--- product_id: 50186821 title: "EMG 60 Active Humbucker Guitar Pickup, Black" brand: "emg" price: "€ 160.75" currency: EUR in_stock: true category: "Emg" url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/50186821-emg-60-active-humbucker-guitar-pickup-black store_origin: IE region: Ireland --- # Close aperture coils for rich sustain High-output ceramic magnets Quik-Connect™ no-solder installation EMG 60 Active Humbucker Guitar Pickup, Black **Brand:** emg **Price:** € 160.75 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your riff game with the EMG 60 — tone that commands the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** EMG 60 Active Humbucker Guitar Pickup, Black by emg - **How much does it cost?** € 160.75 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/50186821-emg-60-active-humbucker-guitar-pickup-black) ## Best For - emg enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted emg brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Signature Metal Tone:** Favored by pros like James Hetfield for its distinctive mid-range crunch that dominates the mix. - • **Effortless Installation:** Quik-Connect™ system means no soldering—upgrade your tone at home in minutes. - • **Rich Harmonic Overtones:** Close aperture coils create buttery sustain and complex tonal textures. - • **Powerful Ceramic Magnet Output:** Delivers bright, cutting treble and thick mids for standout solos and rhythm. - • **Versatile Neck Position Performance:** From clean blues to hard rock crunch, it adapts seamlessly to your style. ## Overview The EMG 60 Active Humbucker Pickup features ceramic magnets and close aperture coils for a bright, high-output sound with rich harmonic sustain. Designed for easy installation with EMG’s Quik-Connect™ system, it excels in the neck position delivering thick mids, big lows, and crisp highs. Trusted by metal legends, it offers versatile tonal clarity perfect for rhythm and lead players seeking professional-grade performance. ## Description While the EMG-60 still features the close aperture coils loaded with ceramic magnets for the brightest attack of any of our many humbucking models, this pickup also packs plenty of output with both clarity and cut through high end. The EMG-60 is incredible for rhythm guitar as metal and extreme players have discovered. James Hetfield's signature ESP models use EMG-60's because their distinctive crunch sets any rhythm player apart in the mix of a band that pumps a lot of mid-range from the stage. The EMG 60 packs plenty of output with a balance of tones that is clic-thick; boosted mids, big lows and fat highs. Featuring close aperture coils loaded with ceramic magnets, this model has rich tonal characteristics that gives full treble response for distinct single-note solos and buttery harmonic overtones to provide some serious meat to your playing. Traditionally used in the rhythm position for everything from clean bluesy tones to hard rocking crunchiness. Package Includes: EMG's exclusive Quik-Connect™ cable, prewired split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, s & springs. ## Features - Packs plenty of output with a balance of thick, boosted mids, big lows and singing highs - Features close aperture coils, similar to a mini-humbucker, for rich harmonic overtones with plenty of sustain - Ceramic magnets offer a full treble response and loads of output great for distinct single-note solos - Provides clarity and character to your guitar and works very well in the neck position - Installs without the use of a soldering iron, making it easy to do at home ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000VTL3FG | | Back Material Type | Metal | | Best Sellers Rank | 35,628 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 2,672 in Electric Guitar Parts | | Body Material Type | Metal | | Brand Name | EMG | | Colour | BLACK | | Connector Type | output jack | | Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (2) | | Fretboard Material Type | Maple Wood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00654330100048 | | Guitar Bridge System | Fixed | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H | | Included Components | EMG Quik-Connect Cable, Pre-Wired Split Shaft Volume/Tone Control Set, Output Jack, Battery Clip Set, S and Springs | | Instrument | Guitar | | Item Dimensions | 6.7 x 6 x 15.2 centimetres | | Item Weight | 0.47 Pounds | | Manufacturer | EMG Inc. | | Manufacturer Part Number | 5766SETBKC | | Material Type | Ceramic | | Model Name | 60 | | Model Number | 60 | | Model Series | EMG 60 | | Neck Material Type | Maple | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Set Name | EMG Pickup Sets | | Size | 60 Black | | Sound Profile | Bright, clear, rich in high frequencies | | String Material Type | Ceramic | | Top Material Type | Metal | | UPC | 654330100048 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Back material type:** Metal - **Body material:** Metal - **Brand:** EMG - **Colour:** BLACK - **Fretboard material type:** Maple Wood - **Guitar bridge system:** Fixed - **Guitar pick-up configuration:** H - **Neck material type:** Maple - **String material type:** Ceramic - **Top material type:** Metal ## Images ![EMG 60 Active Humbucker Guitar Pickup, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/819+OzAALeL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - EMG 60 Active Humbucker Guitar Pickup, Black - EMG 85 Active Pickup - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ie/products/50186821-emg-60-active-humbucker-guitar-pickup-black](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/50186821-emg-60-active-humbucker-guitar-pickup-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Ireland* *Store origin: IE* *Last updated: 2026-09-02*