The Stick I Use

[@Genyosai03]

The takeaway of this: Get yourself a girl who'll get you a CLEAN lookin' white and gold fightstick for a wedding gift.

[@10MT10]

Well I make atleast a custom for every character a white n gold skin it's too clean

[@Lipidman0]

Don't you mean blue and black? Kappa

[@pood2369]

@@Lipidman0 oh gosh

[@chairwood]

meleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee🐸

[@foreverseethe]

You know it's true love then.

[@nandho5982]

"Who said button mashing doesn't work" Um... You did

[@luketurner1386]

made a whole video about it lol

[@MUGENanaya]

It doesnt work *all the time* The best mixup is the one even you don't know the outcome of ;)

[@zanhonh2877]

The guy who made 2 whole 15-minute videos: years of academy training wasted!

[@Rex-golf_player810]

Probably a joke on purpose

[@MUGENanaya]

@@Rex-golf_player810 i know but yknow gotta let the people know that mashing raw super on wakeup ALWAYS works

[@duchi882]

The stick I use is made of wood and can also be multi-purpose to use as self-defense weapon or to play fetch with a dog

[@heheboi8831]

Or a weapon to use when u lose

[@jesuszamora6949]

I repurposed a cigar box to make mine. The absolute ONLY way to make a stick using Happ/IL parts.

[@tstsdrtsdrtsts]

god this video was so satisfying. makes me wanna customize my own stick.

[@penguindude24]

I finished my custom a month ago. Do it. Really fun experience.

[@aanon4019]

👀

[@nelo7325]

😏

[@SinisterSally]

Do it, its easy. At the very least put your own spin with a different ball or bat top and buttons.

[@yeetkunedo]

You should. I put in a 4lb tension spring, brushed aluminum balltop and silenced 30mm Sanwa buttons. My stick feels wonderful, and it no longer wakes up my family. 😂

[@thatkleinguy]

Knowing how good your essays are, Core-A Film sounds like a badass idea.

[@yeetkunedo]

thatkleinguy I agree

[@FengLengshun]

>expectation: some talk about the effect of controllers and how it fits to one's preferences >what I got: five minutes on making your own ideal stick No disappointment there. I don't get anything about PCBs but I just love them for some reason.

[@MUGENanaya]

HE DID IT AGAIN AUGH

[@hammers1594]

Oh hey he has a vid on that first one actually

[@jesuszamora6949]

PCBs are really the simplest thing to understand. Especially compared to padhacking. Tried that a couple times. Got it working once, but that was it.

[@TankEngine75]

What does PCB stand for?

[@MarkAngelbuer]

You're telling me that one of the best content creators wants to make another channel about film video essays!! SIGN ME UP!

[@onceaghost2693]

"I'm werid because I use blues, the loudest and clickiest switches." *laughs in mx green*

[@willo90li]

Out of curiosity, what is different about mx green (I'm not very familiar with controller customization so pls don't roast me lol)?

[@rubensjr1924]

William Memelli actually, I’m curious either

[@梓川咲太-d7p]

@@willo90li They're pretty much exactly the same as blues except they have a heavier actuation force. You can see all the differences between colors on cherry mx's website

[@willo90li]

@@梓川咲太-d7p Thank you kind sir :)

[@梓川咲太-d7p]

William Memelli np!

[@haughtygarbage5848]

If I had an S.O. that got me something that beautiful and nerdy for our wedding I'd would burst into tears of joy on the spot

[@DrWiley-fm3ik]

yeah that's what being with someone who loves you is like

[@haughtygarbage5848]

@@DrWiley-fm3ik maybe someday

[@KnightsDisillusion]

The video has a cat in it. 10/10 content.

[@GasFaceProductions]

All his vids do lol

[@jackfrostfromsmt3nocturne166]

@@GasFaceProductions yeah so all of his videos are 10/10

[@CanShades]

Facts

[@Rex-golf_player810]

Most of his vids include his cat Very epic.

[@Galaxia_EX]

But this isn’t Pablo...which cat is this?

[@thisistherun4015]

The 1$ mousepad trick is convincing me to do it. I was apprehensive because I didn't think I would find one that fits the whole stick, but seeing how you did it and realizing the bottom doesn't have to be fancy is putting me over the fence. I also have a Brooks Universal board and I reccomend it to anyone who will play any game their friends convince them to. If there's gonna be fighting games I know I can bring my stick, and that's super important.

[@jeramiahwarner7961]

If you don’t want to cut one in half, you could always buy a playing card game mat. They should cover most of the bottom of a stick and are made of the same material as mouse pads

[@thisistherun4015]

@@jeramiahwarner7961 goat

[@ill_Hex]

Even if I never pick up a stick, I’d still plan-out how to build one because my mind races with creativity at this hour.

[@gomibot7974]

i've never been interested in customizing my own stick before, always just bought them stock, but you make it seem really fun. it's like your stick is an expression of your own playstyle and creativity. never thought of it that way.

[@echoesamalie]

I actually picked up and customized my own Etokki Omni after watching this video since my old stick was showing her age. It's been bliss since. I even kept rewatching this video over and over in anticipation of my new stick coming in like a dork. Would heavily recommend the Omni.

[@Hitmonchu]

this is the most riveting 4 1/2 minute video ive ever seen, holy shit. i was def expecting to enjoy it but i didnt know id be so enthralled; every 20 seconds is a new golden piece of fgc history goodness me

[@TheSamuelOwens]

Core-A Film would be amazing to watch with Gerald’s smooth voice and high quality videos.

[@nerdyneedsalife8315]

I love Alex Nostalgix. His production quality is great and it's nice to see someone go in depth with Korean sticks.

[@BlamedAxis]

I love how customizable sticks are, it's so awesome

[@chaos.d_1736]

I love that he not only explains what stick he uses but also history and facts. He's just too cool.

[@xkmmx2132]

Once again Core A come out with a video that is simply better than any other video about a particular topic. I had literally no idea there was a his much customization available.

[@Bumtrickle]

I'm not much of a fighting game fanatic but I love your videos.There is a lot of dense material to get through but I can tell that you are really passionate about it. Thank you.

[@Mucmaster]

0:45 That may be the sexiest arcade stick I've ever seen

[@coolpikachufan01]

👌 props to the clicky buttons. I use slim kalih choc browns on my custom hitbox and I can’t even dream of going back

[@sneakyamxx]

great idea with the mousepad cut outs, definitely stealing that

[@HawkHollywood]

I use the Korean etokki Omni and I love it so much. I’ll be getting the gold edition once i get back into college. They’re so beautiful and I don’t think I’ll play on anything else

[@marcianoacuerda]

To the point, concise and no padding. I not only enjoyed the content of the video but also its editing. As another commenter my stick made of plywood. But it’s tailored for shooting games. So it has a jlf with a much shorter throw.

[@estevanrodriguez4458]

With Street Fighter 6 around the corner. It be nice to see an updated video on your stick you are currently using.

[@RFLCPTR]

Pretty sure he didnt change a thing

[@theodoreharris9557]

Man I remember back in the day (2013) I was trying to make my own fight stick and I couldn't get hold of an xbox compatible card, I ruined like 4-5 xbox 360 controllers from first time learning to solder the connections, they were frickin small and burnt out easily! Then a further 2 of my friend's controllers before finally getting one right, thankfully we went through a few 360s thanks to the red ring so there was an ample supply of controllers. Man we're so lucky now that there are universal fight stick boards out there, I might dig out my old fight stick and see if I can hook up what you got there and get back into street fighter. Thanks for showing your fight stick and how you made went about it.

[@terrywong7677]

CoreA Film is something I would subscribe to in an instant! I feel like those who are already into your analytical videos are probably interested enough in your style of analysis and presentation to appreciate films getting the same treatment. Looking forward to it in ten years!!!!!

[@CommunitySkratch]

yayyyyyyyy more core-a, ive been watching your videos on repeat for the past week. : )

[@user-ud4xz6db1l]

Alright, give em the stick. Don't give em the stick! You know my dad? OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH

[@1t_75_s]

Damnit

[@AlexRFightgames]

I don't know much about computers other than the one we got at my house. My mom put a couple games on there and I play...

[@GenericSoda]

Me when my friend attempts to loan a stick to somebody with unwashed hands

[@neilomac]

HOLY COW I’M TOTALLY GOING SO FAST AH FUCK

[@user-et3xn2jm1u]

What's it been, 13 years? 14? My lord, it's like I'm looking in a mirror.

[@Hlidskialf]

The stick i use? X360 pad

[@DeronHargrove]

Same here for USFIV lol

[@crestofhonor2349]

Hlidskialfk I like the dual shock 4 or the xbone controller for my fighting games

[@dennisdevries2226]

Mine is the hori RAP arcade stick. I wanted to modify it but im too scared

[@matshbocks]

Hm, better than the pro controller.

[@ajidanang9508]

Dualshock 3 moment

[@crimson-foxtwitch2581]

FYI, you can also buy the Omni with Sanwa parts and the Brook Universal Fighting Board pre-installed, or whatever configuration you want between Korean, Sanwa, default, or UFB.

[@deafmelonex6983]

Super interesting listening to someone talk about their stick, gives me feelings of someone describing their custom made weapon of choice, or a car or something

[@NuclearTaco-oz4mi]

I'm a simple man, I see Core A Gaming, I click.

[@deathm0100]

In blue.

[@certnzone7331]

This was a better mod guide for me than dedicated stick modding videos I've watched, thank you

[@Xsaber8894]

My dad likes korean sticks (despite living completely in the US and Japan) but I like japanese. We both main guile. He still kicks my ass everytime lmao.

[@chronology556]

Awesome, Dad.

[@ShorePlain]

That was some really interesting insight on the Taeyoung molds, never knew the backstory of it and why Myoungshin started taking over before Crown got in and Taeyoung came back :O Also, I absolutely adore your use of Tekken 4 music, a game and soundtrack I can never part with!

[@f1r3hunt3rz5]

Even the way you showcase your _stick_ is an art form.

[@BreakMan333]

I've done the double tape mouse pad to my 2 favorite sticks and it's easily the cheapest and best mod I've ever done. Thanks Gerald!

[@aaronfraga8809]

I don’t even care if it isn’t the usual analysis video, the quality is still top notch.

[@yoshidoor5229]

Thanks to your stick, I was able to create a review for my class.

[@billythedreamer]

I made my own stick when I was about 16, nearly 14 years ago. Followed all the instructions on Slagcoin. It was Just a simple box made out of Mdf wood with plexiglass. For the pcb I used a madcatz arcade games tick for the 360. I was so proud of it as a kid, even though my soldering was crap. It's good to see there's so much more resources and community. I can't believe you don't need to solder anymore, as I did such a shit job of it lol. Im going to try and get back into it and try doing it as a craft :)

[@MikalTheGunHunter]

I keep rewatching this video it’s so satisfying

[@alexpaik1214]

I always kind of knew, but didn’t really know how sticks work. Now I know!

[@MarioFlogar]

Nice wedding gift bro

[@Galaxia_EX]

I could make a video about my GameCube controller, but it wouldn’t really be the same. It’s amazing how much variety and history these stick controllers have. Great video!

[@christianaevertree2447]

You can’t stop making videos man Great Big Story just shut down you’re one of the greats left

[@TheBigAyland]

I'm just getting into fighting games properly, so it's nice to know about the options for building fight sticks.

[@HellecticMojo]

Always glad to see Etokki stuff doing well.

[@HarmonicVector]

Gerald: "I use Cherry MX blues--" r/mk: *proceeds to mald off the mention of Cherry MX switches*

[@CylonDorado]

*Cries in Cheap Fight Pad*

[@TheCrewExpendable]

I guess we can add “fight stick” to the list of wedding gifts people never use, along with “fine china.”

[@urmumongod7933]

Man I don't care what he uploads I just like watching them he is very entertaining

[@dogwalk3]

man i used to make & sell sticks on online forums back when virtua fighter 4 just came out. ah the days of woodworking & chests of switches & printing custom graphics. i miss doing that.

[@AvnerRosenstein-ULTRA-LXV]

I'm a Happ/IL user but I love watching videos of what people like to use for games. I like Sanwa joysticks too but not as much as Happ/IL. Great video!

[@danielpadilla1233]

Awesome video! Always bringing quality content. I have a Razer Panthera for SFV, but I’m considering getting a custom stick with a Korean lever for Tekken to see the difference. Gotta love the airport track! Tekken 4 may not be the best gameplay wise, but it has the best stage music of the series hands down.

[@Colindalugia]

I recently got myself the Mayflash 500 as my first stick. When I get more used to stick, customizing it will be no real issue. Now I just need to get some artwork for it

[@steelixman]

that mousemat trick on the bottom of your arcade stick is so high IQ. I need to do that as well. Thanks for that insight!

[@cellula2302]

I LOVE how whenever I see a core-A video I'm 100% sure than even with a title like "the controller I use" I'll get some universal knowledge out of it. I'm always curious about what I'll learn next

[@RedBull78hero]

Thank you Gerald so so much. Now I feel confident enough to try and make my own DIY fightstick.

[@ultrapim1]

If anyone in europes interested in these sticks, there is a very simelair stick made in the uk called the one zero

[@G_Gr00v3]

I have a custom arcade stick by JunkFood Custom Arcades, and I couldn't be happier with it. I didn't add custom art, but was specific with the combination of a purple body with black / white buttons

[@MyRunningRiot]

Nice to see Alex Nostalgia getting some recognition. Dude's a hidden gem

[@kholdkhaos64ray11]

Damn. A cool fightstick as a wedding gift? Talk about goals. She IS a keeper.

[@fancydeeldo]

i use a stock fighting edge v2 because aris said in a video that it was excellent. he was not wrong, it is a beautifully designed stick.

[@AquosFrost]

I use pad, a DualShock 4. Honestly playing Street Fighter V was a nightmare with its 6 button inputs for basic attacks, and the need to press multiple buttons at once. I’m glad Tekken left plenty of room on the shoulder buttons so I can set them up to multiple button inputs.

[@christianmarriott3696]

I just love it when marketing people describe acrylic as 'bullet proof'.... I wonder how confident they would be of that claim if I handed them a sheet to stand behind whilst loading up a rifle.... On a more positive note, another awesome fight stick made with a metal case is the GCOM ArcadeStick, I've been using it for just a few weeks but Lovit.

[@mezzaluce]

biggest surprise was the mew t-shirt "...and the glass handed kites" such a great record

[@Evilj82]

Shout outs to you for mentioning Fantasia ! Most players only know about Green Arcade . I’ve been in the FGC for longer so I know about Fantasia .

[@voltage4644]

Short and Sweet. Love it, thanks!

[@lotharthedestroyer7037]

Silver is indeed shiny.

[@sonictitan1239]

I really love my custom stick, it was so fun to make, can’t wait to make another one

[@thunderfister7536]

as a film student and fan of yours, id really want to see you make a channel dedicated to movies

[@squeezylemon1162]

Repping the Omni, one of the best sticks Absolutely love mine The white gold is absurdly beautiful

[@N0._.B00f]

Pretty cool set up

[@vitruong1_]

Core-A film review series sounds hella good

[@Hankshaw47]

Giving a shoutout to Alex. Classy stuff, his channel is as to date criminally underrepresented.

[@frankiep5751]

I have the omni - Korean version. I replaced the lever with the Crown Help Me Lever. Incredible stick , perfect size , keeps your lap cool as well. Put some custom one piece art on it to , looks incredible!

[@LettuceGod1]

Core A film is something I need now

[@goldenspiral6008]

Just today I´ve been working on the proportions of my first arcade stick with a cardboard dummy.

[@slyfox4374]

Core A back at it again. Never a bad video.

[@neomcdoom]

This is one of my favorite channels, fucking rocks.

[@girdielbohmer2148]

The stick i use is made of wood, has some shiny plastic wrap, and a Venom, from Guilty Gear art on it. Samwa buttons, a old school, sturdy brazilian stick, custom microswitches, and board. I made my son´s the same way, but fancier, and, since he loves Juri from SFV, I kinda copied Gerald stick art...

[@sladejosephwilson2300]

I kind of want to see that

[@enriquegarciahernandez5649]

This is a sick arcade stick man, congratulations!

[@PerfectDarkFore]

0:53 thats.... beatiful!!!!

[@StaplesofDoom]

Never thought about that mouse pad idea, I have a stick that slides like mad. Gonna do that this week.

[@heitornunes6225]

"Core - A Gaming Stick Reveal" Instant click

[@hunterking4228]

Now this is what I call quality content.

[@KuraiMuin]

I love your content man, I'm left craving more

[@TheRealDustinNunn]

I would install a sanwa JLF lever with either a ball-top or a bat-top on it, an eight-way restrictor plate and hayabusa buttons into the etokki arcade stick controller.

[@mregasi]

Etokki is now likely out and only god knows how we will get tae fantas now... :(

[@Ramsey276one]

Cat:...I am not sure about this new toy for me... We already have a Doggo Hadoken video. Next: Cat Pro reads! XD

[@yabbadabbindude]

Finally a stick that has a bat top and not a square gate

[@Brian-rp7dj]

The mousepad idea is really good. I have a piece of skateboard grip tape on the back of one of my old sticks, but it wears on your pants so I stopped doing it. Might have to try a mousepad instead.

[@abovebelow4061]

Mine is being delivered tomorrow. I got the Etokki Omni Korean Edition. I’m so HYPED🎉🎉

[@JustMK_1]

I'd be down to watch video essays on movies or tv shows with this kind of quality editing. #CoreAFilming2021

[@MoyosoreOgunbiyi]

What a Wedding Present! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@mirukuchan]

Video essay on parasite? Would love to see it!

[@omen2034]

This was sooo good i hope etokki comes out with one for the ps5 its expansive to ship but is hell of worth it