Ibanez style Jack for 1/2" route.

[JohnnyHardtail]

My S style builds have used the football jack and I never had issues. I'm thinking to change to the "Deep panel jack" for the 1/2" mounting hole. It seems like it would be a secure option. I'd like it to be basically flush with the outline of the guitar.

Does anyone have feedback about the pros / cons of using this alternative. Is this the same type of Jack that is common on Ibanez guitars?

1/4" Deep Panel Jack, Mono - Jacks & Jackplates - Guitar & Bass Parts - Hardware

<p> Use this high-quality Switchcraft® jack for guitars or basses with a longer than normal channel to the control cavity. It requires a 1/2" side jack hole. </p> <h5>Details</h5> <ul class="bullets"> <li>Mono</li> <li>Female 1/4" jac

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[stratamania]

I have one on my eighties Hamer, it has been replaced as the old one broke. My main concern with them is the terminals cannot be adjusted mechanically at all, and this can lead to intermittent connection issues. I used to have to make sure that I used specific guitar leads that fit really well to ensure a good connection. I suppose if you use the stereo variant just wired in mono it may provide a slightly more secure connection.

That said, though, I do quite like the look of them. I don't know 100% whether Ibanez uses the switchcraft 151 or some other brand but I suspect it will be the switchcraft.

 

[aarontunes]

My main concern with them is the terminals cannot be adjusted mechanically at all, and this can lead to intermittent connection issues.

This is exactly why I personally dislike them.

 

[stratamania]

This is exactly why I personally dislike them.

It's a good enough reason, I probably would not use one out of choice on a new build.

 

[supertruper1988]

having had to replace them on several Ibanez guitars I have owned over the years, I go straight to the football jack plate or Electrosocket for Tele type builds

 

[JohnnyHardtail]

Thanks for the feedback guys. It looks like "case closed" for the Ibanez style Jack.