Seymour Duncan Antiquity Tele Style
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Seymour Duncan
Antiquity Tele Style
Product Info
Article Number:
554375
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Antiquity Tele Style
Category:
Pickups for Basses
Price:
$192.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Antiquity Tele Style pickup is a fantastic choice for players chasing that early 50s Tele bass vibe – think upright-like warmth with a surprising amount of bite. It’s a real character pickup, best suited for vintage-inspired tones and styles; if you're after a specific, classic sound, this is a great, affordable option.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Antiquity Tele Style
- Pickup for T-Style P-Bass
- Single coil
- For neck position
- Without cover
- Vintage early 50s single coil Tele Bass Tone
- Medium Output
- DC resistance: 5.50 kOhm
- Alnico II magnets
- Fabric-wrapped connection cable
- Finish: Aged
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Authentic vintage Telecaster bass tone, surprisingly full for a single coil.
- • Alnico II magnets deliver a warm, rounded, and articulate low-end.
- • Fabric-wrapped cable minimizes noise and adds a touch of vintage charm.
- • Excellent build quality; Seymour Duncan's reputation for durability shines through.
CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to humbucker configurations.
- • May require adjustments for optimal fit in some T-style bass bodies.
- • The 'Aged' finish might not appeal to players preferring a pristine look.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Single Coil T-Style Bass Pickup
Magnet
Alnico II
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
5.50 kOhm
Mounting
4-Hole Standard Bass Pickup Mount
Strings
Suitable for roundwound or flatwound strings, best with vintage-style strings
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Antiquity is voiced specifically for a vintage Tele tone, using Alnico II magnets and an aged finish; it’s warmer and more articulate than many modern Tele pickups.
It's compatible, but the passive nature of the Antiquity might not integrate seamlessly with active preamps; you might lose some of its character.
The aging is primarily cosmetic, but the process can subtly affect the finish's resonance and impact the overall tone, though the effect is minimal.
