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

The Antiquity uses Alnico II magnets for a warmer, smoother vintage tone, while the Antiquity II employs Alnico 5 magnets and hand-wound construction for higher output and more pronounced chiming clarity. Choose the original Antiquity for pure vintage warmth and restoration; choose the Antiquity II for brighter articulation and improved feedback control.

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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Jaguar Pickup Set

$238.00
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jaguar Pickup Set

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

Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Jaguar Pickup Set

  • Alnico II magnets deliver authentically warm, smooth vintage tone
  • Slightly lower price tier within budget range
  • Direct drop-in replacement with no modifications needed
  • Hand-waxed potting ensures durability and noise rejection

Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jaguar Pickup Set

  • Higher output (6.45k/6.51k) provides more presence and cut
  • Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets offer brighter, more chiming clarity
  • Improved controlled feedback response for modern playing
  • Hand-wound in Santa Barbara by skilled craftspeople
Bottom line: Pick the Antiquity if you want the warmest, most historically authentic 1960s Jaguar tone for indie and jangle pop purists. Pick the Antiquity II if you need more output, brightness, and feedback control while staying period-correct.

Frequently asked questions

What's the main tonal difference between these two sets?

The Antiquity II sounds brighter and more articulate with pronounced chiming clarity thanks to Alnico 5 magnets, while the original Antiquity delivers a warmer, smoother tone characteristic of true vintage Jaguars with Alnico II magnets. Both are authentic, but the II adds modern output and presence.

Do both sets work with my existing Jaguar covers and claws?

Yes, both are direct replacements for standard Fender Jaguar claw pickup covers. Neither requires routing or modification to your instrument.

Which is better for indie and alternative rock?

Both excel in these genres. The Antiquity suits players prioritizing authentic warm vintage tone; the Antiquity II suits those wanting vintage character with stronger output and chiming articulation for cutting through mixes.

Do both have hum-canceling neck pickups?

Yes, both neck pickups are reverse wound and reverse polarity (RWRP), providing true hum cancellation when both pickups are engaged together.

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