Independent Neck & Bridge Volume Control — Master Tone — Premium Components
This Carparelli pre-wired chrome T-Style control plate is designed for players who want more control, more blend options, and more flexibility from a traditional 2-pickup T-Style guitar.
Unlike a standard Tele-style control layout with one master volume and one master tone, this setup gives you separate volume control for each pickup using a CTS concentric potentiometer. That means you can leave the bridge pickup wide open while rolling back the neck, bring the neck in gradually against the bridge, or create endless pickup blend combinations that are not possible with a standard control plate.
The layout shown in the photos is:
3-Way Switch → Master Tone → Concentric Neck/Bridge Volume
This gives you classic 3-way pickup selection, one master tone control, and independent volume control for the neck and bridge pickups.
This control plate is ideal for players who want the familiar feel of a T-Style guitar but with more control over pickup balance.
You can:
Roll back the neck pickup while keeping the bridge full and bright.
Keep the bridge pickup strong while blending in just enough neck warmth.
Balance mismatched pickups more precisely.
Create cleaner rhythm tones and fuller lead tones without touching the amp.
Use the 3-way switch normally while still having individual pickup volume control.
It is a smart upgrade for players who like traditional controls but want more usable tonal range from their guitar.
1 x CRL 3-Way Blade Switch
1 x Chrome T-Style / Tele-Style Control Plate
1 x 0.047 Paper-in-Oil Capacitor ( see options )
1 x Pure Tone Multi-Contact Jack
1 x CTS Concentric Potentiometer
1 x CTS Solid Shaft Potentiometer
1 x Black Barrel Switch Tip
1 x Knurled Tone Knob
1 x Knurled Concentric Knob Set
Vintage-style pushback cloth wire
1 x Easy-to-follow schematic drawing
The photos show the control plate wired in the following order:
Switch First → Master Tone → Concentric Volume Control
The concentric control is used for separate pickup volume control:
Top Ring / Top Control: Neck Volume
Bottom Ring / Bottom Control: Bridge Volume
The solid shaft CTS pot is used as the master tone control with the included 0.047 Emerson PIO capacitor.
This control plate can be customized before shipping.
Available options include:
Changing the control order/layout
Changing the concentric pot value from 500K/250K to 500K/500K
Changing the capacitor value
Adjusting the setup for your specific pickup combination
Other custom wiring requests based on your project needs
The plate shown in the photos is wired with the switch first, master tone second, and concentric volume control third. If you would like a different layout, please send us a message before ordering. We will confirm the requested changes before building or shipping.
Designed to fit a normal T-Style / Telecaster-style control cavity route.
As with any aftermarket guitar part, minor fitment differences can occur depending on the body manufacturer, routing, plate screw placement, and existing hardware. Please confirm your guitar’s route and control plate dimensions before ordering if you are unsure.
This listing is for the pre-wired control plate assembly only. Pickups are not included.
Pickup leads will need to be connected during installation.
A schematic drawing is included to make installation easier.
Custom wiring requests must be confirmed before shipping.
A premium Carparelli-built control plate for players who want classic T-Style simplicity with expanded pickup control, better blending options, and professional-grade components throughout.
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