21.11.10

MONA LISA OVERDRIVE LAYOUT

i was asked to post a layout for the MLOD, so here it is.  enjoy!  i tried this circuit out with 2n5457, j201, and j309 fets.  they all work fine..  the Q2 position is where most of the magic is.  try different transistors for different tones.  i enjoyed a 2n5210 with an Hfe of 250-300 there, myself.  it had nice midrange content without sounding muddy.  the images are at 600 dpi, a current limiting resistor for the LED has been added, and the gain pot can go up to 10k  that's all you have.  this circuit is a great sounding boost/light OD/ line driver/buffer. i hope you dig it!

take it easy!

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4.11.10

GREEN BOMB FUZZ AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

i've decided to sell a limited number of Green Bomb fuzzes to anyone who wants to purchase one.  each box will be a bit different, built old school style on tagboard, tuned by ear with whatever high quality components i choose to use at the time and true bypass.  if you are interested, you can get ahold of me at apocalypseaudio(at)gmail.com.  the price will be $150 each.

thanks!

abe.

AQUATAUR FUZZ RIDE

fsb forumite, helmut shows off his version of the GREEN BOMB called the FUZZ RIDE on his website http://aquataur.at.tf/.  he did a great write up, showing his additions to the basic GB circuit.  helmut added in and output buffers, as well as a sag switch for other tonal possibilities.  there are some nice soundclips uploaded there as well.  make sure to check out helmut's other articles- they are all great reads.  thanks, helmut!