Pedal Parts / DIY

Terminal Strip - Mini, 3 Lug, 2nd Lug Common, Horizontal
Mini size terminal strips, 1/16" thick bakelite, tin plated steel solder lugs and brackets on 1/4" centers.
$9.95
package of 5
Transistor - BC183, General Purpose, TO-92 case, NPN, Gain Sorted
The BC183 is a general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The BC183 is commonly used in fuzz pedals and has a reputation as a warm sounding silicon transistor for fuzz. The BC183 is available in three different gain ranges: BC183A, BC183B, and BC183C. Type hfe (IC=2mA, VCE=5V, f=1KHz) BC183A 125-260 BC183B 240-500 BC183C 450-900
Starting at $0.32
Diode - Zener, 5 Watt, ±5% tolerance
5W zener diodes that are great for use in tube amps. These are commonly used to drop B+ voltages for tube modification compatibility or to create low power modes for the amp. A zener is 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.
Starting at $0.55
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
Capacitor - 0.01µF, 250V, Chicklet style, Axial Lead
Flat 0.01uF (10nF) film capacitor rated for 250V. Made of metallized polypropylene film, this capacitor is a great choice for audio applications. The style of this yellow capacitor is similar in appearance to the flat rectangular Philips 341 output caps found in original Fuzz Face pedals.
$1.35
Potentiometer - Alpha, Audio, SPST Rotary Switch, 500kΩ
500kΩ 24mm audio taper pot from Alpha with an SPST rotary switch commonly used for ON/OFF settings on volume controls. This pot has a 6.25mm (0.25”) solid shaft and solder lug terminals.
$3.50
Transistor - 2N7000, Mosfet, Small Signal
2N7000 N-channel enhancement mode field effect transistors. 2N7000 MOSFETs are used in many DIY projects such as boost and distortion effects pedals.
Features:
  • Voltage Controlled Small Signal Switch
  • High Saturation Current Capability
  • Rugged and Reliable
  • High Density Cell Design for Low RDS(ON)
$0.72
Capacitor - 50V, 680pF, Ceramic Disc
Ceramic disc capacitor, 680 pF (.00068µF) rated for up to 50 V.
Non linear temperature coefficient of capacitance
$0.60
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
Turret Strip - 5 Lugs, Single Row, U-style
Single row of 5 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.
$0.95
PadBoard - Double Sided, Plated Holes, 3.15” x 1.97”
Prototyping circuit board that has a general purpose pad-per-hole pattern making it great for general purpose analog and digital use. It is a double-sided board with plated holes, which allows components to be easily soldered to either side of the board. A square pad is provided every 5th hole, which makes it easy to align components on the top and bottom of the board. An anti-tarnish coating protects the copper for a long shelf-life and provides easy soldering.
For fastening your project to a surface see our adhesive standoffs (S-H190)
Features:
  • Pad-per-hole prototyping board with plated-thru holes. A square pad every 5th hole makes it easy to align components on top and bottom.
  • Double-sided high-quality FR4 glass-epoxy circuit board with plated holes. Components can be soldered to either side.
  • 1oz/ft2 copper with an anti-tarnish coating for easy soldering.
  • 31 x 19 holes, 0.037" holes are drilled on 0.1" (2.54mm) centers. Four 0.125” mounting holes.
  • Size 1 = 1.97 x 3.15in (50 x 80mm), 1/16" thick (1.6mm)
$3.15
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
Capacitor - Vishay BC, Aluminum Electrolytic, 021 ASM Series, Axial Lead
High quality axial-leaded electrolytic capacitors. These 021 ASM series capacitors are produced by Vishay BC, formerly known as Philips / BC. These capacitors have been produced for many years and can be found in a wide variety of music equipment ranging from vintage amps by Vox and Marshall to classic fuzz pedals such as the Fuzz Face and Tonebender. Suggested applications include general purpose use, industrial, automotive, audio-video, coupling, decoupling, smoothing, filtering, buffering, portable and mobile equipment. Features
  • Long useful life: 2500 h to 8000 h at 85 °C
  • Miniaturized, high CV-product per unit volume
  • Charge and discharge proof
  • Polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitors, non-solid electrolyte
  • Axial leads, cylindrical aluminum case, insulated with a blue sleeve
Starting at $1.75
Knob - Rogan, 155 Series, Witch Hat, Small Skirt, Indicator Line
High-quality USA made knobs from Rogan Corp. These phenolic knobs feature a brushed aluminum inlay, a small skirt and an infilled indicator line. 155 Series knobs can be found on classic gear from Sunn, Music Man, Gibson and others. Fits ¼" shaft potentiometers.
  • Height: 0.62 in.
  • Diameter: 0.84 in.
  • Fits ¼" shaft with set screw

A variety of different knobs are available from the 155 Series. See the links below for the full selection. P-K155-2 0-10 Witch Hat P-K155-3 Large Witch Hat w/ Arrow
$2.75
Transistor - BC550, TO-92 case, NPN
Low noise transistor for audio frequency amplifier applications.
$0.32
Potentiometer - Alpha, Linear, Solid Shaft
24 mm carbon composition. 300° rotation. ½" watt, 500VDC rating. Linear taper.
$1.55
CMOS - CD4052, 4:1, 2-Channel General-Purpose Multiplexer, 16-Pin DIP
The CD4052B analog multiplexers are digitally-controlled analog switches having low ON impedance and very low OFF leakage current.
$0.89
Transistor - 2N4125, Silicon, TO-92 case, PNP
The 2N4125 is a general purpose silicon NPN transistor in a TO-92 case. The 2N4125 is primarily intended for general purpose amplification. It is a popular choice for silicon fuzz pedals due to its low hFE specifications. It has also been used in a variety of classic pedals such as the Phase 90.
$0.25
Breadboard - Solderable PCB, 3.00” x 1.90”
The SB400 Solderable PCB BreadBoard enables you to transfer your circuit and wires from a plug-in breadboard without recutting wires or changing your layout. The SB400 has the same pattern and spacing as a standard 400 connection point BB400 solderless plug-in breadboard. It has a standard 5-hole strip for each IC pin, just like solderless breadboards plus 4 power rails. However, it has the advantage that soldered joints provide a more reliable long-term connection than solderless contacts. The SB400 has four power rails like solderless breadboards, plus two bonus rails for power or signals. There are bonus two-hole pads along the centerline allowing DIL (dual in-line) headers to be used. BPS prototyping boards use high-quality FR4 glass epoxy PCBs for long life, with an anti-tarnish protective coating for easy soldering.
$4.35
¼" Jack - Stereo, PC Mount, Switched
1/4" stereo jack. 4 PC mount terminals include: tip, tip-shunt (normally closed), ring and sleeve. Metric threading: M12 x 1.0.
$2.50
Chassis Box - YY, Diecast, Slanted, 4.65" x 3.70" x 1.66", Hammered Green
Limited Run!
YY enclosure finished in a hammered green powdercoat. The slanted YY enclosures are perfect for fuzz pedals and other vintage style effects. In addition to the classic slant, this enclosure features thick diecast walls and a recessed bottom cover. The four bottom plate cover screws are included. Features
  • Vintage style slant
  • Hammered green powdercoat
  • Flat top-section for mounting controls
  • Recessed lid
  • Thick diecast construction

Part of a limited run of hammered green enclosures which includes: Enclosure SKU 1590B P-H1590BCE-HMT-GN 1590N1/125 P-H1590N1CE-HMT-GN 1590BB P-H1590BBCE-HMT-GN YY P-H-YY-HMT-GN
$28.95
Out of Stock
PCB - SMD to Thru-Hole Adapter, SOIC-14 to DIP-14
PCB for converting SMD SOIC-14 packages to through hole DIP-14 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. This adapter is also compatible with SOP-14 packages.
$1.50
package of 5
Transistor - J113, JFET, N-Channel,TO-92
J113 N-Channel Switch (TO-92 package) - designed for low level analog switching, sample and hold circuits and chopper stabilized amplifiers.
  • Max drain to gate voltage = 35 V
  • Max gate to source voltage = -35 V
  • Max forward gate current = 50 mA
$0.49
Switch - Carling, Mini Toggle, DPDT, 2 Position, Solder Lugs, Short Bat
Carling mini-toggle switch, DPDT, 2 position, ¼" mounting hole diameter, 0.354" bushing length.
$3.85