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Fundamentals of Electronics for Pedal Builders

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classes

~4 hours 50 mins

From Ohm’s law to signal flow, this module lays the groundwork. You’ll learn to read schematics, understand core components, simulate circuits, and grasp key concepts like clipping, gain staging, and impedance—everything you need to decode how pedals actually work.

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Understanding Current, Voltage, and Resistance & Basic Calculations

Learn how voltage, current, and resistance actually work—so you can read, build, and troubleshoot circuits with real confidence.

10:59

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Key Components - Resistors, Capacitors, Diodes, Transistors, ICs, Switches, Pots

Get to know the essential components behind every pedal—what they do, how they shape tone, and why they’re the backbone of your build.

42:56

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How To Read Schematics

Understanding electronic symbols and how components connect in a real circuit.

44:33

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Introduction To Circuit Analysis Software

Learn to simulate and analyze circuits with LTSpice and KiCad—so you can experiment, troubleshoot, and design with confidence before you ever plug in.

24:21

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Introduction to Voltage Dividers & RC Filters

Master the basics of voltage dividers and RC filters—key tools for shaping signal level and tone in any audio circuit.

22:23

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Understanding Signals, Impedance and Impedance Matching

Cut through the confusion around impedance—learn what it is, why it matters, and how it shapes your signal in real-world circuits.

26:19

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Basics of Pedal Power Supplies and Circuit Protection

Power your pedal the right way—and protect it from damage with smart, simple circuit safeguards.

16:59

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Fundamentals of Bipolar Junction Transistors

Learn how BJTs really work—from current flow to amplification—so you can understand, use, and troubleshoot them in your own audio circuits.

28:38

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The Magic World of Clipping

Explore how clipping shapes distortion—from soft to savage—and learn to control it as a powerful tone-shaping tool.

29:44

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Harmonic Distortion & Advanced Clipping Concepts

Exploring how harmonics, waveforms, and advanced clipping techniques shape distortion character and tone.

23:48

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Understanding Gain Staging & Coupling

Understand how gain is set across stages and how coupling affects signal flow—key concepts for shaping tone and maintaining circuit integrity.

17:05

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