Conkker Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 talking to those of you guys who use a joystick to fly, which one do you have, and can you recommend one to me, under $60 that i can buy online? my saitek ST290 Pro recently crapped out on me, trigger and rudder twist no longer work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH6~SPARTA~ Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 talking to those of you guys who use a joystick to fly, which one do you have, and can you recommend one to me, under $60 that i can buy online? my saitek ST290 Pro recently crapped out on me, trigger and rudder twist no longer work. <_> Yeah I'm in the same boat. I've had my Logitech 3D Extreme Pro for a number of years but it's finally kicked the bucket on me. Still though, pretty damn good for a $20 joystick. I'll either buy a replacement one or maybe I'll upgrade to something else if it's somewhat cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batwing~SPARTA~ Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 I have 2 sets, but honestly I give the crown to the Logitech 3d extreme Pro. You cannot beat it for 20 bucks. Many reviews reported issue with losing precision on the axes but I have a feeling was an issue with early devices, because mine never had that problem. And anyway, if you get a great joystick (and the 3d is pretty damn good) for 20 bucks, if it fails, u just buy another one... Then I have a Saitek X45 set. Very nice and simulative but bulky. For that reason I don t use it anymore because is a pain to install it on medium size desk. You need room, you have to install it permanently on your desk to really enjoy it. Maybe I ll be back on that when I will upgrade my desk. It is an old model, now the most recent is the X52, but I don t see a reason to really upgrade to the newr version. X45 does everything the X52 does, with some LED and light less. Being long time I don t us it, I am not sure about the programming software compatibility. I hope it will work on Win7. So my point is: If you are not looking for a total simulative experience, throttle and joy separate with tons of bottons and commands, go straight Logitech, brand new. If you want more, you can find a used X45 at very good prices, just be sure is working Buying a used joy is a thricky experience, but if u get a good device, the X45 is very good, but you need ROOM on your desk The X52 is good as well, but I think the retail price is a bit above 100 bucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conkker Posted January 31, 2010 Author Share Posted January 31, 2010 problem is, my st290 pro was only a month old, tops. but i might end up buying that one from the logitech website today. see if i can find a website with a better deal though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH6~SPARTA~ Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 I have the Saitek X45 too, and I much rather use the Logitech 3D for damn near every game other than Microsoft FSX and LockOn. X45 is good for full-on sims, but the Logitech is better for more arcade-style flying (Battlefield/ArmA). Also, the X45's rudder is setup in a really stupid way (essentially two buttons on the underside of the throttle), whereas the X52 has a twist-rudder on the stick like the Logitech stick does. Twist-rudders are much better IMO if you can't afford pedals. I think I may end up going with the Logitech Freedom, which is basically a wireless Logitech Extreme 3D Pro with a slightly larger base. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conkker Posted January 31, 2010 Author Share Posted January 31, 2010 has anyone found a website that has the extreme 3d pro in stock? all of the ones i see are out of stock or quite higher in price.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH6~SPARTA~ Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 has anyone found a website that has the extreme 3d pro in stock? all of the ones i see are out of stock or quite higher in price.. Go to your local Best Buy, $20. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durka-Durka~SPARTA~ Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Extreme 3D pro is what I have and I'm more than happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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