Restore the classic pulsing tremolo in your vintage Fender amp with this Vibrato LDR Optocoupler, often nicknamed the "roach." This component is essential for reviving the optical-style vibrato circuit used in many blackface and silverface Fender® amps, as well as compatible models from other builders.
Whether your tremolo has gone dead or weak, this drop-in replacement brings the wobble back—no mods required.
Key Features:
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Direct replacement for Fender®-style LDR tremolo switches
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Neon lamp optocoupler (a.k.a. "roach")
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Non-polarized optical side marked with silver dot and longer leads
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Resistive side indicated by slightly shorter leads
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Compact and easy to install in original circuit position
Specifications:
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Type: Vibrato LDR optocoupler
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Common Name: Roach
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Length: 1.295 in.
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Width: 0.347 in.
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Packaging Dimensions: 1.3 × 0.4 × 0.4 in.
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Weight (with packaging): 0.0044 lbs
Compatibility:
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Fender® blackface and silverface amps with LDR-style tremolo circuits
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Other vintage amps using neon/LDR opto modules
Don’t let a dead roach kill your vibe—restore your amp’s tremolo with a replacement LDR optocoupler from British Audio today.
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