Closest feel to Arcade Dm?

hellspare · 01-21-2007, 11:55 PM

Hi, I downloaded DTXmania for my computer and decided to try it out. Minutes later I concluded that it's not a smart idea to play on the keyboard. My question is, which controller out there has the closest feel to the arcade, and still compatible with a computer?

I can probably spend up to 200 or so, is there one?

*TTR_loves_Mittens* · 01-22-2007, 12:49 PM

Someone should make a FAQ for this:

DTXpress/Any other Yamaha DTX model brings the closest feel, however, they are extremely expensive. To get ANYTHING close to Arcade, you'll either have to shell out a lot of money OR make a controller yourself.

Meow · 01-22-2007, 10:05 PM

There ARE some mid range options. And I do have an FAQ on this, it's just not on this website.
http://www.gdamania.net/modules/newb...d=598&forum=16

-Chef- · 01-23-2007, 10:24 AM

just DO NOT get the topway controller
the position of the red and greens are so wierd its gonna mess you up if you're used to the arcade version

*TTR_loves_Mittens* · 01-23-2007, 12:15 PM

They're called TOMS, it says it right on the machine :/

DeusExMachina · 01-24-2007, 03:02 AM

The DTXpress III is kinda of difficult to set up exactly like the DM machine. The pads are smaller and the rack does limit its possible positions. I have tried so hard to position the pads to match the arcade feel with no success. Its just me but I would advise against getting any home version of DM and just play at the arcade. I am thinking about selling my DTXpress III which i spent about 1150 on including the stuff it doesnt come with.

shin-arudo · 01-24-2007, 12:34 PM

what? the DTX series pad is exactly the same as arcade if remembered correctly. If not, i think the DTX's one is bigger.
and bout the position, hm.. be creative to get same as arcade position.
here my set up for my 'private GFDM home arcade'
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/6...onoheyaga3.jpg
5 pads only for drummania

and yeah ive got closest feel to arcade (there is a DM machine in my town even if only PF4th mix sadly.. but i can feel the same with my home DM)
but i think, playing at home is lot better, except for number of songs of course.

BobbyS · 01-24-2007, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by shin-arudo

http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/6...onoheyaga3.jpg

Yeah, I hate you. I really, really, hate you. I have convinced myself you have some wanabe Japaneese fetish (because of the Shin Arudo no heya atop) in order to sooth the hurt and pain that you have a kick-ass drum set up - just like the arcade - 3 freaking GF controllers including a stickered out ASC, every GFDM CS PS2 game including some PSX rare ones that I have no clue how you got.

I thought I had a nice share with my ASC and 3 PS2 CS games. Did you have to lay out all the games atop the pads and have all 3 controllers showing just to hurt our feelings?

shin-arudo · 01-25-2007, 12:43 AM

its an old pic man..
just made to show my gfdm collections for my friend in japan. nothin' else..

and want to share some review because someone need it before buy drum set that closest to arcade feel -_-"

DeusExMachina · 01-25-2007, 04:52 AM

Well these two are my setup

Actually I let someone borrow it and now I kinda forgot who has it now. I think navfn2003 has it right now

BobbyS · 01-25-2007, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shin-arudo

its an old pic man..
just made to show my gfdm collections for my friend in japan. nothin' else..

and want to share some review because someone need it before buy drum set that closest to arcade feel -_-"

hahah don't feel bad! I was being sarcastic! I thought it was obvious. It was just my way of saying your set up and collection kicks so much ass I wish I want it/I'm secretely insulting you to make myself feel better.

But don't worry. I hate DuesEx even worse. What's that smaller white screen on the bottom? Don't tell me it's another TV.

hellspare · 01-25-2007, 09:33 PM

It looks like a picture.

And thanks guys.

..for making me drool.

I think I will just stick to the arcade, because I don't want to spend less than what is needed and buy a half assed setup.

ronok · 01-28-2007, 02:27 PM

I'm looking for a DTXPlorer right now and the prices seem to vary massively from £400+ to £700+... Does anyone know of the best price I'm going to get?

DeusExMachina · 01-29-2007, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ronok

I'm looking for a DTXPlorer right now and the prices seem to vary massively from £400+ to £700+... Does anyone know of the best price I'm going to get?

In the united states you can get a DTXplorer with bass pedal and a drum throne for about 850 USD. which I thnk that is roughly 550 - 600 pounds???

AdamW · 01-29-2007, 01:50 PM

No, more like 450. UK prices are generally higher, though. Does the price you quote include tax?