Recent content by BuddytheReow

Post a link to this build in the PHB thread for this to count as a submission. Otherwise it YABR (yet another build report)

Just so I understand correctly, if I have a buffer before a FF (say a buffered bypass tuner) I counter the effect of the buffer by putting a small resistor in series before the input of the FF?

This forum is weird when posting pics directly from your phone (assuming that’s what you’re doing). You’ll need to edit the pics, rotate them in any direction, save it, re-edit and rotate them back to the original orientation, and save again. Pics should post just fine after that

Dumb question, but what does this circuit do?

Layout looks ok to me

You may be right. I don’t have enough experience with leakage and Germaniums to confirm. I tend to just use more modern components. Maybe that’s why all my fuzz faces suck

Base needs some dc voltage to turn the transistor on and open the channel between collector and emitter. Take a look at a lpb-1 or muff stage to see what I mean.

You’ll have a tough time squeezing 2 diode leads in one hole. Might want to rethink your layout. Also curious how it works without biasing the base pin.

What is the definition of “gain” here? For example, in a distortion circuit gain in reality is compression in conjunction with signal clipping.

Increase R7 or R4. Or change the diodes with lower Vf

I haven’t heard anyone talking about homestarrunner in years! Nice build.

Thanks, guys. I'm always on the lookout for some good chugs. The Black Eye may be my next project (after my lead solder OD of course).

I'm starting to check out the Soldano SLO tone and I think it's pretty killer. From what I've heard/read its pretty much the grandfather of all the high gain amps out there today. I would love to get my hands on one, but I really don't have the space for another "amp on tap" ready to plug in and...

G4 is one of my favorite gain machines and one of my first builds.

Depends what you ordered. UV printing or enclosure colors/drilling takes extra time. If it’s straight parts then only a day or two depending on the day of the week you order.