Review of Main 3x3x3 Cube Models and Clarification on the Naming System of Type A

[Robert-Y]

I don't really like the feel of the New Type A III but it is good for me. (My best average is about 10.5 with this cube).

Have you checked that the screws aren't slanted and screwed in properly, and have you lubed it yet?

It took me some time to make sure that I screwed in the screws properly...

 

[JTW2007]

So, wait, is the Type A Third Model/New Type A III this?

It looks like it to me, but in the description, it also says, "This is the new type a IIII cube," and in the item name it's the Type A 3x3x3 DIY Cube (III-F). I'm confused.

 

[rookie]

So, wait, is the Type A Third Model/New Type A III this?

yes, the one in the pic is new tpye a iii

 

[Edward]

Sorry to bump, but if pentrixter is banned, how will this thread get updated?
We have to add info on C2,F2,and D2.

 

[JTW2007]

Sorry to bump, but if pentrixter is banned, how will this thread get updated?
We have to add info on C2,F2,and D2.

I s'pose a mod could edit the post.

 

[Omniscient]

Sorry to bump, but if pentrixter is banned, how will this thread get updated?
We have to add info on C2,F2,and D2.

CII is an excellent cube!!! It is very fast and almost never pops
It is also very good if you make a hybrid C2 core and cubes of type A. It is ridiculous fast maybe even too fast!!!

 

[Nukoca]

Sorry to bump, but if pentrixter is banned, how will this thread get updated?
We have to add info on C2,F2,and D2.

How the heck did pentrixter get banned?! He was such a nice member...

And +1 on the "how is this gonna get updated" thing.

 

[Arendil]

Wow, I just got n type AII and it locks up like you wouldnt believe! The thick tracks catch on the hollow corner pieces and totally mess with them... So far this cube is pretty lame/

 

[MW1990]

I posted a video on type C2 D2 and F2 on youtube and in the forum. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pkRcKi54wY Syuhei has a new video showing the C-II.

 

[eastamazonantidote]

Studio Cube*

Resistance to pops: No Comment
Resistance to lock ups: No Comment
Ability to cut corners: No Comment
Speed: No Comment
Average score:
Overall score: No Comment

Weight: Probably very heavy
Need to break in: No Comment
Feel: No Comment
Best Tension: No Comment

Comments: I have absolutely no information on this cube. Clearly not a very popular cube. Made in Hungary. Very expensive. According to the picture, seems to be a DIY. HowtoCube has mentioned that the center caps are put on really tightly. Anway, notice the slotted screws... cool huh?

Where to buy: Cube4You, Puzzleproz

Using the storebought rating system (before breaking in then after), I have made my analysis.


Resistance to pops: 3-6
Resistance to lock ups: 2-7
Ability to cut corners: 3-9
Speed: 1-8
Average score: 2.25-7.5
Overall score: D- to C+

Weight: Heavier than standard storeboughts. VERY heavy
Need to break in: YES!!!
Feel: Rough-Smooth, Quiet
Best Tension: Tight

This cube is very much like a storebought in the way you absolutly need to break it in before use. However, how it differs is in the plastic and the core. The screws are adjustable and, as a bonus, the center caps are well secured. However, the cube pops. Even at the tightest and loosest possible tensions, the cube pops. Even at low turn speeds, the cube pops.

Also, the plastic is such that tension plays very little role in the speed of the cube until you lube it. A tighter tension is recommended simply because of the pops and the weird plastic properties. The plastic is soft and sometimes warped (the stickers look off but it's really the plastic underneath). However, the plastic responds extremely well to lube (I have Jig-a-Loo). It is really amazing how the cube changes. The pops go way down (but still not as much as I would like), the speed goes way up.

This cube is also very good at cutting corners. Right away it can cut ~15 degrees without too much issue. Broken in and lubed up, it can compete with the best of them, though popping becomes a big issue at extreme angles. The cube just kind of pops into position or explodes (if you push it too far).

As far as expense, I paid 13 Euros, which is actually the same as a regular storebought here is Slovenia, so the price wasn't outrageous, but a little high. The sticker colors are also different shades than normal (orange is kinda neon-y).

 

[iSpinz]

Wow, I just got n type AII and it locks up like you wouldnt believe! The thick tracks catch on the hollow corner pieces and totally mess with them... So far this cube is pretty lame/

That is because you got the OLD type a II not the NEW one.

 

[Muesli]

I just recieved a type A (New type AI I think) and it was horrible out of the box. Really hard to turn. It is getting better though.

 

[apoplectic]

Are corner runners on the type A V connected to the corners as small as they are on the type A IV? I'm thinking about getting one.

 

[lilkdub503]

I know that I can find the New Type A III, but I can't figure out where to get the New Type A II (The Faz Cube?) Is this it? Again, I think we are getting more confused by the cube dealers.

 

[SuperNerd]

Is This the new A II or the old A II? I have it and it is my speedcube, and I like it a lot, but if it is the old one, Arendil says they lock up a lot.

I don't think they do a lot.

Sorry to be a n00b

 

[Faz]

That's the old one.

 

[SuperNerd]

Oh ok.

But I don't have any problems with the ridges running into the corners and jamming it up. this cube rarely locks up, and I would know. I have very high TPS.

 

[rookie]

Are corner runners on the type A V connected to the corners as small as they are on the type A IV? I'm thinking about getting one.

no the corners for the a5 has been improved. they are a lot sturdier.

I know that I can find the New Type A III, but I can't figure out where to get the New Type A II (The Faz Cube?) Is this it? Again, I think we are getting more confused by the cube dealers.

the third model in 9spuzzles link is the correct one and as far as i know, 9spuzzles is the only place you can get it now.

 

[apoplectic]

OK, thanks rookie. I'll give my review after I get it and break it in.

 

[howtocube (JB)]

the third model in 9spuzzles link is the correct one and as far as i know, 9spuzzles is the only place you can get it now.

Only place I've seen it lately, I think the old shop site for cubeforyou may have it but.... I tried ordering it from 9s last week and they were out of stock.

Edit:

I checked the old shop link on cubeforyou, and they do indicate that they have it in white but I've had trouble trying to order from the old shop and it's definately not on the new site.