Cube Controls SP01 Pedals – First Impressions By Laurence Dusoswa

24/04/2023 Hardware Leave a comment

YouTubing sim racer Laurence Dusoswa presents his first impressions video, unboxing, installing, and driving the new Cube Controls SP01 pedals.

Cube Controls SRLS is based in Italy and is a manufacturer of state-of-the-art sim racing equipment for both the professional and sim racing enthusiast market.

The manufacturer has already made a name for itself by producing a series of stunning high-end modern Formula and GT wheels for sim racing purposes but is also expanding its ecosystem with a brand new sim racing pedal set.

After a first reveal of a great-looking prototype during the 2021 SimRacing Expo, Cube Controls has now officially launched its SP01 high-end pedal set. The new SP01 pedals are currently sold as a two-pedal kit but will, later on, be expanded with an optional Cube Controls clutch pedal.

The main body of both pedals are CNC machined out of aluminum. The throttle pedal is fitted with a 100% carbon fiber footplate while the Formula and GT brake pedals feature a die-cast pad faceplate with a textured grip.

The brake pedal features a 200kg load cell and can be further tuned with a selection of springs and rubber dampers.

The pedal pads can be adjusted to accommodate the user’s preferences. The SP01 throttle pedal stroke can be adjusted using an easy-to-reach knob that will let you change the pedal excursion angle as far as 10 degrees. You can also set the spring pre-load using the supplied HEX key on the front of the pedal. The brake pad can be set in four different positions. The Formula Version can be adjusted at two different heights.

The Damper setting can be changed by simply turning the setting ring on the damper itself. You can choose from 12 total values, going from 0.0 (the less intrusive) to 6.0 (the most intrusive) and all values in between. You can further customize the feel of the brake pedal using a mix of the supplied Elastomers, Springs, and Washers.

1 Soft Yellow Elastomer
1 Medium Red Elastomer
1 Hard Blue Elastomer
1 Hard Blue Spring
3 Protective Washers (Large)

The SP01 pedals are set up via Cube Controls’ proprietary PedalUI app and are connected to a PC via a single USB-C cable. (The brake pedal is connected to the rear of the throttle pedal using an included 4-pin cable.)
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The GT version Cube Controls Pedals Set SP01 + Performance Kit is available for €1.099,00 + VAT and Shipping. The Formula version has a price tag of €1.129,00 + VAT and Shipping. Currently, the SP01 Performance Kit is included free of cost. It is not yet clear if the kit will become optional in the near future.

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SP1 Specifications:

Main

Precision press-fit ball bearings on ALL pivot points
CNC machined 6061 and 7075 aluminum main structure
Optimized FEM design for a cutting edge flex-free structure
Custom brackets with adjustable main pedal body angle in 5° increments

Throttle

Carbon fiber pedal pad faceplate (Only in Formula Version)
Adjustable pedal throw by a dedicated knob on the main shaft
Easy to reach spring preload adjustment
Precision machined main shaft with high wear resistance plating
Tolerance machined self-lubricating nylon sleeve for the smoothest operation
16-bit resolution hall sensor
USB-C connector for the main control electronics

Brake

Custom lightweight die-cast pad faceplate with textured grip
Fine-tuning spring preload option on the main pedal, and preload ring on the compression elements
Precision machined main shaft with high wear resistance plating
Custom-designed fully hydraulic damper with 8 preload settings
Several springs and rubber dampers compression elements are available
Self-centering springs and dampers washers
200kg precision load cell
16-bit resolution

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