This one is my first FV-1 build. Also, first time using the relay bypass (1776 FX - Finish Line). Mounted the relay switch on the LED (tip from cooder, thanks!)
Really like this pedal, sounds great. Also love the soft touch relay, it's going to be my new jam for future builds.
Forgive my ignorance but what does a soft touch relay offer you the standard foot switch doesn't?
I like to build very much and I'm actually going to get that board soon so I'm considering doing the same thing
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The soft touch uses a momentary foot switch, they are a lot more reliable. The 3PDT had been the source of failure on a few of my builds, both initially and after using them for awhile. Also, the soft touch doesn't pop when you engage the effect.
Thx I'm going to have to get one of those to play with.
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Excellent build, very tidy! Dig the graphics, fits perfectly!
Glad the 1776 relay bypass works for you too, I can sing only high praise off it... I think it's worth the extra money and effort compared to the standard blue switch.
Quote from: cooder on October 11, 2018, 07:15:34 AM
Excellent build, very tidy! Dig the graphics, fits perfectly!
Glad the 1776 relay bypass works for you too, I can sing only high praise off it... I think it's worth the extra money and effort compared to the standard blue switch.
So, I'm over at 1776 looking at what to get. I see the board and micro controller. What switch and relay do I need? If you don't mind.
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Quote from: Ekimneets on October 11, 2018, 07:21:23 AM
Quote from: cooder on October 11, 2018, 07:15:34 AM
Excellent build, very tidy! Dig the graphics, fits perfectly!
Glad the 1776 relay bypass works for you too, I can sing only high praise off it... I think it's worth the extra money and effort compared to the standard blue switch.
So, I'm over at 1776 looking at what to get. I see the board and micro controller. What switch and relay do I need? If you don't mind.
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I personally use these relays:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/20pcs-TAKAMISAWA-5V-RELAY-2-form-C-DPDT-Mini-AL5WN-K/323373464700?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/20pcs-TAKAMISAWA-5V-RELAY-2-form-C-DPDT-Mini-AL5WN-K/323373464700?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
and tayda momentary footswitches:
https://www.taydaelectronics.com/spst-momentary-soft-touch-push-button-stomp-foots-pedal-switch.html (https://www.taydaelectronics.com/spst-momentary-soft-touch-push-button-stomp-foots-pedal-switch.html)
Thank you, your most generous with your time information. Need to read up on these any tips or tricks that you have found helpful? If I haven't exhausted my goodwill yet!
-Mike
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Quote from: cooder on October 11, 2018, 07:15:34 AM
Excellent build, very tidy! Dig the graphics, fits perfectly!
Glad the 1776 relay bypass works for you too, I can sing only high praise off it... I think it's worth the extra money and effort compared to the standard blue switch.
Thanks, cooder! I learned a lot from your build reports.
Quote from: Ekimneets on October 11, 2018, 07:21:23 AM
So, I'm over at 1776 looking at what to get. I see the board and micro controller. What switch and relay do I need? If you don't mind.
I used this relay:
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/kemet/ea2-5snj/?qs=rjnFDYRVT0pyNrkQASyvGA%3d%3d&countrycode=US¤cycode=USD
I also used the momentary switch from Tayda. Would be pretty easy to replace if it fails, so, worth the risk.
Quote from: Bio77 on October 11, 2018, 05:11:19 PM
Quote from: Ekimneets on October 11, 2018, 07:21:23 AM
So, I'm over at 1776 looking at what to get. I see the board and micro controller. What switch and relay do I need? If you don't mind.
I used this relay:
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/kemet/ea2-5snj/?qs=rjnFDYRVT0pyNrkQASyvGA%3d%3d&countrycode=US¤cycode=USD
I also used the momentary switch from Tayda. Would be pretty easy to replace if it fails, so, worth the risk.
Thanks I probably order more stuff from Mouser than any other place. So that makes it really easy to integrate into my ordering.
-Mike
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Nice build! Got one of those to finish as well. Are the graphics a decal? Looks great.
Have been contemplating relay bypass for a while too. I've got one of those clickless kits from Mammoth I bought to test a while back, but haven't taken the plunge yet.