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Seymour Duncan Antiquity For Precision Bass Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan TB-12 Trembucker Screamin' Demon Pickup Gold Cover
The Antiquity is a vintage-voiced neck pickup for warm, articulate jazz and funk tones, while the TB-12 Screamin' Demon is a high-output bridge pickup designed for metal and hard rock aggression. Choose the Antiquity if you play smooth, dynamic styles; choose the TB-12 if you need punchy clarity and sustain in high-gain settings.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity For Precision Bass Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan TB-12 Trembucker Screamin' Demon Pickup Gold Cover
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity For Precision Bass Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan TB-12 Trembucker Screamin' Demon Pickup Gold Cover | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159.00 | $159.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity For Precision Bass Neck Pickup
- ✓ Warm, woody midrange tone authentic to 1960s precision bass character
- ✓ Hand-crafted construction with sand-cast magnets and waxed cloth wire
- ✓ Low microphonic noise and dynamic response ideal for jazz, funk, and studio work
- ✓ Budget-friendly entry to vintage-voiced pickup quality
Why choose Seymour Duncan TB-12 Trembucker Screamin' Demon Pickup Gold Cover
- ✓ High output (10.9k Ohm) and 7 kHz resonant peak cut through dense mixes
- ✓ Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance at high volumes
- ✓ Trembucker spacing and adjustable screws provide flexible bridge setup
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel options
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups in the same instrument?
No. The Antiquity is a neck pickup for precision bass guitars, while the TB-12 is a bridge pickup for guitars with trembucker spacing. They are designed for completely different instruments and positions.
Which pickup has more output?
The TB-12 Screamin' Demon is engineered for high output with a 10.9k Ohm DC resistance and elevated coil winding. The Antiquity prioritizes articulate midrange and dynamic response over raw output.
Are these pickups suitable for beginners?
Both are listed for intermediate, advanced, and professional skill levels. The Antiquity suits players learning vintage bass tone; the TB-12 suits guitarists comfortable with high-gain settings and bridge pickup dynamics.
How do construction materials affect tone?
The Antiquity uses hand-ground sand-cast magnets and waxed cloth wire for organic, open vintage character. The TB-12 uses Alnico 5 magnets and a nickel silver bottom plate optimized for articulate, cutting high-gain tones.