--- product_id: 47219490 title: "SANWA Black Joystick" brand: "sanwa" price: "40648CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Sanwa" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47219490-sanwa-black-joystick store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Japan-made precision 4 & 8-way adjustable Durable steel/plastic fit SANWA Black Joystick **Brand:** sanwa **Price:** 40648CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Elevate your arcade game with Sanwa’s precision joystick — don’t just play, dominate! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** SANWA Black Joystick by sanwa - **How much does it cost?** 40648CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47219490-sanwa-black-joystick) ## Best For - sanwa enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sanwa brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Solid spring mechanism ensures a perfect ‘Return to Center’ and enduring durability for marathon gaming sessions. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits control panels up to 5mm thick—steel or plastic—perfect for DIY or upgrade projects. - • **Pro-Level Precision Control:** Experience razor-sharp responsiveness with Sanwa’s legendary Japanese craftsmanship. - • **Tournament-Ready Ergonomics:** Ergonomic design with switchable ball tops lets you game in style and comfort, just like the pros. - • **Customizable Direction Modes:** Seamlessly switch between 4-way and 8-way operation to dominate any arcade or fighting game. ## Overview The SANWA JLF-TP-8YT is a premium Japan-made arcade joystick featuring adjustable 4 & 8-way restrictors, compatible with steel or plastic control panels up to 5mm thick. Renowned for its solid spring return and durable build, it’s the go-to upgrade for arcade enthusiasts and fighting game pros seeking tournament-level precision and ergonomic comfort. ## Description Product description Overview This JLF-TP-8YT ball top joystick by Sanwa is the best sold joystick in Japan! A truly superior quality joystick which can be easily switched between 4-way or 8-way positions with the included restrict plate. This joystick is highly recommended for its short travel and light spring pressure of the joystick, players can make special moves more quickly and input the correct commands in tight timings. Sanwa joysticks are not only suitable for replacement in most Arcade machines, but is also suitable for home console joystick controllers such as the Mad Catz Street Fighter joystick. More and more home users are modifying their joystick controller and installing Sanwa parts for a better playing experience. In addition, famous video Game accessories factories such as Hori equip many of their joystick controllers with Sanwa joysticks. Features High quality original joystick by Sanwa from Japan. Suitable for control panels made of steel or plastic to a max. of 5mm thick Switchable Ball Top - variety of colors are available Can be changed to 4 ways or 8 ways operation Package includes dust covers, mounting plate and connection cable Solid spring and excellent 'Return to Center' Agile and precise Firm construction and durable Ideal to replace arcade / home console joystick for fighting style games and any joystick heavy games Quick Details Color: please check title. Type: Joystick Model Number: JLF-TP-8YT Place of Origin: Japan Unit Ship Weight: 0.21 kg Unit Dimensions: 9.5W x 7.0D x 10.5H cms Number of ways operation: 4 ways or 8 ways operation Compatible Platform: Japanese made arcade cabin Packing list JLF-TP-8YT Sanwa joystick * 1 harness * 1 Review: Perfect Replacement for My MadCatz TE Joystick! - I used the SANWA JLF-TP-8YT to replace the broken joystick in my MadCatz TE stick, and it worked perfectly. Installation was quick and easy, and it fit exactly like the original part without any issues. The quality feels identical to what came stock with the stick — smooth, responsive, and built to last. It restored my arcade stick back to the way it felt when it was brand new, which is exactly what I was hoping for. There wasn’t any improvement in performance because it’s essentially a direct replacement, but that’s exactly what I needed. Everything feels natural again, with clean inputs and reliable movement during gameplay. If you’re looking to fix a worn-out or broken stick, this is the exact part you want. Highly recommend it for anyone maintaining their MadCatz TE or similar arcade sticks! Review: Arcade1up replacement/upgrade - Due to the issues with a joystick on both of my Arcade1up machines I have now put one of these in two different Arcade1up machines (Mortal Kombat and NBA Jam). They feel kind of similar to the stock sticks but there is certainly a quality difference. The clicking is a little quieter and less cheap sounding than the stock sticks in the Arcade1up cabinets. It comes set up as 8-way but can be switched to 4-way if u are using it for Pac-Man or something like that by adjusting the retainer on the bottom of the stick. It’s pretty easy to do but you have to take the control deck off to access the bottom of the joystick. I like the standard square 8-way gate and even don’t mind the light tension springs for the NBA Jam but hate both in the MK. I put an octagonal gate on the one in the Mortal Kombat machine and love it. I plan on putting 4 lb tension springs in the MK cabinet and maybe 2 lb springs in the NBA Jam (just so it dosnt feel so cheap). As far as install goes, you have to be somewhat handy, but it’s pretty easy to install. You will want to take the metal plate off of your stock Arcade1up joystick and install it on your new sanwa. This way the screw holes match up and you don’t have to make a bunch of new holes. The other thing is this joystick comes with a 5 pin connector and the 1up has 8 wires soldered in. This is where you may spend a little extra time figuring it out. Basically, under your joystick, there are four switches/buttons (up, down, left, right). On the stock setup, each switch is connected to the control board with two wires (power and ground). To wire in the new joystick, you just have to use the included connecter and splice 5 wires. You will use the positive wire from each switch and connect to one of the four colored wires on the connecter. You can use just one of the old grounds and connect it to the black wire on the included connecter. You could solder the wires, but I just twisted and used heat shrink tubes and a heat gun. Electrical tape would work fine too. A little trial and error may be needed to have your directions correct if your like me, but the second time was a lot easier. Size wise the sanwa is about the same as the Arcade1up sticks so the only issues fitting should be able to be resolved by orienting the stick so the 5 pin connecter isn’t obstructed. I will try to add pictures if I do another one or when I do the springs. ## Features - (1) High quality Japan-made joystick by Sanwa. - (2) Suitable for control panels made of steel or plastic to a max. of 5mm thick. - (3) Solid spring and excellent 'Return to Center', Agile and precise, Firm construction and durable. - (4) Switchable Ball Top - variety of colors are available, Can be changed to 4 ways or 8 ways operation. - (5) Ideal to replace arcade / home console joystick for fighting style games and any joystick heavy games. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01CRQMWEQ | | Additional Features | Ergonomic | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,456 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #10 in PC Game Joysticks | | Brand | SANWA | | Brand Name | SANWA | | Button Quantity | 16 | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | PC, Windows | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Controller Type | Joystick | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,633 Reviews | | External Testing Certification | Não aplicável | | Hardware Platform | pc | | Item Dimensions | 0.79 x 0.79 x 0.39 inches | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 2.76"D x 3.74"W x 4.13"H | | Manufacturer | SANWA | | Manufacturer Part Number | JLF-TP-8YT-BLK | | Model Name | 691032142754 | | Model Number | JLF-TP-8YT | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | UPC | 745780332728 792165296915 723175842854 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** SANWA - **Compatible Devices:** PC, Windows - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Controller Type:** Joystick - **Model Name:** 691032142754 ## Images ![SANWA Black Joystick - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fQZC3T89L.jpg) ![SANWA Black Joystick - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61F0RXvOoCL.jpg) ![SANWA Black Joystick - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ercQzHMSL.jpg) ![SANWA Black Joystick - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41RymBEab1L.jpg) ![SANWA Black Joystick - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71irXud30JL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this compatible with the Mayflash F300?** A: Yes it is. And here's a video on how to install it. https://youtu.be/sLik621W9Bk I believe this controller comes with a cord that only has 1 connector plug. There may be some soldering involved. **Q: If this product does not come with the restrictor gate, how can I adjust to 4 & way?** A: this joystick come with a square gate. Ans it is 4 ways already. **Q: Why does it say made in china? And not in Sanwa box?** A: it's not made in China, it is made in Japan. please check the explanation that comes with product. not in Sanwa box? --> When we purchase, SANWA does not include color box. for the color box you see from internet. that's made by 3rd party. i doubt if they are Genuine or if they are authorized to do this. ours is the way when we got from SANWA. not extra work. only professional knows about this point. **Q: Can i use this sanwa joystick to replace cheap diy arcade kit with usb interface to use with raspberry pi 4?** A: The Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT is one of the most quality universal joystick available. So much so that there are many Sanwa clones. So to answer your question, yes, you can absolutely use this with a raspberry pi 4, though it won't be the only thing needed. You'll possibly need a different USB conversion kit, though the one you already have likely would work just fine. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Replacement for My MadCatz TE Joystick! *by H***S on April 26, 2025* I used the SANWA JLF-TP-8YT to replace the broken joystick in my MadCatz TE stick, and it worked perfectly. Installation was quick and easy, and it fit exactly like the original part without any issues. The quality feels identical to what came stock with the stick — smooth, responsive, and built to last. It restored my arcade stick back to the way it felt when it was brand new, which is exactly what I was hoping for. There wasn’t any improvement in performance because it’s essentially a direct replacement, but that’s exactly what I needed. Everything feels natural again, with clean inputs and reliable movement during gameplay. If you’re looking to fix a worn-out or broken stick, this is the exact part you want. Highly recommend it for anyone maintaining their MadCatz TE or similar arcade sticks! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Arcade1up replacement/upgrade *by P***L on December 10, 2020* Due to the issues with a joystick on both of my Arcade1up machines I have now put one of these in two different Arcade1up machines (Mortal Kombat and NBA Jam). They feel kind of similar to the stock sticks but there is certainly a quality difference. The clicking is a little quieter and less cheap sounding than the stock sticks in the Arcade1up cabinets. It comes set up as 8-way but can be switched to 4-way if u are using it for Pac-Man or something like that by adjusting the retainer on the bottom of the stick. It’s pretty easy to do but you have to take the control deck off to access the bottom of the joystick. I like the standard square 8-way gate and even don’t mind the light tension springs for the NBA Jam but hate both in the MK. I put an octagonal gate on the one in the Mortal Kombat machine and love it. I plan on putting 4 lb tension springs in the MK cabinet and maybe 2 lb springs in the NBA Jam (just so it dosnt feel so cheap). As far as install goes, you have to be somewhat handy, but it’s pretty easy to install. You will want to take the metal plate off of your stock Arcade1up joystick and install it on your new sanwa. This way the screw holes match up and you don’t have to make a bunch of new holes. The other thing is this joystick comes with a 5 pin connector and the 1up has 8 wires soldered in. This is where you may spend a little extra time figuring it out. Basically, under your joystick, there are four switches/buttons (up, down, left, right). On the stock setup, each switch is connected to the control board with two wires (power and ground). To wire in the new joystick, you just have to use the included connecter and splice 5 wires. You will use the positive wire from each switch and connect to one of the four colored wires on the connecter. You can use just one of the old grounds and connect it to the black wire on the included connecter. You could solder the wires, but I just twisted and used heat shrink tubes and a heat gun. Electrical tape would work fine too. A little trial and error may be needed to have your directions correct if your like me, but the second time was a lot easier. Size wise the sanwa is about the same as the Arcade1up sticks so the only issues fitting should be able to be resolved by orienting the stick so the 5 pin connecter isn’t obstructed. I will try to add pictures if I do another one or when I do the springs. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great arcade-grade joystick! *by K***O on October 9, 2025* This is a very good joystick for 4-8 way arcade consoles. I installed it in my DIY 412-in-1 vertical shooter cocktail table, and it works very well. Easy install to JAMMA harness. 4-to-8 way restrictor easy to switch during installation (remember to go easy on the tabs!) ## Frequently Bought Together - SANWA JLF-TP-8YT Joystick Black Original - for Arcade Jamma Game 4 & 8 Way Adjustable, Compatible with Catz Mad SF4 Tournament Joystick (Black Ball Top), Use for Arcade Game Machine Cabinet S@NWA - Hikig 5 Pcs/Lot 5Pin Cable for SANWA Joystick, Zero Delay USB Encoder, Mayflash F300 Joystick and 2.54mm Pitch Female to Female JST XH Adapter 20cm - SANWA GT-Y Upgraded Version – Model GTN-Y, Designed for JLF-TP-8YT Original Joysticks, 4 & 8-Way Adjustable Arcade Restrictor Gate, GT-Y Octagonal Restrictor Plate for JLF Joysticks --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47219490-sanwa-black-joystick](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/47219490-sanwa-black-joystick) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*