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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Cream) vs Seymour Duncan Antiquity Dog Ear P-90 Bridge Pickup
Both are vintage-voiced P-90 bridge pickups at the same price, differing primarily in physical form factor: the Soapbar has a modern enclosed design while the Dog Ear uses a classic open-coil style. Choose Soapbar for guitars with routed soapbar cavities; choose Dog Ear for guitars with traditional P-90 mounting holes.
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Cream)
Seymour Duncan Antiquity Dog Ear P-90 Bridge Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Cream) | Seymour Duncan Antiquity Dog Ear P-90 Bridge Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.00 | $139.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Bridge | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity Soapbar P-90 Bridge Pickup (Cream)
- ✓ Fits modern soapbar-routed guitars
- ✓ Slightly compressed output for consistent sustain
- ✓ Cream cover aesthetic blends with many guitars
Why choose Seymour Duncan Antiquity Dog Ear P-90 Bridge Pickup
- ✓ Classic dog-ear design fits vintage-style P-90 routes
- ✓ Woody character with prominent organic sustain
- ✓ Iconic open-coil appearance
Frequently asked questions
What's the actual difference in tone between these two?
Both deliver warm, vintage P-90 character with articulate highs. The Soapbar emphasizes balanced output and slight compression; the Dog Ear emphasizes woody character and organic sustain. The differences are subtle and both suit blues, rock, and jazz equally well.
How do I know which one fits my guitar?
Measure your guitar's pickup cavity. Soapbars are rectangular blocks roughly 2 inches by 3 inches. Dog Ears have two mounting holes spaced about 1.5 inches apart and a larger overall footprint. Your guitar's documentation or a quick comparison photo will confirm which you need.
Are these good for beginners?
Yes. Both are rated for all skill levels and deliver classic, forgiving tones that work across blues, rock, jazz, and indie. Neither requires advanced technique to sound musical.
Can either handle metal?
Not ideally. Both are designed for vintage tones and lack the brightness and output metal genres typically demand. The Soapbar is slightly less ideal for metal than the Dog Ear, but neither is marketed for those styles.