Getting Started Last updated: 2023-07-12

How To Use This Site

This is an Adaptive, Interactive Book

There are 2 versions of this book: Quick, and Comprehensive. You can switch between them with the buttons at the bottom of the page.

Buttons to switch between quick and comprehensive

If you just want to get your kit built, and don't want to learn more than necessary, don't want extra tips and helpful context, choose "Quick." Try pressing the "Quick" button below to see the content change.

Most readers would be better served by staying with the "Comprehensive" version to get the most out of the experience. Press "Comprehensive" to switch back.

NOTE: Comprehensive Content

Some content will only display when the comprehensive guide is selected. This box is an example of that.

If you want the full pedal building and learning experience, and have the time, select "Comprehensive" at the bottom of the page.

Warning: Quick Content

You're currently viewing the "Quick" version of this guide.

If you just want to get your pedal built, but don't need much hand-holding and don't want to learn anything, you're in the right place!

Otherwise if you prefer the full pedal building and learning experience, and have the time, select "Comprehensive" at the bottom of the page.

Skimmable

I've tried to put all the most important points in bold so that you can skim this book more quickly. This may be helpful, for example, if you have quite a bit of experience already and are just trying to fill gaps in your knowledge. You can scan the bold points then decide if you already have a firm grasp of those topics or not.

For most people, on the other hand, I recommend you read the whole book. The bold text can be used to help you ensure you remember the most critical information.

Track Your Progress

Checkboxes will appear in the site menu for each page you visit, helping you remember where you left off and what you may have skipped.

 

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