droneshotfpv
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I have built a few Klon circuits, from supposed point to point replicas, to "inspired by, and mostly true to original" types. It was probably one of my first actual builds when I made the decision to start building my own FX. They all sound good in their own right, and I treat them as just another OD for certain applications...
Fast forward to my love affair with PedalPCB and everything in it (from products to members and knowledge) I decided to add yet another Klone to my repertoire, so I ordered the Kliché.
As I posted before, I am not well versed in electronics (yet) and "how it ALL works", but I am learning daily to unfold the mystery of the circuits and what makes them tick, or puff up in smoke.... lol
I wanted to ask those with experience in this realm a few questions, if I may. If I am remembering properly, the OG Klon used GE Diodes, the magical and mysterious, as well as ALL belonging to Bill, 1n34a DIODE. Obviously we can get those today, but with all things electronics, the Vf varies. Wasn't the orignals measured, and a conclusion arrived at around 0.39v or 0.40v Vf? I know this isn't really a huge thing to concern myself with, as I have learned over the years that many other factors play a role here, but I was curious about the "tried and true" Vf on the Grand Daddy OG. The reason I am asking this specific question is I got ahold of some OG NOS 1n34a's, (as well as D9E's which I have seen some of you use, and some others that are equivalent to 1n34a) and I wanted to verify their Vf vs. the OG. If I am not mistaken, a few sets of my NOS 1n34a's are reading exactly as the 0.37v - 0.43v Vf, and I will measure again, but 4 or 6 of them are around 0.44v or so.
I am curious about this info because I plan to do something I haven't before, and that is socket the DIODES and run a serious of tests based on the 1n34a and a few others I plan on testing with this circuit, which brings me to the next questions.
When it comes to socketing, is there any noticeable degradation in audio quality when socketed? I know as a general rule, and the applications for other projects I use (unrelated to audio, but IT work, etc) that socketing, or introducing any potential resistance or potential failure point can degrade your signal / quality until the socket is eliminated and whatever you choose is affixed permanently. So is this anything to worry about in the audio realm, or not?
I do plan to do as I have done before, and try my setup with the 1044 vs. 7660S Charge pump, but that isn't anything I am concerned with. the 7660S never seems to squeal for me, which is a plus! lol
Thanks in advance guys, I really appreciate this forum and everyone in it, and I am sorry in advance for the book, I tend to post long winded things... I just like to be thorough.
Fast forward to my love affair with PedalPCB and everything in it (from products to members and knowledge) I decided to add yet another Klone to my repertoire, so I ordered the Kliché.
As I posted before, I am not well versed in electronics (yet) and "how it ALL works", but I am learning daily to unfold the mystery of the circuits and what makes them tick, or puff up in smoke.... lol
I wanted to ask those with experience in this realm a few questions, if I may. If I am remembering properly, the OG Klon used GE Diodes, the magical and mysterious, as well as ALL belonging to Bill, 1n34a DIODE. Obviously we can get those today, but with all things electronics, the Vf varies. Wasn't the orignals measured, and a conclusion arrived at around 0.39v or 0.40v Vf? I know this isn't really a huge thing to concern myself with, as I have learned over the years that many other factors play a role here, but I was curious about the "tried and true" Vf on the Grand Daddy OG. The reason I am asking this specific question is I got ahold of some OG NOS 1n34a's, (as well as D9E's which I have seen some of you use, and some others that are equivalent to 1n34a) and I wanted to verify their Vf vs. the OG. If I am not mistaken, a few sets of my NOS 1n34a's are reading exactly as the 0.37v - 0.43v Vf, and I will measure again, but 4 or 6 of them are around 0.44v or so.
I am curious about this info because I plan to do something I haven't before, and that is socket the DIODES and run a serious of tests based on the 1n34a and a few others I plan on testing with this circuit, which brings me to the next questions.
When it comes to socketing, is there any noticeable degradation in audio quality when socketed? I know as a general rule, and the applications for other projects I use (unrelated to audio, but IT work, etc) that socketing, or introducing any potential resistance or potential failure point can degrade your signal / quality until the socket is eliminated and whatever you choose is affixed permanently. So is this anything to worry about in the audio realm, or not?
I do plan to do as I have done before, and try my setup with the 1044 vs. 7660S Charge pump, but that isn't anything I am concerned with. the 7660S never seems to squeal for me, which is a plus! lol
Thanks in advance guys, I really appreciate this forum and everyone in it, and I am sorry in advance for the book, I tend to post long winded things... I just like to be thorough.