Eddieh1979
11-25-2007, 11:49 PM
Before I even say anything at all, please note that doing this WILL void your warranty on your guitar and you will end up having to PAY to get it fixed professionally!
Ever notice how the "strummer" on the official Rock Band guitar feels kinda loose? Notice how when you strum the guitar it doesn't always respond and causes you to miss notes? Want to try to fix/improve your controller yourself and void your warranty? If yes, then read on!
Tools required for the job:
Philips Screwdriver
2 small rubber bands (small enough to squeeze your pinky finger)
1) Turn the guitar so it is face down, unscrew all of the screws on the back of the guitar, EXCEPT for the ones underneath the sticker, and on the neck of the guitar.
2) Take the back cover off the guitar, and you should notice where the strummer is immediately. There are only two small sponges being used to re-center the guitar strummer. Obviously, these sponges can't handle the job properly and this needs to be corrected.
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c37/Eddieh1979/RockBandStrummer.jpg
(also, carefully tighten ALL of the screws around the strummer if they are loose)
3) Do you see the two sets of "hooks" or "latches" on the strummer and on the case itself? Hmmm, I wonder why those are there? They look like they were designed for a reason, but nothing is attached to them. I know! Let's attach some small rubber bands to these hooks, and see if this helps improve your guitar solos.
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c37/Eddieh1979/RockBandRubberBandFix.jpg
My wife found these rubber bands, not sure what purpose they were used for or where she got them, but they did the job. They were small enough to squeeze my pinky finger. Maybe you can use the same rubber bands that are used for braces. If the rubber band is too small, you can end up with a stiff strummer, if they are too big though, try "doubling them up" like a girl would with a hair tie. If you leave the rubber band on too loose, it could fall off, so use your best judgment.
As soon as I put my controller together, I fired up Rock Band, set my skill to expert and I was able to pull off 100% solos with this mod/fix! I Hope this helps someone else out and good luck!
Ever notice how the "strummer" on the official Rock Band guitar feels kinda loose? Notice how when you strum the guitar it doesn't always respond and causes you to miss notes? Want to try to fix/improve your controller yourself and void your warranty? If yes, then read on!
Tools required for the job:
Philips Screwdriver
2 small rubber bands (small enough to squeeze your pinky finger)
1) Turn the guitar so it is face down, unscrew all of the screws on the back of the guitar, EXCEPT for the ones underneath the sticker, and on the neck of the guitar.
2) Take the back cover off the guitar, and you should notice where the strummer is immediately. There are only two small sponges being used to re-center the guitar strummer. Obviously, these sponges can't handle the job properly and this needs to be corrected.
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c37/Eddieh1979/RockBandStrummer.jpg
(also, carefully tighten ALL of the screws around the strummer if they are loose)
3) Do you see the two sets of "hooks" or "latches" on the strummer and on the case itself? Hmmm, I wonder why those are there? They look like they were designed for a reason, but nothing is attached to them. I know! Let's attach some small rubber bands to these hooks, and see if this helps improve your guitar solos.
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c37/Eddieh1979/RockBandRubberBandFix.jpg
My wife found these rubber bands, not sure what purpose they were used for or where she got them, but they did the job. They were small enough to squeeze my pinky finger. Maybe you can use the same rubber bands that are used for braces. If the rubber band is too small, you can end up with a stiff strummer, if they are too big though, try "doubling them up" like a girl would with a hair tie. If you leave the rubber band on too loose, it could fall off, so use your best judgment.
As soon as I put my controller together, I fired up Rock Band, set my skill to expert and I was able to pull off 100% solos with this mod/fix! I Hope this helps someone else out and good luck!
