{"id":338071,"date":"2021-09-11T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-11T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2021-09-11T16:00:00","modified_gmt":"2021-09-11T13:00:00","slug":"5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#5 Fun and Basic Electronics Projects for Beginners \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2c4272e1c47\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#The_Tools\" >The Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#The_Practice\" >The Practice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#The_Projects\" >The Projects<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#Mechanical_Keypad_Soldering\" >Mechanical Keypad Soldering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#Speaker_Driver_Upgrade\" >Speaker Driver Upgrade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#Lithium-Ion_Battery_Replacement\" >Lithium-Ion Battery Replacement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#Replace_Your_Guitar_Pickups\" >Replace Your Guitar Pickups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/5-fun-and-basic-electronics-projects-for-beginners-review-geek\/#Upgrade_or_Customize_a_Game_Controller\" >Upgrade or Customize a Game Controller<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#5 Fun and Basic Electronics Projects for Beginners \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<figure style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-42105 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e865dde8.jpg?width=400 400w, https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e865dde8.jpg?width=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e865dde8.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"Working with basic electronics. \" width=\"2000\" height=\"1124\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/close-female-hands-repair-electronic-equipment-1609725460\" data-credittext=\"MilanMarkovic78\/Shutterstock.com\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/close-female-hands-repair-electronic-equipment-1609725460\">MilanMarkovic78\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>So, you\u2019re looking to get started with modifying your electronics or maybe even doing a few simple build projects. But you\u2019re not about to assemble your own particle accelerator without tackling some simpler projects first.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve selected a few easier tasks for you to get a grasp on the basic tools and techniques, before moving on to more advanced stuff.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"admonishment_update\"><p><strong>Update, 9\/8\/21:<\/strong> Checked content for accuracy.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Tools\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">The Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To open most electronics, all you need is a decent set of screwdrivers. You probably already have one, but if you\u2019re in the market, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0189YWOIO\/?tag=reviewgeek-20\">we\u2019d recommend iFixIt\u2019s excellent $35 kit,<\/a> which comes with a high-quality interchangeable driver and 64 magnetized bits.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-97183 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e40d1ace.png\" alt=\"Soldering station\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RVMZNYR?tag=reviewgeek-20\" data-credittext=\"YIHUA\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RVMZNYR?tag=reviewgeek-20\">YIHUA<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You\u2019ll also want a soldering iron and various related accessories. Any low-priced kit will do (assuming you\u2019re not ready to invest in more complex tools just yet), but we\u2019ll recommend <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RVMZNYR\/?tag=reviewgeek-20\">the YIHUA 75-watt station<\/a>, which has much more precise temperature control and a high-quality metal iron holder for just a few dollars more than the usual kit. Add on some solder, and you\u2019re ready to go.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42103 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e5b94d06.jpg\" alt=\"Solder Sucker\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" data-credittext=\"Michael Crider\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Michael Crider<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>But keep in mind that you\u2019re going to make some mistakes. For getting rid of the solder you placed on the wrong spot, a solder sucker is a cheap option included in most kits. And, to be frank, the plastic ones that come with the kit suck (and not in the intended way). This metal and silicone upgrade has saved my bacon on more than one project.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, for the following projects, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000JNNWQ2\/?tag=reviewgeek-20\">you\u2019ll want a wire stripper<\/a>, which allows you to strip off the plastic casing and expose the tips of wires for new or repaired connections. This tool will help you get that precise slice on any internal wires you\u2019ll be using.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box\">\nBeginner Soldering Iron<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07XG1PD6D?tag=reviewgeek-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/416SOB-t2cL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Practice\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_1\">The Practice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-97184 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/38de3381.png\" alt=\"Electronics soldering practice kit \" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009Z3JJA?tag=reviewgeek-20\" data-credittext=\"Elenco\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009Z3JJA?tag=reviewgeek-20\">Elenco<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019ve selected fairly simple projects for you, but to be honest, even these will require some practice if you don\u2019t already have at least a little experience.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009Z3JJA?tag=reviewgeek-20\">This inexpensive kit<\/a> can give you that experience. It includes a few basic exercises in soldering and wiring, teaching you the bare minimum you\u2019ll need to get started. The tools included aren\u2019t worth much, but they\u2019re decent backups on top of the items listed in the section above.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Soldering Tutorial for Beginners: Five Easy Steps\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Qps9woUGkvI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Add on a little research, maybe <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TZFTKbT4XFs\">a couple of tutorials on YouTube<\/a>, and you should be ready to begin.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box\">\nSoldering Practice Kit<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009Z3JJA?tag=reviewgeek-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51XpZMRFOGL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Projects\"><\/span>The Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve selected the following projects for beginners from the following three categories: low difficulty, low price, and low stakes. That is to say, they\u2019re all fairly easy as these things go, they\u2019re inexpensive to accomplish in terms of the tools and extras you need to do them, and if you completely flub them you won\u2019t ruin any expensive hardware (or at least any that can\u2019t be repaired by someone a little more experienced).<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re all pretty fun and low on frustration, but you should do some preparatory research (again, <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a> is great for this) if you\u2019re in any doubt about your abilities.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mechanical_Keypad_Soldering\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_3\">Mechanical Keypad Soldering<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/f4deb990.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42097 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/f4deb990.jpg\" alt=\"Keypad PCB\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" data-credittext=\"KeyCool\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">KeyCool<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I got my start in electronics mods assembling mechanical keyboards. Though there are ways to build one without any soldering or extra tools, you need to brush up on the basics if you want to do the really fun stuff. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/kprepublic.com\/products\/keycool-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit-22-keys-usb-hub-kinds-of-led-effects-numpad-multimedia-key?_pos=2&amp;_sid=8dbe01821&amp;_ss=r\">This keypad kit<\/a> (an extra gadget that replicates the 10-key area of a large keyboard) is a great way to start. It\u2019s cheap, and it comes with the circuit board, USB connection, and case. Buy 22 switches (any MX-compatible switches will do fine) and a set of keycaps if you want to finish it off once you\u2019re done soldering.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speaker_Driver_Upgrade\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Speaker Driver Upgrade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-97186 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4da2972e.png\" alt=\"Speaker Driver\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00K2ESJZ2?tag=reviewgeek-20\" data-credittext=\"GRS\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00K2ESJZ2?tag=reviewgeek-20\">GRS<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The biggest audiophiles assemble their own speakers from scratch. But if you\u2019re not quite ready to go that far, you can swap out the drivers on an older or cheaper set fairly easily. All you need is <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00K2ESJZ2\/?tag=reviewgeek-20\">a new driver that fits in the housing of the old one<\/a>\u2014getting the same diameter is generally all you need. More expensive sets have cable connections that can be unplugged, but cheaper sets will need you to clip the cables from the old driver, strip them, and solder them to the positive and negative connections of the new one.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box\">\nReplacement speaker driver<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00K2ESJZ2?tag=reviewgeek-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51IxvPCLk2L._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lithium-Ion_Battery_Replacement\"><\/span>Lithium-Ion Battery Replacement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 3840px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/622d8b29.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42100 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/622d8b29.jpg\" alt=\"Lithium Ion Battery\" width=\"3840\" height=\"2160\" data-credittext=\"Michael Crider\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Michael Crider<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If your toy or wireless gadget isn\u2019t getting the battery life it used to, and the battery isn\u2019t removable like a standard AA, you can open up the case and swap out the battery in a slightly more intense way. Note that this basic operation is only for gadgets that use a standardized 3.7V battery, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07W54TGKW\/?tag=reviewgeek-20\">like this one<\/a>\u2014trying to do this for your phone is <em>not<\/em> recommended.<\/p>\n<p>Once you remove the old battery, you can reuse its power connection with a little desoldering, or solder in a new one (make sure to get the right connection type). If you want to upgrade with a much bigger capacity battery, you might need to make extra space in the case with a Dremel tool and secure it with some tape or glue. Close up your gadget, and it\u2019s ready to go.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box\">\nReplacement Lithium Ion Battery<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07TT99617?tag=reviewgeek-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41bTVHfr4uL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Replace_Your_Guitar_Pickups\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_6\">Replace Your Guitar Pickups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Do It Yourself - How To Change Guitar Pickups (Courtesy of Seymour Duncan)\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tgcDg8-vcC8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The pickups are an integral part of any electric guitar, and swapping out the part can radically change the way it sounds. You can get the pickups replaced at a music shop, but with a little wiring and soldering, you can replace any pickup yourself. It takes about an hour (and a little courage, if it\u2019s your first time), but it\u2019s a great way to modify the way that your instrument sounds.<\/p>\n<p>Do a little research to figure out the kind of pickup you want before you start. If you\u2019re having a hard time deciding what\u2019s best for you, companies like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seymourduncan.com\/resources\/pickup\/pickup-finder\">Seymour Duncan<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimarzio.com\/pickup-picker\">Dimarzio<\/a> have \u201cpickup finder\u201d tools that can help. Just input a bit of info, like what kind of music you play and the type of guitar you own, and they\u2019ll point you to the companies\u2019 respective picks for the best fit. Alternatively, most companies are more than willing to discuss options with you\u2014just shoot them a quick email and let \u2019em know what you\u2019re after.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve found your perfect pickup, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tgcDg8-vcC8\">watching a guide like this one<\/a>\u00a0should be more than enough to get you started.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upgrade_or_Customize_a_Game_Controller\"><\/span>Upgrade or Customize a Game Controller<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e3dcef1e.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2020\/05\/e3dcef1e.jpg\" alt=\"Replacement controller PCB\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1124\" data-credittext=\"8BitDo\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">8BitDo<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There are a lot of ways to modify a standard game controller\u2014intense gamers have been swapping out switches and analog sticks for years. A lot of different options exist, like replacing the controller case for a cool new look, but one of our favorites is <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.8bitdo.com\/products\/\">8BitDo\u2019s \u201cMod Kit\u201d options<\/a> for classic controllers. With these replacement circuit boards, batteries, and wireless radios, you can turn an old controller into an awesome Bluetooth one for your PC or phone games, reusing the original casing and buttons. 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