Well, after roughly a week i can report that im quite happy with my X45.
Yes, the springs are pretty stiff, but thats just the way i like it. All sliders maxed out, deadband/damping to 0 it makes for a fine control.
Rocker rudder *is* hard to reach, but managable. Ive thought about mouting the throttle on a wooden plate with a slight inclination.
Also the base of the throttle isnt very stable, so i might just end up strapping them both to some sort of "construction" to put on my desk.
Schatzi
PS: Gian, im sorry i cant help with your stiffness problem
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