470kOhm Resistor for Guitar Wiring Mods and Custom Electronics
This 470kOhm resistor is a useful component for a range of guitar wiring mods, repairs and custom electronics projects. It is commonly used in mixed pickup set guitars where you want to fine tune how a pickup interacts with the controls and overall circuit.
A common example is in HS or HSS style layouts, where players may want to use higher value pots to suit a humbucker while avoiding an overly bright response from a single coil. In this type of setup, a 470kOhm resistor can be added to help the single coil pickup see a lower load, making it a popular choice for custom wiring work and tone balancing mods.
This makes it a great option for anyone carrying out wiring changes, building a custom harness or refining an existing guitar circuit.
Key Features
470kOhm resistor for wiring mods and electronics work
- 0.25 Watt – most common for use in guitar circuits
Suitable for HS, HSS and other custom wiring layouts
Ideal for repairs, upgrades and custom harness builds
Useful for balancing pickup response in modified circuits




























