GuitarPCB | MathU41 | Activity https://guitarpcb.com/members/mathu41/activity/ Activity feed for MathU41. Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:04:39 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 a02ee564155109713ea25f158ed9f099 MathU41 replied to the topic SWAH diode. D3 in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/swah-diode-d3/#post-39149 Thu, 21 May 2026 19:06:29 -0400 Yeah, the best cheap parts I’ve ever bought is a stack of socket strips and a razor saw to cut them neatly.
Unless I’m 100% (and I never am) I socket every spot for diodes or transistors. Both keeps me from overheating them or putting them in backwards (a big possibility for soviet diodes), but means I get to play around with them for different…Read more

]]> 0 6c547eabc6e316fab8bda71ea6143da6 MathU41 replied to the topic SWAH diode. D3 in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/swah-diode-d3/#post-39145 Thu, 21 May 2026 02:59:05 -0400 Put sockets in the pads, then go ahead and try whatever you have!
And remember to use plier to bend the leads, not fingers. I also cracked a 1n34 lately by nudging it around too hard.
I just finished a SWAH, myself. Didn’t try the D9B I have sitting around (remember, soviet diodes are marked backwards), but that Vf is in line with the upper end of…Read more

]]> 0 40b6d6b1dd76765db8c74e78f63588a4 MathU41 started the topic Bass SWAH in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/bass-swah/ Tue, 12 May 2026 00:47:06 -0400 Got a couple SWAH boards because they sounded fun.
Set it up usable for bass, using notes from Barry and Cybercow dug up on the forum.
A few things to make note of:
1) in this instance, the effect chokes out when the sensitivity pot is turned past something like 9 o’clock. I assume it’s just too much resistance for some tolerance between…Read more

]]> 0 dec12c5147c0a24467b183312307089c MathU41 replied to the topic Muff'n high- and low-pass switches. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/muffn-high-and-low-pass-switches/#post-38962 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:48:50 -0400 I was just expecting to find a way to make it work better with my bass, and blend into a mix a little better.
Giving me more options is like a voucher for a candy store.

]]> 0 5b976525e4250453f9b9ad613882edf7 MathU41 replied to the topic Muff'n high- and low-pass switches. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/muffn-high-and-low-pass-switches/#post-38950 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:34:49 -0400 Hmm.
And for the tone control bypass mod… Between the tone control and the mid scoop mod, wouldn’t those be able to at least be close to dialing in a flat tone curve? Or at least mitigate the harshest of the circuit’s effect on it?

]]> 0 ab78a5f67e2bd9872ce1f7f13690876b MathU41 replied to the topic Muff'n high- and low-pass switches. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/muffn-high-and-low-pass-switches/#post-38943 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:43:01 -0400 Thanks for clearing that up.
So essentially there wouldn’t really be any benefit for using an on-off-on to get an extra step.

]]> 0 16dd9963d4ee5bb0c2cd4f861e192362 MathU41 started the topic Muff'n high- and low-pass switches. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/muffn-high-and-low-pass-switches/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:10:11 -0400 Unless I’m having a derp moment and missing it, I’m needing some clarification for my head.
As illustrated, they seem to be set up as on-off, with a note to test the capacitor on M2.

However, especially with a build geared toward my bass in mind, would there be any actual benefit to using on-off-on switches?
IE, setting M1 as a 100n/off/jumper,…Read more

]]> 0 9d11067300fc1f92105cc43b6d870404 MathU41 started the topic NT Harbinger Fuzz single. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-harbinger-fuzz-single/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:44:48 -0400 I’m very impressed with the offered enclosure panels… but I also need an artistic outlet of my own.
I had ideas for this, got halfway through the first step, and decided “this looks sick like this, I’m gonna shift gears.”
Cue stealing stuff finding inspiration through Google Images and learning a little Photoshop.
Went for the ‘vintage tee…Read more

]]> 0 3e8c8f1184c568d04373e6145ab2defa MathU41 replied to the topic 70s Triple in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/70s-triple/#post-38923 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:56:37 -0400 Good clean build. I love the concept of the triples, but can’t stop fiddling and experimenting with things enough to commit.
Just means I end up paying Barry more, buying three separate boards.

Great shades of orange on there, too. The enclosure matches but lets the panel really pop.

]]> 0 edf1f9e1d28c20372855f64876e4fa76 MathU41 replied to the topic NT 70s Tweed. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-70s-tweed/#post-38032 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:43:01 -0500 Pretty basic image search, font search, drop shadow.
My original plan was to make it look like an amp, but with the fabric texture around the sides… I just leaned into the tweed part instead.

]]> 0 5fa2b5cb20c4fa384ee696cc747ac734 MathU41 started the topic NT 70s Tweed. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-70s-tweed/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:06:32 -0500 Working through my collection.
Fun build. Sounds good, usable tones all across the dials and great for recreating some classic tones. Not my usual taste on its own, but it’s a good part of some sounds.
Try running an Aeon Drive into it set good and glassy. Fun retro-ish indie sound.
Used J113 transistors because I had the most of those. Not sure…Read more

]]> 0 1dadef4bdab3b0a9a9d0a627d151ed7b MathU41 replied to the topic Another Sunn-T. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/another-sunn-t/#post-37938 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 23:48:58 -0500 I love good etched metal. Don’t often see it outside of large-production parts.
This pedal isn’t quite that orange in person. It’s on the redder side of red-orange.
It’s enough to differentiate it from the Dirt pedal, at least, which is ‘citrus’.
I do have fun with the technique, though. Came from when I used to help make props for college f…Read more

]]> 0 7de5886af618dff3e3895629392d98ef MathU41 started the topic Another Sunn-T. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/another-sunn-t/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:36:16 -0500 So it’s not the etched enclosure (seriously, Crumpred’s pedal looks amazing, go check it out) but I’ve been working on a Sunn-T about the same time.
My initial thought was a collage involving Ford Model T’s and Lipton, but I’m lazy and decided I liked the ‘old worn pedal’ style I did on my bonus-round Dirt, so went that way.
I did at least take a…Read more

]]> 0 7cc16ac80f5bcbc13d9292c009e26b69 MathU41 started the topic NT PreAmp Boost. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-preamp-boost/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 01:58:52 -0500 The tinker in me and the part of me that needs to keep my hands busy (six weeks on and I’m still fighting occasional cravings, but I’ve kicked the nicotine) enjoys a big, busy-looking circuit.
The engineer in me appreciates simplicity. So I decided I probably should finish a ‘boring utility pedal’.
So I made the flashiest version of the simple…Read more

]]> 0 3dbb23ebac09a67c7af42e2f518a8bb6 MathU41 replied to the topic Second Stage-3 Booster completed! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/second-stage-3-booster-completed/#post-37786 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 01:48:07 -0500 Curious, what’s the end difference between the Ascension versus something like the PreAmp Boost?
Just a different circuit, or does it work different tonally?

]]> 0 830b9da752cbd6c23ffe554a1b37880f MathU41 replied to the topic NT Preamp Boost: correct IC? in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-preamp-boost-correct-ic/#post-37747 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 02:49:43 -0400 No problem! I just wanted to confirm since the TL072 seems to be pretty standard in most of your other circuits.
Plus, if anyone else has issues with it and do a search, maybe this will come up. Helping future builders.

]]> 0 658854a57583e882879fdda548d0067d MathU41 replied to the topic Robin Trower Overdrive in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/robin-trower-overdrive/#post-37745 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 02:16:35 -0400 For future reference, and just to confirm along the way, I’ve got a link I found invaluabe:

How to Read ceramic Capacitor value | Capacitor code calculator

]]> 0 82f6b0a8bcd20fff01a9f61b18149ff3 MathU41 started the topic NT Preamp Boost: correct IC? in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-preamp-boost-correct-ic/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 01:54:59 -0400 Finishing up a boost. Can’t get it to work with the TL072 the BOM calls for, but checked the notes, they say to use a TL061 or TL071, and it does indeed work great with a TL071.

Comparing diagram and pinout, and the circuit’s outputting on pin 6, which pinouts for TL072 say is the second input.

Just checking if I’m catching weird pinouts and a…Read more

]]> 0 5bdd71d6b6dcdeb87eed56cbac4461ab MathU41 started the topic Bonus Big Muff. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/bonus-big-muff/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:40:57 -0400 Catching one of the Bonus Rounds, I had to finally get around to what must be the most common DIY circuit, the Metal Zone.

…Wait.
(Checks notes)
The Big Muff.

Anyway, didn’t deviate on this one. Didn’t feel like I needed to. It’s a Big Muff, everyone should have a Big Muff.
Yes, I am biting my tongue so hard right now.

Anyway, just decided I…Read more

]]> 0 98df2b3c8bab60d6f46d725edf06305b MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37570 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:22:35 -0400 Gain pot measures at 990k max. It does seem to be working properly.
Removing both the mosfets brings the volume back up to what I’d expect. Slightly less volume with both than with 1, completely subjectively.
Not noticing much of a tonal difference on my tiny tabletop test amp. I’ll have to drag over my proper amp to tell, if it’s a relatively…Read more

]]> 0 e85605479484c42c802260672a5be813 MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37532 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 22:01:52 -0400 Further poking and prodding while I had a few moments.
Replaced the Tayda 1n60p with a germanium I got here. Now at or slightly above unity volume with the volume pot full-on and the boost switch off. Tone thicker and slightly darker.
Audio probe reveals good signal when applied to C1 in (bottom leg), but nothing but slight hum at C1 out.…Read more

]]> 0 c3fdbd1fa69fd5dac92458a08b63a098 MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37518 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:59:39 -0400 Update: Poking, prodding, everything’s reflowed, no change for better or worse.
Will get the probe at it yet again later, and start replacing bits.
Also a note: this ‘no clean’ solder sure leaves a lot of gunk behind.

]]> 0 0dcc76b172bbfaafa1c6fbf333b7e461 MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37498 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 02:25:35 -0400 Alright, some poking and prodding later…
At no point does it raise above input volume. Working backward, I believe I lose signal at the left leg of C5.
Contact at neither leg of R8 passes sound through, lower leg of R9 is quiet, upper leg seems OK.
Will figure out how to best deal with the pot in the way and start there.

]]> 0 1710933cddc32664938d6741fa9c3991 MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37494 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:31:17 -0400 I’ll test with one of the old germanium 1n60p’s I have. Wasn’t particularly worried about that yet because, like mentioned, it’s mostly for clipping. They’re more Tayda parts, so I figured the same thing–or at least a reliable recreation–in a different package.

I’ll get to reflowing the rest of the connections and testing a bunch of stuff once…Read more

]]> 0 ee7cf04d44572f5b7a0a68fff6b3b5d3 MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37490 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:36:08 -0400 Transistors are 2n7000, from Tayda IIRC, so should be source-gate-drain. Not sure how to verify that outside of datasheets.
D1 is a 1n60p. Or at least labelled as such. I’m getting suspicious of any diodes meant to replace older ones now.
I’ll be doing some more poking and prodding in a bit and will get comparison readings.

I’m not blaming jacks…Read more

]]> 0 b40a4cd213d7eff7de99ca12215fb614 MathU41 replied to the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/#post-37488 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 22:55:39 -0400 Alright, some poking and prodding.
Can’t get good pictures of the underside with the pots in place, but there we go.

Measurements, all knobs full:
Input: 9.26v
Q1: 4.06, 4.51, 4.51
Q2: 4.51, 4.09, 4.11
IC: 1:4.52      8: 9.06
2: 4.52      7: 4.43
3: 4.27      6: 4.43
4: 0           5: 4.15

Gain pot is also showing 4.54 on all legs, all othe…Read more

]]> 0 96c4005bf4c4010e4f055ec2d0d6bf73 MathU41 started the topic ADD quiet. in the forum GuitarPCB Build Support https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/add-quiet/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 01:14:04 -0400 Got this together, tested that it worked, it did, so boxed it up…
I didn’t verify the volume, just the function.
I like the sound of it, but it’s quiet. With the boost switch on and the volume all the way up, it’s about at unity.
Reflowed all the resistor connections, the pot connections, and the capacitor connections I could reach.
Wiggled the…Read more

]]> 0 2a59f39cd25f709e319edd1ef5e14767 MathU41 replied to the topic Black dog build (solved) in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/black-dog-build-2/#post-37474 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 01:21:08 -0400 I love that artwork.
I’m not a huge help on the troubleshooting, but the biggest thing is making sure everything’s the right polarity. Diodes, electrolytic capacitors, power supplies.
That last one gets a lot of people until it becomes muscle memory. Center post is negative. 

]]> 0 2608e822a45b0db2f7fae48dfe2f7257 MathU41 started the topic Aeon Drive. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/aeon-drive/ Sun, 21 Sep 2025 00:07:16 -0400 Not even from the bonus batch. I specifically bought this one on its own before!
I’ve become a fan. Turn the tone down(?) and it becomes this beautiful glassy tone. Turning it up mellows it without muffling it.
Just popped the name into the search for ideas, ended up trolling through some old phone backgrounds until i found one I could borrow and…Read more

]]> 0 16c77dc0f19af8d37a931ec9d93872f9 MathU41 started the topic NT Dumbletone in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-dumbletone/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 02:20:00 -0400 Another off the bench.
I’m probably getting more preamps and ODs than I actually need…

Thanks to the name, featuring Sir Similar But Legally Distinct Wizard. A tonemancer, if you will.

And premium branding to match while I was at it.

]]> 0 bb312eaa18cbe6549733d7a1d61834bd MathU41 started the topic NT Doomstortion. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-doomstortion/ Sun, 14 Sep 2025 19:48:33 -0400 I already have a Ratt Deluxe, but I made it big and overly complicated. So I standardized with another Nostalgitone.

Got bored of my usual, used some searching for “doom metal picture” and got that.
A little adjustment, applied over hammer-finish black paint, drilled a couple extra holes to expose the clipping LEDs because why not, and I think…Read more

]]> 0 06cfe240c428af12a7338a7c3c3e98d3 MathU41 replied to the topic NT John Mayer Tribute, with Mods Completed! in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-john-mayer-with-mods-completed/#post-37338 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:50:19 -0400 Agreed on all accounts.
The 60’s OD is great at what it does when I want it, and the Kicker is earning a permanent spot on my board. That light hasn’t turned off since I put it there.
And these builds are always clean inside and out. I need to study from this.

]]> 0 973d445297b1c6f6f09aef51fb5b7d83 MathU41 started the topic DIRT in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/dirt/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:58:08 -0400 Is this the first finished Bonus Round build posted? Either way, this was a fun build.

Doesn’t quite clean up completely with the dirt knob all the way down, but that’s what the footswitch is for.

It is nicely responsive to guitar volume. Can go from some nice OD to full grit that way. Nice range of adjustment to play with and there’s just no…Read more

]]> 0 82910294fc50cfe0ef164e84c9f2ae72 MathU41 replied to the topic NT Kicker in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-kicker/#post-37194 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:08:48 -0400 Yes, I do appreciate both mods.
The fat mod especially, just brings in some fullness. Might not be what you want if you’re playing lead and want to stay focused in the range, but it brings some lush feeling if you have room for it.
I do wish there was space to fit switches on the face, but I’ll just have to look for some switches with a low…Read more

]]> 0 7d534779617bc6318b5c0cf1a8ffdf51 MathU41 started the topic NT Kicker in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-kicker/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:29:33 -0400 Another off the bench. I already have an MKC, but this is much smaller and sleeker. Saving pedalboard space.

The provided graphic seems to be for a 1590B and didn’t quite scale perfectly to a 125B. So I recreated it.

Opted for an uncommon, unobtrusive location for the Ultra Gain and Fat Boost mods. Otherwise any space available on the inside…Read more

]]> 0 99d9edb27f8cbba46831a752601224e6 MathU41 started the topic Favorite diodes for Kicker, Klon, etc.? in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/favorite-diodes-for-kicker-klon-etc/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 03:08:44 -0400 Putting finishing touches on a Kicker, and I socketed the spots that just call for germanium.  For fitting, I put in a couple Russian D9Ks that were already snipped to size. But for once I have actual choices!

I’ve also got D9B, a scant handful of 1n34A, 1n60P in two styles, plenty of 1n914s and BATs of various flavors, as well as enough less…Read more

]]> 0 e1f91de285c81fbbeabaecf1cdf192a7 MathU41 replied to the topic NT 60s OD. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-60s-od/#post-37173 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:30:16 -0400 I do like this stainless steel paint. Going to replenish that when I run out.
And yeah, I got lucky with the contents of my Knob Sack this time.

]]> 0 428c3290baad016cb5cd0f5496a94a0c MathU41 started the topic NT 60s OD. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nt-60s-od/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 21:47:38 -0400 Straightforward this time. No mods, so I had just a little fun with the paint.

]]> 0 3a414e8636ed0f2f43bb259dd9be048c MathU41 replied to the topic ColorTone Bass Fuzz. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/colortone-bass-fuzz/#post-37147 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 23:10:57 -0400 I have some 1590B’s left over, but you can’t really do top jacks with those; a 125B with top jacks takes up slightly less pedalboard space, so I’ve kind of standardized on those. I do use 1590BB’s if I need bigger. One or two have been tight, but I have yet to build anything larger than those.

In this case, the wires put the right pressure to…Read more

]]> 0 7fa1830c08c448985edbb1f0acd7e20f MathU41 replied to the topic ColorTone Bass Fuzz. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/colortone-bass-fuzz/#post-37114 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:56:13 -0400 Yeah, R24 wasn’t on the BOM; I had to check the schematic. I’m not an electrical engineer, couldn’t explain reasoning about the routing.
As for the layout, arrange it however you want. I went this route because I have 125b enclosures and I’m amassing a collection of NostalgiTone pedals. This is almost standardizing.
Plus I like the top jacks.…Read more

]]> 0 3bb4d302675f89e5ebf86ad81a9ced60 MathU41 started the topic ColorTone Bass Fuzz. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/colortone-bass-fuzz/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:30 -0400 Another one off the bench. I am enjoying bass-ready circuits, though my grumblings about old offboard pots resurfaces.
Sounded pretty good through the tiny bench amp, though it took some fiddling, which means I expect it to sound better through my New Proper Bass Amp. Yay.
Went for the stock 5088s and J113.
No idea how I managed to hit that cap. I…Read more

]]> 0 db5f9556b13a3de8149fb232407bfcb4 MathU41 replied to the topic Another NT Compressor. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/another-nt-compressor/#post-36943 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 02:51:41 -0400 Thank you much. Would be even better if I hadn’t dropped it onto my cutters.
I have taken to writing the PCB name, what it’s based on if I can find out, and any mods and/or the stock values on the inside of the cover.
Will help troubleshoot when I inevitably kick it or something later, or if I give one away as a secret Santa at work.
Haven’t done…Read more

]]> 0 7ef556379314ef96f6fe9fa826968659 MathU41 started the topic Another NT Compressor. in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/another-nt-compressor/ Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:50:26 -0400 Slightly modded an NT Singles Compressor.
Decided I might want to use it with my bass, so added a switch with the stock and a 220n cap.
Any space I could fit a toggle on the front was within easy kicking range. So some precise layout (I love you, Dykem), a few extra holes, and then some careful work with some jewler’s files applied a slide switch…Read more

]]> 0 9d08793af752c8604189d234426b4a64 MathU41 replied to the topic NostalgiTone Compressor in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/nostalgitone-compressor/#post-36904 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:28:42 -0400 I’m in the middle of a build of my own. Swapping the switch for a pot, but I did try mapping it out ahead of time.

IIRC, ‘up’ (according to the guide) would be right (as mounted in enclosure), but give it a listen before labeling it.

And please report back if I’m wrong.

]]> 0 8b6dcfe1f9fbd401bafae3efbdf03a2d MathU41 replied to the topic Quick question: bass compressor. in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/quick-question-bass-compressor/#post-36878 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 02:32:00 -0400 Okay, quick thought before I sleep on it.
Socketing R16-18 anyway, so no harm done if it doesn’t work.
I have some random 9mm pots that won’t see use elsewhere. Use a B200k, wired to all three pads. Swap R19 for a 5k. Leave R17 and R18 empty.
Assuming this doesn’t break the circuit, it should also give me a wider range on the attack, both shorter…Read more

]]> 0 2addb016a1c7fc942c6aff083453137a MathU41 replied to the topic Quick question: bass compressor. in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/quick-question-bass-compressor/#post-36877 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 01:11:56 -0400 Noting this on my printed build sheet…
Not worried about the clearance yet, either. Thank goodness for printed drill guide. And the software I use for the decals.
Honestly, I could drill it the same as the switch; if I have the right pot, I can bend wires…
Think I’ll socket and experiment once I get it going. 😀

]]> 0 25e77d5c7ff7dddba94c05b97b2f4375 MathU41 replied to the topic Quick question: bass compressor. in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/quick-question-bass-compressor/#post-36875 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 22:53:38 -0400 Yeah, trying to work this all out in my head.
I haven’t measured, but there’s plenty of room between the stock knobs and the footswitch, for anything that will fit between the enclosure and board.
I’m not an electrical engineer, though, and my brain’s worn out by this point of the day. Does the pot just solder in where the switch is, and replace…Read more

]]> 0 d56826aa933bdf4645aaa2e97c35fa51 MathU41 replied to the topic Quick question: bass compressor. in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/quick-question-bass-compressor/#post-36870 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 20:54:16 -0400 Oh, neat.
Thoughts for the project.

]]> 0 284eb2c4718d02d9f158b13ad7086407 MathU41 started the topic Quick question: bass compressor. in the forum General DIY Pedal Discussion https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/quick-question-bass-compressor/ Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:38:46 -0400 Treated myself to a new bass. Figure I should have a compressor specific for it.
My last order included a NT Compressor single. I see that changing C12 to 100n or 220n should make that bass-ready. Any confirmation yet? Would it still act the same if I decide to use it with my guitar?
Alternatively, I already have a Squishy Octopus built. How’s…Read more

]]> 0 2cf8642199808ba4bf0754cb7a9488fd MathU41 replied to the topic Zoso Tone Zone in the forum Show Off Your Build https://guitarpcb.com/community/topic/zoso-tone-zone/#post-36839 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:18:46 -0400 Love the addition of the little medallion.

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