by BrianV | Mar 4, 2024 | Guitar_Hero_Blog
I found myself duplicating my blog posts to Reddit, so I figured it makes sense to start a HobbyCNC Reddit Community community. It’s more interactive and I think that makes it more valuable. Moving forward, I’ll be putting any-and-all updates on Reddit, so...
by BrianV | Dec 12, 2023 | Guitar_Hero_Blog
Quest for the Ideal Fret Button Feel I’ve spent a LOT of time and energy understanding the Guitar Hero fret buttons. Different guitars have different dimensions. Not much different, but different enough. I try to balance fit, feel, weight and strength to get...
by BrianV | Jul 12, 2023 | Guitar_Hero_Blog
If you’ve modified your fret board to be ‘hard wired’ (e.g. bypassing the body-to-neck connector), then you really don’t want the neck to be removed and risk pulling/damaging the wiring. This simple solution replaces the stock unlock lever with...
by BrianV | Jun 9, 2023 | Guitar_Hero_Blog
Here’s how the testing happens for the Clone Hero Conversion kit. I built a jig to hold all the circuit boards securely in place so I can do a complete system test, including the ’tilt’ sensors (for Star Power). I used my 3D printer to design special...
by BrianV | Jun 8, 2023 | Guitar_Hero_Blog
I’m pleased to report that the HobbyCNC “No Solder” Clone Hero Conversion has been successfully installed in a Les Paul for PS2, Model #95121.805. This conversion now works with both the Les Paul for Xbox and for PS2. You can review the complete...
by BrianV | Jun 4, 2023 | Guitar_Hero_Blog
I just purchased an inexpensive solder pot for my workshop. Several of my products, like replacement ribbon cables and my new Clone Hero Conversion, require the tinning of LOTS of 28 gauge flat ribbon cables. This task is slow and difficult using just a soldering...
