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Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan JB Jr. Tele Bridge Pickup
The Retro Antiquity P90 is a warm, vintage-voiced bridge pickup for Gibson P90 routes suited to blues and rock traditionalists, while the JB Jr. Tele is a high-output, aggressive humbucker-in-single-coil format designed for modern rock and metal players on Telecasters. Choose based on your guitar type and whether you want classic warmth or modern punch.
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Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Bridge Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan JB Jr. Tele Bridge 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 tone with Alnico 2 magnets and hand-crafted construction
- ✓ Warm, articulate character with natural breakup ideal for blues and jazz
- ✓ Direct drop-in replacement for Gibson P90 dog ear routes with no modification needed
- ✓ Balanced across all strings without harshness
Why choose Seymour Duncan JB Jr. Tele Bridge Pickup
- ✓ High-output (16.28k ohms) aggressive tone packed into single-coil Tele footprint
- ✓ Ceramic magnet delivers punchy midrange and sustain for rock and metal
- ✓ Vacuum wax potting eliminates noise and feedback for clean studio recordings
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables series, parallel, and split-coil flexibility
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup fits my guitar?
The Retro Antiquity P90 is designed as a direct drop-in for Gibson guitars with standard P90 dog ear routes. The JB Jr. Tele fits standard Telecaster single-coil bridge positions. Check your guitar's pickup cavity shape and size before purchasing.
Can I use either pickup for metal?
The JB Jr. Tele is specifically recommended for metal and hard rock with its 16.28k ohms high-output and punchy character. The Retro Antiquity P90 is not ideal for metal, as its vintage voicing and natural breakup are tuned for blues, rock, and jazz instead.
What's the main tone difference?
The Retro Antiquity P90 delivers warm, articulate vintage character with full midrange punch and natural breakup. The JB Jr. Tele produces aggressive, punchy modern tones with extended high-end presence and sustain-focused output.
Which offers more wiring options?
The JB Jr. Tele includes 4-conductor wiring that enables series, parallel, and split-coil configurations for tonal flexibility. The Retro Antiquity P90 features 1-conductor braided shield wiring without split options.