What capacitors do Strats use?

What capacitors do Strats use?

The Fender American Standard uses a . 022 mfd capacitor. In late 1969 Fender started using a . 05 mfd capacitor to achieve less bass when the tone control was used.

What do capacitors do in guitar wiring?

Capacitors, or “caps,” are simple electronic components that are typically used in guitar electronics as filters or barriers for certain frequencies. High frequencies will pass through a cap, while lower frequencies are blocked. The value of the capacitor will determine the frequencies that pass (refer to Diagram #7).

What does an orange drop capacitor do?

For Gibson’s guitars, Orange Drop capacitors provide the stability and precision-therefore, consistent tone-that professionals expect. Other precision capacitors would be suitable, but Orange Drop capacitors have a well-deserved reputation for quality that has proven itself for close to half a century.

What were the original caps in 70’s Fender Strats?

“High voltage” ceramic disc caps (aka “pancake caps”) from companies like those from Sprague, Centralab, Waldom, Mepco, and Erie were the standard tone caps on all Fender guitars during the ’60s and early ’70s. They look like brown chocolate drops, and many of them have voltage ratings up to 1kV and even higher.

Does capacitor affect tone?

Depending on the cap’s value (capacitance), the effect can reach from “slightly warmer” to a “woman tone” all the way to “completely dark and clinically dead.” Remember, the tone cap is always part of the guitar circuit and it even influences the tone when the tone pot is fully opened.

Are Orange Drop capacitors better?

For Gibson’s guitars, Orange Drop capacitors provide the stability and precision—therefore, consistent tone—that professionals expect. Other precision capacitors would be suitable, but Orange Drop capacitors have a well-deserved reputation for quality that has proven itself for close to half a century.