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A pickup selector s used to select which pickup to play on guitars equipped with two or more pickups. Pickups function even without power so each pickup on a guitar will pick sound up

Fender S-S-H Pickup Selector Switch

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Fender S-S-H Pickup Selector Switch
The Fender Stratocaster S-S-H Pickup Selector Switch.

How to use the traditional humbucker Fender Stratocaster S-S-H Pickup Selector. The basic set-up is as follows:

  • 1st – (all the way down): – Humbucker Bridge only
  • 2nd – Bridge + Middle
  • 3rd – Middle only
  • 4th – Middle + Neck
  • 5th – (all the way up) Neck only

There are variations, if you have a Fender Humbucker (See Above) in the bridge, it could involve splitting the HB. You can always tap your pick-up poles to see which are active in each position (the active one will give an audible click through your amp). In addition, as for tones, your ear should be your best guide. For example, the bridge is on the treble, high end, side and neck on the lower, “bass” side. Personally, I like the 2 and 4 spots best. This is the five-position blade pickup selector switch used on most Fender American made Stratocaster guitars.

S-S-H Pickup Selector Switch Features:

  • Five position blade pickup selector switch used on most Strats
  • Durable and noise-free operation
  • White and black switch tips included
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Mounting screw spacing: 1 5/8”

Whether you’re swapping out a worn switch or simply looking to add some tonal variety to your beloved instrument, Fender® provides top-notch switches complete with knobs and mounting hardware. This five-position blade pickup selector switch is designed for use on most Fender American-made Stratocaster guitars. In addition, the switch comes with both white and black switch tips (one of each) and includes the necessary mounting hardware. For example, it’s a five-position blade-type switch mounted diagonally on the lower half of the pick guard on the treble-strings side, just forward of the control knobs.

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