{"product_id":"1-player-arcade-joystick-usb-encoder","title":"1 player pc-to-game button and joystick mame multicade keyboard encoder usb to arcade | Wholesale Arcade Parts","description":"\u003cp\u003eConnect real arcade controls to your PC-based gaming setup with the \u003cstrong\u003eHiclawcrane 1-Player USB Keyboard Encoder\u003c\/strong\u003e. This plug-and-play USB-to-arcade interface converts standard joystick and button inputs into USB keyboard signals, making it fully compatible with MAME, RetroArch, multicade systems, and any PC-based arcade emulator. Everything you need is included in the package — no soldering required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-player USB to JAMMA board × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB cable × 1 (180cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWires for buttons and joystick × 13 (20cm each)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB to JAMMA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB cable length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButton\/joystick wires:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 × 20cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButton support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 8 buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e MAME, multicade, RetroArch, and PC-based arcade emulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-play USB interface\u003c\/strong\u003e — no drivers or software installation required on most systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports joystick + up to 8 buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers all standard 1-player arcade control configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180cm USB cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — long enough for most cabinet and desk setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 pre-wired connectors included\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready to connect to standard arcade joysticks and buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMAME \u0026amp; multicade compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with the most popular PC-based arcade emulation platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory direct from Hiclawcrane\u003c\/strong\u003e — wholesale pricing available for bulk orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use a USB Keyboard Encoder?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA USB keyboard encoder bridges the gap between classic arcade controls and modern PC-based gaming. It lets you use a real joystick and arcade buttons with MAME, RetroArch, and other emulators — delivering an authentic arcade experience without the complexity of a full JAMMA hardware setup. It's the fastest and most affordable way to add genuine arcade controls to any PC or Raspberry Pi-based arcade build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY arcade cabinet builders\u003c\/strong\u003e using a PC or Raspberry Pi as the gaming platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMAME enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e who want real joystick and button controls instead of keyboard or gamepad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetro gaming hobbyists\u003c\/strong\u003e building bartop or full-size arcade cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWholesale buyers and resellers\u003c\/strong\u003e stocking arcade control components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this encoder compatible with Raspberry Pi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The USB keyboard encoder works with any device that supports standard USB HID keyboard input, including Raspberry Pi running RetroPie, Batocera, or similar platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many buttons does this encoder support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1-player encoder supports a joystick plus up to 8 buttons — sufficient for most classic arcade game configurations including fighting games, shooters, and platformers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to install drivers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This encoder uses standard USB HID protocol and is plug-and-play on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Raspberry Pi without additional drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs wholesale pricing available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Hiclawcrane offers factory-direct wholesale pricing on this encoder and all arcade spare parts. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for bulk order quotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Arcade Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for additional components? Browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arcade-spare-parts\"\u003eArcade Spare Parts collection\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible joysticks, buttons, wiring harnesses, and JAMMA boards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hiclawcrane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47406666121379,"sku":"HCC-SP-USB-ENC-001","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/2424\/7715\/files\/encoder_usb_4.png?v=1774405190","url":"https:\/\/hiclawcrane.com\/products\/1-player-arcade-joystick-usb-encoder","provider":"Hiclawcrane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}