Electrical engineers and hobbyists might enjoy the task of creating their own, personal pedals. And the New York Tech Libraries have the soldering equipment to complete these projects. And with the resources included in this guide, you can find the kits and parts to complete these projects.
There are a number of websites dedicated to building pedals.
Below are some of the beginner videos we've selected to get you started.
The Tub Screamer is an overdrive pedal, famously popularized by guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan. Simply put, it boosts the mid-range frequencies and "pushes" the signal of the amp, which makes it louder and more noticeable in the mix of instruments (when in a band setting). General Guitar Habits has a DIY kit with step-by-step assembly instructions.