Do switches affect tone...

[big_black]

... similar to a pot?

 

[JB_From_Hell]

Re: Do switches affect tone...

I would assume they do at least a little, as any solder point will.

 

[Artie]

Re: Do switches affect tone...

I would say that only a defective switch or solder connection would affect the sound. And only the resistance value of a pot. Not its "quality".
Generally, the quality of any component affects its longevity - not its sound quality. (A far as switches and such go. Not true of pups, and perhaps, cables.)

 

[jeremy]

Re: Do switches affect tone...

I would say that only a defective switch or solder connection would affect the sound. And only the resistance value of a pot. Not its "quality".
Generally, the quality of any component affects its longevity - not its sound quality. (A far as switches and such go. Not true of pups, and perhaps, cables.)

i tend to agree with that. as long as the switch is working probably i dont think youd notice much difference between a good switch and a cheaper one

 

[BachToRock]

Re: Do switches affect tone...

I believe that everything affects everything when it comes to tone!

The signal is made up of flowing electrons... each connection and change of material that the signal has to pass through will affect it.

Copper will conduct DIFFERENT than tin or silver or whatever other material...

This applies to EVERYTHING the signal must pass through... lead wires, potentiometers, switches, the wiring in the guitar, output jack, plugs, cables, etc...

 

[Curly]

Re: Do switches affect tone...

"it's the little things"

with a switch, though, I think the issue is really a matter of dependibility and smooth operation, so you want to use a good quality switch

 

[big_black]

Re: Do switches affect tone...

No problems with the switch, just wondering. Thanks!