I'm Bored - Need a Board:

[Inspector #20]

Ok, its time to get serious about this board thing. I've never had one. I want compact and portable.

Here's my proposed signal chain - not necessarily in this order:

Korg Pitchblack Tuner

Smitty-Built A/B Switch Box

Boss F30L volume pedal

Boss DD-3 delay

Boss CS-3 compressor

Boss GE-7 EQ (Maybe)

What's a good start????

 

[Tony M.]

A piece of plywood and 4 rubber feet.

...unless you want to spend $100.00 +
on a pre made aluminum one that is.

 

[iblive]

The board I have is made by Gator. I got it off eBay used so cost was probably about 1/2 new, which if memory serves was around 100 bucks new. But a piece of plywood with 4 rubber feet works too.

 

[Inspector #20]

A piece of plywood and 4 rubber feet.

...unless you want to spend $100.00 +
on a pre made aluminum one that is.

My Dad would pat you on the back!!! He loves making stuff.

Yes, I want something commercially made.

 

[Inspector #20]

View attachment 13248 The board I have is made by Gator. I got it off eBay used so cost was probably about 1/2 new, which if memory serves was around 100 bucks new. But a piece of plywood with 4 rubber feet works too.

That looks good!

 

[syscokid]

Pedaltrain appears to be excellent quality, and well thought out. This one in particular, might be the right size for you...
Link:
Pedaltrain Classic Jr SC 18"x12.5" Pedalboard with Soft Case

 

[Inspector #20]

Pedal train appears to be excellent quality, and well thought out. This one in particular, might be the right size for you...
Link:
Pedaltrain Classic Jr SC 18"x12.5" Pedalboard with Soft Case

Thanks!

 

[ChasFred]

Pedaltrain appears to be excellent quality, and well thought out. This one in particular, might be the right size for you...
Link:
Pedaltrain Classic Jr SC 18"x12.5" Pedalboard with Soft Case

I would say this is spot on for you.

 

[Inspector #20]

I would say this is spot on for you.

I agree! Hope it comes with training wheels!

 

[Tony M.]

Those are nice because you can mount the
power supply and all the power wiring on the
underside to give the board a nice clean look.

 

[Inspector #20]

Those are nice because you can mount the
power supply and all the power wiring on the
underside to give the board a nice clean look.

Yes! That's GREAT! I like it!

 

[iblive]

Those are nice because you can mount the
power supply and all the power wiring on the
underside to give the board a nice clean look.

That’s where I have the power supply on mine as well.

 

[Inspector #20]

Sorry to ask stupid questions, but how are you guys mounting all your stuff????

 

[iblive]

Velcro. The board came with the fuzzy carpet stuff. Went to Home Depot and bought a Velcro kit and used just the other half of the Velcro stuff. Stick that on the bottom of the pedal.

 

[Thatbastarddon]

The pedal train boards usually include a healthy supply of Velcro when purchased new. Mine had plenty...



The only thing not velcroed down is the Boss line selector...I’m not sure it’s staying on that board.

 

[Don O]

I used a Furman for quiet a while. Power supply built in and a nice long power cord. Comes with a zip up carrying case. Once I converted to mostly Boss pedals I picked up a couple of their 6 bangers. If I play out I reduce it to just one 6 pack.

 

[Goldmember]

Hi Robert,

My advice is to keep it simple (in this order): tuner, compressor, tube screamer/od (if you need it), booster, and a micro-Hush pedal at the end. Run modulation effects in the loop.
I use a Pedaltrain, but any board will work. Batteries? We don't need no stinkin' batteries!

 

[ChasFred]

Sorry to ask stupid questions, but how are you guys mounting all your stuff????

 

[ChasFred]

Hi Robert,

My advice is to keep it simple (in this order): tuner, compressor, tube screamer/od (if you need it), booster, and a micro-Hush pedal at the end. Run modulation effects in the loop.
I use a Pedaltrain, but any board will work. Batteries? We don't need no stinkin' batteries!

This is indeed some GOLDEN advice.

 

[Tony M.]

I use Velcro.
Some boards use cable ties and
Smitty does something else.

Smitty?
Where are you?
Get in here and explain please.