Will this pickup fit my guitar?

The EMG HA uses a standard humbucker footprint, so it installs directly into any existing humbucker cavity without routing. The long-shaft configuration is designed for direct integration with volume and tone controls; the included prewired 25K split control set simplifies wiring.

What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?

The EMG HA excels in studio sessions, live performance, and touring applications where articulate midrange and cut-through are priorities. Its high output and low noise make it ideal for rock, metal, and contemporary styles; it is not designed for traditional jazz or vintage-focused tones.

How does active circuitry affect tone and practicality?

Active design provides consistent signal strength and minimal hum across a wide range of dynamics, eliminating traditional single-coil noise issues. Battery life is approximately 600 hours per 9V cell at 400 microamps current draw, making it practical for touring and session work.

What is included in the box?

The package includes the pickup, Quik-Connect cable, prewired 25K split control set, output jack, battery clip, mounting hardware (screws and springs), and documentation. All electronics and integration components are included.

How does the EMG HA compare to traditional single-coil pickups?

Unlike passive single-coils, the EMG HA uses active electronics to eliminate hum while delivering high output and a tight, articulate signal. Its 4.05 kHz resonance sits in the presence peak for cutting clarity, and its humbucker housing size makes it a direct retrofit into modern instruments.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

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EMG HA Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Chrome

The EMG HA delivers articulate, cutting single-coil character in a compact humbucker-sized housing, making it an ideal retrofit for players seeking high-output clarity without traditional coil hum. Its active design provides consistent signal strength and low noise across a wide range of playing dynamics, appealing to session musicians and touring professionals who demand reliability.

Tone & Electronics

This active single coil operates with a resonant frequency of 4.05 kHz, positioning it in the presence peak for articulate midrange and cut-through capability onstage. The -101 dBV noise floor at 60 Hz and 10 kΩ output impedance ensure a clean signal with minimal interference, while 400 microamps current draw at 9V yields approximately 600 hours of battery life from a single cell—critical for road-tested gigging rigs.

Design & Integration

The pickup uses Alnico magnets housed in a standard humbucker footprint, allowing straightforward installation in existing cavities. Its long shaft volume/tone control configuration provides hands-on tonal shaping, while the included Quik-Connect cable, prewired 25K split control set, output jack, battery clip, and mounting hardware streamline the installation process for both DIY builders and working techs.

Key Features

Active single-coil design in humbucker housing
Alnico magnet construction
Resonant frequency: 4.05 kHz
Output noise: -101 dBV (60 Hz)
Output impedance: 10 kΩ
Current draw: 400 microamps @ 9V
Battery life: 600 hours
Maximum supply voltage: 27V DC
Long shaft configuration for direct control integration
Includes Quik-Connect cable and prewired 25K control set
Includes output jack, battery clip set, screws, and springs
Dimensions: 6 × 4 × 4 inches

The EMG HA combines single-coil bite with active-circuit reliability and low noise, delivering a workhorse pickup built for gigs, sessions, and the road.