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Zaraki_Kenpachi
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I just use my MX Revolution since I really like it for my normal computing tasks. I've never bought a separate mouse for gaming, I usually just get one that I like for normal computing although I had the most basic microsoft wireless mouse for the longest time.
I'm debating between a Microsoft Sidewinder X8 or a Logitech G9(x). They're both about the same price, but the X8 is appealing due to being wireless (please no "you can't game with a wireless mouse posts", they don't bother me).
Unfortunately I can't find either in a store to see how they feel. I tend to use a hybrid claw/palm grip where my palm does rest on the mouse but I curl my fingers up and grip the sides with my thumb and pinky like in a claw grip.
Anyone have any opinions between the two?
Unfortunately I can't find either in a store to see how they feel. I tend to use a hybrid claw/palm grip where my palm does rest on the mouse but I curl my fingers up and grip the sides with my thumb and pinky like in a claw grip.
Anyone have any opinions between the two?
19 & 21 said:
Lachesis - fine for the first 6 months, drivers or laser has issues from time to time now. Most likely drivers.
I just got the Lachesis what a great upgrade from my IntelliMouse Optical.
My only beef is when I put my mouse down on my mouse pad too hard it tends to switch profiles on me. (Gotta stop RAGIN')
Lasthope106
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Just upgraded.
Fixed1979
Member
I sent the first one back because it arrived DOA. My second one is the biggest piece of shit I have ever used in my life. I feel like I need to keep using it because it cost so much, but I'm definitely looking on getting rid of this thing. From the self moving pointer to not waking up, to not holding it's charge, to squeaky scroll wheel. There will never be another Razer product attached to my computer. I've always used Logitech and I'll be going back to them once I pick out a new mouse and build up enough gumption to throw a $100+ mouse in the trash. 1/10
Before that I had a first gen G5. Great mouse, started getting jittery after about 4 years of usage. Wished only for more buttons. 8/10
Baller. PhD
Banned
My fellow MX518/G5 bretheren, I have a a question. How do you guys "grip" your mouse? Does your middle finger rest on the right click button, or your right ring finger? I've been using my right ring finger without even realizing it, and clawing it pretty hard. It gives me great control but my hand starts to hurt after long gaming sessions. I've been trying to train myself to use my middle finger, but I don't feel as precise with it.
What say you GAF?
What say you GAF?
Baller. PhD
Banned
I grip the mouse with my thumb and pinkey so I can pick it up and move it quickly. I dunno, I like that I can mouse scroll / right click / left click instantly, but it does hurt after a while. I wish I wasn't used to holding it like this. :lolFixed1979 said:
ChoklitReign
Member
It's awesome. Way more durable than the MX518.
darkpaladinmfc
Member
Previously DeathAdder, now G9X after having 2 DeathAdders break on me. Both great mice, G9X is only for high sens claw grip though.
Rollo Lawson
Banned
i use a deathadder. ^ how did yours break?
Wolf Akela
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I could've gotten the carbon fiber edition, but it costs twice more, so no thanks.
Two side buttons, zoom in/out, dpi button, side clicks for the mouse wheel. I had to solder this once since a wire got broken off.
I have had lots of gaming mices:
- mx 310 (aka "cheat in hand")
- razer diamondback
- g5
- razer imperator
- g9
All of the are great mice but of all the shapes my favourite is the g5. The "bump" shape makes it the more comfortable of all. Imperator and g9 are amazing, imperator has z tracking though, but the claw grip jts doesnt make it for me as I have to make quick sweeps most of the time (i play ql and it is a VERY fast game). My two cents.
- mx 310 (aka "cheat in hand")
- razer diamondback
- g5
- razer imperator
- g9
All of the are great mice but of all the shapes my favourite is the g5. The "bump" shape makes it the more comfortable of all. Imperator and g9 are amazing, imperator has z tracking though, but the claw grip jts doesnt make it for me as I have to make quick sweeps most of the time (i play ql and it is a VERY fast game). My two cents.
What bluetooth mice are people using nowadays? I'm looking for one for my laptop since i'm sick of carrying so many wires around in my bag and the old wireless mouse is reaching the end of its pitiful life. Gaming isn't a huge deal on my laptop as I use my desktop for any FPS type stuff. Most of what i'm seeing are tiny mice that would never be comfortable in my gargantuan hands. Just because I want a mouse to be portable doesn't mean I want to be able to fit a couple of them in my pocket.
Agent Ironside
Member
Im convinced they molded this mouse from my hand without my knowledge. Best mouse ive ever used.
someguyinahat said:
This is a LX-8 and I bought one when my previous mx310 died (needed one that was amidextrous for the Wife) and while it's not horrible, it definitely shouldn't be used for gaming unless accuracy isn't important to you. The latency is too great to be really any use in FPS and RTS games. My opinion of course. We ended up using it with our netbook when at a table or desk.
After, we bought a rx1500 to replace the dead mx310 and it's surprisingly good, definitely the best ambidextrous mouse out there for the price.
I also use a mx518 when at my main gaming PC and it's reputation stands for itself as others in the thread have testified.
Ive had an MX518 for something like 4 years now.
But, damn GAF just got me to order a Razer Death Adder, it will be here in a few days so I cant wait to try it out, but some of the pictures have those blue LED lights, I cant say I really like stuff like that, can i turn the lights off?
But, damn GAF just got me to order a Razer Death Adder, it will be here in a few days so I cant wait to try it out, but some of the pictures have those blue LED lights, I cant say I really like stuff like that, can i turn the lights off?
MisterAnderson
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Pctx said:
Once you have one of these, anything else is hard to use.
Was about to post it. Awesome mouse!
Vigilant Walrus
Member
OMG I want the R.A.T. 9... I cant believe something so weird and uniqe came from madcatz/seitek!
The Lamonster
Member
Still waiting for that Razer StarCraft II mouse...
I will be there day one.
I will be there day one.
evil solrac v3.0
Member
I thought it wouldnt be as responsive as a wired mouse, hell i'm never going back. this thing is great both online and off, and it's quite the beauty.
GhostRidah
Member
Contemplating getting one of those Razor Naga for when I resub to WoW for Cataclysm, anyone with big hands, how does it feel and are the side buttons easy to press?
ohhthegore
Member
Clott said:
yepp I turn the lights off of mine cause I can't stand that ricer shit on my compooter
ohhthegore
Member
ohhthegore said:
holy shit i've finally reached member status
flyinpiranha
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Firehead said:
I don't in gaming but I've fondled it at Frys and it's pretty lightweight, much more so than my G9 with a couple weights in it. It felt great though, much like the DeathAdder I used with a bulkier body. I could see the 11/12 being a little tough to hit but it's just muscle memory, once you get use to it, it should be cake.
I did hear that they have recently updated the software and everything is mappable though. It's my next mouse and I'm probably getting one of the special editions when they release in a bit.
Same price, but matches my G15 keyboard as I don't plan to upgrade that for a while .. only issue is it launches 11/29 which is pretty close to the Cataclysm launch so I might just go with the regular Naga to get use to it and get another Razer keyboard (my Reclusa got booze spilled on it so I went to the store and they didn't have it, so I got a G15)
rollingstart
Banned
my latest mouse is the g700
Wireless (plugging it in makes it wired) plus a bunch of buttons. Pretty much what I wanted out of a mouse.
The three buttons to the left of the left click are comfortable to reach. I have the bottom one set to dpi loop while the top two are bound to keyboard keys, in games usually as toggles (like binoculars and nightvision in Crysis). The four buttons on the side are mostly comfortable too, only my thumb rests closer to the two from ones, so I generally have more action based commands on there (like melee).
Wireless (plugging it in makes it wired) plus a bunch of buttons. Pretty much what I wanted out of a mouse.
The three buttons to the left of the left click are comfortable to reach. I have the bottom one set to dpi loop while the top two are bound to keyboard keys, in games usually as toggles (like binoculars and nightvision in Crysis). The four buttons on the side are mostly comfortable too, only my thumb rests closer to the two from ones, so I generally have more action based commands on there (like melee).
Nabs
Member
Zeliard said:
i'm guessing i had a similar post earlier in this thread. i am still rolling with my half broken 510. still loving it, but i think i'll get a 518 soon. i was hoping to run into an LE (the awesome red ones) but no luck.
have you fixed your mouse wheel issue? i had a similar problem, but i fixed it by opening the thing and cleaning it out. putting it back was tough. i had no instructions and had a hell of a time getting around the net with my keyboard.
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