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zugartha
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« on: October 21, 2015, 03:11:01 AM »

Hello,

This is my first topic so it might be in the wrong place. Either way, I'm preparing to buy my first ever lightsaber. My set-up is basically done: An Emerald R+B Saber with Obsidian V4.

My only concern are the switches. I've seen Lightsabers with 3-4 switches, which I don't like. If I buy an R+B Led lightsaber, how many buttons will it have?

Ideally, I'd like for a Violet Amethyst saber with only one button that I can plug into the PC and change the color to either red or blue. What would I need to do for this?

Best,
Ziggy
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« Reply #1 on: October 21, 2015, 03:39:59 AM »

Hi and welcome to the forum.  You will have one switch or button.  This will turn the saber on and off plus provide a clash lockup effect.  Since your choice is the 2-channel Emerald driver with the v4 Obs. you can manage your flash and pulse effects from your computer.  Will still use the same button for the flash lockup and to change the eight sound fonts.

So you need to decide if you are going with the standard black plastic guarded switch or pay a bit more for a silver or black AV switch with or without illumination.  You can request a VA as your main blade color and another color as a pulse and even another as a FoC.  US will install this on to your saber prior to shipping and then you can change it  at home.  Just remember that the Emerald driver board is situated higher on the left side of the battery pack and be mindful of the speaker.

For example.  I have the same Emerald as you.  Main blade red ( BR ) with quicker pulse to dark violet amethyst ( DVA ) and flash of Banes Heart ( BH - magenta pink ).  My request to have it sent this way placed in order comments.  Should have requested a slower pulse color change but I could modify it.

What saber are you getting ?  Don't forget an extra set of Li-Ion batteries and the VP1 charger is well worth the small extra cost.   Smiley
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« Reply #2 on: October 21, 2015, 03:50:59 AM »

Awesome! Having just one button is exactly what I wanted.

I'm getting the Manticore CE with a 40" blade. Getting it in VA with Bane's Heart FoC. The Manticore is pretty chrome, so it should look great with either color in the R+B spectrum.

I'm getting the VP1 charger for sure, and was interested in getting an extra set of batteries. Are these the ones I'd need to buy?:

https://www.ultrasabers.com/product-p/z-electronics-14500li-ion.htm

And if so, would I then have to pay $9 to have two sent?
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« Reply #3 on: October 21, 2015, 04:02:38 AM »

Yes those are the ones that you should have an extra pair for a total of $9.00.  Two batteries will be included inside the battery pack.  Also make sure that you have a blade plug for the times that the extra long blade is not in the saber.  The new circle design will look good.  Why have you chosen a 40" blade and what's your intended use for this beautiful saber ?    Smiley
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« Reply #4 on: October 22, 2015, 03:56:40 AM »

Hey,

I basically chose 40" since I'm 6"3 and anything shorter might look a bit small. I'm getting it because I love sabers, and have never owned one, so it's mostly looks, maybe light cosplay.
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