Initial Shipments in RIFFMASTER’s Rolling
Launch Coincide With New Fortnite Festival Instrument Compatibility
Update
Leading gaming accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq:
HEAR), and Performance Designed Products LLC (PDP) today announced
the official launch of PDP’s highly-coveted RIFFMASTER
wireless guitar controller ($129.99 MSRP). The RIFFMASTER is
the first guitar controller designed for today’s rhythm-action
gamers and is compatible with Fortnite Festival Pro Lead and Pro
Bass song parts in addition to Rock Band™ 4.
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PDP Celebrates Fortnite Festival Season 3
with the Launch of the Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller
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Pre-orders for the RIFFMASTER sold out just hours
following its debut last month. Fans that pre-ordered their
RIFFMASTER early are receiving their controllers now during
this initial wave of its rolling launch. Those who missed out can
reserve a guitar on Amazon for Xbox/PC and PlayStation to receive
once more become available this June.
“Response to the RIFFMASTER design has been
overwhelmingly positive,” said Trevor Lehr, Director of Product
Management, Performance Designed Products. “Long-time Rock Band
loyalists have quickly picked up what we’re laying down with
RIFFMASTER, and a whole new generation of rhythm-action
gamers can now have a Fortnite Festival experience like never
before.”
The RIFFMASTER wireless guitar controller comes in two
designs – one for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, as well as one
for PS5 and PS4.
RIFFMASTER features include:
- Now compatible with Fortnite Festival (Pro Lead and Pro
Bass song parts) and Rock Band 4.
- Play with both hands. We feel you, lefties. The
RIFFMASTER’s design accommodates both left and right-handed
maestros.
- Rock on for hours. Features a 30-foot low-latency
wireless connection with built-in rechargeable battery for up to
36-hours of jamming per charge.
- Crank it up to 11! Includes a 3.5 mm audio jack and has
D-pad audio controls enabling on-the-fly volume adjustments.
- Take the band on the road. A collapsible design makes
for easy storage and transport, and the luxe shoulder strap
provides added comfort.
- Elevate every performance with guitar analog stick
(patent pending).
- Officially licensed for Xbox and PlayStation.
Check out the RIFFMASTER here, and the press kit below,
and be sure to follow PDP socials @pdpgaming for more news and
updates.
Press Kit:
https://spaces.hightail.com/receive/rhnAQSRrGh
About PDP
PDP is an industry leader and award-winning provider of
high-quality licensed peripherals and accessories for all major
video game platforms. PDP believes that design-forward,
high-performance gear should be as unique and accessible as the
gaming community itself. From beginner to professional, PDP’s
product lines offer uncompromising performance and striking designs
that transport gamers into seamless, immersive experiences where
competition, connection, and personal expression are limitless.
Victrix by PDP is purpose built for Esports athletes and
enthusiasts looking for unmatched performance and competitive
advantage. For over 25 years, PDP has been supplying video game
peripherals and accessories to major retailers across the world,
including retailers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and
Australia. For more information, visit www.pdp.com and
www.victrixpro.com. PDP was acquired by Turtle Beach Corporation in
March 2024.
About Turtle Beach
Corporation
Turtle Beach Corporation (the “Company”)
(www.turtlebeachcorp.com) is one of the world’s leading gaming
accessory providers. The Company’s namesake Turtle Beach brand
(www.turtlebeach.com) is known for designing best-selling gaming
headsets, top-rated game controllers, award-winning PC gaming
peripherals, and groundbreaking gaming simulation accessories.
Innovation, first-to-market features, a broad range of products for
all types of gamers and top-rated customer support have made Turtle
Beach a fan-favorite brand and the market leader in console gaming
audio for over a decade. Turtle Beach Corporation acquired
Performance Designed Products (www.pdp.com) in 2024. Turtle Beach’s
shares are traded on the Nasdaq Exchange under the symbol:
HEAR.
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