Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 with Logitech X56 Hotas + UNBOXING

Editors: Ethan Gontar, Michael Gontar

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MODERN, MILITARY-GRADE SIMULATION.

Designed to enhance the experience of VR gaming and the re-emerging space simulation genre, Logitech G offers the advanced X56 H.O.T.A.S. It’s a shining example of complete control featuring analog thumb sticks, RGB lighting 16-bit aileron and elevator axis, 189 programmable controls, and more.
The updated X56 features a stealthy new black and gray finish in addition to engineering enhancements that address feedback from the community. Expect a more amazing experience for all flight enthusiasts; from fun, plug-and-play gaming all the way to professional, fine-tuned simulation.

BRILLIANT RGB:

Whether you’re in the heat of a dog fight or about to drop the landing gear in the space station, X56 supplies the heroic environment you need for the best experience. Edit the full-spectrum RGB lighting to your liking with feature-rich software.

VR VERISIMILITUDE:

Not only is an advanced HOTAS like X56 mirroring what you see on screen in the latest games, the controls are also confidently positioned in your hands. For these reasons, plus the immense number and sensitivity of controls, X56 is ideal for head-mounted display (HMD) and VR gaming. Put on a headset and grab onto X56 for endless adventure.

ADJUSTABLE ACCURACY:

The combination of contact-free Hall effect sensors within the 16-bit aileron and elevator axis, and the adjustable spring tensioning system gives X56 an unprecedented level of sensitivity and control at the stick. Four springs of differing tensions are included for an extra layer of customization. Even opt for no spring at all.

INDEPENDENT TWIN THROTTLES:

The innovative twin throttles are ideal for dual-engine spacecraft and aircraft, and even more ideal for battle situations when your primary engine is disabled and you're down to just one. Adjust the friction required to move each throttle and if your craft of choice is single-engine, the throttle lock effectively converts the twin throttles into a single unit.

189+ PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS:

Customize all 13 axes, 5 HATS and 31 programmable buttons over three modes. Adjust deadbands and response curves to fine-tune axes. Assign any button to any number of in-sim commands, such as afterburner, Frame Shift Drive, target lock and weapon group firing. The software also lets you assign mouse and keyboard commands to X56, from single-key inputs to timed and macro commands.

SIX DEGREES OF FREEDOM:

In modern space sims with more dynamic spacecraft physics, control is more complex. And, much different than in traditional atmosphere-based flight simulations. 6DoF is the six degrees of freedom—pitch, roll, yaw, backwards, forwards, up, down, left and right—that all need to be accounted for. X56 features unique, purpose-built mini analog sticks at the thumbs providing four more axes of control plus double as buttons.

IN THE BOX:

• Stick unit with USB connector cable
• Throttle unit with USB connector cable
• Spring system with 4 springs of varied resistance
• User documentation

REQUIREMENTS:

• Windows®: 10, 8.1, 7
• 2x USB 2.0 Port

PC GAME COMPATIBLIITY:

Compatible with most major space, flight, combat simulation software and games, including:
Elite: Dangerous

Star Citizen

Battlefield 1
Flight Simulator X
Flight Simulator 2004
Flight School
Flight Simulator 2020
Prepar3D® 2.2+
X-Plane 11
X-Plane 10
X-Plane 9
DCS World
DCS: A-10C Warthog
DCS: Black Shark 2
DCS: UH-1H Huey
Lock On: Modern Air Combat (LOMAC)
Lock On: Flaming Cliffs 3
Lock On: Flaming Cliffs 2
Lock On: Flaming Cliffs
Aerofly FS
Aerofly FS2
Take On Helicopters (TKOH)
Rise of Flight
Arma 3
Falcon 4.0: Allied Force
Falcon BMS 4.32
World of Warplanes
War Thunder

Unboxing 00:00
Take off 01:20
Flying 03:04

[ethangontar]

Check out our new video for Logitech X56 Hotas :)

[maxx_thor]

what is the profile used for FS2020. can you demonstrate all buttons and hats and what you are using them for?

[irlshrek]

how did you get your x56 to work on MFS2020? I have the latest drivers and the game won't recognize them...

[cuttheloop]

Since the update, mine will only nose dive or climb immediately upward.

Thanks microshaft

[matthewkeene]

Flying an Airbus over Seattle? Not cool! I kid, this really confirmed how bad I want this controller. Way bigger than I thought!

[typerfan]

Thank you for the video, helped a lot

[kifeshhhhh]

Why is nobody talking about that weird music change

[samey]

I have the X52 pro and I find it a bit difficult to click the throttle in the climb position, it's just after the indent on the throttle, so the slightest touch knocks it out of climb. I've ordered the Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack Airbus Edition for the A320 as im hoping it will give me a much better experience.

[Jseee]

I'm picking one up locally tomorrow, brand new for $370. That's cheaper than the ones I find on eBay but still expensive asf...

[veebhushah]

Imma get one once it gets back in stock
Also was it worth it?

[blademccoy]

How did you customize the LED colors on each switch separately? I can only set the color for all LEDs, i cannot set it separately :(

[daspinguinhd]

i like how he keeps his thrust on TakeOff-GoAround all the time

[markh]

Anyone know how to calibrate? Saitek had a nice little software and even Logitech with the earlier version of the G Hub. But the new G HUB version will not recognize my X-56.

[trv]

It's a shame it doesn't have rudder pedals that goes with it...

[AHmn-jtyb]

Nice, mine lasted three months before it crapped out. Logitech made no improvements. Look up ghost inputs wit these

[jimmyjameswright]

How have you changed the colours of the leds

[BharathRao]

Hi @Ethan, How did you manage to set up different colors on the throttle ? @0:55 I am unable to find it in the software

[ellonysman]

New men toys...women just don't get it...unless your pilot Emillee...

[rylandadawgz]

Does this work with the pc gamepass app version or steam only

[afffe]

does the mode swich at the bottom left work to swich profiles in the sim?