EVERY CONTROLLER
& CONSOLE IS
DEN-TESTED.
Two controller paths. Restored consoles. One standard — nothing ships until it's torn down, tested, and signed off by the tech who built it.
Den Restored
Factory OEM, torn down and brought back to top condition.
Mamba Custom
Restored internals, upgraded and finished in The Den.
Den Restored
PS5 and Xbox Series consoles, cleaned, cooled, and stress-tested.
BUILT IN THE DEN.
TESTED BY HAND.
Den-built. Den-tested. Battle-ready. Period.
Diagnosed, not guessed
Every controller gets a 25-point teardown before a tech decides what it needs. We don't ship hope — we ship a fix.
Real parts. No shortcuts.
Fresh buttons, genuine triggers, real internals — never aftermarket knock-offs. One controller at a time, built by a tech who games on what they ship.
TMR is standard
Magnetic anti-drift joysticks on every build — Den Restored and Mamba Custom. The only stick we trust enough to cover for life.
Live-game tested
Nothing leaves The Den until it's played in a real match. Warzone, EA FC, Rocket League — pressure tested, not spec-sheet tested.
THE 25-POINT
PROCESS.
Five phases. Twenty-five checkpoints. Same gauntlet every time — no shortcuts for easy units, no exceptions for rough ones.
Shop Den RestoredExternal Inspection
Shell & Damage
Faceplate, back cover, and shell checked for cracks, chips, and heavy wear.
Buttons & Sticks
Every button and analog stick tested for response, drift, and dead zones.
Charge Port
USB-C port checked for solid seating, clean contacts, and reliable charging.
Triggers & Bumpers
L1/R1 and adaptive triggers tested for smooth pull, even tension, and full travel.
Internal Cleaning
Careful Teardown
Opened with precision tools so no clip, ribbon, or board takes damage.
Dust & Debris
Internals cleared with compressed air and soft brushes — every cavity.
Contacts & Sensors
Boards, contacts, and sensors wiped with isopropyl alcohol.
Battery Health
Cell tested for capacity and charge cycles. Compartment cleaned.
Repairs & Replacements
TMR Stick Upgrade
Old sticks pulled and replaced with magnetic TMR modules — drift-proof, standard on every build.
Button Sheets
New conductive sheets installed for crisp, responsive presses.
Triggers & Springs
Worn springs and trigger mechanisms swapped for full snap-back tension.
Fresh Battery
Weak cells replaced with a tested battery rated for full play sessions.
Reassembly & Polish
Tight Reassembly
Every screw, ribbon, and contact seated correctly — no shortcuts.
Shell Polish
Exterior cleaned and polished for a like-new feel in the hand.
Shell Swap
Heavily scratched shells replaced before the controller leaves The Den.
Detail Pass
Seams, grips, and crevices brushed out so it looks as clean as it plays.
Performance & Final Checks
Stick Calibration
Calibrated to zero drift and smooth, even movement across the full range.
Vibration & Triggers
Rumble and adaptive triggers confirmed in a live game session.
Connectivity
Paired over Bluetooth and tested wired via USB-C for stable connection.
Final QC
Audio, mic, and every input cycled one last time before it ships.
DEN-BUILT.
PLAYER-APPROVED.
Starts as a Den Restored core. Then we upgrade what matters — TMR sticks, clicky triggers, paddles, battery — and finish it in a shell that looks like nothing on a shelf.
Shop Mamba CustomStart With A Restored Core
25-Point Base
Every Mamba Custom begins as a fully restored controller — same 25-point process.
Board Verified
Internals tested clean before a single upgrade goes in.
Performance Upgrades
TMR Anti-Drift Sticks
Magnetic TMR sticks installed — zero deadzone, zero wear. Covered by our lifetime guarantee.
Clicky Triggers & Bumpers
Tactile microswitches for instant actuation — built for FPS and fighters.
Back Paddles (Optional)
Rear paddles mapped to face buttons for claw-free play.
Extended Battery
Higher-capacity cell option for double the playtime per charge.
Custom Shell & Finish
Shell Selection
Pick from hydro-dip, UV-print, matte, or chrome finishes on OEM shells.
Coat & Cure
Multi-coat finish cured and sealed for chip-resistant durability.
Accent Detailing
Buttons, D-pad, and stick caps color-matched to the build.
Clear-Coat Seal
Finished with a clear protective layer so the design holds up to sweat, grip, and daily play.
Den Tuning
Firmware Update
Latest firmware flashed before final assembly.
Dead Zone Zeroed
Sticks calibrated to a true center with custom curves available on request.
Trigger Tension
Trigger travel and tension set to spec for the upgrade kit installed.
Battery Burn-In
Full charge cycle run to confirm the cell holds a real play session, not just a quick top-up.
Final QC & Ship
Live Game Test
Played in a real match — Warzone, EA FC, Rocket League — before it boxes up.
Signed Off
Final inspection signed by the tech who built it. Numbered if it's a limited drop.
Boxed & Shipped
Out the door within 24 hours in a reusable swap box with prepaid return label inside.
Tracking Sent
Tracking number lands in your inbox the moment it ships — plus a care card for your new build.
COOL. QUIET.
STRESS-TESTED.
The things that kill consoles are heat, dust, and busted ports. Every PS5 and Xbox Series gets opened, cleaned, re-pasted, and run under real game load before it leaves The Den.
Shop ConsolesIntake & Diagnosis
Power-On Check
Booted, updated, and checked for error codes, shutdowns, and fan behavior.
HDMI & Ports
HDMI, USB, and power ports inspected up close for bent pins, loose seating, and damage.
Thermal Overhaul
Fan & Heatsink
Opened up and cleared of dust — fan, heatsink fins, and vents blown out.
Fresh Thermal Paste
Old compound cleaned off and replaced so it runs cooler and quieter.
Drive, Storage & Power
Disc Drive
Disc editions tested for clean reads, smooth loading, and ejecting without grind.
Storage & Power
Internal storage checked for health and the power supply tested for stable output.
Stress Test & Ship
Live Game Stress Test
Run under real game load to confirm it stays cool, stable, and quiet.
Reset & Boxed
Factory reset, cleaned inside and out, and packed for shipping with a 60-day swap-out.
“The TMR swap is perfect — feels better than a brand new controller. Super punctual on shipping. If you're tired of stick drift, this is the shop.”
NOT RIGHT?
WE MAKE IT RIGHT.
Every controller and console ships with a 60-day swap-out guarantee. Controllers also get a lifetime guarantee on TMR anti-drift joysticks. Issue inside 60 days? Prepaid label, we swap it, it ships back. You don't pay a cent.
Controller & console swap-out
TMR joysticks · controllers
Shipping both ways · first 60 days
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