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MGV Distortion (Marshall^™ Guv'nor^™ Replica) Project

This project is based on the Marshall Guv'nor and also the Danelectro Daddyo, which is basically the same circuit as the Guv'nor with input and output buffers added. This is a very versatile distortion effect, one of the best ever made in our opinion. With the tone controls, it is possible to get a nice variety of sounds.

We utilized the space in the lower right section of the PCB to install the clippers and wired them to the toggle switch.  This adds another set of sounds to the effect.

• General Build Instructions
• MGV Build Instructions
• MGV Bill of Materials
• MGV Schematic with modern improvements
• MGV Parts Layout/Wiring Diagram, Stage 1 Wiring
• MGV Parts Layout/Wiring Diagram, Stage 2 Wiring
• MGV Parts Layout/Wiring Diagram, Stage 3 Wiring
• MGV Parts Layout/Wiring Diagram, All Wiring
• MGV Ready-For-Transfer Printed Circuit Board Layout  - For use only if you are a complete DIY person who wants to etch and drill your own PCB.  Otherwise, we recommend you ignore this PCB mask and buy the Ready-to-Solder Printed Circuit Board or Complete Kit from the links below.

• Original Marshall^™ Guv'nor^™ Schematic (For reference only)

Buy a MGV Complete Kit. Includes all the parts and materials you need to build one, all for about the price you would pay for a PCB and parts.

Would you like a Ready to Solder Circuit Board for this project? Note: If you buy the kit, the Ready-to-Solder Printed Circuit Board (RTS PCB) is included in the kit.  You do not need to purchase this Ready to Solder Circuit Printed Board if you buy the kit.

• A sound sample of a Marshall Guv'nor from The Tone Frenzy Site.