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product_id: 38252011
title: "eXtremeRate Red Shadow Soft Touch Replacement Faceplate Front Shell for Xbox One Elite Controller Model 1698 with Thumbstick Accent Rings - Controller NOT Included"
brand: "extremerate"
price: "₱2177"
currency: PHP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "E Xtreme Rate"
url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/38252011-extremerate-red-shadow-soft-touch-replacement-faceplate-front-shell-xbox
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# Perfect fit for Xbox One Elite 1698 Soft-touch anti-slip Shadow Red finish Includes full install kit & tools eXtremeRate Red Shadow Soft Touch Replacement Faceplate Front Shell for Xbox One Elite Controller Model 1698 with Thumbstick Accent Rings - Controller NOT Included

**Brand:** extremerate
**Price:** ₱2177
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Upgrade your game with style and grip that commands attention!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** eXtremeRate Red Shadow Soft Touch Replacement Faceplate Front Shell for Xbox One Elite Controller Model 1698 with Thumbstick Accent Rings - Controller NOT Included by extremerate
- **How much does it cost?** ₱2177 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- extremerate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted extremerate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Installation Kit:** Everything you need included—T8H screwdriver, pry tool, screws & thumbstick rings for a seamless upgrade.
- • **Customizable Accent Rings:** Add a pop of personality with included thumbstick rings—stand out in every lobby and stream.
- • **DIY Upgrade with Pro Tips:** Installation requires basic mod skills; follow expert video guides to transform your controller like a pro.
- • **Elite-Level Compatibility:** Specifically engineered for Xbox One Elite Controller Model 1698—no compromises on fit or function.
- • **Premium Soft-Touch Finish:** Silky smooth, sweat-resistant matte texture that elevates grip and style during marathon gaming sessions.

## Overview

The eXtremeRate Red Shadow Soft Touch Replacement Faceplate is a precision-crafted front shell designed exclusively for the Xbox One Elite Controller Model 1698. Made from durable ABS with a matte, anti-slip soft-touch finish, it includes all necessary tools and thumbstick accent rings for a full DIY upgrade. This faceplate enhances grip comfort and adds a bold red aesthetic, perfect for gamers seeking both performance and standout style.

## Description

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Review: Pretty and Functional - I purchased this and installed it on 03/18/2021. I will follow up on this on 09/18/2021 to let you know how the fit and finish hold up, especially the finish because these have a reputation for beginning to flake after a certain point. Picture from 3/18 included, will include a 9/18 pic when I re-review. Fit and finish are great, screws in and installs nicely, acceptably, but not perfectly, in spec, alignment is acceptable. I can confirm what everyone else says, there is a gap. Durability will be discussed in my 6 month follow up. If I follow up earlier than that it is because the paint job and texture failed faster than that. If this does fail, I will go into detail about approximately how many hours they were used, what type of game, the size of the hands using them, all that stuff. But hopefully that doesn't happen. About other comments.... SO, I decided I was going to completely take this sucker apart to CLEAN it because some of the buttons were sticking and I wanted to know why. So: 1) For the love of christ washing your hands before you play with a controller. the buttons stick because so much gunk from your hands and other environmental debris accumulates in the button area of the controller. I wiped the rubber gasket and the buttons down liberally with 90% isopropyl alcohol (INDIVIDUAL PIECES DO NOT POUR LIQUID ONTO YOUR CONTROLLER). I removed so much gunk it nearly grossed me out. 2)SO, that being said, as far as buttons being recessed, the fit not being functional, etc etc etc. That might be the case. I've only installed one of these. But on mine, I deep cleaned every button as well as the rubber gasket cradle the buttons sit in, and cleaned all the contact points between this new shell, the screws, and the controller, and yes, there is a gap, but the buttons were elevated just fine, the bumpers and triggers work fine, the profile button works same as before, and it's very pretty. 3) Will follow up with a pic in 6 months to let you know if the finish held up.
Review: Brought New Life to My Elite Controller - I’ve been using the same original Elite controller since 2017. I really like it, mostly due to the removable battery pack and ability to use Scuf paddles that fit where the battery door is that isn’t compatible with the new Elite controllers. Unfortunately, the soft touch material on the faceplate is becoming sticky and holds lint and dust that won’t easily wipe off. I was looking for a replacement faceplate and this one stood out by far. I was hesitant about going with a new color scheme over black but it looks incredibly good. The texture feels great too, it isn’t soft touch but it has just enough texture to it to not feel like a cheap, glossy plastic. I watched a few teardowns on YouTube and decided to slightly file down the standoffs on the new faceplate to hopefully help the faceplate sit slightly lower so the buttons still stick out as much as they did with the factory faceplate. So far it feels about the same as the original but I have noticed a few areas where the dimensions aren’t perfect and it sticks out a bit at the bottom, but I will take that over the sticky and worn old faceplate. I also added a little foam bumper underneath the faceplate by the profile slider as it was slightly loose and rattled around and that fixed the issue. Great product for the money, and I hope to get as many years out of this faceplate as I did the original one. Highly recommended for anyone still using the original Elite controller.

## Features

- Compatibility Models: Compatible with Xbox One Elite controller (Model 1698); Not compatible with standard Xbox One, Xbox One X & Xbox One S and Xbox One Elite series 2 controller
- Fits Perfectly: Fit the best by far; Completely fits flush on all side; Sit properly on all the clips
- Package Includes: 1* Xbox One Elite controller faceplate shell; 1* T8H screwdriver; 1* Pry tool; 5* screws; 2* Accent rings. (Important: The Xbox One Elite controller, tools and other parts are not included)
- Installation Skills Required: Required customers to take apart the xbox one elite controller to install this front housing shell; Required customers handy with controller modifications; Get installation video guide on Youtobe by searching “Extremerate Elite Shell”
- Personalized Feature: The shadow red color looks great; Great smooth grip, soft in hand and feels silky; Anti slip, sweat free for a long period game playing

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B071CLCQW3 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,497 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #138 in Xbox One Faceplates, Protectors & Skins |
| Brand | eXtremeRate |
| Color | Shadow Red |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,693 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
| Finish | Matte |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Hardware Platform | Xbox One |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 6.1"W x 4.53"H |
| Item Weight | 1.2 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Extremerate |
| Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
| Mfr Part Number | XOEP004 |
| Model Number | XOEP004 |
| Product Dimensions | 6.1"W x 4.53"H |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** eXtremeRate
- **Color:** Chrome Gold
- **Finish Type:** Metallic
- **Hardware Platform:** Xbox One
- **Material:** Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Plastic

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty and Functional
*by K***R on March 19, 2021*

I purchased this and installed it on 03/18/2021. I will follow up on this on 09/18/2021 to let you know how the fit and finish hold up, especially the finish because these have a reputation for beginning to flake after a certain point. Picture from 3/18 included, will include a 9/18 pic when I re-review. Fit and finish are great, screws in and installs nicely, acceptably, but not perfectly, in spec, alignment is acceptable. I can confirm what everyone else says, there is a gap. Durability will be discussed in my 6 month follow up. If I follow up earlier than that it is because the paint job and texture failed faster than that. If this does fail, I will go into detail about approximately how many hours they were used, what type of game, the size of the hands using them, all that stuff. But hopefully that doesn't happen. About other comments.... SO, I decided I was going to completely take this sucker apart to CLEAN it because some of the buttons were sticking and I wanted to know why. So: 1) For the love of christ washing your hands before you play with a controller. the buttons stick because so much gunk from your hands and other environmental debris accumulates in the button area of the controller. I wiped the rubber gasket and the buttons down liberally with 90% isopropyl alcohol (INDIVIDUAL PIECES DO NOT POUR LIQUID ONTO YOUR CONTROLLER). I removed so much gunk it nearly grossed me out. 2)SO, that being said, as far as buttons being recessed, the fit not being functional, etc etc etc. That might be the case. I've only installed one of these. But on mine, I deep cleaned every button as well as the rubber gasket cradle the buttons sit in, and cleaned all the contact points between this new shell, the screws, and the controller, and yes, there is a gap, but the buttons were elevated just fine, the bumpers and triggers work fine, the profile button works same as before, and it's very pretty. 3) Will follow up with a pic in 6 months to let you know if the finish held up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brought New Life to My Elite Controller
*by J***G on June 10, 2024*

I’ve been using the same original Elite controller since 2017. I really like it, mostly due to the removable battery pack and ability to use Scuf paddles that fit where the battery door is that isn’t compatible with the new Elite controllers. Unfortunately, the soft touch material on the faceplate is becoming sticky and holds lint and dust that won’t easily wipe off. I was looking for a replacement faceplate and this one stood out by far. I was hesitant about going with a new color scheme over black but it looks incredibly good. The texture feels great too, it isn’t soft touch but it has just enough texture to it to not feel like a cheap, glossy plastic. I watched a few teardowns on YouTube and decided to slightly file down the standoffs on the new faceplate to hopefully help the faceplate sit slightly lower so the buttons still stick out as much as they did with the factory faceplate. So far it feels about the same as the original but I have noticed a few areas where the dimensions aren’t perfect and it sticks out a bit at the bottom, but I will take that over the sticky and worn old faceplate. I also added a little foam bumper underneath the faceplate by the profile slider as it was slightly loose and rattled around and that fixed the issue. Great product for the money, and I hope to get as many years out of this faceplate as I did the original one. Highly recommended for anyone still using the original Elite controller.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff.
*by M***V on September 16, 2018*

First off it looks fantastic and significantly nicer than the photo. It’s feels every bit as good as the original and as far as I can tell fits just as well. In the package you get the faceplate, a screwdriver for the special screws, and a new set of black screws. I did find the screwdriver handle small and not terribly comfortable so I used my own set but it will do if you don’t have your own. I’m also not really sure why there’s an extra set of screws. They’re not visible to begin with so having them in black doesn’t really serve a purpose imo. Nice to have if you lost one of yours I guess. Also to anyone complaining about they’re being no prying tool like in the video you need to stop. You can easily pry the grips off with your fingers.

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