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@dirtydogsanddiesel 3 сағат бұрын
Good video. Why did you get the maglink when you have the Simagic base? Only asking as I am about to order the wheel and base and wondering if I am missing something lol
@SIMRIG412 2 күн бұрын
Simagic is 1 million times better than fanajunk! Had fanatec and switched to full Simagic and another setup that is full moza
@RichardP.LongFlop 3 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this information but with all due respect, this is just another example of how the developers have screwed the pooch. The game has been out 3+ months and it's still horribly buggy, to the point of being unplayable half the time, and basics tasks are overly complicated - to say nothing of the God awful physics engine - and they're foaming at the mouth trying to think of how they can make more money with subscriptions, co-ops, and who knows what else
@Ryze-Crispy 6 күн бұрын
i would like to get simagic but the pedals are crazy expensive
@JamesClarksonSimracing 3 күн бұрын
The Simagic pedals sure do look good though.
@CB_883 8 күн бұрын
Hi, are these standard stickers that you get with the wheel?
@JamesClarksonSimracing 3 күн бұрын
Yes they are
@louiienation8497 13 күн бұрын
i have an alpha mini simagic base and i usually have it at 7.5-8nm at all times in iRacing for the most part. Anything above 10nm is not the most enjoyable. Maybe ill upgrade the the Simagic Alpha Ultimate down the road but just to have the longevity of having a power base and having it turned down. It should have a really long life.
@Invin_cibles 17 күн бұрын
Why drive a different car you’re not used to for a review lol
@reviewforthetube6485 20 күн бұрын
So heres a trick. Leave it at 900 degrees in software and it will auto change to the correct degrees with each car you use in game correctly. Also i got the ultimate and I absolutely love it. My ulitmate has no notch off and on nothing butter like simucube its the sloothest wheelbase ive ever used and i actually can use smoothness off. Idk what they are doing with these ultimates but its shocking how smooth and clean this thing is. Surpeises me every single day.
@albey1816 20 күн бұрын
Just wondering why would you change from a great system to a great system? - Wheres the upgrade?
@buffysteve 21 күн бұрын
Hi James, great video. I have this wheelbase and wheel on order at the moment. Is your Alpha mini version 3? There's so many negative comments about v3 being weaker than previous versions. I'm upgrading from a G29 and only weigh 53kls, so I think the mini is enough for me.
@1234mindhunter 24 күн бұрын
is it meanwhile possible to run the test? would be interested about the dlss perfomances.
@reviewforthetube6485 29 күн бұрын
I will always prefer more noise and details over making something a little smoother. Ive found my lap times get better. And I wont sacrifice that for the other. But its all preference of course. Slso games matter thede srttings snd feelings def change game to game with the smoothness setting but ams2 and others are always always more noisey and not as smooth with every base.
@gzaos Ай бұрын
Wish I didn't drool on a dd wheel for 5 years and brought a 25nm wheel just to satisfy the long wait… you don't need more than 10 really.
@reviewforthetube6485 29 күн бұрын
Enjoy the 25nm lol just don't feel bad about lowering. Amazing thing about that 25nm base is when set at 30 to 40% still gievd yoy more detaile due to the dynamic range. So enjoy knowing the expereince doesn't get better. What you feel when setting it lower and it grtting lighter is how lighter wheelbases feel so again you can now enjoy and grow into the use and get anything you want out of it lol.
@user-sn9zw8oq2w Ай бұрын
good vedio,you are getting more and more popular
@minejannik7232 Ай бұрын
For what is the Maglink when you use the Simagic Wheel Base?
@bryn4s Ай бұрын
Sim hub support
@minejannik7232 Ай бұрын
thx
@matyslawwegz9863 Ай бұрын
so how does the wheel settings work with simhub and simagic software both running ? isnt one overwriting other ?
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, Simhub controls the RGBs (priority)
@Eskoxo Ай бұрын
hmm any particular reason to go this route from dd1 seems like a very minor sidegrade unless some sort of issues with dd1.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, I touched on this in the first impressions video and in the conclusion of this 2 week impressions. The Simagic Alpha Mini is smoother and more detailed. I got the wheel I want without a podium hub (or SRM emulator) & comparable QR2 upgrade. The Simagic QR is night and day different to the old Fanatec QR. The sale of DD1 & and the v2 wheel recoups the outlay, and I now have a better base and wheel.
@reviewforthetube6485 Ай бұрын
So how is it compared to the dd1 So far?
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, I absolutely love the Simagic. I have improved the FFB settings now and run several new personal bests. In short, it is smoother and more detailed. I got the wheel I want without a podium hub (or SRM emulator) & comparable QR2 upgrade. As the Simagic QR is night and day different to the old Fanatec QR.
@reviewforthetube6485 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing nice to hear! Thanks!
@MCR.88 Ай бұрын
Watching while working so I might have missed some slight details but you didn't feel the need to compare the Alpha Mini to the DD1? Good comparison for the wheels! Nice video!
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, I already did in the first impressions video. Showing that I had come from a Fanatec DD1 & Formula v2 wheel after 3 years was for context. Thanks for watching.
@RoadRashHD Ай бұрын
Top buttons rotate as well. I can press them in and rotate
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, I just tested, and when pressed, the top buttons on my GT Neo only very slightly move. The bottom ones move more easily, but only mentioned due to some perhaps having button OCD. Thanks for your comment.
@giggsow9760 Ай бұрын
Good review! Have you seen the discussions on the Simagic discord around the FFB settings? Seems like running 0 wheel rotation speed gives much better FFB in all games except ACC (where you can run maybe 20-30% if you use the in game damping). I tried it on my wheel and feels night and day different, a lot more detailed and little to no oscillation even without using any damping or inertia in Simpro. Might be worth giving it a try
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello I will try that, I had actually gone the other way with a 100 setting. I have been testing the different car classes in LMU today and setting new PB's but if I can tweak FFB and go faster I will do. Which base do you have?
@giggsow9760 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing I'm on the Alpha mini. Had it for a month being disappointed in the FFB detail after upgrading from a Thrustmaster TX. Saw the posts about 0 wheel return speed last week and skeptically tried it as I was running it quite high before. Found that it transformed how it feels and now wouldn't go back. I finally have all the detail I feel like I was missing and no oscillations. It seems like running 0 on this setting gives you the raw output from the game, which on a high quality base like the Simagic ones feels great.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
@giggsow9760 I did try the zero steering speed last night for 3 laps at Monza, and I was slower, I immediately changed back to 100 steering speed and set another PB. Preference and choice are good, however.
@EmpireofSpeedNY Ай бұрын
What are your wheel settings? I have a Fanatec CSL DD 8nm. It is very basic, but I would love to know your settings. Thanks.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
I have changed my FFB settings they are, however, Simagic specific, so they will not be much use for Fanatec users. However if you use 8Nm set this in the force feedback section in LMU, with gain as high as you can before clipping occurrs. Consistent laptimes should be the aim.
@peterenis4752 Ай бұрын
Why do you need maglink at the simagic base?
@TNero1981 Ай бұрын
This would be also my question. Should not be the case
@TNero1981 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing I don't want to lecture you or i haven`t understood you correct, but you don't need either of them. The wheel is connected wireless to the base through the pins inside the quickrelease.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
@TNero1981 I don't want to use wireless and wireless doesn't work with SimHub for RGBs.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
You don't need it. It provides a better connection than the standard USB-C cable. Maglink was my preference and only £22, video does not say Maglink is needed. Thanks for watching and your question.
@peterenis4752 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing Yea, but why would you need any of those is connection is wireless?
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
Yeah agree about the button issue with them rotating a little, really annoying. Regarding the noise/smoothness issue. Try force feedback detail on 0, I get odd noise with it on.... it's like a force feedback amplifier.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
I have tweaked my FFB since and can run FFB detail on maximum (20) in LMU. The issue in AMS2 was due to Default+ FFB profile and the AMS2 FFB Low Force Boost setting. The Default AMS2 FFB profile doesn't have the same level of undesired feeling if at all.
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing oh wow, I only play ACC and with ffb detail on above 9 I get too much coil whine/noise after a race, also the actual noise the base makes is weird so I just leave it off. Thanks for the indepth review, nicely done
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
I will look into ACC with the Alpha Mini and feedback. Which car do you drive in ACC?
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing it was the Ferrari 296. If you lose the rear with ffb detail on 20 it sounds crazy
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
@easybreeze1 what gain setting do you use in ACC for the 296?
@Wilayaat Ай бұрын
Great video, can I ask though why the MagLink Cable is needed when connecting to a Simagic wheelbase? I thought that was only needed when connecting to a wheelbase from a different ecosystem?
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Maglink just replaces default USB-C connection for those that want a more secure connection than the USB-C default cable provides and if you do not want to use the wireless capability of the GT Neo and Alpha wheelbases. Maglink also makes GT Neo wheel compatible with SimHub, which extends functionality significantly with a range of RGB options.
@Wilayaat Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing - Thanks for the prompt response. So you can use the MagLink Cable INSTEAD of the generic wheelbase --> PC USB cable, don't need to connect both? Also I didn't know SimHub only worked with the MagLink and not the generic USB, I was under the impression that's only the case with non-Simagic wheelbases. I currently have Fanatec CS DD --> GT Neo but regularly get disconnected (RGBs stay on but shifters, buttons stop working) requiring reconnection between the coiled cable and USB extension so was hoping it isn't needed if / when I switch to an Alpha wheelbase.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
I cannot test the USB-C with SimHub now as Maglink is installed. With Simagic base and GT Neo, I have not had any issue with RGB cutting out. SimHub doesn't work with wireless that's 100% certain. Maglink does offer a more secure connection if nothing else over the stock USB-C with Neo on Simagic bases. Happy Simracing to you.
@Wilayaat Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing Cheers again. I use SimHub a lot but TBH for the Neo RGBs I could live with the Simagic app IF it meant no random disconnects. What I might try is connecting the curly cable directly to a USB 3 port on top of the PC, see of the extender or port are the issue.
@papolo2001 Ай бұрын
Hi James, good video. I have now a Fanatec DD2 an I am considering simagic, also Asetek and simucube. I saw your rev lights were not sync with the ones in the game wheel, do you know if is possible to sync them like you can do with fanalab?. Fanalab is true is a pretty complex software, but have the good point you can do whatever you like once you understand it, seeing several reviews of the one of simagic software I have the impression it is a much more simple and basic one, but maybe I am wrong
@DonsShed Ай бұрын
Good video mate 😊 I've (literally) just finished building my Trak Racer TR120 Rig. I have a 55" LG TV to go on a Trak Racer Monitor Stand (yet to be built) and a full Simagic Ecosystem (15nm Alpha, GTS Leather Wheel, P1000 Pedals, Sigma Cortex Converter, DS-8X Shifter and TB-1 Handbrake) to go on. This is my first sim rig. Can't wait!!! 😊 Cheers Don, Perth WA (Dons Shed and Xplor Overland)
@DonsShed Ай бұрын
Now I need to stop myself from buying a GT Neo immediately!!! LOL
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Very nice indeed. I used to simrace on a 55" LG OLED, too, but have been on triple 32" for 6 months. I would love P1000 pedals, perhaps one day. Thanks for watching and your comment.
@RacingTherapy 28 күн бұрын
Are you going to play on console ? with the sigma cortex?
@DonsShed 27 күн бұрын
@@RacingTherapy Yes, I've been playing on my Simagic Ecosystem solely on PS5 (I've played GT7 and ACC so far) for about 5 days now..... eventually I will get a Gaming PC, but this will do for now, as I still have F1 23 and WRC to start on PS5.
@reviewforthetube6485 Ай бұрын
It's good but your wheel still isn't synced up with the in game wheel. Regardless good video man.
@gagipro92 Ай бұрын
I don't even know what to do when this happens, it seems like input lag.
@theashenfox Ай бұрын
@@gagipro92 It's because he keeps fiddling around with the degrees of rotation. James, you need to just leave the wheel degrees on 1080 in the simagic software for all games, they all work out the correct ratio per car automatically, certainly ACC and AC do.
@reviewforthetube6485 20 күн бұрын
@@theashenfoxactually for simagic it's °900 that's the automatic setting for all games it will automatically change it to the correct setting.
@Max__apex Ай бұрын
Great review
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Thank you. Just my 2 week impressions with my own opinions. All subjective, I am very happy with Simagic. Thanks for watching.
@Max__apex Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing I have the Alpha and Neo and the base gives amazing FFB detail and it so beautiful in its function. I tried fanatec and simucube and leo bodner…. Simagic all the way for me and the best I tried.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Post video, it is apparent that the undesired smoothness issue in AMS2 :- • Present on Default+ FFB • More prevalent on Default+ with higher Low Force Boost setting Smoothness is much improved on Default FFB type with or without Low Force Boost versus Default+ During video FFB was on Default+ and AMS2 Controls > FFB > Low Force Boost was set to default "50" reducing this or setting "0" reduces or removes prior undesired feeling from wheelbase in both Formula Ultimate & LMDh cars on Default+. Increasing Low Force Boost above default "50" increases the level of undesirable feeling in the wheelbase with default smoothness setting of "3" in SimPro Manager for the AMS2 profile. Tweaking sims is both interesting and fun.
@barnabyjames Ай бұрын
I just switched from a CSL-DD 8 nm + McLaren GT3 to a Simagic Alpha + Neo. I didn't really have a major issue with Fanatec or the DD, just wanted some 15+ NM (mostly just to get more exercise!) and Simicube was a lot more expensive for what it is. Really liking it in the first month.
@Benedict00 Ай бұрын
Why not the cs dd or dd+?
@barnabyjames Ай бұрын
@@Benedict00 the dd+ would be the direct comparison which would be more quite a bit more expensive and all the reviews said the simagic was better. I will say the Neo wheel was also fairly convincing since it's a step up from the McLaren GT3 wheel
@Benedict00 Ай бұрын
@@barnabyjames I think I'm going to go for the simagic also. Was thinking the alpha but might go for alpha u so I can run it at 70 percent ffb and that way it runs cooler maybe and more optimal. But how is the alpha so far? Does it clip a lot? Do you have to turn down the ffb? Thank you.
@barnabyjames Ай бұрын
@@Benedict00 I run at 100% force but use the auto setting in iRacing to avoid clipping. I've turned it up beyond that and it seems plenty strong but what you say about clipping is fair. I would say you won't need it TBH but the extra cost to the ultra is not huge and Simagic seems to be the best value for money right now.
@TNero1981 Ай бұрын
Hi James - thanks for the review --> Why you are using the Maglink-kabel? You dont need this if you use a Simagic Base. For settings I would recommend this Video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3nWgJ15eaacotEsi=FCuyrJ1ZN4hlvMeO
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, as per my other reply, Maglink is my preference, and the wireless connection doesn't allow SimHub to configure RGBs. The settings in the video you linked are almost identical to my own tweaked settings, and I have set 3 new personal bests with my FFB settings. I will likely share when I drive other cars in LMU, ACC, and AMS2. FFB feeling is improved over default, so I'm even happier.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
I had a couple of braking issues in this one after moving my pedals before qualifying. Still an enjoyable clean race.
@kwdtas Ай бұрын
Asetek and GSI spoiled
@CouchSlouch- Ай бұрын
I went from Logitech, to Fanatec, to Moza, to simagic, and I really enjoy the simagic gear. Super happy with the simagic hydraulic pedals. It has and amazing amount of configurations for the load cell brake pedal. The haptics on the pedals is pretty dang good.
@emouthic556 Ай бұрын
Is the smoothness of the wheel base a massive difference from your moza?
@CouchSlouch- Ай бұрын
@@emouthic556 To me, the simagic FFB feels like it has a little more detail. Moza's FFB feels muted when comparing them, no matter the settings I would use. The Moza does feel stronger, but it does have 1 more nm of strength than the Simagic Alpha.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
My first LMP2 race at Le Mans, I drove here in practice around the launch of LMU and posted a 3 minute 45. I have improved to 3 minute's 40 now but need to aim for 3 minute 39s or lower to be more competitive. See you on track. I opted to give a position back after my slight braking issue. The right thing to do.
@mitchelldiaz1991 Ай бұрын
That link is nor working for me at least.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
It still works. I used it yesterday, LMU needs to be running.
@mitchelldiaz1991 Ай бұрын
Oh ok. I will try again today. Thanks
@mattthacker9120 Ай бұрын
I think you need to bump the difficulty up. Also, brake sooner in traffic, that way you won't smash into everybody...
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Yes, 100% weren't quite fast enough, even on my first go on the historic track in any car. My safety is fine online 99 in ACC and platinum in LMU. It's just knowing the car/track combination and the limits of the AI. Good fun, though. AMS2 does offer some unique single-player experiences. Thanks for watching.
@phippsa3 Ай бұрын
Im using the GT Neo on my Fanatec DD Pro 8nm at the moment. Used the SRM emulator and adapter to connect to the base. Will at some point move over to the Simagic Alpha base but for the time being this setup is working fine. Using the heusinkveld Sprint pedals.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Nice pedals. I will consider replacing/upgrading the Fanatec ClubSport V3s in the future.
@g.d6488 8 күн бұрын
能玩ps5?
@db-mp2of Ай бұрын
Happy Un Boxing day
@GregoryShtevensh Ай бұрын
This is where im at. I have a csl dd 8nm and love it by the way. But when (if) i make the move to a 15nm base, im not sure if I want the CS DD+ or simagic alpha. I do think the ffb is gonna be better on the Fanatec. But to be honest, i just wish I knew how big that difference actually is. As a csl dd user, would I be impressed regardless of which base I chose? Im particularly worried about losing low torque fidelity- something the csl dd is known to be good for
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello I'm impressed, and I was on a DD1 for 3 years. The FFB and software are better. The FFB is detailed and smooth. Not many actually run 15Nm, but nice to have. I thoroughly tested 10Nm on DD1 before deciding Simagic Alpha Mini would be good for me as I had Alpha in basket but I would never use 15Nm, plus a bundle meant a new Simrig which was a very good purchase. I didn't want to use SRM or Podium hub on DD1 and also upgrade to QR2 for improved QR to use GT Neo. You wouldn't be disappointed with a DD+ or any modern DD wheelbase. Check out Asetek and others too like I did.
@GregoryShtevensh Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing Thankf for the replay
@Wilayaat Ай бұрын
Good stuff, great to know your switch wasn't a downgrade in any way. I switched my wheel recently from the McLaren GT3 v2 to GT Neo, a noticeable improvement. Next switch will be the 8Nm DD to an Alpha wheelbase (the 15Nm one). For now I'll keep the pedals (CSL Elite v2s) as I really like them.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
You will not be disappointed. My GT Neo is still awaiting its decals, but I did get SimHub and Daniel Newman profiles. I have had the Fanatec v3 pedals with the BPK for 3 years, and I am happy with them. Thanks for watching.
@Wilayaat Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing SimHub is fantastic, use it lots and funnily enough only yesterday I signed up with Dan Newman Racing to get hold of the light bar profile! Glad you feel the same about the pedals, I'm no expert as quite new to sim racing but they feel fantastic to use and built like a tank.
@Wachito78 Ай бұрын
I started my transition to simagic, but might wait on the wheelbase, got the gt neo woth the leoxz qr2core, awesome wheel, dont mind the cable, and the p1000s RS, good pedals, took me a bit to get use to them, but i finally dialed them in and they are awesome. My DD+ is making me slow down on my transition, that wheelbase tho expensive is so "good" i catch slides so easily now, and its so detailed and raw at the same time. I dont think ill upgrade that wheelbase any time soon.
@andrewboland8170 Ай бұрын
I'd love to hear your thoughts on the PSR3 rig - looking at getting this too to go with my Alpha Mini and GT Neo
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, I am very happy with the Pro Simrig PSR3. Here is a good video on it. I found it very easy to put together and solid it is more than suitable for the Alpha (15Nm) or other brands. I would hazard a guess that only 25Nm might be too much for it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5LCp4d7qJ6fgrMsi=18MlRu42m8lSFSkw
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
Actually there is one complaint, that stupid green led!
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
It is quite bright but when I'm driving I don't notice it. I did think I could cover it, but I have not done so. Perhaps the green light can be a prompt to channel the "Inner Hulk" in tough races.
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
@@JamesClarksonSimracing tbf I have a tablet holder in front for a dash but pretty silly placement especially when you cannot dim.
@user-pt8uu1yu8n Ай бұрын
@@easybreeze1 glue a black tape on it.
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
@user-pt8uu1yu8n yes I appreciate there are easy solutions, but it shouldn't come down to that
@easybreeze1 Ай бұрын
I went from csl dd to moza r9 to simagic alpha mini.... simagic is much better. My only issue is coil whine if (which I dont anyway) use force feedback detail above 9. Otherwise zero complaints. I need to get the maglink for more flashy lights on the gt neo. I do wish the gts wheel was cheaper as need a round wheel for arcade racers... cannot justify £400.
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
The maglink is good and not too expensive, I have mine fitted now it has a USB extension and a mount with T-nut & screws. I now have SimHub, which has an added benefit of showing my sector and average laptimes in LMU. I need to look at Daniel Newman Racing RPM profiles.
@AA-Simon Ай бұрын
Best sim ever
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
It will only get better, too, with more tracks and LMGT3 coming in future. Thanks for watching.
@Rezamajedi Ай бұрын
I got Alpha 15nm and GT Neo and gt1-R wheel plus p1000 pedal, upgrade from CSL DD 8nm what a massive difference
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Very nice. Simagic pedals may have to wait for me as a 5080 is on my shopping list.
@Benedict00 Ай бұрын
Difference how
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Have you tried the Group C cars in AMS2? if so which is your favourite?
@Squeezy01 Ай бұрын
Given that it has half the power of the DD1 did you find that the lack of power output hindered your ability to drive precisely?
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
Hello, 10Nm is fine for myself, I never ran above 10Nm on the DD1, I have set 2 new personal bests using the Simagic Alpha Mini to date. I love the wheelbase, it's software, quick release, maglink and the GT Neo (I just need to decide on sticker positions). I have SimHub and have Daniel Newman Racing profiles to look into.
@PCRO2017WEWILLPLAYMYGAME Ай бұрын
In your replay, why tf are there so many Iron Dames?
@JamesClarksonSimracing Ай бұрын
The replay used to have a glitch now 100% fixed, I believe.