Salut les gars, je viens de tomber sur cette vidéo, bien joué ;) ! Belle reconnaissance de la qualité de vos sabres. Et je suis d'accord avec elle, parfaits pour le combat comme pour la choré. À+ ! (Romain de l'ASL SQY)
Not sure if it's worth mentioning, but this has got to be the most reliable review I have ever seen. Literally a professional entertainer, who performed in some of my favorite films, and actively uses these products. I can't tell you how many gatekeeping, toxic fandom videos are out there. Thank you so much for this, Michelle C. Smith. You are truly a professional badass!❤
yeah shes great, only reason i built my own saber. Tried some of her moves, but kept hitting the ceiling and knocking stuff over. got my saber parts form the sabershop.
Turned 45 and needed a hobby. Saw this video, went online and bought one. As soon as it arrives I will watch your videos and start learning to wield a lightsabre! Fingers crossed I can do this.
And remember kids... NEVER EVER BUY FROM DX SABERS or Ultrasabers. Do even a little bit of research and you'll see why. Kudos to you, Michelle for not repping them
@@XpideRG For you, maybe. But there are still millions that don't know, and that's how both are still in business. Most people that do business with them never heard otherwise. So, no disrespect, but I'll keep trying to spare a few of them that.
I've been a Star Wars fan since I was a child, but I've only ever had maybe one toy saber. Your video has helped me to decide exactly what I'm finally going to get! So informative, thank you!
Not only did I love this video *research for my sons first real lightsaber* but the jazz are ha bangin' Thank you for the information and excellent production. This video reminded me of me directing rookie paintballers in beneficial direction in terms of gear for their own game/success
I went to EW to look at their sabers and noticed they are using this video on their page, which is great! I hope they partner with you. You deserve it. But I like the 2 saber coupling capability of the TXQ. In the end, it's so for show and not melee.
Michelle, you mentioned how so many brands use the same electronics as the TXQ brand. That is because TXQ is just one of many companies that resell sabers and parts made by the LGT manufacturing company in China using their interchangeable VHC (variable hilt component) parts. It’s not just the electronics that are interchangeable - it’s the metal parts that make up the hilt too. Other resellers of VHC-based sabers in the US include Blu Bul’s Outer Rim Saber Parts, Vire Sabers, and Crimson Dawn, among others. The great thing about VHC parts is that they are modular and interchangeable, so you can use them to customize the length of the hilt and the balance of the saber, along with the look. You said you like to hold the saber above the switch, not at the bottom of the hilt, and the VHC parts allow you to add more grip length above the switch if you prefer it that way, which I do. For example, on your TXQ saber you showed that has the royal scepter-looking emitter part where the blade is attached, you could unscrew that emitter from the switch piece and add an extension piece or even a full grip piece above the switch, and then put the emitter piece back on above the new piece (or replace the emitter with a different style). By doing that, you can turn a 10” hilt into 12” or 15” (whatever you want), and you can create a grip in the right spot for better balance. The VHC system gives you a lot of options for customizing the saber to your needs. Thanks for posting all the great videos!
As beginners, the biggest concern is about the durability, because we will be dropping it A LOT! So what would be your top ones when it comes to durability?
@cosmologic2283 what about for those of us in the US? I just saw that saber and while I would buy it, it's in France. Is there one more local? What's to stop me from buying an empty ultrasabers hilt or something and using their electronics?
I’ve had good experiences with SaberForge, but I’m also aware I’m lucky in that regard, apparently. And I’d also say they are definitely not spinners because of all the greebling on their handles. That makes them look beautiful, but catches on everything! Great combat sabers, though!
Yeah, Saberforge is definitely at the top of the totem pole for customizable sabers at a very high quality. Durable for combat, but would realistically have to opt for a simple hilt construction for spinning and performance related use. Saberforge is more for show/combar/collection and less about spinning and similar tricks
No way!!! Finally the Adamite Staff from Bendu Armory! Very nice! I'm saving up for one, thank you for your input and info on the saber staff that I want!
Those are definitely good, especially the saberstaff. I went with rebel sabers and while they have that same complicated button feature you can actually just stab fast in any direction and it turns on and you do the same to turn it off. It's so much better than holding the button down for two flashes to turn it off. Builds immersion. My kids have some as well and they love using them outside with me in saber battles
Master Michelle. I like the sound only because I can hear it when I can't see it. People acknowledge me on what I've learned from you. Thank you. - your humble apprentice
Electrum Sabers, local Canadian company (Calgary) and they make them here in Canada too by hand for each order (I will explain why in a bit). They are a bit more showy, more for cosplay, but their tech is unique, they have their own cores and an app on your phone you can control it with. They are reworking their stuff to make a coupler to make saberstaffs, and... (Here's something you will love) you can use some of the Bendu Armory blades (which you can get in varying lengths) to make it more durable for tricks as well as better lengths. They are a little pricier, but they are sturdy as heck, and have customization options like you wouldn't believe, down to how your control panel looks, accent colors and weathering. The Neophyte hilt would probably be your go to, based on lack of bits on it as well as length. I just ordered a Remnant myself and will get a second later to turn into a saberstaff. PS. Hi George!
@@michelle-c-smith I'll tag you on insta when I post pics of the Remnant when it arrives and will point out it's balance point, since I know that is important. Also, I'd reach out to them, maybe they will do a deal with you!
@@Nephanor The option to use an app on your phone to configure the saber, so no more morse code to change colours, turn off sound is exciting! That has bumped Electrum way up my personal shopping list.
@@curgoth Exactly! It's nice to see a company embracing tech like that. But I will warn you, outside of Canada, shipping will cost a lot, and a LONG lead time since they make it all by hand.
@@Nephanor I'm in Toronto, so being Canadian is another plus for me! And, well, it's not like I can go to a gym to practice, nor can I go outside in the snow, so it's not like I could use one right now anyway, so the lead time is less of a problem than it might be otherwise...
My favorite combat saber is the Saber-Trio Arclyte. It's a shorter hilt, but is fantastic with a 32" blade. Sadly they are perpetually sold out. I've been waiting to get a second one for a staff for months...
Great reviews, Michelle! Thank you for doing this! I own 5 bendu sabers (The Kirak, the Obsidian, the Obsidian feldspar shoto, the Ekoa, and the Ekoa feldspar shoto), and I absolutely love them. I've had the obsidian longer than any other saber in my collection, and it is indeed extremely durable. I've dropped it I don't know how many times, and it just keeps on tickin'. The Adamite saber staff is likely going to be my next purchase =)
@@hex337 Not by default, no. However, you can order a brass counterweight that's added to the end of the chassis which makes for a better balance point when spinning. That's for the single sabers. For the adamite staff, it will be weighted for spinning "out of the box" so to speak.
@Nit TheGrit I was on the fence on buying, as I'm brand new at this, But seeing this, especially as the obsidian is the one that caught my eye, I just bought one.
I bought the TXQ Luke Skywalker lightsaber for sentimental reasons, even though I'd never spin with it for fear of dropping it and scuffing it up. TXQ does make some of the most affordable sabers out there for spinning and dueling, like you said.
How is the build quality? And which model did you get? I know she said she got her TXQ sabers from aliexpress but they seem to have a whole presence on Amazon, only thing is I cannot find the model Michelle is showing off in the video which is making me suspect it may not be a TXQ as she said she initially wasn't sure of the brand. I'm looking at the TXQ Force FX Saber on amazon, it's currently 36GBP down from 50 (so like 60-65 USD approx) but I absolutely would spin with it. Been at the ol' staff/sword spinning for nearly 10 years now, but only ever with wooden staves or sparring/training swords, but after so long I feel like it's time to play around with some LED gear and get some pretty footage haha but yeah so I'm not that likely to drop it as I hardly drop anymore as long as I'm not getting too crazy, and I'd be double careful with something more fragile like a lightsaber, but I'm still really curious/weary about the build quality of some of these fairly cheap sabers on amazon... Would super appreciate your opinion! And I'd love to know which model you picked up too! (I know you said Luke Skywalker, but I'm not a starwars person, and I assume that that just means it's the same colour as Luke's one rather than an actual replica of the one in the movie?) Thank you! :)
@@HeyItsKora I think this review may help you get a sense of the TXQ Luke Skywalker saber: th-cam.com/video/gxDF-EGpATo/w-d-xo.html. If your intent is solely to spin with a light amount of dueling, I would suggest sticking to the lightweight options Michelle has suggested. You'll have much greater flexibility with your moves. If you want a realistic replica and actually want to spin with a heftier hilt, I would suggest saving up and going the Neopixel route--these are relatively expensive sabers, but feel like actual weapons and the blades are much sturdier for duelling. The TXQ Luke falls into this grey zone where it is good for those who want a somewhat accurate Luke replica saber, but can't afford the Neopixel sabers yet. The saber isn't ideal for heavy spinning or duelling because it's secured to the hilt with very small screws and a short inset length.
When I play 'jedi: fallen order' I chose a simple blade. The consulaire looks like the one I'd construct. I'd feel safer with a larger hilt to avoid reaching the blade part
Hi Michelle, thanks for the video! For the Bendu saber, try fast double clicking and holding the button when the saber is off to turn the light on without sound. As someone with a proffie board saber, if they are using a proffie board then that is how you turn it on without sound.
Hi Michelle! Thank you for the buying guide and your review of the sabers. TXQ Sabers representing over here! Lol! Spot on with your review about it. It's cheap and great for beginners or casual saber spinners. Buying experience was good from aliexpress. Customer service was helpful. However, after months of spinning, the saber didn't charge properly and had to replace the battery. It's maybe bad luck that I got a faulty battery. Apart from that, from experience it's durable to drop and it's definitely for beginner or casual saber spinners like me. 😁
@@michelle-c-smith Actually they are not from TXQ :D The battery says SaberStudio, which is short for LGT SaberStudio. Also the soundboard should have "LGT Saberstudio & Darkwolf" written on it somewhere and those printed instruction cards are typical of them. However, the error is understandable, as TXQ and LGT are both chinese saber manufacturers and use the same button & recharge port setup. They once split off of the same mother company (LGTOY). Since then both have improved and adapted their tech and are now seperate and different. The good thing is though: LGT uses a system of hilt parts, so you can usually disassemble the pieces of the hilt and swap them out between sabers. Also, the electronic cores can be removed easily and swapped out. And do check the contacts of the battery. The most common issue with these cheaper chinese sabers is that the battery doesn't make contact properly so it doesn't load correctly and then does not turn on... Just in case you want to try to revive the 3rd saber :D
@NightRunner It depends on the budget. For lower budgets (up to 200$-300$), LGTs baselit soundboard (RGBX) and budget neopixel soundboard (Xenopixel) are better because their smoothswing is definitely superior. Additionally, Xenopixel can change soundfonts and stuff via SD-card, whil TXQs SN-Pixel has a set of 12 soundfonts (which are not too great). For high budgets and replicas TXQ is better, as their replicas are more accurate (made by 89 sabers), use the same high end soundboards (Proffie or GHv3) and installed have good install quality.
This is absolutely amazing to me. I'm watching someone who should be performing in my favorite movies. Yes Michelle, there is a world where technology can meet the most discerning needs. Proffieboard and cfx have changed the game.
You know, my only concern when picking a lightsaber used to be how comfortable the handle was and how it felt when the blade was going through some insolent little punk, but now that I had found peace and gave up of all that anger (It's amazing what a high fiber/low sodium diet can do for your affinity to the force), I find myself wondering, hey, why not get a cool looking lightsaber. Something in black and silver, Eh? Fancy ;)
I come from a martial arts and fire juggling/dancing background. I was occasionally looking for light sabers from time to time. Your video got recommended at the right time. I think I am going to take a closer look at the EW sabers. Didn't know they existed before I watched your video. Thanks for that one. And a Bendu saber is definitely going to hang on my wall one day.
I got a pair of lightsabers online, and they are similar to the QFX one at the beginning of your review. I like that they are lightweight and can be easily paired together into a staff, although a staff of about 80" is tough to practice with unless I have more space around me. Even though these are low-end sabers, everybody is impressed when I show them off. :-)
if Disney ever does like a High Republic TV series, they should hire her for choreography. her saber tricks are just a feast for the eyes and although not all of them may be lore friendly, they would definitely make up for the spectacle lost in the sequel trilogy. also, great reviews, as someone who is looking to buy their first saber sometime in the future, knowing the pros and cons is very helpful
Personally, I prefer the Artsabers base-lits. The Simplex V2 is my favorite because it’s relatively affordable it has many features like smooth swing, sound fonts, motion control, etc. It’s also good for heavily dueling and the hilt is plain and clean, making it easy to spin and do tricks with it.
I have the Phasma saber from Zia Sabers. The hilt is amazing, perfectly sized for me and I love the weight. I’ve dropped it countless times and it is so reliable. I really recommend it!
For flow arts, I've been using a Saberforge Aeon Apprentice hilt, which is basically just a cheap but nicely shaped single piece of aluminum, plus some electronics inside that I designed and built myself. It's cheap, ergonomic, sturdy, silent, and has a variety of configurable color patterns.
I LOL'd at 5:05 "morse code button taps" :). Thanks for the honest and realistic video! I'm a mid-aged techie in the early phases of researching this subject and the overall signal-to-noise on this topic is atrocious. Quite daunting to wade through all of the junk and shills out there but your video here stands out among the few I can count on one hand that have proven valuable. Thanks again Michelle for your knowledge and bad-ass prowess!
Hiya, i just bought a TXQ sabre for my wife. Its the Luke VI hilt with Neopixel blade and 2.2 Proffie board . It worked out at $450 NZ approximately $225 US, They were having a sale with 30% off so it was a pretty great deal. It is without doubt an amazing lightsabre for a lot less than you would expect to pay especially considering the 2.2 proffie board that allows you to write your own code to fine-tune your own personal sound options from start up , clash on clash, tip drag and on and on and on. Comes with a 32G sd card to save everything on to. They have as an option the Luke ROTJ, that has the true look of Luke's saber from episode 6. However the Luke VI version that i went for has a significant lack of clutter on the hilt which makes it easier for beginners learning to spin. These Sabres are available in RGB, Zenopixel and the 2 2 Proffie boards for all your different needs whether you want to duel, spin or just for collection. The support team at TXQ are so very helpful they put to shame some of the store staff I have encountered in bricks and morter stores . All in all they provide amazing products at incredibly cheap prices. Thank you for your amazing review in this vid and your lessons in staff work.Cheers Lee from NZ.
You can't make a to long video. Your AAA numbers are off the charts! Amazing Awesome Appealing! Got my subscription. I am in market for 2 quality sabers. Glad I chose this vid. Thanks!
I went to Darkwolf custom sabers and got their "Tavros" saber. It's a semi-thin neck style of saber that has good balance with a 32 inch neo pixel blade.
I had no idea how badly I needed a saber staff 😦 that looks amazing!! Like I already thought spinning was ridiculously cool and then it just got one upped! That’s amazing! That’s a skill I’d like to develop
@FuzzyBunnyRainbow Just wanna thank you for your warning againt buying DX SABERS and ULTRASABERS. After 2 years your message still helps people until today.😊
So glad you made this! Getting into spinning and I’m really keen on a Sabre but I don’t want to just buy one without knowing what to look for ❤️🔥 kinda keen to make one myself maybe after a legit one so I know what I want
Anyone else think she would make an excellent Mara Jade if Disney ever brings that character into the film/TV show canon? Anyhow haha amazing review! Really appreciated the detailed info 👍
Personally padawan outpost is a brilliant first choice if you're looking to get into lightsaber spinning/duelling. They are cheap but well made and I highly recommend them
Amazing! Thank you! I’ve been searching and researching and banging my head against a wall trying to figure out which brand of lightsaber to buy and I’ve come close a few times but then I read a couple bad reviews and I just don’t want to spend the money on something I’m not sure is even going to work. Thank you so much for this review!! Definitely going to check out EW sabers.
On the ones you have to do the "morse code" on, that is mainly for the setup, or to change settings. in use, you can have it set to where you dont even have to use the button to ignite/retract the saber, but you do need a higher end control board for that, like the Golden Harvest or Proffie boards. You can have them ignite/retract by gesture control, i.e. on swing, on twist, on thrust. but that might not be good for spinning, as you might inadvertently turn it off/on. and you can set the volume on them, so there is no sound, if you like. Also, and i know this isn't for your use case, the different blade types make a huge difference in how the saber will look. the basic, base-lit sabers are basically flashlights with a clear plastic tube on them, so can only do the very basic lighting effects. The Pixel style blades (each company calls them something different: Neopixel, Xenopixel, SN-Pixel, etc) have LED strips the length of the blade, which is how they can do the more "fancy" blade effects like a wave style, flame blade, etc. Which, for show, can produce great results, like a slow blade extend on ignition for dramatic effect, instead of the instant on. If youre spinning and just want a blade that is "on", it is overkill for sure. I will say that a flame effect blade style would add to spinning, as the lit blade length is dynamic, depending on the orientation of the saber, it follows fire physics. Also, most sabers are bottom heavy because that is where the battery and the speaker are, with most of the rest being aluminum. Personally, I have the Enforcer from Crimson Dawn, with the Golden Harvest v3 board inside and Pixel blade, and I love it.
Hello Badass family, my personal choice is the Polaris from LamaDiLuce. It's the official combat saber of LudoSport, the worldwide lightsaber sport community. It's a nice piece of engineering. You can adjust the weight AND the LENGTH of the hilt! They have different sizes of blades and you can mount two hilts together to make a staff. Michelle, I would love to hear your review of they sabers. Spoiler: the silent mode it's just one "tap" (they have no push buttons :)
Bought a TXQ saber from Amazon, 75 bucks. Definitely a solid first step into sabers (not counting my galaxys edge anakin saber) you can tell if it's txq by the batter inside. It'll have that labeled on the battery.
Love this so much! But where did you find the quarter-circle storage bin in the background? I've been looking for something like that and the closest I've found are flimsy laundry hampers.
Lamadiluce do sabers made for ludosport combat. Completely modular in size and shape. Aswell as being able to add extra weight to balance out the hilt. Software is still in early development though.
Whut! Googling...these are great! Have you tested them? How good are the gloves? I was looking at lacrosse gloves but these look way less bulky... do they offer good protection?
Best brand for a budget under 100€ a nice battle worthy and really really strong ( like hard to break intentionally) The brand is : SabrNeo ( specially the Warrior 7 ) cost 89€ and really the Beste price / quality
Great thank you on pointing out the utter impracticality of putting sharp edged bulky features and structures on a hilt of sword..(Fanbased vanity and ignorance combined) ..If you look at the hilt of a Kitana, it has a crossed woven fabric that is durable and elegant that is made for actual fighting. I just wish some of the manufactures would create a fabric woven hilt that is practical for dueling....
I enjoy my Flo Saber. They are a bit harder to get as they don't make them often, but they are designed to be balanced for flow and are stupid durrable stunt sabers
Would be great if you showed where the center of balance was on each blade....and what you recommend for what you do. Thanks,love your videos,as both a spinner and chinese martial artist.
Thanks for the video, I just put in an order for an EW saber. The shipping was really pricey coming into the united states but hopefully it'll be worth it
Wow you are amazing thank you for the reviews because I am looking for a Saber for my granddaughter who I just introduced to Star wars for her 5th birthday.
It's interesting to compare the EW saber with the others. Most of them seem aimed at Cosplay, the EW is a piece of sporting equipment. My brother and his wife have a few sabers. I think they're ForceFX, and as decor pieces, none of them get any use. Not really sure how well they'd handle being spun anyway. It's fun to watch folks who are good at it, though. Don't have the space myself.
Vader's Vault is 100% my favorite but I acknowledge they're probably not what one would realistically consider for this sort of use. Particularly for the price you pay for them lol
I have seen that "SaberTheory" has alot of nice sabers but I was wondering if you could maybe buy some of them and test em out?, Great video, keep the amazing work up!
An absolute delight and the nerd in me is loving it! Out of curiosity do you have any FMA training because I see some movements that are used there? Love the video!
Thank you so much, Michelle! As a huge Star Wars fan, I've been learning with your course and I love it so much. I've been looking into buying a sober and this is probably the most helpful thing I've seen. One quick question - I've got my eye on the EW Consulaire, but I'm wondering whether or not to get the 52cm blade or the 82cm blade - which one would you recommend for staff-spinning work? Is the 82cm too long to manoeuvre comfortably?
it would be 82 cm on each side. so yes it would be extremely long. it all depends on how strong ur wrist muscles are and how much practice you have with double sided sabers. if u are just starting, i would reccomend the 52 but if 62 is an option i would go with 62 as a starter.
Hey Michelle, your skills are astonishing. I'm joining the family today! ❤️ But i havent purchased the lightsaber yet and i'm like mad for the past 3 days going thru all the lightsaber videos and those companies websites, and so far i seem to be interested in something more movie-like, in other words something with a neopixel blade, unlike the models that you seem to be reviewing here which (if i'm not mistaken) all have an RGB blade. Now, would you ever recommend anything with a neopixel blade for light training or is that a no-no in your book?
I ordered my personalized saber from saber forge as a Christmas present and it's still not here. I hate waiting lol. Can't wait to start training with it
I think you would really like sabermachs makaze lightsaber only thing is you need to shorten the blades an inch or two it’s so light the blade weighs it down.
Could you please link where you purchased the shorter Saber blade? I love the double Saber and saberstaff lengths with it. And it is much more acute to the length used by Jedi and force users that used these forms in the lore as well.
Uffff so excellent vid… although not what expected turns out it was better! Also a fan of simple things, I think I’m sure I will check later on the Elegant Weapons lightsabers… Perhaps I watch a little to late this vid cause I just got my first Lightsaber 2 days ago. Still trying to remember all the commands but gotta say I love my saber even so.
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Hello Michelle, many thanks for the review. We will get touch very soon.
Can't wait!
@@michelle-c-smith this is where the fun begins!
Salut les gars, je viens de tomber sur cette vidéo, bien joué ;) ! Belle reconnaissance de la qualité de vos sabres. Et je suis d'accord avec elle, parfaits pour le combat comme pour la choré. À+ ! (Romain de l'ASL SQY)
Go Michelle
Not sure if it's worth mentioning, but this has got to be the most reliable review I have ever seen. Literally a professional entertainer, who performed in some of my favorite films, and actively uses these products. I can't tell you how many gatekeeping, toxic fandom videos are out there. Thank you so much for this, Michelle C. Smith. You are truly a professional badass!❤
Thank you!!
@@michelle-c-smith ❤️
I’ve bought an ultra debe second hand and it works great. Why do you day they are not a good brand?
yeah shes great, only reason i built my own saber. Tried some of her moves, but kept hitting the ceiling and knocking stuff over. got my saber parts form the sabershop.
Turned 45 and needed a hobby. Saw this video, went online and bought one. As soon as it arrives I will watch your videos and start learning to wield a lightsabre! Fingers crossed I can do this.
You can do it!
Any updates? @noodiepatoodie78
And remember kids... NEVER EVER BUY FROM DX SABERS or Ultrasabers. Do even a little bit of research and you'll see why. Kudos to you, Michelle for not repping them
You say that now like 2 plus years too late...
@@XpideRG For you, maybe. But there are still millions that don't know, and that's how both are still in business. Most people that do business with them never heard otherwise. So, no disrespect, but I'll keep trying to spare a few of them that.
or Saber Forge
@@XpideRG same here... my US's are pretty much shelf-trophies now that I switched to kyberlights for a fraction of the cost
@@XpideRG Why not buy from Ultrasabers? From what I've purchased their stuff ain't that bad
I've been a Star Wars fan since I was a child, but I've only ever had maybe one toy saber. Your video has helped me to decide exactly what I'm finally going to get! So informative, thank you!
Which one you getting?
Not only did I love this video *research for my sons first real lightsaber*
but the jazz are ha bangin'
Thank you for the information and excellent production.
This video reminded me of me directing rookie paintballers in beneficial direction in terms of gear for their own game/success
I went to EW to look at their sabers and noticed they are using this video on their page, which is great! I hope they partner with you. You deserve it.
But I like the 2 saber coupling capability of the TXQ. In the end, it's so for show and not melee.
I hope so too!
EW actually sell a coupler for their sabers. So if you have 2 sabers and a coupler... then you also have a staff saber ;)
If they are using your video,they should so partner with you.....
I'm surprised Michelle hasn't had a Star Wars cameo of any kind yet. I hope she makes an appearance in the next movie/show/thing.
never know could come to help out Boba Fett on Tatooine. I do hear he's hiring at the moment
@@CDRhammond Kenobi
She shouldn't have a Cameo.... She should have a whole FREAGIN' show built around her as the main character.
haha no
@@majinvegeta420 KENOBIIIIIIIII!
Michelle, you mentioned how so many brands use the same electronics as the TXQ brand. That is because TXQ is just one of many companies that resell sabers and parts made by the LGT manufacturing company in China using their interchangeable VHC (variable hilt component) parts. It’s not just the electronics that are interchangeable - it’s the metal parts that make up the hilt too. Other resellers of VHC-based sabers in the US include Blu Bul’s Outer Rim Saber Parts, Vire Sabers, and Crimson Dawn, among others.
The great thing about VHC parts is that they are modular and interchangeable, so you can use them to customize the length of the hilt and the balance of the saber, along with the look. You said you like to hold the saber above the switch, not at the bottom of the hilt, and the VHC parts allow you to add more grip length above the switch if you prefer it that way, which I do.
For example, on your TXQ saber you showed that has the royal scepter-looking emitter part where the blade is attached, you could unscrew that emitter from the switch piece and add an extension piece or even a full grip piece above the switch, and then put the emitter piece back on above the new piece (or replace the emitter with a different style). By doing that, you can turn a 10” hilt into 12” or 15” (whatever you want), and you can create a grip in the right spot for better balance. The VHC system gives you a lot of options for customizing the saber to your needs.
Thanks for posting all the great videos!
As beginners, the biggest concern is about the durability, because we will be dropping it A LOT! So what would be your top ones when it comes to durability?
consulaire, its made for fencing, its fully metal and relatively cheap
@cosmologic2283 what about for those of us in the US? I just saw that saber and while I would buy it, it's in France. Is there one more local? What's to stop me from buying an empty ultrasabers hilt or something and using their electronics?
I’ve had good experiences with SaberForge, but I’m also aware I’m lucky in that regard, apparently. And I’d also say they are definitely not spinners because of all the greebling on their handles. That makes them look beautiful, but catches on everything! Great combat sabers, though!
Damn, they're all I've been looking at because I LOVE the modular system
Yeah, Saberforge is definitely at the top of the totem pole for customizable sabers at a very high quality. Durable for combat, but would realistically have to opt for a simple hilt construction for spinning and performance related use. Saberforge is more for show/combar/collection and less about spinning and similar tricks
No way!!! Finally the Adamite Staff from Bendu Armory! Very nice! I'm saving up for one, thank you for your input and info on the saber staff that I want!
Those are definitely good, especially the saberstaff. I went with rebel sabers and while they have that same complicated button feature you can actually just stab fast in any direction and it turns on and you do the same to turn it off. It's so much better than holding the button down for two flashes to turn it off. Builds immersion. My kids have some as well and they love using them outside with me in saber battles
Master Michelle. I like the sound only because I can hear it when I can't see it. People acknowledge me on what I've learned from you. Thank you. - your humble apprentice
Electrum Sabers, local Canadian company (Calgary) and they make them here in Canada too by hand for each order (I will explain why in a bit). They are a bit more showy, more for cosplay, but their tech is unique, they have their own cores and an app on your phone you can control it with. They are reworking their stuff to make a coupler to make saberstaffs, and... (Here's something you will love) you can use some of the Bendu Armory blades (which you can get in varying lengths) to make it more durable for tricks as well as better lengths. They are a little pricier, but they are sturdy as heck, and have customization options like you wouldn't believe, down to how your control panel looks, accent colors and weathering. The Neophyte hilt would probably be your go to, based on lack of bits on it as well as length. I just ordered a Remnant myself and will get a second later to turn into a saberstaff.
PS. Hi George!
Thank you! This is great info!
@@michelle-c-smith I'll tag you on insta when I post pics of the Remnant when it arrives and will point out it's balance point, since I know that is important. Also, I'd reach out to them, maybe they will do a deal with you!
@@Nephanor The option to use an app on your phone to configure the saber, so no more morse code to change colours, turn off sound is exciting! That has bumped Electrum way up my personal shopping list.
@@curgoth Exactly! It's nice to see a company embracing tech like that. But I will warn you, outside of Canada, shipping will cost a lot, and a LONG lead time since they make it all by hand.
@@Nephanor I'm in Toronto, so being Canadian is another plus for me! And, well, it's not like I can go to a gym to practice, nor can I go outside in the snow, so it's not like I could use one right now anyway, so the lead time is less of a problem than it might be otherwise...
My favorite combat saber is the Saber-Trio Arclyte. It's a shorter hilt, but is fantastic with a 32" blade. Sadly they are perpetually sold out. I've been waiting to get a second one for a staff for months...
Great reviews, Michelle! Thank you for doing this! I own 5 bendu sabers (The Kirak, the Obsidian, the Obsidian feldspar shoto, the Ekoa, and the Ekoa feldspar shoto), and I absolutely love them. I've had the obsidian longer than any other saber in my collection, and it is indeed extremely durable. I've dropped it I don't know how many times, and it just keeps on tickin'. The Adamite saber staff is likely going to be my next purchase =)
For the sabers, are they weighted for spinning?
@@hex337 Not by default, no. However, you can order a brass counterweight that's added to the end of the chassis which makes for a better balance point when spinning. That's for the single sabers. For the adamite staff, it will be weighted for spinning "out of the box" so to speak.
@@nitthegrit7544 thank you! Exactly the info I needed.
@@hex337 Most welcome!
@Nit TheGrit I was on the fence on buying, as I'm brand new at this, But seeing this, especially as the obsidian is the one that caught my eye, I just bought one.
I bought the TXQ Luke Skywalker lightsaber for sentimental reasons, even though I'd never spin with it for fear of dropping it and scuffing it up. TXQ does make some of the most affordable sabers out there for spinning and dueling, like you said.
How is the build quality? And which model did you get? I know she said she got her TXQ sabers from aliexpress but they seem to have a whole presence on Amazon, only thing is I cannot find the model Michelle is showing off in the video which is making me suspect it may not be a TXQ as she said she initially wasn't sure of the brand. I'm looking at the TXQ Force FX Saber on amazon, it's currently 36GBP down from 50 (so like 60-65 USD approx) but I absolutely would spin with it. Been at the ol' staff/sword spinning for nearly 10 years now, but only ever with wooden staves or sparring/training swords, but after so long I feel like it's time to play around with some LED gear and get some pretty footage haha but yeah so I'm not that likely to drop it as I hardly drop anymore as long as I'm not getting too crazy, and I'd be double careful with something more fragile like a lightsaber, but I'm still really curious/weary about the build quality of some of these fairly cheap sabers on amazon...
Would super appreciate your opinion! And I'd love to know which model you picked up too! (I know you said Luke Skywalker, but I'm not a starwars person, and I assume that that just means it's the same colour as Luke's one rather than an actual replica of the one in the movie?)
Thank you! :)
@@HeyItsKora I think this review may help you get a sense of the TXQ Luke Skywalker saber: th-cam.com/video/gxDF-EGpATo/w-d-xo.html.
If your intent is solely to spin with a light amount of dueling, I would suggest sticking to the lightweight options Michelle has suggested. You'll have much greater flexibility with your moves. If you want a realistic replica and actually want to spin with a heftier hilt, I would suggest saving up and going the Neopixel route--these are relatively expensive sabers, but feel like actual weapons and the blades are much sturdier for duelling. The TXQ Luke falls into this grey zone where it is good for those who want a somewhat accurate Luke replica saber, but can't afford the Neopixel sabers yet. The saber isn't ideal for heavy spinning or duelling because it's secured to the hilt with very small screws and a short inset length.
Cam agree with this. Have a TXQ Simplified Anakin. 100 percent worth it.
When I play 'jedi: fallen order' I chose a simple blade. The consulaire looks like the one I'd construct.
I'd feel safer with a larger hilt to avoid reaching the blade part
Hi Michelle, thanks for the video! For the Bendu saber, try fast double clicking and holding the button when the saber is off to turn the light on without sound. As someone with a proffie board saber, if they are using a proffie board then that is how you turn it on without sound.
Hi Michelle! Thank you for the buying guide and your review of the sabers. TXQ Sabers representing over here! Lol! Spot on with your review about it. It's cheap and great for beginners or casual saber spinners. Buying experience was good from aliexpress. Customer service was helpful. However, after months of spinning, the saber didn't charge properly and had to replace the battery. It's maybe bad luck that I got a faulty battery. Apart from that, from experience it's durable to drop and it's definitely for beginner or casual saber spinners like me. 😁
Thanks, Thad! Great feedback about TXQ! Thanks for pointing out to me where those sabers came from!!
@@michelle-c-smith Actually they are not from TXQ :D
The battery says SaberStudio, which is short for LGT SaberStudio. Also the soundboard should have "LGT Saberstudio & Darkwolf" written on it somewhere and those printed instruction cards are typical of them. However, the error is understandable, as TXQ and LGT are both chinese saber manufacturers and use the same button & recharge port setup. They once split off of the same mother company (LGTOY). Since then both have improved and adapted their tech and are now seperate and different.
The good thing is though: LGT uses a system of hilt parts, so you can usually disassemble the pieces of the hilt and swap them out between sabers.
Also, the electronic cores can be removed easily and swapped out.
And do check the contacts of the battery. The most common issue with these cheaper chinese sabers is that the battery doesn't make contact properly so it doesn't load correctly and then does not turn on... Just in case you want to try to revive the 3rd saber :D
@NightRunner It depends on the budget. For lower budgets (up to 200$-300$), LGTs baselit soundboard (RGBX) and budget neopixel soundboard (Xenopixel) are better because their smoothswing is definitely superior. Additionally, Xenopixel can change soundfonts and stuff via SD-card, whil TXQs SN-Pixel has a set of 12 soundfonts (which are not too great).
For high budgets and replicas TXQ is better, as their replicas are more accurate (made by 89 sabers), use the same high end soundboards (Proffie or GHv3) and installed have good install quality.
This is absolutely amazing to me. I'm watching someone who should be performing in my favorite movies. Yes Michelle, there is a world where technology can meet the most discerning needs. Proffieboard and cfx have changed the game.
You know, my only concern when picking a lightsaber used to be how comfortable the handle was and how it felt when the blade was going through some insolent little punk, but now that I had found peace and gave up of all that anger (It's amazing what a high fiber/low sodium diet can do for your affinity to the force), I find myself wondering, hey, why not get a cool looking lightsaber. Something in black and silver, Eh? Fancy ;)
I come from a martial arts and fire juggling/dancing background. I was occasionally looking for light sabers from time to time. Your video got recommended at the right time. I think I am going to take a closer look at the EW sabers. Didn't know they existed before I watched your video. Thanks for that one. And a Bendu saber is definitely going to hang on my wall one day.
Now I'm even more excited to get my EW saber- I ordered one a few days ago!
Yay!!!! Let me know how you like it!
I got a pair of lightsabers online, and they are similar to the QFX one at the beginning of your review. I like that they are lightweight and can be easily paired together into a staff, although a staff of about 80" is tough to practice with unless I have more space around me. Even though these are low-end sabers, everybody is impressed when I show them off. :-)
if Disney ever does like a High Republic TV series, they should hire her for choreography. her saber tricks are just a feast for the eyes and although not all of them may be lore friendly, they would definitely make up for the spectacle lost in the sequel trilogy. also, great reviews, as someone who is looking to buy their first saber sometime in the future, knowing the pros and cons is very helpful
Personally, I prefer the Artsabers base-lits. The Simplex V2 is my favorite because it’s relatively affordable it has many features like smooth swing, sound fonts, motion control, etc. It’s also good for heavily dueling and the hilt is plain and clean, making it easy to spin and do tricks with it.
i agree with this 100%
I have the Phasma saber from Zia Sabers. The hilt is amazing, perfectly sized for me and I love the weight. I’ve dropped it countless times and it is so reliable. I really recommend it!
For flow arts, I've been using a Saberforge Aeon Apprentice hilt, which is basically just a cheap but nicely shaped single piece of aluminum, plus some electronics inside that I designed and built myself. It's cheap, ergonomic, sturdy, silent, and has a variety of configurable color patterns.
Mine is pink too. I love how you picked my fav color for sabers. I have a Crimson Dawn saber.
Long hilts are the best. I love the versatility. One handed, or two handed, you can really do a lot with a long hilt.
Oh.My.God. The things you do with those sabers, I'd never think these were even possible. Amazing. Joining the family.
I LOL'd at 5:05 "morse code button taps" :). Thanks for the honest and realistic video! I'm a mid-aged techie in the early phases of researching this subject and the overall signal-to-noise on this topic is atrocious. Quite daunting to wade through all of the junk and shills out there but your video here stands out among the few I can count on one hand that have proven valuable. Thanks again Michelle for your knowledge and bad-ass prowess!
Hiya, i just bought a TXQ sabre for my wife. Its the Luke VI hilt with Neopixel blade and 2.2 Proffie board . It worked out at $450 NZ approximately $225 US, They were having a sale with 30% off so it was a pretty great deal. It is without doubt an amazing lightsabre for a lot less than you would expect to pay especially considering the 2.2 proffie board that allows you to write your own code to fine-tune your own personal sound options from start up , clash on clash, tip drag and on and on and on. Comes with a 32G sd card to save everything on to. They have as an option the Luke ROTJ, that has the true look of Luke's saber from episode 6. However the Luke VI version that i went for has a significant lack of clutter on the hilt which makes it easier for beginners learning to spin. These Sabres are available in RGB, Zenopixel and the 2 2 Proffie boards for all your different needs whether you want to duel, spin or just for collection. The support team at TXQ are so very helpful they put to shame some of the store staff I have encountered in bricks and morter stores . All in all they provide amazing products at incredibly cheap prices. Thank you for your amazing review in this vid and your lessons in staff work.Cheers Lee from NZ.
They just always have a 30% sale so its not really a sale
I am a big fan of your work! You inspired me to start making my own videos. You are the goddess of lightsaber spinning ; )
I got a Mysterybox saber from Ultrasabers and it wasn't terrible. I wouldn't do it again lol but I got a decent hilt, no sound, red blade
I've ordered a few times from Lightsaber FX and their sabers are amazing quality, based in Europe and the USA. shipping was super fast too!
You can't make a to long video. Your AAA numbers are off the charts! Amazing Awesome Appealing! Got my subscription. I am in market for 2 quality sabers. Glad I chose this vid. Thanks!
I went to Darkwolf custom sabers and got their "Tavros" saber. It's a semi-thin neck style of saber that has good balance with a 32 inch neo pixel blade.
Меня впечатлили такие спортивные навыки👍 да и в целом шоу выглядит эффектно🤟
I had no idea how badly I needed a saber staff 😦 that looks amazing!! Like I already thought spinning was ridiculously cool and then it just got one upped! That’s amazing! That’s a skill I’d like to develop
I bought mine from west coast sabers, great variety and good price points. Good guys to deal with
Jedi Master Michelle may the force be with you👍 awsome video
Michelle needs her own Disney+ Star Wars spin-off show! Right this very moment!
@FuzzyBunnyRainbow Just wanna thank you for your warning againt buying DX SABERS and ULTRASABERS. After 2 years your message still helps people until today.😊
Good job! I want to get into spinning and you convinced me to get a stunt saber from Elegant Sabers. I am excited.
So glad you made this! Getting into spinning and I’m really keen on a Sabre but I don’t want to just buy one without knowing what to look for ❤️🔥 kinda keen to make one myself maybe after a legit one so I know what I want
Anyone else think she would make an excellent Mara Jade if Disney ever brings that character into the film/TV show canon? Anyhow haha amazing review! Really appreciated the detailed info 👍
Michelle: gives great lightsaber advice.
Also michelle: *casual lightsaber spinning noises*
Came for the recommendations, surprised by the epic lightsaber skills!
I would love to see you team up with Corridor Digital to make an awesome Jedi fight scene short film with all of these lightsaber tricks you do.
Personally padawan outpost is a brilliant first choice if you're looking to get into lightsaber spinning/duelling. They are cheap but well made and I highly recommend them
Michelle you are so Awesome with the Lightsaber! And your sabers are cool..!
I'm a juggler and have been interesting in purchasing a lightsabre. Awesome video, I think these kinds of reviews are super helpful. :3
Amazing! Thank you! I’ve been searching and researching and banging my head against a wall trying to figure out which brand of lightsaber to buy and I’ve come close a few times but then I read a couple bad reviews and I just don’t want to spend the money on something I’m not sure is even going to work. Thank you so much for this review!! Definitely going to check out EW sabers.
I am super impressed and happy with my Imperial Workshop lightsaber. Perfect for spinning.
On the ones you have to do the "morse code" on, that is mainly for the setup, or to change settings. in use, you can have it set to where you dont even have to use the button to ignite/retract the saber, but you do need a higher end control board for that, like the Golden Harvest or Proffie boards. You can have them ignite/retract by gesture control, i.e. on swing, on twist, on thrust. but that might not be good for spinning, as you might inadvertently turn it off/on. and you can set the volume on them, so there is no sound, if you like.
Also, and i know this isn't for your use case, the different blade types make a huge difference in how the saber will look. the basic, base-lit sabers are basically flashlights with a clear plastic tube on them, so can only do the very basic lighting effects. The Pixel style blades (each company calls them something different: Neopixel, Xenopixel, SN-Pixel, etc) have LED strips the length of the blade, which is how they can do the more "fancy" blade effects like a wave style, flame blade, etc. Which, for show, can produce great results, like a slow blade extend on ignition for dramatic effect, instead of the instant on. If youre spinning and just want a blade that is "on", it is overkill for sure. I will say that a flame effect blade style would add to spinning, as the lit blade length is dynamic, depending on the orientation of the saber, it follows fire physics.
Also, most sabers are bottom heavy because that is where the battery and the speaker are, with most of the rest being aluminum.
Personally, I have the Enforcer from Crimson Dawn, with the Golden Harvest v3 board inside and Pixel blade, and I love it.
Thank you for the review, Michelle! If you need help programming the staff and getting those sounds to mute, let us know!
Hello Badass family, my personal choice is the Polaris from LamaDiLuce.
It's the official combat saber of LudoSport, the worldwide lightsaber sport community.
It's a nice piece of engineering. You can adjust the weight AND the LENGTH of the hilt! They have different sizes of blades and you can mount two hilts together to make a staff.
Michelle, I would love to hear your review of they sabers.
Spoiler: the silent mode it's just one "tap" (they have no push buttons :)
I’m shocked to see that nobody has mentioned Saberspro. I just ordered my saber from them and excited for it.
Wow, thank you for supporting us TXQSABER!
Your lightsaber skills are better than anyone from the newer Star Wars films.
Thank you for the amazing and thorough reviews. This is exactly what I was looking for
Bought a TXQ saber from Amazon, 75 bucks. Definitely a solid first step into sabers (not counting my galaxys edge anakin saber) you can tell if it's txq by the batter inside. It'll have that labeled on the battery.
Where do I get a staff for practicing purposes? Do you have any recommendations?
Currently planning to buy a broom and snap the top off lol
Just found your channel after I've been shopping around for a new saber, really helpful.
Absolute Goddess. So pretty, so talented.
OMG...this is awesome. George! I used to have an orange tabby named George too!
Thanks, your opinion helped me out. That carbon fibre one is a real work of art 💯💯
Love this so much!
But where did you find the quarter-circle storage bin in the background? I've been looking for something like that and the closest I've found are flimsy laundry hampers.
Lamadiluce do sabers made for ludosport combat. Completely modular in size and shape. Aswell as being able to add extra weight to balance out the hilt. Software is still in early development though.
Whut! Googling...these are great! Have you tested them? How good are the gloves? I was looking at lacrosse gloves but these look way less bulky... do they offer good protection?
Best brand for a budget under 100€ a nice battle worthy and really really strong ( like hard to break intentionally)
The brand is : SabrNeo ( specially the Warrior 7 ) cost 89€ and really the Beste price / quality
Fantastic advice! Thank you very much. Thinking about getting a lightsaber and messing around with one soon.
Always love flashy lightsaber moves. I do have to admit I love more the people that try this in actual sparring.
Gonna want something that can drop to the ground then haha
Great thank you on pointing out the utter impracticality of putting sharp edged bulky features and structures on a hilt of sword..(Fanbased vanity and ignorance combined) ..If you look at the hilt of a Kitana, it has a crossed woven fabric that is durable and elegant that is made for actual fighting. I just wish some of the manufactures would create a fabric woven hilt that is practical for dueling....
I enjoy my Flo Saber. They are a bit harder to get as they don't make them often, but they are designed to be balanced for flow and are stupid durrable stunt sabers
Would be great if you showed where the center of balance was on each blade....and what you recommend for what you do.
Thanks,love your videos,as both a spinner and chinese martial artist.
Thanks for the video, I just put in an order for an EW saber. The shipping was really pricey coming into the united states but hopefully it'll be worth it
Man you’re the coolest girl ever!!
Wow you are amazing thank you for the reviews because I am looking for a Saber for my granddaughter who I just introduced to Star wars for her 5th birthday.
It's interesting to compare the EW saber with the others. Most of them seem aimed at Cosplay, the EW is a piece of sporting equipment. My brother and his wife have a few sabers. I think they're ForceFX, and as decor pieces, none of them get any use. Not really sure how well they'd handle being spun anyway.
It's fun to watch folks who are good at it, though. Don't have the space myself.
Many thanks beautiful Michelle, you are amazing! That Elegamt Weapons Consulaire lightsaber is very cool!
I've had good luck with Crimson Dawn sabers, baselit are great for spinning while neopixel sabers are good for effects
We got the cheap sabers for Emerald City Comic Con. We had great fun learning to spin and the connector is great.
Super awesome and helpful buying guide!! Thank you 😊
Vader's Vault is 100% my favorite but I acknowledge they're probably not what one would realistically consider for this sort of use. Particularly for the price you pay for them lol
I have seen that "SaberTheory" has alot of nice sabers but I was wondering if you could maybe buy some of them and test em out?, Great video, keep the amazing work up!
An absolute delight and the nerd in me is loving it! Out of curiosity do you have any FMA training because I see some movements that are used there? Love the video!
Thank you so much, Michelle! As a huge Star Wars fan, I've been learning with your course and I love it so much. I've been looking into buying a sober and this is probably the most helpful thing I've seen. One quick question - I've got my eye on the EW Consulaire, but I'm wondering whether or not to get the 52cm blade or the 82cm blade - which one would you recommend for staff-spinning work? Is the 82cm too long to manoeuvre comfortably?
it would be 82 cm on each side. so yes it would be extremely long. it all depends on how strong ur wrist muscles are and how much practice you have with double sided sabers. if u are just starting, i would reccomend the 52 but if 62 is an option i would go with 62 as a starter.
I just got my first Damien XenoPixel Lightsaber it is so cool!
Bendu armory is SOOO clean because they use carbon fiber hilts... 100% recommend if you can afford, especially for combat sabers
I do love my EW sabre, so I'm right there with you Michelle. Yes
Woot!! Yay for new lightsabers!!
Hey Michelle, your skills are astonishing. I'm joining the family today! ❤️
But i havent purchased the lightsaber yet and i'm like mad for the past 3 days going thru all the lightsaber videos and those companies websites, and so far i seem to be interested in something more movie-like, in other words something with a neopixel blade, unlike the models that you seem to be reviewing here which (if i'm not mistaken) all have an RGB blade.
Now, would you ever recommend anything with a neopixel blade for light training or is that a no-no in your book?
I ordered my personalized saber from saber forge as a Christmas present and it's still not here. I hate waiting lol. Can't wait to start training with it
so this is what Mara Jade does in her freetime besides kickin ass with Luke :-D amazing skills and super helpfull for my future lightsaber exp.
I think you would really like sabermachs makaze lightsaber only thing is you need to shorten the blades an inch or two it’s so light the blade weighs it down.
Could you please link where you purchased the shorter Saber blade? I love the double Saber and saberstaff lengths with it. And it is much more acute to the length used by Jedi and force users that used these forms in the lore as well.
I have to sabers from Ultrasabers! They are beautifully made and so many hilt options. And they are not very expensive at all.
Uffff so excellent vid… although not what expected turns out it was better!
Also a fan of simple things, I think I’m sure I will check later on the Elegant Weapons lightsabers…
Perhaps I watch a little to late this vid cause I just got my first Lightsaber 2 days ago. Still trying to remember all the commands but gotta say I love my saber even so.