How do I wire my EMG pickups?

Complete installation instructions and hardware are included with all EMG pickups, accessories, and systems. In addition to basic assembly, there are often useful customization tips which are worth checking out. If you need a new copy of the installation sheet, contact EMGTek to get a new copy.

EMG pickup wiring color code is standardized across most models for simplicity:
White = Signal Output
Metal braid = both signal & power Ground
Red = Power feed (+9V) to the active electronics

The EMG-89 wiring is quite a bit more complicated and is covered by it’s own tech page.
Similarly, the color code for our accessory circuits looks like this:
White = Signal Input
Green = Signal Output
Red = Power feed
Black = signal and power Ground

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