What's the difference between this and a traditional single-coil pickup?

The EMG H houses a single-coil design inside a humbucking-sized format with electromagnetic shielding, eliminating 60-cycle noise while preserving the bright, articulate tone of a classic single-coil. Traditional single-coils are prone to hum; this design solves that problem without sacrificing the tonal character.

What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?

The EMG H excels in rock, blues, country, pop, and studio sessions. Its responsive, noise-free character is ideal for cutting leads and defined rhythm tones. It is not recommended for metal or djent styles, which typically require higher output and different tonal characteristics.

What's included in the package, and do I need to buy additional wiring components?

The pickup ships complete with a prewired split-shaft volume and tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, mounting screws, springs, and EMG's Quik-Connect cable. No additional components are needed for installation.

What skill level do I need to install this?

The EMG H is suitable for beginner through professional players. The included Quik-Connect cable and prewired controls simplify installation; a basic understanding of guitar wiring is helpful but the kit removes most sourcing and assembly work.

How does the Ivory finish and compact size look in a guitar?

The Ivory cover with gold logo and standardized humbucking housing dimensions integrate seamlessly into most instruments' aesthetics without requiring routing or major modifications.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

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EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory

The EMG H gives you the clarity and snap of a true single-coil voice without the hum that traditionally plagues the design. Its compact footprint and Ivory finish with gold logo integrate seamlessly into any instrument's aesthetic. This is a working pickup for players who demand articulate, noise-free performance across genres.

Design & Build Quality

A single-coil pickup housed in a humbucking format, the EMG H combines the tonal character of a classic single-coil with electromagnetic shielding that eliminates 60-cycle noise. The ceramic magnet construction provides a bright, responsive character suited to cutting leads and defined rhythm tones on stage and in the studio.

Installation & Integration

This model ships complete with everything needed for immediate installation: prewired split shaft volume and tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws, springs, and EMG's Quik-Connect cable for fast wiring. The standardized dimensions and included hardware mean professional setup without sourcing additional components—get it in your guitar and ready to gig.

Key Features

Single-coil pickup design inside humbucking housing
Ceramic magnet construction
Ivory cover with gold logo
Active electronics design (original noiseless single-coil concept debuted 1974)
Width: 4.00 inches
Height: 1.00 inch
Depth: 8.00 inches
Includes EMG Quik-Connect cable
Prewired split shaft volume and tone control set included
Output jack and battery clip set included
Mounting screws and springs included
Two-year manufacturer warranty

The EMG H solves the historic single-coil problem—noise—while preserving the tonal definition that made single-coils essential to electric guitar design. Live reliability and that cutting single-coil voice, no compromise.