Transistors

New old stock 2N404A PNP germanium transistors manufactured by Texas Instruments. These TI 2N404A feature gold plated leads. The 2N404A is used in many fuzz pedals along with other effects. The 2N404A is the same as the 2N404 but with a higher voltage rating. This transistor is in a TO-5 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors.

2N404A PNP germanium transistors. The 2N404A is used in many fuzz pedals along with other effects. The 2N404A is the same as the 2N404 but with a higher voltage rating. This transistor is in a TO-5 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors. For a lower voltage version of this transistor, see P-Q2N404.

2N4061 PNP transistors. This is a silicon PNP transistor in a TO-92 package. The 2N4061 has been used in a variety of effects pedals and is most notably used in the Zonk Machine II.

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.

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.

The 2N4401 is a silicon general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 package. The 2N4401’s typical applications include signal processing, amplification, and switching.

The 2N4403 is a silicon general purpose PNP transistor in a TO-92 package. The 2N4403’s typical applications include signal processing, amplification, and switching.

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.

2N5087 PNP Bipolar Junction Transistor in TO-92 package. For the NPN 2N5087 see P-Q2N5088

2N5088 NPN Bipolar Junction Transistor in TO-92 package

General purpose low level, low noise amplifier. Silicon NPN transistor.

The 2N5135 is a silicon NPN transistor in a TO-105 case. This transistor is a close match to the rare 2N5133 but with higher voltage ratings and is in a larger package. The hFE range is less wide than the 2N5133 with more values in the range found in the batches used on vintage Big Muff pedals. The lower hFE range also makes these a great option for silicon fuzz pedals.

The 2N5172 is a silicon general purpose NPN transistor in a TO-92 package. The 2N5172’s typical applications include general purpose amplification and switching.

2N527 PNP germanium transistors. The 2N527 is a popular PNP for fuzz pedals and other effects. It can be found in modern classics such as the Sunface and Benson Fuzz. This transistor is in a TO-5 package with long leads commonly found on germanium transistors.

2N5400 (761), PNP general purpose amp, 120V, 10mA, TO-92 case.

2N5458 N-channel JFET in a TO-92 package. The 2N5458 is an N−channel junction field effect transistors, depletion mode (Type A), designed for audio and switching applications. Features

• N−Channel for Higher Gain
• Drain and Source Interchangeable
• High AC Input Impedance
• High DC Input Resistance
• Low Transfer and Input Capacitance
• Low Cross−Modulation and Intermodulation Distortion

2N5459 N-channel JFET in a TO-92 package. The 2N5459 is an N−channel junction field effect transistors, depletion mode (Type A), designed for audio and switching applications. Features

• N−Channel for Higher Gain
• Drain and Source Interchangeable
• High AC Input Impedance
• High DC Input Resistance
• Low Transfer and Input Capacitance
• Low Cross−Modulation and Intermodulation Distortion

2N5485 N-channel JFET in a TO-92 package. The 2N5485 is an N−channel junction field effect transistors designed for RF amplifier and mixer applications. These devices operate well in the VHF/UHF frequency range.

2N6027 programmable unijunction transistor often referred to as a PUT. The 2n6027 can be found in many tremolo effects pedal projects.

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)
  

The 2N708 is a silicon NPN transistor in a TO-18 metal case type. The 2N708 is primarily intended for use in high speed switching and VHF amplification applications.

2N797 NPN germanium transistors. The 2N797 is a popular NPN for fuzz pedals and other effects. The NPN polarity allows for use with standard pedal power supplies. The 2N797 is a fairly unique germanium transistor since it is in a TO-18 package.

2SC828 NPN silicon transistors made by Panasonic. The 2SC828 is a popular NPN choice for fuzz pedals and can be found in vintage effects such as Super-Fuzz and Uni-Vibe pedals.

2SC945 NPN transistors. This is a silicon NPN transistor in a TO-92 package. The 2SC945 was used in many classic Boss pedals such as the CE-2 chorus.