In a search for pedals to repair I found an old BOSS DS-1 on Craigslist the other day. I sent out an offer and headed off for a scenic 50 mile round-trip through the Allegheny Plateau. Finally, I had the chance to experience (and experiment with) the classic distortion. The Problem I plugged it in, […]
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There are two main concerns for storing components: space and time. We want to save space so our work area isn’t so cluttered. We want to save time when searching for the proper component value or during clean-up. In this article we’ll cover a few ways to store resistors for working with DIY guitar effects.
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While using guitar pedals, one question may have crossed your mind: “Why do guitar pedals go from right to left?”. It’s a great question for the curious guitarist, and a great fact to pull out of your pocket at the next party. Let’s get into it! Why do guitar pedals go from right to left?
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Are you a musician looking to modify your EHX Freeze pedal for a unique and personalized sound? Understanding the circuit design of the pedal is essential for making modifications. In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into the different versions of the EHX Freeze pedal and break down their differences. Whether you’re a seasoned
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Is your pedal’s indicator light too bright? Spare your eyes with these 5 ways to decrease the brightness of your guitar pedal’s LEDs! In this article, we go over various ways – from the least invasive to the most invasive – to dim your pedal’s LED. Solution 1: Cover the LED with Painter’s Tape A
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In this article, we will explore how to fix the MXR Flanger volume drop issue by adding an op amp boost circuit. We’ll go through a brief overview of the non-inverting op amp circuit and provide some tips for integrating it into the MXR Flanger pedal. The MXR Flanger Volume Drop Fix The MXR Flanger
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Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast looking to build your own LPB-1 clone or just curious about it’s inner workings, this article highlights valuable insights that you can take away and put into practice. We’ll take you on a deep dive into the design of this classic booster circuit, exploring its components, topology, and technical characteristics.
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The C6 Mod is by far the most popular modification for the BOSS SD-1. It’s extremely simple, just open the pedal and remove the capacitor labelled C6. But simple is not always best! If you’re curious about the C6 mod and want to know more, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll explore
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The Electro-Harmonix Freeze is a widely popular sound retainer. It’s largely notable for its’ “latch” mode, allowing guitarists to add organ-like characteristic to their signal chain. Most newer versions of the Freeze have a soft-touch switch installed, but many older versions used switches that have a loud, audible click. In this post, we’ll cover how
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BOSS effects are a staple of the industry, but sometimes it can be difficult to see the indicator LEDs. In this article we go over a couple ways you can increase the brightness of the LED in your BOSS effects pedal. Both involve simple modifications, so get your soldering iron ready! What Type of LEDs
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