What genres and playing styles is the H1-N designed for?

The H1-N excels in blues, rock, hard rock, and vintage-influenced styles. Its balanced midrange and moderate compression are not optimized for metal or djent tones, so if you play extreme genres, this pickup may not deliver the aggression and saturation you need.

Do I need a battery or active power source to use this pickup?

No — the H1-N is fully passive, so it requires no battery, no preamp, and no external power. Just plug it in and play with the same reliability as any traditional humbucker.

Can I switch between single-coil and humbucker tones, or run series/parallel wiring?

Yes. The H1-N ships with a 5-wire connector that enables series/parallel switching and single/dual-coil tapping at your toggle switch without soldering or additional modification. Rewire at the switch to explore different tonal variations.

Will the H1-N fit my guitar and existing cavity?

The H1-N has a standard pole piece spread of 0.388 inches (9.85mm) and fits any Tune-o-matic bridge and standard humbucking-size cavity, making it a direct drop-in replacement for any humbucker-routed instrument.

What cable and connectors come in the box?

The pickup includes a 15-inch pickup cable and 5-wire connector for series/parallel and coil-tap wiring flexibility right out of the box.

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 Chrome

The EMG H1-N is a passively voiced humbucker for players who want classic humbucking tone without batteries or active electronics to manage. Built with over wound coils and ceramic magnets, this pickup delivers the balanced midrange and articulate response that cuts through live mixes and stays tight on stage. The chrome finish adds visual appeal while maintaining full electrical performance across any wiring configuration.

Electrical Characteristics & Tone

This pickup operates with a DC resistance of 13.65 kOhm and 7.15 Henries inductance, yielding a resonant frequency of 1.65 kHz when loaded with standard 500K volume and tone controls. The impedance at resonance reaches 74.00 kOhm under those same conditions, ensuring balanced output with moderate compression and organic sustain. This electrical profile works across blues, rock, and vintage-influenced material — proven territory for gigging musicians.

Installation & Wiring Flexibility

The pickup ships with a 5-wire connector and 15-inch pickup cable, enabling series/parallel switching or single/dual-coil tapping without additional modification. Its standard pole piece spread of 0.388 inches (9.85mm) fits Tune-o-matic bridges and makes this a direct replacement for any humbucking-size cavity. No soldering required to access tonal variations — rewire at the switch or toggle and dial in the sound you need before the gig.

Key Features

Passive design — no power source or battery required
DC Resistance: 13.65 kOhm
Inductance: 7.15 Henries (series wired)
Resonant Frequency: 1.65 kHz (500K load)
Resonant Frequency: 3.12 kHz (1 MegOhm/47pf load)
Impedance at Resonance: 74.00 kOhm (500K load)
Over wound coils with ceramic magnets
5-wire connectors for series/parallel and coil-tap switching
15-inch (30cm) pickup cable included
Standard pole piece spread: 0.388" (9.85mm) for Tune-o-matic compatibility
Direct replacement for humbucking-size pickups
Chrome finish

The H1-N combines straightforward passive operation with wiring versatility, making it a reliable choice for players who value tonal flexibility and want the simplicity of a no-maintenance pickup that just works night after night.