DeathAngel1 Posted November 21, 2018 Posted November 21, 2018 Hi guys, Im addicted to that HOTAS and I think to buy it. If someone has X56 Rhino, pls, tell me is it so good as it looks really? And as I know "RHINO" is used for Super Hornet`s nickname. So is that HOTAS similar to real FA-18E Super Horet cockpit`s throtle and stick? Thanks felow pilots! :thumbup: ..:NAVY PILOTS ARE THE THE BEST PILOTS:..
Svsmokey Posted November 22, 2018 Posted November 22, 2018 (edited) I try to avoid dissing other's preferences , but as you asked...having owned Saitek (X52 Pro) - you couldn't give me another one , or any other of their products . Edited November 22, 2018 by Svsmokey 9700k @ stock , Aorus Pro Z390 wifi , 32gb 3200 mhz CL16 , 1tb EVO 970 , MSI RX 6800XT Gaming X TRIO , Seasonic Prime 850w Gold , Coolermaster H500m , Noctua NH-D15S , CH Pro throttle and T50CM2/WarBrD base on Foxxmounts , CH pedals , Reverb G2v2
crab Posted November 23, 2018 Posted November 23, 2018 The latest version has significant updates that were done by Logitech to reduce warranty costs, make sure you get it if you're going to purchase and not an older version. Logitech changed the model number after updating the product so you can go there, get the model number, and compare that with what you're seeing on Amazon and other retailers to verify what you're getting. This isn't just an off possibility, there are not only older X56's out there, you can still find X55's, pay attention when shopping. This HOTAS is not a replica of any existing HOTAS. At it's price range it manages to be best in class simply because it is the only one of it's kind at that price. I own this stick as well as a Cougar and just recently, a Warthog. I can tell you that it isn't bad for what it is but it is also not comparable to the good stuff. In this instance you will pay significantly more for Thrustmaster and particularly the stuff from the East but that money is actually getting you something. IMO the X56 is best suited to a certain group of users. The first would be those who want a HOTAS and simply do not have any more money to spend on the venture. In this case it works and greatly improves flying as compared to trying to use a gaming joystick and keyboard. My use case is that I use the X56 at work where I need to pull it from a locker, throw it down and fly, then pick it back up and throw it in the locker again. It's light weight and ability to use the twist for rudder so I don't have to pick up a third piece and stow it makes it suitable for that task. So if you're gaming at the dinner table or some other temp location on a laptop you may find that it's easier to deal with in that scenario. The last group might be (I don't space sim so know little about it) those who fly space sims. I would do a search here and read about the X56 before purchase to get fully informed on what it is you're thinking about buying.
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