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Seymour Duncan Antiquity, Fully Loaded Pickguard, Strat Pickup vs Seymour Duncan ASB-2ASB Steve Bailey 6-String Fretless System 2-Band Tone Circuit
The Antiquity is a vintage-voiced passive Strat pickup system for guitar players seeking classic single-coil tone, while the ASB-2ASB is an active bass electronics system built for 6-string fretless bass with modern tone-shaping controls. Choose Antiquity for traditional guitar blues and rock; choose ASB-2ASB if you play fretless bass and need harmonic clarity and active EQ.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity, Fully Loaded Pickguard, Strat Pickup
Seymour Duncan ASB-2ASB Steve Bailey 6-String Fretless System 2-Band Tone Circuit
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity, Fully Loaded Pickguard, Strat Pickup | Seymour Duncan ASB-2ASB Steve Bailey 6-String Fretless System 2-Band Tone Circuit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $469.00 | $475.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | — | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity, Fully Loaded Pickguard, Strat Pickup
- ✓ Drop-in fully loaded pickguard solution—no wiring required
- ✓ Noiseless hum cancellation in positions 2 and 4 despite single-coil design
- ✓ Authentic early-1960s tone with warm midrange and articulate treble
- ✓ Hand-signed by Seymour W. Duncan; entirely USA-made in Santa Barbara
Why choose Seymour Duncan ASB-2ASB Steve Bailey 6-String Fretless System 2-Band Tone Circuit
- ✓ Purpose-built for 6-string fretless bass with harmonic clarity optimized for that instrument
- ✓ 2-band active EQ with frequency contour switch to emphasize fretless expression
- ✓ Long battery life—approximately 1,000 continuous hours per 9V battery
- ✓ Fine-tuning trim pots allow precise frequency contour adjustment for individual instruments
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Antiquity on bass or the ASB-2ASB on guitar?
No. The Antiquity is a Strat pickup system designed for 6-string electric guitar. The ASB-2ASB is an active electronics system engineered for 6-string fretless bass. They are not cross-compatible instruments.
What skill level suits each product?
The Antiquity targets intermediate, advanced, and professional guitar players. The ASB-2ASB is designed for fretless bass players and includes a pre-wired harness for straightforward installation, making it accessible to players ready to upgrade their rig.
Does the Antiquity require soldering or wiring?
No. The Antiquity is a fully loaded pickguard assembly with pre-soldered connections and a Switchcraft output jack, designed as a complete drop-in solution.
What genres are these systems suited for?
The Antiquity excels in blues, rock, jazz, and funk—not metal or djent. The ASB-2ASB is voiced specifically for fretless bass and works across styles where that instrument fits, with tone-shaping tools for expressive playing.