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1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID

Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2015 4:35 am
by PamiSueBaru
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

Posted: Mon Aug 02, 2021 2:01 pm
by Tele295
I’m researching the same issue. I think it’s 100k, but I’m trying to verify that

Re: 1937 Model 59 Rickenbacher LapSteel Volume Pot ID

Posted: Mon Aug 02, 2021 2:06 pm
by jdogric12
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

Posted: Mon Aug 02, 2021 5:27 pm
by espidog
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.

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That schem was referenced in this thread from RRF:

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