Tools, Tones and Toys for Guitarists
I’ve had a couple of questions about these recently, and out of curiosity I decided to take a closer look. In 2024, Sola Sound released a few versions of a hybrid MKI, built by Dave Main of D*A*M. So what is it? It’s essentially a standard MKI circuit, but with the first two germanium transistors … Read more
I know right – a regular vero layout for a change. While it’s called a fuzz, it has quite a bit of range. Clean(ish) to an overloaded squishy fuzz Schematic is here FAIRFIELD CIRCUITRY ~900 FUZZ Just be sure to use J201 from a reputable source, and always check the pinout. Do not buy your … Read more
Per request, a layout with the inernal Input and Filter trimpots moved to the outside…
Since I’m doing boosters at the moment – the D*A*M Supa Rooster. I’d suggest placing a 1m resistor on the input and output if you get switch pop – a lot of people do this all the time for their rangemaster type circuits. If you want it to look true to the original, use … Read more
Nothing groundbreaking today—just a variable-gain germanium booster I through together this afternoon, heavily inspired by the D*A*M Red Rooster. I built mine on a slightly different layout, but if I do another one I’ll use this version; it’s cleaner and a bit easier to wire. And if you like the idea of incorporating a trim … Read more
