Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Single Coil Precision Bass Pickup
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for Single Coil Precision Bass Pickup
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Description
Seymour Duncan Antiquity Single Coil Precision Bass Pickup
The Antiquity Single Coil P-Bass captures a warm, articulate response with the vintage character that defined classic Precision bass recordings. Handcrafted in Santa Barbara using time-honored winding techniques, this pickup bridges the gap between modern reliability and authentic 1950s–60s voice. In the studio, it delivers genuine vintage warmth without compromise—a responsive, musical pickup that cuts through a mix with natural presence and sits perfectly in dense arrangements.
Tone & Magnetic Design
Built with four Alnico 2 rod magnets and plain enamel magnet wire, this pickup produces a focused, woody fundamental with natural compression in the low end. The 650G unloaded output and 11.31K ohms DC resistance yield a smooth, slightly compressed tone ideal for tracking sessions, vintage-voiced productions, and recordings where articulation matters as much as depth. The controlled low-end response tracks cleanly through EQ and compression chains without muddiness.
Winding & Wiring
Hand-wound construction using classic cloth "push back" hookup wire—protected with wax-coated string—ensures durability and authentic signal path integrity. This meticulous approach to assembly contributes to the pickup's organic response and long-term stability across back-to-back recording sessions in professional environments.
Key Features
- Four Alnico 2 rod magnets
- Plain enamel magnet wire construction
- DC Resistance: 11.31K ohms
- Inductance: 6.447H
- Output: 650G unloaded
- Classic cloth "push back" hookup wire with wax-coated string protection
- Hand-wound in Santa Barbara, California
- Single-coil Precision Bass format
The Antiquity Single Coil P-Bass is engineered for producers and session players who demand vintage tone grounded in solid construction and transparent, expressive response across the frequency spectrum. It tracks and mixes with clarity while preserving the character that classic recordings were built on.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity Single Coil Precision Bass Pickup is a hand-wound, Alnico 2–magnet design that captures the warm, articulate tone of 1950s–60s Precision basses—ideal for recording classic rock, blues, and vintage-flavored sessions. Its 650G output and natural compression sit beautifully in a mix, delivering focused low end and organic response that translates well to multitrack recording without requiring heavy EQ. Choose it when your production calls for authentic vintage warmth with transparent, expressive character.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Vintage-voiced rigs
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
- – Extended Range
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this pickup sound different from a standard modern Precision Bass pickup?
The Antiquity uses four Alnico 2 rod magnets and hand-wound construction with classic cloth hookup wire, which produces a warm, woody fundamental with natural compression in the low end. This design mimics the tone of 1950s–60s Precision basses, delivering articulate vintage character rather than the tighter, more scooped response of contemporary pickups.
Is this pickup suitable for studio recording?
Yes. The 650G unloaded output and 11.31K ohm DC resistance yield a smooth, slightly compressed tone that sits well in a mix with minimal EQ work, making it ideal for studio sessions, classic rock, blues, and vintage-voiced recording applications.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
It excels in classic rock, blues, and studio sessions where vintage tone and articulation are priorities. It is not recommended for metal, djent, or extended-range playing, where tighter, more aggressive pickup characteristics are needed.
What is included and how do I install it?
The pickup comes ready to install in a standard single-coil Precision Bass cavity with hand-wound wax-coated cloth hookup wire for durability and signal integrity. Installation requires basic soldering and familiarity with pickup wiring; if you are unsure, a qualified tech can handle the swap.
How does this compare to other vintage Precision Bass pickups?
The Antiquity hand-wound construction and Alnico 2 design place it in direct competition with the Fender Original Precision Bass Pickup, Lindy Fralin P-Bass Pickup, and DiMarzio Model P. It combines authentic vintage voice with modern reliability and is handcrafted in Santa Barbara using time-honored winding techniques.
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