Cascadia multi-fx unit

[Stomptown]

I finally got this one boxed up and threw it on the pedaltrain nano+ I got for Christmas this year!  This one has been in the works for quite some time.  The effects are op amp buffer (always on) > MXR Micro Amp > Long Block Overdrive (designed by Leevibe) > 2010 aquaboy.  I added a daughter board to the Long Block OD so I could implement the add on's that are available on Lee's  Big Block OD.  There are 6 clipping options, a warm/mid/fat switch and a smooth bite switch. So far I am digging the mosfet clippers with mid and smooth caps in the circuit but I need to put more time into it deciding on what to stick with. I had some issues with noise from the compander so I switched out C7 (C10 equivalent on the 2016 aquaboy) for a 470n as suggested by Brian in this thread:  http://www.madbeanpedals.com/forum/index.php?topic=24783.0
It worked like a charm. Thanks Brian! I also decided to run the Aquaboy at 15v via Road Rage so I had to up the value of R31 (R30 equivalent) to get the self oscillation calibrated.  Now it sounds great and I have to say, the Xvive chips sound REALLY nice IMO.  Arguably quieter/better sounding that the vintage MN3005s I've used, but maybe my ears are playing tricks on me.

[diablochris6]

That's slick! I bet that setup gets a lot of attention. Etch, knobs, layout...this has it all.

[mjg]

Wow!  That looks amazing.

[jimilee]

Fantastic job. I need to learn to etch.


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[Ralfg]

It's so clean I had to take a shower because I felt dirty looking at it.  Really nice work!

[m-Kresol]

this is clean beyond words. what puts it at the top really, is the fact that isn't ribbon wire.
what kind of wire is it btw? solid core/stranded? gauge?

[Stomptown]

this is clean beyond words. what puts it at the top really, is the fact that isn't ribbon wire.
what kind of wire is it btw? solid core/stranded? gauge?

I don't remember what brand it is but is 26 gauge solid core.  It's super easy to work with as long and you don't bend it back and forth too much.

[bluescage]

That looks fantastic!!

[Mich P]

Classy, as usual Jon,
Bravo !
Mich P.

[raulduke]

Awesome work dude.

Looks gorgeous!

Where did you get those knobs?

Gotta get me some!

[chordball]

Beautiful as always!

[bcalla]

The etch is amazing (+1 to Jimi's post), but I'm more impressed with how neat the guts are!   My last multi was a rat's nest.

[Boba7]

Impressive and very very cool looking. So beautiful, simple and perfect. Very inspiring. Haha Im just totally blown away actually.

[Philthy]

well played sir

[Stomptown]

Awesome work dude.

Looks gorgeous!

Where did you get those knobs?

Gotta get me some!

The knobs were embarrassingly expensive (hand made) but it was one of those situations where I couldn't stop thinking about it after finding them.  Here are the links to the manufacturer and the best priced distributor I found (they have free intl shipping on orders over $50 right now).

http://www.kilointernational.com/knobs/

https://www.arrow.com/en/products/search?q=kilo&filters=Manufacturer_name:Kilo%20International;

The easiest way to find the knobs on arrow's website is to enter the actual product codes from the Kilo website based on series, size, indicator, finish, etc.

Jon