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Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surfer Pickup Set vs Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
The Retro Antiquity II is a vintage-voiced electric guitar pickup set for surf rock and classic rock; the Rex Brown Signature is a bass pickup set with active preamp for heavy music. These are completely different instruments—guitarists need the Retro Antiquity II, bass players need the Rex Brown Signature.
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Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surfer Pickup Set
Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surfer Pickup Set | Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $327.00 | $319.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Retro Antiquity II Strat Surfer Pickup Set
- ✓ Authentic 1960s vintage tone with glassy highs and woody midrange
- ✓ Hand-crafted in USA with period-correct appearance and construction
- ✓ Hum-cancelling middle pickup (RW/RP) eliminates buzz in positions 2 and 4
- ✓ Budget-friendly price tier with balanced response across neck, middle, and bridge
Why choose Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
- ✓ Pre-wired drop-in solution requires no soldering or complex installation
- ✓ Switchable 3-band active preamp for precise bass, mid, and treble control
- ✓ Quarter Pounder pickups deliver high output and extended low end for heavy music
- ✓ Complete hardware package included with quality potentiometers and knobs
Frequently asked questions
What instrument does each set fit?
The Retro Antiquity II is a Stratocaster electric guitar pickup set. The Rex Brown Signature is a bass pickup set designed for PJ-style bass guitar bodies.
Which is easier to install?
The Rex Brown Signature is pre-wired and drop-in ready, requiring minimal soldering. The Retro Antiquity II requires standard guitar pickup installation into a Strat body.
What genres are these designed for?
The Retro Antiquity II excels in surf rock, classic rock, blues, and indie. The Rex Brown Signature is built for heavy music genres and aggressive bass playing styles.
Do these include electronics?
The Retro Antiquity II is passive pickups only with no onboard electronics. The Rex Brown Signature includes a switchable 3-band active preamp with full wiring harness.