An excellent throttle that feels wonderful to use. All switches are clicky and satisfying, while the throttle itself is wonderfully adjustable depending on what game I'm playing. As well as that, being able to use detents means having lots of extra customization for specific games. Like accounting for a game that puts forward and backward on the same axis, by putting a W detent at 50% throttle.
The stick itself feels great to use, with both springs making it easy to intuit my position and rotation. Buttons sit where my fingers naturally rest so there's no discomfort in my hand with extended use, and the extra thumb stick is super useful for quicker 360 degree adjustments of any kind.
I’ve been using the Gunfighter Mk.IV ‘Space Combat Edition’ Premium (right-handed) for a couple of weeks now, and it’s been a game-changer for my sim setup. The build quality is exceptional—solid, precise, and designed to last.
What really stands out is the level of control it offers. The precision and smoothness are second to none, and the customization options, from springs to cams, let you fine-tune it exactly to your liking. Setting it up was straightforward, and the VKB software made the process hassle-free.
I mainly use it for DCS, and it’s performed flawlessly. Whether I’m flying high-speed intercepts or managing complex dogfights, the Gunfighter delivers accuracy and responsiveness that I didn’t know I was missing.
If you’re serious about flight sims or space combat, this is a joystick worth investing in.
I enjoyed their product so much I’ve already ordered the STECS Mk II throttle.
Going from twin stick to this made playing way more comfortable. Easy to install, though best to refer to YouTube as the documentation isn’t great.
Smooth travel and lots of buttons, but with flight Sims you always wish for more so I will now eventually upgrade it to the standard with the additional button box.
Awesome mount feels very solid, the clamp is really strong this will not move at all. Lots of mounting options for adjusting the angles and height of the mount.
AUSTRALIAN SUPPORT AND DISTRIBUTION is amazing.
From the box to the product its a great experience.
Pedals are packaged well and insanely solid construction. I love the ability to adjust the heel support and its so easy (half turn two bolts)
Easy calibration and PC set up.
Would be nice to see a some rubber or something on the heel support but this is the only thing I would change on the next variant but by no means a deal breaker.
The ability to add the modules is fantastic as they aren't massive and still allows me to have the keyboard and mouse without taking up too much room as other brands.
this module is I believe a must have for your game play. comes in handy with star citizen and flight sims and doesn't use up too must of your desk real estate!
best money i've spent over having HOTAS with millions of switches and constant knuckle hits whilst throttling due to being so close together!
awesome joystick, using for star citizen and other flight games. much better than my old premium joystick. no issues with ghosting or random buttons being pressed. much more compact and heavy to stop joystick from flipping without being screwed down. i can be quick violent with the stick in dog fights and haven't had to gold the base down like other joysticks in same price range. the ability to add the modules is fantastic as they aren't massive and still allows me to have the keyboard and mouse without taking up too much room as other brands
Brought this to replace my Aging X52 Throttle and absolutely love the OMNI Throttle. Love being able to use it in Elite and started to use Flight Assist off then converting it to be a collective in MSFS. Would def recommend to others and becoming an ambassador on my Twitch account
Totally dismantled the TWCS so I could access the steel rods that needed cleaning and to apply the Nyogel 767A. Went from a useless Throttle to totally excellent.
Why are you wasting your time reading this review? Just buy it already! Let’s face it, you already know that VKB make high quality gear, you’ve got an nice stick or throttle, and are trying decide if you want it secured to your desk instead of balancing precariously on your lap. This will attach very well to your desk, without any flex, wobble or otherwise annoying things that could happen if you used something else. Highly recommended, I just wish my employment was as secure as this mount so I could buy some more.
Fixing a eject mechanism in a vintage Sanyo cassette deck only to find all the special grease to dampen the door opening had leaked out over the decades. One cannot use any old grease either.
This product however fitted the bill for replacement. Used very little of it but successfully restored the soft eject! Thanks again.
Since I recently found myself heavily back into flight sims, a quality HOTAS that wouldn't break the bank was high on the list of things I "needed". I wanted something with a solid build quality, flexible to not tie me down to a single game or airframe, and something that I could build on when I need to extend. Everything I read and watched about VKB range told me that this would be the right choice, and it was absolutely correct.
After starting with a Gladiator EVO, I knew that the STECS was next on the list. I had trouble deciding between the Standard and the Max, ultimately going with the Max as I preferred the layout with the STEM on the MFH and I wanted the additional buttons of the ATEM. Ordering and shipping the STECS was a cinch, and having VKB in Australia meant that I had the box in my excited hands the same week.
Putting the STECS Max together was easy enough - the only videos I could find for the build were from upgrading from the Mini to the Max, but it was easy enough to identify which screws went where. The build quality is rock solid, and with the weight of the unit it takes a fair amount of force to accidentally shift this around. I've swapped around a number of the replaceable switches and that process couldn't be more straightforward - just remember to recalibrate the unit to save the facepalm I had to give myself.
The switches, levers, buttons and knobs are tactile and let you know when they've been pushed. The throttle levers themselves are a joy to use, responsive and smooth, and I find myself playing with them when sitting at my desk even without a game running. The detents are easy to setup and swap out. The VKBdev software to set these up takes a little getting used to, but is easy enough to get used to with some experience.
There are two things that I have minor gripes with, and these are the same as I see from other people - the hat on the thumbstick, and the thumbwheel. Both of these are uncomfortable to use, particularly the thumbwheel, and the design on the thumbstick hat makes it hard to depress. I've swapped these out myself for 3d printed replacements with minimum fuss, and they don't overly detract from the great quality of the rest of the unit.
I love my STECS, and I'm glad I saved the extra to get the Max. The layout suits my gaming and desk setup, and I have even more buttons that I can find a use for. If you can afford the extra and have the space, the STECS Max is definitely the way to go. Next on my list are the UCM mounts so that I can continue building my sim rig and annoy my wife even more!
Construction is very good, operation is great, runs rings around Logitech products.
"When I started looking for desk mounts, I compared a few options, including the Monster Tech builds and VKB’s offerings. In the end, I’m really glad I chose VKB. The standout features for me were the adjustability and the angled design, which give me the exact positioning I need. Living in Australia, I also had to consider shipping costs, and VKB’s rates were more reasonable. While I thought about building my own with 80/20 materials, the precise adjustability and angle on the VKB mounts make them worth every penny. I’d make the same choice again without a second thought!"
When I started looking for desk mounts, I compared a few options, including the Monster Tech builds and VKB’s offerings. In the end, I’m really glad I chose VKB. The standout features for me were the adjustability and the angled design, which give me the exact positioning I need. Living in Australia, I also had to consider shipping costs, and VKB’s rates were more reasonable. While I thought about building my own with 80/20 materials, the precise adjustability and angle on the VKB mounts make them worth every penny. I’d make the same choice again without a second thought!
I have had a number of high end joysticks over the years, but hands down they have nailed this one. It just suits my style out of the box. The ability to change the springs to firm up one axis just changed the way I experience my games. love it!
Well I changed my throttle to the Gladiator EVO Omni Throttle and what can I say, it was the best move I could have made!
Bought this to replace a dead X52 Pro joystick. Was a bit reluctant due to the price, but speaking to others convinced me that it was worth it. And they were not wrong. Extremely happy.
spot on. love it. exactly what i was after. well built. heap of buttons. smooth operation.
I needed more buttons for my Dual gladiators, and when one SEM module doesn't cut it, you need two. But where to put said module? Bam, the MFH is surprisingly sturdy and easy to assemble. It keeps room for the omni throttle while still being within easy reach of the buttons.
I bought this product with the Gladiator EVO Omni throttle/ offset stick after trying out multiple HOTAS and HOSAS setups and it has worked a dream. the ease of calibration and setup along with the compatibility with most games makes this a great product.
After trying out multiple HOTAS and HOSAS setups the Gladiator EVO Omni throttle has been the best so far. the ability to lock axis to use exclusively as a throttle or the option to use as an offset stick is perfect for multiple configuration styles. I highly recommend.