VIRPIL Controls / grip
Constellation Alpha Prime (Right)
Hardware
- Gimbal
- Not specified
- Sensor
- Not specified
- Axes
- 3 axes estimated
- Force adjustable
- Not specified
- Swappable cams
- Not specified
- Damping
- Not specified
- Extension support
- Not specified
- Throw
- Not specified
Physical controls
- 1 × trigger (2 stages)
- 2 × hat (8-way, push)
- 1 × hat (4-way, push)
- 1 × analog ministick (push)
- 4 × button
- 1 × lever
- 2 × encoder
36 logical buttons · 3 axes · 1 ministicks
Mount compatibility
Provides: VIRPIL Grip Mount
Accepts: Not specified
Threaded collar with internal multi-pin connector used on MongoosT-50 and WarBRD series bases. Supports Thrustmaster grips via DIN-5 wiring compatibility.
Physical & software
- Weight
- 540 g
- Materials
- aluminium, abs
- USB
- Not specified
- Standalone USB
- No
- Configuration software
- VPC Configuration Tool
Regional pricing
| Region | Currency | Price | VAT | Store | Verified | Freshness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU | EUR | €289.00 | Included | virpil-controls.eu | 2026-10-01 | Current |
| UK | GBP | £255.00 | Included | virpil-controls.eu | 2026-10-01 | Current |
| US | USD | $299.00 | Excluded | virpil-controls.us | 2026-10-01 | Current |
EU: Ships from Lithuania (EU) warehouse. EU VAT included at checkout.
UK: Ships from Lithuania warehouse. UK VAT and handling fees applied at checkout or upon arrival.
US: Ships from US regional distribution facility (virpil-controls.us). Sales tax calculated at checkout.
Editorial verdict
feiko Hands-on · 400 hours owned
The undisputed gold standard for space sims and multi-role flight. The metal casing, flip trigger, and analog brake axis provide unmatched tactile feedback.
Pros
- Full metal casing with cold-to-the-touch premium feel
- Analog brake lever doubles as an extra flight or strafe axis
- Dual-stage flip trigger with tactile microswitches
- Available in dedicated left and right versions for HOSAS
Cons
- Tall grip height requires desk mount or low profile base
- VPC software configuration has a steep learning curve
Great for: space_hosasspace_hotasmodern_jet
Skip if: You want a compact, desktop-only stick without mountingBudget is under €200 for a complete setup
External reviews
- Mysh (Mysh_FlightSim) YouTuberecommended2025-03-01
Superb build quality upgrade over the original Alpha. Metal shell adds welcome rigidity and weight.