These CTS volume and tone control pots are ideal for guitars and basses equipped with single-coil pickups, such as Stratocasters and Jazz basses. The resistance curve is an A curve, which provides a gentle, audible transition. They feature an inch-sized, split shaft with a jagged tip, commonly used in USA-made guitars. This is a custom version that reduces sound leakage when the volume is set to 0.
This set of two stainless steel U-shaped washers eliminates shaft noise caused by touching metal knobs. Simply remove the knob and insert the U-shaped washers onto the shaft with the bottom of the washers facing downwards to eliminate noise. After installation, turn the knob several times to settle it in for stability.
This CTS volume and tone control pot is ideal for guitars and basses with humbucking pickups and a thick body top, such as a Les Paul. The long shaft has a resistance value of 500KΩ, making it ideal for such instruments. The resistance curve is an A curve, which provides a gentle audible change. It uses the inch standard, commonly used by USA-made guitars, and features a split shaft with a jagged tip. This custom version reduces sound leakage when the volume is set to 0.