Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

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Hey guys.

I've owned a Russian Big Muff (black casing with chickenhead knobs) for a few years now, but only recently got it back after a long term 'loan' to the bassist in my band.

I'd almost forgotten what the pedal sounds like and have 're-discovered' the tone of the pedal, but hate how much it sucks the tone when it's switched off. So was wondering if anyone knows if it's possible/difficult to mod the pedal for true bypass switching?

Thanks for any info.

Craig

 

[Brow]

Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

Here's a bump!

 

[Brow]

Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

So no-one has any advice or info at all?!

 

[Pierre]

Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

True bypass mod is very easy. You just need a 3PDT switch.
http://www.geofex.com/FX_images/stompsw.gif Try this diagram.

 

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Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

True bypass mod is very easy. You just need a 3PDT switch.
http://www.geofex.com/FX_images/stompsw.gif Try this diagram.

Thanks Pierre!

I have a 3PDT switch lying around somewhere, so I think I'll give it a go while I'm changing my pickups in the next few days

 

[Pierre]

Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

PS My Russian muff IS already true bypass. You may want to use a buffered pedal in front and compare, or use way shorter cables.

 

[Brow]

Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

PS My Russian muff IS already true bypass. You may want to use a buffered pedal in front and compare, or use way shorter cables.

I've tried the Big Muff in a loop of my True Bypass box and there's a noticeable difference between when the box is bypassed and when it isn't.

I think I'll give a new switch a go

 

[Pierre]

Re: Modding a Russian EH Big Muff for True Bypass?

Just look inside man. That should tell you with one look.