How big a difference do pots make?

[Gplayerzzz]

Lets say I have a full shred and think its too bright/has too much treble. If I just had a volume, and dropped it to 250K, would it make a big difference, or just a little difference?

 

[blueman335]

Re: How big a difference do pots make?

One 250K will warm it slightly, two (volume and tone) will be much more noticeable. I use two 250K's on almost all my bridge HB's and P-90's.

Another option is a mag swap; an A8 will warm it nicely.

 

[ItsaBass]

Re: How big a difference do pots make?

I don't know exactly how much difference, in terms of what measurements can be taken, but it's enough of a difference to easily notice by ear. That said, having too much treble is easy to fix 99% of the time without changing any parts at all.

 

[uOpt]

Re: How big a difference do pots make?

I won't make you like a pickup you don't like.

You can also "simulate" it by tuning down your existing pots and turning first gain stage up a bit.