RV4 Potentiometers

[FunkyE9th]

I've been using the $3 pots from AES. Are the RV4's really worth the extra money? They are about $10-$15 a pop. I'm not interested in whether they will add more "mojo" to my amps. Just want them to last longer and not get all scratchy. Should I just stick with regular pots and a can of deoxit?

[billyz]

If you are referring to the PEC brand, I think they are better. Better Taper, feel better, and much better construction. Also, i found some 5 K linear at Fry's for $6.95. And they are not made in china.

[FunkyE9th]

Yup, PEC was one of the RV4 brands I saw. Saw some Clarostats, Reon and CTS too.

[ApexJr.]

Check out this page... Bottom is the RV4
http://www.apexjr.com/Bourns.htm

I stock some RV 4 types AB, Ohmite, Reon, PEC and Claostat
My prices are $2.50 ea alot better than the $6.95 - $15.00 each
Mine are New Surplus.
Also have a small quantity of some removed from equipment at
$1.00 each

Also the bourns pots that have been good for the express and liverpool

Steve @ Apex Jr

[v846]

Hi Steve,

The Bourns look good, any plans for a 5K linear ?

Thanks

[ApexJr.]

Yes, when I reorder more...

But have RV4's in stock

Steve @ Apex Jr