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I need some 25k motorized potentiometers to balance between mono inputs. I can't find them for sale anywhere. If you can give me a link, please do. I've almost given up. I will probably have to make them.
If I make them, I'm considering two options:
1. Attach a servo motor to a standard pot
or
2. Modify a motorized pot by replacing the resistor element
Thoughts?
I need some 25k motorized potentiometers to balance between mono inputs. I can't find them for sale anywhere. If you can give me a link, please do. I've almost given up. I will probably have to make them.
If I make them, I'm considering two options:
1. Attach a servo motor to a standard pot
or
2. Modify a motorized pot by replacing the resistor element
Thoughts?
Hi lainarko, thanks for the suggestion.
Linear. It's going to mix signals of two guitar pickups, and I need the output level consistent across the whole spectrum.
I've thought of that, but I'm not sure how much it would change the tone. Also, I've had trouble finding 20k ones as well. Can you recommend a supplier?
linear or log ?
Linear. It's going to mix signals of two guitar pickups, and I need the output level consistent across the whole spectrum.
you should search for 20k .
I've thought of that, but I'm not sure how much it would change the tone. Also, I've had trouble finding 20k ones as well. Can you recommend a supplier?
Those could do the job. They're a bit big to fit into the cavity of a guitar though.
try to manage with a 100k
they are cheap Potentiometers | Mouser
I'm afraid that would be far too much resistance. Anything over 25k would take a toll on the tone. I may be able to manage with a little less resistance, but not more.
I found 25k motor pots at percyaudio.com, but they're $130 each!

So I'm considering using a digital potentiometer instead. Can anyone recommend one that will be good for audio? That question may necessitate a new thread.
Thanks for all the help.
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