Mk3 pad to mk6 and emulators.
First of all, I'd like to say hello to everyone! This is my first post and, above all, my first interaction here, to ask for help with Pump It Up.
After many years, I finally managed to get an original arcade machine; however, it's an MK3. I don't dislike it; on the contrary, it brings back many memories of when I started playing. But nowadays, as you know, it's a bit expensive to buy current versions like the Phoenix and its MK3.
I'd like to start a project that many of you have probably already done, or at least have some idea about that could help me.
Is there any way to convert the MK3 to an MK6? - Perhaps not convert it completely, but use the pads for an MK6.
From what little I've found online, it has an old port that's difficult to convert to PCI. I've searched online but haven't found anything.
Is there any way to convert the pads for MK6 Stepmania or similar simulators? - After some research, I found a solution using Piuio pico/clone, however, I don't have much experience with that.
I would be incredibly grateful to anyone who can help me!