cubbini Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Using my jtv69 as a Strat, I set it up so switch positions 1-3-5 are just models, and 2-4 are magnetic pickups. All modeled pickups are set at 0Db, and the magnetics are at standard height. However, the modeled PU's are MUCH louder than the mag PU's............... is this normal? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psarkissian Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Yes, there will be a slight difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubbini Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 it's actually a massive difference................................................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psarkissian Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Using Workbench HD? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubbini Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 With Workbench.... But I twiddled the model knob around and banged on the body a little, and now it works fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psarkissian Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Sounds like a loose pot retainer nut. If they are not snug, it can result in an intermittent chassis ground with the foil under the guard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubbini Posted June 13, 2022 Author Share Posted June 13, 2022 Well, I'm gonna remove the pickguard assembly and peek under it. I removed the screws from just the pickguard, and lifted the end by the knobs about an eight of an inch, and raising it stabilized the volume discrepancy, even when tapping/thumping the controls and pickups. Lower it back, and intermittent problem returns (only with magnetics). I just don't wanna yank any wires. etc., so any tips/helpful advice would be welcomed!!! Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psarkissian Posted June 14, 2022 Share Posted June 14, 2022 The potentiometer retainer nuts are under the volume and tone control knobs. If they are loose, an intermittent chassis ground can occur. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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