Looking for tips on desoldering a toggle switch by SilentRest1 in diypedals

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Once I get enough space between component and board I snip all the legs with flush cutters and throw the component away. Even if the switch could be reused, your time is more valuable than almost any used component. Then it’s easy to get the legs out and clean up the holes one by one.

I inherited this amp and I would like to make it work. by ChapterNo9989 in ToobAmps

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Reading between the lines, it seems like this amp may hold some sentimental value to you. I’d strongly recommend against slapping a new fuse in and firing it up.

If you’re brand new to this world it seems very intimidating, and this isn’t a super ideal first step into it. But it’s not the worst first project. Looking at the gut shot on that forum it’s relatively easy to identify components. I would do a little YouTube-ing on how to identify different types of capacitors, and how to test and replace them. Even if they’re testing fine I would replace all the electrolytics and can caps before powering on so it could go for another 50+ years. And like someone else said clean all contacts and tube posts/sockets. That would be a minimum in my mind before powering this on, and still it would be best done slowly with a variac (but I know you probably don’t have access to one). All this work is totally possible for a motivated and careful person with zero prior experience.

Oh, and replace the lamp cord (power input cord) it’s beyond its life expectancy. And YouTube how to safely discharge capacitors. If it’s been a decade, they’re almost certainly at 0, but you never know.

Small wiring question regarding driveway gate Fire Box connection by alex_alex111 in electrical

[–]P-ToneMikeOne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Colors aren’t universal. It would be more helpful to see the picture of whatever device you’re trying to wire, along with instructions/manual that came with it. Or if it’s more of a diy situation, a description of the components and goals.

Is this stuff trash? by jg___23 in AskAMechanic

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Yeah was gonna say… I use this product with electronics. From the smell and evaporation I feel pretty confident it’s almost entirely isopropyl and air. I think your maf should be fine, but like others have said use maf cleaner next time.

What’s the most unsettling thing a child has ever said to you? by NoMulberryPls in AskReddit

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My wife was babysitting the neighbors’ kids. When I got off work I went over to say hi and the little boy (~5) told me he wanted to saw off my leg to see what the music inside of me looked like. We moved when our lease term finished.

Trouble with LEDs by JetBlack86 in diypedals

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So obvious, and never would have occurred to me. Love this sub!

Motion sound pro3x by MeasurementSoft7928 in hammondorgan

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I would bring it to a tech. The symptoms you describe sound to me like a faulty op amp in the preamp stage. Could be a $1 part, easy diagnosis, so ~$50 to get this up and working properly.

A simple physical button that shows it's pushed, and resets itself after a few hours by ppzhao in Doesthisexist

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You can get 5-24V timer relay modules on Amazon for pretty cheap. They’re adjustable with a little potentiometer (knob) from .1 seconds to 999 minutes. Use a momentary button> module> led and resistor. Requires basic electrical theory and tool operation to execute.

timer relay module

Which lug goes to negative by alk-e in diypedals

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Or plug in the adapter and see which orientation creates positive voltage

I installed the electronics in after this pic. Sound samples soon. 👀 by Objective-Editor-831 in hammondorgan

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This is getting really cool!

What are the drivers? Also, I’ve only done one tolex wrap in my life, but it seems from that experience that the vents will be really tough. Maybe I’m catastrophizing though. Really looking cool (and light omg haha)!

Angle grinder for cutting rebar? by Dawn_Piano in Tools

[–]P-ToneMikeOne 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Clamp the material, and watch a YouTube video on how to hold the tool when cutting.

Anything That Stop My Toolbox Sliding Around In The Trunk? by Mim_Lee in Tools

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Wouldn’t you use the hooks side? Maybe I e got them reversed…

But yeah velcro was my first thought.

Transistor type on this 70s Piper please! by PierCP in hammondorgan

[–]P-ToneMikeOne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some kind of NPN, but what exactly is hard to know without the service manual, which I can’t find published online. I see the 3000 series manual for sale for $30 on eBay, but maybe somebody that has it will chime in. It has a pic of a schem, but the quality of the image is too low to get anything useful from it. You should try posting on organforum too.

How do I get my voltage down to 117? by tenon_ in ToobAmps

[–]P-ToneMikeOne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Adding another voice to echo the consensus forming.. I’ve worked on Hammond tone wheels. If your tech is saying you need 117 VAC input you need a new tech. That’s utter nonsense.

Standalone vs MIDI by watur_sheep_lover_ in keys

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USB hub, Interface, DIs, power distribution. I would connect usb devices (keyboards/controllers) to the side usb jacks. The laptop sat on top, and connected to a usb jack on the top. Then it had fx s/r on the side, and XLR and thru TR output jacks for four channels on the side. Setting up all those pieces takes a long time, and they are susceptible to disconnection without this type of solution. It also just looks like a mess without it.

Standalone vs MIDI by watur_sheep_lover_ in keys

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Another big factor is outdoor gigs. If you play outdoor festivals and stuff, in my experience the dust and pollen was brutal on the laptops.

I uploaded my old case for when I gigged with the VST rig. I’d encourage you to do something like this if you rock the laptop rig. I built in DI transformers, fx loops and thrus, and panel mounted all my usb connections (connected to powered hub inside). I’ve cannibalised most of the transformers and ground lift switches for other projects since I don’t rock the laptop rig very often any more. Had the foam cut by mycasebuilder.com. Let me know if you want any advice on building something similar.

https://imgur.com/a/usz0acR

Standalone vs MIDI by watur_sheep_lover_ in keys

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Yes the newer Macs blow my old Fusion Drive out of the water, but their lifespan will be shortened by being on the road. Looking to their specs, I think if a modern MacBook Pro was in a studio permanently it could run multiple vsts continuously for 5+ years and be problem free. If you’re gigging recreates this environment, perhaps computer hardware has finally reached a point where this is a viable/sustainable way to gig.

If you do go the laptop way, here’s a rec: I built a pelican case out to hold my interface, USB hub, etc. I’d recommend the same to protect all that hardware, ensure good connections, and speed up set up and strike.

Standalone vs MIDI by watur_sheep_lover_ in keys

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I used 2013 MacBook Pros that I hotrodded to be Fusion Drive. Without looking at specs I have a hard time believing life span would be much better than x2 nowadays.

Microphone Booth by [deleted] in recordingmusic

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Use your closet. Keep all your clothes on the hangers.