Do I need soldering skills to install this?

No. The EMG T System is completely solderless with 2-wire plus battery connectivity; installation requires only basic cable connections and no iron. All pots, switch, jacks, and cables are included in the box.

How long does a single 9V battery last?

One 9V battery provides approximately 1500 hours of use—roughly nine months of regular playing. The system draws only 160 microamps at 9V, and you can stack multiple batteries up to 27 Volts DC for extended headroom.

What output level does this deliver to an amp or interface?

The pickups generate 1.00V per string and 3.00V on full strum with a 10 Kohm output impedance, ensuring clean signal transfer to any amplifier or recording interface. The ultra-low noise floor is -101 dB at 60 Hz.

Is this set good for blues or traditional jazz?

This system is optimized for articulate, controlled tone with high output and tight midrange—best suited for home recording, practice, and studio sessions. It is not recommended for traditional jazz or blues playing styles.

What comes in the box?

The complete package includes the pickup set in ivory finish, 25k volume pot, 25k tone pot, stereo output jack, 3-way selector switch, pickup cables, connect cables, output cable, battery cable, and all hardware needed for installation.

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. On this item that is roughly $16 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. 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 T System Active Prewired Pickup Set in Ivory

The EMG T System is a complete, ready-to-install active pickup solution engineered for players who want exceptional clarity and controlled output without the complexity of traditional wiring. This ivory finish set combines Alnico V single-coil performance with EMG's proven active circuit, offering plug-and-play installation that eliminates soldering entirely.

Active Electronics & Output

The system generates 1.00V per string and 3.00V on full strum, with an exceptionally low noise floor of -101 dB at 60 Hz. At just 160 microamps draw at 9V, battery life reaches 1500 hours—roughly nine months of regular use on a single cell. The 10 Kohm output impedance ensures clean signal transfer to any amp or interface, while the 27 Volts DC maximum supply allows stacking multiple 9V batteries for extended headroom and consistent on-stage performance.

Installation & Included Hardware

Every component needed for installation arrives ready to connect: completely solderless architecture means no iron required, just two-wire plus battery connectivity. The package includes a 25k volume pot, 25k tone pot, stereo output jack, 3-way selector switch, plus dedicated pickup cables, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable—everything you need for a reliable gig-ready setup.

Key Features

Single-coil, SS configuration with Alnico V magnet
Active circuit design with 1.00V string output, 3.00V strum output
Resonant Frequency: 4.50 KHz (Neck), 3.50 KHz (Bridge)
Ultra-low noise floor: -101 dB at 60 Hz
Output Impedance: 10 Kohm
Maximum Supply: 27 Volts DC
Current draw: 160 microamps at 9V
Battery Life: 1500 hours per cell
Completely solderless, 2-wire plus battery connectivity
Full wiring harness included: pots, switch, jack, and all cables
Ivory finish
Package dimensions: 10"L x 3"W x 8"H

This system delivers professional active tone with genuine ease of installation—no soldering skills, no guesswork, just straightforward connection and play.