Weird pot problem + weird pup problem (PK set)

[f.sardis]

I got two scratchy tone pots but they are only scratchy when a low string is played. They make no noise when i play the high strings. Needless to say it is driving me crazy as I have no idea where the source of the problem is.

On the same guitar, I got a set of Painkillers which I absolutely love but they are giving me a fuzzy sound on the low strings on the clean channel of my amps. No fuzz on the high strings. I did the installation of the pups myself, I have to admit at this point and I am sort of regretting it at this point although it does not look too bad.

Any ideas guys? I have to kneel and repent at this point for not giving the guitar to Feline for the installation but they are too far away and I could not wait  :(

[Twinfan]

Have you tried a different cable?  Maybe there's a problem with that?  Or the amp itself?

[f.sardis]

alright, i tried different cables on each amp straight in. the fuzz stopped but the scratch remains. something in the effect chain i use infront produces the fuzz apparently but the pots are a different story.

[Twinfan]

Could be worn pots.  What are they?  Stock on what guitar, or aftermarket?

[f.sardis]

alpha audio pots 500k i bought new. i did all the soldering but i was very careful not to apply heat for too long on the pots.
I should probably contact Feline and get it all done properly. There are some blemishes on the finish I hope they can sort out as well.

[Twinfan]

Might be worth getting some proper contact cleaner (not WD40) and spraying that insode all pots.  You might have got some dust and grime in them.  Worth a try for a couple of quid?

[f.sardis]

you are right but i would feel more comfortable with a complete rewiring and CTS pots. In fact I probably need 1M pots seeing how I find the PK very bassy no matter how close to the strings i put it.

[Will]

From my experience it, they are more bassy nearer the strings, giving some space opens up the sound