CTS - Precision Audio Taper Pot - Short Split-Shaft - 250K

Upgrade your guitar with this high-quality CTS 250K audio taper potentiometer. This pot delivers smooth, precise volume and tone control, making it a trusted choice for professional guitar builders and players who demand consistent performance. Compared to the standard long shaft (22.2mm), this model features a shorter 15.9mm shaft, making it a better fit for Strat® and Tele® style setups. Built with CTS’s renowned manufacturing quality, it delivers reliable performance, tight tolerances, and a natural, responsive taper for precise volume and tone adjustments. Features and Benefits: Precision CTS is built for long-lasting reliability Smooth and accurate audio taper for natural tone control response 250K resistance value, ideal for single-coil pickups Regular (inch) split shaft design compatible with most USA-sized knobs Durable brass split shaft with 24 fine splines Tight resistance tolerance for consistent performance Specifications: Resistance: 250K Ω Taper: A type (audio taper) Thread height: 6.4mm Shaft height: 15.9 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: This CTS pot is designed for inch-sized control knobs and fits most USA-made guitars. Perfect for Stratocaster®, Telecaster®, and other guitars equipped with single-coil pickups. Tone Tip: Use 250K pots with single coils for a warmer, smoother tone. For humbuckers, 500K pots are typically preferred for brighter highs.