Not sure which ECU is right for you? Check our detailed comparison to find the perfect one for your build!
EMU CLASSICRecommended for classic Support for full sequential 6-cylinder no DBW engine. An affordable and reliable solution for port injection engines. Ideal for older-generation engines with limited modifications, offering dependable performance at a great value. |
EMU BLACKRecommended for street cars and entry-level race cars. Support for full sequential 6-cylinder with DBW engine. One of the most well-rounded ECUs on the market, offering an excellent balance of features and performance. Capable of managing port injection engine, from enthusiast to motorsport projects. |
EMU PRORecommended for advanced street cars and race cars. Support for full sequential 8/12-cylinder (PRO-8/16) engine. Pro level gear, versatile and limitless. Perfect for the most demanding builds and those with a hunger for competition, delivering unmatched performance and flexibility. |
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| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| Engine type: | Port Injection | Port Injection | Port Injection Direct Injection (requires GDI Driver) |
Port Injection Direct Injection (requires GDI Driver) |
| Water and dust resistant: | IP60 | IP60 | IP65 | IP65 |
| Connector: | 2x FCI automotive (48 pins) | 2x FCI automotive (63 pins) | 3x AMP Superseal (96 pins) | 4x AMP Superseal (120 pins) |
Outputs:
| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| Injectors: | 6 HiZ (5A) | Up to 8x HiZ (5A)* | 8x peak and hold (8A) | 16x peak and hold (8A) |
| Direct injection: | No | No | Up to 8x injectors 2 high-pressure fuel pumps (requires GDI Driver) |
Up to 12x injectors 2 high-pressure fuel pumps (requires GDI Driver) |
| Ignition outputs: | 6x active or passive coils (7A) (software selectable) | 6x active or passive coils (7A) (software selectable) | 8x active or passive coils (15A) (software selectable) | 12x active or 10x passive coils (15A) (software selectable) |
| Auxiliary outputs: | 6x low-side (5A) 1x dedicated WBO heater (5A) |
Up to 6x low-side (5A)* 1x dedicated WBO heater (5A) |
12x low-side (5A) | 16x low-side (5A) |
| H-bridges: | 2x full H-bridge (0.8A) (protected) | 2x full H-bridge (7A) (protected) | 3x full H-bridge (8A) (protected, diagnostic) | 4x full H-bridge (8A) (protected, diagnostic) |
* Two auxiliary outputs can be used as injector outputs
Inputs:
| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| Analog inputs: | 7×10 bits 2x EGT dedicated inputs (Type-K) |
9x 10 bits, with software selectable pullups/ pulldowns 2x EGT dedicated inputs (Type-K) |
16x 12 bits with software selectable pullups/ pulldowns 4×16 bits high precision |
20x 12 bits with software selectable pullups/ pulldowns 8×16 bits high precision |
| Digital inputs: | 3x inputs for VR or HALL sensors (software selectable) | 3x inputs for VR or HALL sensors (software selectable) 3x switch to ground inputs |
8x inputs for VR or HALL sensors (software selectable) | 10x inputs for VR or HALL sensors (software selectable) |
| +5V sources: | 1x 500 milliamps | 1x 500 milliamps | 2x 500 milliamps (two independent) | 2x 500 milliamps (two independent) |
| Knock sensors: | 2 inputs | 2 inputs | 2 inputs | 2 inputs |
Features:
| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| Lambda controllers: | 1x LSU 4.2 | 1x LSU 4.9 or LSU 4.2 | 2x LSU 4.9 | 2x LSU 4.9 |
| DBW controllers: | Requires external module | 1x | 2x | 2x |
| VVT controllers: | 2x | 2x | 4x | 4x |
Communication:
| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| CAN-bus: | Requires external module | 1x CAN 2.0 A/B | 2x CAN 2.0 A/B | 2x CAN 2.0 A/B |
| LIN-bus: | No | No | 1x | 1x |
| PC connectivity: | USB-A | USB-C | CAN** | CAN** |
** Requires CAN adapter (ECUMASTER USBtoCAN, Peak CAN or Kvaser)
Logging:
| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| Realtime PC data-logging: | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| External data-logging: | Requires EDL-1 | Requires EDL-1 | To USB flash drive | To USB flash drive |
| Data-logging frequency: | 20Hz | 25Hz | Up to 500 Hz | Up to 500 Hz |
Support:
| EMU CLASSIC | EMU BLACK | EMU PRO-8 | EMU PRO-16 | |
| All features unlocked: | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free software updates: | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
