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Started by Rattlehead, October 20, 2006, 05:43:59 PM

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Rattlehead

can someone please explain me whats the main differnce between audio taper,linear taper,and reverse potentiometers.
and what does each used for?

and,where can i find a 10k trim pot ?

one more question:
my next project will be this one:
http://aronnelson.com/gallery/album20/ORANGE_SQUEEZER

does it have control only on the volume?
it doesn't have a control on the compression? =/


tnx =)


The Tone God


Rattlehead

#2
tnx =)
anyone else?

and what potentiometer do i need to the compressor? linear or audio?

pedaltastic

Quote from: Rattlehead on October 20, 2006, 07:01:58 PM
tnx =)
anyone else?

and what potentiometer do i need to the compressor? linear or audio?

For volume normally you use log pots (same as audio). At least normally I think.

boogietube

10k trimmer-
Small Bear Electronics

More about pots:
"The Secret Life of Pots" article at
www.geofex.com
Just search it on the site.

Hope This helps!
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