What comes in the box?

The pickup includes EMG's Quik-Connect cable, a prewired split shaft volume and tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, mounting screws, and springs—everything needed for a complete installation.

Does this pickup fit my humbucker cavity?

Yes. The HA is housed in a humbucker-sized format and installs seamlessly into standard humbucker routing without modification.

Can I use this in the neck and bridge, or just one position?

The HA is versatile enough for both neck and bridge positions on six-string guitars, so you can choose where it best serves your tone.

How does this compare to a traditional single coil?

The HA delivers the articulate highs, snap, and dynamic character of a vintage single coil (via its Alnico magnet and 3.7 kHz resonant frequency) but eliminates hum through active circuitry, making it studio-silent without sacrificing tone.

Is this suitable for metal?

The HA excels in studio sessions, home recording, and gigging across most genres, but is not designed for heavy metal or thrash metal applications.

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 HA Active Single Coil Pickup in White

The EMG HA delivers single-coil clarity and articulation in a compact humbucker-sized housing, eliminating the noise floor that typically plagues traditional single coils. This active pickup excels on stages where players demand vintage-style responsiveness without hum, making it ideal for both neck and bridge installations on six-string instruments.

Tone & Electronics

Engineered with an Alnico magnet and a resonant frequency of 3.7 kHz, the HA captures the harmonic definition and snap of a true single coil while the active circuitry ensures a silent, noise-free signal path. This combination produces articulate highs, open midrange, and tight lows—essential for cutting through a mix without sacrificing the dynamic character that players associate with single-coil design.

Installation & Compatibility

The noiseless active design fits seamlessly into humbucker routing without modification, and the package includes everything needed for a complete installation: EMG's exclusive Quik-Connect cable, prewired split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws, and springs. Versatility across neck and bridge positions means a single HA can cover either role depending on your tonal needs.

Key Features

Noiseless active single coil pickup in humbucker housing
Alnico magnet construction
Resonant frequency: 3.7 kHz
Suitable for neck and bridge positions on 6-string guitars
Includes EMG Quik-Connect cable
Prewired split shaft volume/tone control set included
Output jack included
Battery clip set, screws, and springs included
Dimensions: 6 × 4 × 4 inches
White finish

The HA bridges the gap between vintage single-coil tone and modern noise-free performance, arriving ready to install with all necessary components.