Do you need a Trackball mouse? Why do PROS use them!

[@doctorhino8736]

I am a full time programmer and use the Kensington Expert Mouse. It has basically saved my wrist from carpel tunnel and constant pain by keeping my hand in one ergonomic position. They work basically the same as a trackpad when you get used to moving the ball. The technology is really not that much different than moving an optical mouse, except you manipulate the surface instead of using the surface to move. Highly recommend these for anyone with wrist pain.

[@domfjbrown75]

I've got RSI from being taught to touch type from 1983 (heavy old 'sit up and beg' typewriters originally so I type HARD). Been using a trackball since the very late 90s and it's helped a lot. If I need a mouse I can use one of those vertical mice, but much prefer trackballs!

[@nikthefix8918]

I switched to the Expert Mouse when it first came out. Never looked back. I've got 4 now. I had to do some dremel work on one which had a particularly 'gritty' scroll ring.

[@andrii3810]

vertical mice are awesome in that regard

[@DarkSideofSynth]

Switched to a Kensington trackball - the Orbit with scroll-ring - and never going back! Before that I had been using a graphic tablet for years so no carpal issues at all but after rearranging my studio, it was taking too much space. It might take a while getting use to it but it is worth the while - your hands, arms and back will thank you.

[@sidgirase]

His right hand can win an Oscar just for 3:02 to 3:17

[@Noisa]

Best comment 👌🏼👍🏼☝🏼️🤌🏼🤙🏼

[@laypyu]

🤣🤣🤣

[@SpryCheetah6]

The trackball is great for anyone working in IT too. Im still using the old logitech trackman marble and I love it.

[@adhmusic-andrewhigginsmusic]

Went for the trackball and haven't looked back. A learning curve so needs some perseverence, but combined with the Cubase shortcuts/keystrokes lessons, you've really cut my workflow time. Thanks Dom!

[@MrFree-vj8qj]

I dont think I'll be using them, I use a gaming mouse and it has programmable buttons you can assign to any key or combination of keys, really useful. but it could work with a programmable keyboard.

[@lotdproduction]

Wow, I really learned a lot from this video and you convinced me to get the Slim Blade. I was leaning towards the Expert but after seeing how fast you are on the Slim Blade, I am sold!

[@xh0rsex]

I've been using a trackball for gaming for over 20 years, in both league play and non. I've played nearly all genres and once I used one, there was no comparison in how much more effective I was was compared to using a mouse, especially in fps games. If this device is good enough for that application, productivity is a no-brainer, which I also used it for with Reaper and Acid (rip)

[@MrHitomiplum]

Would love to hear more about this. When I was deep into computer games and FPS in the 90s trackballs were still a viable alternative to mice. Niche, but not an alien artifact like they are now. Even in videos where they are of the opinion that trackball mice are great for productivity and day-to-day use, the caveat tends to be "but not for gaming."

[@M_Pulse]

What trackball have you used that you think is the best for FPS gaming?

[@themysticvoices]

I've watched your video about 3 times and just got mine in the mail today. Thanks so much for the super helpful info!

[@DomSigalas]

Have fun ! It’s an awesome piece of kit :)

[@ohmnemusic1606]

Finally somebody made a video about this, It's funny because almost all my friends that come over to my studio bully me about my trackball mouse because they just can't use it and I laugh because they seem to be so confuse and dumb trying to click or scroll but for me it was so intuitive I literally plugged it in day 1 and I started using it like if I had had it for years and as you said it has a lot of benefits! thanks bro

[@FlfyCats17]

Holy heck, I know this video is 4 years old as of this comment, but you just opened my eyes and blew my mind. Years ago my dad who worked an office job got us a trackball for our family Windows XP, and I didn't really like it for gaming but I made it work. Later I changed to a crazy traditional "gaming mouse" for my own PC, and began doing my own creative work. Nowadays, over 10 years later, my old gaming mouse is really starting to drive my hands crazy. So I decided to look up other mouse options. Now this whole video explains a programmable trackball with all these features, and my brain exploded when thinking of how I might be able to use this in Blender. Programming keyboard shortcuts, super accuracy, all that. Heck, something like this might just have been the better option for messing around in gaming after all too.

[@JozefHollyPiano]

Thank you Dom, nice video 👍 I was using trackball about 1 year, but after i change to Magic Trackpad 2. I must say, never touch the trackball again. For me as a piano player the Magic Trackpad is the best choice for me.

[@nullbewahrer]

I am an engineer and i use it for 2D and 3D CAD. A couple of years ago i used logitech marble mouse, was ok too, but Kensington slim blade is a radical departures on everything i tried before. Heavy 55mm ball. I take the ball out each month and spray a shot of silicon fluid on it. It slides like steel on ice then :-)

[@penguinista]

Thanks for the silicon fluid trick. I'll try that.

[@aaaaaa2206]

I've read that the oil of your skin on your forehead and face works too. It seems healthier than touching silicone, because your skin absorbs it.

[@whylekat]

That's the same ball that incriminated Tom Cruise in Minority Report.

[@almaelectronix5167]

Actually I've tried Kensington trackballs and they haven't done so much of a difference for my wrist and arm. What did the difference was Logitech MX Ergo trackball. So much better controlling the movement with the thumb and don't have to raise your two fingers consistently to move the trackball which adds to arm and wrist strain. More the two fingers stay where they previously were with normal mice so you are more familiar with it too. I was so relaxed working with it on studio that I bought a send one for home. Much of a difference and good price, starting from 35€ for the simple ergo and 70€ for the pro.

[@penguinista]

An excellent video, as always. You make very good points efficiently. I used to use a trackball long ago and had not realized the benefit in sound editing applications. Just ordered one and will be setting it up like you do. Thank you!

[@HenryMittnacht]

Finally I managed to program the Expert mouse. Your hacks were very helpful. Thank you, Dom!

[@valleyken]

I'm ordering one. I love my Wacom pen for normal desktop navigation. But for editing tasks like in Cubase, I think a trackball will indeed have some great benefits. Thanks Dom for the tip.

[@bolttracks]

I actually feel the same way about the Magic Trackpad 2, it's an absolute blast in Logic and Ableton as they both support gestures, Final Cut is a breeze too.

[@levondarratt787]

yes much better. Or the more luxurious Trackpad 1 (I have 3)...They are fully metal and a higher arch.... the new one feels plasticky cheap, like from a laptop.

[@lemmingdot]

This was such a good review, thank you. It's great to know that out of all the models, this one is the most ergonomic, and I love that you showed how to actually use this mouse.

[@JMJF]

love that T-shirt you're wearing!

[@DomSigalas]

Thanks Jeson :)

[@Silverwerks]

@@DomSigalas Oooh! Where is it from!?!?! ~Adam

[@omnicrash]

I trust this guy's opinions solely based on that shirt

[@swxft4355]

I love jeson

[@patrickarend8707]

Once i tried a trackball mouse, i never looked back. I use my Logitech M570 to do many things with CUBASE. I also love that the M570 is wireless.

[@spaceorbison]

Looking at that mouse doesnt quite look like this one

[@asmc1492]

@@spaceorbison it's another type of trackball mouse

[@Studioinsession]

Kensington Helped me Out fixing my Expert Trackball. Had to find the Right Support dept. Certain steps to install in an New iMac setting to work properly for the driver to see the Mouse. Using latest Catalina update too. They sent instructions.

[@tonycarpenter-Makzimia]

Dom, I've done it, got one coming, I'll let you know. I was never a fan for normal use of a trackball, but, I see it's application in this scenario :). High hopes, fingers crossed!.

[@DomSigalas]

Hi Tony! Hope you like it! Like I said, give it a bit of time, it will be strange at first but keep at it and I'm sure you will love it in the end! Which one did you end up getting? :)

[@tonycarpenter-Makzimia]

@Dom Sigalas The Kensington Expert Mouse - wired version. Edit: 20 mins in to use, couldn’t go back already lol. Love it!!!

[@enyo4382]

Tony Carpenter dang it Tony, now you’ve done it. I’m sold. Purchasing now also 😋

[@djsweatysac1842]

Im with ya. Was it worth it?

[@tonycarpenter-Makzimia]

@@djsweatysac1842 If you're asking me, hell yes!. I still don't have other 2 buttons custom set, but ergonomically it's tha bomb.

[@Vanillabean315]

Thanks for the video man, I didn't know how much I needed this.

[@Noisa]

I had a Kensington orbit for years, and I just ordered both the slimblade and the expert recently. I'm at odds with which to keep... The slimblade has a flatter design, superior scrolling and cursor movement in my opinion, but worse button action; the button sweet spot is weird to me. On the other hand, the expert has great buttons, looks like higher build quality, but has a janky scroll wheel that's scratchy and wobbly, and angles my wrist more than the slimblade. Ugh decision decisions. 🤔

[@shalokshalom]

And?

[@Bruhbruhbruhhhhhh]

Yeahhhhh what’s u decide?? I’m leaning toward the slimblade, looks so sexy

[@Noisa]

@@Bruhbruhbruhhhhhh I actually have both for different things lol. I know it’s annoying to hear, but they’re both good. I’d probs go for the slimblade since they now have a wireless version! If you don’t like it, just return and try the other.

[@Raggo12345]

Bought the Kensington SlimBlade Trackball, on your recommendations. Got it today. Looks very promising! Love the function to scroll by turning the ball clockwise/counterclockwise! It fits perfecly just next to the Zoom MRS1608, so I'm happy. Freeing up some space next to the keyboard as well. (I want to be a pro, too...) :D

[@YASIR.K]

thanks, I completely agree with you. I have one and it is very useful to me.

[@infestedalien]

I got my Kensington Slimblade today and man was I surprised? This is the best trackball I've ever used. The precision is remarkable, the software is so deep and what's even cool is that the software is even more advanced than what you get for gaming mouses for example a profile per application totaly crazy! Not sure if I will always use this or combind this with a regular mouse but for the moment I do not want to use my normal computer mouse. A nice thing is that if you have many or wide monitors is that you can set in the software a temporary mouse speed that takes place while you hold down a modifier key example ctrl or shift or alt or you can do the oposite that mouse slows down during selected keypress. Also this can be set as a mouse button event to change speed temporary :) Now I want to give an advice back that is when it comes to keyboards check out the logitech G915 or G815 depending on wired or wireless preference. The wired is good with the USB-slot near you for memory or charge things while at table. However that keyboard is so good for cubase since you can set individual colors on the keys and also you have 5 macro buttons that can be switched in 3 profiles!

[@OverdriveMusic]

I bought one thanks to this video! Kensington should pay you. It's nice. I bought because of RSI - tingling etc

[@DomSigalas]

Glad to hear it helped! This is better than Kensington paying me :)

[@Scotlanz]

I have a Kensington Expert but I never really got into it for editing, but I watched this last week and went straight on eBay and bought a Slimblade that's only been used for a couple of weeks. It arrived today and I'm going to stick with it this time till I'm as fast as I am with a mouse. Thanks.

[@uk.leonardosants]

Is Slimblade any better than Expert?

[@Scotlanz]

Yep. In my opinion anyway. It's a lower profile, you scroll by twisting the ball and the ball spins much smoother than the Expert.

[@chillwalker]

Feels like 1993 again, with my Bars & Pipes Sequencer on Amiga and its Trackball. I need this!

[@laughingvampire7555]

you can always augment the acceleration of the pointer in a standard mouse and you will need a lot less space to use it.

[@LadyBovine]

Yeah, this thing about moving "so fast, and stress free" with a trackball, as if mice are slow, is just wrong. I measured how much i need to move my mouse to go from one end of the screen to the other, and it's not about 1cm (less than 1/2 inch). And that's my normal setting, which is very precise and comfortable. With a normal mouse I still use less space than that giant Kensington slimblade would take up. And i don't know what paper mice other people use, but mine (which weighs about 100 grams) never moves when I take my hand off it. These trackballs are still cool imo, but no need to invent problems :D

[@laughingvampire7555]

​@@LadyBovine yes, I have trackballs and I love them, can't go back to the regular mice when I'm working. I have a master mx 3, because it was my favorite mouse before and the scroll wheel is amazing. I also have a razer gaming mouse to play FPS, but trackballs work great with other games like colony simulators or even some aRPG.

[@GL-uy3fd]

It’s all a matter of tool preference, but I have always found a mouse the most precise form of input (see professional gamers) and as for speed the keyboard is king for me. There were several occasions where I had my mouse’s batteries die and kept working for a while solely with the keyboard.

[@rayzimmermin]

what is funny is people always say you need a mouse to play gams better but im always top of the leader boards and i primarily use a PS controller

[@a.sanchezrecordingartist658]

Just purchased a slimblade. Man on man! this is 🔥. Just trying to think of some useful shortcuts for cubase.

[@DamonHodgesOfficialPagePlus]

Great video thanks for sharing the knowledge. I will order one as well now makes perfect sense to me.

[@PowerRedBullTypology]

The reason why a lot of people into music may get pain in their wrists from using regular mousies is because a lot of people into music position their mouse in such a non ergonomic position, because their midi keyboard kinda is in the way of a good ergonomic positioning of the mouse. You need to sit up straight, with your upperwarm downards and your lower arm about in about a 90 agree angled compared to your upper arm. It's really not htat hard, but I see so many setups where the mouse is completely put on some random space somewhere, while you may use hte mouse more than the midi keyboard. I've just set my midi keyboard next to me, so that when I use the computer itself, I can position my mouse in a propher manner and do not get wrist pain. And I gotts say I'm phrone to get wrist/hand issues, since Ivé had them before when i was in the wrong postion.

[@emanuel_soundtrack]

espace: i use trackpad. And this ball looks comfortable but takes all the space, you can use only in one position (trackpad can be vertical) precision of playhead: use keyboard, set nudge by tick views: hold option and swipe fingers for zoom in, out, whatever mixer: a pro has second display for mixer or midi roll no? Or open with a letter like M. loop: ?, move selection by cycle lenght playing instruments: i use a track pad on the piano keyboard , you can place a trackpad everywhere cc: you can even use it for cc and automation, many times the best choice since you don’t have to learn midi every time ! precision: it is not precise for everything, but more than a mouse. For precision you should use inspectors, midi controller, or a mouse with a solid scroll button this looks good for mixers with big studios, not composers with small studios. Now i understand why i only see trackballss in these cases ;) trackpad can be better with some extensions or buttons , but is far superior than mouse if you compose music on keyboard/computer

[@PeterBatah]

Thanks to you Dom, I am now a proud SlingBlade owner / user. Thanks for the informative review.

[@DogeGaming55]

I use mine for gaming. Surprisingly I’ve got pretty accurate with it.

[@PhoenixKross]

Really appreciated your kind advice on this mouse.

[@austenlangford]

I grew up with a track ball mouse as a kid. Thanks to my dad and this was early 2000's let me remind you. So my dad knew what was up. I recently built my current PC and remembered the beauty of the track ball. Long story short here I am trying to figure out the amazing powers of the track ball. He did die for our sins after all. why the Hell are you people even reading this comment? GO GET A FREAKING TRACK BALL ALREADY WILL YA! Track ball for 2024 am I right?

[@therakshasan8547]

The Logitech M570 trackball mouse is the best for gaming for me. I have large hands . All other mice are way too small. [actually I need something bigger]. You control the ball with your thumb. This frees up all the other fingers to use the multiple buttons. Draw backs Logitech switches fail way too often. So much so that you will replace them under factory warranty every time. [The replacement warranty is only the remaining time on the original warranty time limit.]

[@steventrueman3493]

ive just bought my first ever trackball mouse, im not a professional but i cant wait to try it, ill be using it for video editing of my drone footage but i know its gonna take a lot to get used to it ,i hope its good for that application, cheers for a good vid.

[@Aikidragon_Prime]

I've been using Trackballs since they came out, I was restricted on space and didn't have room for a mouse and haven't use a mouse since. Love the shirt, my first computer.

[@weridplusho]

It not moving just by looking it like regular mice and the buttons being on the bottom where convinced me to give it a chance. Thanks a bunch for this review.

[@yams900]

Love all your videos mate ! So much energy and positivity !

[@wilkiebrown244]

I just bought one and love it on day 1. Thanks for the tips :)

[@JoozStudios]

great vid Dom thanks. As a bit of a newcomer, great to see no blah blah , this product is pricey, but as the old saying goes, buy cheap buy twice.

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Interesting. You do bring up some really good points, about not having to worry about your cursor moving while placed and the short cuts are great to assign to the buttons too. I think I would personally replace your open mixer command, to open the lower zone in Cubase instead, but that is the beauty of being able to customize to the user. What I am worried about is the comfort and speed of moving around. I am VERY used to a regular mouse and don't find it slow, or fatiguing at all, to use. I am wondering just how fast and awkward these trackball mice would be to use, as I think they would be quite an adjustment. To top it off, aren't track ball mice going backwards? I swear we had these in the late 80s and early 90's as the norm.

[@sondreavik5337]

Pros: - May take up less space - Prevents carpal tunnel But other than that it's inferior in every way to a mouse, I can see you're struggling to make precise movements with the mouse, using a mouse you could do all the same things but faster and more precisely.

[@DomSigalas]

It does take less space. And this is huge. It does help with carpal tunnel (in my case it was the only mouse that helped). Health comes first. I find it way more precise. But it’s a personal thing. I cannot work anymore with a regular mouse, it’s either this or a trackpad for both video and audio editing :) But your Milagros may vary :)

[@magicmulder]

1. Better for my wrist (where I was developing daily pain with my mouse). 2. Wireless is great for the studio because I can put it on the desk, on the keyboard, on a side desk, and it just works. I use it for work, studio and gaming. Kensington Expert all the way.

[@MaartenFranken]

First time used one, like 20 years ago, it felt strange, but it just felt right. Im seriously handicapped without, these days

[@wakegary]

Slimblade vs Expert? On the fence.

[@wakegary]

Just got the Slim. It's awesome.

[@TouchedAlot]

I use two trackballs: one for my left hand and the other for my right hand.

[@DjSuperK]

Nahsor I need proof! Post video 😆

[@bedection]

Tf u got two mouse cursors on the screen?

[@TouchedAlot]

@@bedection No. They both control the same cursor and I only use one at a time to move the cursor.

[@bedection]

weird 👍

[@D4G13]

Two balls in hand

[@HenryMittnacht]

I never considered using a trackball mouse but this seems to be a great solution to a bunch of problems! Thanks!

[@JamesBermingham]

Great demo. Think I might purchase

[@ipoponq]

sry, bought mine after this review.. selling it now, after 2 months. Moving items and events with normal mouse is just much faster and more exact in my case, which overcomes all the points you've mentioned in the video. I'd recommend a trackball to someone who's trying to quit gaming and force oneself to work. For Cubase I'd suggest a mouse with a lot of programmable buttons.

[@rayzimmermin]

i have 3 mice hooked up to my rig that way i have the best of all worlds one is a G502 mouse for gaming one is a MX ergo for productivity and one is a space mouse for CADing and i actively swap between my G502 and MX ergo the space mouse i only use for CADing because it don't work as a regular mouse

[@keithpetersen9196]

I use my trackball for gaming too 😃

[@IroLidorikioti]

I find trackball mice great for video editing as well :)

[@artysanmobile]

Yes, and consider the trackball with scroll behavior. It works perfectly.

[@AudioReplica2023]

I used to own the Orbit. Was so easy to edit and navigate the entire screen. It broke down on me ..now im using my old trackpad. Which its also very good for editing but a trackball makes it more confortable. Like you say..its a learning curve.

[@_BangDroid_]

I'm very open to trying a trackball mouse, hence why I'm watching this I guess, but I can't help but think most of the benefits said about accuracy could apply to proficient regular mouse use too. Most higher end regular mice have many remappable buttons and sensitivity. For me the biggest reason remains ergonomics.

[@muchixl2427]

Good Review man!! Stay Solid!

[@benirodriguez9516]

I understand the trackball in the past, as moving around a normal mouse in a usually crowded desk wasn't fun... buuuut, today we have trackpads! especially if using an apple magic trackpad in mac, and maybe a Logitech touchpad or several other alternatives with a pc. That being said, I do want to test a Kensington trackball one day and see for myself, but I believe my "magic trackpad" from Apple gives me a better solution.

[@TravisLohmannMusic]

going to give the Wireless Expert Mouse a try again. I have the MX Ergo currently (though it's a thumb ball). But here's to do the Wireless Expert (one more time).

[@taitobar8624]

I went with a Kensington Trackball Orb with the extra scrollring I use it for gaming Love that thing. :) But I use FinalCut and LogicPro on there I use MagicTrackpad2.

[@Redrios]

thanks for underlining the "learning curve" part!

[@CosmicD]

I always used the logitech thumb trackball on my pro music making pc. It just works for making music because also when you scrub and scan through timeline the idea of doing this from a fixed point of refference gives you the feeling you have more grip on your workflow. This is in contrast with playing 3d games where it's exactly the other way around. I could never play 3d games with a controller or a trackball because it feels like moving the camera is more tangible if you can move the mouse around.

[@yomoma6692]

I just spent 3 minutes scrolling through my view history to find this video again. Because i bought one of those mice the kensington expert pro wireless and damn do i love it. Because of my giant screen i put the mouse speed on the second bar and the mouse acceleration at the second fastest. And it's just wierd how freeking long i sit at my desktop in the last few days. I'm basically just looking for reasons to keep using this mouse. xD

[@PepeRubio77]

Hi Dom. Thank you so much for your videos. I have tried the link about how to change the functions for Cubase in the trackball but the link doesn't to a video about that. Can you help me and indicate me where is that video' I want to use the trackball like yours.

[@dannyhallmusicpublishing8271]

Thank you , would you please make a short video how to specifically program the slim lade for Cubase? I've learned so much by falling your tutorials

[@Doty6String]

the slim blade is laser ant the expert is optical. I find the slim blage to be MUCH more axxurate hitting those small buttons in PT or Ableton

[@usafirefly7967]

I had thought about a different solution from the mouse. Cause it keeps moving on me and for solo work that is discouraging. Thanks for the video and the info.

[@xnajx]

Nice video! I recently got the Kengsinton Expert, but would like to try the slim blade too. I'm a graphic design and do a lot of mousing, so much that my hand and thumb, (and more specifically the muscle in between the thumb and first finger) have become quite painful. I have a Wacom tablet which solves the pain but it takes up a lot of room.

[@AntonisAdelfidis_UnderGround]

Ωραίο βίντεο, και φοβερή μπλούζα...:D

[@parisevaggelou]

Hello Dom!!! Love you man you are the best!!!! Tell us about the keyboard plz

[@alan2here]

I'd always recommend high sensitivity and some acceleration, for mouse, joystick, rollerball, joypad, etc…

[@mayravixx25]

I have a regular mouse myself, and the problem I always face is some moderate wrist pain (I broke my arm over 16 years ago and it's more or less affected me ever since.) In my case I'm a gamer, so I'm considering getting a trackball mouse so that I can game with one in a way that's more comfortable to use. Plus I've been meaning to replace mine for some time anyway, as the scroll wheel is broken

[@getmoregigs]

So helpful. Thank you for this!

[@MathieuPrevot]

You picked my interest ! I usually work with a Wacom tablet (size L), which is a no brainer for graphical and design works (photoshop, solidworks), the precision is very high and can be increased dynamically, and you have pen pressure and tilt, and even pen rotation ! There is nothing better when one need high precision with non 100% horizontal or vertical movements, eg., with drawing a shape or writing. You also can have other pens such as the airbrush (pressure is associated to elevation). I use it also for regular desktop and cubase. Many button are programmable; but the size L of the surface can be a problem; maybe M and S are better if you have a crowded studio. I wonder how it would compare with the trackball for cubase !

[@Experimentalhobbyist]

I’ve never thought to use a drawing tablet for cad I love using a trackball and space mouse (space mouse is used to move the object around while working on it )

[@mcsweet1966]

I ordered my Slimblade tonight, I hope this old dog can learn new tricks

[@Mythos131]

For me the elimination of shoulder strain is even more important than eliminating wrist strain

[@sleepingturtle32]

Same, does this work?

[@Mythos131]

@@sleepingturtle32 yes

[@sleepingturtle32]

@@Mythos131 okay thx

[@_aiborie]

I bought the Kensington Orbit one to see if it would serve me well before I buy the expert. Heard trackballs are great for both right & left-handed people.

[@branwithoutclaws]

How do you like it

[@tonymarinelli7304]

Yes, how do you like it?

[@_aiborie]

I'm still using the Orbit and I'm quite content so far! I'm left-handed but that's irrelevant since you can use it with both hands + depends on your set-up. - Point accuracy would take some adjusting to do. (If you care for it but doesn't take that long). - Scrolling with the wheel is smooth and most say it's smoother than the Expert. - Panning with the mouse cursor, it's very responsive - Discomfort no more, especially if you experience Carpal Tunnel. - If you want to test an entry-level trackball, I do recommend the Orbit. - You do need to clean it from time to time, the area where that trackball's in and those small light sensors to be specific. Just use a cloth to wipe the gunk. I'll probably invest on the Expert or an Elecom if I want a wireless one. Also I'm not using a bigger screen, I'm just using a standard 1980 x 1080 monitor. I've seen the Expert more responsive in larger monitors, iMACs in particular.

[@tonymarinelli7304]

aiborie thank you, do you think it would work well for a PC sitting in an office. I have carpal tunnel in my hands and clicking a mouse all day long is killing me!! In fact I have no use of my right hand is I’m in so much pain my wrist is all swelled up.

[@_aiborie]

@@tonymarinelli7304 Np! I think it would be perfect for an office setting, this is my setting at home though since I share computers in the office. It's important you're comfortable! You do still need to click with it but you'll be using your thumb and your ring/pinky finger for right-click with the Orbit. I specifically chose this as my entry level since my other options were the Logitech M570/MX Ergo and I didn't like it uses the thumb, the motions wouldn't be as wide than of a trackball that uses your index/middle finger. The Orbit is cheaper too! Buy it your life kind of product. Well I'm taking care of mine haha.

[@petterrong1590]

Eager to try trackball one time, but I've never understood the argument of lack of space. I can move to furthest corners on whichever monitor on less space than the footprint of that trackball. Only reason I'm interested is that I want to move my motion from wrist to fingers.

[@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios]

But how did you set it up, @Dom Sigalas? I just got mine based on this video... But your menu shows labels which are apparently custom... So the problem is now, we have to know which keys are associated with the buttons you are pressing. Are they macros? If so, what are the macros? A tutorial would be SUPER awesome! Best wishes on a successful 2023.

[@jcrod9467]

Thanks Dom, very nice features of the slim blade, seems a better tool than the expert. BTW 7:30 what is the name of the song? Its pretty cool

[@Rastegarian]

Thanks for the video. 🖤

[@reesewaller846]

THANK YOU!! My track pad is nice but gets inaccurate if my hands are sweaty...

[@peterradd6836]

Dom - got the Kennsington and loved it immediately. In the video, you mention another video on how to further customize with Cubase. I can't find this video. (?) You also mention a "link" at 6:27 but I'm not seeing it. Appreciate you help :-) - Pete Radd

[@DomSigalas]

Hi Peter, the link is restored! Thanks for letting me know ;)

[@peterradd6836]

@@DomSigalas - the link goes to another (splendid of course) video on creating the perfect mix. Do you have a video specifically on customizing the Kennsington for Cubase functions like you demonstrate here? That's what I thought you're saying at 6:27. For example - are these "key commands" or macros? Thanks - your friend / student / and fan - - Pete Radd

[@WillyCash69]

Guys be VERY careful with these. They absolutely destroyed my wrists, 20 years later Im still struggling with tendonitis. The constant flicking of entire wrist will take a toll on your joint and tendons, trust me

[@rayzimmermin]

i have 3 mice hooked up one is just a G502 mouse for gaming one is a MX ergo for productivity and one is a space mouse for CADing

[@leyrua]

I started using a Steam Controller as a mouse when I began working from home this year, and it works great when I am standing (since I can pace around while working), and I can program in most of my hotkeys. However, the Steam Controller is NOT very convenient when I am sitting down and need to use both mouse AND keyboard at the same time. Problem is, I use a recliner, and don't have a lot of mouse space, even with a custom removable armrest mousepad I built. Picked up a trackball mouse and... woah. This is really super convenient! Plus with the red trackball sitting on the armrest, my chair now looks like something out of a sci-fi movie. 😎

[@faroukzanou7242]

OMG ur intro track is just dope... great informative vid too keep it up

[@allminds]

Thanks for the review. I use logitech m570 which is nice too, i'll try this one

[@Vurt72]

as for space... my mouse is way way smaller than any trackball.. as for moving the mouse, i move it 2cm (less than 1") to get cursor from upper left corner to lower right, rarely do i need to move it that much.

[@Wazisisgood]

Hi, thank you, just bought a slimblade pro it sound's amazing. I don't find how to assign shortcut of the click to a shortcut or fonction in cubase, for exemple the loop, how do you do that please ?

[@SteveStroud1977]

Wonder if anyone could help me. I've just bought a kensington expert mouse wireless and I'm really loving it. I'm using it in Cubase Pro 10. My question is, how do you customise it to bring up options like 'open mixer' etc in Cubase. I don't see the option for cubase specific triggers in the kensington works software, only generic commands like cut, copy, paste etc. Thanks.

[@DomSigalas]

I've done a video about this : kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ3Jepdjmcxsm9U :)

[@SteveStroud1977]

@@DomSigalas thank you Dom! I was being dumb and ignoring the assign keystroke bit! Got it now. Keep up the great work man.

[@Decco6306]

a pro music producer that doesn't use a mac? respect.

[@ES60Hz]

Hi Dom, I wonder what is your opinion for Trackball versus Trackpad? Any personal experience?

[@SpiderMan-ni8ek]

I use a logitech trackman, and I permanently said goodbye to wrist cramps. People keep looking down on trackballs saying it's old and not good for gaming. Hey bro, guess what. People with actual careers who want to stay healthy uses these things so maybe don't think that all computer items should revolve around gaming.

[@PianoGesang]

Wise comment

[@NickAsselberghs]

Would Logitech MX Ergo be a good option? I like the idea of trackball for precision in Cubase, but am also in need of a mouse for a bit of gaming once in a while. Currently the game, Baldurs Gate 3.