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New from Spektrum is the affordable DX5C. The DX5C was designed to offer a long list of features at a price that won’t break the bank. Here are some of its highlights- * 5 fully proportional channels * AVC electronic stability control * Race inspired ergonomics * Proven DSMR technology * Easy to read display * Adjustable steering wheel * Easy to learn SimpleScroll programming * Servo speed [...]
Have you been looking for a great deal on a high-end radio? If so, Graupner USA is having a sale on their top-of-the-line X-8E. We reviewed the X-8E a while back and thought it was a great radio, now until October 13th you can pick one up for just $299. Want to learn more? If so, use This Link to jump [...]
With the introduction of the DX5R, the folks at Spektrum and Horizon Hobby hoped to produce the ultimate basher radio. To be bashing oriented, it means to offer a whole lot of bang for the buck and the DX5R comes loaded with features for a very reasonable price point. We’ve been using the DX5R for a couple of months now [...]
The Futaba 7PX is getting super close to shipping here in the states. It is slated for an early October release date, a time that many Futaba fans are anxiously awaiting. We’ve gotten our chance to use the 7PX already and were really impressed. Its ergonomics are typical Futaba, meaning top shelf, and we found its menu system to be [...]
The crew over at Graupner wanted us to let you know they are having a Special Promotion on their X-8E radio system. For a limited time the X-8E will come with a free extra GR-8 receiver (for 2 receivers total), thus making the radio an even better buy. We reviewed the X-8E radio a few weeks ago and found it [...]
Graupner has a long history in rc. They have been in the hobby forever and have built all sorts of cool products for both the surface and airplane crowds. Several months ago Graupner released the X-8E radio system. The X-8E is the highest-end radio from Graupner and is absolutely loaded with features, yet it sports a relatively low price point. [...]
Hey everyone, the crew at PPR Reptile Radio Grips is having a sale. Right now you can snatch up one of their uber radio wheel grips for only $6.99 when you mention BigSquidRC. That’s right, just hit up the official PPR Reptile Wheel Grip website, mention BigSquidRC while ordering, and you instantly save some cash! The grips come in a [...]
The good folks over at Graupner have put out a press release about their MC-28 and MC-26 air transmitters. Both units are loaded with high end features at very affordable pricing. For example, the MC-26 is priced at just $499 yet comes with 16 channels, 120 model memory, Hall sensor quad bearing gimbals, an aluminum carry case, a gyro equipped [...]
New for the air crowd is the Graupner MZ-24 V2 Transmitter. The MZ-24 V2 comes with PRO software and sports 12 channels of output to control your every need. The transmitter comes with a carry case, 2 receivers, and a 4000mAh LiPo battery for plenty of airtime. Here are some of its other highlights- * 3.5″ TFT color touch screen * MP3 [...]
There are several high-end radios on the market, but one of the most unique is the Graupner X-8E. Why is it unique? Well, for several reasons. The X-8E comes its own hard-case right in the box, it sports a high-end 3.5″ touch sensitive display, and the fact that it even comes with a large 5000mAh LiPo battery makes it special. [...]
While RTR radios have come a long ways, they still leave a lot to be desired for the rc enthusiast. Upgrading from the stock radio to a higher-end unit can really help make life better for you. How is that? A good radio can control all your cars so you don’t have to drag around a whole box of RTR [...]
Here is a new specialty transmitter that is really cool, the Graupner MC-28 4D. The MC-28 4D is designed for use with high-end scale trucks, excavators, ships, or even with drones. It has the capability of controlling up to 16 different proportional channels, plus it has 120 different model memories. Here are some of its other highlights- * Integrated [...]
Have you ever wanted a radio with high-end features that didn’t come with a high-end price? That is exactly what the Spektrum DX5R is slated to do. The DX5R has pro-class ergonomics, like an adjustable drop down wheel, and is loaded with features, yet sports a street price of only $279. We have been testing the DX5R, but before our review [...]
While the BigSquidRC Bash Crew doesn’t make a point of reviewing all the latest “racer” oriented gear, we do make a point out of reviewing higher-end products when possible. It is true that most bashers use products at the lower end of the price range, yet there are still plenty of them that have no problem cutting the check for [...]
Coming in July from Futaba is the 16SZA telemetry radio. This is a 16 channel air radio that is fully compatible with FASSTest, FASST, T-FHSS and S-FHSS protocols. A large 4.3″ LCD screen makes it easy to see the menu system, while 16 channels make it extremely versatile. * Voice messaging with earphone jack * 30 model memory * EPA adjustments * Adjustable servo [...]
