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[hikarutilmitt]

does anyone know explicitly how focusattack.com's point system works? saturday I need to buy 2 jlfs 2 balltops and 10 buttons - can I split my order up to save money via the point system?

Don't see why not, though you'd be paying shipping twice, so it probably wouldn't be worth it.

Hm, might try one as well. Would those fit in the MadCatz SFxT (a.k.a Pro) models?

It's a drop-in replacement for a JLF. thw width is a tiiiiiiny bit wider, but it fits exactly as it should onto the same mounting plate and holes, uses the same screws to hold it on and the harness is oriented exactly the same way.

 

[sixteen-bit]

FA sale is live by the way

 

[oneida]

ordered 10 buttons, 1 JLF, 2 balltops for $53.20

realized I had an extra JLF back home

 

[Parham]

Took an old MadCatz SE stick and gave it a complete facelift. In addition to replacing the old art, I added in a new Sanwa stick (with 2 lb spring and Kowal actuator) and silenced buttons. I don't use this as my main stick, so I figured it would be fun to experiment with it and try out all of these little modifications. This is first time I've ever modded a fightstick, so it's still admittedly a little rough.

 

[sixteen-bit]

I like it. And look at that artgerm artwork!

 

[Reclaimer]

Took an old MadCatz SE stick and gave it a complete facelift. In addition to replacing the old art, I added in a new Sanwa stick (with 2 lb spring and Kowal actuator) and silenced buttons. I don't use this as my main stick, so I figured it would be fun to experiment with it and try out all of these little modifications. This is first time I've ever modded a fightstick, so it's still admittedly a little rough.

Nice! The Kowal actuator makes a big positive difference on Sanwa sticks IMO.

 

[oneida]

Don't see why not, though you'd be paying shipping twice, so it probably wouldn't be worth it.

For those wondering if you can do this, you have to wait 24 hours after placing an order before you get your points. I haven't looked at the rewards yet and maybe they're really good, but you wouldn't be able to compound it with, say, a 6 hour sale.

 

[hikarutilmitt]

Nice! The Kowal actuator makes a big positive difference on Sanwa sticks IMO.

We put one of these into each of our JLFs at work. One of the sticks was having weird issues hitting diagonals and I'd rather just have both sticks using the same hardware so we replaced both actuators. The difference in throw is actually fairly noticeable. If I were ever forced to go JLF again I'd definitely be putting one in.

 

[Lemstar]

I got a Fighting Edge in the mail last night. Problem is, there's a scratch on the home button that's driving me nuts.

Does anyone happen to know if other Hori sticks use the same sized home button?

 

[jbug617]

I think this article confirms that the GG Xrd TE2 is coming out.
http://dengekionline.com/elem/000/000/939/939092/

 

[Zissou]

I think this article confirms that the GG Xrd TE2 is coming out.
http://dengekionline.com/elem/000/000/939/939092/

It does indeed! Stick looks pretty nice/tasteful too.

 

[Parham]

Nice! The Kowal actuator makes a big positive difference on Sanwa sticks IMO.

Yup! It's been great. I'm thinking about buying another to use in my main stick.

 

[Running Wild]

I really like the look of the Madcatz branded TE2.

 

[vg260]

I really like the look of the Madcatz branded TE2.

Same here. I might hold off for that one.

Hey Markman, will the MadCatz branded one be the non-special edition model available in regular non-limited quantities here in the US?

Is there a US release date planned?

 

[sixteen-bit]

I think this article confirms that the GG Xrd TE2 is coming out.
http://dengekionline.com/elem/000/000/939/939092/

Cool beans. Japan only I presume?

 

[jbug617]

http://shoryuken.com/2014/10/07/mad...r-xrd-sign-tournament-edition-2-arcade-stick/

GG Xrd Stick coming out in December in Japan.
PS3/PS4 TE2 (Blue/Grey Mad Catz Branded) coming out in October in Japan.

 

[XiaNaphryz]

So with my PS3 dead due to YLOD, I'd like to mod my TE stick to use on other platforms. Any suggestions on the best options out there? Being able to support as many as possible would be ideal.

 

[Zissou]

I AM READY FOR XRDDDDDDDDDDDDD

Sorry for the shitty pics- went straight up N64 kid when it showed up.

 

[sixteen-bit]

cool congrats on the current gen stick

 

[Skilletor]

Those new stick feels. <3

Can't wait to get mine!

 

[MarkMan]

http://shoryuken.com/2014/10/07/mad...r-xrd-sign-tournament-edition-2-arcade-stick/

GG Xrd Stick coming out in December in Japan.
PS3/PS4 TE2 (Blue/Grey Mad Catz Branded) coming out in October in Japan.

The Xrd FightStick will be coming out in North America as well.

 

[MarkMan]

I AM READY FOR XRDDDDDDDDDDDDD


Sorry for the shitty pics- went straight up N64 kid when it showed up.

yay congrats on the new toy and thanks for your support!

 

[Retro_]

The Xrd FightStick will be coming out in North America as well.

When?!

 

[sixteen-bit]

The Xrd FightStick will be coming out in North America as well.

That's epic!

 

[vg260]

The Xrd FightStick will be coming out in North America as well.

I assume the basic Mad Catz branded blue one as well? That's the one I'm planning to get.

 

[Retro_]

Guess I'll hold off on the Hori if we're getting the Xrd stick in December

I think I'd much rather put a hayabusa stick on a TE2 than change out all my buttons on the HRAP4

 

[oneida]

buttons + JLF are here

VF3 almost ready

 

[kasane]

The dream for persona te is dead???

Or i didnt know aboht release

Or its dead

BibleThumo

 

[Lemstar]

The dream for persona te is dead???

Or i didnt know aboht release

Or its dead

BibleThumo

https://twitter.com/MarkMan23/status/517732568511553537

 

[kasane]

https://twitter.com/MarkMan23/status/517732568511553537

based markman

will pre order when possible

 

[Lostconfused]

So whats the go to place to buy stick parts in Canada?

 

[redlegs87]

Hey I just started trying to learn skullgirls on pc with a ps3 pad. I am not yet set on it and only used it for like 2 hours. Been thinking of making the plunge into a fightstick. I know it won't make me better right away and I have to relearn everything but I feel up to the challenge.

Mad Catz Fightstick Pro is what I have been looking at any other suggestions and or tips for a fightstick noob?

 

[Mercutio]

buttons + JLF are here



VF3 almost ready

You do God's work, sir.

 

[Grakl]

So the bottom row of buttons of my Eightarc Ebony Fusion are randomly not working and working again. Any idea why this might happen?

 

[jbug617]

Mark said on twitter that the Xrd stick will be coming out around the same time as Xrd (12/16)

 

[Uthred]

So is the Hori Real Arcade Pro V4 the only commercial stick with PS4 support? And apart from that theres the apparently extremely difficult DS4 padhack or the upcoming (possibly be years end?) Mad Catz USF IV TE2?

 

[jbug617]

So is the Hori Real Arcade Pro V4 the only commercial stick with PS4 support? And apart from that theres the apparently extremely difficult DS4 padhack or the upcoming (possibly be years end?) Mad Catz USF IV TE2?

I believe these are the only sticks announced so far for NA:

Madcatz USF4 TE2
Madcatz Persona 4 Arena Ultimax TE2
Madcatz Guilty Gear Xrd TE2
Hori Real Arcade Pro V4 (should be coming out next week )

 

[Uthred]

I believe these are the only sticks announced so far for NA:

Madcatz USF4 TE2
Madcatz Persona 4 Arena Ultimax TE2
Madcatz Guilty Gear Xrd TE2
Hori Real Arcade Pro V4 (should be coming out next week )

Was hoping there might be a single decent one announced I hadnt heard off Not a fan of the the TE2 body, though at least the GG one looks half way decent. Might grab the HRAP.

 

[vg260]

I believe these are the only sticks announced so far for NA:

Madcatz USF4 TE2
Madcatz Persona 4 Arena Ultimax TE2
Madcatz Guilty Gear Xrd TE2
Hori Real Arcade Pro V4 (should be coming out next week )

MadCatz branded TE2?

 

[TonberrysKnife]

Sup GAF.

 

[maouvin]

GAF, I'm eyeing an HRAP v4 to use on the PS4, and so far the biggest (and only) bad thing I found about it is the compartment door.

I never owned Hori sticks before (nor a stick with compartment doors, really. I only have a VSHG). Is the door really that bad? Can one live without it - as in, is it manageable to keep the cable inside it with the compartment open?

 

[Skilletor]

GAF, I'm eyeing an HRAP v4 to use on the PS4, and so far the biggest (and only) bad thing I found about it is the compartment door.

I never owned Hori sticks before (nor a stick with compartment doors, really. I only have a VSHG). Is the door really that bad? Can one live without it - as in, is it manageable to keep the cable inside it with the compartment open?

They're bad, but nothing you can't keep track of. I have several hori sticks and haven't lost or broken the compartment door on mine.

 

[Retro_]

What makes a compartment door good vs bad?

 

[Skilletor]

What makes a compartment door good vs bad?

One that falls off super easily, like almost every hori I own vs. The ones on the MadCatz sticks that I haven't had any trouble with.

 

[maouvin]

They're bad, but nothing you can't keep track of. I have several hori sticks and haven't lost or broken the compartment door on mine.

Good enough; thanks!

 

[oneida]

time to get VF3 wired!!

 

[Shrewder]

Has anyone here who pre-ordered The PS4 Hori RAP, on Amazon, received a shipment e-mail yet? With today being the release day and it currently having a status of "Temporarily out of stock", I'm wondering if anyone here snagged one on the first batch?

 

[New002]

Posted this in the pick-up thread but figured I'd share here as well. Just picked up this little guy:

Plan on using it for PS1/2 and Dreamcast.

 

[Astarte]

Sup GAF.

That's pretty rad

So the bottom row of buttons of my Eightarc Ebony Fusion are randomly not working and working again. Any idea why this might happen?

It might be the PCB or the connectors themselves.

Posted this in the pick-up thread but figured I'd share here as well. Just picked up this little guy:

Plan on using it for PS1/2 and Dreamcast.

How much did you get it for?

 

[sixteen-bit]

Posted this in the pick-up thread but figured I'd share here as well. Just picked up this little guy:

Plan on using it for PS1/2 and Dreamcast.

I like these little things. Small enough to travel without any hassle and they work pretty well despite not being arcade spec.