i am very much into racing and definately want to go spektrum. i'm between the m11 or the dsx3 spektrum radio. right now i have a mx3 and am pretty happy with the different settings it has. will i ever use the settings on the m11 or is it really over kill. i know there is alot of stuff on there. the dsx3 radio is nice but some people say it doesn't really have many settings on it at all. it's just a basic JR radio layout. any opinions would be appreciated.
brian
the only setting i've used were end point adjustments.
I have the m8. I thought it had to much stuff on it, but now I use most of them. It just took some time to figure it all out. I would go with the m11 you will never out grow it...
I'd highly recommend the M8 or M11. The M11 has a few more features, but its hard to say you'd miss them vs. the M8... the extra$$ will impact you more than anything else.
Either way you'll never regret buying one. I upgraded to a M8 w/ Spektrum and use almost every feature it offers. Very easy to use, all features are on the same screen so there is no scrolling or searching around. Easy to set up and you won't have to refer to the manual everytime you need to change something.
While were on the subject...
I'm looking into the M8/spektrum setup as many seem to use it/like it on this board. If buying used, what kind of pricing should I be looking for to consider it a good deal? I was on ebay and I didn't spot any ready to go packages, so it's looking like I need to buy the radio and spektrum stuff separate.
I got my M8 for I think $180 with 2 Rx's and 2 sets of crystals but that was a while ago about 2 months before the spektrizzle was released.
I say spend the money and get the M8 or M11. Its top notch stuff and soo simple to use after you get used to it. the adjustments are really great and the thing can do everything but make toast for you! basically if you get an M8 or 11 you will never need to buy another radio because they are just that good.
I'm wondering where is all the Nomadio talk? before its release it was supposed to rule the world and nobody would want a spektrum after the nomadio was released but that for sure isn't happening.
Qwk01ta, The DSX3 Spektrum is a remodled older style JR XR3. There are a few nice features, but it does only have 3 model memory. I'm not sure how many cars/trucks you plan on running the Spektrum with, but if over 3, you'd be much better off with the M8 or M11. I really do not know why Horizon didn't base the Spektrum off a newer model radio, with more model memory, more comfortable styling, more features...
thenewguy821 Wrote:I really do not know why Horizon didn't base the Spektrum off a newer model radio, with more model memory, more comfortable styling, more features...
so people like me can afford it.
I am using M8 with spektrum. I like it so far but definately need time to firgure out all the features on it. The next best thing I would buy if I ever want to change my current radio would be Futaba 3PK loaded with spektrum.
I have the M8 with spektrum also, and I love it.
Its one of the best things Ive bought for my truck and I cant believe I didnt get it sooner then I did.
I picked mine up off of ebay for $300 package deal brand new in the box never been opened
yea i would like to own either of the two but until i get a raise thats not gonna happen!
i was in the same boat, needed a new radio, wanted spectrum but didnt have the budget to up 250 at the time. bought a used m8 for 100, and bought the novak stuff for it for 45.
so i got 145 in a supa nice radio, now i just sold the novak stuff for 50 and bought a spek for 125 new.
225 for m8 w spek vs DX3 ( which i did really want as i was using a XS3 at the time)
im so glad i got the M8. one ther factor is if somthing goes bad with the M8 spec you can pop the module out and use somthing else while it gets fixed.
You'll be happier with the M8 or M11 in the end. Too many features at first, but you'll eventually figure it all out.
The M8 spektrum combo is a nice set up. but take the time to learn all the radio features , and use them to your advantage.
If you dont want to use all the features and you just want throttle and steering then get the spektrum radio.
Mr. Tune Wrote:While were on the subject...
I'm looking into the M8/spektrum setup as many seem to use it/like it on this board. If buying used, what kind of pricing should I be looking for to consider it a good deal? I was on ebay and I didn't spot any ready to go packages, so it's looking like I need to buy the radio and spektrum stuff separate.
I paid $175 for the M8 w/ Spektrum module only (no Rx)
I have watched the M8 on Ebay usually go from $100-125 for the Tx only...backlit versions go for a little more.
Spektrum Rx are hard to find for much less than $70 ea. new...although I did get one for $65
i actually found my m8 and spektrum online for 225 shipped. Both were fairly new and only used for a months time to race on weekends like we do. Once i saw 225 i jumped on that. Definatly one of the best things i did as far as a radio.
That's a GREAT deal. I originally was going to get, and still might, the Nomadio Sensor. But $500 was a bit steep in the end. The Spektrum DX3 is a bit basic but it's ok. I'd really like some of the features on the better radios and the temp sensor that transmits to the radio.
most people dont use anything more than endpoint adjustment and EXP both of witch are on the spek radio.
Obsessive R/C Wrote:Spektrum Rx are hard to find for much less than $70 ea. new...although I did get one for $65
I think I was watching the same auction few days ago for $65.00 BIN. I was going to buy it as spare and send one of my receiver for repair (too much glitch and I don't know why and the fail safe just kick in whenever it likes).
Ok, I found this
Spektrum Voltage Protector NEW-#SPM1600 and what it does? It says it helps when you run 4 cells, this might be what I am needing since my fail-safe kicks in all the time. I am running 5 cells and battery pack is fully charged and it still the same. :confused:
thats only gonna help for slit second high amp loads.... it WILL not fix a constant low voltage problem.
I found out the real problem! It was the damn receiver that went bad. When ever there is a vibration, it will lost signal -- thus fail safe kick in.
Bought another one at Leisure today and going to send the bad receiver back for repair.