EMG

collapse expand iconDescription

The EMG 81-X Active Humbucking Pickup provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG's are renowned for. Using 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 active guitar 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 EMG 85-X and the versatile EMG 81-X/60-X combo. Give it a try and experience why the "X" factor is exciting players all around the world.

The replacement pickup package Includes: EMG's exclusive solderless Quik-Connect system; split shaft volume/active tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws & springs.
EMG 81-X Active Humbucker Pickup Black

collapse expand iconFeatures

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

collapse expand iconSpecs

  • 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

Featured Articles