Tuesday, Apr 10th 2007 by Chris Scott Barr


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I’m sure there are plenty of you out there that have experienced the whammy bar issues that I’ve mentioned before. Yes, Red Octane has admitted that there is an issue. But for some of us, the solution is not as easy as returning the guitar for a new one. My local Walmart is still sold out. So why not just fix the problem yourself?

Apparently, the issue can be fixed without even voiding your warranty (if you care). All you need to do is remove the black screws from the back of the guitar. Then loosen the two screws on the sensor, very slightly rotate it clockwise and tighten the screws back up. Screw the back on again and you’re done. Then if that doesn’t work, you might think about returning it.

On an interesting note, on the inside of the guitar one of the chips clearly has the word “pedal” stamped above the wires that lead to the RJ-11 jack. I think we can safely assume that there’s no question about what it will be used for.

Faulty Guitar Hero II Controller Fix [via gizmodo]

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  1.  Duncan   View all comments by Duncan  Neutral  Add karma Subtract karma Quote

    Thanks for the fix. i’ll try mine at home

  2.  Chris Scott Barr   View all comments by Chris Scott Barr  +1  Add karma Subtract karma Quote

    Let me know how it works out for you. I’ve got some other plans for my controller right now, so I’m unable to confirm this fix.

  3.  Duncan   View all comments by Duncan  Neutral  Add karma Subtract karma Quote

    I just need to get the right tools before i go home


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