EMCI / MCI Neck Selector Switch Wiring

Leo Grassl · From: Madison TN

I am installing some pickups for a friend on an EMCI. The Neck selector switch is the original two button switch system. I need help in identifying where everything goes soldering wise. I am asking any EMCI or MCI owners who care to take the time to email or post a close up picture of the underside of their switch. An angle where I can clearly see the soldering points would be ideal. A good verbal description of what is going on might helpful too. This is not the most straight forward switch I have ever worked on but I love the design.

Thanks a lot in advance,

Leo G

Tommy Detamore · From: Floresville, Texas

Here is a drawing that I have used to go by in the past:

Here is a photo of an actual switch assembly showing an original switch alongside a replacement:

I should point out that in the photo the middle wire to the output jack comes off the opposite side of the switch as compared to the drawing. Since it goes through all four lugs it doesn't really matter which way you do that.

Hope this helps Leo!
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Leo Grassl · From: Madison TN

Tommy this is more than helpful. Thanks so much! Is there any chance of getting a pic of the opposite side of the switch? I guess Iâ€™m wondering mostly now were ground goes...

Thanks again,

Leo G

Tommy Detamore · From: Floresville, Texas

I am glad you find it useful!

Here is a side pic of the installed switch. The grounds are soldered to the base of the switch mounting bracket:

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Leo Grassl · From: Madison TN

Got it Tommy thanks. She’s all wired up and OMG this guitar sounds and sustains incredibly well. Wish I didn’t have to give it back

Tommy Detamore · From: Floresville, Texas

Good deal Leo! They are special guitars. 😊
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