Author Topic: F1X preamp noise? (Read 806 times)

shakeyeraz · « **Reply #15 on:** November 25, 2003, 06:13:14 PM »

Thanks - I'll check each. Is the fix to replace them and, if so, where can I obtain replacements?

cntrabssn · « **Reply #16 on:** November 26, 2003, 10:32:57 AM »

shakeyeraz,

If connecting a cable between the send and return jacks fixes your problem, you can continue to run with the cable, or replace the return jack. If you find that the send jack tip connection is deformed and causes problems when you use the loop, you can gently bend the jack back into place if it's an open frame type of jack.

You can find jacks at any decent electronics parts outlet. I'd recommend using Switchcraft brand parts.

- nate.

mica · « **Reply #17 on:** November 26, 2003, 12:08:30 PM »

Before you try anything drastic, so the excecise routine - simply plug and unplug a cable in the jack 20-30 times. This is especially needed if you never use the effects loop or always leave something plugged in. This action cleans any corrosion off the contacts and solves 90% of F-1X woes.

Sound funny, but it really does work.

If you need to replace a jack, we've got some really nice Switchcraft jacks custom made for us that are superior to the Switchcraft standard ones we wre buying before.

shakeyeraz · « **Reply #18 on:** November 26, 2003, 05:47:41 PM »

I poked around with this today and I believe that it is the switching jacks. I was able to scrape them a bit to clean them and, once I did, the noise went away.

I'd like to replace each jack that has the built-in switch - I think that these are the Effects Return and the two input jacks. Please advise on how to order. I can replace them myself. Thanks and thank you to everyone on this thread for the assitance.