Great comparison. I’ve played EMG’s since 1985 with mainly the 85 in the bridge. I just preferred the Alnico in the 85 and the balls. The 81 is great for recording and I still use a guitar with one fitted. Also, with one guitar bands the 85 shines whereas with two guitar bands the 81 cuts a bit better. The 85 is the highest output EMG as well. The 57 is a bit of both the 85 and 81. Another favourite of mine. Reb Beach still uses the 85 in the bridge. Great video 🤘👍
Well the 81is awesome but when listening again a couple days ago, I thought I maybe was a tad too bright to my taste. The 85 is a good all around option I think.
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Great comparison. I’ve played EMG’s since 1985 with mainly the 85 in the bridge.
I just preferred the Alnico in the 85 and the balls. The 81 is great for recording and I still use a guitar with one fitted.
Also, with one guitar bands the 85 shines whereas with two guitar bands the 81 cuts a bit better.
The 85 is the highest output EMG as well.
The 57 is a bit of both the 85 and 81. Another favourite of mine.
Reb Beach still uses the 85 in the bridge.
Great video 🤘👍
Well the 81is awesome but when listening again a couple days ago, I thought I maybe was a tad too bright to my taste. The 85 is a good all around option I think.