EMG 57 BK F-Spaced

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EMG 57 BK F-Spaced

EMG

57 BK F-Spaced

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Product Info

Article Number: 532936
Brand: EMG
Model: 57 BK F-Spaced
Price: $119.90

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The EMG 57 BK F-Spaced is a solid choice if you're chasing a classic humbucker tone with a bit more bite and clarity. It’s a fantastic upgrade for guitars used in rock, blues, and classic hard rock, offering a noticeable boost in output and definition without getting overly muddy. It’s a great option for players wanting that vintage PAF vibe with a modern edge.

Product Description

  • EMG 57 BK F-Spaced
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Active humbucker
  • The combination of Alnico-V magnets and steel poles delivers a PAF tone with added definition and presence due to the active circuitry
  • Position: Bridge
  • Output: Medium
  • String Spacing: F-Spaced
  • Connectors: Solderless
  • Magnet material: Alnico 5
  • Colour: Black
  • Incl. EMG's solderless installation system
  • 25 kOhm volume and tone pot with fluted axis (9.5 mm/0.375" thread length)
  • battery bus
  • stereo output jack
  • two pickup in/out bus mounting screws and springs
  • pickup cable
  • 2 interconnect cables
  • output cable and battery cable
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Alnico-V magnets deliver a sweet, vintage-inspired tone.
  • • F-spacing accommodates wider string spacing for improved clarity.
  • • Active circuitry provides increased output and definition compared to passives.
  • • Solderless system simplifies installation, even for less experienced users.
CONS
  • • Active design requires a 9V battery, adding to maintenance.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; excels in rock/blues, less suited for modern genres.
  • • The 'PAF' tone is a nod, not a direct clone; expect a slightly more aggressive edge.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance Approximately 17-22 kOhms (typical for EMG 57)
Spacing F-Spaced
Mounting Solderless

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's ideal for players using wider string spacing, preventing string-to-string interaction and improving individual note clarity, especially with heavier gauge strings.
It's inspired by PAFs, but the active circuitry gives it a slightly more aggressive and defined character – not a direct replica, but a modern interpretation of that vintage sound.
Yes, EMG's solderless system is very user-friendly, but you'll still need to understand basic wiring concepts and have some familiarity with guitar hardware.

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