EMG S | S | 81 Active Humbucker Single Coil HSS Guitar Pickup Set Black

EMG S | S | 81 Active Humbucker Single Coil HSS Guitar Pickup Set Black
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EMG S/S/81 Active HSS Stratocaster-Style Guitar Pickup Set - Black

Recreate the definitive, high-velocity guitar architecture that took over the rock world in the early 1980s. The EMG S/S/81 Active Pickup Set brings together three of EMG's most revered legacy designs into an explosive, ultra-versatile HSS configuration. Combining the legendary, high-output EMG 81 humbucker in the bridge with two high-definition ceramic single-coil pickups in the middle and neck positions, this matched array shifts instantly from razor-sharp lead tracking to crystalline, glassy rhythm cleans, completely isolated from single-coil hum.

Angkor Music Technical Evaluation: High-Velocity Ceramic Mapping & Bridge Humbucker Saturation

The immense versatility of the S/S/81 configuration lies in its calculated contrast of active magnetic fields. The bridge position is anchored by the industry-standard EMG 81 humbucker, utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close-aperture coils to deliver incredible high-frequency slice, fluid vocal sustain, and a tight low end optimized for searing lead performance. To match this intensity, the neck and middle positions feature custom active single-coils loaded with premium ceramic permanent magnets. These single-coils deliver a brilliant, transparent high-end chime and exceptionally fast picking transient response, ensuring complex chords and rapid alternate-picking lines maintain perfect note separation under heavy effects layers or high-gain stage levels.

E-E-A-T: Included Solderless 5-Way Switch & HSS Cavity Fitting Verification

At Angkor Music, we highly recommend complete component matching to prevent tone degradation and installation errors. The S/S/81 package comes fully loaded with **EMG's proprietary Solderless Installation System**, including a dedicated **solderless 5-Way selector switch**, active volume and tone pots, and quick-clip ribbon leads. Important Layout Warning: Traditional Stratocaster-style routings vary over different decades. Before completing your purchase, we strongly recommend checking the official EMG measurement sheets to ensure your guitar's body cavities and pickguard slots are cut appropriately for an HSS configuration.

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Technical Specifications

  • Brand: EMG Pickups
  • Model: S/S/81 Set
  • Pickup Configuration: HSS (Humbucker / Single-Coil / Single-Coil Array)
  • Bridge Pickup Model: EMG 81 Active Ceramic Humbucker
  • Middle & Neck Pickup Models: 2 x EMG S Active Ceramic Single-Coils
  • Magnet Core Material: High-Definition Ceramic Magnets (All Positions)
  • Electronics Format: Low-Impedance Active Preamplifiers (Built-In)
  • Output Profile: Aggressive Midrange & Balanced Articulate Highs (Zero Hum)
  • Hardware Switching: Included Solderless 5-Way Blade Selector Switch
  • Color Finish: Solid Solid Black Cover Blocks
  • Condition: Brand New in Original Box

In the Box Comprehensive Solderless Kit Contents

  • Active Pickup Set: 1 x EMG 81 Bridge Humbucker, 2 x EMG S Single-Coil Pickups
  • Switching Assembly: 1 x EMG Solderless 5-Way Selector Switch with Mounting Screws
  • Control Potentiometers: 1 x 25K Volume Pot, 1 x 25K Tone Pot
  • Power Control Distribution: 1 x Central Solderless Battery Bus Core
  • Output Connector: 1 x 1/4" Stereo Output Jack (Automatic battery isolation design)
  • Harness Cabling Matrix: Complete set of Quick-Connect Pickup Cables, Interconnect Ribbon Leads, Master Output Cables, and 9V Battery Snap Lead
  • Mounting Hardware: Full complement of installation screws and high-tension springs

Key Product Features

  • Iconic 1980s Rock Synergy: Melds the raw, cutting lead power of the legendary EMG 81 with the crisp, immediate crunch of active single-coils.
  • Aggressive and Articulate Character: Tuned for aggressive heavy rock rhythm chugs while retaining pristine tracking and note separation for intricate lead work.
  • Total Solder-Free Integration: Ships with quick-clip connection terminal ports and a specialized 5-way switch, completely cutting out workbench heat tools.
  • Zero 60-Cycle Single-Coil Hum: Onboard low-impedance preamps fully shield your performance from stage neon lights, computer screens, and venue ground loops.
  • Fluid Positional Balance: Calibrated internal circuit loads deliver smooth, uniform volume transitions when switching across all five pickup configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my guitar's factory 500K or 250K control pots with this active S/S/81 set?
No. Because the S/S/81 system relies on internal low-impedance active preamps, utilizing traditional high-resistance passive pots will compromise your volume control sweep and cause your treble frequencies to roll off severely. You must install the high-grade 25K volume and tone pots included inside this solderless package to maintain optimal linear operation and tonal clarity.

Does this pickup set require an internal 9-volt battery to pass an audio signal?
Yes. All three active pickups in this HSS array rely on integrated preamps that must be powered to function. A single premium 9V alkaline battery delivers up to 3,000 hours of continuous performance time. The low-profile battery snap fits neatly inside standard electronic routing control cavities underneath your pickguard plate.

How do I safeguard the active battery loop from draining when I am not performing?
The included 1/4" stereo output jack works as an automatic master power toggle for the preamplifier circuit. The battery loop is engaged only when a standard mono guitar patch cord is fully inserted into the jack. To prevent accidental power drainage between practice sessions or recording dates, always pull your guitar cable out of the instrument's jack when resting your guitar on a stand.

 

Additional information

Weight 0.5200 kg
type

Humbucker, Single Coil
To Fit Guitar

Electric Guitar
Active/passive

Active
Position

Bridge, Middle, Neck

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