What the TH8A connects to
On the console side, Thrustmaster names the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Xbox Series X|S families, then adds PC. The listing also states this shifter works with every racing wheel sold in the video game accessories market. If your rig is built around a different brand, that broad claim is worth confirming with the wheel maker before you buy.
We recommend this shifter for a driver who wants both gate styles in one unit, since it switches between H-pattern and sequential modes without a second purchase.
| Product detail | Value to match to your setup |
|---|---|
| Product | Thrustmaster TH8A Shifter |
| Model | 4060059 |
| Color | Black |
What it will not do
This is a shifter, not a transmission repair and not a substitute for a working clutch or pedal set. It gives you H-pattern gates for classic racing and a sequential path for faster cars, but it does not add force feedback or make an unsupported wheel suddenly compatible.
The Hall Effect sensor is designed to reduce wear from mechanical contact, which matters if you shift constantly. It says nothing about lap times, and no discount here tells you anything about your car or your rig's health.
We'd consider it for a driver who wants both gate styles in one unit.
We'd skip it if your wheel is not on Thrustmaster's supported list.
The $134.99 offer
- Amazon price
- $134.99
- Customer rating
- 4.6
- Customer reviews
- 8256
- Typical price over 90 days
- $177.15
- Difference
- $42.16 (24 percent)
At $134.99, the TH8A sits $42.16 below its typical price over the last 90 days of $177.15, a 24 percent difference. That is a real gap against the recent average rather than a list-price comparison.
Mounting and setup to confirm
You clamp or attach the shifter to a table edge or a racing stand, so measure the thickness and clearance where it will sit before ordering. A metal housing holds up over time, but it also adds weight the mount has to carry.
Check which port your wheel or console expects for the shifter cable and whether your rig has a free spot within reach of your driving position. Confirm the cable length and the mounting surface in your own setup, since those are the details that decide whether the $134.99 price becomes a working install or a return.
Who should choose this shifter
Buy the TH8A if you already run a compatible wheel on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S or PC and want a metal shifter that switches between classic H-pattern and sequential driving. With 8,256 ratings averaging 4.6, it is a well-reviewed pick at $134.99 against its $177.15 typical price.
Skip it if you cannot confirm wheel compatibility or mount it securely. For everyone else, the last check is the one that matters most: verify the mounting surface and cable reach in your cockpit before checkout.
Specifications
| Model | 4060059 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |