[sdiy] "Audio" vs. "Log" taper

[harrybissell]

"JH." wrote:

> I have a theory why HiFi amplifier manufacturers often use a lin
> pot instead of a log pot: When you crank it up halfway, you're
> supposed to think that you still have a lot of power reserve
> (the amp appearing more powerful than it is!), while you're
> actually just 6dB below maximum.

I have another theory(ies)... Linear pots are more available, often
cheaper, shorter lead times, and the customer plain does not care /
does not notice the difference...

BTW the dual linear slope pots that 'approximate' the 'log' taper
absolutely SUCK imho.  I used them ONCE in an ADSR. you can
tell RIGHT away when you hit the discontinuity.  Because they are sliders
I never replaced them...

(so now I don't do sliders OR linear approx. pots)

H^) harry

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