Blade 350 QX3 Quadcopter Drone from Horizon Hobby

I decided it was time to step up my drone game, so I asked Horizon Hobby to send over this beast, the Blade 350 QX3.
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[@armoureddanger]

Woudn't it be nice to lay in bed with a glass of wine, while watching live feed on my ipad, of my neighbors bedroom.

[@MrLunithy]

In 480p woo hooo ....-__-

[@armoureddanger]

MrLunithy no, in 1080p 60fps

[@Unholybeef]

MrLunithy The QXC or QX3 or QX4 w/e you wanna call it has a 1080p 60 fps camera (optional) as he said in the video.

[@remotecontrolaholic]

Jaymes Stewart true, but the live feed is of far lower resolution.

[@armoureddanger]

remotaholic considering most of pornhubs videos are downscaled to 480p, I don't mind watching 1080p downscaled to 480p video of my neighbors wifes bush.

[@xXAssasinXx2456]

I wonder what would happen if I threw an emp in Linus's house.....

[@aaronhilsz-lothian4637]

Linus would find you

[@FEGOStudios]

And He would kill you

[@IAMTHEJEWBOY]

with all the tech u ruined

[@wistfulbreeze2025]

then feed you to the fishes

[@PharaHooves]

and then slap your family with those fish

[@Teanji]

Here's something new, I'd like to see some reviews from you guys on *software*. I don't think I've ever heard/seen you say that it's not possible/plausible to do, so I'd be interesting!

[@KendallSmithFPV]

Thanks for another great review. I already have the Blade 350 QX3 and after a crash decided to transfer the "guts" to another frame that was easier to fix and mount additional equipment on (e.g.: FPV gear). I wish the original plastic molded frame was more durable, didn't have 42x10^100 tiny screws, and cost less than $35. I want to mention to other potential hobbyists that the PIDs for the flight controller are NOT modifiable. Therefore my transfer to a larger frame with a heavier mass is less stable. I knew this was a likely possibility, and unfortunately changed the flight characteristics drastically and frankly, it's unusable. I will be purchasing a stock body from my local Horizon Hobby dealer and will repurpose the 450mm frame for another build.

[@EpikFlyingBrick]

Just a heads up, you gave out your exact latitude and longitude at around 6:28

[@lukelouderback1460]

its the park he was at not the office

[@benargee]

whether its the office or park, more people know thanks to you.

[@lukelouderback1460]

it would be really hard to fine where the office is from there. its a very large residential area

[@Boa796]

luke louderback The one with the 30000 rads on the outside, lol

[@TonyTheGuy98]

luke louderback I live in the same area as Linus, or at least same city, his outside video's have been filmed in different cities, he was no where near the office while filming in the soccer field. I assume his office is located in Vancouver

[@ROG-ht5cz]

Watching this after flying my 350QX3. Linus, if you are even somewhat experienced with traditional quadcopters, I only needed to read half of one packet. It is easier to watch the HH KZbin series instead though. But I suggest you get a DX8 to use alongside the drone. It can control Tue gimbal without losing other controls like on the DX4e

[@thejackofclubs]

theyre not drones. the only reason they are called drones is because of the popularity of the parrot ar drone. calling all rc multirotors "drones" is like calling all laptops "macbooks". you would slap someone if they said "hey i just bought a lenovo macbook!"

[@iosxbetax]

I got the PERFECT example: It´s like calling dolphins fishes! But seriously, I´m so pissed off by this whole drone thing, I wish people would just call multirotors what they really are...

[@charlesnr2000]

You mean quad copters right cause that's what the aircraft he flew was and what most people will fly

[@SuperFrodo95]

A drone is a name given to a robotic vehicle. Generally in the hobby, any model aircraft, whether it is a modified foam plane or a quadcopter, that is capable of autonomous flight is a drone. AR Drones are drones because they are able to fly themselves, the Blade QX 3 is a drone because it can fly itself, a Blackout mini with a go pro on it is probably not a drone because most are built using flight boards that don't have autonomous capability.

[@netizen42761]

thejackofclubs Linus does know the difference as he stated it in a previous video

[@TheRobojay]

You should probably look up the definition of the word drone before making comments like this. By your logic cars shouldn't be called vehicles.

[@cyleleghorn246]

Great video! I didn't know about this drone, and was planning on building one with a flight computer so my mom could take some aerial footage of properties she is trying to sell as a real estate agent, but this would be alot simpler. Also, for future reference, when you are talking about aerial maneuvers and maneuverability, the word is aerobatic, not acrobatic ;) Keep up the good work man, you're doing the world a favor with your videos making the realm of tech easy to get into for beginners. I built my first computer 3 years ago with the help of one of your guides, and I've been spreading the knowledge ever since!

[@SkYjAcKeR666]

Sandals n socks ??? Really???

[@TheSapphireflyer]

thought the same..

[@SkywereProductions]

You must be new here ;D

[@dayman888]

kinky right?

[@Luniii737]

it's really comfortable

[@ChrispyNut]

Welcome to the channel John Inglis. Yes, really. Despite years of abuse from his lacki.... employees, suppliers, sponsors and viewers, he still insists that socks + sandals are the best footwear for all of the things. Stick around for more silliness in other tech related videos where the hosts taken themselves about as seriously as a dolphin high on shrooms.

[@BarakaGitari]

This was really fun to watch. The large sweeping shots.

[@TheTraumaFactor]

Definately just pulled his zipper DOWN at 5:05 (watch that arm)

[@mbpowe11]

I would love to see some reviews/comparisons of where computing/electronics was 10 years ago vs today, 5 years ago vs today and so on. To kind of show some perspective of just how far we've come. You could review some older products and put them up against newer ones to see which functionality you miss and which functionality you are glad have come into today's products.

[@JacobOlsen]

Uuhh the title and description say qxc

[@LinusTechTips]

***** fixed lol. Nick didn't know.

[@AidanFryer]

LinusTechTips You forgot to change the initial comment, it still says QXC.

[@neoqueto]

LinusTechTips There WAS something Nick DIDN'T KNOW!? :OOO

[@APpGRAFIk]

LinusTechTips it still says QXC in the description of the video.

[@DUSKF1RE]

LinusTechTips still says QXC

[@BeginnersTech]

Looks great but the price tag is a tad high you should do a DIY series and build one

[@Peemax]

Stop reviewing those baby toys, build a custom multicopter please.

[@IBCMTB]

I'm seriously liking that you're starting to cover multirotors more!

[@DylanClarkSallee]

Wouldn't mind seeing those headphones reviewed! Or just a general roundup of headphones like MKBHD does sometimes.

[@Ripskin16]

I have a gen 1 350 QX, loved it initially but as a video platform it fell short for a few reasons. The A prop failures killed 3 of them, the cnc adapters work great and allowed for more stability but less acrobatics. The GPS interference issue was fixed by simply selling a new model and not really offering much for those who made the second round possible. The quad is great for acrobatics (use the B props) and just enjoy the fun there. I went to a Phantom 2 with 2.4ghz FPV. I have that set at a 1 mile max range, and with a directional receiver antenna had no video issues with line of sight. The QX is a lot of fun in full manual mode / Stability but for video I did not find it the best option to go full on. This 3rd gen looks much better but seems to continue some of the initial issues. Good product for more budget oriented.

[@L4kyITA]

5:00 epic win! Nice video, as always!

[@callizer]

You made me interested in this whole drone/RC thing LinusTechTips . Could you do a review on DJI Phantoms?

[@torinpfundt2809]

To go along with your quad copter things you have been doing lately, you should review the Blade Nano qx. It's more of an introduction to the rc hobby. And gives a lot of experience that helps if you get into aerial photography.

[@eck171]

i'd like to see you do a review on all the different types of keycaps(construction material, backlighting capability...etc). Also, I would love to see a video explaining NVMe and all the MOBO's currently supporting it and also the initial MOBO's from the z97 early stage launch like the ROG Maximus VII Hero.

[@burdebc1]

The Bravo V2 Headphone Amplifier looks pretty awesome. I love all the exposed components and the ability to modify it if you so desire.

[@SwissFightsCrime]

I would love to see you do more video/camera related reviews! Your cameraman is great on camera.

[@DrewBailey0]

Would love to see you review the Herman Miller Embody chair.

[@SaeranM]

I know you said you wouldn't but a Pebble Time review would be nice. I'm an original Pebble backer and will be upgrading, but I'm interested in hearing your thoughts.

[@ruttabl1]

I've always liked to see more desktop/ regular microphones reviewed. Right now I have a Zalman microphone taped to the side of my headphones to make the mic sound better but I am in need of an Antlion or just a regular desktop microphone. Hopefully someone who loves audio as much as I do gets those pairs of headphones and mic combo!

[@FEGOStudios]

It's funny how I got a mail a few days ago about the Audio Technica MSR7's & few days later Linus enlightens me.. I get enough mails from Massdrop already :P

[@TylerRaber]

I would love to see a review of the trackball that is currently on Massdrop. I thought about joining the drop, but I am not to certain how much I would like it. It would mostly be used as a 3D mouse for CAD and other related things.

[@nsyedhasan]

Always love the AudioTechnica gear!

[@dillacorn_linux]

Awesome product. Can't wait for more of these awesome drones! I know so many people who would love these things, recording footage way up in the air is awesome. Maybe Go-Pro will partner and make a drone compatible with the Go-Pro's.

[@MartinRodgers2255]

LinusTechTips May I suggest reviewing the 'Yuneec Q500' if U've not already have done against the 350 QX3 for the Wi-Fi feed. I've just purchased a BNF QX3 and only have a Gopro Hero. hoping to upgrade, when i win the lottery, to get the C-GO2 gimbal camera. which I here is pretty cool by your video. Incendently I unfortunately crashed my QX3 and have to spend out over a £100.00 for new parts. I didn't relise that the shells (different part numbers) where different, had to modify my new shell becuase the gimbal socket was on the landing gear of old one (witch I cut to get it off). I made a clamp out of a piece of plastic to secure the socket in the hole of the bottom of new shell (cos' no clamp or screws came with the new shell) and the screws I got out of and old kids 'walky-talky' watch that fitted nicely. Iam now just waiting on the GPS mast & antenna from 'NZ Hobbies' they where the only ones that had them instock. Anyway fingers crossed I'm hoping to be up and fying soon. I am in process of making a video of the experience so please watch and give advice when I get it uploaded cheers Martin.

[@DachoL777]

Great review. As a suggestion for a review, you could review several DAC/Amp combos that are on Massdrop.

[@DiscoMoon1]

Great review. Would like this type of gadgets more times.

[@thomaslampertius7205]

Linus if you can try to review the qav250 carbon fiber by lumenier you get one rtf and if you get a fatshark system and set it up you'll have fpv and a racing quadcopter. I have built one and am really enjoying it and i think you would enjoy reviewing one there really fun.

[@Ace12GA]

Linus, lets see a Quad build off between you and Luke. You each source a frame, motors, electronics, etc... and build your own. See who can get the best performance and flight times out of the same spec battery.

[@Thatkrazysob]

I want to see more drone videos. These have been pretty cool

[@Mr-Jak]

Hey, speaking of GoPro -- I think a video using it as a webcam vs a standard webcam, such as the Logitech C920 would be cool. If not a GoPro, any other HD camera should suffice. You can compare the ease of use, image quality, and explain how someone would go about setting it up, and why.

[@abcwikiwiki]

Already a member to Massdrop. I'd like an overview of the new "generic" (non Cherry) mechanical key switches, I'd like to know more about them and how they stack up to Cherry's flavors. Possibly a crazy build your own mechanical keyboard video with lots of different kinds of switches.

[@campr723]

I would like to see more Amps/DACs reviewed Linus. Something that would accompany a pair of headphones like that nicely.

[@DanHonnen]

I want to see you guys review the QAV250! Also, I'd really love it if you guys did a build video of that quad!

[@ericsmith1181]

Love the Quadcopter Videos you are making! Please keep it up :)

[@benjamingrunauer7491]

You guys should review that portable kayak on massdrop, it looks really cool!

[@lilljacob]

This thing was amazing, watching it in 4k on my 17" vga dell

[@InFuwenZa]

I would love to see you guys review the really small drone they have.

[@JosephAraya]

Linus I would like to see a video talking about spare parts availability of computer cases. Maybe a review comparing modems and their effect on internet connectivity? Idk more cheap useful tech is always great to see

[@zanewalkom]

A review of a trackball such as the current CST LaserTrac would be handy. Especially Luke's opinions of using it Star Citizen.

[@thecurryboy7]

I already have a massdrop account, love using their website. Linus should review cheaper/lower end drones, like the Syma X5C.

[@thomaskeen5001]

That jetboil flash cooking system would make an interesting review!

[@Alexanderjcarlson]

LINUS! You guys should review the ErgoDox at some point. I know you don't do a ton of stuff on mech boards, but a build log + review would be amazing.

[@zul]

welcome to Malaysia, Linus

[@DarkRedRat]

A review would be great. And thanks for mentioning that awesome site. Haven't heard of it before but I definitely will use it a lot I think :D

[@Jgs92692]

I'd like to see more reviews for those headphones, they look really good! It would be really cool if Massdrop could manage to get some fancy 4K monitors, or even 120Hz 1080 monitors up for purchase.

[@WetaMantis]

hope you'll have a good journey

[@mattcaudillo5962]

Would like to see a review on the Corsair h100i GTX

[@Ghettobynoah]

I'd love to enter that massdrop deal! I think it'd be cool if you guys would review some headphones since I know you often do microphones and other tech but I haven't seen a pair of headphones in a while.

[@TechWithTravis]

Seems like a pretty cool drone!

[@okami9064]

Would definitely like to see a full review of those headphones. Also more ear buds such as the Shure SE535 :)

[@gillesbaudeweyns6802]

Would love to see a review of the TBS Gemini if you're planning to do more multi-rotor reviews. Pretty cool that Massdrop is doing another giveaway.

[@joerickard7636]

It would be great to see a review of graphics cards such as the compact gigabyte 970. I'm curious about how it would perform compared to a full-sized card, and how it handles it's heat output.

[@CyberGray]

You should do a review on the Audio-Technica M50x. I hear they are amazing headphones and would love to see what you think of them.

[@Liryc19]

I would really love to see some "raw" (at least not youtube re-compressed) footage when you review something with a camera!

[@playful1510]

I think that you should review the Blade Nano QX. It's a hobbyist grade microquad. I have one and I love it!

[@John-of5sh]

AWESOME Mon!!! You did everything but explain how I can sneak one of these Bad Boys past the Little Lady. I was scoping these out on eBay, and the closest one I could find to the one you are driving in the video-with the camera-runs around 800 clams plus shipping. Does that sound about right? .

[@del7a7]

Review good budget overclocking monitors! Monitors are usually one of the most expensive parts of any rig and figuring out the best one for the money is often difficult. Thanks.

[@TheStatusKuo]

Could you do a comparison of gaming mousepads? I know it's not as glamorous as a new RGB keyboard or a liquid cooling build, but there's just a big lack of good reviews for them. It's hard to get a comparison for something simple like scale and also how they might perform differently. There are a lot of products that cost a pretty penny. Are they just selling snake oil or do some of them actually work better than others?

[@koenreith]

I'd love to see a review of some of the cheap DAC/amp combos they're running

[@ThePhireBall]

I'd like to see Linus review a variety of different routers and put them head to head. Apple's range vs Netgear stuff etc etc

[@indianasummers7716]

Looks pretty cool, I'd like to see a top of the range drone though.

[@Mradb105]

I've been waiting so long for an O2 dac/amp to come up again on massdrop

[@louisturbo]

Linus you should take a look at the 3D Robotics Iris+, it's more advanced but has all the features you complained about and is generally better.

[@Daldaren]

Make Luke do a benchmarking etiquette video for each of the main components. Outline the key points to avoid variables, suggested environments/tools and accessories to validate things like power consumption and/or noise, etc.

[@jakefoster8308]

GL on the giveaway! I'd like to see some more HOTAS reviews. Excited for Star Citizen!

[@klasta69]

I don't know whether or not it's too niche but a zoomh5 review would be nice

[@Cheezburgl4r]

I'd like to see a review and build of a DIY drone. Been toying with the idea of building one myself

[@superdrummer3578]

Linus, you need to review a keyboard with cherry mx clear switches. Also, which is the best option for a budget laptop for light gaming and CAD - new, refurbished, or used? By budget I mean less than 600$

[@BBlueBBasterd]

Wow that looks pretty cool, but I'd love to see something of a DIY quadcopter review as well!

[@rigjuiceturbo]

I'd love to see some Zowie mice or cable holders on Massdrop. They're something that a lot of people would be interested in in my opinion.

[@Remmes]

Kinda want some unboxing videos, I like knowing how a product is shipped/packed

[@DimentioJ]

I'd love to see you review the consistency between Kailh switches.

[@stephenchee]

I would love to see multi tool products or Leatherman products on Massdrop. I haven't seen any drops yet since I've been a member. Linus (or I guess Luke since he's such a keyboard fanatic) could review one of the many mechanical keyboards that are dropped.

[@TheOfficialSater]

A review of the new corsair all in one coolers would be sweeeet.

[@CollateralNerdage]

I'd like to see a review of some XLR mics and pro audio setups for people looking to get into podcasting or streaming, not just those plug and play USB mics.

[@NicholasDomenichini]

Review the Audio Technica MSR7's you just mentioned! I was interested in this deal on massdrop before you even mentioned it, but now that I know you have a pair... well you have to review it, right? RIGHT??

[@TonyTascioglu]

You Should Review More Of Everything! (preferably PC or tech related items) (I'm already a Massdrop member)

[@Gargasmells]

well they only have the potato keycap on massdrop atm from what i can see, but a general how-to video about changing/finding the best keycaps would be nice, eventhough it is a very simple process, if not maybe you could take a look at the "Grifiti Colored Fat Wrist Pad" and other wrist-supports and how they stack up against the "built-in/snap-on" wristsupports most newer keyboards have

[@RevoltTrain]

That title though Already have a MassDrop account Would be awesome to see a game review from you guys when GTA V finally releases for us. Would be cool to see such a unique video

[@Voidward]

Wouldn't mind to see a review of those MSR7s, they look pretty nice.

[@melkorrealmz4526]

Loving the idea of these Quad videos!!! Please review the "Storm Racing Drone Type - A" with FPV goggles!!!!! :D Nerf disk launcher attachment for deathmode. This is a sport of the future in the making!!

[@d0tz_]

holy crap the areo shots with the quadcopter looks really compressed, is that also part of the camera's issue or was it recorded from the live feed or something

[@MadMaxProductionsTM]

I think a review on different crash cameras would be cool. I didn't even realise there is a big market for them until today.

[@TheFadedAura]

Count me in for those headphones! I think you should do more reviews of custom keycaps.

[@AXCEpoke]

Can you guys review a good pair of sandals to take on vacation? Or just review one of your favorite pre built desktops you think are worth it.

[@TheAwkwardisawesome]

I want to see a review of long-term usage of the Logitech G710+ and whether or not Linus still thinks it's a great mechanical keyboard (I also own one).

[@fuzzydogdog]

Keycap reviews would be awesome!

[@sjoerdsein]

I am a massdrop user, and I would like to see a review of the Just Mobile Lazy Couch or the TruSound T2 Bluetooth Speakers (or both!)

[@Ceiryus]

Parking in front of a fire hydrant and flying near power lines. Linus lives on the edge!

[@JasonMTuftsify]

I can't wait for the review on freesync monitor(s), the price for them should be better then g-sync and I'm wondering if they are better or worse then them as well. Well here hoping to get a upgrade for my computer, and good luck to everyone else that is hoping to win.

[@PauseTheCatPTC]

I'd like to see an audio technica mic review if possible. Maybe a comparison with the Blue Yeti?

[@legoAnim]

I'd like you to review Thermoelectric Cooling. There are no good tutorials on how to use (mod) things like peltier devices into liquid cooling loops/heat syncs. You said on the WAN show you where getting into sub-zero cooling and this would make a cool addition to that collection of videos. Also liquid nitrogen/dry ice is cool. On mass drop I want to see more computer hardware. e.g: CPUs, GPUs, PSUs, MoBos etc.