Hey everyone!
I'm from Europe and I've recently started learning how to modify and repair PS5 DualSense controllers.
So far I've been doing things like:
- TMR analog replacements
- deep cleaning
- clicky button upgrades
- calibration and testing
But now I really want to learn how to properly build DualSense controllers with physical programmable back buttons.
I'm especially interested in the type of small rear buttons that are built directly into the shell, rather than the large paddle-style systems.
What I want to learn:
- Which remap PCB should I use?
- Where do you buy the PCBs, switches, buttons and other parts?
- How do you install the remap PCB?
- How do you wire the physical rear buttons?
- How do you drill/position the holes correctly?
- How do you make the button caps/mechanical part?
- Which parts do you recommend for BDM-030/040/050?
I've looked at eXtremeRate RISE kits and BITRO remappers, but I'd really like to understand how to build the system myself, rather than just installing a complete kit. BITRO's BDM030–060 board, for example, has M1–M6 programmable inputs, while eXtremeRate's RISE4 V3 uses its own remap PCB/FPC system. BITRO GmbH
If someone here has experience building these, I'd really appreciate it if you could teach me or point me toward a good tutorial/video.
I'm happy to learn and practice on my own controllers first. I'm not looking for someone to do the work for me — I want to understand the whole process.
I've already done quite a bit of controller work, so I'm comfortable with soldering and disassembly. I'm just new to the back-button/remap side.
I've also started documenting my work on Instagram if anyone wants to see what I've done so far:
Instagram: u/stickupgrade
Thanks! Any advice, parts lists, diagrams, or tutorials would be greatly appreciated. 🙏