Axys Fehu

[jtc]

Axys Fehu. Has anyone tried this machine out? I am very tempted to pick one up. I'm deciding between this or the Thunder. Looking for a light rotary that lines effortlessly. I've heard good things about the Axys direct drive. Looks like the Fehu has more of a profile shape of a pen machine. You can access the body to replace the drive bar too, which I like. Fawk. Decisions.

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[Patrick]

I've been using the 4mm fehu for a few weeks now. It feels and hits pretty similar to the Thunder but with the balance being more centered. Super sharp and precise lines. Packs color like a monster. I really like mine a lot.

[jtc]

Thanks Patrick. Torn between the Hawk and the Fehu. I'll have to do some more research.

[brimstonesix]

I have a Thunder and love it however if this is just as good get it. Because the customer service from Axys is good and they're in the states

[Tat2dPinoy]

I can't put the Fehu down since I got it. Light, tiny, accepts any grip, and can replace motor if needed

[jtc]

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I'm edging toward the fehu. I am not affiliated with Axys OR this artist but if any of you decide to buy one @curtisaldrich has a coupon code on his instragram for 20% off Axys machines.

[Patrick]

I ended up getting a 3.5mm to try out. As my 4mm seem a little too powerful for blending and softer shading. And, holy shit! I can't put this thing down. It's amazing at everything! My new fave, for sure.

[Butternuts]

Just recently purchased the 3.5 Fehu and have been using it for 2 weeks now. Awesome little sleek and sexy machine. Black and grey and color blending are pretty effortless and the 3.5 also excels as a "shading liner". I liked it so much I purchased another one, the 4.0 version and got the 3.0 stroke body so I have all 3. Loving it so far.

[Bishopbyname]

I've just bought one. How small is this thing!?!? What voltages are people using it at? Seems awesome so far, can't wait to do more with it!

[Butternuts]

I've just bought one. How small is this thing!?!? What voltages are people using it at? Seems awesome so far, can't wait to do more with it!

Not sure which stroke you got (I've been using the 3.5) but I start mine out around 6.4 volts and adjust from there depending on what I'm doing. I recently complimented it with a Critical Atom X power supply so now I have a really sleek setup!! The fact that the whole machine fits in a clip cord bag is very convenient.

[Bishopbyname]

Not sure which stroke you got (I've been using the 3.5) but I start mine out around 6.4 volts and adjust from there depending on what I'm doing. I recently complimented it with a Critical Atom X power supply so now I have a really sleek setup!! The fact that the whole machine fits in a clip cord bag is very convenient.

Thanks for the info. Yeah i've got the 3.5. Obviously a big factor is the carts that are being used, Cheyenne and Slot Lock carts need more poke to get going because of the spring in the carts. EZ and TTech have only a small rubber band inside so they're no problem to push. I did notice the instructions say it would go up to 13v! I think anything higher than 10 at the most is overkill surely!?

Anyway great little machine and can't wait to do more with it. I've got some colour work in on Friday so I'll see what it can do then! :-)

[joelhague]

I did some tests and whatever I run the thunder at I add 1 to 1.5 volts on the fehu. For me 9 v is good for lining on the thunder but 10 to 10.5 on the fehu gets me the exact same lining goodness worked great for dropping in some bold lines with a 9 round shader for me today effortlessly and first pass . . I like the fehu so much I just picked up their direct drive for fun just waiting patiently for it to arrive now :) I got the 4.0 fehu it's a fantastic machine I like the easy access by removing the faceplate etc for cleaning and the 4.0 is producing great smooth shading for me :)

[PAWNJOB]

I really like these machines, I have a 3.5 and a 4.0. I've tried a lot of different machines and these have been my favorite so far. I'm not saying there's not other machines out there that might be better suited for some people but I haven't looked any further. I haven't purchased another machine since I got these a couple years ago