EMG 81/85-LS Set Old Logo Pickup humbucker

EMG 81/85-LS Set Old Logo – Legendary Active Tone, Modern Simplicity

The EMG 81/85-LS Set Old Logo celebrates five decades of EMG innovation in electric guitar tone, released as a limited edition with the original logo. Combining the ferocious high-output bite of the EMG 81 bridge with the fluid, vocal-like lead and clean warmth of the EMG 85 neck, it answers the needs of players after tight response and effortless sustain. Thanks to EMG’s signature noiseless circuit and active design, clarity is preserved even under the heaviest gain, making the set a standard for modern metal and hard rock applications.

What makes this product unique in its category

Collectors and tone enthusiasts will notice the signature pairing of a ceramic-magnet bridge with an Alnico V neck, both equipped for solderless installation. This anniversary release also revives the classic EMG logo, which is seldom found on new models, offering sought-after looks as well as sound.

Pickup configuration and materials – tonal power and versatility

Sound-shaping begins with careful magnet selection. The 81's ceramic magnet provides aggressive attack and strong sustain, while the 85's Alnico V core produces rounded cleans and added depth in solos.

• Bridge Pickup: EMG 81 (Ceramic magnet) — Intense high-end cut and persistent sustain are its hallmarks
• Neck Pickup: EMG 85 (Alnico V magnet) — Warmth and fluid clarity define its lead and clean tones
• For those upgrading, quick and dependable solderless installation means you can be playing in minutes on any compatible guitar.

Installation and hardware – built for the working guitarist

Upgrade kits come with all components for installation. EMG’s exclusive solderless setup features 25k pots, a stereo jack, and a battery bus, offering both simplicity and long-term signal integrity.

• Controls: 2x 25k volume, 2x 25k tone — Designed for active electronics
• Battery Bus: 1x 9V battery connector — Supplies both pickups for reliable response
• Output: Stereo jack — Supports automatic battery switching on and off

Performance and tone – designed for metal and beyond

Crushing high-gain rhythm, glassy cleans, and expressive leads are all within reach, with tight lows and enhanced clarity under any live or studio conditions.