Why PROs use Trackball Mice in a Studio? Are they Worth it?
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Why PROs use Trackball Mice in a Studio? Are they Worth it?
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Who would have thought that something like a trackball mouse would turn into something that I can’t live without in my studio?
Today, I’ll show you some of the coolest features of these mouses (mice?) and how I’ve set them up to streamline my workflow!
Do you use a trackball mouse? What do you like about it? Let me know in the comments!
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@ArloTarr 11 ай бұрын
So one thing to consider. I’m a Board Certified Pedorthist. I can make custom orthotics for your shoes. If I make an orthotic for you what I’m doing is shifting pressure. The orthotic can give relief but the force is still there so you may eventually develop other issues. So short term there is relief. Long term maybe other problems. I think the same with mouse? Mice? Haha get a new mouse it’s shifting pressure. Pressure is still there. Just going somewhere else. So I think variety is the key. The longer you use any apparatus the more pressure issues arise. Something to consider. Love your channel Chris. You’ve taught me a TON! Thank u -Arlo
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Can't go wrong with variety on this. Thanks for your input on this :-)
@rayr268 2 ай бұрын
I had to deal with serious issues. Doc said "acute" something , but basically it was repetitive stress in the wrists , elbows, etc. I finally figured out exactly what you said. I use the Magic Mouse, Magic pad, Trackman, Thumbballs and now I am buying this. I change them out as a repetitive injury starts to peak up. Its the only thing that worked for me. Someone who works on the computer and switches over to playing on the other computer all night.
@guitar8617 11 ай бұрын
Been Kensington Trackball user for a couple years now, totally has saved my wrist and it has made my audio and video editing so much faster over time. Totally agree with it hard to go back to regular mouse now.
@jacksp8de 10 ай бұрын
I have one but I actually put it up to save space because I use a trackpad and I had them both on my desk. I love the apple trackpad because of the pinch to zoom feature and being able to swipe through different screens among other things but this video makes me want to give the trackball a try again
@DerekParcher 11 ай бұрын
Hey Chris, I've been using the Kensington trackball for almost 25 years. Originally I use the Kensington trackball Pro but later moved into the Bluetooth version late last year. It is by far the most superior product that I have ever found. I'm so happy that you had the opportunity to find it and appreciate it the way I do. It has never let me down and until it ever does, I shall sing its praises. I've had both hands operated on for carpal tunnel syndrome as I played wheelchair sports for 30+ years so I do recognize the pain you went through. Congratulations on finding the Kensington Way.
@larsandersen2757 11 ай бұрын
Got the Kensington trackball mouse a couple of weekend ago, and am still learning. Have also assigned combination click to open/close the lower zone in Cubase.
@hannibalhector3719 10 ай бұрын
I’m glad it worked out for you. I tried a trackball mouse and it was absolute hotdog water even after the learning curve. The tendons in my hand started to mess up. Switched to the MX Master from Logitech and my god was it the best thing ever lol.
@LoerdNoerd 11 ай бұрын
Switched to a trackball after developing chronic wrist pain because I'm editing a lot of death metal drummers who think they can play blast beats. It's still flaring back up every now and then and I'm currently retraining to use my left hand at my day job and only right hand for music stuff but it's gotten much better since I made the switch. I'm barely 30 which is not a good time to already have crippling chronic pain in my hands when I need to use mice both for my day job and for my second job.
@jonathanwingmusic 11 ай бұрын
Been using that exact trackball for years. In fact onto my second one after a move. As a Mac user I actually kind of generally prefer my Magic Trackpad which allows me to do gestures and is whisper quiet (and otherwise same benefits of wrist health + saving space), but the reason I keep the trackball around is simply most DAWs apart from Logic don't support the Magic Trackpad very nicely. I mean the trackpad will function in let's say Cubase and PT, but the experience is subpar. So I'm a kind of crazy person, with both the trackpad and trackball on my desk and I switch them out on a regular basis haha! But yeah, I don't think I could ever do a regular mouse again, especially after all these years.
@GodsRockstarMusic 10 ай бұрын
I love my Kensington trackball... I especially love the shortcut programability functions. 🔥
@GrumpyGr3g 11 ай бұрын
I have normal mouse + trackpad atm, but I always wondered to get a trackball one. I like track pad, can do some good things with to navigate on the comp, just miss some shortcuts as you showed with the Kensington software. This get my attention and I'll probably plan to get one soon!
@jerwilliamsmith 10 ай бұрын
Great video, Chris! I'd love to see you test out something like the Logitech MX Ergo, a trackball mouse with a traditional mouse shape. I've used this style of trackball for over 15 years. Both of these Kensingtons gave me excruciating pain in my index finger and thumb upon heavy use, which for me was possibly due to the awkwardness of using the thumb to click and the index finger to move the pointer. Perhaps it's my hand shape, but I found that my thumb has a much better range of motion to move a trackball, and my index and middle fingers are far more comfortable when clicking.
@AliAlZayer 11 ай бұрын
😂😂 absolutely dear Chris. after I got used to it. I never ever think to go back. It is funny story I saw my uncle use it several times he told me, when you use it you will fall in love with it . when I tried using it in his studio always I failed to like it for 2 years, until I decided to jump on it
@bikesandbeats4693 10 ай бұрын
I use an Apple Magic Trackpad. Same stationary nature. I don’t think I could ever give up the gestures but the trackball has always peaked my curiosity.
@johnpaullennon1199 10 ай бұрын
Join me in asking Kensington to add both diagonal Left and Right hand button short cuts as well as two directional shortcuts to the scroll wheel for editing. Thanks. You can find the mouse ball product feedback page on there site.
@Gr8Success 8 ай бұрын
i have the kensington slimblade for about 8 years . as you said , at first you feel like throwing it on the window if you come from a regular mouse ... but in a few weeks you get used to it and now i prefer it next to regular mice ! i'm not even paid to promote this product for kensington ! IT IS NOT A GAMING MOUSE , its pretty clunky for gaming but its great for internet browsing and CAD work and VIDEO SOUND editing .i really look into getting the new wireless version ! i like the BIG BALL!
@MrPauldrb 6 ай бұрын
Hello Chris, je viens juste d'acheter la trackball kensington et je dois dire que la prise en main n'est pas évidente, mais après quelques jours ça va mieux. Un atout important est la "customization" pouvoir définir chaque action des boutons est super. Merci Chris, tes conseils sont toujours de premier choix!
@MrRichard1280 10 ай бұрын
Love mine. Got both kinds. These are really nice for folks with impaired hands.
@BSIII 5 ай бұрын
I make beats and I have a serious problem with my wrist and hand pain when I used a mouse (I even use a ergonomic mouse and still have issues). It's so bad that it hurts within just 10 minutes, and I think it's a big reason why I haven't been making music. This is exactly the review for this mouse I was looking for! I'm definitely getting one now!! Thank you.
@AlexGlobeTrotter 9 ай бұрын
Great video ! An honest and useful presentation ! Thanks a lot !
@ElliottMoo 7 ай бұрын
Like you, I moved to a trackball due to wrist pain, and that cleared up the problem 100%. Still going strong 10 years later. Always used the Kensington Expert mouse. but just ordered the Slimblade Pro, so excited to see how that compares.
@ElliottMoo 5 ай бұрын
Update for anyone following along at home. Finally got the Slimblade Pro, there seems to have been a stock shortage last month. Right out of the box I hated it, slow movements were jumpy and not responsive and not as accurate as the Expert Mouse I was used to. But found a firmware update to fix the issue and is now accurate and working as expected. I'm surprised the new firmware isn't loaded on the trackball from the factory. Maybe this issue only affects a small number of units? I do enjoy the scroll mechanism of the Slimblade, but going between the Expert Mouse and the Slimblade on the different computers I use, I do sometimes do the wrong scroll movement at 1st. The same problem as if you are switching between Mac and PC's with the Ctrl and Command keyboard shortcuts. I am still getting used to the shape of the Slimbade after using the Expert Mouse for 10+ years, It is quite smooth and slippery and lower profile compared to the Expert Mouse but feel like it's just something I'll get used to over time.
@fencore 11 ай бұрын
Yes! love my Expert mouse wired trackball. At first I thought about going wireless as I've always try to do, but since this thing is not meant for portability, went wired and the convenience of not having to care about charging was a great addition. Regards!
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@tgard007 3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the video! Very well done and informative for all levels of use. I run a production house, and small suggestion to set your camera in manual focus with a medium aperture (f/4 min) if you have enough light and you won't have to worry about focus breathing in your final vid on ACam. Keep doing great work!
@peterelfman 11 ай бұрын
Great video! I've been using trackballs for literally decades. I also identify as a Kensington Shill. That said, I'd like to add a few notes as an addendum to the video. 1. Kensington Mouseworks is great when it works, but I have noticed with version 3 that it's unstable and when it crashes, it actually disables mouse function, even with a built-in trackpad on a laptop. The only way I've figured out how to get it back is to reboot the computer. I'm trying to figure out how to get around this issue. 2. The sensor on the scroll ring SUCKS. I currently own multiple Kensington trackballs, one with a mechanical wheel and one with the sensor, and I find using the sensor very frustrating, as it does not track my movements 1 to 1. Other people's mileage may vary. 3. Dust collects on the optical sensors beneath the ball, this is true. NEVER USE YOUR FINGER TO CLEAN THEM, though, you can deposit body oils onto them, which messes with their functionality over time. It's recommended to use an air duster, and/or a microfiber cloth to clean them when necessary. You can tell when it's time to clean them; the dust creates friction against the ball, making it more difficult to manipulate. 4. I agree, portability can be an issue for the 4 button trackballs, however there are hard-shell cases available. They do take up a decent amount of space but they make traveling with the trackball safer for the unit for sure. I have a case for each of my units. With all that said, I've own multiple models of Kensingtons, and I found they last a pretty long time, and I haven't had a reason to switch to another brand yet, even with the issues I mentioned.
@mikemccormick1624 11 ай бұрын
I had pains in my neck and shoulders from spending so much time working with Cubase. After a while I decided that if I was going to continue I would have to make my workspace more ergonomic. In addition to getting a decent chair (also very important) I went with the Kensington Slimblade. Like you, it took a while to get used to but I have never looked back. The pain in my neck and shoulders is gone and I am able to work more comfortably than before. I do have both the Kensington Expert and Slimblade track balls and I like the Slimblade the best. Thanks for another great video!
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
That's great, thanks for your comment!
@andrefavreau9818 10 ай бұрын
Merci Chris. C’est un bon truc ça. J’ai eu des problèmes de poignets aussi. J’ai même appris à utiliser la souris avec la main gauche, mais j’ai eu des problèmes aussi. À+
@PerimeterAudioStudios 11 ай бұрын
I have the kensington expert one, top buttons linked to + and - in cubase to move the cursor. Double top and bottom to cut and fade range. Super fast editing this way, love it.
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
That's pretty cool!
@jeremyespencer 5 ай бұрын
I freakin' love my Kensington slim blade, yeah took 2-3 days to get use to.
@xXValomatXx 11 ай бұрын
I work with a Kensington trackball at my workspace - a huge broadcaster here in Germnany. Most of the Nuendo functions are bound to keyboard shortcuts anyway - so I love the trackball, once you get used to it, it's super fast, almost no movement with your "mousearm". it's really great if you do the same steps in post production all the time. In my own Music-Studio I use a normal mouse... and feel no disadvantages. It's a bit more "movement-intense" but also a little bit more precise. So I use both and can't complain about one or the other.
@NRSoundDesign 4 ай бұрын
I use Nuendo too, and was thinking about purchasing a trackball. Can you move the cursor with the trackball? like scrub the timeline. I work with video for movies and game audio and it's the main thing that is holding me back from buying one
@xXValomatXx 4 ай бұрын
Hey, of course. You can move the cursor over the entire timeline. Just like a mouse. There is no difference in function. Only in handling. But it's totally up to you, how you setup your Trackball in Nuendo. @@NRSoundDesign
@cefahprod 11 ай бұрын
I got a kensington Fusion Wireless trackball (Because my desk is pretty small) and GOD it is life changing. Work pretty well except for very precise work, but I have a Wacom for that. I will go for the classic Grey or the Wireless like you when I change my desk for a little larger one like the one Acme furniture, Inbox Zero or OnStage one.
@macronencer 11 ай бұрын
I tried a trackball a long time ago and didn't take to it, though perhaps I didn't give it enough time. I'm still open to switching at some point, but I have desk space that's SO limited there's barely room for my Apple Trackpad and my wrist doesn't actually rest on the surface of the desk (which is a serious problem I need to solve). At the moment I'm OK because I'm not producing music all day, but I should probably review this!
@p7272 4 ай бұрын
Same here. I've been using the Gameball (not a pc gamer) mouse for 5 moths and with no cheap scroll wheel. The sensor scroll is the nail a must have. There is no going back for me and I'll be buying a second and maybe a third for backup and work.
@Emily_M81 10 ай бұрын
and I finally got it (using your link, of course). Amazon lost the first one and delayed the second lol. I've taken to it immediately. I honestly use very little space using a mouse, but this is great. I just need a case for it 👀 I wouldn't mind a tiny mousepad as a wrist rest, too. Anyway, thanks for sharing! That HAL 9000 packaging lol...
@jay-rus4437 4 ай бұрын
Just got this to try with my flight sim. Keeping it in one spot is a huge plus
@Leo.Brodie 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video. I have the older version of the same model where in order to scroll, you rotate the ball instead of swiping along the rim. Yours looks much easier! I switched from a regular mouse because like you I was getting carpal tunnel. I think it was because in order to move the mouse across the screen I had to lift it over and over. My carpal tunnel healed when I switched. Thanks also for reminding about the four "buttons". I haven't been taking full advantage of those.
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
Glad it helped you out as it did for me, that's pretty cool! Thanks for your comment!
@_BangDroid_ 10 ай бұрын
According to Kensington website and every other recent review, the SlimBlade Pro Wireless still uses twist to scroll. I'm guessing the side of his finger was touching the ball causing it to rotate on the Z axis, the same as twist.
@Leo.Brodie 10 ай бұрын
@@_BangDroid_ Thanks! I'm trying it now sliding my finger along the outside of the ball and it works. I guess I've been doing it wrong. I'll have to get used to this new way.
@-musiclee- 10 ай бұрын
Chris. I recommend. Steer Mouse software. Way more powerful than Kensington’s. I use this SteerMouse to change my scrolling from vertical To scroll horizontal on my timeline in Logic and Pro Tools. Huge help to edit and move around my session.
@KaitavSapreMusic 10 ай бұрын
Thank you, Chris. Great video and very useful as I have also been thinking about trackballs. Looks like you can assign six key commands in total to the trackball you are using (excluding the left and right clicks), right? Also, what's the music in the intro? I like it!
@regaudieguillaume 11 ай бұрын
I bought the same you had, on your recommendation, last year. I WANTED to love it. I have worked with it in Cubase for about 2 weeks, and ended completely unable to move my hand for 1 week after that. The effort it took me to move that ball to get one side to another, it killed my hand. Maybe I will try again one day...
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Sorry about that. Maybe it's just not for you...Not everyone like these type of mouses
@diegooliveirabenjamin 10 ай бұрын
Workflow and getting used to stuff is a curious thing, I can’t see myself mixing without a Magic Mouse, and the thing is terrible, but it gives me everything I need perfectly, including fast access to macOS zoom.
@scorpionleader1967 11 ай бұрын
I'm in the market for a trackball mouse. Wrist problems BIG factor. Thanks for this video to get me thinking about it.🥰
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@steinwaygoat 11 ай бұрын
Well, got me interested…and your great laugh out loud moment: “…my coffee cup warmer….” 😂. Btw, LOVE the reference to Breaking Bad. Dave Porter is so great!
@jp45424 11 ай бұрын
I have the wired Kensington Slim Blade. I couldn't adjust to it and went back to a regular mouse. I may try using it again after watching your video.
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Maybe it will grow on you
@unlockdworld 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for this Chris!
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@audios22 11 ай бұрын
OK Chris. I'm making the switch. I too have had some wrist issues that my chiropractor said might get worse. So I'll brave the 2-3 days getting used to it. Thanks good vid as always.
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
You're welcome, it worth to take the time to get used to it, and ten you'll see if it makes a difference for your wrist issues, hope it will!
@TMR2902 11 ай бұрын
❤ cool stuff for Studio Thanks a Lot for Sharing your experience
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@olsonspeed 2 ай бұрын
Trackball mice are also the standard for most CAD. I have been using a Kennsington Expert Mouse since they were first offered, rocking the Slimblade now. Other than cost I don't understand why more people haven't switched over to the far superior trackball.
@CarstenGoeke 11 ай бұрын
Cool Video. Curious about the Warm Audio 2MPX 😃✌🏼
@stutty1400 6 ай бұрын
I have used a trackball for about the last 6 years or so. I would never go back to a "normal" mouse. I have just bought the Logitech M575 and it is extremely great value. The same kind of Software as you showed Chris, but the trackball is (imo) much more comfortable to use, it is also a great deal smaller so you might find it useful when you are on the road .. and it is a LOT cheaper than the blade lol.
@hinesification 10 ай бұрын
I love trackballs, but I like the one's with the Thumb ball (on the side), and I prefer like the Kensington brand.
@RealCbase 11 ай бұрын
Same here✌️ i think around 2006 or so i go through the learning curve and i would never go back❤️.
@LucaRossoDeVita 10 ай бұрын
Having a crowdy desktop just as yours seems to be, a trackball for me is mandatory and after 4 years of use I can say I would never come back to "normal" mouse controller.
@TheGarageRecordingSC 11 ай бұрын
I love my Kensington expert mouse! I use it with steermouse software and I created some awesome quick keys on the buttons to speed up drum editing. I wouldn't go back to the old mouse ever. 👍🏻
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
Join the club! :-)
@-musiclee- 10 ай бұрын
Streamline. Me too. I use SteerMouse. To change my scrolling to horizontal. No up and down. Unless I use shift. I pretty much reversed it. So in Pro Tools or Logic. My scroll. On Slimblade Moves timeline. Left right. Love it
@TheGarageRecordingSC 10 ай бұрын
@@-musiclee- Yeah brother, steer mouse is awesome!! I use it for drum editing. I have it set up where I drop the cursor just in front of the transient, hit the upper left button and in one click it makes a breakpoint, tabs over to the transient, and deletes that little clip. Then I highlight the audio to the right of the cut, and click my upper right button, which then shifts it to the closer grid marker and then fills in the audio. Drum editing is so much faster now!!
@zoozeonja158 11 ай бұрын
I trust you. I will order the trackball now~😊
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Cool, try it for 3-4 days, and if it doesn't work for you, return it :-)
@CharlesK441 11 ай бұрын
I use the same one but the wired version. Very helpful and convenient 😊
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
It really is!
@johnmcreason 10 ай бұрын
Hi chris thank you for your great video will you give me the reference for your heating cup if you have an Amazon link thank you in advance
@charruaporelmundo 3 ай бұрын
Believe it or not, Back on end of the 90's,...I have a ball mouse!..It only come back now....after so many years!
@TheChipMcDonald 10 ай бұрын
I've seen people using them with the wrist pad... that requires cranking your wrist backwards. Which is the same syndrome that brings on carpal tunnel when typing. I have my wrist elevated (the ball is actually in a drawer) arm ~90 degrees to my elbow, so I'm reaching *down* to it. Wrist tilted level, to backwards, will wreck your wrist; otherwise, the big Kensington track ball fixed my wrist problems after switching to it. .. but they need to look into the USB disconnect issue.
@LoveMeBack 10 ай бұрын
Ive used the Kensington for a few years because “ the pros” are using it. Over A year ago I tried the Magic Mouse because I was installing a new system and never went back. No issues with my wrist and I work much faster. If you insist on a trackball which I don’t recommend get a wired Logitech. I’ve used that before the Kensington and I found it much better and wished I didn’t replace it with the Kensington.
@StudioFanThess 10 ай бұрын
PLEASE tell me how setup the left and right desktops on your mac...i try to find 2 days...Thank you Teacher!!!
@Mihai-M 6 ай бұрын
Hello! I have Kensignton Expert Wired version and scroll wheel sometimes have a "brake" did you know how to fix this? Thank you!
@Emily_M81 11 ай бұрын
I love my Roccat Nyth, but I'm intrigued. Wireless is also a plus...
@NONFamers 9 ай бұрын
I bought my first PC in 1994, and I swear that I have never used a regular mouse for any significant length of time - I have always, as in since 1994, used trackballs for all my computer work, occasionally enhanced by a Wacom pen-and-pad.
@FrugalPCOG 7 ай бұрын
I use the Logitech M570 exclusively. Those large exposed ball-on-top trackball units have me using too many fingers and my accuracy falls off too much to use it for gaming. The Logitech is the smaller ball where I only use my thumb to move the cursor, leaving my index finger exclusively for my left and right click. I prefer the slanted hand angle of the Logitech as well. M570 paired with an ergo Logitech keyboard only requires a single USB dongle for both to work. You never get the dead spots or need to use a mouse pad either like a normal mouse. I would suggest a wrist pad though.
@corywilliams458 10 ай бұрын
Great Video on Trackball!,..but the Coffee warmer🤔
@npinero1 11 ай бұрын
ELECOM makes some great trackballs. I have the HUGE for home and the DEFY on the road. They've never failed me.
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
That's good to know, never tried them!
@Sizaru-san 9 ай бұрын
I can confirm this. Elecom Huge user here. Super comfy device. Now I'm looking for a second trackball and I think Slimblade Pro will be the right choice.
@rafbass 4 ай бұрын
I wish they had some models with some knobs on the top, so we could map MIDI stuff to it. That would be amazing to have
@riasure 11 ай бұрын
Great video! I have the Kensington wired one like you, but I also have the apple Mighty Mouse and find myself always reaching for the apple one. I can’t lie I have found the Kensington one difficult to get used to. I think perhaps the only way I am really going to get used to it, is to remove the apple one entirely from my desk🙏🏾😄. I bought the Kensington for working in Logic and thought it would be easier to move around the timeline on my ultra wide screen. I am sure I will eventually come to enjoy using it, if I persevere-any tips?
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
It takes a while to get use to it, but it doesn't mean it works for everyone like it does for me
@pblais404 11 ай бұрын
I have the sling blade like you have. Mine is wired and I have had it for a couple years now. I can than Dom SIgalas for getting me turned on to it. Like you said there was a learning curve but I love it... Cheers
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Good to know :-)
@TheChrispablo 10 ай бұрын
Started using the Kensington Slimblade about a year ago, i dont look back
@tonycarpenter-Makzimia 11 ай бұрын
I need to get mine on my new desk. I’ve been using a wireless mouse with Mac because of needing it when on Jamulus. But, I can hook up the trackball.
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
I see! Never heard of Jamulus
@tonycarpenter-Makzimia 11 ай бұрын
@@mixdownonline it’s an online public performance platform. I have a large screen near my drums so that I can see chat for people who can’t use a mic. And I use the mouse to set fader levels and pan etc. it became big during lockdowns.
@gotmilk91 11 ай бұрын
Trackball mice make the most sense; i remember getting the MS Explorer trackball 10 years ago for Minecraft and WoW and feel sad for people still fooling around with the conventional mouse.
@alainpatry 11 ай бұрын
I had no idea there was a new version which allows it to be wired AND wireless! Very smart, in case the wireless gets glitchy - glad I waited to buy! I wonder if that's the only difference between the old version of the Slimblade (which Dom uses) and this new updated one? 🤔
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
Hay Alain, that's pretty much the difference between the 2 as far as I know!
@waltertill1388 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for your video! i am on the magic trackpad for years now, and i am happy with it, but i thought, it could could be intersting to use the trackball - did anyobe compare track with trackpad?
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
I use my Trackpad on my Macbook sometimes when I'm outside of the studio
@charley2070 10 ай бұрын
I plan to switch to a trackball. Used to work with one in the late 80ties on my Amiga
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
It's worth a try!
@Metro-vq3zl 9 ай бұрын
Great video
@mixdownonline 8 ай бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
@tuantranproduction 10 ай бұрын
Between trackball and ergonomic mice, which one better ?
@JasonChinniansoulmod1 11 ай бұрын
Hi Chris, great video. I've been looking at trackballs recently because space is limited on my desk. How many key commands can you assign to your new wireless trackball? Thanks 👍🏾
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Around 8 commands!
@JasonChinniansoulmod1 10 ай бұрын
@@mixdownonline Nice one, Chris 👍🏾
@flaviozarza1735 10 ай бұрын
I'm thinking to move to trackball but I still don't take the risk. I tried one time but I didn't feel comfortable at all. Maybe I should give it a chance again but with more patience. 🤔 Anyway, Thanx for the video. 🤘🏼
@darkphotographer 10 ай бұрын
i have the smaller kesinton track ball and i have change 3 threw they years because the buton stop working after a bit 2- 3years ,
@Byron101_ 10 ай бұрын
another solution is to use a WACOM USB tablet - it works for a daw also great. This pen is great for drawing automations and editing midi e.g. the advantage of the pen is that it lies naturally in the hand.
@jirosaves_theworld 11 ай бұрын
i've been using trackball not only for music works but everything even gaming it's such an OOF!! best!!
@etgripper 2 ай бұрын
I may pick the slim up, but I've been burned three times by the older expert wireless trackball, each time the button(s) just crap out on me, and if I go in to try to replace a switch, etc something snaps and I just throw the rest away in frustration.
@nlamottecomposer 5 ай бұрын
Hey Chris, considering getting a trackball. But I'm concerned about how accurate drawing MIDI CC is with one. I prefer drawing and using Cubase's predefined curves to enter CC automation. What are your thoughts on this?
@csm120 5 ай бұрын
I have a logitech m575, it is a trackball mouse. The designed is slightly different from the kesington's trackball, but the idea is the same. Thing is, you will adapt and it's gonna take you a day or two to learn how to do general stuff, like web browsing, etc, For those things like midi CC or whatever it takes more precision, you will need more time to get used to it. Specially the sensibility of the trackball, but all of those things are customizable.
@THA-REAPER 10 ай бұрын
I use the MX Ergo by Logitech. Has a footprint of a mouse for big hands. Not bad by no means. I call it the klobber though, because its just bigger than anything else I have and it could be a decent sized rock lol. I have a fair amount of gear for a home studio, but the main reason is because i have a 49 inch monitor. A super ultra wide by Samsung. My track edit and my mixer section in my daw are like miles. All that elbow and wrist moving is too much. Trackball stays in one place and works on any uneven surface. You could just recline in a chair and have the trackball if you were really just pointing and clicking. It has that feature where you can drag from one computer to another on the same wifi or paird to it via Bluetooth. You can also press a button on it and completly switch to control another computer. Not dependent on a USB dongle, but it does offer one if you don't have a computer with built in Bluetooth. I still use a regular mouse, but not for daw stuff. Gaming and Photoshop. Top Razer mouse with a high DPI and their plastic mouse pad. Its only to accommodate the monitor. That thing slides like ice and you could easly throw it if you let go.
@MaximusWhyman 11 ай бұрын
I prefer the Logitech Mx 3. Used a Kensington for awhile, and they are in all the major studios I’ve been to, but the new breed of mouses with the additional mappable buttons and gestures works better now.
@skmakesbeats 11 ай бұрын
I recently switched to the mx master 3s....as I was getting a few hand problems before, and its got worse since, I think im so used to using a regular shaped mouse that i try to grip it like one still and I just can't get used to the shape
@MaximusWhyman 11 ай бұрын
@@skmakesbeats Ya, it’s pretty big. I had the opposite problem, the Kensington hurt my wrist.
@skmakesbeats 11 ай бұрын
@@MaximusWhyman its the little finger position that's getting me
@sunnyshrestha317 3 ай бұрын
isn't it gonna have problems with mechanical bearing at certain point? will it be expensive for repair?
@1loveMusic2003 11 ай бұрын
I got a cheaper Logitech thumb ball mouse but it was a game changer for me. Also the Faderport was huge. Just a single fader for automation and levels but nice to not use a mouse for everything.
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
I love the Faderport :-)
@VTPStudios 11 ай бұрын
Hey Chris Could u share the link to the headstand u use for the Audeze mm500 headphone !
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
The link is in the video description of this video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y7CcrZp8t5exmp8.html
@sound-engineer 9 ай бұрын
2:58 The thing I was looking for to hear lol
@ardierr.2525 11 ай бұрын
hello do you find it also useful/faster outside cubase?
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
Yes I do, like editing videos on Premiere is nice :-)
@sirdancedalot 10 ай бұрын
That´s HAL 9000!
@SuperMax_____0.0_____ 11 ай бұрын
Ive tried these as well but I stick to the regular logitech silent mousse , hate the clicky sounds like it was an office and have my mix playing and my brain has to separate what comes from what. So that remains in the past for me.
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
I forgot about the click, I'm so use to it that I don't hear it anymore Lol!
@JornLavoll 11 ай бұрын
I'm using a vintage mic for that analog warmth
@SeaGoRetta 11 ай бұрын
They are reasonable for seafarers, on board of vessels where you have electronic charts and radars with graphical interface. Due to vibration underway or in strom usual mouse will fly all over the navigational bridge, while track ball won't. I doubt sound engineers have troubles with that matter.
@mixdownonline 11 ай бұрын
After a few late night drinks while mixing, you never know ;-)
@natcoziay 4 ай бұрын
I am thinking about buying this but I see negative reviews about the bearings wearing out and the scrolling with the ball becoming unresponsive. Are you having any issues with yours? Do you think this is a durable mouse?
@mixdownonline 4 ай бұрын
Honestly, I had the wired model for a couple of years, and this one for the last 6 months. No issues at all. You just need to remove the ball to clean the inside once in a while to keep a smooth scroll.
@natcoziay 4 ай бұрын
@@mixdownonline Thank you for the quick response bro! Much appreciated.
@Myusuki 4 ай бұрын
you should try out the Ploopy trackballs
@lucaminarelli3564 11 ай бұрын
That Breaking Bad thing was cool 😂. Thanks Chris
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@artysanmobile 7 ай бұрын
It all comes down to precision. Making very precise selections and moves as required in media creators software does not require the hand / arm stress of any other method. Trackpad, mouse, even pencil, cannot compete. That is the bottom line for me. I have them all and can feel the difference after a long session. I keep one for travel so I’m never without it.
@miguelmoreira5248 10 ай бұрын
Any customizable, right/left-handed, wireless gaming mouse beats this every day of the week. :) Here's why: Space saving: Just use high DPI if that's a problem Wrists: These trackball mice seem to force you to permanently have your hand completely flat (not tilted), which is a problem. Also seems to continuously provoke tension in the tendons Precision: I use a high-end gaming mouse and you can't get more precise than that. Consumer/productivity mice have horrible sensors. They're super unprecise, plus the greater wireless precision on high-end gaming mice - but I can be wrong about this one! Shortcuts: You can also get that with a gaming mouse, but, guys... deep down you know that you don't need that. We have a keyboard for that. Plenty of keys to use. Coming from the guy that bought a streamdeck and realized I was still doing everything on my keyboard/mouse. Totally first world "problem solving" situations. Save your money, focus on important things. But, in any case, I don't deny the possibility of trying one of these! - Nice video, keep it up Chris
@jordanthurt 11 ай бұрын
I’ve bought so many Kensington Orbit trackballs that I’ve lost count. I use it exclusively for everything. Even travel with one.
@ErixSamson 11 ай бұрын
I'm using the same Kensington trackball as you just received, and I could not go back to a regular mouse. NEVER.
@mixdownonline 10 ай бұрын
Join the club :-)
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