EMG 60A BK
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EMG
60A BK
Product Info
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The EMG 60A BK is a serious upgrade for rock and metal players needing extra punch and sustain. The Alnico magnets tame the usual EMG aggression, making it surprisingly versatile for crunchy rhythm tones. It's a great, affordable way to add some modern bite without sacrificing too much of that classic humbucker feel.
Product Description
- EMG 60A BK
- Active Humbucker Pickup for Electric Guitar
- A lot of power with fat mids
- strong basses and balanced highs
- Narrow coils
- similar to a mini humbucker
- produce harmonic overtones with a lot of sustain
- Alnico magnets: More dampened heights compared to the standard EMG 60 with ceramic magnets
- Position: Neck & Bridge
- Output: high
- Connections: Solderless
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
*Includes EMG's solderless installation system:*
- 25 kOhm volume & tone potentiometer with ribbed shaft (9
- 5 mm/0.375" thread length)
- Battery bus
- Stereo output jack
- Two pickup-in / out bus
- Mounting screws and springs
- Pickup cable
- 2x Connecting cable
- Output cable & battery cable
PROS
- • Alnico magnets soften highs, offering a smoother, more controlled tone.
- • Narrow coils provide a focused sound, minimizing muddiness in tighter spaces.
- • Solderless installation drastically simplifies setup, ideal for less experienced users.
- • Active circuitry delivers high output and consistent performance across the frequency spectrum.
CONS
- • Active pickups require a battery, adding to the guitar's overall weight and complexity.
- • The 'high' output might be overwhelming for players seeking a vintage, low-output tone.
- • Limited versatility; excels in rock/metal, less suited for clean, nuanced styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck & Bridge
Magnet
Alnico II
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
11.5 kOhms
Spacing
0.1875 in
Mounting
Solderless
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 60A BK uses Alnico II magnets, resulting in a warmer, more rounded tone with less upper-midrange bite than the ceramic-magneted standard 60.
It's remarkably straightforward, requiring only a screwdriver and basic mechanical aptitude; no soldering iron needed, but some patience is helpful.
Yes, they'll drop right in, but you'll need to wire a battery and adjust your volume/tone pots for optimal performance – the active circuit changes the signal path.
