The EMG 89R short shaft guitar humbucking pickup is a gem for guitarists. It's similar to the 89, but with reversed coils. This places the single - coil side closer to the neck, capturing that sweet spot Strat lovers adore. With two pickups in one unit, the 89R has separate preamps and coils. You can easily get custom humbucker and single - coil sounds right at your fingertips. Loaded with Alnico V magnets, the humbucker mode offers a rich, warm, and powerful sound, yet it remains clear and well - defined, much like the 85. Switch to the single - coil mode using the included push - pull pot. You'll experience the classic Strat single - coil sound: bright, airy, and chimey, similar to the EMG SA. In both modes, the clean sound is incredibly pure and has great presence. This pickup works equally well in bridge and neck positions. Whether you're into hard rock or jazz, the 89R's balanced and versatile nature has you covered. Plus, it comes with EMG's solderless installation system, so you can set it up on your own easily. The package includes a 25K tone pot, a push/pull pot, a battery bus, a stereo output jack, a two - pickup in/out bus, a pair of mounting screws and springs, a pickup cable, two connect cables, an output cable, and a battery cable.
Using the EMG 89R pickup is straightforward. First, install it using the included solderless installation system. The package has all the parts you need like pots, cables, and mounting screws. You can place it in either the bridge or neck position of your guitar. To switch between the humbucker and single - coil sounds, use the push - pull pot. When playing, enjoy the rich humbucker sound for powerful riffs in hard rock or the bright single - coil sound for jazz and clean passages. For maintenance, keep the pickup clean. Avoid getting it wet or exposing it to extreme temperatures. Check the cables regularly for any signs of wear and tear. If you notice any issues, you can replace the cables easily as they come with the package. When not in use, store your guitar in a proper case to protect the pickup from damage.
