Turtle Beach Introduces New VelocityOne Race Wheel and Pedal System

[GFreeman]

Best-selling gaming headset and accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation, today announced the latest addition to the brand's esteemed line of gaming simulation gear with the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race. Designed for Xbox and Windows PCs by Turtle Beach's multi-award-winning VelocityOne simulation group, this groundbreaking universal wheel & pedal system is engineered to take the pole position and checkered flag as it resets the bar in racing simulation performance.

"Our VelocityOne gaming simulation products have already dominated the flight sim accessory market, and we're excited to expand Turtle Beach's catalog further by bringing this same level of ultra-realism and premium simulation performance to the world of racing"



Racing sim fans who want to go fast will experience high-fidelity direct-drive force feedback through VelocityOne Race's custom K: Drive motor that delivers ultra-realistic, powerful response while maintaining smooth steering and detailed reactions to in-race events. At racers' feet, VelocityOne Race's aluminium pedals and Dynamic Brake Tek load-cell brakes simulate true-to-life braking performance. Drivers will also be able to monitor real-time race telemetry data in supported racing games, as well as customize controls using the integrated Race Management Display. VelocityOne Race's Tuner companion app and remappable buttons offer even more customization. A hand-stitched leather wheel provides enhanced realism and improved grip while banging through gears using Mag-Shift paddle shifters that deliver fast, reliable, and consistent shifts. Plus, two additional analog paddles with magnetic Hall Effect sensors provide precise clutch and handbrake control.

VelocityOne Race is available for pre-order today for $649.99 MSRP at www.turtlebeach.com and participating retailers worldwide and launches February 26, 2024.

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[Dammeron]

When You know You can't compare to other wheels on the market within the same price (Moza, Fanatec etc...), so You omit important info, like the max generated torque...

But I'll give them one credit for using USB C for connecting accessories. Would rather see USB type A for ridgidity, but still - better than most of other solutions and easy to find replacement cables.

 

[Kn0xxPT]

When You know You can't compare to other wheels on the market within the same price (Moza, Fanatec etc...), so You omit important info, like the max generated torque...

But I'll give them one credit for using USB C for connecting accessories. Would rather see USB type A for ridgidity, but still - better than most of other solutions and easy to find replacement cables.

Owning a G29 and I dont use the max torque of the wheel. I assume that the majority of casual racers are fine with G29's torque. this DD can have the same torque, and will be fine.
For the set of features the price is balanced, but something around 450$ would be a market champ.
Now its up the racing games to add the support for it out-of-box.

 

[Fergutor]

Whoever did this press release at Turtle beach made a mistake because it's underwhelming: I went to the page to see the product and it's quite impressive!

Here's a video:

There are no specs, not even how many degrees the wheel can turn but...can't be less than 900° nowadays...

 

[INSTG8R]

When You know You can't compare to other wheels on the market within the same price (Moza, Fanatec etc...), so You omit important info, like the max generated torque...

But I'll give them one credit for using USB C for connecting accessories. Would rather see USB type A for ridgidity, but still - better than most of other solutions and easy to find replacement cables.

I Have a Logi G Pro wheel and pedals(obviously way more expensive) but for a DD wheel with an 11nm Max I have barely run it past half and I like my FFB really heavy. 11nm almost needs 2 people to turn it…

 

[Dammeron]

Owning a G29 and I dont use the max torque of the wheel. I assume that the majority of casual racers are fine with G29's torque. this DD can have the same torque, and will be fine.

I Have a Logi G Pro wheel and pedals(obviously way more expensive) but for a DD wheel with an 11nm Max I have barely run it past half and I like my FFB really heavy. 11nm almost needs 2 people to turn it…

High torque isn't for generating a lot of linear force, but for relaying even the smallest details while having a heavy wheel.

As for pricing - You can get a full set from fanatec (5nm base + wheel + 3 pedals with loadcell) for 520€. And it's even better if You consider that You can upgrade it later if You need (raise the torque to 8nm, buy new wheels etc.).

 

[INSTG8R]

High torque isn't for generating a lot of linear force, but for relaying even the smallest details while having a heavy wheel.

As for pricing - You can get a full set from fanatec (5nm base + wheel + 3 pedals with loadcell) for 520€. And it's even better if You consider that You can upgrade it later if You need (raise the torque to 8nm, buy new wheels etc.).

You know you're right. I have been playing GriD 2019 which is a TruForce supported game. Tho I have to run my wheel in G923 Mode(neat feature for older games)The amount of vibrations and jerks and bumps is pretty cool and definitely capturing every detail as you said.

 

[Fergutor]

I Have a Logi G Pro wheel and pedals(obviously way more expensive) but for a DD wheel with an 11nm Max I have barely run it past half and I like my FFB really heavy. 11nm almost needs 2 people to turn it…

I didn't even know that wheel existed!

 

[INSTG8R]

I didn't even know that wheel existed!

Have to buy it direct from Logitech it is not retailed

 

[Dammeron]

Have to buy it direct from Logitech it is not retailed

You can buy it from official Log distributors (at least here in Poland):

 

[INSTG8R]

You can buy it from official Log distributors (at least here in Poland):

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I thought I could get it through a retailer in Norway but nobody actually had them so I had to order directly. Which Is fine because of their excellent warranty service. Buying direct will save me a lot of warranty hassle if I ever need it.

 

[Dammeron]

I thought I could get it through a retailer in Norway but nobody actually had them so I had to order directly. Which Is fine because of their excellent warranty service. Buying direct will save me a lot of warranty hassle if I ever need it.

For that price (~1000-1100€) I'd rather go Fanatec CS DD base + CSL LC pedals + some cheap wheel for starters, or Moza R12 bundle with SR-P pedals. Not only less plastic everywhere, but also much better upgradability.

 

[INSTG8R]

For that price (~1000-1100€) I'd rather go Fanatec CS DD base + CSL LC pedals + some cheap wheel for starters, or Moza R12 bundle with SR-P pedals. Not only less plastic everywhere, but also much better upgradability.

I frankly don't see any advantage to any of those other perhaps being able to use the "Auto Blip" on the shifter with the Moza Pedals.

Logitech isn't messing around the pedals are all aluminum, It has a steel core, it just had the plastic casing and frankly I like a big foot rest(tho I wish it was a courser texture)The Load Cell is great and plenty of adjustablity (tho I find the stock soft perfect))I don't like the look of the CSL pedals at all...

The base is 11nm which I find WAY more than enough and actually has active cooling, The wheel is real leather and has enough buttons and dials to suit my needs. I mainly play ETS/ATS with a dash of Motorsport/FH5 and a little rF2.

Regardless of our preferences we can safely say my wheel and your options are FAR better than this....

 

[Dammeron]

I frankly don't see any advantage to any of those other perhaps being able to use the "Auto Blip" on the shifter with the Moza Pedals.

Having multiple steering wheels to choose from is a huge advantage.

But I see why You like the Log pedals more - since Your rig doesn't have a big mounting plate, wanting to have a longer foot rest seems legit.

 

[INSTG8R]

Having multiple steering wheels to choose from is a huge advantage.

But I see why You like the Log pedals more - since Your rig doesn't have a big mounting plate, wanting to have a longer foot rest seems legit.

I don't play anything serious enough to require a specialized wheel. and the other option for this base is pretty much same layout just generic as opposed to PS/Xbox layout.
It does have a decent sized mounting plate but it doesn't have many options for mounting(I'm not sure what gear this rig was made for but it was not Logi....)

This is my Playseat. It really isn't the best design but when you're looking on the used market you take what you can get shipped to you(I got a really good deal on it and it had a G920 on it)