Worked perfectly! I love the added option for a more open, powerful combined pickup sound. Installation was quick and easy.
I’ve used Obsidian wiring harnesses multiple times, and they’re absolutely worth it. They save time, eliminate headaches, and deliver consistent, high-quality results. While I sometimes enjoy soldering for the experience, most of the time I just want a fast, reliable upgrade, and this nails it.
I did need to convert my neck pickup to a 3-wire setup, but it was surprisingly simple even as a first-timer. Just keep that in mind—either use a 3-wire pickup or be prepared for a little light cutting and soldering.
Vintage '3-Way' for Tele®
I have installed 4 of these Obsidian harnesses now for several different types of guitars. I'm fine at soldering and sometimes I really enjoy that, but I also really enjoy getting one of these in the mail and doing a pickup swap in minutes. The pots feel and sound great, the switch is consistent and has a solid click to it. The instructions are easy to follow. There's lots of configuration options if you decide to change your mind later. I always find these well worth it and this model was no exception.
I bought the Gen2 5-way switch HSS kit for two reasons. First to revive the playtime on a guitar that I hadn't touched in years and two, to add an HSS config which was something that I wanted to do for a while.
The install truly was straightforward between the instructions and picture/video reference material online. The instrument now sounds so amazing in the bridge with the full-sized Pearly Gates that I installed...I finally have a bridge position which works for my taste in music.
The experience with the kit was awesome and I will absolutely purchase another one in the future. My only gripe (which is why I didn't give five stars) was the output jack. I find it unnecessarily challenging to remove the guitar cable after it's been plugged in. I'm sure other customers love it (as seen in the reviews), but for me it's just a bit of a nuisance to the point where I will reinstall the OEM one from Fender at some point. Other than that, I could not be happier with the kit from ObsidianWire...you have earned a customer for life. Thanks!