Seimitsu LS-56-01 Joystick (Omron switch version)

A popular joystick, coveted by "shmup" fans due to the heavier spring and medium engagement distance.

The LS-56, paired with a Seimitsu octagonal gate, is considered to be the most formidable "shmup" joystick currently available today. 

Sold with the Seimitsu MS mount plate, however is compatible with the Seimitsu P-40 mounting plates, sold seperately. 

This version is the 5-pin PCB variant (ie. generally for arcade stick and fightstick applications).

(Note: As of 03/2024 the main guide will change from a white coloured version for the Panasonic microswitch, to a black version for the new Omron microswitch version - please refer to photos for details)