Laws00
Member
Well false alarm. it was delivered to my house.
They put it by the backdoor, in the inside lol
thank god. i was getting mad
strange how the zip code was all wrong as well as the Township
I will post pictures soon
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Well false alarm. it was delivered to my house.
They put it by the backdoor, in the inside lol
thank god. i was getting mad
strange how the zip code was all wrong as well as the Township
I will post pictures soon
How you like the buttons? I really enjoy mine. See how you like it, but I greatly prefer the Hayabusa joystick with a 2 lb spring in it vs. the stock. It made a big difference. Nice pickup and glad it all worked out for you. also you should put those pictures in quotes
Laws00
Member
How you like the buttons? I really enjoy mine. See how you like it, but I greatly prefer the Hayabusa joystick with a 2 lb spring in it vs. the stock. It made a big difference. Nice pickup and glad it all worked out for you. also you should put those pictures in quotes
Done
The buttons feel weird to me.
The only other hori sticks I have is the Soul Calibur 5 stick for ps3 and Xbox 360.
I love that thing. Hand placements for the Joystick and buttons. It felt better to me then Madcatz sticks. Due to the button layout on the CPS units.
On the VLX Hori stick I didn't know the buttons were so close to each other which is strange to me.
Worst-case scenario, you can always get some Sanwa buttons from Focus Attack. If that happens, I may be willing to buy the Hayabusa buttons off of you (if I get my check in the near future) if you want to.
Anyway, does that stick have a touch-pad on the back like the other recent Hori sticks?
Laws00
Member
i like to keep my stuff stock. i just have to get used to it
yes it does have the touch pad on the back
How does it feel in your lap?
Laws00
Member
Heavy and sturdy with not a chance of this thing slipping off of me.
It weights like 10 or 12 pounds and thr thing is kinda long.
The bottom has some type of foam material or extra padding. Nonslipping type stuff i guess.
Ill show pictures when i get off work
hikarutilmitt
Member
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Dominican Power
Member
I want one : (
bob_arctor
Tough_Smooth
Mmmm. Red VLX is sex. It's also my white whale. The one that got away. The one I can't quite pull the trigger on without risking divorce. But I want it. One day. One day....
Laws00
Member
I was on the fence with red. I wanted the black one. I thought it looked better. But every post and thread I was on about them as well as looking up youtube vids said get the red one. Also most post said the red looks better in person. I kinda agree now lol
As strange as it sounds I would have picked an Xbox One to Xbox 360 stick if they had one over the PS3 stick just due to my back catalog of XBL arcade games and what not.
I just noticed what I did there lol
Someone recommended I cross post in this thread...any help would be appreciated!
edit: fixed typos, posting from phone
recently decided I wanted to pick up a decent entry-level arcade stick and am looking for some recommendations
for starters, I've only owned one arcade stick before and it was bundled with some Tekken 6 LE edition I picked up on the cheap
need a new stick for a few reasons, and this should also hopefully help explain my concerns and what I'm looking for.
1. recently moved and lost the USB dongle to make this thing work. sure, I could get a replacement, but I paid like $40 for the entire bundle so not really looking to spend more money on it in light of the fact that it feels cheap as hell...which brings me to #2
2. the stick included in the bundle feels cheap as hell. my biggest immediate criticism right after using it is how damn light it is. this combined with the fact that the buttons just didn't feel right, joystick felt loose as hell, etc. has led me to look for a replacement.
3. not sure whether this really matters, but the stick will be used primarily on PC
so I've done some minimal research and have been eyeing the Mayflash F300. will run me $60 shipped on amazon and it seems very easy to upgrade/customize.
my major concern is this: after all the money I will eventually spend on modifying the stick with sanwa parts, etc....am I better off just initially spending more money to get a quality hori stick or whatever? and if so, which stick should I get?
thanks in advance!
edit: fixed typos, posting from phone
sanwa, not sanyo
imo, don't buy crap then go through the trouble of trying to make it worth it. just buy a hori stick and it'll be perfect right out of the box. sanwa buttons + a jlf are going to run you like $40 anyway, what's the point?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0136JP894/?tag=neogaf0e-20
imo $60 is too much money to spend on something that you know already sucks. if you have to put aside some money and wait a little longer then that's what it takes, but when the dust is settled you'll have a kickass thing you can feel nice about.
imo, don't buy crap then go through the trouble of trying to make it worth it. just buy a hori stick and it'll be perfect right out of the box. sanwa buttons + a jlf are going to run you like $40 anyway, what's the point?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0136JP894/?tag=neogaf0e-20
imo $60 is too much money to spend on something that you know already sucks. if you have to put aside some money and wait a little longer then that's what it takes, but when the dust is settled you'll have a kickass thing you can feel nice about.
Dominican Power
Member
I would buy the HRAP 4 from amazon or Hori USA's website.
Dominican Power
Member
Why?
Free shipping on Amazon or Hori USA vs paying whatever you have to pay for for shipping on focus attack.
I think it's just that the hrap4 is for PlayStation systems and the hrap5 is for Xbox systems. At least in the U.S.
I think you've made a great decision. Enjoy man
Dominican Power
Member
With the hayabusa buttons?
Hayabusa stick lever with kuro buttons I think? Should I avoid?
Dominican Power
Member
Avoid. The one with the hayabusa buttons has a better pcb.
TheFightingFish
Member
Hey folks. I've not actually been on NeoGaf in a while
but I finally completed a big old arcade stick project and since this thread was what got me started on the whole arcade stick thing, and fighting games in general I wanted to log back in to share it with ya'll.
Apologies for a bunch of pictures or if you are seeing this a second time from SRK Tech Talk
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I've always loved arcade cabinets, but never really loved how they dominate any room that they are in sizewise, especially in a small condo. So I set out with a goal to make something that could get that cool two player arcade feel, but in a hidden way that would blend in with the look of a room. I like woodworking, so the obvious starting point for me was putting all the arcade business into some type of classy asian-influenced furniture. This design is what I ended up designing and implementing. It's an end table with a lid that can be pulled off (I batted around a few hinged designs early on, but this simple pull off version seemed the best) to reveal a clean black / white / red two player arcade setup. Tossed in a little Akuma inlay on the top just to give a hidden hint about the geekiness contained within.
Took a long time as life has been super busy. But I'm really happy with how it came out. For the tech specs, both sides are the same with an LS-32, Seimitsu buttons, a PS360+, and a hidden ethernet jack on the bottom. There are a few small issues that I have with it, first that the lid I actually made a bit too tight, as when all the layers of finish were added it's not quite as easy to pull off as I like. And second, the controls are a bit closer together that would really be optimal for a 2P setup. That was more due to the size that I wanted the table and it's worked just fine with a couple of big adult dudes playing on it, they just have to sit a bit spread out on the left and the right.
Parts from all over the place (Tek-Innovations, Focus Attack, Akihabara Shop).
nothing against it, just busy with life and family and all that
Apologies for a bunch of pictures or if you are seeing this a second time from SRK Tech Talk
.I've always loved arcade cabinets, but never really loved how they dominate any room that they are in sizewise, especially in a small condo. So I set out with a goal to make something that could get that cool two player arcade feel, but in a hidden way that would blend in with the look of a room. I like woodworking, so the obvious starting point for me was putting all the arcade business into some type of classy asian-influenced furniture. This design is what I ended up designing and implementing. It's an end table with a lid that can be pulled off (I batted around a few hinged designs early on, but this simple pull off version seemed the best) to reveal a clean black / white / red two player arcade setup. Tossed in a little Akuma inlay on the top just to give a hidden hint about the geekiness contained within.
Took a long time as life has been super busy. But I'm really happy with how it came out. For the tech specs, both sides are the same with an LS-32, Seimitsu buttons, a PS360+, and a hidden ethernet jack on the bottom. There are a few small issues that I have with it, first that the lid I actually made a bit too tight, as when all the layers of finish were added it's not quite as easy to pull off as I like. And second, the controls are a bit closer together that would really be optimal for a 2P setup. That was more due to the size that I wanted the table and it's worked just fine with a couple of big adult dudes playing on it, they just have to sit a bit spread out on the left and the right.
Parts from all over the place (Tek-Innovations, Focus Attack, Akihabara Shop).
I did a lil research and it looks like all the rap4 now come with Hayabusa buttons...? Is this accurate? Maybe the sellers just haven't updated the description? On Amazon the description says kuro buttons but people are saying they're getting ones with Hayabusa buttons
sixteen-bit
Member
Cool installation, TheFightingFish
Contact the seller directly to confirm whether it has Hayabusa or Kuro buttons.
How much does it really matter? Given the price, it still seems like a good deal even if I have to upgrade the buttons down the road
The big difference isn't the buttons, honestly - the newer revision also has a new PCB which is much more responsive to input, and has better PC support.
Hey folks. I've not actually been on NeoGaf in a whilebut I finally completed a big old arcade stick project and since this thread was what got me started on the whole arcade stick thing, and fighting games in general I wanted to log back in to share it with ya'll.nothing against it, just busy with life and family and all that
Apologies for a bunch of pictures or if you are seeing this a second time from SRK Tech Talk
I've always loved arcade cabinets, but never really loved how they dominate any room that they are in sizewise, especially in a small condo. So I set out with a goal to make something that could get that cool two player arcade feel, but in a hidden way that would blend in with the look of a room. I like woodworking, so the obvious starting point for me was putting all the arcade business into some type of classy asian-influenced furniture. This design is what I ended up designing and implementing. It's an end table with a lid that can be pulled off (I batted around a few hinged designs early on, but this simple pull off version seemed the best) to reveal a clean black / white / red two player arcade setup. Tossed in a little Akuma inlay on the top just to give a hidden hint about the geekiness contained within.
Took a long time as life has been super busy. But I'm really happy with how it came out. For the tech specs, both sides are the same with an LS-32, Seimitsu buttons, a PS360+, and a hidden ethernet jack on the bottom. There are a few small issues that I have with it, first that the lid I actually made a bit too tight, as when all the layers of finish were added it's not quite as easy to pull off as I like. And second, the controls are a bit closer together that would really be optimal for a 2P setup. That was more due to the size that I wanted the table and it's worked just fine with a couple of big adult dudes playing on it, they just have to sit a bit spread out on the left and the right.
Parts from all over the place (Tek-Innovations, Focus Attack, Akihabara Shop).
Holy crap, that is incredible. Gorgeous woodwork and very cool concept. Wow.
What are all the buttons along the sides for?
Has the pcb also been updated on the rap4 if it has Hayabusa buttons?
Yes. The PCB and the button revision were done at the same time. The version which ships with the Hayabsua buttons is the revised edition with the improved PCB.
Speaking of Hori, I'd probably be trying to get one of these if the Marisa stick wasn't Hori-store exclusive.
TheFightingFish
Member
Thanks, glad you like it. I like a nice clean six button look on the top, so the side buttons are just all the other function buttons for a controller. I put R1 and L1 on with the face buttons, and the side buttons have L2, R2, Start, Select and Guide.
Official Touhou 14.5 PS4 fightsticks? That's hilarious, and also surprisingly cool.
sixteen-bit
Member
Is this the first licensed Touhou stick?
https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B01L8X7EYC/
https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B01L8X7EYC/
Quite probably, though they are releasing two. The Reimu is Amazon exclusive, and the Marisa is exclusive to Horistore (which has been completely dead since they announced it).
I kinda want the Marisa one, but not enough to have to deal with proxies. Reimu is probably way less hassle, but I don't care that much about Touhou.
I've been using Kuro buttons on my VSHG for a few months and think they are underrated. I wouldn't choose them over OBSFs but they're totally fine. Look forward to trying Hayabusa buttons at some point.
Worth mentioning that I did use this stick (with stock parts) in tournament at Canada Cup last year, lol. So I'm not too picky.
I love that damn controller.
Worth mentioning that I did use this stick (with stock parts) in tournament at Canada Cup last year, lol. So I'm not too picky.
I love that damn controller.
The reason Kuros was disliked was mostly because they squeaked. The feel was pretty decent.
Augemitbutter
Member
they may squeak if you hit them from the wrong angle. i had the issue as well for a while. it appears and disappears randomly. it doesn't bother me much.
Inspiring work. The design of the furniture is really well done and the simple layout and color scheme for the arcade stick part is just great. Congratulations on finishing such a nice piece.Hey folks. I've not actually been on NeoGaf in a whilebut I finally completed a big old arcade stick project and since this thread was what got me started on the whole arcade stick thing, and fighting games in general I wanted to log back in to share it with ya'll.nothing against it, just busy with life and family and all that
Apologies for a bunch of pictures or if you are seeing this a second time from SRK Tech Talk
I've always loved arcade cabinets, but never really loved how they dominate any room that they are in sizewise, especially in a small condo. So I set out with a goal to make something that could get that cool two player arcade feel, but in a hidden way that would blend in with the look of a room. I like woodworking, so the obvious starting point for me was putting all the arcade business into some type of classy asian-influenced furniture. This design is what I ended up designing and implementing. It's an end table with a lid that can be pulled off (I batted around a few hinged designs early on, but this simple pull off version seemed the best) to reveal a clean black / white / red two player arcade setup. Tossed in a little Akuma inlay on the top just to give a hidden hint about the geekiness contained within.
Took a long time as life has been super busy. But I'm really happy with how it came out. For the tech specs, both sides are the same with an LS-32, Seimitsu buttons, a PS360+, and a hidden ethernet jack on the bottom. There are a few small issues that I have with it, first that the lid I actually made a bit too tight, as when all the layers of finish were added it's not quite as easy to pull off as I like. And second, the controls are a bit closer together that would really be optimal for a 2P setup. That was more due to the size that I wanted the table and it's worked just fine with a couple of big adult dudes playing on it, they just have to sit a bit spread out on the left and the right.
Parts from all over the place (Tek-Innovations, Focus Attack, Akihabara Shop).
Thanks. Picked up the rap4 with hayabusa buttons for $129 at frys
Might have saved a few bucks online but I get the peace of mind of getting to confirm its the newer version with updated pcb and hayabusa buttons
Dominican Power
Member
Is it me or is the throw on the sanwa shorter when you're moving it to the right? I find it that I hit the gate more frequently on that side. When I move it on the left side, I hardly do.
These are the throws ranges for Square, circle and Octogonal. It's the same range for Square gates.
The throw should be the same for all cardinal directions.
If you're not sure, just open up your stick and look at the bottom of the Sanwa. The actuator should be perfectly centered within the gate.
Shipping costs to the UK from Amazon put paid to any thoughts I had of grabbing one...