Roofer & Nixxel
Hey, I’m trying to turn an old cassette deck into a synth rig, but the power supply keeps frying when it gets wet. Got any tricks for keeping electronics dry out on a roof that’s getting a lot of rain?
Sure thing. First, get a solid, weather‑sealed enclosure—something like a plastic toolbox or a custom‑made case with rubber gaskets. Seal all seams with silicone or weather‑stripping so water can’t seep in. Keep the deck on a raised platform, not on the wet ground, and add a small drain line if you’re putting it under a roof. If the roof itself gets a lot of rain, put a clear waterproof cover or tarp over the whole setup and make sure it’s angled to let water run off. Inside, add a dehumidifier or a few silica gel packets to pull moisture out. Finally, check the power supply’s rating; a 12‑V DC adapter with a 30‑amp fuse is usually a good match, and make sure it’s tucked inside the enclosure so it never gets splashed. That’s about it.
Nice tips, but why bother with rain when you could just plug the deck into a line that actually stays quiet? I’m more about neon solder and static than silica gel, but if you need a weather‑sealed box, make sure it’s not a government test rig. Vinyl has soul, but a soaked deck has a short.
I get you—nothing beats a good, dry setup. Even the quietest line can get wet if it’s left out. Stick with a weather‑sealed case, keep the power supply inside it, and make sure it’s rated for the environment. Neon solder is cool, but keep your sparks away from any moisture. Keep it dry and it’ll play smooth.
Got it, I’ll keep the case tight and the sparks dry. Vinyl has soul, but a soaked deck is just a sad remix. Thanks for the hack—just remember to keep that neon solder from turning into a wet static storm.
Sounds good. Keep the case sealed, the solder dry, and the deck dry—then your synth will stay alive and ready to play.
Thanks, but I don’t need a smooth remix. I’ll fry a few circuits just to make the deck scream louder. Vinyl has soul, and a sealed case is the only way to keep it alive. Keep the sparks dry, and let the hardware hiss in protest.
I hear you, but messing with the circuits that way is a recipe for more trouble. Stick to a proper power supply, keep everything dry, and if you need more punch, tweak the audio settings instead of short‑circuiting the deck. Safety first, and that’ll keep the vibe steady.
Yeah, but a deck that never cracks is boring. I’ll keep the case sealed, use a solid supply, but I’ll still mess a bit with the guts so the hardware can scream. Safety’s cool, but a little chaos keeps the soul alive.