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Topic: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

I've posted my main pedalboard on here before, but I had some pedals left over that didn't make it onto my main pedalboard, and I wanted to have a small board that I could easily take to open jams etc. where I didn't need a whole host of effects other than overdrive and simple delay, and that I could plug into virtually any borrowed amp.

I debated getting a Pedaltrain Junior or something, but then my wife (who is an artist) was about to give away an old carry case that she had outgrown...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7273/7422 … 14e4_z.jpg

I immediately seized it, and thought that perhaps I could convert it.

I removed the internal dividers, and also noticed that the bottom of the case was made of a very thin layer of wood, so I reinforced that with another couple of sheets of ply...

Oh, and I also had to remove the restrictors on the hinges that limited the case to opening just over 90 degrees.  Now I can lay the lid flat.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5339/7422 … e9eb_z.jpg

After all that, the lip around the bottom of the case was too high, so I flipped it and actually used the LID of the case as the base.  It was still a job to arrange the pedals to allow enough clearance to fit the input/output jacks and the power lead.

I am going to have to route some holes in the sides methinks.  I also ran out of velcro, so had to hold the pedals in place with tiny strips for now.  Time to make a trip to the hardware store today for the final bits, but at least the board is fairly serviceable as is...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7264/7422 … 81e8_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7129/7422 … 80d9_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7118/7422 … 3091_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7249/7422 … 43b3_z.jpg

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  • From: New Castle, DE USA
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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Nicely done!  Let us know how it works the first time out at a gig...

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Devan wrote:

I've posted my main pedalboard on here before, but I had some pedals left over that didn't make it onto my main pedalboard, and I wanted to have a small board that I could easily take to open jams etc. where I didn't need a whole host of effects other than overdrive and simple delay, and that I could plug into virtually any borrowed amp.

I debated getting a Pedaltrain Junior or something, but then my wife (who is an artist) was about to give away an old carry case that she had outgrown...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7273/7422 … 14e4_z.jpg

I immediately seized it, and thought that perhaps I could convert it.

I removed the internal dividers, and also noticed that the bottom of the case was made of a very thin layer of wood, so I reinforced that with another couple of sheets of ply...

Oh, and I also had to remove the restrictors on the hinges that limited the case to opening just over 90 degrees.  Now I can lay the lid flat.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5339/7422 … e9eb_z.jpg

After all that, the lip around the bottom of the case was too high, so I flipped it and actually used the LID of the case as the base.  It was still a job to arrange the pedals to allow enough clearance to fit the input/output jacks and the power lead.

I am going to have to route some holes in the sides methinks.  I also ran out of velcro, so had to hold the pedals in place with tiny strips for now.  Time to make a trip to the hardware store today for the final bits, but at least the board is fairly serviceable as is...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7264/7422 … 81e8_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7129/7422 … 80d9_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7118/7422 … 3091_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7249/7422 … 43b3_z.jpg

very nice

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

That's a sweet idea!

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Looks good from all directions, I may just copy that for the future.

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  • From: Ridgeland, MS
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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Looks like the travel board case Guthrie Govan was using with the Aristocrats.

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Very nice indeed. Perfect for a "quickie" gig! Kinda reminds me of my pedal pad road buddy pedal board. People will be asking now where you got your cool pedalboard! I figured a while back I didn't need a large board and prefer the smaller barebones style as well.

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Devan wrote:

I debated getting a Pedaltrain Junior or something, but then my wife (who is an artist) was about to give away an old carry case that she had outgrown...


I immediately seized it, and thought that perhaps I could convert it.

OH MY GOD!
You have got to be kidding me!

I JUST was given the exact same box... I'll have to check. My sister in-law got it from friend who doesn't paint anymore. I'm an artist myself, so I took it in.

I've been also debating a pedaltrain and such as well... now I'm gonna give this a hard stare down after the inspiration you just showed me!

VERY NICE

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

I like it! Easy to move. Nice compact pedalboard also (nice choice of pedals I think).

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

The "dirty little secret" pedal is fitting since when the box is closed, you'd never suspect such rad'ness inside! -Seth

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Thanks for all the kind words everyone - I really appreciate your feedback...

Still haven't gigged out with this, but been playing it around the house over the weekend and really liking the simplicity.

Nic - if you are not going to use the case for storing your art stuff, definitely look at converting it... a fun project that didn't tax my very poor handyman skills... smile

Seth - Yeah, the DLS is a really cool pedal which I like for some FAT driven tones.  Pretty much the chain in this board is:

Fillmore Thunder (Fuzz + Octavia) -> Flying Dragon (Clean Boost) -> Catalinbread DLS (Overdrive nastiness) -> CatalinBread Montavillian (Echo/Delay).

The Montavillian is probably a little but TOO echo-y for me, as I just wanted a little bit of splashback, but it was the only delay style pedal I had left over.  Does the job! cool

About the only pedal I miss is a trem/vibe, but I will need to find a really small mini pedal version to fit on here! big_smile

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Devan, the DLS is one of a handful of pedals I'd like to own at some point. Always liked the demos of it. If I ever get a tele, I think I'll spring for one. -Seth

Also, check this pedal out. Lovepedal mini tremolo.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdrqkZlWtMI

(Malekko also makes a small trem pedal)

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Looked at mine, and it's not quite as wide as yours. I might have to think about it more before diving in!
Meanwhile, the "ransom" briefcases at the local office depot look tempting to convert...

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Great little project - love homemade stuff like that.  BTW - Lovepedal Picklevibe might fit your needs in terms of space vs quality?

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A bit of a Catalinbread fan eh? Nice! Got my eye on a few of those!

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Classy and Elegant. very nice... love the Lizard Leg Flying Dragon

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Re: My 'quick and dirty' pedalboard weekend project...

Thanks again for the great feedback everyone...  I appreciate the tips on the Lovepedal vibe/trem too Seth & Coolaxeman - looks like a great mini pedals that might be able to be squeezed into this setup.

sted - Yeah, the Catalinbread pedals are very nice.  It was a close call as to whether I used the their DLS or my Fulltone OCD on my main board.

havoc41 - The Flying Dragon is a great one for pushing a tube amp into a nice preamp distortion.  I also love how Lizard Leg customise their pedals with your name on the side and on the inside of the pedal.  Unfortunately, I had just bought this one from another player, so it has HIS name on it! wink

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