Ibanez TS5 Mods

The IBANEZ Tube Screamer Overdrive Pedal line is a great tone addition to any electric guitarist, even on a limited budget! 

The TS5 and TS7 models are no slouches when compared to other overdrive units out there!   (Analogman said it right when referring to the TS5 pedal as cheesy.)

The Ibanez TS5 (sound tank) is a nice budget pedal when these mods are applied!

Here is the Ibanez TS5 mod in detail:

 I have included a chart of components in this effect pedal mod article.  In addition to the electronic components listed in the photo, I removed the original op amp and soldered an 8-pin chip socket in its place so the chip can be changed out if desired.

The capacitor changes increased the bass response nicely.

TS-808 MOD:
I also changed out R34 (from 470 ohms to 100 ohms) and R35 (from 100K ohms to 10K ohms).  This represents the TS-808 specification mod.

 Remember to follow safety precautions when performing any effect pedal modifications with a soldering iron.  By performing any of the modifications listed on ultimateguitartone.com you certify that you have read our disclaimers.

Quest on friends...

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