What tunings and styles does the H2A-B work best for?

This pickup excels in blues, classic rock, and drop-tuned applications. The long shaft design accommodates deeper-set pickups without sacrificing output, making it well-suited for extended-range and alternate-tuning rigs. Warm midrange and extended high-end presence keep it balanced across both rhythm and lead work.

Will this fit my guitar, and what's included?

The H2A-B is a drop-in replacement for standard humbucker cavities with a pole piece spread of 0.388 inches. It comes with a 5-wire cable that allows series/parallel switching or coil tap combinations without needing additional wiring or outboard electronics.

Do I need a preamp or active electronics to use this pickup?

No. The H2A-B is fully passive and requires no onboard preamp or active circuitry. It delivers natural responsiveness and transparency through Alnico V magnet construction and passive operation alone.

How does this compare to active EMG pickups or other passive humbuckers?

Unlike active EMG models (81/85), the H2A-B is passive, offering greater tonal transparency and no battery dependency. It sits between vintage-style pickups and high-output designs, with an 8.40 kOhm DC resistance that balances articulation and warmth without the compressed attack of hot-output passives.

What's the DC resistance and output level?

The H2A-B has a DC resistance of 8.40 kOhm and inductance of 4.90 Henries, producing naturally warm, articulate tones with balanced harmonic output and extended high-end presence across the frequency spectrum.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

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EMG H2A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black

The EMG H2A-B is a passive neck-position humbucker engineered for players seeking warmth and clarity without onboard preamps. Built with Alnico V magnets, this pickup delivers smooth, responsive tones across the frequency spectrum while maintaining the articulation and note definition that passive designs provide. The long shaft design accommodates deeper-set pickups and drop-tuned applications without sacrificing output or magnetic saturation.

Tone & Magnetic Character

The Alnico V magnet construction produces a naturally warm midrange with extended high-end presence, supported by a DC resistance of 8.40 kOhm and inductance of 4.90 Henries. Dual resonant peaks at 2.12 kHz and 3.82 kHz ensure balanced harmonic output across rhythm and lead applications, making this pickup equally comfortable in classic rock, blues, and modern tunings.

Installation & Compatibility

Drop-in replacement for standard humbucker cavities with a pole piece spread of 0.388" (9.85mm). The 5-wire cable allows series/parallel switching or coil tap combinations, enabling tonal flexibility without additional wiring complexity or outboard electronics.

Key Features

Alnico V magnet construction for warm, articulate tone
DC Resistance: 8.40 kOhm
Inductance: 4.90 Henries
Primary Resonant Frequency: 2.12 kHz
Secondary Resonant Frequency: 3.82 kHz
Impedance at Resonance: 65.40 kOhm
Pole Piece Spread: 0.388" (9.85mm standard)
5-wire cable for series/parallel switching and coil combinations
Long shaft design for deep cavity and drop-tuned applications
Passive operation—no preamp or active electronics required
Standard humbucker-sized direct replacement
Black finish

A passive pickup built for stage reliability and tonal control. The H2A-B sits in your neck position with magnetic precision, delivering the response and transparency that working musicians depend on night after night. No batteries, no preamp complications—just direct signal from magnet to cable to amp.