Warning, nooby question coming: I'm pretty new to rc flight, i have a spektrum dx6i. If I'm shopping for a new plane that comes RTF and has a 2.4 GHz receiver, can i use my dx6i transmitter or does it NEED to have the DSX receiver in it?
Great job on the videos guys, you two work weel together. At the moment I have threee separate Transmitters all which came with my planes but I've been wanting a TX?RX I can use on all my planes ( more to be purchased in the future) and I was sure which direction to go Futabu,Spektrum or Jr but the DX8 price wise seems to be the best deal yet. Keep up the great work and I'll keep watching..
@gravekeepersFTW thats awesome, i was looking at the HAWKSKY for a while which i believe is the same but the bixler just took my fancy with the remote having the signal switches if its wired wrong haha
Very positive review but the radio that I actually bought at your suggestion is full of problems. In a short period of eight months it has been twice in service with gimbals problems. Be more informed when you give thumbs up to a product. Regards…
I agree the video editing was phenomenal, panning, zooming and close up was unbelievable you have a gift my friend. Nice side comments as well that all worked seamlessly. Congratulations to both of you.
heeyy l need help..!! l always lost telemetry signal after 200-250 meter,,is it normal ? recevier signal works greate just l have issue with telemetry,, did anybody also had this issue with telemetry.. ?
im a beginner i just got my blade mcx2. By the time i reached those levels of flying they probably come out with a DX9 peace cool vid very informational.
I would really like to buy this radio but I DO NOT TRUST DSM2/DSMX on bigger aircraft for full range. A good park flyer radio, but not good enough for the big gas stuff. I really wish I could trust their DSM2/DSMX, I've heard way to many bad things. I'm going to get the FASST system
I just bought a new radio and it has a built in price tag of 31 bucks. heheheh It will do what I need for that price. This dx8 is a real cool radio and has all the bells and whistles but 5 to 8 hundred bucks is way over priced. Sorry but If your new then work your way up.
I got annoyed at amateurish Josh at first (still occasionally want to slap him) but great combo of personalities, works well, great videos and well thought out. I wish I had this sort of help/information when I started in RC (back in the expensive pre (gasp) internet times). Now cheap prices for great quality, more help than you can throw a stick at by great guys like yourselves! Thumbs up. Great job.
I have been in this hobby since 1969, and have recently become more interested in electric flying. The industry has changed tremendously since then and it is great to see you both reviewing these new products! You 2 are like the Smothers Brothers of the R/C world. Your reviews are never boring, but to the point. Keep up great work!
Nice... You guys should do one like that on the HiTec Aurora9. I was torn between it and the DX8.
I went with the HT Aurora.
I use it in about 6 or 7 Park Flyers of mine.
BUT, my issue wound up being, that I really got hooked on the UM's, like Champ and UM Beast and UM T-28. They are all equipt with the tiny little DSM combo Rx.
Great stuff guys love the programs great channel. You really need to do some tight shots of the the TX's display when your explaining about the TX's features this has happened with the Expo video as well. I know this is hard in the field to capture the display so shoot these shots separately and drop them in would work well.
the dx8 deserves frequency hopping. ive seen people crash with spektrum, online and in real life. you might as well use hitec. props to spektrum, they are great but hitec is better.
Very professional camera work and above all, the two hosts present themselves well and are great on cam. Their personalities balance each other out and the video doesn't get boring or corny. I personally like how the technicality gets downplayed by the comments of the 2nd Josh character. There's no point in having a second host if he just does the same job as the first amiright? Great job.
Awesome review and great job guys! Only one thing and I hope I am not stepping on your toes but I hope I can be honest. The information is awesome but the moron Josh character is going too far. Some of the humor is cool but way too much for me. For me it subtracts from your video's because it is conjured up too much. More of a natural humor is far better and more entertaining if that is part of your goal. A good example of good humor would be rcpowers. Thanks for listening.
@TheFlyinghotdog LOL your a funny guy either you have no clue (if so you should look into said radios) or your in complete denial because you own a spektrum (if so I feel for you) good luck and have fun flying..
@0x33f So whats Spektrum a toy?? i've had a DX6i for a couple of years now and never had a problem with it so this (DX8) might be my next TX after xmas that is ;-) so saying a real radio is a bit lame in MHO.
@startazz not a toy but in the $400-$550 mid range TX market there a four better radios Futaba 8FG,Airtronics SD10G,hitec aurora 9 and JR 9503 all Four are better overall in programing features the Futaba and airtronics have better latency,Futaba airtronics and hitec have better 2.4g technology (the JR has DSM2 but it looks like they will jump the spektrum ship for frequency hopping) hands down the the DX8 is lacking in this price range but we all can decide for ourselves what works best
@0x33f So what happens if you already own a bunch of spektrum RX's. Then you have to replace all 10 or 20 RX with different equipment and relearn your thinking process of a different radio. You will never get what you paid for them. And do the other brands have the same amazing support as Horizon hobby? I basically have had nothing but succes with spektrum so far so I am stickin with em! In MHO.
@youtwoba Easy answer to your RX situation...you buy a JR :) but for people not heavily invested in spektrum RX's there are multiple choices in this price range that very well could be money better spent.
Regarding support hitec and airtronics/global hobby are great.Futaba/great planes could use some help.
Hey, great videos. The production quality is spot on!
However, (don't you hate the "however"?) I understand the good cop bad cop routine you guys are playing by using smart Josh and dumb Josh. It's a great way to get out lots of newb info without your viewers getting to ask any questions. But, IMHO, it's a little over done. Your content seems geared more toward a slightly more advanced enthusiast...and lately, dumb Josh is acting more like "special" Josh.
You guys rock please keep up the videos. The series you have going is by far the best i have seen. Hope to see alot more from you guys. I would love to see a video walk through of the Josh that flys to teach to Josh that doesnt fly. Thanks again keep it up
wow, and it comes with a neckstrap too! my dx6i didn't even come with one. great show, now let's see this radio in action and get some more planes up in the air. chop! chop!
Another great show but I think calling it an "Overview" or "Product Showcase" might be better suited than "Review" as all shows to date really aren't reviewing anything.
@Zagrebfico The DX8 is a great radio. If your a beginner and know you are going to stay in the hobby and have the cash: I would say go for it. But if not absolutly certain, I would say make it your second radio. It is kind of like picking out your first guitar...... Some go for one they will use foever and some choose one to get them over the hump of learning. The range specs are never really released,.. just know you will fly the plane out of site before you will loose control.
@joshuamelvin In regards to range, the main reason they don't release it is that there are so many factors that contribute to a loss of signal issue. They don't want to put a statement on the box that can easily be misinterpreted.
Great job again guys. I plodded into work knowing my prize slow stick is hanging, as I type, from the top of the tallest tree in my front yard. Then I saw the notification that flitetest had released a new video. :) While I'm still wondering how the heck I'm going to get the thing down...I get to crack a smile and forget about it for a while!
does the voltage thing tell you the batter life left?
cgeller13 2 weeks ago
0:45 LMAO- controller thingy ma nigger!! Lolololololololololololololol . Good job bro! NIGGERS suck
GeneticallySuperior1 2 weeks ago
Will you make a review of Graupner MX-20?? Great channel by the way! thanx.
HDNimbra 1 month ago
Warning, nooby question coming: I'm pretty new to rc flight, i have a spektrum dx6i. If I'm shopping for a new plane that comes RTF and has a 2.4 GHz receiver, can i use my dx6i transmitter or does it NEED to have the DSX receiver in it?
jbboom52 1 month ago in playlist REVIEWS
@jbboom52 Im pretty sure spektrum radios only bind to spektrum and JR receivers
TehProspector 3 weeks ago
@TehProspector ----- orange advertises that their receivers are compatible as well as others.
BushPilot444 4 days ago
Update your playlists
Master22RC 2 months ago
Very profesionaly done. Very impressed.
francepourmoi 2 months ago
Great job on the videos guys, you two work weel together. At the moment I have threee separate Transmitters all which came with my planes but I've been wanting a TX?RX I can use on all my planes ( more to be purchased in the future) and I was sure which direction to go Futabu,Spektrum or Jr but the DX8 price wise seems to be the best deal yet. Keep up the great work and I'll keep watching..
Dtipton6662 3 months ago
I turned it off at the $400 mark...
Still addicted to your channel but... I don't even have a plane yet, (getting a bixler soon)
JAMESHARTDRUMS 5 months ago
@JAMESHARTDRUMS dude i know im getting a sky surfer with brushless mottor
gravekeepersFTW 5 months ago
@gravekeepersFTW thats awesome, i was looking at the HAWKSKY for a while which i believe is the same but the bixler just took my fancy with the remote having the signal switches if its wired wrong haha
JAMESHARTDRUMS 5 months ago
Very positive review but the radio that I actually bought at your suggestion is full of problems. In a short period of eight months it has been twice in service with gimbals problems. Be more informed when you give thumbs up to a product. Regards…
qntt2002 5 months ago
Nice work. You just sold me on a DX8.
numbacpp 6 months ago
DONT TOUCH MY FU@KING STICKERS!!!!
fishstick0071 6 months ago
what about Braille? this sounds like fun
fishstick0071 6 months ago
NIce Job Guys as usual ..
lazertoyzvideo 6 months ago
0:46 "remote controller thingy ma nigger"
HeadShot360IN 6 months ago
i have a futaba attack4 is that good for a e flite taylorcraft
TheVinnyisawsome 7 months ago
I have a Jr Dsx7 radio now would this be a good upgrade? Or should I get something like an aurora9 or a JR9503?
chiavernwei 7 months ago
How cool is it that Bixler has a Signature plane, there's an ad for it on the side right now lol
MrROTD 7 months ago
I just ordered my dx8, so excited can't wait to play with it.
soulure 7 months ago
Spektrum DX8 or JR X9503 for a heli dude.
Joseph4Lakers 8 months ago
height would be cool for telemetry
rc18trocks 8 months ago
I agree the video editing was phenomenal, panning, zooming and close up was unbelievable you have a gift my friend. Nice side comments as well that all worked seamlessly. Congratulations to both of you.
T34Helicopter 8 months ago
what about helicopters
niplapla 9 months ago
I just love your intro's ! <3
IhsanFarisi 9 months ago
Transceiver on both ends if you wanna get technical :)
I like you guys, you're funny!
mickvk 9 months ago
Best part about the DX 8 is the Cheap Hobby King Receivers!!
I have never bought a overpriced spektrum receiver! Thanks Hobby King!
BigDestructor 9 months ago
Hi Flitetest team. Will you make a review of DX10T?
schumixmd 9 months ago 4
heeyy l need help..!! l always lost telemetry signal after 200-250 meter,,is it normal ? recevier signal works greate just l have issue with telemetry,, did anybody also had this issue with telemetry.. ?
waiting answer !!
Ty
realmavi 9 months ago
im a beginner i just got my blade mcx2. By the time i reached those levels of flying they probably come out with a DX9 peace cool vid very informational.
fortgreene31 10 months ago
Came in a little bit hot, huh Josh? Great vid guys!
martijnvangene 11 months ago
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realmavi 11 months ago
@realmavi My DX8 works absolutely fantastic soo, I'm not sure what kind of problems people have had but I havent had any.
MrDrob08 10 months ago
Where you get the plane ? I want that.
svaere12345678 11 months ago
DX7 $350 :O I paid $80 for mine :L
SuperPianowizard 11 months ago
Du you know how long the range is on this?
Glyro95 11 months ago
me want one!
edmari440 11 months ago
@blackdragon185
I would strongly recommend the DX8, I have one and I fly all sorts of models: Gas, Electric, Nitro, and it suits all my needs. :D
sebbysatan 11 months ago
Stickers!!!! LOL
bangyourhead99x 11 months ago
Great review guys
DX8 range is about 3klms and telemetry is about 2.2klms
JollySwagman2006 11 months ago
I would really like to buy this radio but I DO NOT TRUST DSM2/DSMX on bigger aircraft for full range. A good park flyer radio, but not good enough for the big gas stuff. I really wish I could trust their DSM2/DSMX, I've heard way to many bad things. I'm going to get the FASST system
UtRadioGuy 1 year ago
@UtRadioGuy
How does Model match work on FASST
carman3uk 1 year ago
@carman3uk - No clue!
UtRadioGuy 1 year ago
@carman3uk - Oh by the way I'm going to get a DX8
UtRadioGuy 1 year ago
beep bo bep
ZippyDk 1 year ago
I just bought a new radio and it has a built in price tag of 31 bucks. heheheh It will do what I need for that price. This dx8 is a real cool radio and has all the bells and whistles but 5 to 8 hundred bucks is way over priced. Sorry but If your new then work your way up.
lewandlo 1 year ago
great quality video and review.
thank you
RCjam0 1 year ago
What do you recommend dx8 or turngy 9x????
BlackDragon185 1 year ago
I got annoyed at amateurish Josh at first (still occasionally want to slap him) but great combo of personalities, works well, great videos and well thought out. I wish I had this sort of help/information when I started in RC (back in the expensive pre (gasp) internet times). Now cheap prices for great quality, more help than you can throw a stick at by great guys like yourselves! Thumbs up. Great job.
chiosex 1 year ago
I have been in this hobby since 1969, and have recently become more interested in electric flying. The industry has changed tremendously since then and it is great to see you both reviewing these new products! You 2 are like the Smothers Brothers of the R/C world. Your reviews are never boring, but to the point. Keep up great work!
Pennymokey 1 year ago
Nice... You guys should do one like that on the HiTec Aurora9. I was torn between it and the DX8.
I went with the HT Aurora.
I use it in about 6 or 7 Park Flyers of mine.
BUT, my issue wound up being, that I really got hooked on the UM's, like Champ and UM Beast and UM T-28. They are all equipt with the tiny little DSM combo Rx.
No worky with HT... :(
ThisisTheShady 1 year ago
you guys are cool with your vids
123rcflyer 1 year ago
ha ha ha i rilly wish you actully could find your target and shot them
123rcflyer 1 year ago
Great review .. I was looking to upgrade from DX6i .. You sold me :)
P.S. I hope you gave Josh the stickers .. His day would be well made :)
Oscar9900 1 year ago
amazing guys..........you have GOOD QUALITY VIDS, UR GOOD PILOTS, UR FUNNY, THE BEST OF RC.......KINDA
flyingchimp99 1 year ago
That guys is so funny!! lmao
YoungJDogg 1 year ago
Great stuff guys love the programs great channel. You really need to do some tight shots of the the TX's display when your explaining about the TX's features this has happened with the Expo video as well. I know this is hard in the field to capture the display so shoot these shots separately and drop them in would work well.
Keep up the good work : D
Kris UK
fisherboom 1 year ago
Hey Josh what the hammer behind you is for ??? :-D
wek2008 1 year ago
Wow, Josh is pretty dumb, but I will say Josh on the other hand is very knowledgeable.
"Let's talk about the stickers." ^_^
RoboTekno 1 year ago
the dx8 deserves frequency hopping. ive seen people crash with spektrum, online and in real life. you might as well use hitec. props to spektrum, they are great but hitec is better.
mrfourtysevenman 1 year ago
i thought the 8FG was ugly but the DX8 tops it hands down! screen is downright too small to see any data that the telemetry function has to offer.
irwinfc 1 year ago
Very professional camera work and above all, the two hosts present themselves well and are great on cam. Their personalities balance each other out and the video doesn't get boring or corny. I personally like how the technicality gets downplayed by the comments of the 2nd Josh character. There's no point in having a second host if he just does the same job as the first amiright? Great job.
zerggon 1 year ago 51
@zerggon Yeah, you're absolutely right, these are great videos.
There is a slight corniness in some of the commentary of the co-host, but it definitely keeps things very interesting so who gives?
PHeMoX 1 year ago
@zerggon baby josh is too cute...we would miss him too much... ;-)
taurustbolt 1 year ago
Great Video!
weymouthfox 1 year ago
Awesome review and great job guys! Only one thing and I hope I am not stepping on your toes but I hope I can be honest. The information is awesome but the moron Josh character is going too far. Some of the humor is cool but way too much for me. For me it subtracts from your video's because it is conjured up too much. More of a natural humor is far better and more entertaining if that is part of your goal. A good example of good humor would be rcpowers. Thanks for listening.
youtwoba 1 year ago
Great video. Very enjoyable.
jauchiu 1 year ago
Great video! You mentioned Aerotech Hobby. Is that the one in North Canton, Ohio?
georgesjunglerc 1 year ago
Lookin good Great vids on your channel Thanks for sharing.
TinkerManRC 1 year ago
Good review of the DX8 on a great channel = thumbs up.
startazz 1 year ago
@startazz yes good review but it would be nice to see a "real" radio reviewed such as airtronics or futaba
0x33f 1 year ago
@0x33f airtronics or futaba cant hold a candle to Spektrum.
TheFlyinghotdog 1 year ago
@TheFlyinghotdog LOL your a funny guy either you have no clue (if so you should look into said radios) or your in complete denial because you own a spektrum (if so I feel for you) good luck and have fun flying..
0x33f 1 year ago
@0x33f So whats Spektrum a toy?? i've had a DX6i for a couple of years now and never had a problem with it so this (DX8) might be my next TX after xmas that is ;-) so saying a real radio is a bit lame in MHO.
startazz 1 year ago
@startazz not a toy but in the $400-$550 mid range TX market there a four better radios Futaba 8FG,Airtronics SD10G,hitec aurora 9 and JR 9503 all Four are better overall in programing features the Futaba and airtronics have better latency,Futaba airtronics and hitec have better 2.4g technology (the JR has DSM2 but it looks like they will jump the spektrum ship for frequency hopping) hands down the the DX8 is lacking in this price range but we all can decide for ourselves what works best
0x33f 1 year ago
@0x33f So what happens if you already own a bunch of spektrum RX's. Then you have to replace all 10 or 20 RX with different equipment and relearn your thinking process of a different radio. You will never get what you paid for them. And do the other brands have the same amazing support as Horizon hobby? I basically have had nothing but succes with spektrum so far so I am stickin with em! In MHO.
youtwoba 1 year ago
@youtwoba Easy answer to your RX situation...you buy a JR :) but for people not heavily invested in spektrum RX's there are multiple choices in this price range that very well could be money better spent.
Regarding support hitec and airtronics/global hobby are great.Futaba/great planes could use some help.
Have fun flying
0x33f 1 year ago
Hey, great videos. The production quality is spot on!
However, (don't you hate the "however"?) I understand the good cop bad cop routine you guys are playing by using smart Josh and dumb Josh. It's a great way to get out lots of newb info without your viewers getting to ask any questions. But, IMHO, it's a little over done. Your content seems geared more toward a slightly more advanced enthusiast...and lately, dumb Josh is acting more like "special" Josh.
Did I say the production was great?
gjferg 1 year ago
@gjferg I like special josh he proves even slow people can have a hobby
0x33f 1 year ago
You guys rock please keep up the videos. The series you have going is by far the best i have seen. Hope to see alot more from you guys. I would love to see a video walk through of the Josh that flys to teach to Josh that doesnt fly. Thanks again keep it up
Mopar32985 1 year ago
wow, and it comes with a neckstrap too! my dx6i didn't even come with one. great show, now let's see this radio in action and get some more planes up in the air. chop! chop!
trublu2nu 1 year ago
Another great show but I think calling it an "Overview" or "Product Showcase" might be better suited than "Review" as all shows to date really aren't reviewing anything.
schooner2000 1 year ago
Great Show again.
I would subscribe again if I could.
Is this radio good for a begginer and what is its range withs its original reciever (it is full rang but how much is that in miles km)?
Is it worth the price?
Cant wait for more videos XD
Zagrebfico 1 year ago
@Zagrebfico The DX8 is a great radio. If your a beginner and know you are going to stay in the hobby and have the cash: I would say go for it. But if not absolutly certain, I would say make it your second radio. It is kind of like picking out your first guitar...... Some go for one they will use foever and some choose one to get them over the hump of learning. The range specs are never really released,.. just know you will fly the plane out of site before you will loose control.
joshuamelvin 1 year ago 9
@joshuamelvin The range is something you should test yourself though, as its actually dependent mostly on your receiver.
This can differ between individual receivers, even though most receivers will have a minimum range of about 300-500mtrs for sure.
PHeMoX 1 year ago
@joshuamelvin In regards to range, the main reason they don't release it is that there are so many factors that contribute to a loss of signal issue. They don't want to put a statement on the box that can easily be misinterpreted.
blackcatsqdn 1 year ago
Great job again guys. I plodded into work knowing my prize slow stick is hanging, as I type, from the top of the tallest tree in my front yard. Then I saw the notification that flitetest had released a new video. :) While I'm still wondering how the heck I'm going to get the thing down...I get to crack a smile and forget about it for a while!
tehlump 1 year ago 2
Nice video and nice radio, I know I have one. :)
freemarlochip 1 year ago
you guys are awesome !!!!!!
ankurkaul17 1 year ago
Good show again guys,
marinjeam 1 year ago