AMZ Mini-Booster... 18v? (more headroom)

Started by p_funk, June 15, 2005, 01:10:06 AM

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p_funk

Can the Mini-Booster operate at 18v for more headroom?  If so, would any components need to be changed to compensate for this change?  I just built one to install in my guitar and just started wondering this.  Figured I'd ask before I install it.  Thanks!

lovekraft0

Shouldn't be a problem - that's well within spec for J201s, 2N5457s and MPF102s, and the circuit configuration makes it pretty much self-biasing, so the only thing you'd have to watch is the voltage ratings on the caps.

seanm

The Fulltone Fat Boost can be run at 18v and it's just a mini-booster clone. Just make sure all the electrolytics and the NP cap are  *minimum* 25v.