Seymour Duncan YJM-250, 250K Pot, YJM logo
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11807-50-250
Description
Seymour Duncan YJM-250 Potentiometer — 250K Volume Pot
The Seymour Duncan YJM-250 is a high-speed volume potentiometer engineered for players who demand responsive control and fast action during performance. Built on a Bourns platform with minimal-viscosity lubricant, this pot delivers smooth, effortless turns without the sluggish resistance of standard volume controls. Designed and endorsed for professional-grade wiring upgrades, the YJM-250 brings precision electronics to any instrument needing a reliability upgrade.
Design & Construction
This pot features a split-shaft design with 6mm grooved shaft, ensuring secure mounting and compatibility with standard potentiometer brackets and knobs. The Bourns manufacturing base guarantees consistent quality and durability across the winding and resistance tolerances critical to audio circuits.
Performance & Taper
The High Speed Audio Taper response curve gives you precise control over volume levels with minimal dead zone, making subtle adjustments or dramatic swells equally responsive. The minimal-viscosity lubricant inside eliminates the grinding or stiffness that degrades feel over time, keeping your control smooth for thousands of turns.
Key Features
- Resistance value: 250 kOhms
- Volume potentiometer configuration
- High Speed Audio Taper for responsive control curve
- Split-shaft design with 6mm shaft diameter
- Grooved shaft for secure knob mounting
- Bourns potentiometer base for reliable manufacturing
- Minimal-viscosity lubricant for smooth, fast-action turns
- Soldered connections — no push/push or tandem configurations
The YJM-250 delivers the fast, reliable volume control that professional musicians expect from a Seymour Duncan electronics component.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan YJM-250 is a 250K volume potentiometer built on a Bourns platform with high-speed audio taper and minimal-viscosity lubricant for smooth, responsive control without dead zones or stiffness. Built for gigging and touring musicians, it brings professional-grade precision to any instrument upgrade, eliminating sluggish resistance so you can make subtle adjustments or dramatic swells with equal ease during live performance. Choose this pot if you want a reliable, fast-action control that stays smooth through thousands of turns on the road.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Gigging
- ✓ Touring
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does '250K' mean and which instruments or audio gear does this fit?
250K refers to the resistance value in kilo-ohms; this is a standard volume potentiometer for electric guitars, basses, and audio equipment needing a volume control upgrade. The split-shaft design with 6mm grooved shaft ensures compatibility with standard potentiometer brackets and most instrument and pro-audio knobs.
How does the high-speed audio taper make this different from a standard volume pot?
The high-speed audio taper gives you precise control with minimal dead zone, meaning you can make subtle volume adjustments in the lower range and dramatic swells in the upper range without sluggish or unresponsive feel. The minimal-viscosity lubricant eliminates grinding and stiffness, keeping the control smooth and fast-action through thousands of turns.
Is this pot durable for touring and regular live use?
Yes; it is built on a Bourns manufacturing platform with consistent quality and durability tolerances, designed and endorsed for professional-grade installations. The minimal-viscosity lubricant and solid construction keep the control reliable across long tours and repeated use.
What is included and how is it wired?
The YJM-250 comes as a standalone potentiometer with soldered connections—no push/push or tandem configurations. Installation requires soldering to your instrument or audio gear's existing wiring harness.
How does this compare to other 250K pots like CTS or Alpha?
The YJM-250 is built on the Bourns platform with minimal-viscosity lubricant and high-speed audio taper, offering smoother, faster action and more responsive control than standard CTS or Alpha 250K pots. The reduced viscosity eliminates the grinding resistance you may feel in older or standard-grade potentiometers.
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