Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jaguar Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11038-26
Description
Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Jaguar Pickup Set
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II Jaguar set delivers authentically voiced single-coil character with modern construction techniques, engineered for recording sessions demanding period-correct tone without sacrificing reliability. These hand-wound pickups capture the offset guitar's natural chime and clarity while offering improved output and controlled feedback—critical for clean tracking and mix clarity across genre work.
Tone & Voicing for Recording
The matched pair—6.45k bridge and 6.51k neck pickup combination—produces the jangly, articulate response that sits precisely in dense mixes and cuts through in layered arrangements. The heavy formvar mag wire and Alnico 5 rod magnets ground the tone in vintage authenticity while the neck pickup wound RWRP (reverse wound, reverse polarity) eliminates hum when both pickups are engaged together, streamlining your tracking workflow without phase cancellation issues.
Construction & Studio Integration
Seymour Duncan hand-winds these pickups in Santa Barbara, California using hand-ground magnets and lacquered and wax potting for durability and feedback control—essential for consistent takes and stable performance across extended studio sessions. Each set drops directly into existing Fender Jaguar "claw" pickup covers as a direct replacement, streamlining your setup time, though covers and claws are not included.
Key Features
- 6.45k bridge and 6.51k neck pickup pair
- Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets
- Custom coil wind with heavy formvar mag wire
- Neck pickup wound RWRP for hum-canceling operation
- Vintage-correct bottom gray flatwork and cloth push-back lead wire
- Lacquered and wax potted construction
- Direct replacement for Fender Jaguar "claw" pickup covers
- Hand-made in Santa Barbara, California
- Includes mounting screws and vintage "push back" cloth braid hookup wire
- Includes schematics for installation reference
These pickups combine hand-wound authenticity with the reliability and noise control expected from modern Seymour Duncan construction, making them essential for home studios and professional sessions requiring authentic Jaguar character with studio-grade consistency.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II Jaguar set captures the iconic chiming, articulate single-coil character essential for indie and alternative recordings, with hand-wound authenticity and modern potting for studio reliability and feedback control. These pickups deliver jangly clarity and vintage tone without the noise and microphonics that plague original equipment, making them ideal for home and professional studio sessions where period-correct tone matters but tracking stability does not. The matched 6.45k/6.51k pair and RWRP neck pickup ensure hum-free operation and versatile voice across rhythm and lead voices in the mix.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Jangle Pop
- ✓ Alternative Rock
- ✓ Vintage Tone Recreation
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these pickups fit my Fender Jaguar?
Yes—these are a direct replacement for any Fender Jaguar with standard claw-style pickup covers. The set drops in without modification. Mounting screws are included; covers and claws are not.
What makes these sound different from original Jaguar pickups?
The Antiquity II uses hand-wound Alnico 5 rod magnets and formvar mag wire to nail the vintage chime and jangle, but adds higher output and controlled feedback through Seymour Duncan's lacquered and wax potting—something original single-coils lack. The RWRP neck pickup also cancels hum when both pickles are engaged together, eliminating a classic Jaguar problem.
Are these good for metal or hard rock?
No—these pickups are voiced for jangle pop, indie, and alternative rock with articulate single-coil clarity. They are not designed for the gain and sustain metal and hard rock demand.
What output level should I expect?
The bridge pickup is wound to 6.45k and the neck to 6.51k, delivering improved output over vintage Jaguar pickups while preserving single-coil character and clarity. This sits well between vintage authenticity and modern playability.
What is included in the set?
You get the matched bridge and neck pickup pair, mounting screws, vintage cloth push-back braid hookup wire, and installation schematics. Pickup covers and claw hardware are not included.
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