[sdiy] Knobs/pots/jacks suggestions

[Jonathan Lutz]

Well, my goal is to have them be compatible with the upcoming EFM
modules which have a stated jack size of "1/8th".  I imagine the more
common 3.5mm size is acceptable?

JON

On 5/18/05, Peter Grenader <peter at buzzclick-music.com> wrote:
> Do you mean 3.5 mm?  1/8 inchers are hard to find and....1/8th inch patch
> cords are a fortune.  The molded Switchcrafts that Buchla uses are
> terrific...but an investment.  While 1/8th inch cables are good temp fixes
> for the old type CLIFF jack contact spring issue - using 3.5 cables are not
> a good idea for 1/8th inch jacks - too much float.  In short, you can use a
> 3.5 mm as  sub for 1/8 inch, not a good idea the other way around.
> 
> hope this helps -
> 
> - P
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