Pair - KY42Y-2 Russian PIO Caps:
- .1uf 160v (Qty 2)
- 10% Tolerence
- The Strat Classic Tone
- Used in Fender and Strat type guitars
Capacitors: This is the key! Great Tone comes from a variaty of things but The Caps are critical. Type, characteriscs and value all make up the Tone! Cap values range from .022uf to .1uf. We offer Orange Drops and my favorite Vintage Russian Paper-In-Oil (PIO) caps. Each with their own characteristics that create various Tones. I spend a great deal of time searching all over the world for good quality caps.
Capacitor Types
- Orange Drops: A favorite of many players. These caps give great tone. Better than the standard caps that come with today's guitars.
- PIO Vintage Russian K42Y-2 (The Green Ones): Great tone characteristics. Very Warm full tone.
- PIO Vintage Russian K40Y-9 (The Silver Ones): Also great characteristics with a fuller tone range.
Capacitor Values
- .047uf used in many Fender guitars. Just a good over all value for great tone.
- .033uf cap will give you a little brighter high end tone over the .047
- .022uf one of most popular for LP & others for years. One of the best value for tone.
- .015uf is great for an LP neck tone cap. Very warm tone. Sometimes known as Clapton's "Woman" Tone
- .1uf is a great cap for Strats. Bright & Bold on the Bridge PU and gives a good warm blues on the Neck.
Hope this helps you have a better understanding of how capacitors effect your tone.
Tone Man Guitar started from my own passion for music, knowledge of electronics and 50+ years of love for the guitar. The great tone from the 50's and 60's guitars is what I try to achieve. I am a one man shop and do all the work my self. I guarantee the best parts and workmanship. I believe in good communication. If you have any questions or need help with your guitar project please send me an email. We Want You To Be 100% Satisfied!
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Gary
Tone Man Guitar