1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID
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1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID
What is the ohm resistance rating in the Centralab volume pot of a 1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher Lap steel. Where can I find an identical, working, vintage Centralab volume pot for a replacement? Where can I find a contemporary volume pot that would serve just as well and have the same tone. Thanks for your help.
Re: 1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID
I’m researching the same issue. I think it’s 100k, but I’m trying to verify that
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Re: 1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID
I have a '37 Model 59. Is there a way I can identify it for you without desoldering anything?
Re: 1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID
Because of the way it's wired, Jason, no you can't measure it in circuit: the pickup would load it down. According to this schematic, it should be a 500k audio taper pot. Any decent quality carbon track pot should suffice as a replacement.
![Image](http://www.horseshoemagnets.com/userfiles/wiring.jpg)
That schem was referenced in this thread from RRF:
viewtopic.php?f=26&t=393856
![Image](http://www.horseshoemagnets.com/userfiles/wiring.jpg)
That schem was referenced in this thread from RRF:
viewtopic.php?f=26&t=393856
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Dean Stylist w/ John Birch Magnum II pups
Yamaha BB414
Trace Elliot VA350/GP11 Mk1
Peavey TB-Raxx
2 BFM Omni 10.5 crossfire cabs
Roland Bass Cube 100