Suggestion Box/Wishlist: what do we want from Ultrasabers? Rebooted

[Groovidad]

A new thought on Emerald setups.  From what I read, a LOT of folks like the 2-Channel setups.  I can surely see why.  Was thinking, for those that like the "lighted A/V switch", it can be problematic, as the choices are: 1) dedicated to 1 ch in series; dimming flickering of switch when using that channel color for main blade, 2) Always On; battery drain and/or removing batteries or 3) dedicated to channel; loss of one color channel, in essence. 

Wouldn't a "3-CH" be just the right mix?  If you know you only need 2 colors for your color combos, the 3rd ch can be solely dedicated for the A/V switch.  No more removing batteries, no more "fading or pulsing switch", no loss of a channel you need.  Yet, there are those that don't mind the aforementioned BUT, it gives a LOT more options for setups!  Just my thoughts....I don't really see needing 4-Channel Emerald in most of the sabers I'll acquire but, I do see numerous 2-ch and a "3-CH" is a no-brainer for a 2-ch setup with lighted A/V switch, with its own, dedicated channel, much like the Emerald 4-ch. Any thoughts on this?

[Darth Logos]

Two thoughts on the Emerald driver.

1) Wish it had 5-channels. 4 to run the RGBW/RGBA cluster in all its glory plus 1 to run the AV
2) Color change the AV to truly match your Emerald blade
3) Does anyone know if/when they will have the Emerald board in line with the V4 Obsidian? So when you change sound fonts you can also change blade color. (have seen this elsewhere for a pretty penny)

I know I said 2, but...shut up.

[Dorkter Loveless]

Two thoughts on the Emerald driver.

1) Wish it had 5-channels. 4 to run the RGBW/RGBA cluster in all its glory plus 1 to run the AV
2) Color change the AV to truly match your Emerald blade
3) Does anyone know if/when they will have the Emerald board in line with the V4 Obsidian? So when you change sound fonts you can also change blade color. (have seen this elsewhere for a pretty penny)

I second these options!!! Especially the 5-channel emerald for the flamberge to control the cross blades.

[Groovidad]

Two thoughts on the Emerald driver.

1) Wish it had 5-channels. 4 to run the RGBW/RGBA cluster in all its glory plus 1 to run the AV
2) Color change the AV to truly match your Emerald blade
3) Does anyone know if/when they will have the Emerald board in line with the V4 Obsidian? So when you change sound fonts you can also change blade color. (have seen this elsewhere for a pretty penny)

I know I said 2, but...shut up.

Darth Logos, hold up 2 fingers next time! I whole heartedly agree!  A "5-ch" setup would be the "end all"!  But for us frugal padawans, a 3-ch wouldn't hurt our pocketbooks!  I really like the A/V sync!  That would be just too magnificent!  Point to you!

[Inzane]

Although im new here. I agree with a few suggestions in this thread and i will add my own from being a customer from canada.

-Bladeless options to cut cost, especially on shipping is good idea. especially for ppl outside of USA.
-Ahsoka saber. both old and new. great idea. huge fan of clone wars and the new rebels series.
- more "inspired by" designs.
- more unique designs and custom options like leather wrapping etc. on the right saber, it looks beautiful.
- and finally and the biggest one for me. better shipping options for canadians when shopping for odds and ends. currently i would pay the same shipping for something simple say a pommel  as i would pay if i bought a whole saber set up. and thats just wrong imo. i shouldnt have to pay 30$ shipping on a 20$ pommel. and your stuck with the one option. just send it economy. i dont need fed ex.

Oh I agree with this one big time.   I've only bought once so far and was very disappointed there was no USPS option to Canada.   And since my purchase was a grab bag I compared the shipping with and without a blade and it made no difference which made zero sense.

[Syl-Rel Veloci]

Colored Hilts with etchings like the Reaper. Green, Purple, etc. Maybe more Blue accents on current hilt designs?

[Groovidad]

Oh I agree with this one big time.   I've only bought once so far and was very disappointed there was no USPS option to Canada.   And since my purchase was a grab bag I compared the shipping with and without a blade and it made no difference which made zero sense.

Insane, yeah, been down that road.  I live in Hawaii and face the same shipping issues.  I hate to say it but, it is what it is, at least for the present.  It really makes me think about my orders more carefully.  Hopefully in the future, more shipping options will exist(?)

[Darth Logos]

I second these options!!! Especially the 5-channel emerald for the flamberge to control the cross blades.

I like how you think. Perhaps if they split the load amongst the 4-channel board they might be able to accomplish a 2-channel effect on the Flamberge. Channels 1 & 2 could be used to operate the Main blade, while channels 3 & 4 could run the guard blades. You should totally ask Emory if that is possible.

[Zren Tobas]

How about a curved Shock saber please? Then I'd join the curved saber club I don't think a curved version would be that long, probably about the same length as the normal Shock but maybe a few inches added under the emitter area

[Lord Canterbury]

I like how you think. Perhaps if they split the load amongst the 4-channel board they might be able to accomplish a 2-channel effect on the Flamberge. Channels 1 & 2 could be used to operate the Main blade, while channels 3 & 4 could run the guard blades. You should totally ask Emory if that is possible.

In terms of Control, I don't see any reason why splicing the channel wires would not work.

My concern would be power - I am guessing the resistance is set to properly power 1 set of diodes.  If you splice & double the diodes with the same current, would the blade be dimmer? I'm leaning Yes, but I can't answer that with certainty.  That's just the only potential problem I can think of.

[Groovidad]

In terms of Control, I don't see any reason why splicing the channel wires would not work.

My concern would be power - I am guessing the resistance is set to properly power 1 set of diodes.  If you splice & double the diodes with the same current, would the blade be dimmer? I'm leaning Yes, but I can't answer that with certainty.  That's just the only potential problem I can think of.

You're on point with your reasoning, Lord.  In order for them to "split" the color scheme, 1st they would have to put an LED in each side emitter.  Then, your correct on more voltage to drive the extra LED's.  US is pretty slick when it comes to building these sabers.  It could be done BUT, at what expense?  Right now, an LED with FoC functionality is $70, $35 w/o, on US site.  Add in the extra wiring and resistors, batteries, battery holder, yadda, yadda (that's electrical engineer talk) , You're probably looking at a Flamberge around $600! I know it's easy configuring a regular saber over $500 with EVERYTHING. Not sure a Flamberge would garner the same following(?) Just my humble opinion.

[Dorkter Loveless]

I like how you think. Perhaps if they split the load amongst the 4-channel board they might be able to accomplish a 2-channel effect on the Flamberge. Channels 1 & 2 could be used to operate the Main blade, while channels 3 & 4 could run the guard blades. You should totally ask Emory if that is possible.

Darth Logos,
I suppose that would work, I was thinking more along the lines of being able to turn your cross blades on and off while still keeping your four options open for either RGBW/RGBA or keepng RGB options while having dedicated channels to the AV and the cross blades.

I don't feel right about asking/suggesting an idea that is not one of my own. I'd much prefer it if you took the credit for your concept/idea. nothing against contacting Emory (I ave a couple times now and I think I'd like to give him a breather) it just doesn't settle with me taking credit for someone else.

[Dorkter Loveless]

You're on point with your reasoning, Lord.  In order for them to "split" the color scheme, 1st they would have to put an LED in each side emitter.  Then, your correct on more voltage to drive the extra LED's.  US is pretty slick when it comes to building these sabers.  It could be done BUT, at what expense?  Right now, an LED with FoC functionality is $70, $35 w/o, on US site.  Add in the extra wiring and resistors, batteries, battery holder, yadda, yadda (that's electrical engineer talk) , You're probably looking at a Flamberge around $600! I know it's easy configuring a regular saber over $500 with EVERYTHING. Not sure a Flamberge would garner the same following(?) Just my humble opinion.

My concern would be power - I am guessing the resistance is set to properly power 1 set of diodes.  If you splice & double the diodes with the same current, would the blade be dimmer? I'm leaning Yes, but I can't answer that with certainty.  That's just the only potential problem I can think of.

I'm not entirely sure if I follow your concerns/statements correctly but if you are referring to a loss of power due to installing multiple LEDS, my understanding from the review videos is that the Flamberge already has two additional LEDs in the emitter and that (for example) if you dedicate channel 4 to the cross blades then you can control whether of not they turn on when you turn on the saber. again this is from what I've seen on the review videos linked directly from the US site next to the Flamberge's description. by the way if I'm getting a (figurative) 5-channel I'm not going to need to get extra LED's/quick disconnects/FoC etc. which would help with cost but it would still cost a pretty penny

if I am why off on my understanding of your concerns/statements please feel free to correct me.

also @ Groovidad, I completely agree to the concept of a 3-channel drive as well. a point to you good sir! (dark or light?) but I also think a RBGWA (or at least that's what I'm picturing in my head right now) driver would be an amazing option I'd be willing to try at least once. its really hard for me to decide between an 4-channel W or A for my next saber.

[Groovidad]

I'm not entirely sure if I follow your concerns/statements correctly but if you are referring to a loss of power due to installing multiple LEDS, my understanding from the review videos is that the Flamberge already has two additional LEDs in the emitter and that (for example) if you dedicate channel 4 to the cross blades then you can control whether of not they turn on when you turn on the saber. again this is from what I've seen on the review videos linked directly from the US site next to the Flamberge's description. by the way if I'm getting a (figurative) 5-channel I'm not going to need to get extra LED's/quick disconnects/FoC etc. which would help with cost but it would still cost a pretty penny

if I am why off on my understanding of your concerns/statements please feel free to correct me.   

also @ Groovidad, I completely agree to the concept of a 3-channel drive as well. a point to you good sir! (dark or light?) but I also think a RBGWA (or at least that's what I'm picturing in my head right now) driver would be an amazing option I'd be willing to try at least once. its really hard for me to decide between an 4-channel W or A for my next saber.

Interesting...I based my statements on the review by US.  Didn't see anything in the explanation about "other" LED's.  So, there are 2 or 3 separate MLS units in the  Flameberge?  That would make sense.  So, how many batteries run the system?  I will have to search some buyer reviews.  Thanks for setting me straight!

[Zren Tobas]

Regular custom blade sizes please, like also in the regular blades but already pre-made if possible, like the new custom Ultra Edge blades. Unless we'd still have to add our own film in though