Build Your Own Arcade Controls Forum
Main => Main Forum => Topic started by: Siris on October 13, 2009, 11:50:10 pm
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Ok, I know that all control panels are different slanted,flat,degrees,etc... But what would you all say is probably the most agreed upon height of the CP measuring them all the same as in height to the center of the top of the CP?
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How tall are you?
If the cabinet is yours, make it so it's comfortable for you. If it's for when your friends come over and everyone plays or your wife likes to play, then you'll need to split the difference.
Tip: If you make it more comfortable for her, you'll get to keep it in the living room longer ;).
In general, measure from the floor to your elbow when you are standing straight. Then subtract 2 to 4 inches.
For reference, a Defender cab is almost exactly 42" from the ground at the front of the panel. Galaxian 37" (Seems a little low and it makes me want hunch) and a Crystal Castles is 38 1/2". The Crystal Castles seems to be the most natural for me.
RandyT
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Thank You Randy!
That is exactly the kind of reply I was hoping for. I would like a vast average of original cabs.
It would be awesome if folks could guesstimate the center height on slanted panels.