Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Neck Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11034-65-RSPD
Description
Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Neck Black Pickup
The Antiquity P90 Dog Ear Neck captures the warm, woody character of vintage P90s with meticulous hand-winding and aged components. This neck-position pickup delivers the smooth, articulate midrange and natural compression essential for cutting through mixes in rock and blues sessions. Hand-wound for authentic vintage voicing with modern reliability, it pairs seamlessly with a bridge-position counterpart for hum-cancelling operation during layered tracking and overdub work.
Tone & Magnetic Design
Two specially calibrated Dun-Aged™ Alnico II magnets with north polarity generate the thick, organic response that sits perfectly in the midrange spectrum. The DC resistance of 7.8 ohms and inductance of 6.85 henries establish a midrange-forward character with smooth treble roll-off and fat low end, making this pickup versatile across vintage sessions, modern rock recordings, and genre-blending production.
Construction & Specifications
Hand-fabricated with plain enamel magnet wire wound in the top-going direction, this pickup features six fillister head pole pieces and flatback tape construction for authentic tonal response. The aged thermoformed black cover contributes to the harmonic character while the RW/RP winding pattern eliminates hum when paired with the bridge model—critical for clean tracking and post-production flexibility.
Key Features
- Two Dun-Aged™ Alnico II magnets with north polarity
- DC Resistance: 7.8 ohms
- Inductance: 6.85 henries
- Hand-fabricated bobbin with plain enamel magnet wire
- Top-going winding direction
- RW/RP configuration for hum-cancelling in neck/bridge pair
- Aged thermoformed black dog ear cover
- Six fillister head pole pieces
- Pickup cover dimensions: 4.645" L × 1.60" W × .315" H
- Center-to-center spacing: 3.825"
- Mounted in cavity with height adjustment capability
- Calibrated for consistent performance
This Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 delivers the harmonic complexity and natural sustain that translates authentically to recorded tracks while maintaining the consistency required across multi-take sessions and production environments.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity P90 Dog Ear is a hand-wound neck pickup engineered to sit in a mix with articulate, midrange-forward character and natural compression—ideal for tracking blues, rock, and classic rock sessions where you need organic tone and harmonic complexity. Its calibrated Dun-Aged Alnico II magnets and RW/RP hum-cancelling design make it a dependable choice for studio recording without the noise issues that plague vintage units. Perfect for producers and home-studio owners who want authentic P90 character in the DAW.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Classic rock
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RW/RP winding pattern, and why does it matter?
RW/RP means the neck and bridge pickups are wound in opposite directions with reversed magnet polarity, allowing them to cancel hum when used together while maintaining full tonal output. This is essential if you plan to use both a neck and bridge Antiquity P90 in the same guitar.
Will this pickup work in any guitar, or does it need a specific cavity?
This dog-ear neck pickup is designed for semi-hollow and solid-body guitars with a P90-style neck cavity and mounting hardware. It has adjustable height capability once mounted, allowing you to dial in your preferred output level and tone balance with the bridge pickup.
What genres is this pickup best suited for?
The Antiquity P90 excels in blues, rock, jazz, and classic rock where smooth midrange, articulate response, and warm tone are prized. It is not designed for metal or djent styles, which typically demand higher output and sharper treble response.
How does this compare to other vintage-style P90 pickups like Gibson or Fender Pure Vintage?
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity uses hand-wound construction and Dun-Aged Alnico II magnets to replicate vintage P90 character with modern consistency and reliability. While Gibson and Fender Pure Vintage models offer authentic voicing, the Antiquity is engineered for predictable performance across production runs and delivers the same harmonic complexity and natural sustain without vintage-unit fragility.
What are the exact dimensions and spacing for installation?
The pickup cover measures 4.645 inches long by 1.60 inches wide by 0.315 inches tall, with a center-to-center pole-piece spacing of 3.825 inches. These specs ensure compatibility with standard P90 cavities and hardware.
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