Note Regarding Hori Low Profile Matte Buttons. Additional Compatibility Reports.
The Silencer pads compatible with the recent Hori Hayabusa low-profile matte version, but will require cutting off the side tabs. This is similar to Seimitsu PS-15 low profile pushbuttons. Additionally customers have reported compatibility with Samducksa 201 Futaba and 202 MX pushbuttons.
In November 2012, one of the highest voted ideas in our product suggestion forum was creating silent foam washers. This would provide an alternative to Sanwa's ground-breaking, but limited silent button lineup of OBSFS pushbuttons. Imagine having the ability to silence Sanwa OBSN screwbuttons, or the more recent translucent OBSC pushbuttons.
Now imagine the same for Seimitsu.
Available now is Silencer - a 1mm foam washer shaped to fit in both Sanwa and Seimitsu 30mm pushbuttons. Suggested by you, and tested over several months for performance and durability.
Unique Shape and material
Silencer is a 1mm foam washer that conforms to the internal housing of Sanwa and Seimitsu's 30mm pushbutton lineup. It also utilizes small "tabs" at each end of the washer, which additionally absorb the sharp sound created as the pushbutton plunger's tab meets the rim. Sanwa and Seimitsu - for copyright purposes - deliberately orient their plunger tabs differently from one another. Silencer's tabs can be oriented horizontally or vertically for Sanwa or Seimitsu's unique housing. For Sanwa OBSF, OBSN, OBSC and Seimitsu PS-15 pushbuttons, Silencer's tabs can be snipped off without affecting its ability to reduce noise.
Silencer's foam material was chosen for the closest match to Sanwa's original foam washers. For increased durability, an incredibly thin and flexible plastic film was placed on one side.
Installation
installing the Silencer foam pads into a Sanwa or Seimitsu pushbutton is straightforward. Place the washer - plastic film side down - into the button housing. Align the small tabs so that they stick out of the holes on each side of the housing. For Seimitsu PS-15 low profile pushbuttons, snip the tabs off with scissors and place into the housing.
Months of Play-testing, Sound and Endurance Tests
The objective of Silencer is to provide an alternative washer for Sanwa and Seimitsu pushbuttons that effectively reduces noise, but also matches the actuation ability and natural feel in Sanwa's OBSFS offering. To do this, we sent prototypes of the washer - originally in clear silicone and later foam - to a group of dedicated testers. Over several months, we learned that foam was more effective in matching Sanwa's original washer and absorbing shock while matching the actuation of Sanwa's own product. We also learned that "springiness" and "mushiness" was an undesired factor in other washers - first with our silicone prototypes, and later with competing solutions.
Further, we performed blind tests with individuals and groups, who assumed that Sanwa's OBSFS pushbuttons were installed. The washers were taken to tournaments in Philadelphia and utilized in joysticks swapped amongst players during the events. Those using Silencers indirectly reported no differences in feel to our testers; they didn't feel "springy" or"mushy", and were able to tap away normals, links and combos as they always did.
Finally, we performed tests in Seimitsu's PS-14 K and KN series of pushbuttons. The KN was most compatible due to its internal housing; Silencers proved effective for both in muffling sound while not restricting their unique feel. Though we couldn't perform blind tests, players that did use them were quite pleased that pads were designed for Seimitsu.
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Focus Attack
Silencer Sanwa/Seimitsu 30mm Foam Washers (Pack of 8)
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Silent inputs for the night warrior.
The silencer washers from Focus Attack provide a great way to reduce noise output without reducing input feel. While they do decrease the "throw" of the button press when hitting the actuator, for some reason that still doesn't seek to detract from the respsonive of the button itself. as matter of fact, I found that the shorter button press felt more natural when performing actions with tight execution.(Kazuya's EWGF for example) This might just be a personal preference, but it just goes to show how well these washers preserve the input feel. I'd definitely recommend these as a alternative to buying Hori or Sanwa silenced buttons and i might just buy another set for my tournament stick too! Ethan Morse on Jan 22nd 2019
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Great!
They work on Crown buttons too! Wlouie on Nov 28th 2018
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Exactly what I was looking for.
Cheap, easy install and great results. Makes the annoying clicky-clicky sound go away + I feel like the buttons become ever so slightly more sensitive which is a plus in my book! M. Obscure on Sep 4th 2018
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Worked perfect on a Mayflash F500
These worked great with the default Mayflash F500 buttons. I bought the washers to last until my Sanwa silenced pushbuttons arrived, but these worked well enough I probably didn't need the upgrade. demongund on Aug 29th 2018
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Awesome product
My roommate doesn't yell at me anymore. BoltStatic on Aug 1st 2018
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Works Great in Hori Buttons
Works as intended Unknown on Jun 26th 2018
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Works great
Way quieter. Feels a little different at first but you get used to it. Joseph Howard on Jun 13th 2018
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Much quieter, dampens effectively
I expected near silent, it's still audible, however it is MUCH quieter. I don't regret my purchase at all that being said. Very reasonable price, easy installation. Now my roommates won't hear my 3am combos! 4.5/5 would recommend - Offensive Gaming Offensive Gaming on May 25th 2018
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Quality Product + Customer Service
Work great on my Qanba Drone, the sound of the buttons is still there but the sound carries a lot less than it used to. My first shipping came with a missing washer, after contacting customer service they sent me a replacement almost the same day. Very highly recommended for the price if you have roommates or thin walls. Unknown on May 25th 2018
