Will this pickup fit my 1955 Telecaster?

Yes, this pickup is precision-engineered for drop-in compatibility with 1955 Telecaster bridge position. Top dimensions are 2.870" L × 0.770" W, and height adjustment is available via 6/32 round head slotted screws. Mounting hardware and schematics are included.

What tone character should I expect?

Expect articulate, bell-like clarity with natural compression, bright punchy output, and open, airy character. The 6.4K DC Ohms output and raised D and G pole construction deliver responsive string-to-string definition while keeping low-end warm and controlled. This pickup excels in blues, country, rock, and indie applications.

What makes this different from other vintage Tele pickups?

Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets, vintage-style push-back cloth wire, and lacquered paraffin wax potting combine modern precision engineering with authentic 1950s specifications. The raised D and G pole construction enhances string response, and the pickup responds directly to pick attack and finger dynamics like a well-played vintage instrument.

Is installation difficult?

No—the pickup is a drop-in fit for 1955 Telecaster bridge position with straightforward height adjustment via slotted screws. Mounting hardware and schematics are included to guide installation.

Will this work for metal or aggressive genres?

This pickup is voiced for blues, country, rock, and indie music. Its articulate, bright character and natural compression are not designed for metal or djent applications.

Seymour Duncan Antiquity Bridge Pickup For 1955 Telecaster

The Seymour Duncan Antiquity Bridge Pickup captures the articulate, bell-like clarity and natural compression that defined 1950s Telecaster recordings. Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and vintage-style construction make this pickup responsive to pick attack and finger dynamics, translating genuine playing dynamics into your DAW with the organic character of a well-played vintage instrument—without the fragility or excessive cost of an original.

Tone & Electronics

At 6.4K DC Ohms, this bridge pickup sits in the sweet spot for bright, punchy output with articulate high-end definition and controlled low-end warmth that cuts through dense mixes. The raised D and G pole construction enhances string-to-string response and ensures balanced output across the fretboard, while vintage-style push-back cloth wire and lacquered paraffin wax potting preserve the open, airy character essential to capturing authentic 1955 Telecaster tone on tape or in the box.

Studio Integration & Setup

Precision-engineered dimensions and hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets ensure drop-in compatibility with your 1955 Telecaster bridge position. Height adjustment via 6/32 round head slotted screws allows fine-tuning of output and tone character to match your session requirements, and the included mounting hardware and schematics make installation and setup straightforward for quick tracking and overdub sessions.

Key Features

Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets
6.4K DC Ohms for articulate, period-correct output
Raised D & G pole construction for enhanced string response
Top pickup dimensions: 2.870" L × 0.770" W
Bottom pickup dimensions: 2.885" L × 1.510" W
Total pickup height: 0.678"
Total magnet height: 0.625"
Vintage-style push-back cloth wire
Lacquered and potted in lamp black paraffin wax
South polarity with top-coming winding direction
Height adjustment via 6/32 round head slotted screws
Includes mounting hardware and schematics

This Antiquity bridge pickup combines meticulous vintage specifications with modern consistency, delivering the exact sonic character your 1955 Telecaster requires for professional recording sessions.

Condition	New
Country of Manufacture	United States