ThrustVector Controls Afterburner Encoder System Review by RetroBlast!
ThrustVector Controls Afterburner encoder system is an interface tool that allows you to hook up arcade-quality joysticks and buttons to the USB-HID compatible home computer in order to convert the computer into a real arcade machine. Afterburner also features tunable autofiring system, macro system that automatically plays the sequences, common-ground ghost-free system, and ability of programming through LCD screen.
RetroBlast! reviewed Afterburner from ThurstVector Controls and concluded that “I think the Afterburner is a great product which could do well for a specific market. I think the Afterburner will sell great for younger arcade-heads who are more heavily into games like frenetic Japanese shooters, or crazy combo fighting games, or arcade hobbyists who want a very specific customizable level of control. Unfortunately, nothing is ever black and white. Basically, the Afterburner has a lot of nifty features that I know a lot of people will love, and considering what you get, the price is very fair. But if you are putting together a simple MAME set up for the classics, look elsewhere.”
Pros
Insane level of customization for Macros and Autofiring
No Ghosting
HID-Compliant – no drivers to install
Encodes input into keyboard or joystick input
Save up to 96 configurations (with added Expander)
Configurations are non-volatile (Still saved after you power it down)
Sleek LCD Screen
Cons
Most expensive encoder on the market (excluding ones that carry video signals)
All programming of the Afterburner must be done with the included LCD screen
No mounting hardware for LCD Screen, Pots, or Sliders, or PCB feet
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