Star Wars Black Series Force FX Elite Darksaber Review

[@ssj994]

It’s heavy because you are fighting against the blade.

[@sourceow8795]

Thats exactly what I think when im using mine lol

[@sh.88]

All lightsabers heavy.

[@shaem482]

😂

[@sh.88]

@Mr. Lazer ну вот опять, то что все говорят про тёмный меч это бред религии мандолора, и то что объяснял Лукас в мануале по технике - полная чушь. Я поддерживаю канон Диснея.

[@sh.88]

@Mr. Lazer sequels is alternate reality.

[@Major98]

Each newer version of the Darksaber is an improvement but their still not quite where they need to be imo

[@MichaelOrtega]

Maybe for about $500-600 there would be a version that will be literally just like the one used in the show “Aesthetically wise”

[@NewYears1978]

they're

[@kenbarnett4356]

@@MichaelOrtega for $600 i expect it to be able to slice though metal ...

[@Roninsconquest]

The korbanth dark saber looks pretty good actually,it comes with a ring clip and the blade is accurate to rebels/clone wars and with different fonts you can change the color for it. I’m debating on getting the black series or the korbanth or both lol cause they both look amazing

[@user-qb7ue4uj6r]

@@kenbarnett4356 600 ain’t that much

[@starman66]

Anyone else love this guy? Never ceases to put a smile on my face.

[@derick_ab]

I completely agree with you lol, for me there's a lot of positivity that's brought along

[@starman66]

@@derick_ab haha IKR, he’s a fine example of how KZbinrs should act happy and actually care about their content. Keep it up good Sir!

[@BlitzShott]

@@starman66 recently found this channel and I already love it. its not easy finding a star wars youtuber who seems like a genuinely wholesome person, a lot of the popular channels seem to be more clickbaity or negative to generate views and a bit overbearing with their opinions as 'superfans'. Realised I need to goto more niche channels like lightsaber reviews!

[@starman66]

@@BlitzShott yah bro it’s so simple but so entertaining and chill and it accepts everyone with different opinions

[@wordsareteething397]

My wife and I met him in star tours a while ago really great guy in person too! He gave us a cool card that I have to this day still!!

[@Zeqirax]

Happy new year, and may the force be with you.

[@nycshelbygt500]

The wobbly and flexing blade is a showstopper. It is possible Hasbro updated the blade design after complaints from early adapters. I would contact Hasbro to see if a blade replacement is available after the defect was found. The way the blade is mounted in the hilt could be loose and the plastic material might be too thin and flimsy. Tell them you are Boba Fett's cousin or a Gladiator Dark Wookie...that should scare them.

[@jonosterman3123]

I love the saber, but this is my only gripe -- the blade seems flimsy and wobbles when I turn it. It even creaks. The blade is fastened in properly, I didn't mess that up. I'm just disappointed the blade isnt more rigid. I mean for $250, this should have a sturdier blade

[@DarthArachnious]

I kind of wish it had cracks down the length of the blade to simulate the crackling of the edge.

[@starman66]

Yo just re-watched this video and noticed that tomorrow is this man's birthday! Happy birthday Sir James and may the force be with you always my man!

[@Sarge51BG]

The speaker location is why I cancelled my pre-order back in the day. I’m left handed and that was a deal breaker. I finally got a neopixel one from Neosabers and it’s much better.

[@chazz5112]

I think the volume of this saber actually makes sense, standard lightsabers definitely seem to have a lot more power behind them, thus making them louder, whereas the Darksaber (being one of a kind) always had a quiet hum, something unique and subtle, which is yet another reason why it's my favourite SW weapon

[@shocfacter]

the sound sucks lol

[@zahktuthalxalyrion6364]

The Dark Saber actually is considered more powerful than a lightsaber. Something to do with the unique crystal used, it creates a unique bond with the wielder and actually becomes more intense with the emotions of whomever uses it.

[@ajdoc2181]

Agree. The sound should be a bit louder, but great piece overall.

[@greg9220]

@@zahktuthalxalyrion6364 yeah there are several different types of kyber crystals ranging different colors/powers there is a video on KZbin explaining it.

[@jfool10125]

Hey James great review, I wasn’t really into a dark saber replica but I might consider this one. Your dad channel got me back into lightsabers and Star Wars and thanks to you I got my first custom neosaber, you’re awesome James, keep it up

[@jfool10125]

Idk why it says dad

[@z-3to204]

I like both, but, man, Hasbro needs to improve the blade fastening on their sabers. A reason I love all the legacy sabers is because they pop right in and out. For most of the elite Hasbro sabers, especially the Darksaber, there's a complicated process to secure the blade. And the Darksaber elite blade is really flimsy and wobbly.

[@CraftMotion]

I own the Hasbro Darksaber myself and when I insert the blade there's nothing flimsy or wobbly, all nice and secure. Might be a problem specific to your copy? Maybe you can still inform Hasbro so they can send you a fresh Darksaber 'cause when I insert the blade, even if I try to force it to wobble there's absolutely nothing moving whatsoever. I also own the Kit Fisto one wich also holds the blade very secure and without any wobble, so I guess the Hasbro sabers should be just fine in that regard.

[@z-3to204]

@@CraftMotion I suppose I should say the blade itself flexes. It's secure in the lightsaber itself but if you wave the blade around, it flexes. It's not just mine either, go read the Amazon reviews, lots of people complaining about it. I'm not concerned about it though, my sabers are for display only.

[@CraftMotion]

@@z-3to204 Well that I can confirm. I was spending the last few days finding out how I can get the Darksaber blade straight again. I know, it's supposed to be thin, but a little bit more thickness would have helped. But like you said, when it's on display it doesn't matter and when you hold and use it you don't see it either. It's just my little nitpicky side that cannot look on a slightly flexed blade😅

[@myriadmediamusings]

I think maybe it’s because the FX sabers favor display more than usage. GE sabers I think do a better job of balancing it out.

[@CraftMotion]

@@myriadmediamusings Yes and no, there are two classes of Force FX Lightsabers: Force FX and Force FX Elite. The Elite features more advanced LEDs, not as cool as NeoPixel but still pretty neat, with blaster deflect and wall cutting effect, a nice metal display stand... You get the point, they're elite. However, they are more meant for display and photo shooting and showing off cool lightsabers than for Cosplay or Combat. Because of that none of the Force FX Elite has a Covertec Wheel or D-Ring to hold it on the belt and because of that Hasbro can afford it to make a Darksaber blader so thin that it bends. The regular Force FX series on the other hand, while still having an awesome look and quite well progressive ignition, are not equipped with additional lighting or any effects besides swinging and clashing. They also use a much cheaper plastic display stand. But they utilize Covertec-Wheels and D-Rings and come with a fitting belt clip. Cheaper, less features, but the abilty to wear it for Cosplay. That's pretty much what Legacy Lightsabers do as well. I would say, Force FX Lightsabers are the perfect Hasbro equivalent to the Legacy Line in SWGE, while the Force FX Elite tops both in price and features but is not inteded to be used outside of your home.

[@alisarivera7910]

Finally was able to buy my Hasbro FX Darksaber and as you stated it has a nice weight to it and the blade is definitely more accurate than Galaxy’s Edge. I love it and it was worth the wait.

[@derbyshire_9999]

Happy Birthday Brother, loving the content!!!!

[@shocfacter]

I always wanted to rig some flat speakers and have them on my body somewhere and maybe jerry rig the speakers by wire to hook into them OR they should start making them to where they can broadcast sound by blue tooth to an outside speaker in addition to the sound on the sabers speaker.

[@SolarinDay]

Just bought one off amazon, will be here Friday, looking forward to it now more than before!!!

[@christophervernon1209]

That jacket tho! Great review and thank you for all your content!!

[@earlrcisco7704]

I LOVE ALL THE BLACK SERIES ITEMS, THEY DO SUCH A GREAT JOB ON THEM ALL.

[@peterlachance7776]

damn, this is a rabbit hole I did not want to go down.......spot on brother, new subscriber from Canada.

[@ramonguevara7403]

Excellent review! And Happy Birthday!!!

[@CT-9994]

at 11:23 the light glow looks spot on when ur wavin the blade around, lol, looks just it did in The Clone Wars series.

[@thebackwoodsboysgarage9144]

the leather jaket is badass

[@Fatboy50005]

Thanks for this man I was debating which to get but this is clear winner

[@honestreviews8776]

Great review! I got mine for Christmas from a buddy of mine. Great design overall but like everyone else says, the sound could be a lot louder.

[@jeffd9193]

Hey, cool video! FYI, putting your hand up to try to make the camera not focus on you will then only make it focus on your hand in front of your head, defeating the purpose.

[@JeepsRoc]

Is there a way to mute the sound when the blade is attached? Wanted to put it on display with the Darksaber turned on.

[@Drakrylos]

I just got my Black Series Darksaber yesterday. Beyond the awkward speaker positioning, I'm very satisfied with it. To be honest though, looking at how the blade connection is designed, I'm surprised nobody's made separate duel-ready blades for this Darksaber.

[@ark7204]

It appears.. it's not easy to make that with no design change because this is the only saber that has the shape of a thin Japanese sword-like saber. Neopixels are no exception as well. But most likely the current official/custom Darksaber's purpose is the nice visual.

[@Drakrylos]

@@ark7204 Apparently ES Sabers claims that their RGB Darksaber is duel-ready, but I'm not sure. Primarily due to the reason you mentioned: the shape of the blade.

[@ark7204]

@@Drakrylos At least that's a good news. Which means it still need to wait a little longer :)

[@SeverusSnapeHBP]

I don't know if it was just the angle but the tip on one side didn't look like it was completely lighted? 🤔

[@jaxx1184]

Awesome video man keep up the good work. Positive vibes man 😎

[@mildmanneredcomicnerd8849]

Nice Saber. I remembered you did a review on the Dark Saber where the blade was different. I like the one that had the lightening design on the blade. I could be wrong, but I want to say it does exist lol. Great review.

[@AEWNECKBEARDS420]

Fully charged battery helps with sound I found that the blade is wobbly wish the blade was reinforced more

[@wagezombie]

why do I feel the hilt is too round? I always thought the darksabers charm was its sharp, angular look. I thought the hilt would be more rectangle than cylinder

[@MaxJolin83]

It would be super uncomfortable to hold it it was more angular

[@jefferyredd1669]

Hello sir James I have a few questions if it’s not an invoice for you to reply. 1: is the Ahsoka original white sabers discontinued? 2: I’m thinking of ordering the Asoka clone war sabers do you recommend and the dark saber 3 do you do autographs?

[@willprobablyneveruse1086]

Great review and great jacket too!

[@shaneemanuel83]

Just got it and it’s awesome

[@MushadX]

is there like a cap for the hilt when the blade is not inserted

[@dr.bucknasty6838]

So before I order mine I looked up a review your the first video that showed up and after a couple of minutes you already had me ordered and should be here in a few days

[@Amazed_X]

Dude!!!! thats a sick jacket!!!!

[@7777badger7777]

Hey man! Absolutely killed this vid however, just a bit of constructive criticism I would really appreciate if you bought a punching bag or body bag to use the saber on as the way it connects with something would heavily determine my incentive to purchase it

[@nycshelbygt500]

GameStop and Amazon are shipping these Black Series Force FX Darksabers. Take a 1-2 weeks to get them out the door. After getting a Darksaber and looking it over, it is an excellent piece of kit and a beautiful design. Lighting and sound effects are very nice. The floppy blade is still a serious design flaw. - The blade socket is a little loose, but thankfully there is nice thin brown cardboard stip in the packaging. Just cut a short 0.25 x 1 inch strip and slip it in the blade gap with the hilt, problem solved. The screw should only be hand tightened using the allen key. Two screws would have been better. But the screws go into the single hole in the hilt, plastic blade, and black cover piece....can't drill into the plastic blade. - The construction of the blade looks to be a 4-sided sandwich, so it is not a solid piece of plastic. It wobbles enough to make it impractical for lightsaber duelling with your favorite Mandalorian...cosplay is OK. Kids have to be more careful. You can try to tape a plastic or metal 1 foot ruler to the middle of the blade...to see if that helps. Then trim it and paint it flat black to resolve the blade wobble. Hopefully, in a year or two, Hasbro or a third-party will design a better blade.

[@EpicCollider]

You deserve a lot more subscribers!!!

[@TheArtOfSolo]

I’m seeing this for the first time, it looks awesome. I think the only downside for me would be having to unscrew the emitter piece to put the blade in. So for me, I’d give it a 4/5 death stars. lol

[@jonathan21151]

Just preordered this one, was hoping to get it from Disney but after noting it on Big Bad Toys and this reviewed i was sold,, thanks for the review

[@publicprofilename4273]

Ahh, I figured it out. The blade brightens when you move it. Does the intensity of that vary with the swing force? Like a profile would?

[@publicprofilename4273]

"could" rather.

[@MDC9yt]

It would have been great had the speaker been put at the bottom of the saber like the others. I get that it is a different shape but you would think it would be possible to make one to fit. I canceled my order because the slits in the middle of the hilt bothered me so much

[@StarWarsWisdoms]

Thank you for that Review. I wanna buy the darksaber and after this video I know all what I have to know 👍

[@RensStoryteller]

Happy new year, and happy early birthday!

[@Savitar_the_First]

Hello again. I am first. Hello Sir James, a pleasure to watch you work again.

[@MrKevinkali]

When the blade is mounted, is there flex and wobbly movements?? I feel like it could be tighter.

[@GreatBeef97]

My pre-order has been delayed multiple times but I hope to get it in March. Can't wait! Already looks WAY more better then the Galaxy's Edge one!

[@QS-si3cq]

*than. Not "then." Worry less about fake space swords and learn some basic English instead.

[@forsakenjones4695]

@@QS-si3cq That stik in ur az must hrt bad.

[@itsfranciss2291]

@@QS-si3cq Your wife’s boyfriend didn’t want to buy you this fake sword or what

[@gbjanuary]

Great review look forward to more Star Wars 😀😀😀

[@DeanSWTVCVintageCollection3.75]

How tall is the hilt when on the display stand please

[@lucezzz2879]

Does anyone know where that shirt he's wearing is from?

[@gavinbeard4026]

Is the blade suppose to be flimsy or if that just me like it doesn’t sit tight on there

[@NihlusKryik74]

Has anyone had the issue of the blade for the darksaber bow to the left or right? I’ve returned mine to Hasbro and I’m contacting them again to get the blade exchanged again. I love this saber but the blade is very poor quality. Anyone have any clues on how to fix this? I feel like Hasbro will just give me another bowed blade again.

[@brooketranbarger5380]

Is there a clip for it so you can attach it to a belt

[@zacharygulino400]

Great video and walkthrough! I owned one myself and returned it immediately because the hilt was so unbelievably big and uncomfortable compared to the Legacy version. The legacy version looks and feels so much better IMO just because of the size.

[@bleezii]

It’s a big hilt. It’s not meant to be small. It’s owner and builder was no small individual.

[@sharktoothshane]

I believe the black series is a replica of the clone wars as to the legacy is a replica of the mandalorian even tho mando is on the box.

[@bleezii]

@@sharktoothshane black series is the best looking dark saber on the market. The other one that has the cracked look, doesn’t look as good imo. $250 for the black series. And with it being in high demand it’s sold out often and ppl resale them for 350-450$…. I hate scalpers and price gougers

[@tox1cboi_524]

The bigger, the less likely that you’ll accidentally turn off the saber

[@AEWNECKBEARDS420]

@@sharktoothshane moff Gideon and mando are on the black series ones box

[@thebritish910]

Excellent job sir, very thorough!

[@portrannavi]

going to add this fine piece to my collection

[@Jasonallansmith]

I had one preordered, but decided to cancel it because of the sound issue and the reviews saying that the blade is wobbly side-to-side and this is not good for even light dueling. So bummed because I was excited about getting it. May need to fork out the big bucks for a custom one

[@kurtstergar1042]

Has Hasbro made the majority of the Fx sabers? The first ones going back 15 years ago? The black part of the blade, is it paint that may chip off with heavy use? It would have been cool if vein/crack lines were carved into the black part and had the white/blue light shown through.

[@basvanderwerff2725]

how you mean heavy use? these are not meant for dueling.

[@myriadmediamusings]

@@basvanderwerff2725 They may not be for dueling, but what about those folks that just wanna carry it around, swing it a few times, or are doing cosplay?

[@Darthdeej]

Master Replicas made the first Force FX lightsabers before Hasbro got the contract. I have 6 of them. The black part of the darksaber blade is solid plastic/polycarb perhaps...

[@Heddo2200]

Did the blade have breaks in light on the edge?

[@jamesdupuis7125]

Outstanding video Sir James ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@paulniederstadt4891]

So , it powers like the Legends lightsabers where you have to “ hook up “ wires to the charging port .

[@khoehl1525]

Congrats making yr goal on KZbin.

[@saadrashid340]

Hey! Where did you buy the T-shirt and jacket from?

[@melissaslegallyblindworld]

This is a interesting sounding saber, BTW happy early birthday to you.

[@xnq78x]

Is there any way to disable the sound?

[@gregohanhero]

Darksaber looks awesome

[@brunocarrasco8754]

What happened with the electrum saber review?

[@luckycharm8373]

Let's have an epic fight 😁 I have mastered Juyo form I think it would be cool to do a duelist video????

[@halliwaxbasementbuilds]

Glad you’re happy with it, I was wicked disappointed.. waited almost 1 year to the day for it to get to my door.. the saber is painted in 2 different colors of black, the blade doesn’t illuminate down low near the emitter.. almost looks like the led is burned out, but that’s how all the blades are.. even with your hand not covering the speaker this hilt is WHISPER quiet… it’s super sized, they claimed this was laser scanned off the original prop, which it may have been but they then blew it up in scale.. way too big, way too quiet, weak blade illumination.. blade flops all over the place.. had to wait 1 year for hasbro to deliver it to my door when everyone else who didn’t order from hasbro got theirs, 250 bucks and they can’t even include a accurate d ring? There’s no off the shelf d ring at home depot close to being accurate.. wicked disappointed with this one..

[@JasonSmith-ee7zq]

Hey my birthday is January 30th as well! Happy early birthday man!!!

[@jonathanhalko745]

Hello Can you tell me if you can remove the battery and add a new one to the saber will it stay work Or well you have to buy another one? For the Hasbro Dark Saber

[@ark7204]

No solution. Once it's dead, either return/replace the whole product, there is no official solution because they only say to discard the battery when it completely dies on the menu paper. Sadly.. a huge disadvantage.

[@Leongojoskywalker7787]

I think I will buy the Black series Darksaber and I do agree with you Sir James 👍

[@kristianelmer2888]

Do you have any electrum sabers? Looking into them a lot lately

[@72talves72]

That jacket is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 my dude! 🤘🤘🤘

[@Zorcky-2C]

Out of context but you leather jacket looks so sick! What brand makes jackets like this?

[@samuraijedi1669]

Still waiting for my Gamestop preorder to come in. (BTW: that shirt is awesome!)

[@johnrohrs9482]

The end of my Darksaber blade is slightly warped…any suggestions how to fix this? I’d exchange it but this is my 3rd Darksaber from Hasbro…1st one had a very squeaky blade and 2nd one had faulty audio and sensitivity issues. I really don’t want to exchange this one as this is getting old…something always seems to be off!

[@ark7204]

Hasbro's elite sabers are having a lot of quality issues lately but getting pricey.

[@trueheywood3668]

I was able to get one and I absolutely love it!

[@publicprofilename4273]

I always stuff tissue between the speaker and pommel on my sabers, and have the volume set pretty low. The quietness won't bother me at all..

[@bilkoprince4222]

Awesome. Love your jacket you bro

[@adamthrasher9185]

Mine is not making the saber sound any suggestions.

[@diecastnorbz]

Loving your Autobot Jacket! 🤩🤩

[@wordsareteething397]

Ps happy birthday man 😁 mine was Jan 31 I’m 35 now and was diagnosed with Covid the same day

[@TheModernMusashi]

that is a sick jacket dude

[@whiskeykissofficial2527]

What jacket are you wearing? Link?

[@alfredooseguedaRMPitt]

I really like it! Thanks for the video

[@Noticer8]

I have this saber, and whenever I swing it hard enough to get a clash sound without hitting anything, the very beginning of the sound effect plays a few times. So instead of “kshssh” it’s like “kskskskshssh” is this a product deficiency or a solo issue?

[@mriddley]

Mine gets here tomorrow I can't wait

[@GodkingHD]

Happy Birthday young man

[@kaminagomez299]

Yo that jacket is really cool, where did you get it

[@HKSlapActual]

Just picked one up brand new in box for $150 on offer up! 😍😍

[@dirtyginger9836]

I love the content bro! I’m a big Star Wars fan and I’ll probably get roasted for this but what kind of jacket is that it’s so freakin cool

[@SirJamesIGamerfuzion]

it's a Transformers Jacket from Luca Design

[@dirtyginger9836]

@@SirJamesIGamerfuzion that’s so cool man keep up the awesome work!

[@SweetFurAmy]

Just got mine today and i got abit of bad luck with the stand being broken into 4 parts while still being in the box. But saber works fine so not a complete lost

[@johnrohrs9482]

My blade is squeaky when swinging it…does yours do this?

[@fishingladsuk9642]

Hey love ur videos ur an amazing youtuber

[@tiggstah]

i think you should get some vantablack to put on the blade so with the light on it will look more like a void in space rather than just a dark middle.

[@godzillaking9835]

What type of jacket is he wearing??

[@spartan-s013]

i just got mine and i love it !