EMG T-52 System Retro Active Single Coil Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6402
Description
EMG T-52 System Retro Active Single Coil Pickup Set
The EMG T-52 System delivers classic single-coil character with modern noise rejection, making it an ideal retrofit for players seeking vintage Fender-style tones without hum. This noiseless design maintains the articulate midrange and snappy response of traditional single coils while eliminating the 60 Hz interference that plagued earlier generations. The solderless connectors simplify installation on any compatible instrument.
Tone & Output Characteristics
Engineered with Alnico 5 in the bridge position and Alnico 2 in the neck, the T-52 produces distinctly voiced pickups across the frequency spectrum. The bridge pickup centers at 3.00 kHz for cutting highs and presence, while the neck pickup peaks at 4.50 kHz for warm, articulate lows—delivering medium output that balances clarity with vintage-style dynamics. Output measures 1.00 V per string and 3.00 V on full strums, paired with an extremely quiet -101 dB noise floor at 60 Hz.
Electronics & Power
This active system runs on a single 9-volt battery with exceptionally efficient power draw of just 1.3 mA at 9V, yielding approximately 450 hours of playing time per battery. The 3.1 kΩ output impedance ensures compatibility with standard guitar cables and amplifiers, while the solderless connectors eliminate the need for soldering during installation.
Key Features
- Bridge and Neck positions included
- Noiseless single-coil construction
- Medium output level
- Alnico 5 magnet (bridge pickup)
- Alnico 2 magnet (neck pickup)
- Bridge resonant frequency: 3.00 kHz
- Neck resonant frequency: 4.50 kHz
- Output noise: -101 dB at 60 Hz
- Solderless connectors for easy installation
- Powers from single 9-volt battery
- Battery life: 450 hours typical
- Made in USA
The T-52 System bridges the gap between vintage single-coil tone and stage-ready reliability. Swap out noisy pickups without the bench work, dial in that classic articulation live, and count on consistent performance night after night. Built for working musicians who refuse to sacrifice tone for a quiet signal path.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG T-52 System brings classic Fender single-coil snap and articulation to your gigging guitar without the 60 Hz hum that plagues vintage pickups. Designed for blues, country, rock, and indie players who need a stage-reliable retrofit with warm lows, cutting highs, and that signature midrange clarity, it pairs noiseless active electronics with solderless installation so you can get back to playing fast. Medium output and a 450-hour battery life per 9-volt cell make it a practical, low-maintenance choice for working musicians who refuse to compromise on vintage tone.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Blues, Country, Rock, Indie, Studio Sessions |
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| Tonal character | Articulate midrange, snappy single-coil response, cutting highs and presence, warm lows, noiseless |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these pickups fit my guitar, and do I need to solder them in?
The T-52 System uses solderless connectors, so installation is straightforward on any compatible single-coil instrument—no soldering required. Bridge and neck positions are both included in the set.
How long does the 9-volt battery last?
The battery provides approximately 450 hours of typical playing time per 9-volt cell, with power draw of just 1.3 mA. For most gigging and recording musicians, that translates to several months of regular use before replacement.
Are these pickups good for metal or djent?
No—the T-52 is voiced for blues, country, rock, indie, and studio work with a medium output level. The articulate, vintage single-coil character and noiseless design are optimized for those genres, not higher-gain metal or djent applications.
How does the T-52 compare to other noiseless single-coil pickups?
The T-52 uses Alnico magnets (5 in the bridge, 2 in the neck) engineered to center at 3.00 kHz (bridge) and 4.50 kHz (neck) for a warm, articulate tone with cutting presence. Its -101 dB noise floor and 450-hour battery life make it practical for live and studio use alongside alternatives like Fender Noiseless and Seymour Duncan SSL-1 designs.
What output level should I expect, and will it work with my amp?
The T-52 produces medium output (1.00 V per string, 3.00 V on full strums) with a 3.1 kΩ output impedance, making it fully compatible with standard guitar cables and amplifiers.
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 $15 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.
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