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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Custom Bridge Pickup For Strat vs Seymour Duncan Antiquity Texas Hot Pickup For Strat
The Antiquity Custom is a single bridge pickup with slightly hotter output (10.10k) and emphasis on bell-like treble, while the Texas Hot is a complete three-pickup set with lower bridge output (9.8k) and hum-canceling middle pickup. Choose the Custom if you only need a bridge replacement for maximum shimmer; choose the Texas Hot if you want a full matched set with noise reduction.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Custom Bridge Pickup For Strat
Seymour Duncan Antiquity Texas Hot Pickup For Strat
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity Custom Bridge Pickup For Strat | Seymour Duncan Antiquity Texas Hot Pickup For Strat | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $119.00 | $119.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Bridge | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity Custom Bridge Pickup For Strat
- ✓ Bridge-only pickup—upgrade just one position affordably
- ✓ Slightly hotter output cuts through without losing vintage sparkle
- ✓ Staggered, raised pole pieces ensure balanced six-string response
- ✓ Hand-crafted USA construction with aged cloth-braid wire
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity Texas Hot Pickup For Strat
- ✓ Complete three-pickup set covers all positions with balanced DCR
- ✓ Middle pickup reverse-wound for hum cancellation in typical setups
- ✓ Lower bridge output (9.8k) preserves harmonic complexity and note separation
- ✓ Lacquered and potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback
Frequently asked questions
Which one is better for jazz?
The Texas Hot is listed as suitable for jazz, while the Custom lists rock, blues, country, and folk. The Texas Hot's lower bridge output and harmonic complexity make it more responsive to subtle playing dynamics in jazz contexts, whereas the Custom's hotter output and bell-like treble favor cleaner, brighter rock and blues tones.
Can I use just the bridge pickup from the Texas Hot set as a replacement?
The Texas Hot is sold as a complete three-pickup set with calibrated DCR values for each position. The Custom Bridge is sold as a standalone bridge pickup. If you need only the bridge, the Custom is the intended choice; buying the Texas Hot for just the bridge would be wasteful.
Why does the Texas Hot have lower output on the bridge (9.8k vs 10.10k)?
The Texas Hot prioritizes balanced harmonic response across all three positions with coordinated DCR values (bridge 9.8k, middle 6.5k, neck 6.3k). The Custom's slightly hotter bridge output is designed for standalone use to maintain presence and cut without relying on matched pickups.
Does the Texas Hot eliminate hum completely?
The reverse-wound middle pickup reduces 60-cycle hum in typical playing environments when combined with the bridge and neck positions, but it is not a complete hum-elimination guarantee—results depend on guitar wiring and environment.