Dr. Boogey Build Report and a few problems

[dano12]

Just finished (almost) the Dr. Boogey. First project where I etched my own board. I made it a bit too large and drilled holes that were too big but got it working. Because of the oversize board I had to use a larger case, but that gave me more room to do nice wiring. Full build report at: http://beavisaudio.com/Projects/BATG/







The circuit sounds really good, lots of gain on tap. I can see why it is highly recommended.

Two problems: the bass and mid controls have no effect on the circuit. I've double and triple checked my wiring--can anyone share some pointers on what to look for?

Thanks!
-dano

[Grocha]

Post a soundclip. In max gain..

[rockgardenlove]

Just gotta comment how great your name is.  "Big ass throbbing grinder,"...brilliant man.

[bancika]

Where do you get enclosures?

[markm]

Yeah,
I like that enclosure. Maybe a bit smaller would be nice also.
Great wiring BTW.
    MM

[powerplayj]

I'd be willing to bet that since you changed the order of your pots (most people would) on your layout compared to the default layout, you may have switched up a wire (or possibly mixed up pot values).  Your layout is so damn neat that it should not take long to track down the problem if it is as simple as a wirng mistake.

I like the enclosure as well.  It would be great for a big board like a vibe or a dual circuit with two or more foot switches. 

[Connoisseur of Distortion]

funny thing you should mention the mid and bass pots... on my recent rebuild of the little dr, i was reminded that their effect on the tone was very much underwhelming. i was curious about this, but not so much as to ask why...

[MartyMart]

Nice lookin' build man !!
I'm sure there is just a simple "wire-up" mistake.
I made my Dr Boogey a "three knobber" by just using a tweaked BM tone stack
Works very well IMHO

MM.

[Bucksears]

On my build, I've noticed that the treble control goes from pretty much ZERO to boost; i.e. it doesn't cut the treble. The mid control cuts/boosts treble also. The bass is a little subtle too. I'll check back over my wiring at the board and confirm.
It's still a kickass unit, it's just more trebley than before.
As far as noise goes, it's not that bad at all; no hissing/whining, but mine is in a pedal chain with a few other units.
- Buck

[dano12]

Where do you get enclosures?

That particular box was from: http://www.action-electronics.com/lmkb.htm

[dano12]

Thanks for the ideas and compliments. I'll revisit the tone stack/pot wiring tonight just to see if the problem is on my end.

[Paul Marossy]

I'll revisit the tone stack/pot wiring tonight just to see if the problem is on my end.

Must be because those controls work for me...