Pedal Parts / DIY

Transistor - BC183L, General Purpose, TO-92 case, NPN
The BC183L is a general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The BC183L is commonly used in fuzz pedals and has a reputation as a warm sounding silicon transistor for fuzz. The BC183L was used in some of the earliest silicon Fuzz Face pedals. The ECB pinout matches the arrangement on the P-PC-FUZZ-ISS2-BRN Iss. 2 PCB
  • NPN polarity
  • Collector emitter breakdown voltage 30V
  • Collector base breakdown voltage 45V
  • Collector current 100mA
  • Power 1W
  • Transition frequency 120MHz
  • TO-92 case
$0.35
Transistor - BC181, Texas Instruments, TO-92 case, PNP
The BC181 is a general purpose PNP transistor manufactured by Texas Instruments. This low-power PNP bipolar junction transistor is in a TO-92 case.
$0.35
Dust Cap - For DC Power Jack, Low Profile Size
Dust cover for smaller low profile DC power jacks. This cover is simple to install and can help protect the power jack on effects pedals and other electronics using this style of DC jack. Jack sold separately.
$0.35
Dust Cap - For DC Power Jack, Standard Size
Dust cover for standard size DC power jacks. This cover is simple to install and can help protect the power jack on effects pedals and other electronics using this style of DC jack. Jack sold separately.
$0.35
Transistor - BC560, General Purpose, TO-92 case, PNP
The BC560 is a silicon general purpose PNP transistor in a TO-92 package. The BC560’s typical applications include signal processing, amplification, and switching.
$0.35
Capacitor - 2000V, Ceramic Disc, ± 10%
Ceramic disc capacitors rated for up to 2kV, ± 10% tolerance.
Starting at $0.35
Crystal - 32.768 kHz, 12.5pF, 3x8mm
Through-hole mount crystal with a 32.768 kHz (32768 Hz) frequency. This crystal has a 12.5pF capacitance and is housed in a 3mm x 8mm package that is commonly used with Spin FV-1 chips. Features:
  • 32.768 kHz Frequency
  • 3x8mm Cylinder Case
  • Through Hole
  • 12.5pF
$0.35
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
Transistor - 2N3392, Silicon, TO-92 case, NPN
The 2N3392 is a general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The 2N3392 is used in some original silicon Fuzz Face pedals as well as the Brassmaster fuzz.
$0.39
Transistor - 2N3704, Silicon, TO-92 case, NPN
The 2N3704 is a general purpose silicon NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The 2N3704 is primarily intended for general purpose amplification and switching applications.
$0.39
Diode - BAT41, Schottky, Small Signal
The BAT41 is a schottky diode used in many DIY projects. General purpose metal to silicon diode featuring very low turn-on voltage and fast switching. This device has integrated protection against excessive voltage such as electrostatic discharges.
$0.39
Lock Washer - Grounding, for S4 jack socket
EMI / RFI screen (grounding washer) for S2 and S4 Cliff jack sockets. This lock washer is added to S2/S4 Cliff jacks to provide a chassis/shield connection for the connection. Jacks sold separately.
$0.39
Transistor - 2N5089, TO-92 case, NPN
General purpose low level, low noise amplifier. Silicon NPN transistor.
$0.39
Capacitor - 100V, Polyester Film Inductive
Polyester film dielectric, aluminum foil electrode, copperply leads and epoxy resin coating in inductive type.
  • Small size, light weight and low cost
  • Dissipation factor is small because the leads are directly welded to electrodes
  • Epoxy resin vacuum-dipped enhances the mechanical strength, humidity resistance
  • 100 volt rating
  • Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C.
  • Package of 5
Starting at $0.40
package of 5
Diode - standard recovery rectifier, 3A, 1000V, 1N5408
1N5408 Diode. Lead mounted standard recovery rectifiers are designed for use in power supplies and other applications having need of a device with the following features:
  • High Current to Small Size
  • High Surge Current Capability
  • Low Forward Voltage Drop
$0.43
Diode - Fast Recovery, 1A, 600V, 1N4937
A semiconductor device that, above a certain reverse voltage(the zener value) has a sudden rise in current. If forward biased, the diode is an ordinary rectifier. When reverse biased, it exhibits a sharp break in its current-voltage graph. Voltage across the diode remains essentially constant for any further increase of reverse current.
$0.44
Ferrule - for Cliff UK Jacks, Black Plastic
Genuine Cliff ferrule for internal thread S4 jacks (3/8-20). This matte black ferrule works great with the S-H960-X washers to provide a unique look for inputs on amplifiers, pedals, and other equipment.
$0.45
Resistor - Carbon Film, Zero Ohm
Zero ohm (0Ω) resistors in a carbon film axial package. These resistors are a similar size to most common 1/4W carbon film and metal film resistors. Zero ohm resistors are useful as pcb jumpers as well as point to point jumpers. These can also be useful for true bypass 3PDT wiring.
$0.45
package of 5
Transistor - BC183A, ITT, General Purpose, TO-92 case, NPN
The BC183A transistors manufactured by ITT. The BC183A is a general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. It is commonly used in fuzz pedals and has a reputation as a warm sounding silicon transistor for fuzz. A version of the BC183A, the BC183KA can be found in some vintage Fuzz Face pedals.
$0.45
Transistor - MPSA63, Darlington, -500mA, -30V, PNP
MPSA63 PNP Darlington transistor (TO-92 package) - designed for high gain, low noise general purpose amplifier applications.
  • Max collector to emitter voltage = -30V
  • Max collector to base voltage = -30 V
  • Max emitter to base voltage = -10 V
  • Max collector current = -0.5 A (continuous)
$0.45
Resistors - ¼ Watt, Metal Film, 1% tolerance
Metal Film resistors consist of a resistive element of an extremely thin layer of metal alloy vacuum deposited on a substrate. Precise and quiet. Package of 5. These resistors are perfect for pedal builders! 1/4 watt.
Starting at $0.45
package of 5
Transistor - 2N3904, TO-92 case, NPN, Lead Free
General purpose low-power NPN bipolar junction transistor, used frequently in hobbyist electronic projects. This version is lead free.
For a lead free 2N3906 see P-Q2N3906-LF.
$0.45
Washer - Type A Narrow, Flat, steel
Steel, type A narrow. SAE washers have a tighter fit on the bolt and a smaller outside diameter. Designed for general purpose mechanical and structural use.
Starting at $0.45
package of 5
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