12 best emg 8 string guitars

Product description

The EMG 707X pickup has been leading the pack of EMG's 7-string guitar pickups since its debut in 2001, and is now available in an 8-string version! Before this EMG pickup model was introduced, existing 8-string guitar pickups sounded muddy and dull on the low B string, especially when trying to hit artificial and natural harmonics, but the EMG 808X pickup eliminates those problems. Featuring Alnico V, loaded, wide-aperture coils, EMG was able to beef up that low B tone and at the same time provide a more responsive and super-tight overall sound. Whether you are ringing out Opeth-style jazzy chords or playing palm-muted death chugs, even with the amp set to "kill" these guitar pickups will articulate every note harmonically and squeal whatever you ask of them. Used equally in bridge and neck positions, the EMG 808X guitar pickups will forever change how you hear and play your 8-string guitar.The EMG 808X and other guitar pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. The EMG 808X pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG 808X 8-string guitar pickup package includes: EMG's exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.

• Active 8-string humbuckerAlnico V magnetsWide aperture coils
• Featuring Alnico V, loaded, wide-aperture coils, EMG was able to beef up that low B tone and at the same time provide a more responsive and super-tight overall sound
• Whether you are ringing out Opeth-style jazzy chords or playing palm-muted death chugs, even with the amp set to "kill" these guitar pickups will articulate every note harmonically and squeal whatever you ask of them
• Used equally in bridge and neck positions, the EMG 808X guitar pickups will forever change how you hear and play your 8-string guitar
• The EMG 808X and other guitar pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this the neck or bridge pickup
Answer:	We just found out the hard way that it's just the 808. Package says 808x but it's actually just the 808. Shipping back tomorrow.
Question:	Is this pickup the 808 x series or is it just the
Answer:	No it does not. I took mine to music store to have installed.
Question:	Does this include the solder-less install system
Answer:	Just one, but they sent the 808 instead of the 808X so I returned it.
Question:	Is this just one pick up or two pick ups in on order
Answer:	It is made in South Korea.

Product description

81-8H- Brushed Black Chrome The 81 is our most famous model; the one that started a revolution. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone is endowed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position, this pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix like a hot knife. When used in both positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the classic 81/85 setup and the versatile 81/60 combo. Now available in an eight string humbucking cap. Package Includes: EMG's exclusive Solderless Install System; split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws & springs.

• 8 string guitar pickup
• Metal Works Series
• Brushed Black Chrome cover

Product description

EMG 808 The 707 has been leading the pack of 7-string guitar pickups since its debut in 2001, and is now available in an 8-string version! Before this model was introduced, existing 8-string pickups sounded muddy and dull on the low B string, especially when trying to hit artificial and natural harmonics, but the 808 eliminates all those problems. Featuring Alnico V loaded wide aperture coils we were able to beef up that Low B tone and at the same time provide a more responsive super tight overall sound. Whether you are ringing out Opeth-style jazzy chords or playing palm muted death chugs, even with the amp set to “kill”, these pickups will articulate every note, harmonic and squeal you ask of them. Used equally in bridge and neck positions, these pickups will forever change how you hear and play your 8-string.

Product description

81-8H The 81 is our most famous model; the one that started a revolution. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone is endowed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position, this pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix like a hot knife. When used in both positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the classic 81/85 setup and the versatile 81/60 combo. Now available in an eight string humbucking cap. Package Includes: EMG's exclusive Solderless Install System; split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws & springs.

• 8 string guitar pickup
• Metal Works Series
• Gold cover

Product description

81-8H The 81 is our most famous model; the one that started a revolution. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone is endowed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position, this pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix like a hot knife. When used in both positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the classic 81/85 setup and the versatile 81/60 combo. Now available in an eight string humbucking cap. Package Includes: EMG's exclusive Solderless Install System; split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, screws & springs.

• 8 string guitar pickup
• Metal Works Series
• Chrome cover

Product description

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.

• The slightly more sophisticated and well-rounded half of its famous brother, the EMG 81
• Features close aperture coils loaded with Alnico V magnets for exceptional tone and versatility
• The Alnico magnets provide a muscular growl and smooth leads for everything from the blues to the most extreme metal
• Although often used in the neck position, it sounds great as a bridge humbucker with its exceptional smoothness and soul
• Pairs well with just about every other humbucker in our line
• EMG's solderless installation makes swapping your guitar pickups easy to do at home

User questions & answers

Question:	So I don't need to buy Conversion kit if I buy this
Answer:	Yes any guitar that can fit a humbucker. Just have to make sure you can fit the battery in the back plate if the guitar comes stock with passive pickups.
Question:	Can this pick up go into a Squire Bullet Mustang
Answer:	Yes. It comes with the necessary controls for one pickup. Just configure it and your good.
Question:	Can the guitar work with just one pickup
Answer:	Sure does! I really like these pickups in both the neck and bridge positions in a Strat. Have fun!
Question:	does the EMG 85 sound good in a strat in the bridge
Answer:	works in either position

Product features

EMG Pickups 85

The 85 is one of EMGs first pickups and is the slightly more sophisticated and well rounded half of its famous brother, the 81. Featuring close aperture coils 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.

Why EMG?

EMG's are easy to install. Each pickup features EMG's own Quik-Connect header and mating cable for quick installation. Included with each pickup are pre-wired volume and tone controls, battery clip, output jack, and diagrams. All models are designed for direct replacement into most standard instruments. There are instances where 'direct' replacement isn't possible, but a minimum of work should be required.

Product description

Champion fingerstylist Pat Kirtley is only one of many players who have discovered the ACS, and only an active design can deliver the kind of frequency response, output, and quiet performance needed in a sound hole pickup. The ACS employs a unique internal preamp that's been tailored for the phase and frequency response of an acoustic guitar while still retaining a brilliant top-end favored in acoustic guitar tone.

• A solution for players looking for a great amplified acoustic guitar tone without the feedback issues
• Offers a very broad frequency range and authentic acoustic tone with enough volume to play with a band
• Employs a unique internal preamp that's been tailored for the phase and frequency response of an acoustic guitar
• Retains a brilliant top-end favored in acoustic guitar tones
• Used by champion finger-style players and rockers alike

User questions & answers

Question:	will this pickup work on a 3/4 martin acoustic
Answer:	This pickup is designed to fit soundholes from about 3-3/4" to 4-1/4". If your soundhole is smaller than 3-3/4" this pickup will not fit properly, you might consider something like the Lace California Acoustic pickup instead.
Question:	I was thinking of installing this in my Taylor Academy Series 10 acoustic, how does this pickup affect the sound output when playing without an amp
Answer:	I noticed no difference in my taylor 12 string. It may be a little quieter but if so its nearly unnoticeable
Question:	Will the jack of this pickup (with its end pin) fit into the end pin hole that is already on my guitar
Answer:	it is a standard 1/4" jack. a standard guitar cord will work 1/4X1/4"
Question:	Does its come with baterry if not what size i didnt see it
Answer:	Yes, it comes with the batteries. It uses 2 CR2032 Lithium Cell Batteries.

Product features

EMG Pickups ACS

The ACS is EMG's solution for players looking for a great amplified acoustic guitar tone without the feedback issues. Offering a broader frequency range than a piezo pickup, the EMG ACS delivers authentic acoustic tone with enough volume to play alongside a large band. The ACS employs a unique internal preamp that's been tailored for the phase and frequency response of an acoustic guitar while still retaining a brilliant top-end favored in acoustic guitar tone. Used by champion finger style players and rockers alike, this easy to install acoustic pickup is the answer to your acoustic woes.

Why EMG?

EMG's are easy to install. Each pickup features EMG's own Quik-Connect header and mating cable for quick installation. Included with each pickup are pre-wired volume and tone controls, battery clip, output jack, and diagrams. All models are designed for direct replacement into most standard instruments. There are instances where 'direct' replacement isn't possible, but a minimum of work should be required.

Product description

Play fearlessly with D’Addario’s NYXL Nickel Plated Electric Guitar Strings. NYXL’s feature a newly engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy that gives you a whole new level of freedom, confidence and power in your playing. Compared to conventional strings, the NYXL strings can stand up to your fierce strumming, whammy bar dives and bends. In addition to unprecedented strength, NYXL electric guitar strings provide up to 131% greater tuning stability by utilizing a completely reinvented wire drawing process coupled with a revolutionary “fusion twist” process for the plain steels. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, these strings help you get in tune faster and stay in tune better. The reformulated nickel-plated string windings have greater magnetic properties resulting in higher output and enhanced mid-range frequency response in the 1 - 3.5 kHz range, which gives you more presence and crunch to cut through the mix. And thanks to the environmentally , corrosion resistant packaging, the strings are always fresh. NYXL0980 offers an ideal combination of comfortable playability and ideal electric tone. The string gauges in this set include: Plain Steel .009, .012, .016, Nickel Wound .024, .032, .044, .060, .080. Since 1905, D’Addario has been providing artists and players with the tools they need to perform their magic. As musicians ourselves, we have the unique ability to engineer products that inspire other musicians. The D’Addario family’s vision, creativity, passion and tradition have made us the world’s largest musical instrument string manufacturer. We put our family’s heart, soul and love for making music into every string and instrument accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.

• PLAY FEARLESSLY –D’Addario’s NYXL Nickel Plated Electric Guitar Strings feature a newly engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy that gives you a whole new level of freedom, confidence and power in your playing. These strings can keep up with your whammy bar dives and bends.
• STAY IN TUNE – With NYXL’s improved tuning stability compared to traditional nickel wound strings, you can get in tune faster and stay in tune better. The corrosion resistant packaging keeps your extra string sets fresh.
• CUT THROUGH THE MIX – NYXL nickel plated wound strings feature an enhanced mid-range frequency response in the 1 - 3.5 kHz range which gives you more presence and crunch to cut through the mix.
• STRING GAUGES – NYXL0980 offers an ideal combination of comfortable playability and ideal electric tone: Plain Steel .009, .012, .016, Nickel Wound .024, .032, .044, .060, .080.
• MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out.

User questions & answers

Question:	does D'addario have heavy gauge strings for a 7 string? I really liked the extra heavy 12/60 strings for my 6 strings, do you have that for a 7 string
Answer:	You should look into ghs boomers. They have some heavy sets.
Question:	Are these strings coated? The "XL" implies so
Answer:	NYXL strings are not coated, and XL is just a product series/family name, which does not imply any specific product specs. - Steve @ D'Addario
Question:	So what do you Blues players have to say about these strings
Answer:	Depends on the type of blues you play.... If you lean more toward "Delta", you probably wont like these much 'cause they give you more bottom end and highs and get rid of that muddy low-mid much sought-after in that style. Otherwise, many of us who pursue the more recent guitar gods (aka Hendrix, Stevie Ray, Page, etc.) will probably find these strings to be a nice "push" - to some, it will be like adding well-needed air to a deflating balloon.
Question:	What is thw difference between Balanced and Not Balanced versions
Answer:	In producing a Balanced Tension set, D'Addario has attempted to make the string tension of all six strings as equal as possible. The benefit to the play is that pressing on one string feels essentially the same as pressing on any other string. This is especially important for string-bending. Once you learn how much pressure is necessary to bend one string to increase the pitch 1/2 step (for example), the same pressure will increase the pitch 1/2 step on any other string.

Product features

COMMIT TO YOUR CRAFT

NYXL strings will bend farther, sing louder, and stay in tune better than any string you've played before. The high carbon steel used in NYXL strings offer higher break strength, enhanced tuning stability, and accentuated mid-range frequency response.

NYXL Features

• New York manufactured, high carbon steel alloy for unprecedented strength.
• Improved tuning stability
• Wound strings with enhanced mid-range frequency response
• Corrosion-resistant packaging
• All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA

PITCH STABILITY

Hit all the right notes no matter how long the solo, set, or tour. Tests indicate NYXL strings get to pitch faster and stay in tune 131% longer than standard electric guitar strings.

STRENGTH

Tests indicate that NYXL strings are 40% stronger than standard electric guitar strings."

OUTPUT

Play with more punch, crunch, and bite. NYXL strings have enhanced midrange frequencies from 1 to 3.5kHz, so they boldly cut through the mix.

CONFIDENCE

When raised two whole steps, NYXL strings are still at less than 75% of their breaking point.

NY STEEL. NY STRONG.

NY Steel is processed in D’Addario’s exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

HEX CORE CONSTRUCTION

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D’Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

FUSION TWIST TECHNOLOGY

The fusion twist feature prevents slack in the twist from detuning the string. This ensures maximum tuning stability and higher break strength for our premium plain steel strings.

WIRE DRAWING

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.

Product description

Pursue your passion with D’Addario’s bestselling electric guitar set, XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings. XL's deliver long lasting, legendary, distinctive bright tone and excellent intonation. They are the ideal electric guitar strings for the widest variety of guitars, genres and playing styles, making them the choice of countless professionals around the world. D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out. XL’s are precision wound with highly magnetic nickel-plated steel to exacting specifications onto a hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core for strings with a tight wrap, bright tone, perfect intonation, stellar magnetic output, long life and reduced premature fret wear. And thanks to the corrosion resistant packaging, the strings in this 3-pack are always fresh. The string gauges in this electric string set include: Plain Steel .009, .011, .016, Nickel Wound .026, .036, .046 Since 1905, D’Addario has been providing artists and players with the tools they need to perform their magic. As musicians ourselves, we have the unique ability to engineer products that inspire other musicians. The D’Addario family’s vision, creativity, passion and tradition have made us the world’s largest musical instrument string manufacturer. We put our family’s heart, soul and love for making music into every string and instrument accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.

• BESTSELLING SET – Pursue your passion with D’Addario’s bestselling electric guitar set, XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings. XL's deliver long lasting, distinctive bright tone and excellent intonation and the corrosion resistant packaging of the 1-pack keeps your extra string sets fresh.
• FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE – D'Addario Nickel Wound strings are precisely wound with nickel-plated steel onto a hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core for strings with bright tone, perfect intonation, stellar magnetic output, long life and reduced premature fret wear.
• VERSATILE – These are the ideal electric guitar strings for the widest variety of guitars and musical styles. XL’s are the choice of countless professionals across many genres around the world.
• STRING GAUGES – The gauges in this electric string set include: Plain Steel .010, .013 .017, Nickel Wound .030, .042, .054, .064, .074
• MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out.

User questions & answers

Question:	I bought balanced tension 9-40. I received regular 9-42s
Answer:	Some sellers don't exactly know what balanced tension strings are so they probably though you just wanted 9's
Question:	stings included in 1 package or just 1 string
Answer:	The strings are sold in sets of 6 strings. A set of strings for a guitar contains 6 strings... Some music stores sell individual strings, but these strings are sold in full sets of 6. Each string set includes 6 strings: one each of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th string (each string is a different gauge). For example: 1-pack: contains 1 set of 6 strings 3-pack: contains 3 sets of 6 strings (each of the 3 sets contains 6 strings) 10-pack: contains 10 sets of 6 strings (each of the 10 sets contains 6 strings) In other words, if you purchase the 3-pack, you will get 3 full sets of all 6 strings!
Question:	What does 3D mean
Answer:	It is just D'Addario's (SKU) way of naming the strings, it's a 3-pack of strings. Their single packs are EXL-110 and the three-pack is just EXL-110-3D.Thanks, Jason
Question:	Would this work on a les paul special p
Answer:	Shure thing man it will work on almost everyguitar. The only exeption would be if you were playing a really low tuning these string might not be tight enough hope that helps

Product features

DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT UP.

XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular electric guitar strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. XL Electric strings deliver a bright tone with clear fundamentals and precise intonation. XL Electric guitar strings are ideal for a wide range of musical styles.

XL Nickel Wound Features:

• Round wound with nickel plated steel for distinctive bright tone.
• Corrosion-resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
• All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA

ROUND, WOUND, AND RESPONSIVE

Round wound strings have the feel and tone that most players are familiar with. This string construction combines the strength of the steel core with the tonal properties of the wrap wire alloy.

SIX SIDES OF STABILITY

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D’Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

WOUND TO PERFECTIONS 700,000 TIMES A DAY

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

EXACT STANDARDS, EXTRAORDINARY SOUNDS.

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.

Product description

The EMG 81-X provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG’s are renowned for. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils and powered by a newly designed preamp, the 81-X shines with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position, this pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix like a hot knife. When used in both positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the 85-X and the versatile 81-X/60-X combo. Give it a try and experience why the “X” factor is exciting players all around the world.

• Takes the classic 81 to a new level of tone with the added dynamic control of the X Series preamp
• Utilizes powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils
• The tone was designed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut, and fluid sustain
• In the bridge position of your guitar, it will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix
• When used in both neck and bridge positions the sound can only be described as blistering
• Other recommended pairings include the classic 81X/85X setup and the versatile 81X/60X combo
• EMG's solderless installation makes swapping your guitar pickups easy to do at home

User questions & answers

Question:	What size pots for Jackson rr
Answer:	Usually short shaft for a pickguard mount, long shaft for rear mount.
Question:	Does it come with long shaft pots
Answer:	No, the 81X comes with standard (short) pots.
Question:	I only want to use the volume pot but it says it comes with tone pot as well. Will it work just using the volume pot
Answer:	You can use these pickups with whatever control arrangement you'd like and there will be many different options covered in the included wiring diagrams.
Question:	Would it fit on my esp/ltd kirk hammet white zombie guitar
Answer:	It should. I put it in my Jackson Soloist.

Product features

EMG Pickups 81X

With the added dynamic control of the X Series preamp, the 81X takes the classic 81 to a new level of tone. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone was designed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut, and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position of your guitar, this humbucking pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix. When used in both neck and bridge positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Other recommended pairings include the classic 81X/85X setup and the versatile 81X/60X combo. EMG's solderless installation makes swapping your guitar pickups easier than ever.

Why EMG?

EMG's are easy to install. Each pickup features EMG's own Quik-Connect header and mating cable for quick installation. Every pickup has pre-wired volume and tone controls, battery clip, output jack, and diagrams. All models are designed for direct replacement into most standard instruments. There are instances where 'direct' replacement isn't possible, but a minimum of work should be required.

Product description

A true original, the 57-7H is a seven string humbucker designed for today’s guitar player regardless of style or genre. Like the original 57, this unique combination of Alnico V magnets and steel pole pieces evoke an unmistakably PAF quality in its tone, yet the active attributes provide the headroom and punch necessary to deliver unparalleled definition and presence. Designed and voiced specifically for the bridge position of your 7 string electric guitar. The solderless installation makes this pickup easy to install at home.

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• STRINGS WON’T STAY IN TUNE? Look no further. We’re obsessed with quality control – every string we make is inspected by 3 different people so that we can guarantee your 8 string electric guitar strings will resonate, intonate, and stay in tune.
• THE SMOOTHEST STRINGS YOU’LL EVER PLAY! How’s that? Science, that’s how. Every Stringjoy 8 string electric guitar string set is mathematically optimized to balance tension, and give you a smooth, even performance across the entire fretboard.
• INCONSISTENT TONE? Yuck. We’ve got you covered there too. Our 8 string guitar strings have a full, powerful sound that’s quick to hit the sweet spot, and stays there for longer – so every time you pick up your guitar, it’ll sound the way you want it to.
• WE STAND BY OUR PRODUCT! We stand behind every set of strings we make. You can buy today with confidence, because if anything ever goes wrong, we’ve got your back. No ifs, ands or buts.

Product features

Made in Our Own Shop.

We make our strings one at a time, in our own shop in Nashville, TN, USA.

Only American-Drawn Wire.

We source all of our wire from local drawers in the Southeastern USA.

Rigorously Inspected.

Every Stringjoy string is inspected for winding quality, gauge accuracy, and smoothness.

Assembled by Hand.

A final assembly specialist coils, assembles, and signs their name to every set.