EMG Crossroads Set BK
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EMG
Crossroads Set BK
Product Info
Article Number:
539112
Brand:
EMG
Model:
Crossroads Set BK
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$251.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The EMG Crossroads set nails that classic Strat tone—think early Stevie Ray Vaughan and Eric Clapton—without the inherent hum. It’s a fantastic, complete package for players wanting a vintage vibe without a ton of fuss. If you're chasing that warm, articulate blues-rock sound, this is a seriously solid upgrade.
Product Description
- EMG Crossroads Set BK
- Set of Pickups for ST-Style Electric Guitar
- Positions: Bridge
- Middle & Neck
- Humbucker
- Output: Vintage
- Classic 60s/70s Strat sounds
- Each pickup is tuned to a different resonance frequency
- which results in an amazing balance when they are combined in positions 2 or 4
- Proven blues tone in positions 1
- 3 and 5
- Full dynamics of passive vintage pickups without hum or buzz
- Connections: Solderless - EMG's solderless installation system
- Cover colour: Black
- Made in USA
- *Set contents: *
- 3 Pickups
- 1 x 25k volume pots
- 2 x 25k tone potentiometer
- 1 x Stereo output jack
- 1 x 5-Way selector switch
- 3x Pick-up cable
- 3 x Connection cable
- 1 x Output cable
- 1 x Battery cable
- 3 Pairs of mounting screws and springs
PROS
- • Excellent balance across all three pickup positions due to tuned resonance.
- • Solderless system simplifies installation, even for less experienced players.
- • Delivers authentic vintage Strat tones, eliminating hum and buzz.
- • Included wiring components offer a complete, ready-to-install upgrade package.
CONS
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to more versatile high-output pickup sets.
- • 25k pots may slightly darken tone for some players preferring brighter sounds.
- • Black pickup covers might not suit all guitar aesthetics or player preferences.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge, Middle, Neck (ST-Style)
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
Moderate (Vintage-style)
DC Resistance
Neck: 5.8kΩ, Middle: 6.2kΩ, Bridge: 6.8kΩ
Mounting
Standard Stratocaster routing with included screws and springs
Cover
Black
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Frequently Asked Questions
They capture a similar vintage vibe, but the EMG's offer a cleaner, more consistent signal with a slightly tighter low-end, while retaining a good amount of character.
They're perfectly serviceable and suitable for the intended vintage tone, but serious tone purists might opt for higher-end components for a subtle refinement.
EMG's solderless system is well-regarded for its reliability; proper contact is key during installation, but it’s generally a very secure and hassle-free method.
