CONTROLLERS
Below is a highlight of all the various controllers available through BD Retro Mods. Unless noted in the description, all controllers can be purchased through the Etsy shop or by emailing bdretromods@gmail.com.
ATARI 2600 / ATARI 8-BIT / COMMODORE 64
This is a custom made Atari 2600 / Atari 8-Bit (400/800/XL/XE) / Commodore 64 controller that gives a more arcade-style feel. This can also work for the Atari 7800 on games that only use one button. Unlike the original Atari 2600 controller, this is can be used either left or right handed. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length is approximately 5 to 6 feet.
ATARI 2600 / ATARI 8-BIT / COMMODORE 64 - TRACK & FIELD STYLE CONTROLLER
This is a custom made Track & Field controller that is paying homage to the original controller made by Atari, Inc. in 1984, but with some quality of life improvements. Compared to the original controller, improvements include a slightly smaller size, repositioning of the jump/throw button, and slightly bigger buttons that are easily replaceable. A transparent blue enclosure (6" x 3.2" x 1.8") is used for the shell. This size allows you to hold it in your hand or use on a flat surface. There are also rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The buttons are 28mm HAPP style (not official). Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
ATARI 5200
This is a custom made Atari 5200 arcade style controller. A black plastic enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the project box are 7.6" x 4.4" x 2.2”. There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length for this arcade style controller is approximately 9 feet. It has a 3x4 red and blue matrix keypad where A is Start, B is Pause and C is Reset. It also has two trim knobs to adjust the horizontal and vertical potentiometers to get center values. This is necessary as the original 5200 controllers have an analog stick (that broke easily) and arcade sticks are digital. The horizontal knob can also be used as a paddle for games such as Super Breakout and Kaboom.
ATARI 7800
This is a custom made Atari 7800 arcade style controller. It can also work on the Atari 2600 and Atari 8-bit line of computers (Atari 400, 800, 800XL, 1200XL, 65XE, 130XE and XEGS). A black plastic sloped enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the enclosure are 6.89” x 4.89” x 2.45"/1.53" sloped. Has a black wood texture vinyl overlay on the front of the controller. There are also rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length is approximately 5 to 6 feet.
ATARI 7800 - NES STYLE CONTROLLER
This is a brand new third party NES style controller that has been modified to be used on the Atari 7800. This controller is also compatible with the Atari 2600 and Atari 8-Bit Computers (Atari 400, 800, 800XL, 1200XL, 65XE, 130XE and XEGS) Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
ATARI DUAL STICK
This is a custom made Atari Dual Stick arcade style controller that is compatible with the Atari 2600, 7800 and Atari 8-Bit Computers (400, 800, 800XL, 1200XL, 65XE, 130XE, XEGS). Works with games that support dual stick gameplay through the Player 1 and 2 controller ports (such as Robotron 2084 and Raiders of the Lost Ark). A black plastic enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the project box are 7.6” x 4.4” x 2.2”. Joysticks and button are Sanwa style (not official). Both joysticks have octagonal gates installed on them, which help control dual stick games better. Cable length is approximately 5 to 6 feet.
ATARI JAGUAR
This is a custom made Atari Jaguar arcade style combo controller. Uses a black plastic case with a black acrylic top. Dimensions of the case are approximately 11.75" x 7.75" x 2". There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick with an octagonal gate and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Has rotary control on the side for Tempest 2000. The rotary knob is a black metal. Uses a first party game control board and the cable length for this arcade style combo controller is approximately 5 to 6 feet.
ATARI JAGUAR CONTROLLER /W ROTARY MOD
This is a brand new first party Atari Jaguar controller that has been modified with a rotary control to properly play games such as Tempest 2000. The rotary knob is made of black metal. The directional pad is still usable as there is a switch on the back of the controller to toggle between the directional pad and rotary knob.
COLECOVISION (2-BUTTON)
This is a custom made ColecoVision arcade style controller. A black plastic sloped enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the enclosure are 6.89” x 4.89” x 2.45"/1.53" sloped. There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length for this arcade style controller is between 5 to 6 feet. This will not work on ColecoVision games that require the Super Action Controller and/or use of the full keypad to play it (such as Mouse Trap).
COLECOVISION (SUPER ACTION)
This is a custom made ColecoVision Super Action arcade style controller. A black plastic sloped enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the enclosure are 8.7" x 5.9" x 2.3". There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length for this arcade style controller is between 5 to 6 feet. This will not work on ColecoVision games that require the Super Action Controller and/or use of the full keypad to play it (such as Mouse Trap). Only available at conventions or special request.
NEO-GEO AES / CMVS
This is a custom made Neo-Geo arcade style controller for the AES or CMVS. Uses a black plastic case with a a printed acrylic top that is in homage to the Neo-Geo MVS arcade cabinets. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length for this arcade style controller is approximately 9 feet. Only available at conventions or special request.
NINTENDO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (NES)
This is a custom made Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) arcade style controller. A black plastic sloped enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the enclosure are 6.89” x 4.89” x 2.45"/1.53" sloped. Has a black wood texture vinyl overlay on the front of the controller. There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length for this arcade style controller is between 5 to 6 feet.
NINTENDO SWITCH / PC (MAME) / RETROPIE CUSTOM ARCADE STYLE COMBO CONTROLLER
This is a custom made Nintendo Switch / PC (MAME) / RetroPie arcade style combo controller. Uses a black plastic case with a black acrylic top. Dimensions of the case are approximately 11.75" x 7.75" x 2". There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick with an octagonal gate and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Controller does have turbo functionality. Uses a third party game control board and the USB cable length for this arcade style combo controller is approximately 5 to 6 feet.
SEGA GENESIS (6-BUTTON)
This is a custom made Sega Genesis 6-Button arcade style controller. Uses a black plastic case with a black acrylic top. Dimensions of the case are 10.24" x 5.91" x 1.79”. Uses a third party controller PCB. Joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Joystick is a Baolong Sanwa style with an octagonal gate, which is better for fighting games. Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
SEGA MASTER SYSTEM
This is a custom made Sega Master System arcade style controller. A black plastic sloped enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the enclosure are 6.89” x 4.89” x 2.45"/1.53" sloped. There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length for this arcade style controller is between 5 to 6 feet.
SEGA MASTER SYSTEM - NES STYLE CONTROLLER
This is a brand new third party NES style controller that has been modified to be used on the Sega Master System. Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
SEGA SATURN
This is a custom made Sega Saturn arcade style controller. Uses a black plastic case with a black acrylic top. Dimensions of the case are approximately 11.75" x 7.75" x 2". There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Joystick is a Baolong Sanwa style with an octagonal gate, which is better for fighting games. Uses a third party game control board and the cable length is approximately 9 feet.
SONY PLAYSTATION 1 / 2 / 3 CUSTOM ARCADE STYLE COMBO CONTROLLER
This is a custom made Sony PlayStation 1 / 2 / 3 arcade style combo controller. Uses a black plastic case with a black acrylic top. Dimensions of the case are approximately 11.75" x 7.75" x 2". There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. The joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Joystick is a Baolong Sanwa style with an octagonal gate, which is better for fighting games. Does have turbo functionality. Uses a third party control board and the cable length for this arcade style combo controller is approximately 6 feet.
SUPER NINTENDO (SNES)
This is a custom made Super Nintendo (SNES) arcade style controller. Uses a black plastic case with a black acrylic top. Dimensions of the case are 10.24" x 5.91" x 1.79”. Uses a third party controller PCB. Joystick and buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Joystick is a Baolong Sanwa style with an octagonal gate, which is better for fighting games. Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
TI-99/4A
This is a custom made TI-99/4A controller that gives a more arcade-style feel. Dimensions of the enclosure is 4.3" x 3.2" x 1.6". Both action buttons are the same so that the TI-99/4A controller joystick can be used either left or right handed. The joystick and two 24mm buttons are Sanwa style (not official). Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
TI-99/4A - NES STYLE CONTROLLER
This is a brand new third party NES style controller that has been modified to be used on the TI-99/4A. Cable length is between 5 to 6 feet.
USB SPINNER CONTROLLER
This is a custom made USB Spinner Controller that is compatible with PC (MAME), Raspberry Pi (RetroPie) and MiSTer (supported cores). Works great with games such as Arkanoid and Tempest. Spinner can also be changed to be on the right side instead of the left. A black plastic sloped enclosure is used for the shell. Dimensions of the enclosure are 6.89” x 4.89” x 2.45"/1.53" sloped. Has a black wood texture vinyl overlay on the front of the controller. There are rubber feet at the bottom corners of the controller to keep it from slipping on a table. Uses a GRS spinner and buttons are Happ style (not official). Cable length for this is between 1.5 to 2 feet.
ACCESSORIES
12' COMPOSITE CABLE - TI99/4A, Atari 800, 800XL, 1200XL, 65XE and 130XE
This is a brand new 12 foot composite cable that has been modified to be used on the TI-99/4A, Atari 800, Atari 800XL, Atari 1200XL, Atari 65XE and Atari 130XE. This give a clearer picture than using an original RF switch. These computers only have mono sound, but the audio connections are bridged to have the sound out of both speakers of a television or monitor.