New Saitek Stick Throttle - looks VERY nice to me

[gigabyte]

As the title says Saitek is releasing a new Throttle and stick next week the X65, this looks like a direct competitor to the new Logitec, but a couple of extra bells and whistles.

I have complained bitterly about their software before but from what I read they have the Win 7 & and backwards compatible drivers ready so I might have to keep my trap shut on this one. Now I just have to get that tax refund and figure out how to make it look like my X52 so the wife does not have a hissy fit...

Here is a link with some good shots - http://store.gameshark.com/viewItem....idCategory=173

Also full info here - http://x65f.gameshark.com/

[stiz]

"In a world first for a manufactured simulation controller, the X-65F’s stick does not move"

*cue little kid who thinks it should move!*

[CL19O1]

I hope the price moves.

[SirBenn21]

Pricey!!!

[Cag40Navy]

well, the X52 is still my favorite....

[wiltzei]

$400 = 293€.

Price in Germany = 400€.

Nice.

[ryanbatc]

I hope the price moves.

no kidding.... the Logitech G940 system is only 300 bucks, and includes rudder pedals.

[Gibbage]

I really REALLY dont like the idea of a stick that does not move. Its like one of those technology's that supposed to revolutionize flight controle, but its just too odd, like that Shuttle joystock were the axis point was in the middle of the joystick, modeled after the space shuttle. Was supposed to be more accurate, but nobody could get used too the idea being so far from norm.

As for it being used it fighters, that just seems stupid. We all know how bouncy the air can be. Having every little bounce transmitted too the stick just seems stupid. As someone who rides a motorcycle, I know what its like. The throttle only travles a few MM, so every bump in the road is a blip on the throttle. Now, add turbulance in..... :isadizzy:

[CodyValkyrie]

The original F-16 joystick didn't move. It still doesn't move much, but after many complaints, it was revised to move a little.... It still uses similar technology however.

[Dain Arns]

"In a world first for a manufactured simulation controller, the X-65F’s stick does not move" ...

Which would be interesting to try, it is a good looking set-up, but I wonder about using it for Helicopters.
One thing I like about the Logitech G940, is the force feedback and non-centering joystick option.
I just need to be able to 'feel' the small movements of the stick.