Will this pickup fit my guitar?

The EMG HA is housed in a standard humbucker-size format, so it fits any guitar with a humbucker cavity. Installation uses EMG's solderless system and includes all required electronics (battery bus, volume/tone potentiometers, stereo output jack, and mounting hardware).

How long does the battery last?

Battery life is approximately 600 hours at 9V supply. The pickup also supports supply voltages up to 27V DC for extended headroom if you prefer higher voltage operation.

Does this pickup eliminate hum in noisy environments?

Yes—the active circuit achieves an output noise floor of −101 dB @ 60 Hz, effectively eliminating electromagnetic interference and hum that plagues passive single coils while preserving tonal nuance and clarity.

How does the EMG HA compare to passive single coils?

The HA delivers single-coil articulation and string separation but with the noise rejection of active circuitry. Its 4.05 kHz resonant frequency emphasizes upper-midrange articulation and definition, making it ideal for studio sessions, home recording, live performance, and extended-range playing.

What output level should I expect?

Output is 1.00 V per single string and 3.00 V on a full strum, with responsive dynamics and an exceptionally low noise floor. Output impedance is 10 Kohm and current draw is 400 microamps at 9V.

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.

EMG HA Active Single Coil Pickup in Brushed Chrome

The EMG HA delivers single-coil clarity and snap in a compact humbucker housing, bridging the gap between vintage response and modern noise rejection. Its active design produces articulate highs and controlled lows without the hum that plagues passive single coils, making it ideal for players who demand definition without compromise. The brushed chrome finish adds visual distinction while the noiseless circuit ensures studio-grade cleanliness in live and recorded applications.

Tone & Electronics

Built around an Alnico magnet and active circuitry, this pickup achieves a 4.05 kHz resonant frequency that emphasizes upper-midrange articulation and string separation. Output sits at 1.00 V per single string and 3.00 V full strum, delivering responsive dynamics with an exceptionally low noise floor of −101 dB at 60 Hz—effectively eliminating electromagnetic interference while preserving tonal nuance.

Design & Practicality

The solderless installation system simplifies retrofit work, while the included 25k volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, and mounting hardware provide a complete signal chain. Battery life runs approximately 600 hours at 9V, with support for supply voltages up to 27V DC for extended headroom in high-output applications.

Key Features

Single-coil design in humbucker housing
Active pickup with noiseless operation
Alnico magnet construction
Resonant frequency: 4.05 kHz
Output voltage: 1.00 V (single string) / 3.00 V (strum)
Output noise: −101 dB @ 60 Hz
Output impedance: 10 Kohm
Current draw: 400 microamps @ 9V
Battery life: 600 hours
Maximum supply voltage: 27V DC
Includes 25k volume pot, 25k tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, and mounting hardware
Solderless installation system

The EMG HA combines single-coil articulation with active-circuit reliability and noise rejection, delivering transparent high-end response in a format that fits standard humbucker cavities.

Best suited for	Studio Sessions, Home Recording, Live Performance, Extended Range
Tonal character	Articulate highs, single-coil clarity, controlled lows, noiseless, string separation
Less specialized for	Traditional Jazz, Vintage Tone Purists (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional