Description
Compatibility: there are two board revisions of the SNES/SFC controller: the early SFC-only 1990 model with one IC (rare) and the later revision SNES/SFC 1992+ model with two ICs (most common). We are currently only stocking the most common 1992+ model PCBs.
Please note:
Building a controller with third party parts almost always requires tuning for micro-tolerance issues.
All parts (boards, shells, rubber pads, buttons, etc) have tolerance ranges that may not overlap cleanly in all combinations. Even a small 0.1mm gap resulting from tolerance clashes between parts can reduce sensitivity, specifically on diagonals on the d-pads or the shoulder buttons.
Please note, these issues happen on the stock boards too, this is why 3rd party silicone pads are notorious for stiff diagonals. As these boards are 1:1 replicas of stock, the same thing happens to them. Stock pads that are torn or worn down may also malfunction. Worn pads can be tuned. Torn pads generally need replaced.
Fortunately this is extremely easy to tune to your desired set of parts, so a full guide is covered in the documentation, along with links to known possible parts. Please have a look over the guidelines in the documentation below before purchasing.
Install Instructions: click here.
Install and demonstration video: click here.
Join the discussion on Discord by clicking here.
This project is Open Source Hardware. We believe in your right to repair! If you would like to see available schematics and board-views, please check the source repository here.
*Difficulty level is the opinion of Retro Upgrades. This kit is sold as DIY and requires soldering skills and lifting pins for the Model 1 install. Please review the documentation and make sure you are confident in installing this kit prior to purchasing!
Disclaimer: This is a very advanced project. Significant skill in soldering and desoldering is required, along with the appropriate tools. Please review the documentation and/or install video carefully before purchasing to understand the project requirements. You will need to purchase a compatible donor unit, and optionally, any parts you wish to use new separately. There is no guarantee that you can make a successful build simply by purchasing this product. There is no warranty on this item once you start soldering on it.
