help, SOS!!!

Posted by Rob Uker on February 26, 2012 at 5:31pm

I just built a six string, I installes an 8K humbucker at the neck and a 15 K at the bridge. They sound ok but hum like crazy.

I eliminated the pots and switches and hooked them directly  to the jack and they still hum

What can I do?

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  • Rob Uker February 26, 2012 at 5:46pm

    the hum decreases when I touch the jack.

  • Rob Uker February 26, 2012 at 5:46pm

    I grounded the bridge with an 18awg standed wire. 

    I couldn't find anything to sheild with so I used a aluminum foil tape. Does that work? 

  • David L. February 26, 2012 at 5:35pm

    Did you ground the strings via the bridge or tailpiece?

  • Charlotte Henry February 26, 2012 at 5:33pm
    Did you shield anything?
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