3DR Solo: Past, Present and Future

[@artofcip]

I gotta say that was one of the most informative, entertaining, and well edited videos I've seen in quite sometime. I ordered a solo and a gimbal yesterday on amazon for around 3 hundred. I have a hero 4 just sitting around that I never use since upgrading to the hero 5 cameras. For that cost I just had to get one while I wait for my mavic lol. Subscribed and looking forward to future vids!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks for watching, and you'll like the Solo!

[@mitchellluke9661]

artofcip

[@artofcip]

4 months later and I still love using this drone. Still my main workhorse lol

[@wiredwebmaster]

Great overview video. As a fellow 3DR owner, and very occasional flyer, it's good to know a strong community of users are continuing to support the product.

[@GadgetInspector]

I can't believe the high quality of this video. I can only imagine the time you put into this. Excellent work. Subbed for sure.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You!

[@DustinVang]

Love this video!, I think this is the one i wanted to see

[@markmutti]

Yeah, really a fantastic video! Informative, entertaining and to the point. THANK YOU :)

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You!

[@Purrplemon]

Peter my man, you will never cease to amaze me! Thanks!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You!

[@daniellambert2446]

i have to say a big THANK YOU. Living in Australia (1st gen solo owner) where there aren't a lot of resources for Solo; this video was so informative. I've been having software and connectivity issues ever since the 3DR announced their move to the enterprise side. You've given hope to my dear solo. Thanks mate! I'll be trying those recommendations and will hope for the best!

[@SzTSzTechnology]

Woow so many big youtubers can only sit, watch and learn how to properly make HQ n intresting videos... Great job👍👍👍😉

[@jameschiu8347]

Fantastic & serious at time but very good, funny & informative. I am waiting for my 3dr Solo from the USA to Singapore. Hopefully all goes well.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank you!

[@bingfutch]

Very nicely done! I missed all of the early Solo drama (got my first one last month, bought a second yesterday at that awesome Best Buy price) but am convinced that this quad is my best choice. Would love to see an aftermarket video regarding props, motors, etc. Keep up the great work!

[@cevocevo1158]

this video is one of the great and outstanding drone review video I ever watch. Keep going

[@TheBasicPilot]

Citec Evo thank you!

[@CenterpointConnect]

Thanks for the pep talk, I purchased a Solo for Christmas and love it so much, im getting another soon before they go out of stock (as a backup). Its sad to see the demise of the platform, it is really impressive.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks

[@amsoillubesales]

I still stand by the fact that it's one of the best drones out in the market the upgrades in the future in this video really helped me out thanks for making it... I still LOVE MINE

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad You Liked it!

[@WR505_Spearo]

thanks for the video mate. solo is a great platform, my experience with it has been nothing but positive and trouble free and it has survived some terrible quick changing conditions while filming in coastal areas

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You.

[@bryanhays7753]

Well. I have two Solo drones and one gimbal that I bought from B&H for $50 (when they had them, no more) and am anxious to update them. Bought batteries recently for $40 on Amazon. Now about this video, well done with lots of great info. Just watched a video on a crash avoidance system that can be added. Buying this outstanding quad at these crazy prices allows us to buy the updates and stay married! Thanks, big thumbs up.

[@martythings1204]

This is gold ! Apart from my lack of gPS lock from time to time my solo isn't going anywhere ! Great content mate!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad You liked it.

[@kmxtornado]

Figured I owed it to you for your effort in creating this video that yours is the best one on the 3DR solo uploaded to date. Excellent info. Filmed well. Put together well too. Very informative and great balance of your opinion. This one will be tough to beat. Thanks!

[@volvoturbo1]

Nice to see there is life after gravity. Great video, just got my 3er solo a BB this time with the gimbal installed and Rev B board Works great.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank you! Glad you're one of us

[@ChuckPPhotography]

The wardrobe changes............. totally epic! Really well done Peter!

[@TheBasicPilot]

I wanted it to feel like it happened over some time, in reality I did all the White and Black background in one afternoon.

[@ChuckPPhotography]

I think you nailed that......I just would like to think that was one heck of a long day for you. lol

[@robbysoman4150]

I wish there was a love button for this video. In the future we'll also need an alternate battery solution. Hopefully that'll be figured out.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank you and I agree on finding an alternate battery solution.

[@Dannynjoni]

Outstanding video thank you! I also picked up the SOLO from the BB fire sale. But I wasn't that lucky that mine was free of issues. I had to open up the controller and clean out a bunch of excess glue that was carelessly applied, interfering with the connection to an antenna. And I also had to do the cardboard mod to get any satellites at all! But I enjoyed every minute of it because I'm laid out form shoulder surgery and needed something to do! Now I've got one of the meanest drones on the planet, 4 batteries, gimbal, and extra props too for only $350(ish)! This is a serious drone monster and I can't wait to do more mods. I'd also really like to see how big a camera I can loft with this baby :).

[@TheBasicPilot]

Wow never heard the excess glue issue before. Get better and fly!

[@formattester6]

can't believe you spend that much time on an information video but it made for an enjoyable watching experience. excellent overview and very much appreciated!!

[@traxxi2003]

Peter I really enjoyed watching this video.

[@Cypresshtcom]

I love this video! It started to make me laugh when I saw just how many places you were to do this video and it must've taken a lot of time and I just wish it was something more people could see because your video production skills are excellent!

[@obidr]

Most informative and most entertaining Solo video I have seen. I was debating if I should take the plunge and buy one. After this video, I'm pretty much convinced.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad You liked it!

[@edgarcovey4740]

Best information video I have ever seen. Getting ready for first flight and I want to know what not to do.

[@JamesCampbellPPG]

Sick whip cam transition. You got skills man! Subbed.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks!

[@elevatedmediatoronto8458]

First video I've have been glued to start to finish. Great job

[@NathanAlber]

Very creative man! Great job! I appreciate the content too. Like you, I was an early adopter of Solo. I had big hopes for it. Glad the community lives on with 3rd party development. Thanks for sharing the links!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimd3963]

Great, informative, and fun to watch video. Nice job. I just bought the 3DR for $224.00 and flew it once. I love it and its stock. I will be doing the updates. Thanks for the info!

[@theorncampbell4432]

Great video! No more modding my Cheerson cx-20, I'm stepping up to Solo on your recommendation

[@TheBasicPilot]

Great, You'll like it!

[@234drexel]

Thanks for the very informative video. I just ordered a Solo from B&H camera for $299 gimbal included. Can't wait to get started.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Great, Welcome!

[@DominequeTaylor]

didnt even know about all this info until i saw this video. i thought the solo was dead as far as updates. got myself a mavic pro but have 2 solos now (after the best buy purge). now im about to get all the upgrades.

[@fjmorgan3794]

Just bought one direct from factory (these are packages to be used as replacements) for $229! I found a new a gimbal for $39... All on eBay.

[@shannonmerrill672]

have had my solo for about two months, no problems, :-) .

[@MrAzazel1987]

Absolutely amazing video!! The most information I've found, in one place for my Solo by far!! Thank you so much for this great info!! Just picked up two more batteries at Best Buy for $35 each!! Super excited!!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank you, glad you liked it!

[@mattstone3730]

Thank you for taking the time to put this informative video together.

[@22Tech]

nice video!! made me proud to be a solo pilot

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks, glad you are

[@gerardotorres9963]

Thank you my frien I just buy my new 3dr solo on Best Buy for 299 and I love it also thank you for all your instructions keep up .your video are very handy for me because I'm a new pilot

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad to have helped.

[@AJisdabombsauce]

Terrific video! Love your filming techniques. In a world of bland youtube reviews, you, sir, stand out amongst the rest!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Well thank you , remember to share it with your friends

[@mgp2studio]

Great video Peter. Sadly, I have gone to the dark (or should I say the white) side. The GoPro is still a sticking point for me as a photographer. And, I must say, the out of box capability of my new aircraft is outstanding. No more mods and all that stuff. Just a phenomenal aircraft with a great camera for around what I paid for Solo originally. Oh, I did run to Best Buy and pick up a Solo off the bargain bin for the sake of nostalgia. But I have not opened it yet.

[@BaciuScornaciu]

Hey man, finally an entertaining video ...and encouraging! congrats!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad you liked it.

[@TheDroneAngle]

Excellent Video and I feel much better about my Best Buy purchase I made 30 minutes ago...before I found out my phone wasn't compatible with their update app. I'm not sure what to do yet, but I did enjoy your video.

[@kevinmcmullen5409]

I had the same problem. i ended up buying a refurbished LG G Pad F off ebay for about $65. Nice 8" tablet. Works great. Also found a sun shield for it on Amazon.

[@TheBasicPilot]

The ongoing work is being done on the Android system, there is no further development on the IOS platform from 3DR.

[@caudillioski]

Rob Hodges ha your phone didn't work and my GoPro 3 wouldn't work! Now I'm debating about upgrading GoPro!

[@RcHobbiesBK]

Hey Peter I love your videos. Being watching them before I purchased my first Solo. Great video thanks for using one of my solo picture on this video. I need to get and Android Tablet to try Solex.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Which picture was it?

[@RcHobbiesBK]

The Basic Pilot the red solo on a wooden floor. Was taken after I added the red carbon fiber skin. 👍🏽

[@jswallet]

Absolutely fantastic video. Great quality, entertaining and very informative. Thank you!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks!

[@DustinVang]

I actually ended up picking up a new GEN 3dr on AMAZON for a killer steal! Thanks again!

[@TheBasicPilot]

What is a new GEN? Is that a Solo with a version B gps?

[@DustinVang]

yes, thats what I meant. no issues as of yet

[@Thinqb]

Excellent video! Not only informative but very well put together! I had been wondering why the Solo was dropping in price when it seemed like an excellent platform when i purchased it. Still glad i did and looking forward to upgrading it as you mentioned. You got a new sub here :)

[@super-markio]

WOW awesome video... newbie here entering with a solo

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks

[@tomshipley328]

This is a great video. I have a solo and can relate to all this.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@Wsmith247]

Great video, I bought 2 Solo kits at best buy for $299. When the battery's were 34.99 i bought 6 and also bought a spare gimbals for 39.99. Also bought 2 backpacks for $49.99 each, what a bargain. I guess im lucky, i never had any GPS problems, they lock in as fast as my Phantom. The gimbal does take some care to get it right but other than that the Solo is great.

[@waldemarspetany]

Bowtech2 i bought solo in the f....UK for 830gbp! you guys have everything cheapest in the USA, 830 gbp is 1023 USD! ridiculous,,

[@kentketterman332]

Just watched your video. Thanks, I hadn't kept up with the upgrades available so I appreciate the information. By the way, I'm one of the lucky ones, I own another Solo from the Best Buy $299 sale!!!!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad you liked it!

[@JRodriguez128]

Thats great good vid Im new to solo still I like it specially wen i get it at that low BestBuy price.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad you liked it.

[@gravitymediapro]

Wow, amazing video! I can fully appreciate the time you spent. Super creative and masterfully executed. It helped me make up my mind if I should buy my local Best Buy's last $299 Solo as a second.

[@FanGarbage]

Great Work love it! Now you know what we waiting for Solex Tutorials :)

[@elchavo90]

After watching this video, I have been convince to take advantage of the current situation and grab one.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Great!

[@jmooch82]

thanks for the video the basic pilot!! i had been looking at drones for a while and today got one of the $299 best buy bundles. the only thing i didnt get that i wanted was the backpack for $35. i feel like i won on that deal as it should do everything i need it to. i look forward to any new solo or drone videos in general from you as i hit that subscribe button.

[@TheSuburbanExperimentalist]

This is a GREAT video! You did a great job at this!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks!

[@mrkkomor]

Great video sir! Amazing how much work you put in it!

[@blacknine]

Nicely Done. I am one of the very early solo owners. I remember driving some distance away from my home to a best buy in another state to purchase the then elusive GoPro gimbal for 399 dollars. No regrets. In fact, I can truthfully say that my year old solo is a better bird then my new Typhoon H. The solo app is also better then the Typhoon H app and I can definitely say that My one year old solo and my new 299 dollars solo I recently bought from Best Buys is far better then that thing GoPro recently launched.

[@TheBasicPilot]

I got my gimbal sept 1 2015

[@blacknine]

I don't care what anyone says, this is now a great bird at double the 299 price.

[@super-markio]

awesome...excited to be buying in

[@TheBasicPilot]

Excellent perspective

[@super-markio]

I should probably get two

[@MrLindsay55]

Peter, love your work. An exception video....... your very best yet! We in Australia have unfortunately never had any specials thrown our way. We've here had to pay almost 50% more than even your normal retail price! I'm now on my second solo after having sunk my first ... own fault! Unfortunately not easily able to buy another (spare) as retailers have withdrawn them from sale. Enjoy your information ... keep up with you videos....thanks!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You and sorry that they never really reached out world wide with their deals

[@artpam]

The most Solo information in one place I've seen so far... and entertaining as well. Great job and thanks. 8^) I'm still on the fence about buying one.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks!

[@ianrice1778]

Man you did such a good job on this video!!! I watched the whole thing and liked and subbed. I don't have a solo but I do have a couple dji birds and have wanted to get a solo and just might one day. Im going to check out your other vidz :)

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks for watching & subbing

[@testdos]

why dis video dsnt hav more views., one of the coolest review i had hav ever evr saw

[@prestonmccrary6049]

Thanks Peter, now if we can only get a better camera system. I will be a Solo believer until the end:)

[@TheBasicPilot]

Preston McCrary, Agree on that. I've been on that bandwagon for awhile. The 3DR purists say you don't need anything more that the GoPro.

[@samphotoyt]

We own 4 Solos and have great times using them. The reason I picked the Solo over the P3 (DJI state of the art at the time) was the possibility to upgrade the camera. Well we all know how that turmed out so I gave up and bought P4P to add to the fleet. It is a fine drone but I do miss how the Solo flies. For me though, the camera is king and Solo is stuck in the muck of the GP4 forever at this point, so I had to move on. Thanks for the great video Peter, really enjoyed it.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks Scott and I must agree the camera is king!

[@kevinmcmullen5409]

Loved this video. Nice balance of information and humor. Thanks.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You!

[@SBSRIVERA]

Great video and thanks for all the information source on 3dr solo.

[@kentran4514]

Very fun to watch, and very informative. Great video.

[@HuFilms]

My God, how long did you spend making this video? well done :) btw, I love when I see enthusiastic KZbinrs older than me. That doesn't happen often!

[@MagicShred]

This was great! Now only if some one could do a Hero 5 Gimbal Mod...!

[@topgun182]

I got one with Hero 4 Silver, Gimbal, extra battery, blades and backpack for under $500.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Vin Djiesel Very good deal

[@CCScott500]

you did a great job on the video and I'm not even a Solo owner (I fly a Traxxas Aton) . Might just have to see if I can find a deal on one of these. Thank you ... subscribed 😀

[@juniorisclean]

Wow bud, this was a very well done video as well as extremely informational, thank you so much bud. Wow 😳.

[@chamsem7720]

Love this video , great editing and quality , funny to :) great job!

[@htchang8733]

great video. just awesome. i can see you put lots of time into it. Subscribed!! i am a 3DR owner as well

[@kuhndj67]

How about a vid covering the Pixhawk2.1 ... there is zip/nada/nuttin out there on youtube right now. What does it add. I just ordered a solo and upfront the GPS upgrade. I'm not so worried about range yet but I'm wondering about the new Pixhawk controller relative to the stock flight control.

[@djphathill]

Enjoyed every second of this video. lol the sarcasm was on point.

[@TheBasicPilot]

thank you

[@johnhillbeaver]

Well done Great Video with the humour.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank you, glad you liked it.

[@JanieJane6149]

Hi I hadn't a clue what you were talking about ,BUT you certainly have a talent for documentaries and film making please don't take this a criticism when I say I didn't have a clue ha but I think they are drones but you come across very professional it kept me glued to the video at least do keep up the good work.Jane (England) ☺

[@rickray1737]

Great informative Video! I'm happy to have found your channel, Happy Flying!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks! I'm glad you did also.

[@Fenlandia]

I got lucky and got a Best Buy super deal and love my Solo! Now I need to get an Android device to start using Solex. Oh and excellent informative video with many entrances!

[@TheBasicPilot]

amzn.to/2kYrvKp Best one you can get for under $200

[@voltron979]

That was a great video my friend! Thanks for it!!!

[@prestonmccrary6049]

They are wrong. I use my Solo for work and could use the better quality image. I think the Solo is better than that other brand except for the camera. I am 3DR all the way including my extra Solo, X8 and Iris, but I think the camera is the one thing missing. I see the Sony QX can be added, but I can't seem to source the gimbal and how to control it. Any way enough of my rant, you do a great job with your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@korling99]

you should do another update - I paid full price, preordered - I still like it a lot, now the iOS app is screwed up

[@JohnBenussiBass]

hello , I'm a solo fan. my first solo is operating really good. I have meany questions but the main one is can you use the same down loaded app. for 2 solo's I have the old app it's fine for all my needs at this time. great video.

[@TheBasicPilot]

When you say old app are you talking about the official app from 3DR?

[@flaviocarbajal1192]

while I'm flying my solo 3dr it says fly manual on the display and crashes on its own and while it crashes it doesnt let me control it what so ever..... how do you fix that?

[@JohnBenussiBass]

yes

[@TheBasicPilot]

Yes, your old 3DR app will work, moving forward Solex will continue to add feature while 3DR will not. if you are satisfied with what you have now, it will still work.

[@MATT2P]

Great video, a lot of effort went into it clearly. Sub earned.

[@BloxStarzLifestyle]

Dope Video!!! :)

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thx!

[@BaTaNg_AnGaS]

I have a problem with solo . I have a hero 4 silver. The first time I used it it's work ok now my hero 4 doesn't work in the 3rd solo even it's already connected to the gimbal. The camera doesn't show in the app so I can't see what's going on on the solo while in the air . Hope someone help me Thanks in advance

[@Thunder-RanchTV]

What are your flight times running the standard bracket vs. the gimbal? I get 15min with standard bracket going to 10% battery and 12min to maybe close to 13min with gimbal going to 10% also?. I start my timer the time I hit the fly button and when it takes off from the ground.. I'm also just hovering and not taking video or pics with it, just basically using it for fpv, and no major aggressive flying.

[@JohnBenussiBass]

hey thanks I will check out solex. plus some of the parts you listed. I like to do my own work on brushed quadcopters. I'm going to subscribe to your page and hit the bell. keep me posted on parts and accessories. I'm surfing the Webb for parts if I see any I will say something on your channel. thanks for responding to my questions. have a great weekend

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks for the sub!

[@robbob4872]

I liked your video and I got two of the Solo package deals including the back pack and extra battery from Best Buy for $370.00 each. I will be selling them though since the Solo doesn't work with my Hero 3+ silver. they say it is compatible and with enough fiddling around you can view it on your smart phone but you can't control the camera... Only GoPros can be controlled through the app which sucks. Also, (not bashing the Solo), after having flown it and my DJI Phantom 3 the Phantom just seems to be easier to control and has quicker response - the solo just seems clunkier.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Sorry to hear that.

[@andrelantin3792]

Pretty good documentary amateur stile, there is one Question were can I get M8N GPS from Ro ???!!! I'm from down under Australia and the seller don't cary stock any more so please help me if you can !!! Regards Andre

[@chavakano54]

Very informative, I really like your videos, thanks

[@slyplaymike1]

sounds like a mission. maybe a bebop or X4 pro might be easier

[@ghettotech9617]

Excellent video

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thanks!

[@twinv63]

How about the extra port. Lets say sensors . yes!!

[@idaho2085]

So having just bought a new one for the bargain basement price, am I still going to have to upgrade the GPS board? Are they already upgraded from the factory? If I still need to, anywhere you could point me Basic Pilot?

[@TheBasicPilot]

Some come with the Version B 3DR Gps, and that is better but most don't have it and are using the mRobotics GPS board. The link is in the description.

[@caudillioski]

The Basic Pilot easiest way to discover if you have gen 1 or 2?

[@TheBasicPilot]

Take the GPS cover off and look at the GPS board. If it's green that's a v1 and if it's black it's a v2

[@Elainne98]

Can akaso ek7000 fit instead of hero 3 & 4?

[@TheBasicPilot]

The gimbal is exclusively made for the GoPro 3 or 4 with the backplane connector. I can't say for sure because I am not familiar with that camera, but I highly doubt it

[@jrelpantera1982]

I got one solo but I'm thinking to return it.

[@TheBasicPilot]

how much did you pay for it?

[@jrelpantera1982]

The Basic Pilot 350+ tax with backpack 🎒

[@TheBasicPilot]

For that price you're not going to find anything that has these capabilities

[@jrelpantera1982]

The Basic Pilot you are right! I decided to keep it.

[@TheBasicPilot]

Good choice

[@super-markio]

can you make another video like this?

[@TheBasicPilot]

?? What's wrong with this one?

[@super-markio]

it's not long enough.. the production value is really high. I want to see more!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Thank You, LOL

[@Cadence1948]

X-Lent...! Brill..!

[@TheBasicPilot]

Glad You liked it!