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Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Cream Pickup Set vs Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Black Pickup Set
Both are hand-wound vintage Seymour Duncan P90s in the budget tier, but they differ in cover style and tonal emphasis: the Soapbar Cream prioritizes transparency and dynamic responsiveness, while the Dog Ear Black emphasizes thick midrange and natural breakup. Choose Soapbar for pure vintage clarity; choose Dog Ear for a warmer, more aggressive vintage character.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Cream Pickup Set
Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Black Pickup Set
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Cream Pickup Set | Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Black Pickup Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $278.00 | $278.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Cream Pickup Set
- ✓ Tonally transparent and responsive to playing dynamics
- ✓ Cream soapbar cover matches period-correct 1950s aesthetic
- ✓ Slightly compressed character that preserves articulation across registers
- ✓ Drop-in replacement for standard P90-sized routes
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Black Pickup Set
- ✓ Thicker, wordier tone with pronounced articulate midrange
- ✓ Natural breakup and singing response ideal for blues and rock
- ✓ Dun-Aged Alnico II magnets and aged black covers for authentic vintage character
- ✓ Balanced bridge (7.9k) and neck (8.52k) DC resistance specifications provided
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The Soapbar Cream emphasizes transparency and dynamic response with a slightly compressed character, while the Dog Ear Black delivers a thicker, warmer tone with pronounced midrange and natural breakup. Both are vintage-voiced, but Soapbar leans toward clarity and Dog Ear toward presence.
Which pickup set suits blues and rock better?
Both are listed for blues and rock, but the Dog Ear Black is specifically optimized for natural breakup and singing response, making it slightly more aggressive. The Soapbar Cream is equally suitable but prioritizes articulation and dynamics.
Are these drop-in replacements for my guitar?
The Soapbar Cream is confirmed as a drop-in replacement for standard P90-sized routes. The Dog Ear has specific dimensions listed (3.158" × 1.205" coil, 4.645" × 1.60" cover), so verify your guitar's dog ear route matches before purchasing.
What's the construction difference between them?
Both are hand-wound with Alnico II magnets and plain enamel magnet wire. The Dog Ear uses Dun-Aged Alnico II with precision metal spacers and fillister head pole pieces, while the Soapbar uses bar magnets with a flatback tape construction, contributing to their distinct tonal characters.