Can one Tap Tempo switch operate two devices?

[telewacker]

I have a Digitech FS300 three button fs to control my Timefactor and I was wondering if I can use the switch that I've assigned to operate the tap tempo function to do the same for another pedal (I'm planning on getting a Strymon Flint when they become available). Could I install another 1/4" jack and connect it in parallel to the wires on the switch, or would I need to replace the switch with another type? Any ideas?

[Bufferz]

yes, you could do that - or you could use a mono y cable to avoid drilling solder etc.

[Laurie]

Ummm... I wouldn't wire two pedals tap-tempo inputs in parallel. You might be OK but it is possible that great damage could be done, depending on how each pedal implements external tap-tempo.

A safer way to do it would be to use a separate set of contacts on the switch. Assuming the existing switch is SPDT (3 lugs) you might need to buy a DPDT (6 lug) switch. If the existing switch is DPDT (6 lug) but only one side of it is being used, you will be able to use the other side.

[tdk8709]

I have my Nova, M9, and 2 DD5's on on T1M mini tap and it's fine. Only problem is that the M9 is NC while the others are NO so I have to tap fluently to get them exactly in sync.

[telewacker]

I have my Nova, M9, and 2 DD5's on on T1M mini tap and it's fine. Only problem is that the M9 is NC while the others are NO so I have to tap fluently to get them exactly in sync.

Can you explain what NC vs NO means?

[treeuh]

I've done this by modding a junction box I made. Basically I had two IN and two OUT jacks and basically rewired it so that I could plug one Boss FS5U into the 'junction box' and send the signal to both OUT A and B which were connected to two delay pedals.

The Digitech switch you mentioned could be rewired, but I think it'd be easier to do what bufferz said and just use a splitter... that said, drilling and soldering would look a bit cleaner IMO...

[telewacker]

I've done this by modding a junction box I made. Basically I had two IN and two OUT jacks and basically rewired it so that I could plug one Boss FS5U into the 'junction box' and send the signal to both OUT A and B which were connected to two delay pedals.

The Digitech switch you mentioned could be rewired, but I think it'd be easier to do what bufferz said and just use a splitter... that said, drilling and soldering would look a bit cleaner IMO...

Drilling and soldering would take 10 minutes and would indeed be cleaner. Easy enough.

[GASaholic]

Can you explain what NC vs NO means?

Normally closed vs normally open (switch contacts)

[tdk8709]

Normally closed vs normally open (switch contacts)

This. When the pedals receiving the signal are opposite, I have to tap and release at exactly the same interval (to open and close the circuit). Took practice but NBD now.

[telewacker]

This. When the pedals receiving the signal are opposite, I have to tap and release at exactly the same interval (to open and close the circuit). Took practice but NBD now.

Got it. Thanks.

[2-Bute]

This:

http://www.jhv3.com/master-tap-1-3-active/

There are simpler, cheaper options but if you want something with multiple isolated outs that can solve NO/NC issues for you without having to tap in a special way, and that can also handle pedals with latching tap-logic, this is the best I've found.

*Disclaimer* I don't own one yet so can't speak to the company but I will at some point.

He also has some interesting upcoming projects on the home page:

"News:

Ghost Drive for $279 - April 2012!
Identical circuit with same highest quality parts, housed in a beautiful case that’s more feasible to produce.

MasterTap Pro MIDI - Mid 2012
Compatible with Eventide, Line6, Strymon, T-Rex, and others that will respond to song tempo or tap signals via MIDI. Syncs BPM between your MIDI and non-MIDI devices. Will receive, translate and send MIDI tempo to no MIDI pedals with tap tempo.

Master Tap Pro w/ Presets - 2012
Dial in BPM via encoder knob and numeric display and store it one of over 24 locations. 4 character LED display for quick reference.

Remote Controlled True Bypass Looper with 24+ scenes, MIDI transmit, MTPro Circuit - 2012
(Remote Looper with presets, MTPro and Ping/Pulse available now)"

[tdk8709]

This:

http://www.jhv3.com/master-tap-1-3-active/

There are simpler, cheaper options but if you want something with multiple isolated outs that can solve NO/NC issues for you without having to tap in a special way, and that can also handle pedals with latching tap-logic, this is the best I've found.

*Disclaimer* I don't own one yet so can't speak to the company but I will at some point.

Yea, that's my next purchase when I have some spare cash.

[sodapopinski]

This:

http://www.jhv3.com/master-tap-1-3-active/

There are simpler, cheaper options but if you want something with multiple isolated outs that can solve NO/NC issues for you without having to tap in a special way, and that can also handle pedals with latching tap-logic, this is the best I've found.

*Disclaimer* I don't own one yet so can't speak to the company but I will at some point.

He also has some interesting upcoming projects on the home page:

"News:

Ghost Drive for $279 - April 2012!
Identical circuit with same highest quality parts, housed in a beautiful case that’s more feasible to produce.

MasterTap Pro MIDI - Mid 2012
Compatible with Eventide, Line6, Strymon, T-Rex, and others that will respond to song tempo or tap signals via MIDI. Syncs BPM between your MIDI and non-MIDI devices. Will receive, translate and send MIDI tempo to no MIDI pedals with tap tempo.

Master Tap Pro w/ Presets - 2012
Dial in BPM via encoder knob and numeric display and store it one of over 24 locations. 4 character LED display for quick reference.

Remote Controlled True Bypass Looper with 24+ scenes, MIDI transmit, MTPro Circuit - 2012
(Remote Looper with presets, MTPro and Ping/Pulse available now)"
sounds interesting... I'm curious to how they'll turn out.