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Trouble-free
My Stagg bass had two broken pots, this one is the replacement for the tone setting. Not much to say, it makes no mechanical or electronic noise, turns very smoothly and the nut and washer assembly is quite firm. The older potentiometer broke when I tightened it moderately, but this one is built tough and accepts being tightened strong without issues.
I suspect my soldering iron is getting old, and doesn't heat up as much as it used too, but the solder flew well and adheres to the tin-plated rings, no problem here.
I noticed no change relative to the older pot except this one is slicker when it turns. Very cheap but very good so I recommend it.
I suspect my soldering iron is getting old, and doesn't heat up as much as it used too, but the solder flew well and adheres to the tin-plated rings, no problem here.
I noticed no change relative to the older pot except this one is slicker when it turns. Very cheap but very good so I recommend it.
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Rating well deserved
I picked this Harley Benton 500k Potentiometer to use in my second guitar - cheap-ish strat knockoff. At least it was. Now it has custom painting, reworked wiring, added shielding and a paint job. So choosing this pot is consistent with staying cheap but with a flavour.
Schema on product page was very detailed with all the measurements, so I was sure that it will fit my guitar - no surprises fitting it on pickguard, soldering wiring and refitting cap.
Pot itself has smooth action, absolutely no scratchiness can be heard when turning - I use it for volume.
Build quality is also commendable. Body is smooth, no rough edges.
The only negative is psychological - its cheap - probably would not stick into my primary guitar, but for secondary - a no brainer.
Schema on product page was very detailed with all the measurements, so I was sure that it will fit my guitar - no surprises fitting it on pickguard, soldering wiring and refitting cap.
Pot itself has smooth action, absolutely no scratchiness can be heard when turning - I use it for volume.
Build quality is also commendable. Body is smooth, no rough edges.
The only negative is psychological - its cheap - probably would not stick into my primary guitar, but for secondary - a no brainer.
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MW
Works for my Ibanez
It does work perfectly. Only problem was.that it's a little too short for my Ibanez guitar but luckily I could fit it.
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Low cost doesn't mean low performance
I bought this Harley Benton 500k Potentiometer for a two pickup La Cabronita project. I'd set a target of building to low budget so I could spend more money on pickups, body and neck.
I chose this because I'd very happy with the Harley Benton range and have always found that the quality id way above the price point.
install was not a problem, the threads are in good shape which can't always be said for cheaper pots.
build quality is great. the turning action is smooth but just stiff enough for minor adjustments while playing making it easy to roll off the volume accurately.
Ive purchased a few Harley Benton parts for this build and would definitely do so again.
I chose this because I'd very happy with the Harley Benton range and have always found that the quality id way above the price point.
install was not a problem, the threads are in good shape which can't always be said for cheaper pots.
build quality is great. the turning action is smooth but just stiff enough for minor adjustments while playing making it easy to roll off the volume accurately.
Ive purchased a few Harley Benton parts for this build and would definitely do so again.
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A quality pot for a good price
I ordered a few of these and the 250k ones as well. They are priced well and each one comes in a separate plastic bag.
I use these 500k ones to brighten up my single coils. Its an acquired taste but you get a clear glassy or even metallic (not the genre) type of sound.
I tend to buy a few extra when ordering just in case.
I use these 500k ones to brighten up my single coils. Its an acquired taste but you get a clear glassy or even metallic (not the genre) type of sound.
I tend to buy a few extra when ordering just in case.
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M
Great Potentiometers
I used these potentiometers for several guitars and have to say, these are just fine. In terms of sound quality or sturdyness, there's no need to go for more expensive ones.
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m
Mediocre pots
Work well, great for a cheap fix, but for a longterm solution would buy something higher quality.
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Volume/Tone Replacement
Used these for volume/tone pot replacements and they have all worked perfectly since they have been installed. They are a nice small size as well for saving place in tight cavities. Would recommend these as a replacement pot.
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Short Shaft
Thought the smaller size would make it easier to get through the f hole of a 335/Dot, and it does. But the shaft is more suitable for a plate than 4mm of wood. Just about takes the nut without the washer. Shaft was thick enough for the stock knobs. Completely re-did the harness with A500 on Volume and Tone, and it's sounding sweeter then I remember.
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Great value for price
Great construction at a good price
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