So You Want To Start Sim Racing? WATCH THIS first (NO MUSIC VERSION)
If you’re considering getting into the fantastic hobby of Sim Racing, planning an upgrade or have no idea about anything, this is a great place to start. This is a simple guide if you’re planning on building your first sim racing setup. This is not a product buyer’s guide, but it will help you understand everything you need to consider. This is a repost of my original guide but without the background music since some people found it annoying.
00:00 Intro
01:43 Topics
03:19 PC vs Console
07:30 Wheelbases
10:57 Pedals
14:02 Cockpits & Frames
16:43 Displays
21:31 Final Thoughts
22:43 Outro
Video Sources: YouTube
XBOX
Fanatec
Asetek Sim Sports
Next Level Racing
Advanced Sim Racing
Trak Racer
Gran Turismo 7
MSI Gaming
ASUS ROG
Simucube
MOZA Racing
kunos simulazioni
iRacing
F122 Codemasters
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My Sim Rig:
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My Sim Rig Setup:
My Sim Rig:
Fanatec DD1 Wheelbase
Heusinkveld Sprint 3-Pedals -
Trak Racer TR8 Cockpit -
Steering Wheels:
Turn R320 Wheel Rim
Fanatec Podium Button Module Endurance -
Fanatec Podium Wheel Hub
Fanatec Formula
Fanatec Porsche 911 GT3 R Replica
Fanatec Clubsport GT FORZA MOTORSPORT
Accessories:
ButtKicker Gamer PRO
Button Box Mount
Monitors
Fan
Sim Racing Addict DDU10.5 Dash Display
Button Box
Stream Deck
PC Panel Volume Control
Cable Management
Headphones
Speakers
Trak Racer 5 Speaker Mount Upgrade Kit -
TR8 Keyboard Mount
ButtKicker Mount
Trak Racer Triple Monitor Stand
Lumbar Support -
Seat Cushion
Sim Racing PC Build:
Motherboard: ASUS Z690 Maximus Hero
CPU: Intel i9 13900KF
GPU: Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 4090 Trinity OC
Memory: GSkill Trident Z5 RGB DDR5 32GB Kit
Cooling: NZXT X73 AIO 360mm
Case: NZXT H7 Flow
Power Supply: Corsair HX1200 Platinum
SSD
Hard Drive
Mouse
Keyboard
PC Stand/Cart
LCD Sensor Panel Display
Fans: NZXT F140 RGB
Desk Setup:
Mac Studio-
Monitor - LG 32UN880 4K HDR -
Keyboard MX Keys -
Mouse MX Master 3 -
Edifier Speakers -
Samsung T7 1TB Portable SSD -
Playstation 5 Under Desk Mount
Mac Studio Under Desk Mount
Desk Pad
Headphone Stand
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