EMG Pickups Unveils Two New Passive Prewired Stratocaster Pickguards
The systems offer classic Strat tones as well as alternative sounds.

EMG Pickups has announced the ST-54 and ST-65 passive prewired Stratocaster pickguards. Both feature a three-ply, 11-hole pickguard with a five-position switch, master volume and tone controls on the neck and middle positions and EMG’s solderless technology. The pickguards are available in both vintage and classic styles and are drop-in ready for easy install.
The EMG ST-65 is loaded with pickups with Alnico 5 magnets for a bright and clear Strat tone, while the ST-54 boasts pickups with Alnico 2 magnets for a warmer and fatter alternative to that classic sound.
The Alnico 2 and Alnico 5 pickups both feature a two-pin connector for easy installation.
The ST-54 and ST-65 passive prewired Stratocaster pickguards are available for pre-order, with a list price of $259.00 each, at EMGPickups.com.
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