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DIY Distortion Kit

Overview

The DIY Distortion Kit gives you everything you need to build your very own custom distortion pedal from scratch. Perfect for first-time pedal builders and soldering enthusiasts, this kit provides a hands-on, educational, and rewarding experience—letting you create a fully functional, personalized distortion pedal.

Designed to guide you step-by-step, it’s ideal for learning the fundamentals of electronics, pedal assembly, and tone shaping.

What’s Included

The kit comes with nearly everything you need to build your pedal, including:

Full-color instructional manual
QR code to access a complete instructional video course
Pre-drilled and finished enclosure
Main and input/output PCBs
All through-hole components
All hardware required for assembly
Sticker sheet for personalization
A dash of “wizard powers” to complete your build

What You’ll Need

To complete the build, you’ll need:

9V power supply
Soldering iron and tools (flush cutters, etc.)
Patience and enthusiasm

Why Choose the DIY Distortion Kit?

Perfect for first-time pedal builders
Learn soldering and electronics hands-on
Fully guided instructions and video course
Build a functional, custom distortion pedal
Personalize with included sticker sheet

The DIY Distortion Kit is your gateway to creating a custom distortion pedal while gaining practical skills and confidence in electronics. It’s a fun, educational, and rewarding project for musicians and gear enthusiasts alike.

Additional information

Weight	1.5 lbs
Dimensions	8 × 6 × 4 in
Product Condition	USED, NEW

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DIY Distortion Kit

Overview

The DIY Distortion Kit gives you everything you need to build your very own custom distortion pedal from scratch. Perfect for first-time pedal builders and soldering enthusiasts, this kit provides a hands-on, educational, and rewarding experience—letting you create a fully functional, personalized distortion pedal.

Designed to guide you step-by-step, it’s ideal for learning the fundamentals of electronics, pedal assembly, and tone shaping.

What’s Included

The kit comes with nearly everything you need to build your pedal, including:

Full-color instructional manual
QR code to access a complete instructional video course
Pre-drilled and finished enclosure
Main and input/output PCBs
All through-hole components
All hardware required for assembly
Sticker sheet for personalization
A dash of “wizard powers” to complete your build

What You’ll Need

To complete the build, you’ll need:

9V power supply
Soldering iron and tools (flush cutters, etc.)
Patience and enthusiasm

Why Choose the DIY Distortion Kit?

Perfect for first-time pedal builders
Learn soldering and electronics hands-on
Fully guided instructions and video course
Build a functional, custom distortion pedal
Personalize with included sticker sheet

The DIY Distortion Kit is your gateway to creating a custom distortion pedal while gaining practical skills and confidence in electronics. It’s a fun, educational, and rewarding project for musicians and gear enthusiasts alike.

Additional information

Weight	1.5 lbs
Dimensions	8 × 6 × 4 in
Product Condition	USED, NEW

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$ 49.99 / month

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$ 99.99 / month

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$ 25.99 / month

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Swap your gear every 30 days and earn 100 Loyalty Points monthly to unlock even more benefits. Join today and start creating with the tools you need!

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$ 49.99 / month

Get Access to More Gear and Better Perks
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$ 99.99 / month

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