Fender® 4-Way Pickup Selector Switch for Telecaster Mod
Fender® 4-Way Pickup Selector Switch for Telecaster Mod
Expand Your Tonal Range with Series and Parallel Options
Give your Telecaster more tonal versatility with the Fender® 4-Way Pickup Selector Switch. This high-quality 4-position blade switch allows you to combine your bridge and neck pickups in both parallel and series configurations—unlocking a fatter, more powerful tone without sacrificing your classic Tele sounds.
Whether you’re upgrading a worn-out switch or looking to push your tone further, this mod is a go-to for serious Tele players.
Pickup Position Functionality
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Position 1: Bridge Pickup (standard Tele)
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Position 2: Bridge + Neck in Parallel (standard Tele middle position)
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Position 3: Neck Pickup (standard Tele)
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Position 4: Bridge + Neck in Series (fatter tone and higher output)
The series mode provides a thicker, fuller tone with increased output—ideal for solos, overdrive, and heavier rhythm parts. This switch setup delivers the classic Tele twang and adds a boost when you need it.
Installation Notes
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Works best with standard Telecaster-style wiring mods
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Grounding modification required: lift the ground from the neck pickup cover and add a dedicated ground wire to maintain shielding
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Compatible with Fender Texas Specials and other reverse-wound/reverse-polarity pickups for hum-canceling in positions 2 and 4
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Additional wiring combinations are possible with custom setups
Measurements and Specifications
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Body Depth: 1.34 in. (34 mm)
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Body Width: 0.504 in. (12.8 mm)
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Item Length: 1.878 in. (47.7 mm)
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Mounting Hole Center-to-Center: 1.63 in. (41.4 mm)
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U.S. Screw: #6
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Thread Diameter: 0.138 in.
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Thread Pitch: 32 TPI
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Includes mounting screws and switch tip
Support and Custom Services
We specialize in custom guitar wiring, pickup mods, and handwound pickups.
If you need help with the installation or want to pair this switch with a full wiring upgrade, we’d be happy to assist.
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