Fender Stratocaster Split Shaft Potentiometer and Capacitor Kit 3-Pack
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More precise controls to recapture the Strat "feeling"
On a Stratocaster, the potentiometers are at the heart of your dynamics: they determine how smoothly you transition from a crystalline sound to a softer overdrive, or from a bright pickup tone to a rounder sound. This Fender kit includes three CTS 250k split shaft potentiometers designed to offer a more consistent sweep and more natural taper, ideal for managing volume with your pinky and sculpting tone without abrupt changes.
Two capacitors, two tonal philosophies
The kit includes two metallized polyester film capacitors to tailor the tone filter character to your style. Choose the 0.022 uF for a more "modern," precise, and versatile attenuation. Opt for the 0.100 uF for a more "vintage" response, with a more pronounced cut when rolling off the tone, perfect for warmer, softer sounds. Whether restoring a classic Strat or upgrading the electronics of a recent model, you gain consistency and control, repetition after repetition.
Technical specifications
| Impedance | 250000 Ω | Instrument | electric |
| Category | potentiometer | Quantity | 3 |
| Compatibility | Fender Stratocaster (restoration or upgrade) | Thread diameter | 3/8 |
| Number of potentiometers | 3 | Capacitors included | 2 |
| Potentiometer brand | CTS | Capacitor type | metallized polyester film |
| Value | 250k | Capacitor values | 0.022 uF (modern) and 0.100 uF (vintage) |
| Taper type | audio taper | Mounting hardware included | yes (for each potentiometer) |
| Shaft type | split shaft | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this kit compatible with a Fender Stratocaster?
This kit is designed for the restoration or upgrade of a Fender Stratocaster. It includes three CTS 250 kΩ split shaft potentiometers.
What is the difference between 0.022 µF and 0.100 µF capacitors?
The 0.022 µF capacitor provides a more modern and precise tone attenuation. The 0.100 µF value produces a more pronounced cut when the tone control is rolled off, resulting in a warmer sound.
Are the potentiometers logarithmic?
All three potentiometers use an audio taper curve, suitable for smooth control of volume and tone.
What type of knobs fit the split shafts of this kit?
The shafts are split shaft type. The threading has a diameter of 3/8 inch, which should be considered when installing on a plate or pickguard.
What does the Fender Stratocaster Split Shaft Potentiometer and Capacitor Kit 3-Pack include?
The set includes three CTS 250 kΩ potentiometers and two metallized polyester film capacitors. The capacitors provided are 0.022 µF and 0.100 µF. Typically, only one of these values is chosen for the intended tone wiring.
