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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for ‘55 Telecaster Pickup Set vs Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Black Pickup Set
The Antiquity for '55 is a vintage-voiced single-coil set designed for blues, country, and classic rock tones, while the Hades Gates Black is an overwound humbucker built for metal, djent, and high-gain styles. Choose the Antiquity for authentic 1950s Telecaster character; choose the Hades Gates Black for aggressive, modern articulation in distorted contexts.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity for ‘55 Telecaster Pickup Set
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity for ‘55 Telecaster Pickup Set | Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Black Pickup Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $258.00 | $258.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity for ‘55 Telecaster Pickup Set
- ✓ Authentic 1950s single-coil voicing with hand-ground Alnico 2 magnets
- ✓ Reverse wound/reverse polarity hum cancellation preserves vintage tone
- ✓ Natural compression and smooth, singing leads ideal for blues and country
- ✓ Vintage-correct construction with cloth wire and paraffin wax potting
Why choose Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Black Pickup Set
- ✓ Overwound humbuckers deliver high output and tight low-end for metal and djent
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Articulate midrange clarity cuts through dense distortion without harshness
- ✓ Short mounting legs accommodate various guitar cavity configurations
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups on the same guitar?
No. The Antiquity for '55 is a single-coil Telecaster set, while the Hades Gates Black comprises humbuckers. They are not compatible with the same guitar body or wiring configuration.
Which pickup set has lower output?
The Antiquity for '55 has an 8.00k DCR neck specification with lower, balanced output designed for clarity. The Hades Gates Black is overwound at 8.06k (neck) and 8.90k (bridge) for substantially higher output suited to high-gain amplification.
Do either of these pickups require special wiring?
The Antiquity for '55 features reverse wound/reverse polarity construction that pairs with the Antiquity Tele Lead bridge pickup for hum cancellation. The Hades Gates Black includes 4-conductor wiring for coil-splitting capability when paired with appropriate electronics.
Which is better for studio recording?
The Antiquity for '55 excels in studio sessions for its vintage-accurate warmth and articulation in blues, country, and classic rock. The Hades Gates Black is better suited for recording metal, djent, or high-gain genres where its focused attack and controlled compression matter most.