Joysticks

[JimmyD3]

Just upgraded from the Saitek X52 to the X55. I'm loving my X55 !!!!!!!!!

[The Fugitive]

Just upgraded from the Saitek X52 to the X55. I'm loving my X55 !!!!!!!!!

Can you buy just the joystick, or do you have to buy the throttle too?

[pipz]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure that even high res with the Oculus is worse than I can get with a 6k projector like the Titan HD:

That Titan HD looks awesome! If I ever hit the lottery I know what I would do with some of the funds! 

[iKo]

Can you buy just the joystick, or do you have to buy the throttle too?

Yes

[The Fugitive]

Thanks, I'll have to hunt around for that. I just replaced the hat on my CH set and it seems to be ok. It's one of the older versions so the quality is there, but I have been thinking of moving on to something else a bit more precise.

[Ratsy]

Fugi,

For a pan-pot set up, I would say that the X55 is at least as good as an 8-year old CH Fighterstick.  That said, all the normal hygiene is needed to keep both in good shape.  Dust and debris are killers.

If MFG (Crosswind rudder pedals) ever makes a stick and throttle (with Hall-effect sensors) I'm likely to be first in line.  Milan Simudza is a rock star, I think.

 

[JimmyD3]

Can you buy just the joystick, or do you have to buy the throttle too?

Not sure Fugi, I didn't notice that availability on the Saitek web site.

[The Fugitive]

Fugi,

For a pan-pot set up, I would say that the X55 is at least as good as an 8-year old CH Fighterstick.  That said, all the normal hygiene is needed to keep both in good shape.  Dust and debris are killers.

If MFG (Crosswind rudder pedals) ever makes a stick and throttle (with Hall-effect sensors) I'm likely to be first in line.  Milan Simudza is a rock star, I think.

 

The x55 as well as the thrustmaster T.16000m both have hall sensors, no more pan-pot stuff for these. The difference is the Thrustmaster stick is under $50 but being use to the CH stick with half a million buttons I think I would feel limited by the lack of buttons on it. The X55 looks nice, but my throttle is ok, even tho the one that comes with the X55 looks sweet! I hate spending $200 just to have a good spare laying around, especially seeing as I have never had an issue with my CH throttle. What are the odds I need a spare?

$50 or $200 is a big jump for some of us. 

[iKo]

The x55 as well as the thrustmaster T.16000m both have hall sensors, no more pan-pot stuff for these. The difference is the Thrustmaster stick is under $50 but being use to the CH stick with half a million buttons I think I would feel limited by the lack of buttons on it. The X55 looks nice, but my throttle is ok, even tho the one that comes with the X55 looks sweet! I hate spending $200 just to have a good spare laying around, especially seeing as I have never had an issue with my CH throttle. What are the odds I need a spare?

$50 or $200 is a big jump for some of us.

Would love to have the x55 throttle, its a split one. Hum maybe we can make a deal. 8)

[sparky127]

Surprised no one's recommended an MS Sidewinder yet..

[JunkyII]

My Christmas present to myself is an X55...had an X52 before my full CG setup which was great but it died. CH stuff needs constant re calibration so I figured it was time for a new stick and throttle. Kind of looking forward to trying out the dual throttle in a P38.

[Bino]

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If MFG (Crosswind rudder pedals) ever makes a stick and throttle (with Hall-effect sensors) I'm likely to be first in line.  Milan Simudza is a rock star, I think.
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^ this!   

[swinger]

I purchased  Thrustmaster HOTAS , like it a lot.

[Getback]

The x55 as well as the thrustmaster T.16000m both have hall sensors, no more pan-pot stuff for these. The difference is the Thrustmaster stick is under $50 but being use to the CH stick with half a million buttons I think I would feel limited by the lack of buttons on it. The X55 looks nice, but my throttle is ok, even tho the one that comes with the X55 looks sweet! I hate spending $200 just to have a good spare laying around, especially seeing as I have never had an issue with my CH throttle. What are the odds I need a spare?

$50 or $200 is a big jump for some of us.

I use the CH throttle and the Thrustmaster T1600. Seems a good combo especially with the all the buttons on the CH throttle.

[Ratsy]

The x55 as well as the thrustmaster T.16000m both have hall sensors, no more pan-pot stuff for these.

$50 or $200 is a big jump for some of us.

 
Fugi - You got me!  In irritation I went to check your facts on the Hall sensors in the X55.  Of course you are correct.  When I considered the X-55, it was less about the prime technology (pots v. Hall) and more about 'new' and perhaps the fact that I had just taken the CH Flight stick apart (3rd time) for cleaning and noticed 8-years of wear.  I also made the assumption that Hall Effect sensors would not be available in anything less than a Warthog (which I couldn't afford).  I am now even more pleased with the X55 and knowing I won't have to clean any pots.  Thanks for the correction and Merry Christmas!