Who Makes the Best Neopixel Lightsaber?

The neopixel phenomenon continues to gain steam as a growing number of dedicated Star Wars fans discover the unparalleled aesthetic and performance benefits of these revolutionary lightsabers. There is really nothing quite like a neopixel lightsaber. Due to their strategically placed RGB light-emitting diodes (LEDs), these sabers provide both a uniquely “full” illumination as well as a variety of visual effects that closely replicate the distinctive capabilities of cinematic lightsabers.

The neopixel lightsaber has much to offer—to the solitary practitioner who enjoys performing lightsaber tricks, to the avid dueler who wants to go head to head with a like-minded enthusiast, and to the collector who simply enjoys the artistry displayed by this type of saber. But where should fans turn to acquire high-quality lightsabers built with this innovative technology?

By Ultra Sabers July 14, 2023

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Best Neopixel Lightsaber Companies

It’s not like there’s a shortage of neopixel lightsaber companies out there. Although “NeoPixel” is a registered trademark of Adafruit Industries, quite a few competitors have entered the fray with their own versions of these lightsabers.

Among the newer arrivals to the neopixel game is Ultrasabers, an industry leader in custom lightsabers since its founding in 2005. The company’s LED-powered UltraPixel lightsaber blades have already won widespread admiration among serious collectors.

How does Ultrasabers compare with the best neopixel lightsaber companies active today? Its neopixel lightsabers provide a number of benefits that surpass the typical pixel lightsaber, and place these products at the leading edge of commercially available sabers that utilize this technology. What follows is an examination of the singular advantages of the pixel lightsaber, and Ultrasabers’ contribution to the field.

Standard Neopixel Lightsaber Features

No matter what kind of neopixel lightsaber you select, it should come with certain features particular to this type of design. Most of these features relate to the visual appearance of the neopixel blade, which is illuminated by a series of LEDs attached along the inside. This results in a solid glow to the blade that outshines the uneven brightness associated with traditional base-lit lightsaber hilts. That’s why neopixel blades tend to closely resemble their counterparts of the film and TV world.

In addition, the LEDs can generate a variety of dynamic effects, such as incremental ignition and shutdown, that are impossible with standard lightsabers.

These are the universal characteristics of a neopixel lightsaber. Many manufacturers provide additional options that enhance the lightsaber’s range of capabilities. But if you really want the premier pixel saber experience, nothing can match the UltraPixel collection by Ultrasabers.

The UltraPixel Neopixel Lightsaber Blade Difference

Ultrasabers’ neopixel lightsabers include a state-of-the-art blade that leverages LED technology to produce a number of impressive visual effects. Each lightsaber also comes with an Obsidian Soundboard with Chassis. These components work in conjunction to create a number of impressive options, such as:

Customizable Sound Fonts

From the classic plasma-energy “hum” to a persuasive clashing noise when two blades collide, the Obsidian Soundboard enables access to many sounds that enliven the lightsaber while in action, providing a dynamic aural experience as well as a visual one. Up to 340 seconds of audio storage gives the user plenty of space for custom sounds.

Various Lightsaber Colors

The color of the UltraPixel blade can be easily altered at will, merely by activating the gesture-enabled controls. There’s no need to hook up the blade to a laptop. You can switch from red to blue, or select a less common color from the lightsaber spectrum, in just a few moments.

Long-Lasting Battery

Each UltraPixel lightsaber comes with a 3.7V, 18650 cell Lithium-ion (Li-ion) rechargeable battery that can be used for years.

Visual Effects

UltraPixel lightsaber blades produce vivid extension/retraction, Flash on Clash, and Latch Lockup effects, among other options.

Neopixel Lightsaber Hilts

Where Ultrasabers really shines, though, is in its huge assortment of hilts. There are literally dozens of expertly crafted hilts in the Ultrasabers catalog, and more will be arriving in the not-so-distant future. This collection is a treasure trove for the discerning collector and casual fan alike. Current models include:

Apprentice
Crimson
Guardian
Initiate
Monarch
Gray
Aeon
Manticore
Grand Master
Sentinel
Reaper
Electrum
Standard issue
Overlord
Emperor
Dominix
Scorpion
Fulcrum
Liberator
Shock
Malice
Prophecy
War Glaive
Mantis
Brood
Savior
Dorinian
Bellicose
The Fallen
Spectre
Arbiter
The Survivor
Darksaber
Archon
Menace
Graflex
Azure
Empress
Omen
Bane
Raven
Chosen One
Consular
Butcher
Ghost

Many of these neopixel hilts are inspired by a particular character or saber from the Star Wars universe. For example, if you really want a Darth Vader lightsaber, consider the Chosen One CE, which not coincidentally shares the title once bestowed on Anakin Skywalker. The Darksaber CE v2 is modeled on one of the most fearsome sabers in the known Star Wars universe. The Consular is named after the Jedi Order’s masters of diplomacy.

These are just a few of the available options. Every Neopixel blade hilt is made from highly durable T6 aircraft aluminum.