Seymour Duncan Antiquity II ’60s Pride P Bass Split-Coil Pickup, (Used)

The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II ’60s Pride P Bass split-coil pickup is a premium vintage-style replacement pickup designed to capture the early 1960s Precision Bass sound. Built for players who want warm growl, articulate attack and classic passive P Bass response, it is a strong upgrade for bassists looking to add more vintage character to a compatible Precision Bass-style instrument.

This pre-owned example is listed in Good condition, meaning it shows noticeable signs of previous use but remains ready for installation.

With its Alnico 5 magnet design, cloth push-back cable, passive operation and early ’60s-inspired voicing, the Antiquity II P Bass pickup is ideal for players chasing classic rock, soul, Motown-inspired, R&B, blues, indie, country and vintage-style bass tones.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Seymour Duncan
Model	Antiquity II P-Bass
Common Description	’60s Pride P Bass Split-Coil Pickup
Pickup Type	Precision Bass Split-Coil Pickup
Voicing	Early 1960s P Bass-Inspired
Magnet	Alnico 5
Cable	Cloth Push-Back
Output	Vintage-Style Passive Output
Electronics	Passive
Approximate DCR	11k
Condition	Pre-Owned, Good Condition
Main Appeal	Vintage-style early ’60s Precision Bass tone
Best For	Precision Bass upgrades, restorations and vintage-style bass tones

Condition Overview

Good Condition

This Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass pickup is in Good condition. This means it shows noticeable signs of previous use but is suitable for installation and use.

Good condition is ideal for players who want a quality used pickup at a more affordable price, especially where tone and functionality matter more than cosmetic presentation.

What’s Included?

✔ Seymour Duncan Antiquity II ’60s Pride P Bass Split-Coil Pickup

✘ No Bass Guitar Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This pickup shows noticeable signs of previous use, which may include marks, handling wear, installation marks, ageing to the cover, shortened wire length or general cosmetic wear consistent with Good condition.

No faults or installation issues have been supplied for this listing. As with any pre-owned pickup, we recommend confirming wire length, mounting requirements and compatibility with the customer’s bass before installation.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass pickup has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Pickup visually inspected
• Lead wire checked
• Cover condition assessed
• Coil output checked where possible
• Basic continuity checked where possible
• Installation condition assessed
• General usability checked

Why Choose The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II ’60s Pride P Bass Pickup?

Classic Early ’60s P Bass Voice

The Antiquity II P Bass pickup is voiced for the classic early 1960s Precision Bass sound, giving players a warm, articulate and familiar bass tone suited to vintage-inspired playing.

Alnico 5 Magnet Character

Alnico 5 magnets give the pickup a strong, clear and responsive character. This helps deliver the punch, definition and presence players expect from a quality P Bass pickup.

Vintage-Style Construction

Seymour Duncan builds the Antiquity II P Bass with vintage-inspired details including hand-fabricated forbon bobbins, plain enamel magnet wire, hand-ground sand-cast magnets, brass bottom plate and cloth push-back wire.

Passive Simplicity

This is a passive pickup, meaning it does not require a battery or active preamp. It is ideal for players who want traditional Precision Bass wiring and a direct, responsive signal path.

Ideal For Upgrades And Restorations

This pickup is a strong choice for upgrading a compatible Precision Bass-style instrument, restoring a vintage-style build or adding a more authentic early ’60s tone to a project bass.

Great For Classic Bass Styles

The Antiquity II P Bass is particularly well suited to classic rock, Motown-inspired bass lines, R&B, soul, blues, country, indie and warm vintage-style recording tones.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass vs Seymour Duncan Antiquity P Bass

The Antiquity II P Bass is voiced around early 1960s Precision Bass tone, while the regular Antiquity P Bass leans more towards earlier vintage P Bass character. The Antiquity II is a better choice for players who specifically want a 1960s-style voice.

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass vs Seymour Duncan SPB-1 Vintage P Bass

The SPB-1 Vintage P Bass is a strong vintage-style pickup with a cleaner modern production identity. The Antiquity II goes further into aged, period-inspired construction and tone for players who want a more boutique vintage feel.

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass vs Fender Pure Vintage P Bass Pickup

Fender Pure Vintage pickups are a great choice for players who want Fender-branded period styling. The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II offers a hand-built Custom Shop-style alternative with aged vintage character and early ’60s voicing.

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass vs Quarter Pound P Bass Pickup

A Quarter Pound P Bass pickup is hotter, bigger and more aggressive. The Antiquity II is better for players who want vintage warmth, articulation and traditional Precision Bass response rather than high-output punch.

Who Is It For?

Precision Bass Players

This is ideal for bassists who want to upgrade a compatible Precision Bass-style instrument with a more vintage-inspired pickup.

Vintage Tone Fans

Players chasing early ’60s-style P Bass tones will find this pickup especially appealing.

Studio Bassists

The warm, articulate response works well in recordings where a bass needs to sit naturally in a mix without excessive brightness or modern output.

Soul, R&B And Classic Rock Players

The Antiquity II P Bass voice works beautifully for classic rhythm-section tones, warm fingerstyle lines and supportive bass parts.

Bass Builders And Modders

This is a useful pickup for custom P Bass builds, restoration projects and players refining the sound of an existing instrument.

Why Upgrade A P Bass Pickup?

A Precision Bass-style pickup is the heart of a P Bass. Changing the pickup can make a major difference to the instrument’s voice, especially if the original pickup sounds too thin, too modern, too dark or lacks the vintage character the player wants.

The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass pickup is designed for players who want a more traditional, early ’60s-inspired sound. It is not about exaggerated output or active-style brightness. Instead, it focuses on warmth, articulation, natural midrange and the familiar punch that makes a great Precision Bass so easy to use in a band mix.

For bassists building a vintage-style instrument or upgrading a trusted player bass, this is a high-quality pickup with strong musical appeal.

Looking for advice on choosing the right bass pickup, Precision Bass upgrade or replacement wiring parts? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

Story & Context: Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass

Seymour Duncan’s Antiquity range is built around vintage-inspired pickup design, using period-focused construction methods and aged character to recreate classic tones from earlier eras of electric instrument history.

The Antiquity II P Bass pickup focuses on the early 1960s Precision Bass sound, a tone strongly associated with classic soul, R&B, Motown-inspired playing, surf, classic rock and roots music. Its design aims to deliver warm growl, clear attack and natural articulation rather than modern high-output aggression.

This Good condition pre-owned example is a practical upgrade for players who want premium Seymour Duncan tone without buying new.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Bass Pickup
Brand	Seymour Duncan
Model	Antiquity II P-Bass
Common Description	’60s Pride P Bass Split-Coil Pickup
Pickup Format	Precision Bass Split-Coil
Intended Instrument	Compatible Precision Bass-Style Bass Guitars
Magnet	Alnico 5
Cable	Cloth Push-Back
Type	Passive
Approximate DCR	11k
Bobbins	Hand-Fabricated Forbon
Wire	Plain Enamel Magnet Wire
Bottom Plate	Brass Bottom Plate
Potting	Paraffin Wax Potted
Condition	Pre-Owned, Good Condition

Specification Note

This listing is based on the supplied product details and Seymour Duncan’s published Antiquity II P-Bass specification. Fit, wire length, screw spacing, mounting hardware, pickup cover condition and compatibility should be checked before installation, especially when fitting to non-standard, modified or imported Precision Bass-style instruments.

Power Requirements

No power supply or battery is required. This is a passive bass pickup and operates through standard passive bass wiring.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★☆ 4/5

The Seymour Duncan Antiquity II ’60s Pride P Bass pickup is a brilliant choice for bassists who want a warmer, more vintage-voiced Precision Bass sound with early ’60s character. Its Alnico 5 magnet design, cloth push-back cable and period-inspired construction make it a strong upgrade for compatible P Bass-style instruments.

This Good condition example is best suited to players who value tone and vintage character over perfect cosmetic presentation.

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FAQ

What condition is this Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P Bass pickup in?

This pickup is listed in Good condition, meaning it shows noticeable signs of previous use but is suitable for installation and use.

What type of bass is this pickup for?

It is designed for compatible Precision Bass-style instruments that use a split-coil P Bass pickup format.

Does this listing include a bass guitar?

No. This listing is for the pickup only.

Is this pickup active or passive?

This is a passive pickup and does not require a battery.

What style of tone does it produce?

It is voiced for early 1960s-style Precision Bass tone, with warm growl, articulation and vintage-style punch.

What magnets does it use?

Seymour Duncan lists the Antiquity II P-Bass with Alnico 5 magnets.

Is this suitable for classic rock and soul?

Yes. It is well suited to classic rock, soul, R&B, blues, country, indie and vintage-style recording tones.

Will it fit every P Bass?

It is intended for Precision Bass-style instruments, but fit should always be checked before installation, especially on modified or non-standard basses.

Do I need any special electronics?

No. It can be used with standard passive Precision Bass wiring, provided the bass is compatible and correctly installed.

Can Fair Deal Music advise on installation?

Yes. Our team can advise on bass pickup upgrades, compatible parts and installation considerations in-store, online or by phone.