VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

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VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby AeroGator » Thu Feb 13, 2025 13:34

How do you space pilots pull off strafe maneuvers?

I mean, sliding your ship sideways without yawing.
Or, going up or down (whatever you call “up” and “down” in space :) ) without altering your pitch and roll attitude.

What controls do you use for that?
It’s a straightforward question, but there’s no equally straightforward answer.
Every space pilot customizes his controls to suit his own style.

The need for a control device that enables these moves in a way that’s both ergonomic and anatomically sound, has always been clear.

Was clear.

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Till now.
Because here’s a new control device, designed specifically with strafing in mind.

VKB STG - Space Throttle Grip.
For righties and for lefties.

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Forward and back, you rock the lever, using your shoulder muscles, as they're stronger at the cost of being less precise; but when it comes to strafing, here comes the precision only attainable by hand muscles.

STG-L_04_1200.jpg


Another new design from VKB. Because with VKB this Universe is yours.
(please check the video https://youtu.be/kDN3i8DmMmA at VKB Youtube channel!)
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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby Stonehenge » Thu Feb 13, 2025 16:04

WHEN will it be avaiable??? Importantly Europe

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby mixedd » Thu Feb 13, 2025 17:35

Just waiting for release and availability, as will grab one definetly.

Just a question tough, will it go as a full package or just and upgrade kit for existing STECS, or both?

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby fallout9 » Sun Feb 16, 2025 21:15

Stonehenge wrote:WHEN will it be avaiable??? Importantly Europe


Most probably next week. The EU store will provide am air drop product until they will receive regular stock.

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby fallout9 » Sun Feb 16, 2025 21:17

mixedd wrote:Just waiting for release and availability, as will grab one definetly.

Just a question tough, will it go as a full package or just and upgrade kit for existing STECS, or both?


It will come as a basic throttle, with grip and base, but, if you already have a STECS version, you can swap the grip.

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby rtrski » Mon Feb 17, 2025 2:31

I know you can't give dates or progress reports. Can you just say if linear axis STECS base with electronic detent is still intended for eventual release?

I'm well served by a LH lateral Kosmo Prem. But I'd ADD a linear throttle as a further option, because First World Choices! A rotary axis one isn't as compelling an alternative.
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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby fallout9 » Mon Feb 17, 2025 11:04

Of course, as promised.

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby faybs » Thu Feb 20, 2025 13:07

Looks cool! Shame there is no rubber boot between the throttle grip and the thrust axis lever it's attached to, it would look even better. I'm guessing you guys tested it, and it interfered with sensitivity?

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby MoxinTark » Fri Feb 21, 2025 4:47

fallout9 wrote:
mixedd wrote:Just waiting for release and availability, as will grab one definetly.

Just a question tough, will it go as a full package or just and upgrade kit for existing STECS, or both?


It will come as a basic throttle, with grip and base, but, if you already have a STECS version, you can swap the grip.


Will it be the other way around? Will there be a STECS grip if you buy the space throttle base?

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby fallout9 » Sat Feb 22, 2025 3:07

Yes, both grips will be in stores.

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby Jordin » Thu Feb 27, 2025 7:59

Any idea when these will be available in Australia?

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby verchan » Thu Feb 27, 2025 18:02

I just registered for this :) any news on the availability for the EU store?

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby Gizmhail » Fri Feb 28, 2025 1:03

I also just registered thanks to this news :D

Thank you all, a lot. As a left-handed player, as a space sim player, this is a dream. Just a left-handed throttle, it was crazy, I was hoping for that for years <3 But the innovative approach for additional axes makes it even better, perfect.

Can't wait to see it pop on the EU store, I think I will refresh the store 10 times a day (maybe an hour) for the coming weeks.

But no matter the wait, thank you again ^_^

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby verchan » Fri Mar 07, 2025 18:28

fallout9 wrote:
Stonehenge wrote:WHEN will it be avaiable??? Importantly Europe


Most probably next week. The EU store will provide am air drop product until they will receive regular stock.


The STG is available in the US store now, any news on the EU store? Thanks.

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Re: VKB SPACE THROTTLE GRIP is Here

Postby fallout9 » Sat Mar 08, 2025 1:44

As usual, because the EU store receives the stock by sea, it's slower. But they're doing their best to get stock ASAP.


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