GuitarPCB | Billy | Friends Activity https://guitarpcb.com/members/billy/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Billy's friends. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:39:33 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 824ee86154dc59154af5604b957a0786 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone NT Phaser V1 in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-nt-phaser-v1/#post-38981 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:30:56 -0400 The LDR itself is very simple and has no polarity, so orientation doesn’t matter. If it did, it would be clearly noted in the build document and indicated on the PCB silkscreen.
If you check the schematic in the build document, you’ll see how the LDR ties into the phase-shifting stage, which is the core of the circuit. Each stage shifts the pha…Read more

]]> 0 d93eea5aba6507b415b5e14b4e19a07d Barry replied to the topic Band of Gypsys finished with GPCB aluminum face plate! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/band-of-gypsys-finished-with-gpcb-aluminum-face-plate/#post-38979 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:28:32 -0400 Yes, that’s what I mean and thanks for posting.

A picture is sometimes worth a thousand words.

]]> 0 69dbba050d372bf97a180025791a9fa2 Barry replied to the topic Band of Gypsys finished with GPCB aluminum face plate! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/band-of-gypsys-finished-with-gpcb-aluminum-face-plate/#post-38977 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:43:48 -0400 Great build—looks awesome, and thanks for posting it.
I don’t think people always realize how small these are compared to a 1590DD. That’s a ton of pedal crammed into a really tight space.

]]> 0 b491eae1b3b72d2e8ab53bc9104388c1 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone NT Phaser V1 in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-nt-phaser-v1/#post-38974 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:48:47 -0400 It is perfectly fine to solder IC Chips to the PCB if you are good at doing it without over heating them. I do it all the time. I did say above in my post that the first things to solder are the Diode and Sockets.

Anyway I would just go ahead and build it up but take your time and carefully plot your course.

]]> 0 53c19bd49168dc223fb6d025c14aa59b Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone NT Phaser V1 in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-nt-phaser-v1/#post-38961 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:16:38 -0400 Also the Phaser is one of a few PCBs that use standing resistors unless you have 1/8 resistors. It is the only way to fit everything on the PCB. So if you have the standard 1/4 resistors you need to do the standing resistor technique.

As pointed out above start with low lying components first but keep in mind standing resistors are about as tall…Read more

]]> 0 ba0a8ab10288c9473031c68fdbdfabd0 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone NT Phaser V1 in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-nt-phaser-v1/#post-38953 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:45:01 -0400 Hi and welcome.

There are several beginner guides on the Guides Page.

You can access through the Main Menu Bar up top or:

The GUIDES PAGE – Mandatory Reading for all!

Scroll down and find the tings you need and take your time.

]]> 0 46c4c0a05de4c0162a5c9462257738a4 Barry replied to the topic Finished!! Bonus PC EXH Lizard Queen! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/finished-bonus-pc-exh-lizard-queen/#post-38946 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:39:25 -0400 Ahh, very nice indeed.

]]> 0 22f9e4e7587b353e376a03a06ff3fbd8 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/?view=all#post-38932 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:20:34 -0400 The results are in for the NostalgiTone Panel Contest — thanks to everyone who took the time to enter.

I ended up combining five sets of rankings to arrive at the final placements, based on the criteria outlined (overall presentation, build execution, and panel integration).

Final Results

🥇 1st Place — Zoso / 2112 (jmgrabowski)
This one sto…Read more

]]> 0 494834f540fe9980c7cc208ac03f7e8e Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/#post-38929 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:12:19 -0400 These all look fantastic — thank you to everyone who submitted an entry.
I’m going to take a day or two to review everything and gather a few additional opinions so I can put together a fair overall ranking. I’ll post the results shortly after that.

]]> 0 1e8316020d1eefdd00e8e7d6472d9337 Barry replied to the topic NT Harbinger Fuzz single. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-harbinger-fuzz-single/#post-38928 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:11:53 -0400 Very nice Harbinger!

]]> 0 8e9c5bcc2f36822704900104fc20d8e5 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/#post-38920 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:33:22 -0400

This is a re-posted submission from Matt

]]> 0 cfca7c044f62546ef63804dacbad26aa Barry replied to the topic Wylde Child… in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/wylde-child-2/#post-38905 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:22:29 -0400 Congrats!

The trimmer is for setting the bias of the chorus. There will be a fine spot where you will hear the best chorus. Sounds like you found it. I will update the build document.

Is this going to be a contest entry?

]]> 0 4c17a6728c142129f43cbca2084d1bc9 Barry replied to the topic NT Phaser with panel in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-phaser-with-panel/#post-38903 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:20:30 -0400 Looks great and thanks for sharing.

Be sure to post the other ones when you get them done.

]]> 0 47b3ff17c16bf87262043bef999a8d76 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/#post-38902 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:26:55 -0400

This is a re-posted submission from JasonWickersham

]]> 0 7ffe86120c9e3d985e5984cc657620be Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/#post-38895 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:06:13 -0400 I’m extending the NostalgiTone Panel Contest for one more week to give everyone a bit more time to finish up builds and get entries in.

]]> 0 3b238182ea5e416e554ee09eb53ff500 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Phaser Single Build in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-phaser-single-build/#post-38893 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:59:55 -0400 In Australia their kit is listed on this page for the Phaser.

With a Kit you would receive at least all of the components, pcb, jacks.

I think you need to add-on the Enclosure and knobs seperately.

If you have questions I would email them via this KIT link.

Pedal Parts Australia NostalgiTone Phaser Kit

]]> 0 dfc4b476e824e4bd07d604020cea3b4f Barry replied to the topic The Kicker drive control doesn’t add gain/drive? in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/the-kicker-drive-control-doesnt-add-gain-drive/#post-38888 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:49:30 -0400 There’s nothing wrong with the circuit or layout — it’s been verified multiple times, both by me and many others.
The first thing I’d suggest is checking all resistor values by color band, since they can’t be reliably tested in-circuit. There’s a chart on the Guides page if you need a reference.
Next, reflow the solder joints, especially…Read more

]]> 0 297a432a8890c1753437b5b6dbb9674c Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/#post-38882 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:20:35 -0400 here is mine

 

This is a re-posted submission from MAX

DSOTM

]]> 0 41b6121cc60e77de04873a3ef8b0e8e2 Barry replied to the topic New faceplates mounting in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-faceplates-mounting/#post-38839 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:05:15 -0400 If the panel is pre-drilled, the washers from the footswitches and potentiometers will hold it snugly in place. You can still add adhesive if you’d like (E6000 or similar), but it’s not required.
If you’re drilling the panel over the enclosure, then you should use silicone or a similar adhesive and let it set as outlined in the official guide…Read more

]]> 0 aa47ff1333b666afc801bd055fa0e84d Barry replied to the topic Brit 800 with new Aluminum Panel. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/brit-800-with-new-aluminum-panel/#post-38834 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:53:28 -0400 That’s wonderful and thanks for sharing!

One thing I’ve found on three in a row knob sections like that—those smaller Davies-style knobs can make it a little easier to get in there to turn them, but this still looks great as is.

]]> 0 d43ebbfd69946a271ff10fb8c9cb2df7 Barry replied to the topic “2112” build with new faceplate. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/2112-build-with-new-faceplate/#post-38784 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:55:48 -0400 Great before/after — this really shows the difference the panel makes. The red with the white knobs works really well here 👍
Thanks for posting this!

I took care of making the post appear in the Contest thread.

]]> 0 4e2580416035563c92ab55f21ddd3210 Barry replied to the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/#post-38783 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:26:25 -0400

]]> 0 1577e8b39ff12dfe0303f71394168bfa Barry started the topic NostalgiTone Panel Contest in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-panel-contest/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:43:45 -0400 NostalgiTone Panel Contest
I’m kicking off a NostalgiTone Panel Contest and looking forward to seeing what everyone’s been working on.
This one is focused on completed builds using the new aluminum control panels.

🛠️ How to Enter

  • Post your build in this thread
  • Include at least one clear photo of the completed pedal
  • The panel sho…

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]]> 0 60ba33f89ea7928daf5a7e2d094e9720 Barry replied to the topic 60’s triple combo pedal kill switches in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/60s-triple-combo-pedal-kill-switches/#post-38753 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:17:28 -0400 ON – ON  Both the Kill switch and the Order switch.

]]> 0 e80b74c7168a8ecce197bc1ee467552c Barry replied to the topic Looking for a suggestion in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/looking-for-a-suggestion/#post-38725 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:05:43 -0400 Build them in a combo and use them in tandem for max enjoyment.  Guitar -> Purple Plexi -> Silver Jubilee -> Amp. Adjust both accordingly.

]]> 0 af571fe1a688c974a8891de512345ce7 Barry replied to the topic New DIY Undrilled Panel Option Added (Builder Requested) in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-diy-undrilled-panel-option-added-builder-requested/#post-38670 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:48:40 -0400 Glad you guys like them! The DIY option was added after a few builder requests, and I’m happy to see people jumping on it already. I’ve got more designs coming soon as well.

]]> 0 dbd653313cbd357d48f489541d1b9d83 Barry started the topic New DIY Undrilled Panel Option Added (Builder Requested) in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-diy-undrilled-panel-option-added-builder-requested/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 22:15:27 -0400 Several builders in the community recently asked about having the option to drill their own control panels, so I’ve added a DIY Undrilled option to the Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panel lineup.

The Undrilled version includes precision drill crosshairs embedded in the artwork so it can be used as a drilling template when aligning the panel to the e…Read more

]]> 0 7ba04f1f1d260514e274743d196a31a7 Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38604 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:14:36 -0400 More added.

John Mayer Tribute

 

SKYN-TONE Standard Edition

 

SKYN-TONE “74” Edition

 

ZOSO Tone

 

]]> 0 3e7aafe90edde6b3385e1d733e640ae6 Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38548 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:57:36 -0500

 


Custom Work Available
I also offer custom panels. If you have dimensions and finished artwork ready, I’m happy to produce a one-off or small-batch order.
If you need assistance with layout or artwork preparation, I can help with that as well for a small design fee.

]]> 0 3c25c1e82ea704c46d9f82a5bf08f516 Barry replied to the topic NT-60’s OD & Chorus Caught in a Trapezoid in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-60s-od-chorus-caught-in-a-trapezoid/#post-38507 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:20:50 -0500 So that confirms why I never suggested that anyone use a 1590BB, LOL.

The BB2 was such  sigh of relief when I figured out I wanted to do this a few years back and everyone started carrying them.

Kudos to you for making it fit though.

]]> 0 fb7b9a1827a3574202ba75e43148c98c Barry replied to the topic NT-60’s OD & Chorus Caught in a Trapezoid in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-60s-od-chorus-caught-in-a-trapezoid/#post-38504 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 22:24:21 -0500 Yeah that one is giving me a SciFi fever dream

Love it!

Did you say you built a NostalgiTone Dual Combo earlier in a standard 1590BB and not the 1590BB2?

]]> 0 08ba016f9795eb4924c8f2ecef7a193c Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38502 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:44:43 -0500 Every Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panel I offer is individually produced by me — not mass imported or factory stamped.
For each panel, I:
• Design all artwork myself to ensure a precise fit over the matching NostalgiTone layout• Use 0.45mm aluminum — thin enough for clean hardware installation without stacking issues, while still maintai…Read more

]]> 0 2b14c1904f2628f15721f063575b066e Barry replied to the topic Brit meet Phaser, Phaser meet Brit in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/brit-meet-phaser-phaser-meet-brit/#post-38500 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:43:58 -0500 Shadoobie!

Don’t mind the maggots.

]]> 0 ca043f96c86d6b9807f1e1b371bef8cd Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38496 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:50:28 -0500 @Tiger1050

You can now purchase the Beano Bundle that you requested.

 

Also there are variations of these:

 

If you all have any requests I am open to hear them.

 

]]> 0 15e013ce931852d0e6c1b135bd59a49a Barry replied to the topic Brit meet Phaser, Phaser meet Brit in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/brit-meet-phaser-phaser-meet-brit/#post-38481 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:38:19 -0500 Love it!

I am glad you are enjoy them. You can get some authentic 70s tones with that Combo.

  • Pink Floyd: “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” (1975) & “Have a Cigar”
  • Thin Lizzy: “Dancing in the Moonlight” etc..
  • Led Zeppelin: “Nobody’s Fault but Mine” (1976)
  • The Rolling Stones: “Beast of Burden” (1978) & “Shattered” (1978)
  • Pink Floyd (Bass):…

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]]> 0 d0aa260d7e43c981f588bf77ad64b2d7 Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38456 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:42:43 -0500 These photos are the “Real Deal” from a finished production run.

]]> 0 c733671bfd56adb4850cde2da1c219e3 Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38451 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:58:06 -0500 Here is what we have so far. Many more coming soon!

]]> 0 c0754c8793306671f7f83bddc8946a67 Barry replied to the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/#post-38443 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:58:26 -0500

]]> 0 f8518aa1e49b20730d867bdb6adb48fe Barry started the topic Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/new-pro-grade-aluminum-control-panels/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:52:52 -0500 I’m excited to introduce: Pro-Grade Aluminum Control Panels (Pre-Drilled).

These precision-cut aluminum overlays are designed to give your builds a permanent, professional finish—combining clean control labeling with design-forward artwork that makes your builds look intentional, finished, and stage-ready.

Built for Durability
Graphics and lab…Read more

]]> 0 04cc30f30c312ed5e6ecea5736bfe464 Barry replied to the topic It’s Combo Day! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/its-combo-day/#post-38425 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:03:58 -0500 Ah very nice and thanks for sharing!

]]> 0 2aba3dd86f809d0e76572a8cf354bb06 Barry replied to the topic Dual Harbinger Fuzz in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/dual-harbinger-fuzz/#post-38371 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:14:50 -0500 Excellent! The labels look nice.

Thanks for posting.

]]> 0 ceca5fdefcd0557f7c19d4048b2fe666 Barry replied to the topic Dumbletone Voice control in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/dumbletone-voice-control/#post-38363 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:55:36 -0500 No, it doesn’t change the bias of Q2.

]]> 0 7d943467eb57b075114ddd7c4c6c333b Barry replied to the topic Dumbletone Voice control in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/dumbletone-voice-control/#post-38356 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:27:59 -0500 All marketing gumbo aside:
It changes how the frequencies hit the clipping stage.
In practical terms, it adjusts the low and low-mid content before distortion occurs. Because of that, it changes the character of the overdrive.
Lower Voice settings:

  • Tighter low end
  • Smoother response
  • More focused mid character

Higher Voice…Read more

]]> 0 54f235e3b2ae8afd485d66dae6d0ec28 Barry replied to the topic Beano Bundle Q1 on Rangemaster in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/beano-bundle-q1-on-rangemaster/#post-38317 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:14:45 -0500 The center holes are all for Base. It is this way to accommodate any transistor package easily.

]]> 0 98543e2fab635f118e0386930cd4a6b1 Barry replied to the topic Double Luna Fuzz! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/double-luna-fuzz/#post-38294 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 21:00:39 -0500 I need more details on how this Fuzz into Fuzz sounds. I suspect pretty good since it is more like and OD kind of Fuzz but I need details or a sound sample if that is possible?

Thanks for posting.

]]> 0 5b9e09d624abd0cb7434a8c9cc6d0f46 Barry replied to the topic Mule Kicker #2 in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/mule-kicker-2-2/#post-38293 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:59:19 -0500 I will soon be offering brand new solutions to your woes.

Its going to be a few weeks, hopefully sooner.

Excellent build and thanks for posting.

]]> 0 60aa227fc3f0278feefd4c72dab65a82 Barry replied to the topic Mr Black Buff-n-Blend in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/mr-black-buff-n-blend/#post-38292 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:57:38 -0500 Did you tune that Guitar down to (C# F# B E G# C#)

It Dooms.

Thanks for posting!!

]]> 0 4f7cd463021df6d150239e5cacec8354 Barry replied to the topic Nostalgitone Analog Chorus in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-analog-chorus/#post-38284 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:31:39 -0500 Excellent build and thanks for posting!

]]> 0 2d5528de15b40c6cd806a84553535729 Barry replied to the topic Kick it!! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/kick-it/#post-38255 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:29:38 -0500 Well done and thanks for posting.

]]> 0 c7a13b2d3f299d041719c6018eaa8a7c Barry replied to the topic Mod-Topia - A Muff Adventure in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/mod-topia-a-muff-adventure/#post-38254 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:29:09 -0500 Awesome!

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