Game Boy Advance SP: USB-C Mod (Centered)
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Game Boy Advance SP: USB-C Mod (Centered)

(34 customer reviews)

9,00 €

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SKU: GBASP-CENTER Categories: , ,

Description

The Game Boy Advance SP USB-C Kit is a custom board that lets you upgrade your console by replacing the original charging port with a modern, universal USB-C connector.

Replace your old or damaged charging port and upgrade to modern convenience. This USB-C mod kit lets you charge your Game Boy Advance SP using any standard USB-C charger, including those for your Nintendo Switch, smartphone, or laptop.

This board is compatible with the following models:

  • Game Boy Advance SP (AGS-001)
  • Game Boy Advance SP Backlight (AGS-101)
  • Nintendo DS (NTR-001)

FEATURES

  • New castellated holes (pads): Soldering has never been easier.
  • New redesigned plastic cap made with a resin 3D printer. It fits the hole like a glove with the original GBA SP case. (1)
  • Charge your GBASP using a wide range of modern USB power sources:
      • USB power banks
      • USB-A chargers
      • USB-C chargers (2)
      • USB-C PD chargers (normal speed, not fast) (2)
      • USB-A to USB-C cables
      • USB-C to USB-C cables (2)
  • Play sound using USB-C headphones or a USB-C to 3.5mm Jack adapter.

(1) The plastic cap is designed for the original GBA SP shell. It may be compatible with other shells, but compatibility will depend on how similar they are to the original.

(2) This feature has been recently added but has a limitation. Previously, USB-C to USB-C cables were not compatible and did not charge the GBA SP. They can now be used, but they work only when connected in one orientation. This means when you connect the USB-C cable face up, it will charge the battery correctly, and the orange LED will turn on. However, when connected face down, it will not function.

Installation detail of the v1.6 (current version):

INCLUDED

  • 1 board (2.4 mm thickness)
  • 1 plastic cap to cover the hole

REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)

  • Tri-wing screwdriver
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Kapton tape (heat-resistant)
  • Soldering iron
  • Soldering tin (wire)
  • Flux for electronics
  • Desoldering pump
  • Desoldering braid (mesh)
  • Isopropyl alcohol (for cleaning)

NOTES

Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the plastic cap.

The USB-C earphone or USB-C adapter to Jack 3.5mm must be without any DAC inside, just analog device, otherwise it won’t work. For example these ones work perfect:

(3) Links to AliExpress or other stores eventually expire. We’re showing the product image for you to use as a reference.

DOCUMENTATION

Additional information

Weight 0,0014 kg
Dimensions 2 × 2 × 1 cm
Circuit color

Blue
Circuit version

v1.6
Plastic color

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Additional content (videos)

Soldering the board

You can see in this video how to solder the board.

Compatibility test

This another video shows the compatibility with different chargers

Test sound

I recorded two GBA SP, one with the original connector and adapter, and the another one with USB-C connector and USB-C adapter. Both sound layer are similar:

If you wish, you can download the mp3 and compare them yourself with a specialized software.

Compatibility

This board is compatible with:

  • Game Boy Advance SP (AGS-001)
  • Game Boy Advance SP Backlight (AGS-101)
  • Nintendo DS (NTR-001)

Some third party modules which people or I have tried and work well together this kit:

Frequently Asked Questions

Check the installation guide; the FAQ has been moved to the end of the document.

Changelog

  • 2022-12: v1.5
    • PCB thickness of 2.4 to center the USB in the hole.
    • New castellated holes (pads) to make easier to solder the board.
    • New redesigned plastic cap made by resin 3D printer.
    • USB-C to USB-C cables/chargers support.
  • 2023-01: v1.6
    • Added castellated holes for the shield pads.
  • 2024-08: v1.6
    • Modified the surface finish to gold.
  • 2025-09: v1.6
    • No changes.

Gallery of customer's installation

If you are happy with your installation result, you can send us the photos and we can publish here, other clients will see the result!

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Filipe:

34 reviews for Game Boy Advance SP: USB-C Mod (Centered)

  1. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Guillaume wrote: Received fast with a nice packaging and note (thanks!)

  2. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Inactive Etsy Member wrote: This product is great! I was looking for a USB C port that would work with my Mahko Slate SP and this product fits perfectly! I really recommend all of Giltesa's product.

  3. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Emma wrote: The USB port for the GBA SP matched the description, and performed exactly as expected. Seller was extremely supportive and helpful throughout.

  4. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Inactive Etsy Member wrote: These are great! Highly recommended

  5. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Wapameepto wrote: Tolles Produkt. Alles wie beschrieben.

  6. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Toby wrote: Thank you!

  7. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Diogo wrote: Good way to juice up your SP with a new and better battery. Worked as expected.

  8. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Manuel wrote: Everything is great and as expected.

  9. Filipe Renca (verified owner) –

    Amazing upgrade!

  10. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Aaron wrote: Piece looks fantastic and very well made. Haven't installed yet but looking forward to the install. I'll definitely be doing business here again.

  11. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Filipe wrote: Amazing quality! Hope the seller can keep doing such amazing mods

  12. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Michael wrote: Great product as always, very happy!

  13. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Goichi Takahashi wrote: It's a wonderful product. I will buy again.

  14. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Goichi Takahashi wrote: It's a wonderful product. I'm looking forward to the next USB Type C project.

  15. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Ryan wrote: Great mod, I used this on my Slate and it works perfectly. Thanks!!

  16. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Kevin wrote: Would order again for sure. Kind seller and top product

  17. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Spencer wrote: Giltesa is always responsive and helpful.

  18. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Cody wrote: I have not been able to use it yet

  19. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Colin wrote: Item works with some USB C to C cables and but works with every A to C. Easy to install. Would like to eventually see a fully working USB-C with PD. Great item otherwise.

  20. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    wbdtaterman wrote: The best usb c kit for the gba sp.

  21. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Jordan wrote: Thank you! This type-c mod works fantastic!

  22. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Myles wrote: Item as described. Worked as intended. Happy with USB C charging my GBA!

  23. digitaldarylh (verified owner) –

    Exactly as described and is an awesome upgrade for the SP.

  24. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    TreeDweller wrote: Excited to solder it. Fitnent looks good

  25. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Taullo wrote: The injection molded plastic looks great, especially when compared to the 3D printing on other mods. Works with every charger I tried as well!

  26. Daniel Ringer (verified owner) –

    Love this mod!

    the links in the pdf for the appropriate usb-c to 3.5mm dongles are no longer working.
    The super cheap ones that are everywhere contain DACs and will not work with this mod for audio out to headphones or amplifier.

    I found these others on AliExpress and Amazon that do work.

    https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804812944295.html
    https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256807165852389.html
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0ZYNV8

    Thank you for this innovation!

  27. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Zac wrote: Best USB-C mod out there! Thank you.

  28. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Santiago Montoya wrote: Good micro usb c port. I only wish you guys had other colors. Otherwise, it's perfect

  29. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    James wrote: Not only did this arrive super quickly but it was great quality. The ability to keep audio and support proper USB C charging is exactly what I wanted. Fit and finish is great but it does take some patience to solder. I posted my install on reddit with your shops link and I hope many people make their way here.

  30. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Levi wrote: Not that easy to install as the port has a lot of pins to desolder and the guide wasn't quite long enough to allow for the back pads to be soldered on properly and it's a bit tall for the bottom plastic without quite a bit of trimming to get it to sit flush. It works well once everything is installed though.

  31. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Nick wrote: It works as described. I think this is the only USB c port for the GBA available that offers both USB c to c charging and audio out. Great component.

  32. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Thomas a wrote: Worked amazing! Highly recommend it

  33. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    wrote: Everything was fine with the product.

  34. Etsy Reviews (verified owner) –

    Sebastian wrote: Schnelle Lieferung. Artikel wie beschrieben

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