125B · 5 knobs
NostalgiTone The Mule Single: Amazing Super Lead OD Preamp
- Category
- Overdrive
- Controls
- Vol · Pres · Gain · Bass · Treb
- Price
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From the vendor
Now Available in (3) Purchase Options:
PCB + Matching Plate Bundle — $11.95PCB Only — $9.95Matching Plate Only — $5.95
Plate Fits 125B size enclosure w/ 5mm LED
Description
NostalgiTone The Mule is the Most Versatile Preamp in the NostalgiTone Series
The Mule delivers full-spectrum tone control with a complete EQ section: Bass, Mid, Treble, Presence, and a Tight switch for dialing in just the right response. Inspired by one of the most iconic high-gain amps from the late ’80s and early ’90s, this Super Lead Overdrive-style circuit produces everything from saturated leads to articulate cleans—perfect for players who demand versatility.
• Clean, Easy WiringNo more messy or intimidating wiring jobs—The Mule is designed with a clean layout for a professional look inside and out. Enjoy rich, all-analog tones enhanced with smart, modern features—all in a compact format that’s gig-ready and travel-friendly.
• Smart Component SelectionWe know that sourcing parts can be a challenge. That’s why every component in the NostalgiTone series has been carefully chosen for availability from today’s top suppliers, so you can build with confidence.
NostalgiTone The Mule Build Document
Note: You may also use TC1044SCPA or TC1044SEPA Charge Pumps.
Order a drilled enclosure from Tayda (registration required)
• 125B size only – Drilled Enclosure Link
Schematic
The schematic is in the vendor's build document, page 2. Open the build document. No KiCad fragment has been drawn for this circuit yet.
Parts list 37 rows
Report a wrong parse| Ref | Value | Normalized | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistors 18 | ||||
| R7 | 7 | 7 | OCR | |
| R14 | 10k | 10k | OCR | |
| R2 | 68k | 68k | OCR | |
| R15 | 47k | 47k | OCR | |
| R16 | 10k | 10k | OCR | |
| R4 | 1M | 1M | OCR | |
| R17 | 1M | 1M | OCR | |
| R5 | 2k | 2k | OCR | |
| R6 | 10k | 10k | OCR | |
| R19 | 10k | 10k | OCR | |
| R20 | 33k | 33k | OCR | |
| R8 | 4k7 | 4.7k | OCR | |
| R21 | 22k | 22k | OCR | |
| R10 | 6k8 | 6.8k | OCR | |
| R23 | 1k | 1k | OCR | |
| R24 | 220 | 220 | OCR | |
| R12 | 220k | 220k | OCR | |
| R25 | 10k | 10k | OCR | |
| Capacitors 9 | ||||
| C2 | 100pF | 100p | OCR | |
| C15 | 1n | 1n | OCR | |
| C17 | 100n | 100n | OCR | |
| C7 | 100pF | 100p | OCR | |
| C21 | 22n | 22n | OCR | |
| C4 | 10uF | 10u | OCR | |
| C10 | 100pF | 100p | OCR | |
| C12 | 470pF | 470p | OCR | |
| C26 | 100n | 100n | OCR | |
| Diodes 4 | ||||
| D1 | 1N5232 | 1N5232 | OCR | |
| D2 | 1N5232 | 1N5232 | OCR | |
| D3 | 1N5817 | 1N5817 | OCR | |
| D4 | 1N4742A- | 1N4742A- | OCR | |
| ICs 1 | ||||
| IC4 | ICL7660S | ICL7660S | OCR | |
| Potentiometers 5 | ||||
| VOL | B25K | B25k | Potentiometer | OCR |
| PRES | C25K | C25k | Potentiometer | OCR |
| GAIN | A500K | A500k | Potentiometer | OCR |
| BASS | A1M | A1M | Potentiometer | OCR |
| TREB | B250K | B250k | Potentiometer | OCR |