Tools, Tones and Toys for Guitarists
Request. This layout adds a Timmy type bass control to the TS808 (but with the lugs swapped round so bass increases as you turn clockwise) . I could have just added this to the existing TS808 post but think it’s worth separating them to show two distinct build options. I managed to shift things around … Read more
I think we’ve seen this somewhere before. Many times. Info from the manufacturer about their original: SNOWJOB, a dual mode underdrive, what the hell is an underdrive you ask, hold on, we will explain. An underdrive is similar in function to an overdrive, except instead of driving the amp it drives from the guitar, adding … Read more
Request, with thanks for forum member ‘doomidrive’ (just to confuse matters :o) for the pictures and information to allow us to do the trace. A popular effects used by Hendrix and Page amongst others, here’s the short but sweet overview: A faithful reproduction of the vintage Univox Uni-Drive circuit with original NOS transistors and bottom … Read more
Request. Matsumin’s popular circuit using a 9V powered 12AU7 tube in a mojo and compact layout. The white wires are for the offboard connection to the tube socket.
Another one from Providence and another which is most definitely inspired by the TS808. Based on the clips I’ve heard, like the Stampede it also sounds pretty good and so I have no doubt a few people will fancy throwing one of these together. Manufacturers info: An Overdrive with greater presence Based on the old … Read more
And this is the one I did the bipolar voltage converter for! :o) This pedal uses a 9V supply which is then converted to +/-15V using a 5V regulator into an expensive NMA0515SC 5V to +/-15V converter, plus a couple of inductors which is another unusual component for us to use. So I preferred the … Read more
Yet another Dumble-in-a-Box slightly modified Zen Drive but always worth adding these to the library. I think this is purely a DIY project though and not something that has ever been sold commercially. Worth building for those who like Zen’s and its derivatives I would say.
From UnofficialAmpeg.com: During MTI’s ownership of Ampeg, everything was being built in Japan. Ampeg’s most extensive line of pedals is no exception. In production during 1982 and 1983, the “A” series effects were housed in black steel boxes with brightly colored graphics in pinks, oranges, blues, yellows, etc., and included nine pedals and a … Read more
As requested. I happen to have an original unit in metal enclosure, and to my ears this is definitely one of the greatest Ibanez overdrives. This layout is with your standard transistor pinout and with input buffer omitted. Reason for omitting the buffer is quite obvious… It is big, but should fit in B-box without … Read more
I was struggling to get this one 21 columns wide max, so Miro will have to forgive me for the placing the Nature pot wires at different sides of the board. Sorry mate :o) Info about the original: The Model G captures the unique voice and response of an often overlooked brand of amps from … Read more