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Hey there Futaba fanatics, did you know that Futaba has a New Headquarters here in the USA? That’s right, their new headquarters is located in good old Huntsville, Alabama and is Now Up and Running. Dealers can get Futaba products through Futaba USA, as can consumers. Futaba posted a short video on their FB Page earlier today showing off [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the DX5 Pro. The Pro version of the DX5 is loaded with features, as well as a slew of ergonomic upgrades. The video below goes over some of the high points on the Pro like its different drive modes and highly adjustable ergonomic features. After watching the video you can hit This Link to get more [...]
Looking for a killer new transmitter that doesn’t crush your bank account? If so, Spektrum has just announced the DX5 Pro. The new DX5 Pro comes with more ergonomic options than previous units. These allow you to tailor the fit of the radio to your hands and driving style. Combine the improved ergonomics with a plethora of advanced features, plus [...]
Now being teased by KO Propo is a new Laydown Trigger for their modular competition radios. Over the last year or so, there has been more talk among the industry of changing the traditional layout on transmitters. The theory behind this is that our current triggers are not optimal for control, so various radio manufacturers have been looking into other [...]
Sanwa has been teasing the M17 for several weeks, now more details have been released. Last week the M17 was shown at the Shizouko Hobby Show. It turned heads with a number of new features, here are some of its highlights- * World record fastest response speed * Full color display * Touch screen display * Detachable trigger * SSL Code 5 & 10 * SDHC [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the updated DX6R. Around our offices we currently have four people using a DX6R as their primary transmitter, and for good reason – it has lightening speed, it sports incredibly versatile ergonomics, and it is Android based, allowing the use of thousands of apps. The latest version of the DX6R comes with Spektrum’s RaceWare 2.0 [...]
Former world champion Yuichi Kanai recently posted pictures of the new Futaba T7XC stick radio on his social media. While not much is known about the T7XC, it is the newest high-end stick radio from Futaba and was designed for use at the highest levels of competition. The 7XC appears to use the same operating system and screen as the [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the DX8e air transmitter. The DX8e is the perfect radio for new flyers with an ever expanding fleet of aircraft. Featuring four model types, telemetry, and over a 250 model memory, the DX8e is extremely versatile and easy to use. Here are some of its highlights- * DSMX technology * Spektrum AirWare firmware * 8 channels of output * [...]
Coming soon from Futaba is the ICT LF-01 inductive charging system. The ICT LF-01 is designed for use with the Futaba 7PX/4PV transmitter and makes it super easy to keep your radio charged. An LED light is used to show charge status and the wireless charge base is designed for a perfect fit. You can use This Link to check out [...]
Expected to start shipping later this month is the new Futaba 12K air radio system. The 12K has cutting edge radio technology and comes with 14 channels to handle nearly any application. Here are some of its other highlights- * Futaba S-FHSS & T-FHSS protocols * Telemetry transmitted and received in T-FHSS * Expandable 30 model memory * Large, backlit LCD screen * 6V 1800mAh [...]
New from Sanwa is the MX-6 2.4GHz Transmitter. The MX-6 is aimed at the entry level crowd and sports 3 channels of operation. A new body that is lighter gives the MX-6 an improved feel, while switching over to an FH-E protocol makes it more resistant to interference. The MX-6 with a receiver has a part number of #101A32502A and [...]
For all you airplane fanatics out there, Graupner USA has announced the mz-32 radio system. The mz-32 has 32 channels, enough for all sorts of custom builds. Here are some of its highlights- * Programming allows you to design your own screens, filter voice notifications, program your own control logic * First radio that provides full 32 channel functionality right out of [...]
Right now for a limited time, Graupner USA has reduced the price of their X-4S transmitter to just $59. The X-4S is a feature loaded 2.4GHz surface transmitter that makes a nice upgrade over factory RTR radio systems. The X-4S is one of the most affordable radios on the market to sport a drop down wheel that can be mounted [...]
With more people going on long trail drives, we’ve been seeing more people wearing neck straps. If you are spending 2 to 12 hours outside with your scale crawler, a neck strap can make your life easier. With that said, the folks at Graupner have a pretty cool looking Padded Transmitter Neck Strap. It uses padding to help make it [...]
Right now the folks at Graupner have a special offer on their MZ-24 PRO 2.4GHz radio transmitter. To celebrate the anniversary of the MZ-24 PRO, Graupner is throwing in free shipping, plus a Bluetooth module and Falcon 12 flight controller. The MZ-24 PRO offers a slew of features at a price that doesn’t break the bank, hit up This Link [...]
