Customising Controllers I MODS MODS MODS
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Figured I should stop shitting in the general thread with the tinkering posts. All forms of modding welcome besides just controllers.
I know Zabo switched out the switches in his Logitech mouse recently, so I wanted to keep this all inclusive for those types of projects,
as well as any type of keyboard customizing too.
So, what's good? Whether you just wanna put your own touch on your input device of choice,
or you want to improve on certain aspects of it. I hope this thread is a good place to get started for you.
Below are some fairly easy to follow tutorials on different mods available from ExtremeRate, which is the brand I've used thus far.
There's more mods available than just the ones below, if you have a Switch, PS4 or Xbox One. They have a selection of similar mods available.
Dualsense:
Replacement trim - Beginner
Swappable thumbsticks - Beginner
LED kit - Intermediate
Replacement shells - Intermediate (heat gun/hairdryer required)
Rear paddles - Advanced (soldering optional)
Clicky triggers - Advanced
Series S/X
Swappable thumbsticks - Beginner
Replacement shell - Beginner
LED kit - Intermediate (soldering optional)
Clicky triggers - Advanced (soldering required)
Rear buttons - Advanced (soldering required)
Gallery:
I know Zabo switched out the switches in his Logitech mouse recently, so I wanted to keep this all inclusive for those types of projects,
as well as any type of keyboard customizing too.
So, what's good? Whether you just wanna put your own touch on your input device of choice,
or you want to improve on certain aspects of it. I hope this thread is a good place to get started for you.
Below are some fairly easy to follow tutorials on different mods available from ExtremeRate, which is the brand I've used thus far.
There's more mods available than just the ones below, if you have a Switch, PS4 or Xbox One. They have a selection of similar mods available.
Dualsense:
Replacement trim - Beginner
Swappable thumbsticks - Beginner
LED kit - Intermediate
Replacement shells - Intermediate (heat gun/hairdryer required)
Rear paddles - Advanced (soldering optional)
Clicky triggers - Advanced
Series S/X
Swappable thumbsticks - Beginner
Replacement shell - Beginner
LED kit - Intermediate (soldering optional)
Clicky triggers - Advanced (soldering required)
Rear buttons - Advanced (soldering required)
Gallery:
Dope! Would love us to nurture more DIY/customization stuff like this.
Did you spend a lot of time worrying about circuitry or even soldering? Feel like that's some fundamental stuff anyone can learn.
Did you spend a lot of time worrying about circuitry or even soldering? Feel like that's some fundamental stuff anyone can learn.
By reilo Go To PostDope! Would love us to nurture more DIY/customization stuff like this.
Did you spend a lot of time worrying about circuitry or even soldering? Feel like that's some fundamental stuff anyone can learn.
For my first pad, I did spend some time learning to desolder/solder first since I was opening it up to replace a drifting stick. I haven’t needed any real knowledge on the circuit boards within the pads beyond the basics for what to unplug to disassemble and such.
For the mods I’ve installed so far, soldering has been an optional step that I haven’t needed to opt for, but it has also been a case of a single wire or two only so no big deal if I did go that route.
Nice. Yea that's one of the things I want to get into more via Arduino, etc, and maybe take it a step further if I ever get into it like make my own guitar pedals or whatnot. It all kind of plays within the same ballpark.
That’s way more advanced than where I’m at currently with my tinkering. I’d be happy to carve out a little niche customising and repairing pads though. Just to have a bit of tech hobby again. All the supply and pricing issues on the PC side of things pretty much cut me off from my main hobby of tinkering with my build.
I’ve got my other Dualsense that I want to look into at some point, and my girlfriend’s nephew wants a light kit in his One S controller which is what I’ll likely do next.
If anyone in the UK here wants to trust me to have a crack at their pads though, more than happy to do it as long as they cover the price of the mods.
I’ve got my other Dualsense that I want to look into at some point, and my girlfriend’s nephew wants a light kit in his One S controller which is what I’ll likely do next.
If anyone in the UK here wants to trust me to have a crack at their pads though, more than happy to do it as long as they cover the price of the mods.
I've fallen down a rabbit hole and discovered something new (to me). These should make the next inevitable case of stick drift a complete doddle to fix. Though calling it a permanent fix is disingenuous since drift will reoccur later on and require part disassembly to re-calibrate. Still, neat.
I have a Hyperkin Duke controller that I need to fix. It doesn't drift, but instead gets stuck going in a direction after going back to neutral. I don't even know where to begin to fix that, though. It's a shame because I like the controller.
I've wanted to do a shell replacement on my DualSense, but all the shells look super smooth. Do they have a grip problem?
By JesalR Go To PostI've wanted to do a shell replacement on my DualSense, but all the shells look super smooth. Do they have a grip problem?I find the glossy finish has more grip personally. There’s some soft touch finishes too but they tend to be in plain colours rather than designs.
By HonestVapes Go To PostI find the glossy finish has more grip personally. There’s some soft touch finishes too but they tend to be in plain colours rather than designs.Fair, I was looking at doing a PS1 colour palette for my DualSense (and maybe even XSX controller). Any idea where’s good for some coloured buttons?
By JesalR Go To PostFair, I was looking at doing a PS1 colour palette for my DualSense (and maybe even XSX controller). Any idea where’s good for some coloured buttons?Do you have a spare PS4 controller laying around? You can trim a single tab off the Dualshock 4's buttons and you're good to go with the classic colour scheme. video below:
By Kibner Go To PostI have a Hyperkin Duke controller that I need to fix. It doesn't drift, but instead gets stuck going in a direction after going back to neutral. I don't even know where to begin to fix that, though. It's a shame because I like the controller.I believe that's still just a form of drift, so replacing the stick or using one of those flex PCBs to re-calibrate it should work. As a quick fix, you could try sparying component cleaner on the stick/potentiometers.
By HonestVapes Go To PostDo you have a spare PS4 controller laying around? You can trim a single tab off the Dualshock 4's buttons and you're good to go with the classic colour scheme. video below:
Think I've got at least one DualShock kicking around. If they work, then I'll be happy to pull them out. Any idea if the DualSense buttons can live in the DualShock?
By JesalR Go To PostThink I've got at least one DualShock kicking around. If they work, then I'll be happy to pull them out. Any idea if the DualSense buttons can live in the DualShock?
I think it’s the same for them, the buttons in the DS4 and Dualsense have 4 tabs at the base. 3 out of the 4 tabs are the same size and in the same position. The 4th tab is in a different position so theoretically you just need to clip that tab off each button and they become interchangeable between each controller.
By HonestVapes Go To PostI believe that's still just a form of drift, so replacing the stick or using one of those flex PCBs to re-calibrate it should work. As a quick fix, you could try sparying component cleaner on the stick/potentiometers.Thanks! I'll have to look into this. The thought of replacing the potentiometer scares me, tbh. I have no idea what I would need to to do the recalibration and then there is the soldering...
By Kibner Go To PostThanks! I'll have to look into this. The thought of replacing the potentiometer scares me, tbh. I have no idea what I would need to to do the recalibration and then there is the soldering…
Replacing them is honestly a pain in the arse. It’s a lot of pins that need to be desoldered per stick. The flex PCB and recalibration seems to be the easier option, and easiest long term solution.
Gonna order some at the end of the month and try them out since I have a couple One controllers with drift. I’ll report back then
Not feeling this one, but it’s for my gf’s cousin and he picked out the faceplate and lights so as long as he’s happy with it. I repaired the headphone jack on it too.
This is pretty new, to my knowledge it’s the first 4 button paddle kit you can buy and install yourself outside of dodgy ebay kits.
Does anyone know of a genuine higher capacity battery for a Dualsense? Amazon is full of fake 3000 and 4000mah replacements.
Better yet, does anyone have a source for testing playtime with the stock battery vs a higher capacity extended battery? I remember the DualShock 4 pads didn’t really benefit from higher capacity packs.
Better yet, does anyone have a source for testing playtime with the stock battery vs a higher capacity extended battery? I remember the DualShock 4 pads didn’t really benefit from higher capacity packs.
These might not be fakes?
- https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09DD726YC?ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_E6TYK750MR2YQPHXXA13&language=en-GB
- https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/155454170292?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=degvPKDqRa6&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=tylTTeCYTI2&var=455677310204&widget_ver=artemis&media=TW (has the 2650mah selected; 4000 one probably won't fit in controller)
- https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09DD726YC?ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_E6TYK750MR2YQPHXXA13&language=en-GB
- https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/155454170292?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=degvPKDqRa6&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=tylTTeCYTI2&var=455677310204&widget_ver=artemis&media=TW (has the 2650mah selected; 4000 one probably won't fit in controller)
Ordered the PAXO battery and some new thumb sticks. Hopefully this unfucks the Dualsense battery life
Edit: Very tempted by this shell: https://extremerate.com/products/extremerate-replacement-front-housing-shell-with-touchpad-compatible-with-ps5-controller-bdm-010-020-030-040-hot-spring-kitties?variant=44443644363002
Edit: Very tempted by this shell: https://extremerate.com/products/extremerate-replacement-front-housing-shell-with-touchpad-compatible-with-ps5-controller-bdm-010-020-030-040-hot-spring-kitties?variant=44443644363002
Would be interested in a DualSense battery upgrade as well, but I've a feeling it wouldn't be compatible with my paddles add-on.
By Zabojnik Go To PostWould be interested in a DualSense battery upgrade as well, but I've a feeling it wouldn't be compatible with my paddles add-on.Just fitted the new battery, still fits with my paddles on the back and the foam sponge piece that’s glued to the rear shell that rests against the battery.
The battery is relatively similar in size, but the plastic housing is thinner that the stock battery. It’s a bit heavier too.
Gonna get some hours in on it and see how long it lasts, I’ll report back.
By Zabojnik Go To PostAh, nice. Will get for sure then, if your intel is positive.Pretty sure this battery is legit. Used it a lot today, both for games and as media remote for my pc. Yet to die on me, showing one bar left on it.
Finished with this one. It was originally from AimControllers, so it has their original rear paddles (4) and clicky L2/R2.
Now it also has the new front shell, clear front trim, swappable thumb sticks and larger battery.
Very nice, Vapes.
I decided to not get the larger battery for now. I just don't use the joypad often enough for it to be a real necessity, plus there is a fair bit of work involved to swap it due to how these paddles I have are attached. Bookmarked the name and make of the battery, maybe in the future.
I decided to not get the larger battery for now. I just don't use the joypad often enough for it to be a real necessity, plus there is a fair bit of work involved to swap it due to how these paddles I have are attached. Bookmarked the name and make of the battery, maybe in the future.