Pedal Parts / DIY

Switch - Carling, Mini Toggle, SPDT, 3 Position, Solder Lug
Carling mini-toggle switch, SPDT, Solder Lug, 3-Position, On/Off/On
$4.95
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
Potentiometer - Alpha, Audio, 9mm, Vertical, D-Shaft
Audio taper (log), vertical mount, Alpha pots with a 6mm D shaft. These 9mm pots are popular in DIY guitar pedals, synthesizers, and other projects. Mounting nut and washer included.
$1.90
¼" Jack - Fender®, Stereo, PC Mount, for Amps '88-'99
Original replacement for Fender® amps. ¼" Stereo Input Jack that has 9 PCB mount terminals.
$6.95
Power Jack - DC Panel Mount, Vintage Boss Style, 5.5mm External, 2.1mm Internal
This DC power jack is similar to those used on vintage MIJ Boss pedals and others. This jack has a 2.1mm pin for use with 5.5mm barrel plugs. Three solder lugs are available for tip, ring, and switch.
$0.64
Knob - Phenolic, Set Screw, Fairchild Style, Skirted
Phenolic skirted knobs with set screws and brass inserts. These skirted circular knobs are a close match for the classic knobs used on Fairchild compressors like the 660 / 670. They feature a V-shaped painted inlay indicator on the skirt as well as a dot indicator on the top of the grip. Fits ¼” (6.35mm) pot shafts. Pairs nicely with P-K347-30-X, P-K347-32-X, P-K347-52, P-K347-61 (see photo)
Starting at $5.30
Op-Amp - RC4558, Dual, Low Noise, 8-Pin DIP
RC4558 dual op amp in an 8-pin DIP package. The RC4558 device is a dual general-purpose operational amplifier, with each half electrically similar to the µA741, except that offset null capability is not provided. The high common-mode input voltage range and the absence of latch-up make this amplifier ideal for voltage-follower applications. The device is short-circuit protected, and the internal frequency compensation ensures stability without external components. Features
  • Continuous Short-Circuit Protection
  • Wide Common-Mode and Differential Voltage Ranges
  • No Frequency Compensation Required
  • Low Power Consumption
  • No Latch-Up
  • Unity-Gain Bandwidth: 3 MHz Typ
  • Gain and Phase Match Between Amplifiers
  • Low Noise: 8 nV/√Hz Typ at 1 kHz

Applications
  • DVD Recorders and Players
  • Pro Audio Mixers
$0.39
Nut & Washer - Panel, for Fender / Marshall Jacks
M12 x1.0 threading. Nut and washer set for panel-mounting jacks.
$1.55
package of 5
Tool Set - Rocket Sockets, Pepers’ Pedals, Complete Set
Rocket Sockets by Pepers' Pedals allow for the tightening of various nuts for jacks, potentiometers and switches on guitar effects pedals without scratching the enclosure and damaging the graphics or paint as the typical metal tools will do.
$14.95
Diode - OA74A, Amperex, Germanium, Black Glass
NOS OA74A germanium diodes from Amperex. OA74A diodes were used in many vintage electronics and also make for great clipping diodes in stompbox effects pedals. The red end is the cathode. OA74A is a near-exact replacement for OA81.
$1.89
Transistor - JFET, N-Channel, MMBFJ201, SOT-23
Surface mount MMBFJ201 JFET. Commonly used in place of the discontinued through-hole J201. These JFETs can be found in many effects pedals, synthesizers, and other projects. The MMBFJ201 is an N-Channel general purpose amplifier JFET. This device is designed primarily for low level audio and general purpose applications with high impedance signal sources.
$0.45
Transistor - SFT353, Germanium, 18B4 case, PNP
SFT353 PNP germanium transistors. The SFT353 is a popular PNP for fuzz pedals and other effects. This transistor is in a 18B4 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors. This style of package can be found in Italian built Vox Tonebenders.
$4.65
¼" Jack - Fender®, PC Mount, Mono
Original 4-pin Fender jack. Fits Fender amplifiers from 1988 - 1999. PC mount.
  • Direct replacement four-pin mono amplifier jack
  • Includes lock nut and washer
  • Fits Princeton® Chorus, Pro 185, BXR series, Stage™ 112SE, Ultimate Chorus™, Roc Pro™ Series, Performer series, Bronco™, '94 Twin®, Princeton 112+, Deluxe 112+, Automatic™ GT and Blues Junior™ amplifiers
$5.25
Transistor - BC182, General Purpose, TO-92 case, NPN
The BC182 is a general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The BC182 is commonly used in fuzz pedals and has a reputation as a warm sounding silicon transistor for fuzz. The BC182 has a more narrow hFE range than the BC183 which can be helpful for certain builds.
$0.35
¼" Jack - Switchcraft, Mono, transfer circuit
1/4" Mono 2 Conductor Jack, Transfer Circuit. Used in Fender, part number: 004-1701-000. Includes nut and washer.
$8.95
PCB - Charge Pump, -9V from +9V, 3PDT Switch Mount
3PDT switch mounted charge pump PCB for positive ground effects. This small PCB simplifies the wiring of 3PDT foot switches in guitar pedals while also offering -9V when used with a standard +9V power supply. This is a great option for positive ground effects such as vintage fuzz pedals. The circuit of this PCB also features a protection diode and an LED indicator for when the effect is engaged.
This board is compatible with the MAX1044, TC1044S, TC7660S, and LT1054 charge pump ICs.
$1.60
Transistor - BC209C, Silicon, TO-106 case, NPN
The BC209C is a silicon NPN transistor in a TO-106 case. The BC209C is primarily intended for general purpose audio applications. BC209C transistors were used in original silicon Fuzz Face® pedals as well as a variety of D*A*M pedals.
$3.49
Cloth Pedal Bag - 4” x 6”, 100% Cotton
Keep your pedals pristine with these 100% cotton bags. These drawstring bags are 4 in. x 6 in. and fit 1590B or smaller stompboxes. Cloth pedal bags are also great packaging for boutique pedal builders.
$0.75
Knob - Davies, 1919, Daka-ware, Large, Skirted Pointer
High-quality USA made knobs from Davies Molding. The large skirted 1919 pointer knob is made of solid phenolic and features an infilled indicator line. The pointer has an overall length of 1.25” and the skirt’s diameter is 1.13”. This knob shares design elements of the Davies 19xx knobs allowing for a uniform look while using a variety of knob shapes and styles.
  • Height: 0.625 in
  • Length: 1.25 in.
  • Fits ¼" shaft with set screw
$2.95
Ribbon Cable - Flexstrip, 6 Conductor
Six 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.
Starting at $1.49
Chassis Box - 1590XX, Diecast, 5.72" x 4.77" x 1.55"
5.72″ x 4.77″ x 1.55″ (145mm x 121mm x 39mm) diecast aluminum enclosure. Equivalent to the Hammond P-H1590XX enclosure. This large enclosure is great for bigger projects.
$8.80
Knob - Plastic, Knurled Shaft, 808 Style
Black textured plastic knobs with orange infilled indicator lines similar to the original knobs found on Roland TR-808 drum machines.These knobs feature a straight knurled grip. The large and medium sizes both have a skirt with a notched indicator. All sizes fit 6mm T18 knurled pot shafts.
Starting at $0.95
Switch - Carling, Mini Toggle, DPDT, 2 Position, Solder Lugs, Flatted
Carling mini-toggle switch, DPDT, ideal for phase switching, coil-tapping, series/parallel pickup switching in guitars. This switch features a flattened actuator.
  • 0.354" bushing length
  • 2 Position On-On
  • ¼" mounting hole diameter
  • Double pole/Double throw (DPDT)
$6.55
Knob - Black Control, White "V" Line
Set screw with brass insert, ¼" shaft. Measures 1.28" diameter x .71" tall.
$1.55