| Price | Amazon |
| Release | December 12, 2024 |
| Compatibility | PS5 / XSX / NS / PC |
| Dimensions | 16″ x 7″ x 1″ |
| Weight | 3.75 lbs |
| Cable | 3 m |
Overview
The Hit Box Ultra is slimmer and has upgraded compatibility compared to its predecessor. Furthermore, its default color is black (instead of white).
As for the C.O.M.B.O. Extension buttons, they allow the Ultra to have 15 buttons instead of the usual 12. The three extra buttons are for touchpad, L3, and R3.
Not only does the Ultra use C.O.M.B.O. Extensions, even the buttons are C.O.M.B.O. Buttons. They utilize low profile Cherry MX Speed Silver switches with 0.3 mm activation and 1 mm of travel.
As for the C.O.M.B.O. Extensions, they feature Kailh PG1425 X switches. This time around, they have 1.5 mm activation with 2 mm of travel. What is cool about these Extensions is that you can rotate them to optimize their positioning to your preference when using the Ultra.
To clean and change accessories, the button rims unlock from the top. The Ultra’s button wiring is traditional with quick disconnects and standard terminals.
The Ultra’s SOCD cleaning modes include:
- Natural
- True neutral
- Last input priority
- Hit Box standard SOCD
That last mode makes left and right equal up. Also, down and up result in just up. Needless to say, there is a tournament mode switch to lock the function buttons found in the Ultra’s back.
Hardware-wise, Hit Box Arcade strived to simplify rewiring with the Ultra. Namely, there are solder-free pinch terminal blocks and plugs to help rewire the C.O.M.B.O. Extensions to different inputs, including directions. Something you can do is reinstall the Extensions to other button holes to create your own unique layout.
As for the bottom of the Ultra, it is magnetically removable to make your life easier. There is also anti-slipping foam to keep the controller in place while you go on winning streaks online. One more thing about the material: the enclosure is made of steel with thick acrylic on top.
The Ultra uses a USB-A cable that is detachable. The connection is the quick-release style, and the USB port is flush with the enclosure.
That is not all! With your order of the Ultra, you should also get:
- Sling bag
- Microfiber cloth
- Three extra C.O.M.B.O. Extension keys
- Three C.O.M.B.O. Extension key protectors
- Three accessory sets of 12 optimizers for silencing and changing travel distance
Before you go, we would just like to let you know that, if you are able to customize your Ultra’s art, we can help you with that through our custom art service here at The Arcade Stick. For example, below is Hit Box art our Gilbert Han illustrated before, and he can do the same for your Hit Box:
