Is this correct? Adding a jfet boost

Started by Kristopher, August 29, 2017, 11:01:44 AM

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Kristopher

I'm adding a jfet boost to an Octave Multiplexer xo.
Does this sketch look correct?



antonis

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Rewire the 3PDT switch or you'll get a PS short-circuit when switch is in upper position.. :icon_wink:

If you want the boost after the effect, connect PCB OUT to Boost IN & Boost OUT to Jack OUT..
(other INs & OUTs as normal..)

Connect Boost +9V to any convenient point but not through 3PDT switch..
(it will be activated by stereo input jack w plug in..)

"I'm getting older while being taught all the time" Solon the Athenian..
"I don't mind  being taught all the time but I do mind a lot getting old" Antonis the Thessalonian..

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antonis

Quote from: GibsonGM on August 29, 2017, 06:06:40 PM
What about a Mosfet boost?
I give up, Sir...!!!  :icon_cry:

(can't fight your incurable bout...)  :icon_razz:
"I'm getting older while being taught all the time" Solon the Athenian..
"I don't mind  being taught all the time but I do mind a lot getting old" Antonis the Thessalonian..

nonoxxx

if you are already adding an  3pdt switch why not
adding  2 ?

like on this layout

On your drawing the 9v is connected directly to the ground in the 'up' position

antonis

I believe Kristopher wants to modify the already excisting 3PDT switch with permanently placing the Booster on effect's output... 
"I'm getting older while being taught all the time" Solon the Athenian..
"I don't mind  being taught all the time but I do mind a lot getting old" Antonis the Thessalonian..

Kristopher

A big thank you to Antonis!
You pointed me in the right direction. Literally.
I was looking at the switch backwards. In's were out's type thing.

I never wanted a separate switch for the boost; just unity volume when engaging the pedal. The Multiplexer has a volume drop which makes it unusable when live.

The. Jfet boost is supposed to be a clean boost. But it has a little bit of grit, which i can live with. I may pop in a LPB-1 later on,  we'll see.  The  jfet schematic I found online, in a buffer boost build lesson at Seymour duncan and/or Tonefiend. I plan to set the trim pot at unity (or a touch above) and enjoy.

Again, a big thank you.