Telegames 7800 Super Deluxe Joystick

[Trebor]

As highlighted here and to pick up on what was first mentioned in this thread posting, I recently acquired one of these controllers and wanted to offer up my findings and brief review.

 

First and foremost, the controller is not only "Quick Fire" when the switch is in the "on" position, it is also continuous. If you hold down the (wired for 7800 two independent functioning) fire buttons, the controller will continue firing as if you were smashing the original Atari 7800 joystick buttons in a non-stop fast action pace.

 

Although not in possession of one, it is presumed the no longer manufactured Best Joystick CX34 (Thanks, Mitch) works in the same manner. The only difference between the two, is likely just the label of "Quick" for the Telegames controller, and "Auto" for the Best controller, concerning the buttons functionality switch.

 

The joystick 'moves less digital' than the original 7800 joysticks and reminiscent of the NES Advantage joystick movement (Almost analogue-ish); however, it certainly does not behave that way in action while playing. It has quick accurate response, even under some of the most trying conditions of a fast-speed Ms. Pac-Man game. The downside is the joystick shaft appears as long as the original, so a similar amount of torque is present. The other item worth mentioning is the plastics utilized feels a tad bit less solid than the stock controllers. The base of the controller wrapped in my palm did not feel as 'thick' as the original 7800 joysticks.

 

Regardless, despite hand positioning being the same to the original 7800 joystick controllers, the quick fire feature is a huge plus in reducing fatigue for games requiring constant button pressing. Those interested in such a feature while wanting to retain a similar stock/original controller design of the NTSC 7800 system, this may be the controller for you. It is also worth mentioning the buttons themselves are mounted and work better than the stock 7800 joystick even with the quick fire feature turned off.

 

[+GoldenWheels]

Looked at these many times on ebay. Thanks for the review.

[Trebor]

Looked at these many times on ebay. Thanks for the review.

You're welcome.

I bought mine off ebay. A better deal may be had here though (Not sure after shipping is factored):

 

http://www.telegames.co.uk/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=324_75_76&product_id=5458

[Charlie_]

I have one of these. The auto fire is so fast it make Empires Strikes Back super easy.

[Lynxpro]

Best Electronics may still have them for sale NOS.

[0078265317]

Thanks didn't realize this thread existed. I saw some on amazon but its gone now. I can't find it. Except this. Is this the same thing? And is that too much of one?

 

http://www.amazon.com/Atari-2600-Joystick-Controller-Design/dp/B00NE534KG/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&qid=1416180768&sr=8-32&keywords=atari+joystick

[Trebor]

Thanks didn't realize this thread existed. I saw some on amazon but its gone now. I can't find it. Except this. Is this the same thing? And is that too much of one?

 

http://www.amazon.com/Atari-2600-Joystick-Controller-Design/dp/B00NE534KG/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&qid=1416180768&sr=8-32&keywords=atari+joystick

 

Negative. That is the 2600 version - No two independent fire buttons.

[0078265317]

Oh sorry I found it.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Original-Atari-7800-Joystick-Controller/dp/B002DJENMC/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1416181154&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=original+7800+jpoystick

 

Is this it?

[Trebor]

Oh sorry I found it.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Original-Atari-7800-Joystick-Controller/dp/B002DJENMC/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1416181154&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=original+7800+jpoystick

 

Is this it?

 

Correct. Similar pictures in O.P.

 

Price is ridiculous though, IMHO $56.99 (+possible tax and shipping ($5.99)) is way too much.

[0078265317]

I went the used route. Don't care for the boxes. Just got two for 17 dollars and 87 cents. Same link at bottom says used starting from 5 dollars and 92 cents.

[Trebor]

I went the used route. Don't care for the boxes. Just got two for 17 dollars and 87 cents. Same link at bottom says used starting from 5 dollars and 92 cents.

 

Cool...Good luck and happy gaming!

[0078265317]

Oh and these will work on 2600 or my telegrams also?

[CPUWIZ]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-BOXED-TELEGAMES-JOYSTICK-WITH-AUTO-FIRE-FOR-ATARI-7800-2600/251625817207

[0078265317]

Ya I saw that and mentioned that in another thread. But that's too expensive. I got 2 for 17 dollars and 87 cents. Don't care for the box. Even if these are rare the box has to be mint and that is probably a stock photo.

[Shawn]

anyone got pictures of the guts of one of these controllers? I"m thinking it would be pretty easy to mod stock controllers to do the same thing.

[CPUWIZ]

Search google for "555 timer auto fire", I am sure that is what they used.

[0078265317]

So these will work on my 2600 or masterplay?

Edited November 22, 2014 by 0078265317

[Shawn]

Search google for "555 timer auto fire", I am sure that is what they used.

 

ok, thats what I thought it was using. Thanks. I have a 555 on my 5200 joystick.

[Lynxpro]

First, I'd love to see someone do the "Yurkie" mod to one of these controllers.

 

Second, does the 2600 add-on rapid fire adapters work on 7800 games? Has anyone tried them before? I've seen some go used on eBay for about $4.

[Prosystemsearch]

Good find, Trebor! however, it does suck that the 7800 never got a trackball made for it... :( ;( :( ;_;

[telford777]

The auto fire function doesn't seem to work on a lot of games.... centipede,combat, kangaroo etc. Does anyone know which games the auto fire will function on please?