Originally Posted by
cdwilliams1
Radios using FHSS perform better than radios with DSSS. Spektrum is the only manufacturer still using DSSS. Everyone else has moved up to the better technology. In real world use, you'll probably not notice the difference unless you're at a big race with a lot of people, but why start with a disadvantage?
The other reason I don't recommend Spektrum is the brown-out issue. Savox servos and Castle speedos are know to brown out Spektrum receivers. They just don't supply enough power to the electronics, and the system will momentarily turn itself off. It takes a specific combination of gear for this scenario to occur, but it's real.
Finally, the cheapo chinese FlySky radios have been known to trample all over the signals of Spektrum radios. It's no fault of the Spektrum radio - it's the flysky radio behaving badly... but if you have racers using flysky in your local club you might want to stay on the safe side and avoid Spektrum.
My experience exactly. I switched from Spektrum and will never go back. This incurred an additional expense, which I was willing to accept. One "small" advantage Futaba has over Airtronics/Sanwa is that they are distributed by almost everyone. Also, you don't need the telemetry on the MT-4 for racing. 4PL FHSS recievers are cheaper. As you add more cars, you will appreciate the savings. Its almost a Ford vs Chevy. Hold both, see which one you like best.