YOUR BEST SOURCE FOR PRO AUDIO GEAR. One of the most popular EMG's, the 81 is the one that started a revolution. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone was designed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut, and fluid sustain.
When used in both neck and bridge positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the classic 81/85 setup and the versatile 81/60 combo. EMG's solderless installation makes swapping your guitar pickups easier than ever. The 85 is one of EMGs first pickups and is the slightly more sophisticated and well rounded half of its famous brother, the 81. The Alnico magnets of this model provide a muscular growl and smooth lead tones enabling you to play everything from the blues to the most extreme metal. Although often used in the neck position, make no mistake, the EMG 85 sounds great as a bridge humbucker thanks to its exceptional smoothness and soul. EMG's exclusive Solderless Install System; split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws & springs. The item "EMG 81/85 Humbucker Replacement Alnico Electric Guitar Pickup Set Red" is in sale since Tuesday, October 25, 2016.This item is in the category "Musical Instruments & Gear\Guitars & Basses\Parts & Accessories\Guitar & Bass Parts\Pickups". The seller is "*pitbullaudio*" and is located in National City, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.