500k Pots

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500K Pots – Upgrade Your Tone

Buy 500K pots here to achieve your ultimate tone. If you're replacing old pots or building your dream rig, we have the best 500k guitar pots. This collection has CTS pots and Bourns pots. They are two of the most trusted brands in the market. Both offer precision, reliability, and smooth control.

Why use 500K pots?

500K pots keep more clarity in the high range compared to 250K pots. This makes them a top choice for guitars with humbuckers. They're great for cutting through the mix without losing definition. For a perfect, clean sound or full-on overdrive, use a 500K potentiometer. It will keep your tone vibrant and clear.

CTS and Bourns – The Pros' Choice

When it comes to guitar potentiometers, CTS and Bourns are as good as it gets. CTS pots have been around for decades. People know them for their smooth feel and durability. If you’ve ever played a vintage guitar, chances are it had CTS pots inside. Our selection of CTS 500K pots offers you that classic feel with smooth and precise control.

Then people know Bourns pots for their ultra low-friction rotation and buttery smooth feel. If you like a pot that turns effortlessly, these are a must-try.

Push/Pull Pots – Unleash More Versatility

If you’re looking to expand your sound, 500K push/pull pots are where it’s at. They let you add tonal features like coil splitting and series/parallel switching. You can do it all with a quick flick of the switch. CTS push/pull pots and Bourns push/pull pots offer smooth operation with a new range of sounds. Perfect for players who want to push the limits of their guitars' capabilities!

Find Your Perfect Pot

We have 500K potentiometers for every setup. They include short split shafts, long shafts, solid shafts, and split shafts. These pots fit American-sized imperial guitars. They will suit most Fender-style instruments. Whether you’re upgrading your existing guitar or putting together a new build, we’ve got you covered. With the right 500K pot, you can take your guitar’s tone to the next level.

Ready to make your guitar sound even better? Choose from our 500K pots collection today and dial in your perfect tone!

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "500k pots" mean?

A 500k pot has a resistance value of 500,000 ohms - think of it as a gatekeeper for your guitar's high frequencies. When you turn your volume or tone knob, this resistance determines how much treble makes it through your signal chain. The "500k" in the name refers to this resistance level, and it's higher than other common values like 250k. The higher resistance of 500k pots allows more bright, crisp tones to shine through, which is why they're favored for certain pickup types and playing styles.

What is the difference between 250k and 500k potentiometers?

The main difference between 250k and 500k pots is in their resistance values and tonal impact. 250k pots remove more high end frequencies resulting in a warmer tone, while 500k pots preserve more high frequencies, producing a brighter, more open sound.

Do you need 500k pots for humbuckers?

No, but they're the standard for a reason. Humbuckers naturally serve up a thicker, meatier tone than single coils (that's why we love 'em!), and 500k pots help balance that by preserving those crucial high-end frequencies that keep your sound articulate and lively. Think of it as letting your pickups show their full personality instead of holding them back.