Correct Diode for Red Llama?

[csmatt45]

I've seen 1001, 1004 (2n). Does anyone know for sure. Are you around Mr. Huge?

I've built this with a socket and have a 1001 in. It's a very unique sounding circuit, very "spongy" in a good way. Sort of gave my old fender a VOX vibe, but unlike anyother OD. I'm just wondering what the "true" sound is. I just built it on a whim, and have nothing to compare it to. Any adjecictive-filled description from you folks who've built it is welcome.

thanks!

Matt

[TELEFUNKON]

make that (1n....);

use any diode - this component,
and the large electrolytic cap
are the only 2 parts that won`t change the sound
when other values/types are used.

[Mark Hammer]

The diode is not part of the audio circuitry.  IT is simply there to make sure you don't fry anything with a battery.  Just about any silicon diode will probably work.

[Stephen]

I have built many of these....My friends and people on e-bay that I sold one to love it!!! It is really an..... Anderson Tube Sound....circuit...Been out there a while...The thing to do is make a fet-booster and add that on the front and play around with the pots and resistors in the feedback loop make the 1meg a 470K and change the pot to a 500K and add a 270k resistor in series, instead of a 100k...Confusing ..SORRY .. You really dont need all that gain with a booster in front...The HOT HARMONICS is cool trick too..Though you really only need two of the fets in the 4049..

Build many of these, everyone loves them... and the  Red Llama sells on e-bay for 500 smackers

These to me are the best sound for the least parts and the added booster in front is a real Hot Tube like distortion!!!!!!