{"product_id":"gan-17-magdrive-3x3-magnetic-maglev-20-magnet-ball-core-uv-coated","title":"GAN 17 MagDrive 3x3 (Magnetic, MagLev, 20-Magnet Ball-Core, UV Coated)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGAN 17 MagDrive 3x3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGAN 17 MagDrive\u003c\/strong\u003e is GAN's latest flagship 3x3 and introduces an entirely new magnetic system designed to provide magnetic assistance throughout the whole turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional magnetic cubes primarily use magnets to pull the layers into alignment as a turn approaches completion. The GAN 17's new \u003cstrong\u003eCelestial Magnetic-Dynamic System\u003c\/strong\u003e extends this effect across the rotation: the cube can snap back towards its starting position between 0–45°, while from 45–90° the magnetic system helps pull the layer towards completing the turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a highly assisted turning style designed for extremely fast solving while retaining the stability expected from a modern flagship GAN cube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's new on the GAN 17?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest change is GAN's new \u003cstrong\u003eMagDrive magnetic system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combined with a compact \u003cstrong\u003e17.5mm magnetic core\u003c\/strong\u003e, GAN has been able to build an unusually extensive magnetic structure into the cube, with \u003cstrong\u003e196 magnets in total\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GAN 17 also uses a \u003cstrong\u003e20-magnet Ball-Core\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing corner-to-core magnetic positioning alongside the new MagDrive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply increasing magnetic strength, GAN has redesigned how the magnetic forces work throughout each turn, making the GAN 17 significantly different from previous flagship GAN cubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCelestial Magnetic-Dynamic System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GAN 17's new magnetic system is designed to influence the cube throughout the entire rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0–45°:\u003c\/strong\u003e the magnetic system encourages the layer to snap back towards its starting position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45–90°:\u003c\/strong\u003e the magnetic force begins pulling the layer towards completing the turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a more continuously guided turning feel rather than relying almost entirely on magnetic attraction close to layer alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e196-Magnet System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GAN 17 contains an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e196 magnets\u003c\/strong\u003e across its internal magnetic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre of the cube is a compact \u003cstrong\u003e17.5mm micro magnetic core\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with a \u003cstrong\u003e20-magnet Ball-Core\u003c\/strong\u003e and GAN's new MagDrive structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extensive magnetic system is designed to combine fast turning, strong positioning and predictable auto-alignment during high-speed solves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e72 Adjustment Settings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike GAN's recent flagship cubes, the GAN 17 offers extensive numerical adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003e72 possible adjustment settings\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to customise the cube's setup and easily return to exactly the same configuration later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumbered adjustments make setup much more repeatable than traditional systems where tensions have to be adjusted by feel or by counting individual turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagLev Tensioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GAN 17 uses \u003cstrong\u003eMagLev technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing conventional springs with opposing magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reduces spring friction and helps create the fast, smooth and responsive turning style associated with GAN's recent flagship speedcubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUV-Coated Exterior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cube is finished with GAN's glossy \u003cstrong\u003eUV coating\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as creating the premium glossy appearance found on GAN's flagship cubes, the coating provides additional grip compared with a standard plastic finish, which can be particularly useful during fast solves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGAN 17 MagDrive Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew \u003cstrong\u003eCelestial Magnetic-Dynamic System\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic assistance throughout the entire turn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0–45° magnetic snap-back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45–90° magnetic auto-alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e196 magnets\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout the cube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20-magnet Ball-Core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact \u003cstrong\u003e17.5mm magnetic core\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e72 numerical adjustment settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagLev tensioning system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmni-support spherical internal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV-coated exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStickerless colour scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e56mm 3x3 speedcube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the GAN 17 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GAN 17 sits at the top of GAN's 3x3 range and is aimed primarily at competitive speedcubers looking for GAN's latest flagship technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest upgrade is likely to appeal to cubers who enjoy strong core magnets and magnetic auto-alignment. Instead of simply increasing magnetic strength, the new MagDrive system is designed to guide the cube throughout the entire turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already use a GAN 15 or GAN 16, the new magnetic system is the main reason to consider upgrading to the GAN 17.\u003c\/p\u003e\n```html\n\u003ch3\u003eGAN 17 vs GAN 16, GAN 15 \u0026amp; GAN 12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which GAN flagship 3x3 is right for you? The GAN 17 introduces GAN's new MagDrive magnetic system, but previous GAN flagships remain excellent options and can offer better value depending on the type of cube you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eCube\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003eMagLev\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003eCore Magnets\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003eUV Coated\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eMain Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAN 17 MagDrive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003e20-Magnet Ball-Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMagDrive full-turn magnetic assistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGAN's latest flagship technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/gan-16-maglev-uv-3x3\" title=\"GAN 16 MagLev UV 3x3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAN 16 MagLev UV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003eBall-Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAdvanced multi-magnet system\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eModern flagship performance for less\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/collections\/all?filter.p.vendor=GAN\" title=\"GAN 15 MagLev\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAN 15 MagLev\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003eCore Magnets\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eExtremely lightweight flagship design\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eCubers who prefer a light, fast GAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/gan-12-leap\" title=\"GAN 12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAN 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003eVersion dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003eCore Magnets\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: center;\"\u003eVersion dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eClassic GAN flagship platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eA proven older flagship at a lower price\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich should you choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the \u003cstrong\u003eGAN 17 MagDrive\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want GAN's newest magnetic technology and the most advanced magnetic assistance. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/gan-16-maglev-uv-3x3\" title=\"GAN 16 MagLev UV\"\u003eGAN 16\u003c\/a\u003e remains a strong alternative if you want recent GAN flagship performance for less, while the GAN 15 is particularly suited to cubers who enjoy extremely lightweight cubes. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/gan-12-leap\" title=\"GAN 12\"\u003eGAN 12\u003c\/a\u003e remains an excellent choice for cubers who prefer the feel of GAN's earlier flagship designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n","brand":"Gan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57155217621370,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/0133\/8446\/files\/gan17.png?v=1786357169","url":"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/gan-17-magdrive-3x3-magnetic-maglev-20-magnet-ball-core-uv-coated","provider":"speedcubing.org","version":"1.0","type":"link"}