Remove the volume antenna?

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Is there a way to remove the volume antenna and make the theremin output a constant high volume tone unaffected by proximity?

I use a pedal for volume, and the volume antenna is limiting my possibilities in regards of my setup.
I will gladly open it up and rewire it if thats what it takes. I would need some instructions in that case though..

Any options?

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Have you tried to set the volume calibration knob at an extreme value? So that the max volume is reached at few centimeters?

3

There’s a document floating around (official from Moog) called modding and hotrodding your Etherwave. There’s a mod included (page 9) on how to reverse the volume antenna. That should do it for you. A bit of basic electronics involved, but the procedure is clearly explained.

There’s also a procedure (simpler) on how to control the Etherwave with an external pedal.

Here’s the link : HotRodding the Etherwave

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Perfect! Thanks.

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See my edit of previous message for an even simpler way to use a pedal. No need to solder anything if you make the small jumper out of female RS232 pin connectors (or equivalent). Old wire wrap technique would also work.

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Im seconds away from surgery here…

The instructions tell me to connect VCA OUT to +12V.
VCA OUT is already connected to something else..
Do I remove this connection? Or let it stay while adding the +12V to the party?

edit:
Remove old connection!