Linus Torvalds Guitar Pedal Project
8 hours ago
- #electronics
- #DIY
- #guitar-pedals
- Personal project focused on learning electronics, specifically guitar pedal kits.
- Started with LEGO-like hobby, moved to soldering guitar pedal kits, especially enjoying Aion FX kits.
- Transitioned from analog circuits to mixed signal designs, preferring discrete components over op-amps.
- Developed a preference for JFET models due to noise issues with power supplies.
- Used expensive and hard-to-find components like the LS844 for specific designs, despite cheaper alternatives.
- Initially used small 1590A enclosures but switched to larger 1590B for practicality.
- Recommends specific component kits for hobbyists and mentions sourcing from Mouser, Digikey, and Tayda Electronics.