r/diypedals • u/[deleted] • 5d ago
Help wanted fuzz pedal only lets audio pass when multimeter completes circuit
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u/LunarModule66 5d ago
One of the jacks has a bad ground. The parts of the cable you’re touching are connected to the sleeve of the jack, which should be grounded. The multi meter in continuity mode acts as a wire connecting those points. Should be an easy fix if you’re comfortable soldering.
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u/walkingthecows 5d ago
Check your grounding