Pedaltrain MINIs unite!

[christoph h.]

LuvMusic - How is it possible that you're using the OneSpot to power both the Compulator and the other pedals? As far as I know, the OneSpot isn't isolated and the Compulator takes a "tip-positive" plug while the others are BOSS-style "tip-negative". I've read that those two musn't be combined in a daisy chain unless you have a power supply with isolated outputs (such as the Voodoo Labs).

[TaySte_2000]

Originally Posted by christoph h.

LuvMusic - How is it possible that you're using the OneSpot to power both the Compulator and the other pedals? As far as I know, the OneSpot isn't isolated and the Compulator takes a "tip-positive" plug while the others are BOSS-style "tip-negative". I've read that those two musn't be combined in a daisy chain unless you have a power supply with isolated outputs (such as the Voodoo Labs).

The pedal doesn't reverse polarity so you just need a one spot adaptor so that right power and +- is sent to the right part of the tip or ring

[christoph h.]

Originally Posted by TaySte_2000

The pedal doesn't reverse polarity so you just need a one spot adaptor so that right power and +- is sent to the right part of the tip or ring

Thanks, that's good to know. I would like to use a BOSS PSA-adapter - can I just get the OneSpot adapter and use that one?

[TaySte_2000]

Originally Posted by christoph h.

Thanks, that's good to know. I would like to use a BOSS PSA-adapter - can I just get the OneSpot adapter and use that one?

Yeah but the Boss is only 200ma and the One Spot is 1600ma, you have far more chance frying the boss I,ve killed one before but my onespot is still going strong.

I like the Johnny Shredfreak Supplys for the PT Mini as they fit on their sides in the back shelf

[lopxtc]

Hey all ... getting my Pedaltrain Mini in today, and this will be my first real pedal board so Im looking for suggestions on how to wire it all up.

I am running the following pedals;

Boss TU-2
Phase 100 Phaser
EHX Russian Big Muff
SansAmp BDDI

I also have a rack mounted Alesis 3630 compressor unit ... previously I had just run from the bass => tuner => 3630 => amp head, but with the pedal board coming I want to be able to wire it all up and use them when needed. Any good suggestions on running it?

*Will post pictures tonight once I have it in and setup so as to keep in alignment with this thread topic.

Aaron

[christoph h.]

Yeah but the Boss is only 200ma and the One Spot is 1600ma, (...)

Yeah, I'm aware of that, but I only have 4 pedals so maybe it'll work. I need to check out how many mA they all use. I already own the Boss so it would be nice if I could use it. Otherwise I will probably get a Flatliner SIX or a Cioks Big John. The Shredfreak looks interesting, too. Thanks for the info!

[LuvMusic]

Originally Posted by TaySte_2000

Yeah but the Boss is only 200ma and the One Spot is 1600ma, you have far more chance frying the boss I,ve killed one before but my onespot is still going strong.

I like the Johnny Shredfreak Supplys for the PT Mini as they fit on their sides in the back shelf

TaySte nailed it.....I use a converter tip to change the polarity of the adapter. Easy as can be!

I also suggest the OneSpot, the extra ma's give you a little more headroom. Also, if you buy a OneSpot kit, not just the power supply, you get a nice assortment of tips and a daisy chain. The OneSpot kit is $35.00. The Godlyke kit (very similar) is $30.00. Both at MF

Personally, if I were buying one of these kits now, I'd buy the Godlyke. It's 2000ma vs the OneSpot 1600ma. A little more headroom never hurt.

[David Wilson]

well, I've been working out for a while how I'd downsize to a PT-Mini. I've been gigging at least once a week this year, and it actually helps reduce the gas cos I concentrate on what I need more.

I've downsized from PT to PT-Jr to PT-Mini in last 18 months or so.

I also switched over from George L's to Lava cables at the same time, probably couldn't have squeezed as many pedals on as I did otherwise.

X2 Wireless Receiver
Korg Pitchblack
Demeter Compulator
MXR Bass Octave Deluxe
Dredgetone Angler
Analogman Clone Chorus
T-Rex Fuel Tank Jr

[fishtx]

Originally Posted by David Wilson

well, I've been working out for a while how I'd downsize to a PT-Mini. I've been gigging at least once a week this year, and it actually helps reduce the gas cos I concentrate on what I need more.

I've downsized from PT to PT-Jr to PT-Mini in last 18 months or so.

I also switched over from George L's to Lava cables at the same time, probably couldn't have squeezed as many pedals on as I did otherwise.

X2 Wireless Receiver
Korg Pitchblack
Demeter Compulator
MXR Bass Octave Deluxe
Dredgetone Angler
Analogman Clone Chorus
T-Rex Fuel Tank Jr

David...How are you powering the 6th pedal? Are you daisy chaining two pedals off one Fuel tank jr. output? I'm just curious as I have a fuel tank jr. on the way (for a PT Mini)...

[David Wilson]

Originally Posted by fishtx

David...How are you powering the 6th pedal? Are you daisy chaining two pedals off one Fuel tank jr. output?

Yes, that's exactly what I'm doing - the tuner and wireless receiver.

[Smallequestrian]

Forgot to post this in this thread. Valcoder is leaving...I have something else incoming. Should be able to update on Friday.

[B.C.]

I always love your boards man!

If you are ever in the Champaign area(or I'm in the Chicago area) we should have a get together to compare boards.

[TaySte_2000]

Originally Posted by David Wilson

well, I've been working out for a while how I'd downsize to a PT-Mini. I've been gigging at least once a week this year, and it actually helps reduce the gas cos I concentrate on what I need more.

I've downsized from PT to PT-Jr to PT-Mini in last 18 months or so.

I also switched over from George L's to Lava cables at the same time, probably couldn't have squeezed as many pedals on as I did otherwise.

X2 Wireless Receiver
Korg Pitchblack
Demeter Compulator
MXR Bass Octave Deluxe
Dredgetone Angler
Analogman Clone Chorus
T-Rex Fuel Tank Jr

You know if you put the X2 in that back shelf with the power supply you can get another pedal on

[David Wilson]

Originally Posted by TaySte_2000

You know if you put the X2 in that back shelf with the power supply you can get another pedal on

yeah, I'm thinking about doing that

[fishtx]

Here's a shot of my Mini:

Sonic Research Tuner
Sansamp VT Bass
Maxon PT-999 Phaser
TC Electronic SCF Chorus/Flanger
MXR Carbon Copy
Xotic RC Boost

I velcro'd a OneSpot into the tray, and connected it and the AC plug from the TC Chorus to the bottom side of an extension cord (see above the tuner)...this gives me one additional AC outlet off the top of the extension cord should I need it...

[mrsquishy]

Originally Posted by Smallequestrian

Forgot to post this in this thread. Valcoder is leaving...I have something else incoming. Should be able to update on Friday.

Hah looks like you've still got space for one more!

[mgmadian]

Originally Posted by David Wilson

Looks great! Funny... I've also downsized from a PT to PT-Jr and am seriously contemplating moving to the Mini. I mainly use just tuner and compressor these days, and may pick up an X2 wireless. This board is actually the closest so far to what I have in mind, with slightly different pedals.

A few Qs:

1. Any idea if a PP2+ fits in that channel above the pedals? I use one now, but would switch it out if not.

2. Any idea if a wah (105Q or other) fits on the Mini? Though I'd prolly want to keep a Loooper on the board if so... so hmmm...do I really use a wah all that much...

3. Lava vs George Ls... do they allow you to put the pedals closer, or seem more durable?

[fishtx]

Originally Posted by mgmadian

3. Lava vs George Ls... do they allow you to put the pedals closer, or seem more durable?

Open the pic of my board above and check out the small offset 1/4 to 1/4 adapters (gold discs between most of the pedals).

These are very handy, allow you to squeeze pedals closely together, and clean up your cable management on the board...

I bought these from a vendor at the Dallas Guitar Show (for like $5 each), but you can get them online as well.

[David Wilson]

Originally Posted by mgmadian

1. Any idea if a PP2+ fits in that channel above the pedals? I use one now, but would switch it out if not.

I had/have PP2 still mounted underneath my PT-JR, I'm 99.99% certain it won't fit in that trough on the mini

2. Any idea if a wah (105Q or other) fits on the Mini? Though I'd prolly want to keep a Loooper on the board if so... so hmmm...do I really use a wah all that much...

I'd say probably not, the pt mini is 7" front to back. I'll probably be putting my vol pedal at side of the PT live.

3. Lava vs George Ls... do they allow you to put the pedals closer, or seem more durable?

Yes to the first, no real opinion/comment on the second yet since I've just put em on

[fishtx]

Here is a different pic against a lighter background...maybe you can see the connectors better...