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Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck Black Pickup
The Retro Antiquity P90 is a single-coil bridge pickup for vintage Gibson P90 guitars seeking authentic 1950s tone, while the Hades Gates is a medium-output humbucker neck pickup designed for articulate, extended-range playing in modern or semi-hollow guitars. Choose the P90 if you're upgrading or restoring a P90-equipped instrument; choose the Hades Gates if you need a versatile neck humbucker for jazz, progressive, or studio work.
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Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup
Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck Black Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup
- ✓ Authentic vintage P90 character with hand-fabricated construction and period-correct voicing
- ✓ Direct drop-in replacement for standard Gibson P90 dog ear cavities with zero modification
- ✓ Warm, articulate tone with full midrange punch and natural breakup across clean and driven tones
Why choose Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck Black Pickup
- ✓ Medium-output humbucker with excellent harmonic complexity and string separation for extended range and chord voicings
- ✓ 4-conductor shielded cable enables coil-tapping and phase switching for wiring flexibility
- ✓ Hand-built in Santa Barbara with balanced clarity and controlled response ideal for neck position work
Frequently asked questions
Can these pickups be used in the same guitar?
No. The Retro Antiquity P90 is engineered for standard Gibson P90 dog ear cavities (single-coil format), while the Hades Gates is a humbucker designed for standard humbucker cavities. They serve different guitar types and positions.
Which pickup has higher output?
The Hades Gates is a medium-output humbucker (8.06 kΩ), while the Retro Antiquity P90 delivers vintage-level output (8.6 kΩ). The humbucker's dual-coil design naturally produces more volume, but the P90's vintage character prioritizes tone over raw power.
Are both suitable for jazz?
Yes, both are listed as suitable for jazz, but they approach it differently. The P90 delivers warm, articulate vintage tones ideal for classic blues-based jazz. The Hades Gates offers balanced clarity and harmonic complexity better suited to modern jazz, progressive, and complex chord voicings.
Do these require modification to install?
The Retro Antiquity P90 drops directly into standard Gibson P90 cavities with zero modification. The Hades Gates has short mounting legs that fit standard humbucker cavities without requiring modification.