JMK Paralyzer *EXTREME* for my SCHMORG (6PDT content)

[dawson]

This is a build of the JMK Paralyzer PCB, which splits your signal into two separate loops that are then blended back together via. the knob before mono output.
It's a great little utility circuit!

I've been using an older JMK Paralyzer build in a particular song to gradually switch between a choppy tremolo and a slow, sweeping phasor- turning the massive knob with my foot. It's been working great so far- here's a link to the build report if you're curious: JMK Paralyzer for my SCHMORG

Anyhow, since I've been getting so much value out of my first Paralyzer, I decided it'd be worth upgrading it by adding a true bypass switch that arranges the two parallel loops in series. I tried and tried to think of a way to do this using a smaller switch, but if there is indeed a solution, I didn't find it. I had to go 6PDT, which means I spent $18 on that super awesome switch.. totally worth it!

Here it is:

Now I can run phasor into tremolo!
*I also feel much safer working the knob with my foot now that there's true-bypass. If when I eventually demolish the potentiometer in the middle of a live set, I'll just flip the switch and finish-up in series, rather than being hard-wired through a busted circuit.

That 3d-printed bracket anchors the PCB/POT assembly to the switch so that they don't spin around in there if the nut comes loose.

*I posted the glamor shot first to hide the fact that my etch is way off-center :

If you're wondering WTF is wrong with this guy who thinks it's okay to build upside-down pedals with no pants on, this thread may answer a question or two:
SCHMORG

Thanks for reading!

 

[Harry Klippton]

I can't even begin to understand what this does but me likey big knob

 

[Mentaltossflycoon]

Mega switch AND mega knob??? Seems like a lot of mega. Another sweet etch design too.

 

[jhaneyzz]

I literally snorted beer through my nose when I saw the gut shot of that switch...

reminds me of my Sun Face clone I made using the biggest knob I could find at LMS.

I WANT a fuzz with this design style...

 

[dawson]

I can't even begin to understand what this does but me likey big knob

I like the big knob as well- it feels just right for what I'm doing.
The last build I actually went a bit too big.. it took 2-3 foot-rolls to get from one end to the other.

Mega switch AND mega knob??? Seems like a lot of mega. Another sweet etch design too.

Hey, thanks!
It's a lot to handle- I can flip the switch by myself, but only if I get a running start.

I literally snorted beer through my nose when I saw the gut shot of that switch...

reminds me of my Sun Face clone I made using the biggest knob I could find at LMS.

I WANT a fuzz with this design style...

Ouch! Beer boogers hurt.

They appear to have gone madly up in price, but here's the link if you need one of these switches for your fuzz:
Digi-Key

 

[jhaneyzz]

I like the big knob as well- it feels just right for what I'm doing.
The last build I actually went a bit too big.. it took 2-3 foot-rolls to get from one end to the other.

Hey, thanks!
It's a lot to handle- I can flip the switch by myself, but only if I get a running start.

Ouch! Beer boogers hurt.

They appear to have gone madly up in price, but here's the link if you need one of these switches for your fuzz:
Digi-Key

I appreciate your enthusiasm and dedication... but why would you possibly need one of these for a fuzz...???

BUT a Fuzz that LOOKS like this... money!

 

[Feral Feline]

I like the big knob as well- it feels just right for what I'm doing.
The last build I actually went a bit too big.. it took 2-3 foot-rolls to get from one end to the other.

They appear to have gone madly up in price, but here's the link if you need one of these switches for your fuzz:
Digi-Key

Fantastic!

One of my favourite builds of yours, and I'm not shy about admitting it's largely due to that monster switch. I can't even remember what I wanted one for, but to finally be able to see one in context, see the scale of the thing as it relates to other familiar items — puts it in perspective. Alas, hearing the price has gone up puts it in another perspective, yeesh, and I thought they were expensive before at $16ish — I knew I shoulda bought one when I first found 'em at that left toin at albakoiky!

Kung-fu kick to flick that switch.


I've always liked your Schmorg, particularly because it exemplifies that it's all about whatever works for the individual builder, as everyone's needs and druthers are different — no question, it's truly cool DIY DWWFY.

 

[JamieJ]

I can't even begin to understand what this does but me likey big knob

That’s what she said.

 

[dawson]

Fantastic!

One of my favourite builds of yours, and I'm not shy about admitting it's largely due to that monster switch. I can't even remember what I wanted one for, but to finally be able to see one in context, see the scale of the thing as it relates to other familiar items — puts it in perspective. Alas, hearing the price has gone up puts it in another perspective, yeesh, and I thought they were expensive before at $16ish — I knew I shoulda bought one when I first found 'em at that left toin at albakoiky!

Kung-fu kick to flick that switch.


I've always liked your Schmorg, particularly because it exemplifies that it's all about whatever works for the individual builder, as everyone's needs and druthers are different — no question, it's truly cool DIY DWWFY.

Thanks a lot @Feral Feline!
Gotta' DWWFY otherwise all our build reports would looks the same!

 

[jhaneyzz]

FYI, WTF is DWWFY, IDK FWIW...

 

[dawson]

I interpreted the phrase, "Dawson works wonders, F*@% YEAH!"
Very flattering indeed.
It may be worth confirming before re-using this in public though.
I'd suggest a Google search, but do what works for you.

 

[almondcity]

This (and the Schmorg in general) is the epitome of DIY. The switch looks awesome and I bet it's got a satisfying click to it

Well done

 

[Feral Feline]

Uh, yeah, totally it's "Dawson Works Wonders Fcuk YEAH!"...

DWWFY!

 

[Harry Klippton]

This (and the Schmorg in general) is the epitome of DIY. The switch looks awesome and I bet it's got a satisfying click to it

Well done

The phrase I like and utter in my head a lot is "the spirit of DIY lives here" and yeah the SCHMORG completely embodies that

 

[dawson]

Aw..shucks, you guys sure are nice.

This (and the Schmorg in general) is the epitome of DIY. The switch looks awesome and I bet it's got a satisfying click to it

Well done

Thank you!
The click feels so good.
It's a fairly substantial 'thwack,' but without making too much racket in my guitar signal.

Super high quality switch with a price to match- I'm really curious what these switches are used for in the real world
It's the only 6PDT I could find so I bought it without checking the measurements or anything- then of course it shows up looking like a piece of the Millennium Falcon.