USB pads

[hi19hi19]

Is there any way to make a PS2 or Xbox pad work with USB? I know it's not likely, but I'm just wondering.

If not, can anyone recommend a USB pad that is durable, but can fold up somewhat small and be moved around?
(So plastic only, no metal pads)

Thanks.

[Triplex72]

http://cgi.ebay.com/PS-PS2-USB-Dual-...em320032987409



Just search on ebay for 'ps2 usb converter'.

I got a black one for my dance pad and ps1 emulator and it works great.

[hi19hi19]

Whoa, awesome, thanks!

[MrHams]

I just modded mine. I wired a usb cord to my xbox cord. It works great. Then you need XBCD drivers for it to work.

[Dragula219]

Note that only certain converters work with Cobalt Flux, and other nice pads that use professional control boxes.

Check out the manufactuers site to see which one work.

If you have a Mat pad, it probably doesn't matter.

[Triplex72]

Yea I gotta say, USB converters aren't very reliable, for instance my 2nd player controller port doesn't work on mine, but it isn't a problem for me cause I only play 1 player anyways. But make sure before you buy one check the converter with this http://www.stepmania.com/wiki/USB_Adapters

That should say if it will work or not, it also lists compatibility with most dance pads. http://www.stepmania.com/wiki/Dance_Pads

So yea, just make sure the dancepad and adapter both have good feedback before you buy. Because the first pad I got didn't work, and found out this before I returned it:

Mad Catz Beat Pad Pro (PlayStation and Xbox)
Manufacturer: Mad Catz
User report: This pad does not work with PS2->USB adapters but does work with XBox->USB adapters. This is an auto-sensing PSX/Xbox pad and it does not start in PSX mode as soon as it receives power. Most PS2 adapters do not initialize the pad in the same manner as a real PS2/PSX so the pad will not function.