EMG 57 / 66 Active Humbucker Pickup Set Chrome

Active humbuckers that blend vintage character with modern control

The EMG 57 and 66 active humbucker pickup set is designed for players who want familiar humbucker tone with greater clarity, headroom, and consistency. The EMG 57 bridge pickup uses Alnico V magnets paired with steel pole pieces to produce a tight low end, focused midrange, and clear high frequencies that respond evenly across the strings. Active circuitry adds punch and definition, helping complex chords stay articulate under gain and ensuring single-note lines remain present in dense mixes.

The EMG 66 neck pickup is voiced for balance and clarity, using ceramic pole pieces to deliver extended lows and a smooth, controlled top end. The preamp design emphasises warm mids, allowing the neck position to sound full without becoming congested or overly compressed. This neck and bridge pairing is intentionally matched, providing consistent output levels and predictable response when switching positions. A solderless installation system simplifies fitting, making the set suitable for players upgrading an existing guitar without specialised tools.

At Riffs & Licks Music, we think the EMG 57 and 66 set is ideal for players who want modern active performance with organic humbucker feel, because the matched voicing and clean headroom support both high-gain precision and expressive clean playing.