Cube Controls
Mercedes-AMG GT Edition:
big on immersion.

Review disclosure: I purchased this wheel for my collection. At the time of my original review, I had no affiliation with Cube Controls. The product link below goes directly to the manufacturer and does not earn me a commission. Some other links on this site are affiliate links.

The Mercedes-AMG GT Edition had a specific job to do on my rig. I wanted to know whether Cube Controls had made a wheel that brought the character of the real car into a simulator while still giving sim racers the controls they need.

It largely delivered. The materials, grips and button layout impressed me, and driving an AMG GT car with it added something I enjoyed. The catch was the size: at 320 mm, this felt noticeably different from the wheels of 300 mm or less that I normally use. I adapted, but I still preferred a smaller wheel as my daily driver.

A wheel with a particular purpose

The Mercedes-AMG branding is part of the appeal, but there is more to this wheel than a badge. Cube Controls developed it in collaboration with Mercedes-AMG. The manufacturer identifies the Track Series and GT2 cars as the source of its grip shape and shifters.

That distinction matters: I see this as a wheel for someone who values that connection to GT machinery. It does not have to suit every car in your simulator to be enjoyable. In my collection, it filled a more specific role than an all-purpose formula-style wheel.

The front combines an anodized finish with carbon details, and the metal housing felt solid. The branding was tastefully positioned rather than overwhelming the design. When I first unboxed it, the quality was apparent.

Living with the 320 mm size

The first laps felt a little awkward. Most of the wheels I regularly use are smaller, and the extra width was immediately noticeable. After a few laps, I began to settle into it, especially when driving the Mercedes-AMG GT3 in iRacing.

Matching that car with this wheel felt natural. Seeing the Mercedes logo and holding the larger rim added to the experience in a way I appreciated, even though the AMG was not a car I drove all the time.

The silicone grips felt good both with and without gloves. The overall shape was comfortable for me, but that does not make the size universal. A driver with smaller hands or a smaller frame may respond differently, and someone used to compact wheels should expect an adjustment period.

I would choose the size based on the cars you enjoy and what feels comfortable in your hands. For me, 300 mm or less remained the preference for everyday driving. I enjoyed the AMG wheel most when I deliberately chose it for that particular GT experience.

Buttons and encoders that worked well on track

The control layout was one of the strongest parts of the wheel. The ten front buttons had a precise actuation point and satisfying travel. Six had protective guards. Those guards might look restrictive at first, but I found they helped prevent accidental presses without getting in the way.

Having a multi-directional switch on each side was especially useful. Both were well positioned for thumb access, and the thumb encoders felt natural to use. The larger central rotary encoders had distinct detents and smooth rotation, although reaching them meant briefly taking a hand away from the grip.

The RGB lighting also served a practical purpose. Illuminated buttons and labels made controls easier to identify, with customization available for different functions and telemetry. In my original review, I discussed options including Daniel Newman Racing’s lighting profiles and plugins.

I was less enthusiastic about the arrangement of the rev lights across the top. They could still communicate useful information, but the layout itself was not a favorite of mine. That is a preference worth separating from whether the controls worked well, which they did.

Shifters: satisfying, but loud

The magnetic shifters gave clear tactile feedback and good travel. I liked the paddle shape and found them easy to operate while driving, even though they were not among my personal favorite shifters.

Noise was the more obvious compromise. These paddles produced a loud click, which may be enjoyable if you like a mechanical shift sound. It is less appealing if you race in a shared space or prefer quieter controls. The video is useful here because you can hear the paddles for yourself.

The carbon paddles could be moved between four positions to suit different hand sizes. I could not adjust their distance from the wheel face, but the default reach was comfortable for me.

Connection and mounting: plan the whole setup

The wheel supports USB and Bluetooth connections. Its magnetic Q-CONN cable provides a wired connection and charges the battery for wireless use. The connection remained stable during my testing.

For my own setup, I used Cube Controls’ integrated Asetek quick release, which mounts through the optional wheel hub. That gave me a direct connection to my Asetek wheelbase without an external cable or Bluetooth connection. The quick release was a separate purchase.

The hub is an important part of the buying decision. In my original review, I recommended including it, and I noted that some retailers bundled it with the wheel. Check the exact contents of the package you are ordering: the wheel, mounting hub and wheelbase-specific quick release are separate things to account for.

Bluetooth provides another connection option, but it does not replace the need for a compatible mechanical mounting arrangement. Confirm the parts required for your particular base before ordering.

Price and who it makes sense for

My May 2025 review quoted a starting price of €725 before adding the optional hub, shipping and other charges. That is historical context, not a current price quote. Use the official product page below to check today’s configuration and pricing.

For the right driver, I felt the construction, materials and controls justified a premium price. The harder question was how often I would choose this wheel over something smaller.

If you spend most of your time in GT cars, particularly the Mercedes-AMG, the combination makes sense. If you regularly switch into formula and prototype cars, or want one wheel for everything, the 320 mm shape is a more significant compromise. I would make that decision before getting carried away by the branding.

Would I choose it again?

As a dedicated addition to my collection, yes. The Mercedes-AMG GT Edition gave me the build quality and comfortable controls I wanted, and it made those sessions in the AMG feel more connected to the car.

It did not become my daily driver. I still favored a smaller wheel for broader use, and the loud paddles were a real consideration. But when I wanted that particular Mercedes-AMG GT experience, this was a wheel I enjoyed reaching for.

About this article: Adapted from my original review script and May 21, 2025 video. Driving impressions refer to that review period. Product details were cross-checked with Cube Controls’ official listing on September 8, 2026.