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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Telecaster Pickup Set vs Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates Zebra Pickup Set
The Antiquity is a hand-crafted, period-correct vintage Telecaster replica with lower bridge output (6.4K) and reverse-wound neck for hum-canceling, while the Pearly Gates Zebra is a versatile, moderate-output set (7.5K/8.21K) with sandcast Alnico II and flexible wiring options. Choose Antiquity if you want authentic vintage Tele character and lower noise; choose Pearly Gates if you prefer slightly hotter output, tonal flexibility through coil-splitting, and a design that works across more guitar types.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Telecaster Pickup Set
Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates Zebra Pickup Set
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Telecaster Pickup Set | Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates Zebra Pickup Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $258.00 | $258.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Telecaster Pickup Set
- ✓ Authentic hand-crafted vintage Telecaster construction with period-correct details
- ✓ Lower, cleaner bridge output (6.4K) emphasizes clarity and articulation
- ✓ Reverse wound/polarity neck pickup provides built-in hum cancellation
- ✓ Unwaxed ferrous bottom plates preserve traditional resonance
Why choose Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates Zebra Pickup Set
- ✓ Higher, more versatile output (7.5K/8.21K) cuts through in band mix
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel switching on compatible guitars
- ✓ Balanced resonant frequencies (7.1K neck, 6.7K bridge) excel at both rhythm and lead
- ✓ Sandcast Alnico II magnets with vacuum potting for durability and feedback elimination
Frequently asked questions
Which set has higher output?
The Pearly Gates Zebra has notably higher output, with bridge resistance of 8.21K compared to Antiquity's 6.4K. Higher output pushes amp distortion easier and cuts through in louder settings.
Can I use coil-splitting or series/parallel wiring with these?
The Pearly Gates Zebra includes 4-conductor lead wire that enables coil-splitting and series/parallel switching on compatible guitars. The Antiquity does not list this feature.
Are these pickups hum-canceling?
The Antiquity's neck pickup uses reverse wound/reverse polarity design, so both pickups together hum-cancel in traditional Tele fashion. The Pearly Gates Zebra uses vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback but does not feature hum-canceling design.
Which is better for studio recording?
Both are excellent studio pickups. The Antiquity excels at capturing authentic vintage tone with dynamic response; the Pearly Gates Zebra offers controlled articulation and balanced frequencies that work across multiple recording styles without coil-splitting.