Iggy 102

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I was thinking of switching from the spectrum dx3rpro to the 4pks-r how do the compare is it worth the change?? Thanks

Dan

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Better feel for one...makes all the difference.

Iggy 102

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Is there any possibility that the spectrum receiver would work with the futaba?

wombat

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No. They each use different spread-spectrum signal technology (Futaba --> FAAST, Spektrum --> DSM).

As for is it worth the change: If you haven't had any problems with the DX3R I wouldn't bother, but its well reported that some people using spektrum have had problems with brownouts and range issues using Spektrum gear.

The Futaba is of a better built quality when compared to the DX3r and the FAAST system and rx's have proven to be more reliable and relatively glitch-free (eg some Spektrum systems have known to go a bit haywire at the track if there is someone using Flysky GT3 systems, the flysky FHSS somehow can clash with spektrum's DSM).

But the Futaba is also a lot more expensive, with some features that you may not end up using anyway.

It would be a personal preference pick.

Iggy 102

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Thanks good info keep it coming!!!

PFKAOG

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The 4pks-r is 10x better

Bishop

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The current Spektrum lineup can't match the likes of Futaba or Sanwa, KO etc for quality, likewise they don't seem able to match the ergonomics either, but some people still like them, and they are cheap with cheap receivers, but when you want quality comfortable equipment you can't go past the likes of Futaba etc.

Iggy 102

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So which receiver is choice for surface don't need four channel!

symmetricon

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futaba's fasst latency is much quicker than spektrums. it is very noticable.

Sean B.

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The one that it comes with. I wish they made a mini 2ch fasst receiver for 1/12th, but they don't. That being said, for sedan I use 4 terminals anyway (transponder, motor fan) so it comes in handy to have so many terminals.
The 4ch receiver is smaller than the older 3ch receiver.

badaml

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I don't have the 4pks-r, I have a 3pks. Excellent radio, zero issues. I will not go back to a Spektrum.

THNDRTECHSLASH

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After 5 years of glich free spectrum ownership my RC buddy put the new Futaba 4PKS-R in my hands and guess what I just ordered one. I will have some spectrum equipment for sale soon to offset the cost of the new equipment. $479.95 controller well ya better add 3 more R614FS Receivers for 4PKS $139.00ea plus $20 for shipping $916.95 and now I wait for the mail man ......