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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jazzmaster Pickup Set vs Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Jaguar Pickup Set

The Antiquity II is voiced for Jazzmasters with hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets for woody complexity, while the Antiquity for Jaguar uses calibrated Alnico II magnets for jangly, cutting tones. Choose Antiquity II if you own a Jazzmaster and want harmonic depth; choose Antiquity for Jaguar if you play a Jaguar and prefer brighter, more articulate vintage tones.

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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jazzmaster Pickup Set

$238.00
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Jaguar Pickup Set

$238.00
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jazzmaster Pickup SetSeymour Duncan Antiquity for Jaguar Pickup Set
Price$238.00$238.00
BrandSeymour DuncanSeymour Duncan
ConditionNewNew

Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jazzmaster Pickup Set

  • Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets deliver warm, woody harmonic complexity
  • Designed specifically for Jazzmaster offset body and electronics
  • Natural breakup response optimized for tube amp compatibility
  • Reverse-wound neck pickup for hum cancellation without tone loss

Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Jaguar Pickup Set

  • Calibrated Alnico II magnets produce jangly, cutting tones ideal for indie and alternative rock
  • Drop-in compatibility with existing Fender American Standard Jaguar covers and claws—no routing needed
  • Heavy formvar wire construction for smooth, resonant output
  • Reverse wound and reverse polarity neck pickup for true hum cancellation
Bottom line: Buy the Antiquity II if you play a Jazzmaster and value woody, complex vintage tones. Buy the Antiquity for Jaguar if you own a Jaguar and want bright, articulate jangly character with zero installation hassle.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use these pickups interchangeably between Jazzmaster and Jaguar?

No. The Antiquity II is designed specifically for Jazzmaster offset construction and electronics, while the Antiquity for Jaguar is tailored for Jaguar specs and drops into existing Jaguar hardware without modification. Using them in the wrong guitar will result in poor fit and tonal mismatch.

What's the main tonal difference between Alnico 5 and Alnico II magnets?

Alnico 5 (Antiquity II) produces warmer, woodier tones with greater harmonic complexity, while Alnico II (Antiquity for Jaguar) delivers brighter, more articulate and cutting tones. Alnico II is characteristic of classic Jaguar voicing; Alnico 5 suits Jazzmaster warmth.

Do both sets include hum cancellation?

Yes. Both include reverse-wound neck pickups for hum cancellation when both pickups are engaged. The Antiquity for Jaguar adds reverse polarity for true hum-canceling performance, while the Antiquity II uses reverse winding for natural magnetic interaction.

Are these hand-built, or mass-produced?

The Antiquity II is hand-built in the Seymour Duncan Custom Shop with hand-ground magnets. The Antiquity for Jaguar uses calibrated Alnico II magnets and is hand-waxed potted, reflecting high-quality vintage-correct construction without full custom-shop hand-winding.

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