JEFF31 Posted April 30, 2021 Share Posted April 30, 2021 On 4/27/2021 at 7:36 AM, Gr8dane said: I've got you down for 2, thanks! BTW - If your making 'X' controllers and someone chimes in wanting one but your at 'X' - I'll gladly give up one of mine to that person! Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8dane Posted May 5, 2021 Author Share Posted May 5, 2021 The first batch of 9 GDE Vectrex controllers is complete! Thank you to everyone who pre-ordered, giving me the confidence boost to make this project happen! I'll be ordering parts to start a batch of 25 in the coming weeks. For anyone interested, I am still adding to the pre-order list, however, it is getting pretty long. Also, for future rounds, the price will be $80 shipped within the US. Shipping costs were higher than I anticipated in the first round. Two other news updates: 1)I'm looking into starting to use genuine Sanwa buttons. These are more expensive, but a lot of people seem to be willing to pay the premium for them. 2)My next endeavor is going to be autofire (or turbofire) controllers. These will also be a more expensive version. More news to come! 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akator Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 Looking forward to the next round. Any idea when you might be ready? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8dane Posted June 5, 2021 Author Share Posted June 5, 2021 On 6/4/2021 at 3:25 AM, akator said: Looking forward to the next round. Any idea when you might be ready? Unfortunately one of the parts I need to order is sold out. I'm looking for alternatives. My goal is still to get 50 done by end of summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jodeus Posted August 13, 2021 Share Posted August 13, 2021 I would be interested in one or two of these when you get the next run done. thanks. -Jody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeKryptonite Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 Hi there, I'd love to order one of these if you're able to ship to Canada. I'll pay for any additional shipping costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dagels397 Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 Would love to have one of these -- especially with Sanwa/turo-fire options potentially in the works! The guy had changed at least one of the buttons out it seems, but this controller was awesome while playing Mine Storm at the vintage computers section of Southern Fried. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8dane Posted August 23, 2021 Author Share Posted August 23, 2021 On 8/21/2021 at 6:33 AM, Dagels397 said: Would love to have one of these -- especially with Sanwa/turo-fire options potentially in the works! The guy had changed at least one of the buttons out it seems, but this controller was awesome while playing Mine Storm at the vintage computers section of Southern Fried. Hey, I'm glad you got a chance to try it out! I only sent him the enclosure with overlay, he installed his own buttons and joystick. The turbo-fire edition is likely a year out, or so, since I'm still trying to fill pre-orders for the standard controller. I'll put you on the pre-order list, that way you'll stay in the loop. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonySwish Posted September 3, 2021 Share Posted September 3, 2021 On 8/23/2021 at 10:58 AM, Gr8dane said: Hey, I'm glad you got a chance to try it out! I only sent him the enclosure with overlay, he installed his own buttons and joystick. The turbo-fire edition is likely a year out, or so, since I'm still trying to fill pre-orders for the standard controller. I'll put you on the pre-order list, that way you'll stay in the loop. I saw the controller at Southern Fried as well and I'm glad I came across this thread as I just recently acquired a Vectrex. Any chance I could get added to the list for a standard controller? I'd really like one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixdownita Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 On 8/23/2021 at 7:58 AM, Gr8dane said: Hey, I'm glad you got a chance to try it out! I only sent him the enclosure with overlay, he installed his own buttons and joystick. The turbo-fire edition is likely a year out, or so, since I'm still trying to fill pre-orders for the standard controller. I'll put you on the pre-order list, that way you'll stay in the loop. The buttons on that picture look reversed (aka 4 is outside vs your first pictures), what gives? I'd be interested in one but I am not sure if I like to keep the original Vectrex layout with 4 at the far right or if there was a solid reason your default layout has 1 in that position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8dane Posted September 7, 2021 Author Share Posted September 7, 2021 7 hours ago, phoenixdownita said: The buttons on that picture look reversed (aka 4 is outside vs your first pictures), what gives? I'd be interested in one but I am not sure if I like to keep the original Vectrex layout with 4 at the far right or if there was a solid reason your default layout has 1 in that position. I make versions with both button layouts. The main reason for the 4-3-2-1 button order is it's more comfortable for me on shooter games like Minestorm. The downside to this is confusing yourself on other games where the button order relates to what's on the screen. Most people prefer the original 1-2-3-4 button order (about 8:1 or more). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixdownita Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 8 hours ago, Gr8dane said: I make versions with both button layouts. The main reason for the 4-3-2-1 button order is it's more comfortable for me on shooter games like Minestorm. The downside to this is confusing yourself on other games where the button order relates to what's on the screen. Most people prefer the original 1-2-3-4 button order (about 8:1 or more). What would the Sanwa option cost? I think I would like one of these in the original 1-2-3-4 order, trying to figure out if the Sanwa upgrade is worthy. Any update on when you'll be able to produce more? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8dane Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 I'm planning to offer a deluxe version with Sanwa buttons and a different joystick with custom springs, but I haven't worked out pricing yet. It is often difficult to source those buttons, as they seem to sell out quickly. For a controller with Sanwa buttons and a basic joystick, possibly $110 shipped within the US. I have ordered parts for another run of 50 basic controllers. After those are complete, I think I'll start offering the deluxe version, most likely next year. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulace50 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 I'd love to buy one of the custom sticks you mentioned. Could you put me down for 1? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard42 Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 I would also like to be on your pre-order list for one of these joysticks, with the 1-2-3-4 layout. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Mitchell Posted September 18, 2021 Share Posted September 18, 2021 (edited) On 8/23/2021 at 10:58 AM, Gr8dane said: Hey, I'm glad you got a chance to try it out! I only sent him the enclosure with overlay, he installed his own buttons and joystick. Thanks Dane for selling the enclosures to me so that I could install genuine Sanwa buttons and Sean Kelly's repro Vectrex cable. (I chose the Red/Black button for V4 so that newbies would presume that it is Fire!) It was a hit at the Vintage Computer Festival section of the Southern Fried Gaming Expo. Edited September 18, 2021 by Rob Mitchell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Mitchell Posted September 18, 2021 Share Posted September 18, 2021 (edited) On 8/21/2021 at 6:33 AM, Dagels397 said: Would love to have one of these -- especially with Sanwa .. Those were genuine Sanwa buttons you tried .. I'm glad you liked it! Edited September 18, 2021 by Rob Mitchell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamchevy Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 Just curious where did you purchase your PCBs? I’m looking at making a custom Vectrex controller and Im trying to find a PCB that supports analog.Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8dane Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 9 hours ago, adamchevy said: Just curious where did you purchase your PCBs? I’m looking at making a custom Vectrex controller and Im trying to find a PCB that supports analog. Thanks My controllers are wired directly to components, no PCBs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamchevy Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 3 hours ago, Gr8dane said: My controllers are wired directly to components, no PCBs. Why do people use PCBS then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blitter Posted January 23, 2022 Share Posted January 23, 2022 Please put me down for two for any future runs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulace50 Posted January 25, 2022 Share Posted January 25, 2022 I hadn't heard anything in a long time - just wanted to make sure I'm still on the list for a deluxe controller. I'm not a facebook guy, so hopefully I'll hear something here. Thanks, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrizzLee Posted February 2, 2022 Share Posted February 2, 2022 Just found this. I'd be very interested if I can get on the list for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minwah Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 On 10/7/2021 at 5:55 PM, adamchevy said: Why do people use PCBS then? It's just a tidy way to do it, especially if you are making a digital controller which from memory needs more components than an analog one. You don't need to use a PCB, you could use some prototype board, or wire the components directly as Gr8dane said. You can get PCBs that support analog & digital (& more) from here: http://www.clockworkrobot.com/shop/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LIME LYSTA Posted February 13, 2022 Share Posted February 13, 2022 On 4/27/2021 at 4:36 AM, Gr8dane said: I've got you down for 2, thanks! Please mark me down for one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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