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product_id: 2338944
title: "ZW Zakk Wylde Signature Humbucker Guitar Pickup Set, Black"
brand: "emg"
price: "VT85975"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Emg"
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# Solderless install system EMG 81 & 85 active pickups combo Long shaft volume & tone controls ZW Zakk Wylde Signature Humbucker Guitar Pickup Set, Black

**Brand:** emg
**Price:** VT85975
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Unleash the Zakk Wylde beast in your guitar—dominate every riff!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ZW Zakk Wylde Signature Humbucker Guitar Pickup Set, Black by emg
- **How much does it cost?** VT85975 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/2338944-zw-zakk-wylde-signature-humbucker-guitar-pickup-set-black)

## Best For

- emg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted emg brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Proven Legacy:** Trusted by a metal legend and thousands of players worldwide for unmatched performance.
- • **Dynamic Control:** Long shaft pots give you precise volume and tone shaping at your fingertips.
- • **Plug & Play Power:** Solderless installation means zero downtime, zero hassle—just pure tone.
- • **Signature Metal Tone:** Get Zakk Wylde’s aggressive sustain and razor-sharp riffs instantly.
- • **Stage-Ready Durability:** Built with rugged metal housing to withstand your heaviest gigs.

## Overview

The EMG ZW Zakk Wylde Signature Humbucker Set features the iconic EMG 81 and 85 active pickups designed to replicate Zakk Wylde’s legendary heavy metal tone. With a solderless install system and long shaft volume and tone controls, this pickup set offers aggressive sustain, easy installation, and precise tonal control, making it a top choice for professional guitarists seeking powerful, stage-ready sound.

## Description

With scorching riffs and remarkable stage presence, Zakk Wylde has earned his reputation as heavy metal's premier lead guitarist. From Ozzy Osbourne, Pride and Glory, and now Black Label Society, Zakk has always used EMG Active Pickups. The Zakk Wylde model features the EMG-85 and EMG-81, as used on his signature bullseye Les Paul.

Review: THE BEST 🙌 - Super happy with these, my this guitar originally came with an EMG 81 set, but a previous owner had swapped them out for passive dimarzio pickups a while back. Going back to the the EMGs made a huge difference in the feel and tone. I have guitars with fishman fluence moderns, fishman fluence keith merrow sets, and lundgren pickups, but honestly I like the feel and tone of these the best out of all 3. For distorted guitar these are absolutely awesome, especially for chugs and fast picking riffs. These aren’t the best for cleans tones, but after rolling the volume down a little it still sounds pretty good. Setup was super easy, even though these came with long shaft pots, I was able to install it on my short shaft guitar by just putting one of the bolts half way up. It is so nice using the solderless kit and not having to fight with wiring it yourself, or paying someone $150 to do it for you. Overall great purchase, I would recommend for anyone who thinks they want a little more out of their guitar.
Review: Easy instal and the sound Awesome! - I Still like my passive pickups, but these are Awesome. Installation was easy, just follow the directions. I will definitely be getting a few more EMG sets. Not just the 81/85.

## Features

- Zakk Wylde Signature Pickup Set
- Includes both EMG 81 & 85 active pickups
- Long shaft volume and tone controls
- Aggressive tone and sustain designed after Zakk Wylde' s sound
- Solderless install system

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0007TYQ7W |
| Back Material Type | Metal |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,707 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #60 in Electric Guitar Pickups & Pickup Covers |
| Body Material | Metal |
| Body Material Type | Metal |
| Brand | EMG |
| Brand Name | EMG |
| Color | Black |
| Connector Type | 1/4" (6.35mm) mono phone plug |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 267 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 5 Years |
| Fretboard Material Type | Maple Wood |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00654330213809 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Adjustable |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Included Components | EMG 81 active pickup, EMG 85 active pickup |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Instrument Size | Small |
| Item Dimensions | 4.63 x 2.63 x 6.75 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.63"L x 2.63"W x 6.75"H |
| Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Hardware |
| Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | EMG Inc. |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Name | 2022.00 |
| Model Number | ZW-SET |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Scale Length | 24.75 Inches |
| String Material Type | Metal |
| Top Material Type | Maple Wood |
| UPC | 700987275964 654330213809 700987275971 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Two years from date of purchase, parts and labor. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** EMG
- **Color:** Black
- **Top Material Type:** Maple Wood
- **Body Material:** Metal
- **Back Material Type:** Metal
- **Neck Material Type:** Maple
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Maple Wood
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H
- **String Material Type:** Metal
- **Hand Orientation:** Right

## Images

![ZW Zakk Wylde Signature Humbucker Guitar Pickup Set, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61JosbxELdL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the zw 81/85 set include the solderless installation kit? i see some buyers saying "yes" and others saying "no."**
A: yes. for me it did. It included everything that I needed to install the pickups. maybe others are saying "no" because they bought each pickup separately. I bought them together in one box. I bought them here on amazon. They arrived in one box with zakk wyldes picture on the box. I had to look at one or two videos that I found on youtube to help me with the installation, but it pretty much took me about an hour to install. just remember to measure EVERYTHING! from the height of the original pickups to the height of the volume and tone knobs.

**Q: Will this fit in a Jackson kelly js32t?**
A: I don't own a Kelley but fits perfect in my Jackson rhoads. So I would say it will fit. There's a diagram for 2 pot installation in the box. Make sure there's enough room for 9v battery in the pot cavity when you install.

**Q: Will these fit in a jackson js32 dinky?**
A: They fit into the cavity of my Jackson Soloist with no problem.

**Q: Does a rechargeable battery work as sufficiently as a standard 9v?**
A: Perfectly. Those pickups work from 7v (old worn battery) to 27v (three batteries in series). The more volts, bigger the headroom. One battery 9v is more than enough for a big sound, and it lasts thousands of hours. Just unplug the guitar cable to conserve the battery. But pay attention to your rechargeables: modern eneloop lithium batteries Keep good charge for years when left unused, while old ni-mh units decay within weeks, being used or not.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THE BEST 🙌
*by M***R on June 28, 2024*

Super happy with these, my this guitar originally came with an EMG 81 set, but a previous owner had swapped them out for passive dimarzio pickups a while back. Going back to the the EMGs made a huge difference in the feel and tone. I have guitars with fishman fluence moderns, fishman fluence keith merrow sets, and lundgren pickups, but honestly I like the feel and tone of these the best out of all 3. For distorted guitar these are absolutely awesome, especially for chugs and fast picking riffs. These aren’t the best for cleans tones, but after rolling the volume down a little it still sounds pretty good. Setup was super easy, even though these came with long shaft pots, I was able to install it on my short shaft guitar by just putting one of the bolts half way up. It is so nice using the solderless kit and not having to fight with wiring it yourself, or paying someone $150 to do it for you. Overall great purchase, I would recommend for anyone who thinks they want a little more out of their guitar.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy instal and the sound Awesome!
*by L***Z on December 1, 2025*

I Still like my passive pickups, but these are Awesome. Installation was easy, just follow the directions. I will definitely be getting a few more EMG sets. Not just the 81/85.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bloody awesome pickups
*by S***M on July 3, 2011*

Just received these pickups from amazon last week, and have to say, if you have ever contemplated changing pups and doing it yourself, definately give these a go. Installation was simple, and I had never done this type of thing before. I have to say EMG have put a lot of thought into this set. the installation has been carefully thought out and the instructions are elegant with all the diagrams you should need. NO arcane pictures speckled with geek speak, just clear concise instructions. The pickups themselves are beautiful, especially great for chuggy metal sounds, but when you dial em in right they are very versatile and clean. If you are used to the usual crap passive's that come with most guitars nowadays, these will open up all those sonic possibilities you have been wanting for a long time. For me they are exactly what i wanted, and though they are great for metal and jazzy type of playing, they may be a little crisp for some peoples liking. The reason i say crisp is because they lack that muddy sloppy sound that a lot of pickups seem to favour nowadays, so if you like a muddy sound then maybe these aren't for you, on the other hand though they are incredibly versatile, and at $200 they are more than worth the price of admission. To put things in a pricing perspective, here in Australia these babies tend to clock in at around the $400 mark or close enough. Add to that paying someone to install you can get quoted some insane prices over here (i was quoted anywhere from $600 to $1000). So if you are from Australia and are wanting some EMG's, do yourself a favour, order them from Amazon and do it yourself. The Solderless installation is brain dead easy, almost impossible to got wrong. One note is that i had to resolder my pickup switch, but this was because of my stupidity, this can easily be avoided by cutting the wire further back form the pickup by about 5 centimetres, then all you have to do is strip the end wires and screw them into the bus, nice and simple and solder free. Highly recomended, i love these so much i'm buying another set for another guitar i have coming soon. EMG thank you very much for doing a good job.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-05-09*