Seymour Duncan Antiquity JB Bridge BK

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Seymour Duncan Antiquity JB Bridge BK

Seymour Duncan

Antiquity JB Bridge BK

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 553968
Model: Antiquity JB Bridge BK
Price: $306.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This Antiquity JB is a killer option if you’re chasing that aggressive, high-output rock and metal tone, but with a vintage vibe. The hand-wound construction and Alnico 5 magnets give it a real warmth and character you won’t find in a standard modern pickup – perfect for players who want serious punch without sounding sterile.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Antiquity JB Bridge BK
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Antiquity Series
  • Hand-wound humbucker
  • Position: Bridge
  • Connections: 1-wire with braided shielding
  • DC resistance: 16.6 kOhm
  • Output: High
  • Magnet material: Alnico 5
  • Colour: Black
  • Incl. mounting screws and springs
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Hand-wound Alnico 5 magnets deliver that classic, aggressive JB tone.
  • • Antiquity series aging replicates vintage Duncan pickups' character and feel.
  • • 16.6kΩ DC resistance provides excellent output for high-gain amps and pedals.
  • • Braided shielding minimizes noise and interference, crucial for clean recording.
CONS
  • • High output may be overwhelming for players seeking a more nuanced, vintage tone.
  • • Black finish might not suit guitars with vintage-style aesthetics; limited color options.
  • • Premium-priced compared to some other aftermarket humbucker options.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level High
DC Resistance 16.6 kOhm
Spacing 49.2 in
Mounting Includes mounting screws and springs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Antiquity JB aims to recreate the original JB's early production characteristics with vintage materials and winding techniques, offering a slightly warmer and more complex tone than the modern version.
While it’s a high-output pickup, the Antiquity JB’s Alnico 5 magnets provide a decent amount of clarity; it *can* work with a clean amp, but it’ll still have more drive than a low-output vintage pickup.
Yes, the braided shielding is a significant upgrade; it’ll noticeably reduce noise and interference, helping to minimize hum even when combined with single-coil pickups.

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