Eliminate Muddy Tone: The Classic Standard Treble Bleed |
Treble Bleed Comparison |
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Why Use a Treble Bleed Circuit? The Standard (Parallel) circuit utilizes a resistor and capacitor wired in parallel. This configuration provides a classic, predictable frequency roll-off. It is the gold standard for players seeking that familiar, vintage “sparkle” when turning down, specifically suited for lower-output vintage pickups. |
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Preserve your vintage tone with every turn of the volume knob.
The Boffin FX 1,061 Hz Adjustable Treble Bleed is engineered specifically for players who demand the clarity of a modern rig but rely on the warm, nuanced output of vintage-style pickups. By effectively neutralizing the “muddy” frequency roll-off inherent in passive electronics, this circuit ensures your guitar’s voice remains bright, balanced, and responsive—no matter how low you turn your volume.
Tuned to a 1,061.6 Hz cut-off frequency, this circuit is optimized to retain the delicate “air” and high-end harmonics that vintage, neck, and low-output pickups naturally produce.
Why the Boffin FX 1,061 Hz Circuit is essential for your vintage setup:
Precision Tuning: Includes a built-in adjustable trimpot, allowing you to calibrate the bleed intensity to match the unique resonance of your specific guitar.
Optimized for Vintage Output: Specifically tuned for neck, low-output, and classic-voiced pickups (e.g., Gibson, DiMarzio, Fender, and PRS).
Balanced Response: Transforms your volume knob into a tool for dynamics rather than a “tone-killer.”
Professional Integration: Features a “peel-and-stick” adhesive backing for a clean, secure mount inside your control cavity.
Simple Install: Straightforward two-wire soldering to your volume potentiometer input and output lugs.
Technical Specifications
Circuit Type: Adjustable Treble Bleed / High-Pass Filter.
Cut-off Frequency: 1,061.6 Hz (Optimized for Vintage/Neck/Low-Output).
Dimensions: 28mm x 15mm (1.1″ x 0.6″).
Mounting: Integrated adhesive backing for permanent installation.
Still not sure which circuit is right for your rig? Not all Treble Bleeds are created equal. Different topologies (Parallel vs. Series) drastically change how your volume pot feels. Read our Ultimate Guide to Treble Bleed Circuits.
Treble Bleed Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my guitar tone get muddy when I turn down the volume?
Passive guitar circuits act as a low-pass filter. As you roll off the volume, the resistance increases, causing high frequencies to bleed to ground. Our circuits counteract this by providing an alternative path for those high frequencies.
Which circuit type should I choose for my pickups?
For vintage-output single coils, the Standard (Parallel) is ideal. If you use high-output humbuckers or desire a very consistent tone throughout the entire volume sweep, the Kinman (Series) is generally preferred. The Hybrid allows for fine-tuning the balance between these behaviors.
Can I install this if I am not an experienced technician?
Our circuits are designed for straightforward integration. If you are comfortable with basic soldering, you can easily install these directly onto your existing volume potentiometer lugs.
Does this work with my onboard Boffin FX Booster?
Yes. In fact, many players integrate our treble bleed circuits alongside our onboard MOSFET boosters to create a fully optimized signal chain that maintains both gain and tonal clarity at any volume level.
Wiring Diagram
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Small and easy to solder up