Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control

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★★★★☆
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  • Consistent performance (4)
  • Good performance (2)
  • Good value (2)
  • Clean (1)
  • Easy to use (1)
  • Good action (1)
  • Reliable (1)
  • Very smooth operation (1)
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Cons

  • Does not track well (1)
  • Incompatible (1)
  • New size doesn't fit (1)
  • No schematic (1)

Best Uses

  • Active reference monitors (1)
  • Computer speakers (1)
  • Diy electronics (1)
  • High-end equipment (1)
  • Home brew tube amp (1)
  • Junk box (1)
 
 
 

Provided by RadioShack

Double potentiometer 40% loudness tap. 1/2"-long, 1/4"-diameter shaft. Mounts in 3/8" hole.

Specification Description
Model 271-1732
Accessory Indicator Yes
Benefits Double potentiometer40% loudness tap1/2"-long
Body Material Multi
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin Japan
Description Header Turn up the juice.
Display Catalog Number 271-1732
Enclosure Color MULTI
Features 1/4-diameter shaft Mounts in 3/8 hole
Included in the Box 100K-Ohm Stereo Control (1)Nut (1)Washer (1)
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Max Altitude Operating UOM Feet
Model 271-1732
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Diameter 0.25
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Length 0.5
Product Type Potentiometers
Supported Languages English

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Last update: Oct 8, 2009

Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control Reviews

 
 
 

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Want a passive pre-amp?

"One of these, some RCA chassis jacks, a box, and knob, and you have a passive pre-amp. So what it doesn't have a wiring diagram. Google is your friend!..." Read Full Review »

Apr 07, 2008 by RickeyM

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
ALERT- PART SPECS CHANGED! Now METRIC.

"Dimensions and overall quality changed. NOTE: THIS IS NO LONGER FOR 1/4" KNOB USE. IT IS NOW METRIC. It is NOT the same part although it carries the original Radio Shack part number! Does NOT fit RS knobs or any other 1/4" knob...." Read Full Review »

May 26, 2008 by J Lars

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Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control Review

Want a passive pre-amp?

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • diy electronics
 

"One of these, some RCA chassis jacks, a box, and knob, and you have a passive pre-amp.



So what it doesn't have a wiring diagram. Google is your friend! "

  • Made with Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 7 2008
RickeyM
Maryland
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control Review

ALERT- PART SPECS CHANGED! Now METRIC.

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Incompatible

    Best Uses

  • Junk box
 

"Dimensions and overall quality changed. NOTE: THIS IS NO LONGER FOR 1/4" KNOB USE. IT IS NOW METRIC. It is NOT the same part although it carries the original Radio Shack part number! Does NOT fit RS knobs or any other 1/4" knob. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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May 26 2008
J Lars
Indiana
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control Review

They Changed the Bushing Size

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None to speak of

    Cons

  • New Size Doesn't Fit

    Best Uses

  • None to speak of
 

"The specs for this part say it "mounts in a 3/8 inch hole." Sadly, this is no longer true. They've recently changed the pot you get when you order this part number. The pot you get now with part number 271-1732 has a 5/16 inch bushing. The older version of this part with the 3/8 inch bushing was pe …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jul 29 2009
JB Tipton
Sherman Oaks, CA
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control Review

Hit or Miss

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Very smooth operation

    Cons

  • Does not track well

    Best Uses

  • Home brew tube amp
 

"It turns very smoothly, takes up little space and, given the almost universal 100k rating, can be used almost anywhere a stereo pot is required. I've used 4 of them in different projects and they're a bargain. However, some don't track well. I.E. one channel may be slightly louder than the other, …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 8 2007
Old Fat Bubba
The South
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 100K Dual-Ganged Stereo Volume Control Review

This is an component ...

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to use
  • Good performance
  • Good Value
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"This is an component part. People buying this part should know how to solder and have a clue what they are doing it. I used it as a L-Pad passive attenuator between my TiVo and my video capture card in my computer. It works perfect. No more distortion. This part is no more fragile than any other par …"  Read Full Review »

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