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EMG 85

The EMG 85 is a musical instrument. It dates back to 1979. Learn how it makes its sound and explore related instruments.

From Wikipedia

The EMG 85 is a popular active humbucker guitar pickup manufactured by EMG, Inc. It is paired with the 81 in the Zakk Wylde signature EMG set. It was originally designed to be used in the bridge position but is typically installed in the neck position by modern guitar producers.

The EMG 85 can be recognized by a humbucker form-factor and gold embossed EMG logo.

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