Handwound Stratocaster '54 Vintage Alnico III Pickup Set Lacquer Potted fender custom stratocaster The result—a thin coating that

The result—a thin coating that penetrates the body wood

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This does eliminates most of the microphonic noise and squeals while allowing the wire to remain free inside for a more high-end airy lively tone

Bridge:  Alnico 5

Handwound Stratocaster '54 Vintage Alnico III Pickup Set Lacquer Potted fender custom stratocaster The result—a thin coating thatLacquer vs Wax Potting: Both are used to seal the wire to avoid microphonic noises and squeals. Wax potting takes 10 to 15 minutes to allow the wax to completely penetrate the pickup. This eliminates all microphonic noise and squeals. Lacquer potting is a quick dip to seal the outside of the pickup wires and does not penetrate completely. This does eliminates most of the microphonic noise and squeals while allowing the wire to remain free inside for a