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New subscriber here 😊. Ask ko lang po sir mas dumali po ba mag combo nung nag modified kayo ng stock hayabusa lever or halos same lang po? Saan po kayo nakabili ng pang mod ng lever? TIA 😊
Welcome to the fam! Yes combos are are easier to do, especially those requiring circular motion like 360 or double QCF because of the octagonal restrictor gate, and the pivot became way more smoother because of the Otto V5 mod.
Thanks fam. Do let me know how that setup feel like with tekken. I currently have another stick for TK; using GF buttons and a hayabusa modded with an OTTO v2 korean lever mod.
@@smaaashtv again thank you also got those quanba buttons in my cart the hori alpha buttons just too darn loud for me and I’ve had mine fight stick since March
Hi, may i ask how did you create your artwork and the printing of it? I just changed the whole button to Sanwa and the lever from Hayabusa to Sanwa JLX. The feel is very different from Hayabusa!
I gotchu fam! I created the artwork using PSD template from focusattack.com ( focusattack.com/artwork-print-and-cut-for-hori-fightstick-alpha-read-description/ ) - then created the artwork in photoshop (you can use open source software like GIMP) then went to a print shop and had it printed in A3 artcard (or you could have it printed with FA). Yup, sanwas feel different form hayabusa buttons and lever, I suggest you experiment with other brands as well and don't eb afraid to mix and match so you can find your 'sweet spot'.
Thanks man, I appreciate it. I was skeptical at first with the OTTO v5, especially because of the total cost of the mods including the steel core, thinking that the Hayabusa pivot is already smoother than sanwas (at least imho). To my surprise, the otto mod with the steel core really is that much smoother - I can barely feel friction in the pivot. And with the wider actuators and octagate, it gave me that short throw that I was looking for. It’s so much easier now to do 720s and double QCFs, compared to riding the square gate with the stock hayabusa. Also so much quieter 😊
Outstanding video! I got this stick on its way in a couple days, can’t wait to start using some of your mod ideas! Quick question, the 8 way restrict or gate you used, how has its performance been? I’ve seen threads saying that sanwa 8gates don’t fit hyabusa sticks well. Just wanted to see if you’ve had any issues, if not I’d like to try one out! I’ve got an Obsidian and cancelling Blankas level 3 super from a Blanka ball has proved problematic for me on player one side, I’d like to see if adding the 8 gate will help improve my execution.
Thanks fam! Glad you liked the video. I used the sanwa 8-way gate because it was compatible with the OTTO DIY v5 mod. If you're planning to use the stock hayabusa lever, you can get a Kowal Hayabusa 8-way gate from FocusAttack.com As for using the 8-way gate, as I main Zangief it's really good for circular motions and QCF or double QCF. But as I started playing charge characters (Guile & Honda); I notice that I've been having a hard time properly hitting corner directional inputs with it (especially with bigger sized actuators). So right now, instead of reverting back to the square gate, I'm experimenting with the OTTO DIY with the included rounded square gate and the 12mm actuators -- so far I find it as the perfect balance with my grip without needing to change gates between different characters I play. What I realized with the 8-way gate is that if you ride your lever against it when you do motion inputs, this will work best for you. But if you have a light grip and have more control and do not ride the gate too much, then something more open like the square gate (or rounded square ones) will give you more freedom with your movement. Hope this helps.
@@smaaashtv bro thank you so much for the reply this information is amazing and I’m definitely going to try out your recommendations. I’ve been a Blanka main for years, and on my obsidian I have no issues doing a super that’s b,f,b,f+p (I play super street fighter 2x on fightcade a good bit). But man since they changed his super to qcf,qcf+p trying to do that super isn’t a problem except for cancelling from his Blanka ball. And what’s super annoying Is I only have the problem with execution from player one side, player 2 side has no issues for me!
Yeah I get you bro, I was quite taken aback when I found out that honda’s hundred handslap is a motion input now. But I guess it’s just a matter of adjustment. I suggest you try out different setups for your fightstck till you find one you’re most comfortable with.
Here you go bro: support.focusattack.com/hc/en-us/articles/207447753-Control-Panel-Templates it's a PSD file for your fight stick that you can customize.
I’m going to get the street fighter edition, literally only because of the sides that have purple and the street fighter logo, and I’ll switch the art work to something not involving anime or fighting game characters Also how would you compare the buttons to sanwa or seimitsu?
I actually wanted the SF version as well, it's just that I can't justify the extra ~$150 in cost just for the SF branding - but yeah, the purple accents are lit. Button preferences is very subjective; I personally don't like how Sanwas feel too 'deep' and require more actuation force compared to hayabusas or gamerfingers, as for seimitsu I just don't like how loud they are. At the moment, I'm exclusively using either gamerfingers or qanba gravity ks for my fightsticks. Hope this helps.
I have a question. I want buy to Hori Alpha Stick for my XBOX, and put CardiMod WASD instead of lever, but there is originally 6 pin connector connected to 5 pin lever. Somebody maybe know that is it work like normal 5 pin conector? I just wanna put CardiMod WASD on this but I am not sure that fit here, maybe somebody here made it before on this stick. I saw that some ppl did it on PS5 version of that stick but I am not sure that will work the same on Hori Alpha for XBOX.
If the mod works for the PS5 Alpha, it should also work with the Xbox version. I also have a 6-pin Hori Rap V silent that uses a 5-pin lever mod which works perfectly. Hope this helps.
Nope, I’ve actually changed a lot. The parts I’ve used from the original hayabusa lever are the following: mounting plate, microswitches, spring base, spring and the e-clip. Everything else were modded.
@@smaaashtv y no es mejor cambiarlo directamente por un stick sanwa en vez de cambiar todas las piezas o no se puede??? Yo quiero cambiarlo pero cambiaria el stick entero
@@kongsnakekong5690 to be honest I prefer hayabusa lever setup over sanwa. But the reason I opted to mod this because I wanted to try the OTTO DIY v5 with the steel core and teflon pivot (which is so much smoother than stock), as featured in the video at 7:04 - unfortunately this is the only way to do this for both sanwa and hori levers
You’ve done a really nice job with it, the artwork and buttons 👌 Got a few questions if that’s ok? I’ve got the Hori Alpha too and find the range of motion/travel on the stick to be a little too much. Would installing the v5 reduce the range at all?? I prefer the 4 way gate so wouldn’t want to change this but wondering if there’s a better 4 way gate for the Hayabusa? Or would I be better off swapping the stick to something else?
I think the v5 itself doesn't change the range of motion at all, what the v5 has are extra sets of thicker actuators that can shorten the lever throw - if that's what you're looking for (although most other levers do offer bigger actuators as well, you can buy them off from FA or AS). As for the octa gate, I've actually returned to using the rounded square gate of the v5, It's easier for me to hit the corners and I'm so used to it from playing a lot of tekken. Hope this helps. Cheers!
There's actually an octo-gate mod for the Hayabusa levers: amzn.to/3PktvfF I believe arcadeshock and focusattack also sells something similar. Hope this helps.
I feel you man, a lot of the mods are hard to get by outside the US - for myself I do find these available to ship to Singapore from locally available online stores in Shopee and Lazada, you just gotta dig deep with the search terms, because most of the sellers don't know how to tag their items properly in English. For example, if you wanna search lever mods from Chinese sellers try adding 'Rocker' to your search words - don't ask me why, it just works ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
The link points to red 30mm, though in the options they have 24mm size and color options as well (the name and photo will show you which option you chose).
Same features as the SF6 edition except for a few details like the SF6 edition gives you access to official SF6 artwork downloads for the panel artwork, colored buttons, cabinet lock and side panels. Otherwise all other features should be the same. Hope this helps.
you dont need 8 buttons for SF6... low punch and low kick for example are to grab mid punch and kick parry and so on... you only need 6 buttons! put away the legos! 😂
Fundamentally players don’t need the extra 2 buttons; but it’ll be a waste to not use shortcut buttons that are already part of the system. Case in point; pro Japanese players using sticks with the drive parry shortcut button placed below LK so it’s easily accessible by the thumb. It’s just way too optimal to not use because you can’t buffer button presses in SF6 like in TK7. I’ll put away my legos when the d-brake starts shipping to Singapore 😂
Very interesting take. Would you mind sharing which Hori fight stick got you really disappointed with the hayabusa parts and which attributes you dislike about ‘em?
@@smaaashtv I have the Hori RAP N Hayabusa for the PS3 and the PS4 and I am not a fan of the hayabusa parts because the lever is really loose and the buttons are oversensitive.
@@TheRealDustinNunnisn’t that more of a preference thing rather than the parts themselves being junk? Don’t get me wrong, I prefer a Sanwa with 2lb spring and Crown mechanical buttons(or similar ) all day but that doesn’t make other parts trash…
While I do agree that the hayabusa lever is loose compared to sanwas, I do believe there are players who prefer the lesser tension (especially for 2D fighters). This can be easily adjusted by switching to higher tension springs - I do wish though that Hori would offer a similar modding kit like the JLF pro. It would be nice to have more options for the hayabusa. As for the buttons, I actually prefer the hayabusa’s lower actuation force and short throw, since I’m light with my presses and can rest my fingers on them without accidental inputs. Although they are really loud for night gaming, that’s why I use GFs and Qanba Gravity KSs. I’ve also tried the RAP N before, I’m not sure why, but even though it has the same layout as the Alpha - I wasn’t comfortable with it. Though didn’t Angry Bird FGC won the SF6 EVO using that stick?
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Now its 99,923 lol see you out there online!!!! Loved the vid
Thank you so much!
New subscriber here 😊. Ask ko lang po sir mas dumali po ba mag combo nung nag modified kayo ng stock hayabusa lever or halos same lang po? Saan po kayo nakabili ng pang mod ng lever? TIA 😊
Saan po kayo nakabili ng otto diy v5? 😊
Welcome to the fam! Yes combos are are easier to do, especially those requiring circular motion like 360 or double QCF because of the octagonal restrictor gate, and the pivot became way more smoother because of the Otto V5 mod.
The editing and verbal narration are top notch!!
Thanks Mark, gotta a long way to go but I try 😊
I love how you used a lego brick for the D brake. Reminds me of how my father will macgyver his tools so its custom for him
Hahaha, I guess that’s just how we dads and 80s/90s kids roll.
Oh thank you for this. I needed this for my own Hori Alpha.
Glad I could help!
Great job on the mod and detailed video!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.
Nice mod I mostly play tekken so I went the qanba gravity ks button and a IST Alpha N lever for my hori.
Thanks fam. Do let me know how that setup feel like with tekken. I currently have another stick for TK; using GF buttons and a hayabusa modded with an OTTO v2 korean lever mod.
Excellent video I have this exact same fight stick and I wanted to customize and make it a lot more quite and thank you for the links !!
Thanks fam, glad you liked the vid.
@@smaaashtv again thank you also got those quanba buttons in my cart the hori alpha buttons just too darn loud for me and I’ve had mine fight stick since March
Quick question where did you find the art work i main zangief as well till akuma comes out but I’d love to get one like that of akuma
I searched for 4K wallpapers of Zangief then edited it a bit.
I’m sure you’ll love ‘em qanbas. 👍
Nice looks like a quanba obsidian now great video.
Thanks fam! It does look like the obsidian with the chrome balltop, doesn't it?
super clean, nice stuff
Thanks fam, I appreciate it.
That empty slot is more than likely for a wireless dongle with plans to have a wireless version that either fell through, or hasn't happened yet.
Oh I haven’t thought of that at all, it would’ve been nice to have such an option.
I wonder if the guy who sells this D-brake buttons in Etsy got the idea from here or the other way around. Anyway, it’s a great idea.
The idea’s definitely from @CheatboxProject do visit his etsy store and on x to support his D-brake project.
Great vid, where did you get those street fighter 6 stickers
You mean the logos? They're part of the panel artwork I made.
Great video 🎉
Thanks fam, I appreciate it.
Hi, may i ask how did you create your artwork and the printing of it? I just changed the whole button to Sanwa and the lever from Hayabusa to Sanwa JLX. The feel is very different from Hayabusa!
I gotchu fam! I created the artwork using PSD template from focusattack.com ( focusattack.com/artwork-print-and-cut-for-hori-fightstick-alpha-read-description/ ) - then created the artwork in photoshop (you can use open source software like GIMP) then went to a print shop and had it printed in A3 artcard (or you could have it printed with FA).
Yup, sanwas feel different form hayabusa buttons and lever, I suggest you experiment with other brands as well and don't eb afraid to mix and match so you can find your 'sweet spot'.
Good stuff
Thanks fam, I appreciate it.
Nicely done. So how does the stick lever feel now with all the changes you made? Quicker actuation? Any issues?
Thanks man, I appreciate it. I was skeptical at first with the OTTO v5, especially because of the total cost of the mods including the steel core, thinking that the Hayabusa pivot is already smoother than sanwas (at least imho).
To my surprise, the otto mod with the steel core really is that much smoother - I can barely feel friction in the pivot. And with the wider actuators and octagate, it gave me that short throw that I was looking for. It’s so much easier now to do 720s and double QCFs, compared to riding the square gate with the stock hayabusa. Also so much quieter 😊
@@smaaashtv awesome Man. I’ll have to give them a try. 👍🏻
Outstanding video! I got this stick on its way in a couple days, can’t wait to start using some of your mod ideas! Quick question, the 8 way restrict or gate you used, how has its performance been? I’ve seen threads saying that sanwa 8gates don’t fit hyabusa sticks well. Just wanted to see if you’ve had any issues, if not I’d like to try one out! I’ve got an Obsidian and cancelling Blankas level 3 super from a Blanka ball has proved problematic for me on player one side, I’d like to see if adding the 8 gate will help improve my execution.
Thanks fam! Glad you liked the video.
I used the sanwa 8-way gate because it was compatible with the OTTO DIY v5 mod. If you're planning to use the stock hayabusa lever, you can get a Kowal Hayabusa 8-way gate from FocusAttack.com
As for using the 8-way gate, as I main Zangief it's really good for circular motions and QCF or double QCF. But as I started playing charge characters (Guile & Honda); I notice that I've been having a hard time properly hitting corner directional inputs with it (especially with bigger sized actuators). So right now, instead of reverting back to the square gate, I'm experimenting with the OTTO DIY with the included rounded square gate and the 12mm actuators -- so far I find it as the perfect balance with my grip without needing to change gates between different characters I play.
What I realized with the 8-way gate is that if you ride your lever against it when you do motion inputs, this will work best for you. But if you have a light grip and have more control and do not ride the gate too much, then something more open like the square gate (or rounded square ones) will give you more freedom with your movement.
Hope this helps.
@@smaaashtv bro thank you so much for the reply this information is amazing and I’m definitely going to try out your recommendations. I’ve been a Blanka main for years, and on my obsidian I have no issues doing a super that’s b,f,b,f+p (I play super street fighter 2x on fightcade a good bit). But man since they changed his super to qcf,qcf+p trying to do that super isn’t a problem except for cancelling from his Blanka ball. And what’s super annoying Is I only have the problem with execution from player one side, player 2 side has no issues for me!
Yeah I get you bro, I was quite taken aback when I found out that honda’s hundred handslap is a motion input now. But I guess it’s just a matter of adjustment. I suggest you try out different setups for your fightstck till you find one you’re most comfortable with.
Nice video dude
Thanks fam, glad you enjoyed it.
@@smaaashtv Btw. Do you have a link to the fight attack template? I tried looking for it but couldn't find it. Is it a PDF or image file?
Here you go bro: support.focusattack.com/hc/en-us/articles/207447753-Control-Panel-Templates it's a PSD file for your fight stick that you can customize.
I’m going to get the street fighter edition, literally only because of the sides that have purple and the street fighter logo, and I’ll switch the art work to something not involving anime or fighting game characters
Also how would you compare the buttons to sanwa or seimitsu?
I actually wanted the SF version as well, it's just that I can't justify the extra ~$150 in cost just for the SF branding - but yeah, the purple accents are lit.
Button preferences is very subjective; I personally don't like how Sanwas feel too 'deep' and require more actuation force compared to hayabusas or gamerfingers, as for seimitsu I just don't like how loud they are. At the moment, I'm exclusively using either gamerfingers or qanba gravity ks for my fightsticks.
Hope this helps.
Quiet arcade buttons? :) Nooo! I wanna hear those loud microswitch clicks! :)
That’ll wake my kids up and probably doom me to a life of celibacy. 🤣🤣🤣
I have a question. I want buy to Hori Alpha Stick for my XBOX, and put CardiMod WASD instead of lever, but there is originally 6 pin connector connected to 5 pin lever. Somebody maybe know that is it work like normal 5 pin conector? I just wanna put CardiMod WASD on this but I am not sure that fit here, maybe somebody here made it before on this stick. I saw that some ppl did it on PS5 version of that stick but I am not sure that will work the same on Hori Alpha for XBOX.
If the mod works for the PS5 Alpha, it should also work with the Xbox version. I also have a 6-pin Hori Rap V silent that uses a 5-pin lever mod which works perfectly. Hope this helps.
El stick es el mismo que trae de serie? Unicamente le has cambiado el restrictor por uno octogonal sanwa???
Nope, I’ve actually changed a lot. The parts I’ve used from the original hayabusa lever are the following: mounting plate, microswitches, spring base, spring and the e-clip. Everything else were modded.
@@smaaashtv y no es mejor cambiarlo directamente por un stick sanwa en vez de cambiar todas las piezas o no se puede??? Yo quiero cambiarlo pero cambiaria el stick entero
@@kongsnakekong5690 to be honest I prefer hayabusa lever setup over sanwa. But the reason I opted to mod this because I wanted to try the OTTO DIY v5 with the steel core and teflon pivot (which is so much smoother than stock), as featured in the video at 7:04 - unfortunately this is the only way to do this for both sanwa and hori levers
Nice modding
Thanks Fam, I appreciate it. I’m only missing the hitbox COMBO extension button mod then I think I’m all set with this stick.
You’ve done a really nice job with it, the artwork and buttons 👌
Got a few questions if that’s ok?
I’ve got the Hori Alpha too and find the range of motion/travel on the stick to be a little too much. Would installing the v5 reduce the range at all?? I prefer the 4 way gate so wouldn’t want to change this but wondering if there’s a better 4 way gate for the Hayabusa? Or would I be better off swapping the stick to something else?
I think the v5 itself doesn't change the range of motion at all, what the v5 has are extra sets of thicker actuators that can shorten the lever throw - if that's what you're looking for (although most other levers do offer bigger actuators as well, you can buy them off from FA or AS). As for the octa gate, I've actually returned to using the rounded square gate of the v5, It's easier for me to hit the corners and I'm so used to it from playing a lot of tekken. Hope this helps. Cheers!
i need that octagon gate mod D: why dont they offer a easy solution instead of having to switch everything -.-
There's actually an octo-gate mod for the Hayabusa levers:
amzn.to/3PktvfF
I believe arcadeshock and focusattack also sells something similar.
Hope this helps.
@htv thanks, its good to know that it exists but, its not on my amazon. Im not from america.
I feel you man, a lot of the mods are hard to get by outside the US - for myself I do find these available to ship to Singapore from locally available online stores in Shopee and Lazada, you just gotta dig deep with the search terms, because most of the sellers don't know how to tag their items properly in English. For example, if you wanna search lever mods from Chinese sellers try adding 'Rocker' to your search words - don't ask me why, it just works ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
@@smaaashtv i ordered the Kowal model now, apparently that fits? idk i hope it does.
Hope it works out for you fam!
Do we have a time schedule on your live stream in fb bro?
No hard schedule, but when I do find time to play I go live around 1pm ET / 1am SGT. You know how we gamer dads roll 😂
You mind doing a sound test? I wanna hear how loud the gravities are inside this stick
Sure Joseph, that’s a great idea for a follow up vid. Thanks fam.
Hi Joseph, here's the sound test video:
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Would really appreciate if you could help a brotha out by subscribing ;)
Question the button size is 30 mm right ? I order 24 on accident but wanted to make sure it was 30 mm
The link points to red 30mm, though in the options they have 24mm size and color options as well (the name and photo will show you which option you chose).
@@smaaashtv so the main 8 buttons at 30 mm right ?
@@elgineltrainfoster yes, I believe they sell the 24mm as a dozen and 30mm as a box of 8.
@@smaaashtv thank you 🙏🏽
What's the best way to cut out the artwork?
I had mine laser printed on A3 then used an X-acto knife to cut out the artwork.
Is this the same one and features for the SF6 edition?
Same features as the SF6 edition except for a few details like the SF6 edition gives you access to official SF6 artwork downloads for the panel artwork, colored buttons, cabinet lock and side panels. Otherwise all other features should be the same. Hope this helps.
@@smaaashtv Thank you very much on
this!
where did you get that washer?
I got the custom dust washer from focusattack.com
everything was fine until the lego part lmao
FYI, finally upgraded to the D-brake tho ;)
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you dont need 8 buttons for SF6... low punch and low kick for example are to grab mid punch and kick parry and so on... you only need 6 buttons! put away the legos! 😂
Fundamentally players don’t need the extra 2 buttons; but it’ll be a waste to not use shortcut buttons that are already part of the system. Case in point; pro Japanese players using sticks with the drive parry shortcut button placed below LK so it’s easily accessible by the thumb. It’s just way too optimal to not use because you can’t buffer button presses in SF6 like in TK7.
I’ll put away my legos when the d-brake starts shipping to Singapore 😂
I never was a fan of Hori's Hayabusa parts. They are nothing but junk.
Very interesting take. Would you mind sharing which Hori fight stick got you really disappointed with the hayabusa parts and which attributes you dislike about ‘em?
@@smaaashtv I have the Hori RAP N Hayabusa for the PS3 and the PS4 and I am not a fan of the hayabusa parts because the lever is really loose and the buttons are oversensitive.
@@TheRealDustinNunnisn’t that more of a preference thing rather than the parts themselves being junk? Don’t get me wrong, I prefer a Sanwa with 2lb spring and Crown mechanical buttons(or similar ) all day but that doesn’t make other parts trash…
While I do agree that the hayabusa lever is loose compared to sanwas, I do believe there are players who prefer the lesser tension (especially for 2D fighters). This can be easily adjusted by switching to higher tension springs - I do wish though that Hori would offer a similar modding kit like the JLF pro. It would be nice to have more options for the hayabusa.
As for the buttons, I actually prefer the hayabusa’s lower actuation force and short throw, since I’m light with my presses and can rest my fingers on them without accidental inputs. Although they are really loud for night gaming, that’s why I use GFs and Qanba Gravity KSs.
I’ve also tried the RAP N before, I’m not sure why, but even though it has the same layout as the Alpha - I wasn’t comfortable with it. Though didn’t Angry Bird FGC won the SF6 EVO using that stick?
Show me your results? This is an amateur opinion until proven otherwise.