trixs?

[Chris_automag_07]

i am interested in a matrix and i cant afford a dm4, dmc, or a dm5, so i was wondering which way to go........also mwhat are the ups and downs of the matrixs.
thanks ...
Chris out
btw, i shoot a rt mag so im not really in the electro scene so help me out here.

[can'tthink of1]

Can you afford a proto trix? ($700)

[Chris_automag_07]

well...yeah i could but, i dont know anything about them, and arent they like a dm4 copy-cat?
if im wrong dont burn me too bad, remember i dont know much about them

[FreakBaller12]

Just keep a look out for trixes with good boards in them. Tadao 4.0 is what I have. But tadao 5.0 is out now. You should check at the matrix FAQ section on pbn.

Yes, proto's are the cheaper version of the DM line

[Lohman446]

well...yeah i could but, i dont know anything about them, and arent they like a dm4 copy-cat?
if im wrong dont burn me too bad, remember i dont know much about them

Proto is a division of Dye, basically the cheaper variant of it. Same company, yes it is a copy, but it is a copy by the same company - kinda like Pontiac / Olds vehicles.

[Teamslayer76]

Proto=Dye's Protoje {sp}

They are nice markers and you could pick one up for around 700-800 depinding if its used no new in the box.

The PM5 {proto matrix 5} is almost a copy of the Dm4 its a little smaller. It doesnt shoot as fast but honestly can you shoot like 17bps? It some what accurate if you got a good barrel I don't remember what it comes with stock. Maybe a proto barrel or a Dye ultralight.
Thats all i really know. I've on tested it. Hope it helps.

Teamslayer

[minimag03]

Well, if you don't get a Proto then I'd suggest the NYX if you can find it for a good price. If you don't get the ones mentioned before look for these in a trix...

-Tadao board or Tadao chip
-ACE (eyes)
-Upgraded bolt kit
-Well taken care of with minimal wear

[warbeak2099]

DM3's and older trixes go for pretty cheap. Find like an NYX or Toxic trix. You can find slightly upgraded dm3's for around $500-600 used.

[MadPSIence]

the only Difference between a DM3 and a DMC is a little weight and about $1,000,000 in hype advertising. Not to mention older matrix's have been found to actually shoot a little smoother.

[tolley]

Older Matrix

I've had quite a few markers and have to say that out of the box the matrix is one of the fastest semis around. Sure you can upgrade a Impulse, Shocker, or other high end electro to do better but as far as stock goes, I think Matrix all the way. Even a 2k3, 2k2, or 2k1, as long as you get the gun20 chip. I've seen these go for as low as $250 on ebay.

[Chris_automag_07]

how efficient are they?

[dmonahan]

I went from a DM4 to a Proto. Really do not need all the bells and whistles. It is lighter and more efficient. I get 10 pods and a Halo out of a 45/70 fill. You can not go wrong with the Proto. The stock barrel is o.k. but who really uses the stock barrel anyway.

Get the board re-flashed and a clamping feed neck and you will not need to do anything but the normal maintenance.

[68magOwner]

i prefer the proto over my teammates dm5 (i do not currently own a trix, so, i am preety impartial) pick one up if you want a trix

[magman007]

I went from a DM4 to a Proto. Really do not need all the bells and whistles. It is lighter and more efficient. I get 10 pods and a Halo out of a 45/70 fill. You can not go wrong with the Proto. The stock barrel is o.k. but who really uses the stock barrel anyway.

Get the board re-flashed and a clamping feed neck and you will not need to do anything but the normal maintenance.

ok that is sheer BS. you do not get 10 pods out of that fill. you get 5 maybe 6 and a halo.

[Fatjon]

Im sorry man i get way more than 5-6 pods with my proto. I have an olive proto, with the new hybrid back plug top hat mod. It shoots ropes, havent had a problem with it yet.