Got mine Tuesday from OC Pinball and just in time. They received three, and it's the last three until late June or July. Once I had everything setup and tuned (including a light tweek on a malfunctioning START button and reattaching a spade connector I found in the bottom of the cabinet) I installed a shaker motor and a 10" subwoofer.

I heard all the hype, followed the reveals, etc. and this Stern lived up to expectations.... maybe even surpassed them. I'm impressed this time (I am an owner of a SW, AERO, GB, etc.) with the metal ramps, four flips, two spinners, extra plastics, in addition to having more mature code then what we've been use to during their first shipments.

Also, impressed with giving back the playfield two front rails and adding in the back-of-playfield handle. Among other little surprises and benefits. Also liked the "back stage pass" rule guide available on the Stern site. Even this nice little note about signing up for CODE releases is appreciated (we'll see how well that works)

We've scheduled a small Cindo de Maiden party for this Saturday for the chosen few to break her in.

Lastly, even some-what knowing the rule set I'm having a hard time getting to the default GC (250,000) but hope to wipe it his weekend.

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Anyone know if this is the Premium or the LE cab art?

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About 40 games with my PPL shaker in mine and no issues. I have not updated to the "slam tilt prevention" code. The shaker works great - I have it on DEFAULT of EXTREME but it doesn't seem to extreme compared to the other Stern I have with shakers (Aero, SW and GB). Maybe future code updates with add more shaker action.

Yes, that's the goal on an auto plunge.
And to get the SUPER SKILL shot you need to hold the left flipper up (which disables the normal skill shot)
Some have been increasing plunger spring to RED or ORANGE to help pinpoint SUPER SKILL.

Has everyone seen the "Backstage Pass" guide from Stern: http://sternpinball.com/upload/games/iron-maiden/pro/IM%20Backstage%20Pass%20Rules.pdf

Dude, you’re right. It’s no where to be found but listed on the Stern comparison chart “New CPU mounted line-out audio connector for external amplification”. I hadn’t noticed because I installed a Pinovaters sub-out asap after unboxing. Dang.

Anyone find it ?

Removed the pharaoh plastic, cut out a piece of red cadrstock to match the shape, cut out some eyes and the results are great. Removed the bleed over from the target light and lit the eyes. What do you think?
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No, used hole pinch for the plastic stand offs and exacto knife to cut eyes in card stock. Nothing permanent. Super easy except for the bottom right screw. This took about 20 minutes.

My Cinco de Maiden party was a hit, a guest crushed it. I had been drinking so not even sure what mode this image was from but I hadn’t seen it until this point.

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Its a flasher. Test it by testing flashers.

Ordered heavy duty leg bolt plates from Marco and bought some #10 1/2” pan head screws and L bracket kits. Took about 15 minutes per side. I’ve only down the front on Maiden so far. You really need to remove the playfield, IMO, to do the rear properly.

Now that I’m done with IM I’m going to do the others.

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Haha, no it's not but you had me double check. It's a paint run.

Local hardware store. Came in a pack of 4 with 8 screws. There are many different sizes available. I looked for the type Stern put on Star Wars but couldn't find them (the triangle type that prevents flex)

Btw, I was able to add the rear leg bolt brackets without pulling the playfield because of the awesome new rails under the playfield. While back there added two L brackets to both sides. (sorry, no pictures).

Anyone know what “Soul shards collected” in the ball bonus is for ?

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You should get that in writing and share it with us. I want to believe you and Stern because this sounds like a turn for the best and a level of awareness and admission...IMO. Do you remember who you talked to at Stern?

Let me explain. I want to believe you but it's not the best process to call Stern and say "I heard it on Pinside from TaylorVA". I'm responsible for not only my 5 new Sterns but also, as the volunteer curator of the Museum of Pinball, every (and I mean EVERY) new Stern (all LEs) and process many requests. I know their warranty and what it covers and just need your help... that's it.

Anyone know what a “scepter” shot is and where it’s located ?

New code:
“Mummy Multiball - added scepter shots for add-a-ball”

I noticed my upper right flipper not returning to the deenergized (relaxed) position after a flip(see picture). It was random but noticeable.

In the pictures you can see the new EOS switch arm (circled)(nylon) and the nut (circled). When flipper button OFF the arm return past the nut BUT can get stuck on the nut.

In the other picture you see the gap between the shaft yoke and black rubber stop. That gap is there with the flipper stuck with button off.
The next two pictures are the flipper in the "stuck" position and the full-return (normal) position.

The FIX? I simply cut a little corner off of the part that was hitting the screw (as circled in RED in the picture) - NO more sticking.
I did not cut the other 3.

I'm hoping you get the point, it was hard to explain. I'm also assuming this doesn't happen often.

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Also.
I was having a hard time hitting the ORB target (IM Pro) with either flipper. It seemed like the rubber post on left was blocking 30% of the ORB target. Upon inspection I found the stand up target penetrates the playfield through a fairly large triangular hole and the stand up bracket was mounted to the left of center under the playfield "hiding" it partially behind the double high rubber post (left post). I decided to move the standup toward the middle of the playfield and remount being careful not to go too far to block ball path past ORB area.

Picture under playfield shows where I moved the bracket to and the original holes.
Picture on the playfield hows the final and new position of where I moved the ORB target

There's so much left-to-right room I suspect maybe installers have too much variation when installing at the factory.

In the end, the ORB is a little easier to hit and can now be back handed and that post on the left no longer blocks shots.

INTERESTING FIND: Comparing the PRO and PREMIUM parts and wire charts, the stand up on the PRO and the multi-directional stationary ball on the PREMIUM use the same wire and same connection on the same node - therefore you could install the PREMIUM/LE ORB ball on the Pro. Who will be the first to do it? All part numbers are available in the premium manuals.

EDIT - wow! target looks so crooked in the picture. I'll have to fix that. And, it may appear that the post behind the standup could prevent a switch trigger but it doesn't

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I can't disagree but it wasn't centered in the triangle hole. I think I took it a little too far to the right - over corrected. Assuming it should be in the middle, that will be my next target - to center it - and where I'll also assume Stern planned it to be.

EDIT and UPDATE. I moved it back to the middle of the triangle and am now happy. It was too far to left fro the factory and then I moved it too far right... now its just right.
keeping in mind the Prem and LE have the NEW Stern Clairvoyant Ball which senses a hit from 360 degrees. Maybe I'm just a little jealous that the stand up "hit area" is so minimal. ORB target is a very important stand up in the game.

Just got back from Golden West Pinball Festival. Marco provided 2 IM Pros. for the attendees to play. There was a line to play both from the moment the doors opened until they closed each day. They were the two most-wanted pins at the festival.

Also at the show but far from the same popularity were, TBL, Alein, Levy, all JJPs including PotC, Alice Cooper, and so many others.

Side note. Mezal Mods’ torches are awesome! Can’t wait to see what else they produce.

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I probably had the same issue you had with the start button. I simply turned mine a 180 degrees (upside down) and haven't had a problem since.
My problem was that pressing the button was inconstant or not functioning at all. My only concern with rotating the switch 180 degrees is that now the spade connectors are pointed up and potentially going to get touched/hit easier.

Same issue you had?

Code .98 just released.
PRO: http://www.sternpinball.com/games/iron-maiden/pro
PREM: http://www.sternpinball.com/games/iron-maiden/premium
LE: http://www.sternpinball.com/games/iron-maiden/le

Pro:
V0.98.0 - May 23, 2018
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- Instant Info - Soul Shard, Tomb Awards, and Mystery Awards have been added
- Loop Jackpots - after second round of Loop Jackpots you must keep the upper left flipper down to increase the multiplier for each loop jackpot
- Eddie Letters - fixed an issue where you would be locked out from collecting Eddie letters when tilting.
- Eddie Cards - fixed an issue with cyborg eddie card collection, when you completed all the power features and drained before collecting the power jackpot
- Trooper Locks - right spinner lockout after drop target completion was changed to only drop target sweep
- Trooper Locks - right spinner lockout time reduced from 2s to 1.5s
- Mummy Letter Collect - sarcophagus will go back down to a flat position when you cannot collect mummy letters
- Mummy Multiball - Scepter Awards are now being multiplied by playfield multiplier
- Mummy Multiball - Jackpots / Double Jackpots now being properly called out
- Mystery Award - allow mystery awards to award a 'Boost Power Jackpot' even if a power feature hasn't been started
- Power Jackpot - allow a power jackpot to be collected after reaching the minimum threshold even if a power feature hasn't been started
- Power Features - ORBITS and RAMPS completion bonus to the power jackpot changed from 1M to 3M
- Tomb Award - changed 'TOMB AWARD' text during award to 'Pharaoh's Tomb Treasure'
- Tomb Award - added 'Super Combos', awards 5x combos and deathblows for the rest of the ball
- Tomb Award - added 'Power Jackpot X+5', adds 5X to the current power jackpot multiplier
- Tomb Award - added 'Boost Power Jackpot 15M', adds an additional 15M to the current power jackpot
- Tomb Award - added some descriptive text for some of the tomb awards when they are awarded
- Flight of Icarus - changed the starting score from 500K to 1M
- Flight of Icarus - boost the combo time from 4s to 6s
- Hallowed be thy Name - orange arrow shots score changed from 500K to 3M
- Hallowed be thy Name - award shots increased from 3M, 5M, 7M to 5M, 10M, 15M
- Number of the Beast - starting attack value changed from 4M to 10M
- Attract Mode - now cycles through select background videos
- Attract Mode - idle flipper button speech added
- Shoot Again - added background animation and 'Shoot Again' text
- Replay - added replay animation
- High Score Tables - Obelisk scroll can now flip through pages with flipper buttons
- Improved stability
- Adjustment Changes:
- added 'FEAR OF THE DARK SECRET BG %' adjustment
- increased all REPLAY defaults by 25M - starting default is now 150M

Mounted mine on a piece of wire (used to make spinner axles and stuff - very ridged). Hot glued to plane and made a circle at the other end then put it under the screw on the spotlight over Trooper plastic.

What is a PRO LIGHTING UPGRADE?

Anyone figure out "Skill Shot - added Super Secret Skill shots". Hopefully it's not a secret for long.

The backbox light is adjustable at three points. In attract mode, in play and when in the portal. All adjustable in adjustments. I have my attract and in play brightness at 80. Defaults are 100.

I have both and they're so different. I have the AFM SE and it's a great game and all but IM Pro is currently my go-to game in our arcade. I find IM so dang challenging, so many modes, hard shots, highly gratifying when you do well.....

So, what did you decide?

Not sure which Cliffy you purchased? I worked with Cliff at the Golden State Pinball Festival and purchased the one that fits Aerosmith. When I got home I had to alter it because of the post under the metal side round screws. I didn't need to remove the post because the Cliffy fit around it. I plan to buy the REAL IM Cliffy for the shooter lane when he starts making it.

But to remove the post is no bid deal. It takes a LONG time using an combo wrench. The best way is with a nutdriver but typically the head of the post wont fit down the open shaft of the nut driver. Take your time and unscrew is with the hex at the bottom. It's a screw in post.

I just listed the 3D printed ORB mod in the Market Place with additional information in the IM MOD topic
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/iron-maiden-mod-thread/page/5#post-4497639

If the Market Place isnt working just PM me.

Fits Pro, Prem and LE.
$20 shipped in continental USA.

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This is not a stupid question but a real good idea. There are so many high scores on IM. I'd love to see the animations MORE than the high scores. I'm going to see some of the Stern guys tomorrow at ComicCon. I'll mention this suggestion in our meeting.

There must be an update coming out soon.

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I believe you can change the mode which will be activated by hitting the ORB. Each time you hit the ORB the next mode to start will be changed as indicated by the white light in the middle of the palyfield next to the mode name meaning it's ready to be triggered when you spell EDDIE. However, not sure if ball 3 auto switches to ACES HIGH. Then again, this could all be my imagination.

She's based on the Iron Maiden Legacy of the Beast comic book by Heavy Metal and as seen in the Iron Maiden Legacy of the Beast app (game). Her character name is The Clairvoyant.

Since we confessing, I never listened to Iron Maiden, didn't know who they were and didn't recognize one song when I turned mine on. So I went in blind on the theme. Additionally, as the curator of the Museum of Pinball (550+ pins and 600 arcade games) I "in to pinball" but not a serious player and wasn't that good.

NOW, Iron Maiden pin has definitely made be a good player. For the first time I studied the rules, practiced and practiced. Consulted with the pros and challenged myself to learn the game. This was all because of how the game draws me back. I love all the shots and modes. I also really like how the upper playfield is almost like a mini playfield, it's like a whole separate game with the 3rd and 4th flipper.

I'm not sure if IM will pass the test of time but so far it will be hard to beat. Stern, Keith and Zombie hit a home run.

I hope this helps with the speaker distortion.

code 1.03.0
- Enhanced center channel clarity.
- Added bass frequency filter selection options: 125Hz, 250Hz, and disabled.
- Added treble frequency filter selection options: 4kHz, 8kHz, and disabled.

I think it's based on your supplier (where you decide to purchase it). Our local distributor has IM Pro and Premiums ready to deliver and has had them since the game came out.

And typically there's at least one on the playfield near the front edge. Most of the times it's on the front edge. You'll need to lift the playfield to see it.

I just finished printing another batch of the Iron Maiden clairvoyant ORB mod. "They're back in stock" in you're interested.
Still only $20 (includes shipping)

PM me or visit my Pinside shop:
https://pinside.com/pinball/market/shops/1158-3d-mods/01789-iron-maiden-orb-mod-3d-printed

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I have three. #1 and #2 and the one they did the special cover for at ComicCon (I think its #5 - the cover is the backglass of the pro). The comic books are boring compared to the pin but they do give you an insight in the various characters (besides Eddie and the Beast).

$16 - I don't think it's worth it.
Stopping in at a comic book store and finding it on the shelf - rewarding and less then half the cost.

Has anyone figured out a few twerks to the ramp and alley entries and exits which tune up the flow and reduce "rattle" balls?

I adjusted the Katana (right lane to left ramp) shot by tweaking the outer metal guide (top of lane) to allow the ball to be more centered when it hits the base of the ramp and it worked for a week and now needs more adjustments.

What other adjustments are you guys making? I believe a few small adjustments will really improve the clunky rattle balls.

Certainly not required but for home use and if you like mods, this is, on most pins, one of the best $100 you can spend. IMO.

Pinball by the Lake is being held at Lake Alice in Riverside, CA tomorrow by two of the top players in the world. Iron Maiden Pro is one of the games in the line up and I'm looking forward to seeing the scores, players' reaction and of course it's, performance as legacy tourniment favorite.

Wish me luck.

It was a long day and after 15 rounds I didn't get assigned to play IM once!! LOL. I was 3 points short of qualifying for finals and I feel as though if I was in a round with IM I would have made it. dang, maybe next time.

There's another tourniment at Pinball Madness October 19-21 a the Museum of Pinball. (pinballmadness.com) - maybe I'll o better there.

Has anyone received their vinyl record yet? I exactly followed the instructions on the card. Any rumors to when the records may ship? Have any of the premium owners received their cassette?