MaxBP Pro VS MaxBP Original Pitching machine

Q: Pro Feature: How does the "Drop 1/3" switch work?

The Drop 1/3 switch is located on the left-hand side of the control panel. With the switch in the "1" drop position, one ball will feed through the system for every machine cycle as it does during the standard machine operation. With the switch in the "3" drop position, three balls will be fed through the system for every machine cycle providing rapid-fire pitching used primarily for bunting practice and vision drills, excellent for hand-eye coordination. Adjusting the position on the feeder switch will control the speed of the rapid-fire pitching. At the fastest feeder setting with drop 3 and no plugs the machine will fire a ball every second. When using the drop-1 mode two of the rotating holes in the feeder assembly need to be covered. Using the two plugs provided, place them in the two holes of the same color to prevent the balls from falling in these holes. The two plugs when not in use can be clipped to the key ring attached to the handle or placed in the accessory bag (new mid-2020)

Q: Pro Feature: How does Super Turbo work?

The Super Turbo switch is located on the right-hand side of the control panel. There are two positions, on and off. With the Super Turbo switch in the on position the machine will pitch the fastest speed when it’s in the high speed mode. Super Turbo is in effect when the on off switch is either in the on position or in the Turbo position. The speed of the feeder will increase slightly and all other pitch speeds will also increase as a result of the Super Turbo selection. When the Super Turbo switch is in the off position the main ON-OFF-TURBO switch is in effect.

Q: Pro Feature: How does the light dimmer work?

On MaxBP Pro machines, the light dimmer controls the brightness of the pitch indicator light on the front of the machine by turning the knob located next to the light. Turning the knob all the way clockwise will give the brightest light and turning it all the way counterclockwise will give the dimmest light, and on models since mid-2019 it can be turned off.

What is the difference between the MaxBP Pro VS MaxBP Original Pitching machine?

Here’s a handy chart to illustrate the differences in features and functionalities.

		MaxBP Pro	MaxBP Original
Drop 1 – 3	Allows ‘Rapid Fire’ Drills
Feeder Speed Off 1 FAST, 2, 3, 4, 5 SLOW	Time In Between Pitches
Pitch Indicator Light (with dimmer)	Used to Anticipate Balls Release		Indicator Light Only
Turbo	Speed Boost
Super Turbo	Unlimited Gas
Pitch Mode Soft Toss, Righty Curve, Lefty Curve, Low, Med, High	Range of Pitch Speed: Reaction Time and Visual Versatility, Allows Curve
Cutter, Slider, Curve	Type of Curve Arc
Pop-Up Attachment	Great for 12 and Under Practicing Catching Fly Balls	Optional	Optional
Built In ‘Tilt Stand’	Use on Ground or Chair or Bucket

The MaxBP Pro pitching machine is best suited for advanced hitters and teams looking for a full-featured hitting tool.

MaxBP Pro Pitching Machine Features

6 exit velocities
Rapid-fire vision drills (pitch every second)
3 right-handed & left-handed breaking balls (curveball, slider, cutter)
Load indicator light control (dimmable or off)
AC plug-in wall & optional battery pack for portability OR 8-hour internal battery

The MaxBP Original pitching machine is great for mid-level teams and hitters looking to grow their contact consistency.

MaxBP Original Pitching Machine Features

5 exit velocities
5 feeder intervals (3-8 seconds)
Right-handed & left-handed curveballs
Load indicator light
AC plug-in wall & optional battery pack for portability

The Drop 1/3 switch is located on the left-hand side of the control panel. With the switch in the “1” drop position, one ball will feed through the system for every machine cycle as it does during the standard machine operation. With the switch in the “3” drop position, three balls will be fed through the system for every machine cycle providing rapid-fire pitching used primarily for bunting practice and vision drills, excellent for hand-eye coordination. Adjusting the position on the feeder switch will control the speed of the rapid-fire pitching. At the fastest feeder setting with drop 3 and no plugs the machine will fire a ball every second. When using the drop-1 mode two of the rotating holes in the feeder assembly need to be covered. Using the two plugs provided, place them in the two holes of the same color to prevent the balls from falling in these holes. The two plugs when not in use can be clipped to the key ring attached to the handle or placed in the accessory bag (new mid-2020)

The Super Turbo switch is located on the right-hand side of the control panel. There are two positions, on and off. With the Super Turbo switch in the on position the machine will pitch the fastest speed when it’s in the high speed mode. Super Turbo is in effect when the on off switch is either in the on position or in the Turbo position. The speed of the feeder will increase slightly and all other pitch speeds will also increase as a result of the Super Turbo selection. When the Super Turbo switch is in the off position the main ON-OFF-TURBO switch is in effect.

On MaxBP Pro machines, the light dimmer controls the brightness of the pitch indicator light on the front of the machine by turning the knob located next to the light. Turning the knob all the way clockwise will give the brightest light and turning it all the way counterclockwise will give the dimmest light, and on models since mid-2019 it can be turned off.

The faster the pitch, the better your chances are of minimizing the effects of wind. Because it is a light weight plastic ball, wind over 15-mph is bound to effect the accuracy. Additionally, pitching with (same direction) the wind as opposed to across or against will improve accuracy and add velocity.

What MPH pitch equivalent does the pitching machine throw at different distances?

Reaction Times for the Pro

Reaction Times for the Original

Yes.
Fly balls require the use of our optional pop-up attachment because the machine can’t be tilted to far back or the balls will not feed through the machine. This is highly recommend for those 12 and under, a sure thing to save a few knots on the melon and build player confidence before transitioning to practicing with a hard ball.
The Pop-up attachment can be added to any machine at purchase. It is included in the package bundles. For ground balls you can use the machine on the ground our lower tripod and aim the machine slightly down. This also works well for cricket players to working to hit the throw/chuck from the bowler.

Probably not a good idea, like most pitching machines if the balls get wet they will slip as they go through the pitching wheels and be extremely erratic. Water can damage the machine and voids the warranty.