Make your own PS4 fighstick the easy way!!

[@superspecky4eyes]

I purchased this breakout board and found this video very helpful. Got my stick up and running in an evening. Thanks so much!

[@Fundando]

Glad to help!

[@ArTsticBeAst]

I want to know how to build that exact fight stick Omg it looks so good

[@aissadynamic976]

Best Custom FightStick Ever Seen Before !!!!!!

[@GH-nf6pc]

How much size of the case and do you have template?

[@medensmemor]

Can i do this for a arcade joystick for PC ?

[@Fundando]

medens memor yes this works on of also

[@advanceddarkness3]

Id like to make a case, but wood is meh.

[@ViincenttB]

I have a problem with my Crown 307 joystick with this board. Every other button works except my joystick only inputs "UP" (while pulling down, it is so weird)

[@OGlohocla1994]

Vincent Brian Bernardo check the 5 pin at the joystick.. it is most likely installed backwards. at the board it is keyed to go one way only, at the joy it is not. flip it and you'll be good to go

[@AndreasKiaf]

So.. What happened?

[@trashvideocommentator2167]

So how would you map it for mortal Kombat cause I understand the punch and kick 1, 2 but I don't know how I would map the block and etc.

[@TheWrathOfSean]

Got mine in the mail today, wired it up, and nothing recognizes it. Cant update the firmware, because I cant get the driver program to recognize that I plugged the stick in. I have the home and share wired up to start and select on my madcatz stick so that I can have them both pressed when I plug it in. Seems weird that it's home and share, and not options and share. Are there any extra windows drivers I'm missing? I just get an unrecognized usb device error.

[@Fundando]

+Sean Horton Try using a different usb port or shorter usb cable. The drivers should install themselves on windows 10. Are you on windows 10?

[@azaelgames1491]

Can you help me with the measurements of the tables that you used on your stick to create mine so anyway? Please friend, I would appreciate it

[@Fundando]

check out slagcoin.com

[@Invincible-yf6nr]

Did you make the case or did you buy it and built it to your liking?

[@Fundando]

+Invincible 2016 I bought it off someone who made a couple. If you want a custom wooden one made just for you check out facebook.com/FoeHammerCustomJoysticks/?fref=ts Let Doug know who sent you.

[@trainingverse007]

Which wire and harness and which joystick and button to order ,so I can order from ebay ?

[@TkHaroonGaming]

Will it work on ps3.please tell☺

[@MojoMakoto]

where can i get a XBOX 360 PCB that is already soldered with wires? i can't do the soldering myself.

[@Fundando]

check out vickomods.com

[@batmansuperman4796]

Box size pleaae tell me Lenth x width And upper and down size of box

[@كورةعالمية-ي6ن]

aprox 9x14

[@كورةعالمية-ي6ن]

35 x 22.9 x 6 cm

[@mackstertube]

Is it possible to make one but have 4 buttons instead if a joystick. Is the re a board for that or a way to alter or modify the joystick board? I would love that since I can use d-pad or joystick very well. Thank's of you can answer.

[@Fundando]

This is possible but you would have to rewire the joystick harness. You might look at the new board by brook instead.

[@NakedBJJ]

Is it an issue that you have unconnected quick connect ground wire on your daisy chain floating in there?

[@Fundando]

+Kyle Nix Nope. You can just leave that disconnected and the signal will just pass through. Just make sure it is not touching any connection you are not supposed to with it. It is best to tie it back with something like a zip tie.

[@demonaidtv3020]

I got a problem with my arcade stick that my father bought for a cheap prize. only 2 buttons are working. Try to map it on ppspp with my android. I mapped the 2 buttons at the upper right says pad1.[A] the other is pad1.[B]. And all the rest of the buttons are the same including the 2 small buttons they all function as pad1.00?. Please help me

[@KIMJOHND]

That looks beautiful. Cheers for info

[@Boomer8003]

Can you also add one extra button on each side for pinball games??????????????????????

[@Fundando]

Yoda I Am absolutely

[@sayu181]

Why do so many fightsticks use USB type B?

[@drap13]

Se pasó por la raja la construcción de la carcaza? saludos.

[@Rich64]

The link in the description is broken

[@CrippleTron_]

could you make controller like that with 2 joysticks and a Dpad? I have one but I have to use the Titan1 adapter to use the controller on ps4 and it's a pain.

[@harriyama]

can i use these same instructions to build a mixbox or do keyboard keys need different wires than button keys?

[@KhanGarth]

i would really like to see this type of PCB but for 360 and Xbone

[@Fundando]

see my universal fightstick video.

[@s0m3_dud3]

Is there a video that shows us how to make the stick enclosure like yours?

[@QuintMarvel]

The only thing I'm wondering is how to mount the PCB to the case. How do you do that? Or are you just letting it bang around loose in the case?

[@john-lukepickarde7382]

I was wondering the exact same thing.

[@QuintMarvel]

A little more research and I discovered that, yes, you COULD just leave it banging around in the case. However, if you want to, Focus Attack does sell little plastic feet with glue to hold the PCB.

[@john-lukepickarde7382]

Ah, I see. I looked up PCB kits and Focus Attack also sells ones where the PCB's have holes in the corners. I was actually thinking about getting a Mayflash F300 and putting in that whole setup in there when the original parts poop out on me, basically screwing in the new one where the old one was as long as it fits, that is.

[@heyyitsultima]

I know you already found a solution but you could also glue plastic standoffs into the case and screw it to that.

[@NetiOP1]

Yup, i have it that way.

[@MOOEY_DRAWS]

hey, so what can I do if my my buttons are activating without pressing them? I dont have the 3xp and 3xk buttons hooked up to any button on my stick with this PCB, but they'll activate whenever i move around sometimes. Is it possible to just cut the wires off to solve my issue?

[@ShadalooFrieza]

it actually bothers me that the directional harness HAS to be towards the buttons, I wire up all my sticks to the the jlf harness goes away from the buttons towards the outside of the case I personally just think it looks nicer but i guess if I have to bite the bullet and do it that way I will

[@arichankins2397]

I bought this and the wiring harness doesn't fit the micro switches for happ buttons. What can I do?

[@Fundando]

you can buy adapters that change the connections to happ buttons

[@josepinorizal3767]

Hi what is the size of the box width & lenght want to make my fightstick. tnx

[@Fundando]

I don't have it anymore to measure but check out slagcoin.com

[@illustrativewill]

Can i use this to convert my old Madcatz Fightstick pro to a PS4 controller? I figured if i just replaced the PCB it would work, but i'm not really sure if the USB connector fits that PCB.

[@JustinBA007]

Is there a way I can use 4 buttons for the d-pad rather than the stick? I've never used an arcade stick, and buttons seem like they'd be easier to use.

[@Fundando]

yup check out threads about "hitbox" on shoryuken.com for layouts.

[@joejoeman3645]

has anyone tried converting an old stick like an eightarc with this new ps4 module? I know it must work, but I'm not sure how elegant or convenient it would be to just rip out the old PCB and somehow mount this one. thanks

[@BasedAmaterasu]

What is the thickness of the top panel where you mounted the JLF joystick and buttons

[@GLHFoods]

How would I approach using this kit for making a Hitbox? I really want to buy this but I see its 5 pin for joysticks

[@Fundando]

Use the additional wiring wiring harness with the .187" quick disconnects and crimp .110" quick disconnects on all the ends. www.focusattack.com/110-2-8mm-open-barrel-non-insulated-quick-disconnect-terminal/

[@GLHFoods]

Sounds great! Is that the only thing that comes to mind of what I would need? I have a setup already but I just want to switch out pcbs for this one. Also, does this handle SOCD well? Reason Im switching is my current pcb inputs up-left if I hit 3 cardinal directions at once hahah

[@Fundando]

The brook pcb has socd cleaner support built in. THat should be all you need.

[@GLHFoods]

Thanks for the reply! Hopefully I don't mess anything up lol.

[@FireyPvP]

Did it end up working? if so will you let me know how you did it, Im still a little confused. Thanks :)

[@hydr0genjukebox]

Can anyone show me where to get a case like this? I'm just looking for a simple wood enclosure with a 8-button layout and the ability to add my own artwork. Forhammer is overkill and he never gets back to me with my questions. Any advice?

[@jacob.rivera]

So what USB would I use to connect it to a PS3

[@kidgrave]

Where can I get a wooden case like yours? Some of the links in your video description don’t work.

[@Fundando]

Mike Sandoval foahammershop makes some of the best wooden cases. Message them on Facebook. I got this from a forum Member of shoryuken.com

[@kidgrave]

Fundando, thank you so much for this awesome video. I will look into foahammershop.

[@iJuiceRabbit]

Hello I have the madcatz fightstick pro would I be able to use the cables already in the board ?

[@Fundando]

+Batman I am not familiar with the internals of the fight stick pro. It is likely though that you would take out all the internals and just plug everything to the buttons and joystick as seen and the video.

[@iJuiceRabbit]

+Fundando (Fundando) ok great tutorial btw

[@Fundando]

+Batman thanks!

[@ORIGINALSMAPPER]

You can, but if you want to use the home button, you'll either have to drill another button hole or solder the wires directly to the one that's already there. Other than that, no problems since the layout is similar.

[@iJuiceRabbit]

+ORIGINALSMAPPER yea I think I'm going to drill out a hole for a new button

[@azecatom6763]

FANTASTIC

[@Zenkai.boost.Kekkei.Genkai]

u still gotta buy the buttons and wires might as well buy the whole thing

[@TYLERLOVESBMX1]

so with those 2 extra wires you could of had an 8 button setup?

[@Fundando]

yup

[@cyclic730]

is there any way to add a headphone jack to this board?

[@MobileDecay]

cyclic730 Those legacy connectors? You should gather the courage to not add one and buy airpods and dongles. There's simply no room for a headphone jack. 😁

[@jaymendoza4616]

What are the required materials again?

[@fantasma0017able]

where did you get the case?????

[@rafedkamil1700]

can i use this to play tekken 7?

[@baba3styler]

what is the size for the joystick hole?

[@Fundando]

24mm

[@LOSTCAMERON1]

Probably a dumb question but Can I use these fightsticks as a Dpad for FPS with a mouse too I have no finger function due to an accident and am looking for a way to move around and push buttons with my palms. Wondering if the PC will not recognize the controller for some dumb reason before I buy one

[@Fundando]

since there is no analog control, even if you could map it, it would be less than ideal.

[@subterficial]

Most games will not automatically detect a dpad for movement. However, as long as you're playing on PC, you could get a keyboard pcb and solder buttons to it. I'd recommend looking for a busted mechanical keyboard, as it's much simpler to solder to than a rubber membrane. Then you'd just tuck it in a box, and you could hook it up as a regular keyboard.

[@sotovo]

Anyone know where I can buy wooden case and a top with the standard capcom 6 grid?

[@DelightfulTyrant]

There's a couple stores online that sell simple kit boxes if you do some google research, but really you can do it all yourself with some basic power tools.

[@alejandrorivas4585]

@@DelightfulTyrant could you link that?

[@zero-pk7hw]

how to update frimware ?

[@fabriciofranco16]

have an ebay link? or product model number thanks

[@Lenkunuwu]

I'm new to this, I want to make a controller with 4 buttons in a straight line, they are 100mm each one, Do I have to do the same?

[@Dylan-kw8pz]

Hey! Do you build custom controllers for sale? I'd love to buy a ps4 controller but wider so my hands can be at my side but can't find anything about it on the internet. I'm not too knowledgeable on electronics

[@BigBoyGlasses]

can you cut the extra wires

[@Stichtuation]

Hi silly question when you print the layout in the printer, what setting is it on? Paper size is set to letter??

[@Fundando]

I don't print these myself. I have a commercial printer where I work and just give it to the team here to print off for me.

[@Stichtuation]

Fundando hi i have another question. How did you do.the sunken side button on the fight stick? What sizes did you use? Thank you

[@Craytonex]

should i just rewire my old 360 arcade stick to make it work on Ps4 i seriously dropped SFV because i didnt have a compatable stick

[@spartum1337]

but can you put RGB light in it ?

[@Fundando]

Yes, but I would go a different route for LED lighting. Using this board is easy to install but not meant to add on.

[@AutobotShiesty]

How come theres no connector for L1 and L2?

[@csolisr]

As a person whose country has a 54% import tax on videogame controllers but about 15% on electronic components, would it be cheaper to assemble my own stick and which pieces do I have to build myself?

[@shaqwickedcat7978]

how can i get the box?

[@cnaranjofe]

where can i get the wood board, stick and buttons from?

[@jessragan6714]

Any chance this works with the Playstation TV? Look, I know, nobody's using the damned thing, but I've got a bunch of emulators on mine and I might as well make SOME use of it.

[@Coylicious1]

How do you put emulators on your playstation TV?

[@jessragan6714]

You're going to have to look that up on Wololo, Hackinformer, and GBAtemp, but yes you can.

[@oppaisenpai232]

I want to make one for xbox one how to do it please?

[@Fundando]

Check out one of my other videos on the universal boards.

[@oppaisenpai232]

I found many thanks ;) even though there is a part that I do not understand very well, and good work in passing ( sorry for my english )

[@reecey54]

Do you have the wood width and depth information for the base of the stick? I want to make one myself.

[@Fundando]

I did not build this myself. check out slagcoin.com for some info on making your own

[@MOOEY_DRAWS]

Awesome tutorial. Im using this same kit for a completely gutted TE1 case. Question. Any tips on where I could possibly screw down this PCB in that type of case? I don't have the screws available for that were included with the old PCB for the TE1.

[@Fundando]

+George Mooey I have not worked in that case but If the screwholes for the original pcb line up you might be to use that. Or you could try something like this www.focusattack.com/hardware-pcb/hardware-accessories/hardware-mounting/ And if all else fails... HOT GLUE!

[@MOOEY_DRAWS]

+Fundando (Fundando) thanks! I don't have access to any of those tools yet, so for now, I think i'll ghetto mount it with some ties :P Also, question. Where'd you buy that case?

[@Fundando]

+George Mooey someone was selling it on the forums over at shoyuken.com

[@MOOEY_DRAWS]

+Fundando (Fundando) hey, im having more trouble with this board. So I wired up all the buttons, but my 3k, 4k, and 4p buttons are not acting responsively. Testing it on PC and the button diagrams on the controller settings aren't properly showing up for 3k and 4k, and 4p has a really badly unresponsive button. Can you help me out? Its not the buttons themselves, as Ive tested different buttons and it didn't seem to fix the issue at all.

[@Fundando]

+George Mooey Hey I saw on SRK that you fixed your issue by hooking up into a different usb port.

[@blankaex]

No need to install any firmware? Also, any suggestions for installing the PCB onto a plastic case?

[@Fundando]

When using with PS4 you want to make sure you have the latest firmware installed on the pcb. Hot glue :)

[@blankaex]

Thanks for the info. I wanted to avoid glue but it was one of the options I was considering.

[@rant3779]

+blankaex m.uline.com/h5/r/www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-12410NAT/Cable-Ties-and-Tools/Cable-Tie-Mounts-3-4-Natural?pricode=WY529&gadtype=pla&id=S-12410NAT&gclid=CjwKEAjwq8y8BRCstYTm8qeT9mwSJACZGjUkpXF16g14zFrzNNKnm93d9uAowd_N8uYuzTrx_ZKb-xoC36bw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds imo, it's the easiest and best way to mount your pcbs. just get a big enough zip tie for your pcb and you're good.

[@blankaex]

Ooh, good idea! I actually had a couple of those with me. Wish I thought of that before gluing it!

[@dajohnimalx4266]

Does it have a mic jack input for chatting?

[@hook1230]

www.brookaccessory.com/Fighting%20Board/list.html yes but not this board u need buy another one

[@Patrick-ws8xf]

does this come with the case

[@FALpwn]

Could I add LED lights to this?

[@hook1230]

U can google sanwa button they have light button

[@direwolf525]

Does this works for xbox one?

[@TheUnoDeluxe]

I followed your video and all the buttons worked beautifully! However, my sanwa stick is not functioning properly. At first, I plugged it in upside down so the controls were flipped. So I plugged it with the red markings down and now the controls are still flipped except all of the directions don't work except down (which is up). Any help? Thanks in advance.

[@Drghoulie]

Is building a fight stick like shown in this video basically how all are made? I'm thinking of buying one from arcadeshock prebuilt but if building one is this easy I might do that

[@christiangamer975]

Can you make 1 that is made for free roam games ?

[@Fundando]

There is no analog support on any of these boards. Anything is possible with some fabrication and rewiring a controller

[@holy_data529]

Will this PCB work with Nintendo Switch as well? I'm thinking of making a custom stick for Street Fighter 30th anniversary, which I got for the Switch.

[@maelamrani]

Hey please where can i buy a woodn box for fightstick

[@Fundando]

look up foahammer shop or arcapc.mx or for a sweet metal one allfightsticks.com

[@lennymarett1647]

Mohammed Amine EL AMRANI there are some on eBay for sale. Search for "custom wood fightstick"

[@rottencore0]

Can you get a PC compatible one?

[@rottencore0]

Sorry I don't know what I am looking for.

[@Fundando]

This works with pc just as well.

[@rottencore0]

Thanks for showing this here is a link to all the people who want to get started with their custom fight stick: support.focusattack.com/hc/en-us/articles/207447983-Definitive-list-of-parts-to-build-a-Fightstick#joystick

[@DemonPE]

Definitely is A LOT easier if you buy the pieces and just have to assemble it.

[@YetikidX68k]

Did you need to put anything else with the stick, like a spring or a restrictor?

[@Fundando]

All those are optional enhancements for different playstyles. I do like a slightly bigger restrictor.

[@carlosbacasoto102]

Work for pc too?

[@gamerboy8799]

Does it work on pc

[@yobuddah8390]

Does the kit include the joystick and USB cable? Sorry I'm new to this and I'm gonna start making my own stick.

[@Fundando]

No joystick and some of the kits do come with usb.

[@yobuddah8390]

Fundando but it does come with everything in the video right? ( not the buttons or joystick)

[@stridatron1503]

Really nice and helpful video. Thanks.

[@Fundando]

+Smael Neo Thanks! I am glad you enjoyed.

[@clooi7441]

Do u all have the link that sell the box really cheap?

[@imaqt3.14]

The link provided doesn't seem to link me into this bundle :/

[@Fundando]

I updated the link. Thank you for letting me know. www.focusattack.com/ist-pre-installed-brook-ps3-ps4-fight-board-pcb-kit/

[@Cartman-Hs]

I liked the tutorial friend, what are the measures of that arcade stick and the image of akuma? Greetings from Peru

[@ElMesiasDeCharlie]

Where you buy the pcb?

[@ChristianGarcia-li5ds]

Is it compatible with PS3?

[@Rowdygirlshockeyclub]

where did you get the case?

[@doomsday5791]

What about the touchpad wire to install ? I was wanting to install the touchpad to 1 sanwa button, since lot of fighting games require a touchpad in practice mode. @fundando

[@KizukiYamada]

Is it posible to use a keyboard?

[@divyaprakashdixit]

Hikari Sakurai yes

[@Vireca]

how much cost all? including case

[@call_me_p1cklez101]

Link is outdated how could I get the product now?

[@AvengerII]

They changed the PCB around. This version isn't offered anymore. The equivalent in-production board is the PS3/PS4 Fighting Board Plus. It's available at all the major arcade parts vendors in the US. Honestly, it's set up even better than the old Breakout Board version (NO soldering required, much easier to figure out and better-supported at this point) and is more useful for people looking to upgrade their older joysticks (generally Mad Catz joysticks) and keep their turbo panels. Depending on how you want to use it, you might be ordering more harnesses. The most useful harness right away is the 20-pin which has the quick disconnects for all the buttons you'll reasonably use (4 kick, 4 punch, Start, Select, Home) unless you want to make your own quick disconnect lines which will take at least the better part of an hour and generally won't be as neat as the 20-pin harness (which costs $13 BUT how much does it cost to get all the wire, quick disconnects, AND tools you need to make your own QD lines?!?). Other features like Turbo and their use depends on the existing PCB you have. It's kind of silly to spend $50 on a PCB, though, for PS4/PC compatibility. There are cheaper options out there for half the cost (don't ask me -- I honestly don't know the better options besides brand names but think anything sub-$25 is fishy and probably won't work as well as higher-cost, established brands) OR if you know how to solder well, you can buy a basic PS4 pad and use that for a controller/PCB board for half the cost of the Brooks PS4/PS3 board.

[@call_me_p1cklez101]

@@AvengerII could you give a link for the parts thanks man!

[@AvengerII]

@@call_me_p1cklez101 FocusAttack, ArcadeShock, or ParadiseArcadeShop are the big three that stock arcade parts in the US. You can get just about anything you need from them. I CANNOT direct-link to websites off KZbin because they disabled that ability months ago. Only the guys posting videos can have offsite direct-links. You can get kits online for $20 that will have all the parts you allegedly need BUT the levers and pushbuttons included with these kits are CLONES (a polite way of saying "KNOCK-OFFS!") and they're not up to arcade spec and will probably break quicker. The PCB's included with these kits are MINIMAL and there's no guarantee they will work with your PC in some cases since they may not be built for XINPUT which is the basic USB requirement for PC compatibility. The cheapest boards will almost certainly not work with anything beyond PS3/PC. The cheapest PS4 board is the Brook Fighting Board (with PS3 compatibility) unless you want to scavenge a Hori Commander Pad for its PCB. The Brook Fighting Board (the one most sane people buy) is easier to install since you don't need to solder BUT they make you pay for ease of installation. That's why the Brooks PS4 board is double the price. They offer this board ps3-pc-zero-delay-usb-encoder-pcb-american-style-controls (on Focus Attack website) but it's ultra-low budget and again, only PS3/PC. You'd have to buy adapters for anything else, those like $35 minimum, and this board doesn't work with all of them! The advantage is that at least you don't need to solder and it's cheaper to buy this in bulk for an arcade standup/MAME rig or if you want more than one joystick for PC/PS3 and don't care about anything beyond basic compatibility. You can spend as much as you want building a custom joystick but sometimes it's just cheaper to buy a gently used joystick. (This last Christmas, they were selling BRAND-NEW Hori PS4/XBone joysticks online for $70!) A lot of those people will sell for $70 locally, even for current-generation joysticks. Online, a used stick will probably go for at least $100 brand-new (with shipping if you're lucky) if it's a PS4 or XBox One joystick.

[@call_me_p1cklez101]

@@AvengerII is there one only for a PS4 version trying to make a fight stick for Tekken 7

[@AvengerII]

@@call_me_p1cklez101 The Brook PS3 / PS4 Fighting Board Plus is the only PCB that has PS4 compatibility built in. The other PCB boards out there you have to add the PS4 functionality in with an adapter (and the adapter is AT LEAST $35 by itself). The cheapest way to get PS4 compatibility is to padhack (the Hori Commander Pad is recommended because it's common ground) and that requires soldering. Otherwise, the Brooks Fighting Board is the cheapest, NON-soldering solution out there. Sorry, but that's how it is. The cheapest replacement PCB (the older Brooks Fighting Board that doesn't have screw terminals OR harness pin support) out there is $40 but you have to solder EVERYTHING to it. Other than that, there are converters out that will let you use older generation (PS1/PS2/PS3) joysticks or even XBox 360 console joysticks on the PS4 but they're all $30-$45 themselves. Most people prefer the converters because they don't like messing with PCBs and rewiring things but those converters get sold out all the time. Look it up on Focus Attack's website and you'll see... It's viciously expensive but that's the way it is and has been for at least two console generations now. They'll make changes for the next generation of consoles I'm sure that'll make the current joysticks on market obsolete for those machines UNLESS the developers beg Sony and MS to allow backwards compatibility with joysticks on SOME game like they did Street Fighter V this past generation. You could get a Zero Pi PCB ($12) that's compatible for PS3 and THEN get a converter ($40, PS3 to PS4) for it but even that's at least $53. There is no cheap way to do this and nobody wants to tick off Sony with "too cheap" product.

[@budapesteBR2012]

it works on xbox one?

[@Zencho639]

the link ists down

[@4mrdam]

What did you use to mount the PCB to the case

[@Fundando]

motherboard standoffs

[@samgonzalez7416]

Since it is wood, what do you use to prevent it from mold to occur?

[@Fundando]

I do not use anything. I have a wooden stick that I have used for over 8 years and I have never had mold build up. Then again, I live in Las Vegas. It is dry down here.

[@jesuszamora6949]

Nice to see you include a joystick wiring harness for .187" connectors, but is there an option to get a button harness for them as well? I'd love to be able to use this to make a stick with IL buttons.

[@Fundando]

I do not make this product and would ask the folks at focusattack. Or you could just crimp .187 connectors. they also sel .110 - .187 adaptors

[@jesuszamora6949]

Fundando Wow, the vid was so pro I thought you were with FA. Good work, and sorry for the mistake.

[@Highlander2475]

I have a client who wants me to install this Board and Breakout board, but the board did not come with capacitors pre installed. Do they need to be installed?

[@Fundando]

No. The capacitors are not necessary