Ultimate Budget DIY Pedalboard (No Tools + IKEA shelf) - JT Guitar

[@mojorisen74]

I made one of these 7 years ago. Heavily gigged and it's still holding strong! $10.00 US!

[@jtguitartv]

That’s awesome! 🔥🔥🔥

[@LTK33]

This is perfect, I've been looking for a big budget board for months, cheers!

[@jtguitartv]

You're welcome! ;)

[@markusaurelius777]

Damn! That looks brilliant mate. Very nicely done sir !!! Cheers !!!

[@JohnPaulMusicUK]

Love this. Love the 'Gorm Ikea' pedal solution! If you want to be more creative and also not use Velcro, measure the pedals out and make some pencil marks either side on the wood, drill some holes in (before you prime and paint) and then you can use zip ties which don't ruin the pedals bottom side.. and believe me once ziptied up don't even move!

[@grishayampolsky]

there's a way how not to ruin your pedals' bottom using velcro just use a double-sided tape at the bottom of your stompbox and then stick your velcro to that tape instead of just sticking it the pedal itself

[@sTeVe-vl3nh]

I was shocked seeing Kmac coming up the stairs😮

[@stephaniejkaye]

A tip when using stick on velcro, heat it up first with a hairdryer so the glue is tacky, it sticks better and for longer. You can also buy a heavy duty velcro that doesn’t budge.

[@jtguitartv]

That’s a great tip!

[@RobertRoweMusic]

This is amazing. Just starting to get into effects (been a classical acoustic instrumentalist most my life), and starting to need something to manage the layout.

[@jtguitartv]

Glad I could help! :D

[@hearpalhere]

Haha, awesome stuff! It came out really great. I'm in the process of designing my own cheap board and this is one of the better inexpensive options I've seen so far.

[@jtguitartv]

Nice! And thank you. I did make one for my brother too and on his I put the velcro on the outside edge of each plank. It works much better. I also used door stops as feet. Happy building!

[@hearpalhere]

@@jtguitartv Cool, thanks for the additional information too!

[@Steve-nq8jc]

Superb, thanks man I shall be attempting this build very soon! Not all hero's wear capes and Y fronts on the outside.!

[@jtguitartv]

You're welcome. Enjoy! ;)

[@Steve-nq8jc]

@@jtguitartv on my build I've put a bit of wood in the middle for strength. For feet I've used some circular rubber bits that screw in and are adjustable.

[@jtguitartv]

Sounds awesome! May it serve you well! :D

[@Steve-nq8jc]

@@jtguitartv sharing ideas and adapting them is what its all about. Again thank you for thr awesomeness that is video. I had to build mine off of the 5 slat one as ive got a Morley wah and it wouldnt fit on the 3 slat one ☹️.

[@jtguitartv]

You're very welcome! And awesome, I've never tried a Morley wah. There's supposed to be great though!

[@ericchin79]

Well, you didn’t so much make one as repurposed ikea parts. Wonder if you could have added a wooden backer to angle it some. Over all, I am glad it worked for you! Thanks for sharing

[@jtguitartv]

Shortly afterwards I made one for my brother and I put larger rubber feet at the back and smaller ones at the front to give it the angle. I also stuck some handles on to make it easier to carry. I think handles are kind of what’s missing from pedaltrain boards too. 🤔

[@curtainpoles3120]

Didn't know ikea could be such a viable option, cheers for the info and nice quality video

[@jtguitartv]

Curtain Poles thanks and you're welcome. I wouldn't go on tour with it, I don't think. But for keeping your pedals in one place and the odd gig, it's great. :)

[@TheMrchickenman63]

00:00 A legend is born

[@LawGone1]

Bloody genius, brother. I will be making one of these. And selling my boss bc 60.

[@jtguitartv]

Awesome! I'd advise putting the velcro on the outside edges of each plank, as opposed to in the middle (as I did in the video). With the velcro on the outside edges, it's easier for smaller pedals to straddle the planks. Enjoy! ;)

[@hunterhays7650]

great video! a stain or oil finish would look great as well but i dig the black man 🤘🏼

[@jtguitartv]

Hunter Hays Thanks mate! Yeah, stain could look so sick! if you do one, tag me in it on Instagram so I can see! :D If you check the link to my little brother's (in the description), the way I did his Velcro works much better! ;)

[@belugasemmel]

I think the main flaw is mentioned at about 7:28: I'm not sure if these IKEA shelves really last when you actually STOMP on a stomp box... they're not that solid.

[@jtguitartv]

They're still going and I'm a heavy guy. If anything the flex is what has prevented them from breaking. The biggest flaw, in my opinion, is that I still have found a case that fits for a reasonable price. :)

[@derred723]

@@jtguitartv you could honestly just cut a block of wood to shape and screw it into the middle (on the back) for support if it needed it.

[@jtguitartv]

That would probably do the trick! :)

[@thisnamedosntmatter2u352]

You are an absolute genius.

[@jtguitartv]

Lol, if I were a genius I wouldn't have to build my own pedalboard. :P It's a great solution and I hope it helps though. ;)

[@thisnamedosntmatter2u352]

JT Guitar I’ve been researching pedalboards all day and this is what I’m going to try and do. All I saw was people crafting their own and I have absolutely little experience with wood working so I wouldn’t be able to do that. Thank you so much for the idea.

[@jtguitartv]

That's great! You're very welcome and enjoy! If you have instagram, feel free to tag me in your picture of it (@jtguitarist). I love seeing other peoples builds! :D

[@wme714]

This is amazing , thanks for doing budget friendly ideas . Thanks from Chattanooga TN

[@jtguitartv]

You're very welcome, buddy. I'm missing Chattanooga. I'll be sure to come back someday. :)

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Nice- any ideas for a pencil box sized DIY pedalboard for nano and micro/mini pedals?

[@jtguitartv]

You could saw this one down?

[@jtguitartv]

Ultimate Budget DIY Acoustic Panels, is now also up on the channel. :)

[@MatthewWieler]

I bought a pedal train named metro. It is nice aluminum. came with all of the velcro and zip ties. there is room for a power supply underneath too. costed me 120 cad. that can not fit into a bag. mine came with one

[@jtguitartv]

Matthew Wieler agreed, pedaltrain's are awesome. I want the Pedaltrain Classic 2! :D I'll get one when I'm finished buying pedals and ready to start gigging again.

[@MatthewWieler]

Yeah they are great for gigging.

[@rafaelaparicio9682]

It is a bit feeble as it is. There are better designed ones out there that involve more work. I did one myself. It's ok, took me a while, I made a frame for it so it's more solid it's made so it has two levels which has perks and drawbacks. I had fun doing it. Most importantly it was made to fit inside a big briefcase I had lying around with some cables. I don't even have all the pedals I want yet but I'll get there

[@ianmartin2924]

Actually logged in to like it. Nice.

[@jtguitartv]

+Ian Martin awww, thank you. :D

[@houston471]

Thank you. I always hated going to Ikea... Until now! :)

[@jtguitartv]

Haha! You need to take a Swedish friend to IKEA. It's the best having them translate all the furniture names!

[@houston471]

@@jtguitartv i will. Great channel, keep up the excellent work!

[@jtguitartv]

Thanks mate, plenty more to come..had a few issues with Covid but should get back to filming some more soon. ;)

[@houston471]

@@jtguitartv oh no, really sorry! Hope you make a full recovery. 👍👍💪💪💪

[@jtguitartv]

Thanks mate, we've been very lucky to have more than half our students switch to online lessons, so it could have been a lot worse. Having a rebrand and a press launch, so should be able to take things up a gear soon! ;)

[@dukeofpearl]

Very nice mate! Top brother. My bro would tell me to make my f****** own!!!

[@erikb.8758]

amazing tips, thanks! great idea with the Ikea shelf :-D if I find the time, I'll do one like this for me (only have 3 pedals - Wah, OD + Delay Mini) ... just wondering the best to carry/pack this while taking to gigs.

[@jtguitartv]

You're very welcome. I've yet to find anything ideal. I just stick in the boot of my car and haven't had any problems yet. :P I never really designed it with gigging in mind. More for the bedroom guitarist. :)

[@JohnnyBargeldBoom]

I Wish JT would return

[@robertobasp5767]

Amazing!

[@bumblesnowmonster]

Very cool! How about a case? I'd love to make one of these but how do you transport it? Good stuff!

[@jtguitartv]

+bumble yeti Thanks, :) Greg (my brother) and I just put it on the car seat, or in the boot (trunk). We don't need to fly with it them though.

[@bumblesnowmonster]

Hmm. What about the impacts and precipitation? I think that's where DYI pedalboards fall short. I love your idea and execution if you've got a home studio, etc. but taking it on the road is another matter. That's where the 'expense' in expensive pedalboards is. You're not just buying the board, you're buying the case - custom fitted to the board. Figure out a soft case for your board - that's not a heavy plywood box - my friend, and you've struck gold! Can't wait to see your idea. Cheers from PA, USA!

[@jtguitartv]

+bumble yeti yeah, this isn't for heavy gigging. If someone is doing a lot of gigging though, they should invest in a pedaltrain. If I were on tour, that's what I'd do. But for paying locally or just in my studio is fine as it is. I want a pedaltrain but wow I'm not gigging much it didn't make sense to spend £100+ on a pedal board, I'd rather spend that on pedals. So I'm not weird about a case. Also, you can just buy flight cases to fit, they're just not great value. :)

[@bumblesnowmonster]

Yessir, I agree. Hoping to stir your and your brothers creative juices to build a case. Lots of folks out there who don't just need a good, cheap board but a way to carry it. Most of us are poor up and coming musicians. I'm sure you guys could invent something fairly light and durable. 👍

[@jtguitartv]

+bumble yeti we'll give it some thought. ;)

[@Meandmythirdleg]

Very helpful, thanks man.

[@jtguitartv]

You're very welcome. Like I've said in the other comments, put the velcro on the outside edges of each plank, then small pedals can reach across more easily. ;)

[@micheleguitar]

Very nice!

[@jtguitartv]

micheleguitar Thanks, plenty more to come! :)

[@kaieisberg2435]

Very great idea and good job! :-)

[@jtguitartv]

+Kai Eisberg thankyou, I'm going to be making a two tier board soon, so keep an eye out for that. ;)

[@jameswright6112]

Great man to expensive patch cables make differences

[@jtguitartv]

+James Wright I don't know, I wouldn't have thought they make a huge difference to the sound. But practicality and perhaps reliability.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

what kind of case are you going to put it in?

[@jtguitartv]

+Doctor McFarland Studios I'm open to suggestions. You could bubble wrap it but for any kind of regular gigging it might be worth investing in something like a pedaltrain. Maybe IKEA have a box it will fit in. I haven't checked. :D

[@jeremyballance2641]

How has the IKEA pedal board held up? I'm wondering without a center support and was the board angle what you were looking for? Thanks for the great video!

[@jtguitartv]

Great, still using it. Because the wood is springy, and not brittle, it's surprisingly resilient. I would recommend screwing on rubber feet as the stick-on ones fell.off the other day. Glad you enjoyed it, I may do a follow-up video about some other changes. I'd put the velcro along the top and bottom of each plank and not in the middle. That way smaller pedals can reach more easily across the planks.

[@jeremyballance2641]

Thanks for responding so quickly...have a great one!

[@jtguitartv]

You're welcome and thank you for subscribing! We're inching ever closer to one thousand. I feel like things may accelerate a little from there. If you haven't already, feel free to check out our video on the Songbirds Guitar Museum. That place is pretty special and it's probably the video I'm most proud of since uploading this, my first video. :)

[@jeremyballance2641]

Awesome!

[@richlaherty5714]

Thanks dude, great video really helpful!!

[@jtguitartv]

No problem! :)

[@Ryanrobot99]

Awesome!

[@manuelvelazquez236]

Does the Velcro come with a patch for the pedals so they can stick or no?

[@jtguitartv]

+Manuel Velazquez yes, you attach the loop side of the strips (soft) to the board and the hook (hard) side to the underneath of the pedals. :)

[@lucaswarming487]

you look so much like rob chapman! Nice video by the way!

[@jtguitartv]

+Lucas Warming I hope you mean Ike rob Chapman as a 26 year old... :P Glad you like it. Ultimate Budget DIY Pedalboard 2 will be coming soon!! :D And DIY acoustic panels at the end of this week!

[@b.cguitarcovers2347]

Very nice! But you will have a problem clicking the back pedals, they need to be elevated so you dont step on the buttons in the first row

[@jtguitartv]

I stacked the feet up on the back, so the board is at an angle. No issue getting to the back pedals. However, I have now replaced this stick-on feet with door stoppers, so it's at a steeper angle, which feels better. :)

[@b.cguitarcovers2347]

JT Guitar cool man🤘

[@jtguitartv]

I've also added some handles to the top. I still use it every day. It's lasted really well. You can see recent pictures of it on my Instagram. :)

[@b.cguitarcovers2347]

JT Guitar yeah i need to make one too man 👍

[@jtguitartv]

Do it! BUT, run the velcro along the top and bottom edges of each plank, not in the middle. That way small pedals can reach the velcro more easily. I did that for the one I built afterwards for my brother. Again, pic on Instagram. Albeit hurried pretty deep down.

[@jameswright6112]

Could u use the other shelf and add it at a angle

[@jtguitartv]

+James Wright yeah, that would be a good idea. I just wanted to do it in a way so that kids could do it without any tools. :) I'm going to be doing a 2nd board soon though, which is going to be two tiers! That I'll use tools for. And make another video. ;)

[@sammywarren3070]

brilliant! 27 people are obviously drinking the "hateraid"

[@jtguitartv]

Thanks! ;)

[@nomandad2000]

Do you make a case or something to protect it with?

[@jtguitartv]

Nope, but pedals are pretty tough. I wouldn’t recommend having expensive pedals and putting them on a home made board. This is just a way of testing the waters and very cost effective. :)

[@Gojulee]

Good job

[@jtguitartv]

Lenny Pane Thanks ^^

[@henryd98]

Is yout brother the first bassist of Arctic Monkeys?

[@jtguitartv]

Lol, afraid not. He's only 20 so he'd have been about 6 when they started out. :P

[@shoegazer5451]

where can i find a bag that suit this shelf or the bigger one 77cm width * 47cm length ?

[@jtguitartv]

+Shady Shawky I don't think this ideal for gigging. I'll buy a pedaltrain as soon as I'm ready to start gigging again. This was so that I had somewhere to keep my pedals. I use it for local gigs and for practicing. I just put it on the seat of the car and try not to crash. :)

[@shoegazer5451]

yes it's suitable for gigging, i just want to protect my investment and find an easy way to carry it around in case of moving out or jam with friends, i was looking into keyboards cases but it's really hard to find a case with more than 47cm length!

[@jtguitartv]

+Shady Shawky I too looked for keyboard cases. I also haven't found anything quite right. I probably just wrap it up in bubble wrap for a long journey or move.

[@drwaynet.richards]

You've helped me tremendously

[@jtguitartv]

Wayne Richards, you're very welcome! If you check the link to my Instagram, you'll see I did the verlcro differently on my brother's pedalboard and it works even better! :) I might do a follow up video recommending that. :)

[@AnthonyZulieta]

Thanks a lot brother cheers!

[@jtguitartv]

You're welcome. I made a mistake though. Put the velcro on the outer edges of each plank, so there's a gap in the middle. That way, smaller pedals can reach across the planks more easily. ;)

[@kalmandavid3669]

Could you please tell the exact size of the board what you made here?

[@jtguitartv]

It's 77x28 cm.

[@kalmandavid3669]

@@jtguitartv Oh I see now, you haven't modified anything at all of that shelf! :D Just painted it and thats all...nice+ Thanks!

[@jtguitartv]

You're welcome. Don't forget to add feet. I actually would now recommend using door stops as feet. ;)

[@kalmandavid3669]

JT Guitar oh yeah? And why is that? :)

[@jtguitartv]

They're cheap and tougher than the stick on ones. :)

[@Aptmusicuk]

brilliant, made one its quality and made to fit, shown in My gear Video on my Channel

[@jtguitartv]

Oh awesome! Glad it works! :D

[@lucbos7516]

Perfect ))

[@peterstroughairart]

Cheers!

[@jameswright6112]

Hey again wil a big muff fit on this board

[@jtguitartv]

+James Wright yes, I'm pretty sure.

[@stephensshittysongs7005]

Rips in the chat for your ears every time he says the letter s.

[@alanthew6490]

No more Wilko 😢😢

[@jtguitartv]

Yeah, it’s quite the inconvenience!

[@robertmcintosh1601]

Hi JT, Can you or anybody recommend a bag for transport please? Thank you

[@jtguitartv]

+Robert mcintosh Hi Robert, I've been looking but I'm afraid I haven't found anything suitable. :/

[@MatthewWieler]

Good job I like it

[@jtguitartv]

Matthew Wieler thanks. :)

[@markMCela33]

Ok.

[@sunnystrathern3199]

Anyone know if this was the £5 or £8 shelf?

[@jtguitartv]

+Sunny Strathern hi, I'm Anyone. :P It was the smaller of the two Hejne shelves. And they come as a pair for £5 (I'm not 100% sure on the price anymore). :)

[@sunnystrathern3199]

Brilliant, thanks fella (they're still £5 btw)

[@jtguitartv]

+Sunny Strathern awesome, you're welcome!

[@SeiphersZone]

Fancy sending me your spare Wah pedal? :D

[@jtguitartv]

Lol, I've decided to make use of the "spare pedals" by making a pedalboard for my students to use during lessons. :D That Snarling Dogs Wah is amazing though! I highly recommend it if you don't mind the weight. :P

[@SeiphersZone]

@@jtguitartv Worth an ask :) good way to put it to use and I've already been out to buy supplies to build this pedal board 👌👌👌

[@jtguitartv]

@@SeiphersZone awesome! Enjoy. Put the velcro on the outside edges of each strip though, not in the middle. That way nano pedals can still reach the the velcro across the gaps. ;)

[@SeiphersZone]

@@jtguitartv Thanks for the tip, will keep that in mind :)

[@chackporris893]

why to spend money in black spray ? ....just leave it on plain wood ! and save more money

[@jtguitartv]

Yep, absolutely one could do that. :) I just wanted something that looked professional. But you're right, it's no more functional.

[@chackporris893]

but plain wood looks professional too :P ...anyway thnx million for the tips!

[@jtguitartv]

Lol, plain would can definitely look professional, I don't think these £5 shelves wood does. :P You're very welcome. I've since made another and I'd suggest putting the velcro on the outside edge of each strip, rather than in the centre. That way, smaller pedals can reach across the planks more securely. I may do a follow-up video. :)

[@chackporris893]

looks awesome!

[@MoshiProductionbeapro]

WAT THE FUCK, I JUST FUCKING SPENT $200 bucks on my pedal train and now rhis is in my recommended list??? FUCK ME MAN

[@jtguitartv]

+Moshi Production don't worry, the pedal train is worth every penny. THIS is more like a temporary solution for while you'd rather spend money on pedals than the pedal board. :) I'm planning on buying a pedaltrain soon too. ;)

[@Mr.Steve-O]

B R I L L I A N T !!!

[@beanburrito59]

You da bomb.com

[@rockonileva]

hahahaha just dreaming about your spare pedals

[@jtguitartv]

+João Avelino they're mostly faulty :D

[@rockonileva]

well.. next week I'll get my first one, so I'm thinking about build a simple one for a small kit for it and another couple of pedals i'm looking for, just for starters. That's why I was looking for some budget options. Later I may build a more complete one... Here there isn't Ikea, but the shelf idea was great... I'll try to look for a similar option!

[@jtguitartv]

+João Avelino that sounds great. You can order the shelf online btw. :) I'm also thinking about making a more complicated one at some point.

[@rockonileva]

Interesting... When you decide to put it together, film it! I'm also thinking about another project, to build a booster pedal... those cost between $200 and $300 here, so I decided to build one, I sent the electronic scheme to a friend (who works with electronics), and I'm modeling the box with MDF and Stainless Steel (not sure if those are the best materials, but it's what is available to buy easily (if you have any suggestions, they're welcome ;) )

[@jtguitartv]

+João Avelino that sounds like a cool project! The EGX soul food is a great booster Paul though and not expensive. It's Actually one of my favourite pedals of all time! However, building your own will be such a cool experience and it might sound amazing! Best of luck with that. :D

[@surzhik69]

Абсолютно глупый перерасход места. Нормальный педалборд с питанием внизу будет в два раза меньше по площади. Дурачок.

[@jtguitartv]

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