Seymour Duncan SIMPLE ANTIQUITY ANT II MUST MYTH BRIDGE WITHOUT
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Seymour Duncan
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A pickup designed to recapture the spirit of great retro tones
The Seymour Duncan Antiquity Ant II Myth is part of a quest for character and authenticity, with a decidedly vintage sonic aesthetic. The goal is clear: to regain that lively tone, slightly "woody," where every note breathes and the right-hand playing truly makes a difference. In the bridge position, it retains that essential extra presence while avoiding overly harsh highs.
For which guitarist and styles?
This pickup is aimed at musicians who want a dynamic response and a clear reading of chords, particularly useful in clean, crunch, and moderate overdrive settings. It suits vintage-oriented guitars very well and players who like to work with volume and attack to shift from a crystalline sound to a more aggressive grain without changing amp settings.
Without cover: more honesty, more detail
The without cover design provides a more immediate sound sensation, with a sharper attack and a better sense of "proximity" under the fingers. Combined with the single coil format, this results in a bridge pickup that remains precise on double notes, articulated on fast passages, and very clear on complex chord positions. The result: a vintage palette, but with the definition necessary for modern performance.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Magnet | alnico V |
| Winding | simple |
| Position | handle, bridge |
| Color | Black |
| Type | electric guitar pickup |
| Model | Antiquity Ant II |
| Series / Name | Myth |
| Cover | without cover |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Seymour Duncan Antiquity Ant II Myth bridge pickup deliver?
The single coil winding and Alnico V magnet aim for a vintage, lively, and slightly woody tone. In the bridge position, presence is maintained without emphasizing overly harsh treble.
Does the no-cover design affect the attack?
The absence of a cover provides a sharper attack and a more immediate sound feel. The black finish is associated with this no-cover configuration.
Is this pickup suitable for clean and crunch tones?
Thanks to its dynamic response, this model suits clean, crunch, and moderate overdrive tones. Variation in volume and attack allows shifting from a crystalline register to a more aggressive tone without changing the amplifier settings. Chord clarity remains intact in these uses.
Can this pickup be installed in the neck or bridge position?
The datasheet indicates both neck and bridge positions. However, the title presents this Antiquity Ant II Myth reference in its bridge variant.
Is the Seymour Duncan Antiquity Ant II Myth an active pickup?
Its electronics are passive, with a single coil winding.



