazz or blues tones.

Do I need to solder to install this?

No, the EMG 60 uses solderless Quik-Connect connectivity, making installation straightforward for players at any skill level.

How does the EMG 60 compare to the EMG 81?

The EMG 60 delivers more articulate midrange and a focused, punchy response suited to modern rock and metal; the EMG 81 offers higher output and a brighter, more aggressive character for extreme high-gain.

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 60 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Chrome

The EMG 60 is a workhorse active humbucker that delivers articulate, punchy midrange with controlled dynamics and minimal noise floor. Its covered design in brushed chrome offers a classic aesthetic while the solderless connectivity makes installation straightforward. This pickup excels in modern rock, metal, and high-gain applications where clarity and output stability matter on stage night after night.

Tone & Output Performance

With a ceramic magnet, 10K DC resistance, and 2.95 kHz resonant frequency, the EMG 60 produces a focused, articulate response without excessive bloom. Peak output reaches 3.0V with an RMS of 1.0V and output noise floor of -89 dBV, ensuring clean, high-signal tracking even in heavily overdriven contexts—critical for live reliability and consistent amp tracking in loud venues.

Power & Installation

This active design runs on a single 9V battery with an extended 3000-hour battery life, drawing only 80 microamps during operation, so you'll go months between changes on a gigging schedule. The package includes a Quik-Connect cable, pre-wired split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, and mounting hardware—everything needed for a complete retrofit without a soldering iron.

Key Features

Active humbucker with ceramic magnet
10K ohm DC resistance
2.95 kHz resonant frequency
Peak output voltage: 3.0V
RMS output: 1.0V
Output noise: -89 dBV
10 Kohm output impedance
Powered by single 9V battery (80 µA draw, 3000-hour life)
Solderless connectivity with 2-wire plus battery configuration
Brushed chrome covered design
Long shaft configuration
Includes Quik-Connect cable, control set, output jack, battery clip, and hardware

The EMG 60 combines reliable active performance with user-friendly installation, making it a dependable choice for players seeking consistent output, road-ready tone, and minimal maintenance between sets.