What's the difference between the EMG 60A and ceramic-magnet active pickups?

The 60A uses alnico magnets instead of ceramic, yielding a warmer, more harmonically rich response with smoother sustain and responsive dynamics. While ceramic designs often sound sterile or overly compressed in high-gain contexts, the alnico 60A retains musical character and articulate midrange definition even under heavy distortion.

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

The EMG 60A draws only 80 microamps at 9V, delivering approximately 3000 hours of battery life on a single cell—roughly 4 months of typical playing. That efficient power draw also means fewer battery changes and less downtime during sessions or tours.

Will this pickup fit my guitar without modification?

Yes, the 18.7mm threaded long shaft is designed as a drop-in replacement for any standard humbucker cavity in both bridge and neck positions. No routing or modification is needed.

Is the EMG 60A suitable for both clean and high-gain playing?

Absolutely. The 1.0V RMS output with 3.0V peak maintains clear articulation and definition across both clean and high-gain applications, so you'll get musical response whether you're playing jazz-fusion chords or driving metal riffs.

What makes the chrome stainless steel cap important?

The stainless steel cap resists corrosion and withstands years of use in touring and studio environments, protecting the pickup's internals and ensuring consistent performance over time.

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 60A Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Chrome

The EMG 60A delivers the balanced warmth of alnico magnets in a compact active humbucker format. This long-shaft model seats cleanly in standard bridge and neck positions, offering articulate midrange and controlled output without sacrificing musical character. The chrome finish and professional construction make this a reliable choice for players seeking active electronics with traditional tonal depth.

Tone & Live Performance

Alnico magnets provide a more organic, harmonically rich response compared to ceramic designs, yielding smooth sustain and responsive dynamics across the frequency spectrum. The 1.0V RMS output with 3.0V peak output voltage maintains clear articulation and definition on stage while remaining well-suited to high-gain and clean applications alike, cutting through a mix without muddiness.

Reliability & Setup

The 18.7mm threaded long shaft accommodates standard guitar electronics cavities without modification, and the stainless steel cap resists corrosion and withstands years of touring and venue changes. Active circuitry operates at minimal current draw—80 microamps at 9V—yielding extended battery life of approximately 3000 hours on a single cell, keeping you powered through extended gigs and rehearsals.

Key Features

Alnico magnet construction for warm, musical response
Active humbucker design with controlled output
18.7mm threaded long shaft for standard mounting
Stainless steel protective cap
1.0V RMS output voltage
3.0V peak output voltage
-89 dBV output noise specification
80 microamps current draw at 9V
Approximately 3000 hours battery life
10 kΩ output impedance
Chrome finish
Drop-in replacement for standard humbucker cavities

The EMG 60A combines professional-grade active electronics with the sonic character of alnico magnets, delivering dependable performance and extended battery endurance in a format that integrates seamlessly into most guitar designs for gig-ready reliability.