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    Convert a pedal to true bypass

    Anyone know where I can get some schematics for this?

    Specifically i'm looking to convert a Ibanez TS-9, and a MXR Microamp.

    I also need to know where I can get the DPDT switch, possibly somewhere I can get to in Toronto?


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    TS9 might be a little tricky as they are similar to the Boss pedals, the switch is only a momentary switch unlike the 3PDT switches. The unit requires a toggle to turn it on and off.

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    All the true bypass pedals I've seen have 3PDT switches in them, if there's an LED.

    Keeley sells a Looper pedal which will take the pedals completely out of your signal chain when not in use. I'd probably go with something like that rather than messing with micro-switches.

    http://www.robertkeeley.com/product.php?id=23

    Songbird may sell the Fulltone 3PDT switch, but I don't know if it will fit in your pedals.

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    i've seen pictures of TS9 pedals with the switch on the top of the pedal.. it will require drilling into the case and mounting the switch that way.
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    There is some info on the TS-9 and true bypass on the Geofex site http://www.geofex.com/Article_Folder...ch/tsxtech.htm

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