This page has technical information for the Strum Fix Plus 2. To place an order for the Strum Fix Plus 2, visit the Product Store page.

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The Strum Fix Plus 2 is a replacement strummer mechanism that works with most Rock Band guitars for playing music video games such as Rock Band or Guitar Hero. With a short-throw and positive but subtle 'click' when activated, you no longer have to 'mash' the strum bar and can play faster, more accurately, longer, and with less fatigue.

Features

Each Strum Fix Plus 2 comes fully assembled, ready to install, and includes:

  • 2-layer circuit board with screw terminals for connecting wires.

  • Long-life keyboard switches with tactile feedback (a click that you can feel, but barely hear).

  • 3D printed plastic strum bar and hinge brackets. Parts are printed using sustainable, non-petroleum-based PLA plastic.

  • Dual centering springs.

  • 30-day, no questions asked returns. 6 month warranty on parts.

  • Available in black or white - other colors available on request.

NOTE: If you have a ”Jaguar” guitar, be sure to order the Jaguar adapter bracket too.

* Installation does require opening up the guitar and removing the old strummer assembly. The Jaguar Option installation procedure is slightly different and while it doesn’t require soldering, it is recommended.

FAQs

What guitars does it work with?

The Strum Fix Plus 2 (SFP2) works with all standard Rock Band-branded “Fender Stratocaster” and “Jaguar” guitars, as well all Rock Band Beatles guitars. This includes both PlayStation, Wii and Xbox guitars, for all versions of Rock Band (including Rock Band 4).

It does NOT work with Guitar Hero guitars. Contact guitar@bytearts.com if you have any questions about compatibility.

Compatibility with the new “Riffmaster” guitar has not been determined yet.

NOTE: The other models of the Strum Fix (the Strum Fix Plus 3 and Strum Fix Plus 4) are also compatible with the same guitars as the SFP2.

How hard is it to install?

For the standard Rock Band guitars installation is pretty easy and makes use of the existing wiring, but it does require removing a bunch of screws to open up the body of the guitar. The Strum Fix Plus 2 itself comes fully assembled — all you need to do is open the guitar body, remove the old strum mechanism and replace it with the Strum Fix, then attach the wires and close the guitar up. Installation instructions are available HERE.

For the Jaguar guitar, some additional steps are required to attach wires to the Strum Fix Plus, and while not required, the ability to solder the wires is definitely a plus.

What is the warranty?

30-day, no questions asked full-refund return policy. 6 month warranty on parts and workmanship.

How does it compare the strummer on a Guitar Hero guitar?

One of my goals when designing the Strum Fix was to make a strummer which had the ‘feel’ of the Guitar Hero strummer, but without the loud click, with a little more subtle and faster action. With the Strum Fix you can feel a click when the switches are activated, but can barely hear it. The amount of travel required to activate a switch is also less, so it’s easier to play fast notes, and the quicker, lighter action means less hand/finger fatigue.

Installation

CAD Files for SFP2

If you have a 3D printing you can use these files to print replacement parts for your Strum Fix Plus 2. These can be printed on most any 3D printer. We usually use a Prusa i3 or an Ender 3 printer with PLA plastic.

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