Amazon has opened preorders for CRKD’s subsequent Gibson Guitar Controller. The Gibson SG 20th Anniversary Edition retails for $135 and is slated to launch December 19. Notably, that is the primary wi-fi guitar controller in CRKD’s catalog licensed by PlayStation. The Gibson SG syncs wirelessly to PS5, PS4, PS3, and PC through a 2.4GHz dongle. The multiplatform model of CRKD’s Gibson Les Paul Guitar Controller is proscribed to a wired connection on PS5 and PS4, so the Gibson SG is probably going the higher possibility for Fortnite Competition and Rock Band 4 gamers on PlayStation.
PS5 gamers now have two formally licensed wi-fi guitar controllers to select from. The opposite is the PDP Riffmaster, which is still on sale for its $110 (was $150) Black Friday price.
$135 | Releases December 19
The true Gibson SG has been round since 1961; the twentieth Anniversary Version moniker is a reference to the unique controller bundled with Guitar Hero for PS5 in 2005. The unique Gibson SG had a pink physique and black decide guard, whereas the brand new mannequin has a black physique, white decide guard, and brown neck. Nonetheless, it is somewhat becoming that the primary formally licensed Gibson controller for PS5 pays homage to probably the most recognizable guitar in Guitar Hero historical past.
The twentieth Anniversary Version has Matte EZ Glide Mechanical Frets with RGB backlighting, a Corridor Impact strum bar with the basic “clicking” suggestions, a whammy bar, and a tilt sensor to activate Star Energy. Just like the Les Paul editions, the SG has a modular design with a detachable neck. The controller’s D-pad is situated on the again of the headstock. The eight-button Navigation Hub has PlayStation enter labels and a Corridor Impact stick within the heart. The dial with the PlayStation brand switches between wi-fi and wired connections, whereas the white dial permits you to activate KEYJAM and Legacy modes. Legacy mode permits you to use the controller wirelessly on PS3 to play outdated Rock Band and Guitar Hero video games.
In response to CRKD’s compatibility record, KEYJAM mode on the SG is completely different from the Les Paul. It is probably as a result of PlayStation license, however KEYJAM appears to solely work for PlayStation consoles and PC. The Les Paul multiplatform guitars can play Fortnite Competition in wired mode on PlayStation and Xbox consoles in KEYJAM mode. It is also price noting the Les Paul multiplatform editions help Swap 1/2 with wi-fi and wired connections and have Legacy mode for PS3. Each fashions help Bluetooth connections for cell units and are suitable with CRKD’s free customization app.
Here is what you may discover contained in the field:
- Black SG Guitar Controller Physique
- Brown OG Signature Professional Fret Neck
- Black Shoulder Strap
- 2.4GHz Wireless Dongle
- 8.2-foot USB-C Cable
- Detachable Rechargeable Battery
- KEYJAM Nav Hub Sticker
- Quickstart Information
All CRKD Gibson Guitar Controllers
The Gibson SG’s $135 price point matches the Les Paul Blueberry Burst Pro that is formally licensed by Microsoft for Xbox consoles. The Black Tribal Encore Version is $125 for Xbox and has membrane fret buttons as a substitute of mechanical switches. The multiplatform versions of the Les Paul are $10 cheaper than the Xbox fashions. It is price noting that the Blueberry Burst Professional Editions have strum bars with haptic suggestions. Final month, CRKD launched a Les Paul Cherry Sunburst Pro Collector’s Bundle for $200. This multiplatform mannequin comes with a guitar backpack, a leather-based strap, pins, and stickers.
The Gibson SG has confirmed wi-fi and wired compatibility with Fortnite Competition and Rock Band 4 on PS5 and PS4. It additionally works wirelessly on PC with Fortnite Competition, Clone Hero, YARG, and Guitar Hero III. Legacy Mode for PS3 helps all the platform’s Guitar Hero and Rock Band video games in addition to Band Hero.
We have listed all of CRKD’s Gibson Guitar Controllers beneath together with platform compatibility for every version.
Gibson SG for PlayStation:
- Gibson SG 20th Anniversary Edition — $135 | December 19
- Wireless: PS5, PS4, PC, Android, Apple, PS3
- KEYJAM Wired Mode: Fortnite Competition (PS5, PS4, PC), YARG (PC), Clone Hero (PC)
Gibson Les Paul Multiplatform:
Gibson Les Paul for Xbox:
As talked about, the PDP Riffmaster for PS5 and PS4 is discounted to $110 (was $150) at Amazon. The officially licensed Xbox edition can also be on sale for $109. PDP launched a Nintendo Switch 1/2 version of the Riffmaster final month, however it’s presently promoting for its full $150 MSRP.