Will this pickup work with my guitar's existing wiring?

The H1-N fits standard tune-o-matic bridge spacing with its 0.388" pole piece spread. The included 5-wire cable supports series/parallel switching, so you can experiment with two tonal modes; internal rewiring is not required for basic installation.

Do I need to install a battery or power supply?

No. The H1-N is fully passive—it requires no external power, batteries, or active circuitry. You get ceramic magnet reliability with no ongoing maintenance.

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

The H1-N excels in classic rock, hard rock, blues, metal, and progressive styles. Its balanced articulation and enhanced output make it less ideal for ambient or experimental noise work.

How does the series/parallel switching change the tone?

Series mode (1.65 kHz resonance) delivers thicker, more cohesive tones, while parallel mode (3.12 kHz) produces a brighter, more focused response. The 5-wire cable lets you switch between these on the fly without rewiring.

What is the brushed black chrome finish?

Brushed black chrome is a cosmetic treatment that gives the pickup a refined, modern appearance while maintaining standard performance and durability.

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 H1-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome

The EMG H1-N is a solid passive humbucker built to deliver articulate, balanced tone on stage night after night. Over-wound coils and ceramic magnet construction give you the responsiveness of a traditional design with modern clarity and definition—no batteries, no hassle, just reliable performance across any genre you throw at it.

Electrical Characteristics

A DC resistance of 13.65 kOhm paired with 7.15 Henries inductance puts this pickup in the sweet spot between vintage warmth and modern articulation. The dual resonant frequencies—1.65 kHz in series mode and 3.12 kHz in parallel mode—let you dial in either thicker, more cohesive tones or brighter, more focused response depending on your wiring configuration, giving you real tonal range from a single pickup.

Design & Specifications

The included 5-wire cable enables series/parallel switching, giving you tonal flexibility without requiring internal rewiring. Fitted with a 0.388" (9.85mm) pole piece spread optimized for tune-o-matic bridge spacing, the pickup integrates seamlessly into standard guitar configurations while maintaining precise string-to-coil alignment for consistent live performance.

Key Features

Ceramic magnet construction
Over-wound coils for enhanced output and definition
DC Resistance: 13.65 kOhm
Inductance: 7.15 Henries
Resonant Frequency (Series): 1.65 kHz
Resonant Frequency (Parallel): 3.12 kHz
Impedance at Resonance (Series): 74.00 kOhm
Pole Piece Spread: 0.388" (9.85mm) for tune-o-matic bridges
5-wire cable with series/parallel switching capability
Brushed black chrome finish
Passive design—no batteries or external power required
Available in short or long shaft configurations

The H1-N combines passive reliability with measurable tonal versatility, making it the kind of workhorse pickup that handles sessions, gigs, and studio work without compromise.