Seymour Duncan Antiquity

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Seymour Duncan Antiquity - Tele '55 Neck

Seymour Duncan

Antiquity - Tele '55 Neck

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 553747
Model: Antiquity - Tele '55 Neck
Price: $236.50

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This Antiquity '55 Neck pickup nails that classic Tele vibe – it’s got that sweet, glassy tone with a lovely roundness that’s perfect for country, blues, and clean rock. It’s a really thoughtful upgrade for players chasing a genuine vintage feel without the vintage price tag, but know it’s not going to scream distortion.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Antiquity - Tele '55 Neck
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Single coil
  • For T-Style models
  • For the neck position
  • Vintage '55 Tele Rhythm Tone with rounded lows and highs
  • Low output
  • DC resistance: 8 kOhm
  • Alnico V magnets
  • Cloth-wrapped connection cable
  • Aged nickel cover
  • Made in USA

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

PROS
  • • Authentic '55 Tele neck tone: round lows, shimmering highs, classic warmth.
  • • Alnico V magnets deliver a balanced, articulate, and vocal midrange presence.
  • • Cloth-wrapped leads reduce noise and provide a vintage-correct aesthetic.
  • • Aged nickel cover subtly enhances vintage aesthetics without altering tone significantly.
CONS
  • • Lower output limits high-gain applications; best for cleaner tones.
  • • 8kOhm resistance might require tweaking with certain guitar electronics.
  • • Aged appearance isn’t for everyone; some prefer a pristine look.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level Low
DC Resistance 8 kOhm
Mounting Four-hole Tele style
Cover Aged nickel

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Antiquity generally has a slightly more refined and articulate tone than a typical '50s Fender pickup, with a touch more clarity in the midrange, while still retaining that vintage warmth.
It's crucial to balance the output; a high-output bridge pickup might create an imbalance, so consider a slightly lower output bridge pickup for a more cohesive tone.
The aging is primarily cosmetic, designed to replicate vintage wear. However, the thinner finish *might* allow for slightly more resonance, although the effect is minimal.

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