Seymour Duncan AN1405-G - ANTIQUITY HB EASEL GOLD
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A Seymour Duncan humbucker with a vintage character, designed for the bridge position
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity HB Bridge is aimed at guitarists seeking the tone and feel of an "old school" pickup, with a lively response under the fingers. Positioned at the bridge, it emphasizes playing precision, chord articulation, and presence in the mix, while maintaining the typical warmth of a humbucker.
For which guitarists and styles?
This humbucker bridge pickup is an excellent choice for those who play blues, classic rock, pop, or more aggressive styles, and who want better clarity when pushing the amp or pedals. It also suits guitarists who alternate between pick playing and nuanced fingerpicking, thanks to a sensitivity that follows attack variations.
Design details and sonic behavior
As a humbucker, the Antiquity HB helps keep a clean and stable signal against unwanted noise. In the bridge position, expect a crisp attack, good sustain, and rich harmonics, while avoiding the overly aggressive edge that some modern pickups can emphasize. The Gold finish adds a high-end touch, ideal for enhancing the instrument's aesthetics without compromising the desired sonic identity.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Magnet | alnico II |
| Winding | double |
| Number of conductors | 1 |
| Position | bridge |
| Resistance | 8.6 KILOHM |
| Color | Yellow |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan |
| Model | Antiquity HB |
| Reference | AN1405-g |
| Type | humbucker pickup |
| Finish / Color | Gold |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan AN1405-g designed for the bridge position?
This model is specifically intended for the bridge position and has a resistance of 8.6 kΩ. This configuration provides a tight attack, sustain, and rich harmonics.
What tonal effect does the Alnico II magnet have on this humbucker?
The Alnico II magnet contributes to the humbucker's warmth and a lively response to picking dynamics. The desired sound retains an old-school character without emphasizing excessive aggressiveness.
Is this pickup suitable for blues and classic rock?
Its design is adapted to blues, classic rock, pop, and more energetic styles. In the bridge, it offers chord clarity and presence when the amp or pedals are pushed.
How many conductors does this humbucker have?
The wiring specified features a single conductor. It is a passive dual-coil pickup intended for an electric guitar.
What finish does the Antiquity HB bridge pickup have?
The AN1405-g model has a Gold finish, described as yellow in the specifications. This finish suits the humbucker format designed for the bridge position.
