I wish they’d make a kit with four transducers and a single 4 channel amplifier to keep the amount of components needed down. I’d probably buy a set if they did. I like that they have a usb connection as it gets rid of the need for a second sound card.
Excellent review as always Mike, I have a BK Gamer2 and love it. I personally could not go back to not having this type of device after experiencing it on my Sim rig via SimHub, awesome bit of kit for a reasonable price.
A ButtKicker is a necessity, in my opinion. It took me quite a while to get my Gamer 2 set up in all games via SimHub, but it is now absolutely amazing. I suggest that you use separate outputs for the BK and for headphones … I found external USB sound cards, which are cheap, to be invaluable. I use it only for gear shifts and detecting rear-end slides which has improved my consistency immensely. I have never wanted a motion rig and the ButtKicker provides as much tactile feedback as I could want. If you are in Canada, I recommend purchasing from Dale at Smoketronics in Toronto as his service and backup are superb - I had two amplifiers die and he exchanged them promptly and without fuss. Cheers, Mike!
Could you share your SimHub settings for rear end slide vibrations? My plan for the buttkicker was how you use it but it never felt right and is only used for music now
@@Jaymes27 I’d be most happy to share, but don’t know how to do that here. Let me figure it out and I will get back to you. P.S. what game are you interested in?
FYI... you don't need to use any audio cables or cards with this unit. Just use the USB connection for SimHub and select the output = Buttkcker Speakers,
I have 4 Buttkickers on my rig. 3 Simulation kits and 1 gamer 2 mounted to my NLR V3. Can’t and won’t race without them. I also use the amps that they come with. I appreciate they got rid of the weird wired controller. What I wish is they’d release an amp that’s made for powering 4 or 5 of these suckers at once. With some kind of control panel I could mount to my chassis that allows me to adjust the power for each. Depending on the time of day I race I always have to adjust the volume for each transducer.
Pre-order a pro yesterday. Thinking of the pro in the back and the Gamer 2 I already have at the front. Now I need a mounting plan for a P1X. Thanks Mike.
I don't normally like to pre-order products but I've. been listening to reviews the entire day and people seem to generally like this product. Very little cons from reviewers.
This is AWESOME MIKE! Thanks.. I had no idea they had this out.. I have two of the Gamer 2's.. And yeah.. Fantastic! So Probably be wanting one of these! DMAX
Great video, thanks. Buying Hapti-Connect software tomorrow, I have 7 gamer 2’s, 4 in my racing setup and 2 under my theatre room chairs. When friends visit they ask what’s the rumble under the chair? I say it’s haptic feedback.They open their eyes like an immigrant without a green card lol.
I had a second audio card installed in my last build just for possibility of getting one of these but then I never did it. Always in the back of my mind though. Good to hear you are happy with it.
Great Review, thanks! I currently have 2 Dayton Audio BST-1s connected to my 8020 rig, and a BK Gamer 2 under the seat. The BK2 is amazing for engine vibrations and gear shifts, and the Dayton's are decent, but I feel like the quality of the vibration just isnt there like it is for the BK2. I am seriously considering a BK Gamer Plus to replace at least the rear BST-1, and wondering if you've tried both and if this would be a worthy upgrade? Ive spent hours dialing in Simhub to get things dialed in, I just need something that isnt going to shake my entire rig and feel a bit more localized, and this looks like the product to get.
Good review. Hard to make decisions virtually. I have the same Gt elite rig which sounds like it may be enough with the options of adding more transducers. Still need more research.
So i have 2 buttkickers connected, one on the pedals and one on the seat. Is it my understanding you can’t separately control haptics to the fromt from the rear? Its a global control? I really want to send the rpms to the pedals but NOT TO THE SEAT? How do i do that?
Have you got your hands on the gamer PRO? I have the gamer 2, and I was thinking about upgrading to the PRO....wondering if it's worth it especially that they currently including the $30 trak software for free for a short time
Always great reviews ... I am confused by how much noice to expect with this ? or better said the amount of vibration in the floor (neighbors below). I never hear any loud noiuse from the review videos, is it easily squelched with some rubber pads under my gaming chair ? Interested in any feedback. I am actually looking for a Seat PAD with transducers but the Relatus seems to have disappeared. Other options are $400 + from simracing Studio. Maybe that would eliminate the noise isuues. Thanks
Buttkickers Rock!! I have the ButtKicker advanced which is a size over the pro(or may be the renamed version)… And just under the ButtKicker LFE. Its attached to my couch and has enough power that it can be turned up to an unbearable point lol. Great for movies and gaming. I need this software though! First time I used it with “Call of Duty”, a friend got next to me (online), and laid prone with a Belt fed machine gun and fired. The couch jumped off the floor, and I damn near jumped out the window as it scared the crap out of me lol! Love my ButtKicker especially for sim racing!!
Great review Mike…Awesome to see fellow Canadians providing content…I would only ask if when talking prices could you give Canadian prices and where to get…we have tons of US channels providing US $$$ ‘Butt’ as we know that $99 rim of $279 Buttkicker quickly turns into $350+ by the time it gets to our door! Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing, representing 🇨🇦
Thanks man! And the currency thing is something I’ve gone back and forth on for a long time. I used to do videos that cited more than USD, but I got comments about the exchange rate as the videos aged. So, I’ve made the decision to go with showing only the primary currency used by the company (I’ll often reference the price of car mods in Euro) to keep it simple. But I hear you. Maybe I’ll revisit my strategy soon.
@@SimRacing604 thanks for the reply…Yeah, Ive been following, heck, think you were under 1000 subs when I subscribed, always enjoyed your content, not over the top, yelling screaming, no gimmicks..just straight fwd no BS content…We need more Canadian TH-camrs in SiM, more promotion hopefully we’ll see Canadian distributors so we don’t have to deal with the US dollar conversion and the import crap..Unfortunately it’s just SIM One and he has basically no competition…which seems to be the biggest complaint by Canadian SiM consumers, lack of competition and product placement. Thanks again for the work you do, hopefully your channel will inspire more Canadians to get into SiM racing. Oh, and I know it’s not much but when watching your vids I tend to let the ads play through as I know every little bit helps!
Thanks for the great review as always. Would be nice to hear the sound it makes as picked up by your mic as a bit of reference. I was wondering why the gamer 2 has been out of stock for so long. I've been keeping an eye out for one for a couple of months. The new models probably explain why :) . Hopefully these are available soon in AU.
Nice,, One question,, is the motor a direct drive or servo motor 🤔 I’m wondering if there would be any ,, over spin from the weights,, if you know what I mean !!! I’m concerned that after a curb,, say,, that the inertia of the high spinning weights would flatten any consecutive effects or compound effects into a mishmash of distortion,, any info ,,, before I look at purchasing one, as I can clearly see I’m not in the market for a full motion rig,, 😃
I live on the 2nd story of an apartment. How strong are these? Im worried my sim rig will be vibrating enough to upset my neighbors below me. Or wouldn’t that be an issue?
I like the new product but seriously? They want you to pay for the software to use it? That's a little off putting for the price. The would like buying a Thrustmaster wheel that has no software to use it.
Yeah, I hear you. To clarify, the HaptiConnect software IS included with the new BK models. The Base version is included with the PLUS and PRO purchase.
@@SimRacing604 but the base version is free?? So that doesn’t mean anything? So you still have to pay 60,- extra after you spend almost 300,- for the unit? Still feels a bit wrong and cheap tbh
I have a bass shaker from another brand and i used it for movies, but when i got my racing sim i put it on my racing chair and i found it disappointing because i only can connect it to my sub out and then the shaker only response to the bass in games. Even when i put the sub out all the way up or set my sub out to also to do the bass above 80 hz it still does little do nothing. So i think it works best if you have a pc or u use the headphone out on your controller, but then there is no sound of my 5.2.4 home cinema system anymore
Thinking about the FisherAmp which shipped with my Buttkicker Concert Mini at a 150ish Watt, the amp had nowhere near the power to properly run the 4 Ohms Concert Mini. Probably ok with something like a 2 Ohm BK Gamer. Is the BK Pro a 2 or 4 Ohms?
I just cannot connect the dots regarding audio and telemetry setups. How specfically does one setup telemetry use of ButtKicker Plus and MS2020 Flight Simulator?
For me, Game Connect just does not work at all -- no audio, no vibration, no nothing. And I gather this is the telemetry mode. Audio Splitter works better albeit functions like flaps does produce any sensation even at 100 with all parameters disabled. I am using only the USB connection.
I wonder is there a big hit on a butt when you land after jump. When sometimes you land on two wheels say left side first, will it simulate this? Would you hit on left side followed by right side when it lands. It would be probably milisecond difference. Thank you.
Seems it's not widely known yet, but you can connect these new Buttkicker units with just USB and still use SimHub. In the SimHub output tab, the amp shows up as Buttkicker Speakers. So basically, it sees it a sound card.
Does your amp make noise when it's turned off with the remote but still has the physical power switch on? Mine is louder than my PC fans when it's off and I sent it back but the replacement does the same thing.
@@OrganizationalEngineering that’s weird. The only thing I can really offer is a recommendation to check your power source. Are you getting clean power to the unit? I used to live in a very old house with power that was inconsistent between various outlets in different rooms, and my electronics often behaved in strange ways.
Could you describe what the unit feels like with low volume levels (1-10 instead of 28) Even if I can only run it super low, I'm curious just how much noise the next room might be able to hear since I play after hours. If it's still too loud, then vibration dampening / isolating the rig off the floor probably won't help if the sound penetrates through the walls Does managing the cut-off dials prevent the sound from going through the walls?
How loud or intense this is. I leave in an apartment that's carpeted. If I put some foam on the bottom will that be quiet enough to not go through to the people below me?
Butt Kicker need to make this a USB device. I use Voice Meeter with it, as I think it's the only way to run it? 🤔It can be a proper headache to get running with the Windows Sounds as well as Voice Meeter software. I use it in shooter games as well as DayZ 🇦🇺
I’ve been looking everywhere for this bit of information, but does anyone know the distance between the mounting feet? I’m wondering if it’ll fit using some of the pre drilled holes on my seat brackets.
Good review! But they overprice it nice:) DYI 210 USD (including 2 bass shakers 100 w each made in germany, simhub with 59 supported games, cables, 2 clampls, amp, usb sound card - nobsound) Downside - bass shakers don't look that good but they are 2 and the time need it to gain knowledge in order to build it Source - ebay
I would love something like this that would work with console too. I play some GT on playstation but I play some sim racing on my pc too I could in theory use it with my TV though because it has headphone out which I have connected to a subwoofer.
Wish the same. Have the BT gamer2 and goes tru my Tv Optical output for using it on Ps5, but wish i could use it on my Ps5 itself, as if in the future a new Tv doesnt have optical output, im screwed 🤣
@@Steve30x yes, but i see some cannot output video 4K (1440p) at120hz, as i am using that on Ps5. If you know a good one that doesnt limit the video output of what the Ps5 can, let me know 👍
I was thinking the same thing, hopefully someone will answer this because I have the gamer 2 but would like to get a plus but not if it's the same feel as my G2.
@@metaleater9 Nothing, just wondering if the vibration is more accurate since the plus doesn't have the longer mounting arm which to me seems like there is a very slight delay in feeling it which seems like I need more power since it not as close to chair pole but definitely not a deal breaker.
Nice review for an integrated solution. For me SimHub, 2 Dayton BST-1's and a Nobsound Mini Bluetooth 5.0 Power Amplifier was the ticket. Very inexpensive and works fantastic.
Anyone explain how the hapticonnect categories match to simhub? Like theres no road rumble in hapti....basically what effects are amplified by the different sliders in hapticonnect. In simhub there is a description for each category
Neat, but unless they have a transducer-only option, not for me. I've already got two of their mini LFEs on a better amp than what they're shipping. If I could order two of their Pro units, and not have to pay for two amps, then I'd be interested.
@@sock2070 The amp that came with my BK Gamer2 was not fit for purpose. It would overheat and turn itself off almost instantly, and basically never worked for more than about 30 seconds. It didn't remember the volume setting and had to have it dialled in every time it was turned on, via a ridiculously cumbersome wired remote. Not isolated issues, either; the web is full of similar complaints. It is just pure garbage. I replaced it with a $20 mono amp which works perfectly and has none of those issues. It put me off going near the brand ever again, especially given the price of the package.
@@sock2070 I didn't buy their amp in the first place. I got a rack-mount Crown amp; that let me run two mini LFEs and mount all the hardware (surge protector, shaker amp, and PC) into a server rack independent of my aluminum profile chassis.
New toys! Yay! I've been thinking about getting this for the longest, thanks for this review. Man, I cannot wait to get back to racing with the community.... been away too long :(
hello SimRacing 604, I have a question? what is the difference of buttkicker pro & Pearl ThMP-1 Throne Thumper Butt Kicker? because I have a Pearl-1 buttkicker on my ps5 I paid €500 for it and I want to buy the new model buttkicker pro, is that wise?
That software is to expensive snd Buttkicker need to re-evaluate their pricing considering the likes of Simhub can be yours for free and does all shakers plus much more.
Buttkickers have been known to fail, a lot. You can buy a set of two transducers and an amp for less than $100 and have better left/right feedback. You can get 4 transducers, one at each corner of your rig and an amp (or two) to power it so you can feel everything for much less than a Buttkicker. Front left right and rear left right. Then if a transducer fails, just buy another one for cheap and plug it in.
My misses moaned when I was looking at one of these and she said" paying that for yr ass to vibrate is stupid" so I said" I've never moaned at you how much you spend on yr vibrators" no she said "i do the moaning then"£381 in uk,with console cables etc..alot for a kick in the ass but I'm gutted that they don't have apps to use on consoles..they need to work on these apps..
ButtKicker is just too expensive for what it is. For sim racing you need a minimum of four bass shakers for proper feedback rather than just a shaker. The weight in the BK range results in muted responses. The larger weights are not required if your rig is acting as the weight or the shaker is connected at a distance from the mount. When the transducer is directly attached to the rig, the weight is not required.
Dont buy buttkicker products. Mine stopped working after a little over a year. Have to replace amp, warranty only one year! Dont buy unless you are happy to see it die after a short while! Only help from support was turn it off, or replace it. What a waste of hard earned cash!
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I wish they’d make a kit with four transducers and a single 4 channel amplifier to keep the amount of components needed down. I’d probably buy a set if they did. I like that they have a usb connection as it gets rid of the need for a second sound card.
Excellent review as always Mike, I have a BK Gamer2 and love it. I personally could not go back to not having this type of device after experiencing it on my Sim rig via SimHub, awesome bit of kit for a reasonable price.
Thanks Mike, just bought the F-GT 160, so i picked this up too. Appreciate your review!
A ButtKicker is a necessity, in my opinion. It took me quite a while to get my Gamer 2 set up in all games via SimHub, but it is now absolutely amazing. I suggest that you use separate outputs for the BK and for headphones … I found external USB sound cards, which are cheap, to be invaluable. I use it only for gear shifts and detecting rear-end slides which has improved my consistency immensely. I have never wanted a motion rig and the ButtKicker provides as much tactile feedback as I could want. If you are in Canada, I recommend purchasing from Dale at Smoketronics in Toronto as his service and backup are superb - I had two amplifiers die and he exchanged them promptly and without fuss. Cheers, Mike!
Curious mate what USB soundcard did you go with? I did use a butt kicker in the past and definitely worth every cent.
Could you share your SimHub settings for rear end slide vibrations? My plan for the buttkicker was how you use it but it never felt right and is only used for music now
@@Jaymes27 I’d be most happy to share, but don’t know how to do that here. Let me figure it out and I will get back to you. P.S. what game are you interested in?
FYI... you don't need to use any audio cables or cards with this unit. Just use the USB connection for SimHub and select the output = Buttkcker Speakers,
Would this be ok to use with a usb headset or vr on virtual desktop ?
I have 4 Buttkickers on my rig. 3 Simulation kits and 1 gamer 2 mounted to my NLR V3. Can’t and won’t race without them. I also use the amps that they come with. I appreciate they got rid of the weird wired controller.
What I wish is they’d release an amp that’s made for powering 4 or 5 of these suckers at once. With some kind of control panel I could mount to my chassis that allows me to adjust the power for each. Depending on the time of day I race I always have to adjust the volume for each transducer.
Pre-order a pro yesterday. Thinking of the pro in the back and the Gamer 2 I already have at the front. Now I need a mounting plan for a P1X. Thanks Mike.
I don't normally like to pre-order products but I've. been listening to reviews the entire day and people seem to generally like this product. Very little cons from reviewers.
@@neilsimmons9582 I replaced my Gamer 2 with a second pro. One at the front and one at the back. Effective mounting is everything.
This is AWESOME MIKE! Thanks.. I had no idea they had this out.. I have two of the Gamer 2's.. And yeah.. Fantastic! So Probably be wanting one of these! DMAX
Are these compatible with console racers, or just for pc set ups?
Great video, thanks. Buying Hapti-Connect software tomorrow, I have 7 gamer 2’s, 4 in my racing setup and 2 under my theatre room chairs. When friends visit they ask what’s the rumble under the chair? I say it’s haptic feedback.They open their eyes like an immigrant without a green card lol.
I had a second audio card installed in my last build just for possibility of getting one of these but then I never did it. Always in the back of my mind though. Good to hear you are happy with it.
Great Review, thanks! I currently have 2 Dayton Audio BST-1s connected to my 8020 rig, and a BK Gamer 2 under the seat. The BK2 is amazing for engine vibrations and gear shifts, and the Dayton's are decent, but I feel like the quality of the vibration just isnt there like it is for the BK2. I am seriously considering a BK Gamer Plus to replace at least the rear BST-1, and wondering if you've tried both and if this would be a worthy upgrade? Ive spent hours dialing in Simhub to get things dialed in, I just need something that isnt going to shake my entire rig and feel a bit more localized, and this looks like the product to get.
0:32 so true...never thought about how often I've said it that way, just become the name for shakers. I love my buttkicker.
just quick insignificant note, the 3.5mm cables are called TRRS and not TRSS ( Tip, Ring, Ring, sleeve).
Ah. My bad then. Thanks!
I wish I could use it with PS5. Is it PC only? Thanks
Thanks for the comments about the need for a Pro vs Plus. Nobody else I have found is answering that question.
My pleasure. Thank you for watching
Have the bk2 and love it.
How would you set up one in the front of your rig and one in the back? Do you connect both amps to the computer or to each other somehow?
Good review. Hard to make decisions virtually. I have the same Gt elite rig which sounds like it may be enough with the options of adding more transducers. Still need more research.
So i have 2 buttkickers connected, one on the pedals and one on the seat. Is it my understanding you can’t separately control haptics to the fromt from the rear? Its a global control? I really want to send the rpms to the pedals but NOT TO THE SEAT? How do i do that?
Have you got your hands on the gamer PRO? I have the gamer 2, and I was thinking about upgrading to the PRO....wondering if it's worth it especially that they currently including the $30 trak software for free for a short time
Always great reviews ... I am confused by how much noice to expect with this ? or better said the amount of vibration in the floor (neighbors below). I never hear any loud noiuse from the review videos, is it easily squelched with some rubber pads under my gaming chair ? Interested in any feedback. I am actually looking for a Seat PAD with transducers but the Relatus seems to have disappeared. Other options are $400 + from simracing Studio. Maybe that would eliminate the noise isuues.
Thanks
Buttkickers Rock!! I have the ButtKicker advanced which is a size over the pro(or may be the renamed version)… And just under the ButtKicker LFE. Its attached to my couch and has enough power that it can be turned up to an unbearable point lol. Great for movies and gaming. I need this software though! First time I used it with “Call of Duty”, a friend got next to me (online), and laid prone with a Belt fed machine gun and fired. The couch jumped off the floor, and I damn near jumped out the window as it scared the crap out of me lol! Love my ButtKicker especially for sim racing!!
Is it loud?
Great video. Does it work on ps5/GT7?
Great review Mike…Awesome to see fellow Canadians providing content…I would only ask if when talking prices could you give Canadian prices and where to get…we have tons of US channels providing US $$$ ‘Butt’ as we know that $99 rim of $279 Buttkicker quickly turns into $350+ by the time it gets to our door!
Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing, representing 🇨🇦
Thanks man! And the currency thing is something I’ve gone back and forth on for a long time. I used to do videos that cited more than USD, but I got comments about the exchange rate as the videos aged. So, I’ve made the decision to go with showing only the primary currency used by the company (I’ll often reference the price of car mods in Euro) to keep it simple. But I hear you. Maybe I’ll revisit my strategy soon.
@@SimRacing604 thanks for the reply…Yeah, Ive been following, heck, think you were under 1000 subs when I subscribed, always enjoyed your content, not over the top, yelling screaming, no gimmicks..just straight fwd no BS content…We need more Canadian TH-camrs in SiM, more promotion hopefully we’ll see Canadian distributors so we don’t have to deal with the US dollar conversion and the import crap..Unfortunately it’s just SIM One and he has basically no competition…which seems to be the biggest complaint by Canadian SiM consumers, lack of competition and product placement.
Thanks again for the work you do, hopefully your channel will inspire more Canadians to get into SiM racing.
Oh, and I know it’s not much but when watching your vids I tend to let the ads play through as I know every little bit helps!
Thanks for the great review as always. Would be nice to hear the sound it makes as picked up by your mic as a bit of reference. I was wondering why the gamer 2 has been out of stock for so long. I've been keeping an eye out for one for a couple of months. The new models probably explain why :) . Hopefully these are available soon in AU.
This video came with perfect timing. Im currently looking to add a shaker to my aluminum rig. Thanks For the vid Mike
Thanks for watching man! You’ll love the bass shaker
The gamer plus come console ready? I don’t have to buy any Additional Adapter or any wires?
Does simhub work with the usb or do you have to use audio cables?
Curious about this too, hope to get the answer.
I wonder how it feels if you clamp it to your pedals. Make shift haptic pedals?
Nice,, One question,, is the motor a direct drive or servo motor 🤔 I’m wondering if there would be any ,, over spin from the weights,, if you know what I mean !!! I’m concerned that after a curb,, say,, that the inertia of the high spinning weights would flatten any consecutive effects or compound effects into a mishmash of distortion,, any info ,,, before I look at purchasing one, as I can clearly see I’m not in the market for a full motion rig,, 😃
I live on the 2nd story of an apartment. How strong are these? Im worried my sim rig will be vibrating enough to upset my neighbors below me. Or wouldn’t that be an issue?
I like the new product but seriously? They want you to pay for the software to use it? That's a little off putting for the price. The would like buying a Thrustmaster wheel that has no software to use it.
Yeah, I hear you. To clarify, the HaptiConnect software IS included with the new BK models. The Base version is included with the PLUS and PRO purchase.
@@SimRacing604 Yes, I agree. Also, did you try mounting it on the NLR V3 mount? If so, how did it fit? BTW, great review.
@@davids2361thanks for the kind words! And no, I haven’t tried on the platform yet. I figured the seat was the best place to get direct vibration
@@SimRacing604 Great videos man!! I have a BK2, how would you say is the difference when using their software rather than SimHub?
@@SimRacing604 but the base version is free?? So that doesn’t mean anything? So you still have to pay 60,- extra after you spend almost 300,- for the unit? Still feels a bit wrong and cheap tbh
I have a bass shaker from another brand and i used it for movies, but when i got my racing sim i put it on my racing chair and i found it disappointing because i only can connect it to my sub out and then the shaker only response to the bass in games. Even when i put the sub out all the way up or set my sub out to also to do the bass above 80 hz it still does little do nothing. So i think it works best if you have a pc or u use the headphone out on your controller, but then there is no sound of my 5.2.4 home cinema system anymore
Thinking about the FisherAmp which shipped with my Buttkicker Concert Mini at a 150ish Watt, the amp had nowhere near the power to properly run the 4 Ohms Concert Mini. Probably ok with something like a 2 Ohm BK Gamer. Is the BK Pro a 2 or 4 Ohms?
I just cannot connect the dots regarding audio and telemetry setups. How specfically does one setup telemetry use of ButtKicker Plus and MS2020 Flight Simulator?
For me, Game Connect just does not work at all -- no audio, no vibration, no nothing. And I gather this is the telemetry mode. Audio Splitter works better albeit functions like flaps does produce any sensation even at 100 with all parameters disabled. I am using only the USB connection.
I wonder is there a big hit on a butt when you land after jump. When sometimes you land on two wheels say left side first, will it simulate this? Would you hit on left side followed by right side when it lands. It would be probably milisecond difference. Thank you.
Ok I’m convinced. Will purchase for ACC
Seems it's not widely known yet, but you can connect these new Buttkicker units with just USB and still use SimHub. In the SimHub output tab, the amp shows up as Buttkicker Speakers. So basically, it sees it a sound card.
Yeah, that’s how I have mine set up. I find it easier to use
I have 8 Bass shakers on my rig. Six are on my seat and two in the front. One under the footplate and one on the brake pedal. It’s great
What software do you use?
@@OhItsThat Simhub. For that money of the Buttkicker. You get 4 shakers with amplifier
Does your amp make noise when it's turned off with the remote but still has the physical power switch on?
Mine is louder than my PC fans when it's off and I sent it back but the replacement does the same thing.
Wow, really? No, mine is very quiet. I wonder if they changed the fan between the pre-production model I reviewed and what consumers can now buy.
@@SimRacing604 they said there aren't any moving parts in the amp which is why it's extra strange
They also said that some level of ambient noise is normal but I can't call the level of noise that mine makes normal
@@OrganizationalEngineering that’s weird. The only thing I can really offer is a recommendation to check your power source. Are you getting clean power to the unit? I used to live in a very old house with power that was inconsistent between various outlets in different rooms, and my electronics often behaved in strange ways.
@@SimRacing604 Yep. Even ran it through a power conditioner.
Could you describe what the unit feels like with low volume levels (1-10 instead of 28)
Even if I can only run it super low, I'm curious just how much noise the next room might be able to hear since I play after hours.
If it's still too loud, then vibration dampening / isolating the rig off the floor probably won't help if the sound penetrates through the walls
Does managing the cut-off dials prevent the sound from going through the walls?
So, did I understand you correctly: the Simhub software does also take telemetry directly from the games? Or is it only bass based?
How loud or intense this is. I leave in an apartment that's carpeted. If I put some foam on the bottom will that be quiet enough to not go through to the people below me?
I would caution against it, honestly. Depending on the age/construction of your building it could make you very unpopular
I’m not on a concrete floor, my room and simrig is on the Attic… is this product suitable for attic ?
Used to have a Buttkicker but found the Sim Racing Studio Shake kit to be much better
Why? Give me some good point why shake it is better opposite Buttkicker? Thanks
@@michalmikus2103 no need to mount anything and SRS has multiple shakers in the seat cover
@@ColinZiemer1 yeah but you need sit on this pilow..i think its not much comfortable..
@@michalmikus2103 it’s a cushion and it is very comfortable
@@michalmikus2103 the cushion makes my race seat more comfortable
Butt Kicker need to make this a USB device. I use Voice Meeter with it, as I think it's the only way to run it? 🤔It can be a proper headache to get running with the Windows Sounds as well as Voice Meeter software. I use it in shooter games as well as DayZ 🇦🇺
I’ve been looking everywhere for this bit of information, but does anyone know the distance between the mounting feet? I’m wondering if it’ll fit using some of the pre drilled holes on my seat brackets.
Good review! But they overprice it nice:)
DYI
210 USD (including 2 bass shakers 100 w each made in germany, simhub with 59 supported games, cables, 2 clampls, amp, usb sound card - nobsound)
Downside - bass shakers don't look that good but they are 2 and the time need it to gain knowledge in order to build it
Source - ebay
I would love something like this that would work with console too. I play some GT on playstation but I play some sim racing on my pc too
I could in theory use it with my TV though because it has headphone out which I have connected to a subwoofer.
Wish the same. Have the BT gamer2 and goes tru my Tv Optical output for using it on Ps5, but wish i could use it on my Ps5 itself, as if in the future a new Tv doesnt have optical output, im screwed 🤣
@@giogamer4825 you can get hdmi extractors. You plug in the hdmi cable into it and it has optical out on the extractor
@@Steve30x yes, but i see some cannot output video 4K (1440p) at120hz, as i am using that on Ps5. If you know a good one that doesnt limit the video output of what the Ps5 can, let me know 👍
How well will this work on PS5 with GT7 ?
Does the short Gamer Plus feel different than the Gamer 2? I imagine it would due to the shortening of the mounting bracket.
I was thinking the same thing, hopefully someone will answer this because I have the gamer 2 but would like to get a plus but not if it's the same feel as my G2.
@@jazzman9103 What's wrong with the feel of the G2 that makes you want to replace it?
@@metaleater9 Nothing, just wondering if the vibration is more accurate since the plus doesn't have the longer mounting arm which to me seems like there is a very slight delay in feeling it which seems like I need more power since it not as close to chair pole but definitely not a deal breaker.
Nice review for an integrated solution. For me SimHub, 2 Dayton BST-1's and a Nobsound Mini Bluetooth 5.0 Power Amplifier was the ticket. Very inexpensive and works fantastic.
Any tutorials/advice for your kind of setup?
@@michalesniak7012 try this, th-cam.com/video/Qw1iiQXq_Jo/w-d-xo.html
@@michalesniak7012 This is what I ran across that got me going. th-cam.com/video/Qw1iiQXq_Jo/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=GaryEvanssimracing
@@dklassen Thank you
@@DeanLawrence74 Thank you
could you test on playstation GT7?
Thank you Michael great review I want to get one. No family members and my neighbour hates me perfect. I drive a big block Ford. Bring on the noise.😆
Haha, yeah, those who know you will be ready!
Thanks for watching
Anyone explain how the hapticonnect categories match to simhub? Like theres no road rumble in hapti....basically what effects are amplified by the different sliders in hapticonnect. In simhub there is a description for each category
If you already have the Buttkicker Gamer 2, does it make sense to buy the Gamer Plus?
Id like to also know the difference
Neat, but unless they have a transducer-only option, not for me. I've already got two of their mini LFEs on a better amp than what they're shipping. If I could order two of their Pro units, and not have to pay for two amps, then I'd be interested.
Why did you replace the amp it came with? Is it just for more powerful output or does it help in other ways?
@@sock2070 The amp that came with my BK Gamer2 was not fit for purpose. It would overheat and turn itself off almost instantly, and basically never worked for more than about 30 seconds. It didn't remember the volume setting and had to have it dialled in every time it was turned on, via a ridiculously cumbersome wired remote. Not isolated issues, either; the web is full of similar complaints. It is just pure garbage. I replaced it with a $20 mono amp which works perfectly and has none of those issues. It put me off going near the brand ever again, especially given the price of the package.
@@sock2070 I didn't buy their amp in the first place. I got a rack-mount Crown amp; that let me run two mini LFEs and mount all the hardware (surge protector, shaker amp, and PC) into a server rack independent of my aluminum profile chassis.
@@kevinlowe0 Ah fair play, thanks for the info
@@LeoDavidson link to that mono amp
Great review! One more thing to add to my wishlist when I build my dream rig. God bless and race on 👍😎🏁
God bless! I appreciate your support
I heard they overheat and cut out after about 40 minutes of use is this true
Not at all. Not from my experience
How does this work for ps4/5?
New toys! Yay! I've been thinking about getting this for the longest, thanks for this review.
Man, I cannot wait to get back to racing with the community.... been away too long :(
Hey Ed! We miss you man. Can’t wait to see you back on track
does anyone know where i can buy this in eu? the website only ships us and canada
Mike, what might be the best source to order in germany? Any retailer you know of, as the US-webshop only ships to US and Canada. Thnx.
Hi there. Is Amazon an option for you?
@@SimRacing604 sure - but its not available yet. I hope for it after its release in may.
Is it safe to say that this is for those of us that do not have a motion rig or do I have it all wrong?
It could definitely be used with a motion rig as well. I know people that have very high end 4 or 5 DOF Motion rigs that still use a ButtKicker
hello SimRacing 604, I have a question? what is the difference of buttkicker pro & Pearl ThMP-1 Throne Thumper Butt Kicker? because I have a Pearl-1 buttkicker on my ps5 I paid €500 for it and I want to buy the new model buttkicker pro, is that wise?
is ACC also supported ?
I wonder if the amp is still easy to blow
That software is to expensive snd Buttkicker need to re-evaluate their pricing considering the likes of Simhub can be yours for free and does all shakers plus much more.
Can you install these through a PS5?
You would need to connect the audio as opposed to through USB/SimHub, but yes
worth updating from my buttkicker gamer 2 to this?, surely it cant be that much better.
I've tried to make my own with some transducer, but I'm so bad at making things with my hands. Lol.
It's great for shooter games as well.
Buttkickers have been known to fail, a lot. You can buy a set of two transducers and an amp for less than $100 and have better left/right feedback. You can get 4 transducers, one at each corner of your rig and an amp (or two) to power it so you can feel everything for much less than a Buttkicker. Front left right and rear left right. Then if a transducer fails, just buy another one for cheap and plug it in.
Hello. Can I clamp this to a pPlayseat Challenge? Or is it too much?
You should do another SimHub episode..
Yeah, you’re right. I’ll try and make a quick video this weekend…
Iracing not tested....!!!???
they tripled the price and shills say its cheap?
My misses moaned when I was looking at one of these and she said" paying that for yr ass to vibrate is stupid" so I said" I've never moaned at you how much you spend on yr vibrators" no she said "i do the moaning then"£381 in uk,with console cables etc..alot for a kick in the ass but I'm gutted that they don't have apps to use on consoles..they need to work on these apps..
Is it very noisy? I mean... can you use it on a daily basis and not being hated by your family and neighbours?
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ButtKicker is just too expensive for what it is. For sim racing you need a minimum of four bass shakers for proper feedback rather than just a shaker. The weight in the BK range results in muted responses. The larger weights are not required if your rig is acting as the weight or the shaker is connected at a distance from the mount. When the transducer is directly attached to the rig, the weight is not required.
Got told to replace my amp by buttkicker support. Bought one. Still doesnt work. Brilliant waste of money!!!!
Paid software to run the hardware you sell. Next thing would be a subscription or it stops working. No thanks.
O think you mean trrs not trss
8” kinda small? Shoot 😑
Good product untill you need support does exist and no spare parts for the money you spend the company is pathic
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Dont buy buttkicker products. Mine stopped working after a little over a year. Have to replace amp, warranty only one year! Dont buy unless you are happy to see it die after a short while! Only help from support was turn it off, or replace it. What a waste of hard earned cash!
very expensive