Roland D-50 Repair // Tact Switch Replacement
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2 жыл бұрынNot so difficult, just very time consuming, but hope seeing someone else do it is helpful!
I didn't quite emphasize the importance of clearing out the holes, and made it seem like an afterthought, but it is really important have a totally clear through hole for the new switches to fit correctly.
AND I realize how lame it is to say the keyboard repairs happened off screen, but I honestly didn't think what I was trying would actually solve it, wasn't worth setting up a new camera angle.
That's the price of just quickly tossing together a video lmao
These are the exact ones I ordered on mouser, not the only listing that will work. : www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/...
@grompling 2 жыл бұрын
Doing good work man. I know you can get punished by the algorithm for not posting within your usual niche, and I appreciate the fact that you hold helping out whoever might be looking for a tutorial over trying to get as many algorithm points as you can
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Ah cheers. Yeah, I have found myself relying on videos in the same vein for years, nothing as helpful as watching it done.
@coolguy2783 2 жыл бұрын
Even if there probably aren't many people out there specifically repairing buttons on this specific synth, videos like this are so damn helpful and are a godsend to the few people who do happen to end up dealing with the same issue. Content like this is much appreciated even if it may not get very many views; although I'm sure there are people like me who watch regardless because synth internals are super interesting to learn about, especially analog ones!
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Ah cheers, thank you! I wonder if thats a totally separate demographic of my viewers...
@justinjohnson4246 Жыл бұрын
As it happens I just got a d-50 and it looks like I need to replace a switch. The Key Mode switch is non functioning.
@justinjohnson3600 Жыл бұрын
@@justinjohnson4246 and it's fixed, thanks to this video!
@sauce_aux 2 жыл бұрын
My D-110 makes me want a D50 real bad. Good to see this repair documented, as there is a local listing for a unit with non-functioning switches. I’ll have to contact seller for more info, but this video was rather serendipitous today 😂 great video as always friend!
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Ah cheers, funny how that happens. Here's your sign, make em a low offer. lmao
@BrotherLemur 3 күн бұрын
I just found a D-50 that needs a bit of love and this was exactly what I was looking for! Several of the patch and bank buttons don't work so I really appreciate you including the link to the specific part.
@justjoeblow420 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy these repair videos in part because they do give me the idea of picking up some synths that need repairs and fixing them as a cheaper way to get my hands on some of these vintage synths I would like to have around.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Ahh cheers. Yeah, there's a surprising number of really sought after synths that just need a bit of work to be back in action.
@justjoeblow420 2 жыл бұрын
@@JorbLovesGear Yeah that's what I've been noticing and I don't mine having to do some repair work to get them back into top performing shape again.
@miguelromero6317 Жыл бұрын
Fiexd mine last weekend. Thanks for the video! I changed all the switches and retouched all the soldering points (Connectors, leds and diodes) Now is working like a charm
@copesounds 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help your views out a little. You have one of those soothing voices that are wonderful to hear as background noise, so I am happy to run your more esoteric videos in the background while I work on the computer.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Very kind, nice to hear that. Different ways to enjoy, clearly!
@espacemaxim 6 ай бұрын
Just got one of those and Jorb to the rescue, this video is what I desperately need!!!
@rocknreplay 2 жыл бұрын
I'm in the middle of restoring a D20, this is helpful. Most of my buttons are sluggish. I had to solder some jumpers on the key controller, because three of my keys were dead and no amount of cleaning or using a lead pencil brought them back. I literally just reformated to factory defaults. I have one more key to clean up, some how it lost it's soft touch but works if you pound on it, so my Multi-Timbral/Performance button is sticky. You have to hold it down, in order for it to activate. So I'm going to move forward with replacing the buttons. I bought this for less than $200. It'll be a great synth when I get it all finished. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
@SacSynths_Jack_Z 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty much all synths that came out around or after the D-50... Korg M1, Yamaha SY, etc. have to be opened from the bottom. It's a pain for sure! That dirt and grime is fairly common, especially if the synth was stored in a garage, etc. Thanks for doing repair videos, I'll keep watching ;)
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jack, if you're still watching I'll keep making them! hah
@GregThorneKTM500NB 6 ай бұрын
Appreciate you sharing your experience, knowledge and video of your D 50 repairs. I am about to pull our keyboardist D-50 apart and attempt to fix two dead keys and several of the Tact switches. Even better that you dropped the link to the electronics distributer. Thank you and keep up the good work and knowledge sharing. You have a new subscriber.
@Rollur1234 2 жыл бұрын
These repairing videos as well as the synthesizer and effect units reviews are great. I want a soldering iron and become an electrician, I am not kidding. Please continue. I am also interested in your sampling work. Hell, I am also unemployed but I really find your videos inspiring because I want to find a new path. Rock on, Jorb!
@SpikesStudio3 2 жыл бұрын
Hey bro, there is a level at which fixing a synth is like fixing a piece of your life. I have always loved doing it. "If you synth, you solder"
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Lmao, this is very true. Particularly the old ones!
@legitimatefrenzy 2 жыл бұрын
I never would have Imagined you needed to switch 50 tactile switches! I've found most used keyboards get super dusty over time. I got a Juno g and it was filled with dust and cat hair
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Isn't that surprising, that ALL of them were in bad shape? There's a good chance reseating the ribbon cables had some positive impact as well, and I wouldn't have had to replace them all, but checking continuity, dozens weren't working right. Cat hair is worse. lol
@andrewjustin174 11 ай бұрын
I will be diving into my Wavestate as it seems, the utility button is no longer working. Nice video. By the way, your East Beast and West Pest demos definitely helped to sell me. I love those little synths.
@JorbLovesGear 11 ай бұрын
🙏🙏🙏
@pascalvanelstlande6954 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I did it already for my Korg M1. Today I bought the ones for the D50 , or a part of them. the shop didn't have enough of them in stock. upcoming weeks will be my turn to repair the legandary D-50. thanks for showing up how to do.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
🙏🙏
@pascalvanelstlande6954 2 жыл бұрын
Job done
@dariuseviltwin 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Thankfully, every switch on mine still works but I have 4 or 5 dead keys that I've been putting off doing for years. It's basically a sound module now but I'm missing playing that beautiful keyboard.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Wish I had good footage of any key repair stuff, I've done it a few times but never had the camera on. One more thing to worry about while working, I guess.
@SirRigbyBaconKaiser 2 жыл бұрын
Hmm, this video has made me realize that, I might need to check my switches on my D70. Not used it in a while.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Ahh, and now you know how to fix em if you want to ! haha
@deantiquisetnovis Ай бұрын
Fixing mine right now. Giving it new electrolytic capacitors as well. A desoldering gun helps greatly in the process!
@Organistcomposer21 5 ай бұрын
amazing work!
@pizzagogo6151 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jorb, I know the repair vids probably don’t do well viewer wise but I find them super helpful 🤔 - Dont have a D50 but this will be really useful guide as I’m sure I’ll have to do this to one of my synths I the near future ☺️. ( ps. I did send you an email about the ax60 , not important just seeing if you received it?,thanks).
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you said something, it was marked as spam!
@blackdownAV 2 жыл бұрын
super helpful and clear. thank you!
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Thats the goal, cheers
@dadonutslvl90 7 ай бұрын
I've found this can be followed similarly for 90s Roland digital keys as well in how the design layout worked
@dadonutslvl90 7 ай бұрын
XP series which should be similar to JV I'd reckon :)
@truthkeny2388 Жыл бұрын
Can i ask please how you clean/repair the aftertouch strip? there is a cover on the strip from above and I don't know if I take it off or if I will be able to put it back on Thank you!
@DaraM73 2 жыл бұрын
Always check the aftertouch ribbon for cracks too
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Mine is really really stiff, I think it will need some attention soon. Need some conductive paint first!
@tubefixxer 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Just picked up a D-50. No sound and 1 button is flaky..so I have opened it up hey but this video helped me see how you did it. Do you where I can get some of the buttons?
@JorbLovesGear 8 ай бұрын
mouser i like, digikey i like
@williamlowery5742 4 ай бұрын
Hi great vd. I have a roland vs880 recorder that needs aplay button tectile! Do you know what type I need? thanks
@ferrebertonibertone5933 Жыл бұрын
I bought a D20 a few months ago, which I thought I would get lucky that it will all good but I was not all the knobs are dead (not individully knob, but all of them), which is more dificult to analise the problem. the keys are oke but the only sound that come out is just piano ... you can't change it to any sound else and they happenned to divided to double mode ... lower keys are single finger mode and the upper key are pianos sound.... Can you please give me some advice what would I should do ..... ps. the volume and pitch control are working knob = Tact switch BIG thanx
@_P_M_ 2 жыл бұрын
Jorb, are you an electronics guy or more of a tinkerer? I've done surgery on some of my gear (displays, batteries, odds-n-ends) but I always just asked questions and tried to figure it out as I went and tried not to screw anything up or dig too deep. If you are knowledgeable on power supplies I would be very interested in any videos you make. Good video!
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
I'm well practiced with soldering and diagnosing shit, but not much proper engineering experience. Just been fixing shit since like high school.
@britesynth Жыл бұрын
Would you happen to know what tactile switch is used for a juno d? 5mm 2 legs 4 legs? Thanks
@kylew706 3 ай бұрын
I got a d50. It makes sounds but there’s a ton of noise on the output. I replaced all electrolytics, battery, audio jacks, still no luck. I’m dreading it might be a deeper issue. Any insight or ideas?
@user-jy3qe3zv7t Ай бұрын
Bonjour je suis actuellement entrain de nettoyer mon D50, sauf si les boutons sont vraiment abimés, ce qu'il n'est pas mon cas, est il nécessaire de les changer ou comme je suis actuellement entrain de faire je les nettoient avec une bombe de contact diélectrique et cela suffirait à leur redonné une meilleur connectivité...et merci pour le lien cdlt
@jeanfrancoisnolin340 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe I'm wrong, but it's the same parts used in the Korg M1?
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
These little panel mount closed-contact tact switches are really common, maybe so.
@jeanfrancoisnolin340 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have a part number or a reference part for order?
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Link in the description!
@DannoBoston 2 жыл бұрын
My D-50 has one tact switch failed. I think a few more are going to have to fail before I go through this much work. haha
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
All depends on which one is bad! Lol
@pascalvanelstlande6954 2 жыл бұрын
Buy new ones but look good they are not chinese ones and the prices online are much to high. I bought them in a local shop in Belgium at 20 % of the online prices. I payed 16 € for 40 pieces.
@edwardhanson318 2 жыл бұрын
Where can I obtain these "tact switches,"?
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Theres a link in the description, I get parts from mouser or Digikey
@davidmusic4407 7 ай бұрын
Do you know where to find the Tact Switch at a good price?
@JorbLovesGear 7 ай бұрын
Any electronics supply, mouser, tayda, digikey,
@odiroot 2 жыл бұрын
Whoa, the keys are actually weighted.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Good eye!
@odiroot 2 жыл бұрын
@@JorbLovesGear I thought it's dirt/grime at first :D
@itsJoel59 Жыл бұрын
What temperature do you have when soldering?
@JorbLovesGear Жыл бұрын
My soldering iron is cheap, just gets hot or doesn't.... Haha
@itsJoel59 Жыл бұрын
@@JorbLovesGear fair enough!! 😂
@Ya_parker 2 жыл бұрын
Can you repair my WZ KD?
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
It's already pristine king
@ageshero 2 жыл бұрын
Oh man, i love synths, but this is alot of info for me lol.
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Lmao, thanks for checking in anyway.
@ageshero 2 жыл бұрын
@@JorbLovesGear I’m certain you’re explaining it right, but my brain was having trouble processing. I do have a d50 and the buttons don’t want to work all the time, so I still watched lol!
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
Oh cheers, hope its helpful on some level, then. Ask questions if you're trying to do it!
@pascalvanelstlande6954 2 жыл бұрын
@@ageshero go and get the tacktle switches and have a try . I did it already in the past on a Korg M1. now he ors is she is working properly. next will be the D50
@peterldelong 2 жыл бұрын
If I had a dollar for every 80’s synth tact switch I’ve replaced…
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
You could buy 20x the tact switches you used. LOL
@orka268 2 жыл бұрын
Repair kit inbound
@JorbLovesGear 2 жыл бұрын
He's on it today
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