709s

[9 volts]

I recently a few old 709s op amps (tin can with eight legs). Are these any good? I read it was a predecessor to the 741 (single op amp. Does anyone know the pinout? Thanks

[dxm1]

http://www.tech-systems-labs.com/datasheets/LM709.pdf

[asfastasdark]

Datasheet. OT, but: Awesome username! 

[Paul Perry (Frostwave)]

There is a gadget that uses a 709 - and ONLY a 709.
That's the "crackle box". http://www.eam.se/kraakdoos/

Not exactly an effect box, it's a box with contacts that you touch with your fingers to make strange noises.
A friend built one for his little girl - she often had a go on it. i recommend it.

[9 volts]

Thanks all,  I'll be making a "crackle box", what a cracker, the sound files sound like a bird-like thing. Ha