Series-Split-Parallel for Strat

[AG2997]

Hello,
I'm changing my SSS Strat to an HSH strat and I wanted to be able to switch between Series and Parallel and be able to use Coil Split. I found this diagram, but it had 2 volumes and master tone and a 3 way swtich, rather than the 1 volume and 2 tones and 5 way switch I have. Can I swap one of the volumes for a tone, and will I be able to put a middle single coil pick up in (just connected to the volume, no tone?

Heres the diagram:
http://www.seymourduncan.com/support/wiring-diagrams/schematics.php?schematic=2h_2v_1t_3w_ssp

Thanks

 

[Funkfingers]

Re: Series-Split-Parallel for Strat

The schematic diagram that you have selected is intended for Explorer, Vee and some Hamer guitars.

Browse through the Stratocaster schematic diagram list. Look for hum-single-hum, 1 Vol, 2 Tones. The series/split/parallel DP3T switches go in circuit between each humbucker and the selector switch. With a 4P3T on/on/on switch, you can control the mode of both humbuckers simultaneously. A bit like the PRS 513.

 

[AG2997]

Re: Series-Split-Parallel for Strat

Sorry, I forgot to mention, I only want to use push/pulls because I don't want to have to drill any holes in my guitar for anymore switches

 

[Funkfingers]

Re: Series-Split-Parallel for Strat

Erm, series/split/parallel. Three modes. Requires a three position switch.

Push-pull pot switches are, of necessity, double throw (i.e. two position) switches.

Consider a 24-contact Superswitch and a Fender S-1 volume pot.

 

[ItsaBass]

Re: Series-Split-Parallel for Strat

You can do V/T/T no problem; it's actually easier than V/V/T. Instead of using a diagram that is so far off from a Strat, I'd start with this HSH diagram and modify as needed: http://www.seymourduncan.com/suppor...tics.php?schematic=lilhum_sing_lilhum_1v_2t_5. For instance, you'll need to start by taking the wire that runs from the "tone side" of the switch over to the far tone pot, and moving it one lug over on the switch. That will eliminate the middle pickup's tone control, while giving it to the bridge pickup.

You'll need four switches if you want to be able to have split to either coil/series/parallel controllable for each humbucker. If you are fine with the switches controlling both humbuckers at once, then you'll need only two. However, I'd also consider using two flat Triple Shots. They're expensive, but they're easier, cleaner, and better looking than wiring up four toggles.