Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S Throttle and Joystick Flight Simulator Game Controller, 4 Spring Options, +189 Programmable Controls, RGB Lighting, 2x USB, PC - Black
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Features
- Military-grade Space and Flight Sim Precision. Customizable options including all the control surface options required to achieve the exact level of performance that aspiring combat pilots demand.System Requirements : Windows 11,10,8.1,7, 2x USB 2.0 Port
- New Mini Analog Stick Control Surfaces: Control pitch, roll, yaw, backwards, forwards, up, down, left and right as well as gimballed weapons that are controlled separately from the space craft
- RGB Backlighting: Many PC peripherals now feature RGB backlighting and the X-56 is no exception. Use the software to set the color of the lighting to match the rest of your gaming rig
- Ideal for VR: The X-56 places controls perfectly under your fingers where subtle distinctions in button feel and shape help you navigate the control set with ease
- Fully Featured HOTAS: Accurate 16-bit aileron and elevator axis with hall-effect sensors. Adjustable Stick Force via Advanced 4-Spring System. Twin Throttles with Friction Adjuster and Throttle Lock
- Cable Length: 2 m
- System Requirements : Windows 11,10,8.1,7, 2x USB 2.0 Port
Description
The updated X56 HOTAS features a new stealthy black and gray finish. The changes go beyond cosmetic, with engineering updates to address the feedback from the community delivering a more amazing experience for all flight enthusiasts; from fun, plug-and-play gaming all the way to professional fine- tuned simulation. The X56 has a multitude of customizable options, including mini analog sticks to enable true 6 degrees of freedom control of your spacecraft. Featuring 16-bit non-contact sensors, the stick offers the most accurate level of control on the market today; control that you can enhance even further via adjustment of the response curves and deadzones. RGB lighting allows you to customize the appearance of the stick so that it becomes a fully integrated part of your simulation setup.
Compatible Devices: PC, Windows
Controller Type: Joystick
Connectivity Technology: USB
Additional Features: Ergonomic
Button Quantity: 24
Hardware Platform: PC
Power Source: Information Not Available
Compatible Video Game Console Models: Sony PlayStation VR
Item Weight: 6.9 pounds
Package Quantity: 1
Item Dimensions: 11.54 x 12.24 x 9.06 inches
Color: Black
Brand Name: Logitech G
Model Name: X56
Warranty Description: Manufacturer’s warranty can be requested from customer service.
Manufacturer: Logitech
Global Trade Identification Number: 45
UPC: 097855136145
External Testing Certification: Não aplicável
Included Components: Palm Rest Spacer, User Guide, X56 Stick Base, X56 Stick Handle, X56 Throttle
Item Type Name: Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S. RGB Throttle and Stick Simulation Controller for VR Gaming (945-000058)
Model Number: 945-000058
Manufacturer Part Number: 945-000058
Frequently asked questions
The Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S is a highly advanced joystick and throttle controller ideal for flight simulators. Key features include +189 programmable controls allowing for extensive customization, RGB lighting for a visually exciting gaming experience, and two USB ports for easy connectivity. It also offers four different spring options to adjust the tension to your preference, providing a more personal gameplay experience.
The X56 H.O.T.A.S is mainly designed for PCs. It comes with two USB connectors for seamless connection with your computer.
Yes, the RGB lighting on the X56 H.O.T.A.S can be adjusted and customized according to your gameplay needs and personal preferences. This adds a level of immersion to your flight simulation experience.
The +189 programmable controls on the X56 H.O.T.A.S refers to the extensive customization available on the controller. Using the included software, you can map joystick movement, button presses, and other controls to virtually any function in your flight simulator game program. This gives you unparalleled control and the ability to streamline your gaming process.
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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
The Logitech Saitek X56 HOTAS is a high-quality peripheral that provides a lot of value for the price point, according to most reviewers. Many users praised its controls, versatility, and the abundance of buttons that make the joystick an ideal option for flight simulations. However, some have noted that the plastic mechanism and uncomfortable ergonomic design can cause discomfort over time. The stick is ideally suited for VR and games like DCS and Elite Dangerous, but it might be overkill for less advanced flight sims.
Pros
- 🎮 Great multifunctionality and abundance of buttons
- 💰 Good value for money
- 👍 Ideal for use with major sims and VR
- 📐 Adjustable throttle and stick tension
- 💪 Strong and durable with long-term usage
Cons
- 🖐 Ergonomically uncomfortable design
- 🔌 High power requirements and requires a high-output USB hub
- ⚙ Inconsistent button labeling across different games
- 👋 Requires frequent adjustment of hand placement
- 💠 Material used is a less durable plastic
Should I Buy It?
If you're a flight sim enthusiast looking for a joystick with multiple functionalities and you don't mind the ergonomic design issues, the Logitech Saitek X56 HOTAS is a great option. The price is also reasonable given the features it offers. However, if you prioritize long-term comfort and a more intuitive button layout, you might want to consider other options in the market.
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let bad first the throttle has a little play between the 2 halves left to right ,,,, the rest so far is amazing took a little to get used to the position of the throttle 2 spin knobs top and bottom i use for vert thrust and horz thrust because the x52 has one on its side and that made it make more sense beyond that this is making my gaming so much better I have almost all elite daNGEROUS controls mapped and im only on M1 mode i still have M2 and S1 i could use,, would be extra nice if the throttle stiffness had a little more range between is easy movement and hard it starts at about medium stiff but i have read that will get easier over time so not really a complaint I have rather large hands and it feels nice fit not reaching for anything tiny hands may have a small reach issue but should be manageable ,, each half have 4 corner holes so you can mount it to a dest directly or buy a mount system starting at 59 bucks so not bad at all i used 3.5in wood screws attaches it to 7x9 in x1/2 in wood plates and then attached ttaht to the edge of my desk feels nice and can be moves other controlers have overly complex whole patterns so this is by far easier to mount I opted to follow another review and download g drivers system so i have the option to pre program all my buttons to keybinds this way they would be universal across any game i play but thus far i just mapped them within the game im playing as i learn what feels natural to me PLUG directly into the pc do not use a hub unless its a powered hub and high powered one at that if you cant avoid using a low powered hub go into the g software and make the RGB black or super dark so it draws less power and this will help avoid ghost inputs this is an ISSUE with MANY MANYY rgb devices so I do not fault this one easy plug n play usb and great great value
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Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2026 by AARON
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Bought to replace an X52 after frustrations with that throttle. Both of these controls have some quirks, but overall I love them. The stick is surprisingly sensitive. I fly IL2 and do a good bit of formation work, and the stick is sufficiently sensitive to work this with no deadzones. I put in the second to lightest included spring after the standard on lightest both weren't quite right for me. The buttons are solid adn the hats are great. A few other pros/cons: Pros: - Literally more hats than I can use. I have one on the stick and one on the throttle that are essentially unused in IL2. - Overall build quality and precision is very good on the stick and superb on the throttle. - Love the split option on the throttle for multi-engine. - Bought rudder pedals when I got this, but actually prefer the twist-stick for rudder. Works great (wish I could adjust the tension, but can't have everything). - Throttle rotary controls both incorporate a button push and a center of rotation detent. Great control which I use for mixture/prop, boost/airbrakes. - Overall quality is less than Warthog or high-end EU stuff, but falls in 'just right' category for me. Plugnplay w/ Win10 and key mapping is seamless within the game. Cons: - Lacks the two stage trigger from my old X52 - why??? That was a great feature! - Throttle is naturally VERY high friction. Literally impossible to rapidly slam it to the stops. I imagine this will make it last longer, but be ready to adapt your control style. I cannot imagine many people using ANY of the included friction lock until they've had it a LONG time. - I love the toggle switches on the throttle, rather than on base of the stick like on the X52. However, despite the sidebars, switches 1-6 sit directly under your wrist as it rests on the throttle. This has led to a few inadvertent activations of these switches in-sim while flying. Needless to say, I remapped Ctrl-E to a different toggle! Its uncomfortable too. Relocating and incorporating a smooth wrist rest would be better. - The two way pinkie slide on the front of the throttle has some issues and no longer returns to center after just a few months. I use this for flaps so makes me check the control position any time I deploy them. - Both the stick and throttle incorporate a mouse-stick type control that I cannot utilize effectively. No real need in my current games, and sensitivity would need a lot of tweaking. I would really have preferred a thumb button where the mouse-stick is on the stick. Bottom Line: If it breaks, I'll get it fixed and keep using it, not replace with Warthog or other. Sufficient for my use in IL2 and likely DCS and other sims as well. I don't do Elite or space sims, but I imagine that it would be great there too.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2020 by Scott A. Coulson
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I bought the Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S for the intention of playing Microsoft Flight Simulator with the intention of eventually upgrading and buying and fully Honeycomb Aeronautical setup with a more advanced Yoke and Throttle Quadrant more suited for airliners. The X56 is pretty good for a flight simulator setup, before I bought it ai had only had minimal experience with the X52 by Logitech G. My first annoyance after plugging them into my PC is that they do not connect to the Logitech G Hub, which was partially why I bought them over Thrustmaster. Other than that, the stick is good, it is a bit of a pain to set up all of the buttons and add deadzones to ensure there is no stick drift which was a problem I had with the little joystick where your thumb likes to go and mess with your camera. Which brings me to my next thing which was that it’s not super comfortable to hold. Your thumb either has to be below the joystick or up near the silver and black camera look functions, which is not very convenient or comfortable. Overall okay but by no means amazing. The throttle is okay, it is definitely one that you want to get a mount for or drill it into your desk somewhere with some screws. I have not done anything yet, because I haven’t figured out exactly where I want them, but it is annoying to throttle up and the throttle is so stiff that the base likes to push up with the throttle, which is annoying with takeoffs but is fixable with a mount. The switches are good quality. It has a mode selector in the bottom left, but I haven’t been able to figure out how to use it. The nice thing about the throttle is that there is a nice spot next to the top and bottom silver knobs to put your thumb where is won’t adjust any cameras you don’t want to. One thing I would for sure do is get a label maker and label all of your switches so you don’t accidentally turn your engine off midair or turning on your parking brake instead of lowering your flaps. Overall pretty good as an entry level setup, but I will likely sell them later once I upgrade.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2025 by Alex Reeves
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I bought two of these after reading reviews and I regret it. Needless to say, I'll be passing these along in the second-hand market for cheap. The story: The material quality and engineering is the worst I've ever seen in a joystick and HOTAS combo. I've had a few from decades past that did the job fine, but after having not played simulators since the early 00's, I went with Logitech because the sticks I had long ago were from a company they acquired, Saitek, and I remembered them being alright. That's a mistaken assumption. Apparently, Saitek / Logitech just can't make a good or even half-way decent joystick anymore. Before these, I had a simple Thrustmaster throttle that I thought had pretty bad build quality, with a squeaky plastic throttle lever and rudder flaps that refused to center due to worn down plastic after light use for a week, but it at least functioned properly. This Logitech set is trash by comparison to even that. The problems: Two new sets straight from Amazon arrived at the same time, one for me the other for a friend. I opened mine, and found the analog thumb sticks on both the throttle unit and joystick wouldn't center properly and one axis on the throttle's would physically stick and required manual re-centering. Off to a good start right out of the box. The joystick wouldn't center properly either, and the deadzone was insane in the software testing suite. I've used old N64 analog sticks after years of Mario Party abuse back in the day, and they weren't this bad. All buttons except the primary fire trigger on the joystick were spongy, inconsistent, and would randomly trigger while you're using any axis. For example, I was sitting in my ship in Elite:Dangerous, testing the new control setup, and I decided to try the throttle. I pushed it forward to accelerate and when I reached the mid-point, all the buttons and hats sent random inputs simultaneously. Since I bound those already, my camera was rapidly switching between UI panels and I went into supercruise with flight assist off and jettisoned all my limpets into local station space while throwing chaff and heatsink confetti everywhere. Besides things like that, the throttle axes don't properly report values to Elite:Dangerous, so setting it to max gets you a notch or two below top speed, while setting it to minimum will set your throttle to reverse by about one notch. I haven't tried it in other simulators, but that wasn't a problem with the Thrustmaster (and the random inputs from before already assured me what quality I was dealing with), so experiments with that set stopped there. This was all just unforgivable already, but I considered the possibility that it's merely a defective set. So I opened the one I bought for my friend, and the same random input issues persisted with a whole slew of other problems relating to mushy buttons and stuck analog sticks. Besides the analog thumb stick on the throttle giving only one axis of input, one of the hats on the joystick was stuck straight up, it wouldn't budge. I emailed Logitech customer support about it and they sent me a replacement pro bono with very little hassle. I feel I have to mention here that their customer service is second-to-none in the computer peripheral market, and that's not sarcasm (I still use their mice and keyboards, which are divine). The replacement arrived and upon opening the box, I could tell I had another winner - one of the joystick's hats was installed slightly twisted, so instead of making a '+', it made an 'x'. Regardless of the quirk, I had the same problems, some to a lesser degree. The analog thumb sticks actually felt alright and would physically function as expected, but had unusable deadzones. 3 out of 3 bad sets, all new. Stay FAR away from any Saitek or Logitech joystick. They're worse than MadCatz.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2019 by Gaff
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I normally don't write reviews but I thought it was important to write this one because like me I am sure many other people are looking at this HOTAS and wondering if this is the one for you. You are also probably looking at the x52 and x52 professional. I opted for this HOTAS (playing Elite Dangerous & X4 and various others). This one while being the most expensive option was also the most available at the time and looked the most sturdy as well. THIS IS A SAITEK PRODUCT that Logitech acquired and then branded their own. That's ok, it still works with the proper software driver download (we will get to that later in review). First off this HOTAS is rather large, but keep in mind there are also a LOT OF BUTTONS which require it to be so. Some people with smaller hands might find this to be to big for them. My hands are fairly large and this is at just about the maximum size I can comfortably control. Some reviews complain of poor button placement, well you have a million buttons they all have to go somewhere so nothing is going to be perfect. You just have to adapt to the layout of the HOTAS. The Stick: Solid feeling with the look and feel of a fighter stick, (this is not a Cessna stick here this is a space ship/fighter jet stick). You can still fly a Cessna with this but you also can fly a Boeing 747 or a space shuttle, its up to you. There are multiple HAT controls just on the stick including a smooth move all direction hat that is in fact like a miniature joystick on your joystick. What would you use something like that for? Well for example in Elite dangerous I use the smooth move hat (black to the left of the stick half way down) for which direction I want to "look". This way I can control the direction of the ship with the Stick itself while using the little HAT control to look around which has replaced the mouse for looking around. Very handy, You can effectively remove all keyboard and mouse input with these types of controls and setups. The Stick and Throttle are both coated in that nice feeling smooth PTFE feeling rubber. This makes for a comfy grip not so much of a plastic like feeling like my old Logitech Extreme 3d Pro which I upgraded from. (Had the 3d pro for 15 years excellent entry level joystick and you can still buy it!) The Throttle: This took some getting used to but in the end I am learning to really like the throttle. First off yes you are looking at a split control throttle. Either side can move independently of one another like a real plane. There is a locking mechanism to lock them both together which is how mine will always stay because none of the games I play require independent thrust input to one side of the engine or the other. You will feel that seam in the middle when moving the throttle BUT you will get used to it. Like other reviews the throttle is in fact STIFF, why? because a real throttle is also stiff. If it wasn't than when a stewardess brings the pilots their coffee and sneezes the plane would crash. You have a knob to turn to affect the tension of the throttle, even turned all the way to lowest setting the throttle will feel stiff to push but it is mimicking real life. If you are buying this thinking you are going to be able to just SLAM THE THROTTLE open, you will break this thing like a few review pictures will show. In the games I play you aren't accelerating faster then you can push the throttle so this is a non issue. In fact once again this makes it feel far more real and less chincy than other throttle designs. (for reference I wield chainsaws and buck hay all day my hand strength is above average). YES YOU HAVE A BOATLOAD OF BUTTONS ON THE THROTTLE. Once again you have to ask yourself, if you are getting this many button monster are you gonna be upset at the button placement? Or are you going to adapt (this is the correct answer ADAPTING). The metal toggle switches I would like to point out are not ON/OFF switches. They return to center after you push them up or down. So basically you have 2 buttons for every metal toggle but they still feel ultra satisfying to push and flick. .....So many buttons, if you aren't playing an actual flight sim you will be hard pressed to utilize all your button options. That's ok, better to have more options than less but then again that's why you are going to buy this monster you want them buttons don't ya? The Important: Ok I would like to address a few issues here related to some minor details and specifics I had to figure out for myself when installing this monster. PAY ATTENTION TO THIS I HOPE TO SAVE YOU TIME and maybe even help others who have bought this thing but couldn't get it to work properly. For reference I am running Windows 10 on a computer that is NOT A POTATO. OK here we go...... YOU WILL NEED TO GET THE DRIVER TO MAKE THIS THING WORK PROPERLY AND UTILIZE YOUR PRETTY COLOR FUNCTIONS. This HOTAS is not really plug and play and it is not recognized in GHUB. Listen carefully because you also get ZERO instructions with this thing but I am going to tell you right now what to do. 1. Open box and marvel at the beast you just purchased. (DO NOT PLUG IT IN YET) 2. Go to Logitechs website and go to downloads and look up this product for drivers. 3. You will have a list of about 7 or 8 drivers, go to the one on the BOTTOM not the top. (bottom newest driver circa 2018 lol) 4. If you are running 32 bit choose the driver immediately above (I am 64 bit so I believe my driver was the last one in list) 5. (DO NOT PLUG IT IN YET!) Run the driver you just downloaded. 6. You will see a screen come up that has a picture of joystick then a small picture of a USB WITH A RED X over it and then a picture of a computer. (The red X is telling you NOT TO PLUG IT IN YET there are no instructions past this I had to learn all this by rote and trial and error) 7. Click "Next" the driver will start installing ( DO NOT PLUG THINGS IN YOU BETTER NOT HAVE EM PLUGGED IN!) 8. When the first half of the install is done you will see now the image you first saw except the USB icon at center no longer has a red X over it. This is the 2018 program telling you to PLUG IN THE JOYSTICK AND THROTTLE. 9. NOW you PLUG IN THE JOYSTICK AND THROTTLE. (be advised I am very certain this requires USB 2.0 or higher not basic USB). 10. After you have plugged them both in you may now click next on the install window. 11. After the install is finished the button will now say restart. CLICK RESTART. 12. Upon desktop load you will now have a new Icon for X56 HOTAS, this is your joysticks program this is where you change the color of the lighting and also to do programming button binding etc (this is advanced button binding outside of game controls). If you are playing a game like Elite dangerous or X4 do all your binding IN GAME. Yes I had to learn all this on my own but I have shared it with you and now you know how to set this up dear god I hope this helps at least one soul. Changing the spring on the Stick: Go to Youtube, search "how to change X56 Hotas Springs" WATCH THE VIDEO! I changed to the highest spring, it was tricky but it worked I was a little spooked about breaking something make sure you watch a video on this so you understand what exactly you are doing. Once again let me remind you there is no instruction booklet on this thing in the box, you are either using the internet or reading this review or hopefully BOTH. OVERALL: I am very satisfied with the quality of construction and feel of this $250 sink of my hard earned American currency. Plays Elite Dangerous like you were IN THE SHIP ITSELF and I can't wait to try it on other games like X4 or maybe a real flight sim. Buy this product. Take the time to set it up right. Put on a pot of coffee and spend all night binding 486 gorillion buttons. Have Lots Of Fun After. I truly hope this helps clarify some things for wondering folks and helps for you to make a more informed decision on whether this is the right HOTAS for you. ::This review may be updated in the future, First draft 1/25/2025::
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Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025 by scythist
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This HOTAS is great with the many, many different switches and buttons. It isn’t cheap and the quality isn’t the best as this is my third one. The joystick hasn’t had any problems but the throttle has. Unfortunately you cannot just replace the throttle you have to purchase both.
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2026 by George
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A number of issues so far: First off, as has been typical with every Saitek/Logitech X series HOTAS I have owned, there is the usual slop in the stick's yaw axis. Ergononmically, many of the controls are poorly placed. It feels like the stick and throttle are designed for someone with an extremely wide hand with really thin fingers. The throttle especially requires constant changing of hand placement to reach vairous controls. The thumbstick and lower hat switch on the throttle are placed so low that your thumb hits the rotary dials and toggle switches when using them. The upper hat switch on the throttle is too close to the lower roatary dial so my thumb runs into it trying to operate the hat. Then having to reach my thumb around all of the hat switches to push then button on the lower rotary dial puts my hand in a really uncofortable position. On the stick, the pair of hat switches are placed too close together and the conical shape of the top one makes it had to operate reaching my thumb across then nicely shaped lower one. Trying to grip the stick solidly to use the yaw twist without deflecting the thumbstick again just doesn't feel right. One feature the X-52 stick has the the X-56 lacks is an adjustable palm rest. I had to add !/4" of foam padding to bring my hand up to where my thumb rests on the pov hat and reaches the button at the top of the stick, but the button at the bottom of the stick is then hard to press. The pinky switch is placed too far out and hard to reach. Power requirements are rather high for devices that are solely USB powered. A high-output USB hub is required to prevent glitches. After a bit of troubleshooting, what I eventually found watching in the joystick control panel is the controllers reset after a low power state and send a set of test button push signals to the software, which it ignores as normal operation. However, in-game these manifest as sporadic inputs that caused problems. In X-plane just minor things like landing gear raising and lowering on it's own, but in Elite Dangerous the manifestations made the game unplayable. In-game configuration is problematic as well other than X-plane. There is no consistancy between games as to which button is assigned a label. Some recognize the controllers as a set and therefore sequentially number the buttons as a pair, while some assign numbers individually. Very problematic when they just tell you to hit Joy3 as it has nothing to do with how the stick or throttle are labeled or even which of the two it is referring to. The only exception was X-plane which graphically shows which button in the setup screen, but still doesn't always use the manufactuters label. MSFS does have a graphic representation that can be brought up in flight, but that doesn't help when looking at the configuration screen. The instructions for changing the tension springs on the stick are a joke. the box for the springs shows to unplug the stick, place a spring, and plug in the stick. No instruction on how to remove the collar holding the spring. Actual retention methond for the spring is rather suspect in terms of durablity as the is a collar that snaps over a 2 piece collar that retains the spring. Probably best not to change the spring out to many times to avoid breaking the snap tabs on the one piece collar. Price wise, it is the only HOTAS with this many controls that won't cost you an arm and a leg, but it also will never be the most comfortable to use, and after only 2 days I don't know if it will hold up better than the previous HOTAS's I have gotten from this manufacturer.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022 by Glenn Eastberg
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While this HOTAS has a troubled past I can attest to what I received as being awesome. While I have used a x52 pro in the past and its issues are well documented, I was nicely surprised by its updated system. I was a bit scared when reading some of the other reviews of this HOTAS here. But the X56 has more than enough buttons on the stick and throttle and two very needed joystick type sticks that really set this thing apart. Yes it is of plastic construction, and I could see someone with small hands having issues with accessing all the hat switches, dials and buttons. I have large hands so that doesnt apply to me. Its a Logitech product now and it seems all the issues from its predecessor Saitek are gone. While first plugging it in I did have an issue with one of the C sticks (joystick type, mouse emulation) drifting just like the X52 pro I have. I was like oh no, its happening again. However i took the grip off the base and reapplied it and screwed it very carefully. Thankfully that fixed the issue. On the positive side this thing has a ton of button and switches. I can see if you are looking for replicas of a certain aircraft (like the a10) then this is not in that vein of aesthetics. I played around for almost and hour within the software (which you will have to download) and found it complex, but anyone with experience with the programming software of the x52 pretty easy to get the hang of. Also on a positive note the stick itself comes with 3 other springs for those like me that like some resistance and it does not flop around like my x52 does. So precise moment is easy to obtain. The RGB lighting can be bright or subtle thanks to the software, so you can do really bright or turn it off completely. The stick itself is very subdued and I like the back lighting on the buttons. I been eyeing other higher price joystick as an upgrade to my 5 year old x52 and I must say, I like this X56 system. I dare say that for the price this thing compete with higher end HOTAS systems. I have had it for a day now and have put in nearly 12 hours in DCS. Also I suspect that the stick needs a good amount of power so I would highly recommend pluging the system directly into the back of your computer and not a hub. Things I do not like: 1. no 2 stage trigger. I was used to using the first stage for comms, but I was able to adjust to the side button for teamspeak and SRS. 2. the mode switch is really stiff, I dont know if its because it is new but it takes some effort. 3. The pinky two way switch on the throttle is uncomfortable. The button has a sharp ridge to the plastic and makes it a bit uncomfortable. If it had been rotated 90 degrees your pinky would fit nicely in the groove. Things I love: the inclusion of 2 joystick type switches. This makes slewing target sensors a snap and it has a push down button adding even more true hands on. They where a bit scary when i first plugged it in do the noticeable drift. This was fixed though by unplugging the stick, unscrewing the stick handle, carefully screwing it back into the base. MORE than enough hats, buttons and switched for advanced sims like the A10c and Hornet.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2018 by Chris Alexander