Description
EMG built the 57 and 66 as a matched pair with a purpose: give players the classic humbucker feel with the headroom, punch, and dead-quiet output only an active circuit delivers. No hum, no noise, just pickup character amplified with authority.
- 57 (Bridge): Alnico V magnets paired with steel pole pieces land squarely in PAF territory — vintage-leaning warmth with the tight low-end control and articulate attack active electronics bring to the table.
- 66 (Neck): Same Alnico V foundation for smooth, rounded mids and full lows, but ceramic pole pieces sharpen the top end so leads and chords stay clear instead of muddying out.
Both pickups arrive in EMG’s brushed steel caps, finished in black chrome for a look that reads modern and stealthy on nearly any guitar body.
What really sets this set apart from a workbench standpoint is the install. EMG’s Quik-Connect™ system means no soldering iron required — everything clips together. The kit includes the Quik-Connect cable, a prewired split-shaft volume/tone control assembly, output jack, battery clip set, and mounting screws and springs, so you’re set up to drop this straight into your guitar and get back to playing.
Whether you’re chasing high-gain clarity, articulate rhythm tones, or just want a quieter, more consistent pickup swap, the 57/66 set covers bridge-to-neck duties with a cohesive, active voice built for serious players.
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