Tools, Tones and Toys for Guitarists
Here’s a version of the Clark Gainster for those who don’t want to use the massive paper-in-oil caps in the version posted previously. I only put in the large axial 100u cap because there was a bit of space in the bottom right of the layout and I had some that size. You can obviously … Read more
T-REX MUDHONEY II Controls (Both Channels) Level: Controls overall output Gain: Sets grit/crunch/distortion amount Tone: Controls high-end roll-off Normal/Boost Switch: Switch from moderate to high gain Bypass Footswitch: True bypass switching ————————————————————————————————— The release of this little doozy was one that for me made absolute sense. Like the original this new pedal also works perfectly … Read more
This is one of those versatile builds that could be useful for a number of different tasks. Effects and dry signal in parallel, 3 channel splitter/mixer, 1 input 3 outputs for using multiple amps, 3 inputs into one output to use multiple instruments, convert serial effects loop into parallel … and so on. I made … Read more
This one will let you continue to use the more consistent PNP germanium transistors, but the charge pump will provide a -9V supply, so the ground at 0V can be daisy chained with all your negative ground effects. The same structure could be used with any circuit that is usually PNP like the Rangemaster or … Read more
Spencer Amps Distortion Processors/Modifications That’s right kids, we’ve got another extra special treat for you from the awesome mind of Bill Spencer. Earlier this year when I discovered Spencer Amps I had no idea what I would be in for. In this life of a tone conscience/tone hunting fool – I come across and am … Read more
Vyagra Boost Tone Shaping / Booster CONTROLS Right Footswitch: True Bypass Operation Left Footswitch: Kicks in Parametric EQ Gain: 25db of Clean Boost Frequency: Parametric EQ / 220Hz-1kHz Cut/Boost: Cut or Boost Frequency Signal ——————————————————————- Anytime I get a chance to try anything from the Crazy Tube Circuits pedal line, I just know I’m going … Read more
Xotic Effects presents Interview and Demo with Gannin Arnold My good friends over at Xotic Effects/Pro Sound Communications have got a real treat for you guitar lick loving, rock & roll digging, riff till dawn guitar lovers. Xotic has added another awesome interview/gear demo with another one of today’s inspiring and extremely talented guitar players, … Read more