Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Strat Surfer Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11028-08
Description
Seymour Duncan Antiquity II Surfer Strat Pickup Set
The Antiquity II Surfer pickups capture the warm, articulate character of 1960s Fender single-coils with enhanced output and clarity for studio tracking. Hand-built in Seymour Duncan's Custom Shop, these aged pickups respond with organic breakup and vintage sustain, making them essential for sessions seeking authentic vintage tone without sacrificing modern playability and consistency across multiple takes.
Recording Tone & Vintage Authenticity
Constructed with Alnico 5 rod magnets and lacquered, wax-potted coils, the Antiquity II Surfer set produces the compressed, punchy response characteristic of original 1960s designs. The RW/RP middle pickup configuration (reverse wind/reverse polarity) hums-cancels in positions 2 and 4, eliminating 60-cycle noise in the control room while preserving single-coil character across all pickup selections for clean, usable recordings in any position.
Studio Integration & Wiring
The passive configuration with vintage-correct blue/yellow cloth pushback lead wire ensures straightforward drop-in compatibility with any standard Stratocaster harness. DC resistance values span 6.50k (neck and middle) to 9.80k (bridge), providing balanced output levels that sit predictably in the mix and integrate seamlessly into existing studio signal chains without modification or impedance matching.
Key Features
- Hand-built in Seymour Duncan Custom Shop, aged to replicate 1960s originals
- Alnico 5 rod magnets for warm, responsive vintage tone
- DC Resistance: Neck 6.50k, Middle 6.50k, Bridge 9.80k
- RW/RP (Reverse Wind/Reverse Polarity) middle pickup for hum cancellation
- Lacquered and wax-potted construction for vintage reliability
- Passive configuration
- Vintage-correct blue/yellow cloth pushback lead wire
- Three-pickup Stratocaster set (neck, middle, bridge)
The Antiquity II Surfer set combines the tonal character essential to classic Strat recordings with the build quality and consistency of modern manufacturing, delivering era-appropriate voice that translates reliably across sessions and into your final mix.
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At a Glance
The Antiquity II Surfer set captures the warm, punchy character of classic 1960s Stratocasters while maintaining the clarity and output needed for modern recording and mixing. Hand-built with Alnico 5 magnets and wax-potted construction, they integrate seamlessly into any session harness and deliver organic breakup and vintage sustain that sits naturally in blues, rock, indie, and country arrangements. Ideal for producers and engineers tracking players who demand period-correct tone without the hum or inconsistency of original vintage pickups.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Country
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these pickups fit my Stratocaster without modification?
Yes. The Antiquity II Surfer set is a three-pickup Stratocaster configuration with passive wiring and vintage-correct blue/yellow cloth pushback lead wire, designed for straightforward drop-in compatibility with any standard Strat harness. No modification to your existing electronics is required.
Do these pickups reduce hum in positions 2 and 4?
Yes. The middle pickup uses reverse wind/reverse polarity (RW/RP) configuration, which hum-cancels in the middle positions (2 and 4) while preserving the single-coil character across all five pickup selections.
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
The Antiquity II Surfer set is ideal for blues, rock, indie, and country playing. They excel at delivering warm, articulate vintage tone with organic breakup and are not recommended for metal or djent styles.
How do the DC resistance values affect tone and output?
The neck and middle pickups are 6.50k ohms while the bridge is 9.80k ohms, providing balanced output levels that integrate seamlessly into existing wiring. This range ensures consistent response across all three positions while maintaining the compressed, punchy character of original 1960s designs.
Are these hand-built, and what makes them different from stock pickups?
Yes, they are hand-built in Seymour Duncan's Custom Shop and aged to replicate 1960s originals. They feature Alnico 5 rod magnets, lacquered and wax-potted construction for vintage reliability, delivering era-appropriate voice with the consistency of modern manufacturing.
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