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    New Gaming mouse and headset

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by CommanderZim, Aug 7, 2009.

  1. CommanderZim

    CommanderZim Newbie

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    I'm looking for a new gaming mouse and headset for my new computer. I've been looking at the G7 and G9. The only problem about this is that I want something portable that is easy for regular college use with my laptop, but I can then game on later. It seems like the G9 would be problematic with the cord.

    For the headset I've been looking at the Steel Series 5H v2 and the Razer Carcharias. I'm looking for something with a good retractable mic for when I'm not using it.

    The games I play are things like HL2, TF2, Counter-Strike, WoW, Dawn of War 2, Starcraft, and some other FPS/RPG/RTS's.

    Any other recommendations are welcome.
     
    CommanderZim, Aug 7, 2009
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  2. Ripfire

    Ripfire Minecraft Architect

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    I use the Plantronics GameCom 377 headset

    The mic almost disappears into it,
    Sound is good, but they are all bit tight when you first get them, but ease up after a couple weeks.
    [​IMG]
    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826265065
    $49.99 on Newegg free shipping :)
     
    Ripfire, Aug 7, 2009
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  3. CommanderZim

    CommanderZim Newbie

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    I actually have tried those. My brother has them and I have used them for extended periods of time while gaming, they cause me too much pain.
     
    CommanderZim, Aug 7, 2009
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  4. Ripfire

    Ripfire Minecraft Architect

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    I don't know why they made them so tight, guess they have small heads lol, after break-in they aren't so bad though.
     
    Ripfire, Aug 7, 2009
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  5. SoundOf1HandClapping

    SoundOf1HandClapping Was once a Forge

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    Any budget you're looking at?

    I have abeat-up supraaural Logitech wrapped around my head right now. I get enough sound out of them to be a competent player, and they cost maybe twenty bucks.
     
    SoundOf1HandClapping, Aug 7, 2009
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  6. CommanderZim

    CommanderZim Newbie

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    I'd like too keep the combined price between $100-$200.
     
    CommanderZim, Aug 7, 2009
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  7. joshthor

    joshthor 100% Crazy Sauce

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    i strongly suggest the razer deathadder. its the best mouse i have ever used
     
    joshthor, Aug 7, 2009
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  8. Ripfire

    Ripfire Minecraft Architect

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    I also have a deathadder, great mouse
     
    Ripfire, Aug 7, 2009
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  9. CommanderZim

    CommanderZim Newbie

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    Any wireless mice you would recommend?
     
    CommanderZim, Aug 7, 2009
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  10. a3r0x

    a3r0x Notebook Evangelist

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    If wireless then Razer Mamba. Its just a wireles deathadder really, but with a better sensor.
     
    a3r0x, Aug 7, 2009
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  11. jkxs

    jkxs Notebook Geek

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    I use the New G15 (Logitech) the Original Sidewinder w/lcd (Microsoft) and the PC 350 Headset (Sennheiser).
    Here are some pics
    [​IMG] [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
    jkxs, Aug 7, 2009
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  12. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    I have the Plantronics 377, and I never thought it was tight, even the day I got it.

    As for wireless gaming mice, you can get the Logitech G7, or the Razer Mamba or the upcoming Orochi, which connects via Bluetooth. Although to be honest, wires do not make a mouse non-portable. You can easily wrap wires around a mouse.
     
    Mastershroom, Aug 7, 2009
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  13. Xtt

    Xtt Notebook Consultant

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    Agreed, I just stick my DeathAdder in my bag when going to and from work. It's portable enough for me :)
     
    Xtt, Aug 7, 2009
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  14. BIGX333

    BIGX333 Brazillian Overclocker

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    Actually the sensor in DA would be considered better than the one in mamba... Mamba is unusable with non hard surfaces, you need to keep that in mind :p .
     
    BIGX333, Aug 7, 2009
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  15. Abula

    Abula Puro Chapin

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    Abula, Aug 8, 2009
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