H140 - Output jack problem

[TXLefty]

I have not had my H140 very long and just ran into this issue. I am wondering if anyone else has experienced it... My H140 is a 2006, and has the long "insert" type of output jack (see pics). It looks like newer ones have changed and use the more common Gibby style 4-screw plate mounted jack. I've had no problems with several different cables at home. But I recently went over a buddies place and used his Monster cable (not sure of the exact model, but I believe the mid priced ones you see at GC, with the gold tips), and I could get no signal from my guitar. If I pulled the cord out so that it would just barely make contact (to where the cable does not 'snap' into the jack) I could get a connection. But when snapped in fully it would not connect at all, even when wiggling it.

 

At home, I tried with several cables, and all were fine except one old Whirlwind cable, where it seems a bit loose, as if the cable end shaft is a bit narrower. This Whirlwind works, but will short out if I wiggle it when fully inserted. All my other cables are fine, including a George Ls, older Monster Studio, generic Horizon cables, etc. They have no issue whatsoever. It does not seem like jack itself is bad, and the solder connections appear to be solid. The only thing I can think of is that this jack style simply does not connect with some cable ends that might be very slightly different in size/shape. Any ideas?? I'd hate to show up at a gig or session and be out of luck if I run into cables that won't work in this guitar!

[brentrocks]

i would replace the jack all togehter and be done with it....Heritage stopped using those jacks because they were a PITA in the control cavity, took up too much space (so i was told)

 

got more pics of that beauity?

 

WELCOME to the HOC!!!!

[mars_hall]

The problem you are seeing is typical of this Switchcraft design. They weren't designed to carry the weight of the cord forever and the metal spring eventually wears out, albeit after a long period of time.

 

I've had the same problem.

 

Go ahead and replace the jack (~$10) and enjoy years more of use.

 

I actually replaced mine with a stereo version of the jack, though wired mono. In effect it now has two springs holding the plug instead of one.

[TXLefty]

The problem you are seeing is typical of this Switchcraft design. They weren't designed to carry the weight of the cord forever and the metal spring eventually wears out, albeit after a long period of time.

 

I've had the same problem.

 

Go ahead and replace the jack (~$10) and enjoy years more of use.

 

I actually replaced mine with a stereo version of the jack, though wired mono. In effect it now has two springs holding the plug instead of one.

 

Yeah, I wondered if this might be the reason why Heritage stopped using these jacks! Weird that it has no problem with most cables, and totally dead with others. The stereo jack is a good idea - what type exactly did you switch to? another with the same type of mount, or did you add a 4 screw plate?

 

Also... Is there an online store to get Heritage parts, such as this jack (as well as pickguards, pup rings, switches, etc) or do you need to order them from a dealer?

 

Thanks!

[mars_hall]

Yeah, I wondered if this might be the reason why Heritage stopped using these jacks! Weird that it has no problem with most cables, and totally dead with others. The stereo jack is a good idea - what type exactly did you switch to? another with the same type of mount, or did you add a 4 screw plate?

 

Also... Is there an online store to get Heritage parts, such as this jack (as well as pickguards, pup rings, switches, etc) or do you need to order them from a dealer?

 

Thanks!

 

I used the Switchcraft stereo version of the same jack. I had this on hand but I believe the model number is 152B

 

http://www.switchcraft.com/products/jack-100b.html

[mars_hall]

I used the Switchcraft stereo version of the same jack. I had this on hand but I believe the model number is 152B

 

http://www.switchcraft.com/products/jack-100b.html

 

http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors...tion/152B.xhtml

[TXLefty]

http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors...tion/152B.xhtml

 

 

Thanks Mars!

[GuitArtMan]

I stopped reading wher I read "Monster Cable".

http://www.lavacable.com/

[tulk1]

I stopped reading wher I read "Monster Cable".

http://www.lavacable.com/

 

[t0aj15]

Although my Heritage is a 535 with a different type jack, it was bad when it was new. The guitar tech who works on my guitars found the problem and replaced the jack when I took it in to him for a PU switch. Prior to that I thought my cable had gone bad.