Deep Dive On Potentiometers And Capacitors

By Scott Ulrichs · Vol. 27, No. 1 · November 2025

An in-depth conversation with Taylor of Nostalgic Guitars explores how vintage Centralab and Sprague pots and caps shaped the tone of late-'50s and 1960 Les Paul Standards — and how to get as close as possible in 2025.

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