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    Harmonic Percolator turret board layout with added diode toggle?

    Thanks Fama, that might be the easiest option at this point.
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    Harmonic Percolator turret board layout with added diode toggle?

    I have been using an existing layout that I modified a bit. I use the existing layout but use a 2 x 10 turret so that the components essentially are symmetrical (straight across) and dont need to be angled. I then just connect the turrets that need connecting on the underside with wire. I...
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    Harmonic Percolator (Giblet schematic) Balance at full loses some oomph

    No, I forgot lol. That said, I started building these without the Balance knob, and only a Harmonics. I will breadboard another one in a bit and check and see if the suggested methods work.
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    Harmonic Percolator (Giblet schematic) Balance at full loses some oomph

    It just loses a bit of volume and drive. Its like the last 3% of the pot curve actually decreases a bit instead of continuing its upwards trajectory.
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    Harmonic Percolator (Giblet schematic) Balance at full loses some oomph

    Sorry all, wasnt sure how to word this. I have built a pile of these and each one essentially seems to fall off juuuust a bit when the Balance pot (A50k) is at max. I tried searching, didnt see anything posted, so I figured Id ask, I hope this hasnt been beaten to death and I just wasnt able...
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    Wire management

    Can anyone share their method to manage wires for turret or pseudo-turret and Other DIY builds that have wires coming out to the off board parts all over the place? I’m trying to have a clean, aesthetically pleasing method without the wires becoming a rats nest under the pcb. I’ve attached an...
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    Planning on building a Skeptical Boost?

    What are you referring to? The one I build calls for a TC1044 charge pump. Are the v1 tech docs different?
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    Pedals w/ clipping diodes: Matching vF?

    Ah man, I never even thought to test leakage lol. I don’t think my Peak tests this…
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    Pedals w/ clipping diodes: Matching vF?

    So, I read a couple posts about how some pedals with multiple transistors need to be matched (for octave properties) but what about clipping diodes? I suspect I am overthinking on the subject along with a lack of knowledge on said subject... What about a pedal that has 2 x Ge clipping diodes...
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    Volume output question (Dead End FX Spectrum)

    Hi All, I'm still learning so I was hoping someone could look at this schematic of the Dead End FX Spectrum and tell me if there is a resistor(s) that effect the overall output of volume. As is, in order to get unity gain, I am roughly 90% up on the Volume knob. I was hoping to get a bit (not...
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    1st turret board build: Interfax Hp-1

    First and foremost, it sounds fantastic. I absolutely love the harmonic percolator, and I have assembled quite a few PCB’s. This is my first turret board build, and am looking for honest critique. What could be improved at first glance? I am aware of come jank, esp the led resistor. I found...
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    Recovered diode identification request

    Excellent! I’m embarrassed to admit but this idea never even occurred to me. Found the schematics and service manual, all it says is silicon diode but it confirms things. Super helpful idea, I have a pile of other electro with questionable components, looks like I have some detective work ahead...
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    Recovered diode identification request

    I pulled a pile Of these diodes from a Hewlett Packard pulse generator. Unknown era, but my guess is 1960’s. There looks to be a Fairchild “F” on the base but I cannot confirm. Vf according to my Peak is .595 to .659 @ 5.00 mA. They are black glass, brown stripe at cathode end and a yellow in...
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