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Thanks for the help. Gotta add this to my future projects list.

Any help for these transistors to be used in a Fuzz Factory clone? I've got my sights on a Fuzz Foundry Deluxe once they come back in stock, along with the rotary switch. Thanks.

I keep coming back to this circuit and can't wait to see it come to life as a kit or documentation to diy. In my wish list, I'm hoping for something really simple to go out of one of my preamps (Alembic F1X clone, Intersound IVP, Acoustic 360+ or maybe one of the handful of pedal in a box...

Just received an order from Tayda and I do feel a difference in the construction of their Alpha pots and the ones I have always received from Smallbear. They seem not quite as robust, but it's by a small degree and the printing on the board and back of the case seems a little bit different. I...

I've kept a bunch over the years and sold a good number as well. I don't gig but I like to tinker with different pedal combinations and sounds and it's fun to have a variety of flavors to choose from...and that's why I have WAAAAAAAY too many fuzz/distortion/overdrive pedals cluttering up my...

Just got word that the Gravitation Reverb pcb is back in stock and I grabbed one alongside a Magnetron. I did a good deal of youtubing clips of both and they seem to be flexible circuits. Can't wait to get them started!

So a reasonably high hfe Ge transistor will work in place of a lower hfe Silicon? Interesting... Good thing I ALWAYS socket my transistors.

Ha! I wonder if I'd ruffle some feathers with that jab. I'd wager that 99% of guitarists out there have better tone than I do!

Fantastic fellas! I appreciate it. And so quickly too! So... I can see a Fuzz Aldrin on my board, as well as that Buzzaround board I've had laying around waiting for transistors (after I flip the required parts) and maybe a few more. Nice!

I had heard about the conversion but never tried it. Will it work with a 9v adapter? I dislike batteries no matter what Eric Johnson says.

Years ago I bought a matched set of Germanium transistors from SmallBear that I intended to use in a Fuzz Face-style circuit. Years passed and I'm looking for something with a bit more range to use these transistors in. Would they be suitable for a Fuzz Factory? The 2n1305 measures 171 and the...

I've been poking through my parts bins and turned up a bunch of NPN Germanium transistors looking for a project. I've got some AC127 transistors (bought from Marc Ahlfs back in the day) and a single NTE101. I'm interested in the Fuzz Aldrin (which fits, given the source of my transistors!) but...

Anyone want to speculate on why SmallBear's prices were so much more than the other places listed above? Smaller operation? Other sources not using Alpha pots? Aion mentioned the difference in quality between SmallBear's Alpha pots and Tayda's and I wonder if there is actually a difference...

I did this years ago, but I reached out to the makers of a variety of chips and asked politely for some samples. I explained that I was a DIY-er and it was surprising how many companies responded and sent me a padded envelope of 10. Like I said, it was years ago and I can't recall who exactly I...

I've made a bunch of Big Cheese (CheeseMonger Fuzz) clones for people and I've found it pretty versatile with the rotary switch positions. Tone bypass, mid scoop, mid hump and gated fuzz positions make for lots of usable tones.

I try to do as much research as I can (youtube, pedal forums, etc.) but there were a few from way back (mostly Tim Escobedo circuits) that I had to go on instinct and the meager descriptions I could find online. Most often I was pleased with the results, even if they might be super wacky and...

So many decisions! Ultimately I think the Magnetron makes the most sense. Thanks for the suggestions and info.

I was going through my parts bins and realized that I have an extra PT2399 chip that needs a home. I did some poking around on the different delay projects, listened to clips on youtube and still don't know which one to decide on. Anyone have a favorite circuit? I've got regular delay covered...

I looked at that particular module and the many others on the ICEpower site and unfortunately I'm not knowledgeable enough to determine which one might be work-able for a Class D power amp with a switch and LED, single input, single pot for level, integrated power supply so I could use an IEC...

Looks like this has potential to go along with my Alembic F2-B style preamp or the Intersound IVP I'm getting ready to assemble. On a semi-related topic, are there any Class D modules (ICEpower maybe?) that might work like these for a higher powered power amp? I like the idea of a backup...