Nobels ODR-1 Stompbox DIY

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CJ

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got this guy workin, used Germ 1N34's instead of the 4148's,

very functional, nicer alternative to the Screamer,

"The Andromeda Natural Overdrive is a recreation of the Nobels ODR-1, a somewhat obscure pedal from Germany that nonetheless is considered a “secret weapon” among Nashville studio musicians.

The overwhelming complaint of the ODR-1 is that it has way too much bass with no way to dial it out. To that end, the Andromeda incorporates a variable bass control inspired by the Timmy and Zendrive. The stock tones are still there with the knob all the way up, but now you have the option to dial it back.

Looking at the schematic, you can see a stark difference with Japanese-designed pedals (i.e. most Ibanez or Boss circuits). This is German engineering at its finest—tons of odd-value resistors and capacitors forming very precise filters and signal shaping. This is not a particularly simple build, but it’s very rewarding and well worth the effort."
 

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Very nice circuit indeed! I also built one combined with a booster for a friend.
 

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