DaYan PanShi 2

[a small kitten]

So DaYan just stated that there will be a DaYan PanShi 2.

Mr. Bao's statement can be found here

Long story short, DaYan has has moved to temporarily cease PanShi production. The mold will be adjusted and resulting cube will be called the PanShi 2. Mr. Bao, the designer, is not certain when these changes will be finalized.

What does everyone hope for in this cube?

 

[cyoubx]

inb4 everyone wants an original PanShi.

OT: I don't we necessarily need a cube that's phenomenal. The ZhanChi and other DaYan cubes already fill that void. I think it would just be nice to have cubes that don't break.

 

[Rnewms]

inb4 everyone wants an original PanShi.

OT: I don't we necessarily need a cube that's phenomenal. The ZhanChi and other DaYan cubes already fill that void. I think it would just be nice to have cubes that don't break.

I think it's more likely that the Shuang Ren will take over.

It is hard to say for the PanShi, though. The adjustments could change everything.

 

[cyoubx]

I think it's more likely that the Shuang Ren will take over.

It is hard to say for the PanShi, though. The adjustments could change everything.

I HIGHLY doubt that. There will still be plenty of people who use DaYan cubes.

 

[kunparekh18]

Let's just wait and watch

 

[aznanimedude]

false, the CX3-1.1 will BE THE ONE CUBE TO RULE THEM ALL!!!!!!!

 

[Genesis]

The same thing but with the stem and lower edge bumps(For less clicking)

 

[5BLD]

I sincerely hope there are centre stalks this time

 

[JianhanC]

The original ones have fragile corner stalks, if anyone's interested.

 

[coldsun0630]

V1 and V2 is exactly same.
The only difference is V2 does not have torpedoes...

 

[a small kitten]

V1 and V2 is exactly same.
The only difference is V2 does not have torpedoes...

I don't think so. The PanShi 2 will most likely have an upgraded mold. The model without the torpedoes is still called the PanShi. DaYan's statement was made 9 hours ago.

 

[Rnewms]

There will still be plenty of people who use DaYan cubes.

Of course, I didn't say they would be trashed. The prototype for the Shuang Ren seemed better than the Zhanchi to me, but the feel is supposed to be completely different so it might not even be preferred by those who love DaYan cubes. I would personally take it over DaYan cubes because it hardly makes a sound.

If I had a personal income I would probably get PanShi 2 and the SR to motivate myself to do MBLD.

 

[PeelingStickers]

I just have to say that reading the Mf8 forum with chrome translate is too funny

"I still feel the Youth Pre-employment Training" (zhanchi)

Back on topic, it seems that Bao is trying to improve the fragility of the corner stalks. That; along with a new mold and removal of the torpedoes will probably be the V2.

 

[Wassili]

They better give it center stems. And give it stronger corner stocks, I've already broken 5 of them...

 

[Kirjava]

I hope it's a good cube.

 

[Kattenvriendin]

What are you doing to break them?

If you take the corner out, lift up the center with your thumb or finger first.

 

[jayefbe]

Of course, I didn't say they would be trashed. The prototype for the Shuang Ren seemed better than the Zhanchi to me, but the feel is supposed to be completely different so it might not even be preferred by those who love DaYan cubes. I would personally take it over DaYan cubes because it hardly makes a sound.

If I had a personal income I would probably get PanShi 2 and the SR to motivate myself to do MBLD.

How can you say you'd prefer one cube over another without even having touched one of them? Plus, the way the ShuangRen was always described before this whole "it's better than Dayan!" campaign started (mostly by people selling cubes, btw) was "it feels a lot like a Zhanchi".

On to the actual topic of this thread: I personally think the cube would be better if the cuts on the inner corners of the cubies (basically what the Florian mod produces in larger cubes if thats a simpler way to describe it) were not so deep. I dislike the PanShi for two main reasons. The corners get caught on the center pieces when the layers are even slightly misaligned. Additionally, the cube feels much less stable than other Dayan cubes, it does not hold a cubic shape as well and becomes easily deformed. A way to see this in action, while holding the cube, place a thumb on the corner of UFR and one finger on the corner of UBL. Without turning a face or moving the placement of your fingers, gently push these corners towards the U center piece. The inner corners of these corner pieces will be pushed toward the center piece, and the rest of the cube will be skewed along with it. All Dayan cubes will do this (don't have a Taiyan so I'm not sure about that one) because of those inner corner cuts, but none as much as the PanShi. I think this issue exacerbates the catching that occurs. I'm not sure how the cube will react to this adjustment, but my guess is that reducing this large area of negative space where the corner's of the cubies meet will reduce the catchy and loud turning that most people talk about.

 

[Rnewms]

How can you say you'd prefer one cube over another without even having touched one of them? Plus, the way the ShuangRen was always described before this whole "it's better than Dayan!" campaign started (mostly by people selling cubes, btw) was "it feels a lot like a Zhanchi".

Simple observations from reviews, descriptions, etc. led to my opinion. The first thing I heard was "it has a completely different feel to it." I also like to make predictions if that's okay with you.

I really hope they can get the PanShi to perform well. Have they announced whether or not there will be more 3x3s in the future?

 

[MarcelP]

I just received my second Panshi. I absolutely love the cube. But I trust the enhancement will make the cube even better. So I will get the new one too

 

[applemobile]

The original Panshi is not a bad cube.