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The EMG 81-8XH Black pickup, designed for 8-string guitars, is a popular choice for guitarists seeking a powerful, precise active tone. Its ceramic magnets and narrow aperture coil design deliver cutting highs and smooth sustain, ideal for punchy solos even in dense mixes. Easy to install thanks to solderless technology, it fits perfectly in the bridge or neck position, providing remarkable tonal versatility for the studio, stage, or practice.
| Pickup type | Active humbucker |
|---|---|
| Recommended position | Bridge (also suitable for the neck) |
| Number of strings | 8 strings |
| Magnets | Ceramic |
| Coil design | Narrow aperture |
| Volume pot | 25k active |
| Tone pot | 25k active |
| Shaft thread length | 9.5 mm |
| Installation technology | Solderless |
| Connections | Stereo output jack, 2 In/Out buses |
| Included accessories | Pots, pickup cables, connecting cables, screws, springs, battery port |
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