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  • #16
    Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

    Originally posted by Mincer View Post
    I learned something, too! I'd like to know more about the twisted wires, and if that is a thing that actually works.
    I’ve seen it typically in amplifiers. Sure it makes a cleaner layout but there’s also a power supply in there with big transformers nearby and hundreds of volts passing through, so my understanding is it’s an attempt to reduce any hum or noise interference. Don’t know how much it helps passive guitar with only fractions of volts generated. I’ve done it in my strats and they are quieter, but I also shielded the heck out of everything which probably did much much more.

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    • #17
      Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

      Originally posted by Mincer View Post
      I learned something, too! I'd like to know more about the twisted wires, and if that is a thing that actually works.
      It does actually work and is used in many other industries/applications. As GuitarDoc and beaubrummels noted benefits are likely arguable when using it in guitar control cavities.

      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twisted_pair
      Last edited by JamesPaul; 02-05-2020, 01:55 AM. Reason: Noting both GuitarDoc and beaubrummels
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      • #18
        Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

        As long as it doesn't *hurt* to do it. It *might* help when combating noise (if that is an issue).
        Administrator of the SDUGF

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        • #19
          Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

          Twisting the wires gives you better toanz.

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          • #20
            Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

            Twisting the wires aggravates arthritis in your fingers. It may give you better toanz, but it won't affect your tone at all. Period!
            Originally Posted by IanBallard
            Rule of thumb... the more pot you have, the better your tone.

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            • #21
              Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

              I use shielded cable when I can't shield the cavity. Like on a 335. Otherwise, I just shield the whole cavity and use regular insulated cable. Works for me - my guitars aren't noisy.
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              • #22
                Re: Guitar wiring: Shielded or not?

                BTW: QP's come with twisted wires as a stock, probably other PVC.wired SD singles too!
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