Author Topic: I've got an early version of the X45..X52? (Read 282 times)

LePaul · « **on:** April 11, 2005, 08:17:41 PM »

How do you guys with X-52s like it?

My X-45 has about 1.5 inches of movement before it effects the direction of flight. I researched my serial number and its a very very early version.

I didnt get the extneded agreement, etc from Best Buy when I bought it. To be honest, its lasted 3 years, which is eternity for some of these flight sticks!

Eagler · « **Reply #1 on:** April 12, 2005, 07:25:58 AM »

your old X-45 sounds like my new X-52

it had so much play in it, I went and got another X-45

buttons/programming - X-52 wins, but for overall feel, I am sticking with the x45 until I can't find them on the store shelves anymore

streakeagle · « **Reply #2 on:** April 12, 2005, 07:30:44 AM »

X-36 USB was the best IMHO.
It was black and I had smoother control than with the X-45.
I could do without the shiny blue plate and glowing buttons of the X-45. I had to put tie wraps around the spring to get the X-45 to move a little smoother, but even with that modification, I do not have the finesse I had with the X-36.

All the stories I am hearing about the X-52 have stopped me from getting one.

spud2u · « **Reply #3 on:** April 12, 2005, 08:03:06 AM »

well i've read a lot of post about the x52 vs the x45.I've had the x52 now for about 4months and can only say i LOVE it. the feal is great,the programing is excellent and has been a excellent joy stick platform.

Ohio43 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 13, 2005, 11:43:55 AM »

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Originally posted by streakeagle
X-36 USB was the best IMHO.
It was black and I had smoother control than with the X-45.
I could do without the shiny blue plate and glowing buttons of the X-45. I had to put tie wraps around the spring to get the X-45 to move a little smoother, but even with that modification, I do not have the finesse I had with the X-36.

All the stories I am hearing about the X-52 have stopped me from getting one.

Tie raps, huh? Nice idea. Gave up on my X-45 cause it was too stiff. Might try that.
Oh, I also have a problem with the rudder being too sensitive and spikes as well (even after trying to adjust it in the mapping) I recently went to microsofts updater site and after a scan it mentioned an update to the X-45. Anyone have this prob and got it corrected with the update? I'd check, but Im at work atm

Cyan · « **Reply #5 on:** April 13, 2005, 12:17:30 PM »

I read every review before buying a stick....I almost went the CH way, but when I added up all I wanted I figured the Saitek sticks would keep me outta divorce court.

I played with both the X-45 and X-52. And decided on the 52. I haven't been disappointed yet.