wheelbase
Simagic

Alpha EVO

Category
Wheelbase
Type
Direct drive
Torque / brake force
12 Nm
Platforms
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Notes
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What drivers keep saying · from 2 reviews

detailed force feedback1noisy1

Ran their 12 Nm Alpha EVO desk-mounted at 6-12 Nm without issues.

positive

Their Simagic 12 Nm is superior to the Fanatec setup they had, whose quick release coupling cracked.

positive

Swapped a Moza base and ESX wheel for the Simagic 12 Nm and GT Neo and couldn't be happier.

positive

Switched from a MOZA R9 V2 to the Simagic EVO 12 Nm and finds it buttery smooth, as expected from direct drive.

positive

Upgraded from a G29 to a 12 Nm Simagic base and felt they expected too much from the direct-drive hype; it wasn't life-altering at first.

mixed

Tried the Simagic EVO 12 Nm after a CSL DD 8 Nm: a bit more detailed and sharper but not mind-blowing, with some noise, so they returned it.

mixednoisy

Got rid of a Fanatec wheel that disconnected after three months and highly recommends the Simagic Alpha EVO bundle.

positive

Has the Simagic Alpha EVO 12 Nm and finds it strong enough that they feel no urge for a stronger base.

positive

Owns Simagic's 12 Nm EVO base and doesn't find it robotic at all. Explains that MOZA bases have a lower slew rate and feel more damped and heavy, and that the Simagic can be set up the same way with more damping and inertia.

positivedetailed force feedback

Started with their Simagic EVO 12 Nm clamped to a 4–5 cm thick desk, which handled it without any issues.

positive