Jim Root, a long time user of the EMG 81/60 combo, began the process of developing a signature set well over three years ago. After trying various prototypes Root was inspired by a set of modified Retro Active pickups to tailor his tone. He settled on a set that gave him everything he loved...

Jim Root, a long time user of the EMG 81/60 combo, began the process of developing a signature set well over three years ago. After trying various prototypes Root was inspired by a set of modified Retro Active pickups to tailor his tone. He settled on a set that gave him everything he loved...

EMG is proud to introduce the new Gary Holt signature pickup set, the EMG GH Set. Gary has been a long time EMG artist from his earliest days playing lead guitar in San Francisco bay area metal band, Exodus. Now also a permanent member of Slayer, Gary Holt has earned his place in metal...

Kirk Hammett has been ripping up solos for Metallica for over 30 years. Riffs on Ride the Lighting, Master of Puppets, and the Black Album are a must learn for all rock...

The JH Set is a totally new dimension for EMG with the design being driven solely with the input of James Hetfield. In early 2009 James Hetfield contacted EMG Pickups president Rob Turner and presented him with a challenge: to create a "stealth" looking set that captures the clarity and punch...

The JH Set is a totally new dimension for EMG with the design being driven solely with the input of James Hetfield. In early 2009 James Hetfield contacted EMG Pickups president Rob Turner and presented him with a challenge: to create a "stealth" looking set that captures the clarity and punch...

The JH Set is a totally new dimension for EMG with the design being driven solely with the input of James Hetfield. In early 2009 James Hetfield contacted EMG Pickups president Rob Turner and presented him with a challenge: to create a "stealth" looking set that captures the clarity and punch...

The JH Set is a totally new dimension for EMG with the design being driven solely with the input of James Hetfield. In early 2009 James Hetfield contacted EMG Pickups president Rob Turner and presented him with a challenge: to create a "stealth" looking set that captures the clarity and punch...

The JH Set is a totally new dimension for EMG with the design being driven solely with the input of James Hetfield. In early 2009 James Hetfield contacted EMG Pickups president Rob Turner and presented him with a challenge: to create a "stealth" looking set that captures the clarity and punch...

EMG is proud to announce the new Glenn Tipton signature pickups, the EMG GT Vengeance Set. Known for their massive guitar tones, Judas Priest inspired generations of metal fans and Glenn was the cornerstone of that sound. EMG pickups were the first Glenn used to gave him the unique ferocity,...

Known the world over as one of the greatest guitar players ever, Zakk Wylde relies on his 81/85 signature set for his aggressive tone and sustain. This classic set up comes complete with long shaft volume and tone controls for installation in Zakk’s beloved Les Paul and similar styled...

When Slayer’s Kerry King cranks his rig up and his hands fly across the fretboard, his tone is unmistakable. It is the sound of Armageddon and annihilation. He gets his aggressive crunch, overdrive and sick lead tones from the 81, 85 and the PA2 Gain Boost Switch.

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The Alexi Laiho signature model features a uniquely designed EMG passive humbucker that includes our ABQ EQ/Boost. The custom designed ABQ has a 3 band EQ which can be adjusted for creating different tone settings using a push/pull control (to activate/deactivate).

In addition, the...

The Alexi Laiho signature model features a uniquely designed EMG passive humbucker that includes our ABQ EQ/Boost. The custom designed ABQ has a 3 band EQ which can be adjusted for creating different tone settings using a push/pull control (to activate/deactivate).

In addition, the...

This passive pickup set created for guitarist, songwriter and producer Prashant Aswani. The Revelation Set spent 2+ years in development that included testing in both recording and live playing sessions. After several variations EMG and Aswani had designed an undeniably brilliant pair of...

David Gilmour is recognized the world over for his revolutionary and incomparable sound which he has used to great effect both with Pink Floyd and as a solo artist. When you hear the tones coming out of his red Strat® you are hearing him play his signature EMG Pro Series system, the...

Most well known as a founding member of Toto, Steve Lukather's style is unique. He is known for fast, melodic lines that often combine blues phrases with jazzy 'out' notes. His vibrato is very pronounced and unique. Well versed in theory, Lukather can follow chord charts and changes as a jazz...

Most well known as a founding member of Toto, Steve Lukather's style is unique. He is known for fast, melodic lines that often combine blues phrases with jazzy 'out' notes. His vibrato is very pronounced and unique. Well versed in theory, Lukather can follow chord charts and changes as a jazz...