{"product_id":"picade-max","title":"Picade MAX","description":"\u003cp\u003eA deluxe one or two-player desktop\/bartop arcade cabinet that you build yourself, sporting a gorgeous 19\" IPS screen and loads of space for customisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've had a lot of requests to make a bigger, more versatile, 2 player version of our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/picade\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePicade\u003c\/a\u003e and after a lot of work (and plenty of helpful feedback from our beta testers) we're very excited to share its final form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some of our favourite features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: '📺'; padding-left: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Glorious 19\" Screen\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSelected for its 5:4 aspect ratio (1280x1024 pixels) which is perfect for retro gaming. This IPS panel has vibrant colours and remains clearly visible from any viewing angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: '🕹️'; padding-left: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Arcade Joysticks + Low-Profile Buttons\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eConnected up via a new standalone RP2040 powered Picade Max USB Controller board. The dedicated microcontroller lets Picade read lots of inputs accurately with super low latency!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: '🎵'; padding-left: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Quality Stereo Audio with Volume Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in speakers powered by a custom RP2040-based USB stereo 3W per channel sound card. A tactile rotary encoder allows you to adjust the volume at any time, no more fiddling with it in software!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: '🔵'; padding-left: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 \u0026amp; 🔴 2 Player Control Surfaces\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor the first time on Picade you can deck out your unit with either a one or two player layout. Both are included!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: '👾'; padding-left: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Powder Coated Cabinet\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSturdy 6mm MDF with a hardwearing powder-coated finish gives a premium feel, while retaining family-friendly proportions that don't take over the room. Stronk, not Chonk. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: '🌈'; padding-left: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant Artwork\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA galactic red vs blue theme is provided for the marquee and console panels. Alternatively, see below for details on how to design your own!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade for Raspberry Pi 5 ❤️\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicade Max sports a trio of custom-designed, dedicated, boards that augment your Raspberry Pi 5 by providing the power, audio, and control handling features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePicade MAX Power HAT\u003c\/strong\u003e - provides plenty of power to your Raspberry Pi 5 and the included display. Just plug in the 12V power supply and the electrons will start shifting. Also includes support for the illuminated soft power button which will gracefully shutdown your Raspberry Pi when turning off Picade.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowers your Raspberry Pi 5 and the display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput: 12V (PSU supplied)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePicade MAX USB Controller Board\u003c\/strong\u003e - handles all of the button and joystick inputs (up to 24 of them!) and reports them back to your Raspberry Pi as if they had come from a regular keyboard or gamepad. This should make it easy to configure with many popular emulators.\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush fit DuPont connectors for buttons and joysticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x 4-way joystick inputs (including analog) + up to 30(!) arcade buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects via USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered by RP2040 (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/pimoroni\/picade-max-input\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efirmware on GitHub\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePicade MAX USB Audio Board\u003c\/strong\u003e - dual-channel 3W amplification with an onboard RP2040 acting as a USB soundcard. The connected rotary encoder gives precise volume control.\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x screw terminals to attach speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI2S audio DAC with 3W amplifier (stereo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume control via separate encoder board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects via USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered by RP2040 (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/pimoroni\/picade-max-audio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efirmware on GitHub\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicade MAX is so much more than just a snazzy looking cabinet and a screen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePICO-8 License Included!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePICO-8 is a fantasy console for making, sharing and playing tiny games and other computer programs. It \u003cem\u003efeels\u003c\/em\u003e like a regular console, but runs on Windows \/ Mac \/ Linux. When you turn it on, the machine greets you with a command line, a suite of cartridge creation tools, and an online cartridge browser called SPLORE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a whole lot of fun and there are thousands of games, demos, experiments, and creations already out there for you to try - it's the perfect gateway experience to start dabbling in game development!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with your Picade Max is a free license key for PICO-8 worth $14.99!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/jelpi_demo.gif?v=1789384959\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Your Own \u003cs\u003eAdventure\u003c\/s\u003e Emulator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a wide range of emulators supported on Raspberry Pi. The Picade MAX electronics have been designed to behave like a standard game controller which means mapping controls should be straightforward no matter which emulator you prefer to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at Pimoroni we've been enjoying using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.recalbox.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecalbox\u003c\/a\u003e which provides comprehensive emulation of over 100 different consoles, handhelds, and computers - phew!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePicade MAX Kit Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicade Max comes in kit form and you'll need to build it yourself when it arrives. The build process takes between 2 and 4 hours depending on how ready your caffeine supply and how deft your fingers are.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou need to supply a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/products\/raspberry-pi-5?variant=41044580171859\"\u003eRaspberry Pi 5\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/products\/microsd-card-with-raspberry-pi-os?variant=31703694245971\"\u003emicroSD card\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e The only tools necessary are a couple of basic screwdrivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly instructions are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.pimoroni.com\/article\/assembling-picade-max-part-1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eavailable online\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack, powder-coated, pre-cut MDF panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo console options with artwork (one or two player layout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x joystick with black ball top and push-fit arcade buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x 3\" speaker (5W, 4Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume control dial and illuminated power button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19\" 1280 x 1024 IPS panel with HDMI driver board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal screen controls keypad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicade MAX Power HAT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/picade-max-usb-controller\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePicade MAX USB Controller Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/picade-max-usb-audio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePicade MAX USB Audio Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll \u003cspan\u003enecessary\u003c\/span\u003e cables and adaptors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrippy rubber feet + fixings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembled dimensions: 51cm x 44cm x 39cm - perfect for a counter top or desk!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes and Secret Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've done our best to make the Picade MAX cabinet as hackable \/ customisable as possible! Note that some of these serving suggestions are minimally documented and should be deemed 'experimental', 'YMMV' and 'here be dragons' - but we'd love to hear about it if you try them out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn alternate diffuser piece with mounting holes and standoffs is included for if you want go totally extra and add a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/space-unicorns?variant=40842033561683\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGalactic Unicorn\u003c\/a\u003e LED matrix as your marquee 🦄 (Unicorn is not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's a selection of extra mounting holes in the base, for if you want to install a mini PC\/ITX (and power supply) instead of a Raspberry Pi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe've added mounting holes in the back panel for adding a large (200mm) rear mounted fan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicade MAX Power HAT, USB Controller and USB Audio boards all have \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/jst-sh-cable-qwiic-stemma-qt-compatible\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQw\/ST\u003c\/a\u003e connectors for if you want to add sensors or other I2C... things.  There's also some spare ADC pins available on the USB Controller board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicade MAX USB Controller board also has a connector for if you want to be double extra and add \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/picade-plasma-kit-illuminated-arcade-buttons\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlasma illuminated buttons\u003c\/a\u003e (Plasma buttons are not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to make your own custom artwork for your Picade Max? \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/Picade_Max_Artwork_Templates.pdf?v=1721822656\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to download a PDF template for the printed pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicade MAX is designed for use with Raspberry Pi 5, but it will work just fine with any version of Pi with a 40 pin header.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicade MAX is compatible with our very popular \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/nvme-base\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNVMe Base for Raspberry Pi 5\u003c\/a\u003e meaning that you can even have an M.2 NVMe SSD powering your most epic arcade build - that's gonna be real fast! ⚡\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pimoroni","offers":[{"title":"Picade Only","offer_id":42007494623315,"sku":"PIM708","price":488.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/picade-max-2.jpg?v=1721658044","url":"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/en-eu\/products\/picade-max","provider":"Pimoroni Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}