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Title: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on April 09, 2014, 08:16:37 PM
Hey folks,

I am Shaun from Guitar Sauce. I specialise in quality guitar wiring harness upgrades for a range of popular guitars. All of my wiring harnesses are handmade using quality US spec parts and are made to order.

If you are working on a guitar build or simply need to upgrade those dodgy electronics, I can help!

You can check out our wiring harnesses here: https://guitarsauce.com.au/guitar-wiring-harness-upgrades/ (https://guitarsauce.com.au/guitar-wiring-harness-upgrades/?utm_campaign=guitaristguild-forum&utm_medium=post&utm_source=forum&utm_content=business-post). If there is something specific you are after which isn't featured on the website then feel free to shoot me an email (https://guitarsauce.com.au/contact-us/?utm_campaign=guitaristguild-forum&utm_medium=post&utm_source=forum&utm_content=business-post) and I will be happy to help out.

Free shipping in Australia!
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on April 12, 2014, 01:15:16 PM
Awesome! Not only does the Australian component please me, but the fact that you appear to be within driving distance pleases me more :)
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: AtrumKithara on April 14, 2014, 05:59:29 PM
Definitely a worthwhile upgrade.  Cheap electronics are so annoying.  Even mid-priced guitars seem to have poor quality electronics.  Switches that quickly wear out and scratchy pots that start to cut out in spots, grrr.  I have never had any luck with cleaning them either (nor do I understand how they could have gotten so dirty so quick in a nearly sealed housing that is in a covered chamber.)  Replacement is the way to go.     
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on April 15, 2014, 11:07:36 AM
Quote from: Scarebear on April 12, 2014, 01:15:16 PM
Awesome! Not only does the Australian component please me, but the fact that you appear to be within driving distance pleases me more :)

Hey Scarebear, thanks for the follow on Twitter! Yup, located on the Gold Coast so if you need any wiring help just give us a shout!

Quote from: AtrumKithara on April 14, 2014, 05:59:29 PM
Definitely a worthwhile upgrade.  Cheap electronics are so annoying.  Even mid-priced guitars seem to have poor quality electronics.  Switches that quickly wear out and scratchy pots that start to cut out in spots, grrr.  I have never had any luck with cleaning them either (nor do I understand how they could have gotten so dirty so quick in a nearly sealed housing that is in a covered chamber.)  Replacement is the way to go.     

Couldn't agree more, AtrumKithara. Some of the wiring I have pulled out of guitars has been appalling. Unfortunately, some manufacturers cut corners in order to increase profits and an easy way to do this is with components which you tend to not see when purchasing a guitar - all the electronics hidden inside them. As for the trouble with cheap pots, if cleaning them doesn't help then chances are the tracks inside them are damaged or wearing out - common problem with the cheap ones.

Love that Tele on your website, AtrumKithara!
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on April 16, 2014, 01:23:04 PM
Quote from: Guitar Sauce on April 15, 2014, 11:07:36 AM
Hey Scarebear, thanks for the follow on Twitter! Yup, located on the Gold Coast so if you need any wiring help just give us a shout!

I have a terrible guitar that I'm still proud of because I put much of it together myself (and it shows). One thing I have no clue about though is wiring and electronics in general. I may just contact you to get some costs for a rewire.
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on April 19, 2014, 11:26:14 PM
Quote from: Scarebear on April 16, 2014, 01:23:04 PM
Quote from: Guitar Sauce on April 15, 2014, 11:07:36 AM
Hey Scarebear, thanks for the follow on Twitter! Yup, located on the Gold Coast so if you need any wiring help just give us a shout!

I have a terrible guitar that I'm still proud of because I put much of it together myself (and it shows). One thing I have no clue about though is wiring and electronics in general. I may just contact you to get some costs for a rewire.

No worries at all, I sent you back an email  :)
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on April 20, 2014, 07:00:05 AM
Quote from: Guitar Sauce on April 19, 2014, 11:26:14 PM
No worries at all, I sent you back an email  :)

Awesome! I just located the email (lost in spam). This could be cool :)
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on May 04, 2014, 09:17:40 AM
I just wanted to quickly write something to let people know I went ahead with a Guitar Sauce rewire. I'm not electronically minded nor can I use a soldering iron without burning myself, so I asked Shaun to do the rewire for me (for a fee obviously). I have to say I am absolutely amazed with the tonal difference (not to mention the custom wiring change I requested).

I loved my Notcaster before the rewire. I love it a whole lot more now. It's no longer one of my lesser guitars. I'll be writing more about the process on my own website as soon as I get a spare moment.

:tup:
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on May 04, 2014, 11:52:13 PM
Quote from: Scarebear on May 04, 2014, 09:17:40 AM
I just wanted to quickly write something to let people know I went ahead with a Guitar Sauce rewire. I'm not electronically minded nor can I use a soldering iron without burning myself, so I asked Shaun to do the rewire for me (for a fee obviously). I have to say I am absolutely amazed with the tonal difference (not to mention the custom wiring change I requested).

I loved my Notcaster before the rewire. I love it a whole lot more now. It's no longer one of my lesser guitars. I'll be writing more about the process on my own website as soon as I get a spare moment.

:tup:

Hey Jason, thank you for the kind words! If you happen to record anything on your tele I would be keen to hear how it sounds
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on May 05, 2014, 02:18:02 AM
Quote from: Guitar Sauce on May 04, 2014, 11:52:13 PM
Hey Jason, thank you for the kind words! If you happen to record anything on your tele I would be keen to hear how it sounds

I'm sure I can arrange that. Just give me a bit of time to sort some things out. I have a few things on the go right now.
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on May 13, 2014, 12:38:16 PM
I finally got my act together. Full story on my website (http://www.scarebear.org/2014/05/guitar-sauce-wiring-kits%E2%80%94they-rock) and I made a very quick and simple sound file that showcases the clean tones (going from middle position through to the neck position) and the distorted tone (using the bridge position). Neck clean and bridge distorted are now perfect for my liking. I love it!

Fingers crossed as I attempt to embed fromSoundCloud :)

scarysounds ยท saucy
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on May 14, 2014, 08:21:23 PM
Quote from: Scarebear on May 13, 2014, 12:38:16 PM
I finally got my act together. Full story on my website (http://www.scarebear.org/2014/05/guitar-sauce-wiring-kits%E2%80%94they-rock) and I made a very quick and simple sound file that showcases the clean tones (going from middle position through to the neck position) and the distorted tone (using the bridge position). Neck clean and bridge distorted are now perfect for my liking. I love it!

Fingers crossed as I attempt to embed fromSoundCloud :)

That tele is sounding very cool! Just goes to show, you don't need a $3000 guitar to have great tone.
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on May 16, 2014, 04:40:12 AM
Quote from: Guitar Sauce on May 14, 2014, 08:21:23 PM
That tele is sounding very cool! Just goes to show, you don't need a $3000 guitar to have great tone.

Thanks (for fixing the wiring and the compliment) :)

I know what you mean though. That guitar has cost me about $300 in total I believe (including your rewire). The best part is it's all my self-selected gear so it's the guitar I always wanted.
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on September 12, 2014, 11:18:12 PM
Hey folks,

After a long wait I have finally received another shipment of Russian PIO capacitors. If you are upgrading your wiring then these are the best 'bang for your buck' capacitors you can use.

If you are looking to upgrade your guitars wiring and you would like your capacitors doused in Russian vodka then just let me know!

Premium Guitar Wiring Upgrades (https://guitarsauce.com.au/guitar-wiring-harness-upgrades/?utm_campaign=guitaristguild-forum&utm_medium=post&utm_source=forum&utm_content=business-post)

Cheers,

Shaun
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on January 10, 2015, 10:15:44 PM
A new year with a new website!

https://guitarsauce.com.au/

The new year has started with a bang with the number of orders close to doubling! I suspect santa may have delivered a few guitars this Christmas   8)
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on January 10, 2015, 10:40:53 PM
Great looking website! I like it (although I liked it and your work before the change). I hope 2015 is a good one for you. I may be back for another re-wire one day this year if I'm lucky.
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on January 11, 2015, 05:16:52 AM
Hey Jason, thank you  ;D I noticed you had given yours a revamp a while back too - looking sharp! What guitar are you looking to re wire?
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on January 12, 2015, 12:44:21 PM
Quote from: Guitar Sauce on January 11, 2015, 05:16:52 AM
Hey Jason, thank you  ;D I noticed you had given yours a revamp a while back too - looking sharp! What guitar are you looking to re wire?

I have a Schecter that I'll be replacing the pickups on this year. I'm told I'll be able to do that myself. I doubt my skills ;)

But I also would love to upgrade the wiring on my Squier Telecaster (which has three pickups and a five-way switch). I may give you a call about that one this year :)
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on January 13, 2015, 10:24:31 AM
Quote from: Scarebear on January 12, 2015, 12:44:21 PM

I have a Schecter that I'll be replacing the pickups on this year. I'm told I'll be able to do that myself. I doubt my skills ;)

I have faith!  :tup: But if you happen to end up burning yourself/causing a fire then just give us a call or shoot me an email, happy to help  8)

Quote from: Scarebear on January 12, 2015, 12:44:21 PM
But I also would love to upgrade the wiring on my Squier Telecaster (which has three pickups and a five-way switch). I may give you a call about that one this year :)

Funny coincidence - I have a customer looking for a new harness for his 3 PU, 5-way switch Tele at the moment (Modern Player Plus). He is considering having it wired a little differently so if it all goes ahead I'll let you know how it turns out. Could give you some ideas for yours
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Scarebear on January 13, 2015, 08:07:07 PM
Quote
Funny coincidence - I have a customer looking for a new harness for his 3 PU, 5-way switch Tele at the moment (Modern Player Plus). He is considering having it wired a little differently so if it all goes ahead I'll let you know how it turns out. Could give you some ideas for yours

That sounds perfect. Keep me in the loop. I'll be interested to see what you end up doing.
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Mick on April 10, 2016, 12:54:08 PM
Shaun, you've gone very quiet lately, Guitar Sauce still going strong?
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Guitar Sauce on July 27, 2017, 05:23:27 AM
Hey Mick,

My wife and I were overseas recently for 5 months or so. I had to wind things down with the business before we went away. But I am back on board now having dusted off the soldering iron  ;D
Title: Re: Guitar Wiring Harnesses
Post by: Mick on July 27, 2017, 06:32:53 AM
Shaun,  great to hear from you again.  Glad you're back and all's good.  :tup: