These will be easy to sell if such a thing ever happens. Not too worried about that.
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Super "NeoGAF Arcade Stick Thread" II TURBO
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These will be easy to sell if such a thing ever happens. Not too worried about that.
mdsfx
Member
Got it. Yeah that's true. Nothing like having to match some custom color
hitsugi
Member
You're probably right. I'm still hype anyway to be honest I've always wanted one of the VLX sticks but never had the opportunity to dive in
sixteen-bit
Member
Haha, yeah, that's kinda what I recall. I should probably expect a few week slip just to avoid being disappointed.
At the very least, it gives those of us who can't afford it now some hope there will be something possibly better or at least just as good down the line.
sixteen-bit
Member
Regarding the new VLX...
Good lookin' out!
Oh for sure, and at this price I definitely think people should be specific.
sixteen-bit
Member
Damn, I wish it was Diamond.
This is my stick now:
ayyy
Rice-Eater
Member
Anybody want to buy my VLX for $200 lol? The new one looks absolutely amazing and I must have it. I'm going to try and get rid of my old one to get this. It has some paint issues as well though. It is dual modded to work on PS3 and 360 so hopefully that will make it more appealing to potential buyers.
Damn, I wish it was Diamond.
This is my stick now:
Holy shit! And they want HOW much money for this!? Unacceptable. Straight up.
When has wiping a painted surface down with alcohol ever been an acceptable form of maintenance? I understand that the OG VLX's paint shouldn't strip so easily, but still...
Rice-Eater
Member
I just preordered the new VLX, now I have that and a Mad Catz TE2 on the way. And I'm not planning on canceling the TE2 pre order. What I am going to do is part ways with a couple of my older sticks. I'm going to try to sell my original VLX and Official EVO branded MCZ stick. The VLX has paint issues as well, I wanted to invest in getting art work and paint done to make it look brand new again. But the new VLX just looks so damn sexy that I'd rather just replace it with it then invest in pretty'ing up my old one. As for the EVO stick, I got it as a collectors item but honestly I never cared much for it. I opened it one time to use it and have never used it again since then.
If anybody is interested then PM me and I'll try to give you a good deal. My wife was OK with me getting the TE2, but I wasn't getting the new VLX unless I part ways with some of my older sticks. Which I have no problem with.
If anybody is interested then PM me and I'll try to give you a good deal. My wife was OK with me getting the TE2, but I wasn't getting the new VLX unless I part ways with some of my older sticks. Which I have no problem with.
Sorta Maximus
Member
Is it better to pre order from Hori USA or that other store?
shaunLEGEND
Member
Arcadeshock. They give you the option of double boxing, so the box it comes in can be preserved. That's important to collectors and really helps resale value.
Also, they allow canceling the preorder. I emailed to cancel my order after seeing all the people affected by the paint chipping in this very thread and they replied they would refund me in a bit.
How can you guys defend the paint chipping? That's just bad design.
Sorcerer Supreme
Member
The paint chipping thing really bothers me so I guess I'm back to waiting for the ps4/ps3 version of Hori's Fighting Edge stick.
SUPARSTARX
Member
If you have bad perspiration especially it's gonna fade onto your palms/hands.
My old red one had some fading on left hand side because I played it on my lap often.
My old red one had some fading on left hand side because I played it on my lap often.
Anyone good with Fiberglass? I picked up a second cab and the right side shattered when getting it in the door. I did use an epoxy to get it back together. Thinking about using Bondo to see if that will do the trick but if someone has an extra panel or replica id appreciate it.
Because I've had one for over a year and have had no problems. Because it's the best stick ever made.
Sorta Maximus
Member
I came to the same conclusion and ordered two from Arcade Shock double boxed with free FedEx. Hori's USA online store has no FedEX and no UPS. Anything else like the USPS is a nightmare. I just got a New 3DS XL today (28th) that shipped USPS on the 12th for example.
Granted the paint could be better. But it's metal. I can paint metal. I can't turn plastic into metal. It's much much harder to find a stick of this quality with all these features. Unless some custom stick maker pops up with dual PS3/PS4 sticks...
Padhack dualshocks actually work on ps3 as well, you just don't get the home button.
I thought about selling my vlx, but I want to have one of each.
Actually decided not to get rid of anything, lol.
Sorta Maximus
Member
Of course I just spent a small fortune on two Hori VLX Premium sticks. That's more than my PS4!! But I figure it's like a savings plan if I ever want to liquidate one.
Hellshingu
Member
Ugh I already put in my order the the Kai few weeks ago...
Tempted to cancel it and order one of these but I need a ps4 fight stick ASAP and I will probably just have this to keep in the box for collecting anyways. I hope they release a newer VLX in a year or two so I could justify spending that much.
Tempted to cancel it and order one of these but I need a ps4 fight stick ASAP and I will probably just have this to keep in the box for collecting anyways. I hope they release a newer VLX in a year or two so I could justify spending that much.
Rice-Eater
Member
Their value should definitely rise whenever these things are out into the wild and can't be found anywhere after the limited stock is sold. If I know this was coming I would have sold my old VLX months ago when the stock was still high.
I was too excited and pre ordered from Hori as soon as I could before looking at any other alternatives lol. I wish I had just in case I change my mind about this. In the end I doubt I will.
hi guys
im looking into buying an icad core or cabinet to hook my little galaxy tablet up and play some mame on it, is there anybody out here owning one of these and are they any good?
or should i steer away from them, and keep on using my psx1 namco stick with a ps2 to usb converter , a USB GO and meters of wires? Drives my gf insane every time i get them from the mancave..
im looking into buying an icad core or cabinet to hook my little galaxy tablet up and play some mame on it, is there anybody out here owning one of these and are they any good?
or should i steer away from them, and keep on using my psx1 namco stick with a ps2 to usb converter , a USB GO and meters of wires? Drives my gf insane every time i get them from the mancave..
MarkMan
loves Arcade Sticks
You can always order black/black OBSF-30 from Focus Attack: http://www.focusattack.com/sanwa-obsf-30mm-pushbuttons-black/
Bar81
Member
I like that they have a double box option - drives me crazy when VLXs are shipped as is.
hairypeckpeck
Member
Fuck! I forgot to click that option when I preordered.
I'll email them and see if they can still update the order.
Bar81
Member
They actually pimp it in the press release.
Does anyone here have experience with Hori Kuro buttons? I'm most familiar with Sanwas, but I have one of the new Kais on order and it comes with the Kuros. I took to Google and read a dozen or so comparisons and it seems that the Kuros can have a sticking/squeaking issue. I was a click away from ordering some Sanwas but think I'm going to force myself to at least give the Kuros a fair shake before doing so. I do like the idea of them being more "tactile" feeling that some have mentioned.
Does anyone like the Kuros? Has anyone modded them (filing/etc.) to eliminate sticking/squeaking/etc?
EDIT: I'm really looking forward to trying the Hayabusa.
Does anyone like the Kuros? Has anyone modded them (filing/etc.) to eliminate sticking/squeaking/etc?
EDIT: I'm really looking forward to trying the Hayabusa.
Hellshingu
Member
Anyone gotten any updates on their HRAP Kai pre-orders from amazon at all? Mines supposed to get here on the 3rd and I haven't even been charged yet.
FrankWza
Member
I havent. and also, that box is pretty big. does amazon ship with an outer box as well with something this size? I know they sonetimes dont if you buy a receiver from them.