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leonard d rock
Silver Member
Philippines
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 Posted - 11/28/2009 : 06:07:08
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hello all,
whats the best way to turn an sd-1 into symmetric?
a. add a similar diode to d4 to balance it the same as d5 and d6
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b. remove either d5 or d6 ?
this is to make a different flavor for an extra sd-1
regards and peace to all,
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Dr. Bob
Moderator
Australia
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Posted - 11/28/2009 : 11:51:14
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Hi leonard d rock
Both methods will work.
But the (2) diodes in series method will clip at a slightly higher level,
and the pedal will seem to be a little louder.
You can take this to extremes, & use 3-4-5 diodes in series.
But once you go over 3 diodes, you may as well use red LEDs, as the clippers.
Regards Dr. Bob  |
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ssanyee
Silver Member
Hungary
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leonard d rock
Silver Member
Philippines
301 Posts |
Posted - 11/30/2009 : 04:55:11
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thanks for your replies guys!
ldr
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stinkfoot
Silver Member
Sweden
181 Posts |
Posted - 12/01/2009 : 05:02:42
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If you want more of a tube screamer vibe, you may want to add a second diode in series with D4. The SD-1 has more gain on tap than the TS, and using dual diodes might offset the gain difference a bit.
If you want to go the other way, remove D5 or D6 and put a jumper in its place. The SD-1 will distort even more than stock in that setup.
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leonard d rock
Silver Member
Philippines
301 Posts |
Posted - 12/12/2009 : 06:22:05
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did/tried both and preferred adding a diode in series with d4. more tubescreamerish which what i was looking for
regards,
ldr |
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ssanyee
Silver Member
Hungary
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Posted - 12/12/2009 : 12:14:52
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Hi leonard,
Congrats for the great result!
cheers |
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best way to symmetric an assymetric clipping?
