--- product_id: 9511175 title: "85 Active Guitar Humbucker Bridge/Neck Pickup, Black" brand: "emg" price: "€ 216.00" currency: EUR in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/9511175-85-active-guitar-humbucker-bridge-neck-pickup-black store_origin: FR region: France --- # Higher output than EMG 81 for powerful tone Active humbucker with Alnico V magnets Solderless installation for easy swap 85 Active Guitar Humbucker Bridge/Neck Pickup, Black **Brand:** emg **Price:** € 216.00 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Unleash your guitar’s soul with EMG 85 — where power meets smooth sophistication. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 85 Active Guitar Humbucker Bridge/Neck Pickup, Black by emg - **How much does it cost?** € 216.00 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/9511175-85-active-guitar-humbucker-bridge-neck-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 - • **Built to Last:** Durable stainless steel and metal construction with a 2-year warranty for worry-free performance. - • **Perfect Pairing:** Ideal as a neck pickup paired with EMG 81 in the bridge — the same setup used by Zakk Wylde. - • **Powerful Output:** Higher output than the EMG 81 ensures your riffs cut through any mix with clarity and punch. - • **Effortless Upgrade:** Solderless installation means you can upgrade your guitar’s sound at home without a tech. - • **Versatile Tone Master:** Alnico V magnets deliver a muscular growl and smooth leads, perfect for blues to metal. ## Overview The EMG 85 Active Humbucker Pickup features Alnico V magnet-loaded coils for a rich, versatile tone with beefy lows and fat highs. Offering higher output than the EMG 81, it excels as a neck or bridge pickup, delivering smooth leads and a muscular growl ideal for genres from blues to metal. Its solderless installation system allows easy at-home upgrades, making it a favorite among professionals and enthusiasts alike. ## 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. ## 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 | #38,149 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #350 in Electric Guitar Pickups & Pickup Covers | | Body Material Type | Metal | | Brand Name | EMG | | Color | Black | | Connector Type | 1/4" (6.35mm) stereo jack | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (126) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00654330100161 | | Guitar Bridge System | Hard Tail | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Included Components | Installation cables, screws, and possibly other necessary components for pickup replacement | | Instrument | guitar | | Instrument Size | 2.38 x 2.63 x 6 inches | | Item Dimensions | 2.63 x 2.38 x 6 inches | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 2.63"L x 2.38"W x 6"H | | Item Type Name | EMG 85 Active Guitar Humbucker Pickup, Black | | Item Weight | 7.52 ounces | | Manufacturer | EMG Inc. | | Manufacturer Part Number | EMG85 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | EMG 85 | | Model Number | 85 | | Model Series | EMG 85 | | Neck Material Type | Maple | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Strings | 6 | | Sound Profile | muscular growl and smooth leads | | String Material Type | Metal | | Top Material Type | Metal | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 700987275988 700987275995 654330100161 759681012986 | | Warranty Description | Two years from date of purchase, parts and labor. Does not cover failure due to improper installation, abuse or damage. This warrenty is not transferable. | ## Product Details - **Back Material Type:** Metal - **Body Material:** Metal - **Brand:** EMG - **Color:** Black - **Guitar Bridge System:** Hard Tail - **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H - **Hand Orientation:** Right - **Neck Material Type:** Maple - **String Material Type:** Metal - **Top Material Type:** Metal ## Images ![85 Active Guitar Humbucker Bridge/Neck 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. ## 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.fr/products/9511175-85-active-guitar-humbucker-bridge-neck-pickup-black](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/9511175-85-active-guitar-humbucker-bridge-neck-pickup-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-11-11*