Seymour Duncan Antiquity Texas Hot Middle
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Seymour Duncan
Antiquity Texas Hot Middle
Product Info
Article Number:
554334
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Antiquity Texas Hot Middle
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Antiquity Texas Hot Middle is a real gem if you're chasing that classic 'Sweet Home Alabama' Strat sound. It's voiced to perfectly balance with a Texas Hot bridge, offering a vocal midrange and a touch of vintage sparkle – ideal for blues, classic rock, and country players wanting authentic Strat character.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Antiquity Texas Hot Middle
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Antiquity Model
- Single Coil
- For the middle position
- Designed to work in conjunction with a standard Texas Hot pickup for the perfect Sweet Home Alabama Strat Quack
- Alnico II magnets
- DC resistance: 6.50 kOhm
- Fabric-wrapped connecting cable
- Low output
- Finish: aged
- Colour: Cream
- Made in USA
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Authentic aged appearance convincingly replicates vintage Strat middle pickups.
- • Alnico II magnets deliver a warm, vocal midrange with chimey highs.
- • Designed specifically to complement Texas Hot bridge pickups for a balanced tone.
- • Fabric-wrapped cable improves signal integrity and adds a touch of vintage charm.
CONS
- • Lower output may require a preamp for certain high-gain applications.
- • Aged finish might not appeal to players preferring a pristine, modern look.
- • Limited versatility; excels in Strat-style tones, less suited for heavier genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Middle
Magnet
Alnico II
Output Level
Low
DC Resistance
6.50 kOhm
Mounting
Standard Stratocaster 3-hole pattern
Cover
Aged Cream
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Frequently Asked Questions
While it can, the synergy is best when paired with complementary Seymour Duncan pickups, particularly the Texas Hot series, for a balanced tonal profile.
Lower output means you'll likely need to increase your amp's volume to achieve the same perceived loudness compared to a higher-output pickup, but you'll gain dynamic range and cleaner tones.
The aging is primarily cosmetic, but the processes used to achieve the vintage look can subtly alter the pickup’s winding and potting, contributing to a slightly warmer, more complex tone.
