EMG GTV Signature Set
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EMG
GTV Signature Set
Product Info
Article Number:
550916
Brand:
EMG
Model:
GTV Signature Set
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$207.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The EMG GTV Signature Set is a seriously powerful pickup set, designed to nail Glenn Tipton’s aggressive, high-gain tones. It's ideal for metal and hard rock players who want that classic Judas Priest sound, and the solderless system makes it surprisingly accessible to install. Just be prepared for the battery dependency and a more modern, in-your-face sound.
Product Description
- EMG GTV Signature Set
- Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
- Glenn Tipton (Judas Priest) Signature Set
- Active humbuckers
- Output: High
- Also known as EMG GT Vengeance Set
- The use of ceramic and steel magnets ensures high output with smooth midrange
- crisp attack
- amazing clarity and even response across the entire sound spectrum
- Connections: Solderless
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
*Comes with EMG's exclusive Solderless installation system:*
- 2x 25k volume pots
- 2x 25k tone pots (pot shaft length: 10 mm)
- Battery bus
- Stereo output jack
- 2 Pickup in/out bus
- 2 Pairs of mounting screws and springs
- 2 Pickup cables
- 4 Connecting cables
- Output cable & battery cable
PROS
- • Ceramic/steel magnets deliver Glenn Tipton's signature high-output, aggressive tone.
- • Solderless system simplifies installation, a huge boon for less experienced players.
- • 25k pots provide a darker, warmer tone than standard pickups.
- • Stereo output and pickup buses offer flexible routing and signal options.
CONS
- • Active pickups require a 9V battery, adding to maintenance and potential failure.
- • High output may be overwhelming for players seeking a more subtle, vintage sound.
- • The included pots are basic, an upgrade might be desirable for serious tone tweakers.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge and Neck
Magnet
Ceramic and Steel
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
15.5kΩ (approximate, typical of EMG active humbuckers)
Spacing
Standard Fender (52.5mm / 2.06")
Mounting
Four-hole, solderless system with included hardware
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Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely; the darker tone of rosewood will complement the pickups’ output and enhance the midrange focus.
The GTVs are voiced specifically for Tipton’s style, slightly warmer and with a more pronounced upper midrange than the 81/89, but still aggressive.
While they shine with a high-gain amp, they’re usable with a standard amp, but you'll need to adjust the gain and EQ to avoid muddiness.
