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#51

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.

#52

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)

#53

Build Reports / Re: Ekano DIY Midi Controller

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

Thanks for sharing.

#54

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

#55

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.

#56

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

#57

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.

#58

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.

#59

Open Discussion / Re: The pedal movIe

Last post by dead_aatish - November 04, 2024, 06:36:39 AM

I watched it, and I thought it was a lot of fun! The twists were pretty wild, and the rumors surrounding it definitely made things more interesting. I love how shows can create such buzz, and it's always cool to see where the story goes next. It kept me hooked, and I'm curious to hear what others thought about it!

#60

Build Reports / Re: Special Sauce mk. II [Chor...

Last post by Aleph Null - November 03, 2024, 10:15:22 PM

hey pal, why did you substituted 2k7 resistors on your former layout for 5k1 resistors on this version?

The resistors along with the capacitor that sits in parallel to ground form a high pass filter. The original circuit has a cut-off frequency below the audible range, making it a full-frequency boost. The second version has a cut-off frequency of 140Hz. The values were changed to get the frequency response I wanted.