What's included with the EMG H2-N?

The pickup ships with volume and tone potentiometers, a mono output jack, pickup cable, connect/output/ground cables, and complete mounting hardware. You'll have everything needed for installation.

Can I use this pickup for jazz or blues?

The H2-N is optimized for rock, metal, and hard rock; it's not designed for jazz or folk styles. Its articulate highs and midrange focus are engineered for high-gain and driven contexts rather than warm, smooth jazz tones.

How does the 5-wire quick-connect output work?

The 5-wire design allows installers to configure the pickup in multiple ways—coil splits, series/parallel modes, and other combinations—so you can tailor the tone to your specific guitar and amp setup without rewiring.

Is the fully shielded design important for my gigging setup?

Yes; full shielding rejects 60-cycle hum and environmental noise, which is essential for consistent, clean performance on stage or in the studio, especially in high-gain situations where noise becomes more apparent.

How does the H2-N compare to active EMG pickups?

The H2-N is passive—no battery required—and delivers balanced output with modern shielding and flexible wiring. It offers the reliability and simplicity of passive design while maintaining the articulation and noise rejection you'd expect from EMG engineering.

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 H2-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome

The EMG H2-N is a passive humbucker built for gigging musicians who need balanced output, clarity, and dependable performance across setlists. Whether you're laying down rhythm parts or trading solos, this ceramic-magnet design delivers defined highs and controlled lows without coloration. The fully shielded construction eliminates hum and interference—critical when you're on a packed stage or dealing with spotty venue grounding. The brushed chrome finish looks sharp under stage lights and ages well with road wear.

Tone & Electrical Characteristics

The H2-N's 8.4 kOhm DC resistance and 4.53 Henries inductance establish a midrange-focused voicing with natural compression that sits solidly in a mix. Dual resonant frequencies at 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz create a smooth, articulate response that cuts through without harshness—ideal for both punchy rhythm work and singing lead tones that project in live settings.

Construction & Reliability

The pickup features full shielding to reject 60-cycle hum and environmental noise, ensuring consistent performance whether you're rehearsing in a basement or playing a festival stage with nearby digital equipment. A 5-wire quick-connect output gives you and your tech the flexibility to configure coil splits or series/parallel wiring on the fly, adapting tone to different rooms or setups without breaking down the electronics.

Key Features

Ceramic magnet construction
DC Resistance: 8.4 kOhm
Inductance: 4.53 Henries
Resonant Frequency: 2225 Hz and 4000 Hz
Impedance at Resonance: 63.3 kOhm
Fully shielded for noise reduction
5-wire quick-connect output with multiple wiring options
Brushed Chrome finish
Includes volume and tone potentiometers
Mono output jack included
Pickup cable and connect/output/ground cables supplied
Complete mounting hardware provided

The EMG H2-N is a workhorse passive pickup: solid tone, rock-solid shielding, flexible wiring, and the kind of no-nonsense reliability that keeps you playing night after night without surprises.