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EMG JH James Hetfield Humbucker Set


Description
The EMG JH James Hetfield humbucker set takes your tone to the extreme. Created in collaboration with iconic Metallica guitarist James Hetfield, this pickup set delivers the massive yet articulate sound he's famous for. Now you can achieve the same wall of sound that has filled arenas around the world for decades.
High-Output Pickups Provide Monster Tone
The EMG JH-N neck pickup and JH-B bridge pickup are both high-output humbuckers built for aggressive rhythm playing. The JH-N uses ceramic magnets and an oversized coil for a percussive attack, lots of output and a full low end. The JH-B also has an oversized coil but uses steel pole pieces instead of bar magnets for tight, controlled bass and crisp highs. Together, they produce a tone that cuts through loud and clean but retains personality.
Premium Components and a Legendary Pedigree
Like all EMG pickups, the JH Set is built from premium components to the highest standards. EMG's solderless installation system makes swapping out pickups effortless for any guitarist. The set is topped off with EMG's black nickel covers for a stealthy look that matches Hetfield's own instruments. Having been used on countless hit songs and albums, EMG pickups are a proven choice for pros and amateurs alike. The JH Set brings that same pedigree directly to your guitar.
A Familiar Yet Unique Sound
While the JH Set was designed to capture Hetfield's signature tone, it produces a sound all its own. The oversized coils and choice of magnets give these pickups a voice recognizably in the EMG family but distinct from the 81/85 set or EMG's other offerings. Roll back the gain for bluesy leads or crank your amp for metal mayhem. However you play, the EMG JH James Hetfield humbucker set lets your guitar truly scream.
Road-Tested and Ready to Rock
After years of tweaking and refining to match Hetfield's exacting standards, the EMG JH Set is ready to take on any stage or studio challenge. Its high output, articulate tone, and premium components are built to withstand intense performances night after night. For any guitarist chasing huge rhythm tones and blistering lead sounds, the EMG JH James Hetfield humbucker set delivers.



Features
- New sounding and looking
- Individual poles and bobbins
- Enlarged core
- More percussive attack
- Higher output
- Fuller low-end response
- Black nickel-plated finish
- Solderless installation
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Best Uses
- Practicing4
- Concerts3
- Back-Up1
- Channeling James Hetfield1
Cons
- Noisy1
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- Novice2
- Experienced1
- Professional Musician1
Pros
- Easy To Use4
- Good Quality4
- Functional3
- Improves Sound3
Reviewed by 15 customers
Awesome Pickups by EMG
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submitted9 months ago
byAndrew
fromPacoima, CA
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Great product by EMG, perfect for what I'm going for. I've been wanting a pair of EMG's for a long time now, and I can finally afford to put them on my guitar.
Chuggy!
submitted3 years ago
byChristopher E.
fromAlbany Ny
Great, high gain pick-up. The neck is bluesy, warm and cozy. The bridge is aggressive and thick. However, because it has passive properties, it's noisier than one is used in an active pick-up. Get a noise gate, if you don't already have one, you'll be golden! Also, the installation was so easy and almost completely solderless. Only the connection to the toggle/selector switch requires soldering. I made my installation 100% solderless by also getting an EMG toggle switch kit.
EMG + Hetfield = \m/
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submitted7 years ago
byAlbert
fromundisclosed
Exceeded expectations.
great sounding pickups
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submitted8 years ago
byBob
fromWest Fork, AR
I installed these in my left handed schecter omen 6, I really like the sound, and they make the guitar look better. Overall great quality, easy to install. I highly recommend for anyone wanting the James Hetfield sound.
two thumbs up
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submitted8 years ago
byMichael
fromundisclosed
I bought these to install in my schecter omen 6 lefty, they greatly improved the sound of my guitar. I highly recommend these.
Definitely worth the money!
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submitted9 years ago
byRiff the Master
fromMA
The best AnD biggest sound I've gotten from EMG! Awesome product...
Q&A
Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.
submitted4 months ago
asked bySteve
fromCovina
Do these pickups come with everything to install them. Like the wiring kit and switch etc. or just the pickups.
Yes:2 25K VOLUME POT 2 25K TONE POT 1 BATTERY BUS 1 STEREO OUTPUT JACK 1 TWO PICKUP IN/OUT BUS 2 PAIR MOUNTING SCREWS AND SPRINGS 2 PICKUP CABLES 4 CONNECT CABLES 1 OUTPUT CABLE 1 BATTERY CABLEsubmitted2 years ago
asked byJV
fromHuntsville, AL
Can you install them in a guitar that currently has passive pickups?
Yes. You should speak to a guitar tech.submitted2 years ago
asked byChuck
fromLackawanna NY
How do you measure to make sure of compatibility and also are these pickups passive?
Side to side. They're passive.submitted2 years ago
asked byJason
fromAtlanta
Can you wire these with just a master volume and master tone?
In a case like this we recommend having a qualified guitar tech look at the guitarsubmitted3 years ago
asked byDallas
fromSherwood Oregon
Would these work in a Les Paul Custom? And if so is there everything here needed to change it?
It hasn’t been tested but it probably will. In a case like this we recommend having a qualified guitar tech look at the guitarsubmitted3 years ago
asked byParker
fromPreston idaho
If I want to swap out active pickups that are already in my guitar do I have to switch out all of the electronics or can I switch just the pickups?
In a case like this we recommend having a qualified guitar tech look at the guitarsubmitted3 years ago
asked byJase Blanchard
fromundisclosed
Are there different color options and what color are these
These pickups are "Black Nickel plated finish".submitted5 years ago
asked byHugh
fromAlabama
Are these pickups Active or Passive? Gotta know if I need to make a place for batteries. Thanks
These are active pickups.submitted6 years ago
asked byGreg
fromPueblo colorado
So since they are active they will require a 9v battery correct?
Yes, these pickups would require a 9 volt battery.submitted6 years ago
asked byChris
fromSyracuse New York
Do you have these in Black?
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