Angstrom ResearchProduct Description
The Angstrom Valk 3 Elite M is a light and fast magnetic 3x3 with many innovative features. This revolutionary puzzle has the first “twin-magnetic” system that features both center-edge and corner-edge magnetism. The Angstrom Valk 3 Elite M also comes packaged with additional magnetic caps and elasticity nuts that provide a high level of customization for the user. Lubed with a balanced mixture of Lubicle Black on the core and Angstrom Gravitas, Angstrom Dignitas, and DNM-37 on the pieces, this puzzle features a quick and speedy feel that is superior to a traditional silicone setup.
Original puzzle made by Qiyi MoFangGe. It features an Angstrom Research logo on the red side.
Setup:
- Core Lube: Lubicle Black
- Piece Lubes: Angstrom Gravitas, Angstrom Dignitas, DNM-37
- Center Caps: Clear
- Tensioning Nuts: Clear
Comes with:
- Angstrom Valk 3 Elite M
- Additional magnetic center caps
- Additional elasticity nuts
- Cubicle Cube Stand (assorted color)
- Angstrom Research Collectible Card
Continental Records:
- 7.52 3x3 One-handed NAR Single - Patrick Ponce, February 2019
Easy Returns!
Not completely satisfied with this product? We accept returns within 4 weeks (28 days) past the delivery date, for either store credit, or a full refund to the payment method — the choice is yours.
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Our Promise to You
All of our products are guaranteed to be free of defects, or we will replace and reship at no cost to you. Please contact us within 4 weeks (28 days) past the delivery date to report any issues with items you have purchased.
Please note that some new cubes when being used for the first few times may experience what is termed a "pop". This is when one or more parts of a puzzle pop out without any damage actually being done to any of the pieces. This also occurs from time to time during normal usage. Pops are typically not considered a defect if the parts which come off can be reassembled by hand.
The corners on 2x2 puzzles should not be twisted as doing so may snap the piece. Damage caused by corner twisting is not considered to be a defect.
Fast & Free Shipping Available!
- Free standard U.S. shipping (includes Hawaii, Alaska, and AFO/APO) (2-5 business days) is offered for orders with a subtotal of $55.00+. Free expedited shipping (1-3 business days) is offered at $85.00+.
- All orders are shipped from our New York warehouse.
- Orders are shipped the same business day they are placed, or the next business day. The cutoff for same day shipping is 3PM EST.
- There is no processing/handling surcharge — all our shipping rates are at rock-bottom.
- We ship to all countries not sanctioned by the U.S. government.
- We advise that you look into your country's customs laws before ordering.
Customer Reviews
I got this cube about a month ago. Ootb it was already pretty nice and smooth. I instantly tried out the 2 other magnetic strengths and both felt not overly to weak or to strong. The additional magnets on the centers give this cube a special feel, where it is really fast while still beeing really controllable. This mix made it a perfect pick for me, as the GAN X was to unstable for me and I often locked up, and my WR M is really smooth but the magnets are to light for me.
Even though this has twice the number of magnets, it is really light. That comes from the plastic beeing a lot thinner than other cubes, which you can feel a bit while turning the cube.
The cube also feels a bit blocky, but in a good way, it makes it easier to turn the cube fast and not loosing any grip.
here is a little pro con list:
+light
+nice magnetic strength
+really stable while still beeing fast
+good customization optins
+nice grip
+good color sceme
-might be too stable for some people
-some minor catches here and there
-corner can be twisted when layer turned 45° happens sometimes in solves
-you can feel the thin plastic
I can recommend this cube to people who want a fast and stable cube and don't really like the feel of GAN cubes.
Just for additional info:
global avg: ~11 seconds
PB single: 6.97 (set on this cube)
hoped this review helped someone deciding t obuy this cube
greetings from Germany,
Moritz
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Angstrom Valk 3 Elite is perfect as my new main cube.
I like the size and features of the Valk 3 Elite. Then partner that with the permium service of The Cubicle.
I ordered this cube but I just find the Yoo Cube setup a bit better than this. It's really not bad and I have no negatives but the Yoo Cube setup is better and also 14 USD cheaper but it's personal opinion to be honest
This cube took 100 solves to break in, and after that it was a little slow and kinda tight, so I loosened the springs by 1/4th a turn , which seemed to clean it up, I also put in the stroking magnet center caps. So now that I had the cube to my liking, it was really fast and kinda uncontrollable, so I dropped 2 drops of compound X in the cube which gave it an amazing medium speed with stability and controllability!!! I’m only giving it 4 stars because it was tight and I had to adjust all the stuff, but other than that, great cube!!!!
It's a very good cube OOTB. I kept the clear springs and magnets in, since that is just perfect for me. I did about 500 solves and then put a little bit of DNM in it. I am satisfied with the corner cutting, both forward and reverse. The only thing that bothers me is the amount of corner twists and pops I get, despite my light turning style. Other than that, if you have the money and don't like Gan cubes, this is a very worth-it purchase.
OOTB this cube was quite tight and was a little slow. Then after loosening and breaking in it became very fast and was really smooth to turn. Pick this cube up if you want to get a good angstrom puzzle
This cube turns really well out of the box. It is extremely fast and stable and corner cuts over 50 degrees. After breaking in it became my main and I got a new pb of 10.33 seconds. This puzzle is also pretty quiet, and I would recommend it to anyone.
This puzzle was expected to be the pinnacle of flagships for people who aren't a fan of the GAN puzzle "feeling". Qiyi's competition with GAN is supported by those types of people in QiYi's favor. BUT... What QiYi doesn't have an easy ability to achieve is the get people to switch from GAN to QiYi. The XS was released and QiYi had a secret weapon, the Elite. A perfect cohesive combination of stability and speed that can be tailored to any cubers turning style. I highly recommend.
Right out of the box, this cube is a bit slow but becomes very fast very quickly. Feels similar to the Valk 4 and 5. (I don't have any Valk 3x3s so I can only compare it to the 4x4 and 5x5. Also, they are very good ;) But also out of the box it is extremely tight and needs much loosening. But, even without loosening, the cube is still good. With loosening though, it is a contender with many flagships. Good cube!