Seymour Duncan Antiquity for ‘55 Telecaster Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11024-28
Description
Seymour Duncan Antiquity for '55 Telecaster Neck Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity for '55 Telecaster neck pickup delivers the warm, articulate character of 1950s single-coil design with modern refinement. Hand-ground Alnico 2 magnets and vintage-correct construction make this pickup an authentic choice for players pursuing authentic vintage Telecaster tones without the fragility of original pickups. The neck position's lower output complements aggressive bridge pickups and provides smooth, singing leads with natural compression.
Tonal Character & Design
Hand-ground Alnico 2 magnets produce warm, open highs and responsive midrange typical of 1950s Fender designs. The reverse wound/reverse polarity construction cancels hum when paired with the Antiquity Tele Lead bridge pickup, eliminating the 60-cycle noise inherent in traditional single coils while preserving the vintage sonic footprint. On stage, this means transparent neck tones that cut through live mixes without the frustrating hum that plagues vintage rigs.
Wiring & Construction
Vintage-style push-back cloth wire and lamp black paraffin wax potting replicate original specifications, reducing microphonic feedback while maintaining the clarity and sustain of era-correct single-coil design. The 8.00k DCR neck specification delivers balanced output with natural breakup characteristics. Road-tested materials and construction mean reliable performance night after night.
Key Features
- Hand-ground Alnico 2 magnet (neck position)
- Neck DCR: 8.00k
- Reverse wound/reverse polarity design for hum cancellation
- Vintage-style push-back cloth wire
- Lacquered and potted in lamp black paraffin wax
- Passive design
- Alnico 2 & Alnico 5 magnet composition
- Cloth push-back cable included
This neck pickup combines meticulous vintage specifications with practical noise rejection, making it a reliable foundation for authentic '55 Telecaster tone in the hands of gigging musicians and collectors alike.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity for '55 Telecaster is a hand-wound neck pickup that captures authentic 1950s Fender single-coil warmth and articulation without the noise issues of original pickups. Built with hand-ground Alnico 2 magnets, vintage-correct construction, and reverse-wound design for hum cancellation, it delivers smooth, singing leads with natural compression and open highs that cut through on stage and in the studio. Choose it if you want genuine vintage Telecaster character in blues, country, and rock with the reliability and clarity modern players need.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Blues, Country, Rock, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | Warm, articulate, open highs, responsive midrange, natural compression |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this neck pickup come as a set with a bridge pickup?
This listing is for the neck pickup only. It is designed to pair with the Antiquity Tele Lead bridge pickup for complete hum-canceling performance; the reverse-wound/reverse-polarity construction eliminates 60-cycle noise only when both pickups are installed together.
What is the output and will it work with high-gain amplifiers?
The neck pickup has an 8.00k DCR (direct current resistance) with natural compression and balanced output typical of vintage single-coil design. It excels in blues, country, and rock but is not voiced for metal or djent styles.
How does this compare to original 1950s Telecaster pickups?
The Antiquity replicates vintage specifications—hand-ground Alnico 2 magnets, vintage-style push-back cloth wire, and lamp black paraffin wax potting—but with reverse-wound design for hum rejection and modern reliability. You get authentic '55 tone without the microphonic feedback and fragility of originals.
Is this pickup suitable for intermediate players?
Yes. The Antiquity is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players pursuing vintage Telecaster character across blues, country, rock, and studio sessions.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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