DV4 – Darth Vader ANH EP4 MPP Inspired
Unleash the Original Darkness.
Step into cinematic history with the DV4, a masterfully crafted lightsaber hilt inspired by Darth Vader’s original weapon from Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. Forged by 89Sabers, this elite replica is engineered to exacting standards, paying tribute to the MPP flash handle that gave birth to Vader's menacing blade on screen.
Whether displayed in your collection or wielded in full Proffie-powered combat glory, this is the saber that started it all—a symbol of Anakin Skywalker's fall and the rise of the Sith Lord feared across the galaxy.
🔩 Precision Details:
Based on the original MPP flash tube design used for Vader’s ANH prop.
Made from aircraft-grade aluminum and steel for screen-accurate weight and feel.
Authentic black and silver control box, with working tactile switches.
Iconic flared emitter unleashes the distinctive glow of the dark side.
Textured grip section for secure handling during performances or dueling.
Integrated D-ring for belt attachment—carry Vader’s power at your side.
Available only in Proffie 3.9 or as an empty hilt for master-level customization.
🔧 Core Specs (Installed Version):
Proffieboard (Flashable via USB)
Pixel Blade Connector (lit PCB pins) for full brightness and effects
High-power 2–3W speaker for immersive sound
18650 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery
Approx. 1-hour runtime
3–4 hour charge time (5V/1A recommended)
📏 Dimensions:
Hilt Length: 12.6" (32 cm)
Hilt Diameter: 35mm
Blade Diameter: 1"
Weight: 1.8 lbs (approx. 816g)
📦 What’s Included (Installed Version):
DV4 Lightsaber Hilt – Assembled with Proffie Core (removable)
Collector's Plaque and Stand
18650 Battery (pre-installed)
Pixel Blade Plug
Charging Cable
Tool Kit & Retention Screws
User Instructions
Blade sold separately unless bundled. Check our blade listings for compatibility.
The DV4 saber isn’t just a prop—it’s a piece of Sith history. From Anakin Skywalker's final transformation to Darth Vader’s ruthless pursuit of the Rebellion, this hilt channels the terrifying presence of Star Wars’ most iconic villain. Its roots in the real-world MPP camera flash add to the mystique, making it essential for serious collectors and performance duelists alike.
DV4 (Darth Vader ANH Ep4 MPP Inspired)
- Proffie open-source soundboard (240+ LEDs inside of pixel blade)
- 1" Pixel blade included
- Full sound with Smooth-Swing technology (the most realistic-sounding soundboard saber you'll ever hear)
- What you hear on-screen is what this saber will sound like in real life
- Full ignition, movement/motion, deflection, clash sensitive, and on-demand blaster block sounds
- RGB - Full-color spectrum - Ability to change colors on the fly
- Gesture controllable for on/off
- SD card slot for fully customizable sound fonts and user-selectable blade profiles
- 16+ Preloaded sound fonts
- 5 Different blade ignition/detraction & profiles/designs
- As with any pixel blade; duel at your own risk as LEDs inside the blade can be damaged
It's been said, that working on your own Proffie Technology Core is a lot like working on your own hyperdrive engine without an astromech and you do so at your own risk.
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