Stomp spst switches

[Bill Layer]

Hi Tim,

>   What is a good source for heavy duty stomp box switches (for a guitar
>effects pedal).  I've also heard discussion that pro pedals use a flip
>flop instead.  How is this done?

New Sensor corporation <http://www.newsensor.com> has the type of foot
switch that most OEMs use on their stompboxes. Quality is very very good. I
believe they are available in single or double-poled design.

A flip flop (or bi-stable multivibrator as it has been called) would be a
benefit, because it allows the switch to be replaced by a momentary type
(as opposed to the push on/off type normally used). Momentary switches are
inherently more reliable than on/off types due to the lower number of
moving parts (only one) and basic design issues. It's doubly nice, as the
momentary switch can be relatively low current, while the flip-flp may
drive an output relay (or transistor) capable of huge currents.

In the meantime, I've not heard anything bad about NewSensor's parts. While
you're at it, order some tubes and hi voltage caps for your tubesynth
projects... :)



Bill Layer
Sales Technician
<b.layer at vikingelectronics.com>

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