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Solid State Amplifiers => Amplifier Discussion => Topic started by: Dino Boreanaz on January 09, 2018, 03:20:13 PM

Title: More Distortion From This Amp? - Schematic Attached
Post by: Dino Boreanaz on January 09, 2018, 03:20:13 PM
After initially thinking there was something wrong with this amp, it does seem to be working just fine - it just doesn't have any breakup at reasonable home volumes.  So I'm looking for your thoughts on whether it is possible to get a more over-driven sound (distortion, fuzz, dirt, overdrive, gain) from this amp.  If so, what specific changes would you recommend this electronics novice start with?
Title: Re: More Distortion From This Amp? - Schematic Attached
Post by: Enzo on January 09, 2018, 05:26:43 PM
I'll stick with my earlier suggestion:  covert the front end to the guitar amp circuit from your multi-model drawing.
Title: Re: More Distortion From This Amp? - Schematic Attached
Post by: Katoda on January 10, 2018, 12:59:49 PM
If you are just after more distortion, maybe stick some antiparallel diodes in the first op amp feedback loop, or put in a fet boost as the input.
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