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EMG ZW Zakk Wylde Active Signature Humbucker 2-piece Pickup Set - Black

Active Humbucking Pickup Set, Zakk Wylde Signature, with 1 EMG-85, 1 EMG-81, Quick-Connect Cables, 4 Volume/Tone Controls, Screws and Springs, and Collectible Zakk Wylde Guitar Pick - Black
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Humbucking Tone the Wylde Way!

Get Wylde with EMG's EMG ZW Set - the Zakk Wylde signature set! Zakk has always used EMG Active Pickups to achieve his signature sound, and now, you can get the same pickup configuration used on his signature bullseye Les Paul. The EMG ZW Set gives offers up one active EMG 85 and one active EMG 81 humbucking pickup for scorching tone. You'll also get two Quick-Connect cables, four 25k long split-shaft volume/tone pots, screws and springs, and a Zakk Wylde collectible guitar pick with EMG's EMG ZW Set.

EMG ZW Set Features:
  • Color: Black
  • Zakk Wylde Signature Set
  • Features an active EMG 85 and an active EMG 81 humbucking pickup
  • Includes 2 EMG exclusive Quik-Connect Cables, (2) 25k long split-shaft volume pots, (2) 25k long split-shaft tone pots, screws and springs, 1 removable Zakk Wylde postcard on the box, and an EMG/Zakk-signature collectible guitar pick
Ready your axe for serious shredding, with EMG's Zakk Wylde-signature EMG ZW set!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Set: Humbucker
  • Active/Passive: Active
  • Configuration: HH Set
  • Magnet Material: Ceramic/Steel (bridge), Alnico V (neck)
  • Number of Conductors: 2 wire plus battery
  • DC Resistance: 10K
  • Connectivity: Solderless
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Covering: Covered
  • Color: Black
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2022.00

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Rated 4.5/5

The absolute best

I've tried the newer brands but these are the good standard and I've installed them on over 30 guitars! Consistent sound and allows me to hear the differences in each guitars own tone so much better. Hot and beefy. I think the clean tones are absolutely fantastic! Don't listen to the idiots who wanna push the latest boutique pickups that sound shrilly or muddy. EMG has been the standard for 30+ years for a reason. Worth every penny! The easy switch out plug wiring pushes them over the top for versatility and offer countless options. EMG user for 30 years and yes I've tried a LOT of pickups...
Music background: Lead guitar for 1000 Pounds of Thrust since 2005. Longwalk prior.
Rated 5/5

Zakk Wylde EMG set

I love the aggressive midrange that these put out out any other active pups…imo
Music background: Modern Metal Guitarist
Rated 5/5

Easy Install

Sounds great. Seems to be clearer and fuller tone than the old style pickups. Also, no pesky lip on these pickups to catch my high e string on. That was really bothersome during gigs! And pleasantly surprised at how easy the install was. EMG also has a nice video showing how to install to supplement the written instructions and diagrams. A 9V battery fit in snug on my SG. I'll be buying more of these for my other axes in the future.
Music background: Play gigs a few times per year
Rated 5/5

Great pickups, brought my old beater guitar back to life!

I own a few high end guitars, but my old 2003 Epiphone LP Studio is the one I keep out for "couch practice," haven't plugged it in for about 10 years and when I did, the wiring was fried. @Cliff Franklin in sales helped me pick these ones out and was pleasantly surprised with just how easy the install really was. Probably took about 45 minutes not including removing/replacing strings.

Plugged it in and the sound quality from this old Epiphone I bought brand new for $200 almost 20 years ago was insane - I'd say even on par with my Gibson LP Standard and Fender Ultra Tele. Worth noting - if your toggle switch is due for a replacement, I'd grab one of these EMG B289 Solderless Toggle Switches. With that, I was able to fully replace the electronics in my guitar with zero soldering - it's all plug-and-play. Not sure if Sweetwater carries those but worth asking - the switch is great.
Music background: Hobbyist, Home Recording Musician, Ex-gigging musician.
Rated 5/5

Lethal.

I have a ZW Limited set, came in a Les Paul I bought. All I can say is WOW. Crisp and articulate, they really pick up on all the subtle nuances in your pick attack. Palm muting is vibrant and crunchy. They really bring the guitar to life. I'm addicted.
Music background: Hobbyist Metal Head
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