NEW ACUS M1 WIRELESS TATTOO MACHINE / UNBOXING / REVIEW

[@bullsheeptattoo]

Wow, I was expecting this video for so long! I have this machine for a while now and I simply love it, is the machine that everyone needs in my opinion because after getting the M1 you wont need any more machines. Specially for those with low budget wich are the majority of us. By the price of one good machine you get it all. Is like you getting the 3 Bishop power wands in one machine without spending 4 thousand dollars. I get that artists with a lot of experience with other machines that get a hard time trying to set this machine for themselfs, but for me was super easy, I'm still experimenting just because this machine has so much to offer, but I already know the settings that makes me happy. There's so much to say about this machine...For me having more settings was never an issue, it's quite the opposite, the more it offers the less machines I have buy! Thank you Acus to offer so much to this industry and thank you Anrijs for being awesome!

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

That's awesome Review ! Wish I could've said all those words in my video too! I agree on everything. It has SOOO much to offer that it's crazy.. and only need one machine. I do think the more options the better it is for the machine and it's more reasonable for the price. But for me working with it every day and being so limited on time (to experiment) that it does confuse me sometimes. it just makes me overthink too much about it. But it's my own fault, nothing to do with the machine, machine is awesome 😎 Thanks for all your words, I'm sure it will be really helpful to others too!

[@ThatTattooGuyOfficial]

Someone suggested this machine to me recently. Love how you could fully clean it. Seems like you could really do alot with it! Cant wait to get my hands on it.

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Yeah, it's a fun one! Let me know what you think about it after you had a go!

[@acustattoomachines2072]

Hi Anrijs, Thank you so much for the review. We appreciate it very much🙏 In the beginning of the project we thought about how it would be to see a review by Anrijs Straume about the m1. Now the time has come 🙌 Hi folks, thank you for your interest in the m1🙏 we would like to briefly address a few points that were mentioned in the video and comments. Why do we display hertz and not volts? For the same reason that your car displays km/h or mph and not throttle angle. Hertz means stitches per second and tells you exactly how fast your machine is running. If you run two different machines at the same hertz, they will have the same speed. If you run two machines at the same voltage, they may have different speeds. Why not have disposable grips? Right now, we are not completely convinced about disposable grips. They create a lot of plastic waste that is avoidable. That's why the grip and the entire housing of the ACUS M1 are designed to be disassembled and disinfected, making disposable grips unnecessary. In addition, a disposable grip worsens the handling of the machine because the center of gravity shifts backward due to the mass difference between the aluminum grip and the disposable grip. However, we are in contact with a manufacturer of disposable grips, and perhaps there will be some in the future. Covering the machine We know that this is mandatory in some countries. However, we do not recommend covering the M1 at all. Disinfected anodized aluminum parts are much better from a hygienic point of view than non-sterile packaging made of plastic film and tape.

[@antiflg530]

You recommend not wrapping the machine?? Meaning sterilize it every time?

[@LemonmilkMusic]

@@antiflg530 it is far better to practice. A one hand is clean, and one hand is dirty method. There’s absolutely no need to worry about getting your machine dirty unless some sort of accident happens like some needle cartridge, bursts into pieces and throws a bunch of ink up inside your machine I’ve never seen it happen, and I have pretty much every machine on the market that uses cartridges just always have one hand that holds the machine and if you need to swap the machine into another hand just grab a couple paper towels off your table and hold it with that you’ll never get your machine contaminated ever

[@LemonmilkMusic]

@@antiflg530 but yes, definitely wrap it in grip tape because you do want it staying clean on your desk which should only be placed in a certain area of your desk where there’s no chance of it getting contaminated

[@badmoonleathers]

I don't really get how to operate the machine with no protection on it and using the buttons.

[@LemonmilkMusic]

@@badmoonleathers use surface barrier for sure however still only ever use your machine hand as a sterile set of fingers obviously the edge bottom of your palm will be contaminated from resting on the skin but those fingers that are holding the machine including your thumb will be clean You can simply grab a couple paper towels with your non machine hand hold the machine with the clean paper and use the machine hand to adjust the volts since again.. those fingers are clean it takes discipline toaster the clean hand dirty hand .. but this combine with a surface barrier OR a clip cord sleeve folded over the top of the Acus then wrapped will be perfect

[@theartyoucanfeel]

hey mate the most likely reason this machine is in hertz is obvious, but probably only to the older coil machine guys. here's why just to help you and your viewers. coil machines actually don't get faster when you turn up the voltage they just hit harder. rotaries get harder and faster together as you increase voltage. again Coils just hit harder as you go up. So an artist may have two liners set at the same speed but with one set up with harder hits. The softer one will push singles, 3s, and 5s and the harder one will punch in the 7s 9s, and 14s, both running at the same speed to suit the artist. (The same theory would work in coils or rotaries) In coils, we are talking about two machines that run at a " lining speed" The two machines have the same note/pitch but one is obviously louder because it's hitting harder. (Side note,,, Any coil machine will have its lowest voltage it will punch a needle in and then the highest voltage before it runs wild. It's like gears in a car, you literally may need to change gear if your not getting the results you intend) Now to rotaries, the main problem with rotaries I see is that if I want the machine to hit harder in any situation it will also automatically go faster as we turn up the voltage, and that may not be a comfortable working speed. Also if I want it to hit softer will automatically be slower so the tattoo will take longer. it's true that two identical rotaries with different stoke cams set at the same voltage making the same pitch noise will result in two machines at the same speed but one with a harder hit, the one with the longer stoke. (Tattoo the bottom of a plastic cup to see the longer stroke one makes a louder noise.) Now you can use that however you like to work remembering if you turn it up it will go harder as it goes faster and you most likely want to be able to adjust those variables on their own. but you can't so you end up relying on feel and instinct and you may be causing yourself stress and trauma to the skin that would be fixed by swapping to a different machine. (e.g. you went up in needle size from 7 mags to 19 mags but the current voltage doesn't push it in well, the obvious choice is to turn it up but now it's going too fast. and so in theory you need a stronger motor to push it so it's not going too fast and you can find a good working speed.) That's where this machine's theory is so brilliant, You can monitor and regulate the speed to match your workflow but have all those torque options and cam length to adjust the hit. it's genius. all in one. keeping speed as a known variable makes feeling everything else much easier. general old rule of thumb, slower machine for thicker inks. faster machine for thinner black lining and grey wash. slower machine for careful techniques, faster for a more assertive workflow. harder hit for more needles. softer machine for building up and layering saturation and blends. never go too fast for the ink or hit too hard for the needles. everyone is different of course but for me, solid black and color is 98 hertz, grey wash 100 to 115 hertz, lining 115 hertz, and an appropriate hardness to match how many needles I'm pushing. If I need more needles I go to a stronger machine. if I go above 14 liner I slow down the machine a little. i rely on pitch to monitor my speed hope this helps great review man

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

THANKYOU A MILLION for your time and detailed comment! there's something to learn for me for sure. I'm not unsure on Hz in this machine. As for example Cheyenne machine also uses Hz on their power supply. But I'm pretty sure machine runs exactly the same with their own supply (Hz) or on different brand supply with voltage readouts. And for their Machines increasing Hz (or Volts) does make machine run faster not harder. With coils it could be different yes. But I could be completely wrong about it, as my knowledge on it is much much less. In this machine ofcourse huge difference in motor modes. That actually does feel much lighter hit but with the same speed and vice versa. Anyways , somehting to think about and learn more for me and others too. Acus is really badass machine for sure! THANKYOU again for your Time and sharing knowledge. With coils it could be different yes.

[@theartyoucanfeel]

Hertz is just the speed as you know and in rotaries volts translates to speed. Any 1 motor will have a certain speed at a certain voltage. That will be different across different motors. A higher wattage motor will hit harder (or stall under more load) and that’s all before we start messing with stroke length. Thanks mate happy to help my mate has this machine it’s awesome

[@tastemakerguidie]

you'd haven't reviewed broke back mountain of the grenoble cylinder M1 afterwards rotary premises

[@nicklimpz]

Really love mine ! 4.5 stroke m-1 122 hertz perfect for me !❤

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Yeah!!! that's a beast Mode!!! Have to try it out!

[@bullsheeptattoo]

Is most of your work packing colors or do you shade as well?

[@nicklimpz]

@@bullsheeptattoo i shade with it as well and its smooth like butter :)

[@bullsheeptattoo]

@@nicklimpz I've seen people making smooth shading with a 4.5mm stroke before. Awesome bro, thanks.

[@nicklimpz]

@@bullsheeptattoo its all in the hand speed! I set it to m-1 so it hits a little softer and than just do what i normally do :)

[@fanboyslayer338]

Been awhile buddy since I seen your review glad you came out of retirement for the Acus😂..Always Trust Your Reviews over everyone’s..Thanks for the Review and please do a follow up on this one,would love to see your work after getting use to it🔥🔥🔥

[@MexiChriS]

Been waiting for this review from you!

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Thankyou!!!

[@MexiChriS]

@@AnrijsStraumeTattoo it seems that everyone has a hurdle or challenge against the hertz vs volts ordeal... I'm not sure why there isn't an updated firmware to allow for either preference to be displayed. Acus has posted a cheat sheet for power settings. Yet this has been the biggest dilemma for many users or those interested in the device. Even some of their fellow pro team members tend to use previous machines of their competitors... Regardless, thank you for this review, long time coming! Thinking of switching back from the Bishop Wand packer, but can't settle on a decision, so maybe discount and shipping costs me that device and will call it a day for Christmas! 😂 😂 Keep up the solid work man!

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

​@@MexiChriS Maybe Voltage option on display is something what's coming in the future? Didn't even thought about it, but would be cool if that's possible. It does feels like Hz is more sensitive , maybe that's what makes this machine to work differently to others. All Cheyenne power supplies were also in Hz, but I haven't used them. And Yeah, have to treat yourself for the Christmas 😅😅

[@robertsojka7262]

It is really nice that you can sterylize the second part in aytoclave but i think company should sell this part like grips. Imagine that you have to sterylize this part after each sesion... . Two or three replecable parts could be great. ACUS, think about this:D

[@frank_tattooer]

Thanks for the review! Really interesting machine! Have you tried the Corbra? I've heard good stuff about that one also, would love too see a review.

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Thankyou! I haven't tried Cobra, looks good! If I'll get one I'll defo make a review too!

[@tastemakerguidie]

prominent ten seven 2entry four rotary intercollegiate *correct*

[@jonathanherrera8281]

Your still the No.1 Anrijs💪💪💪

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Thankyou 🙌

[@da-monti]

Hi ! Thank you so much for the review ! I actually have the Spektra Flux and I’m really intrigued by this machine ! If you compare Spektra Flux, Sol Nova Unlimited and the Acus, which one do you recommend for a fine line work (essentially 3/5/7 round liner) and black pepper shading ? Thank you again !

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

hey it would be hard for me to compare as everyones techniques / preferences are different. I haven't used flux for long time. but Between Sol Nova unlimited and Acus - I think Acus is much more precise to work with smaller needles. balance is good and it's much easier to achieve small details in eyes/eyebrows/beard (for example) in my portrait work. I don't do much pepper shading so hard to tell about that.But I believe with 4,5 MM stroke it should be perfect. If you do end up getting one of those machines, Please let me know what your thoughts are, would be cool to know and maybe that can help someone else too!

[@da-monti]

@@AnrijsStraumeTattoo Hi ! Thank you for your opinion ! I will keep you in touch If I buy one of those ! I have think about it a little bit because it’s a cost, maybe doesn’t worth it with my flux…

[@da-monti]

@@AnrijsStraumeTattoo Hi Anrijs ! I Hope everything is good for you :) I finally bought the Acus and I use it since 2 weeks for now ! I think I need more times to adjust the perfect set up for me but I love the fact to have so many possibilities and not to be stuck with just one stroke (I bought the 4.1 stroke so I have four different strokes and I try all of them with different motor modes) ! The machine feels pretty different than the others I used : less noise than the flux that I use since 2 years for now, at the beginning it was a bit disturbing but it’s normal when you switch between tools to have an adaptation period ! I can feel that the motor is not strong as the flux’s motor but it’s ok for me because I feel that I can be more precise and do smoother things with it (I mostly use 3 liner), I feel deep inside of me that the Acus will become perfect for I want to do after more sessions to practice :)

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

@@da-monti Thankyou for your feedback. interesting to hear! and I agree that this machine feels different to anything out there (not in a bad way) I think balance is really good and it is precise too like you mentioned. Most precise machine I've ever used I believe. Motor wise, I haven't noticed it being less powerful, I guess it's more than enough for me. But I also think it gives less irritation to skin, almost no redness sometimes after the session, that I usually get. But it's a hard one to know for sure as all depends on placement/ customer skin. But I'll keep trying myself too, I really wish I had more free time to experiment and adapt to different strokes/motor modes. But If I had to buy only one machine and nothing else , I'd probably go for Acus too. (even tho I don't use it as much as I should) Got me excited now, might give it a go today!

[@del8044]

Any updates on the m1? How are you liking it?

[@alfonsomontes624]

Hello, I do black and gray and lettering so I need several options, but there isn't that much money for various machines taking into account what they are currently worth, I'm thinking of buying acus m1 or avenger 2 pro and I saw that you reviewed both, which one pleases me Do you recommend taking into account the styles that I work? I would appreciate your answer

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Acus is wireless cartridge machine. Avenger 2 pro is more standard needle (you can of-course use it with cartridges and that's what I've done too) but overall it's more wired standard grip needle machine. if you using cartridges already then I would say Acus is better, it's really cool machine + wireless and has lot of setup options , that way you can make the machine to work like many different machines. (money wise I think it will cost almost 2X more then avenger as there's allot more technology / options / advantages in it) If you more used to standard setup / needles/grips etc. Then probably avenger, as you can use all your Existing equipment with it (power pack/pedal/grips/needles etc..) Hope it helps, good luck!

[@vantruong2733]

Should I use hard or soft force to get a realistic tattoo?please help me answer this question

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

There's no right way to answer this as it all depends on you, your technique, speed , preference , placement of the tattoo , customer etc.. Some tattooers prefer harder hitting machines to do soft work, other's softer. all is artists preference. But usually I believe softer machine would be easier to achieve softer work.

[@KaineHenshaw]

Doft

[@KaineHenshaw]

Soft

[@sakidolo]

Hi Anrijs,which machine do you prefer personally for smooth black and grey shading?The sol nova or the bishop power wand or the acus m1?I'm trying to decide with one to get.

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

all will be good ones, and I would say about same for black and gray too. I guess whenever you feel will be best one - take it! each of them have few pros and cons, so it's hard to suggest. If I had to pick one I would probably use - Sol nova. But mostly cause I have additional grips to it and I'm already used to this machine the most. Bishop is a bit smaller and more comfortable maybe, and you can also see voltage readouts. And Acus is most advanced from them all with additional stroke change options, motor mode changes, additional grip options and whole machine body sterilisation too

[@sakidolo]

Thanks for your take on them.I guess I will stick with Cheyenne, and buy the Sol nova because I have been using the hawk pen for a while now,because I really like it but now I want something wireless to try.Thanks again🤘🙏

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

@@sakidolo Yeah, I love Hawk Pen machine too. Sol nova unlimited is pretty much the same, it would be easy to get used to.

[@sakidolo]

Just ordered one yesterday.Thanks again for making me decide 🙏🤘

[@Hawaii2465]

The hawk pen, Sol nova was also made by the engineers who developed the M1 today. You should have tried the M1😊

[@kojayhs8230]

Hey man do you Like coil Machines or the acus M1 more

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

I do love coil machines. but I don't use them at all. ACUS for me.

[@tat2munky13]

How is the line work do you feel like you have to push hard for clean lines or dose it hit hard to where you just guide the machine and it does its job

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Easy for lines, really precise for smaller line work. 3-7. Was easy to do 9 liner too. I don't do lot lines in my work, I think if you would want it as a liner - better would be to set it up with 4.5 mm cam.

[@tat2munky13]

O ok I have a few rotary and I have to push kind of hard to get crisp lines, its between crisp lines or blow out, and I hate it...... to have to be cautious, I rather to hit hard with some weight behind it and glide the needle cartridge, is there any way you can do a needle cartridge review with the membrane being soft medium high tension that would be helpful as hell

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

@@tat2munky13 It can be tricky to line with rotaries. I always suggest coils or hybrid machines for someone who is looking to do line-work. and for the cartridges, I personally don't feel major difference between brands or membranes. So probably wouldn't be the best video for me to make! But I think I've seen there are some videos like that on youtube already! Maybe some of them can be helpful to you.

[@유튜b-x1o]

where can i live? A variety of tattoo supplies May I know the supply shop?

[@death_metal_dad87]

This review is awesome but that Joey Jordison is inSANE!! Thanks for the great content!!

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Thankyou so much!

[@tamarabryan9443]

I think more machines should be in hertz it’s easier to know how fast your machine is running

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

yeah would be cool if all machines were like that. would make more sense, since some machines are allot faster on 6v and others slower. would be easier to compare them that way.

[@ivanmendoza8457]

I just bought mine I'm still messing with the modes but so far m+2 is crazy good for large groupings but I like it so far....it does feel great but if your doing walk ins all day they don't offer disposables yet so not really meant for me I go back to machines that have disposables

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Yeah, it's allot to mess around with this machine. Deffo better for larger full day sessions than many smaller ones. Of course it's possible to get multiple aluminium grips and keep autoclave it all, like it's always been with steal grips in street-shop. + in long run less waste and will save some $$$

[@ivanmendoza8457]

​@@AnrijsStraumeTattooyeah I work in a street shop and the health department makes it a hassle to run an autoclave here its much easier to run disposables right now I use the unlimited 4.0stroke and ultron 2 just cause they both use disposables and I have a bunch but if I'm doing anything more than 5 hours I rather use something like acus I'm gonna see about ordering more grips

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

@@ivanmendoza8457 I like unlimited 3.5, using it with aluminium grip too. Sometimes I find that it works differently with disposable ones. Lining is harder for example, and sometimes cartridges can pop out. Idk, maybe it's just me. But I tattoo 1 client a day mostly, so it's easier to autoclave everything.

[@ivanmendoza8457]

@@AnrijsStraumeTattoo I have gotten the acus down perfectly in my rotation I use it for big pieces it's my favorite machine I use the wands for my walk ins but the acus is like my go to for anything more than 4 hours

[@josiahstrachen]

Nice to meet you I’m Josiah a great video looks like a good machine

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

Thankyou for checking it out!

[@алексейрадько-з2ц]

самый чистый и понятный английский для рускоязычного слушателя ) мое почтение ))

[@FbgKilla]

Can this machine learn owner tattooing? Like Ai tenitas and flux max ?

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

it doesn't have any software for it. But it is possible it will be upgraded to that. (I haven't kept with the updates) best to check their instagram or email them

[@ka.-.Duda.-.]

👹🙌🏿❤️‍🔥acus❤️‍🔥🙌🏿👹

[@ripper9112]

InkJecta X1 would be cool, its good but somewhat controversial , its not the newest machine, but have enless options like Acus also with different grips you can make it Coil style or Pen style.

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

yeah I know and heard allot about that machine. Reason why I was never interested to get one - Design looks awkward , it would ba almost impossible to clean it in case if it needs, and It's like 2 times bigger then almost any machine. I have heard that it's lightweight and comfortable to use. But still , looks massive. Might try it one day, who knows, might be a game changer for me!

[@ripper9112]

@@AnrijsStraumeTattoo Its a bit bigger but not 2 times:) Not even to the point it matters as long as its comfortable IMO. I got it and im a beginner practising still on fake skin, didnt had different machine in my hands and im wondering how it compare to Unlimited, Acus, Stigma Force etc. BTW you basically tested almost all top machines, maybe good idea for a vid will be to do a ranking, you have 100 questions in comments which machine is the best anyway.

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

@@ripper9112 Machine is pretty big haha... including the grip I would still say twice bigger then some machines (not all of them of-course) But from all the available machines - i'm pretty sure it's the largest one. But I do agree That doesn't matter if it's good and comfortable. Thanks for the Video suggestion! Hard to do ranking I think, as it will only include my personal opinion. But I do also believe - That all the machines can be Best to some artist and Worse one to other.. So impossible to rate.

[@ripper9112]

@@AnrijsStraumeTattoo Ok, theres new stigmas with adjustable stroke and motor on the fly for a reasonable price, unfortunetely not wireless but for people who dont care shoud be very interesting. Check it out if you didnt already. I dont know if it will be good with Criticals, if it is and its reliable it could be Best machine on the market in terms of price/versatility.

[@AnrijsStraumeTattoo]

@@ripper9112 Yeah. there's 2 of them. one with also adjustable give (from what I can understand) Those look cool and does seam to be very versatile machines too. Price wise it's on more expensive side I would say for a wired one. if you include Critical pack and make it wireless, it's about same as most of the wireless ones. (of-course it also gives you all the options to adjust on a go, so I would say worth it for a price compare to other ones)

[@craigo472]

Someone should do an acus m1 and the ultron 3 comparison video 🤔🤣 just so I can make up my mind where to throw $2k 😅

[@painville]

Ultron 3 only has one stroke option no match

[@rufdoestattoos]

Yes… I need this comparison as well, an actual 12.6watt motor vs a 9watt motor that has to pull extra amps to get the 12watts

[@painville]

I gotta tell ya the acus on m2 mode doesn’t push as the Vlad avenger 2 for sure@@rufdoestattoos

[@arpanjyotigogoi431]

Intro song please.....

[@animeindo4634]

I wan star tattoing chanel. Can you give me tatto machine lol 😁

[@ellenwoodslim7367]

Do a give away on that bishop shader

[@simonkristiansen960]

thats a bit demanding, buy one yourself?

[@ellenwoodslim7367]

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[@simonkristiansen960]

@@ellenwoodslim7367 lol

[@AlexBlacktattoo777]

Ништяк! Крутая "тачка " 👍

[@Simon-qt9nz]

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