Toggle switch lock? Does it exist?

[JSett]

I know people make them for Strat switches but is there anything out there, bar the reliable strip of gaffer tape, that can lock or hold a toggle switch in place to prevent accidental changes?

Damn the LP one is right in the way

[UlricvonCatalyst]

I've read that rubbers (i.e. "erasers") are sometimes cut down to jam Mustang/Rhythm-Lead switches on or off. Just wondering if something along those lines could be contrived for a toggle switch. Is this to stick the LP on the bridge setting, perchance?

[JSett]

I've read that rubbers (i.e. "erasers") are sometimes cut down to jam Mustang/Rhythm-Lead switches on or off. Just wondering if something along those lines could be contrived for a toggle switch. Is this to stick the LP on the bridge setting, perchance?

I use little bits of pick cut to size to fix Rhythm circuits so that makes sense.

Yeah, it's for the LP but I actually don't know why I'm worrying about it, I don't think I'll be gigging with it anytime soon

This thread is kinda pointless

[UlricvonCatalyst]

I was trying to visualise a toggle switch and wondering if the ubiquitous Grolsch bottle washer might be of some use, but even if it was it wouldn't look great on a black guitar.

[JSett]

I was trying to visualise a toggle switch and wondering if the ubiquitous Grolsch bottle washer might be of some use, but even if it was it wouldn't look great on a black guitar.

I actually have a big bag of black Grolsch washers that I've been gradually working though for over a decade.

[luau]

If you've got enough wire and can stand the visual, rotate it a bit. I have the same problem with JMs and that's how I manage it.

[timtam]

Common for on-off toggles - google 'missile switch cover'. Often used in industrial applications. There are other variants for other switch types that are just shrouds/surrounds to prevent accidental knocking but most are probably too bulky to be practical on a guitar. But they are popular for example amongst repro spacecraft enthusiasts for control panels. Google 'toggle switch guard'. 3D printing might offer some more practical options.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/175369909821
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/175197080927
https://www.printables.com/model/108963 ... itch-guard
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/mi ... s-nasa-iss

Something like the stompshield might also be adaptable ?
http://stompshield.com/

But maybe this is what you need ....

https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/1159023 ... odized-red

[MayTheFuzzBeWithYou]

Just take that neck pickup and the toggle out already, Johnny!

No, in all seriousness: get to know the position and learn to love it.

On my Les Paul (in what feels like a different lifetime) I used to switch between pickups a lot (Neck on full volume, Bridge on „clean“ so maybe half - with Fuzz of course) and I had the switch turned to 30-45 degrees (from the regular up-down) so I could effortlessly take it with my strumming if I wanted to. Maybe even 90 degrees (like on a Jazzmaster) works best for you as you can‘t hit it from above).

Other than that, if the shaft allows for it: lower it as far as it goes and take the cap of. Lower lever - less danger of getting in the way.

But I also like that rocket launch cage.

Maybe something like that can be mounted instead of the „rhythm-treble“ shield. Or a see-through-dome that needs to be opened first (maybe with two keys at the same time).

[JSett]

Just take that neck pickup and the toggle out already, Johnny!

I am actually going to exercise some restraint this time. Even I have a line

But yeah, jokes aside - and obvious wild suggestions - I think it's definitely going to be a case of me learning to work around it. No danger of me accidentally changing during a song playing a gig because it's not leaving the house.

Maybe I should chop it in for a 50s Jr

[sal paradise]

Johnny at his last show, wondering why he just can’t stop changing pickups mid-song with his Les Paul

[JSett]

Johnny at his last show, wondering why he just can’t stop changing pickups mid-song with his Les Paul

Jeez. I get enough BJA ribbings from Ptaszek as it is, I don't need it from a second source

[sal paradise]

Johnny Joe Bonamouser \m/

[JSett]

That's it, IM OFF