King-Centaur-Building-Docs-17th-January-2023
King-Centaur-Building-Docs-17th-January-2023
Project overview:
King Centaur combines the Klon Centaur with the best one-half of the Knight of Tone circuit, giving you two
great transparent overdrives in one. We added an order switch that allows you to stack them as you like,
so prepare to have a lot of fun with it.
Introduction
This unique PCB Guitar Mania design allows you to stack, in the order you desire, the Klon Centaur with
one-half of the Knight of Tone circuit to create the ultimate dual transparent overdrive.
The Knight of Tone section has a dual voltage capability that lets it be fed on 9v or 18v through an internal
potentiometer. Important: NEVER SET BOTH SWITCHES ON -UP POSITION AT THE SAME TIME.
When we first tried this mix, we expected something good, but boy, let me tell you: both circuits stack
amazingly and deliver a thick transparent overdrive that surpassed our expectations!
Controls
Potentiometers
GAIN
GAIN-P
TONE
TONE-P
VOL
VOL-P
PRES-P
Switches
MODE
ORDER-SWITCH
DIODE
VOLTAGE
Switches
Part Value
MODE DPDT On/Off/On
ORDER-SWITCH 3PDT On/On
DIODE SPDT On/Off/On
VOLTAGE* SW_DIP-2
IC
Part Value
IC1 TL072
IC2 TL072
IC3 TC 1044SCPA
IC4 JRC4580
Diodes
Part Value
D1* 1n34a
D2* 1n34a
D3** Your choice
D4** Your choice
Jacks
Qty Value Parts
1 DC JACK -
2 AUDIO JACK -
This board has been tested using Film box capacitors for most of the values over 1nf and ceramics discs
for those under 1nf. However, high-quality components such as Wima's Capacitors and Panasonic's
electrolytics can deliver a better performance.
All the resistors used for testing this project are 1/4W Metal Film.
The BOM and Shopping list are exclusive regarding this project. It doesn't include all the hardware like the
3PDT bypass switch, audio/dc jacks, enclosure, etc.
Build Notes
If this is one of your first projects, I recommend you to take a look at our Pedal Building Guide.
For a successful and tidy build, it’s recommended the following order:
VOLTAGE Switch:
Affects only the Prince of tone section. Set whether you want to feed the circuit with 9v or 18v. Never place
both switches up at the same time!
D1 and D2*
Even though 1N34 GE is the most used and universal value, you can experiment by placing any type of
Germanium diode accordingly to your taste.
D3**, D4**
D6***
D6 is for protecting the charge pump from voltages over 12v that could damage the ICs. However, the pedal
could work without it.
Check the Attached “Drilling templates” to drill the box properly. The files are on Scale 1:1, ready to print
on an A4 page.
We try to reply to every question we receive on our email or our social media. Still, we try to encourage all
our customers to join our PCB Guitar Mania – Builders Group on Facebook to post all your doubts, issues,
suggestions, or requests, share your builds, and have some feedback from other fellow builders and us!
We tested all our projects following this same guide on their standard configurations. Although, not all of
the variations and mods have necessarily been checked. These are suggestions based on the schematic
analysis and the experiences and opinions of others. Feel free to share with us your views and
recommendations regarding the mods your personal experimentation.
These boards may be used for commercial endeavors in any quantity unless expressly noted. No attribution
is necessary, though accreditation or a link back is always much appreciated.
If you are a builder planning to make your own run of pedals, we also offer the service of custom-made
boards with your brand and logo, design according to your specifications.
The only usage restrictions are that, first, you cannot resell the PCB as part of a kit without prior
arrangement with us, and second, you cannot scratch off the silkscreen or other way of trying to hide our
logos and the source of the PCBs. Like it's written above, if you want to have your designs with your brand
and logo, we could undoubtedly reach an agreement.
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