Pedal Parts / DIY

Diode - 1N914, Small Signal
The 1N914 is a small signal diode similar to the 1N4148 and is common in many older electronics. The 1N914 is general purpose and can be used in a multitude of different applications.
$0.23
¼" Jack - Cliff, PC Mount, switched, black
Input Jack. PC board terminals, switched. Used in modern Marshall amps, or as a replacement part for Marshall JCM 900 cabinets and more. See S-H955-X for white version.
$2.95
Battery Clip - Premium, 9 Volt, Rigid Frame, T-Style, Shielded Eyelets
Premium 9V battery clip made of a rigid plastic frame with an insulating wall enclosing the battery terminals. This high quality battery snap features nickel-plated brass contacts. The six inch leads are 26 AWG stranded wire, prestripped and tinned for an easy installation.
$1.15
Turret Strip - 3 Lugs, Single Row, U-style
Single row of 3 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.
$0.87
ProtoBoard - Fits 1590B, 1 sided, 2-hole strips
Prototyping circuit board (PCB) designed to fit the Hammond 1590B die-cast aluminum enclosure. It has a convenient 2-hole pattern, which provides an easy way to connect parts while maximizing usable board area. It can be used as a stand-alone prototyping board, or installed in a Hammond 1590B enclosure. For fastening your project to a surface see our adhesive standoffs (S-H190) Features:
  • Single-sided high-quality FR4 glass-epoxy circuit board.
  • Convenient 2-hole pattern provides an easy way to connect parts.
  • 1oz/ft2 copper with an anti-tarnish coating for easy soldering. Lead free and RoHS compatible.
  • 0.042" holes are drilled on 0.1" (2.54mm) centers. 2 mounting holes.
  • PCB Size 2.05 x 4.05 in (52.1 x 102.9 mm)
$3.59
Chassis Box - Hammond, 1590A, Diecast, 3.64" x 1.52" x 1.06"
  • Rugged, diecast aluminum alloy (tough yet easy to machine), electronic instrument enclosure.
  • Lap joint construction provides protection against access of dust and splashing water. Also provides for improved EMI/RFI shielding.
  • Vibra finished for a smooth surface with no sharp edges.
  • Four 6-32 x ½" machine screws secure lid - into tapped holes.
  • Designed to meet IP54.
  • Low side wall draft angle (2 degrees or less) for easy P.C.
$7.55
Capacitor - Vishay Roederstein, 400V, MKT1813, Axial Lead
High quality axial capacitors rated at 400V. These MKT1813 capacitors are produced by Vishay Roederstein, formerly known as ERO. These capacitors are made with metalized polyester film and sealed in epoxy resin. Suggested applications include blocking, bypassing, filtering, timing, coupling and decoupling, interference suppression in low voltage applications. Features
  • Plastic-wrapped, epoxy resin sealed, flame retardant encapsulation
  • Non polar
  • Tubular metalized polyester film construction
  • ±10% tolerance
  • Axial leads
  • Operational life greater than 300,000 hours (40 °C/0.5 UR)
Starting at $1.95
Barrel Plug - Switchcraft, Cable Mount, Heavy Duty, 5.5mm External, 2.1mm Internal
Heavy duty mil-spec barrel plug from Switchcraft. The S10 is a high current, non-sealed power jack with a similar design as the ¼” jacks from Switchcraft. The plug is rated for up to 11A of current.
$5.95
Transistor - 2N5089, TO-92 case, NPN
General purpose low level, low noise amplifier. Silicon NPN transistor.
$0.39
Resistors - 0.5 Watt, Carbon Composition
Carbon composition resistors are made by mixing carbon particles with a binder molded into a cylindrical shaped, and then baked. Resistance decreases as temperature increases. Resistance is more prone to drifting than with other types. Standard 'classic' resistor. Sold in multiples of 5. 10% tolerance.
$3.45
package of 5
Partially Out of Stock
CMOS - CD4051, 8:1, 1-Channel Analog Multiplexer with Logic-Level Conversion, 16-Pin DIP
The CD4051B analog multiplexers are digitally-controlled analog switches having low ON impedance and very low OFF leakage current.
$0.99
Transistor - 2N4123, Silicon, TO-92 case, NPN
The 2N4123 is a general purpose silicon NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The 2N4123 is primarily intended for general purpose amplification. It is a popular choice for silicon fuzz pedals due to its low hFE specifications.
$0.45
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
Reverb Module - Accutronics Belton, Digi-Log, horizontal, mini
A great digital reverb sound that easily replaces a spring reverberation unit. Small package is half the size of the P-RBTDR-1H-X
$16.95
StripBoard - Single Sided, 6.14” x 3.15”, Vintage Spacing, Phenolic Board
Stripboard made with a phenolic substrate. Phenolic boards are found in many vintage electronics before the use of fiberglass became common. This stripboard features a 0.15” vintage spacing. This spacing is great for vintage-style builds and more easily accommodates axial capacitors and other larger sized vintage parts like resistors and transistors. The board has a 40 x 20 holes (20 strips). Each strip is surface treated making soldering easier than most protoboards and also ensures a long shelf life. Features: High-quality 1.6mm phenolic circuit board Corrosion resistant, surface treated copper strips 40 x 20 holes (20 strips) 6.14” x 3.15” Looking for projects? See our Wide Stripboard projects in our Pedal Layouts & Build Guides section for ideas.
$5.49
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
package of 5
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
Knob - Dunlop, Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face JH-F1
Genuine Dunlop replacement knob for Jimi Hendrix JH-F1 Fuzz Face. Knob is designed for use with solid/plastic 1/4” shafts and features set screw attachment. Two washers are included.
$7.65
¼" Jack - Fender®, Mono, for Amps 1999 to present
Fender R/A 1/4" mono jack. Used 1999-present. Hex nuts not included (S-H510).
$4.25
Parts Kit - Iss 2 Fuzz Pedal, BC183KA style, Premium Build
PCB and parts kit for the Iss 2 fuzz built in the style of a BC183KA Fuzz Face. This kit includes all of the resistors, capacitors, and transistors used on the included circuit board. For the BC183KA style parts kit, a pair of BC183A transistors are included.
$51.48
Potentiometer - Alpha, Reverse Audio, Solid Shaft, Right Angle, 16mm
Reverse audio taper Alpha 16mm pots with a solid shaft and right angle PCB mount terminals. The smaller size is useful for builds with limited panel space such as guitar pedals, synthesizer modules, and adding modifications to equipment. Washer and nut included.
  • 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”)
  • Shaft Diameter: 6.35 mm (0.25”)
$0.85
Regulator - LM317T, Adjustable Output, 1.5A, Linear Voltage Regulator
Linear regulator with an adjustable voltage range from 1.2V to 37V. This regulator can supply 1.5A of current making it a great option for power supplies.
$0.75
Terminal Strip - 6 Lug, 2nd Lug Common, Horizontal, package of 5
Standard size terminal strips, 1/16 thick bakelitetin plated steel solder lugs and brackets on 3/8" centers. 6 lug, 1 ground. Second lug common. Similar to the strip used in the Dallas Rangemaster.
$6.95
package of 5
Label - 4-Band Resistor Color Code Chart
Two inch wide sticker featuring the 4-band resistor color code chart. This sticker is a great reference when checking resistor values using the color codes. It is easy to read but small enough to place on a workbench, tool box, organizer, or even a soldering station.
$2.95