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Describes multiple switch configurations (HH1–HH12), including classic three-position switching, series switching in the middle position for fuller louder output, and variations using split Humbuckers with outer coils in series or parallel. 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Classic switching with three positions, Megaswitch T  \nHH2. Three positions, in middle position, switching in series, Megaswitch T  \nHH3. Three positions, in middle position with split Humbucker, outer coils in series, Megaswitch T  \nHH4. Three positions, in middle position with split Humbucker, outer coils parallel, Megaswitch T  \nHH5. Five Positions with Humbucker-splitting in position 2 and 4, Megaswitch M  \nHH6. Five positions with Humbucker-splitting in position 2, 3 and 4, Megaswitch M  \nHH7. Five positions with Humbucker-splitting in position 2, 3 and 4, Megaswitch E  \nHH8. Five positions with parallel switching in position 2 and 4, Megaswitch M  \nHH9. Five positions, combinations as for PRS, Megaswitch P  \nHH10. Five positions, for some Ibanez guitars, Megaswitch M  \nHH11. Five positions, combinations as for PRS, Megaswitch M  \nHH12. Five positions, similar to HH11, Megaswitch M  \nDetail drawing  \nHH1. Classic switching with three positions, Megaswitch T  \nIn guitars with 2 Humbuckers, this is the simplest standard switching. The switches have 3 positions and control the bridge both parallel and the neck. Each one has its own tone control. The ideal switch for this application is the Megaswitch T.  \nIf you want to use this circuit in a guitar with only one tone control, then connect this to the right stop of the volume control (or contacts 4 and 8 on the Megaswitch T) .  \nSwitching functions:  \nElectrical switching principle:  \nWiring diagram:  \nConnections:  \nPositions  \n1 bridge humbucker  \n2 both parallel  \n3 neck humbucker  \nConnections  \n1 to 2, neck hot wire  \n2 to 1, neck hot wire  \n3 to 5, bridge hot wire  \n4 to 8, output  \n5 to 3, bridge hot wire 6-  \n7-  \n8 to 4, output ground: both cold wires  \nHH2. Three positions, in middle position, switching in series, Megaswitch T  \nWith this version, both Humbuckers are switched in series in the middle position. Compared to parallel switching, this results in a louder, fuller tone. In both outer positions, one or the other of the pickups is deactivated . Here, on the neck Humbucker, all coil connections must be disconnected from the earth/ground. In the middle switch position, both Humbuckers are in series. Compared to parallel switching, this creates a louder, fuller tone. In both outer positions, one or the other pickup is deactivated. Here, all coil connections on the neck Humbucker must be disconnected from the earth/ground. This means that Humbucker types with single-core insulated cables are unsuitable. If the high frequencies are to be reduced in the middle position, both tone control knobs should be used to achieve this. Megaswitch T is the ideal choice in this case.  \nIf you want to use this circuit in a guitar with only one tone control, then connect this to the right stop of the volume control (or contact 3 on the Megaswitch T) .  \nSwitching functions:  \nElectric switching principle:  \nWiring diagram:  \nConnections:  \nPositions  \n1 bridge humbucker  \n2 both in series  \n3 neck humbucker  \nConnections  \n1-  \n2 ground  \n3 neck hot wire and output  \n4 neck cold wire and bridge hot wire 5-  \n6- 7- 8-  \nground: 2, bridge cold wire  \nHH3. Three positions, in middle position with split Humbucker, outer coils in series, Megaswitch T  \nWith this version, the middle switch position splits both Humbuckers, although the remaining coils (here the outer ones) are switched in series. Both inner coils are deactivated. This creates a brighter sound compared to coils in series which are not split. It is also possible to activate both inner coils or additionally, an outer and an inner one. In this case, both coils on the Humbucker must be reversed. The middle switch position is buzz-free when a north pole and a south pole coil operate simultaneously. The Megaswitch T is the ideal switch for this application.  \nIf you have a guitar with two tone controls (type \"Stratocaster\"), then just leave one unused.  \nSwitching functions:  \nElectrical","cbCaigSkjjCLOg92","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigSkjjCLOg92","pdf",2601459,32,"English","# Overview\n## HH1 Classic switching with three positions\n## HH2 Series switching in middle position\n## HH3 Split Humbucker with outer coils in series\n## HH4 Split Humbucker with outer coils parallel\n## HH5–HH12 Five-position Megaswitch variants","[{\"question\":\"What does “HH: 2 Humbuckers” refer to in this document?\",\"answer\":\"It refers to guitar circuits designed for two Humbucker pickups, with switching options that route pickup combinations across multiple switch positions.\"},{\"question\":\"How does series switching (HH2) in the middle position affect tone?\",\"answer\":\"Series switching makes the middle-position sound louder and fuller compared with parallel switching, while each outer position deactivates one pickup.\"},{\"question\":\"What additional considerations apply when split Humbuckers are used (e.g., HH3/HH4)?\",\"answer\":\"The document notes that certain coil connections must be deactivated or reversed depending on the intended coil combinations, and that the split mode can change brightness; it also mentions buzz-free operation when opposite-polarity coils are active together.\"}]","HH - Humbucker Switching Overview | PDF",1792959930,81]