Pedal Parts / DIY

Power Supply - Power-All® ECO-Dapter®, 9V, 2000mA, for Effects Pedals
Power-All® ECO-Dapter® is a center negative 9VDC power supply for effects pedals that can supply up to 2000mA of power making it a great choice for pedals boards and power hungry effects.
$24.35
PCB - Vintage Style Circuit Board, Iss. 1 Fuzz, Phenolic Board
Iss. 1 fuzz PCB made with a phenolic substrate for an even closer match to the vintage production boards. Phenolic boards are found in many vintage electronics before the use of fiberglass became common. This PCB is a recreation of the iss. 1 circuit board found in classic Fuzz Face pedals. When drawing the layout, multiple originals were closely referenced to ensure a proper match and fit. The copper traces are gold plated providing protection from corrosion indefinitely. This classic board fits the mounting holes on both original and reproduction Fuzz Face enclosures.
$4.50
Transistor - 2N404, Germanium, TO-5 case, PNP
2N404 PNP germanium transistors. The 2N404 is used in many fuzz pedals along with other effects. This transistor is in a TO-5 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors. For a higher voltage version of this transistor, see P-Q2N404A.
$2.15
Footswitch - 3PDT, with built-in LED Ring
Colors Available:
3PDT latching footswitch. LED ring requires a 11/16" mounting hole. Foot switch button set screw requires 1.5mm hex key.
Starting at $7.95
Knob - Aluminum, Notched Tip Indicator, Set Screw, .75" Diameter
Colors Available:
¾" dia. Knurled aluminum knob, 'positive grip', notched tip indicator, fits ¼" shaft. With set screw. Multiple color options available.
$2.99
Terminal Pin - PCB Mount, 0.05” Diameter, 0.25” Length
PCB mount terminal pin made of tinned brass. This pin fits 0.064” mounting holes and can be swage or solder mounted. The pin diameter is 0.05” and has a total length of 0.25” when mounted. Great for connecting offboard wiring by soldering directly to the pin or using an appropriate connector.
$0.79
Transistor - BC184, General Purpose, TO-92 case, NPN
The BC184 is a general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The BC184 is commonly used in fuzz pedals and has a reputation as a warm sounding silicon transistor for fuzz. BC184 was used in various Colorsound pedals - Jumbo Tone Bender, Supa Tone Bender, Power Boost, etc. It was also used in the Schaller Fuzz, and has been used in fuzz pedals from well-known builders such as Skreddy Pedals, D*A*M, and Stu Castledine.
$0.30
Nut & Washer - Panel, for ⅜" Potentiometers and Jacks
Replacement nut and washer for pots and jacks that feature a ⅜" bushing with 3/8-32 threading. Sold in packs containing 100 nuts and 100 washers.
$25.00
package of 100
Heat Shrink - ~\frac{3}{16}~" Diameter x 6" Long, 27 Pieces
The shrink ratio on this tubing is 2 to 1, it is fungus resistant and non-corrosive. It is recommended for tightly sealing connectors, terminals, wire splices, and tool handles. It may be shrunk with heat guns, oven, etc. Comes in 6 inch lengths, quantity of 27.
$9.95
package of 27
Bracket - for PCB mounting, replica of Vintage Fuzz
Mounting bracket for vintage fuzz PCBs. This bracket is an exact replica of the bracket found in the Italian made Vox Tone Bender V828 pedals. The mounting width for the board is 1.35” which fits the P-PC-FUZZ-JEN, P-PC-BEND-MKII-BRN, and any other vintage spacing (0.15”) stripboard. The PCB mounting holes are threaded for M3 screws (sold separately). The two potentiometer holes are spaced 1.95” center to center and fit potentiometers with ⅜” bushings or smaller.
$5.95
Footswitch - 3PDT, DeMont, Latching, Smooth-Click
Premium quality latching 3PDT switches from DeMont / Guyatone. These made in Japan switches are designed specifically for audio signals. The Demont 3PDT has ultra-smooth switching action and has a very low actuation force. It uses gold plated solder cup terminals for solid connections with a professional look. Mounting hardware included.
$18.95
Op-Amp - NJM4580D, Dual, Audio, DIP 8
The NJM4580D (JRC4580) is a dual opamp popularly used in many distortion pedals. This chip is a dual operational amplifier, specially designed for improving the tone control, which is most suitable for the audio application. Featuring noiseless, higher gain bandwidth, high output current and low distortion ratio, it is most suitable not only for acoustic electronic parts of audio pre-amp and active filter, but also for the industrial measurement tools. It is also suitable for the headphone amp at higher output current, and furthermore, it can be applied for the handy type set operational amplifier of general purpose in application of low voltage single supply type which is properly biased of the low voltage source. Features:
  • Operating Voltage ±2V~±18V
  • Low Input Noise Voltage 0.8µVrms typ.
$1.09
Transistor - MPSA13, Darlington 500mA 30V NPN
NPN Darlington transistor (TO-92 package) - designed for applications requiring extremely high current gain at collector currents to 1.0A.
  • Max collector to emitter voltage = 30 V
  • Max collector to base voltage = 30 V
  • Max emitter to base voltage = 10 V
  • Max collector current = 1.2 A (continuous)
$0.49
PCB - Charge Pump, -9V from +9V, Screw Mount
Screw mounted charge pump PCB for positive ground effects. This small PCB provides -9V when used with a standard +9V power supply. This is a great option for positive ground effects such as vintage fuzz pedals. The PCB has a low profile design and is a simple addition to any build using a standoff to mount the board. This board is compatible with the MAX1044, TC1044S, TC7660S, and LT1054 charge pump ICs.
$1.60
Turret Strip - 7 Lugs, Single Row, U-style
Single row of 7 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.
$0.99
Standoffs - 0.18", plastic with adhesive backing
Low-profile adhesive standoffs with a 0.180" standoff height that securely attaches your PCB to a flat surface. The post inserts into a 0.125” mounting hole and includes a locking tab that secures the PCB when inserted. It can be used with 1/16” or 1/32” thick PCBs. The 0.6 x 0.6” square base is offset to allow the base to be underneath the board when the mounting hole is close to the PCB edge and the offset base provides a large sticking surface while permitting the PCB to be mounted in tight spaces or close to walls. This can be useful when working with small enclosures. High-quality 3M™ brand double-sided tape secures the standoff to a flat surface. These standoffs are available in packs of 8, 24, or 100 pieces Features:
  • Low profile 0.180" standoff height.
  • Offset base allows use when holes are close to the PCB edge.
$2.65
package of 8
Chassis Box - Hammond, 1590BB, Diecast, 4.71" x 3.70" x 1.18"
Colors Available:
  • 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.
Starting at $10.95
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
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Knob - Rogan, PT Series, 1PS, Small, Skirted, Pointer, Knurled Shaft
High-quality USA made knobs from Rogan Corp. These small, skirted pointer knobs from Rogan’s PT Series feature a soft rubber grip molded over a solid polymer knob. PT Series knobs can be found on synthesizer modules from Make Noise, Mutable Instruments and others. Fits 6mm T18 knurled shafts.
  • Height: 0.71 in.
  • Diameter: 0.57 in.
  • Fits T18 Knurled Shafts

For a D-shaft version of this knob, see P-K281PS-W. A variety of different sizes are available from the PT Series. See the links below for the full selection of knurled shaft knobs from this series. P-K271P-W 1P Small Pointer P-K272P-W 2P Medium Pointer P-K272PS-W 2PS Medium Skirted Pointer
$1.65
LED - Footswitch Ring, With Bezel, 9V
Colors Available:
Leaded LED rings for use with standard footswitches. These LED rings use an array of LEDs with internal current limiting so no additional parts are required for use with 9VDC. Red, green, blue, and two-color combinations are available. A 15mm panel hole is required. See full dimensions below to check footswitch compatibility.
$2.64
Potentiometer - Alpha, Linear, Solid Shaft
24 mm carbon composition. 300° rotation. ½" watt, 500VDC rating. Linear taper.
$1.55
CMOS - CD4053, 2:1 SPDT, 3-Channel Analog Multiplexer with Logic-Level Conversion, 16-Pin DIP
The CD4053B analog multiplexers are digitally-controlled analog switches having low ON impedance and very low OFF leakage current.
$0.75
Transistor - 2N508, Germanium, TO-5 case, PNP
2N508 PNP germanium transistors. The 2N508 is a popular PNP for fuzz pedals and other effects. It can be found in modern classics such as the Sunface. This transistor is in a TO-5 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors.
$3.50
StripBoard - Single Sided, 3.94” x 3.15”, Mounting Holes
ST2 StripBoard is a prototyping circuit board with a standard long strip pattern. Tracks run the length of the board. The long tracks are convenient for power and ground rails, and for signal buses. Strips can be cut as needed to make smaller tracks and circuit pads. It has 0.1" hole spacing for DIP integrated circuits and headers and other parts. ST2 has higher quality than traditional stripboard. The holes are drilled, not punched. The base material is high-quality FR4 glass epoxy board. It has better stability and moisture resistance than boards using phenolic or SRBP (synthetic resin bonded paper), which can warp with exposure to humidity. Features
  • Standard stripboard pattern, with tracks running the length of the board.
  • Single-sided high-quality FR4 glass-epoxy circuit board.
  • 1oz/ft2 copper with an anti-tarnish coating for easy soldering.
$4.75