Guitar Hero 3's PS3 Les Paul hits the FCC

If it's got a radio in it, the government's gonna want to poke at it, and the wireless Les Paul shipping with the PS3 version of Guitar Hero 3 is no exception, turning up in the FCC's database today. Just like the 360 version we saw hit the FCC a little while ago, there's nothing shocking to report -- the PS3 version will still (sadly) require a USB dongle, up to four controllers can be paired up, and the faceplates are interchangeable -- but it's nice to know we're getting ever close to melting our faces off with GH3.

[SteveJ @ Oct 25th 2007 2:53PM]

Doesn't the use of a USB dongle imply that the 40 GB PS3 will only allow up to 2 players since it only has 2 USB ports? Can you use a USB hub to expand the number of ports?

[Daniel @ Oct 25th 2007 3:53PM]

im not sure if it is one dongle per guitar, but you can use a USB hub with a PS3.

[JL @ Oct 25th 2007 4:43PM]

Even if it was using bluetooth, they have stated that only two players can play at once. To my understanding, the 360 and wii versions will only allow 2 at once as well.

[MikMik @ Nov 5th 2007 5:12PM]

Yes you can. We use the same system for guitars here in Spain. Happy strumming
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[cmc @ Oct 25th 2007 2:59PM]

Is it one dongle per guitar controller?

[Bob @ Oct 25th 2007 3:19PM]

I'm pretty certain it's up to 4 controllers per dongle.

[Sean D. @ Oct 25th 2007 3:10PM]

Why does it need a USB dongle? Why isn't utilizing the built-in wireless controller technology in the PS3? Seems like a missed opportunity.

Will GH3 for the PS2 still work with the controllers that I already have?

[Daniel @ Oct 25th 2007 3:53PM]

yes you will be able to use the same guitars. you can even use them for the upcoming rock band as well.

[Kamalot @ Oct 25th 2007 6:08PM]

Guitar Hero 3 will work with the guitars from the previous versions of the game, but you can't use PS2 guitars on the PS3 since there are no controller ports on the PS3.

I don't understand why Sony wants to cut ties with the PS1/PS2 era of gaming so completely. First they don't put PS2 ports on the PS3, then they remove backwards compatibility. I would think that a company would WANT to leverage their past success, but Sony seems intent on distancing themselves from the greatest consoles that were ever made. :(

[Sean D. @ Oct 25th 2007 6:27PM]

Yeah, I don't get it either. As long as they're still making PS2 games, I have no desire to upgrade, and there are dozens of games that I'd like to play through on the PS2 that I haven't acquired yet, not to mention a few big upcoming games (such as Guitar Hero III and Rock Band) that'll keep me busy for at least another year or two.

I don't get the whole "I gotta play it as soon as it comes out" thing anyway. A great game is a great game and should be enjoyable for a long, long time. Hell, I still have Dreamcast games that I'm working my way through...

[andyg8180 @ Oct 25th 2007 3:34PM]

hehe... dongle...

@SeanD.... The wireless controllers are using bluetooth and im pretty sure if GH implemented the Bluetooth technology, you'd be paying a pretty penny for the guitars...

[Nick @ Oct 25th 2007 4:03PM]

Not the case. BT licensing fee is pretty cheap. However, something regarding the way the PS3 connects with controllers on BT was to blaim. And it is even rumored the mysterious unpairing issue on PS3 controllers where they will for no reason unpair for a few seconds and then automatically pair again was the reason for deciding to go with ubs dongle.

[Mickey Jones @ Oct 25th 2007 4:40PM]

For those about to rock .... I salute you!

[Reggienator @ Oct 26th 2007 9:52AM]

USB dongle? Might as well have a wire then. The beautiful thing about wireless controls is you don't have to get up to turn them on. Now you'll have to plug in this dongle every time you want to play. And there's no way I'd leave a fugly dongle plugged into my beautiful PS3.

Fission Mailed.

[matt @ Oct 31st 2007 2:23AM]

In reference to the lack of the ps3's backwards compatibility the xbox 360 is the worst system to try and go backward compatible with the 360 has a very limited selection of games that are backwards compatible. I own all of the systems that have came out and Microsoft loves to rip people off with the amount of money that you have to spend just to get a good set up. The ps3 can use ps2 controllers with the converters that they sell for 10$. I've never seen microsoft offer up any kind of backwards capable stuff except for the ethernet(RJ-45) cable.

[matt @ Oct 31st 2007 2:27AM]

No you do not have to get up to plug in the controller every time you want to play guitar hero3 because you can just leave it plugged in to the ps3 and use the guitar just like the six axis controller.

[Luis @ Nov 1st 2007 7:26PM]

ok does anyone know if its true that it is 2.5Ghz because sony did not allow (what is it redoctane or something)to make the controllers with build in BT because hey did now want thrid party BT devices or something?

[Jennifer @ Nov 5th 2007 7:15PM]

Has anyone heard about seperate controllers for either the WII or PS3? It sucks having to use the controller to battle or face off someone.....It is a good party game and quite addicting. Thanks!

[Jeff @ Nov 13th 2007 6:58AM]

I have a PS3 with guitar hero 3 and the bluetooth guitar it came with. It works fine. When I put in guitar hero 2 and it starts playing the game the red lights on the guitar and wireless thingy go out and I can't use the guitar. What is the problem?

[ryan @ Nov 17th 2007 9:33PM]

not 100% but i have heard that you can't play the ps2 verson on ps3 even with the new gituar...dosn't make much sence to me

[Markus @ Dec 9th 2007 11:13PM]

I bought a Guitar Hero 3 bundle pack with the wireless Guitar for the PS2. Will this work on the PS3 40GB or 80GB? Which is better? Can anyone shed some light on this? Thanks.

MK

[JamesM @ Dec 25th 2007 8:28PM]

I have GH3 for the PS3 and my mate has it for the Xbox 360, can we use the guitars from each console on one console?
please write back asap

[daniel Garlick @ Dec 27th 2007 2:30PM]

did u get an answer cuz i have the same question?

[Monkey @ Jan 27th 2008 6:32PM]

i have GH3 for ps3 and the wireless controller n all, but i want to buy one, two, and rock the 80s, but i hear its not compatible with the ps3? any suggestions? Anyone?