Showing the Difference Between RGB and Pixel Sabers

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[@StarWarsTheory]

In the next video, I throw my sabers down a flight of stairs, slam it in a car door, and smash it on a boulder at the beach...

[@Red_saber]

Lol I want to see witch one if not all of them breaks

[@maltelarsen124]

Theory neopixel sabers arent made for duelling or made to take that heavy hits its made for show and spinning

[@Red_saber]

@@maltelarsen124I use them for fast strikes it’s good for that And also cut him some slack he jest started selling them.

[@maltelarsen124]

@@Red_saber i know

[@LaraA55]

The quality of the sabers will still be quite high 👍

[@djthebigkor-ian8074]

Basically a video informing you why one is more expensive than the other. More sites should have videos like this.

[@kuunami]

Yes. I agree. I'm fairly new to the lightsaber market and I had to do my own research. Very little explanation on most sites

[@letsgetitit2987]

Rightfully more expensive*

[@ILIKEV1D3OGAM3S]

Thanks for the clarification, now I know which one to pick from your store 🫡

[@bigyoshi5170]

*Insert Liam Neeson lightsaber noises*

[@j.r.9019]

Wasn't it Ewan McGregor that kept getting in trouble for making lightsaber noises while filming?

[@bigyoshi5170]

@@j.r.9019 ”Here batter, batter, batter. Heeereeeeeee batter, batter, batter.” -Qui-Gon Jinn

[@TriGgaPenG]

Charlie Hopkins style

[@bryantmartinez9936]

Proffie seems like a perfected saber for our time & yea the RGB definitely reminds me of the classic sabers from back In the day ! Can’t wait for that tournament next year it’s going to be sick

[@joebi_wan_kenobi]

Just bought a saber! I've been on the fence about getting one for a while but you've sold me completely. I wish more sites went into as much detail as you.

[@coreyvisser7004]

An important thing to mention is the durability of each of them. Due the fact that a base lit hilt utilizes a hollow polycarbonate tube with 3mm-6mm thick wall, there's no LED's or wires inside the blade to damage or break so even if the polycarbonate breaks (Which is really hard to do with the 6mm) a replacement blade is cheap and easy. Ideal for full contact dueling. Pixel blades however are a different story. Most companies will state they are still rated for full contact dueling, and they can in fact be dueled with, however there are some caveats. Firstly, there are lots of components that make up the electronics in the blade. The Polycarbonate itself is just as strong as base lit blades with 3mm or 6mm options. But there are some key areas vulnerable damage. The LEDs themselves can be damaged leaving a dark spot on the blade. Wires can come loose or break also leading to areas of the blade not lighting up. Issues or damage to the PCB at the base of the blade or the pins in the hilt can lead to issues. With that said some of these issues can be fixed if you know what you're doing. A simple soldering job or just replacing the damaged part such as the PCP or the LED strip. You can also just send it away to a saber smith or some companies offer a warrantee and will fix it for free. Sometimes the whole blade will need to be replaced and pixel blades cost roughly 3X as much as base lit blades. Pixel blades are also much heavier than base lit blades especially the 6mm walled ones. In conclusion,,, Base Lit Blade Pro's -Lighter -More durable -Cheap to replace -Easy to modify the length Base Lit Blade Con's -Not as bright -Not uniformly lit -No fancy animations Pixel Blade Pro's -Much Brighter -More uniformly lit -Ignition, clash and general animation -Customizable/Programable animations -More accurate looking Pixel Blade Con's -Much heavier -Electronics inside are vulnerable -More expensive to replace -Harder to fix or modify I'd recommend no more than light contact or choreographed fights/performances with a pixel blade. It won't necessarily break with full contact, but it can and has been known to happen. For full contact dueling or even intense choreographed performances I'd stick to a base lit saber. You could even just buy one hilt then get a pixel blade and chassis to swap in and out depending on what you're doing with it.

[@Chillitilli]

This post is very informative and belongs to the top! I wish Theory had mentioned the robustness factor. Not everyone needs or will want the more expensive one. I myself settled for RGB due to it being able to handle more stress before I would want a pixel/proffie.

[@coreyvisser7004]

@Chillitilli like most hobbies you'll probably end up buy several over time. One for each occasion but when dipping you're toe into something new it's best to start small amd know what you're looking for. RGB base lit is always the best to start with if you know it's a hobby you'll continue with. If you're just a casual star wars fan amd you want a cool replica of your favorite characters saber then going straight for the high end pixel Replicas might be the way to go. There's also the option of buying second hand.

[@blakerusso8855]

The pros of being able to fully battle without worry is why I just ordered a baselit very informative post

[@LaraA55]

I have copied this post...thank you so much🤗. As for me, buying a light saber will cost me money, saving up for and I want to buy the right one.

[@Cobalt-Blue22.]

I can't wait to get a Theory Saber. Y'all have legit pushed the boundaries of dueling Lightsabers. Hope to compete in the Kumite nexte year

[@lalotime]

Always wanted a Saber for years but never knew what brand go buy from. You have won me over.

[@Darth_Vader_Official]

Hello there.

[@mryeast907]

Bobbi one canobe

[@mar_speedman]

Lord Vader! You are a charred one!

[@grindory]

I thought you'd be taller

[@user-oc7og1nc1i]

Great simple way of explaining the difference between the two types of sabers.

[@1331Raven]

In my opinion, the proffie and Xeno pixels are THE best boards ever. I've never owned a proffie, but I have a Xeno and a SNV-4, and the Xeno just crushes the SNV-4 in almost every aspect (except the sound, my Xeno saber cant even compare to the sound of the SNV-4), but oh boy the smooth swing of the Xeno is on another level...

[@spectre_x_customs6955]

Been waiting for a video like this. Both look awesome!

[@maccagamingx]

OMG you need to show RGB DARK SABER I bet that goes insane!!!

[@DayBowBow]

Can you do a video showing the difference between the affordable versions and the standard ones.

[@noahshearer6408]

Love you Theory, you really have kept me sticking around for Star Wars and continuing my hope for the franchise. You will never understand how much we appreciate you and your work!

[@magnumbrown78]

I knew from the moment you discovered that Korbanth Starkiller saber a few years ago that you would eventually create your own line of smooth swing sabers. That video was my first time seeing these lightsabers also and like you, I’ve been wanting a realistic lightsaber since my childhood. I remember working in FYE and they sold that Master Replicas Vader one you have. I used to walk around playing playing with it (pause) the whole time I was working 😆😂😂 If I buy another smooth swing saber, it’ll certainly be from Theory Sabers!!!

[@PolskaHerobrine]

Do also remember the fact that RGB blades are MUCH cheaper too, and they're hollow, meaning you can hit stuff with it and duel all you want with little risk of damaging the saber. The Neopixel blades have stuff inside and excessive hitting may cause partial damage and buying a replacement is more pricy. You don't have to replace a whole saber In either case, but it's something to be aware of.

[@Slothking777]

Cool video! I just bought the Robo saber yesterday with rgb blade looking forward to using it!

[@kiidjoda]

Oh thank God!! I was already scared and researching the blades because there were more options than i expected. I dont know much about sabers....yet

[@jedicouncil66]

Great video, love the graphics you used and the sabers look and sound just like the movies!

[@galef_sabers_n_more]

Personally, I like both. I think everyone should experience a Neopixel, but if collecting several hilts, RGBs are much more affordable. The hollow blade also makes it lighter for balanced spinning and less likely to get damaged if you drop it

[@kuunami]

The bottom to top ignition is the main reason i choose pixel over rgb

[@polishprince47]

The Force is Strong With Star Wars Theory!!

[@DramaBricks]

Thank you for showing off, testing and stress-testing your awesome product! Definitely getting one of these down the road!!! (Probably take longer cause that pixal blade is cery alluring 😂)

[@tsukuyomi8703]

You’ve come a long way theory!! I’m happy and happy for you and proud of you Man May the force be with you!

[@thelegoguy5336]

This was the exact question i had when i first started looking at theory sabers (honestly, i still don't understand it, so im excited to watch the video!!)

[@pepsimola]

The Proffie blade has leds all the way to the top inside the blade itself, as opposed to the RGB who only has some in the lower part of the blade

[@lmAIone]

That difference is night and day buddy!

[@cruz3484]

So excited to get mine in!

[@Smooth_JaY__]

Thanks for clearing that up Theory. Def getting the Ronin and Darth Mual sabers ( SNV4 or Proffie)

[@TheTrueForceUser]

Thanks for the info, bro

[@MyCvll]

You get one for the member berries, and you get the other one to show off to your friends😅

[@LaraA55]

This answered all of my questions and decision of which saber I will choose🤗

[@mrpenguin0001]

TheorySabers YT channel when

[@jernaugurgeh8110]

I've been out of the hobby for some time but isn't the RGB more robust and suitable for full contact saber battling? At the expense of how absolutely cool the pixels look? Perhaps a little add on to explain to me (if things have changed in the last 5-6 years) and others as to the vaunerability of one against the other with heavy bladed. Thanks. Cool channel

[@TheSuperGamers1]

Yesterday, I got the Vader Saber. Pixel one. Waiting for it to arrive. Hopefully, it'll be awesome😅 my first lightsaber was vaders, and it was one of those retractable ones where you had to flick it so the blade would come out😂 I loved it. Looking forward to this one.

[@creativeroom1218]

Thanks,at the end of the year i wanna buy one from you,huge help ❤

[@chasegamer2721]

Might have to pick one up👀

[@MasterlKenobi]

I need to know if it can cut people in half, because there's this guy with horns.....

[@amongallothers]

Just ordered my Soldier/Proffie + Case! Can't get it fast enough.

[@jacocristoforo]

so the RGB, would that be recommended for if you are going to duel a bit? or is the other pretty durable as well? also, could you get both blades for the same hilt? new to all of this as I haven’t gotten a lightsaber since the build your own kits back when prequels were in theaters😅

[@Bossk99_]

When will the black order 66 hats be in stock?

[@brendanbelman893]

While Neopixel looks a lot better if you’re wanting one of these for dueling then go with the base lit. Since the light source is the hilt that means you can beat the literal crap out of that blade and not worry about electronics breaking. With neopixel while it is durable you risk dark spots in the blade. And those replacement blades are super expensive

[@Aaron-fb6mb]

Can you do a video on the similarities between Star Wars and Hinduism?

[@DerelictusAnima]

One big note: RGB = for full on dueling Neopixel = cosplay / show off / light play

[@DerelictusAnima]

@DM.Starwarstheory0.TEL.EGRAAM Lithuania

[@kazenokami5133]

I've got a very specific question about the Ani Episode 3 saber you offer. There is a very minor detail only Korbanth seems to get right, and since you do own one I'm pretty sure you know about it. I'm talking about the "pyramid shaped" grip thingies on the handle clamp. In source material on the outer ends of the clamp the "pyramids" are split in half. Yet, all sellers (except Korbanth) make the pyramid shaped thingies end as a whole. Sorry I cannot explain it any better right now. This is no hate towards your sabers and I guess most of the people out there do not know/care about this at all and I guess the costs of changing the design are not worth it either. Still, since you yourself are very passionate collector of high end Star Wars replicas, it would be cool if you could at least consider "fixing" this. Anyway, good luck with your store!

[@FirstDragon777]

Hey, can you show the darth maul pixel saber? Or is there a video for it somewhere? I’m really thinking of getting it. (Perhaps two, one for myself and my brother.)

[@consilience5694]

Probably should have mentioned that the rgb is suitable for heavy duelling as opposed to the other type.

[@RexEcoandCody]

I wanna get one so bad😭

[@PentaCorpStudio]

I was expecting you to help a plane land there

[@AnakinDripwalker.]

still waiting for Ahsoka lightsabers😥

[@ScytheNoire]

Not even close when compared. Insert meme of you versus the guy she tells you not worry about.

[@TheLuconic]

This is a selfish request but can we see some examples of lightsaber battles you kinda expect? I know you said train, but it also helps us more martial oriented to have some info on the more wild types. Idk…. That’s just me being selfish for wanting more theory content.

[@omarnouz]

What about the difference between a SNV4 and Proffie?

[@rodrigotm1461]

Question, Is the pixel saber made for combat/choreography? Because Ive seen the pixel sabers here in Perú and they are definitelly not suited for combat due to the blade made of leds, as of the rgb one that has more durability for combat.

[@samcartwright7852]

From what I can tell the rgb saber would be more for duelling compared to the pixel saber which could be more susceptible to damage if hit to much. Is that right theory or am I just talking shit?

[@StarWarsElites]

Now what’s the difference between SNV4 and Proffie? 🧐

[@Theaddekalk]

love teh teal colour

[@DeeDee-gf2tg]

I was wondering how fast is the shipping?

[@Joeychitown]

Remeber the AOTC Anakin training saber!?

[@thelegoguy5336]

On the website to buy sabers it has the SNV4-Pixel and the Proffie, What's the difference?

[@amongallothers]

Proffie has way more customization options.

[@boussIRL]

Is there a sound/speaker quality difference between RGB and Neopixel?

[@Comiccollector239]

Only RGB is for Dueling though I have a RGB lightsaber I love it but maybe I'll try pixel

[@genyosha16]

Looks like you were filming by the orca at Canada place

[@polishprince47]

Impressive. Most Impressive!! - Darth Vader.

[@Liam-or9nm]

I want one!

[@UninvitedGhost]

A+ video title!

[@theghastlygamer5326]

Can you buy an rgb blade to go in the better hilt so you can duel with it and not beat up on the blade with electronics in it?

[@ItsBocephus]

Not crazy about paying for replacement pixel blades. Long as I can customize my sounds and colors I’m happy with my RGBs

[@alienpsychopath3590]

Another job well done sir 🫡

[@alienpsychopath3590]

Bro, you just did this last night. If you were legit, it would be Theory's actual account liking my comment and commenting to me. Buzz off. The ability to speak does not make you intelligent. -Qui-Gon Jinn.

[@bryantmartinez9936]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@Gor85]

Awesome lightsabers!😀I like on the right😊Great video😀

[@kingjamez5934]

Wow

[@infenticgraphix]

Is there any chance you can sign it 4 me

[@dinobarletta9670]

Brilliant sabers man , but curious how did you get permission from Disney to sell these ?

[@AllegedGamer]

Tip drag?

[@NEXUSATL]

We’ll be looking into your future great interest

[@chrisennis5241]

Do you have a mace windu saber ?

[@JustTooSalty]

made windy is one of my favourite Jedi. Iconic.

[@hubertjaniec2698]

yes, check his website

[@chrisennis5241]

@@JustTooSalty thanks for the pointing out haha stupid autocorrect lol

[@darthkso3745]

Yes sir

[@ordinary_deepfake]

How much there

[@FATE522]

Another factoring difference is obviously the price.

[@nazo8912]

Can you fight using proffie?

[@georgebritton3098]

Test them on younglings

[@cielthefangirl2876]

Okay what’s the bro pixel?

[@user-zw5yx8pw6u]

Same toughness though?

[@DarthVages]

👍

[@edugarcia1808]

Just reselling 😅

[@neemz0117]

Ugh wish i could afford a saber.

[@Red_saber]

First also the pixel is definitely better in my opinion.

[@Darth_Vader_Official]

Nope.

[@Red_saber]

@@Darth_Vader_Officialyes I am the first

[@Darth_Vader_Official]

@@Red_saber I suggest you go to the video and set the comment section to “newest first”. Then scroll all the way down to the oldest comment.

[@Darth_Vader_Official]

@@Red_saberYou are the first NOW. There was someone before you but they deleted their comment.

[@Red_saber]

@@Darth_Vader_Official yeah sure lol

[@Trujones]

That moment when you finish the "Hollywood studio, build a saber experience" .....and realize your expensive saber is sub-par 😅

[@Trujones]

@ApolloIB the experience was awesome. But when you learn more about 3rd party sabers you definitely feel alittle something. Im definitely happy with my purchase and experience.

[@leaveeye]

Can’t duel with pixel

[@frankiemoss2718]

🤯🔥🔥🔥🔥👌🏽

[@overheatedeskim054]

Still looks orange and not red no matter what one you get

[@pedromedeiros8104]

Red just does not work on any saber. Especially on camera

[@pedromedeiros8104]

Any other color looks great

[@epiclight858]

RGB arent bad.

[@rexal-0928]

I don’t know, this feels like a filler video from Star Wars Theory, I’d give it like a 5/10. Like give me a Star Wars Theory episode about Ventress

[@infenticgraphix]

You can say Michael Jackson bought one of your sabers now

[@infenticgraphix]

Orlando, drive semi across the country

[@Chris-ni2pc]

pew pew

[@map2hvn808]

Niatus Puss, How do you think you and your KZbin channel help and contribute to make society better? 1 Corinthians 13:11 “When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.”

[@nobro1975]

Yoooooo

[@tea-gt]

FIRST

[@Darth_Vader_Official]

Nope.

[@Red_saber]

@@Darth_Vader_OfficialI am the first to comment it says it in the newest tab