What do all the parts do on a guitar pedal? Zendrive circuit experiment

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  • Опубліковано 12 кві 2020
  • In this video we have some nerdy fun going through the signal chain in the popular Hermida Audio Zendrive circuit, experimenting with each part to see what difference it makes to the sound. If you like these types of videos, please do two things:
    -Comment below with what pedal circuit you would like for me to do next like this
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  • @nilsmclellan868
    @nilsmclellan868 Рік тому +22

    I know I’m two years late and we aren’t in the pandemic anymore, but yes this is exactly the sort of content I like. I love the comparison between capacitors etc. I’d watch this all day long.

    • @adriatic.vineyards
      @adriatic.vineyards 3 місяці тому

      I miss quarantine 😢

    • @Jay-cp9kd
      @Jay-cp9kd 2 місяці тому

      @@adriatic.vineyards​​⁠really?? No way!! ha… Now, I’ll admit that the free time/ “adult snow day” vibe was definitely cute for about two weeks. However, I personally get a sour taste in my mouth when I see these lockdown videos, andI remember how violated I felt from the obvious government overreach

  • @oldtomthestoryteller6517
    @oldtomthestoryteller6517 4 роки тому +240

    Great Stuff, Brian.
    As I see it, you and Josh fill different niches. Josh is The Biggest Pedal Fan in the Universe, and gets us all charged up with his enthusiasm YES, I need fifty different Screamers in the same box .
    You on the other hand are the Bob Ross of electronics, "How about I put a diode here . . what kind of diode? Well . . you can't go wrong with a 4148, so how about we put a pair of happy little 4148s here for some soft clipping . .and maybe a 741 opAmp here . . .it's your pedal . . you can make it however you want..."

    • @wampler_pedals
      @wampler_pedals  4 роки тому +23

      hahahaha! 😂

    • @DrewMonge
      @DrewMonge 4 роки тому +7

      Best comment! 😅😅😅💯

    • @captaintony1227
      @captaintony1227 4 роки тому +4

      I couldn't have said it better .

    • @thomasr.5443
      @thomasr.5443 3 роки тому

      There is no wrong or right in here, just happy little accidents.

    • @thomasr.5443
      @thomasr.5443 3 роки тому +3

      Put the 1k through the holes, cut off the excess and just >>ha, ha

  • @homeboyjon4885
    @homeboyjon4885 3 роки тому +10

    I love the part when Brian says, “Us do-it-your-selfers.”

  • @Gonzo2707
    @Gonzo2707 4 роки тому +74

    Like? Yes.
    More? Please.
    Do I want my chorus to sound like Whitesnake? Nope, I want it to sound like Alex Lifeson.
    Good stuff.

    • @michaelcottle6270
      @michaelcottle6270 4 роки тому +2

      Dimension C. Instant Xanadu.

    • @Gonzo2707
      @Gonzo2707 4 роки тому +2

      Michael Cottle Yepp, the chorussy stuff on early Rush is easy enough, Dimension D or C or CE-1 plus a Mistress. „Show of Hands“-era albums are another kettle of fish. Haven‘t really found anything that can adequately mimick a TC 1210, and a „vintage“ 1210 is kinda expensive these days (1400€+ on Reverb).

    • @Gonzo2707
      @Gonzo2707 4 роки тому

      Thomas Jefferson Erm, nope. Alex‘s rig on the HYF tour at least contained no less than. 6! potential sources of Chorus - GK CPL preamp (built-in), Dimension D, TC 2290, two TC 1210s, and a Yamaha SPX90, all run through mixers. Usage info conflicts between AL himself and his guitar tech at the time, so it‘s difficult to tell for sure now,
      In any case, one unit for Chorus/Flanging isn‘t enough to cop his sound. My guess is that he used either the Dim D or one of the TC 1210 in spatial expand / doubler mode as the „baseline“ chorus, and added a 1210 set to a „chorussy flange“ for solos/lead parts, where the modulation thickens noticeably. The Dim D alone doesn‘t do the trick, and neither does a single 1210.
      ...l‘ve tried...

    • @Gonzo2707
      @Gonzo2707 4 роки тому

      @Thomas Jefferson Mate, chill, all the albums you name aren't SOH, and yes, a single Dim D is definitely NOT enough for neither AL's live nor studio sound modulation sounds. And yes, there is conficting info from AL himself and his back-then guitar tech from various 80s GW, GFTPM, GP and NME magazine articles on what he used on which track and to which effect.
      If it were as simple as "just get a Dimenson C or D", his SOH-era tone wouldn't be anywhere near as difficult to reproduce _closely_ as it is.

    • @godbyone
      @godbyone 3 роки тому

      Pcm 70

  • @mikebranda7585
    @mikebranda7585 4 роки тому +48

    Just bought a breadboard to learn more about pedal and amp circuits as a hobby. Definitely interested in this stuff, Brian. Thanks!

  • @daxliniere
    @daxliniere 4 роки тому

    Absolutely love this content! Hope we get some more of this! Thank you!!

  • @drayve8590
    @drayve8590 4 роки тому +1

    PLEASE MAKE MORE OF THIS TYPE OF VIDEOS, BRIAN!!??!?!? Me enjoys dem!

  • @erlannderrantem6972
    @erlannderrantem6972 4 роки тому

    Please do more like these! love this format!

  • @thramkammarat
    @thramkammarat 4 роки тому

    This was amazing. Please do much more of this!

  • @stonedronin123
    @stonedronin123 4 роки тому

    This is amazing! Thank you! Would love more of these!

  • @yowild9629
    @yowild9629 4 роки тому +15

    more of this please! Love this content.

  • @f.ludwig5370
    @f.ludwig5370 4 роки тому

    I love this format!

  • @kevinhellon4348
    @kevinhellon4348 4 роки тому

    Love this kind of video! Well done!

  • @awwwyeaboyeeee
    @awwwyeaboyeeee 4 роки тому

    I have been craving this kind of video for a long time. Thank you, Brian!

  • @ashwalker2395
    @ashwalker2395 4 роки тому

    This is awesome! Please keep them coming.

  • @donhearl
    @donhearl 4 роки тому

    Absolutely, I love this kind of thing. Thanks again for providing your knowledge and time to us!

  • @lubdar
    @lubdar 4 роки тому

    Love this type of stuff, keep up the great work!!

  • @onlineguitaracademy5667
    @onlineguitaracademy5667 4 роки тому

    Fantastic video. Thanks for doing these Brian!

  • @1upfx281
    @1upfx281 4 роки тому

    Loved this episode Brian and would really enjoy seeing more along this line, especially when it comes to fuzz. Thank you for the awesome content!

  • @williamthrasher8540
    @williamthrasher8540 4 роки тому

    I like this format keep them coming thanks

  • @FranciscoBIdo
    @FranciscoBIdo 4 роки тому

    Keep it up. Glad you're doing these! Thanks!

  • @davidbaines7330
    @davidbaines7330 4 роки тому

    Love this stuff. Please keep it coming. I appreciate all your content!

  • @hoytdotblohm
    @hoytdotblohm 4 роки тому

    I love this sort of thing, so much, I am just starting to design some pedals and this video along with the one you did on opamps is what I’m here for. Thank you for your content.

  • @guitarmixvids
    @guitarmixvids 4 роки тому

    Loved the video, Brian! Always great content! Keep it coming!

  • @neilmcnaughton9289
    @neilmcnaughton9289 4 роки тому

    Love it Brian. Thanks for the content as always. I have been really liking the last few circuit based videos. It properly brings the concepts to life and is inspiring me to dig out my old electronics gear and have a go. Stay safe

  • @tremelo68
    @tremelo68 4 роки тому

    This is a very great resource for understanding pedal circuits! Please do more. BTW, Love that guitar color/pickguard combo!

  • @richmackenzie7611
    @richmackenzie7611 2 роки тому

    This is amazing stuff, and incredibly useful/helpful. Thank you!!

  • @DalelCampbell
    @DalelCampbell 4 роки тому

    This is awesome! Please do more of them!

  • @NathanielAbernathy
    @NathanielAbernathy 4 роки тому

    These are the best. Helps to really understand how the parts interact with the signal. Thanks

  • @GavinAnderson1973
    @GavinAnderson1973 7 місяців тому

    This is so useful and insightful. Love this stuff! Thanks!

  • @brandonvaughan4236
    @brandonvaughan4236 4 роки тому

    This video ruled! Thanks for this and I'd love to see more.

  • @diskovolos
    @diskovolos 4 роки тому

    That was very informative and followed by a good practical demonstration ! I am definitively subscribing to that list !

  • @TheFrozenDesert
    @TheFrozenDesert 4 роки тому

    This was great Brian. The concepts are applicable to more than just pedals. Thank you for taking the time to do this.

  • @jeselawrencemusic
    @jeselawrencemusic 4 роки тому

    Brilliant flippin idea with this one fella! Keep more like this comin!

  • @lexinwonderland5741
    @lexinwonderland5741 2 роки тому

    please please make more of this content!! you are fantastic at explaining!

  • @ralph_clay
    @ralph_clay 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for making tutorials/videos like this Brian. I've always struggled with understanding how electronics work.

  • @meesterdinglefritz2064
    @meesterdinglefritz2064 4 роки тому

    The video I’ve been waiting for!! Very cool, thank you kind sir!

  • @meonchris
    @meonchris 3 роки тому

    That was great, really helpful and interesting. Thanks Brian.

  • @maxostrowski5269
    @maxostrowski5269 3 роки тому

    Love this. I’m getting into this stuff myself. It’s so intriguing to see what happens internally. I hope to see more of this in the future!

  • @danielcgomez
    @danielcgomez 4 роки тому

    Love this type of content! Great, informative!

  • @phildawson3441
    @phildawson3441 4 роки тому

    Very helpful video! Would love to see more like it, thanks for all the great info :)

  • @jeroen4734
    @jeroen4734 3 роки тому

    More of this please! Enjoyed this a lot 😁

  • @ElectrikDave
    @ElectrikDave 4 роки тому

    Yesss. This is the content I have been seeking. Thank you for this video. 🙏

  • @StealthParrot
    @StealthParrot 4 роки тому

    This is great ... love these types of videos.

  • @enriquedelima396
    @enriquedelima396 3 роки тому +1

    love this concept, im thinking of getting into pedal circuitry myself and you've been a great help. Thank you Brian!!

  • @joerivde
    @joerivde 4 роки тому

    Yes, would love more stuff like this! Great video

  • @thadsiphone
    @thadsiphone 4 роки тому

    Love these kinds of videos!

  • @felipegramachoalves
    @felipegramachoalves 4 роки тому

    That's a master class! Thanks Brian!

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 4 роки тому

    I love this kind of video. You really have great insight on how pedals work, and what all the different components actually do. You got some great tones out of your breadboard circuit. Thanks

  • @mrshatters
    @mrshatters 4 роки тому +56

    No joke this was one of my favorites. Can I put in a request to do the same with the Rat? It’s the Year of the Rat and I’m building a few... Thanks Brian!

    • @ericcarpenter3263
      @ericcarpenter3263 4 роки тому +2

      Matthew Lees yes!! Bring on the RAT.

    • @michaelcottle6270
      @michaelcottle6270 4 роки тому +3

      Yep, works for me too. A good example of the various distortion families, but also a walk through some other classic pedals like, say, a Phase 90, compressor, octaver, ring modulator, or an analogue delay...

    • @jimtroeltsch5998
      @jimtroeltsch5998 4 роки тому +3

      Fuck yeah! Would love to see a video like this of the Rat

    • @moxow
      @moxow 4 роки тому +1

      Damn yeah, I was just gonna post that myself! The Rat would be great fun, swapping op-amps & transistors and all the tone mods & stuff!

  • @SFV4
    @SFV4 4 роки тому

    Great video!
    Looking forward to the next ones...

  • @jasonmartin9966
    @jasonmartin9966 4 роки тому

    Great video, Brian! Yes, please do more of these!

  • @KimonFrousios
    @KimonFrousios 4 роки тому

    Good stuff! I love that you are doing this type of vids, jump-starting new DIYers. It's extremely satisfying to breathe new life into not-quite-satisfying pedals bought as a novice player back when. I just finished my 5th one of those today.

  • @wreckoningday
    @wreckoningday 4 роки тому

    I love this video and want to see more of this type of video. Thank you for this video

  • @jossmoerkerken5732
    @jossmoerkerken5732 4 роки тому

    Love this stuff
    I’m going to hit the bread board after this
    Thanks for sharing your knowledge

  • @JoshuaBeekOfficial
    @JoshuaBeekOfficial 4 роки тому

    Keel 'em coming Brian! Love this content and I'm looking forward for more :)

  • @vickykillz9769
    @vickykillz9769 4 роки тому

    Hey Brian, quarantine has awoken my inner DIY electrician, and this kinda content is super helpful! I'm definitely looking forward to more!

  • @GREENMTGENE
    @GREENMTGENE 4 роки тому +6

    I would love to see as many of these demonstrations as you’re willing to post. Many thanks

  • @tullnfloyd
    @tullnfloyd 4 роки тому

    Yeah Brain, more of this please!! Great to see you are doing well... Stay safe!

  • @waynegriffin4360
    @waynegriffin4360 4 роки тому

    awesome vid !! I would love more of this type of content !!

  • @midwestrepairdesk
    @midwestrepairdesk 4 роки тому

    Loved it! PLEASE MAKE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS!! I’d love your channel to go more in depth into pedal building.

  • @taylorthediscordian
    @taylorthediscordian 3 роки тому

    Would love to see more of these!

  • @OnTrackRails
    @OnTrackRails 4 роки тому

    +1 love this kind of video. Thanks for continuing to provide great tools for the DIY people!

  • @stevehuf26
    @stevehuf26 4 роки тому

    Great video, loads of good information. Thanks!

  • @DoDoxTM98
    @DoDoxTM98 4 роки тому

    Always waiting for this kinda video, please make this stuff more and more.

  • @WrathPassion
    @WrathPassion 4 роки тому

    More of this please, it was very interesting!

  • @kgriff1205
    @kgriff1205 4 роки тому

    Great show as always, Brian, personally, I love the "nerdy" type guitar, amp and effect videos, and I would definitely like more of them! You opened my eyes to several things I thought that weren't true at all! Thanks again, have a great week!

  • @serenemachine9110
    @serenemachine9110 4 роки тому

    I would LOVE to see more videos like this!

  • @soundpropellerpatrick113
    @soundpropellerpatrick113 4 роки тому

    I love these types of videos! Keep 'em coming. Greetings from Michigan!

  • @ryantroyford
    @ryantroyford 4 роки тому

    This is extremely helpful - thank you!

  • @bobsteingraber
    @bobsteingraber 4 роки тому

    Very cool, Brian! I'd love to see more videos, like this.

  • @jordanhernandez8590
    @jordanhernandez8590 2 роки тому

    this was an incredibly informative video thank you so much

  • @MrBaldypete1
    @MrBaldypete1 4 роки тому

    That was a really interesting video. I'd love to see more!

  • @brakfx
    @brakfx 4 роки тому

    I'm entertained AND I'm learning stuff. Great stuff!

  • @yach1d
    @yach1d 4 роки тому +2

    Loved it and I'm definitely looking forward to watching more content like this. I wish to see also what's your personal opinion on what's worth changing on a given circuit or not, like if you were to change something on a circuit what would be your first, second and third primary places to look at and why. This type of content is being a grate complement to your "how to modify your 'bd2/ds1' pedal" book. Keep it up.

  • @elraim73
    @elraim73 4 роки тому

    Hi Brian,
    This is exactly the type of video I asked you to do.
    I love it! Thanks

  • @CharlesWillisBonsai
    @CharlesWillisBonsai 4 роки тому

    Brian, thanks so much for making these kinds of videos. As somebody getting into DIY pedal building they're really helpful for learning how these circuits work.

  • @WolfGuitarsandGear
    @WolfGuitarsandGear 4 роки тому

    Yes. Definitely do more of these. I love the nerdy info.

  • @diatonicdude5290
    @diatonicdude5290 4 роки тому

    Great video Brian, of course we want to see more. Thanks,and stay safe!

  • @parasolaudio4621
    @parasolaudio4621 3 роки тому +1

    This video is fantastic. Id would watch more of this all day.

  • @dominusegomet4462
    @dominusegomet4462 3 роки тому +1

    Love this content. For the limited amount of quality content about guitar pedal circuit analysis and diy guitar/audio gear, your content is the most enjoyable and easiest to digest. Hope to see more like this in the near future. Thanks

  • @flaconsius
    @flaconsius 4 роки тому

    This kind of "how it works" Videos is great!
    Thanks for making it.

  • @bobconklin9250
    @bobconklin9250 4 роки тому

    Yes! These are the kinds of videos we want. Thanks so much.

  • @davidwebb2026
    @davidwebb2026 4 роки тому

    Thanks! Definitely do more of these!

  • @workingdb
    @workingdb 4 роки тому

    Awesome, love to hear an in-depth analysis from a pro. I was just messing with this very circuit to make it better for bass, thanks!

  • @larryivymusic
    @larryivymusic 4 роки тому +2

    I enjoy hearing this. I don’t really have a desire to diy myself but I like the knowledge.

  • @spakuloid
    @spakuloid 4 роки тому +1

    I love this - DO MORE. Great idea!

  • @gainstageeffects1235
    @gainstageeffects1235 4 роки тому +3

    Man, couldnt be more excited about this video. As a fellow DIYer, i love these videos and would love to see one on all the popular circuits. These type of videos teach me so much! Thanks for making them

  • @scottblair633
    @scottblair633 4 роки тому

    Like it. Love it. Need more! This kind of information is exactly what a fair amount of us are looking for.

  • @tukoramirez8478
    @tukoramirez8478 4 роки тому

    Wow, awesome backgorund gear collection!! and of course keep up with this content!!

  • @johnnymoondog5818
    @johnnymoondog5818 2 роки тому

    It’s great to have a few clips like this one!

  • @kirabarsmith9353
    @kirabarsmith9353 3 роки тому

    Great video, would love to see more, and with all types of effects.

  • @mikebills9414
    @mikebills9414 4 роки тому

    Thanks for this video! I dabble in diy pedal building, and I learn tons from these videos. Please keep them coming.

  • @Terry_Dale
    @Terry_Dale 4 роки тому

    LOVE this, would really like to see more dissections of other circuits and how the different components work together to create the final sound.

  • @matthewfairchild6440
    @matthewfairchild6440 4 роки тому

    This was very interesting!! Really enjoyed it!

  • @olnberg
    @olnberg 4 роки тому

    Really grateful for you taking the time to do this. I need to get a breadboard!

  • @richclayton5785
    @richclayton5785 4 роки тому

    Love the nerdy stuff...thanks!

  • @SwedishGuitarNerd
    @SwedishGuitarNerd 4 роки тому

    This was a great concept!! I really enjoyed it and learned a lot.

  • @chrisdriverband9404
    @chrisdriverband9404 4 роки тому

    Absolutely fascinating. Always wondered what all the pieces inside of pedals are for! Thanks.

  • @DHRGrafix
    @DHRGrafix 4 роки тому

    Love the DIY stuff!