THANK YOU EVERYONE for checking out the video. Please drop a like if any of this was helpful or entertaining! Links are in the description for every product, in order as they were shown. See you on the virtual fairways 🏌️♂️
@jlnew10
Күн бұрын
Appreciate this considering all the DIY golf monitor videos I've watched that end up being a $25,000 build. You never find this out until someone posts the cost of everything and it could have saved me 25 minutes of watching something totally unattainable.
@UnrealGolfSandro
Күн бұрын
@@jlnew10 agreed! That’s why I’ve been wanting to make this video. I didn’t include the things that I wasted money on and scrapped at the beginning but otherwise I tried to put everything in there down to the rug tape and I’m sure I missed a few cheap things. Otherwise, it’s completely feasible to get one of these done my way for around $3k. I hope it helps, if you’re in the market for building one yourself. Thank you for watching.
@idiotkidvids123
4 күн бұрын
This is the video I was waiting for. I can tell you put a lot of thought into this. I want to start my build soon and now I’m really excited!
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, it was a TON of work 😅 be careful, once you start your build you won’t be able to stop
@PhenomIsPhenominalInPhilly
3 күн бұрын
You deserve more views and likes for this. All the launch monitor reviews and home setup videos I've watched. Took me from wanting setup like yours and thinking it was possible. To thinking I got ahead of myself. And all the affordable for me launch monitors weren't worth it. Wish I saw yours a month ago.
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. I wish I was able to get my video out earlier! Life got busy. 9ft is going to be the safe minimum if you want to hit driver. Especially if you don’t raise your hitting area like in my setup. Some get away with 8.5’ but I’ve never been comfortable in short simulators. If I wasn’t able to hit driver I think I’d be just as happy though. I play a lot of par 3 courses because it keeps me from getting tired after 2-3 rounds and I can play from 6400 yds with just a hybrid off tee. My ceiling is vaulted starting at 8ft. Projector is mounted at just over 8.5 ft and where the club travels has at least 9.5 feet. Did you end up buying a LM or did you pretty much give up for now? There’s so many options for budget sims. You can even do something similar to me but without gspro and a gaming pc and save yourself another $1500.
@joshhebert7
4 күн бұрын
Thanks for putting a parts list. I’m still in the planning/design phase for my sim so this helps a ton. I’ll be pretty much replicating this setup for my space plus or minus a few components. This is by far the best budget sim without giving up quality. Especially with the hitting strip you found. I’ll share my setup once I’m up and running to compare!
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
Hey Josh. Thanks for sticking around and checking this one out! I’m glad you can put some of my build to use. I really do think it was the best way to stay in this budget and still have something that doesn’t feel cheap. Good luck with your build and feel free to pick my brain if you hit any roadblocks!
@joshhebert7
2 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro not sure if it was mentioned already but which alignment stand for the mlm2pro do you use and do you use a laser level to help with the alignment?
@UnrealGolfSandro
2 күн бұрын
@@joshhebert7 great point I didn’t even mention. Probably because it’s not a necessity but I will add it to the end of the list in the description. Rapsodo claims the unit doesn’t have to be level since it’s made to be used outdoors but I really just use the stand to keep it level to my hitting mat. And I don’t use a laser level, i just go into the rapsodo app and every time you start a session it uses the camera to help you align the unit. I just finished a video on how long it takes to setup the unit and gspro and that shows the alignment process. I’ll post it in a couple days. Here’s the link to the stand I use. It still has the option to add a laser level: amzlink.to/az0Mrb6eB8Hbv
@joshhebert7
2 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro That's good to know! I appreciate that.
@hcpgolf
3 күн бұрын
Great budget build 🙌🏼⛳️
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
@@hcpgolf thanks man! I’ve seen a few of your videos when I was starting out and looking into different softwares. Thanks for the great content you’ve put out 🙏
@PhenomIsPhenominalInPhilly
3 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for this brother. Best DIY HGS video I've seen by far. Would love to play a round with ya when I get mine going. Easy W for ya but still be fun!!! lol
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
@@PhenomIsPhenominalInPhilly win or lose is no matter. I enjoy the company when I play! That’s why I’m always looking for others with gspro. It’s a ton of fun to play online. Works well. You get everything set up, send me a message on TT or leave me a comment here. We’ll play. If you need any help or a second opinion on your setup, let me know!
@BigStickGolfing
4 күн бұрын
Can’t believe you did this for around 3k and checked EVERY SINGLE BOX you’d want in a sim! Awesome video!
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching Mr. Stick! I’m really happy with the setup
@jasonduvall4741
3 күн бұрын
You’re the man! I wish I could convince my girlfriend to do the same in my living room.
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
@@jasonduvall4741 don’t forget… the projector/impact screen doubles as a movie theater. And you can finish 18 holes in less than an hour! 🤣😉 get yourself a mat and a net… she’ll come around by the time you’re ready
@1kado278
4 күн бұрын
Thank you for this brother 🔥
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
I hope it helps! The simulator is a blast but definitely a lot of logistics to figure out. Feels good to have it done
@qmccahonlax31
4 күн бұрын
Awesome video!! So cool that it can be so affordable yet so accurate & fun
@lyricz8925
3 күн бұрын
Let's Gooooooo!!! This is a dope video bro!!!
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
Thank you sir 🫡
@bigdogpete43
Күн бұрын
Fantastic stuff. You have a verrrrrry understanding wife lol. Thanks for the info.
@UnrealGolfSandro
Күн бұрын
@@bigdogpete43 haha I sure do. I guess she wants to keep me around. Thanks for watching!
@IdaGolfo
4 күн бұрын
Getting ready to install my golf sim. Cleaned out the garage today. I went with a Mevo plus limited edition because I got a great deal for one that had only been used once. I really enjoyed this video. Look forward to virtual golf. Not sure how it all works yet, but maybe we could play a round online. Cheers bro!
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for the reply and I’m glad you liked the video! Mevo+ is great. Especially since you don’t need an extra subscription for 3rd party software. Are you planning on getting gspro software? If so, we can easily play online. I’ve met a handful of people, played in a scramble, a 1v1 match and had some friends feature on my live streams. If you’re going the gspro route I’d be down to play! Good luck getting everything setup. If you need a brain to pick, feel free to reach out.
@IdaGolfo
3 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro for sure will be getting gs pro! I’ll message you when the day comes:). Take care and gl with your channel.
@deantondreau5402
3 күн бұрын
Awesome video! Thank you for doing this. A few questions I have. 1) You did not mention golf balls used. I assume the Calloway RPT balls? 2) From the video, I did not see overhead protection. From 8', I would think wedges would go above the impact screen or at least some of the time? 3) do you experience chipping issues under 10 yds and do you experience disconnects? Thank you....
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for the response and the great questions. Unfortunately I did have to partially summarize although it seemed like I was rambling forever 😂 I can probably dedicate an entire podcast to this stuff. I will go further in depth with most of these topics and actually already have a few of these answered in my previous videos. I use the ball dot stickers but yes, the dots/RPT balls are necessary for accurate spin/spin axis. The dots work incredibly well and I can use my preferred ball. Since I’m 8ft from the screen, 8’ has never given me issues. My safety net maxes out at around 8.5’ and the closest I’ve come is about a foot from the ceiling on a flop. I can hit my 58° full with no issues. But most would be comfortable with some additional ceiling protection. As for chipping, I have a video put out on my fix for that. It helps with a stable Bluetooth connection and seems to prevent lost data transferred between the LM and gspro. I still have the occasional no-read on chips but I am actually getting chips to read that fly as short as 6 feet. It’s about a $20 fix for a Bluetooth extender sitting next to my unit. When I use the rapsodo app, I do not get disconnects. It seems to be internet related. When I use gspro, I might experience a disconnect once every 3-4 hours but it’s as simple as hitting “connect” on the springbok connector and we’re back up and running. I’m very open about the chipping in my lives and at the end of the day, I prefer the occasional no-read to severe misreads that I had with the skytrak+
@LastTrueSouL
3 күн бұрын
Great video bro! You got me wanting to build a setup now
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
@@LastTrueSouL all you need is 3k and a dream 🤣 you got this
@LastTrueSouL
3 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro getting the 3k is the dream 😂
@stevegiles1729
Күн бұрын
Such a great video! This is a very impressive build at a budget price. My question is about the cheap Lowe's turf. Does it really simulate an actual putting green? I'm hoping to add some realistic pudding without spending a grand on high-end turf.
@UnrealGolfSandro
Күн бұрын
Thank you for checking it out. The Lowe’s turf is surprisingly good. Especially once you attach it to the gym mats it has that softer feel. It runs at about 10 on the stimp from what I can tell and it’s fairly smooth. It’s not going to be a $1000 putting green-type of smooth but it allows me to putt in sim rounds comfortably. If you wanted to raise the hitting area and add a cup, it would be a decent training aid. I actually used this same turf to build a putting green at my previous house and I used it daily. For an extreme budget option it’s better than some of the other options out there.
@edge21str
Күн бұрын
My main problem is low ceilings. Anything less than 8 ft and it's just a matter of time until you punch a hole in the ceiling with a long iron.
@UnrealGolfSandro
Күн бұрын
@@edge21str yeah 8ft is low. My last house has 8ft ceilings. I didn’t even feel comfortable with a 7 iron so I scrapped the idea until I moved. From now on any time I move, the requirement is tall ceilings. I think minimum has to be 9.5’ to be comfortable
@jebronlames5997
4 күн бұрын
This is so cool!
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
Almost as cool as your name 😏 haha thank you for the love 🙏
@jebronlames5997
4 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro i appreciate that. I don't even care about golf but i knew that setup deserved some likes and comments!
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
@@jebronlames5997well then I appreciate it even more. Seriously. KZitem is hard 😂 Have yourself a good karma day!
@jebronlames5997
4 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro you too. I hope this video gets the attention it deserves!
@TheGolfSchop
4 күн бұрын
Great build! I think everyone could use an instructional video about how you talked your wife into a living room golf sim. 😂😂
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
Thank you for watching! And that’s the most difficult part. Results may vary but it’s always important to emphasize that projectors are like home theaters! 😂
@stevegiles1729
Күн бұрын
Yes LOL I have to build mine in the garage
@l8knight845
3 күн бұрын
I'm surprised you aren't running at 1440? I feel like your PC should be fine no? It's a really cool setup! Thanks for the tour.
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
Yeah it definitely can. I change the aspect ratio to fit the impact screen size so it’s 1600:1200 I think. Then I just put it on very high/ultra depending on if I’m streaming, recording, or how demanding the course is. Most courses are not demanding but some designs have tens of thousands of trees and it can affect performance. Thank you for stopping by again and for commenting!
@l8knight845
3 күн бұрын
Tell me you're single, without telling me....then he says he's marries. Lol
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
@@l8knight845 it’s all about finding the right person! I like being home and my family likes having me home.
@PhenomIsPhenominalInPhilly
3 күн бұрын
How high does your ceiling need to be. I know they usually say ten ft. And I see you have a sloped ceiling. Wondering how high it is where you have the projector. Looks lower then 10 but hard to tell
@saythavisone3686
Сағат бұрын
I have the MLM 2 Pro and my space I have is 16 feet. The accuracy is poor with higher ball speeds. Its safe to say you should have more then 8 feet of ball flight, you need at least 11 feet of ball flight.
@UnrealGolfSandro
59 минут бұрын
@@saythavisone3686 I would contact support if I were you. I’m not sure what you consider a high ball speed but I max out at about 168 and it reads just fine. I’ve had a player with a 190 ball speed on my setup with no issues and I just played 36 without a single misread. My setup is 8ft ball to screen, and 7 ft ball to unit. The shorter distance doesn’t seem to affect me. Like I said, I think it’s worth contacting support. If you have a defective unit they will fix it.
@ItsMotiveHQ
3 күн бұрын
W video bro
@UnrealGolfSandro
3 күн бұрын
W comment. Thanks dude 🙏
@PackTBE
Күн бұрын
Question, how did you get GSPro to work with your rapsodo MLM2Pro? I have been looking in to trying this, but I did not think that Rapsodo MLM2Pro was supported with GSPro. Thank you!
@UnrealGolfSandro
Күн бұрын
@@PackTBE thank you for watching. It works and it works well. In my opinion it’s the best way to use the mlm2pro because the Bluetooth connection is so stable. I’ll refer you to triple bogey’s video on the setup but it’s a simple download of a 3rd party connector. I’ve got a video coming out in a bit here today referencing the connection process and how easy it is! Check out triple bogey’s vid! kzitem.info/news/bejne/0Kxo3ICKraB0hGksi=-Zxng6a8umlyRo9z
@rigoalhn1
2 күн бұрын
So did you cut a rectangle in the 4x5 mat to put the insert in?
@UnrealGolfSandro
2 күн бұрын
Yes exactly. I missed that small detail. Just flip the mat around, trace the strip and try to make it as straight as possible. The hitting strip should fit in nice and snug.
@rigoalhn1
2 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandrosweet! Thanks for all the tips man!
@UnrealGolfSandro
2 күн бұрын
@@rigoalhn1 you got it! If you need any other help or need a brain to pick, let me know.
@rigoalhn1
Күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandrosurely will. I appreciate it that. I live in MO so I’m planning for the winter time and setting it up in the garage. I’ve got 8ft 2in ceiling in the garage so in cutting in close in space. I like your idea of the mat a lot. The video i was looking at before the dude was recommending like a $1400 mat because of “back problems”.. so I wasn’t sure. Also might have to do a 60” TV on the side instead of a projector. Haven’t decided if I want to stream from my iPad or hook up my spare gaming desktop with a NVIDIA 3070. Will definitely hit you up.
@UnrealGolfSandro
Күн бұрын
@@rigoalhn1 definitely close on space. Even if you can’t hit driver you’ll still thoroughly enjoy it. That guy was right, the mat is extremely important. But it’s the hitting strip that can prevent elbow, shoulder, back pain, etc. if you find the mat I recommended isn’t sufficient, the popular ones like country club elite are still only around $80 if you just get a strip. I don’t find the cheap stance mat to be a problem and I have zero pain after 6 months with my setup. I don’t see the need for crazy expensive flooring otherwise, unless if just for looks. And if you go with the rapsodo, try their app out before deciding on additional software. It’s great for practice and game improvement and the courses are probably 6/10 for immersiveness. But if you really want that “wow” factor of a simulation software, you’ll want gspro. And that’s what truly takes the mlm2pro to the next level. I didn’t have a projector for a couple weeks after my initial cheap one broke and myself and a couple friends still enjoyed gspro, just by looking at a 27” monitor after each shot. So there’s definitely no need to start out with the impact screen and projector. In fact a net is so much quieter than an impact that you might really like it.
@chadandtyler
4 күн бұрын
Just curious is there an option without the webcam for putting? Like I’ve played the top golf and stuff and you “chip close for a putt “ is that possible with this setup? Or is there any other options or is webcam the only way or best way to?
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
@@chadandtyler autoputt is the common one. Takes all putting out of the equation. GSPRO is great because you can set the gimme ranges. Default is 10ft for a 1 putt, 30 (I think) for a 2 putt, anything else is 3. There’s also a randomizer where you make putts off a percentage and you also have the option to choose your putt. I’ve seen people get creative with that too. But most people don’t putt in general! They say it’s too tricky to judge (which I agree) and prefer auto putt because it makes the game flow better. Having any more than 2 people in the sim can get annoying when everyone’s spending more time putting than getting on the green. Gspro is the official software for the Sim Golf Tour and they have an autoputt tour to accommodate everyone, if tournaments are your style.
@UnrealGolfSandro
4 күн бұрын
@@chadandtyler thank you for the question! I’ll go more into depth with this topic in a video soon. Putting gets asked about a lot
@chadandtyler
4 күн бұрын
@@UnrealGolfSandro awesome thank you for the great detailed response !
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