CTS - Precision Audio Taper Pot - Vintage Dimple Split-Shaft - 500K

Upgrade your guitar with the CTS VA500, a vintage-style 500K audio taper potentiometer featuring the classic dimpled back casing for an authentic old-school look. Built to the same trusted CTS standards, this pot delivers smooth, precise control while capturing the aesthetic of vintage-era components. Ideal for restorations, relic builds, or players chasing period-correct details, the VA500 combines reliable performance with vintage-correct styling. Features and Benefits: Genuine CTS vintage-style potentiometer with dimpled casing Smooth and accurate audio (A) taper for natural tone control response 500K resistance, ideal for humbuckers and higher output pickups Inch (USA spec) split shaft compatible with most USA-sized knobs Durable brass split shaft with 24 fine splines Tight resistance tolerance for consistent performance Specifications: Resistance: 500K Ω Taper: A type (audio taper) Thread height: 12.7 mm Shaft height: 22.2 mm Shaft diameter: 6 mm Pot casing diameter: 23.8 mm Thread: USA spec 3/8” x 32 brass thread collar Includes nut, dress washer, and lock washer Compatibility: Designed for inch-sized control knobs. Suitable for guitars equipped with humbuckers, P90s, or higher output pickups requiring more top-end clarity. Tone Tip: Use 500K pots with single coils for a warmer, smoother tone. For humbuckers, 500K pots are typically preferred for brighter highs.