Mojotone 5F1 - DIY Fender Champ Build

[@mypronounismaster4450]

I feel you with the wearing of the safety glasses. I put a pair on every time I flush the toilet.

[@shoetiquemusic]

It brings me great joy that you have introduced OSHA safety practices into your bathroom routine 🤣

[@andychase7693]

You said, "We're gonna wear safety glasses". Does that mean that I need to wear safety glasses when I watch this video? Myself, I'm afraid of a lot of things, but not everything. So maybe I could get away with wearing the safety glasses for just the parts that seem scary to me. Also, great headband, or is that a tie? You must know martial arts, or maybe you just know someone who does. Competent guitar playing. Good to know you spent the time to learn how to play a little, unlike so many KZbinrs. Thumbs up 👍on the set, the lighting, and overall production values! Looks like you did a pretty nice job on the Mojotone kit, too. Pretty flowers and a nice color on the shirt.

[@shoetiquemusic]

Hi Andy, I'm actually wearing safety glasses right now since I generally feel unsafe anytime I am on the internet. I think a good compromise is to wear safety glasses sometimes and a protective cup at all times. The headband is not a tie. It's actually a ceremonial award I received for being top of my class at Dan's Big Time Karate. Dan operates his class out of the 'Forget N' Store' self storage solution in Worcester, Massachusetts. His classes are very intimate. I appreciate the kind words regarding my playing and set up. You managed to comment on all the areas I have been focusing on and it means a lot to have those efforts be noticed! Stay Saucy Friend!

[@prsman23]

Thanks for the testing procedure portion. Planning a 5f2a build and seeing the scary parts really helped.

[@shoetiquemusic]

Happy to help! Take your time and you'll do great. I'm tempted to do a Princeton build myself!

[@masterofreality230]

Awesome little build. I am just getting started with pedals, just ordered the Skeptical Buffer, its a copy of the 29 pedals Euna, cant wait to get it together.

[@shoetiquemusic]

Thanks MoR! I like the Euna - it has a nice and simple EQ section and all the benefits of a solid buffer. It's just way over priced for what it is. A DIY Euna is the way to go!

[@masterofreality230]

@@shoetiquemusic Yea, Pedal Pcb does not have the build doc out for it yet, so far I made a simple switch for my JHS Morning Glory v4 and a bit of pick up wiring, but I love pedals and I love saving money, I will make it work!

[@joellemaster998]

this is my 2nd video of yours,dig your style,intelligence,and humor,good job!

[@shoetiquemusic]

I appreciate it Joel! I'll try to keep the bar high!

[@mikewolfe9458]

Very cool, man. I’m considering doing a build in the next few months. I love me a good champ amp and these don’t look too bad to build. Thanks for sharing!

[@shoetiquemusic]

Hey Mike! These are pretty straight forward builds with great documentation! You won't regret it!

[@shoetiquemusic]

Erratum: 0:08 - It's a 5F1 not a F51 6:47 - I stated that the cathode bypass cap on V1 increases the gain of the 6V6, which it does not. It increases the gain of the 12AX7 (A or B sides) it is attached to. 7:46 - The chassis is made of 18 Gauge Cold-Rolled Steel w/ Chrome Plating not stainless steel 8:47 - While you can check the filaments one half at a time, it's easier to check the AC voltage across the 2 pins vs. pin to ground. You should also check the HV secondary AC voltage as well as the rectifier 5V secondary voltage.

[@Roy-xe9is]

Dude I thought you were going to be a douche but you are funny. I like your deadpan delivery.

[@shoetiquemusic]

Thanks Roy! I get that a lot!

[@hankd18]

Thank you...nicely done

[@shoetiquemusic]

My pleasure Hank!

[@MrAllmp3]

Nice amp, nice video

[@shoetiquemusic]

Thanks Gog!

[@Rebellovw]

Get all bougie - love it- I've seen this video twice - and each time i hear it - kills me. Were you in Rushmore? Great video!

[@shoetiquemusic]

Thanks Rebellovw! I'm glad you're enjoying it! I was neither in the film Rushmore nor have I visited the national memorial. I plan on watching the film there when I visit.

[@DieselWeazel]

I should probably look into building pedals first and work on my soldering skills.

[@shoetiquemusic]

That's a good place to start! Aion FX and BYOC (Build Your Own Clone) have kits available which include all the parts you need. That would let you focus on the build and your soldering skills instead of trying to find a bunch of parts. I would try one of those as a first project. Also, make sure you get a good soldering iron! It can make a big difference!

[@DieselWeazel]

@@shoetiquemusic thanks. I’ll check those out.

[@Pr4ctice]

Best amp review ever, i almost buy one just to get some electricity in between my hands*

[@shoetiquemusic]

Thanks Practice, you're a wild man! Make sure you keep an EMT on stand by!

[@will3352]

I want a 5E3 Deluxe as my bedroom practice amp.

[@shoetiquemusic]

More watts is more fun. Grab a kit and go for it!

[@andygribionkin733]

5E3 is only good for a band setting. Mine is real loud. I just built a Princeton and loving that one more because of the volume control. Both are Mojotone kits. Best sounding amps for sure!! I am thinking of this 5F1 one for home use.

[@will3352]

@@andygribionkin733 I was being sarcastic

[@stevenkysor9427]

Please use more sticks in your videos!

[@shoetiquemusic]

I am currently in the market for a fine Douglas Fir pointing stick. Please let me know if you have a guy.

[@billystack]

cool video...dig your presentation style. Please tell us about your Ceriatone!

[@shoetiquemusic]

Thanks Billy! The Ceriatone is by far my favorite thing I've ever built. I plan on putting out a video on the Ceriatone in April or May of '23!

[@shoetiquemusic]

The Ceriatone video is up! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXbYYiko52Il5Y

[@ladyjulia4038]

I too find turret boards sexually arousing haha

[@qua7771]

Have you giged out with it much?

[@shoetiquemusic]

A. R. - I haven't gigged with this one. I think it would work well if you were playing at a coffee shop, open mic or another small event. If you bring it into a bar or club its not going to keep up with the rest of the band. You might be able to get away with it if it's mic'd up and piped through your monitors but at that point your fate will be in your sound engineer's hands.

[@bassface84]

"...around 370 volts..." me: 💀☠ LOLOL...

[@shoetiquemusic]

You can do it bassface! Watch a couple videos about tube amp safety, practice your solder skills on guitar pedals and you’ll be there in no time!!

[@ernestschultz5065]

I agree, RCA jacks are garbage.

[@shoetiquemusic]

Ernest, you're alright in my book.