Katana Boost

effect pedal project by Keeley

Here's the Katana Boost effect pedal project from Keeley.

This project has been described using terms like booster, charge pump, keeley, stripboard, and tagboard and is reportedly verified, meaning many hobbyists have already completed this project and verify that the instructions are without issue.

Beyond the specs and details found on this page, you'll want to check out these stripboard resources too.

Project Resources

Parts List

  • C1
    220n
  • C2
    100p
  • C3
    220n
  • C4
    1n
  • C5
    220n
  • C6
    10u
  • C7
    15n
  • P1
    250k Volume
  • R1
    1M
  • R2
    1M
  • R3
    680R
  • R4
    4k7
  • R5
    1M
  • R6
    680R
  • R7
    4k7
  • S1
    DPDT
  • T1
    2N5458
  • T2
    2N5458
  • U1
    18V

Similar transistors & Potential Alternatives

Can't find an exact match for the recommended transistor in this project within your stash? Or maybe you just feel like experimenting. Use these tables below to get started finding a suitable or otherwise interesting transistor substitution.

There may be 1 alternative for the 2N5458 mentioned above in the parts list for this project. This suggestion were derived by considering the original component's FETType, CntlChType, Vgs, Vds, and Id values and finding comparables in our database. These alternatives are suggestions for further exploration (fun!) and have not been tested in the context of this project. You can also to suit your preferences.