prostx23 Posted October 16, 2010 Share Posted October 16, 2010 Hi, I have a preference for the Competition Pro JoySticks myself. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2600FunTimes Posted October 16, 2010 Share Posted October 16, 2010 Big fan of the CX-40 myself. I also use it on the 7800. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prostx23 Posted October 16, 2010 Share Posted October 16, 2010 Big fan of the CX-40 myself. I also use it on the 7800. The standard 2600 controller is great, although these days I use them sporadically. As kids (during the 2600's salad days when they were the only choice) my friends and I beat the hell out of them and they held up great. Nowadays when I pick one up I feel as though it's going to snap if I'm too rough with it. How can one's perceptions be altered so dramatically, especially when actual experience proves otherwise? Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaperman Posted October 16, 2010 Share Posted October 16, 2010 (edited) As kids (during the 2600's salad days when they were the only choice) my friends and I beat the hell out of them and they held up great. Nowadays when I pick one up I feel as though it's going to snap if I'm too rough with it. How can one's perceptions be altered so dramatically, especially when actual experience proves otherwise? I don't know, I broke every one of them I had as a kid, and it's not uncommon for me to come across broken ones at thrift shops. They are one reason I like 500xj, which is much tougher. As a kid I broke only one of those, and it took me quite a while. The hinge on top of the trigger button finally gave out. Edited October 16, 2010 by Reaperman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightSprinter Posted October 16, 2010 Share Posted October 16, 2010 (edited) Iunno, I'm watching a video of a microswitch mod for the CX40 sticks on YouTube (done by a user by the name of SVT512). I think it would be worth attempting. [Edit] Edited October 16, 2010 by NightSprinter 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Franzman Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I have a preference for the Competition Pro JoySticks myself. I assume you mean the Competition Pro 5000, but Coin Controls also made Competition Pro 1000 and 3000 models (which were similar to each other, but not to the 5000, were very cheaply made, and are rather rare). The 5000 is being reproduced today in several versions, without the "5000" model name, adding to the confusion. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prostx23 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 (edited) I have a preference for the Competition Pro JoySticks myself. I assume you mean the Competition Pro 5000, but Coin Controls also made Competition Pro 1000 and 3000 models (which were similar to each other, but not to the 5000, were very cheaply made, and are rather rare). The 5000 is being reproduced today in several versions, without the "5000" model name, adding to the confusion. I believe it is the 5000, I bought it in 1989 and have never had any problems with it despite heavy use. I understand that the new 5000's are on the cheap side, but you're saying the original 5000 is below par also in comparison to 1000 and 3000 (neither of which I've ever tried)? Mike PS: My competition Pro 5000 doesn't have 5000 on it anywhere (and I no longer have the packaging) but I assume it is an original since I bought it new in 1989...or possibly 1990. Edited October 17, 2010 by prostx23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbarius Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 (edited) I understand that the new 5000's are on the cheap side, but you're saying the original 5000 is below par also in comparison to 1000 and 3000 (neither of which I've ever tried)? I had to read his post twice to get it, but I think he meant the 1000 and 3000 were cheaply made, and the 5000 the real thing. Sooner or later I'll get myself a pair of Competition Pros as well. Everyone who had them back in the day says they're the best, so it must be true Currently I primarily use my SIGMA "Arcade style" type of joystick and also the 7800 joypads. I like both, but they have some flaws to them. The actual stick on the Sigma is quite small, and the directional pads on the joypads sometimes get jammed. Oh, and recently I stumbled upon someone mentioning the Technoplus Swift Joypad, which looks quite neat... (Unfortunately there seems to be no zoomed in picture... oh, yes there is, but it doesn't work normally...) Edited October 17, 2010 by Herbarius Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cynicaster Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 As kids (during the 2600's salad days when they were the only choice) my friends and I beat the hell out of them and they held up great. Nowadays when I pick one up I feel as though it's going to snap if I'm too rough with it. How can one's perceptions be altered so dramatically, especially when actual experience proves otherwise? I don't know, I broke every one of them I had as a kid, and it's not uncommon for me to come across broken ones at thrift shops. They are one reason I like 500xj, which is much tougher. As a kid I broke only one of those, and it took me quite a while. The hinge on top of the trigger button finally gave out. Yeah, I seem to recall going through quite a few of the standard Atari joysticks. But then again, my brother and I played an awful lot of Decathlon, which probably explains it for the most part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scogey Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 The Slik Stick was pretty small...It was ok for me as I use the thumb on top grip. I got a box of games that also had some of the GemSticks which I havn't tried yet...so I'll definately check those out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zedex Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Does anyone here want to give their opinion on the Archer/Quickshot joysticks? They look pretty cool. I've heard the reliability isn't great. They're flight stick style joysticks, with suction cups. Must be pretty good for Air Raiders on the 2600. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 (edited) I think I have a sack of those Archer/Quickshot sticks. If you're talking about what I think you are, I hate them. This is my controller of choice for most Atari games... edit: god damn this new forum update Edited September 19, 2011 by Rex Dart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deteacher Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 That's easy. The trusty CX-40. Nothing will ever compare to the original. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zedex Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 That's easy. The trusty CX-40. Nothing will ever compare to the original. I have to agree. They're what the Atari 2600 games were designed to be played with. There may be better joysticks, but the CX40 is the way the Atari 2600 is meant to be played with. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pimpmaul69 Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 i use a japanese Hori fighting stick multi that works for genesis, snes and pc engine. has turbo buttons and micro switches in the stick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kane Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 I've been looking at getting a better stick lately and have had my eye on the Tac-2 or Wico. I want to stay away from the 'pad' switches like the CX40 has and was wondering if the Wico or Tac-2 have actual 'clicky' microswitch style switches for the stick, anybody know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pimpmaul69 Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 (edited) Does anyone here want to give their opinion on the Archer/Quickshot joysticks? They look pretty cool. I've heard the reliability isn't great. They're flight stick style joysticks, with suction cups. Must be pretty good for Air Raiders on the 2600. I've been looking at getting a better stick lately and have had my eye on the Tac-2 or Wico. I want to stay away from the 'pad' switches like the CX40 has and was wondering if the Wico or Tac-2 have actual 'clicky' microswitch style switches for the stick, anybody know? Quickshot II plus has microswitches and rapid fire. regular quickshot has no rapid fire. they are also called archer. good solid base and suction cups. has good throw, not tight like the cx-40 which i am no fan of (especially trying to play 8 way direction games).very responsive. i prefer the quickshot II plus however over the quickshot I. also their is one just called quickshot which looks crappy. as far as reliability if you break one you probably have serious anger issues and need to work on that first. http://www.atarimaga.../joysticks.html here is a review someone did in very detail on their thoughts on the different joysticks. my opinions are a little different because i hate tight joysticks. Edited September 20, 2011 by pimpmaul69 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjaukifa Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Or you could do what I did and just build a joystick out of Arcade parts The advantages to that you can setup the button location to where you want and you can customize the stick you use as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowCoder Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Of the ones I have, the Slik Stik is my favorite, due to the very short throw. I'd prefer a larger fire button, but it's very good over all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zedex Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 I've been looking at getting a better stick lately and have had my eye on the Tac-2 or Wico. I want to stay away from the 'pad' switches like the CX40 has and was wondering if the Wico or Tac-2 have actual 'clicky' microswitch style switches for the stick, anybody know? Wico has leaf switches, Tac-2 has a weird ball contact that makes a sort of "tap tap tap" sound. If you want microswitches, get a Competition Pro. The reproductions aren't great, but you can get an original here: https://www.atari2600.com/item--Competition-Pro-5000--ATA26CON0187.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjaukifa Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 I've been looking at getting a better stick lately and have had my eye on the Tac-2 or Wico. I want to stay away from the 'pad' switches like the CX40 has and was wondering if the Wico or Tac-2 have actual 'clicky' microswitch style switches for the stick, anybody know? Wico has leaf switches, Tac-2 has a weird ball contact that makes a sort of "tap tap tap" sound. If you want microswitches, get a Competition Pro. The reproductions aren't great, but you can get an original here: https://www.atari260...A26CON0187.html I've got a Tac-2 and loved it, but the buttons were too small for me which is why I build my own controller for the 2600. If the buttons were slightly bigger, I would have stuck with the Tac-2 all the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariBrian Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 the cx-40 post updating it with best electronics gold kit with the new stick... works awesome ! anyone have that also? whats your opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zedex Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 I've been looking at getting a better stick lately and have had my eye on the Tac-2 or Wico. I want to stay away from the 'pad' switches like the CX40 has and was wondering if the Wico or Tac-2 have actual 'clicky' microswitch style switches for the stick, anybody know? Wico has leaf switches, Tac-2 has a weird ball contact that makes a sort of "tap tap tap" sound. If you want microswitches, get a Competition Pro. The reproductions aren't great, but you can get an original here: https://www.atari260...A26CON0187.html I've got a Tac-2 and loved it, but the buttons were too small for me which is why I build my own controller for the 2600. If the buttons were slightly bigger, I would have stuck with the Tac-2 all the way. How easy is it to build an arcade joystick? I'm not good with soldering and wiring and the like, but I want a kick ass joystick thats exactly the way I want it. I'd use Suzo-Happ parts, because Dutch things are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Incredibly easy, you don't even necessarily need to solder. The toughest part is locating/building the case to bolt the stick & buttons to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjaukifa Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 As long as you have good drill bits, I think you need 1" 1/8 for the buttons, then you are good to go, the real question is how good is your wood working skills? For my Atari 2600, I just used a Plastic Project box from Radio Shack which turned out wonderful, though I have used wood in the past. As for the wiring all you need are some wire strippers and some wire connectors and obviously some wire. Very easy B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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