The Chinese manufacturers are adapting

[Jackson]

I think we will be seeing much more of this. Inexpensive RTFs with official transmitters (that can be used for other builds) and brushless motors.

http://www.banggood.com/HiSKY-HMX28...-Gryo-RC-Quadcopter-CC3D-FC-RTF-p-983329.html

Initial response had been quite favorable, they also say it's quite speedy. HK rebadges the TX.
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/...6_Model_Memory_Inc_7_Ch_Receiver_Mode_1_.html

BG has has 7 channel RXs priced right.
http://www.banggood.com/Hisky-2_4Ghz-XY7000S-Receiver-for-Hisky-H-6-Transmitter-p-967280.html

Got a nice look and seems very well behaved.

 

[HDtallrider]

Man oh man I hope it continues! Seems the pressure of the market place is working, to quote a Roger Waters line.

 

[Jackson]

There is actually a number of them out there, this one though is priced right

A more complete assessment. He says 'WOW' and 'I like it" a lot.