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product_id: 50506274
title: "Musiclily Basic A500K Metric Coarse 18-Spline Split Shaft Pots Audio Taper Potentiometers for Electric Guitar Bass (Set of 2)"
brand: "musiclily"
price: "R437"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Musiclily"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/50506274-musiclily-basic-a500k-metric-coarse-18-spline-split-shaft-pots
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 18mm full-size split shaft Durable metal alloy build 500k ohm audio taper resistance Musiclily Basic A500K Metric Coarse 18-Spline Split Shaft Pots Audio Taper Potentiometers for Electric Guitar Bass (Set of 2)

**Brand:** musiclily
**Price:** R437
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Upgrade your tone, own the stage!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Musiclily Basic A500K Metric Coarse 18-Spline Split Shaft Pots Audio Taper Potentiometers for Electric Guitar Bass (Set of 2) by musiclily
- **How much does it cost?** R437 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/50506274-musiclily-basic-a500k-metric-coarse-18-spline-split-shaft-pots)

## Best For

- musiclily enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted musiclily brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Robust metal alloy construction guarantees durability and reliable performance gig after gig.
- • **Trusted by Players:** Top-rated with 4.1 stars from 369 reviews, delivering consistent resistance between 490-510k ohms.
- • **Plug & Play Upgrade:** Set of 2 potentiometers designed for easy installation and immediate tonal improvement.
- • **Perfect Fit for Your Axe:** Metric 18mm full-size split shaft with 6mm diameter knurled shaft fits most electric guitars and basses seamlessly.
- • **Precision Control, Pro Tone:** A500K audio taper ensures smooth, natural volume and tone adjustments for that perfect sound.

## Overview

The Musiclily Basic A500K Metric Coarse 18-Spline Split Shaft Potentiometers are precision-engineered audio taper pots designed for electric guitars and basses. Featuring a durable metal alloy body, 18mm full-size split shaft, and 500k ohm resistance, this set of two ensures smooth, reliable tone control and easy installation. Highly rated by musicians, these pots deliver consistent performance and a professional upgrade to your instrument’s sound.

## Description

Full SizeFull Resistance: 500k ohmA Type Tone StyleShaft Length: 18mmShaft Diameter: 6mmWhole Length: 30mmBase Diameter: 23mmLong Knurled and split shaft

Review: Good but a little stiff - Good and good readings between 490-510 usually. Just a little stiff to turn
Review: Does exactly what it should. - Superb quality parts at a great price.

## Features

- Fits electric guitar
- Made of metal alloy
- Metric Size,18mm full size split shaft,6mm diameter knurled shaft
- A500K Audio Taper
- Package included: 2 Pcs Guitar Potentiometers

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00G9B03XI |
| Back Material Type | Metal |
| Back material type | Metal |
| Best Sellers Rank | 17,478 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 1,152 in Electric Guitar Parts |
| Body Material Type | Metal |
| Body material | Metal |
| Brand | Musiclily |
| Brand Name | Musiclily |
| Colour | A500K |
| Connector Type | 1/4" Connector |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 369 Reviews |
| Fretboard Material Type | Engineered Wood |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | S |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Included Components | 2 Piece Potentiometer |
| Instrument | Guitar or Bass |
| Item Dimensions | 30 x 6 x 30 millimetres |
| Manufacturer | Musiclily |
| Manufacturer Part Number | M288-2 |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Name | DWQ-11 |
| Model Number | DWQ-11 |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Neck material type | Maple |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Set Name | 2 Pieces |
| Size | 30 mm x 23 mm x 18 mm |
| String Material Type | Metal |
| Top Material Type | Wood |
| Top material type | Wood |
| UPC | 632963174278 |
| Unit Count | 2 Count |

## Product Details

- **Back material type:** Metal
- **Body material:** Metal
- **Brand:** Musiclily
- **Colour:** A500K
- **Fretboard material type:** Engineered Wood
- **Guitar pick-up configuration:** S
- **Hand orientation:** Right
- **Neck material type:** Maple
- **String material type:** Metal
- **Top material type:** Wood

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are the connections as labled 1,2,3 cause they look inverted to most pots I know?**
A: Yes they are.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good but a little stiff
*by D***N on 29 January 2026*

Good and good readings between 490-510 usually. Just a little stiff to turn

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does exactly what it should.
*by S***S on 23 November 2024*

Superb quality parts at a great price.

### ⭐⭐⭐ these are very stiff
*by R***D on 20 June 2025*

works but stiff

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-11*