WaveBird Wireless Controller

WaveBird Wireless Controller

Platinum WaveBird Wireless Controller + receiver
Manufacturer	Nintendo
Type	Gamepad
Generation	Sixth generation
Lifespan	2002–2007[1]
Units sold	Unknown
Input	2 × analog sticks 2 × hybrid analog triggers/digital buttons 6 × digital buttons Digital D-Pad
Connectivity	2.4 GHz wireless RF
Power	2 × AA batteries
Dimensions	2.5 × 5.5 × 4 inches 65 × 140 × 100 mm
Mass	7.4 oz/210 g (with batteries) 5.8 oz/164 g (without batteries)

The WaveBird Wireless Controller (stylized as WAVEBIRD, commonly abbreviated as WaveBird or WaveBird controller) is a radio frequency-based wireless controller manufactured by Nintendo for use with the GameCube home video game console. Its name is a reference to Dolphin,^[2] the GameCube's codename during development.^[3] The WaveBird was available for purchase separately as well as in bundles with either Metroid Prime or Mario Party 4, which were exclusive to Kmart in the US.^{[4][better source needed]}