EMG 89 Gold
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EMG
89 Gold
Product Info
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The EMG 89 Gold is a clever pickup, offering a unique blend of humbucker and single-coil sounds. It's a great option for players who want versatility and a vintage-inspired tone without the usual hum—think classic rock, blues, or even funk. The included installation hardware is a real bonus for DIYers.
Product Description
- EMG 89 Gold
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Active hybrid of humbucker and single coil
- AlNiCo 5 Magnet
- Position: All
- Includes separate preamps and coils for a humbucker and single coil sound
- Humbucker sound as full
- warm and powerful as an EMG 85
- single coil as bright
- airy and bell-like as an EMG SA.
- Output: Medium
- String spacing: Standard
- Connections: Solderless
- Dimensions (width x height x installation depth): 69.9 x 38.1 x 22.9 mm
- Distance of the mounting screws: 78.5 mm
- Cover colour: Gold
- Made in USA
*Includes:*
- EMG's exclusive solderless installation system: 25k Tone pot
- 25k Push/Pull Pot
- Battery bus
- Stereo output socket
- Two Pickup In/Out Bus
- Fastening screws and springs
- Pickup cable
- 2 Connecting cables
- Output cable
- Battery cable
PROS
- • Hybrid design offers both humbucker warmth and single-coil clarity.
- • AlNiCo 5 magnet delivers a balanced, articulate tone with great sustain.
- • Solderless installation simplifies upgrades for players of all skill levels.
- • Gold cover adds a touch of class and a unique aesthetic appeal.
CONS
- • Active circuitry demands battery power, adding to potential maintenance.
- • Medium output might be limiting for players seeking extreme high-gain tones.
- • The 'all positions' claim is a bit broad; best in bridge or middle.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge, Middle, Neck
Magnet
AlNiCo 5
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
2.8k Ohms (approximate, per coil)
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
Screws and Springs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's brighter and more articulate than an 85, lacking some of the raw, aggressive low-end, but offering a more nuanced and dynamic response.
Yes, it’s quite straightforward, but a little wiring knowledge and patience is still beneficial; the included instructions are helpful.
The gold is a plating, so it's susceptible to wear over time, but regular gentle cleaning with a soft cloth will keep it looking its best.
