ButtKicker or SimShaker?

[rapid]

Hi Guys,

I am just trying to get my head around this so bare with me.

Which product gives you the best results Buttkicker or Simshaker?

Also I see people are using the Buttkicker with the Simshaker software is this the way to go other than the Buttkicker software?

Is Buttkicker supported by DCS?

Any advise will be very useful

Edited February 19, 2023 by rapid

[Mr_sukebe]

As I understand it, the Simshaker software can run a buttkicker.

As for the differences, Buttkickers can be had in different sizes, which would imply that they can have a greater “maximum” level of shake.

The jetseat uses 8 separate transducers, shaking 6 different zones.  So whilst a Jetseat might have less outright shake capability, it can apply it in specific areas, eg to simulate bank, it applies it to only one side.  
I have a jetseat and never think that it could really do with more shaking capacity.  I love how immersive the feel is that it applies.

[rapid]

I see so you have a Simshaker seat?

[Mr_sukebe]

2 hours ago, rapid said:

I see so you have a Simshaker seat?

Yes.  No experience with a buttkicker

[Ala12Rv-Tundra]

If by "simshaker" you mean a jetseat with 8 vibrators, yes, that´s better than a single unit buttkicker. The ability to notice side effects like huey door gunners, cannon position, from what wing drops a bomb and such is a great tool to have on DCS.
Also bear in mind both systems can be add up, taking full advantage of their strengths. Buttkicker is great for effects like touchdown, burner, engine...

[rapid]

Very interested in getting either at some point.

Buttshaker been the cheaper option.

Isn't there some embargo of the Simshaker site?

[rapid]

Anyone tried this>>>>U-Shake6?

https://www.simracingstudio.com/product-page/srs-ushake6-includes-srs-license-for-bass-shaker

 

[erniedaoage]

Go to their website and get in contact with them. I ordered a Simshaker Jetpad couple weeks ago and everything worked out fine! Sergio is a great guy!

 

[rapid]

Well it's a toss up between Simshaker and u-Shaker6

[Bob1943]

You might review this thread for some more ideas.  It includes several pictures of the bass shaker system that I built as well.

 

[rapid]

I will view your suggestion.

[rapid]

Could anyone expand on why the U-Shaker6 has a power amp while the Simshaker doe not require one  to drive the Transducers?

[Mr_sukebe]

The jetseat is a powered unit, that connects to both a standalone PSU and via USB to your PC for control by the Simshaker App.  The transducers within a jetseat basically include all that's needed, so the equivalent of amplifiers.

[rapid]

Many thanks.

[kkernan]

@rapid Curious if you made a decision here, what it was, and how you feel about it.

[rapid]

On 9/7/2023 at 11:00 PM, kkernan said:

@rapid Curious if you made a decision here, what it was, and how you feel about it.

Hi Sorry about the late reply.

I went with the HF8 in the end only because most people here use the  Jet Pad and seem happy with it. The HF8 is cheaper with less cables and seems to work ok we just don't get full use of the 8 motors when we use SSA, we only get the use of 6 motors but you can access all 8 motors by using  the HF8 software albeit   with less tweaking options in their software.

The U-Shaker6 would be the more premium option as the transducers react quicker than waiting for the motors to spin up like in the HF8 but after a while you don't notice it.

 

Hope this helps you.

 

Rapid

[void68]

I own a HF8 with SSA, quite good and I can recommend it. However I would like to add the Buttkicker Gamer Pro to feel something really moving my chair. Anyone installed both? My question is if this is possible and don't conflict with each other. I am a bit cautious because I don't know if two or more systems can parallel readout DCS ports as I got a problem with my feedback in the OrionII base died since I installed the HF8 (what can be a coincidence).

[hannibal]

I use simshaker aviators (free) in conjunction with simshaker sound module (paid) to push audio to my bass shakers. I can not sim without these

[eatthis]

i have simshaker and make my own transducer using a knackered 12" sub, works well although the simshaker software can be a bit tempremental