Do I need to solder this pickup into my guitar?

No. The EMG HA ships with a solderless install system and includes a prewired split-shaft volume/tone control set and Quik-Connect cable, so you can install and remove it without any permanent modification to your instrument.

Will this pickup eliminate hum when I play?

Yes. The single-coil pickup is housed inside a humbucking form factor specifically to reject 60-cycle hum while preserving the bright, articulate tone of a single-coil design.

What's included in the box?

The package includes the pickup with long-shaft configuration, split-shaft volume/tone control set, Quik-Connect cable, output jack, battery clip set, mounting screws, and springs.

Is this pickup suitable for home recording and studio work?

Yes. The EMG HA is designed for home recording and studio sessions, delivering bright, responsive tone with low noise and consistent active output that records cleanly.

Does this pickup require a battery?

Yes. The EMG HA uses active electronics powered by battery, which provides consistent output and a low-impedance signal path for cleaner, quieter operation.

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 Long Shaft Active Single Coil Pickup in Ivory

The EMG HA delivers single-coil articulation and snap in a humbucking housing, eliminating the 60-cycle hum that derails live performance. Built around active electronics and EMG's solderless system, this long-shaft pickup installs fast and plays immediately—perfect for touring musicians who need reliable tone without downtime. The ivory finish suits both vintage and modern rigs.

Design & Installation

The single-coil design housed in a humbucking form factor gives you the bright, responsive attack of a single coil while killing the hum that catches you on stage. The solderless install system means you drop this in, connect the Quik-Connect cable, and go—no soldering iron needed, and no permanent mods if you need to swap it out later. The included split shaft volume/tone control set eliminates custom wiring; everything you need ships with the pickup.

Active Electronics & Output

This is an active pickup powered by battery, delivering a consistent, low-impedance signal that stands up in a full mix and cuts through a PA without breakup. The split shaft controls sit right at the instrument, letting you sculpt volume and tone on the fly during a set without reaching for a pedalboard.

Key Features

Single-coil pickup inside humbucking housing design
Alnico magnet
Active electronics powered by battery
Long shaft configuration
Solderless install system
Ivory cover finish
Includes split shaft volume/tone control set
Quik-Connect cable included
Output jack included
Battery clip set included
Mounting screws and springs included
Dimensions: 6 × 4 × 4 inches

The EMG HA is built for gigging musicians who demand clean, articulate single-coil character, hum-free reliability, and zero downtime in the shop. Install it and trust it.

Best suited for	Home Recording, Studio Sessions, Practice
Tonal character	Bright, articulate, hum-free, responsive, low noise
Less specialized for	Traditional Jazz, Acoustic Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional