EMG JH "HET" Set F-Spaced BC

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EMG JH "HET" Set F-Spaced BC

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JH "HET" Set F-Spaced BC

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Product Info

Article Number: 422075
Brand: EMG
Model: JH "HET" Set F-Spaced BC
Price: $247.50

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These JH HET pickups nail that aggressive, tight Metallica crunch while surprisingly retaining some of the nuance you'd expect from a passive setup. They’re a great option for players wanting a high-output, active sound without sacrificing too much of the classic humbucker feel—perfect for metal, hard rock, and heavier genres.

Product Description

EMG JH "HET" Set F-Spaced BC, Pickup Set for Electric Guitar

The James Hetfield Signature set captures the clarity and punch of a passive pickup while retaining that well known "active" tone, engineered around the pickups James Hetfield has used for 30 years. Higher output and fuller low end on the neck, tighter attack with less inductance for cleaner bass on the bridge.

, 2 Active humbuckers, Output: High, Connectors: Solderless, Cap colour: Black Chrome, Made in the USA

*Set contents:*

  • EMG's exclusive solderless installation system.
  • 2 Volume potentiometers 25 k
  • 2 Tone potentiometers 25 k (potentiometer 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 and battery cables
PROS
  • • High output retains clarity, a hallmark of Hetfield’s tone.
  • • Solderless install simplifies upgrades for most players.
  • • 25k pots offer a more vintage, responsive feel.
  • • Black Chrome caps add a touch of visual flair and a slightly warmer tone.
CONS
  • • Active pickups introduce battery dependency and potential noise.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to true passive humbuckers.
  • • The 'passive-like' feel might not fool experienced passive users.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge and Neck
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level High
DC Resistance Bridge: 17.5kΩ, Neck: 14.5kΩ
Spacing F-Spaced (5/8 in)
Mounting Solderless, Screw & Spring

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Frequently Asked Questions

They’re designed to mimic passive characteristics like dynamic response and clarity, but they’re still active pickups needing a battery – don’t expect a completely passive feel.
F-spacing is for guitars with wider string spacing, typically found on Floyd Rose tremolo systems; ensure your guitar's pickup cavity accommodates this spacing.
Use a shielded cavity, quality wiring, and a good power supply; grounding is key to minimizing unwanted noise.

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