--- product_id: 50186817 title: "EMG 85 Active Pickup - Black" brand: "emg" price: "₱15627" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Emg" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/50186817-emg-85-active-pickup-black store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Higher output than EMG 81 for powerful tone Active humbucker with Alnico V magnets Solderless installation for easy DIY upgrade EMG 85 Active Pickup - Black **Brand:** emg **Price:** ₱15627 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Unlock your guitar’s soul with the EMG 85 – tone that commands attention! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** EMG 85 Active Pickup - Black by emg - **How much does it cost?** ₱15627 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/50186817-emg-85-active-pickup-black) ## Best For - emg enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted emg brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Perfect Pairing:** Ideal as a neck pickup, it pairs seamlessly with EMG 81 in the bridge for legendary tone combos. - • **Powerful Output:** Higher output than EMG 81 ensures your riffs cut through any mix with clarity and punch. - • **Built to Perform:** Crafted in the USA with premium materials, designed for durability and consistent stage-ready sound. - • **Effortless Upgrade:** Solderless installation system means you can swap pickups at home—no tech skills required. - • **Versatile Tone Master:** Alnico V magnets deliver a rich, muscular growl and smooth leads from blues to metal. ## Overview The EMG 85 Active Pickup features Alnico V magnet-loaded coils for a balanced, high-output tone that excels in both rhythm and lead roles. Its solderless installation system allows quick, hassle-free upgrades, making it a favorite among professionals and enthusiasts alike. Perfect for blues, metal, and everything in between, this black humbucker is crafted in the USA to deliver smooth, powerful sound with exceptional versatility. ## 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. Review: My first proper quality pickup ...sound difference its amazing... - I love all angles of this solderless package...especialy if ebay wants 105 £ with wiriing...thanx Review: Classic emg - Emg sounds, great for metal and a nice clean tone. Came with all the bits to wire it up, no soldering required making it an easy install. ## Features - 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 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000RW4B4M | | Back Material Type | Metal | | Best Sellers Rank | 27,238 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 2,027 in Electric Guitar Parts | | Body Material Type | Metal | | Brand Name | EMG | | Colour | Black | | Connector Type | 3.5 mm stereo jack | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (132) | | Fretboard Material Type | Maple Wood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00654330100161 | | Guitar Bridge System | Hard Tail | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Included Components | Seamless installation system, 1 x 25k volume pot, 1 x tone pot, 1 x battery bus, 1 x stereo output jack, 1 x in/out pickup bus, 1 x fixing screws and springs, 1 x pickup cable, 2 x connection cables, 1 x output cable, 1 x battery cable | | Instrument | Guitar | | Item Dimensions | 6.7 x 6 x 15.2 centimetres | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.7L x 6W x 15.2H centimetres | | Item Type Name | EMG 85 Active Guitar Humbucker Pickup, Black | | Item Weight | 213 g | | Manufacturer | EMG | | Manufacturer Part Number | EMG85 | | Material Type | Other,Synthetic | | Model Name | EMG 85 | | Model Number | 85 | | Neck Material Type | Maple | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Set Name | Single | | String Material Type | Metal | | Top Material Type | Metal | | UPC | 700987275988 700987275995 654330100161 759681012986 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Back material type:** Metal - **Body material:** Metal - **Brand:** EMG - **Colour:** Black - **Fretboard material type:** Maple Wood - **Guitar pick-up configuration:** H - **Hand orientation:** Right - **Neck material type:** Maple - **String material type:** Metal - **Top material type:** Metal ## Images ![EMG 85 Active Pickup - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ugEi1j6wL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does it work with F spaced guitars?** A: Yes, all pickups work with tremolos. The difference between an F space pickup and normally spaced pickup is imperceptible. Enjoy, it’s a great pickup. **Q: does the EMG 85 sound good in a strat in the bridge** A: Sure does! I really like these pickups in both the neck and bridge positions in a Strat. Have fun! **Q: Can the guitar work with just one pickup?** A: Yes. It comes with the necessary controls for one pickup. Just configure it and your good. **Q: Can this pick up go into a Squire Bullet Mustang?** A: 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. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My first proper quality pickup ...sound difference its amazing... *by B***S on 30 April 2022* I love all angles of this solderless package...especialy if ebay wants 105 £ with wiriing...thanx ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic emg *by D***E on 12 February 2020* Emg sounds, great for metal and a nice clean tone. Came with all the bits to wire it up, no soldering required making it an easy install. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Legendary *by S***. on 7 December 2022* Emg pickups no need to say anything else does what it says ## Frequently Bought Together - EMG 85 Active Guitar Humbucker Bridge/Neck Pickup, Black - EMG 81 Active Guitar Humbucker Bridge/Neck Pickup, Black - EMG 3 Position Switch --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/50186817-emg-85-active-pickup-black](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/50186817-emg-85-active-pickup-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-01*