Thrustmaster T-GT Wheel Thread

It turns out T-GT is simply GT branded PS4 version based on TS-PC and isn't direct drive. I feel...

  • Excited - Still a new and the improved wheel for PS4 by Thrustmaster

    Votes: 7 16.7%

  • Fine - Knew it won't be direct drive all along

    Votes: 9 21.4%

  • Disappointed - Not a direct drive

    Votes: 11 26.2%

  • Extremely Disappointed - Not drive drive and poor pedals set

    Votes: 15 35.7%
  • Total voters
    42
  • Poll closed .
Not really that interesting at all mate lol....

He also helped "hands on" with the "DFGT" nothing more than marketing spiel my friend.
Dont beleive me fine, just listen to this garble of partnership/marketing!



On the downside if they have a very strong collaboration now with Thrustmaster can we really see much urgency in Sony/PD offering Fanatec an official license as a direct competitor?

Some of my thoughts to share nothing more....

Dual Analogue
  • This would enable head viewing for looking left/right while driving that is possible on a controller but not typical wheels. Back on PS3 GT5P and G25 as the leading working wheel remember we found a way to use controller and wheel at same time for this purpose.
  • Also for menu screens for rotating the car or the new decal editor etc with this wheel they would potentially not be at a disadvantage to controllers. Common problem with Forza and using a wheel.

Transducer Possibility
Regards the possible transducer that looks like resembling the housing of a "Dayton Puc" the smallest units made by those I believe at "Parts Express / Dayton Audio". A traditional tactile requires an audio signal and amplification.

While not likely it is possible that they could be taking USB audio into the wheel and the wheel has a small internal amplifier to enable the tactile to be used. If this was the case then the wheel would also have control to adjust the volume of this.

What are the features of the "SH" & "OP" buttons?
 
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Mr Latte
Not really that interesting at all mate lol....

He also helped "hands on" with the "DFGT" nothing more than marketing spiel my friend.
Dont beleive me fine, just listen to this garble of partnership/marketing!



On the downside if they have a very strong collaboration now with Thrustmaster can we really see much urgency in Sony/PD offering Fanatec an official license as a direct competitor?

Some of my thoughts to share nothing more....

Dual Analogue
  • This would enable head viewing for looking left/right while driving that is possible on a controller but not typical wheels. Back on PS3 GT5P and G25 as the leading working wheel remember we found a way to use controller and wheel at same time for this purpose.
  • Also for menu screens for rotating the car or the new decal editor etc with this wheel they would potentially not be at a disadvantage to controllers. Common problem with Forza and using a wheel.

Transducer Possibility
Regards the possible transducer that looks like resembling the housing of a "Dayton Puc" the smallest units made by those I believe at "Parts Express / Dayton Audio". A traditional tactile requires an audio signal and amplification.

While not likely it is possible that they could be taking USB audio into the wheel and the wheel has a small internal amplifier to enable the tactile to be used. If this was the case then the wheel would also have control to adjust the volume of this.

What are the features of the "SH" & "OP" buttons?
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I find that bit "very linear, powerful and high torque" to be exciting. Of course every comments on any branded product will have some marketing spiel. But if not lost in translation, "linear" could, and I stress the word "could" mean better/quicker ffb response even if it ain't a direct drive. Any substantial improvement is most welcome. Just don't do a Logitech G29. :lol:

And a small tactile transducer should be enough to provide reasonable amount of vibrations to mimick road surfaces/engine vibrations. It's a nice feature if that's really the case and hope that they also have it in the pedals for the complete experience to cover ABS etc.
 
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WJHMH
Great, I just bought a T300 Ferrari Alcantara last week.
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You won't regret it. I love my T300, excellent wheel (especially for the money).
If the new wheel is a serious step up, it will also probably cost twice as much as the T300 set.

[[Also, Knowing TM the release will be November but hard to get it until early 2017 in many countries]]
 
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It looks to me like they used the T500rim as a base and the added a new button box assembly to it. If this is the case then those adjustable dials will be too far away to be able to adjust brake bias on the fly without taking a hand off the wheel. As it is, I have a hard enough time reaching the O button to activate my hand brake in the rally cars.

The buttons and dials look cool but how practical will they actually be?
 
Looking at things it does not make sense to have this sell in price line similar to the T300 as that will be the more entry compatible product they offer.

Notice that T300 was used in the competition and not the T500 with original GT embellishment that you would of thought suited more the event. So this to me is good reason to expect that this will be their premium product and bottom line, can it offer a performance closer to the Fanatec V2 and cost less.

I think that is a more realistic target as it will be mass market and not like specialist enthusiast wheels. The tactile thing is a gimmick [imho] if indeed that is what it is. May have mixed opinions by users if it is a benefit or not. Id prefer stronger wheel rumble than engine effect.
 
Very nice. Just had my t300rs though, wonder if the wheel itself could fit on my base, I like the look of it. My base already fits every single thrustmaster wheel out right now
 
Hi Everyone

I just got the email reply from thrustmaster about the new wheel, from there, I guess we should wait for a long time probably till Jan 2017 this wheel will be release. The following is the email.

Regarding your Thrustmaster product.


We thank you for your interest in Thrustmaster products and for reaching us regarding your inquiry.

With this event, we are confirming that Thrustmaster continues its partnership with Polyphony to provide its racing community with new experiences by investing in development projects.

More will be revealed about this product in the months to come, but it is the result of a lasting and intense collaboration with Polyphony, with the aim of meeting new expectations.

This implies that this racing wheel’s positioning will truly set it apart from the rest of the range.

At this moment we cannot provide you with any of the details that you have requested in your email.

We thank you for your understanding and we rest at your disposal for any other inquiries.

Thrustmaster Technical Support is at your disposal for any other information you may need. You can reach us online at the following addresses:

http://ts.thrustmaster.com/eng for the latest updates and FAQs

or by telephone at one of the numbers listed on the following page: http://ts.Thrustmaster.com/eng/index.php?pg=contact
Kind regards,


Your Thrustmaster Customer Support Agent, Octavian


PS: To ensure the most efficient follow-up of your query, please be sure to include the reference number [574730-1463935883] of your file in the subject line of any emails you may send us later on.

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From Gran Turismo Event recently, there was a newly designed GT branded Thrustmaster Wheel being displayed at the event, I want to know when this new wheel will be released and its estimated price.



Any thoughts about this???
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Not interested in the rim, but the base looks intriguing. It looks like it would work with the whole ecosystem thing. If it turns out to be any good, I might have to consider that when my T300 base blows up.
 
I think this new steering wheel will be in the same range if price if even higher than the Fanatec V2 CSW!
 
wajdi1977
I think this new steering wheel will be in the same range if price if even higher than the Fanatec V2 CSW!
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Why do you think so. Based on manufacturing cost, fanatec is for sure higher than Thrustmaster. Fanatec have to use machining rather than Thrustmaster's module. Fanatec is built with all metal, with real racing quick release. One the contrary, thrustmaster is plastic.
 
Soulfresh_ACV
Didn't notice, however this thread will remain as a general discussion thread for all matters of the product including mods, tips, issues, support etc. throughout the product life cycle when it comes out.

I'll leave it to @wprpalmeida if he wants to merge the conversations. ;)
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i believe we should merge the other thread into this one, as this one is way more active.



on a side note, is it weird to be anticipating this wheel way more than the GT Sport game?
 
For people expecting a more powerful system, I think you need to remember it's still got the same plastic steering wheel column. That, IMO, has always been the weak spot of the T500. I don't see how you could keep the same design, have a significantly more powerful motor, and not tear that plastic to shreds.
 
Honestly, it looks way too clunky for my tastes. Just too bulky looking. I like the more minimalistic look of the T300 rim. However, I am excited to see how this stacks up to the competition, and what it brings to the table. 👍
 
It doesn't make sense to me to have a tactile transducer on the back so I doubt it's that. It would make more sense to have something in the actual rim like the CSWv2 does as opposed to on the base, which is bolted or clamped to your rig and so the effect of the vibration would be absorbed by your rig and the base then travel through the quick release in to the wheel. I don't see a big need for it any way. All the feedback you need should come from the force feedback of the wheel base, I don't get any feedback from the vibration in my CSWv2 that I can recall.

Perhaps it's a heat sink or a bearing housing.
 
It is surprising news indeed and for many perhaps is exciting but real customers will be the ones to determine just how good the wheel is.

Sorry I no longer buy into his marketing BS. If it betters a Fanatec V2 in power or overall as a better performing wheel then great but like others pointed out the main base and shaft is plastic so while its delivery of power may be improved will it have much more?

Certainly good news that it may be a good upgrade over the ageing T500RS......
 
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This is definitely way out of my price range for sure. Good for GT though, it looks like they are really getting serious about the physics and FFB going forward. I wonder how it compares to the DD wheels already on the market (Bodin, Accuforce)?

The questions is, will it still have the same old TM unreliability? More power + still plastic base = not a great start.
 
Direct drive. Nice. I'll see what the final details and reviews are like first, but I can see myself picking this up as long as it's comes in under $1000. I like the look of it too.
 
It's gonna be way to expensive for my wallet, & completely unjustifiable for me to get GTS anyway. Good to see the tech moving forward to direct drive though.
 
I don't know, the wheel it self isn't good looking for me, but the base is very impressive.

If the price is too high, and if i had the money, i would go for fanatec's wheels. Thrustmaster just let me down with their quality control, their wheels are great, while it still working.
 
I doubt very much that Thrustmaster are targeting Fanatec V2 level of high price.

People seem to be thinking of high-end wheels that are DD based to use as a comparison.
This will be a mass market product priced to sell well, that's what Thrustmaster do.

DD based laundry/washing machines have been available for years, its not just a factor that DD motors are always super expensive.
 
Lets see what the price of the base would be when they make it available as standalone. If the base alone comes in under $500 Canadian, I'd be very interested.
 

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