Virpil Constellation ALPHA Review!!!

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[@jossuification]

this video ended up costing me around 1960€. thanks i guess?

[@kinggooseman5373]

I’m on the same page as you on this one

[@Gemthermakleingk]

This comment is literally scaring the S! out of me... lol!

[@simonwood8637]

dude I'm 2 minutes in to watching my first video on your channel (recommended on my front page) and you're video production quality is superb. Keep up the good work!

[@jamesb7759]

@@jessecalder just came across it too....subscribed after 5min :) great review

[@craigdavies4682]

@@jamesb7759 I don't understand how such a quality channel doesn't have 364 million subs

[@moriyokiri3229]

Dude I have only been here reading you are comment for 5 words (recommended at the top of the video) and you are commenting skills is great! Keep up the good work!

[@BuzZzKiller]

I wasn't planning on upgrading from the Deltas, but after watching this.... I'll be watching the restock page like a hawk.

[@mednaen]

I feel like they could make a killing with these products but whoever is running this company obviously has no marketing skills whatsoever....

[@goffe2282]

@@mednaen How so? I've been watchng vdeos like this and Noobifier. Seems like excellent marketing to me. My only peeve with Virpil, which I believe they have adressed now, is that they used thread lock for the cam screws. These are supposed to be interchangable but you need extreme heat to melt the thread lock (at least I couldn't get the screws up otherwise). I simply do not understand the reasoning behind that decision. It seems completely counter intuitive to lock a screw that you should want people to have easy access to. That's really my only major gripe, and I do believe the new Mongoose bases have adressed this, but check to be sure.

[@janfleming5635]

@@goffe2282 I am not sure but i could be safety needed.

[@m3t4llic69]

Hey man I have some questions if you can answer, how long have you used the Deltas, are you satisfied, any complains, and most importantly how's the twist z axis?

[@DarkHorseWorkshop]

Hey man random comment, you have amazing production quality and solid videos, you may want to expand your tags to have more multiword 3+ word phrases, and add a beefier description for search engine optimizations. New subscriber. Even your thumbs are solid, but you have to make sure people see them.

[@jimmehjiimmeehh9748]

As solid as I am sure his thumbs are, what do they have to do with anything?

[@MacroAggressor]

@@jimmehjiimmeehh9748 Pretty sure you's trollin... but he's talking about thumbnails.

[@dutch6277]

Thanks for the thorough review. I can’t wait to get this grip for myself. Keep up the good work. 18B all the way!

[@danksley]

people: boo, the top looks like a xenomorph head me, an intellectual: sweet, the top looks like a xenomorph head

[@vin-weasel8914]

Yo I literally looked at it that was the first thing that came to my mind “sick it looks like a xenomorph”

[@usshauler]

Excellent review. Thanks for taking the time to make a quality review for these products. Keep up the great work !

[@MrDiscountNinja]

Thanks for this - this absolutely helped me make my choice (picking up a quality grip for the first time), and on top of that the video/production quality was very good.

[@charleshayward4611]

I don't think a single review has made me yearn so hard for any product in decades. Fantastic video, great production values, lovely product and, of course, that damned rumbley Snake eater voice. Kudos

[@TheDennis362]

Thank you a lot for this review. I'm currently in the process of getting a flightsim upgrade planned and this review helped me a lot. Very good job. The detailed way a choice of words you use to describe things is very very good to imagine it.

[@watchyour6398]

Very nice rev man, thx for sharing the knowledge.

[@stewmanji]

Another great video Snake! Excellent work. Can't wait to get my hands on the Alpha when my preorder arrives. Skol!!!

[@gregorypruitt5068]

Heck! I order one of these. Cannot wait for it to arrive. Thanks for your detailed and straight forward videos.

[@MrLeoLian]

Of all the flight gear review video, you definitely take the coolest shots and have the best cameras！ Keep up the great work!

[@RohinBhaumik]

I bought these after your review. Thanks boss!

[@jorinalvestam6568]

Instant sub (if waiting until the video's end counts as "instant," anyway). Excellent presentation, no generic buzzwords, crisp production quality that helps you get your point across, instead of just being there to look pretty... I wasn't exactly on the fence with this stick -- I'm planning to make the jump -- but I deeply appreciate your ability to give clear feedback and describe the product's qualities in a way that someone (or I, at least) can interpret easily. Nail on the head with the mention of the Alpha's design being more grounded in modern aerospace, and it helping suspend that disbelief that you're holding a flight instrument -- spaceship or not -- and not a game controller.

[@mackchannel6348]

Thanks for the review Jesse. Nice walkthrough. Order throughput seems pretty good. I placed an order 20 August 2020 and had it 28 October 2020.

[@AxelsGaming123]

I bought these as well! thanks for the informative review!

[@oldmannoob8105]

Thanks for your great reviews. I'm needing to replace my Logitech X56 and you did two great reviews on the virpil and VKB sticks I'm looking at. Thanks for the time and effort!

[@CambleDCS]

Excellent review. With the minefield that is the market of high end sticks like this, you've sold me on the Alpha for my first VIRPIL purchase. Thanks!

[@harabecswurveweathers]

I finally got my Alpha and throttle a couple weeks ago and they exceeded expectations! This review definitely helped me get through the 6 month wait.

[@jackaxe9258]

Why was the wait so long

[@harabecswurveweathers]

@@jackaxe9258 because I ordered them right before Covid put to world on lockdown, and it was also back when any Virpil pre-order came with a minimum 90 day wait, so the 3 month wait became a 6 month wait.

[@Humanaut.]

Great. Looking forward to more reviews and also just general thoughts on market development in the setup world etc.

[@mrwreckyomomma494]

I've been researching grips for about 3 months now. Been leaning towards Virpil for a couple of reasons with BuzZzkiller being my go to for bindings being a big reason for getting the deltas and their overall quality. The prices have been a big push back. Giving how youre review has touched on every question I've had for these and how hyped it has me for the Alphas i have made up my mind. Even willing to pay so much more i know the path I'm going. Thanks for the very well made review.

[@Rice_Cake_]

amazing production value, love your style

[@jessecalder]

Thanks Joel!

[@keithgilbert9240]

Man, I wish I never saw this review! Definitely want one now! Love the channel too!

[@haaake]

By far the best flight sim product reviews out there. Answered every single one of my questions perfectly thank you for all the time you put into these.

[@jessecalder]

Thanks for the awesomely kind words Andrew!

[@wtg242424]

Will be getting a pair of these. I think Virpil should get the contract to supply the Expanse for their props now; it would be awesome but they might be too expensive.

[@StogieVince]

Dude... That deep buttery voice Subbed. Jokes aside, awesome and thorough review - I too will join the watch

[@khallz9217]

Fantastic review !

[@blave549]

I have one on pre-order. I have the newer Virpil base, and also the VPC MongoosT-50CM2 Grip. I find the latter to be 'too light and plasticky" for me, so I've been using my TMW grip with that base, and have been very happy with that combination. That said, your review has me cautiously optimistic that the Alpha could become my primary grip! Thanks for taking the time to put this excellent review together... I love all of the detail that you provide.

[@blave549]

Followup: My Alpha is proudly displayed on one of those grip bases. I don't use it except as Art... TMW's switches/hats/etc. are just way better. I don't like "mushy", and (comparatively) the Alpha is just so.

[@sinepilot]

I was already blown away by your excellent cinematography, obvious passion for the hobby, and ship-shape setup. I hit Like & Subscribe within the first 3 minutes. Then I got to "Flight Stick ASMR" and I lost my sh*t, OMG I found my tribe, you rock SnakeEater. I don't have any Virpil gear yet, but I've ordered and am currently waiting for my Alpha grip & base, the latest throttle quadrant, new button box, and steel pedals!! I can't wait, I finally found the Warthog killer. Which is necessary because I really want that center detent.

[@tangofan4u]

Thanks for a thorough review. Appreciate especially your points about suitability for flight sims. Now if only this grip were readily available...

[@Ainar86]

We have different tastes, needs and hands but your reviews are so informative that I still feel I can make a truly informed decision based on them. Thank you!

[@irishpat64]

Thanks for review and Info

[@Hipporider]

Great review. Subbed !

[@CSLFiero]

I'd like a trackball instead of the main stick. Velocity based axis is really helpful for menus and fine aiming/reticle setting

[@_pjd]

Thanks for the great review. This is helpful in deciding on my next grip for DCS. I do agree with the LED, I wish this was not there.

[@henryvaneyk3769]

Great review. You are making excellent use of your voice and you are factual. Can't wait for that bonus to come through in 2 week's time. Virpil really need to expand fast to satisfy demand. Thankfully they at least have updated their store to handle backorders, so that you don't have to constantly wait for stock to be available before ordering.

[@cidtheviking6179]

Thanks for the video!

[@menacegtr]

I have just had this Alpha grip, left hand and the Warbird base just a week now as from this post. What can i say that you haven't, its awesome in everyway. For any Microsoft flight sim user this setup is fantastic, very precise and detailed. I had the Thrustmaster T.16000M for around 2 weeks prior to ordering this set up and its night and day better but no slur on the T 16000 but its just so smooth. Very happy with my setup now👍👍

[@OptimusVlad]

Very good review. Keep up the good work.

[@redicanprime1181]

Ok, bud. This was a pretty good review. A little drawn out but you kept the information coming without stretching out the video. Sometimes you tubers just keep lugging on about nothing to get longer times. Good job. You kept me to the end of the video.

[@smk6469]

A legit review as opposed to a paid endorsement. Integrity at 110%. Rock on Snake man! P.S. - Never saw, but you frmr USMC or Army Ranger / Airborne? Getting that Camp Lejune / Ft. Bragg vibe...

[@smk6469]

@@jessecalder USMC Aircrew... We'd give you guys a lift sometimes... 😉👍. Always liked Army shooters... Didn't care for the pogs too much... 😉

[@smk6469]

@@jessecalder - Sorry, last one... Great review, 'cause that stick is gonna replace my ancient CH in this: SimLab GT1 Evo Transformer: Evolution imgur.com/gallery/Qej95jW

[@kailorn5389]

Excellent review, as always. Waiting here for my unit to come (preordered in Nov), now I cant look to my delta grip the same way I used to be :/

[@lrestrada1]

Man those look real nice the circle is almost complete all that's needed is left right-handed throttle, great video thank you for sharing

[@jessecalder]

Thanks for watching Luis!

[@lrestrada1]

@@jessecalder Thx amigo. I really meant a right-handed throttle for us left-handed SC pilots. I just pulled the trigger on it and purchase the stick. Also, I found a throttle from TM the TCA Quadrant Airbus addition throttle. It's more of commercial aviation throttle but can be used right hand while piloting with the left hand. Will see if the match works and thank you again for the awesome review. Semper Gumby

[@mbrsart]

Man I can't wait until I can order a pair of these. The store page has said "COMING SOON" forever, and I haven't seen any news on the restock page about it.

[@radar-kiwis-canfly-nz3492]

Expect Delays, due to the developing Global Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic situation, that is affecting everyone on the entire planet. In such ways as to disrupt the manufacturing supply chains with PCB electronics component parts for the grip originating shipment out of China and the Asian workforce enforced isolation lock down occurrences. forum.virpil.com/index.php?/topic/1448-constellation-alpha-pre-order-updates/

[@greavesy3998]

Came for the sticks, stayed for the doggos. Amazing quality keep it up

[@PhantomWorks01]

Agree with a lot of the comments. Great production quality and I LOVE the thorough review, given my consideration for purchasing this product. Also, how can you beat that beard and voice? Subbed!

[@beergrin4311]

I just bought two of them... Can't wait for it to arrive

[@Mcfly868]

Hey great video! Very informative. Question: what do you mean when you say along the lines of “virpil is gearing up for a third preorder round”

[@hectordrake2882]

Good review, helped me making a decision.

[@jessecalder]

Cheers!

[@moogleslam]

Great review and amazing production quality! Thank you! What song is playing for the last 10 seconds?

[@Sund4nc3]

Just placed an order at Virpil, cant wait to get my hands on it

[@Mobumb]

Thanks for the review. Looking forward to my order. What's the typical wait for virpil products arriving in North America?

[@daveyjoneslocker4703]

Would have pulled the trigger but the mounting solution, bases and grips all together make this nearly a $1000 leap. Absolutely will be getting 2 of these sometime in the future but for now I just got a VKB gladiator and I am thoroughly impressed with it at its price point and I’ll be sticking with it and maybe getting a second left hand one to use for the next 2-3 years.

[@kirillgaripov9022]

Спасибо за обзор! Thanks for the video!

[@xeltrex4812]

Looking quarantine-tastic!

[@TheFSXfan]

Thanks for the excellent review. I am a flight sim guy with a simple Thrustmaster setup. The "VPC Constellation ALPHA" video talks a lot about the multi-stage trigger. It is the most important button ever. What is the typical function of a multi-stage trigger when flying a GA plane? Is it more than just braking on the runway? What can I use this luxury trigger for?

[@PantsuMann]

Omg yes. This stick is everything I have waited for! Thank you for reviewing it! I was so close getting a Virpil stick and the twist module because I felt the Delta would be limiting. And the twist lock is what pissed me off about the Hog lacking in features for the price. The Alpha kinda looks a little Hornet-ish. Good amount of buttons and axis. Will buy this for sure!

[@WanderfalkeAT]

The twist is the reason why i will buy it as replacement for my old x-52 habbits! I could not use Rudder Pedals - I hate them! Thank you for your excellent Review, Bud!

[@ghostrider1827]

Do you have to get a BA to review like this!? Jeesh. Good work homie. I'm already planning to speend 900 BUCKS on virpil gear next week. Can't add this to the list, but its will definitely be put on the wish list. As usual....stellar review!

[@Sisu_Snacks1917]

Great review. How does it compare with the VKB MCG Pro? Closer to the same feature set than the Kosmosima (switch/input wise).

[@neok23]

hey Snake, exciting Review! how does the twist of the Alpha compare to the Delta? is it the same radius or smaller?

[@mirkywater8635]

I have dual Deltas.. love them but FUCKING TAKE MY MONEY I’m getting the Alphas. I’ve been so stoked to see a review. Good job on this

[@Skyborn]

Great video 👌 Any suggestions on mounts

[@Skyborn]

Appreciate it, going to check them out, great review bro 🤟

[@Jaleney]

Thank you so much for this review, I was already leaning towards the Constellations but these Alphas seem well worth the price! If you don't mind me asking what have you played with these beauties and how hard would you say the learning curve was to get used to all the added functionality? Greetings from Holland and you've got a new sub! o/

[@LordCritish]

Thanks for the review! I'm wondering can the VPC WarBRD Bases be mounted on a deskmount if desired?

[@EricRyanSound]

Thumb joystick application in normal flight sims: CAMERA! So awesome!

[@nikofpv]

Pre-ordered in november of last year.. I so looking forward to be delivered :D

[@UndoingRuin08]

Hey are you the guy on reddit who just got them?

[@nikofpv]

@@UndoingRuin08 Not at all, I hope it will be delivered soon, it's been almost 6 month since the preorder.. my old thrustmaster is dying!

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I'm stuck between the Constellation Alpha R with Mongoos Throttle or just buying the HOTAS WARTHOG The Virpil, unlike the HOTAS Warthog has the mouse wheel - which you'd have to buy the Thrustmaster Cougar to get. That means it can easily adapt to the A-10, F-16, and F-18's realistic setups. My issue is that I only have a Saitek X45 which isn't good for a dual engine fighter and after playing HARRIER in DCS, I definitely want the third slider so I can adjust nozzle angles. There is no one-stick fits all, but the Warthog and Virpil HOTAS setups seem like the best possible choice.

[@Battlenude]

I must have one of these!!!

[@Turvok]

My Alpha R and WarBrd base shipped this am! should be here by thursday. I'm Excited!!!! lol

[@KnyghtErrant]

I have the first generation MongoosT-50 grip and primarily play DCS, but this is really tempting as a 'does-everything-well' grip that I would never need to swap out regardless of what I'm playing. The first gen T50 grip has less hats than the new T50 and is more plasticky... but I'm having a hard time trying to justify the T50CM2 over this, it does everything the CM2 seems to add to my current grip and more. This will be a hard one to resist... oh who am I kidding...

[@MrImperativeoz]

@Jesse Calder I cant decide between this and the MCE Ultimate. Which do you recommend the most? Which pleased you the most?

[@simoneperale3765]

Oooh yeah, I was waiting for this! Thanks!!!

[@johnmiles2070]

Awesome GSPs!!!

[@LordCreo]

I'm trying to decide between Alpha, and the VKB Kosmosima, what I really need to know though is which works best for really small hands?

[@secundus6457]

Thnx!

[@johnwhalen7579]

I'm really trying to justify the Euro to Canadian Dollar for these, but this review has been a big help and push. I'm probably going to own these by the end of the year! Thank you!

[@lordseppenstein2559]

How tall is this thing going to be on a desk with the WarBRD Base? I want to be able to compare it to my old Sidewinder Forcefeedback 2!

[@palindari]

Well I’ve ordered this rig - upgrading from the TM Warthog setup. Hopefully the back order status doesn’t last long

[@Untoldgoodsco]

Fantastic review as always!

[@davidmckie2567]

I missed the November pre order because of lack of funds . All saved up and ready to get these bad boys in my hands. Do they usually have more preorders down the road or is it just the one? kind of sucks needing to look at there web site each day for there order schedule to see if it updates.

[@davidmckie2567]

@@jessecalder By the way. Another great review. Hit all the points and then some!

[@okagedesu]

Definitely buying a pair this year... If virpil has stock >.>

[@RicardoMojica]

Hello, great production quality btw!. Just wondering if you have a discount code for the Virpil Constelllation Alpha w/VPC WarBRD Base? I am very interested in purchasing the units also upgrading from the X52.

[@ganaelschneider]

Thanks a lot for the review! This grip really seems to be the best thing out there. Nice that it can work perfectly for both sim and space.

[@Hairyloft]

Damn Virpil the Alpha looks so cool, think I'm replacing my stick. Great vid Snake.

[@Ryzza5]

Quick question about the desk mount? How much depth is required to clamp it to the desk? What would be the minimum depth required? I have a large piano keyboard on a drawer under my desk so only have around 3cm to play with

[@1MrAdamsutube]

Snake, I have not had time to watch this vid completely and also read through all the comments, so if this commnet is redundant I apologise. I have the VKB Kosmosima and GunFighter tabletop base and it has been great for my right hand flight stick. I use a TM 16000 for my left hand and while my setup works, I want to have both sticks be the same. Would you recommend upgrading both sticks and bases to Virpils C. Alpha and WB, and sell my current setup, or just buy a LH Kosmo and another GF base? Your content is awesome and I would take your advise whole heartly, keep on rockin' dude!!

[@PrinzMidas]

Special forces veteran? Isn't this life more exciting than KZbin? Some might find my comment very stupid, but I really envy you a part of your life!

[@slobnoxious]

Picked up a pair of these a couple weeks ago. Feelings are mixed. They feel good in hand, but I find a couple of the hats difficult to operate without actuation the center push. I never had this problem with the mongoos cm2 or the delta.

[@menacegtr]

Hope i have done the right thing, i have just ordered the VPC Constellation ALPHA-L and the VPC WarBRD Base off your video primarily for MFS 2020 to fly mostly the single stick planes but nice for the trainer planes . They are going to let me know how long it will take to get it ready for delivery. I just purchased and received a Thrustmaster T.16000M in the meantime and am loving that stick so am hoping the Virpil base and grip are as good

[@roth67]

Gonna try and grab one when they are available again and haven't decided on which base to get. Looks like you had one mounted on each base. Which did you prefer?

[@roth67]

Snake Eater Company I tend to prefer a bit more resistance myself. Was thinking the CM2 with the lighter springs to start but also to have options in the future.

[@dreaux88]

I am experiencing the same thing you talked about. I just got the constellation Alpha on a warbird base. If feels as if the stick has too much play in it. When I try and select something with th e Alpha the cursor flies past it and I have to slow bring it back to where I want it to be. Coming from a Warthog which was very percicse when moving around the screen. I can't find the 0 cam you speak about on Virpil site. What cam would you suggest for a solution? Love your videos btw.

[@Spectre407]

Hey Snakeeater - new subscriber here. Would you please compare some of the leading HOTAS out there? I’m mostly a combat aviation simmer, but I enjoy your approach that takes the space sim hardware offerings into account

[@Scorpac]

I read something about twist axis and went for youtube to check out whats up with that... Since i don't want to invest into a rudder at the moment, this is the perfect solution for me!

[@budbud3225]

how do you have 7k subs the production quality is 11/10 had to sub

[@jessecalder]

Thanks for the kind words Zach appreciate it!

[@S3NTRY]

I know you said you have large hands, but how did you find it reaching the red "weapon release button" situated above the thumb hat, it looks like a pain and I've seen people complain about similar stick setups. Great review, cheers.

[@S3NTRY]

@@jessecalder great to hear. I may look into this one. I don't really like the aesthetic of the stick, but I can't deny the functionality. Thanks for the reply.

[@johnday134]

Curious how you map your sticks to space sim games - how do you bind your axis? Are you still using a traditional "inverted" pitch as is common in flight simulators?

[@johnday134]

@@jessecalder Thanks for the quick reply. Coming out of about 4 years of retirement from elite: dangerous, and decided to do it right. Bought 2 of these on your recommendation, and it seems there's no clear consensus on how people like to map their dual sticks. Even pulling "back" on the nose doesn't seem to be something everyone agrees on. Clearly i'll have to experiment. Love the videos though - clear, thorough, well produced.