EMG 81 Active Guitar Humbucker Pickup Bridge Neck with Ceramic Magnets and Close Aperture Coils - Black

EMG 81 Active Guitar Humbucker Pickup Bridge Neck with Ceramic Magnets and Close Aperture Coils - Black

EMG

$109.00

Item Type:: Pickups

Sub Category:: Humbucker

Active or Passive:: Active

Product Description

Current stock: 2

EMG 81 Humbucker Pickup in Black

The EMG 81 is built for rockin'! This high output humbucker is certain to drive your amp into the sweetest overdrive and distortion, and is at its best when it at high volumes. Perfect for lead passages but equally well suited for rhythm work, the EMG 81 's sound can be characterized as full of attack but nice and fat at the same time. This humbucker has become a first-call choice for some of the most respected metal guitarists of all time and you'll love what the EMG 81 does for your tone.

The EMG-81 is a high output pickup designed especially for the lead guitarist. The 81 is at its best for high volume overdrive and amps with a master volume. Whether you're playing power rock and roll, or overdriving your amp, there's a razor sharp attack, and incredible sustain for brilliant soloing. If you're looking for exceptional qualities in a rock pickup, the EMG-81 is the one.One of the most popular EMG’s, the 81 is the one that started a revolution.

Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone was designed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut, and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position of your guitar, this humbucking pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix. When used in both neck and bridge positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the classic 81/85 setup and the versatile 81/60 combo. EMG's solderless installation makes swapping your guitar pickups easier than ever.

Features

EMG 81 Pickup
Prewired solderless installation components (volume/tone controls, output jack)
Battery clip and wires for installation
Solderless Installation: Quick-connect system for easy installation.
Tone: Known for its searing, razor-sharp sound, and precise picking attack.
Recommended Usage: Commonly used in the bridge position for lead or rhythm, though it can also be used in the neck for high-output, clear tones.

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