{"product_id":"pre-wired-guitar-wiring-harness-hss-coil-split-supreme-stratocaster-kit-right-handed","title":"Pre-Wired Guitar wiring harness | 'HSS Supreme' coil split Stratocaster 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\u003eI usually make harnesses to order, due to the variety of spec options that could be chosen across the whole range. The current turnaround time for 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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eModel Description\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stratocaster is arguably the most recognisable electric guitar model there is, an icon! HSS (Humbucker\/Single Coil\/Single Coil) configuration Strats have been incredibly popular for many years, due to being one of the most versatile instruments you can own. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut mixing pickup types highlights a particular issue when it comes to wiring, the pot choice compromise! Do you opt for the more traditional Strat choice of 250k pots, which can lead to a dark sounding humbucker position. Or 500k pots which will more than likely lead to an overly single coil sound. Some players may well prefer either of those anyway, but if you'd rather do your best to reduce the compromise and try to help each pickup sound it's best, then this harness may be of some help to you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThose familiar with my pre-wired kits, may already know about my long standing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/fender-harness-models\/products\/signature-series-pre-wired-hss-stratocaster-harness-kit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHSS Strat kit\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/fender-harness-models\/products\/pre-wired-guitar-wiring-harness-hss-coil-split-stratocaster-kit-right-handed\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHSS coil split kit. \u003c\/a\u003eThose specs have been some of my most popular kits, making use of 500k pots and a 470kOhm resistor mod to try and reduce the HSS wiring compromise. This 'HSS Supreme' kit however, furthers that idea and uses some rather cool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/products\/fender-dual-500k-250k-split-shaft-potentiometer\" title=\"Fender CTS 500k 250k dual gang pots\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estacked 500k\/250k\u003c\/a\u003e pots. These particular pots are made by CTS, and custom commissioned by Fender. I first saw them used on a Fender master built HS Telecaster, which sounded fantastic and well balanced, so I wanted to develop some kits based around them. Although it is two pots in one, a 'stacked' or 'dual concentric' pot usually also features two pot shafts meaning you have the stacked control knobs to control each one. These have a singular pot shaft, meaning you can use a regular control knob for easier use and functionality and a traditional looking pickguard too.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat this means is you can have the humbucker running through the 500k side of the volume pot (paired with a 500k tone pot and a 0.02mfd cap), and the bridge single coil running through the 250k side of the volume pot (paired with a 250k tone pot and a 0.05mfd cap). Dedicated pots for each pickup type! In testing this sounded great to my ear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis specific version of the HSS Supreme kit features traditional 5 way switching, but with a push\/pull pot in the bridge humbucker tone position to allow for coil splitting. But wait, there's more! \u003cbr\u003eAs a neat little extra, it is also prepped for the 'partial' coil split mod too, so you can wire it as a standard coil split, or as the partial coil split mod depending on your preference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease ensure your bridge humbucker pickup has 4 conductor wiring, to allow for coil splitting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSolder your humbuckers series link wires to the eyelet number C1 if you want a standard coil split, where there is simply a jumper wire soldered to ground.\u003cbr\u003eOr, solder your humbuckers series link wires to eyelet number C2, if you want the partial coil split mod. Where instead, there is a 2.2kOhm resistor soldered to ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are some important install notes on this kit, due to the size of the stacked pots, bridge humbucker wiring requirements etc, so do please take the time to read the installation information in the tabs below. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard kit - \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaster Volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTone 1 - Neck Single Coil and Middle Single Coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTone 2 push\/pull - Bridge Humbucker (pull up to coil split)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith push\/pull 'down'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition 1 - Bridge Humbucker \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition 2 - Middle Single coil in parallel with the Bridge standard series humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition 3 - Middle single coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition 4 - Neck Single Coil and Middle single coil Parallel together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition 5 - Neck Single Coil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith push\/pull 'up'\u003cbr\u003ePosition 1 - Bridge humbucker coil split\u003cbr\u003ePosition 2 - Middle Single coil in parallel with the Bridge humbucker coil split\u003cbr\u003ePosition 3 - Middle single coil\u003cbr\u003ePosition 4 - Neck Single Coil and Middle single coil Parallel together\u003cbr\u003ePosition 5 - Neck Single Coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge\/vibrato claw ground wire\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eI have decided to make this option available, as many of you may be using this wiring kit on a new, partscaster type build for example. If you are fitting this kit into your existing guitar, and re-attaching the guitars original bridge (hardtail strats) or vibrato claw (vibrato equipped strats) ground wire then simply select without. If you have had to remove the original perhaps, or it’s for a new build altogether and would find having a ground wire pre soldered, simple select with! I supply a 1ft length of Gavitt 22awg wire. Hope this option helps with your specific project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring diagram and wiring info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-Wired kit general fitting guide - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1117\/5838\/files\/Full_Install_Guide_PDF_2023.pdf?v=1692189523\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWiring Diagram - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1117\/5838\/files\/Stratocaster_HSS_Supreme_Coil_Split_RH.pdf?v=1793721992\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJack socket wiring guide - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/how-to-guide-wiring-your-guitars-jack-mono-socket\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoldering ground wires to pot casings - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PB9y3sEXhsU\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWiring FAQs - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/wiring-kit-faqs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\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 Stratocaster, b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eut in this section you'll find some important fitting notes that will hopefully help you assess whether the kit is suitable for your exact Strat or what is required to allow it to fit correctly.\u003cbr\u003eThis kit features a push\/pull pot, and a stacked pot, which have a couple of important details to consider for install compared to installing standard pots. Firstly, cavity depth. Your Strats control cavity must be a minimum of 30mm depth where the pots are situated for the push\/pull pot housing to physically fit. Secondly, the soldering method required to solder your series link wires to the small solder eyelets on the push\/pull pot PCB can be quite tricky due to the tight space and small components. So I would personally recommend this kit to someone who is more comfortable with soldering guitar parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\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. \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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the pots\/jack fit my pickguard and jack 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 pickguard to accommodate for these imperial measurement pots. Or alternatively, purchase a new pickguard that is already suited to the US spec components. The CTS pots and Pure Tone multi contact jack have a mounting thread shaft diameter of 0.369\" \/ 9.38mm so I recommend for ease of install a pickguard and\/or jackplate with 0.394\" \/ 10mm pot\/jack mounting holes. You can easily widen the holes in the Pickguard too if you would prefer, I recommend doing this safely with a step cutter drill bit. I also offer this as a service so if you would like me to widen your plate for you, do please get in touch and we can organise this additionally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you’re buying this kit for a USA or Mexican made Strat, then chances are it will be a direct, no modifications install process for you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre to centre measurements between components are - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre of Switch to volume pot - 48mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre of volume pot to centre of tone pot 1 - 45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentre of tone pot 1 to tone pot 2 - 45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese measurements for my mounting boards\/templates were taken from a USA Fender Stratocaster pickguard. Yours may vary from these measurements. If it is a minimal difference, then don’t worry. I allow for some ‘wiggle’ room in the wire lengths between components to help the product fit a wide variety of models. If the measurements are drastically different to these, then please get in touch with your centre to centre measurements and I will adjust to suit your instrument more closely. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat control knobs will fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit uses CTS Split shaft pots which have a adjustable split shaft diameter of 5.95mm w\/ 24 splines. You will need control knobs that suit these measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you do require a US spec control knobs, I do carry a selection of popular options in stock and they can be viewed in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Guitar control knobs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/control-knobs-switch-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eControl Knob category\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich switch tip will fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuch like with the control knobs, the CRL switch used in this kit is USA spec, with imperial sizes. Therefore you need a switch tip which will fit a CRL switch, which measures 0.185\" \/ 4.72mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you do require a US spec switch tip, I do carry a selection of popular options in stock and they can be viewed in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/control-knobs-switch-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSwitch Tips\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/control-knobs-switch-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e category\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\/Parts included\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 1x CTS '450' Series +\/-10% Tolerance short shaft pot - 250k\/500k stacked pot\u003cbr\u003e- 1x CTS '450' Series +\/-10% Tolerance short shaft push\/pull pot - 500k split shaft\u003cbr\u003e- 1x CTS '450' Series +\/-10% Tolerance short shaft pot - 250k split shaft\u003cbr\u003e- 1x .02mfd 'Yellow Mustard' type tone capacitor\u003cbr\u003e- 1x .05mfd 'Yellow Mustard' type tone capacitor\u003cbr\u003e- 1x RS Pro 2.2kOhm Resistor\u003cbr\u003e- 1x Pure Tone multi contact jack socket (nickel finish)\u003cbr\u003e- 1x CRL spring loaded 5 way lever switch\u003cbr\u003e- 1x Keystone Electronics 7313 connection terminal lug washer #8\u003cbr\u003e- Gavitt USA made cloth covered 22AWG wire\u003cbr\u003e- 20AWG Tinned copper ground\u003cbr\u003e- Soldered using R-Tech Premium Lead-Free (Sn95.5Ag3.9Cu0.6) 22swg Solder wire \u003cbr\u003eRoHS Compliant\u003cbr\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 href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/pages\/pre-wired-assembly-component-data-and-reference-sheets\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note - wiring kit does not include new control knobs\/switch tip\/control plate etc but does include the pot\/jack mounting nuts and washers and switch mounting screws. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy these spec parts over others available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\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 title=\"Ground Bug - Guitar pot soldering washer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/collections\/shielding-misc-wiring-parts\/products\/swannell-guitars-ground-bug-ground-lug-pot-washer?variant=44137818194175\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick HERE to view the Ground Bug listing\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\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James' Home of Tone","offers":[{"title":"Without ground wire","offer_id":58071277371774,"sku":"SIG-STR-HSSSUPR-RH-001","price":94.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"With new pre-soldered ground wire","offer_id":58071277404542,"sku":"SIG-STR-HSSSUPR-RH-002","price":94.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1117\/5838\/files\/Home_of_Tone_Signature_Series_HSS_Supreme_Stratocaster_wiring_harness_loom_kit_1.jpg?v=1793805161","url":"https:\/\/www.homeoftone.co.uk\/products\/pre-wired-guitar-wiring-harness-hss-coil-split-supreme-stratocaster-kit-right-handed","provider":"Home of Tone Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}