Do I need to solder anything to install this pickup set?

No—the TX System is completely solderless. Installation requires only cable connections and a 9-volt battery; no soldering skills needed.

How long does the 9-volt battery last?

A standard 9V battery provides approximately 1,500 hours of continuous operation. The system also supports optional higher-voltage supplies up to 27V DC if you want extended runtime.

What tone character should I expect from these pickups?

The Alnico V magnets paired with the X preamp deliver articulate, transparent output with low noise and high clarity—modern active character that works well for recording, gigging, and studio sessions but is not voiced for traditional jazz or folk.

What's included in the box?

The set includes pickup cables, connect cables, output cable, battery cable, a 25k volume potentiometer, 25k active tone pot, stereo output jack, 3-way selector switch, and all necessary connectors for a complete installation.

What are the output specifications?

String response is 1.00V and strum response is 3.00V, with output noise of -101 dB at 60 Hz and 10 kΩ output impedance, ensuring clean signal transmission to any amp or interface.

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 TX System Active Prewired Pickup Set in Red

The EMG TX System is purpose-built for Telecaster players who need professional active tone without the soldering iron. This Alnico V-equipped set delivers classic single-coil character with modern reliability—just plug in the cables and install a 9-volt battery to get studio-grade output that cuts through live mixes. The red finish stands out visually, and the included control plate and components are engineered for fast, confident deployment on stage or in the studio.

Electronics & Tone

Paired Alnico V magnets with custom-engineered coils drive the X preamp, producing transparent, punchy output across the full frequency spectrum. Specs matter in live sound: 1.00V string response and 3.00V strum response deliver controlled headroom, noise floor sits at -101 dB (60 Hz) for a clean signal path, and 10 kΩ output impedance plays nice with any amp or interface without loading artifacts.

Installation & Power

Zero soldering required—the system connects via simple cable runs using the included pickup cables, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable. A single 9-volt battery powers the preamp, delivering approximately 1,500 hours of continuous operation and supporting input voltage up to 27V DC, which allows for optional higher-voltage supplies if needed.

Key Features

Single-coil Telecaster pickup configuration
Alnico V magnet material with custom-engineered coils and windings
Integrated X preamp for active signal conditioning
Completely solderless installation—no soldering required
Includes 25k volume potentiometer and 25k active tone pot (VLPF)
Stereo output jack and 3-way selector switch included
Output Voltage (String): 1.00V; Output Voltage (Strum): 3.00V
Output Noise: -101 dB at 60 Hz; Output Impedance: 10 kΩ
Current draw @9V: 160 µA; Battery life: approximately 1,500 hours
Maximum supply voltage: 27V DC
Operates on standard 9-volt battery
Red finish pickup set with all necessary cables and connectors

This complete system eliminates installation variables and wiring errors, combining legendary EMG active performance with the speed and simplicity of a plug-and-play design.

Best suited for	Home Recording, Practice, Gigging, Studio Sessions
Tonal character	Articulate, transparent, low noise, high output, modern active character
Less specialized for	Traditional Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced