HF8 Pro Unboxing, Setup, First Impressions and Sim Hub | Adding Haptics To My Sim Rig!

I finally added haptics to the sim rig! This video is an unboxing and my first impressions of the Next Level Racing HF8 Pro to see if it actually delivers on the 400% more power claim. I’ll follow this up with a full review once I’ve fully tested it. Now that the new PC build has transformed my driving experience in Assetto Corsa, I wanted the physical feedback to match the visual speed without spending a fortune. The HF8 Pro is one of the more “affordable” entries into the physical feedback world, offering a complete package, featuring 8 individually controlled zones, new SIMAERO breathable mesh, and high-density foam designed for those long racing sessions. Hardware Specs Motors: 8x Individually controlled haptic zones Performance: 200% more torque and 75fps real-time haptics Compatibility: PC (USB) and Console (Audio Jack) Software: Using SimHub for telemetry-driven feedback Affiliate Links: Next Level Racing HF8 Pro - https://amzn.to/4ueyUHi Next Level Racing HF8 Standard - https://amzn.to/4dwBkKq My PC Build: Mouse: https://amzn.to/3Pw7JbW - Logitech G502 Hero Keyboard: https://amzn.to/4wcS0iq - CORSAIR K70 CORE TKL RGB Tenkeyless Mechanical Wired Gaming Keyboard red switches Case: https://amzn.to/3OpV4XE - Antec AX61 Elite ARGB Tempered Glass Mid-Tower ATX Case CPU: https://amzn.to/4cMvOTy - AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 6 Core 12 Threads up to 5.4GHz AM5 Unlocked RAM/Memory: https://amzn.to/4cKztkA - Corsair Vengeance 32GB (2x 16GB) DDR5 6000MHz C30 AMD Hard drive/SSD: https://amzn.to/4mNpekd - Kingston NV3 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD - SNV3S/1000G GPU: https://amzn.to/4sYK6Xb - Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5060 Ti EAGLE MAX OC 16GB Video Card Motherboard: https://amzn.to/4tptDfC - MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI 7 AM5 mATX Motherboard PSU (UK Plug): https://amzn.to/4e78JgI - Cooler Master Elite Gold 750W 80+ Gold ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Power Supply ((Note: Linking UK version as AU stock varies, check local availability)) CPU Cooler: https://amzn.to/4e10ClH - Thermalright Assassin X 120 R Digital ARGB CPU Cooler Replacement Case Fans: https://amzn.to/4sWOxBU - Thermalright TL-C12C-S X5 CPU Air Fan My Sim Rig: Monitor: https://amzn.to/48UsOmP - Dell P3424WEB 34" Curved Wheel base: https://amzn.to/48iSxFg - Moza R16 Direct Drive Cockpit: https://amzn.to/4eH0KqF - Next Level Racing GT Lite Foldable Simulator Cockpit (NLR-S021) Pedals: https://amzn.to/3QYIKOH - Moza SRP Load Cell Pedals Pedals Brake kit: https://amzn.to/3OYUKPG - SR-P Lite Brake Pedal Performance Kit Pedal Accessory Kit: https://amzn.to/4d1yAFA - Enhancement Pack Interior Accessories for Moza for SRP Moza R3 Bundle: https://amzn.to/3R4KUwe - (Includes the ESX wheel) Accessories: Shoes: https://amzn.to/4cNNNJh - Vsufim Quick-Dry Water Sports Barefoot Shoes Aqua Gloves: https://amzn.to/4mNtxvG - Mechanix Wear: Specialty Grip Work Gloves Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Using the links above helps support the channel at no extra cost to you! Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:18 - The HF8 Pro has arrived! 0:45 - What is the HF8 Pro? 1:24 - Unboxing 4:20 - Setup/fitting to the rig 6:03 - Installing and setting up Sim Hub - Configuring the HF8 Pro 9:58 - First drive/first impressions 11:59 - Sim Hub license 12:25 - Further testing with the license 14:30 - Conclusion LET’S CONNECT: Are you just starting your sim racing journey or are you a veteran with budget tips? Drop a comment below. I’d love to hear what gear you started with! Music: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Monkeys Spinning Monkeys - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...