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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Firebird, Gold Pickup Set vs Seymour Duncan Pickgrd Assy, Classic, White Pickup
The Antiquity II is a vintage-voiced mini-humbucker set for Firebird guitars seeking period-correct warmth and character; the Pickgrd Assy is a complete three-pickup pickguard assembly for Stratocaster-style instruments offering hum-cancelling versatility and coil-splitting options. Choose the Antiquity II if you own a Firebird and want authentic vintage tone, or the Pickgrd Assy if you have a Strat-style guitar and need flexible, noise-free performance.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Firebird, Gold Pickup Set
Seymour Duncan Pickgrd Assy, Classic, White Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Firebird, Gold Pickup Set | Seymour Duncan Pickgrd Assy, Classic, White Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $358.00 | $363.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity II for Firebird, Gold Pickup Set
- ✓ Authentic Firebird mini-humbucker character with warm, articulate vintage voice
- ✓ Non-wax-potted design preserves natural resonance and organic clarity
- ✓ Direct drop-in replacement for standard Firebird pickups with period-correct specs
- ✓ Handcrafted with Alnico 5 magnets for compressed, natural sustain
Why choose Seymour Duncan Pickgrd Assy, Classic, White Pickup
- ✓ Complete three-pickup pickguard assembly ready to mount on Strat-pattern guitars
- ✓ Coil-splitting capability and hum-cancelling Stack mode for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Solderless Liberator system enables tool-free installation and swapping
- ✓ Vacuum wax potted for feedback-free, noise-free performance in any condition
Frequently asked questions
What guitar does each pickup fit?
The Antiquity II is specifically engineered for Firebird guitars with standard mini-humbucker routing and rings. The Pickgrd Assy mounts to an 11-screw USA pickguard pattern, making it compatible with Stratocaster-style guitars.
Do I need soldering experience to install these?
The Antiquity II requires a Firebird and careful hardware matching but no soldering if using existing wiring. The Pickgrd Assy uses Seymour Duncan's solderless Liberator system, allowing complete installation and swapping without any soldering tools.
Which is better for studio recording?
Both suit studio work, but for different guitars. The Antiquity II excels in Firebirds for warm, articulate classic rock and jazz tones. The Pickgrd Assy offers greater tonal range in Strats, with single-coil clarity and hum-cancelling humbucker warmth switchable in real time.
How do the pickup designs prevent feedback?
The Antiquity II uses non-wax potting to preserve natural resonance while minimizing microphonic feedback. The Pickgrd Assy employs vacuum wax potting and Stack Plus hum-cancelling design to eliminate squealing and noise under high-volume conditions.