Pedal Parts / DIY

Op-Amp - NE5534, Single, Low Noise, Audio, 8-Pin DIP
NE5534 single op amp in an 8-pin DIP package. The NE5534 device is a high-performance operational amplifier combining excellent dc and ac characteristics. Some of the features include very low noise, high output-drive capability, high unity-gain and maximum-output-swing bandwidths, low distortion, and high slew rate. These operational amplifiers are compensated internally for a gain equal to or greater than three. Optimization of the frequency response for various applications can be obtained by use of an external compensation capacitor between COMP and COMP/BAL.
$1.15
Potentiometer - Alpha, Linear, Solid Shaft, PC Lead, 16mm
Alpha Mini Pots with solid shaft and short PC mount terminals.
  • Threading: M7 x 0.75
  • Distance between terminals: 5 mm (0.197”)
  • Lead Depth from Panel: 3.8 mm (0.150”)
  • Lead Distance from shaft center: 12.5 mm + 3.5 mm (0.492” + 0.138”)
  • Lead Thickness: 0.5 mm (0.020”)
$1.15
Knob - Plastic, Set Screw, MXR Style, 0.755" Diameter
Mid-sized black plastic control knob with set screw and brass insert. This knob is similar in appearance to the classic MXR knobs but with a smaller diameter. It features a fluted grip with an indicator line along with a small skirt with a dot indicator. Fits ¼” (6.35mm) pot shafts.
$1.15
CMOS - CD4030, Quad XOR (Exclusive-OR) Gate, 14-Pin DIP
CD4030B types consist of four independent Exclusive-OR gates. THe CD4030B provides the system designer with a means for direct implementation of the Exclusive-OR function. Features:
  • Medium-speed operation—tPHL, tPLH = 65 ns (typ.) at VDD = 10 V, CL = 50 pF
  • 100% tested for quiescent current at 20 V
  • Standardized, symmetrical output characteristics
  • 5-V, 10-V, and 15-V parametric ratings
  • Maximum input current of 1 µA at 18 V over full package-temperature range; 100 nA at 18 V and 25°C
  • Noise margin (over full package-temperature range) =
    • 1 V at VDD = 5 V
    • 2 V at VDD = 10 V
    • 2.5 V at VDD = 15 V
  • Meets all requirements of JEDEC Tentative Standard No.
$1.15
Turret Strip - 9 Lugs, Single Row, U-style
Single row of 9 U-style terminals on a black board. The U-style terminal strips are spaced 8.3mm apart allowing for more densely populated point-to-point builds. The boards are 0.063” thick.
$1.15
Battery Holder - AA, Chassis Mount, Wired, Single
Prewired AA battery holder. This plastic battery holder fits a single AA battery and is a great option for vintage fuzz pedals that run on 1.5V, such as the Maestro FZ-1A.
$1.15
Transistor - BC108, TO-18 case, NPN
BC108 NPN silicon transistors. The BC108 is a popular NPN choice for fuzz pedals and other effects such as vintage silicon Fuzz Face builds and Big Muff clones. Type hFE (IC=2mA, VCE=5V) hfe (IC=2mA, VCE=5V, f=1KHz) BC108A 110-220 125-260 BC108B 200-450 240-500 BC108C 420-800 450-900
  • NPN polarity
  • Collector emitter breakdown voltage 25V
  • Collector base breakdown voltage 30V
  • Collector current 200mA
  • Power 0.75W
  • Transition frequency 150MHz
  • TO-18 case
  • Weight 0.35g
$1.19
Op-Amp - LM833, Dual, Low Distortion, Audio, 8-Pin DIP
LM833 dual op amp in an 8-pin dip package. The LM833 is a dual general purpose operational amplifier designed with particular emphasis on performance in audio systems. This dual amplifier IC utilizes new circuit and processing techniques to deliver low noise, high speed and wide bandwidth without increasing external components or decreasing stability. The LM833 is internally compensated for all closed loop gains and is therefore optimized for all preamp and high level stages in PCM and HiFi systems. The LM833 is pin-for-pin compatible with industry standard dual operational amplifiers. Features
  • Wide dynamic range: >140dB
  • Low input noise voltage: 4.5nV/ √ ^Hz
  • High slew rate: 7 V/μs (typ); 5V/μs (min)
  • High gain bandwidth: 15MHz (typ); 10MHz (min)
  • Wide power bandwidth: 120KHz
  • Low distortion: 0.002%
  • Low offset voltage: 0.3mV
  • Large phase margin: 60°
$1.19
Knob - Phenolic, Set Screw, Gaunt Chicken Head
High quality chicken head knobs with vintage gaunt design. The gaunt chicken head has a thinner band that extends above the base allowing for easy manipulation of the knob. This knob has a thick infilled indicator line and is made of solid phenolic. Fits 0.25” (6.35mm) shafts with set screw and brass insert.
  • Height: 0.67 in.
  • Length: 1.26 in.
  • Fits ¼" shaft with set screw
$1.20
¼" Jack - Rean, horizontal, switched, PC mount
Horizontal 1/4" jack, all contacts switched, chrome ferrule nut
Starting at $1.20
Battery Clip - Vintage Style, 9 Volt, Fiberboard Frame
9V battery clip with a fiberboard frame. This high quality battery snap features tinned brass eyelets that secure the nickel-plated steel contacts to the fiberboard. Wires can be soldered directly to the eyelets allowing for custom length battery connections. This fiberboard style is similar to the 9V battery connectors in vintage electronics such as the Arbiter Fuzz Face.
$1.20
Knob - Chicken Head, Push-On, for knurled shaft
Colors Available:
High quality black plastic chickenhead knob. 1-1/4" in length. Push-on for split knurled shaft.
Starting at $1.20
Ribbon Cable - Flexstrip, 8 Conductor
Eight conductor Flexstrip ribbons cables. These ribbons feature a nomex insulator so there are no melting issues when soldering. Unlike typical ribbon cables, the wires are designed to distribute the stress of the bend and vibrations throughout the entire cable rather than directly on the solder joints. These cables are a great choice for PCB to PCB connections in pedals, synths, and other electronics. The spacing is .1" (2.54mm).
Starting at $1.20
Battery Clip - Premium, 9 Volt, Rigid Frame, I-Style
Premium 9V battery clip with a rigid plastic frame and I-style wire orientation. This high quality battery snap features nickel-plated phosphor bronze contacts. The six inch leads are 26 AWG stranded wire, prestripped and tinned for an easy installation.
$1.20
Transistor - 2N5485, JFET, N-Channel,TO-92
2N5485 N-channel JFET in a TO-92 package. The 2N5485 is an N−channel junction field effect transistors designed for RF amplifier and mixer applications. These devices operate well in the VHF/UHF frequency range.
$1.25
Nut - Dress Nut, Threaded Through, For Mini Toggle Switches
Threaded through dress nuts for use with mini toggle switches. Unlike the other versions of this dress nut, this nut is not capped allowing the nut to thread past the top of the switch’s bushing. The uncapped top can be useful where internal depth is an issue such as parallel PCB mounting. These plated dress nuts feature a chamfered edge for a professional look and work on any 1/4-40 UNS threaded bushing. Two sides are flatted for use with a tool when fastening.
$1.25
Potentiometer - Alpha, Audio, Solid Shaft, Right Angle, 16mm
Alpha Mini Pots with solid shaft and long PC mount terminals.
  • Threading: M7 x 0.75
  • Distance between terminals: 5 mm (0.197”)
  • Lead Depth from Panel: 10.7 mm + 5 mm (0.421” + 0.197”)
  • Lead Distance from shaft center: 16 mm (0.630”)
  • Lead Thickness: 0.5 mm (0.020”)
$1.25
PCB - SMD to Thru-Hole Adapter, SOIC-8 to DIP-8
PCB for converting SMD SOIC-8 packages to through hole DIP-8 footprints. Solder the device to this PCB then attach pin headers (sold seperately) to connect to through hole footprints on PCBs, breadboards and IC sockets.
$1.25
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Battery Holder - 9V, Chassis Mount, Vertical
High quality chassis mount battery holder. This steel holder fits standard 9V batteries. The vertical mount and small footprint of the holder are great for narrow spaces and work well for any project. See S-H158 for horizontal-mount.
$1.25
Trimmer - Bourns, 3362P, Single Turn, Top Adjust, PCB Mount
High-quality Bourns 3362P trimpots. These single-turn cermet trimmers can be found in countless guitar pedals and synthesizer modules. Sealed trimmers are built with an o-ring seal to prevent entrance of moisture and serve as a mechanical restraint to prevent unwanted wiper movement. ±10% tolerance.
Starting at $1.25
Battery Holder - 9V, Chassis Mount, Horizontal
High quality chassis mount battery holder. This steel holder fits standard 9V batteries. The horizontal mount and small footprint of the holder allows for easy placement where vertical space is limited.
$1.25
Washer - CTS, Flat, for Potentiometers
Flat washer for 3/8" bushing. Perfect fit for CTS potentiometers. Package of 10.
$1.25
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Transistor - 2N5459, JFET, N-Channel,TO-92
2N5459 N-channel JFET in a TO-92 package. The 2N5459 is an N−channel junction field effect transistors, depletion mode (Type A), designed for audio and switching applications. Features
  • N−Channel for Higher Gain
  • Drain and Source Interchangeable
  • High AC Input Impedance
  • High DC Input Resistance
  • Low Transfer and Input Capacitance
  • Low Cross−Modulation and Intermodulation Distortion
$1.25
Nut - M8x0.75 hex, for potentiometers / switches / jacks
M8 x 0.75 threaded hex nut. For use on potentiometers, switches, and jacks.
$1.25
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