To replace Epiphone LP electronics with Gibson

Vades

So far I am really happy with my Epi Joe Perry Boneyard. In all, it is really well put together, and plays and sounds amazing.

The weak point, however, is the electronics (toggle switch and pots) which I would like to upgrade to genuine Gibson spec.

The Gibson store sells this toggle for $41. Is it suitable as a direct replacement for the Epi?

I have read that the switchmaster toggles are the same is the Gibson branded ones, and around half the price. True?

Which pots should I be looking for?

Lastly, where would be the best place to buy online?

djpauw

Dude! Zip up! Your noob is showing!

Vades

djpauw wrote Dude! Zip up! Your noob is showing!

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I have that link bookmarked already, but would like references from members as well if possible.

AlanRatcliffe

Yes, Gibson switches and jacks, etc. are just rebranded Switchcraft parts for which you pay double the price. When in doubt, look at Acme Guitarworks. ?

Switches: http://www.acmeguitarworks.com/Switches-C10.aspx
Pots: http://www.acmeguitarworks.com/500k-Audio-Pot-CTS-750-Bushing-Split-Shaft-P26C15.aspx
Caps: http://www.acmeguitarworks.com/022%C2%B5F-Capacitor-Orange-Drop-P39C205.aspx

Or get a complete LP wiring kit:
http://www.acmeguitarworks.com/Les-Paul-C157.aspx

Or even get a complete prewired assembly (just wire in your pickups):
http://www.acmeguitarworks.com/Acme-Prewired-Les-Paul-Assembly-Full-P1776C185.aspx

Vades

Thanks Allan, will check them out.

djpauw

+1 with regards to acme, that's what I used as a basis for my own LP also....