ASI Golden Lever REVIEW (For Tekken) | THE MOST EXPENSIVE KOREAN LEVER?

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[@KeithJamesChua]

For those wondering about the slight squeaking when I was using the lever, it had only started making that noise while I was making the review so I contacted ASI via twitter and it turns out it was residue from the machining of the silver bushing as well as lack of lubrication on the actuator. They guided me on how to clean/lubricate it and now there's no more squeaking, so I have to commend them on their customer service. I highly recommend cleaning the parts and a applying lubrication before use to avoid a similar issue if you do buy one

[@beebs024]

ASI has some of the best customer service with regards to arcade sticks that I have ever experienced. They were willing to go out of their way to make my order exactly how I wanted it. Quite the difference when compared to my Razer Panthera Evo and Qanba Obsidian, both of which had faulty parts out of the box and I had to jump through some serious hoops to get a replacement(Qanba helped me trouble shoot the issues since I am a PC player, but Razer refused to replace my stick since I had reported significant issues with their keyboards and mice throughout my 4 years of trying to use their stuff, it kind of seemed like they blew me off).

[@beebs024]

got a sub from me though. Great video.

[@M4TTYN]

Time stamps 1:25 nice branding on Golden lever 4:26 in game test 5:51 wave dash on golden lever 6:40 kbd (Korean back dash) on Golden lever 9:06 byron (Aris funny nick name for bryan) qcf (quarter circle forward) test on Golden lever 14:30 mention that the brass on the gold ring will turn color relatively quick 16:32 combo showcase with Jin, Kazuya, drag, shaheen, noctis, Bryan & Julia 17:57 finale thought and opinion on the ASI golden lever

[@KeithJamesChua]

Thank you very much for providing the timestamps

[@TKMichinaga]

​@@KeithJamesChuaDo you not recommend this lever for newbies?

[@kosh12319]

The discoloration on the brass is called patina it's easily removed with brasso or any liquid metal polish and you can clear coat it if it is affecting your play.

[@nitomono]

Didn't catch the stream but good thing you did this!

[@KolbenTK]

Keep up the good work papa duke!

[@jl5177]

I moved over to korean like 3 days ago. Its so much different but much nicer feel.

[@LodanZark]

Best quality\price low colar korean levers: crown 309mj, ist alpha 49s (unbranded knee lever), taeyoung low colar fanta lever. Most premium korean levers: fujin v3, sanjuk v5, golden lever, cool bear lever Traditional korean levers: myoungshin fanta and taeyoung fanta

[@TheRomi18]

Which one is best for mishima? Please reply bro

[@LodanZark]

@@TheRomi18 Mishimas levers are usually the ones that has long throw and hard to hit diagonals (because it's easier to do the Electric Wind God Punch), probably taeyoung low colar version or 303MJ Crazy Dongpal would be a good option, if you don't mind spend a bit more you can go to the fujin v3 (the low colar mod it's hard to find, so might require drilling) or golden lever....

[@TheRomi18]

@@LodanZark I have sanwa one rn is there any mod for sanwa lever for mishima players?

[@TheRomi18]

@@LodanZark is ist alpha lever 49 and 47 good for mishima? They have low colar

[@LodanZark]

@@TheRomi18 ist 49s it's way better than 47 because it uses omron switches, it's one of best Korean levers, it's very balanced and it's easier to hit diagonals, it's good for players that plays different games and different characters, you can play with it for Mishima and doing well, but the build is not target for Mishimas because it's too balanced, if you wanna more Mishimas oriented lever you have to pick some with longer throw and harder diagonals, about sanwa jlf mods you can do, probably add a stronger spring to return neutrals quickly, and probably add a bat top, but personally I would save the money to get a Korean lever if tekken it's your thing

[@funkrates4778]

10:00 Personally, I find Japanese levers to be easier doing quarter circles. I mean I get what you're saying about the square gate, but you can get octogates or squircle gates, too. The intense resistance on K levers with the grommet can mess-up my quatercircles and half-circles. I think a J-lever is much easier. The best lever I have, which I use for street fighter and King of fighters is the JLF OTTO DIY V2 mod. Best thing ever. It's like 2/3 J-lever and 1/3 K-lever.

[@leonk1998]

I owned a golden lever for about 9 months. It honestly is one of the WORST products i've ever used. The build quality is super cheap and you'll notice the parts start to wear within a few weeks.

[@mindspacegaming]

I have the golden fanta lever and it is by far the easiest and best feeling korean lever for mishimas, and any character for that matter. Mine came with the custom yellow dual tension grommet which has harder cardinals and soft diagonals. I started with a crown 309 mj and it was a solid starting lever but the switches were way too hard for me.

[@flamezombie1]

Is that Maplestory music? It feels super nostalgic Nice review, looking to get an arcade stick at some point so I'll have to look around.

[@hylanderOP]

Get an octagonal collar man. it makes quarter circles a little easier than square gate but you can still find the corners!

[@vangoghsseveredear]

Korean levers dont and cant have any gates installed. There are no gates, its restricted to the end by rubber grommets which also provide tension as they dont use springs either. Its a completely different design philosophy to a Japanese/American style lever

[@hylanderOP]

@@vangoghsseveredear they have octagonal collars for the golden lever

[@vangoghsseveredear]

@@hylanderOP what really? Seems weird as hell. Interesting. I didnt know that, cheers

[@KizzyV]

Hype background music 🍄

[@has4030]

THE ENGRAVING DRIP IS FIRE great review trying to switch from pad lord knows this won't be what I get tho

[@rj5485]

AWESOME bro!

[@outthefryinpan]

I have the panthera evo and I suck at getting quarter circle motions but I don’t want the pay the price for this lever. Any recommendations?

[@TKMichinaga]

Do you reccomend these for newbies?

[@KeithJamesChua]

No. Its too costly of an investment imo. Trying out a normal stick first then seeing if you like it is key before being willing to drop that much for a lever

[@TKMichinaga]

​@@KeithJamesChuamaybe it's really good for mishima and non mishima characters

[@chickenweemg]

​@@TKMichinaga far cheaper options for the same performance exist. Golden lever is meant for people who know what they like and want to fine tune

[@EstrellaDelRock]

I just bought one and i am feeling roughness when doing circular motions, and a clunky sounds overall, is it normal or did i do anything wrong in the assembly?

[@KeithJamesChua]

You should probably lubricate the bearing. It's what I did and what most people do when they use metal actuators

[@Eth3realwarrior]

How did it pan out after maintenance? I just ordered one and want be prepared for any maintenance that is needed.

[@munmunyee]

is the silver shaft made of (stainless) steel? been hearing reports of the brass shaft having the threading snap and leaving residue on the core

[@KeithJamesChua]

Yes it is

[@thissmithymanga7119]

Hey dude funny enough I play an aluminum bat top sanwa with a 4 lbs tension spring I was wondering what grommet feels the most similar on a korean stick?

[@kosh12319]

I have played on a 4lb spring and several grommets for k levers if I'm honest I don't think there is a grommet that feels even similar I found the 4lb spring incredibly tiring on my hand after a couple hours play. The grommets are not as stiff as the spring at least not all the way to full actuation as the grommets get progressively harder the farther you push. If that makes sense.

[@edunavarro1031]

Does anyone know if I can install a Golden lever on Qanba Pearl? Without doing any modifications and what collar should I buy, Low collar, Japanese collar o which one?

[@funkrates4778]

Yes, You can. Make sure you get the golden lever without collar or low collar.

[@purezensu5488]

Hey bro, I just purchased a crown battop to go on my dbz atrox , can they work on my stock sanwa? And is a korean stick better for tekken 7?

[@thissmithymanga7119]

You need an 8 to 5 pin adapter and if its a high collar you need to drill a 35mm hole

[@osamablinkdagger2535]

Basically you can change all parts on every lever. You just must do it yourself.

[@Speedo94]

How did you get the glue off?

[@fourkings_]

Probably with a heatgun.

[@EseaGhost]

What font is that engraving?

[@bearyboy9088]

most of this is coming from the gate

[@Garyee__]

Why did I even watch this video? I play every single fighting game on an old PS3 controller and I didn’t understand a word he said. Man I’m bored.