Sound Voltex

Sound Voltex is a rhythm game by Konami.

Contents

• Buttons
  • Switch and Spring Options
• Knobs
• Code Repos
  • Arduino (Atmega 32U4)
  • Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)
• Plans and Guides
  • Arcade Sized
  • Minicon
• Frequently Asked Questions
  • Should I buy the official Konami NEMSYS Controller?
  • How can I use a custom controller on SDVX Konaste (E-Amusement Cloud)?
  • How do I set up SDVX Konaste?
  • Do I need Sanwa buttons?
  • Can I add Turbocharger-style LEDs to my controller?

Buttons

BT buttons: 60x60mm Square Buttons

FX buttons: 50x33mm Rectangle Buttons

Start button: 33x33mm Square Buttons

Switch and Spring Options

As of Valkyrie cabinets, arcade stock options are 100g switch / 20g spring, although depending on your setup, 100g switch / 40g spring may feel closer. Some players may prefer 50g switch / 60g spring.

Knobs

Possible options for encoder are listed here.

Full size aluminum knobs can be purchased at:

• SpeedyLabs: https://www.speedylabs.us/product/sound-voltex-aluminum-yuancon-diy-knob/
• Blue Spring Express: https://bluespringexpress.net/en-us/products/speedylabs-sound-voltex-aluminium-knob-for-controllers

Generic knobs can be found on Aliexpress, although they are smooth and not faceted.

Minicon size aluminum knobs can be purchased at:

• SpeedyLabs: https://www.speedylabs.us/product/pocket-sdvx-aluminum-knob/

Code Repos

Arduino (Atmega 32U4)

SpeedyPotato: https://github.com/speedypotato/Pocket-SDVX/tree/master/FIRMWARE/PocketSDVX

KnucklesLee: https://github.com/knuckleslee/RhythmCodes/tree/master/2E10B10LED_sdvx/leo

4yn: https://github.com/4yn/iivx

CrazyRedMachine: https://github.com/CrazyRedMachine/SoundVoltexIO

Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)

SpeedyPotato: https://github.com/speedypotato/Pico-Game-Controller/tree/release/pocket-sdvx-pico

Plans and Guides

Arcade Sized

A 3d-printed design: https://github.com/Umi4Life/SDVX-AC-Case

A simple laser-cut MDF guide: https://sdvx-diy.github.io/

A simple laser-cut guide: https://github.com/fabricioanciaes/OpenSDVXCon

An MDF and acrylic guide: https://consandstuff.github.io/rhythmcons/sound-voltex/sdvx-normal/

An extremely low-cost guide (that sheds accuracy in components for budget): https://github.com/felixha00/lowcost-voltex

Minicon

PCB and acrylic design: https://github.com/mon/PocketVoltex

PCB and 3D printed design: https://github.com/speedypotato/Pocket-SDVX-Pico-v4

3D printed design: https://github.com/speedypotato/Pocket-SDVX

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy the official Konami NEMSYS Controller?

It’s not recommended. The entry model is all plastic with rubber dome switches. The ultimate model is higher quality, but still extremely expensive compared to DIY or third party options.

How can I use a custom controller on SDVX Konaste (E-Amusement Cloud)?

Some codebases listed above may have this functionality built in, read the instructions. Otherwise, this library can provide the functionality to other codebases.

How do I set up SDVX Konaste?

See this guide: https://voltexes.com/setting-up-sound-voltex-konasute-exceed-gear/

Do I need Sanwa buttons?

As with any hobby, it’s possible to put in as much money as you want! Sanwa buttons are the highest quality option, but they are not necessary to play, enjoy, and score well in the game.

Can I add Turbocharger-style LEDs to my controller?

Take a look at this library: https://github.com/veroxzik/sdvx-led-strip