Tag: Sanwa
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What Buttons Come Stock in Popular Fight Sticks
If you’ve ever wondered “What buttons does my fightstick come with out of the box?”, you’re not alone. Knowing the stock parts in popular arcade sticks is useful for maintenance, upgrades, or just to understand the quality of your controller. Below we present a reference index of major fightstick models (by various brands) and the…
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Sanwa OBSF vs OBSFS vs OBSFE: Silent vs Standard Buttons
Sanwa Denshi’s OBSF series buttons are famed for their responsiveness, but in recent years Sanwa has also introduced “silent” variants to reduce noise. In this comparison, we break down the differences between the standard Sanwa OBSF-30 button and its two silent counterparts: the first-generation OBSFS-30 (with foam silencers) and the second-generation OBSFE-30 (foamless silent). We’ll…
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Complete Guide: Installing Silent Sanwa OBSFE Buttons in Any Stick
Replacing standard 30mm arcade buttons with silent Sanwa OBSFE buttons can dramatically reduce the “click-clack” noise of your fight stick. Silent OBSFE buttons are a variant of Sanwa’s popular OBSF series that include internal foam dampeners to soften the sound on each press. This guide will walk you through a universal installation process, using the…
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Best Arcade Buttons 2025 | Ultimate Buyer’s Guide
Arcade buttons are the critical interface between you and your game. This 2025 guide compares the top-selling arcade pushbuttons from leading brands like Sanwa, Seimitsu, and Hori alongside popular generic options. We break down their technical specs, tactile feel, sound (silent vs standard), and compatibility to help you choose the best buttons for competitive play…