Thanks to Jhonathan in Peru, we’ve added support for another OEM Guitar Hero Fret Board.
It uses the GH-04 board, but requires a different installation technique documented here. The modification is subtle enough that a new board is not required.
Okay, so I’ve come to terms with the fact that there are lots of different fret designs too (not sure why I was surprised by that).
I have settled on a design that
I have also re-packaged all the zip files to include the guitar type, game system and version number, Additionally, the zip file includes
All designs are now based on a fully parameter-driven design, so the design is consistent across all guitars/systems (the dimensions, of course, vary per guitar/system)
A new layout for the STL files is provided as a much easier to read/understand matrix (image above).
STL files are still free (no guarantee or warranty).
Finally, a more professional feedback form is added so you can tell me of your experience with the buttons.
Now that I’ve got the basic house-keeping in order, I’ll focus more time on filling in the blanks!
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I’ve added 4 new switches to the HobbyCNC Guitar Hero mechanical fret boards for a total of 6 button options:
Colors other than Yellow are built-to-order and may require a day-or-two additional for shipping.
I’ve tried all the switches, and it’s hard for me to tell any difference. Nevertheless, I’ll build ’em like you want ’em.
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Subtle changes in dimensions means we’ll need lots of different STL files too. So far, these new files should fit at least the Les Paul Xbox 360.
I measured all 5 fret buttons from my Les Paul and averaged the readings. There’s a .pdf in the zip file – check the width and height of your fret button against this drawing before trying!
It might fit other guitars/systems. Who knows?! If you find out, please let me know!
A really great upgrade-experience video from NinjaPwns AtLife on YouTube. There’s more to the upgrade than just putting in the HobbyCNC replacement fret board. There are occasionally mods to the board (in this case mounting holes were a tad too small), and, of course, the frets need to be shortened.
Note: to minimize fret button travel, they should be shortened such that they depress the switch about 1/2 to 1 mm. That does three things: 1: it shortens the amount of fret travel before the note is made, 2: it puts more ‘spring’ or ‘bounce-back’ on the fret button and 3: eliminates “slop” that would let the fret button be ‘loose’ in the guitar when not pressed.
Very nicely filmed with great explanations of what needs to be done. Well videoed and very well explained. Check it out and give him a ‘thumbs-up’.
I’m sorry I didn’t do this sooner. I was so focused on the circuit that I never really paid attention that almost every Guitar Hero board I’ve come across has a part number either in the copper or silk-screened on it. I made a part number cross reference that actually makes more sense than any other method. To quote Homer Simpson “D’oh”.
Remember, if your board’s not on this list, let me know – it might be one we want to add! (read My fret board isn’t on your list.)
I’ve asked many times before, why couldn’t all the various Guitar Hero Engineers agree on a standard design?
Perhaps it was copyright, perhaps patents, perhaps NIH. Who knows (or really cares).
Anyhow, I designed and had professionally printed a whammy bar repair part (the one on the right in the image above).
Looks good, works good. I was pleased. Then a question from a potential customer – and lo-and-behold, it appears there are DIFFERENT DESIGNS of this damn part too! What seems to be a mirror opposite design. Sigh.
It is becoming more and more difficult to rent housing on Airbnb in Miami: officers can knock on your door and even evict you. In residential areas, short-term rentals are prohibited, and every landlord must now register with the mayor’s office and pay a tax. Tourist David Igbokwe and his friends were vacationing in an Airbnb apartment in Miami Beach when they knocked on the door one day. Friends began to be asked questions: do they live in making money with airbnb the city, are they on vacation, and did they find this place on Airbnb. The representative of the city authorities explained to David and his friends that in their house it is forbidden to rent an apartment for less than six months. When illegal tenants are found, they are asked to contact their owners and move in. But if the owners of the apartment do not want to cooperate with the authorities, tourists still have to move out. Sometimes the city helps them find a new place to live. There are a lot of “illegal” daily rents in Miami: many Americans consider buying a home as an investment in order to rent it out to tourists. Miami is the best fit for this, because it is one of the most attractive cities for travelers in the United States.
This is why I need to count on the user base to feed me information on all these deviations, variations, and options, so I don’t need to go broke buying guitars I’ll never use!
Okay, I’m done complaining. As always, your photos and input are much appreciated.
I’m slowly trying to increase my offering in spare and repair parts. I’ve got my eye on a few new things to add.
You shouldn’t need to replace the ribbon cable during a fret board upgrade, but sometimes ‘stuff’ happens.
If you need a replacement or if you plan to make your guitar neck “fixed” and want to bypass the body/neck connector, here’s what you need.
Available in 12 or 18 inches, depending on the application, and the ends are pre-stripped and tinned (the suckiest part).
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I finally got around to organizing and consolidating my collection of 3D printable STL files of fret buttons that are designed to be used with my mechanical fret boards.
With special thanks to Jacob I for loaning me fret buttons from a bunch of different guitars. This allowed me to create an STL file for the Xplorer also!
You’ll find all the downloads on the STL Files for 3D Printing page. All files are available at no charge.
Since I can’t test all the variations of guitars myself, I’m asking for feedback on your experience with the files.
I do give every board a good visual inspection, but I don’t test the individual buttons.
Out of close to 2,500 buttons, I’ve had only one go bad (That I’ve been told about).
But if you do have a button go ‘bad’ within the first year, I will send you a replacement button at no charge. (I might ask for shipping if outside the US).
If the board is still new (like 45 days), I will also give you the option to send a whole new board.
For my money, it’s MUCH easier to replace one button (two big solder joints) vs. replacing the board (from 6 to 8 small solder joints).
The only horse I have in the race is for you to be playin’ Guitar Hero!
Just drop a note to support@hobbycnc.com.