Synth & Eurorack Parts / DIY

Our Synth & Eurorack Parts / DIY category is a curated list of items that are commonly found in synth/eurorack projects. The items and filters here do not represent our full lineup of parts. If you don't see what you are looking for, check out our main categories or send us a suggestion and we'll look into adding it.
Resistor - PR01, Vishay BC, 1 Watt, Power Metal Film
High quality metal film resistors from Vishay / BC Components. PR01 resistors are rated for 1W but have a compact 2.5x8mm package. These resistors look great in vintage and vintage-style builds and have been used in high-end Marshall amplifiers and other audio equipment. Construction: A homogeneous film of metal alloy is deposited on a high grade ceramic body. After a helical groove has been cut in the resistive layer, tinned connecting wires of electrolytic copper or copper-clad iron are welded to the end-caps. The resistors are coated with a red, non-flammable lacquer which provides electrical, mechanical and climatic protection. This coating is not resistant to aggressive fluxes and cleaning solvents.
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Knob - Plastic, Knurled Shaft, 808 Style
Black textured plastic knobs with orange infilled indicator lines similar to the original knobs found on Roland TR-808 drum machines.These knobs feature a straight knurled grip. The large and medium sizes both have a skirt with a notched indicator. All sizes fit 6mm T18 knurled pot shafts.
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Transistor - OC139, Germanium, SO-2 glass case, NPN
OC139 NPN germanium transistors. The OC139 is a popular NPN for fuzz pedals and boost effects. This transistor is in a glass SO-2 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors. The NPN polarity allows for use with standard pedal power supplies. The dot indicates the collector lead. The OC139 can be found in the EarthQuaker Devices Bows germanium preamp.
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Heat Shrink - 2:1, Thin Wall Tubing, Polyolefin, Black
Thin wall heat shrink tubing available in multiple diameters. The flexible yet durable polyolefin material and standard 2:1 shrink ratio make this heat shrink a great option for electrical insulation, cable bundling, and component protection.
  • Operating Temperature: -55°C to +135°C
  • Minimum Shrink Temperature: 70°C
  • Full Recovery Temperature: 100°C
  • UL Approval
  • RoHS Compliant
Sold by the foot
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LED Lens - Fresnel, Polycarbonate, 3mm
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Panel mount LED lenses made of high quality polycarbonate. These lenses provide a clean semi-flush appearance with a small panel footprint and work well in any project using LED indicators. Features:
  • 0.171” mounting hole
  • For panel thicknesses of 0.031” to 0.125″
  • Fresnel lens
  • Low Profile
  • Fits standard 3mm LEDs

For a version that fits 5mm LEDs, see P-L710-X.
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LED Lens - Square, Fresnel, Polycarbonate, 3mm
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Panel mount LED lenses made of high quality polycarbonate. These square lenses provide a clean semi-flush appearance with a small panel footprint and work well in any project using LED indicators. Features:
  • 0.171” mounting hole
  • For panel thicknesses of 0.031” to 0.125″
  • Fresnel lens
  • Low Profile
  • Fits standard 3mm LEDs
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LED Lens - Flat Cylindrical, Fresnel, Polycarbonate, 5mm
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Panel mount LED lenses made of high quality polycarbonate. These flat cylindrical lenses provide a unique retro appearance with a small panel footprint and work well in any project using LED indicators. Features:
  • ¼” mounting hole
  • For panel thicknesses of 1/16” to ⅛”
  • Fresnel lens
  • Flat cylindrical shape
  • Fits standard 5mm LEDs
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LED Lens - Flat Cylindrical, Fresnel, Polycarbonate, 3mm
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Panel mount LED lenses made of high quality polycarbonate. These flat cylindrical lenses provide a unique retro appearance with a small panel footprint and work well in any project using LED indicators. Features:
  • 0.171” mounting hole
  • For panel thicknesses of 0.031” to 0.094″
  • Fresnel lens
  • Flat cylindrical shape
  • Fits standard 3mm LEDs
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Indicator Light - Bakelite, Soviet, Incandescent, Screw Base
New-old-stock Soviet pilot lights that fit screw base bulbs. These lights have a unique bakelite frame and bakelite bezel. The lights come with a 6.3V bulb but can be used with any G-3-½ screw base bulb. The diameter of the light is 0.785” and the diameter of the mounting hole is 0.625”. Includes a bakelite mounting nut. Note: A small 0.2” notch must either be filed into the 0.625” mounting hole or filed off of the light to flush mount with a panel.
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Diode - KD521V, Silicon, used in Russian Big Muff
New-old-stock Soviet silicon diodes KD521V (КД521B) in a SOD27 package. These diodes were used in EHX/Sovtek Big Muff models from Civil War to Black Russian. The KD521V is a high-speed switching diode encapsulated in hermetically sealed, leaded glass. The SOD27 packages are similar to DO-35.
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Transistor - GT309E, Germanium, USSR Saucer Case, PNP
New old stock Soviet GT309E transistors manufactured in Ukraine. The GT309E is a germanium PNP transistor in a very low profile case. The case has a 0.29” diameter and is only 0.1” thick. These have very low leakage and work well in a variety of fuzz pedal builds.
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Diode - KD522B, Silicon, used in Russian Big Muff
New-old-stock Soviet silicon diodes KD522B (КД522Б) in a SOD27 package. These diodes were used in EHX/Sovtek Big Muff models from Civil War to Black Russian. The KD522B is a high-speed switching diode encapsulated in hermetically sealed, leaded glass. The SOD27 packages are similar to DO-35.
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Indicator Light - Bakelite, Soviet, Incandescent, 9V
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New-old-stock Soviet pilot lights that operate on 9V. These lights have a unique bakelite frame and metal bezel. The lights come with a 9V bulb but can be used with any voltage bulb that fits this type of socket. The diameter of the light is 12mm and the diameter of the mounting hole is 8.1mm. Includes a wavy washer and knurled nut. Note: There can be small differences in the appearance and tint of the lens and color of the bakelite. A small 0.1” notch must either be filed into the 0.625” mounting hole or filed off of the fuse to flush mount with a panel. The small bulbs can come loose during shipping and reseating the bulb is recommended before use.
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Transistor - MPSA18, Low Noise, 200mA 45V NPN
NPN low noise transistor (TO-92 package) - designed for high gain, low noise general purpose amplifier applications.
  • Max collector to emitter voltage = 45 V
  • Max collector to base voltage = 45 V
  • Max emitter to base voltage = 6.5 V
  • Max collector current = 0.2 A (continuous)
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Reverb Module - Accutronics Belton, Digi-Log, Adjustable Decay
A great digital reverb sound that easily replaces a spring reverberation unit. Stereo outputs may be summed for mono operation. Simple interface: input, output, +5V, and ground
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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.
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3.5mm Jack - Qingpu, Eurorack, Stereo, PC Mount
PCB mounted 3.5mm stereo jacks commonly found in DIY Eurorack projects. These are the newest version from Qingpu Electronics featuring a square bushing plate for added durability. Hardware sold separately. See accessory items below.
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Heat Shrink - Assorted Diameters, 2.5" Long, 158 Pieces
2 to 1 heat shrink tubing variety pack. This pack includes six different diameters ranging from 1/16” to 1/2”. Each piece is 2.5” in length. This set comes in a hard plastic case perfect for sorting and storing heat shrink. Features:
  • Resistant to common fluids and solvents
  • UL and CSA listed
  • UV resistant
  • Meets DEF. STAN 59.97
  • Meets UL 224, 125°C and CSA C22.2 No. 198.1
  • Meets MIL-DTL-23053/5 Class 2 & 3
  • Flame retardant (Does not include transparent)
  • Seals and protects cable splices and terminations.
  • Thin wall tubing
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Machine Pin Socket - Preci-Dip, Break Away, 1 Row, 15 Position
High quality single row machine pin sockets made by Preci-Dip. These sockets are the break-away type and can easily snap into smaller sizes such as 5 separate transistor sockets.
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Transistor - 2N5457, JFET, N-Channel, TO-92
2N5457 N-Channel JFET in a TO-92 package. The 2N5457 is designed primarily for audio and switching applications.
  • Max drain to gate voltage = 25 V
  • Max gate to source voltage = -25 V
  • Max forward gate current = 10 mA
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¼" Jack - Switchcraft, Enclosed, Mono
The Switchcraft Type 111X enclosed ¼” jack is a high quality mono jack. This jack has two solder lugs. One for the tip and one for the sleeve. These jacks have been widely used across the industry and can also be found in many popular 5U synthesizers. Includes nut and washer.
  • Type 111X
  • 0.276" bushing length (standard)
  • Mates with standard ¼" plugs and is available with 0.25" inside diameter bushing.
  • Mono 2-Conductor
  • Includes nut and washer

See W-SC-112BX for stereo
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Reverb Module - Accutronics Belton, Digi-Log, horizontal mount
A great digital reverb sound that easily replaces a spring reverberation unit. Simple interface requires only input, output, +5V, and ground. Output requires no external capacitors.
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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.
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Op-Amp - TL062, Dual, Low-Power, JFET Input, 8-Pin DIP
Dual low power opamps in an 8-pin DIP package. The TL062 offers a high input impedance and 1MHz bandwidth.
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