Turtle Beach and PDP have opened up pre-orders for the RIFFMASTER, and with it comes the news that the new peripheral, the first guitar controller designed for a new game in nearly a decade, will be out next month for $129.99. Fans can choose between two wireless guitar designs, both of which are officially licensed by PlayStation or Xbox and include support for Rock Band 4, Harmonix’s 2015 rhythm game.
Pricing and availability:
- April 30, 2024 (per GameStop)
- $129.99 MSRP
Riffmaster purchase links:
Riffmaster features:
- Play with both hands. We feel you, lefties. The RIFFMASTER’s design accommodates both left and right-handed maestros.
- Rock on for hours. Features a 30-foot low-latency wireless connection with built-in rechargeable battery for up to 36-hours of jamming per charge.
- Crank it up to 11! Includes a 3.5 mm audio jack and has D-pad audio controls enabling on-the-fly volume adjustments.
- Take the band on the road. A collapsible design makes for easy storage and transport, and the luxe shoulder strap provides added comfort.
- Elevate every performance with guitar analog stick (patent pending).
- GAME!!! RIFFMASTER is compatible with Rock Band 4; with anticipated compatibility with Fortnite Festival as soon as Rock Band 4 guitars are supported.
The original announcement video:
PDP on the Riffmaster:
Rock On with the RIFFMASTER wireless guitar controller! The first guitar in nearly a decade allows you to play music like a true rock star now on Rock Band 4 with anticipated compatibility on Fortnite Festival; as soon as Rock Band 4 guitars are supported.