All Logitech X56 Mods: The Ultimate Guide

The Logitech X56 is an excellent HOTAS, but it's also a fantastic base to modify. Here's the full rundown of the most useful mods, from simplest to most technical, to turn your X56 into a bespoke machine.

1. Custom plates (the easiest)

The quickest and most visible mod. Our replacement plates for X55/X56 display your game's controls right on the device: every button becomes identifiable at a glance. No complex disassembly, an immediate impact on readability and immersion.

2. The stick extension

Extending the shaft by 10 to 20 cm increases leverage and thus precision on small movements. A must for space sims. See our stick extension guide.

3. The spring mod

Too stiff or too soft? The spring mod tunes stick resistance to your taste. It pairs perfectly with the extension. Details in our spring mod guide.

4. Ball bearings

For seasoned tinkerers: fitting bearings in the stick axes removes dead zones and improves smoothness. An advanced, very effective mod, but one that needs technical skill and voids the warranty.

5. Mounts and backlighting

A good mount (desk or chair) stabilises everything and improves ergonomics. And to perfect night-flight immersion, backlighting makes your controls stand out.

Where to start?

Our advice: begin with custom plates (immediate effect, zero risk), then move to the extension, springs and the rest as you like. Happy flying in the 'verse!