The Classic Metal Tone – Early 90s Vintage EMG 81

Up for sale is a rare find: an original 1990 EMG 81 Active Humbucker in its original "circuit board" graphic box. This isn’t the modern plug-and-play version; this is the classic, hard-wired era pickup that defined the sound of 90s thrash, death metal, and hard rock.

Condition & Details:

• Logo: Original Silver EMG logo (excellent condition, not worn).

• Era: Early 90s (Manual is Copyright 1990).

• Authenticity: Verified "Made in USA" with the original factory JB sticker.

• Construction: Solid black epoxy potting on the rear with the 3-pin quick-connect header.

What’s Included:

• The Pickup: Vintage EMG 81 (Bridge position).

• Original Packaging: The classic 90s box

• Original Documentation: Full technical spec sheet and wiring diagrams from 1990.

• Wiring: Includes the original 3-pin to braided coax cable and the red power lead.

Why this version?

Many players prefer these older "Old Style" EMGs for their specific output and compression characteristics. If you are doing a period-correct restoration on a vintage Jackson, ESP, or Ibanez, this is the exact kit you need to maintain the guitar's value and era-appropriate tone.