EMG GH Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG7129
Description
EMG GH Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
The EMG GH Set is Gary Holt's signature active humbucker pairing, engineered to deliver tight, articulate attack with controlled sustain across both bridge and neck positions. On stage, these pickups respond instantly to your pick dynamics while maintaining clarity at high gain, cutting through the mix in modern metal and hard rock contexts. The complete wiring harness and electronics package means a straightforward drop-in installation, getting you gigging faster with zero guesswork.
Electronics & Tone
The set pairs an EMG 81 bridge pickup with an EMG 89R neck pickup, delivering aggressive high-end bite in the bridge position while the 89R articulates focused, defined voicing for leads and rhythm in the neck. Both are active pickups powered by the included battery, eliminating microphonic feedback and ensuring rock-solid output consistency regardless of cable runs between stage and front-of-house or amp input impedance variations.
Installation & Included Hardware
This package includes a complete wiring solution with 25K Volume Pot, 25K Tone Pot, 25K Volume Push/Pull Pot, Stereo Output Jack, Battery, Battery Cable, Pickup Cable, Connection Cable, and mounting Screws—everything required for installation on a 6-string guitar. All components are made in the USA.
Key Features
- Bridge: EMG 81 Active Humbucker
- Neck: EMG 89R Active Humbucker
- Active electronics with battery power
- Stainless Steel construction
- Made in USA
- Includes 25K Volume Pot and 25K Tone Pot
- Includes 25K Volume Push/Pull Pot
- Complete wiring harness and cables included
- Stereo Output Jack included
- Battery and Battery Cable included
- Mounting screws included
- 6-string configuration
A professional-grade pickup system built for touring musicians and studio work who demand precision response, consistent performance, and reliability under high-output demands night after night.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG GH is Gary Holt's signature active humbucker set pairing an 81 bridge with an 89R neck for tight, articulate attack and controlled sustain—built for metal and hard rock at any tuning. These pickups respond instantly to pick dynamics while staying clear at high gain, and the complete wiring harness means drop-in installation with no sourcing parts. Road-tested on stage and in studios, active electronics eliminate feedback and deliver consistent output night after night.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings, Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
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| Tonal character | Tight attack, articulate high-end, controlled sustain, high output, minimal feedback |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in this set?
The package includes both pickups (EMG 81 bridge, 89R neck), a complete wiring harness with volume and tone pots, stereo output jack, battery and battery cable, pickup and connection cables, and mounting screws—everything needed for installation on a 6-string guitar.
What genres and tunings work best with these pickups?
These are engineered for metal, hard rock, and drop-tuned applications where tight attack, articulate high-end response, and controlled sustain are priorities. They are not voiced for jazz, blues, or folk music.
How do active pickups differ from passive ones?
Active pickups are powered by a battery, which eliminates microphonic feedback, ensures consistent output regardless of cable length or amp impedance, and delivers high output while maintaining clarity at high gain levels.
What skill level do I need to install these?
Installation is straightforward for intermediate to advanced players; the complete wiring harness and included components simplify the process, though soldering experience is helpful. The pickups are professionally designed and made in the USA for reliability.
How do these compare to other high-output active sets?
The GH pairing of an 81 bridge with an 89R neck is comparable to Seymour Duncan Blackouts and DiMarzio D-Activator sets. The 89R neck position provides more articulate, focused voicing than the standard 60, making it more responsive to dynamics across both positions.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $16 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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