Frequently Asked Questions

NOKILL Pedal Co is a guitar pedal company built on a simple belief: DOGS > HUMANS. Every pedal we make features original dog-inspired artwork, and portions of every sale are donated to animal rescue organizations. We currently support One Tail At A Time WTX (OTAT WTX) and other rescue groups. Our name reflects our commitment to advocating for no-kill shelters and animal rescue. When you buy a NOKILL pedal, you're not just getting a great-sounding piece of gear — you're directly helping rescue dogs find their forever homes.

Every NOKILL pedal is handcrafted in Portland, Oregon by founder Alex Brown. Each pedal is hand-soldered, hand-wired, tested, and finished with original artwork before it ships. These are not mass-produced — every unit is built with care from start to finish.

We donate portions of sales to animal rescue organizations, with a primary focus on One Tail At A Time WTX (OTAT WTX), a rescue organization based in West Texas. Some pedals — like Trinity's Triangle — donate 100% of profits to rescue. We're always looking to expand our partnerships with rescue organizations doing great work.

All NOKILL pedals run on standard 9V DC center-negative power — the same power used by most guitar pedals on the market. Any standard isolated pedal power supply (like a Truetone CS series, Strymon Zuma, Voodoo Lab Pedal Power, MXR DC Brick, etc.) will work perfectly. No battery compartment is included — a power supply is required. Do not use center-positive or higher-voltage power supplies, as this may damage the pedal.

Yes. Every NOKILL pedal is true bypass. When the pedal is off, your signal passes through completely unaffected — no tone suck, no signal loss, no coloration. Your guitar tone stays intact when the pedal isn't engaged.

Most NOKILL pedals use the 125B enclosure, which is a compact, pedalboard-friendly size (approximately 4.7" x 2.6" x 1.6"). Some pedals with more controls — like the Entirely Too Large Dachshund — use the larger 1590BB enclosure (approximately 4.7" x 3.7" x 1.3"). Check each product page for the specific enclosure size.

Because every pedal is handbuilt to order, please allow approximately 2 weeks for your order to ship. During busy periods or new releases, lead times may be slightly longer. Once your pedal ships, you'll receive tracking information via email. We ship via USPS from Portland, Oregon. Custom etched pedals add about 30 days — see our Custom Orders guide.

International shipping availability may vary. Please contact us at alex@nokillpedal.co before placing an international order so we can confirm shipping rates and availability to your location. Additional customs fees, duties, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

We want you to love your NOKILL pedal. If there's an issue with your order, please reach out to alex@nokillpedal.co within 14 days of receiving your pedal and we'll work with you to make it right. Please note: Custom etched pedals, Custom Dog Woodcuts, Mystery Boxes, and other limited/special items are final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged. All pedals must be returned in their original condition.

Yes — and now you can add your dog to any pedal we make. Just choose the Custom Dog Etch add-on (+$75) on the pedal you want, and we'll email you after your order to collect a clear photo of your pup. We turn your dog into a custom ink-style illustration etched onto that pedal. Your pedal's enclosure and knob colors stay the same as the original design — only your dog's artwork is added. Custom etching adds about 30 days to the build. Want a matching wall piece? Add the Custom Dog Woodcut — an 8" laser-etched wood round of your pup. Prefer preset boutique circuits with a surprise enclosure and knob combo? The Big Mutt Custom Dog Pedal is still here too. Full details, photo tips, and timing live on our Custom Orders guide.

NOKILL Pedal Co specializes in fuzz, distortion, and overdrive pedals. Our lineup includes circuits inspired by classics like the Big Muff, ZVex Fuzz Factory, and ZVex Mastotron, as well as original designs. We also offer pedal enclosures for DIY builders and custom one-off pedals featuring artwork of your own dog. Every pedal features original dog-inspired artwork and supports animal rescue. Check out our full lineup on the Effect Pedals page.

Every NOKILL pedal is handbuilt and tested before it leaves the shop. If something goes wrong with the electronics of your pedal, reach out to us at alex@nokillpedal.co and we'll take care of you. We stand behind our builds.

Our powder-coated 125B enclosures are unfinished, blank pedal housings for DIY pedal builders. They come in four finishes — gold, silver, rose gold, and silver-gold — and are ready to be drilled, wired, and built into your own custom pedal. Pair them with your own circuit to create a one-off stompbox without sourcing raw aluminum and finishing it yourself. Great for DIY guitar pedal projects, prototyping, and one-of-a-kind builds.

You can reach us by:

• Email: alex@nokillpedal.co
• Instagram: @nokillpedal.co
• Website: nokillpedal.co

We're a one-person operation, so please allow 1-2 business days for a response. We promise we'll get back to you.

NOKILL Mystery Boxes are limited surprise packages that may include pedals, enclosures, stickers, and other NOKILL goodies at a discounted price. The contents are random and part of the fun is not knowing what you'll get. Mystery Boxes are final sale — no returns or exchanges. Follow us on Instagram @nokillpedal.co for announcements when new Mystery Boxes drop.