Is this pickup right for jazz and blues playing?

Yes—the Antiquity 2 Jive is specifically designed for jazz bass and excels in jazz, blues, and funk. Its warm, articulate tone with smooth low-mids is built to anchor those genres on stage and in the studio.

What's the tone like compared to other jazz bass pickups?

It delivers vintage character and natural sustain similar to the Fender Original '62 and DiMarzio Model J, but at a more budget-friendly price point. Expect warm, smooth low-mids with articulate response that won't sound harsh or thin.

Will this work for metal or modern genres?

No—this pickup is optimized for jazz, blues, and funk. It's not designed for metal or djent styles, where you'd want a brighter, more aggressive response.

What skill level is this pickup suited for?

The Antiquity 2 Jive works for beginners, intermediate players, and advanced musicians alike. There's no steep learning curve; it simply gives you classic jazz tone regardless of your experience level.

Is this a neck or bridge pickup?

This is a neck pickup. It's built to deliver the warm, smooth tone needed in the neck position for traditional jazz bass voice.

Seymour Duncan Antiquity 2 Jive Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass

The Antiquity II Jive delivers the warm, articulate voice of a late-1960s Jazz Bass neck pickup with modern consistency and reliability. Hand-wound in Seymour Duncan's Custom Shop, this pickup excels at capturing both the woody fundamentals of vintage bass tone and the clarity needed for contemporary jazz and fusion contexts. The moderate output and carefully calibrated magnets make it an ideal match for players seeking authenticity without sacrificing playability or response.

Tone & Construction

The 8.1 ohm DC resistance and hand-ground calibrated Alnico 5 rod magnets produce a vintage-voiced output with the harmonic depth expected from period-correct Jazz Bass designs. Lacquered and wax potting ensures solid structural integrity while preserving the natural resonance of the coil, and the RW/RP winding configuration eliminates hum while maintaining tonal authenticity.

Specifications & Compatibility

Built for 4-string Jazz Bass neck position installation, this pickup measures 3.492" length × .628" width (top coil) with a total height of .695" and magnet height of .780". The cloth push-back cable suits period-correct builds and retrofit projects alike, integrating seamlessly into vintage or vintage-inspired bass wiring schemes.

Key Features

Jazz Bass neck position pickup
Hand-made in Seymour Duncan Custom Shop
Hand-ground calibrated Alnico 5 rod magnets
DC Resistance: 8.1 ohms
Vintage output character
Lacquered and wax potted construction
RW/RP (Reverse Wound/Reverse Polarity) winding for hum-free operation
Late 1960s era gray flatwork
Cloth push-back cable
Dimensions: 3.492" L × .628" W (top coil) × .695" total height
Magnet height: .780"
4-string configuration

This is an authentic reproduction of the sought-after Antiquity II platform, delivering the sonic character and hand-crafted quality that serious Jazz Bass players demand.

Condition	New
Country of Manufacture	United States