11024-08-RSPD vs 11024-09-RSPD — Compare
Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surf Cust Bdg Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer Pickup
The Retro Antiquity II Surf Custom Bridge is a single bridge pickup engineered for elevated output and midrange punch, while the Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer is a complete three-pickup set with period-correct specs and hum-cancellation in the middle position. Choose the Surf Custom Bridge if you're upgrading only the bridge position for more aggressive blues and rhythm work; choose the Surfer set if you want an authentic full-Strat vintage tone with modern clarity across all positions.
No sales tax on orders shipped outside California — total cost beats national retailers that charge sales tax in nearly every state.
Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surf Cust Bdg Pickup
Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surf Cust Bdg Pickup | Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.00 | $109.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surf Cust Bdg Pickup
- ✓ 50% hotter output than standard Antiquity for cut and punch in blues lead and rhythm playing
- ✓ Elevated midrange presence designed specifically for bridge position effectiveness
- ✓ Single-pickup purchase option—ideal for targeted bridge replacement without full re-wiring
- ✓ Four-conductor wiring allows future coil-splitting modifications
Why choose Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer Pickup
- ✓ Complete three-pickup set ready to install as a matched vintage system
- ✓ Reverse-wound/reverse-polarity middle pickup eliminates hum in standard positions—a refined vintage feature
- ✓ Balanced tonal palette across neck, middle, and bridge for authentic 1960s Strat voice
- ✓ Neck and middle at 6.50k with bridge at 9.80k creates natural dynamic range across positions
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The Surf Custom Bridge emphasizes elevated midrange and output for cutting rhythm and blues lead work; the Surfer set balances classic single-coil brightness with controlled midrange across all three positions. The Surfer set is more true to original 1960s Strat tone, while the Surf Custom Bridge adds modern punch to the bridge position.
Can I buy just the bridge from the Surfer set, or do I have to buy all three?
The Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer is sold as a complete three-pickup set only. If you want only a bridge pickup, the Surf Custom Bridge is the single-pickup option available.
Which one has hum-cancellation?
The Retro Antiquity II for Strat Surfer includes reverse-wound/reverse-polarity configuration in the middle pickup, which eliminates hum in standard Strat positions. The Surf Custom Bridge is a single bridge pickup and does not include hum-cancellation features.
Are both suitable for country and indie music?
Yes—both are rated for country and indie. The Surfer set is explicitly listed for country; the Surf Custom Bridge focuses on blues, surf, rock, and indie. Both deliver the vintage warmth and articulation these genres demand.