DIY – 3 alternative switch configurations for TC Helicon processors

Eddie, one of my blog viewers, asked a question about remote switching for his TC Helicon Play Acoustic processor. His goal is to have a single remote switch pedal to activate only one of the assignable switch functions from the menu of his processor, the "Harmony" on/off function. I will address this switching application, and … Continue reading DIY – 3 alternative switch configurations for TC Helicon processors →

Poetry Vs. Paragraph

Here are the lyrics to "Storybook Love Ending", a song that I wrote around 20 years ago. I wanted to see if there were any noticeable differences in delivery when written in paragraph with punctuation, opposed to its poetic form. "Storybook Love Ending" all I ever wanted was to have someone to hold me when … Continue reading Poetry Vs. Paragraph →

Compact cook kit with a woodstove for Christmas

A few of my Christmas gift recipients are getting a compact cook kit, which includes a 24oz. cook pot with strainer lid, an insulated cup, and a wood burning stove. I made roll top storage bags to complete the package. The wood burning stove has five pieces, a base, a fire chamber, a stack with … Continue reading Compact cook kit with a woodstove for Christmas →

DIY Christmas Gifts – Production begins.

September seems like a good time for me to start production of Christmas gifts for my recipients. As the days get shorter, colder, and wetter, working indoors is far more productive. Here are some of the components necessary to complete one of the gifts, while I'm awaiting delivery of straps and hardware.   This will … Continue reading DIY Christmas Gifts – Production begins. →

DIY – Enclosure for 6 Switch Guitar Effects Pedal Circuit

This enclosure is made from 2 inch diameter PVC pipe with end caps, then cut in half. Switches are mounted 3 inches on center. Adequate switch spacing is essential to allow easy pedal activation. This assembly will be attached to a base board when completed. Using 2 inch diameter pipe allows 1 inch of internal … Continue reading DIY – Enclosure for 6 Switch Guitar Effects Pedal Circuit →

DIY – “Mini 6” – for TC Helicon processors.

I'm working on (progressing) a switch project that will toggle TC Helicon processor functions from a microphone stand mounted enclosure. The circuit mimics the operation of the TC Helicon "Switch 6" accessory pedal. The circuit and jack will fit into a 5 inch long, 3/4 inch diameter tube. I plan to use PVC pipe for … Continue reading DIY – “Mini 6” – for TC Helicon processors. →

Growing, despite adversity. (lessons we learn.)

So, you had a hard time growing up. You've been pushed and shoved, battered and bruised, and held down while those around you had it so easy. Still somehow you've managed to endure. It is said, that which does not kill you, only makes you stronger. You bare the scars and disfigurement, both seen and … Continue reading Growing, despite adversity. (lessons we learn.) →

DIY – TC Helicon Switch-6 – circuit build update 2019/5/5

I have refined this DIY circuit for use with the TC Helicon pedals, and will be making DIY kits available for purchase. This circuit mimics the operation of the TC Helicon Switch 6.The circuit kit will include the circuit board, 12 - twelve inch lengths of switch wire (adequate for a switch panel with the … Continue reading DIY – TC Helicon Switch-6 – circuit build update 2019/5/5 →

A Closer Look – Decorative Stitch Cams for the Montgomery Ward – 21 Jewel Supreme Automatic

The 21 Jewel drive shaft is 8mm diameter, and the key extends 2 additional mm. 10mm in total. Here you can easily see the 8mm bore, and the 2mm keyway. The cam contact surface is between 16mm and 28mm diameter. It was hard for me to photograph the stitch pattern icons on the individual pieces … Continue reading A Closer Look – Decorative Stitch Cams for the Montgomery Ward – 21 Jewel Supreme Automatic →