tremoloman2006 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Just a head's up for those who are looking for new paddles and joysticks: ATARI Paddle Controllers ($19.99 a set) ATARI Joystick Controller (wired) ($16.99 each) I bought a few sets of paddles and they work awesome on my original Atari systems. -Trem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+SpiceWare Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 (edited) Darn, could have saved $5 per pair - I ordered paddles from Amazon this weekend and they've already shipped. The joysticks say out of stock. Edited March 19, 2013 by SpiceWare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Does anyone know if these Flashback 3/4 joysticks are the same as those that shipped with the Flashback 2/2+? Those are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almightytodd Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Does anyone know if these Flashback 3/4 joysticks are the same as those that shipped with the Flashback 2/2+? Those are great. No, they are not. The Flashback 2 and 2+ consoles and controllers were done by Legacy Engineering and are of generally higher quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tremoloman2006 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 The joysticks for sale here are still very good. They have a little bit more play in them compared to the FB2 models. I bought a pair and I'm happy with them. As for the new paddles... I LOVE THEM!!! :lust: I ordered 3 more sets yesterday. I don't know about the joysticks being out of stock. I just checked and they are still listed as available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+SpiceWare Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I don't know about the joysticks being out of stock. I just checked and they are still listed as available. It has this at the bottom of the page:This item is currently out of stock. If you would like to place back order, please be advised that the lead time could be as long as one month.Possibly it's left over text on the page. How much was shipping? I may not have overspent by that much at Amazon as I have Prime so the shipping was $0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tremoloman2006 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 It has this at the bottom of the page: Possibly it's left over text on the page. Oh... I see that message now. When I posted the initial post, it did not display that. I guess they have gone out of stock again on the joysticks. To be honest, the paddles are really what are worth getting here anyway. They let you order them for the next batch that is due soon most likely. How much was shipping? I may not have overspent by that much at Amazon as I have Prime so the shipping was $0. Shipping is 20% of your order price so if you paid $0 then it is about the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tremoloman2006 Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) Bumping an old topic as these are back in stock again! The prices have gone down a couple of bucks since my initial post. STOCK UP!!! Paddle controllers: $18.99 Wired Joysticks: $14.99 Edited February 26, 2014 by tremoloman2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atari_envy Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Ordered the paddles to give them a try. Shipping was $5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynxpro Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Are the paddles decent when compared to the originals? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecrypticodor Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Is the plastic stronger on them over the originals? The plastic on the original paddles would chip and crack if you looked at them the wrong way. That would be the only benefit over just cleaning or replacing the pots on a original pair that I can think of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wickeycolumbus Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Those paddles are tempting. Might have to get a pair to try out, thanks for posting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynxpro Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Speaking of Atari Paddles, has anyone on the board ever ordered the replacement POTS from Best Electronics who essentially claim their replacements are better than the originals? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byte Knight Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Sweet - can't wait to play some Medieval Mayhem with new paddles! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrogoober Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I have ordered the 'clicky' sticks off ebay and really like them, not optimal for every game though Are these 'clicky'? What does everyone think of original vs 'clicky'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybird3rd Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Speaking of Atari Paddles, has anyone on the board ever ordered the replacement POTS from Best Electronics who essentially claim their replacements are better than the originals? I've used at least a dozen of them in my restored paddles, and I agree ... they are better than the originals. Just a bit more effort is required to turn them, but this is only noticeable if I use one immediately after an Atari original; after a game or two, I got used to it, and actually preferred it. They have more of a metallic feel, but they're very smooth, and I get the sense that they're more durable and will last a lot longer than Atari's original pots. I haven't had one yet start to show signs of jitter. The only issue is with the installation: it requires soldering, and the shaft is just a shade narrower than the originals, so you need a thin strip of tape to make up the difference (the website describes the process pretty well). As for the AtGames controllers ... I didn't get a positive impression of their joysticks from the brief time I spent with the Flashback 3. I prefer the originals, restored with some of the great replacement components that Best Electronics has been producing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+SpiceWare Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Are the paddles decent when compared to the originals? http://atariage.com/forums/topic/210120-new-paddles-in-stock-at-amazon/?p=2719318 http://www.amazon.com/review/R1I1WPUGBUH2W8/?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B0094H8H6Y&camp=1789&tag=atariage&creative=390957&linkCode=ur2&nodeID= Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceDice2010 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 The paddles work amazing. Lloyd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceDice2010 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 p.s. NOTHING beats a TAC 2 for joysticks. best ever. Lloyd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atari_envy Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Ordered the paddles to give them a try. Shipping was $5. Got the paddles and gave Kaboom a try. They are very good paddles. I would give them a B+ I think for me, I am accustomed to the original paddles. The movement on these requires *slightly* more effort than originals, which gives a subtle feeling of drag because I am not used to the resistance. However, I must admit, during the hectic rounds of Kaboom, you don't notice. The fire button gives a bit of a thump instead of a click. While different, I consider this slightly better feedback from the controller. It boils down to personal preference, and I could understand how someone might prefer these paddles to original. Worth the money, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynxpro Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 The next time someone advertises a 3D printed Atari Paddle Knob on eBay, I'm bidding next time. I'd like to have some multi-colored knobs to use for the 5200 Controller Mod and the Best Electronics upgraded paddle replacement pot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapetino Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 This thread inspired me to bust out the ones I bought a couple months back and give them a go. Really like them -- are well-made, and do have a little more stickyness to them, in that it takes a little more work to get them turning, but it feels nice, and high quality. Don't feel significantly different than the originals. They served me well in a couple of super fast Kaboom! games. I might pick up another set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7800 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Anyone know what the inside of a Flashback 2 Joystick looks like? Is it just like the original with dome switches, or is it better like the Syzygy USB Classic 2? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamakazi Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 The one that I had a while back used carbon-dotted pads similar to what was used in NES, SMS, and similar control pads. They might have changed it now though so I might be wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tremoloman2006 Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 These are back in stock again. Price has gone up since my initial post. Use promo code PRESDAY17 for 10% off and free shipping! ATARI Paddle Controllers - $29.95 ATARI Wired Joystick Controller - $19.95 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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