The TC Electronics Tailspin Vibrato is a great pedal but a common complaint is that the rate should go slower. This simple modification enables "ultra slow mode" with a toggle switch. I used a SPDT switch and 1 μF capacitor.
I based this video on a Reddit article: https://www.reddit.com/r/diypedals/comments/gfilj2/tc_electronic_tailspin_vibrato_ultra_slow_mod/
Intro - 0:00
Stock Pedal Demo - 1:30
Disassembly & Mod Setup - 2:21
Completing the Mod - 3:32
Whoops! - 6:02
Reassembly & Testing - 6:25
Final Thoughts - 8:32
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Comments
Very interesting mod Kale! I'm not a pedal guy, but I enjoy watching you do the electronics projects. I always figure I might learn something useful. I try to minimize the soldering I have to do, but I did recently get one of those small inexpensive wireless soldering irons from Ali Express and I really like using it. Keep the projects coming.
Modding electronics is as much fun as modding guitars. It's a different arform but I think it's just as fun. Thanks for watching.
Yea, I like a lot of stuff TC Electronic makes, they're touted as a bargain brand, but they just don't unnecessarily overprice their pedals! And true bypass to boot, what's not to like! Keep em coming
Yeah. I have to agree. I really like their 3rd Dimension chorus. Such a cool 80s throwback. Thanks for supporting my hacking habit.
Kool, actually it was kinda choppy, but the mod smoothed it out & improved the dynamics 👍🏽 My kind o' video, thanx for sharing 🍻
I had a feeling when I posted this that you'd be the first (and possibly the only) person to respond. I know you like these sorts of things as much as I do. Thanks Brian.