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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Neck Pickup (Black) vs Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Black)
The Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Neck is designed as a neck-position pickup with slightly lower output (7.80k ohms) and RW/RP hum-cancelling when paired with a bridge model, while the Bridge version delivers higher output for the bridge position with articulate highs and woody midrange. Choose the Neck if you're building a two-pickup noiseless rig focused on melodic clarity; choose the Bridge if you need the bridge-position voice or are a beginner exploring P-90 tone.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Neck Pickup (Black)
Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Black)
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Neck Pickup (Black) | Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Black) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.00 | $139.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Neck Pickup (Black)
- ✓ RW/RP hum-cancelling construction eliminates AC noise when paired with matching bridge pickup
- ✓ 7.80k ohms output optimized for neck-position response and sustain
- ✓ Sweet, singing quality rewards single-note melodic playing
- ✓ Hand-fabricated with vintage construction methods for authentic P-90 character
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Black)
- ✓ Suitable for beginners through professionals across skill levels
- ✓ Bridge-position voicing with articulate highs and woody midrange
- ✓ Warm, vintage character with organic tone
- ✓ Works in country and blues contexts with classic P-90 presence
Frequently asked questions
Can I use just the Neck pickup on its own?
Yes, but the RW/RP hum-cancelling benefit only activates when paired with a matching bridge pickup. As a standalone neck pickup, it will still deliver classic P-90 warmth and articulate midrange, though hum rejection depends on your environment and wiring.
What's the DC resistance difference, and why does it matter?
The Neck model is specified at 7.80k ohms, optimized for cleaner, more articulate neck-position response. Bridge pickups typically have higher output to balance the neck pickup's natural acoustic dominance. The exact Bridge ohm rating is not listed here, but bridge P-90s usually sit higher to maintain tonal balance across both positions.
Which pickup suits metal or high-gain genres?
Neither is ideal for metal or djent; both are designed for blues, rock, jazz, and classic-rock contexts where vintage warmth and articulate midrange are prized over aggressive saturation or extended treble.
Do I need both pickups, or can I buy just one?
You can buy either separately, but for optimal hum cancellation and tonal balance, purchasing the Neck and Bridge together as a matched pair is recommended. If you're upgrading a single position, either pickup works standalone, though the hum-cancelling feature only engages when both are installed together.