Can I run my TS808 at 18V?

[Rex_Rocker]

So I ordered a cheapie power supply off amazon that can run at 9, 12, 15, or 18V. Hopefully it's not too noisy, LOL. I'll report back tonight that I get it.

 

[Rex_Rocker]

there is some differences on the input cap of the clipping stage, on the SD1 there is a 18nF+100KR high pass filter in front of the input, in the TS9 there is a 1uF+10KR , on paper the TS9 would be broader toward the bass, in reality there's no such a big differences, since the SD-1 cut is at 88Hz, a freq really low, I don't think it's audible, although there could be somthing different in the higher harmonics obtained from the clipping stage, someone says is a big difference and make you pay big money for the mod, trust me, you almost don't hear anything

I kinda want to try an SD-1 at 18V now just for the fun of it, LOL.

 

[ehdwuld]

Buy a Behringer copy and experiment with that
if it smokes , so what

It has been my experience
things sound incredible
Just before they fail

 

[eclecticsynergy]

Buying a TS copy for 18V experimenting isn't a bad idea - cheap components likely would fail more easily than the real thing.

Another option would be a klone. 18V internal gives the headroom, and they have a certain liquid feel that's similar to the TS.
Importantly, the mid peak of a klone is less prominent (and I think probably at a lower frequency). Anyway, they don't sound as nasal.

As others have said, though, that nasal quality is part of the TS magic. Helps it stand nicely in a mix.
I find it slightly annoying, but only when heard by itself. Doesn't seem as noticeable in a band context.

Recently switched back to a TS-voiced pedal myself, for the main lead drive on my fusion pedalboard.
Drummer had commented that the Marshall-voiced lead drive I'd been using was kinda bright and penetrating.

 

[Rex_Rocker]

I have an Archer and a TC Zeus. They don't really sound much like TS's to me. They're great, but only on certain amps. Not on Rectos, that's for sure.

But getting a cheapie clone might not be such a bad idea. A Joyo maybe? Any other clone that comes with thru-hole components? The East River Drive maybe? Because I'm not sure if the Joyo comes with the JRC4558. Not to be a snob, but also not sure if other 4588's can handle 18V.

Anyways, I got the cheapie power supply off Amazon today, and it doesn't seem too noisy. I'm running the 808 at 15V right now. I did so for about an hour or so.

 

[marcello252]

I have an Archer and a TC Zeus. They don't really sound much like TS's to me. They're great, but only on certain amps. Not on Rectos, that's for sure.

But getting a cheapie clone might not be such a bad idea. A Joyo maybe? Any other clone that comes with thru-hole components? The East River Drive maybe? Because I'm not sure if the Joyo comes with the JRC4558. Not to be a snob, but also not sure if other 4588's can handle 18V.

Anyways, I got the cheapie power supply off Amazon today, and it doesn't seem too noisy. I'm running the 808 at 15V right now. I did so for about an hour or so.

archer and zeus are Klon copies not TS style pedals, completely different circuit topology.

still I don't think it's a good idea trying to burn your pedals with higher voltage than your internal caps could stand, is there anyone near you practical with a solder? the cap upgrade is cheap, with max 3€ of components your pedal would be bullet proof, I don't see the reason to throw away a costly pedal by deep frying, they are not even usable when broken to block the doors, too light..

if you want a higher voltage supply TS style without messing around with soldering iron, get a EQD Plumes, it's a TS style pedal with internal charge pump to 18V but you use a normal 9V to supply it, that's a clever solution, high quality components too.

BTW, archer and Zeus HAS the same internal.charge pump , internally they work at 18V., so never used (never) a 18V with them because the internal voltage ramps up to 36V.....

 

[Rex_Rocker]

archer and zeus are Klon copies not TS style pedals, completely different circuit topology.

still I don't think it's a good idea trying to burn your pedals with higher voltage than your internal caps could stand, is there anyone near you practical with a solder? the cap upgrade is cheap, with max 3€ of components your pedal would be bullet proof, I don't see the reason to throw away a costly pedal by deep frying, they are not even usable when broken to block the doors, too light..

if you want a higher voltage supply TS style without messing around with soldering iron, get a EQD Plumes, it's a TS style pedal with internal charge pump to 18V but you use a normal 9V to supply it, that's a clever solution, high quality components too.

BTW, archer and Zeus HAS the same internal.charge pump , internally they work at 18V., so never used (never) a 18V with them because the internal voltage ramps up to 36V.....

Yeah, I know. I was replying to some who suggested I try a Klone. I have two.

I had the Plumes as well, and I found extremely harsh. I did not know it has the 18V charge pump.

Honestly, what I really want is a Maxon VOP-9, but I don't think they make those anymore.

 

[hamerfan]

Honestly, what I really want is a Maxon VOP-9, but I don't think they make those anymore.

Yeah, they look like a thing. Kinda improved 820. You can select an internal switch between 9 an 18 with a charge pump.

I even see some for reasonable money on Reverb.