Android Dwarf

Based on: Amount of parts: Enclosure type:

Dwarfcraft Robot Devil Low, total 24 components 125b
Effect type: Technology: Get your board at:
Aggressive fuzz CMOS Integrated Circuits Android Dwarf
Build difficult: Power consumption: Get your kit at:
Easy 9V Das Musikding (Europe)

Project overview:

Aggressive fuzz, sag (starve) control board inspired by the Dwarfcraft's Robot Devil with some
modifications that deliver some serious squeeling noise and square waves of doom.

Index
1. Project overview 6. Build Notes
2. Index, Introduction & Controls 7. Schematic
3. Bills of Materials, BOM 8. Wiring Diagram
4. Shopping Lists 9. Drill Template
5. Components Recommendations 10. Licensing and Usage

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Introduction
We crafted this half-dwarf half-machine from the Robot Devil's circuit, creating something that can
scream fuzz waves never heard before. This freakish being delivers a wide range of fuzz and overdrive
with a massive volume that will show you how far a fuzz can go.

But you don't have to be afraid of this godless entity, it may not have a soul, but its four controls will grant
you total command over its actions.

In addition to the original unit's octave down, we incorporated a modification that includes a second-
octave down! (I think we got the mad scientist syndrome). By also changing the switch, we made it
possible to have the two octaves down sounding simultaneously just by flicking it. Moreover, it contains
a rhythmic oscillator that adds more dimension and complexity to your buzzing tone.

Altogether, the Android Dwarf aggressive fuzz will give you a unique sound, distinct from anything you've
ever heard from other fuzz pedals. It is a simple-to-make board that only needs a couple easy to source
components to mess with your signal. The result is a powerful sound, depth, and vast, and our humble
contribution in the great struggle for domination that is raging on the battlefield of fuzz. You can search
for similar heroes like the Dwarf Destroyer and the Dwarf Master, decide who is the ultimate champion,
or unite them together to your quest in search of the perfect fuzz sound!

Regarding the components, V1 needs a little modification (C6 does not have a footprint on the board)
and needs to be placed in series with R1. Left side 100nf right side R1.

It will be fixed with the next batch and can be ignored once you see C6 on your PCB.

Controls
• FUZZ
• OCTAVE1
• OCTAVE2
• STARVE

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Bill of materials
Resistors Diods
Part Value Part Value
R1 2k D0 1n5817
R2 3m3 LED 3mm Red LED
R3 3m3
R4 100k
R5 100k
R6 100k
R7 100k
R8 100k
R9 1m
R10 4k7

Capacitors
Part Value
C2 47n
C3 1u
C4 1u
C6 100n

Electrolytics Capacitors
Part Value
C1 1u
C5 100u

Potentiometers
Part Value
FUZZ 100k A
OCTAVE1 100k A
OCTAVE2 100k A
STARVE 2k B

IC
Part Value
IC1 4040N
IC2 4049N

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Shopping list

Resistors
Qty Value Parts
4 100k R4, R5, R7, R8
1 100k R6
1 1m R9
1 2k R1
2 3m3 R2, R3
1 4k7 R10

Capacitors
Qty Value Parts
1 100n C6
2 1u C3, C4
1 47n C2

Electrolytics Capacitors
Qty Value Parts
1 100u C5
1 1u C1

Potentiometers
Qty Value Parts
3 100k FUZZ, OCTAVE1,
A OCTAVE2
1 2k B STARVE

IC
Qty Value Parts
1 4040N IC1
1 4049N IC2

Diods
Qty Value Parts
1 1n5817 D0
1 3mm Red LED LED

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Schematic

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Components Recommendations
As many people like to experiment with some pedals with higher voltage, always ensure
your electrolytic capacitors' max tolerance is over 25v.

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:

1. Resistors & diodes

2. Capacitors, starting with the smaller ones and the ceramic ones.
3. Electrolytic capacitors (always check the polarity)
4. Transistors
5. Wires
6. Potentiometers and switches
7. Off-board wiring

Wiring Diagram
All our projects include a free 3PDT Board to make the wiring easier and tidier. Also, all of our PCBs
feature the status LED on board.

The pad named “Ctrl” or “LED” is the one that controls the status of the led; wire it to the “LED” pad on
the 3PDT board or in the control slug of your 3PDT.

This board has been designed to match our EZ 3PDT PCB; check it here to access our Pedal Wiring
Guide.

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Drill Template
This Project has been planned to fit into a 125b enclosure type.

Check the Attached “Drilling templates” to drill the box properly. The files are on Scale 1:1, ready to print
on an A4 page.

Licensing and Usage

We really appreciate your trust and support in buying this PCB, as well as your will to dive into the DIY
electronics world. For us, that's why you can make this project work properly and enjoy not only the
building process but also experiment and play with it on your rig.

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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