Carparelli 9-Way Stratocaster Wiring Mod – Fully Loaded & Drop-In Ready
Turn your Strat into a tonal powerhouse.
This professionally built Carparelli wiring harness combines a traditional 5-way selector with a precision On/On/On mini toggle, unlocking 9 unique switching options—for a total of 15 distinct tonal variations when factoring in pickup configurations.
With this mod, you’ll achieve combinations you simply can’t get from a stock Strat, including neck+bridge blends and all-three-pickup tones. Perfect for players who crave maximum versatility without sacrificing that classic Strat feel.
What’s Included
3 × Carparelli Staggered Pole Vintage Single Coil Pickups – True vintage clarity with balanced output
Dual Capacitor Mod – Smoother, more refined tone roll-off
3 × CTS Pots – Smooth, precise control and rock-solid reliability
Pure Tone Multi-Contact Jack – Cleaner signal, less crackle
Your Pickguard Choice from a large variety available.
2 × 0.047 μF Capacitors – Vintage-voiced tonal shaping
Switching System
(See included diagram for full details)
Bridge + Middle (Parallel)
Neck + Bridge in Series (Middle in Parallel)
Mini Switch CENTER:
• Standard Strat 5-way with Dual Cap Mod
Bridge + Middle + Neck (Parallel)
Custom Hardware Options
Pickup Covers: Most colors available—tell us your preference
Phillips: Gold, Chrome, Black
Slot: Gold, Chrome, Black, Nickel, Relic
(Default is Chrome Phillips if no preference specified)
Hand-built by Carparelli Guitars – Designed for players who demand more.
Drop it in, plug it in, and explore the full spectrum of Strat tone.