Do I need a battery or power supply for this pickup?

No. The H2A-N is fully passive and requires no onboard electronics or batteries. It works with any standard guitar wiring and amplifier setup.

What does the 5-wire cable do?

The 5-wire cable enables series/parallel switching and individual coil combinations, giving you tonal options beyond standard humbucker operation. This means you can reshape the pickup's voice without hardware mods.

Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?

The H2A-N is voiced for rock, metal, and hard rock. Its articulate highs, punchy lows, and focused midrange are not optimized for jazz or folk applications.

What's included in the box?

The pickup includes a 5-wire cable for coil switching, the EMG Solderless Install System with 500k potentiometers, and all necessary installation cables. You do not need to solder.

Will this pickup fit my guitar?

The H2A-N has a standard pole spread of 0.388 inches (9.85mm) and product dimensions of 2.75 x 2.38 x 6 inches. It integrates seamlessly into most guitar cavities, but confirm your guitar's cavity size before purchasing if you have an unusual or vintage instrument.

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 H2A-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome

The EMG H2A-N is a passive humbucker that delivers articulate, controlled output without requiring onboard electronics or batteries. Built around an Alnico V magnet, this pickup balances clarity with warmth, making it equally at home in rock, metal, and traditional voiced applications. The brushed black chrome finish provides a refined aesthetic while the compact dimensions integrate seamlessly into most guitar cavities.

Tonal Character & Electrical Performance

With a DC resistance of 8.40 kOhm and inductance of 4.90 Henries, the H2A-N produces a focused midrange response centered around its 1st resonant frequency of 2.12 KHz and 2nd resonant frequency of 3.82 KHz. The impedance at resonance of 65.4 kOhm ensures responsive interaction with tube amplifiers and pedal chains, yielding articulate highs and punchy lows without excessive noise—ideal for cutting through live mixes and maintaining definition in packed rooms.

Installation & Wiring Flexibility

This pickup ships with a 5-wire cable that enables series/parallel switching or individual coil combinations, giving you tonal shaping options beyond standard humbucker operation. The included EMG Solderless Install System comes with 500k potentiometers and all necessary cables, making quick swaps and repairs straightforward whether you're doing a direct replacement or customizing your rig on the road.

Key Features

Magnet Type: Alnico V
DC Resistance: 8.40 kOhm
Inductance: 4.90 Henries
1st Resonant Frequency: 2.12 KHz
2nd Resonant Frequency: 3.82 KHz
Impedance at Resonance: 65.4 kOhm
Pole Spread (Standard): 0.388" (9.85mm)
Product Dimensions: 2.75 x 2.38 x 6 inches
5-wire cable for series/parallel switching and coil combinations
Includes EMG Solderless Install System with 500k pots and cables
Finish: Brushed Black Chrome
Passive design — no batteries or active circuitry required

The H2A-N delivers classic passive humbucker character with modern flexibility, making it a dependable choice for gigging musicians and players seeking clean tone and reliable performance without onboard power requirements.