Brooks81 Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Hi i think I need to replace my jack socket on my jazz bass the lead doesn't click into place and can just fall out, it's like the lead won't push in far enough,im just after some info on what type of socket I need and the best place to get one? Is it a tough job to do and does it require any soldering etc? Sorry for the silly questions it's just I haven't had time to take it to bits and have a look. Thanks, Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikay Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 You need one of these - [url="http://www.wdmusic.co.uk/product/1%7C4%22_Jack_Socket_WDE12"]http://www.wdmusic.co.uk/product/1%7C4%22_Jack_Socket_WDE12[/url] Easy job to do but does require soldering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 If it's not utterly broken, you could simply try pushing the contacts back into place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooks81 Posted October 19, 2011 Author Share Posted October 19, 2011 Ok that's great thankyou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paragon Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Yep - I'd try bending the contacts back too - a good first step. A really easy job to replace if you need to - just 2 minutes with a soldering iron (I'd buy a decent socket - available very readily) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 All the Switchcraft sockets I've had lately have been really horrible to get a good solder joint onto. The metal used in them, because of the 'springyness' is not a material that solder takes to easily. The surface plating should make it easier but in some cases the only way to get a good joint is to clean the area with a file or emery paper & use a good flux. Even this doesn't guarantee a good joint, especially with 'modern solders' & you will need a decent soldering iron. Give me a shout if you have problems with it. Cheerz, John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.