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Gene Simmons Axe Guitar

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Product Features

Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
  • Compatible with both Guitar Hero and Rock Band
  • Bi-directional Strum Bar
  • Ultra Responsive Fret Buttons
  • Analog Whammy Bar

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  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
  • ASIN: B001HWCXSM
  • Item Weight: 6 pounds
  • Media: Accessory
  • Release Date: November 15, 2008
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,143 in Video Games (See Bestsellers in Video Games)

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For the 1st time EVER, Gene Simmons presents the Gene Simmons AXE for PlayStation 2 & PlayStation 3 guitar simulation video games. This high quality 3/4th size replica is personally sanctioned by Gene Simmons to give you the ultimate "God of Rock" experience. Larger than standard video game guitars, the AXE is the tool of choice for those who want to take their guitar expertise to the next level. Through wireless control with a huge range of up to 30 feet (8 meters), the AXE will provide the freedom to express yourself like never before. The Gene Simmons AXE comes equipped with highly durable components, replicated paint finish and full features that make playing your Guitar Hero and Rockband games a Rock Star experience.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars One of the best. A must buy for this holiday season., November 26, 2008
By M. Emery (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
I'm using this with Rockband 2 and it's so close to being great. The guitar is small-ish, about the same size a the official Rockband guitar.

Here's a quick summary:

PRO's:
* No setup: Just plug in the USB receiver, turn on the guitar and they automatically link.
* The USB receiver in in the shape of the axe blade. How cool is that?
* The buttons (all of them!) are responsive and have a nice feel. They look good too.
* Overall build is solid. Very well made for the price. The guitar screams QUALITY! None of its parts, down to the USB receiver, look or feel cheap.
* I actually play better and have more fun.

CON's:
* The neck is too small for adult's hand, smaller than Rockand 2 guitar's neck. I don't have big hands and the guitar's neck still feels tiny.
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I also own RB 1, RB2 and Nyko guitars. The Gene Simmons Axe is hands down THE COOLEST and is the one I'm most comfortable playing with right now. My wish is they would make a full size version for adult's hand. I would definitely pay extra to get it!

One important note: the strap comes off easily unless you really work it into the button's groove when you first put it on. Just make sure you use your fingernail or something flat to press the strap's "button hole" into the silver button's groove located on top of the axe blade.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Needs some improvements, December 4, 2008
Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars 
The Good:
The guitar really looks cool.
Button response is superior to all other guitar controllers I've used.

The Bad:
The guitar feels thin and cheap, especially the neck.
The neck is too long and feels akward.
On other guitar controllers the buttons start on the first fret. On the axe the buttons start on the second fret. You may not think this is such a big deal until you actually start to play it. When I play the green button my hand automatically goes to the first fret which makes sense but there is no button on the first fret so now I'm off by one fret which causes me to miss a bunch of the following notes until I can realign my finger to the proper button.
The strap button closest to the neck will not hold the strap for very long. I've had the strap come off many times while playing which is very frustrating.

The Gene Simmons Axe is a cool idea but it seemed to be poorly designed.
I will keep mine and used it when playing the bass tracks on Guitar Hero and Rock band but it will not be my main 'axe' for guitar tracks and solos.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Quality guitar, November 27, 2008
Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 
the guitar is well built. it has some weight to it so it doesnt feel flimsy. I think the buttons are the best i have tried(rockband and ace flying v as comparisons) the buttons are curved and the part of the button closest to the edge of the fingerboard are tapered so it takes very little effort to press. the strum lever is not noisey like some other clickers if have seen and more importantly heard.
Minuses- i dont care for the position of the whammy bar and i prefer a toggle effects switch in place of the slide switch-and it isnt very useful in the place they put it
aside from that? This is a quality instrument that is priced a tad high but made up for in its quality.
for the person who said its a lefty- it isnt- you go by the strum hand so this is a righty guitar
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

3.0 out of 5 stars Eh.. it's a cool display for sure..
So, I just got it today, and my first thought on it is that it feels really cheap. The buttons are almost too soft and just all around it just feels like it's going to fall... Read more
Published 14 days ago by Joseph R. Krueger

1.0 out of 5 stars It's crap
it sucks, the wammy bar broke, it does the tilt action on its one when your not tilting it, and the string-simulator-switch is real annoying and pinches your finger every now and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by D. Brantley

2.0 out of 5 stars Feels Cheap
I like the looks, but the over all feel of the guitar is cheap. Wammy bar dosnt wok well and when shoke things sound lose. dont wast you money on it. Use less you a Kiss clator.
Published 3 months ago by Marvin L. Adair Jr.

1.0 out of 5 stars Piece of GARBAGE!!!!!
I've had this guitar for 3 months exactly as of today...today it died for good. The wammy bar broke on it a week ago (imagine all the points I lost cause of that). Read more
Published 4 months ago by Chris

1.0 out of 5 stars Flimsy and cheap
Looks really cool, but very light, flimsy and a very cheap feel. It does play very well on Rockband 2 and I had fun with it. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jerry L. Walker

4.0 out of 5 stars Love the Axe!
I purchase the Axe Guitar for my 10 year old daughter and she loves it. The only issue that she has with it is that it is a left handed instrument. Read more
Published 6 months ago by J. Suhr

3.0 out of 5 stars Cool looking guitar, BUT many flaws
I bought this guitar for the looks and also for the size i like the buttons smaller than the stock guitars for GH games. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Nathan P. Londak

1.0 out of 5 stars Suckiest Guitar Controller EVER!!
Well, let's start with the strap. It connects to the top of the guitar, so if you actually plan on standing to play the strap comes off with no effort. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Phillip W. Hilgert

5.0 out of 5 stars Gene Simmons Axe Review
Nice Looking guitar. Finger buttons work well and is a nice addition to my collection. I didn't even feel the need for botox after playing for a few hours. Sorry Gene!
Published 6 months ago by David R. Mcclane

2.0 out of 5 stars Wish it was better
I really wanted to fall in love with this product, but was sadly disappointed. While the controller itself looks beautiful, it's functionality leaves a lot to be desired. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Jamie Kenworthy

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