EMG SA BK
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SA BK
Product Info
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These SA pickups are a solid choice for Strat players wanting a vintage vibe with a little extra oomph. The active circuitry adds noticeable sustain and clarity, while the Alnico 5 magnet keeps things sounding warm and articulate – perfect for blues, classic rock, and anything needing that slightly fatter, more defined single-coil voice.
Product Description
- EMG SA Singlecoil Tonabnehmer schwarz
- Active Noiseless Single Coil Pickup
- Position: All
- Output: Medium
- The most popular EMG Strat pickup
- Vintage single coil sound with extra mids and a higher output
- giving the pickup bell-like overtones and more sustain
- Connections: Solderless
- Magnet: Alnico 5
- Cover colour: Black
- Made in the USA
*Includes an EMGs solderless installation system:*
- 1 x 25k Volume potentiometer (thread length: 9.5 mm)
- 1 x 25k Tone potentiometer (thread length: 9.5 mm)
- 1 x Battery bus
- 1 x Stereo output jack
- 1 x Two pickup in/out bus
- 1 x Pair of mounting screws and springs
- 1 x Pickup cable
- 2 x Connection cable
- 1 x Output cable
- 1 x Battery cable
PROS
- • Alnico 5 magnet delivers a sweet, articulate vintage tone
- • Solderless installation simplifies upgrades, even for beginners
- • EMG’s active circuitry provides increased sustain and clarity
- • Black cover offers a clean, classic aesthetic for Strat-style guitars
CONS
- • Active pickups require a 9V battery, adding to maintenance
- • The 'medium' output may still feel quiet for high-gain players
- • Alnico 5 can sound slightly brittle compared to Ceramic in some contexts
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Key Features
Position
Bridge, Middle, Neck
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
4.7kΩ
Mounting
Solderless system with included hardware
Cover
Black
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures the essence of a vintage Strat pickup but with added clarity, sustain, and a slightly more focused midrange. Expect a more controlled and powerful tone, but with a similar overall character.
It’s designed for ease of installation; no soldering required. The included instructions are clear, but a basic understanding of guitar wiring is helpful for optimal results.
Yes, being active and noiseless, they significantly reduce the 60-cycle hum common with traditional single-coils, offering a cleaner signal overall.
