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[Metallicaner]

I really like the Saitek Cyborg Gold 3D but it appears they've stopped manufacturing it, so is it any joysticks that can be compared with the Cyborg gold's specs`? Like easy handle and so on

[Metallicaner]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Metallicaner:
I really like the Saitek Cyborg Gold 3D but it appears they've stopped manufacturing it, so is it any joysticks that can be compared with the Cyborg gold's specs`? Like easy handle and so on <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> The Saitek ST290, how is that one?

[TgD Thunderbolt56]

Not sure what you mean by "easy handle", but I highly recommend the CH family of controllers. One complaint some have is that the centering springs are quite light.

The precision, quality, and durability though are second to none.

TB

[Metallicaner]

Hmm, I was thinking of the stick itself, I do not like hard ones like f.ex the Saitek EVO, burn much softer ones like the good old Cyborg gold 3D

[LuckyBoy1]

CH Fighterstick USB and pedals. I wish I could advise a cheaper alternative.

[von-zombie]

I just recently bought a Logitech 3D Extreme and love it. Most everyone on this board slams 'em but so far it's been way better than my Saitek Evo ever was. I really like the solid planted base of this new stick,I no longer need to hold it to the table top w/my free hand like the Evo.

[Tully__]

The nearest equivalent to the Cyborg series is the Saitek EVO (these are Saitek's replacement for the Cyborg's) which are a popular choice.

If you have a budget that can cope with CH Products, go for those. They seem to provide the longest life per dollar of any brand used by members here.

For the moment stear clear of Logitech. While a nice stick when new, there seem to be more reliability issues for these than any other brand.

For more information on my views, click the "Joysticks..." link under my signature picture and read the "Choosing a controller...." section.

[Codex1971]

The most interesting thing I have found in making my decision for buying a new stick was the mechanisms used inside. Logitech are good but they use old fashion resistor pots which after a while wear out as they use friction to measure movement.

Microsoft made the best sticks IMO as they used optical sensors to measure movement which lasts for ever and has a higher degree of sensativity.

I have recently found out that the new Saitek X52 HOTAS uses magnets which is also a more precise method.= and for the price is what I'm leaning too at the moment.

When buying a new stick I'd do a little research and stay clear of the traditional resistor pot type sticks.

[Metallicaner]

I used to have the Evo non-FFB but sold it because It was way too hard and the plane responded as soon as you touched the stick, but I've just ordered the EVO WITH FFB with a hope to adjust the hardness

[Codex1971]

One thing I forgot was also say that one of the most important decisions you should look at is on how does it feel...I have had a go on a x45 using PF and didn't mind it...so I'm waiting till my house is built to get an x52 with my next upgrade.