Synthorexia #15 : Soldering Repair trick for Padawans / 'How to desolder'

[@zeusdeux]

That desoldering tip there just changed my life! Thank you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@PnPModular]

The most scary part of this process is taking an Elektron product a part!! I would terrified about slipping with a screwdriver or breaking something.. great video!!!

[@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan]

Yeah I can agree with you this pieces are very delicate...but like everything once you understand them it gets easier 🤗. Thank you so much, I'm glad you liked the video ❤

[@Bloodysambre]

Cool ! Where can i find the track trigs encoder ? I only found the rotative one ...

[@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan]

You can reach out to support and buying them from Elektron. . The cost is like 3-4$ per part + shipping. It is expensive for manufacturing but for a one-time service it's an ok price. You can't buy those anywhere else because they're not a fit and form from other manufacturers. So, they have to be those specifically. I hope this helped, may the force be with you!

[@DochertyStephen]

Hi. I'm trying to replace the screen on my Mk1 with a fancy new one, but I'm new to soldering, and I understand the soldering/desoldering process, but I do have a question, on the old and new screen board, there's little white plastic things at each corner - how on earth do I get these off, and should I take them off before i desolder, or after - many thanks!

[@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan]

Hey! I’m sorry I just saw this now. Did you manage to get it fixed?

[@DochertyStephen]

Hi, and thanks for the reply. I got the new screen installed, but it’s pretty dim. It’s an oled and I was presuming it would be a lot brighter. I managed to locate the dial that alters contrast, but the screen is still very dim. Can you suggest anything? All the best, Stephen.

[@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan]

Hey!! Oh I see! If I’m not wrong there must be a setting where you can set it up higher or lower. I’m not an Octa user but I can ask some friends. Would you be able to send me a photo? My insta is imyoungpadawan. Feel free to add me and I’ll do my best to help!

[@matejv2840]

hi where did you buy the button, please?

[@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan]

I bough them from them directly. You can reach out to their customer support and request the parts. They’re super nice, and very responsive.

[@drj5418]

@@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan how much do you pay for parts and delivery from Elektron ?

[@SynthorexiabyYoungPadawan]

@@drj5418 hi! This was a long time ago, I think I paid 20€ for everything. Each one it’s 4$ if I remember correctly.