Customer service went above and beyond. I mentioned on their discord that I’m missing a thumb and index finger on my left hand and was looking for a way to bring the latching radio feature to a different button. Made a ticket for me and within a week, sent me a personalized firmware update for my wheel that allowed me to use the feature with my right thumb.
Really cool to see such deep simhub integration and some really forward thinking functionality on a wheel that has it's own style. Clearly Soelpec just wanted to build their dream wheel and it paid off.
Jeez, Will cost me a lot of money with this review! It has replaced my CSX-3 which I found a little small and toy-like for my old arthritic hands. The amazing thing about this wheel is that it could have been made by Apple...It just works! The LED rev lights change for each car model in iRacing and everything is ready to roll on first use. I'm going to have to change some stickers as they are a bit F1 orientated but it's a fabulous wheel and Will's review did it for me.
Switched to the Spectra from FX Pro (which is a great wheel btw, but the handles were a bit flimsy + no simhub support). Had it for about 3 months now and can confidently recommend it to anyone looking for a high end wheel. Also great to see frequent software updates to keep pace with the new cars coming to various sims (like p2p cooldown integration and such). Great wheel, great features, great support.
saw this on a rig in microcenter its an amazing wheel got to use it on the rig they have set up and loved it. great video man thse videos got me into sim racing
Something like this is massive overkill and designed for whales with more money then sense. It's like the people who buy a high proformance Mercedes AMG, and lives where the speed limit is 130km on highways.
i Would love to see a test of the newer GSI Hyper-P1 Wheel. i think this might be more comparable to those new wheels. The GSI FPE is outdayted and isnt available anymore by GSI i believe.
Coming back to this video after watching it a few days ago. Scrolling through the comments I'm still seeing a lot of them saying something along the line of "this is great but it's too expensive" so I thought I'd give my two cents on it. Personally I love when Will showcases these crazy products like this even thought the prices are way out of my budget by a long shot. However, what it does, is give us a glimpse of what the future holds as these technologies and features will eventually trickle down into affordable consumer products. These videos are like a window into our future! Also I'm probably just going to show up in Will's basement one of these days unannounced and try all this stuff anyways lol. I hope to snap a photo of his reaction when he realizes some crazy person got into his basement and is bouncing around on his 17 degrees of freedom motion sim!
I‘d be pretty interested in the Bavarian Simtec Omega Pro. It is quite new and in terms of pricing and overall quality probably really interesting for many people. Would apreciate if you could have a look at this one
Considering that there are generally not many differences between high end wheels today, I think Spectra XR is quite different from its competitors as it offers so many unique features & quality together. The best I've used so far ❤️
My one has no defects at all and loves this wheel!! It rotates as it should. The only problem is that it mixed up with their XR-5 display in the SIM hub.
Hi Will, I want to suggest something that you did long time ago. We are now in an era where we have a lot of many high-end, mid-tier, and low-budget tier steering wheels. Can you post a new comparison video for each tier. That would be very appreciated to know the difference and use cases for each wheel (advantages/disadvantages) for each tier. We have many many wheels (formula/GT/Drift/Rally, etc ...). For example, high-end >> (GSI, Ascher Racing Artura, Soelpec, Bavarian Simtec, cube control). Mid-tier >> (Simagic, logitech, Fanatec). Low-budget >> (Moza, Thrustmaster). Thank you!
Sheesh -- 1,499 euros? (or $1,640.68 USD🤯) I understand that my FX Pro may not be the end-game wheel to have. But I just can't imagine paying over 2X as much for a wheel.🧐🧐🧐 Nevertheless, always cool seeing the creme of the crop of tech, Will.👍
Man, I’ve had a button box with a U-rim for over a year now and I don’t really feel the need to upgrade that, even. I will eventually want a new toy though, I’m sure.
I am in the market for a new wheel and really like this wheel. Was considering the GSI X29 but think by saving up for a longer time this would be a buy once end game type wheel.
Hi Will , thanks for a great review as always! I have a question, could you tell me what base you would suggest is the better choice @15nm for this rim please? I was thinking about the alpha by simagic …. Many thanks 😊
For 2k I'd expect better grip material. I dont know what the material is however some of the rubbers used for grip eventually fail. I had a Nikon dslr I bought brand new once. After using it for a while i set it aside for a few years. Went back to it and the grip rubber had kinda broken down somehow. It was the first I'd heard of it. Rubber doesnt scream premium but the wheel looks really nice anyways!
If you get the podium hub you can use this wheel. You can also look around the internet to find solutions to the podium hub for a better price and immediate availability. But you would need something to tell the DD1/DD2 to unleash full torque. Just search TH-cam for solutions on fitting aftermarket wheels to Fanatec ecosystem and they will be able to explain the process better than I can in a comment section.
Maybe I’m struggling to see the real world use in a lot of this functionality but I find it hard to believe how useful these features are mid race when so much of it is push and hold to activate some of this stuff.
Hi Team! Another great review and super cool wheel. Wanted to ask if there's in your plans to do a review on the Bavarian SimTec Pro one? Have a great day!
Had a meeting with them a few months ago and organised it. Now they’ve disappeared so not sure. Emailed them a few days ago to follow up and haven’t had a reply.
@@boostedmedia they normally take a bit of time to reply. It happened to me as well. I personally think it’s a great wheel as well and there’s always a great debate between, BST & GSI, so, I was keen to know your opinion on this one as well :) thank you for your reply it’s much appreciated ;)
Great review and the wheel is on my shortlist along with the Hyper P1… I think the throttle hold function is useful for tracks like Circuit de la Sarthe (le Mans) with the massive straights to give your right foot a rest!
Is it possible to use the different thumb encoder modes with non-Soelpec dashboards? I really like the feature set of the Soelpec dash, but I like using a dash that closer resembles the car I’m driving
Hey Will, can you tell me how loud the shifters are compared to a fanatec APM module? In the Video it seems that they are way louder, but m not sure. Im racing in the living room and need quiet shifters. Maybe you have a tip for a wheel like that with very qiet shifters? Thank's in advance an keep up the good work.
I’d bet that throttle hold would be good for launch control, keep the clutch held in, turn throttle hold on, lights go out and release the clutch let throttle hold get you a good consistent launch and then shut it off and back to business as usual. Possibly also for behind pace cars
Very nice wheel man! What are the whelbase compatibility? I think you didn't say in the videos, I also did quickly look in they website it dont say nothing
That wheel looks awesome, have listed my children on eBay to fund the purchase. I noticed while poking around on the HRS site after you mentioned them that they have/had an awesome looking HRS branded Elgato Stream Deck button box thing.....anyone know what happened to that, it is exactly what I am chasing but it isn't on the page anywhere except for one photo? I guess I could flick them a message and find out 😂😂
Damn anyone else think that it looks identical to the Asetek wheel with a screen????? Really cool Will I hate to bug you on TH-cam but I’m desperate for some advice with some Asetek products I purchased and the condition of it when it arrived, my Thorpe module was completely 180* off the shaft and my mounting holes where worn out like it was fitted, the reseller refuses to do anything and they have told me all invicta pedals have the Thorpe module loose and not fixed and you have to put it upright then adjust, but it will not stay in place .. really need some help as I’ve even reached out to Asetek and I think because of holidays they haven’t responded..I know your busy mate I really do but if you knew the reason I bought it all etc you would understand it’s more than just sim racing gear, they where gifts from my amazing wife because unfortunately our twins passed and it was her way to say Thankyou for what I tried to do to save them. Sorry for all the information and shit I wrote mate but we just want some help. Anyways much respect to you and everyone who reads this
Check out the GSI x-29 or the cube controls F-core. They’re about the same price. I’d be worried about the Leox after some of the issues I’ve seen different streamers have with it.
Yes, just search the web or You Tube on solutions to fitting aftermarket wheel to a Fanatec base, it's fairly straight forward. In a nut shell you need to trick the DD1/DD2 to unleash full torque which can be accomplished with the Podium Hub. Just search the internet for other solutions to the podium hub.
Throttle hold mode = pit limiter for cars that don’t have one A little bit of a cheat perhaps? I don’t like the idea of the magic throttle and brake buttons
I know not related to this video but we really need a bigger TH-cam such as yourself to speak up on the insanity of this whole Fanatec shipping situation going on. What they are doing is extremely toxic to the overall community.
When i wanted to get myself an arcade controller, i saw the prices and was like: "damn, things are expensive but I understand". Then looking at Sim Racing prices and things range for a good racing setup is as much as $300 for the low end to almost as much of a nice, used car in the highs. Why is simulating a motorsport such an investment? ; - ;
@@YayDanMan honestly, it sucks getting into sim racing on a budget because the prices to performance are ludicrous! Either spent $300 now ancient outdated technology or wait what feels like forever to spend $500 just to get 2 - 3 extra NM of torque with no clutch pedal or shifter.
People of the world... if you just have the money and you already have a great car and some motorcycles IRL then go for it. But I really hope people aren't buying stuff like this (1700 dollars for a wheel lol) when that money alone you could get a decent dirt bike, older motorcycle, all sorts of things. Please god.
can anybody tell me why youtube INSISTS on watching this video? Everytime i opened YT this comes right on top... Doesnt Google know that i own a Fanatec setup and dont have the money to blow 1,500€ on a freaking wheel alone?!?!
Are you just assuming that everyone already knows that this wheel is only for SimuCube bases? Since you make no mention of it at least in the first 15 minutes of the video.
@ from what I can find the hyper P1 was released in December 2022, first information I can find about the spectra XR is February 2023. And preorder information for the spectra started in June 2023.
Customer service went above and beyond. I mentioned on their discord that I’m missing a thumb and index finger on my left hand and was looking for a way to bring the latching radio feature to a different button. Made a ticket for me and within a week, sent me a personalized firmware update for my wheel that allowed me to use the feature with my right thumb.
Aye that's great service
Really cool to see such deep simhub integration and some really forward thinking functionality on a wheel that has it's own style. Clearly Soelpec just wanted to build their dream wheel and it paid off.
Jeez, Will cost me a lot of money with this review! It has replaced my CSX-3 which I found a little small and toy-like for my old arthritic hands. The amazing thing about this wheel is that it could have been made by Apple...It just works! The LED rev lights change for each car model in iRacing and everything is ready to roll on first use. I'm going to have to change some stickers as they are a bit F1 orientated but it's a fabulous wheel and Will's review did it for me.
Been looking forward to this review for a while I absolutely love mine. One of the best sim racing wheels available
Switched to the Spectra from FX Pro (which is a great wheel btw, but the handles were a bit flimsy + no simhub support). Had it for about 3 months now and can confidently recommend it to anyone looking for a high end wheel. Also great to see frequent software updates to keep pace with the new cars coming to various sims (like p2p cooldown integration and such). Great wheel, great features, great support.
For me is definitely the best and most complete wheel I ever had in my hand man 😃
Happy new year Will 🤗
Maybe the Zen's Simwheels Uniflex Elite is something for one of your next reviews?
Could you test the Uniflex-Elite from Zen’s Simwheels? The wheel was on display at the sim racing expo! Very nice performance!
The price is a bit more in the 'mid-range', nevertheless a video about this wheel would be a great addition to the 'mid-range series'
saw this on a rig in microcenter its an amazing wheel got to use it on the rig they have set up and loved it. great video man thse videos got me into sim racing
Which Microcenter? My Microcenter has the GSI on display not this one nor do they sell the Soelpec
Wow, that's cool. ✨ I really like the larger screen size. Unfortunately it's beyond what I could ever justify paying for a wheel. 💸
Same love the technology and innovation, but not in my price range. Looking forward to the Simagic GT NEO.
@@Hani_Santa yeah, I'm getting that wheel as well.
yea, I feel like no matter how nice the screen is, and the materials, 3 grand Canadian is... a little extreme. IDK.
Something like this is massive overkill and designed for whales with more money then sense. It's like the people who buy a high proformance Mercedes AMG, and lives where the speed limit is 130km on highways.
@sprocket5526 that's assuming you drive the speed limit 😅
i Would love to see a test of the newer GSI Hyper-P1 Wheel. i think this might be more comparable to those new wheels. The GSI FPE is outdayted and isnt available anymore by GSI i believe.
This looks great! Thanks for another great review.
Coming back to this video after watching it a few days ago. Scrolling through the comments I'm still seeing a lot of them saying something along the line of "this is great but it's too expensive" so I thought I'd give my two cents on it. Personally I love when Will showcases these crazy products like this even thought the prices are way out of my budget by a long shot. However, what it does, is give us a glimpse of what the future holds as these technologies and features will eventually trickle down into affordable consumer products. These videos are like a window into our future! Also I'm probably just going to show up in Will's basement one of these days unannounced and try all this stuff anyways lol. I hope to snap a photo of his reaction when he realizes some crazy person got into his basement and is bouncing around on his 17 degrees of freedom motion sim!
I‘d be pretty interested in the Bavarian Simtec Omega Pro. It is quite new and in terms of pricing and overall quality probably really interesting for many people. Would apreciate if you could have a look at this one
May you review the GSI Hyper P1?
Considering that there are generally not many differences between high end wheels today, I think Spectra XR is quite different from its competitors as it offers so many unique features & quality together. The best I've used so far ❤️
Throttle hold mode could be super useful for rolling starts! If you are rolling up to the line and you can use a dial to creep up to the correct speed
Awesome review Will! I believe that modern day F1 wheels are around 28cm/11" wide.
Very nice review with detail this wheel is awsome!!!!
Welcome Soelpec to the dream build list 😅
My one has no defects at all and loves this wheel!! It rotates as it should. The only problem is that it mixed up with their XR-5 display in the SIM hub.
Have it, love it.. its frigin amazing 👍🏻🍻🏁
Can’t wait to see this side by side in a review with the upcoming Ascher-Display-Wheel!
I still can't decide on this or the BST Omega Pro. Already owning an Ascher F64 I would like one of those to sit alongside it... such a hard decision.
Hi Will, I want to suggest something that you did long time ago.
We are now in an era where we have a lot of many high-end, mid-tier, and low-budget tier steering wheels. Can you post a new comparison video for each tier. That would be very appreciated to know the difference and use cases for each wheel (advantages/disadvantages) for each tier. We have many many wheels (formula/GT/Drift/Rally, etc ...).
For example, high-end >> (GSI, Ascher Racing Artura, Soelpec, Bavarian Simtec, cube control). Mid-tier >> (Simagic, logitech, Fanatec). Low-budget >> (Moza, Thrustmaster).
Thank you!
Sheesh -- 1,499 euros? (or $1,640.68 USD🤯) I understand that my FX Pro may not be the end-game wheel to have. But I just can't imagine paying over 2X as much for a wheel.🧐🧐🧐
Nevertheless, always cool seeing the creme of the crop of tech, Will.👍
I agree. The Simagic FX Pro is the best value in the market.
@@HectorYague What about the LeoXZ XF1 Sport-USB?
Man, I’ve had a button box with a U-rim for over a year now and I don’t really feel the need to upgrade that, even. I will eventually want a new toy though, I’m sure.
I am in the market for a new wheel and really like this wheel. Was considering the GSI X29 but think by saving up for a longer time this would be a buy once end game type wheel.
And my preferred diameter
Review the simtrecs pedals please 🙏
how bout versus GSI Hyper P1?
is there a "minimum quality" you need for the wheelbase to make it worth it?
Thanks Will keep it up.
You can tell that a lot of thought went into designing this wheel.
Hi Will , thanks for a great review as always! I have a question, could you tell me what base you would suggest is the better choice @15nm for this rim please? I was thinking about the alpha by simagic …. Many thanks 😊
For 2k I'd expect better grip material. I dont know what the material is however some of the rubbers used for grip eventually fail.
I had a Nikon dslr I bought brand new once. After using it for a while i set it aside for a few years. Went back to it and the grip rubber had kinda broken down somehow.
It was the first I'd heard of it.
Rubber doesnt scream premium but the wheel looks really nice anyways!
Am I correct in thinking you can mount this to a podium hub for fanatec use?
If you get the podium hub you can use this wheel. You can also look around the internet to find solutions to the podium hub for a better price and immediate availability. But you would need something to tell the DD1/DD2 to unleash full torque. Just search TH-cam for solutions on fitting aftermarket wheels to Fanatec ecosystem and they will be able to explain the process better than I can in a comment section.
Maybe I’m struggling to see the real world use in a lot of this functionality but I find it hard to believe how useful these features are mid race when so much of it is push and hold to activate some of this stuff.
Hi Will. Are you going to review the Ascher Artura Pro ?
Got mine a few weeks ago and it's fantastic.
I'm only watching for things to add to my when-I-win-the-lotto list.
Hi Team! Another great review and super cool wheel.
Wanted to ask if there's in your plans to do a review on the Bavarian SimTec Pro one?
Have a great day!
Had a meeting with them a few months ago and organised it. Now they’ve disappeared so not sure. Emailed them a few days ago to follow up and haven’t had a reply.
@@boostedmedia they normally take a bit of time to reply. It happened to me as well. I personally think it’s a great wheel as well and there’s always a great debate between, BST & GSI, so, I was keen to know your opinion on this one as well :) thank you for your reply it’s much appreciated ;)
Great review and the wheel is on my shortlist along with the Hyper P1…
I think the throttle hold function is useful for tracks like Circuit de la Sarthe (le Mans) with the massive straights to give your right foot a rest!
I own this wheel its an awesome product
Is it possible to use the different thumb encoder modes with non-Soelpec dashboards? I really like the feature set of the Soelpec dash, but I like using a dash that closer resembles the car I’m driving
That screen basically eliminates the need for a racing hub on the screen. For me the untangible it gives is more inmersion.
Will, can you review the Bavarian Simtec omega pro? Been wondering how it stacks up against more established players like GSI & cubecontrols
Have one on its way :)
Amazing, can´t wait to check it out@@boostedmedia
Hey Will, can you tell me how loud the shifters are compared to a fanatec APM module? In the Video it seems that they are way louder, but m not sure. Im racing in the living room and need quiet shifters. Maybe you have a tip for a wheel like that with very qiet shifters? Thank's in advance an keep up the good work.
looks sweet but one of the best parts of racing in VR is I don't have to buy $1500 wheels lol
What do you use instead?
Any chance you have the Delta Evo wheels coming up for review?
FPE prices have fluctuated because GSI just announced the FPE v2.
I’d bet that throttle hold would be good for launch control, keep the clutch held in, turn throttle hold on, lights go out and release the clutch let throttle hold get you a good consistent launch and then shut it off and back to business as usual. Possibly also for behind pace cars
I don't think so
I'd want something like this for my DD1 and ps5
Very nice wheel man! What are the whelbase compatibility? I think you didn't say in the videos, I also did quickly look in they website it dont say nothing
What a beast!
wish they made a wheel without screen for a little bit less.
loving their style
Wish granted...look up the Spectra LT
Would have been nice to see the inside workings.
How does this compare to the GSI Hyper P1?
I'll def get this or a similar wheel when I win the lottery (copium)!
Throttle hold 100% all the way for indy500 or daytona500 !
Hi Boosted. Need your review for new a Simagic GT Neo wheel :D
Hey will, do you have any future videos planned to cover more entry level-mid range rigs similar to the play-seat video you did a couple months ago?
Yep. There will be plenty of stuff like that this year.
@@boostedmediathanks for the reply! Looking forward to those reviews!
That wheel looks awesome, have listed my children on eBay to fund the purchase. I noticed while poking around on the HRS site after you mentioned them that they have/had an awesome looking HRS branded Elgato Stream Deck button box thing.....anyone know what happened to that, it is exactly what I am chasing but it isn't on the page anywhere except for one photo? I guess I could flick them a message and find out 😂😂
Which is better Soelpec or the GSI top of the line?
Hey guys wheel here
Well played. 😂
@@jonathanbiccum4486 *Wheel played
Damn anyone else think that it looks identical to the Asetek wheel with a screen????? Really cool
Will I hate to bug you on TH-cam but I’m desperate for some advice with some Asetek products I purchased and the condition of it when it arrived, my Thorpe module was completely 180* off the shaft and my mounting holes where worn out like it was fitted, the reseller refuses to do anything and they have told me all invicta pedals have the Thorpe module loose and not fixed and you have to put it upright then adjust, but it will not stay in place .. really need some help as I’ve even reached out to Asetek and I think because of holidays they haven’t responded..I know your busy mate I really do but if you knew the reason I bought it all etc you would understand it’s more than just sim racing gear, they where gifts from my amazing wife because unfortunately our twins passed and it was her way to say Thankyou for what I tried to do to save them. Sorry for all the information and shit I wrote mate but we just want some help. Anyways much respect to you and everyone who reads this
Amazing to think the Leoxz XF1 Sport is the only choice in terms of the ~600 budget, the Moza FSR is cool but worthless without simhub support.
Check out the GSI x-29 or the cube controls F-core. They’re about the same price. I’d be worried about the Leox after some of the issues I’ve seen different streamers have with it.
I don't know why anyone would consider the sport. The pro supports simhub, that's where it's at.
I could go out and buy a 2009 Mazda MX 5 for less than that & pay for the insurance😂 Great video nice wheel but way above what I’m willing to pay.
Believe F1, Indy Car etc all ~280mm diameter
300mm seems to be more of a sim only diameter as GT3/4 cars are more ~310mm.
hi , great vid is it compatable whit Fanatec ? thanks .
Yes, just search the web or You Tube on solutions to fitting aftermarket wheel to a Fanatec base, it's fairly straight forward. In a nut shell you need to trick the DD1/DD2 to unleash full torque which can be accomplished with the Podium Hub. Just search the internet for other solutions to the podium hub.
Do We need a usb hub or a usb Dock?
What is your sim rig equipped with
Hello, Ça serait cool que tu essaye de Esportsim v3, je l’ai est il est tellement cool 👍
Lovely wheel, but who would utilize all those functions . A beast for sure
Will you review any of the Gomez wheels?
Yep should have the new ones here soon.
Where does this ship from if you buy it from their website? Can't find anything about it.
From Turkey 😉
I just can't with wheels that don't connect at the bottom of the grips to the main body.
Anyone have coupon code for moza?
Very nice wheel but for the price it has to be perfect in all features grips etc
At first glance thought it was a cube controls wheel
Bro what is the car in the back
Lotus Emira
Yes and one would need to be a financial _GENIUS_ to be able to afford one... 😁 _At the price of €1499 (+ Shipping and Tax)_
Throttle hold mode = pit limiter for cars that don’t have one
A little bit of a cheat perhaps? I don’t like the idea of the magic throttle and brake buttons
$1250 for a wheel, Have we lost our minds !
I know not related to this video but we really need a bigger TH-cam such as yourself to speak up on the insanity of this whole Fanatec shipping situation going on. What they are doing is extremely toxic to the overall community.
Better than the GT Neo wheel 😂? For VR dont need a screen.
When i wanted to get myself an arcade controller, i saw the prices and was like: "damn, things are expensive but I understand". Then looking at Sim Racing prices and things range for a good racing setup is as much as $300 for the low end to almost as much of a nice, used car in the highs.
Why is simulating a motorsport such an investment? ; - ;
Quantities of scale, or lack thereof
@@YayDanMan honestly, it sucks getting into sim racing on a budget because the prices to performance are ludicrous! Either spent $300 now ancient outdated technology or wait what feels like forever to spend $500 just to get 2 - 3 extra NM of torque with no clutch pedal or shifter.
Compared to the LEOXZ wheels this looks like a hard sell for that price-tag
People of the world... if you just have the money and you already have a great car and some motorcycles IRL then go for it. But I really hope people aren't buying stuff like this (1700 dollars for a wheel lol) when that money alone you could get a decent dirt bike, older motorcycle, all sorts of things. Please god.
It might be the same colour but that's not a BMW in the garage anymore!
All those wheels looks so identical…. Only the price changes , it’s getting higher and higher 😢
Looks a bit like a "copy" of a GSI Hyper P1 to me 🙄
can anybody tell me why youtube INSISTS on watching this video? Everytime i opened YT this comes right on top... Doesnt Google know that i own a Fanatec setup and dont have the money to blow 1,500€ on a freaking wheel alone?!?!
Real F1 wheel size is 27-28cm, not 30 or more.
Maybe I'm the odd one out, but I'll never buy a wheel that has a cable hanging out the back.
I don't see the cable ever getting in the way or hitting your legs, but I am curious if the wireless lag is *truly* ever noticeable...
…stopped watching when hearing the price tag… 😂
Are you just assuming that everyone already knows that this wheel is only for SimuCube bases? Since you make no mention of it at least in the first 15 minutes of the video.
You’re wrong haha
legit a cheaper cosworth ccm mk3
Just nope.
I stopped watching at 1499 Euro. Too bad.
A lot of things on this wheel scream, we have copied the GSI Hyper P1...
It was released before p1.
@ from what I can find the hyper P1 was released in December 2022, first information I can find about the spectra XR is February 2023. And preorder information for the spectra started in June 2023.
Who cares if they copied it?