Will the HAX fit my guitar?

The HAX uses a humbucker-sized housing, so it fits guitars designed for standard humbuckers or dual-coil pickups. It does not fit traditional single-coil cavities (Stratocaster or Telecaster routes). Installation requires the guitar to have a humbucker cavity and standard electronics cavity for the battery bus and jack.

Do I need to solder anything?

No. The EMG solderless quick-connect installation system eliminates soldering—all connections use plug-and-play cables. The package includes everything needed: volume potentiometer, active tone control, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all required cables.

What tone should I expect?

You get bright, articulate, cutting single-coil character without hum. The Alnico magnet and onboard X preamp maintain responsive dynamics from delicate picking to aggressive attack, making it well-suited to modern rock, indie, and studio sessions. It is not designed for traditional jazz or blues styles.

How does this compare to other noiseless single-coils?

The HAX differs from passive noiseless options (like Seymour Duncan Duckbucker or DiMarzio Area T) by using active electronics for consistent output and frequency response. The active circuitry and variable low-pass filter offer more tonal control and reliability across dynamic playing, at the trade-off of requiring a 9V battery.

What skill level is this for?

The solderless installation makes it accessible to beginners, but intermediate and advanced players benefit from the active tone shaping and modern tonal versatility. Professional session and live players can rely on its noise-free operation and consistent output in recording and performance contexts.

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 HAX Active Single Coil Pickup in White

The EMG HAX delivers the clarity and snap of a single-coil design without the hum—a rare combination that appeals to players seeking articulate, modern tones with vintage character. The compact humbucker-sized housing fits seamlessly into guitars designed for standard pickups, making this an elegant retrofit solution for gigging musicians wanting single-coil definition with the reliability that active electronics bring to a stage.

Tone & Electronics

Built around an Alnico magnet and paired with EMG's onboard X preamp, this pickup produces noiseless operation while maintaining the bright, cutting response single-coil players demand. The active electronics ensure consistent output and frequency response across a wide range of playing dynamics, from delicate articulation to aggressive picking—crucial for live performance where signal integrity matters.

Installation & Setup

The solderless installation system eliminates the need for wiring expertise, allowing a quick swap into most guitars without downtime before a gig. The package includes a 25k volume potentiometer, active tone control with VLPF (variable low-pass filter), battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables—everything required for a plug-and-play installation.

Key Features

Single-coil pickup design in humbucker-sized housing
Alnico magnet construction
Onboard X preamp for active signal conditioning
Noiseless operation
White finish
Solderless quick-connect installation system
Includes 25k volume potentiometer
Active tone control with variable low-pass filter (VLPF)
Battery bus and stereo output jack included
Complete mounting hardware and cables provided

The HAX in white strikes an uncommon balance between single-coil character and active-circuit reliability, delivering the tonal response players expect with the noise rejection and consistency a working musician needs in the field.