XtoysElectraStim Tartarus Quadripolar Electro Butt Plug Review
Editor's opinion
The Tartarus is a quadripolar electro butt plug aimed at people already comfortable with both anal play and electrostimulation. Its four independently firing poles offer far more variety than a standard bipolar toy, but it is not a standalone product: you need a dual-output stimulator and the right cables before it does anything at all.
Electro play divides neatly into two camps: single-current bipolar toys that give a straightforward sensation, and multipole designs that let the current move around. The ElectraStim Tartarus sits firmly in the second camp, with four conductive areas that fire independently to shift stimulation across the plug rather than pushing it along one fixed path.
The headline questions for a buyer, then, are less about the plug itself and more about what it plugs into. This is a component in a system, so before anything else you need to weigh whether you already own, or are willing to buy, a compatible dual-output stimulator and the specific cables it requires.
The good and the bad
What works
- Four independently firing poles give genuinely varied, moving sensation
- Sensible intermediate dimensions rather than an oversized fetish plug
- Continuous, pulse and alternating modes let you shape the feeling
- Storage bag included to keep the connectors clean and protected
What to be aware of
- Needs a dual-output stimulator and 90 degree cables, all sold separately
- Only works with specific ElectraStim control units, not every stimulator
- Electro play has a real learning curve and is not a first-toy purchase
Buy it if
Intermediate to experienced players who already own or intend to buy an ElectraStim dual-output stimulator and want more nuance than a two-pole toy can offer.
Skip it if
Newcomers to electro play or to anal play, and anyone hoping to use a plug straight from the box; a self-contained beginner set would make far more sense as a starting point.
Design and materials
The defining feature is the quadripolar layout: four conductive areas that fire independently via four 2 mm pin connectors. Where a bipolar toy sends current along a single path, four poles allow the sensation to be directed to different points and to move between them, which is the main reason to choose this over a simpler plug.
Dimensionally it is well judged for its intended audience. At 3.8 cm across and 9 cm insertable it sits in intermediate territory, not the oversized end of the fetish shelf. That said, the brand's own note is worth heeding: stronger patterns make the plug feel larger than its measurements suggest, so the effective intensity comes as much from the settings as from the size.
How it is meant to be used
Three pattern modes are on offer, continuous wave, pulse and alternating, and with four poles to play across, the combinations give experienced users plenty to experiment with. The alternating and pulse modes are where the multipole design earns its keep, moving the current in ways a two-pole toy simply cannot.
Be clear that this is not a plug you switch on. It has no controls or power of its own. It requires a dual-output stimulator plus 90 degree cables, both sold separately, and ElectraStim specifies the SensaVox, Flux or AXIS units. Factor that into your plans and your budget before buying the plug in isolation.
Care and cleaning
Electro toys need care around their conductive areas and pin connectors. Keep water and lubricant away from the connection points, dry everything thoroughly, and store the plug in the included bag so the pins stay clean and undamaged between sessions.
Use only water-based lubricant with electro play, as it conducts and behaves predictably; oil and silicone lubricants are best avoided here. As always with anal toys, thorough cleaning before and after use is non-negotiable.
How it compares
Against a standard bipolar electro plug, the Tartarus offers a step up in complexity and variety, which is precisely its appeal for people who have already outgrown a two-pole toy. If you find single-path electro sensation a little static, four independent poles are the logical progression.
Where it loses out is convenience. Self-contained electro toys and beginner kits bundle everything you need, whereas the Tartarus assumes you are building or already have a compatible setup. That makes it a specialist choice rather than an all-in-one purchase.
The bottom line
The Tartarus is a well-designed, sensibly sized quadripolar plug that rewards curiosity, and for someone with the right ElectraStim stimulator it opens up considerably more variety than a bipolar toy. Just go in knowing it is a component, not a complete product, and that the required stimulator and cables are separate purchases.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Tartarus on its own?
No. It has no power source or controls of its own and requires a dual-output stimulator plus 90 degree cables, both sold separately, before it will function.
Which control units work with it?
ElectraStim recommends the SensaVox, Flux or AXIS dual-output stimulators. It uses four 2 mm pin connectors, so you also need the appropriate 90 degree cables.
Is this suitable for beginners?
The size is intermediate rather than oversized, but the four-pole electro design suits people already comfortable with both anal play and electrostimulation. A newcomer would be better served by a self-contained beginner kit.
What lubricant should I use?
Use a water-based lubricant, which conducts well and suits electro play. Avoid oil and silicone lubricants, and keep lubricant away from the pin connectors.
Why does it feel larger on stronger settings?
The brand notes that more powerful patterns make the plug feel larger than its physical size. In practice the perceived intensity is shaped as much by your stimulator settings as by the 3.8 cm diameter.