Breaking Down the Stick - Victrix Pro FS
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- Breaking Down the Stick Episode 5: Victrix Pro FS
I dive deep into the Victrix Pro FS and reveal the inner-workings, point out some mod points, and offer my opinions on what you can and should do to upgrade this fight stick. If you are curious about the latency or the more commonly, and improperly used term "lag", I didn't test that. There are a variety of reasons, but the most important is there isn't a widely accepted method of doing it consistently and accurately. There are a couple efforts that will provide empirical data regarding response time of the system and I am following them closely for future episodes and tests. Someone put this up against the Brook Universal Fighting Board and found it is slower than the UFB in a head to head common button match.
Without further ado, here are my basic findings and grades:
Basic Modding: B- / C
You can easily change the buttons, but the unique balltop and Link 2 setup isn't friendly to standard balltops and the mounting points for the lever significantly limits your ability to swap levers.
Basic modding is considered: Lever swap, Button Swap
Advanced Modding: D
The single PCB is easy to get to, but the custom functionalities required to maintain all functions of the fight stick would be lost without significant time, effort, and coding for a very specialized solution.
Advanced Modding is considered: Adding pad-hacks, various fighting board upgrades, or LEDs.
Panel swaps: Not possible. Seriously, you can't change the layout of this fight stick at all.
Be sure to subscribe and watch future episodes of BTDS. This video recordeded on a Lumix GH4 with H6 Zoom Mic.
This Fight Stick is not yet released, however, it will launch at $350 and will only work on PS4.
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This video was great! It looks like my theory was right on this fight stick in that the price point doesnt do it justice. This thing costs more than a VLX in most cases I hope they realize that this stick needs to come down in price as the custom options are not there. The stick looks great, but I dont like that i cant do a lot to it like most sticks (Qanba sticks, or TE sticks).
Worth noting, those cord wrap handles come off.
You know any link on how to take them off or is it self explanatory?
I watch these reviews just for the BGM, so good!
This video was really good and made me realise that i may not want to pic this figthstick becuase i really wanna be able to mod my stick for ages, but i wish u also touch a little bit on the performance, Input lag comparison with ur own board, becasue that may be a good selling point i may consider.
AlastorAlex - I’m dealing with a beta kit right now, but that’s a good recommendation. I’ll think through a test rig and maybe create a new VS. series :)
The Victrix Pro FS is an awesome arcade stick.
we miss a lot this kind of content, great review always bro
Dam I forgot about this channel.
It's a nice looking stick but for that kind of money I'd rather have the Panzer 3 Korean.
@Jasen Hicks, Jeezus christ you spent 19 minutes on reviewing but not actually hitting the buttons and playing IN game to see how it feels compared to other sticks? I mean cmon what kind of review is this? Sorry but thumbs down~
@@battosaijenkins946 bro it's Sanwa parts in a Viewlix layout. Tonnes of sticks are those exact parts in that exact layout-Qanba uses the same. Sanwa is pretty standard, im sure we all know how it feels before even touching it. I understand your sentiment, but what's there really to say? "Yup, they're Sanwa"
you could break down the nacon daija next! seems interesting
Ribbon? Really? $350 for a stick and it uses ribbon wiring and is near impossible to modify? What a scam.
Very useful video. I thought about picking one of these up and putting an LS-56 in it, but now I'm not sure it would be worth the effort.
Little late but Qanba Obsidian (Viewlix layout) or Pearl (Noir layout) are easily moddable/upgradeable + they're readily available. Focus Attack even sells the mtal plates to convert the button layout on either model! I've been enjoying modding the shit outta my 2 Obsidian sticks. The Brook UFB EZ install kit by Jasen works great. I added the PS5 upgrade board, as well. Tested with Street Fighter 5 (PS4 Pro), Killer Instinct (XB1 S), and King of Fighters 15 (PS5).... works great on all 3 👍.
Found a 360 VLX for $130, I'll probably end up putting a 56 in there and calling it a day.
Need a breakdown of the hori fighting edge. I need to know if there's anything under the panel of aluminum to help with rigidity
There is. Another metal panel.
Great profile pic 👍
Honest review
Thanks for taking an in-depth look at this thing!
I'm surprised the Infiltration lever fit the stick, you didn't mention if the latch could be closed with it installed or not. The infiltration lever is very tall, after all. Can you confirm this?
Other points:
- That price is utterly ridiculous, completely priced out of competition.
- Those cable posts are indeed ugly, compare that to the extravagance of the Qanba Dragon.
- Good, comfortable look, I personally prefer no plexi ridges on arcade sticks so that's great.
- The "Link 2" being worse than the Phreak Mods original is pretty sad.
- Moddability is poor and difficult.
Wladislav - it does fit.
Thanks!
I also just noticed they've made a deal with infiltration for them to use their lever now, so that makes sense.
Weird RUclips unsubscribed me from your channel for some reason. Weird, well I resubbed.
Overpriced. Now I'm happy that choose Panthera Evo.
Hori,Razor and Qanba are great solid choices and not overly expensive like this manufacturer.
what about Brook UFB .... is it modeable?
Breaking Down the Stick QANBA DRAGON
I use the infiltrator so I'd be ok with the lever but what about screw in crown buttons tho?
Getting two of this ASAP. Despite all the negative comments. they’re a lot of cheap stick made easy to mod.
you got the 309MJ (mid collar) and the 301-DX (infiltration) mixed up... Infiltration lever has a bottom gate and taller body (which is why it wont fit), 309mj was the one that fit.
So the 309MJ will fit? i know that the most common korean stick for Tekken
Nice review.
i'm disappointed that he pcb is green... it should be purple :).
Super informative! Thanks so much man
Pretty sure I saw something saying you could easily remove those cable wraps
Okay after watching your two videos on this stick. This stick is just a no-go at all for me
12:26 It's not an official Vewlix layout then because i can fit screw in seimitsu PS-14-GN buttons on my Taito VEWLIX C cabinet just fine.
Victrix must have some kind of deal with Sanwa because Seimitsu parts don't fit :)
And it's a 350$ stick that has less compatibility than any cheap stick. And pretty much any arcade stick since Sega Saturn has great compatibility with joysticks and buttons.
High end, but no noir layout. Would be nice, just sayin.
bought a new one gonna see if things changed
Have you taken this stick apart before? I have the V2 and need to replace the ribbon cable for the touchpad and buttons on top but it's out of warranty and PDP won't help me. Can't figure out how to get access to where the ribbon cable plugs in to the control panel
@@SicParvisMagna6 nope. Wasn’t able to get to it. Ended up selling it
The link shaft alone makes me want this stick. The original phreakmods just doesn’t work for me. I’m not a fan of how the metal shaft feels in your hand
The only good thing about this is beauty, nothing more.
when a madcatz shadaloo version or qanba obsidean? plz great vid btw
Is there anyway to simply change the balltop to the battop style easily? I hate how it but don't see how I can easily change it still using the quick release I love so much. HELP PLEASE 🙏
This just makes me wish I could get a Razer with a Noir layout. I would totally buy a second deck if they were made available separately.
I just opened mine up today to put in a new board, and theres a wire soldered to the pcb that connects to the casing.
I didn't see it in yours, bit I'm guessing it's the ground wire?
Anything i can do to get around it?
I have pro fs 2 ryu edition ,my pcb died ,what would be the best option to replace it ,they dont sell the original pcb anymore thank you for work.
EXCELLENT video as always. That said, this confirms my suspicions about this thing being a overpriced piece of style-over-substance. For that kinda money, I could get an even nicer Panzer / AFS / Omni or just build something myself just as good for way cheaper.
Do all arcade sticks follow the "square gate" format? I'm looking to buy a "circular" format. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Janethan Ricanibante - all stock JLF has a square. Circle inserts are available at stores like ArcadeShock
You can get circular gates, or Korean levers are gate free, but "feel" circular. Although, they don't use a spring for tension, so they do have a different feel
2:45 I wish all fight sticks came with a 6 button Vewlix / Noire layout. How many fighting games / arcade style games need the extra two buttons so they are only in the way and make it look less of an authentic arcade experience.
two extra buttons means macros/turbo/autofire shit
Any idea how to change out the stick that came with it extra?
Think we will get a Ezmod kit for the brook ufb for this stick
No.
Jasen Hicks what about the qanba dragon
@@JasenHicksFGC Damn. Too difficult or not enough interest?
@@user-lv1hk7cp6t - Not likely due to the way they manufactured the stick and left such little room inside. Plus its almost $400 as it is, if someone is going to drop another $135 on it they can get a Panzer Fight Stick that has pretty much every perk available and get more out of it (Brook Retro Board, Brook UFB, EZ BUILD, Carbon fiber overlay, etc).
Mi puerto C esta mal sabes de algún tutorial.?
Si the infiltratation 301 fits in it?
How can i change the Sticks?
17:18 my fav moment
Can you put a brook ufb in a victrix??
I forget if this was asked before, but there is a possibility of having a switch between X-box one & PS4 on the PCB? I know there no EZ mod for it, but I hope there is in the future because the brook usb Converters don't work.
My C port was damaged and I don't know how to replace it, do you have any ideas or a video tutorial?
I love this review! The stick does still look good un-customized but how much is it again?
350 USD
@@loque69 woah...
They are seriously charging 350USD for this???
This is an all-style-no-substance arcade stick, that only ever-so-slightly edges other fightsticks in terms of comfortability and portability, and lags behind almost everything else.
Which one is fast stick. Qanba dragon or victrix pro?
Nice review the material used is aluminiun in upside , on base is the same material ?
Eloi Ferreira - plastic door. I’ll double check if the aluminum is all the way around. I think it’s just 3/4 of the stick.
ruclips.net/video/8K-S0_meddI/видео.htmlm18s - You can see the bottom. The handles have the metal, but the door is all plastic.
Aren't those cable wrapping parts removable?
Gotta Have My Pops! - they are. That begs the question, what’s worse? The posts or screw holes?
just wondering, is the surface anti scratch? thanks
Is there a converter that will let this work on a ps4?
why do companies continue to do the vewlix layout and not the noir.
Serious question, is that small difference in distance really that much of a big deal, is it really just preference, or do you just have really large hands and it's actually a comfort issue for you? I'm not trying to be an ass i'm just wondering because i have tried almost every layout there is and i don't find any difference in comfort and my ability to play was never affected. However, i have rather small hands, so it might be something that i wouldn't be able to notice because of the size of my hands.
Namco Noir Layout uses Sega’s 1P button layout but the lever is spaced a little bit further away from the buttons. Vewlix has Sega’s spacing but it uses a slightly modified Sega 2P button layout.
I’ve played Tekken 7 in Japan on Noir cabs since its release in 2015, and was lucky enough to get the Noir panel for my customized TE2.
@@Allocution_TK is it unplayable? No, absolutely not, but I like resting my fingers just above the buttons... Going from a noir layout to a Viewlix layout is definitely noticeable and it's definitely a lot less comfortable, in my opinion anyway. Like I said, it's not rendered unplayable, but like... Why. Our hands naturally "fit" to the noir layout, so why use the Viewlix? Especially for a stick that brags about comfortability. Just my opinion, idk
Hi,
I really need help with my stick i have some issues.
It would be awsome if someone who knows a lot about Sticks could answer me.
THANK YOU
is about be honest bro good
is the link 2 available? I mean just the stick without the victrix pro....pls reply
Lord Samiul - no. It’s their creation and a “motivator” for you to buy their stick.
For that price it better has a glory hole
can i use any type of pcb in the victrix?? please tell me
or what kind of pcb should i use?
@@ginfgc1309 no idea if it fits, I don't have a victrix. But, a Brook universal PCB would let you play on any system, and Brook is highly respected as a PCB manufacturer.
@@vangoghsseveredearyou mean That is call brook fighting..and a blue color???
Why you can try a stick quality as Eurojoystick or I.L magnetic and not thar rubbish korean stick?
Is that a headset jack in the front?
Gabriel Cuevas - yes it is.
This or the Omni Arcade Stick?
Kirigarou the Panzer Fight Stick.
@@JasenHicksFGC I don't know if this is good or not but this is the current one I had on the site with all the customs prntscr.com/m5wx97 . What do you think?
@@kirigarou445 No, the ALUMINUM ones aren't available for build out (Per the listing: The Panzer Fight Stick ALUMINUM is NOT AVAILABLE for BUILD OUT SERVICES at this time.). You need the PFS3IKIT. Here's the white verion: www.jasenscustoms.com/panzer-fight-stick-3i-whitesandtex
Also balltops aren't required for Korean sticks for Sanwa and Seimitsu do require one.
at 4:48 , what does he mean?
No special balltop required when you use with one of these: jasenscustoms.com/collections/phreakmod-link-shafts/products/phreakmods-the-link-detachable-joystick
The Link2 they use slides the entire collar up and it slides into the ball top so it can detach. The original Link by Phreakmods does't require this.
@@JasenHicksFGC thank you. whatsa good site to buy parts for my dragon in cases parts
stop working?
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Hard pass on this stick. Great video though!
Yikes that thing is ugly and the features are not practical. This is why I build my own custom fightsticks. And no I'm not poor some builds cost more than Hori or Mad Catz but they can be cheaper depending on the type of materials used. I was inspired by B15SDM Designs so I had to build my own. Once you go custom build you don't want store bought ever again.