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Difference in sound between different color LEDs

Posted: 02 May 2017, 21:43
by SpikeVelvet
I'm a relative n00b at this and I am curious to know if there is a difference in sound between different colored LEDs when used as clipping diodes in an OD/Distortion circuit. I know the forward voltage ratings differ but does that affect the sound of the end product?

Thanks

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Re: Difference in sound between different color LEDs

Posted: 03 May 2017, 08:12
by Manfred
SpikeVelvet wrote:I'm a relative n00b at this and I am curious to know if there is a difference in sound between different colored LEDs when used as clipping diodes in an OD/Distortion circuit. I know the forward voltage ratings differ but does that affect the sound of the end product?

Thanks

Moderator: I don't know if this is the right location to post this so please move as you see fit
Have a look at this page, there you will find the LED Datasheets.
http://www.kingbright.com/content/listitem/psearch/56
Dependent on material the traced curves shows different shapes and treshold voltages.
The treshhold voltage determines the compression,
the curve shape determines the harmonics contain
which finally affects the sound sound spectrum.

Re: Difference in sound between different color LEDs

Posted: 03 May 2017, 13:42
by SpikeVelvet
Thanks!!