Folks,
Anyone have a copy of the installation instructions for a 3 way Q-switch on an Essence? I got the switch today, but didn't get the instructions. My guess is it was just a simple oversight, no biggie, but rather than bother Mica for it (I know she's busier than a one-armed paperhanger!) if anyone can hook a brother up, I'd appreciate it.
Thanks,
Alan
HI Alan,
You will find .pdf instructions here ; Is this the correct file that you need ?
http://club.alembicguitars.net/Images/393/13732.html?1099373700 (http://club.alembicguitars.net/index.php?topic=2218)
Wolf
(Message edited by sonicus on December 02, 2013)
Wolf,
I think so. I see its for a SPDT (single pole, double throw) switch. Will this work with a three way Q? My guess is yet, but someone smarter than me needs to chime in .... ;-)
Thanks,
Alan
Alan, what is the contact description for the switch that you have ?
I noticed SPDT as well ____.
Perhaps the above instructions are for an older version ? I do not know what the current version is. The above is what I found on this site .
3 position would be similar, but probably uses either a 3 position (on-off-on) SPDT or possibly a DPDT on-on-on. Been a little too long since my days at the Mothership so I don't remember which.
Thanks , my thoughts were as per your description. I was just helping for the search. I am sure Mica will chime in and tell it like it really is ____
I just bought and installed one of these, lemme know if you want me to scan my instructions - they are a basically the same as the one linked above.
Oh, and I think the three position switch is on-on-on.
Ojo,
That would be great if you could scan and send them to me, or post a link to it! Thanks!
Alan
Adding the scan to the club knowledge base would be swell.
All right, I'll scan the instructions tomorrow, and I'm happy to post it to the forum as well. Share the wealth, that's what I say!
Joe
That would be really cool and swell as well !
Thanks
3 way switch:
(http://club.alembicguitars.net/Images/393/184124.jpg)
You know, I can make a good connection, but my soldering doesn't really look like that..........
Peter
Joe,
You're the man, and many thanks!
Alan
Joe - get a chance to scan the instructions yet?
Sorry for the delay, I just emailed the instructions to you, Alan.
I've got to reduce the size of the pdf, and I'll upload it once I make it smaller.
Joe
Well ... got the 3 way Q-switch installed today ... my tech installed it backwards (all the way up for max boost) but, that's OK. It works, and I've got to say there is a HUGE difference in tonal possibilities. Anyone with an Essence or similarly equipped Alembic - spend the $60 and get this done. It is well worth it, trust me.
Alan,
I installed a 3 way on my Persuader. Best $60 spent on her. Also 3 way is the way to go. In fact I use the mid position more than the full boost.
Pete
Alan,
I installed mine the same way. Towards me for max Q, towards the floor for no boost. Once you start using it, it won't make a lick of difference.
Out of curiosity, do you notice that your tone has a bit more treble when you select either the 3 or 6 DB on the Q, and the filter is wide open?
Joe