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81/85 Active Humbucker Pickup Set
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The dynamic duo of humbuckers.
When a world class player asks for a custom 81/85 set of humbucker pickups in camouflage it's a matter of when, not how. The biggest challenge for EMG in designing these was in ensuring that the cap could withstand the typical punishment of picks and strings. EMG abandoned the standard paint and airbrush options and went with a more roadworthy and durable dipping method. The result was the EMG-CAMO SET, a quality bundle of EMG's classic 81 and 85 humbuckers in a camouflage design. As a special "thank you" to all of its fans, EMG has decided to make these collectable pickups available to the public. A limited run of 300 sets were made (with some going directly to artists now on tour), and there is no information on the EMG website as these will not be stock products. It is strictly a limited one-time production.
EMG-81
The EMG-81 is a high output pickup designed especially for lead guitarists. The 81 pickup is at its best for high-volume overdrive and amps with a master volume control. Whether you're playing power rock 'n' roll or overdriving your amp, there's a razor sharp attack and incredible sustain for brilliant soloing.
EMG-85
Although the EMG-85 electric guitar pickup has more measurable output than the 81, its frequency response and string interface are different. The 85 uses 2 Alnico magnet-loaded coils with a wide aperture to maintain a beefy low end and a fatter top end. Because the EMG-85 has a more natural tone, it works great as a rhythm and blues pickup because it has loads of output but isn't muddy. The EMG-85 is a perfect choice as a rhythm pickup in combination with an EMG-81 in the bridge”the same pickup combination used by Zakk Wylde.
81/85 Active Humbucker Pickup Set Specifications:
EMG-85- Resonant Frequency (kHz): 2.55
- RMS Output Voltage: 1.25
- Peak Output Voltage: 1.75
- Output Noise (dBV): -89
- Output Impedance (Kohm): 10
- Current at 9V (Microamps): 80
- Battery Life (Hours): 3000
- Resonant Frequency (kHz): 2.25
- RMS Output Voltage: 1.25
- Peak Output Voltage: 1.75
- Output Noise (dBV): -91
- Output Impedance (Kohm): 10
- Current @ 9V (Microamps): 80
- Battery Life (Hours): 3000
- Free Standard Ground shipping (48 contiguous states, some overweight and Used/Vintage items excluded).
- Orders placed before 3 p.m. ET usually ship the same business day.
Every guitar or bass you purchase from Musician's Friend (electric or acoustic, New or Open Box) includes two years of protection from manufacturer defects.
Our Gear Advisers are available to guide you through your entire shopping experience. Call or Chat for expert advice and to hear the latest deals.