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General Operation

The EMG-ACS is a full bandwidth pickup. For best performance it should be played through a full bandwidth system using a direct box with the

signal sent directly to the mixing board. If you use an amplifier on stage it should be full bandwidth. Results from amplifiers “tuned” for piezo

style pickups will yield poor results. Since the ACS is a magnetic pickup, you might find the best result is a simple guitar amplifier designed for

magnetic pickups. The ACS also features a volume control.

Installation notes:

This is a very simple installation. Connectors are used throughout so soldering is not required. Once the installation is complete the EMG-ACS

can be removed and reinstalled easily. Velcro is used to attach the pickup cable out of sight when the pickup is removed.

0230-0254A

Dimensions:

ACS Soundhole Pickup

Warranty

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. 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.

PO BOX 4394

SANTA ROSA, CA

95402 USA

P (707) 525-9941

F (707) 575-7046

EMGPICKUPS.COM

String choices/ Pole pieces:

The EMG-ACS features adjustable pole pieces to compensate for different choices of strings. Typically a wound G String will have a smaller core

than the B String, so the unwound B and E strings will be louder. The Pole pieces can be lowered for better string balance or they can be

removed entirely.

.175

1.200

3.280

1.015

3.515

SPECIFICATIONS

Resonant Frequency 14KHz

Output Noise -96dbV

Output Impedance (Ohms) 2K

Output Voltage 0.5V

Current Requirement @ 6 Volts (Microamps) 220

Maximum Supply (Volts DC) 27

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

EMG MODEL: ACS SOUNDHOLE PICKUP

tools required:

Electric Drill

31/64” Brad Point Drill

1/2” Ream

1/16” , 3/32” Hex Wrenches (Included)

(89.3)

(30.5)

(83.3)

(4.44)

(25.7)

Summary of content (3 pages)

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0230-0254A PO BOX 4394 SANTA ROSA, CA 95402 USA P (707) 525-9941 F (707) 575-7046 EMGPICKUPS.COM INSTALLATION INFORMATION EMG MODEL: ACS SOUNDHOLE PICKUP tools required: SPECIFICATIONS Resonant Frequency Output Noise Output Impedance (Ohms) Output Voltage Current Requirement @ 6 Volts (Microamps) Maximum Supply (Volts DC) 14KHz -96dbV 2K 0.5V 220 27 Electric Drill 31/64” Brad Point Drill 1/2” Ream 1/16” , 3/32” Hex Wrenches (Included) Installation notes: This is a very simple installation.
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Installation Instructions: EMG Model: ACS Diagram #1 Steps A and C Guitar End Block Step D General Notes: 1) Remove the Strings. 2) Output Jack Installation: A 31/64 inch (12mm) hole is required for the output jack. The hole should be no larger than 1/2 inch in diameter. It is recommended that this hole be drilled by someone with the proper tools and skill to maintain the finish of your guitar. Read the following instructions before you proceed.
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Diagram #4 Velcro Piece Install the cable holders: Before installing the pickup it’s a good idea to install the adhesive backed cable holders in the guitar. Refer to Diagram #6 below. It’s easiest to slide the cable holders onto the cable, remove the adhesive backing and then place them as needed to prevent the cable(s) from banging around inside the guitar. Install the ACS Pickup cable onto the pickup with the Velcro side up as shown in Diagram #4.