The ColorIt is highly a point of preference on what color you desire. Depending on the color you choose also determines the amount of batteries you will require to power your saber. This is due to mix colors such as SunRider's Destiny, Violet Amethyst, and Arctic Blue as they use more than one LED to achieve the color. Pictures of different colors are abundant in the reviews section.
Another option is when you purchase a saber in Adegan Silver, it will ship with color discs. You can use these discs to alter the color of the light. Here are some links to a topic and some pics of filters in action. Remember that filters are subtractive of the brightness of the LEDs, so its a matter of preference.
Education on Blade Types and Opinions by Deep Himself
http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=3096.0Filter Topicshttp://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=2761.0http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=1760.0Filter Picshttp://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=2346.0http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=2748.0Some hilts will have the option of having an RGB setup. That is it will have 3 separate switches for Red, Blue, and Green. You can have multiple switches on at the same time, so you can create 7 different combinations of colors. Note that this will also increase the size of the hilt in some cases.
RGB demohttp://youtu.be/N3KmmbRO5kMAnother option is quick disconnects, which is available on select lightsabers. This will allow you to change out LEDs. Quick disconnects are a wonderful money saving option if you want multiple colors. They set it up for you so its very easy.
Quick Disconnect TopicQuick Disconnect Video
http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=3381.0#msg41980Please note the reviewer's comment on the different sizes of LED modules. Here are the links for easy viewing
LED Module (small)
http://www.ultrasabers.com/product-p/led%20module.htmThis smaller unit is compatible with Aeon, All Prophecy Models, All Initiate v2 Models, All Dominix v2 Models, All Liberator Models, All Standard Issue Models, and the Redemption. It is important to note that all of these hilts do not have the option of quick disconnect on their product page. This unit is mainly sold for DIY projects and the hilts listed are for reference.
LED MLS Unit (large)
http://www.ultrasabers.com/product-p/mls.htmThese larger units currently fit into the Bane, War Glaive, Dark War Glaive, Consular, Archon v2, Bellicose and Raven models. All these hilts have the option of quick disconnect on their product pages.
http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=2144.0It is also nice to note that, if you ask nicely, you can ask the good folks at UltraSabers to tweak some LEDs to get a desired color. E.g. Violet amethyst with more blue to achieve an indigo/darker violet color.
BatteriesLightsabers would not be lightsabers without light, and light needs energy. Batteries play an important role in any lightsaber. Just like you wouldnt put water in the gas tank, you want good batteries for a nice bright blade. Each battery type has their pro's and con's. Popular brands to use in lightsabers are:
Alkaline: Duracells, Energizers NiMH: Sanyo eneloop, Tenergy
Lith-Ion: Energizer or Lith-Ion setup from Ultrasabers
Lithium Ionhttp://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=1727.0http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=1581.0As you probably read Lithium Ion is the best of the best. Your saber will be bright until it dies.
Note that Lithium Ion setup is available in select sabers.
Alkalines and NiMHhttp://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=484.0http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=1846.0There's nothing wrong with Alkalines or NiMH. Its just an option for some who cant get a Lith-Ion setup in smaller sabers, or those a little short of cash.
Some key Questions to ask when choosing batteries.
How often will i be using my saber?
Do i want a bright blade?
Do i have a custom color?
The EndBefore you check out, there is a comments box before you checkout in the checkout process. Here you can put in any requests about your order.
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[email protected] [email protected]Congratulations on your saber purchase. No matter what you chose, any worries will melt away once you pull it out of that UPS box, and swing (cut) around for the next week or 2 or months or years.
Once your saber ships, you will get reward points. UltraSabers rewards customer loyalty and repeat customers. For every dollar you spend you will get one point. 10 points = $1 in store credit which you can store up and use towards your next purchase.
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May the Force Be With YouNote: I am not an employee nor am I affiliated with Ultrasabers operations. I am just a humble newcomer to the world of combat-ready lightsabers and decided to help any other newcomers.