What does solderless installation mean, and how much work is it?

Solderless installation uses pre-made connectors that plug together without needing a soldering iron, eliminating common wiring errors and speeding up setup. The 60AX ships with battery bus, stereo output jack, and all necessary cables ready to integrate into your wiring harness.

How long does the 9V battery last, and what's the power draw?

A single 9V battery delivers 3000 hours of playing time, drawing only 80 microamps at 9V—among the most efficient active designs. This makes extended touring and long studio sessions practical without constant battery swaps.

Is the 60AX suitable for blues or traditional jazz?

The 60AX is optimized for modern high-gain styles and studio clarity, with a tight low end and articulate response better suited to progressive, metal, and studio sessions. Blues and traditional jazz players typically favor the warmer, more compressed response of passive designs.

What's included in the box?

The pickup includes an active tone pot (VLPF), 25k volume pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables for immediate wiring.

Can the 60AX handle modded or high-voltage rigs?

Yes, the pickup supports up to 27 Volts DC maximum supply, making it compatible with modded pedalboards or studio setups running higher voltages for extended headroom and output.

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 60AX Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold

The EMG 60AX is built for gigging musicians who need a pickup that cuts through live without breaking up or losing definition. Its Alnico magnet structure and close aperture coils deliver tight, controlled response across the full frequency spectrum—tight attack, defined mids, clean lows, and noise rejection that holds up on any stage. The gold finish stands out in the electronics cavity, a detail worth seeing when your instrument is open for service or inspection.

Tone & Electronics

This active design runs on a single 9V battery with exceptional efficiency—3000 hours of battery life and only 80 microamps current draw at 9V, so battery changes are rare between tour legs. The pickup's 1.84 kHz resonant frequency and 2.00 kΩ output impedance balance midrange presence with solid low-end definition, while -105 dBV output noise keeps hum and feedback at a professional minimum—even under hot stage lights or in venues with heavy electrical interference.

Installation & Integration

Solderless installation means faster setup and fewer wiring errors during a swap or rebuild, and the included active tone pot (VLPF) and 25k volume pot fit into standard wiring without complications. The pickup supports up to 27 Volts DC maximum supply for players running modded electronics, and ships with battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables ready to go.

Key Features

Alnico magnet construction
Resonant frequency: 1.84 kHz
Output voltage (string): 3.00 V
Output voltage (strum): 8.00 V
Output noise (60 Hz): -105 dBV
Output impedance: 2.00 kΩ
Current draw @ 9V: 80 microamps
Battery life: 3000 hours on single 9V battery
Maximum supply: 27 Volts DC
Close aperture coils design
Solderless installation system
Includes active tone pot (VLPF), 25k volume pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, and mounting hardware

The 60AX pairs a low noise floor with articulate, responsive output—a straightforward choice for any player needing clean amplification and reliable tone shaping night after night.