The 5 Best wired rockband 2 guitars (2023 reviews)

The look and feel of this guitars are consistent with the high quality we're used to from the rest of Mad Catz's lineup. The touch sensitive ribbon controller on the arm of the keyboard works really well. It provides compatibility with midi software sequencers and hardware devices, while standard console-specific gaming controller buttons deliver seamless console integration. You can also just use it in basic mode and mash keys in four color-tagged areas of the keyboard, just like any standard Rock Band controller. The keys do have a midi-out port, so you can use this as a musical keyboard with the right hardware.

The keyboard is fun to play and you learn a few notes while. The battery compartment is snug and tight and there's no fear of anything running loose. The best part is you can also play guitar and bass with the keyboard. The addition of included pro mode with the keyboard is another bonus.

Why We Like This:

Delivers what they promise
Good investment for long term

Best With Guitar Hero Guitar: Nbcp wired rockband 2 Guitar

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These guitars are technically wireless keyboards, not xinput, which means you cannot use two of them for local multiplayer on PC. It works with ps3 and pc using the included dongle. It would be perfect with guitar hero 3 / guitar hero 3 legends of rock / guitar hero world tour / guitar hero aerosmith / clone hero games, etc. The keys all come pre-mapped to a specific key on a keyboard and are not able to be re-mapped at any point.

The lift to activate star power does work with some minor configuration, and the whammy bar honestly feels pretty good to use. The main functions of the guitar work decently ( strumming, the buttons and start / select), there is much to be desired here. The keys are not re-mappable, and will select the same keys on the keyboard even if 2 controllers are connected. This guitar supports a 2-player game mode.

Why We Like This:

Latency is no issue and it is very good overall
Connects instantly and sets up easily on pc and the buttons all work
Good investment for long term

Best With dongle: Activision wired rockband 2 Guitar

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Not everyone likes to purchase guitar for their daily usage, but the activision wired rockband 2 guitar would be an anomoly. The guitar and dongle work great. It comes with the usb receiver. Unlike RB, the buttons protrude from the neck and are curved, so sliding up and down notes is much easier. The buttons are spaced out better than RB, so normal sized hands don't bump adjacent buttons. The clicking is very loud and can get annoying, especially to those in the room that are not playing.

It can also be used for a different distortion sound, or in certain parts of the song where the notes are chained together. It only takes a slight tip to activate Star Power. There are limited distortion options.

Why We Like This:

Increased accuracy with more responsive, dual-color fret buttons
Jam effortlessly with an elongated strum bar and dedicated star-power button
All-new touch sensitive neck slider for nailing intense solos

Best For computer: electronic Arts wired rockband 2 Guitar

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Next on the list, we've got yet another guitar that manages to win our hearts. It's the electronic arts wired rockband 2 guitar and it's widely considered as guitar that has the most suitable features. This RB2 aXe has a GREAT feel to it. The feel of the guitar is nice and feels like quality in your lap or hanging from your shoulder. It can function as a hub as well as a dongle. The start/select buttons are basically out of the way. The strum bar is sturdier, the neck action is smoother, the clicking sound from the frets is quieter, and overall is a great plastic instrument. This allows for more creativity and individuality during songs.

If you enjoy the game and want more songs, you can purchase albums, collections and singles of your favorite artists for use in the game.

Why We Like This:

Easy, fun, and a blast to play
Auto-calibrate (rb2 only) is wonderful feature
Great game and superior guitar to rock band
Port system without the use of an external hub

Best With Guitar Hero III: Intec wired rockband 2 Guitar

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This wireless guitar features an edgy custon body shape with a sleek black and metallic red finish. It features precision built bi-directional strum bar, whammy bar, solo buttons and fret buttons with varying degrees of sensitivity so they behave like real strings. It works with solo's and has no stick or jam while being used. It is compatible with guitar hero, guitar hero ii, guitar hero iii and rockband.

This guitar is great if you don't want to deal with the Rock Band controller and prefer something more stable. It would be great with kids if their arms were long enough for them to play to their specifications. It features built-in tilt sensor functionality.

Why We Like This:

Equipped with 5-way fx switch and allows flanger, wah wah, echo, chorus or none
Precision built bi-directional strum bar, whammy bar, built-in tilt sensor
Good brand reputation