CTS 500K Split Shaft Potentiometer – Audio Taper

CTS – Top Quality USA Made Potentiometers

CTS pots are designed for use in high-end audio electronics and are the factory standard for most USA made guitars including Fender and Gibson.

CTS pots offer precise control over volume and tone, with a smooth logarithmic or consistent linear response. Constructed with high-grade materials and a durable split shaft design, these pots deliver reliable, long-lasting performance. If you’re looking to upgrade the potentiometers on your guitar then CTS are the number one choice!

• Ohm rating: 500k – 15% tolerance
• Split and knurled 1/4” shaft with nut
• Lock & Dress Washer
• Aluminium bushing and shaft
• Logarithmic/Audio taper most suitable for volume control
• Threaded shaft is 3/8″ (9.5mm) in length and 3/8″ (9.5mm) in diameter
• Split shaft is 1/4″ (6mm) in diameter
• Total pot depth is 1 1/4″ (31.5mm) with a diameter of 7/8″ (23.8mm)

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Please note: these pots are imperial (U.S.) sizing and are NOT compatible with import guitars using metric components. Each CTS pot includes a flat washer, lock washer, and hex mounting nut.

Find out more about these pots on the AllParts website

EP-0086-000