Taylor Input Jack

[thesooze]

I have a Taylor 310 that's about 10 years old. The input jack needs help, methinks. It's been crackling and making noise in live applications.

I've had it cleaned/tightened by a luthier, but the problem persists.

Would y'all recommend replacing the jack? Where would I buy one? Does it need to be matched with the model of guitar or the particular pickup the guitar has? Thanks.

[franksguitar]

Have you checked battery contacts?

[thesooze]

no i have not.... how would one do that?

[Audioholic]

Probally needs contact cleaner. I had an old Tacoma where the jack was constantly making noises, and worse, loud pops and such, added some contact cleaner to a 1/4 plug, worked it in and out, walla, problem gone.

worth a try at least...

[thesooze]

You just applied the cleaner to the end of a cable.... in and out?

[DavidE]

You mean the output jack? ;-)

Try a Planet Waves cable with it. They have little springs for a tighter than normal fit and that may take care of your problem.

[thesooze]

no one's answered the part about if i DO order one if it has to match the model or the type of pickup......... though i appreciate the cleaning suggestions