EMG 81-7H 7-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG4328
Description
EMG 81-7H 7-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
The EMG 81-7H is a high-output active humbucker engineered specifically for seven-string instruments, delivering the articulate aggression and extended frequency response that modern extended-range playing demands. Its brushed black chrome finish maintains a professional aesthetic while the compact profile integrates cleanly into most seven-string guitar cavities. Players who need tighter, more defined lows and controlled midrange clarity—without passive pickup noise floor—get a direct replacement that performs night after night on stage.
Active Electronics & Installation
This is a complete active system featuring EMG's exclusive solderless install architecture, which eliminates traditional soldering and significantly reduces setup time. The pickup ships with a battery clip, output jack, and prewired split-shaft volume and tone control set — everything required for a straightforward installation in a properly routed cavity.
Output & Tone Character
The ceramic magnet core produces the signature EMG 81 voicing: percussive transient attack, compressed sustain, and a darker tonal character ideal for high-gain applications and drop tunings. Both potentiometers are rated at 25k ohms with 9.5 mm shaft length, ensuring responsive volume and tone shaping with minimal loading effects on the preamp stage.
Key Features
- Active humbucker design optimized for 7-string guitars
- Ceramic magnet construction
- Brushed black chrome hum cap finish
- EMG solderless install system included
- Battery clip and output jack included
- Prewired split-shaft volume control potentiometer (25k, 9.5 mm)
- Prewired split-shaft tone control potentiometer (25k, 9.5 mm)
- Mounting screws and springs included
- Dimensions: 4.00 in wide × 1.00 in tall × 8.00 in deep
The EMG 81-7H delivers reliable, noise-free performance for extended-range instruments without the installation complexity of traditional pickup retrofits—built for gigging musicians who demand consistency.
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At a Glance
The EMG 81-7H is a high-output active humbucker designed specifically for 7-string guitars, delivering tight, percussive attack and controlled lows ideal for metal, djent, and drop tunings. Its solderless install system and complete wiring harness make retrofitting straightforward, while the ceramic magnet core cuts through high-gain tones with clarity and sustain compression that favors aggression over bloom. Choose this if you need extended-range reliability and articulate definition without passive noise floor.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup suitable for genres other than metal?
The EMG 81-7H is optimized for metal, djent, and drop tunings; it is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk applications. Its high-output, compressed character and darker voicing are engineered specifically for high-gain contexts.
What comes in the box and what installation skills do I need?
The pickup ships with a complete active system including battery clip, output jack, prewired volume and tone controls, mounting screws, and springs. EMG's solderless install architecture eliminates traditional soldering, making installation significantly faster for intermediate or advanced players working with a properly routed 7-string cavity.
How does the EMG 81-7H compare to other 7-string pickups?
The EMG 81-7H competes with the Seymour Duncan Blackout 7-String, DiMarzio Crunchlab 7-String, and Fishman Fluence Modern 7-String. All are high-output active designs for extended-range play; the 81-7H emphasizes percussive attack and tight lows with a darker overall character.
What are the pickup dimensions and will it fit my 7-string?
The pickup measures 4.00 inches wide, 1.00 inch tall, and 8.00 inches deep. It is engineered as a direct replacement for 7-string guitars with standard humbucker cavities; confirm your guitar's cavity dimensions before purchasing.
Does this require a battery, and what about the noise floor?
Yes, the active system requires a battery (clip included); active electronics eliminate the hum and noise floor inherent to passive designs, making the 81-7H ideal for high-gain recording and live contexts where clarity matters.
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.
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