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12.5.2017

Having built a custom rig this last month, what was required as a decent controller to use for my sim games and this was the choice I went with. I have previously owned the G920 steering wheel & pedals, but found (for my smallish home anyway) that they simply took up too much space.This I use for my various flying games, for which ideal, and the odd driving game (euro truck sim 2, forza racing game). I found the stick extremely responsive and accurate/precise. The number of buttons which can be customized to do anything in these sorts of games is great, there are several axis controls which is great for any simulator where control surfaces /engines aren't just an "on/off" thing:Joystick X/Y (and Z - twist motion/rudder etc)Throttle lever1 slider on throttle lever (where left thumb would sit - on the right handed version anyway, which this is)1 dial on the top of the throttle lever (where your index finger would rest)the throttle and joystick setups are obvious, but in say euro truck, i dont use joystick forward/back for throttle/brake - i use the throttle lever for 'gas pedal' and the thumb slider for 'brake pedal'. Before I got trackIR - i used the twisty joystick to "turn my head" left/right to check for traffic etc. again - you can setup any axis/button to do any command in any game that has a controller/setup page, which 99.9% of games do.I like that the main trigger has 2 stages, good for firing missiles etc, as a part pull you may setup to try get a radar lock on your enemy, and once you hear the buzzer confirmation, you pull all the way, the 2 steps are quite far apart, certainly far enough that you can't accidentally pull trigger all the way, when you only intended for the initial half-pull. A good idea really, as there is every chance you are ducking and weaving and diving and you don't want to waste a precious limited resource in such a situation due to a dodgy trigger!!!I used windows 10 and on the machine I made, once I plugged this in, it was fully working within 10 seconds at the most. I didn't bother installing the DVD software, but i'm sure there may be some settings or something on there, but it's irrelevant for most uses as the thing just works. There is no force feedback of any kind on this model, so be aware that if you want the stick to shake, or go stiff when flying at higher speeds, you need something else. If you dont care for that, but want a high quality, nice to feel, comfortable and above all precise and accurate controller for your PC that's as easy to setup as plugging in a USB cable and waiting 5 seconds for the driver to autoload - then this won't let you down.I saw a review by someone saying the throttle was "too stiff" - there is an adjustment to loosen the throttle, but if he had already loosened it all the way, I can only guess either he was doing it wrong, or had a faulty model, because mine only needed a little bit of loosening to get the throttle to how I like it, and I had plenty of loosening to go.
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4.7.2020

I've been a fan of the X-series HOTAS setups since my first experience with the X35 that plugged into a gameport and the keyboard socket. I'd worked my way up to an X52 when Madcatz bought Saitek and everything leaped gleefully aboard the handbasket to you-know-where. The software ossified and the build quality tanked. My pre-Madcatz X52 was pretty much on its last legs and I was seriously considering other brands when Logitech stepped up and took the product line in hand. I gave 'em a bit of burn-in time while barely keeping my X52 working but it was eventually time to get off the dime and replace it.The X56 fits my (admittedly larger-than-average) hands as well as the X52 ever did.Its build quality is at least on a par with its predecessor that enabled me to keep playing through the years when I wouldn't have touched a new Saitek-branded-but-Madcatz-built unit with a bargepole. Its ergonomics suit ME almost perfectly (more about the "almost" below) but I would recommend that anyone contemplating buying one get their actual hands on one at least once before forking over the dough, so that they know how it might fit them. If this actually fits your hands you'll be in a good place with it.The two units are power-hungry. There's no getting away from that. Plug them into a powered hub and your experience will be smoother. Good USB3.0 hubs with ample power to spare are affordable enough that there's no reason to NOT use one, so this doesn't even qualify as a nitpick against the X56.However, there are some aspects that do qualify as nitpicks.On the stick:- The spring on the twist(yaw) axis is a little too stiff for my taste. Coupled with the ergonomics of the stick layout, this can potentially lead to your fingers (middle and ring particularly) cramping up after a prolonged flight session.- Button A should stand a bit prouder than it does. As it sits right now, it is hard to activate that button without nudging at least one of the three hatswitches.- The witch-hat and castle (H1 and H2) could do with a little more space between them or a differential in height to prevent catching the high points of the castle while using the witch-hat.On the throttle:- The scroll control on the left of the throttle needs to either be a 360-degree relative control, like every other scroll wheel in the universe, or not be a scroll control. Relative controls like scroll should never have a min and max position.In the software:- If you're going to let us assign curves to any axis, let us do it for ALL of them, including the rotaries and thumbsticks, not just the major ones.These are all really minor gripes, but together they are what cost this product its fifth star from me.
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6.10.2018

I read a lot of bad reviews about how these units seem to fail pretty quickly. I've deliberately held off posting a review about it until now, to give me plenty of time to put it through it's paces.It's worth noting at this point that I did void the warranty within a week of unboxing it. I bought this primarily for use with flight simulators, which meant I had to get rid of two things, both of which I had researched and planned before even buying the product:1) The centring spring on the stick;2) The throttle detent.Depending on what you want to use this product for, the setup out of the box may be suitable for you. For me, however, a self-centring joystick is unrealistic for flight simulators,especially when the centring spring has heavy tension and is not adjustable. So I removed it completely.With the throttle (in my case, used primarily as the collective lever for helicopter simulation), it had a nasty detent which prevented smooth, precise input required during flight, especially hovering.These mods are easy to do and the details can be easily found online through various forums. Bear in mind that ANY modification WILL void your warranty!Now onto the important stuff. I've clocked up around 200 hours of usage on this product, and it's still going as strong as the day I unboxed it. The build quality is great and is as to expected with any other Logitech product, and the ergonomics feel comfortable and natural. Anyone planning long sessions using this product should be able to do so without worrying about fatigue or aches and pains. All of the buttons and switches are within easy reach, and it doesn't take long to get used to their respective positions, so you can find them easily even if you happen to be wearing a VR headset.The Logitech profiling software could really use a HUGE update to make it simpler and easier to use. Again, searching online for tips and advice was the way forward for me, as the software really lacks any sort of help or guidance regarding it's usage.Ultimately, this product continues to perform above and beyond my initial expectations. It's precise, it's responsive, and I don't think it's possible to run out of fingertip control with the huge array of buttons and switches available. It's completely transformed my flight simulation experience!
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21.4.2020

My old Saitek Cyborg Evo finally gave up the ghost so it was time to replace it with something new. I definitely wanted a joystick with a Z rotation and having read many reviews after some deliberation (as the comments were mixed) I decided to go with the Logitech branded X52 Pro. I did ensure that I got the Logitech rather than the older Saitek version which has had some very poor reviews.The two units are mainly plastic but feel robust and the cable that joins them seems to be good quality. On plugging into a USB port the drivers are automatically downloaded and you’re ready to go. There is some software as well that you can download but I haven’t bothered with it as the units already have more buttons than I need.The joystick action has a nice light feel which I particularly like,the button placement is good and being lit with LED’s you can change the colour and intensity. With deadzones set to 0 I couldn’t see any evidence of drift from the properties page but running in X4 Foundations with zero deadzone there was an almost imperceptible drift on the X axis. Upping to 1% in X4 Foundations stopped it but it was really not enough to worry me in first place.The throttle is a little stiffer than I would like ideally. There is an adjustment wheel which helps but it doesn’t seem to make a huge amount of difference. I soon got used to it though as the action is very smooth. The lower detent seems mainly imperceptible, the upper one is noticeable which I quite like though it’s not to everyone’s taste. Again there are a number of buttons, well placed on the handle and a MFD display that I don’t see the point of myself, but if you’re in MS Flight Sim it’s probably very useful.The units also come with some rubber sucker feet to hold the units in place on a desktop. I found I didn’t need them myself as the units are quite large and stable but if you’re someone that twists and turns a lot when you play a combat sim then no doubt you would find them useful.I have been very pleased indeed with both these units and would certainly recommend them based on my experience with them so far
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10.3.2018

Ordering a x56 is little like lottery, you either get a good device with no issues and it might last you a long time or you get a defect out the box but either way you should not expect a “care free device”.I still have the Saitek version and mine was quite ok out the box with one exception that seems standard for this particular version. The twist axis potentiometer has issues with centering and contact. It will be slightly offset in center meaning you’ll either have to DIY a little or try to compensate with curves. Silicone lube spray is practically a must for maintaining this thing and it’s usually needed roght out the box especially for the twist potentiometer.Comparing it to x55 predecessor,the x55 had better quality potentiometers all around and particularly the two rotaries that are on the throttle.My thumb sticks work perfectly and I’ve had no issues with them yet.If the quality control and assembly was top notch this would definitely be the best HOTAS on the market for space and 6dof games but alas that’s not the case.Despite all cons I’d you get lucky and get a good device, you should be good.I will stick to mine as long as possible because function wise it is the best thing on the market, I’d just love if Logitech did a complete overhaul keeping the original design but with better quality parts and assembly.The posibities using the configuration software are endless and on top of a plethora of buttons and switches as well as analog axis there’s even a mode switch that triples all of that.I would recommend this HOTAS with one caveat - don’t expect you won’t ever have to take the screwdriver in your hands and tweaking your device.If you have issues with throttle lever being too stiff, set the tention knob to min and work the lever for a few minutes as it should lighten up, and ultimately you can remove some of the internal sticky grease or even remove the friction plates completely.
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25.8.2020

This is a really good mid-level Hotas setup. Perfect for a variety of games. I've put in a good few hours across titles such as Elite Dangerous, IL2 Sturmovik: Great Battles, DCS World and more recently MS Flight Sim 2020. I have no real issues with any of these titles. Buttons have been easily remapped and I've been truly immersed in the world of being an average at best pilot :-)I'm not sure if since Logitech took over, the build quality has improved, but I've not noticed anything negative. Everything is still working and as it should be after a few hundred hours of use. The unit is made from plastic, but I've found it has a good feel and stays in position on my desk during those intense dogfights.The USB cable are also long enough that I can store both the stock and throttle unit on a shelf above my desk, when not it use.I can also confirm, for the arcade loving flyers out there, that the X56 now works with Ace Combat 7. Buttons cannot be as easily remapped for this title, but the default binds are more than serviceable.One thing I will say, this stick probably lends itself more to those with larger hands. Thankfully, as an over 6ft3 user, I've not personally had any issue; with my thumbs being able to reach all hats and buttons across the top of the stick. I can imagine people with smaller paws may find their hand being quite strained after a sustained session, particularly if they are also using the flight stick for rudder control, rather than using separate pedals.p.s. I've had very few conflicts between this unit and non-flight related games, with the exception of Dark Souls 2; in which having the Hotas connected makes the player character run in a circle. I mean, why wouldn't it make that game harder!
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21.4.2019

I wanted to buy a HOTAS for use in DCS World on Steam, the excellent Combat Flight Sim. The best tutorials come from youtube performed by Grimreapers. The instructor uses a Saitek X-56 Rhino HOTAS and tells you how to map out the most important controls onto your HOTAS for each aircraft. I therefore searched Amazon to buy the Saitek X-56 Rhino, but none were on sale. However, the reviews for this HOTAS complained of the flimsy switches and poor/weak build quality by Saitek. I then found that the X-56 Rhino can be bought, but this time it is made by Logitech. I purchased it and it arrived the very next day with PRIME. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent build quality of the two parts (Throttle Section/Stick Section).They are heavy, robust and very high quality. The switches, everything built just the way one would expect for that price. All keys, switches, wheels, 4-point switches, etc very easy to map. Even the back-lights (LED) can be customised in any colour or shade you would like. Only one slight criticism though, there are no instructions for assembly. I was slightly confused as three spare stick springs come with the package. I wondered how I was to fit them. However, after watching an assembly tutorial on youtube (not by Logitech) I found they were simply spares of differing strength/stiffness for you to customize your stick to your liking. The standard spring was already fitted and the stick simply screws onto it's base with that spring. Also, it is not explained in the packaging that there is a Logitech website to visit and download software for testing and tweaking the settings on your HOTAS. A slight grumble for an excellent piece of kit.
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23.2.2017

This HOTAS replaced my second X52 Pro from the pre-Logitech era. The second one had lasted nearly 18 months, better than the 3 months of the first one. They do have a reputation for having poor build quality, and my experience bore that out, so why would I buy a third?Firstly, because I was given a full refund when I returned the broken one to Amazon UK. So financially I wasn't loosing out.Secondly, for all it's poor reliability record the X52 Pro is ideal for playing Elite Dangerous. It has enough buttons (although I still need to use the pinky switch to double up a lot of buttons). I can play all night, including wing combat (so selecting wingman and then switching to their target)all regular flying, landing, menu navigation... and I don't have to touch a keyboard unless I need to type (so to search a system in the system map or respond to text chat.For Elite Dangerous it's fantastic. My only concern is that now my four year-old is using it to fly his Asp Explorer I might be advised to keep a spare handy, he's a little stronger handed than me which is worrying.Thirdly, it's size. I've tried a TM Warthog and it's huge. My hands are small and I just couldn't get on with the Warthog over the weekend I borrowed it. The X55/X56 is bigger than the X52 Pro and I've heard friends describe it as a big stick, so that's not an option.Since Logitech have bought Saitek I think the space-sim community is hoping that they produce a new HOTAS product that has improved quality and suits the needs of flying in space. Until then, I'll keep replacing my broken X52 Pros with more X52 pros.
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8.4.2017

X52 - PRO: This is a good HOTAS for Elite Dangerous. However I did need to mod mine to make it better.1. The stick is a bit floppy although quite precise so I did the spring compression mod that tightens up that problem. Takes 5 mins with a few cable ties or some foam cut outs.2. The stick became a bit sticky after a few months so I have to reapply some good quality silicone grease evry few months to keep it moving smoothly.3. The hall sensors inside the stick use magnets and there is quite a large deadzone on stock. You can buy some cheap magnets and add them to the existing ones and this really tightens up the sensitivity - much better now.4. The Throttle has some indents for 10% and 90% which I have removed.Useless for Elite but may be useful for other games?5. The software for this is quite powerful but suffers from a terrible GUI. One must for Elite players is to disable Clutch Mode which makes button E work properly in the game and also you need to unbind the pinky trigger in the software too.Other than that I have had the stick for 18 months and it has held up well and has given me great pleasure using it in ED. If you want a great HOTAS for space sims I don't think you can find much better.
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6.10.2017

Decided to give it a shot, seeing as Logitech were in control of Saitek, and it had been a few months since it had come out. Unfortunately, the y-axis on the joystick was completely dead on arrival. Contacted Logitech support, so hopefully I'll get a replacement.Other than that, though, this product is a lot bigger than I expected - a nice surprise, more than anything. It appears well-built, though obviously, not well enough, considering all the problems people have been having. I do think the throttle should be a lot heavier, however. At the moment, everytime you pull back or forward, the whole base moves with it, no matter what firmness the throttle was set to.EDITAs of 07/10/17,the joystick miraculously started to work in full. After uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers, trying out different USB port combinations, the y-axis now registers! I shall be changing the review to 4-stars, having actually tried it and seen how good it really is when actually playing. It's flawed, without a doubt, but it's still a Saitek design. Logitech may manufacture it, but the old flaws still haven't gone away. I suspect we'll see a better product once Logitech knocks some sense into that division.
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8.2.2020

A good, well built stick. Build quality compared to my old X52 Pro is miles ahead.All the switches feel solid and have a positive, crisp response when depressed or thrown; not mushy and wobbly like some joysticks.A choice of springs for the stick meaning you can adjust the heaviness of the force required to move the stick.The RGB LEDs are a nice touch although they have a heavy blue tinge to them so you can't get pure white easily. It would be nice to have the joystick automatically dim the LEDs if you don't use the controls for a while.The only real complaints I'd have are with the throttle. It is too heavy even on the lowest stiffness setting so you often end up lifting the whole unit off the desk whilst trying to move the throttle quickly.Also,the graduations on the base of the throttle don't match with where the throttle is set, so when the throttle is at 50% the graduations say about 35%. I thought at first the throttle was working logarithmically but it doesn't appear to be sadly.
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5.12.2016

My Sailtex X52pro failed for the second time in less than a year, shame because I loved it. I was reluctant to purchase another unit from the same manufacturer but noticed Logitech had taken over the company. This said I decided to go for the Thrustmaster Warthog that lasted about three days then the flight stick just stopped working. Good old Amazon's returns policy. Well guess by now you have got the reason for the X56 Rhino not a lot left to choose from, I did get my hands on the new Thrustmaster T.16000M FCS Hotas but found it a little on the plastic side very light and the stick was just too small for me. When the X56 arrived I did notice that it had been opened then re-sealed with factory seals hoping this was Logitech checking them out.could be totally wrong on this.The X56 is great for Elite Dangerous feels good in the hand and is very responsive, I love it. Lets hope it lasts will update if not
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21.12.2020

The joystick itself for me is very good and I am happy with it. The look stick for POV on the actual flightstick has a thumb bevel. This gets stuck if you push it forward. I will take the stick apart later on and fix it myself. Other than that brilliant rgb lighting, all the buttons and functions work perfectly fine. I have played X wing 1993, Tie fighter, mechwarrior series, and many other sims for over half my life.I have owned CH Flightstick Pro, thrustmaster products and this one is a very solid build. It is light weight, and requires a separate usb power hub to avoid ghosting problems, so if you buy this just make sure nothing else is connected in that usb 3.0 slot.Which is one reason why laptops are not recommended for use with this product.As the bus inside the main board only has one hub for all usb ports. Great stick arrived sooner than was expected very grateful.- BrianReykjavik Iceland
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18.5.2017

I was a bit dubious given the reviews, but with the recent discount by Amazon I decided to risk it and used Prime Now (this is why it doesn't shows as Verified Purchase).Now, interestingly even though the box is still branded as Saitek, inside there was a Logitech warranty (see photo)!This gave me the hope that at the very least Logitech may have done a bit of quality control, at least they bothered to stick the warranty inside.So far I've used it on Elite Dangerous and works really well, the throttle was a bit stiff at the start, regardless of how much I adjusted it, but after a bit of use is softening up. The joystick itself feels nice, even though it's a bit noisy but not that much more than my old Thrustmaster Top Gun.So,so far really happy, it's made my Elite experience a lot better.BTW, I don't have any driver issues, I got them from the Saitek website no problem. I have Windows 10 64 Pro.
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29.8.2020

8 years ago I bought a Saitek X52 Pro joystick which after years of great service had suffered mechanical degradation and a hat had broke.Taking the opportunity to 'upgrade' I thought I try Logitech's X56, hoping this would be at least a 'spiritual successor' , but sadly no.It was clear before I'd even assembled the joystick to it's base that the 'stick had poor ergonomics for smaller-handed people. And addition I found the positioning of the 'sticks 'A' & 'B' buttons very odd but worst of all was the 'stick's square-edged trigger button that barely travelled 2mm. Certainly no where nearly as comfortable as the X52 Pro's round-edge, dual-switch, deep travel trigger.Unlike the Saitek X56 Pro,the 'stick has no facility to adjust to different sized hands.Thanks for Amazon for issuing a full refund for this rather dissapointing joystick. I've now placed an order for the X52 Pro :)
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