The EMG SAVX features Alnico V pole pieces and aims to bridge the gap between vintage and modern. The tone from these pickups is classic Strat territory - open and airy with plenty of attack for Malmsteen or Blackmore type leads. On clean, the SAVX shimmers with typical single coil goodness. Unlike the EMG SLV...
Here are a couple quick videos of the new EMG Retro-Active Fat 55 bridge & neck pickup. An active pickup with a passive vibe, the Fat 55 is dripping in PAF goodness and vintage tones. Reminds me of my favorite sounds from players like John Sykes, Doug Aldrich, and Michael Schenker. Definitely right up my...
