EMG EMG-89 User Manual

INSTALLATION INFORMATION
All EMG Pickups and accessories are warranted for a period of two years. This warranty
does not cover failure due to improper installation, abuse or damage. If upon examination the
pickup is determined to be defective, a replacement will be made at no charge. Warranty
replacement products are covered by this same warranty. This warranty covers only those
pickups and accessories sold by authorized EMG Dealers. This warranty is not transferable.
Warranty:
© Copyright EMG Inc. 2007
EMG Models: EMG-89, 81TW
SPECIFICATIONS:
MODEL:
Logo Color Copper Copper
Resonant Frequency (Hz)
Output Voltage (String)
Output Voltage (Strum)
Output Noise@ 60Hz
Output Impedance (Kohm)
Current@ 9V (Microamps)
Battery Life (Hours)
Maximum Supply (Volts DC)
89 81-TW
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
1) Only one battery is required for the pickups,
and any active accessories such as the SPC,
RPC, EXG, AB, PA-2, and Pi-2.
2) Use an Alkaline or Lithium battery for longest life.
3) The controls included with EMG Systems are 25K
Ohm, Audio Taper. This value of control is required
for the system to work correctly.
4) When installing EMG Active Pickups, DO NOT connect
the bridge ground wire. This wire is usually soldered
to a volume or tone control casing and goes to the
bridge. This wire grounds the strings and uses them
and your body as a shield against hum and buzz. It
also creates a shock hazard. EMG Pickups are
shielded internally and DO NOT require string
grounding. This greatly reduces the possibility of
reverse polarity shock from microphones and other
equipment
5) EMG Active Pickups have very little magnetism
compared to passive pickups. We recommend
you adjust the pickups as close to the strings as
possible. Sustain and string movement will not be
inhibited by close adjustment.
6) If your installation is different from the diagrams in
these instructions or you need additional diagrams
visit our website: emgpickups.com for a complete
listing of available diagrams.
Magnet Type
Notes: Magnet Type: A (Alnico) A/S (Alnico/Steel)
C (Ceramic) C/S (Ceramic/Steel)
Updated 03/03/08
SINGLE-COIL
DUAL-COIL
DUAL-COIL
A
C/S
10 10
195
175
1500
1550
27
27
SINGLE-COIL
4325
2500
3600
2225
1.7
3.0
5.0
3.0
2.0 3.0
3.75
5.0
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EMG EMG-89 Specifications

General

Brand	EMG
Model	EMG-89
Category	Musical Instrument
Language	English

Summary

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

EMG Model Specifications

Technical specifications for EMG-89 and 81TW models, covering output, impedance, and frequency.

Important Installation Notes

Essential guidelines for installing EMG Active Pickups, including battery use, control values, and grounding.

Warranty Information

Warranty terms and conditions for EMG Pickups and accessories, covering defects and limitations.

Installation Procedures and Wiring Diagrams

General Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for installing EMG pickups and controls, including disconnection and wiring.

Special Wiring Notes

Crucial distinctions for active vs. passive pickup wiring and battery connection, including HZ pickups.

Single/Dual Coil Switching Diagrams

Wiring diagrams illustrating single-coil and dual-coil switching configurations for EMG pickups.

Guitar Wiring Configurations

2 Pickup, 1 Volume, 1 Tone with Toggle Switch

Wiring diagram for dual-pickup guitars with a Gibson-style toggle switch, one volume, and one tone control.

2 Pickup, 1 Volume, 1 Tone with 3-Position Switch

Wiring diagram for dual-pickup guitars with a 3-position lever switch, one volume, and one tone control.

2 Pickup, 2 Volume, 2 Tone with 3-Way Toggle

Wiring diagram for dual-pickup guitars with independent volume/tone controls and a 3-way toggle switch.

Advanced Wiring Configurations

2 Volume, 2 Tone with Gibson Style Toggle

Wiring diagram for guitars with two volumes and two tones using a Gibson-style toggle switch.

Gibson Les Paul Specific Wiring

Wiring diagram tailored for Gibson Les Paul models manufactured after April 1975.

2 Volume (Independent), 1 Master Tone with Toggle

Wiring diagram for guitars with independent volumes and one master tone control, using a toggle switch.