Emg 81-X Active Humbucker Pickup - Black

EMG
$119.00
Item Type:
Pickups
Sub Category:
Humbucker

Product Description

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EMG 81-X Active Humbucker Pickup, Black

The EMG 81-X provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG’s are renowned for. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils and powered by a newly designed preamp, the 81-X shines with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position, this pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix like a hot knife. When used in both positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the 85-X and the versatile 81-X/60-X combo. Give it a try and experience why the “X” factor is exciting players all around the world.

With the added dynamic control of the X Series preamp, the 81X takes the classic 81 to a new level of tone. 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 81X/85X setup and the versatile 81X/60X combo. EMG's solderless installation makes swapping your guitar pickups easier than ever.

Features - 

  • EMG's exclusive Solderless Quik-Connect system Includes:
  • Split shaft volume/active tone control set
  • Output jack
  • Battery clip set
  • Screws & springs

Specifications - 

  • Logo Color: Silver
  • Magnet Type: Ceramic/Steel
  • Resonant Frequency (kHz): 1.72
  • Output Voltage (String): 4.00
  • Output Voltage (Strum): 8.50
  • Output Noise (60Hz): -105
  • Output Impedance (Kohm): 2.00
  • Current 9V (Microamps): 80
  • Battery Life (Hours): 3000
  • Maximum Supply (Volts DC): 27​​