Bass Install

Install guides and advice for your ObsidianWire Bass harness

  • Easy. Not Instant.

    For a secure connection, take your time, and follow directions carefully.

Compatibility

  • Precision Bass

    • American series Fender®Precision Bass®- Direct Fit 
    • Mexican series Fender®Precision Bass®- Direct Fit
    • Japanese Fender®& Squiers®- You will need to purchase a genuine Fender USA pickguard (Or widen control holes out to 10mm), and new 1/4" solid shaft knobs.
    • Knobs: 1/4" Solid Shaft Only
    • Always check: Diagram for correct hole spacing. Fit for guitars not described above is not guaranteed.

  • Jazz Bass

    • American series Fender® Jazz Bass®- Direct Fit 
    • Mexican series Fender®Jazz Bass®- Direct Fi
    • Japanese Fender®& Squiers®- You will need to purchase a genuine Fender USA control plate and new 1/4" knobs or Obsidian® Control Plate & Knobs 
    • Knobs: 1/4" Solid Shaft Only
    • Always check: Diagram for correct hole spacing. Fit for guitars not described above is not guaranteed.

Wiring Diagrams

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    PRECISION BASS

    Insert wires to slots as below

    1 = Spare / Cavity Ground
    2 = String / Bridge Ground
    3 = Pickup Ground
    4 = Pickup Hot

    ObsidianWire for Precision Bass
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    JAZZ BASS

    Insert wires to slots as below

    1 = Bridge Pickup Ground
    2 = Bridge Pickup Hot
    3 = Neck Pickup Ground
    4 = Neck Pickup Hot

    All other ground wires - to screw down ground connector

    ObsidianWire for Jazz Bass

Install Instructions

  • 1) Find Your Diagram

    • Find the correct diagram for your Bass above.

  • 2) Identify Your Pickup Wires

    • For most pickups:
      Hot = White
      Ground = Black
    • Check with your pickup builder for more info

  • 3) Cut Out Your Old Harness

    • Cut the pickup, and ground wires from your old harness, and remove it from your bass.
    • Cut as close to the old harness as possible to maintain the length of your wires.

  • 4) Prepare Your Wires

    • Strip pickup and ground wire insulation leaving 6mm (1/4”) of bare wire.
    • Be Precise
    • Twist loose strands of wire between your fingers to create a firm tip.
    Wire Prep Help

  • 5) Press & Hold Connector Button

    • Use a fine screw driver to press and hold the connector button above the wire slot.
    • For a full guide on using the solder-less connectors, check below
    Solder-less Connector Help

  • 6) Insert Wire & Release Button

    • Insert the wire to the correct slot at a 45° angle.
    • Release the button and the wire should hold firmly.
    • Test the wire by giving it a gentle pull before moving on to the next wire.

Install Demo Videos

The models below may vary from your wiring harness. Always check your wiring diagram for the correct wire placement.

Jazz Bass

Precision Bass

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