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product_id: 9511193
title: "- KH21 Kirk Hammett Active Pickup Set with Pickguard"
brand: "emg"
price: "2219 zł"
currency: PLN
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Emg"
url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/9511193-kh21-kirk-hammett-active-pickup-set-with-pickguard
store_origin: PL
region: Poland
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# Ceramic magnets deliver high-end cut & fluid sustain Dual EMG-81 active pickups for razor-sharp attack Two volumes + master tone on custom pearl pickguard - KH21 Kirk Hammett Active Pickup Set with Pickguard

**Brand:** emg
**Price:** 2219 zł
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Unleash Kirk Hammett’s searing metal tone on your Strat—because your solos deserve to shred!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** - KH21 Kirk Hammett Active Pickup Set with Pickguard by emg
- **How much does it cost?** 2219 zł with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/9511193-kh21-kirk-hammett-active-pickup-set-with-pickguard)

## 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

- • **Precision Control:** Dual volume knobs plus master tone give you seamless dynamic control for crushing solos and monster riffs.
- • **Plug & Play Upgrade:** Complete pickup set pre-wired on a sleek pearl laminate pickguard—ready to mount and transform your guitar instantly.
- • **Pro-Level Durability:** Crafted with premium materials and backed by a 2-year warranty, this set is built to withstand the rigors of the stage.
- • **Built for Heavy Metal:** Ceramic magnets and close aperture coils deliver aggressive, noise-free output perfect for high-volume overdrive.
- • **Metallica-Approved Tone:** Kirk Hammett’s signature EMG-81/81 setup powers your Strat with legendary high-gain clarity and sustain.

## Overview

The EMG KH21 Kirk Hammett Active Pickup Set features a powerful dual EMG-81 configuration with ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, delivering razor-sharp attack, incredible sustain, and high-end clarity. Pre-wired on a custom white pearl pickguard with black dome knobs, it offers two volume controls and a master tone for precise sound shaping. Designed for Strat-style guitars, this set is a professional-grade upgrade favored by Metallica’s lead guitarist, perfect for metal and high-gain playing styles.

## Description

Kirk Hammett first visited EMG back in the early 80's when Metallica was a local group on the rise. We worked closely with him to release his first Pro-Series system, the KH20. Fast forward many years to today and Metallica is still leading the pack and Kirk is still searing though solos and ripping those monster chords. Over the years as venues grew bigger and techniques were refined, Kirk required different tools for different jobs, and so we offer his second Pro-Series system, the EMG KH-21. This system is a simple EMG-81/81 combination which utilizes powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, endowing the tone with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. This setup comes with two volumes and a master tone all wired onto a custom 11-hole white pearl pickguard with contrasting black knobs. Lean and mean mettalitone.

Review: Metal Fender - Sounds awesome, looks sharp! I am an EMG user through and through. This makes my 04 fender stratocaster finally tolerable to play. My biggest issue with stratocaster guitars is the 3 pickups. Having the speed bump in the middle always frustrated me. Now it's easy to play and sounds great! The pickup selector is perfect. It is solid. I did have to pick up (no pun intended) a matching back plate but after that, brand new guitar. Works perfectly. Great for metal
Review: Finally my Strat sounds heavy metal! - Easy to install once I routed out my American Strat for humbuckers. Not terrible to do the routing, but it does look like I used a beaver instead of a router. I had to drill out the hole between the control cavity and the jackplate cavity to allow room for the connectors to fit through, but otherwise the install is super easy. It fits really well and looks very professional. They sound killer! Very metal! It's kind of crazy to hear that tone coming out of a Fender, but I love it. The controls work really well and are noiseless. Overall, I feel like it's a great value for the money and I am very happy with my purchase.

## Features

- A simple EMG-81/81 combination wired straight up with two volumes and a master tone
- Features a pearl laminate pickguard complimented with black dome knobs
- The 81 is at its best for high volume overdrive and amps with a master volume
- Razor sharp attack and incredible sustain for brilliant soloing
- Complete and ready to mount to your Strat style guitar

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0015NXV6G |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany Wood |
| Best Sellers Rank | #126,577 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1,590 in Electric Guitar Pickups & Pickup Covers |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Material Type | Alder |
| Brand | EMG |
| Brand Name | EMG |
| Color | BLACK |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 20 Reviews |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00654330300042 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H-S-S |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Instrument Size | Einheitsgröße |
| Item Dimensions | 12.5 x 10 x 2.38 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12.5"L x 10"W x 2.38"H |
| Item Weight | 1.7 pounds |
| Manufacturer | EMG Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KH20 |
| Model Name | {FEEDTITLE} |
| Model Number | KH21 |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| String Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Top Material Type | Wood |
| UPC | 654330215681 654330300042 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Two years from date of purchase, parts and labor. |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Mahogany Wood
- **Body Material:** Alder
- **Brand:** EMG
- **Color:** BLACK
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Rosewood
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H-S-S
- **Hand Orientation:** Right
- **Neck Material Type:** Maple
- **String Material Type:** Stainless Steel
- **Top Material Type:** Wood

## Images

![- KH21 Kirk Hammett Active Pickup Set with Pickguard - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71VYkP1whbL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Metal Fender
*by R***9 on August 13, 2025*

Sounds awesome, looks sharp! I am an EMG user through and through. This makes my 04 fender stratocaster finally tolerable to play. My biggest issue with stratocaster guitars is the 3 pickups. Having the speed bump in the middle always frustrated me. Now it's easy to play and sounds great! The pickup selector is perfect. It is solid. I did have to pick up (no pun intended) a matching back plate but after that, brand new guitar. Works perfectly. Great for metal

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finally my Strat sounds heavy metal!
*by N***A on April 9, 2025*

Easy to install once I routed out my American Strat for humbuckers. Not terrible to do the routing, but it does look like I used a beaver instead of a router. I had to drill out the hole between the control cavity and the jackplate cavity to allow room for the connectors to fit through, but otherwise the install is super easy. It fits really well and looks very professional. They sound killer! Very metal! It's kind of crazy to hear that tone coming out of a Fender, but I love it. The controls work really well and are noiseless. Overall, I feel like it's a great value for the money and I am very happy with my purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing upgrade
*by M***O on October 26, 2023*

Everything is great but for the price you figure they add some better quality knobs instead of plastic ones.

## Frequently Bought Together

- EMG KH21 Kirk Hammett Active Pickup Set with Pickguard
- Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-56 Gauge (P02626)
- EMG 3 Position Switch

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*Last updated: 2026-08-24*