The Art of Custom Pinball WizAprons
- Wizard Mod
- Jun 30
- 4 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
A Small Upgrade That Completely Changes the Playfield
The apron is one of the first things every player sees before launching the ball.
It's positioned directly between the player and the playfield, making it one of the most visible areas of every pinball machine.
Yet on many modern machines, especially Stern games, large sections of the apron are occupied by instruction cards, logos and information that most home collectors rarely need.
That's exactly why WizAprons have become one of our favourite pinball mods.
Instead of leaving this prominent area underused, WizAprons transform it into a natural extension of the playfield artwork, creating a much more immersive experience from the very first ball.
Extending the Artwork Where It Matters Most
Our philosophy has always been simple.
We don't replace great artwork.
We extend it.
Rather than introducing completely new designs, WizAprons continue the original artistic direction of the machine, filling unused areas with artwork that feels like it always belonged there.
The result is a playfield that feels richer, more complete and far more cohesive.
Designed for Modern Stern Pinball Machines
Modern Stern machines introduced Insider Connected, allowing players to log in simply by scanning a QR code.
For some collectors, that's a fantastic feature.
Others simply play at home and never use it.
That's why many of our WizAprons are available in two versions.
Our standard version completely covers the Insider Connected area, removing the bright white reader from view and creating a cleaner, uninterrupted piece of artwork.
For players who regularly use Insider Connected, we also offer our Insider Cut version.
A precisely cut opening allows the camera to continue reading QR codes perfectly while hiding most of the surrounding graphics and information, preserving both functionality and appearance.
Godzilla Shows Exactly What's Possible
One of the best examples is our Godzilla 70th Anniversary Premium WizApron.
The additional artwork blends naturally into Stern's original design while keeping the option to use Insider Connected through the Insider Cut version.
It's a subtle upgrade that dramatically improves one of the most visible areas of the machine.
Pokémon Proves That More Artwork Can Be Better
Some themes naturally benefit from extending the artwork as much as possible.
Pokémon is one of them.
The colourful world, vibrant characters and playful atmosphere continue beautifully across the apron, making the playfield feel even more alive.
Bringing Characters Closer to the Player
Some machines offer the perfect opportunity to make the artwork feel even more personal.
Our The Walking Dead Remastered WizAprons replace the factory apron with artwork that lets you choose which survivor stands beside Rick Grimes. Whether you prefer Daryl, Michonne or Negan, each version creates a completely different atmosphere while blending naturally with the machine's original artwork.
It's a unique upgrade that transforms one of the most visible areas of the playfield, and it's a feature you simply won't find anywhere else.
Storytelling Through Artwork
Some machines allow the apron to become part of the story itself.
Our Transformers WizAprons place the Autobots and Decepticons facing each other across the lower playfield, creating the feeling that the battle continues beyond the factory artwork.
Meanwhile, our King Kong WizApron extends the massive ancient wall surrounding Skull Island, making the lower part of the playfield feel like a seamless continuation of the adventure.
One of the Largest Collections Available
While apron mods exist for a handful of machines, we've taken the idea much further.
Wizard Mod offers one of the largest collections of custom WizAprons available, covering a huge range of Stern Spike 1, Spike 2 and Spike 3 machines across Pro, Premium and Limited Edition models.
Every design is created with the same philosophy: extend the artwork, preserve the original artistic vision and make every game feel even more immersive.
A Small Detail That Makes a Big Difference
The apron may not be the largest part of a pinball machine.
But it's one of the areas players see the most.
Whether you're covering unused instruction cards, hiding the Insider Connected reader, or simply extending incredible artwork, WizAprons offer one of the simplest ways to transform the appearance of your machine without altering its original identity.
Sometimes the smallest upgrades create the biggest visual impact.
Discover More Wizard Mod Collections
Custom pinball mods work best when they complement each other.
Explore our other Wizard Mod collections and discover even more ways to personalise your machine:
Together, these collections transform every visible part of your machine while preserving the original artwork that makes each pinball machine unique.
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