{"product_id":"pre-wired-bass-guitar-wiring-harness-mustang-bass-kit-right-handed","title":"Pre-Wired bass guitar wiring harness | Mustang bass kit | Right Handed","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlease use the tabs below to read through the information about this Pre-Wired harness kit. From a run down of what the kit does, to important fitting information and full specs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI usually make harnesses to order, due to the variety of spec options that could be chosen across the whole range. The current \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturnaround time for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a harness orders is around 5-7 working days depending on quantity of orders in at the time and your order will be updated accordingly when it is dispatched. This turnaround time doesn't include the transit time. Thanks for your patience whilst I get your harness made!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eModel Description\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis kit is made to suit the traditional Mustang bass models where there's a single volume, tone and jack configuration, (but not the PJ style spec Fender Player versions). It's available with either split, or solid shaft 250k CTS pots depending on what control knobs you have\/prefer, and it's available with with the choice of a 0.05mfd or 0.02mfd tone cap value depending on your preference. It is wired the common P-Bass style method, for a nice and simple volume\/tone configuration and interaction. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note, website example photo(s) may differ visually from the wiring kit you receive. This could be for a number of reasons but ultimately, don't be alarmed if you do spot differences between the stock photo and your supplied kit. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot shaft type?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally you would expect to see Solid Shaft pots used in a Telecaster. This is by far the most popular option and will accomodate for grub screw secured control knobs such as the traditional knurled\/barrel type control knobs used on Telecasters for decades.\u003cbr\u003eBut I also offer the option of split shaft pots, so if you fancy mixing it up a bit and using some alternative style control knobs that require a push-fit then you'll need to choose this option.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor reference CTS solid shaft pots are 6.35mm (1\/4\") and require a control knob that secures in place via a grub screw fixing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCTS split shaft pots are 5.95mm w\/24 splines and require a control knob that secures in place by push-fit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacitor value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThis may come down to personal tastes in terms of overall tone and the tone control response, what your pickup maker recommends or what period of Precision Bass you have\/are trying to replicate. No 'right' or 'wrong' here, all personal preference.\u003cbr\u003eIf vintage correct is the goal, IE you want to recreate the sound\/functionality of an original Mustang bass, then I would recommend selecting the 0.05mfd capacitor option. The .05uF cap spec has a slightly more drastic roll off of the trebles and warmer tone overall, and this was long the 'standard' spec used on Fender Mustang basses. \u003cbr\u003eIf you prefer a brighter sound and response, then perhaps consider the 0.02mfd capacitor option. I would consider as an all round spec, nice roll off of the treble frequencies through the tone control sweep and a little more top end left over. I consider this the more 'modern' spec. You can still achieve a nice warm tone by rolling the potfurther down, but at 10 it will be the 'brightest' tone by comparison to the 0.05mfd option. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional bridge ground wire?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI have added this option for those who are perhaps building a guitar from scratch like a partscaster for example. If this is you, then the pre-soldered length of ground wire may be useful as that will be used as your bridge or tailpiece ground. A 1ft length of wire will be attached. If you are fitting this wiring kit to an existing guitar as a replacement to the original wiring, then chances are your guitar already has a bridge ground wire and you can simply just keep and use your original wire. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitting information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have intended for my wiring harnesses to be as simple as possible to install to your Mustang Bass, as well as writing in depth \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1117\/5838\/files\/Full_Install_Guide_PDF_2023.pdf?v=1692189523\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egeneral fitting guides\u003c\/a\u003e and a simple to follow \u003ca title=\"Bass guitar wiring diagrams\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/bass-guitars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewiring diagrams\u003c\/a\u003e for each wiring style\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/signature-series-wiring-diagrams\" title=\"Home of Tone wiring diagrams\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e There are also multiple useful how-to guides regarding wiring work found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/step-by-step-guides\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e too. But in this section you'll find some important fitting notes that will hopefully help you assess whether the kit is suitable for your exact Tele Bass or what is required to allow it to fit correctly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I fit this kit myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis ultimately comes down to whether you own the equipment needed to correctly and safely install the kit, or how comfortable you feel working on your own guitar. I do feel that installing a pre-wired guitar harness is do-able for many guitarists but only if the correct tools are used and care is taken to ensure you do not damage the kit, your guitar or yourself! There are detailed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/harness-fitting-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einstallation guides\u003c\/a\u003e here on my website, as well as simple to follow wiring diagrams all to help make the process as easy as possible and in my experience, these have helped thousands of my customers carry out their own install. But if for any reason you have concerns about fitting the kit yourself which is entirely understandable, then I'm sure you'll agree that it is likely best to have a professional fit the kit and help ensure your purchased kit, and your beloved guitar are both looked after and worked on correctly. James' Home of Tone can not, and will not be held responsible for any potential damage to a\/your guitar, product or persons whilst handling any products offered here. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you are local to me (Stourbridge, West Midlands) I take on guitar work no problem at all so will certainly be able to help install your Signature Series harness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the pots fit my control plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe components I use in my Signature Series wiring kits are for the most part, USA imperial specification. If you're fitting this harness to a far east built guitar such as a Squier or similar brand, then you may have to widen the holes in the control plate to accommodate for these imperial measurement pots. Or alternatively, purchase a new control plate that is already suited to the US spec components. The CTS pots have a mounting thread shaft diameter of 0.370\" \/ 9.4mm so I recommend for ease of install a control plate with a 0.394\" \/ 10mm pot mounting hole.\u003cbr\u003eThe jack socket I use in this kit again is imperial specification, the outer thread diameter measures 0.367\" \/ 9.32mm and ideally requires a 0.394\" \/ 10mm hole to comfortably mount.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre to centre measurements between components are -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre of Volume pot to centre of tone pot - 42mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre of tone pot to centre of jack socket - 34mm\u003cbr\u003eThese measurements for my templates were taken from a USA Fender Mustang Bass control plate. There is a small amount of 'give' in the wire lengths between the components, but if for any reason the measurements on your bass are drastically different to those stated above, please do get in touch and I may be able to make your kit with an allowance for this. You will need to provide your centre to centre measurements to me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat control knobs will fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe solid shaft version uses CTS Solid shaft pots which have a solid shaft diameter of 0.248\" \/ 6.30mm. You will need control knobs that suit these measurements and secure to the pot via a grub screw on the control knob.\u003cbr\u003eWhereas the split shaft version uses CTS Split Shaft pots which have a adjustable split shaft diameter of 0.236\" \/ 5.95mm. As standard these will fit push-fit\/spline style control knobs to match the measurement stated. But, if you wish to use grub screw style control knobs then the kit can be ordered along with a pair of solid shaft brass conversion sleeves. These fit onto the split shaft post and convert it to 0.248\"\/6.30mm solid shaft for you.\u003cbr\u003eDo not attempt to force fit smaller, metric\/import spec control knobs onto the imperial USA spec pots, doing this can damage the pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\/Parts included\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e- CTS '450' Series +\/-10% Tolerance \u003cspan\u003eaudio taper \u003c\/span\u003epots - 250k, solid or split shaft pot options\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 'Yellow Mustard' type tone capacitor  - 0.02mfd or 0.05mfd options available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Gavitt USA made cloth covered 22AWG wire\u003cbr\u003e- 20AWG Tinned copper ground\u003cbr\u003e- Pure Tone multi contact jack socket\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Soldered using R-Tech Premium Lead-Free (Sn95.5Ag3.9Cu0.6) 22swg Solder wire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoHS Compliant components are used throughout pre-wired assemblies. All components used in this assembly are being used for their intended purposes stated in the guidelines by their relevant manufacturer. Any use outside of stated or recommended guidelines is entirely up to the customer, but sales support\/warranty\/refunds are then extinguished. For a run down of the manufacturers and product data sheets you can click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/pre-wired-assembly-component-data-and-reference-sheets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note - wiring kit does not include new control knobs\/control plate etc but does include the pot\/jack mounting nuts and washers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy these spec parts over others available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimply put, component choice has been one of the most important parts of my product development. I have worked on guitars for many years, and built these kits professionally since 2015, and as a result have been able to see and experience working on the majority of components available on the market. In my findings, A\/B testing and more, I have found the components I decided on for my Signature Series to be the most reliable, best tolerance and great functioning parts to use to help customers get the most out of their instruments. I use CTS '450' series premium spec pots as they have a tight tolerance, and will consistently provide me with accurate value, as well as very solid build quality. I use trusty 'Mustard' style polyester film 'tone' capacitors as in my opinion they simply can't be beat for great value, solid construction, solid lead-outs, super tight tolerances and reliable tone\/function. I would personally much rather use a trusty Mustard for example over something like a paper in oil, as from experience that are so much more reliable to use. This is from carrying out a lot of A\/B testing, both tonally, as well as armed with the multi-meter for testing values and actual tolerances, as well as handling them to test construction quality for long lasting reliability in use. I use the brilliant 'Pure Tone' Multi Contact Jack sockets as they are incredibly reliable, due to their additional contact points for both tip and sleeve. I use CRL, Oak and Switchcraft brand switches across the range as these are built very well, with care will last for many years to come and have long since provided me with reliable use professionally. All kits are wired up with quality USA made Gavitt wire, it's great to work with, super consistent gauge and provides me with a very reliable quality item for my kits. I totally understand that with anything guitar, it is subjective, but I have, with an open mind, thoroughly tested a broad variety of components over the years and these have all become the items I trust to use every day. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarness FAQ's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI've been proudly making, developing and installing my pre-wired guitar harnesses since the beginning of the Home of Tone back in 2015 (time flies when you're having fun right!). Although I feel I do my best in covering as much information as possible across the various product listings, fitting guides, wiring diagrams and more, I thought it might be helpful to put together an FAQ's page that covers some of the general additional questions I get asked. You can view these Harness FAQ's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/wiring-kit-faqs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Ground Bug' deal!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking forward to installing your new wiring, but a little worried about making the ground connections to the pot casings? First time soldering and hear the horror stories of frying pots, or just simply want to neaten up your installs? Then the awesome 'Ground Bug' will help with any of these concerns, beginner or pro modders alike. The Ground Bug is a pot washer that fits between the pot casing and the pickguard\/body and has a number of lugs (much like with the main signal connections on the pot for example) to which you can very easily solder your ground wire connections too. Completely removing the worry and risk of soldering a pot casing, something I know many guitarists complain about having to learn to do. \u003cbr\u003eI have been stocking Ground Bugs for a while, and they really are the perfect match for a pre-wired harness as they further help you with your installs. So I have set up a 10% off Ground Bug deals when purchased with a Home of Tone Signature Series pre-wired harness. This is an automatic discount code, so all you need to have is a Signature Series kit, and a Ground bug in your cart, and the discount will automatically be applied to the bug for you! \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ground Bug - Guitar pot soldering washer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/ground-bugs\/products\/swannell-guitars-daddy-long-legs-ground-bug-ground-lug-pot-washer?variant=45159458799871\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick HERE to view the Ground Bug listing (We recommend the 'Daddy Long Legs' Ground Bug for tighter P-Bass control cavities.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you make custom harnesses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI'm afraid I do not offer a custom harness service. Only kits developed, tested and listed on my website are the available kits. So no custom schematics etc. If you happen to be local to my office, then I do carry out custom work in house, but in regards to shipped out pre-wired harnesses I do not offer custom kits. I am however happy to use different pot values or cap values within reason if you have a specific requirement that differs to the specs listed above. If this is relevant to yourself then please get in touch to discuss further to ensure the request is possible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPSR \u0026amp; Safety info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer: \u003c\/b\u003eJames' Home of Tone, Laburnum Street, Stourbridge, DY8 4NX, UK.\u003cbr\u003eEmail: james@homeoftone.co.uk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eEU Authorised Representative:\u003c\/b\u003e Global Trade Department (NI) Ltd, Office 834, Unit 6, 100 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 6AG, Northern Ireland. Email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:contact@globaltradedept.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact@globaltradedept.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended user: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Signature Solderless Series pre-wired electric guitar and electric bass guitar harnesses are only intended to be used by an adult (over the age of 18). By a guitar repair professional, or someone with sufficient repair\/modification experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Signature Solderless Series pre-wired electric guitar and electric bass guitar harness is a replacement and\/or upgraded pre-wired harness kit that you can use to replace, retrofit or upgrade the volume, tone and pickup selection controls in an electric guitar or electric bass guitar. The Signature Series pre-wired electric guitar and electric bass guitar harness kit offers a quality, pre-assembled harness solution for your electric guitar or electric bass guitar model. Your existing guitar pickups can be installed to this pre-wired harness kit, to allow a factory equivalent or alternative control layout for your electric guitar or electric bass guitar as desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Signature Series Pre-Wired electric guitar harness is intended to be used for:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e▪ The specific model of guitar or bass that is detailed in the product description\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e▪ A like-for-like replacement or upgrade retrofit for your guitar or basses existing volume, tone and pickup selection controls\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e▪ Adjusting the pickup selection, volume and tone where applicable on an amplified electric guitar during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Signature Series Pre-Wired electric guitar harness is not intended to be used:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e▪ In a guitar or bass model that it is not specifically designed and advertised for\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e▪ where modifications to the kit, its schematic or its components are carried out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James' Home of Tone","offers":[{"title":"Solid Shaft - 1\/4\" \/ .05uF (Vintage correct) \/ Without ground wire (will be using existing one on guitar)","offer_id":57860158325118,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-001","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Solid Shaft - 1\/4\" \/ .05uF (Vintage correct) \/ With new pre-soldered ground wire","offer_id":57860158357886,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-002","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Solid Shaft - 1\/4\" \/ .02uF (Modern\/slightly brighter) \/ Without ground wire (will be using existing one on guitar)","offer_id":57860158259582,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-003","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Solid Shaft - 1\/4\" \/ .02uF (Modern\/slightly brighter) \/ With new pre-soldered ground wire","offer_id":57860158292350,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-004","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split Shaft - 24 fine knurl spline \/ .05uF (Vintage correct) \/ Without ground wire (will be using existing one on guitar)","offer_id":57860158521726,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-005","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split Shaft - 24 fine knurl spline \/ .05uF (Vintage correct) \/ With new pre-soldered ground wire","offer_id":57860158554494,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-006","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split Shaft - 24 fine knurl spline \/ .02uF (Modern\/slightly brighter) \/ Without ground wire (will be using existing one on guitar)","offer_id":57860158456190,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-007","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split Shaft - 24 fine knurl spline \/ .02uF (Modern\/slightly brighter) \/ With new pre-soldered ground wire","offer_id":57860158488958,"sku":"SIG-MB-RH-008","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1117\/5838\/files\/Signature_Series_Precision_Bass_wiring_kit.png?v=1775599279","url":"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/products\/pre-wired-bass-guitar-wiring-harness-mustang-bass-kit-right-handed","provider":"Home of Tone Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}