The 85 is one of EMG's first pickups and is loaded with Alnico V
magnets, the 85 is a powerful guitar pickup with exceptional tone and
versatility. The Alnico magnets of this model provide a muscular growl
and smooth lead tones enabling you to play everything from the blues to
the most extreme metal.
Although often used in the neck position, make no mistake, the EMG 85 sounds great as a bridge humbucker thanks to its exceptional smoothness and soul. This pickup pairs well with just about every other humbucker in our line and using our solderless system, it makes changing your tone easier than ever.
Although often used in the neck position, make no mistake, the EMG 85 sounds great as a bridge humbucker thanks to its exceptional smoothness and soul. This pickup pairs well with just about every other humbucker in our line and using our solderless system, it makes changing your tone easier than ever.