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Title: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 28, 2014, 01:11:29 PM
What joystick are you using ?  It well be fun to see what each person is using .
I am using a X52 throttle with a Saitek joystick and CH peddles .
                        What about you ?
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Mar on August 28, 2014, 05:45:48 PM
CH Fighterstick :rock

My hand has been glued to it since the day I got it 6 years ago.

I heard something about the company changing hands and the build quality might have become lower since I got mine, no idea if it's true though.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Lusche on August 28, 2014, 05:50:41 PM
X-52pro
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: guncrasher on August 28, 2014, 06:00:08 PM
CH Fighterstick :rock

My hand has been glued to it since the day I got it 6 years ago.

I heard something about the company changing hands and the build quality might have become lower since I got mine, no idea if it's true though.

3 joysticks i bought says it is true.


semp
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Drane on August 28, 2014, 06:03:57 PM
Thrustmaster T.16000M
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: The Fugitive on August 28, 2014, 06:20:08 PM
All CH products, and have had them for years.

(http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/maddogjoe_photos/desk1_zpsb2dd3366.jpg) (http://s266.photobucket.com/user/maddogjoe_photos/media/desk1_zpsb2dd3366.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Mar on August 28, 2014, 07:29:24 PM
3 joysticks i bought says it is true.


semp

Sad to hear. :(
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 28, 2014, 07:49:54 PM
All CH products, and have had them for years.

(http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/maddogjoe_photos/desk1_zpsb2dd3366.jpg) (http://s266.photobucket.com/user/maddogjoe_photos/media/desk1_zpsb2dd3366.jpg.html)
I think I am going to get me a set to go with my peddles .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: wpeters on August 28, 2014, 08:32:25 PM
Warthog Hotas         :D
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: pembquist on August 28, 2014, 09:37:35 PM
MSFF Sidewinder, CH Pedals, and blind groping at the keyboard.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: BaldEagl on August 29, 2014, 12:45:31 AM
Saitek AV8R.  Saitek ST-290 in the closet as a backup.  After burning through a half dozen or more Saitek sticks in a couple of years this one just won't break.

Next stick will be a Thrustmaster T-16000.

Prior stick was MS Sidewinder 3D Pro (lasted 13 years and was only retired because I built a computer without a joytstick port).
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Zerstorer on August 29, 2014, 12:46:53 AM
(http://forums.eagle.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=75719&d=1357787750)

Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: gewehr on August 29, 2014, 05:33:32 AM
X52 throttle (modded)
MSSW2ffb base with X52 handle
homemade button box running thru Bondar board
Saitek combat peds (soon to be replaced with a set of Crosswinds)
Obutto R3volution
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 29, 2014, 06:48:46 AM
(http://forums.eagle.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=75719&d=1357787750)


Your pulling my leg ?
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Masherbrum on August 29, 2014, 07:06:30 AM
CH Fighterstick
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: caldera on August 29, 2014, 07:31:45 AM
Atari 2600 HOTAS:

(http://i343.photobucket.com/albums/o460/caldera_08/controllers.jpg~original) (http://s343.photobucket.com/user/caldera_08/media/controllers.jpg.html)

I may end up modding it like the Super Fat King Cobra.  :joystick:
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: MrRiplEy[H] on August 29, 2014, 08:29:17 AM
Atari 2600 HOTAS:

(http://i343.photobucket.com/albums/o460/caldera_08/controllers.jpg~original) (http://s343.photobucket.com/user/caldera_08/media/controllers.jpg.html)

I may end up modding it like the Super Fat King Cobra.  :joystick:


I'd like to see you use that stick with one hand! AFAIR it's a two hands on stiffy.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Zerstorer on August 29, 2014, 09:03:49 AM
Your pulling my leg ?

  :lol

Yeah... That's not a real stick but photoshopprd of a real one that DOES have all the dials and buttons on the base.... russian company called VKB.



I do, however, use something close... VKB Fat Black Mamba with the Thrustmaster Warthog handle (via an adapter).

(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSnhX9THgkle6ws7pKgVMFJMrUk1F_xm6xa5aA9R76iKXUT1HjDJKYq7W9E)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 29, 2014, 10:31:58 AM


I do, however, use something close... VKB Fat Black Mamba with the Thrustmaster Warthog handle (via an adapter).

(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSnhX9THgkle6ws7pKgVMFJMrUk1F_xm6xa5aA9R76iKXUT1HjDJKYq7W9E)

That look's like a cool stick . I got to get a new one but just can't decide on what I want .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Ack-Ack on August 29, 2014, 07:00:02 PM
CH Combat Stick, CH Pro Throttle and CH Pro Pedals.

ack-ack
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Lab Rat 3947 on August 29, 2014, 09:54:05 PM
Started out with a Logitech 3D Pro.
When it got sloppy and lost two buttons I bought a second one and used the first as a throttle; and other things.
Next I bought a CH Pro Throttle to replace #1, my poorman's throttle.  :banana:
Saitek Combat Pro Foot Pedals came next. :banana: I liked the wider stance they have over the CH pedals. I'm 6'4" with a size 13 foot.
Then a CH Fightertick to replace #2 3D Pro stick. :banana:
One piece at a time; somewhere along the line I also added a TrackIR5 with Pro Clip.    :old:

LtngRydr  

P.S. I modified a Rodger Doger Aviation PVC simpit design to hold it.
P.P.S. If you are not familiar with Rodger Dodger Aviation, I advise people to check it out.

http://www.rogerdodger.net/ (http://www.rogerdodger.net/)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 30, 2014, 03:20:36 PM
 :aok :salute
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Bizman on August 30, 2014, 04:23:36 PM
I've always been on the cheaper side... After a couple of Logitechs I got the Thrustmaster TopGun Afterburner, the predecessor of the TM HotasX. Was happy with it until I was let to try the T16000M. Now I'm using the Afterburner as throttle only and the 16000 for stick. I have a Saitek R440 wheel whose pedals I used to use until I finally invested to the Saitek Pro Flight Rudder Pedals. The only thing I can think about to alter would be modifying the stick part of the Afterburner into a box of buttons, but since it's still fully intact I've been hesitating to rebuild it.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: ebfd11 on August 30, 2014, 09:33:24 PM
Right now I am using the X 55 Rhino but for a long time I was using a Thrustmaster cougar with the magnet mod and a X65 throttle. Had no problems with the earlier just wanted a good full setup with the Saitek Pro pedals I have.

LawnDart
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: JunkyII on August 30, 2014, 09:37:13 PM
CH Combat Stick, CH Pro Throttle and CH Pro Pedals.

ack-ack
Same
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 31, 2014, 04:54:40 AM
 :aok
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: WEZEL on August 31, 2014, 07:15:26 AM
Up until last week I was using a CH gear, must have been the new generation stuff because I had nothing but problems with the stick and then the throttle started to act up so they are now shelved, still using the pedals for now.

I sold a lung and went with the Warthog, so far I have been very impressed with them and the software, the stick is a little stiff but I am getting use to it.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: -ammo- on August 31, 2014, 08:18:03 AM
CH Fighterstick, CH Pro Throttle, and CH Pro Pedals.  Great equipment that gives me little trouble.  The only issue I have had is with the throttle becoming "uncalibrated" too often. 
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on August 31, 2014, 10:36:56 AM
Good stuff men . Very cool to see what people are using .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: JunkyII on August 31, 2014, 01:24:29 PM
CH Fighterstick, CH Pro Throttle, and CH Pro Pedals.  Great equipment that gives me little trouble.  The only issue I have had is with the throttle becoming "uncalibrated" too often. 
My issue is the stick becoming un calibrated.....I think I need a powered USB hub
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Pudgie on August 31, 2014, 03:58:19 PM
CH Combat Stick, CH Pro Throttle and CH Pro Pedals.

ack-ack

What Ack-Ack said......................... ............
I have & use this exact CH set up & have had it for a LONG time......circa 2001 to date.

 :salute
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: JimmyD3 on August 31, 2014, 04:24:15 PM
Saitek X52 Throttle and Joystick, with CH Pedals. Pedals are new, having a hard time getting used to them. :pray
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: BaldEagl on August 31, 2014, 11:35:21 PM
Atari 2600 HOTAS:

(http://i343.photobucket.com/albums/o460/caldera_08/controllers.jpg~original) (http://s343.photobucket.com/user/caldera_08/media/controllers.jpg.html)

I may end up modding it like the Super Fat King Cobra.  :joystick:


What do you use the extra button for?
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 01, 2014, 03:25:12 AM
Saitek X52 Throttle and Joystick, with CH Pedals. Pedals are new, having a hard time getting used to them. :pray
Took me around four months to get use to mine .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: caldera on September 01, 2014, 07:16:53 PM
What do you use the extra button for?

Nothing at the moment but it's nice to have a spare in case the other one breaks.   :)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flossy on September 02, 2014, 02:10:29 AM
Warthog HOTAS, with Saitek Pro Pedals and TrackIR.  :D
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: JimmyD3 on September 02, 2014, 02:26:51 PM
All CH products, and have had them for years.

(http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/maddogjoe_photos/desk1_zpsb2dd3366.jpg) (http://s266.photobucket.com/user/maddogjoe_photos/media/desk1_zpsb2dd3366.jpg.html)

Fugi, how do you keep your chair from moving when you use the pedals?
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Warmongo on September 02, 2014, 02:37:49 PM
Fugi, how do you keep your chair from moving when you use the pedals?

I use a rubber mat for both pedals and chair. :)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Gman on September 02, 2014, 03:40:55 PM
I always circle back to CH for AH. I just find that the stick and it's easy resistance free movement is the fastest and most precise for me, in a game where gunfighting and precision/accuracy is of paramount importance.  For other stuff, such as DCS, I usually run my Warthog setup.  I still haven't tried the x55, but I hear good things, and for the price it doesn't seem too bad at all.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: ebfd11 on September 02, 2014, 06:06:12 PM
(http://www.mediafire.com/convkey/906a/aussojcksa1fv2o6g.jpg) (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?aussojcksa1fv2o)

My Old setup

Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 02, 2014, 09:38:15 PM
(http://www.mediafire.com/convkey/906a/aussojcksa1fv2o6g.jpg) (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?aussojcksa1fv2o)

My Old setup


Very nice .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: SilverZ06 on September 03, 2014, 08:25:08 AM
one of these:
(http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/sc_b00006b84x-01productside.jpg)

one of these:
(http://www.mln.com.au/img/files/4916/pro-flight-rudder-pedal-2.jpg)

and two of these:
(http://www.simflight.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/saitek_throttle_pro_quadrant.jpg)

and three monitors
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/t31.0-8/1075509_10200446567990777_1506213212_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: JUDAS on September 03, 2014, 08:50:59 AM
Saitek X52 Throttle and Joystick, with CH Pedals. Pedals are new, having a hard time getting used to them. :pray

But when you do get used to them..... :rock
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: dmdchief on September 04, 2014, 09:41:19 AM
http://forums.eagle.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=75719&d=1357787750
I would be so confused I would shoot myself. LOL
I use ch fighterstick (the 2nd one after wearing out the one that I won at the Indy con), ch throttle, and Saitek rudder pedals (my ch pedals got crushed in the truck when I flew from the 18 wheeler)
I am going to have to buy another ch fighterstick as this one is wearing out and the throttle is wearing out now but it is circa 2002 so it is time.

salute
Frank Williams
ab8aac/dmdchief
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Ratsy on September 04, 2014, 10:44:49 AM
CH trio is my primary.  No trouble in 6.5 years except a dirty pan pot in the throttle a few weeks ago.  Blew it out and it's now fine.  I highly recommend the fighterstick pro-throttle and pedals.  I am not using the programming software because Aces High does it better internally (IMHO).

I recently bought an X-55 Rhino.  I've only used it for a couple of weeks but I really like it.  I'm not so keen on the Saitek's gimbal spring design (joystick) as I've had smoothness issues in their earlier sticks.  We'll see how this one works over time.  I am probably goofy, but I like the programming software for the stick and it works very well in Aces High.

 :salute
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Bruv119 on September 04, 2014, 06:58:04 PM
CH Fighterstick :rock

My hand has been glued to it since the day I got it 6 years ago.

I heard something about the company changing hands and the build quality might have become lower since I got mine, no idea if it's true though.

Had to replace my CH combatstick (6 years) the right Hat Switch went dodgy.  The new stick seems very sensitive and calibration doesn't seem as accurate as the old sweat encrusted one.   Still going to get around to opening the old one up and replacing that hat.  Todo list is getting longer and time shorter,  guess that happens when you get older   :D.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Gman on September 04, 2014, 08:04:48 PM
You know, I've heard that from several people, and Semp the most often, that newer more recent builds of CH stuff has been a little flaky.  That's concerning hearing it yet again from Bruv the FPH, who is also a long time CH supporter.  Any more feedback or intel you can give regarding the new stick and problems with it?
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: guncrasher on September 04, 2014, 08:47:38 PM
the problem with all my ch fighterstick going back about 4 years is that they will lose calibration in a battle.  it happened to me often enough to where I wish the achievement had been available back then.


I got  the x-55 rhino and have yet to lose calibration.  keep in mind that I have always used a self-powered hub.


semp
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: XxDaSTaRxx on September 05, 2014, 09:36:57 PM
(http://forums.eagle.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=75719&d=1357787750)


X-55 in a nutshell.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: FLOOB on September 06, 2014, 12:10:53 AM
Microsoft Sidewinder.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: McShark on September 06, 2014, 05:13:01 AM
Started on a laptop with a ... errrr ... dunno dont remember cheapo stick.

Went CH stick and pedals in 2003

Switched to Thrustmaster Warthog this year in May and love it. Have a set of Slaw pedals on order to replace the CH pedals.

Use a single 46 inch screen made by Samsung. Will get a new puter end of year..... after new grafix release.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 06, 2014, 11:52:15 AM
Microsoft Sidewinder.
I wish I still had one . Mine finely ware out and I sent the power cord to Tec .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Zerstorer on September 06, 2014, 01:46:50 PM
I wish I still had one . Mine finely ware out and I sent the power cord to Tec .

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-PC-Sidewinder-Precision-Pro-Joystick-X03-57540-Game-Controller-USB-/161409248376?pt=US_Video_Game_Controllers&hash=item2594bdac78 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-PC-Sidewinder-Precision-Pro-Joystick-X03-57540-Game-Controller-USB-/161409248376?pt=US_Video_Game_Controllers&hash=item2594bdac78)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 08, 2014, 10:03:25 AM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-PC-Sidewinder-Precision-Pro-Joystick-X03-57540-Game-Controller-USB-/161409248376?pt=US_Video_Game_Controllers&hash=item2594bdac78 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-PC-Sidewinder-Precision-Pro-Joystick-X03-57540-Game-Controller-USB-/161409248376?pt=US_Video_Game_Controllers&hash=item2594bdac78)
Right on . Hope it's still their by the time I put some money on my card .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Zerstorer on September 08, 2014, 10:07:06 AM
Right on . Hope it's still their by the time I put some money on my card .

There are several others up on eBay so you should be good.  This one was one of the cheaper ones.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Brooke on September 08, 2014, 10:32:08 PM
CH Products stick and pedals.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: katanaso on September 08, 2014, 10:37:54 PM
You know, I've heard that from several people, and Semp the most often, that newer more recent builds of CH stuff has been a little flaky.  That's concerning hearing it yet again from Bruv the FPH, who is also a long time CH supporter.  Any more feedback or intel you can give regarding the new stick and problems with it?

My latest CH stick is also not up to par with the last two that I've owned.  If I center the trim wheels, the stick will never achieve proper calibration through Windows (CH Manager) or AH.  It's been that way for over a year, so I just deal with the annoyance, but it was a disappointment after not having issues with the other CH sticks over the years.

Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: GhostCDB on September 10, 2014, 12:24:58 AM
Primary : Microsoft Sidewinder Precision Pro
Back-Up : CH Products
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Zerstorer on September 11, 2014, 12:01:22 AM
Right on . Hope it's still their by the time I put some money on my card .

BTW...I do have a Precision Pro 2 I've kept around packed up.  I pulled it out this morning and she still works great. 

I'll sell it pretty cheap if you want it.  Just let me know.
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 12, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
BTW...I do have a Precision Pro 2 I've kept around packed up.  I pulled it out this morning and she still works great. 

I'll sell it pretty cheap if you want it.  Just let me know.
Mite have to take you up on that .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Zerstorer on September 12, 2014, 12:37:23 PM
Mite have to take you up on that .

It's up on eBay (I'm trying to clean out the stuff I have laying about....the wife is getting cranky about it).  Here's the link:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/191325782659?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/191325782659?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649)
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 12, 2014, 01:09:32 PM
It's up on eBay (I'm trying to clean out the stuff I have laying about....the wife is getting cranky about it).  Here's the link:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/191325782659?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/191325782659?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649)
Ok , Cool . Thanks for the link .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: FLOOB on September 12, 2014, 09:49:11 PM
I wish I still had one . Mine finely ware out and I sent the power cord to Tec .
Power cord?
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 14, 2014, 12:18:24 PM
Power cord?

Yeah mine was to far gone so I could not use it any more .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: SilverZ06 on September 14, 2014, 12:57:23 PM
Power cord?

force feedback versions had a power cord.  :joystick:
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: Flench on September 14, 2014, 04:32:33 PM
MSFF2 did . I know what I sent , lol .
Title: Re: Joystick's - What are you using ?
Post by: save on September 15, 2014, 06:38:10 PM
TM Warthog, I'm very happy with it.