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product_id: 342091688
title: "The Art Of Tone CTS 500K Pot Short (3/8 inch) Solid Shaft, 10% Audio Taper, 10% Tolerance, Pair (2X)"
brand: "the art of tone"
price: "272 Lei"
currency: RON
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/342091688-the-art-of-tone-cts-500k-pot-short-3-8
store_origin: RO
region: Romania
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# Trusted CTS tone legacy 55+ yrs Solid brass 1/4" shaft, imperial fit 10% audio taper for smooth control The Art Of Tone CTS 500K Pot Short (3/8 inch) Solid Shaft, 10% Audio Taper, 10% Tolerance, Pair (2X)

**Brand:** the art of tone
**Price:** 272 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your tone game with CTS precision—because your guitar deserves the best!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Art Of Tone CTS 500K Pot Short (3/8 inch) Solid Shaft, 10% Audio Taper, 10% Tolerance, Pair (2X) by the art of tone
- **How much does it cost?** 272 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- the art of tone enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the art of tone brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready-to-Install Kit:** Includes hex nuts, lock & dress washers—no extra hardware needed, just plug and play.
- • **Seamless Audio Control:** 10% logarithmic taper ensures buttery smooth volume and tone adjustments.
- • **Precision Build Quality:** Solid brass shaft and bushing with 10% tolerance for consistent performance every time.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits classic guitars like Les Paul, Strat, Telecaster, and SG with standard US set-screw knobs.
- • **Legendary CTS Craftsmanship:** Over 55 years of delivering iconic guitar tone reliability.

## Overview

The Art Of Tone CTS 500K Pot Short is a pair of premium solid shaft potentiometers featuring a 10% audio taper and 10% tolerance, crafted with solid brass components. Designed for seamless integration with iconic guitar models, these CTS pots come ready to install with all necessary hardware, ensuring smooth, reliable tone and volume control backed by over 55 years of trusted craftsmanship.

## Description

PAIR (2X) CTS 500K Full Size short, SOLID shaft audio taper pot. 450G Series. 10% tolerance. Shaft and bushing are brass. Comes with nut, lock & dress washer. Threaded bushing is 3/8" tall X 3/8" diameter, shaft is 1/4" in diameter. Use knobs that fasten with a set screw. Note: This part requires a 3/8" mounting hole. Not suitable for use with import products that use metric sizing.

## Features

- Genuine CTS pots: A trusted name for the best in guitar tone for over 55 years!
- Versatile design: Perfectly suited for both tone and volume controls and compatible with many guitar models like Les Paul, SG, Telecaster, Stratocaster, and more!
- Smooth audio taper: 10% logarithmic audio taper (fast taper or 'A' taper) provides a perceptively seamless and smooth transition in signal.
- Imperial-fit: ¼ diameter brass shaft will fit nearly all set screw knobs made in the USA. Metric-sized and import knobs may not work.
- No additional hardware needed: Includes 2 hex nuts, 1 dress washer, and 1 lock washer for each pot, ready for installation!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 10.16 x 5.08 x 5.08 cm; 41 g |
| Item model number | 450GT36R504A2S |
| Connector | Solder |
| Material Type | Brass |
| Country Produced In | Taiwan |
| Voltage | 1080 Volts (AC) |
| Item Weight | 41 g |

## Product Details

- **Operation mode:** manual
- **Contact type:** Normally Open
- **Connector type:** Solder
- **Brand:** The Art Of Tone
- **Terminal:** Solder
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 10.2 x 5.1 x 5.1 centimetres
- **Circuit type:** 2-way
- **Mounting type:** Through Hole Mount
- **Actuator type:** Rotary
- **Contact material:** Brass

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*Last updated: 2026-01-27*