Adventures in pedalboard building

[metropolis_4]

Here we go.

I started off with these two that I was using with my fm3. The Anniversary ODR is so much better than the standard one it’s ridiculous. I don’t know why they didn’t just make this the new standard. I usually prefer the ge-7 before as a boost. These two together get me about 90% of the drive tones I’ll ever need, but I’ll probably add at least one more flavor

Next I needed a board. I decided to buy one instead of doing the wood shelf thing so I’d get the handy carrying bag. This is that Vangoa one from Amazon. The power supply is so noisy it’s not usable, but it’s a fine board for now. The same size as a Pedaltrain Classic Jr.

I dug out an old Sweetfoot power supply I had in the bottom of a drawer. These things have always been bulletproof reliable for me. And as a bonus I found an old Korg tuner!

 

[metropolis_4]

Step 2 was to add a compressor. I’d forgotten how crazy squishy these real DynaComps are! But it’s a lot of fun. This setup here brought back lots and lots of memories. I can’t stop playing the old country songs!

I think next step will be some modulation…

 

[HomespunEffects]

How does the anniversary ODR differ from the standard one?

 

[metropolis_4]

How does the anniversary ODR differ from the standard one?

Aside from the bass knob (which is super useful) it’s a bit smoother. The normal one gets a bit of a fizzy thing that sounds more like “pedal overdrive”, while this one seems to sound more amp-like.

I didn’t like the standard one into a clean amp, but the Anniversary I love

 

[la szum]

I applaud all the space you yet have to fill on that board.

Any leanings? Big ass mechanical Spring Box, perhaps.

 

[HomespunEffects]

Aside from the bass knob (which is super useful) it’s a bit smoother. The normal one gets a bit of a fizzy thing that sounds more like “pedal overdrive”, while this one seems to sound more amp-like.

I didn’t like the standard one into a clean amp, but the Anniversary I love

Ah, I see, thanks. That’s probably the reason that i like the J. Rockett Blue Note over a plain tube screamer. The Fat control is where it’s at, man.

 

[HomespunEffects]

Do you have any issues with noise from your Dynacomp?

 

[metropolis_4]

I applaud all the space you yet have to fill on that board.

Any leanings? Big ass mechanical Spring Box, perhaps.

It’s very possible, that idea is definitely something I’m considering. I’m trying to keep this small/simple and right now I’m inclined to keep it all analog (minus tuner).

I was hoping to use the fm3 to fill some fx gaps, but I was getting a digital edge in the sound I didn’t like when I tried it. I’m a little spooked on digital right now

It’s fun, it’s like a big blank canvas!

 

[metropolis_4]

Do you have any issues with noise from your Dynacomp?

No, I haven’t noticed any noise issues with it

 

[HomespunEffects]

… I think next step will be some modulation…

Ok, hear me out:

 

[metropolis_4]

Ok, hear me out:
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You make some good points!

 

[Mongillo19]

Step 2 was to add a compressor. I’d forgotten how crazy squishy these real DynaComps are! But it’s a lot of fun. This setup here brought back lots and lots of memories. I can’t stop playing the old country songs!

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I think next step will be some modulation…

Are you going to slap the FM in there or keep it separate?

 

[metropolis_4]

Are you going to slap the FM in there or keep it separate?

I was going to put it in there, but I’m getting some digital edge to the sound that I don’t like when I add it

 

[HomespunEffects]

You make some good points!

My conversational prowess is impeccable.

 

[AFKAEjay(retired)]

Here we go.

I started off with these two that I was using with my fm3. The Anniversary ODR is so much better than the standard one it’s ridiculous. I don’t know why they didn’t just make this the new standard. I usually prefer the ge-7 before as a boost. These two together get me about 90% of the drive tones I’ll ever need, but I’ll probably add at least one more flavor

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Next I needed a board. I decided to buy one instead of doing the wood shelf thing so I’d get the handy carrying bag. This is that Vangoa one from Amazon. The power supply is so noisy it’s not usable, but it’s a fine board for now. The same size as a Pedaltrain Classic Jr.

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I dug out an old Sweetfoot power supply I had in the bottom of a drawer. These things have always been bulletproof reliable for me. And as a bonus I found an old Korg tuner!

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Eq pedal in front of a drive…not sexy,,,but you get a lot more out of 1 drive pedal.

 

[metropolis_4]

Eq pedal in front of a drive…not sexy,,,but you get a lot more out of 1 drive pedal.

A ge-7 has become my favorite boost pedal. I love being able to dial in which frequencies I want boosted/cut

 

[AFKAEjay(retired)]

A ge-7 has become my favorite boost pedal. I love being able to dial in which frequencies I want boosted/cut

Exactly! They’re great!
I use the JA Bloom (when i do analog), only 3 bands (downside), but you can switch in volume boost / EQ separately.
In the digital world i adjust eq blocks with scenes in a kitchen sink.
Same game..

 

[newpedals]

You can also try a phase 90/ 95/ DOD Phasor. 1 knob goodness.

 

[newpedals]

The Nordland people have developed variants of ODR with added features.

You can find them on their website. Here is a link to a person comparing their popular models:

Nordland Electronics 30th Anniversary ODR-C is the Greatest Evolution Yet of the Venerable ODR Circuit

Introduction to Norfland Electronics 30th Anniversary White & Gold edition of the ODR-C Overdrive

www.guitarpedalx.com

One of the models has a compression control of sorts.

 

[newpedals]

Ok, hear me out:
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Or you can buy a TC clone of it, to test out the sounds first: