Overdrive
TC Electronics Mojo Mojo Overdrive
Per request. The layout stays mostly true to the schematic. One half of the op amps was unused to I used it for buffered Vref which doesn’t hurt. Quite an interesting design if a bit over engineered.:-)
Biyang Tonefancier BL-8 Blue
This one is kind of a take on a single opamp overdrive with hard clippers ala OD250/Dist+, but the gain control is placed on the feedback loop like in many standard overdrive designs. Nothing too speacial or different, but a nice addition to overdrive palette nevertheless. Snippet from the spiel:The BL-8 delivers a creamy yet … Read more
Boss SD-2 Crunch Channel
Per request. Schematic is avaiable HERE and a verified layout for the Lead Channel is avaiable HERE.
Sarno Earth Drive
Traced by GratefulEight, this overdrive seems like a circuit worth to try out. From the source: The Earth Drive is the ultimate boost/overdrive pedal, designed to retain your instrument’s natural character while providing an organic, full-bodied, yet transparent sound. Use the Earth Drive as a clean boost to add warmth and smoothing, or turn up … Read more
JONNY RECKLESS: Reckless Abandon
A recent request. This is a monster of a pre-amp from Jonny Reckless. Best to read the details on DIY stomp boxes, as there’s a lot to this. I’ve not built this, and there’s a bit going on with it. I’d suggest checking it against the schematic before starting. I’ve looked over it a few times, … Read more