![]() The TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod was slightly bigger than I expected and it was apparent that this is a very robust piece of kit. When I opened up the packaging the first thing I noticed was the size. The box lists that the content is 90% made out of metal, and judging by the weight, I was sure they were not exaggerating. In the first part we will have a detailed look at the product, while in part-2, I will mount the unit to my existing racing chassis, to find out how much fun it actually is to use. The fact that I could convert it to a sequential shifter should my current unit brake down, was a plus. At first glance, the Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod looked like a durable solution and seemed to be good value. That is where the newest addition to Thrustmaster’s race-sim peripherals line up becomes interesting. Most of the available units tent to be part of the high-end market and have a price tag to go along with it, or you find flimsy cheap units which will probably won’t last long when erratically cranking the handbrake while trying to keep your car out of a ditch. When browsing the web for a quality yet affordable handbrake, you will soon notice that we are not spoiled for choice. Now that Codemasters have released a sequel with Dirt Rally 2.0, it was time for a new handbrake. While for a long time nothing came close, my interest was ignited ones more when Codemasters released the original Dirt Rally title back in 2015. It all started years ago with the famous Richard Burns Rally, which could easily be called a racing simulator instead of a run of the mill game. Most of the time I like to do circuit racing, but now and then a Rally title appears which sparks my interest. This might be just what the doctor ordered. It will eighter let you set up the unit as a heavy duty USB progressive handbrake, or have you convert it to become a very precise and sturdy sequential gear shifter. Interestingly, when you purchased a TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod or Sparco Mod + you will in effect own two items for the price of one. The TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod features two user modes. Currently, you will also be able to purchase the second generation of the product, named TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod + which is now compatible with Xbox One, PS4 & PC (Windows 10, 8, and 7) Currently, the sim racing market is flooded with wheels, pedals, and shifters, but when it comes to handbrakes the (affordable) choices are limited.Ībout a year ago, Thrustmaster revealed their TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod for PC users. The TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod is the newest product whereby Thrustmaster worked closely together with the renowned Italian SPARCO brand. While any racing wheel and pedals will get you started, you are also going to need a handbrake to become competitive. When you are a sim racer and you like to participate in a variety of virtual racing disciplines, chances are you might end up with a Rally or Drifting game. Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod Review – Part 1
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