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Title: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: rullywowr on January 28, 2015, 10:12:59 PM
Based off the Landgraff Clean Boost.  Really great circuit, I love how it adds a bit of fatness/warmth to the drive.  It's circuit is similar to a SHO.  If you want to build your own, I created a project "LG_SHO" and tutorial (complete with build doc and single sided etching artwork) here in this thread (if you haven't seen it already):
http://www.madbeanpedals.com/forum/index.php?topic=19463.0 (http://www.madbeanpedals.com/forum/index.php?topic=19463.0)

Specs:
1590a powdercoated Gloss White (by me)
Detour Optical Bypass (for no-pop) switching
Low-Profile Alpha DPDT for smooth stomping
Flat-Top 3mm clear blue LED
BS170 FET (you can use 2n7000 as well)
Custom clear/green swirl knob by Sean at SRC Effects.  Sean makes awesome knobs. 
http://srceffects.com/ (http://srceffects.com/)
Kobiconn low-profile 1/4" jacks.
PCB etched and "Liquid Tinned"


(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73135424/LG_SHO/1590a%20build/Photo%20Jan%2028%2C%2016%2050%2059%20(1).jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73135424/LG_SHO/1590a%20build/Photo%20Jan%2028%2C%2016%2051%2026%20(1).jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73135424/LG_SHO/1590a%20build/Photo%20Jan%2028%2C%2016%2052%2010%20(1).jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73135424/LG_SHO/1590a%20build/Photo%20Jan%2028%2C%2016%2053%2053%20(1).jpg)
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: Leevibe on January 28, 2015, 11:34:25 PM
That is just perfection, Ben.
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: copachino on January 29, 2015, 12:20:38 AM
Its a new layout of thr detour?? The pones i bought have the c2 180 degrees so i can fit them on 1590a.. Also where do you buy those jacks???
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: selfdestroyer on January 29, 2015, 12:20:56 AM
Awesome looking build. I love that knob, I need to contact him and see if I can pick some up... He's been super busy it seems.

I also can't wait to gibe you Detour Optical Bypass a try since you hooked me up with one.

Cody
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: rullywowr on January 29, 2015, 12:24:06 AM
Quote from: copachino on January 29, 2015, 12:20:38 AM
Its a new layout of thr detour?? The pones i bought have the c2 180 degrees so i can fit them on 1590a.. Also where do you buy those jacks???

This is the latest and current version of the Detour (v1.3). I wanted to make it as small as possible while maintaining symmetry for LED mounting. I just nibbled the corners off with side cutters for this one. Send me a PM with your address Copachino and I'll be glad to send you some of this version  as a courtesy for free to replace your earlier ones.  ;)

EDIT:  The Kobiconn jacks were purchased a few months back as a group buy.  Mouser has them, however you have to order a minimum of 1000 it seems.
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: selfdestroyer on January 29, 2015, 06:22:59 AM
Quote from: copachino on January 29, 2015, 12:20:38 AM
Its a new layout of thr detour?? The pones i bought have the c2 180 degrees so i can fit them on 1590a.. Also where do you buy those jacks???

I do see you can get the jacks here
http://www.retroamplis.com/Open-Jack-Mono-special-size (http://www.retroamplis.com/Open-Jack-Mono-special-size)

Cody
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: cooder on January 29, 2015, 07:53:47 AM
Awesomeness in a tiny box! Dig that knob too and great all around finish!
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: billstein on January 29, 2015, 08:36:27 AM
Love that.
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: chordball on January 29, 2015, 01:13:38 PM
You make it look so roomy in there! Excellent work man.
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: copachino on January 29, 2015, 02:42:58 PM
Quote from: selfdestroyer on January 29, 2015, 06:22:59 AM
Quote from: copachino on January 29, 2015, 12:20:38 AM
Its a new layout of thr detour?? The pones i bought have the c2 180 degrees so i can fit them on 1590a.. Also where do you buy those jacks???

I do see you can get the jacks here
http://www.retroamplis.com/Open-Jack-Mono-special-size (http://www.retroamplis.com/Open-Jack-Mono-special-size)

Cody


ive found this on mouser, but they are switched, still im going to ask for 6 to see how big they are

http://www.mouser.hn/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=161-MJ160M-EXvirtualkey11180000virtualkey161-MJ160M-EX
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: nzCdog on January 30, 2015, 02:47:50 AM
tidy! knob looks wicked too
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: pickdropper on January 30, 2015, 03:18:13 AM
Dig the neat, tiny box.
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: Coda-effects on January 30, 2015, 08:33:53 AM
Really nice ! How did you powdercoat it so nicely ?
Title: Re: LG_SHO boooooster with optical bypass in 1590a
Post by: rullywowr on January 30, 2015, 02:33:25 PM
Thanks for the kind words everyone!

Quote from: Coda-effects on January 30, 2015, 08:33:53 AM
Really nice ! How did you powdercoat it so nicely ?

Thanks man.  Just like paint, its all about basic prep.  Pre bake the enclosures at 375 for 20 min (this gets any internal gasses out and stuff).  Then cool and wipe the enclosure with Acetone and a rag until no more black stuff comes off.  Attach electrode and hit it with glossy white powder evenly.  Bake in my beat toaster oven for 10 minutes until flow out occurs.  Check to see if you missed any spots (if so, take it out and hit it quickly again) and continue baking for a total of 20 min.