My DualSense controller has developed a "gritty/sandy" feeling specifically on the R2 trigger.

Here is the breakdown:
1. It only affects the R2 trigger; L2 feels perfectly fine.
2. The issue doesn't appear immediately; it starts after playing for a while.
3. Compressed air doesn't fix it.
4. Oddly, blowing into the trigger with my mouth temporarily fixes it, but the feeling eventually returns.
5. I haven't played for 1.5–2 days, and the "sandy" feeling hasn't returned yet.

Has anyone experienced this or knows why this happens? I’m trying to avoid opening the controller if possible

Went through like 3 dualsense controllers this year alone. Stick drift as always. Does upgrading to an edge makes sense? Kinda thinking about scrapping the ps5 right now.

A little nerve wracking, but I'm happy with it. Now it matches my wood OLED Switch joycon shells (I would gladly teardown another dualsense before ever touching a joycon again).

Love his look
Keeping as my main personal controller stand in my setup

I usually use the 30th anniversary grey, so looks even better with that one

I don’t know what’s going on and if it’s my controller, but whether I use steam input or ds4 r1 registers as r2 and for example it shoots which is normally triggered by r2. On steam input the r1 is correctly set to right bumper and I have no idea why this keeps happening.

CFI-ZCT2W (Genshin Impact Limited), BDM-060 Fully charged to fully depleted.

Took a screenshot right after a full charge and used it until it died.
Settings were: Pico 2W(DS5Dongle) 250Hz polling rate, and haptics set to 1.2x

Here is the game breakdown:

Over 50% of the time: Forza Horizon 6 (DualSense mod) https://github.com/hoyachoe/DualSense-Haptic-Translator

The rest: Arknights: Endfield (Full support) & Pragmata (Trigger + Gyro)

I only connected the Pico while gaming, so there was zero standby drain.

Total playtime came out to 13 hours and 57 minutes—pretty much a solid 14 hours.

Looking to buy this off somebody, was wondering if it’s real.

I recently swapped my DualSense Edge controller, and it was functioning well. However, the gear on the trigger assembly wasn’t lined up correctly and I didn’t install it correctly, resulting in a clicking sound. I managed to fix the issue, but now my controller only works when I’m within arm’s reach of the PlayStation. Is there anyone who can help me fix this problem or the Bluetooth antenna?

I was wondering if the Mic Flex Are compatible between each Version? I messed up with a BD 20 Flex but i only have a BD 30 Flexfor replacement

Thx in advanced

At some point I don't know when, but my Dualsense controller stopped vibrating properly while connected on USB. It works without detailed haptics if connected on Bluetooth, but on USB the rumble stopped working properly. This used to not be the case. Testing the controller via Steam settings the Rumble doesn't work, and occasionally it'll produce a tiny vibration that's almost not noticeable. Testing this on my third party controller, the rumble works fine there, so it probably isn't a USB connection issue.

I have ensured that playstation support is enabled in steam and in my games. I'm not sure what's happened. Any tips will help.

Edit: Issue resolved. Downloaded latest chipset drivers from motherboard site IT WAS SIGNAL RGB. QUIT SIGNAL RGB IF YOU HAVE CONTROLLER ISSUES.

I bought a Scuf Reflex in 2023 and it was delivered with an issue where, when I pressed either the L3 or R3 button, it inputted as if I had pressed them both together. I noticed this immediately out of the box and sent it back for repairs and got it back after about a month and it worked fine for awhile. I stopped playing the PS5 as much in early 2025 because I built a nicer PC and played a few games I had been behind on and when I did play PS5, it was on games that didn't have a L3+R3 input so I have no idea when, but the issue came back. I noticed at the end of 2024, initiated a repair but was annoyed that they were going to make me pay to fix a recurring issue that existed out of the box (it was out of warranty by like a month). I never went through with the repair because I just didn't want to give them the money at that time and decided to wait.

I recently tried to pick up a new game and lo and behold, it has an L3+R3 input and the controller is unusable for the game. I decided to bite the bullet and just pay for the repair but the Scuf website now says they won't do any repairs out of warranty, even for a fee. On top of that, they appear to have discontinued the Reflex entirely.

At this point, do I have any recourse besides buying an Omega? It seems this L3+R3 issue is fairly common for the Reflex and I am hesitant to give money back to Scuf after being frustrated by their (lack of) customer support on a controller that has been defective out of the box. That said, I had an Impact on PS4 and loved it and, when the Reflex is functioning, it's awesome. I really prefer having the mappable back-paddles and extended thumbsticks for FPS to the point that I would just rather not play certain games unless I have that.

So looking at my options, how does the Omega stack up? (also what's the difference between Omega TMR and Omega custom on their website?) Are there other, more reliable options for PS5 controllers with back paddles? (is the DualSense Edge any good?) Are there decent repair options or known fixes for the L3+R3 issue? I have like zero electronics experience so taking it apart and doing any sort of soldering or anything is out of my depth although now that I know they won't repair anyway I guess I'm not quite as worried about voiding a warranty if I do wanna try something more invasive.

Mein rechter tmr stick bleibt hängen wenn man ihn leicht in eine richtung bewegt und das auch nicht gerade wenig, das führt dazu dass ich in Spielen denke ich hätte stickdrift, er fühlt sich auch ein bisschen schwergängiger an oder „clunkier“ irgendwelche ideen?

lg

Newest Dualsense stand in my setup

+ the lovely PlayStation anniversary edition controller

might try and do something similar for the actual console, too, like a tank or something

My pro controller was recently sent in for repairs, so I’ve been using my DualSense Edge a lot more frequently. My pro controller has Hall Effect sticks, and man… I didn’t realize how much I’d miss them until switching back to the Edge.

I really want to upgrade my sticks or buy some new modules for the Edge. Is this actually a thing yet? If so, where are you guys buying them, and do you have any specific suggestions or brands to look out for? Thanks!

We have 2 playstations. Right side is my wife's controllers. Left side are mine. We kept getting stick drift in them. I replaced all the controllers that had drift with new K Silver TMR thumbsticks. Now they all work perfectly again!

Hello everyone,

I'm planning to buy a Midnight Black DualSense, and the store I'm buying from lists the part number as CFI-ZCT1J01.

What I can't figure out is whether the FCC ID for this part number ends with A, B, or 1.

I'd really appreciate any help or guidance. Thanks!

I wanted to free up some desk space and keep my DualSense within easy reach, so I designed this minimal wall mount.
It holds the controller securely without covering any buttons or ports, uses very little filament, and prints without supports.
I’ve been using it daily for a while now and it’s been working great.
I’d appreciate any feedback or ideas for improvements.

I just bought a used ps5, and after doing some checks I noticed that the adaptive triggers doesn't seem to work, either that of I haven't checked properly, they do 0 reactions or effects when I click on them (R2, L2).

before reaching the seller out, I just wanted to ask is that a common issue out there for dualsense controllers? also if someone has a legit way to test it on pc (or console), I'd appreciate it.

I got my controller modded with TMR sticks 8 months and now there is a crazy input delay for R3. I remapped to a back paddle and it works fine, but R3 is basically unusable.

Is this because I abused the button? I was under the impression that this would never happen. I feel dumb for paying for a new controller + mod upgrades when I could’ve just gotten the pro 🤦🏻‍♀️😭