Is this a direct replacement for EMG 45 pickups?

Yes, the ASB2-6S is engineered as a direct EMG 45 replacement with identical mounting footprint and two-conductor wiring. It fits into any instrument built around the EMG 45 platform with no modification required.

What genres and tunings does this pickup set work best for?

The ASB2-6S is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, progressive, and studio sessions, particularly in drop tunings where tight low-end control and articulate highs are critical. It is not optimized for jazz, folk, or country playing styles.

How long does the battery last?

Each set provides approximately 1,000 continuous hours of battery life, making it practical for extended touring, rehearsals, and studio use before battery replacement is needed.

What does the 3-band EQ allow me to do?

The 8/4/7 EQ curve (Bass/Mid/Treble) lets you cut or boost in three frequency regions, allowing you to dial in anything from warm, compressed lows to bright, cutting highs to suit your tone preferences and mix.

What is included in the set?

The set includes a neck and bridge pickup, logo covers, and all necessary mounting and wiring hardware to complete installation.

Seymour Duncan ASB2-6S Active Soapbar 6-String Neck/Bridge Pickup Set

The ASB2-6S delivers the tight, articulate response of active electronics with a compact soapbar footprint that integrates seamlessly into modern 6-string instruments. Built on Seymour Duncan's split-blade internal design, this set provides controlled output and precise note definition across both neck and bridge positions. These are purpose-built replacements for EMG 45 configurations, engineered for players who demand transparency and punch from their pickup electronics.

Tone & Electronics

The neck pickup peaks at 6.5 kHz while the bridge sits at 5.5 kHz, creating a balanced frequency response that avoids mud while preserving articulation across the range. The 8/4/7 EQ curve (Bass/Mid/Treble) offers versatile shaping—cut or boost in three regions to dial in anything from warm, compressed lows to bright, cutting highs. On stage, this translates to pickups that sit well in a live mix without requiring constant tone tweaking between songs.

Build & Reliability

Each set is handmade in Santa Barbara, California using ceramic bar magnets and a two-conductor cable configuration. Battery life reaches approximately 1,000 continuous hours per set, meaning you can count on these through extended tours, festival runs, and studio sessions without the worry of mid-gig power loss. Active electronics at this caliber are built to stay dependable night after night.

Key Features

Neck and bridge pickup set for 6-string instruments
Direct EMG 45 replacement with identical mounting footprint
Internal split-blade design for controlled articulation
Ceramic bar magnets
Resonant peak: 6.5 kHz (neck) / 5.5 kHz (bridge)
3-band EQ: 8 Bass / 4 Mid / 7 Treble
Two-conductor cable wiring
Approximately 1,000 continuous hours battery life per set
Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
Includes logo covers and all necessary mounting and wiring hardware

The ASB2-6S combines the responsiveness of active circuitry with Seymour Duncan's craftsmanship, delivering a reliable upgrade path for any 6-string instrument built around the EMG 45 platform.

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Country of Manufacture	United States