Build A Guitar Pedal In 10 Mins - (Dirt & Optional Boost)

In this Build A Guitar Pedal in 10 Mins we will be assembling a simple dirt / od effect.
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Electro Distortion Boost Modification: For instructions on how to add the optional boost mod watch my pervious video: • 10 min Dirt Pedal - Op...

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Dont forget to check out my 10 min dirt and boost kit, thanks for supporting my channel and store! www.diyguitarpedals.com.au/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=35

[@robbymarcu5415]

Hello.. i just made the same circuit with all the components that you made. Mine just don.t want to work and i don.t know why.. just a little bit of help i want Thanks

[@1filipos]

if i want to put in the circuit gain and level potentiometer???????

[@sarisarientertainment7721]

I still remember this vlogger when I was quite young and dreamed of having an electric guitar and pedals, I imitate what he does but I don't follow the parts themselves because I don't have enough knowledge of electronics. Now that I'm 24 years old, I already know something and I have my own electric guitar, I don't even have a guitar pedal or guitar amplifier, I came back to this vlogger now because I know he can be used to make my own guitar pedal, thanks for your videos 😍

[@eyetalic]

Great demo. I did some playing with electronics when I was a kid, but forgot a lot. This demo reminded me of things that will really help now that I want to pursue it as a hobby again. Thanks!

[@michaelsarmeinto8742]

Hi! this dirt pedal actually works, I put it inside my guitar as a built in pedal, and I add a modiffication on your diagram. I put an 50k potentiomometer between 3.3k ohm resistor (that connects to the battery) and into the circuit. I got it like an expression pedal, when i on the pedal and the pot is into the zero i just got a clean boosted cignal, and when i add up to 5 it gets a little dirty, and when it goes to ten i got the distorted cignal. by the way thanks body

[@ObscureArts80]

Your videos are what FINALLY got me over the hump to build something besides a Black Ice! Thanks a ton! Could you please post a video detailing your "workshop" setup and organization? I'm trying to get my little workspace organized and I'm curious to see how you do it; some tips, and what to avoid. Thanks again!

[@cassvirgillo3395]

Hi DIY Pedals, Ah yes, the birds nest style works good for minimal component builds, saves on perf board, and, is a quick way to prototype a circuit. I look forward to making quite a few of your pedal projects. Thankyou for sharing your knowledge and experience. I'll go to your site and price PCB kits, etc.. Good job. Be good, C.

[@travishaynes1180]

Thanks so much for the demonstration videos. I salvage all of my parts and rarely have breadboard/eyelet board/pcb so , I find them immensely helpful.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Thanks! Yep exactly. Just make sure you add the output pot, otherwise you will get maximum boost when the effect is engaged.

[@ITCXTC]

I've zipped up a 1000 little circuits in my time but it never occurred to me to use Ticky Tack to hold the components! Great idea. Never too old to learn something new! Thanks!

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

As I'm not an electronics engineer, for me, it comes from A LOT of experimenting, building, modding etc. Designing circuits is not easy. I'm a hobbyist. I can hack / swap / mod but not design. I have a full time job already :D

[@MinNyeAccount]

Hey the sticking the components in clay is BRILLIANT !!!!!! :D

[@TheThumpJunkies]

I'll probably build this. Every one of your circuits I've built has worked perfectly and was easy to modify. Some of the other circuits I've found on the web have, "Worked, kind of."

[@pianobar1353]

Could you please make a video of wiring the jacks and the 9V of this circle?

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Thanks Shannon! Oh, theres always more :D

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

You know how many times I've said in34a? Maybe I should do a giveaway. "how many times have I said in34a". It would be like guess the number of jellybeans in a jar.

[@mykneeshurt8393]

The input / output / power connections would be great to see. That said, this was a neat video and really helps get an understanding of circuits

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

An advanced build for those who are keen to knock it up a notch (bam!) might be a good idea. Ill have a think about that para, cheers!

[@td7456]

Enjoyed the build! Thanks! Appreciate your time & efforts!

[@sam_uelson]

Theoretically, a transistor performs the same function as a tube, so you could theoretically use a tube for this?

[@antoniomarcello9872]

you could but its a lot trickier to bias and utilize. You GENERALLY need High voltage for a tube.

[@HazeAnderson]

Sure! Just add a 50V battery! 😂⚡😬⚡

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Double your max voltage. for 9v supply 25v and up is good. 16v is cutting it fine.

[@wreckoningday]

I'm still looking for goatgods incredible tutorial on soldering and building a full pedal housed in an enclosure w a 3PDT stomp switch and led.... that should be fun to sit thru. Thanks for the vid Chromesphere they've really been bringing my frustrating hacks into actual builds! But then I watch ur videos to learn not to critique.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

there's a big difference between being a critique and being a smarta$$. And if he is a critique, hes not a very good one...from what i can see, no one seems to agree if with skewed perspective. Thanks man! Stick with it, you will get better and better.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Drummer jokes! Reminds me of the band days :D

[@PlaneCrashClub]

i did do the dead easy dirt. very nice sound!

[@PabloPazosGutierrez]

it would be nice to actually connect it and hear the output.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

+Pablo Pazos Hey Pablo, check out this separate sound demo of the video. Cheers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ2tZWijYs2pY7s

[@danevertt3210]

Your a real jerk Pablo

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

No problem! Hope you get a work electra!

[@ZakuBlk]

i really love your channel man, could you show how to make a looper pedal

[@parabot2]

Sounds Cool thanx for taking that under consideration , rock on mate

[@MrAntsrules]

i feel warm and fuzzy thanks

[@parabot2]

Any chance you can do a Silicon Fuzz face bc 108 or 109 , would love to see how you go about doing a bit bigger build . And how you go about working out the best transistors and bias using a multi meter . Thanx for all your efforts your channel is fantastic

[@soulkiss5853]

Its my favorite, i built it to on board in my guitar

[@shannonguitar]

I dig your videos mate.. Look forward to more!

[@armyspec07]

these are freaking awesome.....where do you get you schematics? I would love to compile sort of a notebook of them to keep as reference on how to build and assemble

[@paarthpandya4859]

How can we add a regulator for level of distortion in the cjrcuit

[@andress_herm.7996]

IF YOU WANT BRO

[@foxfuzzbox1541]

I'm looking for a sound that's like a fuzz/distortion, but without the harsh buzzing sound, -so all the sustain/sensitivity, the rich overtones, and the interference or growl when two or more notes are played together. But without that ennervating, clipping, angle grinder-ish sound. David Gilmore from Pink Floyd gets that sound right sometimes (e.g. on Wish you were here and The wall). Here is an example from a Norwegian guitar god, -especially towards the end: Øystein Sunde - Fenderslåtten Would making a device that could do that be possible to do as a DIY project? I know he used a 1964 Stratocaster, two different limiters (Tandberg -11 and an Egil Andersen -limiter, probably home made), Vox fuzz and wah-wah to a Vox AC 30 top boost amp. Also, would it be possible to make a little guitar amp with a strong pre-amp fed into one EL84 power tube and reduce the volume back to a pre-amp level after the EL 84 has been taken to its max or near max level, for that exquisite overdrive that can only be achieved with a power stage tube? (Yes, I know it may sound absurd, but such is the passion of the quest for the ideal sound). So- 1. preamp => 2.power amp => 3.reduce back to pre-amp level? Or would a simple, regular potentiometer burn up when fed a 5-6 watt signal? I would be ecstatic if you know the answers to these admittedly unusual questions, but you seem to be good at these things, so I had to ask. Best regards, F.F.

[@violeman]

Awesome Job & Quick layout !!! How exactly do you calculate what you will need for resistors & Caps? Thanks 4 Sharing Bud !! U The Man !! DEv

[@100roberthenry]

one...n34a :) lol....keep up the good work man, looking forward to your reverb vids... chers man rob.

[@FergusVids]

What difference does it make to the signal if you use different resistors/capacitors/transistors? would you be able to build different pedals with different values for the components?

[@austinleehead]

hi, I made this pedal but couldn't get all the same values, I used a BC547c, instead of the 680 resistor I used 740 and I used 0.1uf monores caps. I got very little distortion. have I changed too much or just done it wrong? any help would be apreciated.

[@georgehill6098]

Two questions: If I have to substitute parts, what NEEDS to stay the same in order for the pedal to function, and where would I attach a gain pot?

[@TravisHaynes-z1s]

Can you recommend any substitutes for more low end crunch? Or MXR fullbore metal sound

[@foxfuzzbox1541]

This is great! BUT! It would be a good idea to give a little sound demonstration. Do they all run on 9 volts?

[@foxfuzzbox1541]

A final diagram with a list of components would also be helpful. For those who'd like to build this into their guitar, it might also be a good idea to have a pre- and post-potentiometer to attune it before it's built into the instrument. But by alll means, -my personal blessings to you for taking the trouble to put out these videos.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Thanks! The sound demo is in the optional modification video. The list of components and schematic are on my webstore (link in description).

[@foxfuzzbox1541]

Oops! I almost missed that one. Thanks for your reply!

[@PaulTheSkeptic]

Fancy meeting you here. Do you build these?

[@anthonym8296]

What are the differences between transistors, like tone wise. There seems to be tons of types but I don't know which one to get.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

yep

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

I test them before I shoot the video and check for errors as I go. Nothing more annoying then buying parts / assembling a circuit and thing doesn't work :D

[@LuciFernato]

How should i wire the in and output if i were to use it with a push/pull pot inside the guitar?

[@parabot2]

Would that be a Rangemaster ? Maybe the fuzz face could be done in parts over a week . Thought it would be good to move to a slightly bigger build .

[@PaulTheSkeptic]

Ok, so how do you do the boost mod? I think you said something about it but I didn't quite get it. You need a 3 position switch? Thanks, I appreciate your help.

[@RyanJCherry]

How would you wire in a volume pot and the footswitch without any boost, just the dirt pedal

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Unfortunately circuits like that are too complicated. it would be a build a pedal in 30 mins video :D Those are best for breadboard / vero / pcb imo. I have one possible germanium based 10 min pedal idea. 1 guess what that would be :)

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

search my channel for my offboard wiring tutorial (true bypass wiring). For the volume pot, make the connections as per original schematic, and add the volume pot on the output. Not sure how loud your output will be with the clipping diodes in there though.

[@thaironynarazaki8120]

Can you teach how adicionate one control of gain? I mean one potenciometer for this finality...

[@Victorbrotto]

Thanks a lot for the video. But you should do this with a Foot Switch. This way I cannot turn it on and off right?

[@CJ-rf9jm]

a footswitch isn't difficult to add. a straightforward spst footswitch connected between +9V and the rest of the circuit will do that.

[@graphicscvids]

hey man love your videos!if i left out the diodes it would just be a boost right? i know if you build in the switch it will work but what if i just drop them all together?

[@jollynery]

Hi! can you pls show us how to build an overdrive petal with distortion. tanx

[@AreJaySmith]

i had a question i was hopping you could answer. I'm building a reverb pedal or trying anyway but on the list of capacitors i need to get it doesn't say what voltage to use.

[@danyis3042]

it worked

[@moguita123]

I know that I'm a dummy here with this stuff so I will ask you to wire these type things up IN the pedal box with the inputs & out puts all hooked up & soldered up please, that way I can actually SEE where everything goes... :)

[@Stratomacaster]

Aren't too savvy with electronics? Oh c'mon now, we may not all be engineers, but we're certainly not drummers. :-)

[@johnnyb8618]

if i want to put a potentiometre what kind of potentiometre i should????

[@danielallan5058]

I used a 100k linear pot,..to actually add the pot,attach the borad output wire to tab 3 on the pot then solder a wire from tab 2 (this is now your output),tab 1 on the pot needs to go to ground!.

[@DaftSmurf]

Some alternative to that 1N34A? I only found it at 3€ or more, and I'm afraid I can't find it in phyiscal store. For example f I use two 1N4007 (like the other guy in the comments), should there it be any problem? Thanks for the video.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

+DaftSmurf Any diode will work, even a 1n4148 silicon diode you can pick up for 5 cents. They will all sound different (slightly) and effect the output level depending on the forward voltage drop of the diode. Bat41 is another alternative, or any germanium diode really like a D9B or D9E (i have them in my webstore for 25c-35c each).

[@badfender223]

+DaftSmurf The other guys are right - any diode will probably work, but the 1N34 is a Germanium instead of Silicon - which means it responds to much smaller signals and is more sensitive (giving a more organic overdrive). Look around in junk shops and trash piles for broken solid state radios. The original use for the IN34 and it's Germanium counterparts was as a detector diode in radio receivers, so you'll likely run into a couple in some discarded devices - old radios also make good organ donors for things like battery snaps and small speakers. I have several plastic bins full of junk that come in handy when I don't want to sink a lot of money into an effect I'm building, but you'll need to test the components to make sure they're good - a diode should read low ohms in one direction and high ohms in the other. The beauty of custom building is to accept that every now and then something you build will be a complete disaster and it won't work. :)

[@andrewjaster39]

Keep in mind that LEDs are diodes too. Sometimes you can even swap out a 1n4148 for a plain old LED.

[@scottansell1567]

what about a DPDT stompswitch to add bypass?

[@MrPacman64]

So it might just be me, but in america we pronounce it sotter, is it really pronounced solder everywhere else?

[@rexhelley1828]

Yup, You guys are weird this time!

[@theriffdjenerator2213]

yeah you do in Amercia but it's wrong. It's called solder.

[@luhtathefinn3036]

It's a silent L...like sodder.....who cares mate....i didn't even notice ....geeezzz

[@34_motiongraphics]

hey mate. I tried to build this one using exactly the components you suggested and... yes it sounds dirty but... the volume of the dirt without boost is very low, about less than half of the normal volume... is it normal or did I do something wrong?

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Stefano Pulici Hey stefano. The 10 min d+b's i have built have had a slightly higher volume then unity in dirt mode and about 2x 3x times in boost mode. You could try changing the diodes, or removing one from the switch, you will get less dirt but more volume output.

[@34_motiongraphics]

DIY Guitar Pedals mmmh perhaps I did something wrong. I tried to solder components on a small universal pcb so maybe some of the components is not working. btw I'll try what u suggest because since I used the same components as you I should get similar results, but my volume is very low. you say to remove a diode, do you mean that if I add other diodes I should get more and more dirt? thanks! :)

[@arnavjain7564]

+DIY Guitar Pedals can i use a 2N3906 instead of a 2N3904 as i got them by mistake. Or any otger substitue for 2N3904

[@andrewjaster39]

Nope one is PNP and the other is NPN. You can however substitute 2n3904 with PN100, BC549C, or 2N222A, all which are very common.

[@DaftSmurf]

Hi again. Finally tried to do the assembly and kinda failed. When I plug it all, I can listen the guitar a bit but there is a big permanent noise. I think it has something to do with the grounds. Here's three photos of the assembly I made ( imgur dot com/a/62G4k ) 1st: general assembly, 2nd: close-up input, 3d: close-up output+ground It was my first time soldering and all that shit, did I screw it up or there's something wrong? Any help would be great. And really really thanks for helping me:D

[@eduardojacques714]

I followed all the instructions of the schema, but did not work. The sound is clean and not dirt like you said. I used the components listed bellow: three resistors - 3.3 kOhms, 2.2 kOhms and 680 Ohms transistor 2N3906 two diodes 1N4007 two capacitors 1uf X 250v. Can you help me, i am trying to make this thing work about a month

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Eduardo Jacques 2.2kohms is your problem ;-) Supposed to be 2.2 Mohms

[@eduardojacques714]

DIY Guitar Pedals Only one resistor can cause this problem? I thought the diode was responsible for the distortion and not the resistor. The sound was lower than the amplifier in clean mode. Many doubt in my mind ...

[@eduardojacques714]

Eduardo Jacques I found out where I went wrong. The transistor was connected incorrectly. Works like a charm. Thanks a lot!!!!

[@ekaitza.a.4880]

DIY Guitar Pedals I have the same problem, buy I have all the resistances correctly (also the transistor, the capacitors and diodes). I don't know what is the problem, but the sound is totally clean...

[@eduardojacques714]

Ekaitz A. A. two things to consider :first - what kind of transistor are you using? second - if you connected the transitor incorrectly. He probably burned . See the datasheet of the transistor on the website " english.electronica-pt.com/components-cross-reference?ref=mpsa13 " to check the pinout ...

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Another victim :) Seriously though, thanks for the nice message I appreciate it! I have video in the upload queue about my tools (hand tools mainly), hopefully that will help a bit!

[@tannerg3714]

Where do i buy specific components?

[@ADENCO-PC]

Cool

[@johnnytheangel1]

is there an equivalent for a 1N34A or a Bat 41 or even 1N4001? I've tried 1N4148, 1N5711, nothing all I get is clean sound, I have photographed the screen so everything is as you have done but no dirt!!!, local store to where I am do not stock either of the diodes so it's either china oe some equiv :)

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Hi johnny. This effect should be distorted with pretty much any diode. Something with low forward voltage (0.6v) will sound more distorted with lower output volume. The 'dirt' is subtle though but you should check for errors all the same.

[@johnnytheangel1]

errors easy to check built same way as you on blu-tack, only difference is the capacitors same value but I'm using green caps, don't know if they'll make any difference (?) thnx

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

green caps wont make any difference. The dirt is subtle you may not be hearing it through your amp. Try putting a booster in front of it or any volume increasing pedal (overdrive etc) and hit it hard. Not a solution to your problem but this effect loves a strong signal on the input.

[@johnnytheangel1]

sounds like thats what I'm missing I'll wait til the neighbours go out, my work area is under the back patio and we are so close to each other, also I have some 1N34A on the way from china

[@FutureRefrence]

Do a passive distortion!

[@liviu201]

How do people come up with these circuits? How can I make my own, without having to look on the internet for schematics? I mention that this October I will start my first year in university and I will study electronics.

[@danielallan5058]

a lot of the basic Ideas are culled from existing schematics..some people might want a tonebender say but with the tonestack from a big muff,or they use the original schematic but swap filter capacitors for different values or change transistor types for modern equivalents that are easy to find...I think if you want to play around with a circuit you should get into etching your own pcbs,then use ic conecters to change components,also you can just use a breadboard with it if you want to add more complicated circuits to the original board (stuff like pre and post boosters,different tone stacks etc!...my advice would be to getting familiar with circuits like the fuzz face,tonbender and big muff..also treable boosters and work from there.

[@liviu201]

Daniel Allan Thanks man, great advice. I've been learning some theory and I'm beginning to understand this thing :D

[@danielallan5058]

+C Liviu I really did find etching my own pcbs and using ic connectors to socket components made things so much easier to play about with circuits,I have permanent test boards set up, one for a fuzz face another for a big muff etc so I can just change things to hear what's worth doing when I see a schematic I want to try (there's about 100 different variations of the big muff alone,so there's plenty to keep busy with :-).., i know some people just use breadboards but I think its much better to see everything on the pcb as it is and just replace things when you want to try a different cap,diode or transistor etc!. more importantly i think it's more of an enjoyable process then breadboarding.... anyway it's goid to hear your picking it up and enjoying it man,that's the main reason for having a go,plues it's not a bad feeling at the end when you know you've made a really cool sounding pedal :-)

[@GiovaniMoreiraG]

Hey man! Can I invert the directions of the diodes?

[@akpunxrockin]

can i wrap this in electrical tape n put it in the guitar

[@mikahb.s6546]

Hi, I really need a pedal and I'm not that good with electronics any tips? thanks

[@CrucialNoise]

+Mikah b.s Then buy one.

[@mikahb.s6546]

I cant afford it CrucialNoise

[@CrucialNoise]

Ok then, what so you have problems with when it comes to building the pedal? Have you tried asking your technology teacher at school for help?

[@danielallan5058]

what sort of pedal are you looking for??

[@mikahb.s6546]

Daniel Allan a 90s grunge style distortion

[@RyanJCherry]

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@cedrickdelacruz8228]

I have all the components right transistors, resistors, capacitors, and even tried a lot of diode but still its sounds like clean just like a bypass, anyone can help me pleaseeeee

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Check orientation of the diode and transistor, check values of components, check connectivity of the leads of the components etc. There is an error, if you used the same components as me and followed the tutorial correctly this effect will work.

[@cedrickdelacruz8228]

Thanks for the reply, i'm doing it in breadboard

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Yep you still want to check connectivity. Has to be an error somewhere, trust me, myself and many others have built this circuit hundreds of times. Hope you get it working!

[@neilbantugan]

what is an alternative to 2N5087?

[@andrewjaster39]

Try 2n3904, PN100, BC549C, or 2N222A. Keep in mind, the 2n5087 is a general purpose low noise high gain PNP transistor. So almost any general purpose PNP transistor should work, some will just be noisier than others. I guess you get what you pay for :)

[@michaelmanginsay9855]

Do you have a schematic diagram of a reverb?

[@andress_herm.7996]

THE REVERB AM VERY DIFISILES TO DO WHY HAS UNUSUAL CIRCUITS. Intenter I ALSO MAKE ONE BUT WHY COULD NOT FINDING THE SHITS NO

[@andress_herm.7996]

IS NOT SHITS ARE CIRCUITS

[@cassvirgillo3395]

Hi DIY GP, I just subbed and will be watching a lot of your videos. Checked you out in the past, then got really busy, glad to be back. I'm getting pretty good at electronics and these look to be rather simple builds. Check out Runoffgroove.com and build yourself a 1/2 watt Ruby guitar practice amp, clean your board of flux, score between the J-FET pins, and it will rock. I found stray voltage from the flux impaired performance, a little tip. It uses an MPF-102 J-FET and a LM386 Audio Op-Amp, pretty easy, bread board first then build on perf board. Cool channel, glad I found it again. Be good, C.

[@jacobbuxton932]

Please come out with another ten minute video.

[@Um0501]

Куда должен идти минус с кроны?

[@VincentVals]

What a grey holder u used ?

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Vladimir Degtiarjev its called blutack made by bostick.

[@VincentVals]

DIY Guitar Pedals Realy THX man =)

[@s60416]

just made one...it works but got a really loud noise XD

[@Electromechanic1993]

Can I use this pedal with bass guitar??

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Yep, just play around with the input and output caps (increasing there size will allow more bass from your guitar signal into the circuit). Cheers

[@Electromechanic1993]

Thanks.....and, can we use transistor bc547 548???

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

Not familiar with those, I would stick with NPN high gain darlington (mpsa's, mpsa13, mpsa18, etc)

[@goatgods]

The putty-assembled circuit was kind of cute, but for God's sake, at least give us sound advice on soldering. Each lead should be heated BEFORE the solder comes anywhere near. The solder should be applied to the leads, NOT the iron. Summary of heat transfer (iron --> leads ----> solder) The joints you are instructing us to make, are call "cold solder joints" because the leads were not heated properly. Instead, a blob of solder, metled by the iron, is just sitting on top. This means an unreliable electrical connection. These "cold joints" can be hard to troubleshoot because they look fine. The cold joint is also much more likely to pop loose, considering this if for a stomp box I'd say that's a real concern. And where were you going to house this? How were you going to isolate the hot leads from the chassis? Or let me guess, your chassis is also putty.

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

For someone doing there hardest to sound clever you really have missed the point of the video havent you?

[@goatgods]

chromespherecom The first word in the video title: BUILD. to me that means soldering. If we are talking about electronics. What are you talking about?

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

goatgods Please show me your video where you build a guitar pedal in 10 mins and explain the intricacies of soldering.

[@goatgods]

11-12 minute videos might allow for more instruction and less wanking

[@a1scooter1]

I've never built a guitar pedal. I've only soldered a couple of things in my life. I watched this video once, ordered my parts, and then watched it a second time. I then laid out all my parts and soldered them together, without referring back to the video one time. So, I guess chromespherecom did a good job in the video. Otherwise I would have botched it. If you can't follow these videos, you might need to look for a different hobby, or anything else to keep you occupied. Thanks chromespherecom, mine sounded really good. I hooked it up with a bypass switch (I guess that's what you call it), in front of a small amp circuit my neighbor built me in a cigar box. If the switch is one way, I get a clean sound, if it's the other way I get a dirt sound. I'm going to try to hook up a pot in a couple of days, so I can adjust the clipping? Is that correct? Would a 10k pot be okay for that?

[@arnavjain7564]

+DIY Guitar Pedals can i replace the 2N3904 with a 2N3906 as i got 2N3906 by mistake or any other substitue?

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

+Arnavpunit Jain Definitely cant use 2n3906 that's PNP not NPN. Other NPN's may work, perhaps do some research for "2n3904 substitute" someone would have already asked that question on the pedal forums no doubt. Cheers

[@andrewjaster39]

Try a PN100, BC549C, or 2N222A

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

It saddens me to think you only watch my videos for my cameras macro ability lol

[@ericguanzon7360]

dont you know how to use pcb

[@jlrespicio]

The hanging garden.

[@trafalgarsquare9019]

No funciona

[@tylerhackett3083]

For God's sake, man, get some protoboard!

[@shishKababGamers666]

When you notice that the website sent you a 33k resistor :'( now my circuit dosent work

[@DiyguitarpedalsAu]

effect should still work with 33k on the collector

[@100roberthenry]

lol...i won. ;)

[@paarthpandya4859]

How can we add a regulator for level of distortion in the cjrcuit

[@thaironynarazaki8120]

Can you teach how adicionate one control of gain? I mean one potenciometer for this finality...