NeoGAF Arcade Stick Thread
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hikarutilmitt
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You don't need a Cthulhu! If you install one into the stick you also need to install a switch or an imp board. This is why you order a ChimpSMD (same site, since Toodles is the creator of all the boards mentioned so far and it's his site) and don't need to do any soldering whatsoever.
notworksafe
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sixteen-bit
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Any idea where I can order the new Seimitsu LB-35 and PS-15 colors?
ipitydatfu
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theres new colors?
sixteen-bit
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http://www.seimitsu.co.jp/newpage8.html#PS-15灰
At the bottom. If that light blue is closer to turquoise it's mine.
MarkMan
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sixteen-bit
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Is the light blue close to turquoise?
Got my SCV MC Stick a couple days ago. I really like it! Just gotta replace those ugly colored buttons with translucent red/blue ones, dual-mod that sucker and we're all set. Very happy with it. I won't bother posting pics since like 2 or 3 others already have. You get the idea. 
The box art is awesome, btw.
Also, I ordered a Tekken Hybrid TE this morning. I'm a really huge Tekken fan, (Tekken tattoo even) so I had to have this. Really looking forward to getting it. I'll post pics once it arrives.
The box art is awesome, btw.Also, I ordered a Tekken Hybrid TE this morning. I'm a really huge Tekken fan, (Tekken tattoo even) so I had to have this. Really looking forward to getting it. I'll post pics once it arrives.
sixteen-bit
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I'll let you be the judge...
Looks really dark. Considering camera and monitor variations, do you have any light blue Sanwa for some side-by-sides? That's probably the best way to assess the color.
If they've kept you waiting, do one of the following:
-Call them up. They have outstanding customer service. Ask whats taking so long. They may resolve the problem right then and there.
-Cancel the order and get one from Buy.com. I ordered from them (via eBay) and got mine in 2 days with express shipping for just $5. That was on Monday, so I've had it for 2 days now.
arcadeshop.de has them listed.
http://www.arcadeshop.de/Seimitsu-Buttons-Seimitsu-PS-15-blue_742.html
sixteen-bit
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thank you sir.
Selling the Ps3 one (not playing on Psn anymore) and getting a Vewlix for the 360 in a few days
Is that one of the limited ones, or is that a custom design? Also, what method are you using to sell it? Ebay, craigslist, shoryuken, etc.? I might be interested if its one of the limited ones.
sixteen-bit
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Well their policy on the page for the stick says "Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks".
What's shipping like at the official MadCatz website?
Edit: Seems Amazon got in one more PS3 MLG Stick and it should be here next week. The status says "shipping soon" so we'll see...
Cool, thanks for the heads up! Waiting for it to drop a little in price and finally ordered one myself.
tiggerkiddo
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Stupid question but is there a limited supply of the MadCatz SCV sticks? I'd love to buy one for the 360 but I'm waiting for a few things on ebay to sell before I do.
And I figured I should post a pic of my stick...love how easy it is to customize them. Thanks MM!
And I figured I should post a pic of my stick...love how easy it is to customize them. Thanks MM!
sixteen-bit
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What kind of balltop is that? It's not as bubbly as the translucent Seimitsu ones...
tiggerkiddo
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It's actually a custom one I bought off SRK. Even though I like the sparkly ball...I think I'll go with something that matches with the buttons.
And I guess I could be a bit more specific in my question and ask just how limited are the SCV sticks, hopefully there will be more then the first run of those SFvT ones.
And I guess I could be a bit more specific in my question and ask just how limited are the SCV sticks, hopefully there will be more then the first run of those SFvT ones.
MarkMan said it was an open production. Not numbered or limited, necessarily, but if they need to produce more as demand is seen they can do another run.
It is an ugly, ugly stick. I'm gonna buy one.
NeoGIF
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Indeed. I dropped my order with Amazon and went with Buy.com instead.
Is the Hori Officially Licensed Real Arcade Pro V3 SA worth getting?
I'm not looking for mods or customizations of any kind, as I'm new to having my own arcade sticks.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004TECRGS/
I'm not looking for mods or customizations of any kind, as I'm new to having my own arcade sticks.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004TECRGS/
Yeah, that's a good stick. The "SA" in V3 SA stands for Sanwa, a company popular for making arcade parts in Japan that are reliable and long-lasting (they need to work in actual arcades, after all). Any stick with Sanwa or Seimitsu (Sanwa's direct competitor) parts is quality.
Sanwa vs. Seimitsu usually comes down to preference, but Sanwa buttons are more sensitive. I like to rest my fingers on the buttons so my stick has Seimitsu. They're both well made though.
sixteen-bit
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Yep. I love mine.
Yup. It's awesome. Been loving mine far more than I thought. The regular Amazon site has more reviews: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0041SGD44/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I think the only thing I don't particularly care for is the lack of a plexi. Which I am in the process of fixing right now...
dragonlife
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Ooooh. $150. Gonna have to keep my eyes peeled. I wanted the Eightarc Fusion but it costs $220 for me with tax/s&h. $150 sounds better.
Focus Attack isn't getting new Q4RAFs until early March, unfortunately.
Personally my stick's probably dying so I don't think I can wait that long
CountAntonius
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Of all sticks I still prefer the look of the original TE's. The shape of the body.
SUPARSTARX
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I loved the original TE's but the slimmer look is growing on me immensely for design, weight, and portability.
Still doesn't trump my Hori VLX Premium though. Ultimate arcade experience.
Still doesn't trump my Hori VLX Premium though. Ultimate arcade experience.
dragonlife
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That's actually not too bad of a wait for me. Hopefully I'll be able to snag on then if chances permit.Focus Attack isn't getting new Q4RAFs until early March, unfortunately.
Personally my stick's probably dying so I don't think I can wait that long
sixteen-bit
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VSHG is still king for me in terms of design.
ACH1LL3US
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Agreed... until the Madcatz VS stick comes out
It looks like a wider heavier version of the VSHG. Can't wait until Markman posts some spec s on it like weight, insides etc..The V.S. sticks are up at amazon. Yay for folks living in CA so we don't get hit with $40-50 in sales tax. (Can't find the linking pieces, though):
PS3:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZTHF76/?tag=neogaf0e-20
360:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZTHF6C/?tag=neogaf0e-20
PS3:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZTHF76/?tag=neogaf0e-20
360:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZTHF6C/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I wanna give away an arcade stick to somebody in this thread for the month of February. Kinda to celebrate all the new releases, excitement, and to give something back to this venerable thread.
What stick should it be (current retail, and in production)? I'm looking for any ideas about a little competition. Something fun, perhaps. I'd be willing to ship to worldwide GAFers, not just the US-based ones.
Any ideas?
What stick should it be (current retail, and in production)? I'm looking for any ideas about a little competition. Something fun, perhaps. I'd be willing to ship to worldwide GAFers, not just the US-based ones.
Any ideas?
sixteen-bit
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How about an arcade stick art contest? Some people might not be able to participate though :/
If you wanted to ball out of control you could always get a Hori VLX PRO to give away.
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