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Post by cal on Apr 7, 2005 9:40:54 GMT -5
Hi- I've been lurking on the boards for a few days because I am planning to get ddr and some dance pads. But I'm slightly confused as to what pads really are the best?
Is it better to get a red-octane pad? Or are ignition pads good even if they're not from red-octane?
I'd really appreciate it if you could give your opinions..thanks:)
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Post by ImpFreak7 on Apr 7, 2005 10:15:15 GMT -5
Welcome to the boards, i'm sure you'll love DDR once you get it! To answer your question: How good an ignition-type pad is really depends on the brand, some of them are very good, some of them break after a week. Most people have good luck with the red-octane pads, they are a well known brand, but they're rather expensive. My pad is almost identical to the ignition, the DX-extreme from www.buynshop.com, i've had it for years and it's still working fine for me, it also cost about half as much as the ignition, which is why I bought it in the first place. I think abrannan had said that the pads from www.levelsix.com were good pads as well. Those are the ignition-type pads i've heard good things about, i'm sure any of the 3 will work just fine for you. |
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Post by abrannan on Apr 7, 2005 11:14:27 GMT -5
The levelsix pads have been out of stock for about 6 months now, so they may be hard to come by. The ignition pad is a slightly better pad than the levelsix, as the surface material on the L6 pad is more brittle and prone to cracking, where the Ignition is a bit more pliable and long lasting. However, that difference, IMO, does not justify the difference in price.
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Post by havix on Apr 7, 2005 11:18:49 GMT -5
One question, How much are you willing to spend? If you want a soft pad I would get an ignition pad. Or if you are willing to spend more, I would go for a Cobalt Flux Metal Pad. |
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Post by abrannan on Apr 7, 2005 11:23:57 GMT -5
The cobalt flux isn't for everyone. If you're happy with a $40 ignition knockoff, and they each last a year for you before burning out, that's 7 years of gameplay before you even come close to the cost of a CF. Of course, if you're after a metal pad, and you lack the time, inclination, or skill to build your own, then by all means go for it.
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Post by havix on Apr 7, 2005 12:00:20 GMT -5
Yes abrannan, also if you are a beginner I wouldnt stress a cobalt flux. I only stress a CF metal pad if people who really want to further progress their skill. I am not saying that you cant progress your skill with a soft pad, but there are limitations that come with them.
I would go the CF route if:
1. You have the desire to experience the arcade feel at home (although it is not 100%, its darn near close)
2. You have 350 bucks (tax included in that price) to spend, and willing to wait a while to get your pad.
3. You are fed up with buying soft pads because they crap out too soon.
about number 3...I was getting to the point where I would buy a new pad and it would crap out within the week I bought it, So thats why I bought a CF pad. And they are fairly easy to clean, just have to watch out for the wires. And dont slide your finger to pry up the metal...its sharp, and it hurts and will make you bleed *clutches thumb*...hehe
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