What's included in the box?

The EMG 60 ships with a Quik-Connect cable, prewired split-shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws, and springs. You'll need to supply your own 9V battery to power the active electronics.

How long does a 9V battery last in this pickup?

EMG rates the 9V battery for 3000 hours of operation, which translates to several months of regular playing before replacement is needed.

Will this pickup fit my guitar?

The EMG 60 uses a long-shaft design that accommodates most standard humbucker cavities; the screw spacing is 3.09 inches. If your guitar has a standard dual-coil routing, it should fit without modification.

Is the EMG 60 good for high-gain playing?

Yes—it delivers 4.50 V output on full strums and maintains definition at high gain thanks to its low-noise preamp and -101 dB noise floor, making it ideal for metal and hard rock without losing clarity or introducing hum.

How does this compare to the EMG 81?

The EMG 60 offers a more balanced, articulate character suited to rock, metal, and jazz, while the EMG 81 is hotter and more aggressive—best for extreme metal. Both are active and hum-free; choose the 60 if you want versatility across genres.

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 Ivory

The EMG 60 is a dependable active humbucker built for players who demand articulate, controlled tone without coloration or noise getting in the way. Its balanced character cuts through live mixes in rock, metal, and jazz settings alike. The ivory finish keeps a classic look while the long shaft design fits most standard pickup cavities without modification.

Tone & Output Performance

This pickup delivers a 3.00 V output on single strings and 4.50 V on full strums, giving consistent response whether you dig in hard or play lightly. The 2.20 kHz resonant frequency and -101 dB noise floor keep your tone clean and hum-free, while the built-in high-output, low-noise preamp holds clarity even when you're pushing gain hard on stage.

Design & Road Reliability

The dual coil ceramic magnet construction rejects hum and electromagnetic noise, keeping your signal clean in any venue. A single 9V battery powers the active circuit, rated for 3000 hours of operation, and the system handles supply voltages up to 27 Volts DC for flexible wiring if you need it.

Key Features

Dual coil active humbucker with ceramic magnets
Output voltage: 3.00 V (string), 4.50 V (strum)
Resonant frequency: 2.20 kHz
Output impedance: 10 Kohm
Output noise: -101 dB @ 60 Hz
Dimensions: 2.75" × 1.50" × 0.9" (69.8mm × 38.1mm × 22.8mm)
Screw spacing: 3.09" (78.5mm)
Powered by 9V battery (not included); 3000-hour battery life
Maximum supply: 27 Volts DC
Long shaft design for standard cavities
Includes Quik-Connect cable, prewired split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws, and springs

The EMG 60 pairs proven active-pickup engineering with straightforward installation and solid component support to keep your tone consistent night after night, year after year.