Pedal Parts / DIY

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
Switch - Carling, Mini Toggle, SPDT, On-On, PC Mount, right angle
Genuine Carling 2 Position Mini Toggle, On-On, Short Round Bat, Right Angle, PC Mount Features:
  • SPDT ( Single Pole/ Double Throw) On-On switch
  • 0.275" bushing length
  • 0.270” bat length
  • ¼" chassis hole diameter
  • Right angle, PC Mount terminals

Note: On-On switches may sometimes be referred to as On-None-On.
$3.85
Chassis Box - 1590N1 / 125B, Diecast, 4.77" x 2.58" x 1.41"
Colors Available:
Equivalent to Hammond P-H1590N1. Depending on the manufacturer, this enclosure is usually very similar to a 125B.
Measures 4.77" x 2.58" x 1.41". Add 0.16" to enclosure depth for lid.
Starting at $6.95
Tape - Electrical, Black, 3⁄4" x 20 yds
Electrical tape for splicing and insulating wires up to 600V. Rubber adhesive with soft polyvinyl chloride film backing. UL Listed.
$2.99
Knob - Rogan, PT Series, 2PS, Medium, Skirted, Pointer, D-Shaft
High-quality USA made knobs from Rogan Corp. These medium, 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 D-shafts.
  • Height: 0.84 in.
  • Diameter: 0.62 in.
  • Fits 6mm D Shafts
  • Indicator on round side of D-shaft

For a T18 knurled version of this knob, see P-K272PS-W. A variety of different sizes are available from the PT Series.
$1.65
PCB - Daughterboard for Wiring 3PDT Footswitches
Our 3PDT PCB daughterboard is a small board designed to simplify the wiring of 3PDT footswitches in guitar pedals. All inputs and outputs are clearly labeled on the PCB, removing any confusion about how the footswitch should be wired, and decreasing the chances of wiring mistakes or short-circuits.
$0.80
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
CMOS - CD4093, Quad 2-Input NAND Schmitt Triggers, 14-Pin DIP
CD4093B consists of four Schmitt-trigger circuits. Each circuit functions as a two-input NAND gate with Schmitt-trigger action on both inputs. The gate switches at different points for positive- and negative-going signals. The difference between the positive voltage (VP) and the negative voltage (VN) is defined as hysteresis voltage (VH). Features:
  • Schmitt-trigger action on each input with no external components
  • Hysteresis voltage typically 0.9 V at VDD = 5 V and 2.3 V at VDD = 10 V
  • Noise immunity greater than 50%
  • No limit on input rise and fall times
  • Standardized, symmetrical output characteristics
  • 100% tested for quiescent current at 20 V
  • Maximum input current of 1 µA at 18 V over full package-temperature range, 100 nA at 18 V and 25°C
  • 5-V, 10-V, and 15-V parametric ratings
  • Meets all requirements of JEDEC Tentative Standard No.
$0.75
Potentiometer - Alpha, Linear, Solid Shaft, Long PC, 16mm
Linear taper Alpha 16mm pots with a solid shaft and long 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: 20.7 mm + 4 mm (0.815” + 0.158”)
  • Lead Distance from shaft center: 14.3 mm (0.563”)
  • Lead Thickness: 0.5 mm (0.020”)
  • Shaft Diameter: 6.35 mm (0.25”)
$0.85
Optocoupler - Xvive, Vactrol, VTL5C Series
High quality vactrols from Xvive. The Xvive vactrols are clones of the original Excelitas / Perkins-Elmer vactrols used in many effects pedals, synthesizers, compressors and other equipment. These vactrols feature a thick epoxy sealed casing. The VTL5C3 and VTL5C3/2 both have a steep slope, good dynamic range, a very low temperature coefficient of resistance, and a small light history memory.
Starting at $6.50
¼" Jack - Rean, Stereo, Open Circuit
3 pole open 1/4" jack, 3 contacts, with washer and nut, panel thickness 3.5 mm, with 0.205" faston tabs
$1.49
Footswitch - DPDT, Bottom Solder Lugs
Carling, DPDT latching footswitch, On-On, with solder lugs. Provides a compact yet rugged solution to general purpose switch needs. Alternate action, metal construction and stiff (6-8 lb) actuation force have combined to make this switch a pillar in a variety of markets.
$10.95
Chassis Box - Hammond, 29830PSLA, Eddystone 1590BB, Diecast, 4.7” x 3.7” x 1.3”
Eddystone 29830PSLA enclosure with similar dimensions to the Hammond 1590BB enclosure. The Eddystone version has sharper corners for a distinctive appearance. This enclosure is a great option for 1590BB style builds.
  • Rugged, diecast aluminum alloy (tough - yet easy to machine), electronic instrument enclosure.
  • Aluminum alloy to BS1490, LM2M - supplied in natural finish.
  • Eddystone designed. The Eddystone brand was purchased by Hammond in 1998.
  • Lap joint construction provides protection against access of dust and splashing water. Also provides excellent EMC performance.
  • Lids are retained by M3.5 x 12 countersunk screws (POZIDRIV No. 2 head).
  • Countersunk lid holes.
  • Designed to meet IP54.
  • Low side wall draft angle (2 degrees or less) for easy P.C. board mounting.
$18.95
Transistor - 2N2484, Silicon, TO-18 case, NPN
The 2N2484 is a silicon planar epitaxial NPN transistor in a TO-18 metal case type. The 2N2484 is primarily intended for use in high performance, low level, low noise amplifier applications.
$0.80
Tool - Precision Devices, Lead Former, Various Sizes
High quality, made in USA lead formers. These are great tools for bending component leads to fit various footprints. The radiused ends provide a right angle bend that does not stress the metal lead. These lead formers are made of high impact ABS plastic.
$5.59
Eyelets - Brass, .121 x .125 x .200; MT .0095, package of 10
Eyelets, bag of 10 (mounts in 1/8" hole).
$0.80
package of 10
Wire - Coax, 24AWG, Spiral Shield, 0.138” outer diameter
High quality spiral shielded wire with a small outer diameter of 0.138 inches. Both the core wire and spiral shield are tinned copper so soldering is easy. The gray outside jacket and blue core insulation have a similar appearance to the type of wire used in vintage pedals such as the Supa Fuzz, Tone Bender, and Zonk Machine. The core wire is 7 strand 24AWG.
$1.05
Sold by the foot
Potentiometer - Alpha, Linear, 9mm, Vertical, Knurled Shaft
Linear taper, vertical mount, Alpha pots with a 6mm T18 knurled shaft. These 9mm pots are popular in DIY guitar pedals, synthesizers, and other projects. Mounting nut and washer included.
$1.90
Integrated Circuit - Experimental Noize FXCore, DSP, Multi-Effect / Reverb
FXCore from Experimental Noize is a DSP designed for creating audio effects in pro-audio devices. FXCore can operate as a standalone device when paired with appropriate CODECs where it generates all necessary clocks or as part of a more complex system where it will lock to the word clock and bit clock provided by another part of the system.
FXCore can store up to 16 programs and their associated register preset values in its internal FLASH memory so no external program storage is required.
$19.95
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
Paper Label Tag - Pre-strung, Manilla, 2.75” x 1.375”
High quality manila paper tags. These tags are pre-strung with a soft string gentle enough to use on the most delicate equipment. The paper is heavy duty 13 point stock and the ¼” eyelet is reinforced to resist tearing. These are great tags for pricing, labeling, and cataloging equipment.
$2.20
package of 10
Transistor - AS394CH, Matched Pair, Alfa, TO5-8 case, NPN
The AS394CH is a junction isolated ultra well-matched monolithic NPN transistor pair with an order of magnitude improvement in matching over conventional transistor pairs. Electrical characteristics of these devices such as drift versus initial offset voltage, noise, and the exponential relationship of base-emitter voltage to collector current closely approach those of a theoretical transistor. Extrinsic base and emitter resistances are very low, giving very low noise and operating over a wide current range. To guarantee long term stability of matching parameters, internal clamp diodes have been added across the emitter-base junction of each transistor. These prevent degradation due to reverse biased emitter current, the most common cause of field failures in matched devices.
$4.95
Breadboard - Solderable PCB, 3.75” x 1.85”, Mounting Holes
Solderable PC BreadBoard enables you to transfer your circuit and wires from a plug-in breadboard without recutting wires or changing your layout. This breadboard has the same pattern as a standard 400 connection point solderless plug-in breadboard which has a standard 5-hole strip for each IC pin, just like solderless breadboards. However, it has the advantage that soldered joints provide a more reliable long-term connection than solderless contacts. The board 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 as well as a top side silkscreen to position components. Four mounting holes allow your projects to be secured.
$4.75
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Switch - Dunlop, Footswitch, DPDT, Solder Lugs, for MXR
Dunlop® Electronic Components DPDT latching footswitch with solder lugs for MXR, Cry Baby, and other effects pedals.
$14.95