Squier Strat selector switch

[Squier Ken]

Not long ago I had the pickup selector switch replaced on my Hank Marvin Signature Squier Strat - at the bridge pickup position I would sometimes lose sound (obviously a poor connection somewhere - fiddling about with the switch would usually restore sound.) After very little use, the problem is recurring with the new switch. Is this a 'known' problem? Anyone else solved it? I'm guessing I need to buy a more robust (and consequently more expensive!) switch.

Ken

[dave robinson]

First of all check the soldering and make sure it's a good joint. I have had a similar experience and this cured it.
If you do buy a new one, I'd recommend you get yourself an Oak Grigsby switch, you can find them on Ebay - these are what Fender usually fit to their USA models.

[Squier Ken]

Thanks Dave - the Oak Grigsby prices vary quite a bit, but they all seem cheaper than the switch I bought last year! I'll have a chat to my luthier friend....

Ken

[anniv 63]

Had the same problem with this model. Fortunely I had a spare USA 3 way switch taken out of a 57 reissue so this solved the poor switching and in my case is tight enough to hold in all 5 positions as needed.

Mike

[zager]

if its an open switch have a look and make sure that no solder has dropped down into the switch. this can happen if your not careful when soldering the pickup wires to the lugs.regards tony

[Graylion]

Thanks for that tip Dave. From £8.50 on eBay today - that sounds pretty cheap for a quality switch!
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