New Product: TurboTwist 2 - The Ultimate Spinner / Paddle control ! From GGG!

[Neilyboy]

Your Order Number is: 3080

Thanks so much

Neil

[RandyT]

I'm on the verge of putting in an order, but I think I might wait until the TokenKnobs are available. Any news?

This should answer your question: (shown next to the standard TurboTwist 2™ knob for reference purposes)

GroovyGameGear would like to introduce the TokenTop™ Premium Spinner Knob, specially designed to add even more ground-breaking features to the already impressive list of the TurboTwist 2™ spinner.

Features:

• Accu-Twist™ -The Worlds FIRST and ONLY "on-the-fly" arcade spinner resistance adjustment technology.  Go from free-spinning to any amount of knob resistance you desire with a simple 3-second adjustment.  Finally, you can have both the precision and original control feel of Arkanoid-style games.
  
• No ESC Required - The Energy Storage Cylinder is no longer required for prolonged spin when you use the TokenTop knob.  Reduces the vertical footprint of the TurboTwist 2 to an amazing 1.5" below 3/4" wood panels with no spinner performance penalty!
• Ultra-Durable - Solid CNC machined Stainless Steel Construction provides timeless elegance even when used in harsh environments.
• Ultra-Comfortable - Thick, soft rubber grip is inlaid over the entire contact surface of the knob to make extended use more enjoyable and slip free.
• Ruggedly Stylish - The beautiful satin finish and precision token inlay gives the TokenTop spinner knob a one-of-a-kind appearance that will enhance the look of any control panel.

Price is only $22.95 and will be on sale by this coming weekend.


RandyT

[JoyMonkey]

 

Payday can't come fast enough.

[Donkey_Kong]

Order placed just now.

Says the TT2 is sold out after I placed my order...randy I don't think you will miss in the special instructions...
Please Add BYOAC TOKEN KNOB and charge accordingly

Ordered my Token Knob before I seen the final!! Order #3079  
Can't wait! I can go start cutting and grinding on my NEW CP now in anticipation of arrival of new goodies TT2 w/wheel and Token Knob + Electric Ice!! See ya...

Features:


Accu-Twist™ -The Worlds FIRST and ONLY "on-the-fly" arcade spinner resistance adjustment technology.  Go from free-spinning to any amount of knob resistance you desire with a simple 3-second adjustment.  Finally, you can have both the precision and original control feel of Arkanoid-style games.

Function too...Bonus!! Thought the BYOAC token knobs were to just look perty!

[patrickl]

Do you have that knob without the coin inlay too? Or does it also take the space invader decals?

[Kaytrim]

Randy,

Any idea when you will come out with a lit knob made from the same material as your Electric Ice stuff?  The new token knob is nice bling but a lit knob would be the ultimate bling for a CP.     Especially when lit with a RGB LED and powered by your LED Wiz.   You would be the only manufacturer with this type of knob.

Though looking at the TT2 again you would do better retooling the spinner on the inside to include the RGB LED and a new knob made from the translucent meterial.  Then you can sell it as the TT Electric Ice model.

After all that then we would need an Electric Ice Joystick to finish out the ultimate bling bling.  A custom built Electric Ice Control Panel. 

[Fozzy The Bear]

GroovyGameGear would like to introduce the TokenTop™ Premium Spinner Knob

Fozzy The Bear would like to introduce another dent in his credit card....

WOHHH!! That is utterly awesome!! Why Oh Why didn't I wait until you released this. It's on the list for a New Year order 

Best Regards,
Julian (Fozzy The Bear)

[FrizzleFried]

I am interested in how the ACCU-TWIST function works...

...and if custom coins/etc can be added...

I mean I love you guys,  but I am not to sure about the BYOAC pimpage action for the cabinet...

[RandyT]

I am interested in how the ACCU-TWIST function works..

Loosen the knob with the included tool.  Raising lowers the resistance and lowering increases it.

...and if custom coins/etc can be added...

I mean I love you guys,  but I am not to sure about the BYOAC pimpage action for the cabinet...

Heh, it's a cool visual design regardless.  But it will also take an actual quarter as well as any of the tokens Santoro has had made.

The recess can be fitted with whatever you like.  I will be looking at different things to fill it as time goes on.  If the BYOAC tokens aren't your thing, you will be able to order it without and you can fill the recess with whatever you like.

RandyT

[FrizzleFried]

Loosen the knob with the included tool.  Raising lowers the resistance and lowering increases it.

How does the resistance work?  Is there something on the bottom of the spinner that,  when rubbing against the underside,  creates the resistance?

If the BYOAC tokens aren't your thing, you will be able to order it without and you can fill the recess with whatever you like.

Don't get me wrong...they do look nice...but to have the option to put whatever you would like in there is simply kickass.

You say that the weight isn't required with the knob,  how is the "feel" with both the knob and weight?

Thanks!

[KevSteele]

Looks like I'm going to have to order one of these for my GameRoom/RetroBlast tokens!

I'm intrigued by the functionality, especially the resistance.

[whammoed]

Loosen the knob with the included tool.  Raising lowers the resistance and lowering increases it.

I too must know more.  Are we talking friction with the flange of the spinner and the bottom of the knob?
Is the knob attached with a set screw, and if so do you have to remove the rubber band to get to it?

[RandyT]

Loosen the knob with the included tool.  Raising lowers the resistance and lowering increases it.

I too must know more.  Are we talking friction with the flange of the spinner and the bottom of the knob? 

You'll have to wait for actual users to give their reports on it after they get theirs and start using it.   Too much potential for uninformed speculation.

Is the knob attached with a set screw, and if so do you have to remove the rubber band to get to it?

There is very discreet hole for access to the set screw.  It's smaller than the tool that goes into it.  That's one of the nice things about rubber.

RandyT

[whammoed]

You'll have to wait for actual users to give their reports on it after they get theirs and start using it.   Too much potential for uninformed speculation.

Don't be silly, that never happens does it? 

There is very discreet hole for access to the set screw.  It's smaller than the tool that goes into it.  That's one of the nice things about rubber.

RandyT

Ah, clever.

[Kremmit]

The token recess on top of those knobs could be filled with clear epoxy, lacquer, or similar.  Just add your custom-printed graphics or whatever first, then pour the epoxy on top.

Or, maybe somebody can find clear, blank dome labels that measure .984"?  You know, like the ones they use on computer case badges or those groovy car keychains there's always a rack of?

[RandyT]

The token recess on top of those knobs could be filled with clear epoxy, lacquer, or similar.  Just add your custom-printed graphics or whatever first, then pour the epoxy on top.

Interesting thought.

Or, maybe somebody can find clear, blank dome labels that measure .984"?  You know, like the ones they use on computer case badges or those groovy car keychains there's always a rack of?

This is the route I was thinking.  However, finding the right size will probably be impossible.  I wonder what a custom run of those would cost?  (...off to scour the web)

RandyT

[Kremmit]

They're not outrageous if you want a decent-size run of just one design, and I think they will do them in whatever size/shape you want.  What I don't know is if there's anybody that will sell you a plain, clear dome that you can bond to custom, one-off artwork.

[RandyT]

They're not outrageous if you want a decent-size run of just one design, and I think they will do them in whatever size/shape you want.  What I don't know is if there's anybody that will sell you a plain, clear dome that you can bond to custom, one-off artwork.

Ok, not so hard to find them....hard to decide on a couple of universally appealing designs though.....any suggestions?

BTW, I came up dry on the "blank" domes.  That doesn't seem too promising, but I'll keep my eyes open.


RandyT

[Tiger-Heli]

Cool knobs - YOU can't be at a loss for ideas - I know you're just fishing for input to align your ideas with the mainstream customers!!!

Ok, not so hard to find them....hard to decide on a couple of universally appealing designs though.....any suggestions?

What is considered a practical order on this?  (i.e. is it a minimum of 100 so you could maybe keep 10 different designs, or is it a 10000, minimum, so you need to pick the best and only carry one style?)

Invert your invaders design - i.e. instead of a blue invader on a brushed metal background, a Silver Invader on a black background.
The MAME logo in silver on a black background - if you can get past Trademark issues.
The Arkanoid logo (Arkanoid text in same font as Marquee), again silver on black - possible copyright.
Same with Tempest.
The Vaus from arkanoid with a ball coming towards it, in silver.
The little yellow C-shaped thing from tempest, in silver or yellow with a black background.
The tempest screen (C-shaped thing and tunnel lines and red polygons), either in 4-color on black or silver on black.

"Mommy this machine ate 14,000 of my quarters!"

[JoyMonkey]

How about a label saying 'Twist to open'. That'll really confuse the party guests.

[JMB]

• No ESC Required - The Energy Storage Cylinder is no longer required for prolonged spin when you use the TokenTop knob.  Reduces the vertical footprint of the TurboTwist 2 to an amazing 1.5" below 3/4" wood panels with no spinner performance penalty!

RandyT

Doh!  Any discount if you already purchased the ESC?

[markrvp]

How about a label saying 'Twist to open'. That'll really confuse the party guests.

I don't care who you are, that's funny right there!   

[Kaytrim]

Ok, not so hard to find them....hard to decide on a couple of universally appealing designs though.....any suggestions?

Well there is one that shouldn't need mentioning but I'll do it anyway, the Groovy Game Gear logo or GGG for simplicity. 

How about a label saying 'Twist to open'. That'll really confuse the party guests.

I don't care who you are, that's funny right there!   

I have to agree this would be a hoot at parties. 

[FrizzleFried]

I think one of those psychadelic spiral things that when you spin it it looks like you are flying down a tunnel would be cool...

[RandyT]

Heh.  Thanks for all of the suggestions.  PoDunkMoFo set me straight on how these are done, so I think I'm going to tool up for and do them myself.  I already have a digital printer / vinyl cutter, so if I set up with the rest of it, the possibilities will be endless.  Might even find some other cool uses for the stuff once I get rolling.

Thanks,
RandyT

[Fozzy The Bear]

I think I'm going to tool up for and do them myself. 

Excellent!! Does that mean we can order custom designs for them??  Not trying to make your life difficult Randy honest I'm not.. 

Best Regards,
Julian (Fozzy The Bear)

[rockin_rick]

Randy, which knob would you recommend for Arkanoid?

By the end of next week there will be a knob available that I expect will be better for this type of game than any other knob prior to it. 

Is the token knob the knob you were referring to in this post?

Rick

[RandyT]

Is the token knob the knob you were referring to in this post?

Yes.  The variable resistance and overall feel of the knob make it especially suitable for Arkanoid-style games.


RandyT

[Kremmit]

Heh.  Thanks for all of the suggestions.  PoDunkMoFo set me straight on how these are done, so I think I'm going to tool up for and do them myself.  I already have a digital printer / vinyl cutter, so if I set up with the rest of it, the possibilities will be endless.  Might even find some other cool uses for the stuff once I get rolling.

Thanks,
RandyT

Sweet!

[Time Pilot]

Randy, this is one cool spinner!

Could you be more specific on what needs to be done to connect a trackball to the new OptiWiz (specifically a Happ).  You mentioned popping a resistor across the data lines before the trackball is connected.  What would the recommended resistor values be?  It would be fantastic to use the Spinner on Z and the Trackball on X/Y- it would replace my serial Opti-Pac and my problem of mouse IDs switching would be solved.  So many problems solved at once makes the TT2 cheap! 

Wohooo!

[Havok]

Invert your invaders design - i.e. instead of a blue invader on a brushed metal background, a Silver Invader on a black background.

I second that one !!!

[RayB]

Randy, this is one cool spinner!

Could you be more specific on what needs to be done to connect a trackball to the new OptiWiz (specifically a Happ).  You mentioned popping a resistor across the data lines before the trackball is connected.  What would the recommended resistor values be?  It would be fantastic to use the Spinner on Z and the Trackball on X/Y- it would replace my serial Opti-Pac and my problem of mouse IDs switching would be solved.  So many problems solved at once makes the TT2 cheap! 

Wohooo!

Should be a whole new thread.

[RandyT]

Could you be more specific on what needs to be done to connect a trackball to the new OptiWiz (specifically a Happ).  You mentioned popping a resistor across the data lines before the trackball is connected.  What would the recommended resistor values be?  It would be fantastic to use the Spinner on Z and the Trackball on X/Y- it would replace my serial Opti-Pac and my problem of mouse IDs switching would be solved.  So many problems solved at once makes the TT2 cheap! 

The resistor thing was before I did any trackball testing with the modified hardware.  I tried both an Atari and Betson/Imperial trackball and they work fine on the Master board with no modifications.  I haven't specifically tried the HAPP, so I can't say for sure.  But I have high expectations

RandyT

[nostrebor]

Could you be more specific on what needs to be done to connect a trackball to the new OptiWiz (specifically a Happ).  You mentioned popping a resistor across the data lines before the trackball is connected.  What would the recommended resistor values be?  It would be fantastic to use the Spinner on Z and the Trackball on X/Y- it would replace my serial Opti-Pac and my problem of mouse IDs switching would be solved.  So many problems solved at once makes the TT2 cheap! 

The resistor thing was before I did any trackball testing with the modified hardware.  I tried both an Atari and Betson/Imperial trackball and they work fine on the Master board with no modifications.  I haven't specifically tried the HAPP, so I can't say for sure.  But I have high expectations

RandyT

I was getting ready to ask this myself...

Thanks for checking them out for us!

[PoDunkMoFo]

Is there really a better reason to have a spinner?

[RandyT]

Is there really a better reason to have a spinner?

Very nice.  May I ? 

RandyT

[patrickl]

looks great! Or maybe the Tron spinner (picture from arcadeshop)

[PoDunkMoFo]

Very nice.  May I ? 

RandyT

Sure.  I will send you the file.

[Fozzy The Bear]

Is there really a better reason to have a spinner?

Very nice.  May I ? 

RandyT

Oh Yes Guys!!!! Please do it!!! Forget custom artwork from me... That's what I want on the top of my spinner... That is so good.

Just out of curiosity, Randy, Would this also fit in the top of Big Blue??

Best Regards,
Julian (Fozzy The Bear)

[RandyT]

Just out of curiosity, Randy, Would this also fit in the top of Big Blue??

If I can pull this off, just about anything will be possible.  (umm..that didn't sound like I meant it to)

RandyT