Is this pickup active or passive, and do I need a battery?

The F-H2 is fully passive—no battery or preamp required. It uses a ceramic magnet and delivers 8.4 kOhm DC resistance with 4.53 Henries inductance for clean, defined output without active electronics.

What genres and tuning styles is this pickup best for?

The F-H2 excels in metal, hard rock, modern rock, and drop-tuning applications where tight low end and articulate mids are essential. It is not designed for jazz, blues, or folk styles.

Will this fit my Floyd Rose tremolo guitar?

Yes. The F-H2 features Floyd Rose–compatible pole spacing of .410 inches for accurate string tracking across Floyd-equipped instruments.

How difficult is installation?

Very simple. The pickup uses a 5-wire solderless quick-connect system that eliminates traditional wiring and reduces installation time significantly. Fully shielded construction also eliminates noise and hum setup.

How does this compare to active EMG pickups or other brands?

Unlike active EMG 81s, the F-H2 is passive and requires no battery, making it tour-reliable and maintenance-free. It delivers a midrange-forward character with responsive dynamics comparable to Seymour Duncan 59s and DiMarzio Super Distortions but with tighter low-end control and balanced output.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.

EMG F-H2 Passive Humbucker Pickup in Chrome

The EMG F-H2 is a ceramic-magnet passive humbucker built for players who want articulate, balanced output without active electronics or battery dependence. This pickup delivers tight low-end definition and controlled midrange presence, cutting cleanly through high-gain stages and dense live mixes. The solderless quick-connect output simplifies installation and swaps, keeping downtime minimal between gigs.

Electrical Performance

Measuring 8.4 kOhm DC resistance and 4.53 Henries inductance, the F-H2 generates clean, defined output with responsive dynamics that translate well under stage lights and PA systems. Dual resonant peaks at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz with impedance of 63.3 kOhm at resonance shape a midrange-forward character that punches through the mix without harshness, whether you're pushing a tube amp or running direct into a pedalboard.

Construction & Installation

Fully shielded construction eliminates noise and hum in high-gain rigs and noisy venue environments. The Floyd Rose–compatible pole spacing of .410" ensures accurate string tracking across tremolo-equipped instruments, while the 5-wire solderless quick-connect system eliminates traditional wiring, reducing installation time and making field swaps hassle-free.

Key Features

Ceramic magnet material
8.4 kOhm DC resistance
4.53 Henries inductance
Resonant frequencies at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz
63.3 kOhm impedance at resonance
.410" (10.41mm) Floyd Rose string-to-string pole spacing
5-wire quick-connect solderless output system
Fully shielded passive construction
No battery or preamp required
Made in USA

The F-H2 delivers passive-pickup reliability with modern tonal clarity—a dependable workhorse that rewards proper setup and rewards you night after night on the road.

Best suited for	Metal, Hard Rock, Modern Rock, Drop Tunings
Tonal character	Tight low end, articulate cleans, midrange-forward, balanced output, defined dynamics
Less specialized for	Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional