What do I need to run my 805 at 18V?

Rex_Rocker · Jan 21, 2018

I've got this 805 that I love. I want to try it at 18V. I only have a Godlyke Power-All. Can I use some sort of adapter or something to run it at 18V off my Power-All or do I need one of those fancy power supplies with 18V outputs?

Also, what can I expect when running the 805 at 18V?

Thanks.

dxlxntxxlxr · Jan 21, 2018

Re: What do I need to run my 805 at 18V?

Idk if this will work, but u could get a daisy chain, then get a voodoolab voltage doubler cable and run it using 2 of the daisy chain outputs

Little Pigbacon · Jan 21, 2018

Re: What do I need to run my 805 at 18V?

I think you need isolated outputs for that.

PFDarkside · Jan 21, 2018

Re: What do I need to run my 805 at 18V?

Correct, you need isolated outputs.

Is the 805 rated for 18V? If so, buy an 18V adapter rated at 100ma or so. It’ll be cheaper than a stepup converter that goes from 9V to 18V.

In general you will get a louder output with a little more headroom before clipping.

Mincer · Jan 22, 2018

Re: What do I need to run my 805 at 18V?

Actually, I have tried it at 18v, but didn't notice that big of a difference. Certainly (at least the way I used it) not worth the effort to find the right power supply if you don't have one laying around.

Rex_Rocker · Jan 22, 2018

Re: What do I need to run my 805 at 18V?

Thanks for the replies, dudes!

Yes, on the back of the pedal, it says it can take 18V.

I wonder if the difference is like running EMG's at 18V. I remember it being subtle, but nice.

Will this work? https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/1SpotTVD

Or would I be better off with one of these? https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/ECB004

Jacew · Jan 23, 2018