i finally got my drill bit i needed and modified my retrode 1 so it has the first of two controller ports :D
https://imgur.com/u3uudGm
https://imgur.com/LQo1eLf
now i can use an official snes controller with my retrode with no problems and i plan on adding the second when the the parts come.
im also planning on perhaps adding a power switch and an internal 5v to 3.3v board like i did with my cable
https://imgur.com/PS7bz7x
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