Finding YOUR Perfect FPV Setup

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Finding YOUR Perfect FPV Setup

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Discussing the direct impact gear has on your flight style and progression as an FPV Pilot. How to choose the perfect Frame, Motors, Props and FPV Cam for YOU to become a better drone pilot and have more fun all while not wasting your time and money on the HYPE Cycle!
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@f270 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! I'm just getting into FPV and know with other hobbies it's easy to spend a ton of $$ chasing your ideal setup.

@kawasakimouse 4 жыл бұрын

Im turning it around, go as cheap as possible and become as good as it can be 😂

@changeagent228 4 жыл бұрын

I always go the lightest possible everything. People say this makes it too floaty but I really like it and the efficiency is excellent. I like it when I turn and there is no resistance it just powers that way. My typical AUW is 450g with 200g of that being a 130C 1100mAh 6s.

@nicothechico508 4 жыл бұрын

That drone must be a beast!!!

@changeagent228 4 жыл бұрын

@@nicothechico508 Sure is. 2306 1600kv motors 26.6g each which makes it turn real sharp. I tried heavier 2306 motors at 31g and you can notice it's not as snappy. On my next build I'm going to swap the 55g Air unit for a Caddx Vista without heatsinks at 15g and a decased gopro at 17g + 10g holder shaving another 13g.

@paulgeorge1069 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight and 2 years is pretty good for your skills. I spent the first 6 months burning up parts trying to learn how to solder after I bounced my first RTF off my neighbors roof at 2 am (he's a cop 😲) . Then I just started getting to fly and I broke my dark max in half and lost my arris. Cured all that buying a chameleon ti on ebay and getting a qx7. Super strong and reliable.

@gerrysquire 4 жыл бұрын

all very good points

@marinehm 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Down to earth explaining things. Not convoluted with useless talk. 👍 👍

@jlarson42 4 жыл бұрын

Good info. All my 5 inch builds use 2207 2450kv to 2500kv motors . My prop choice is based on flight feel for the weight of the build. I pretty much stick with props I like. Happy flying.

@MUNKYFPV 4 жыл бұрын

Great video man, wish I had this kind of information when I started. Took me nearly two years to work out all this kind of stuff for myself. Found I prefer a squashed X for the reasons you mentioned and 2306 motors, also found I don’t like a prop that is too light and responsive because it feels twitchy. I feel really comfortable with a 2.5 lens but recently tried a 1.8 again and found I could stick closer to stuff while powerlooping etc. but hitting gaps was harder. You make some good points about a wider FOV though so I might try and get used a wider lens because I fly too conservatively and would like to get more stoopid on the sticks 👍👍👍

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

im with ya on all that haha the narrower lenses make gaps more realistic looking I think that's why so many racers fly narrow

@MUNKYFPV 4 жыл бұрын

Max Beamer Right on man. Keep up the great content, videos like this are exactly the kind of thing that helps new pilots a ton. And your trick tutorials are great too, Ive picked up some tips watching those cheers 👊

@thisguyeddiex7136 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I learned more from this one vid then I did all year watching multiple vids

@MaxBeamer 3 жыл бұрын

and ur comment made me feel like it was all worth it lol thx

@thirty3fpv 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, its dope to see original content wit so many other videos out there all pretty much the same. I’m building two identical quads this weekend and that’ll be my setup for the foreseeable future.

@silverwing3359 4 жыл бұрын

Q:What about top and bottom mount frames, that creates different flying styles and each has different benefits and downsides. What would you reccomend, is the top mount option the only one you reviewed because this is your preferance?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

100% I only fly top mount.

@fcass 4 жыл бұрын

Always good, smart concepts max. I've been thinking of trying a narrower fov for a while - not sure why I've been hesitant. I'm gonna switch it for tomorrow now (I'll just put cam in 4:3) and see how it goes. Thanks, keep it coming.

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

Thx man, switching to 4:3 will shrink the horizontal image but wont change the actual fov much. Best way to do that is a new lens with lower focal length. At least in the cams I tried.

@fcass 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer Yeah I tried it on the bench and just switching that (4:3 Foxeer Cat 2) made a large difference in the FOV. STILL didn't do it at the field this morning lol, just wanted to fly.... I'll try a couple things on the sim tonight too. My problem has been I flattened 4 batteries with various equipment failures recently (bah, too long a string of bad luck but learned a lot about ruggedizing the drone) so when I get to the field with only 6 packs, I didn't want to spend much time mucking with settings. Have four new batteries on the way, hooray. (RDQ and one of the v3 120c tattu's because I just had to try it.) Speaking of that what batteries do you fly? And do you find 6s gives you a more consistent flight over 4s?

@EvlSmrk 4 жыл бұрын

That was an awesome break down man. Thank you and keep it up.

@AA-gl1dr 4 жыл бұрын

literally fantastic. Thanks dude

@SkyCandyVisuals 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video! awesome tips. I'm especially interested in seeing the different camera fov in my googles and feeling the difference. I heard of a foxeer cam today racers use on a 1.7mm lens that gives you a super wide angle. i feel i am very conservative when it comes to taking risk and hitting gaps and flying in close proximity to objects. so the wide fov would help me. It makes perfect sense. ill definitely try it out and let you know

@garamfpv 4 жыл бұрын

Have a nice and exciting flight, bro🤩🤩👍🏻

@KLNYC 4 жыл бұрын

Stabilizer on HD helped out jitters movement too.

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

lol always

@matuka3755 4 жыл бұрын

Well-composed, Max! Have you anything to add about motor KV choice? ;-)

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

yeh check out this video basically doesn't matter kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Zr5nqrSrtb2mgok.html

@matuka3755 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer Great point (and video)! That said, you can only limit downward (unless you buy higher S packs). E.g., if I fly 4s @ 2400KV, I cannot get to 2700KV unless I go to at least 5s packs. One conclusion might be that it's generally worth running higher KV motors to always be able to limit them to the desired KV?

@thirty3fpv 4 жыл бұрын

Matuka Bruh, I’m now buying 2650kv motors for 6S and adjusting Motor Output for the application at hand. Win-win.

@alep_sn9550 4 жыл бұрын

Very informational 10/10 great video

@airhead_fpv4389 4 жыл бұрын

Great info , well done!

@archer4922 4 жыл бұрын

My perfect setup is a race set up. I never can get a freestyle set up to fly as well as my race rigs. Lol. My racers always fly perfectly like their on rails but my freestyle rigs always need a tone of tuning regardless if I’m on falcoX or betaflight tho I can get it closer on falcoX. My best 2 flying rigs at the moment are a Flightone arc one with a hobbywing 60a and revoltosd with hyperlite e series 1722’s and the other a switchback with a hobbywing 40a and millivoltosd with hyperlite e series 1922’s. My flightone dolphin is a close 3rd but I’ve been attempting to tune it for over 6 months now. Flys great but still has some bobbles. I spent 6 mins on the racers tuning them 🤣.

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

yeh bro once you get used to flying a racer all freestyle quads feel thicc and sluggish lol maybe with a dji unit and no gopro it can feel similar?

@archer4922 4 жыл бұрын

Max Beamer true. I have tried with and without the session on the dolphin but still doesn’t feel right. It prolly is bc a racer is so light lol.

@paulfrmn1 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent explaination!.i was trying to figure this out myself and u answered what I was looking for

@Dronedudevideo 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video...one you would have watched a year ago 😎thumbs up

@tinicfpv7377 4 жыл бұрын

thx for explaining some differences. can completely agree, but never know why i love this or another. for me it was just a feeling, and i tried so many different things - but i think its also a part of the hobby to dont know a s... and just try😂👌

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean lol I spend the better part of my days trying to make sense of the feelings I get when flying diff gear haha

@tinicfpv7377 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer exactly😂👌

@nightwingfpv 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for explaining motors like that.

@quincypurcell5222 4 жыл бұрын

Great guide for newbies! Wish I had this when I was getting into the hobby...

@Aridrona 4 жыл бұрын

True x 6inch is whats up

@will4real58 4 жыл бұрын

New subscriber, though I'm a camera drone guy right now, Fimi X8, Mini, Air 2, yada yada. I do still fly them just for fun, but camera drones have so much wash it's not really that much fun lol. So I really want to get into FPV. I look forward to more videos in the future.

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

hell yeh bro, seen a lot of people cross over, your in for a wild ride!

@jhughes2286 3 жыл бұрын

Why is the 2307 stator not more popular? I wish I could find decent motors in this stator size, maybe it's the best of both, low end control like the 23xx stator and top end zing and control like the 22xx size stator?

@DroneJunkieRc 4 жыл бұрын

That’s an awesome breakdown of what you need to know. 💯👍

@gusterge 4 жыл бұрын

First 30 seconds in and I can't stop laughing cause my first 2 packs today looked just like the first clip. Talking about being able to relate!!

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

lmao

@flyguys3130 4 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation! Have you experienced the difference in flight characteristics using a different FC, like a Kiss V2?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

I've actually never flown kiss but I'd love to given the chance. When I compared flightone and betaflight there was a huge difference in feel but I wouldn't necessarily say the quad had different flight characteristics.

@Fungineers 4 жыл бұрын

You think brand if motors matter? Whats your goto?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

my go to is the TOAs check em out in the description they're great motors a bit pricey but worth it IMO, im flying the TOA Lites rn theyre cheaper and actually more durable. I think the link is for regular version tho need to change it.

@Fungineers 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer better than xing?

@nicklessticksfpv 4 жыл бұрын

I see props in my fpv feed on my apex, using foxeer predator v4 1.8mm lens.

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

I was talkin about HD cam not fpv feed.

@nicklessticksfpv 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer ho sorry bro!

@paulfrmn1 4 жыл бұрын

Yea I have a fleet and I was trying to figure out why they all fly different with the obvious other than motors and props. Scratching my head for a few months until I watched this.

@JohnDoe-or3hc 4 жыл бұрын

What’s your thoughts on high kv & light prop vs low kv & heavy prop?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

it all depends on your setup, I don't really like super light low pitch props unless theyre 5.1 length for my setup. Generally for freestyle med high kv with a lower pitch prop like the 5.1x3.1x3 or S5 or gemfan 51433 is spot on

@JustinormousFPV 4 жыл бұрын

I'm rocking some 2208 1650KV motors with Johnny Freestyle props right now. Do you have any tuning tips? I have it pretty close, but I think you're right when you say the 2208s having tuning issues. I've been struggling to get a real good tune.

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

The johnnys are super light low pitch and even short (4.8 length) for those motors. I'd suggest using a higher pitch longer prop. maybe the one I have in description or gemfan 51466 would do you a world of difference if you don't wanna get smaller motors.

@JustinormousFPV 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer Yeah, I'd rather not switch motors. Just did a fresh build. I'll give those a try. Would it possible to go with an even lower pitch for better low speed control? Or is that pretty much the sweet spot? EDIT: Nope you were right. 5.1x4.6x3 feels perfect. Thanks!

@mr.flymenco 4 жыл бұрын

That BenQ monitor has less than 1 frame of input delay :D .. good choice .. do you play fighting games? sorry got distracted with the monitor.. back to the video :D

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

yessirr im a bit obsessive gotta have the setup right lol

@mr.flymenco 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer always trust a man with lag-free monitor 🤓

@apfpv 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for it, a lot of info in short nice video

@PeterPiccolo 4 жыл бұрын

i have a question for you if you dont mind and of course know the answer, but u wouldnt happen to know and or recommend a kit or prebuilt drone 4" or 5" quad or even a cinawhoop that utilized the dji occusync system and camera, so i would be able to use my original dji racing edition goggles, you kno the big black box type from dji, so i can fly with a more crisp feed instead of the scratchy analog, or maybe you can recommend some different antannae if dji RE goggles can even accept it, are there any that provide cleaner analog video feed by using a certain antanne? so basically just want to kno if I can use my dji RE goggles with a smaller drone setup like the ones you have so i can have a smaller drone with high-quality transmission, this way i can potentially save some money and use my goggles ive had for years, instead of having to upgrade and drop 800$ plus on the dji digital goggles that are the newer new design... i think i remember hearing about the phoenix fpv drone that had the occusync installed so i would be able to use my RE goggles with that... could you please throw out a couple recommendations i just want to be able to use my current spektrum dx6 and my black dji RE goggles.... any quads out there that come with occusync so i can utilize my goggles? thanks soo much and god bless, -p3t3r

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

im sorry but that occusync stuff is before my time haha is it an analog system? I've never heard of any quads from the last cpl years come with that.

@randomfpv22 4 жыл бұрын

I’m super new to fpv. Hopefully have my first setup really soon!

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@randomfpv22 4 жыл бұрын

Max Beamer only have a mini whoop flying around with my kids. We loving it. Can’t wait for a freestyle drone! U should see my 4 yr old flying!

@dmctec5943 4 жыл бұрын

Genial video, I like cinematic with wide rolls and flips, then...which frame, motors do you recommend more? (Sorry I dont speak a good english)... Thxs

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

This is a really nice frame ive been flying and about to make a review on www.banggood.com/custlink/vDvKfF0Epb as for motors the 2306 velox are great at a lower pricepoint and the 2306 TOA are top tier

@dmctec5943 4 жыл бұрын

Max Beamer There are 5-6 and 7” .. Whats better txxs

@brodylindsay8760 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@doktordrone 4 жыл бұрын

thank you very much for this valuable sharing, Max ❤️🍺

@vissie2826 4 жыл бұрын

Thanxs for the tips man...I like tip vids...✌️

@outboxfpv4360 4 жыл бұрын

Abt motors. 2306 or 2207 take more amp? Which motor gets more flytime?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

2306 might be slightly more efficient but really it's more about the KV and weight of the quad + props that will determine flight time.

@outboxfpv4360 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer I was planning velox 2207 2550KV with gemfan 51433 props. is that ok? I will mainly cruise with few flips and rolls.

@gerrysquire 4 жыл бұрын

boom

@mantisfpv4514 4 жыл бұрын

Good video...but you forgot bottom mount batteries

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

dang you're right. for freestyle my suggestion is not to do it hahah

@charlesc7020 4 жыл бұрын

What's yer opinion on the 4 blade props personally I think it feels like it tightens everything up wondering if it's just in my head

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

it definitely tightens everything up more surface area more grip tighter corners! very nice feeling on 650g and lower kwads

@SugarGreg 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah same for me locked in feeling and good for proxy. But on 700g it's a little lacking, loving the S5s though

@TerminatorDuo 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Bro! Have you ever tried 6inch frame with 5inch props?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

not that I can think of the closest thing would be the superG which is 5.5 inches and I flew it on both 5 and 5.5

@TerminatorDuo 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer Sometime ago some guys mentioned very good flight characteristics on such setups.. I myself have a flosstyle clone 6inch frame with 2306 motors and 5inch props I feel it super controllable compared to my old setup.. but don't have so much experience on testing many quads.. Maybe give it a try one day and tell us your opinion 😊

@CaseyGray58 4 жыл бұрын

Curious bro.. what fpv can angle do you run?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

about 25 degrees

@rueda82nd 4 жыл бұрын

Dam good video bro great info Thnx

@K_Nasty 4 жыл бұрын

I just got that readytosky frame on Amazon.

@JediMcFly 4 жыл бұрын

what do you think about the geprc mark 4 frame?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

I have 3 of them on the way 5 6 and 7 inch to review and giveaway ill let you know!

@JediMcFly 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaxBeamer I'm a beginner looking to build my first frame and it was this or the apex so thanks bro and keep up the awsome vids

@DIYwithBatteries 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers dude 🥴✌

@alep_sn9550 4 жыл бұрын

Where can I get the key tag?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

They're coming to tier 2 and up patrons in a few days this one was the prototype. Im' workin on a buncha cool stuff for all patron levelz keep an eye out

@ag.page. 4 жыл бұрын

Do you still fly ovonic lipos?? Nice video!

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

So when I go out I bring 5 ovonics and 5 thunderpowers now. just started doing that about a week ago.

@ag.page. 4 жыл бұрын

Max Beamer let us know if feel the difference plz. I feel like my ovonics dont have that punch power... thanks

@tomaszpankowski8903 4 жыл бұрын

What's ESP?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

especially lol

@omegafpv 4 жыл бұрын

Nice explaination! But I have one question: how to get smooth footage mit of the camera? I use the Runcam 5 and its like very shaky. Any tips?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

I'd either get a gopro and use hypersmooth or reelsteady if you need really smooth footage. other than that id make sure there are no shakes from motor damage and boost your rc smoothing parameter to 20 to smooth out your rc inputs for smoother video.

@Josh-gt3rt 4 жыл бұрын

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@djilly75 4 жыл бұрын

im a trueX mid mount lover 😁

@tomiomio 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one brahhh, Peace

@LilwickedFpv 4 жыл бұрын

Great video luv the intro. do u Fly 6S or 4S. I’m running 2800 Kv is that terrible who is that OK

@propwashfpv7063 4 жыл бұрын

2800 kv seems a bit much for 4S imo. What are your flight times like?

@MaxBeamer 4 жыл бұрын

im on that 6s juice, you can always adjust your kv with the motor output parameter in betaflight to try diff levels of power and find the one you like.

@LilwickedFpv 4 жыл бұрын

Not much about 25 sometimes 27 minutes