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Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 15:47
by itchytasty
When will this be live on the store?

I'm sitting here waiting to enter my PayPal details.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 16:01
by kdouis
UIV wrote:By Airlift - yes.
By sea need 60 days

I'm si sad
The european shop have no stock to by one
How to by a left hand premium in France ?
Waiting shop update tomorrow ?

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 16:44
by AR-870
Hey I am in Canada and still see no stock. Give it time, they never stated a release time so keep checking and I am sure you will be able to order what you need. I keep checking too, I also signed up for email notification for availability, you can also do that, when those emails go out it will be when they have updated their sites to show stock.

I can imagine there are a few of us consistently checking for stock

EDIT*** Update: I just received the email that stock has returned. Hope everyone gets what they are after.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 17:16
by duko
EU store still not updated

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 18:01
by Mr_Fy
So very excited to get one of these. My Speedlink Phantom Hawk has just developed yaw drift and I'm looking for a new stick to go with my CH Pro throttle. This is perfect for me!
I just want it to go on sale in Europe!!!!!!!
Is it ready yet?
What about now?
Now?
Now?
Now?
Now?
:D

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 18:51
by AR-870
I know exactly how you feel, I have been checking constantly since Friday in the event they may have done a early release. Alas they did not. Hope it releases soon in EU for you guys. This hardware looks OP and from those I have talked to who have VKB they say it is. I am very excited to get these. I wanted to get the desk mounts too, but I can't afford that right now. I will be rigging up my own out of 2x4's, maybe add a little duct tape for some Canadianess.

Edit* My hope is that when my wife see's the ghastly joystick mounts I have made that she will encourage I find something more appealing no matter the cost! :lol:

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 22:14
by duko
Is it out of stock already ? I was on website when notification email came.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2020 0:04
by Mr_Fy
It is now in stock in Europe!!! :-) :-) :-)

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2020 13:46
by AR-870
duko wrote:Is it out of stock already ? I was on website when notification email came.


I still see stock. You would have to refresh your page or return to home page and go back to the GLad NXT.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2020 6:31
by DHRF
Well I see VKB has return to its origins and go full modular, kudos.

BUT
Where is a Saitek type modular or not throttle?
Front panels must have regulable attachments for phones/ tablets


How the gunfighter work with this modules?

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2020 14:12
by LoftyHeights
fallout9 wrote:On the base? Then yes, 7 buttons compared with 14 buttons on the original base. But there are also 3 other modules available for it, with 5 times more buttons if needed.

Gladiator's entire USP is that you don't need modules. Guess you didn't see that.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2020 14:31
by elmar01
Now that Australians have been forced to use Aliexpress, I don't see the Gladiator NXT listed in the store? Does VKB intend to reserve stock for regions before all the stock is taken by NA customers?

https://www.aliexpress.com/store/group/ ... 08809.html

Also its disappointing that the THQ - Throttle Quadrant Module does not support reverse thrust. I think this is a design/product mistake.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Thu Aug 20, 2020 1:22
by fallout9
LoftyHeights wrote:Gladiator's entire USP is that you don't need modules. Guess you didn't see that.

Spare the sarcasm, you must've read the wrong announcement.
"Here Cometh VKB Gladiator NXT, a Next Generation modular desktop control system.
A totally new entry level solution for desktop use, expandable to suit practically all needs of a virtual professional/commercial pilot.
Gladiator NXT with a choice of 4 grips is here. Add-on modules are around the corner."

Let me translate for you: the Gladiator NXT has been created as a modular system because some people don't need the base buttons at all - they're flying HOSAS or VR and don't need any base buttons. Other people need more buttons, so they would get the Side Extension Module. Others want more axes, so they would get the Throttle Quadrant Module. For even more buttons and DIY there's the Front Switchboard Module.
One could get all the modules or only one module.

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Thu Aug 20, 2020 10:52
by duko
How long is the shipping with CHINA EXPRESS AIRLIFT after the first week of processing ?

Re: VKB GLADIATOR NXT - Entry Level Taken to the NXT Level

Posted: Thu Aug 20, 2020 21:14
by kdouis
kdouis wrote:
UIV wrote:By Airlift - yes.
By sea need 60 days

I'm si sad
The european shop have no stock to by one
How to by a left hand premium in France ?
Waiting shop update tomorrow ?

Thx i F5 #refreshlikeachild frequently the shop page and could by my precious qualité lefty joystick #golumishappy
I see to late for the Gladiator K, and i'm realy happy to command this New version