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Message started by Delta 77 on 12/29/21 at 15:18:29

Title: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Delta 77 on 12/29/21 at 15:18:29

I'm wanting to buy some knobs for my CSP3's input and output pots..
I've found a few on Fleebay , but would like a few other choices..
Is the (I.D.) rod 6 mm..? How wide of a (O.D.) diameter will fit .75 inch.?
I see a lot for Guitars , Do the ones for guitars fit..?
Thanks BURT...

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Archie on 12/29/21 at 17:40:44

I used 1/2" diameter knobs on mine and I wouldn't go bigger. I put a taller knob on the Master Volume to differentiate it. They all have index lines on them.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Delta 77 on 12/29/21 at 20:06:07

Archie,
Do you remember where you bought them from.?

Burt..

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Archie on 12/29/21 at 22:03:08

Possibly Parts Express. They are aluminum and very nice. I put a bunch on my ZMA too. It's been a long time and with a computer upgrade and several browsers later, I've lost the purchase info.

Something close: https://www.jameco.com/z/MC256KN500B1-4-Multicomp-Corporation-1-4-Shaft-Black-Aluminum-Knob-Pointer-with-2-Set-Screws_2231291.html

This site might be it: https://www.mouser.com/c/electromechanical/knobs-dials/?material=Aluminum&shaft%20diameter=1%2F4%20in

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Tony on 12/29/21 at 23:50:20

I ordered knobs that look just like the ones in Archie's link from Amazon at a cost of $7.00 for 10. I got the black ones, although I liked the white ones a little more. Dark seemed to go better with the amp. There is an unlimited selection under guitar knobs - some with numbers, most without. See if this link works to get you started:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=guitar+knobs+cream&crid=2RNIO6MA3AOCV&sprefix=guitar+knowbs%2Caps%2C176&ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_3_12

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Doug on 12/31/21 at 02:18:14

Be sure to buy knobs with a full 1/4” opening, not 6 mm. I learned the hard way.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Donnie on 12/31/21 at 03:28:40

Doug,

Why couldn't you just run a .250" drill bit into the 6mm hole?

You are talking .014", .007" a side, I wouldn't think that would pose any kind of problem in reaming them out.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Doug on 12/31/21 at 22:25:31

Yes, that probably would have worked, but I didn’t want to take the chance of ruining a $20 set of aluminum knobs. I wound up getting 1/4” knobs from Steve during my most recent CSP3 modification.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Archie on 01/01/22 at 00:25:11

Reaming them would have been harder than it seems. The bit would have grabbed and torn things up. I have lots of experience screwing things up this way!

Donnie is a pro so don't listen to him. ;D

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by kulafu on 01/08/22 at 13:13:07

if one were to replace the knobs, how would you go about it?
Bob

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by HockessinKid on 01/08/22 at 13:48:58

Bob,

There is a small torx set screw on the lower part of each knob (unsure of size but very small). Get a set of inexpensive torx wrenches, insert the torx wrench and turn to the left loosening the screw, then simply pull the knob up. Fairly simple to do then just replace and repeat process in reverse with a new knob.

While some have opted for low cost options, I found custom wood guitar knobs on Etsy I really liked for around $50/set. Good luck.

HK

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by kulafu on 01/08/22 at 14:13:41

HK
Thank you!
Bob

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by BlackBess on 12/26/22 at 20:03:04

Late to the party, but TubeDepot has these:

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Delta 77 on 01/10/23 at 02:16:13

Just realized I never responded back with what I purchased.
I found these on eBay around $10.
They works just fine but I would have been happier with an aluminum set.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Rivieraranch on 01/14/23 at 14:25:20

What size would fit the variable feedback pots for the Mini Torii?

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by qaztar on 03/05/23 at 13:58:21

Not sure about the mini Torii, but here's a pic of "the white knobs" with the CSP3 for reference. Perfect fit. 10 for US $7.49 on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FDHAYL4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Rivieraranch on 03/05/23 at 15:30:54

I realize that I had two knurled gold knobs that were originally on the volume pots that I replaced with Chicken-head knobs. Those gold knurled knobs look really good on the variable feedback control shafts.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by BlackBess on 03/05/23 at 16:35:55

I recently replaced the stock knob on my old “Had” with a “Marshall” control knob. Sent Dennis this picture, but as of yet he has offered no opinion. I’m sure he’s getting tired of my constant flow of useless B.S. (is there an ignore button on this site?) I’m questioning the looks of the one on the PSE300B amp & am wondering about a different knob on this as well. Maybe a “Fender” knob that goes to 10. But I’ve seen “tweed” knobs that go to “12”, shades of Spinal Tap.
“Mine goes to eleven, that’s one more than ten” or something like that.

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by Lon on 03/05/23 at 16:47:14

My favorite knobs are the ebony ones that Steve offers. They just feel so good to the touch!

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by BlackBess on 03/05/23 at 17:29:01

That sounds a lot more tasteful than my goofy idea, but I’m pretty goofy.
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Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by DrewDays34 on 03/05/23 at 21:16:50

Is it not possible to just buy some knobs directly from Decware? :(

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by BlackBess on 03/06/23 at 03:28:09

That’s the Decware knob selection in the picture

amphora

Title: Re: Where Do I Get Replacement Knobs ?
Post by markmiller on 07/06/23 at 08:05:28

Excellent post!