What makes this different from an active EMG pickup?

The F-H2 is entirely passive—no active circuitry, no batteries, no power supply needed. It delivers vintage output with the same solderless convenience EMG is known for, but in a simpler, unpowered design. Tone sits between true passive vintage pickups and EMG's active systems.

Will this work in my Floyd Rose guitar?

Yes. The F-H2 uses F-spacing with 0.410-inch pole spacing, designed to align precisely with Floyd Rose bridge saddles. It's a direct bridge-position replacement for Floyd-equipped instruments.

Do I need to solder to install this?

No. The F-H2 includes EMG's solderless connection system. The package contains the pickup, 500k volume and tone potentiometers, output jack, pickup bus, mounting hardware, and cables—any technician can wire it without a soldering iron.

What genres and playing styles is this pickup best for?

The F-H2 excels in hard rock, metal, and rock styles where articulate midrange and controlled bass are essential. Its vintage voice is less suited to jazz or folk applications, where smoother, rounder tones are typically preferred.

How does the tone sit in a high-gain rig?

Dual resonant peaks at 2.2 kHz and 4 kHz keep the pickup focused and defined even under heavy distortion. The ceramic magnet and 8.4 kOhm resistance produce vintage output that remains clear without muddiness or excessive treble bloom.

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 F-H2 Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black

The EMG F-H2 is a passive bridge humbucker built for players who want vintage-voiced output without active circuitry. Its ceramic magnet design and carefully tuned resonant frequencies deliver articulate midrange and controlled low-end, making it a reliable drop-in replacement for Floyd Rose–equipped instruments on stage or in the studio.

Tone & Electronics

With a DC resistance of 8.4 kOhm and inductance of 4.53 Henries, the F-H2 produces a vintage output level that integrates cleanly into passive wiring schemes. Dual resonant peaks at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz with 63.3 kOhm impedance at resonance ensure focused harmonic definition across gain ranges without muddiness or excessive treble.

Design & Installation

The F-spaced design with 0.410" (10.41mm) pole spacing aligns precisely with Floyd Rose bridge saddles. EMG's solderless connection system eliminates the need for soldering—the included 500k volume and tone potentiometers, mono output jack, pickup bus, mounting hardware, and cables keep downtime to a minimum and make installation straightforward for any tech or experienced player.

Key Features

Bridge position humbucker
Passive design—no active circuitry or batteries required
DC Resistance: 8.4 kOhm
Inductance: 4.53 Henries
Resonant Frequency: 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz
Impedance @ Resonance: 63.3 kOhm
Ceramic magnet construction
Vintage output level
F-spaced for Floyd Rose systems with 0.410" pole spacing
Solderless installation system
Black cap finish
Made in USA

The F-H2 combines EMG's installation convenience with honest passive tone, ideal for gigging musicians transitioning from active systems or seeking simplified electronics without compromise.