{"id":2140,"date":"2025-09-06T15:32:55","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T15:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/braketrace.com\/?p=2140"},"modified":"2025-09-06T15:32:55","modified_gmt":"2025-09-06T15:32:55","slug":"cube-controls-announces-astra-steering-wheel-starting-at-e399","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/braketrace.com\/?p=2140","title":{"rendered":"Cube Controls Announces Astra Steering Wheel Starting at \u20ac399"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Cube Controls Launches Lightweight Astra Steering Wheel Starting at \u20ac399<\/h1>\n<p>Cube Controls has unveiled the Astra, positioned as one of the Italian manufacturer&#8217;s most budget-friendly options. With three configurations starting at \u20ac399, the Astra brings Cube Controls&#8217; renowned build quality to a more accessible price point.<\/p>\n<h2>Premium Features at Budget Pricing<\/h2>\n<p>Despite the lower price, the Astra doesn&#8217;t compromise on essential features. Built from aluminum with a genuine carbon fiber faceplate, it includes 10 backlit buttons, two front encoders, two thumb encoders, two toggle switches, and two seven-way switches. The unit connects via Cube Controls&#8217; proprietary QConn magnetic system.<\/p>\n<h2>Integrated Shifter and Clutch System<\/h2>\n<p>The standout feature is Cube Controls&#8217; new ELOI System, which integrates carbon fiber shifter and clutch paddles into one unit. Having integrated clutch paddles in the base model represents exceptional value \u2013 many competitors charge significantly more or require separate purchases for this functionality.<\/p>\n<h2>Lightweight and Compatible<\/h2>\n<p>At 1150 grams with hub attached, Cube Controls claims it&#8217;s the lightest in its class. The wheel offers full SimHub compatibility for seamless integration with popular sim racing titles and telemetry displays.<\/p>\n<h2>Three Configuration Options<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Astra Base (\u20ac399):<\/strong> Core functionality with plastic switchgear<\/li>\n<li><strong>Astra Premium Black\/Blue (\u20ac449):<\/strong> Adds metal knobs, direct drive hub, and premium stickers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n<p>The Cube Controls Astra looks promising for budget-conscious sim racers who want professional-grade functionality without premium pricing. With integrated clutch paddles, lightweight construction, and Cube Controls&#8217; build quality, it offers features typically found on more expensive wheels like the <a href=\"https:\/\/braketrace.com\/product\/fanatec-clubsport-steering-wheel-formula-v2-5\/\">Fanatec ClubSport Formula V2.5<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/braketrace.com\/product\/vrs-directforce-pro-formula-wheel\/\">VRS DirectForce Pro Formula Wheel<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>At \u20ac399 with clutch functionality included, the Astra delivers exactly what the budget sim racing market has been asking for. You can check out the Cube Controls Astra <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cubecontrols.com\/product\/astra\/?srsltid=AfmBOoq60dym5uDDwGkVI4vnGNw_hCPX7V48OBQLjtabUzhbn-w24qSh\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cube Controls Launches Lightweight Astra Steering Wheel Starting at \u20ac399 Cube Controls has unveiled the Astra, positioned as one of the Italian manufacturer&#8217;s most budget-friendly options. With three configurations starting at \u20ac399, the Astra brings Cube Controls&#8217; renowned build quality to a more accessible price point. 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