@barry
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It is power filtering only. There is hardly a difference between 10R and 100R.
Follow schematic or BOM only. I will check if my photo has an error.
R’ represents Ohms, so when you see 10R, it means 10 ohms. ‘K’ stands for kilo-ohms, which equals 1,000 ohms (e.g., 4.7K = 4,700 ohms). Similarly, ‘M’ denotes mega-ohms, representing 1,000,000 ohms. For instance, 1M means 1,000,000 ohms.
That looks fantastic!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I appreciate the review. It’s great to see that you’re exploring all the nuances, especially with order switching. It really enhances versatility beyond just a standard setup. I’m glad you’re enjoying that added flexibility!
This is the link provided:
https://guitarpcb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/GuitarPCB-Voodoo-Redux-Final-art.pdf
If you have design software, you’re welcome to add any additional labels as needed. Otherwise, this artwork is provided as a helpful starting point, or you can use it as is if you’re unsure how to make modifications.
Thanks for noticing, and do not forget to check out my brand new Blog section
The NostalgiTone Shop pages are getting an overhaul to make things easier to find.
That is a longer process not yet complete.
It doesn’t matter.
I only list them separately for convenience of ordering.
Again, if you want a set from me let me know and I will invoice you before I ship your order.
I just noticed you have an order pending.
I have one set in my personal belongings. I can send you an invoice for it if you like to be shipped with your order. Just let me know.
If this is what you are asking for I can highly recommend this from my buddy Eric.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1208292535/pedal-builders-vector-pack-v20
Well done!
I am glad you are enjoying all of the complex tones.
Did you get it all populated and completed in an afternoon?
“Now even the parts suppliers sell pedal kits like Stew Mac, Tayda, etc.”
Yes, just to name a few with regards to the etc…
To put it into perspective, when I first approached Musikding in 2011 to carry my product in Europe, I was one of only three suppliers. Today, there are 23. You can imagine how just that alone has affected me personally.
Again, I have no idea why Keith is closing. He may simply be retiring, but either way it is entirely too much competition for such a small niche. It is inevitable that some will not make it.
First, thank you for the kind words.
It’s always tough to see a long-standing website like BYOC close its doors after 20 years. While I can’t speak directly to their reasons, I can offer some insight based on my experience in the DIY project PCB niche.
Fifteen years ago, only a handful of us were providing PCBs and support, making the market small but manageable. Over the last decade, however, the niche has become more saturated as new websites have popped up. It’s like the first day of trout season—once everyone knows where the fish are stocked, the crowds arrive, and suddenly each person catches less, with some leaving empty-handed.
For those of us who rely on this business as our livelihood, the pressure from increased competition is significant. I’ve had to lower prices, continually reinvent my brand, and offer revolving deals just to stay in the game. I remain dedicated to delivering high-quality PCBs at prices often half that of competitors, many of whom treat their PCB business as a side project. As a result, I’ve seen five other PCB businesses close down in the last two years on the World stage. What started as maybe 5-8 PCB distributors 15 years ago erupted into 30+ not including Alibaba, eBay, and Amazon now.
The saturation of such a niche market is very real, and it creates constant challenges for those of us who depend on it. While I can’t speak for BYOC’s closure, I certainly understand the struggles that come with a crowded landscape.
In times like these, community support is more vital than ever. It’s not just about offering the best quality at the best price, but about fostering a community around the products. To keep niche businesses like mine alive, your engagement is crucial—whether it’s purchasing products, commenting on forum posts, sharing your finished builds, or helping spread the word on YouTube and Facebook. Your involvement helps us continue to create and support the projects you love.
Look for component kits on Amazon, eBay etc with common values. Just make sure they are 5mm lead spread. Don’t buy the green ones. You can buy kits of ceramics as well for the pF values. Same for resistors.
These are all 5mm lead spread.
Ceramic pF values:
I included the link to the build document in the Ad flyer and I emailed the link directly to all of those who qualified.
Please check your Spam folder for emails.
Here is the direct link for you: https://guitarpcb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Sonic-Tonic-Deluxe.pdf
“Combos certainly rule don’t they?”
They certainly do.
The other nice thing is that if you want to use Mod boards like the DPDT, 2 Knob Job, Roto-Tone, or Emerald Ring there is plenty of room available to add even more options to an already feature packed set.
