Do these pickups require batteries or active electronics?

No. The Revelation set is fully passive, meaning they deliver their tone without batteries, active circuitry, or any external power source. Simply install and play.

Will these pickups work in my guitar?

Yes, if your guitar has a standard dual-humbucker cavity (HH configuration). The solderless 4-wire plus shield design fits any guitar built for passive humbuckers in that layout.

What genres and playing styles are these pickups designed for?

The Revelation set excels in blues, rock, classic metal, jazz, and studio sessions. They are not optimized for extreme metal or djent, where higher output and more aggressive presence are typical demands.

How do the neck and bridge pickups differ?

The neck pickup (250 Gauss, 13.8 kΩ) is warmer and more full-bodied, while the bridge pickup (300 Gauss, 13.5 kΩ) is brighter and more articulate. This balance ensures even response across both positions without muddiness or shrillness.

Do I need to solder these pickups in?

No. The solderless connectivity means you can connect them to your guitar's wiring harness without a soldering iron, making installation straightforward for most players.

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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $17 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.

EMG Revelation Passive Humbucker Pickup Set in Brushed Gold

The EMG Revelation passive humbucker set delivers classic warmth and articulation without the need for active circuitry or batteries. Built on Alnico 2 magnets, these pickups offer a balanced, vintage-leaning response that works equally well in traditional and modern setups. The solderless connectivity makes installation straightforward, while the covered construction protects the coils and maintains aesthetic consistency.

Tone & Electrical Character

The Revelation set pairs a warm, full-bodied neck pickup (250 Gauss, 13.8 kΩ) with a brighter, more articulate bridge unit (300 Gauss, 13.5 kΩ). The slightly higher bridge resistance and gauss rating ensure balanced output across the pair, while the inductance and resonant frequency values position these pickups in a midrange-forward tonal sweet spot—ideal for blues, rock, and classic metal without excessive shrillness or muddiness. On stage, this voice sits well in a mix and responds predictably to amp gain and EQ adjustments.

Installation & Reliability

Solderless construction eliminates complex wiring, making these pickups accessible to players who want quick swaps or prefer to avoid soldering altogether. The 4-wire plus shield configuration provides hum rejection and flexibility in wiring schemes, while the standard humbucker format suits any guitar with a dual-humbucker cavity. No batteries to monitor or replace means one less thing to worry about before a gig.

Key Features

Magnet Type: Alnico 2 (neck and bridge)
Gauss Rating: 250 (neck) / 300 (bridge)
DC Resistance: 13.8 kΩ (neck) / 13.5 kΩ (bridge)
Inductance: 8.00 H (neck) / 7.16 H (bridge)
Resonant Frequency: 3.25 kHz / Q 1.25 (neck) — 3.41 kHz / Q 1.36 (bridge)
Impedance at Resonance: 78.4 kΩ (neck) / 112.5 kΩ (bridge)
Configuration: Humbucker set (HH), 6-string
Conductors: 4-wire plus shield
Covering: Covered coils
Connectivity: Solderless
Active/Passive: Passive (no battery required)
Finish: Brushed Gold

These pickups combine passive simplicity with refined electrical balance, making them a dependable choice for gigging musicians seeking warm, articulate tones without active electronics or the upkeep that comes with them.

Best suited for	Blues, Rock, Classic Metal, Jazz, Studio Sessions
Tonal character	Warm, full-bodied, articulate, vintage-leaning, midrange-forward
Less specialized for	Extreme Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional