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#31

VFE Projects / Re: VFE Mini Mu

Last post by Itchy Scratcherson - November 10, 2024, 03:59:27 AM

Hi everyone! Very frustrating there's no better solution other than not to use Latching relays. I'm in precisely the same boat with THREE VFE SPS circuits... I'll spare everyone my troubleshooting essay and summarize by saying the latching relay is not seeing voltage on pin1 and so it never switches. But when engaged the LEDs light and the 3 pedals sound great. I'll buy some non-latching relays OR add a traditional stomp switch.
Be well!
   ~Christopher

#32

General Questions / Re: Low Signal Relay 5VDC DPDT...

Last post by Itchy Scratcherson - November 10, 2024, 03:43:12 AM

fwiw, I can confirm a 78L05 voltage regulator seems to be a legit replacement for the LP2950 on the VFE Merman, VFE Mobius Strip, VFE Pale Horse, and the VFE Tractor Beam. Also, if you buy LP2950's, be more careful than I was and make sure you get the 5V version not the 3.3V version! HTH

#33

Build Reports / Re: Ekano DIY Midi Controller

Last post by gordo - November 09, 2024, 01:08:27 PM

Wow, good to see you back!  Thanks for this.

#34

Tech Help - Projects Page / Re: MadBean Orifice (Openhaus)

Last post by MIYTADJ - November 08, 2024, 07:34:43 PM

OK an update (but not much of one) on my build. I finally found and ordered the right transistors for this build from small bear. I will post my findings once they arrive and get installed.

almost 3 years working on getting this pedal to work. Thank you again madbean. I'm counting the minutes until it gets here (probably a week)

#35

Build Reports / Re: Ekano DIY Midi Controller

Last post by crashguitar - November 08, 2024, 02:32:57 AM

Thanks for sharing.

#36

Build Reports / Re: Evening Sun MC6: Programma...

Last post by Marshall Arts - November 07, 2024, 02:38:27 PM

New version available. See this thread: https://www.madbeanpedals.com/forum/index.php?topic=35424.msg336678#msg336678

#37

Build Reports / Ekano DIY Midi Controller

Last post by Marshall Arts - November 07, 2024, 02:36:27 PM

More than three years ago, I started a thread about a DIY Midi Controller I built:

https://www.madbeanpedals.com/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=eabc2027e4865c0f53bfe13b51bdbf5b&topic=33087.0

This thing has been on my pedalboard ever since, but I redesigned it to use another microprocessor (Arduino Pro Micro). I also created a website with all required ressources (3D-print-files, drill-templates, build instructions, programming guide,...):

https://sites.google.com/view/ekano/start

Add-On: This new version will also be recognized by you computer as an input device once connected to your USB-C-Port. This being said, it can control your DAW or plugins or anything midi on your computer as well...

Enjoy reading, building, programming, playing.

#38

Open Discussion / Re: What solder should I use?

Last post by dont-tase-me-bro - November 07, 2024, 12:31:40 PM

I use the same Kester - it's great

#39

Open Discussion / Re: What solder should I use?

Last post by dead_aatish - November 04, 2024, 06:53:18 AM

I've used 0.6mm lead-free solder before for perf board projects, and I found it worked pretty well for most components. It's not too thin, but if you're soldering things like bigger caps or connectors, a thicker solder, like 0.8mm, might help fill those joints better. Personally, I prefer leaded solder because it flows nicely and makes for cleaner joints, but I get that lead-free is a good choice too.

#40

Open Discussion / Re: runoffgrove mockman PCB?

Last post by dead_aatish - November 04, 2024, 06:46:35 AM

Totally get where you're coming from! I've seen a few PCBs that work with vero layouts, especially on sites like Tayda or even in some DIY pedal forums. They usually have designs that fit perfectly in a 1590B. If you're up for it, designing your own with software like KiCad can be a fun challenge too—I tried it for a couple of my builds, and it was really rewarding to see it all come together.