Description
The EMG S3 takes the classic single-coil formula and cranks the low-frequency output for a fuller, punchier voice while keeping that snappy passive character players expect from a single coil. Its hidden pole pieces give it a cleaner look under the strings without changing the fundamental single-coil tone you’re chasing.
- Hot passive single coil design with a strong, full-bodied low end
- Hidden (non-visible) pole pieces for a smooth, unbroken pickup face
- EMG’s 5-wire quik-connect system, opening the door to multiple wiring configurations – series, parallel, split, you name it
- Fully shielded construction to keep noise to a minimum
Like all of EMG’s HZ series pickups, the S3 benefits from thoughtful shielding to fight hum, but for players chasing an even quieter setup, grounding your strings is worth doing alongside it. Whether you’re rewiring a Strat-style axe for more push in the neck position or just want a passive single coil with a little more muscle in the bottom end, the S3 slots in easily thanks to that flexible 5-wire output.
It’s a straightforward upgrade for anyone who wants single-coil clarity with extra weight behind it – no active electronics, no battery, just a hotter passive wind doing the work.
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