therottingsun
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whats the difference between linear and audio pots?
pot question
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Re: pot question
On a linear pot, the distribution of resistance, is proportional to the amount of rotation. Ie., at 50% rotation, you'll be at 50% resistance. Halfway = halfway.
An audio pot, (also called logarithmic), has a steep "curve" to the resistance. 50% rotation will only be about 10% of the resistance.
Generally, in a guitar, audio pots are preferable. But some folks like linear.
On a linear pot, the distribution of resistance, is proportional to the amount of rotation. Ie., at 50% rotation, you'll be at 50% resistance. Halfway = halfway.
An audio pot, (also called logarithmic), has a steep "curve" to the resistance. 50% rotation will only be about 10% of the resistance.
Generally, in a guitar, audio pots are preferable. But some folks like linear.