How big is Warmoth's control Cavity?

[Vibhas Patil]

Hey. So I'm thinking of getting a Warmoth rear routed body and putting some really nice pups and a pre in it. Just wanted to know how big is the control cavity? I know it will fir most preamps, but I'm specifically looking towards installing a Mike Pope Flexcore in it. It's a kickass pre!

Also, would it do any harm if I drill the control and pot holes after the body if finished. I'm going in with a chambered Walnut body with a maple top.

Thanks!

 

[Vibhas Patil]

Bump. Anyone ?

 

[bassman10096]

If the Warmoth site doesn't have the exact cavity dimensions listed, a call to their sales folks on Monday will get you that info. They will generally drill, not drill, pot holes - whatever you ask, as long as you are clear about it.

 

[96tbird]

I don't know about size but I think most pre manufacturers take available space into account when designing an onboard pre, making them as small as possible. If there isn't enough room, it's fairly easy to clear some room in the cavity wall with a Dremel to make a hollow that the pre can partially sit in. To drill a finished body, put tape over the finish, drill a pilot with an 1/8" bit from inside the cavity, flip it over and drill your finished hole size from the top; go slow so you don't chip the finish, the tape helps with that.

 

[Vibhas Patil]

Cool. Thanks!

 

[48thStreetCustom]

I imagine it varies with each model, but this should give you some idea

 

[96tbird]

^ in a word, huge.

 

[Vibhas Patil]

Wow, that's pretty big. Thanks for posting the pic!