What's included in the EMG SV set?

The set includes bridge, middle, and neck pickups, three EMG Quik-Connect cables, a prewired control assembly with volume and dual tone controls, a 5-way selector switch, output jack, battery clip, and all necessary hardware for installation.

Will these pickups eliminate hum?

Yes. The integrated active preamp achieves an output noise floor below -115 dBV, delivering virtually silent operation—a major advantage over passive single coils in high-gain scenarios and studio tracking where background noise matters.

How long do the batteries last?

Current draw is 660 microamps at 9V, which is lower than many high-output active designs and provides extended battery life compared to competing active systems.

What tone character should I expect?

The SV delivers tight lows, articulate mids, and punchy character with focused midrange presence. The Alnico V magnets and staggered pole pieces are centered at 3.20 kHz for clarity and definition without the thin character of some active designs.

What genres and playing styles are these best suited for?

These pickups excel in studio sessions, high-gain playing, and extended-range applications where clarity and hum-free performance are priorities. They are less ideal for traditional jazz or vintage tone purists seeking passive single-coil authenticity.

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 $19 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 SV Active Single Coil Pickup Set in Black

The EMG SV brings articulate single-coil bite and presence to the stage without the hum that haunts passive designs. Built around active electronics, this set locks in tight, focused tone with the output consistency and noise floor you need for live reliability—staggered pole pieces track cleanly across the fretboard while delivering the midrange punch that cuts through a full band mix.

Tone & Electronics

Powered by Alnico V magnets and staggered Alnico V pole pieces, these pickups peak at 3.20 kHz for articulate, punchy response on stage. The integrated preamp achieves an output noise floor below -115 dBV, delivering 0.7V RMS and 1.0V peak output with virtually silent operation—a critical edge over passive single coils when you're playing loud venues, high-gain rigs, or recording without unwanted noise contamination.

Installation & System

The set ships fully configured with three EMG Quik-Connect cables, a prewired control assembly featuring volume and dual tone controls, a 5-way selection switch, output jack, battery clip, and all necessary hardware. Current draw runs at 660 microamps @ 9V, stretching battery life on the road compared to power-hungry active designs, while the 5.0 kΩ output impedance ensures clean signal delivery to any amp, mixer, or interface without coloration.

Key Features

Staggered Alnico V pole pieces for responsive, even string articulation
Alnico 5 magnets for focused midrange and clarity
Resonant frequency: 3.20 kHz
RMS output voltage: 0.7V
Peak output voltage: 1.0V
Output noise: -115 dBV (active preamp noise floor below -100 dBV)
Output impedance: 5.0 kΩ
Current draw: 660 microamps @ 9V
Three EMG Quik-Connect cables included
Prewired control set with volume, 2-tone controls, 5-way switch, jack, and battery clip
Bridge, Middle, and Neck position configuration
Manufactured in the United States

This active single-coil set combines silent operation with genuine single-coil definition, making it a dependable choice for gigging musicians who demand hum-free performance without sacrificing the cutting, articulate tone that defines the character.

Best suited for	Studio Sessions, Home Recording, High-Gain, Extended Range
Tonal character	Tight low end, articulate mids, punchy character, hum-free, focused midrange
Less specialized for	Traditional Jazz, Vintage Tone Purists (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional