Seymour Duncan AN2408 - ANTIQUITY - ANT II SURF EASEL CREAM
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Seymour Duncan
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A 'Sixties Surfer,' But Not Only That
Don't be fooled by its name: this Surf pickup with a creme look is inspired by vintage Strat-type sounds from the 60s, while remaining nuanced enough to transition from a raw, smoky club sound to brighter, more reverberant atmospheres. The result: a clearly old-school character with a response that encourages both dynamic playing and expressive phrasing.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
The Seymour Duncan AN2408 is an excellent choice if you're looking for a bridge pickup capable of covering multiple genres without losing its personality: blues, soul, surf, pop... It suits guitarists who want precise attack, natural harmonics, and clarity that remains readable even when playing loudly or with effects.
A Vintage Sonic Signature, Playable Every Day
This 60's Surfer focuses on vintage clarity and immediate musicality: the highs stay smooth (without harshness), while the low end retains a percussive quality that adds bounce to rhythms. At the bridge, it delivers presence and bite while maintaining great versatility to shift from crisp clean tones to thicker, more expressive textures.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Magnet | alnico V |
| Winding | simple |
| Position | bridge |
| Color | Beige |
| Colours | Crème |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan |
| Reference | AN2408 |
| Series | Antiquity |
| Model | Ant II Surf |
| Type | electric guitar pickup |
| Voicing | vintage Strat type |
| Sonic Character | smooth highs, percussive lows |
| Recommended Styles | blues, West Side soul, surf, pop |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan AN2408 a Strat bridge pickup?
The AN2408 is a single-coil pickup in the bridge position, featuring a vintage '60s Strat tone.
What magnet does the Ant II Surf bridge pickup use?
The Alnico V magnet contributes to a precise attack and natural harmonics. The stated response maintains smooth highs and punchy lows.
Is this bridge pickup suitable for blues and surf?
The Antiquity Ant II Surf series is recommended for blues, West Side soul, surf, and pop. Its character aims for vintage clarity. It can retain definition during aggressive playing or when using effects.
Is the Seymour Duncan Ant II Surf pickup passive?
The electronics are passive, in accordance with the specifications for this model.
What is the finish of the AN2408?
The finish is specified as cream, also noted as beige in the specifications. This shade corresponds to the vintage look inspired by '60s Strat pickups.
