|
| Notices |
Welcome to the DriverHeaven.net forums. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today! If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact contact us. |
 |
Aug 4, 2005, 09:28 AM
|
#1 (permalink)
|
|
Driverheaven brewmaster
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Posts: 4,834
|
Which game pad should I choose?
Out of these 3:
Logitech dual action
Saitek p880
Saitek p2500
In a pad I'm looking for the best acting analog sticks, buttons that depress nicely, and nice ergonomics. I'm kinda weary of the logitech as I've read many calibration issues with the analog sticks...which do you suggest and why? Of course if you think another is better please pipe in  (no wireless pads though)
__________________
A beer a day keeps the doctor away.
|
|
|
Aug 4, 2005, 09:52 AM
|
#2 (permalink)
|
|
DriverHeaven Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 526
|
I dont know anything about the saitek pads, but I would avoid the logitec dual action pads. I bought one before and it was the worst gamepad I ever owned. It felt like it was made of very cheap parts and basically became non-functional after a couple months. The left analog would touch the base of the pad before registering. You could recalibrate it, but it would only work for maybe 15 mins then youcouldnt move again.
What I would reccomend is getting a Playstation 2 controller and USB adapter. You can find the adapter for about $10 w/ vibration supported. If you dont have a PS2 controller you could prob pick up a used one for very cheap.
__________________
Sony Vaio PCV-RX670
P4 1.8ghz
XP Pro SP2
1 GB PC2100 RAM
ATI All in Wonder 9700 pro
Audigy 2 ZS
Aquamark ~29,500
3dMark03 ~ 5,000
|
|
|
Aug 4, 2005, 10:24 AM
|
#3 (permalink)
|
|
DriverHeaven Junior Member
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Montreal, Qc, Ca
Posts: 71
|
Hmm, I've owned the logitech for quite a while and have had no problem with it. I even use it quite regularly and I love it. I have to agree though, the ps2 controller/adapter option might be best.
__________________
- Amd 64 Winchester 3200+ @ 2.5ghz - ATI 9600 np(the little card that could) - Msi K8n neo 2 plat - 512mb ddr 3200 -
|
|
|
Aug 4, 2005, 11:36 AM
|
#4 (permalink)
|
|
DriverHeaven Extreme Member
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Ohio
Posts: 8,467
|
I have the P880, and have no problems with it.
__________________
Quote:
Originally Posted by WaltC
Ignorance isn't just bliss, it's also a Mac. (OK, forgive me...  )
|

|
|
|
Aug 4, 2005, 01:04 PM
|
#5 (permalink)
|
|
Driverheaven brewmaster
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Posts: 4,834
|
Are the p880 and p2500 the exact same besides the 2500 having rumble support? I'm been wondering why the 2500 is cheaper....
__________________
A beer a day keeps the doctor away.
|
|
|
| Thread Tools |
|
|
| Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
|
|