EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black Chrome
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG4159
Description
EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black Chrome
The EMG H2-B is a ceramic-magnet passive humbucker engineered for bridge-position installations on guitars where articulate, balanced midrange response and traditional passive operation are preferred. Its compact design integrates cleanly into most standard humbucker cavities, delivering the clarity and reliability of a passive design with EMG's refined construction standards—no active circuitry or battery dependence required.
Tone & Electrical Character
With a DC resistance of 8.4 kOhm and inductance of 4.53 Henries, this pickup produces well-defined harmonic content across dual resonant frequencies at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz. The impedance peak of 63.3 kOhm at resonance ensures strong output and cutting midrange presence—ideal for rock, metal, and high-gain applications where note articulation cuts through the mix on stage and translates reliably across different venues and amp combinations.
Installation & Compatibility
The solderless install system includes all necessary components: dual 500K potentiometers (volume and tone), a mono output jack, dual pickup bus connectors, mounting hardware, and interconnect cables. This bridge-position humbucker with standard spacing and short shaft fits most modern electric guitars designed for dual-pickup configurations, allowing straightforward swaps and modifications without extensive rewiring.
Key Features
- Ceramic magnet construction for consistent, defined output
- DC Resistance: 8.4 kOhm
- Inductance: 4.53 Henries
- Resonant Frequency: 2225 Hz primary / 4000 Hz secondary
- Impedance at Resonance: 63.3 kOhm
- Bridge-position humbucker with standard spacing and short shaft
- Solderless install system with 500K volume and tone potentiometers
- Includes mono output jack, dual pickup bus, mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, and output/ground leads
- Black Chrome finish for visual integration on dark-bodied instruments
- Passive design—no batteries or active circuitry required
The H2-B delivers passive humbucker performance with professional EMG quality, road-ready reliability, and a complete, hassle-free installation package.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG H2-B is a passive ceramic-magnet humbucker built for rock and metal players who want articulate, cutting midrange without active electronics. Its dual resonant frequencies and high impedance peak deliver well-defined note separation and presence that cuts through high-gain rigs on stage. The solderless install system with all necessary pots, cables, and hardware makes it a drop-in upgrade for most standard humbucker cavities.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Rock, Metal, Hard Rock, High-Gain Applications |
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| Tonal character | Articulate midrange, balanced harmonic content, cutting presence, well-defined output, ceramic clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What positions does the H2-B fit?
The H2-B is a bridge-position humbucker with standard spacing and short shaft, designed to fit most modern electric guitars with dual-pickup configurations and standard humbucker cavities.
Do I need batteries or active circuitry?
No—the H2-B is fully passive. It requires no batteries, external power, or active electronics; just ceramic-magnet construction with standard potentiometers for volume and tone control.
What's included in the installation kit?
The solderless install system includes dual 500K potentiometers, a mono output jack, dual pickup bus connectors, mounting hardware, screws, springs, pickup cable, and output/ground leads—everything you need to drop it in.
Is this pickup suitable for blues or jazz?
The H2-B is engineered for rock, metal, and high-gain applications where articulate midrange and cutting presence are priorities; its tone character is less suited to blues and jazz styles that typically favor warmer, smoother harmonic response.
How does the H2-B compare to active EMG pickups?
The H2-B is passive, so it doesn't require batteries or active circuitry; it delivers EMG's refined construction and clarity through ceramic magnets and dual resonant frequencies at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz, ideal for players who prefer passive designs with strong 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.
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