EMG Tom Morello Set - H/81 - Old Logo - LS Pots - Summer 2026 Active Humbucker Guitar Pickup

The EMG Tom Morello Signature Set in H/81 configuration is built in collaboration with the legendary Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave guitarist, capturing the tight, high-output attack and expressive dynamics that define his sound. This Summer 2026 edition brings back the classic Old Logo styling and is supplied with LS long-shaft pots, making it ideal for thicker carved-top guitars or any control layout where standard shafts sit too low.

Pairing an EMG H single-coil-sized humbucker at the neck with the iconic EMG 81 ceramic humbucker at the bridge, this set is voiced to stay razor-sharp and articulate through extreme gain, radical pedalboard effects and aggressive kill-switch work. From percussive rhythm scratching to vocal-like leads and chiming cleans, it keeps every note focused and noise-free, even at the wildest edges of your signal chain.

Delivered as a complete, pre-wired solderless system, the Tom Morello Signature Set lets you transform your guitar without touching a soldering iron. Every component you need is in the box, including long-shaft volume and tone controls, three-way toggle, output jack, battery clip and all connecting cables. Drop it in, plug it in and you are ready to explore everything from hard-hitting riffs to experimental textures.

Tom Morello Signature Voicing

Developed with Tom Morello himself, this H/81 set is tuned for his distinctive blend of heavy riffing, expressive lead work and unconventional effects-driven sounds. The pickups are balanced so that rapid-fire rhythm parts, whammy pedal dives and DJ-style scratching all cut through the mix with clarity and authority.

EMG 81 Bridge Humbucker

The EMG 81 at the bridge delivers a tight, focused ceramic humbucker tone with high output and fast attack. It stays clear under heavy distortion, keeps palm-muted riffs punchy and defined, and maintains note separation when you stack multiple pedals or push high-gain amps to their limits.

EMG H Neck Pickup

The EMG H in the neck position offers a warmer, fuller voice with rich harmonics and smooth sustain. It excels at clean passages, melodic lead lines and more traditional rock and blues phrasing, giving you a musical counterpoint to the aggressive bridge pickup while remaining articulate under effects.

Old Logo Aesthetic with LS Long-Shaft Pots

This Summer 2026 run revives the classic EMG Old Logo look specified by Morello, adding a subtle vintage aesthetic to your instrument. The included LS long-shaft pots are designed for thicker carved-top bodies and deeper control cavities, helping you achieve the correct control height and a solid, reliable feel under your fingers.

Complete Solderless Installation Kit

Supplied as a fully pre-wired solderless system, the set includes both pickups, long-shaft volume and tone controls, three-way toggle switch, output jack, battery clip and all necessary cables. EMG's plug-and-play design makes installation straightforward, minimising downtime and letting you focus on playing rather than wiring.

• Tom Morello Signature H/81 Voicing - Developed with Tom Morello to capture his aggressive rhythm work, expressive leads and experimental effects sounds, giving you a versatile platform for everything from tight riffs to radical textures.
• High-Output EMG 81 Bridge Pickup - The ceramic 81 at the bridge delivers cutting, high-output tone with exceptional clarity, ensuring your playing stays defined through high gain, complex pedal chains and intense kill-switch techniques.
• Expressive EMG H Neck Pickup - The neck-position EMG H provides a warmer, harmonically rich voice for cleans and leads, balancing power with musicality so you can move seamlessly between traditional phrasing and more adventurous playing.
• Old Logo Styling with LS Long-Shaft Pots - Classic EMG Old Logo cosmetics meet practical LS long-shaft pots, making this set ideal for thicker carved-top guitars and deeper control cavities while preserving the look specified for this signature run.

General

• Product: EMG Tom Morello Signature Set
• Configuration: H (Neck) and 81 (Bridge)
• Pickup Type: Active humbucker set
• Edition: Summer 2026 Old Logo

Pickups

• Neck Pickup: EMG H active pickup
• Bridge Pickup: EMG 81 active ceramic humbucker
• Voicing: High output, tight low end, clear highs
• Application: Rock, metal, experimental and effects-driven styles

Electronics and Controls

• Potentiometers: LS long-shaft volume and tone controls
• Switching: Three-way toggle pickup selector
• Output: EMG output jack (included)
• Power: 9V battery (battery clip included)
• Wiring: EMG solderless system with pre-wired components and connecting cables

Installation

• Mounting: Designed for guitars requiring long-shaft pots
• Included Hardware: Neck and bridge pickups, LS pots, three-way toggle, output jack, battery clip, connecting wires