Playseat and Logitech G Announce The Global Availability Of Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition

[TheLostSwede]

Logitech G, a brand of Logitech and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, and Playseat, the leading manufacturer and innovator of high-quality racing and gaming products, announce the global availability of their new racing cockpit for Logitech G Wheels and Pedals - the most realistic racing experience today.

The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition offers professional and prospective racing enthusiasts a complete racing solution with maximum immersion. This new chair features an open cockpit design and ActiFit ️ material delivering lightweight, comfortable ergonomics, customization, and durability that drivers need to perform at their best. With a revolutionary design enabled by Logitech G's iconic innovation and Playseat's high-quality racing products, the Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition provides a superior driving experience and a purer connection to the race.




"Logitech G and sim racing are inextricably linked. From the early days of racing games to the modern simulation masterpieces that parallel reality—which IRL racing professionals use to train—Logitech G has provided continuous innovation for racing and simulation enthusiasts at home," said Tako Dijkman, CEO at Playseat. "Because Logitech G provides design and technology innovation unlike any other in the world, it seems only natural for us to pair our revolutionary products with theirs. This partnership has enabled us to create a truly one-of-a-kind racing rig. With a foundational legacy in the simulation industry and our combined DNA of breakthrough engineering, we can bring the most versatile and immersive racing solution to more people who want to experience the thrill of racing."

"With more than 20 years of research and working with pro drivers, Playseat has become the de facto standard for delivering unrivaled, real-track realism for drivers around the world," said Jim Hoey, head of simulation marketing at Logitech G. "The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition works great with our recently announced PRO Racing Wheel and PRO Racing Pedals. Now drivers will have the correct setup and racing position to feel the thrill of racing."

The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition is the perfect pairing for the new PRO Racing Wheel and PRO Racing Pedals offering drivers both form and function. Engineered for the most realistic and immersive racing experience possible, the PRO Racing Wheel features a new, high-performance Direct Drive motor along with TRUEFORCE feedback technology to deliver the most precise and pure connection to racing. Combined with the strength of the new Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition, drivers can have a professional-grade racing setup designed with and for professional drivers.

The new Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition features:

• STRENGTH & QUALITY - The patented and revolutionary design has set a new standard for the ultimate, immersive racing experience. The frame is made out of lightweight carbon steel and is developed to provide extreme rigidity. Durable powder coating finish, high-grade steel alloys, anodised aluminium parts, and the use of PU leather allow for unrivaled durability for in-home and professional use. This game-changing racing seat is capable of supporting the full range of Logitech G Wheel and Pedal products, including additional accessories by using add-ons.
• ActiFit ️ MATERIAL - The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition racing seat allows racing enthusiasts, of any age or size, to experience the thrill of racing, just like in a real race car. This seat has been developed with Playseat 's Innovative ActiFit ️ material, which comfortably conforms to your body to give you the best support and allows you to feel the full input from your Logitech G wheel products. The ActiFit ️ material also dissipates heat, allowing for racing in long stints without overheating.
• FULLY ADJUSTABLE - The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition has a fully adjustable seat, pedal plate, and steering plate, to provide ultimate flexibility in wheel and pedal positioning. The seat can tilt forward, backward, and move up or down to give you the ideal driving position to suit any racing style from single seater to stock car.
• OPEN DESIGN - The open cockpit design allows free movement of the legs for throttle, brake, and clutch for optimal performance. The backrest can recline separately and provides additional, fully adjustable lumbar support as needed. The seat has a built-in option to make the seating area softer or more firm depending on preference.
• ADJUSTABLE PEDAL PLATE - Another unique feature of the Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition is the forward and backward movement of the pedal plate. This was strategically developed to accommodate any adjustments needed to suit multiple racing drivers quickly. To provide high rigidity in all circumstances, these adjustments can be bolted down to be completely tolerance free.
• LIGHTWEIGHT & EASY TO STORE - The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition's carbon steel frame is strong and exceptionally lightweight. At 37 lbs (17 kg), it's one of the lightest chairs on the market. The Trophy's design and weight are ideal for easy storage when not in use.

Pricing and Availability
The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition is available now in the US, Canada and select markets worldwide for a suggested retail price of US $599 and €599.

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[CyberCT]

Is there at least an easy way to mount a buttkicker? Going from having a static racing rig, to adding 2 buttkickers, to adding fans for windsim to adding motion ... even 1 buttkicker added a lot of immersion. Personally I'd feel it's a minimum requirement for any racing rig.

 

[Darller]

Is there at least an easy way to mount a buttkicker? Going from having a static racing rig, to adding 2 buttkickers, to adding fans for windsim to adding motion ... even 1 buttkicker added a lot of immersion. Personally I'd feel it's a minimum requirement for any racing rig.

Yeah... put it on the bar under the seat? The Buttkicker Gamer will fit damned near anywhere.

Source: I have a Buttkicker Gamer 2 plus four more transducers (4 x Dayton Audio BST-2) on an Obutto R3volution.

 

[CyberCT]

Yeah... put it on the bar under the seat? The Buttkicker Gamer will fit damned near anywhere.

Source: I have a Buttkicker Gamer 2 plus four more transducers (4 x Dayton Audio BST-2) on an Obutto R3volution.

How does having a transducer on each corner of the rig feel? I've always wondered if the corner location is really noticeable or not in practice, vs just having it under the seat. Assuming you have one on each corner.

Add server fans with the velocity stack and funnel to channel the air for wind-sim if you can (powered by Arduino uno and separate PSU. Programmed through Simhub). I have 4 and it's definitely a better experience with the open wheel cars lol.

 

[Darller]

How does having a transducer on each corner of the rig feel? I've always wondered if the corner location is really noticeable or not in practice, vs just having it under the seat. Assuming you have one on each corner.

Add server fans with the velocity stack and funnel to channel the air for wind-sim if you can (powered by Arduino uno and separate PSU. Programmed through Simhub). I have 4 and it's definitely a better experience with the open wheel cars lol.

It's 100% a waste of money, don't bother putting them on all corners. I have it, and it adds practically zero to the experience. The most important are the single Buttkicker for large impacts, and the smaller ones for engine RPM and shift feedback.

I actually have 11 transducers or vibration motors on the rig, including seat back (1), pedal plate (1), brake and accelerator pedals (fanatec's built in), shifter mount (1), and seat base (1), then the four corners and the Buttkicker Gamer 2. The four corners are Dayton BST-2, while the other transducers are all Dayton TT25-16.

edit: I suppose having all four corners helps in one respect; I can have the engine vibrations feel like they're coming from the correct direction, ahead or behind. It offers nothing else in driving sims. Hell... even in flight sims I notice practically zero difference. I also have simhub and some arduino kits here, along with some corsair high SP fans. I just haven't gotten around to 3d printing the velocity stacks yet, but it WILL happen.

edit 2: I'm going to get one of these Logitech seats for my son's room. He's using my (really really)old and heavily modded Logitech G25 on an old desk at the moment, and he definitely prefers using my rig. We've been looking at the Advanced Sim Racing kits but they're bulkier and heavier than this Logitech unit appears.

If anyone is waffling on buying the Obutto R3volution, don't. It's just an "OK" cockpit, there are far better options for the same or less money.

 

[CyberCT]

It's 100% a waste of money, don't bother putting them on all corners. I have it, and it adds practically zero to the experience. The most important are the single Buttkicker for large impacts, and the smaller ones for engine RPM and shift feedback.

I actually have 11 transducers or vibration motors on the rig, including seat back (1), pedal plate (1), brake and accelerator pedals (fanatec's built in), shifter mount (1), and seat base (1), then the four corners and the Buttkicker Gamer 2. The four corners are Dayton BST-2, while the other transducers are all Dayton TT25-16.

edit: I suppose having all four corners helps in one respect; I can have the engine vibrations feel like they're coming from the correct direction, ahead or behind. It offers nothing else in driving sims. Hell... even in flight sims I notice practically zero difference. I also have simhub and some arduino kits here, along with some corsair high SP fans. I just haven't gotten around to 3d printing the velocity stacks yet, but it WILL happen.

edit 2: I'm going to get one of these Logitech seats for my son's room. He's using my (really really)old and heavily modded Logitech G25 on an old desk at the moment, and he definitely prefers using my rig. We've been looking at the Advanced Sim Racing kits but they're bulkier and heavier than this Logitech unit appears.

If anyone is waffling on buying the Obutto R3volution, don't. It's just an "OK" cockpit, there are far better options for the same or less money.

Thanks for the honest opinion. I always wondered if it made a noticable difference. I actually have 2 buttkickers under the seat. One way to the left and the other way to the right. They're both attached to plywood to resonate the sound, which is attached to the seat. I can notice which buttkicker is active if I really pay attention to it. I bought the 2nd one for motor revs but it's only noticable at a stand still at the start of the race. So instead I have large and loud bumps / impacts assigned to one while smaller bumps / impacts are assgined to the other. It's less "muddy" having sounds assigned to 2 of them, if that makes sense.

Also ... my friend has a 3D printer and modified those standard fan mount, funnel, and velocity stack templates out there. Nowt he ID matches the ID of the 120mm fan, and the Gopro mounting part is MUCH stronger and beefier. I've noticed an improvement in airflow.

 

[Darller]

Thanks for the honest opinion. I always wondered if it made a noticable difference. I actually have 2 buttkickers under the seat. One way to the left and the other way to the right. They're both attached to plywood to resonate the sound, which is attached to the seat. I can notice which buttkicker is active if I really pay attention to it. I bought the 2nd one for motor revs but it's only noticable at a stand still at the start of the race. So instead I have large and loud bumps / impacts assigned to one while smaller bumps / impacts are assgined to the other. It's less "muddy" having sounds assigned to 2 of them, if that makes sense.

Also ... my friend has a 3D printer and modified those standard fan mount, funnel, and velocity stack templates out there. Nowt he ID matches the ID of the 120mm fan, and the Gopro mounting part is MUCH stronger and beefier. I've noticed an improvement in airflow.

It may only be noticeable at the start of a race, but feeling the lumpy idle of a '69 427 Camaro while you're waiting for the flag to drop is bloody cool.