Editorial Review Although the EMG-85 has more measurable output than the 81, its frequency response and string interface are different. The 85 uses two Alnico magnet loaded coils with a wide aperture to maintain a beefy lowend and a fatter top end. Because of a more natural tone, it works great as a rhythm and blues pickup because it has loads of output but isn't muddy. Itís a perfect choice as a rhythm pickup in combination with an 81 in the bridge, which is the same pickup combination used by Zakk Wylde.
Features 1) Active humbucker pickup 2) Slightly more sophisticated and well rounded version of EMG 81 3) Features close aperture coils loaded with Alnico V magnets 4) Muscular growl and smooth lead tones 5) Solderless install system
Specification Binding : Electronics Brand : EMG Color : BLACK EAN : 0654330100161 Label : EMG Inc. Manufacturer : EMG Inc. Model : 85 PackageDimensions_Weight : 60.00 hundredths pounds PackageDimensions : L:4.90 X W:3.40 X H:2.30 ProductGroup : Musical Instruments ProductTypeName : INSTRUMENT_PARTS_AND_ACCESSORIES Publisher : EMG Inc. ReleaseDate : 2008-10-29 Size : Small Medium Large X-Large 2X-Large SKU : 1555 Studio : EMG Inc. Title : EMG 85 Active Guitar Humbucker Pickup, Black