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    andrekrv
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    Hello! I am Andre from Brazil, I got a used Russian Big Muff that sometimes sounds awesome and quieter with barely any noise at all, (quieter than my Maxon tube screamer when engaged). But somedays it is sounding like this:

    I dunno what can be causing this noise, sometimes I insist on playing and the noises seem to fade away, but the majority of the time, it is unplayable.

    the problem persists either on 9v battery or powered by a power supply.

    The guitar is shielded, and with other pedals, it barely makes any noise. (You can see when I turn in the tube screamer with a compressor. the noise suppressor was off for the purpose to show the noise my rig has.

    So, any ideas on how I can repair my Russian big muff? I know a little about electronics ( been repairing and modding old video games for some time).

    It is really hard to find this pedal here. it costs a month of work in Brazilian Reals :/

    So, please I am kindly asking for some directions to try to repair it. This is my first pedal from Electro Harmonix the sound is amazing when it is not involved in a wall of noise.

    #191313
    EHX STAFF
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    Sorry!
    Please write the techs at info@ehx.com
    They can help you out.

    #199331
    treiiksa
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    Since the problem persists whether you’re using a 9V battery or a power supply, it’s likely not a power-related issue. You mentioned that your guitar is shielded and that other pedals don’t produce as much noise, which is a good sign.

    Considering you have some experience with electronics, there are a few things you can try to repair your Russian Big Muff. First, check the pedal’s connections and make sure all cables are properly plugged in. Sometimes loose connections can introduce unwanted noise. Next, inspect the internal components for any signs of damage or loose parts. If you notice anything suspicious, try resoldering the connections or replacing faulty components.

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