Seymour Duncan Antiquity II SS

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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II SS

Seymour Duncan

Antiquity II SS

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 205247
Model: Antiquity II SS
Price: $212.30

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These Antiquity II SS pickups nail that early-mid '60s Fender vibe perfectly. They're not gonna give you scorching high-gain tones, but if you’re chasing that clean, bell-like chime and warm, articulate neck tone for surf, blues, or classic rock, these are a fantastic choice. A real step up from many budget alternatives.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II SS, Pick up, Replica of the 1964 single coil pickup that has significantly influenced and shaped the sound of surf music, Neck position, Colour: Aged white protective cap

PROS
  • • Excellent recreation of a '64 Fender neck single coil tone.
  • • Alnico 5 magnet delivers classic chime and clarity with surprising warmth.
  • • Hand-wound construction ensures excellent consistency and nuanced response.
  • • Aged white protective cap adds authentic vintage aesthetics and feel.
CONS
  • • Output is relatively low, may need a preamp for high-gain amps.
  • • Limited versatility; excels in vintage-style tones, less suited for modern genres.
  • • Can be microphonic, prone to picking-induced noise if not properly shielded.

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Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance Approximately 6.1 kOhms
Mounting Four-hole mount, fits standard Stratocaster routing
Cover Aged white protective cap

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Frequently Asked Questions

They’re remarkably close, capturing the core sonic character, though genuine vintage pickups often have unique quirks and wear patterns that are hard to replicate exactly.
Absolutely, but be mindful of the lower output – you might want to pair them with an amp that has good clean headroom or a boost pedal.
No, they are not potted, which contributes to their open and airy tone; shielding the guitar cavity with copper foil or conductive paint will help minimize unwanted noise.

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