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

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  • #trackballmouse #trackball #bestmouseformusicproduction
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    I decided to make this video as when I was researching for the best mouse years and years ago I noticed so many people use trackball mice when it comes to audio editing, mixing and video editing. I did a lot of research but it was quite hard to find out the reason why.
    After using trackball mice for over 10 years I decided to share my thoughts an experience with you guys,
    Hope you find this helpful!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 412

  • @doctorhino8736
    @doctorhino8736 4 роки тому +63

    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
      @domfjbrown75 4 місяці тому +1

      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
      @nikthefix8918 5 днів тому +1

      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.

  • @sidgirase
    @sidgirase 3 роки тому +54

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

    • @Noisa
      @Noisa 3 роки тому +1

      Best comment 👌🏼👍🏼☝🏼️🤌🏼🤙🏼

    • @laypyu
      @laypyu 2 роки тому

      🤣🤣🤣

  • @DarkSideofSynth
    @DarkSideofSynth 4 роки тому +12

    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.

  • @lotdproduction
    @lotdproduction 2 роки тому +3

    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!

  • @lemmingdot
    @lemmingdot Рік тому

    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.

  • @penguinista
    @penguinista Рік тому +1

    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!

  • @themysticvoices
    @themysticvoices 3 роки тому +4

    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
      @DomSigalas  3 роки тому

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

  • @Hitchhikerissharp
    @Hitchhikerissharp 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @valleyken
    @valleyken 3 роки тому +6

    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.

  • @FlfyCats17
    @FlfyCats17 18 днів тому

    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.

  • @SpryCheetah6
    @SpryCheetah6 4 роки тому +10

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

  • @JozefHollyPiano
    @JozefHollyPiano 4 роки тому +7

    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
    @nullbewahrer 2 роки тому +13

    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
      @penguinista Рік тому

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

    • @aaaaaa2206
      @aaaaaa2206 11 місяців тому

      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.

  • @YASIR.K
    @YASIR.K 4 роки тому +2

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

  • @yams900
    @yams900 3 роки тому

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

  • @Raggo12345
    @Raggo12345 3 роки тому +2

    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

  • @DamonHodgesOfficialPagePlus
    @DamonHodgesOfficialPagePlus 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @toastypresents
    @toastypresents 4 роки тому

    So helpful. Thank you for this!

  • @ohmnemusic1606
    @ohmnemusic1606 2 роки тому +1

    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

  • @weridplusho
    @weridplusho 4 роки тому

    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.

  • @wilkiebrown244
    @wilkiebrown244 2 роки тому

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

  • @ASH-ou4cg
    @ASH-ou4cg 4 роки тому +5

    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.

  • @PeterBatah
    @PeterBatah 3 роки тому

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

  • @PhoenixKross
    @PhoenixKross 21 день тому

    Really appreciated your kind advice on this mouse.

  • @a.sanchezrecordingartist658
    @a.sanchezrecordingartist658 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @xh0rsex
    @xh0rsex 2 роки тому +13

    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
      @MrHitomiplum 2 роки тому +4

      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."

  • @serferlop3073
    @serferlop3073 4 роки тому +2

    Hi Dom, first of all thanks for all the good content it’s very helpful. I anted to ask you a couple of questions if you don’t mind. First, how integrated is Maschine in your workflow with Cubase? I still find complications when using it as a VST and end up working stand alone and then exporting stems or midi which makes it pretty annoying. Do you have some advice on how to best integrate both? Also I wanted to know your opinion if it is still worth purchasing the CC121 controller ? I hesitate because of its age that it will soon be discontinued, what do you think? Thanks a lot for your time and continue the great work. Cheers

  • @whylekat
    @whylekat 3 роки тому +73

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

  • @Scotlanz
    @Scotlanz 4 роки тому +2

    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
      @uk.leonardosants 2 роки тому

      Is Slimblade any better than Expert?

    • @Scotlanz
      @Scotlanz 2 роки тому +1

      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.

  • @xnajx
    @xnajx Рік тому +1

    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.

  • @bolttracks
    @bolttracks 3 роки тому +4

    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
      @levondarratt787 3 роки тому +1

      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.

  • @steventrueman3493
    @steventrueman3493 2 місяці тому

    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.

  • @adhmusic-andrewhigginsmusic
    @adhmusic-andrewhigginsmusic 3 роки тому +7

    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
      @MrFree-vj8qj 2 роки тому +1

      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.

  • @CosmicD
    @CosmicD 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @williamjames3265
    @williamjames3265 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video. 🖤

  • @HenryMittnacht
    @HenryMittnacht 4 роки тому +2

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

  • @allminds
    @allminds 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @JamesBermingham
    @JamesBermingham Рік тому

    Great demo. Think I might purchase

  • @almaelectronix5167
    @almaelectronix5167 Рік тому +2

    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.

  • @AudioReplica2023
    @AudioReplica2023 4 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @soundslikefriends
    @soundslikefriends 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Do you know if smooth scrolling is possible? I love this feature with the magic mouse or apple trackpad.

  • @Redrios
    @Redrios 4 роки тому +1

    thanks for underlining the "learning curve" part!

  • @Studioinsession
    @Studioinsession 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @OverdriveMusic
    @OverdriveMusic 4 роки тому +7

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

    • @DomSigalas
      @DomSigalas  4 роки тому +3

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

  • @barker_
    @barker_ 2 роки тому

    Hi Dom, Love your videos and they are such a great resource I hope youre getting the rewards they deserve. I took your advice about a trackball but I was just wondering if I could ask you about horizontal scrolling? I know I can use the modifier "shift" key on my keyboard but do you know of a way on the kensington of making one of the buttons into a "shift key" so I can modify the scroll wheel one handed? I have googled but have had no luck. Any help would be very much appreciated. Thank you

  • @tonycarpenter-Makzimia
    @tonycarpenter-Makzimia 4 роки тому +18

    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
      @DomSigalas  4 роки тому +1

      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
      @tonycarpenter-Makzimia 4 роки тому +4

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

    • @enyo4382
      @enyo4382 4 роки тому +2

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

    • @djsweatysac1842
      @djsweatysac1842 3 роки тому

      Im with ya. Was it worth it?

    • @tonycarpenter-Makzimia
      @tonycarpenter-Makzimia 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @JMJF
    @JMJF 4 роки тому +41

    love that T-shirt you're wearing!

    • @DomSigalas
      @DomSigalas  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Jeson :)

    • @Silverwerks
      @Silverwerks 4 роки тому

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

    • @omnicrash
      @omnicrash 4 роки тому +4

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

    • @swxft4355
      @swxft4355 2 роки тому

      I love jeson

  •  4 роки тому

    Good video - very helpful in these specifically prefaced producing tasks but what is it like to use this as a general pointing device for everyday computing? Thanks!

  • @billithoumilli2952
    @billithoumilli2952 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this. I had no idea what I was missing. Is there a keyboard you recommend using with this?

  • @leyrua
    @leyrua 3 роки тому

    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. 😎

  • @GL-uy3fd
    @GL-uy3fd 4 роки тому +5

    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
      @rayzimmermin 2 роки тому +1

      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

  • @chillwalker
    @chillwalker Рік тому

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

  • @patrickarend8707
    @patrickarend8707 4 роки тому +26

    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
      @spaceorbison 3 роки тому

      Looking at that mouse doesnt quite look like this one

    • @asmc1492
      @asmc1492 2 роки тому

      @@spaceorbison it's another type of trackball mouse

  • @taitobar8624
    @taitobar8624 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @Noisa
    @Noisa 3 роки тому +17

    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. 🤔

    • @matthiasschuster9505
      @matthiasschuster9505 2 роки тому

      And?

    • @texansilverback1999
      @texansilverback1999 8 місяців тому

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

    • @Noisa
      @Noisa 8 місяців тому

      @@texansilverback1999 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.

  • @Paulcvids
    @Paulcvids 3 роки тому

    Hey Dom. Great video. Two things... I've heard the slimblade is having sensitivity issues within Cubase 11. Have you experienced that? I'm a recent slimblade user (on your recommendation), but am still on 10.5. Also, how do you set up that slow mouse cursor thing? I believe you held alt or something? Where is that within Cubase? Thanks Dom! EDIT: After a week w. my slimblade, I have decided to let it go. I just can't handle the jumpy scrolling. It's such a shame that one can't increase the resolution of the scrolling mechanism.

  • @bopkins14
    @bopkins14 3 роки тому

    Hey man, love your vids and workflow. Great tutorials. How do you program Cubase 11 with the slim trackball, I bought one because of your recommendation. :) Thanks

  • @IroLidorikioti
    @IroLidorikioti 4 роки тому +9

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

  • @MaartenFranken
    @MaartenFranken 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @muchixl2427
    @muchixl2427 2 роки тому

    Good Review man!! Stay Solid!

  • @TravisLohmannMusic
    @TravisLohmannMusic 3 роки тому +1

    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).

  • @eliasdorneles6430
    @eliasdorneles6430 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing!
    I've got the same model as you, been using it for 3 days, it's pretty cool, I like it, but i'm still slower than with a regular mouse.
    I suppose speed will come with time, as you said, there is a bit of a learning curve.
    I find notably tricky how to scroll up -- can you share what's your finger position when scrolling up? I've noticed you seem to put your index finger over the ball, I suppose to hold the cursor steady while you scroll?

    • @ipoponq
      @ipoponq 3 роки тому +3

      So, how is it going with your experience using a trackball?

  • @faroukzanou7242
    @faroukzanou7242 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @ipoponq
    @ipoponq 2 роки тому +15

    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
      @rayzimmermin 2 роки тому +3

      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
      @keithpetersen9196 2 роки тому

      I use my trackball for gaming too 😃

  • @DogeGaming55
    @DogeGaming55 3 роки тому +2

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

  • @therakshasan8547
    @therakshasan8547 4 роки тому +2

    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.]

  • @Noisa
    @Noisa 3 роки тому

    Cool review. Hey, what kind of computer keyboard is that? Thanks!

  • @MrSteveporn
    @MrSteveporn Рік тому

    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.

  • @artysanmobile
    @artysanmobile Рік тому

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

  • @yomoma6692
    @yomoma6692 3 роки тому +2

    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

  • @alan2here
    @alan2here 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @PepeRubio77
    @PepeRubio77 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @Accentor100
    @Accentor100 3 роки тому

    Dom, thanks to you, I now own this mouse. Seems to be just the right size for my hand. Still getting used to it and trying to get the software to recognize it. Do you have any tips to make the two top buttons operate like the buttons on the side of my regular mouse? I am able to use those to rewind and fast forward through tracks and it works in Mixmeister too which is really old.

    • @DomSigalas
      @DomSigalas  3 роки тому

      Hey man! I’ve done a setup video here: ua-cam.com/video/BlfId-dg9es/v-deo.html maybe this will help! You need to configure your mouse per app :)

  • @austenlangford
    @austenlangford 3 роки тому +3

    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?

  • @vidflix
    @vidflix 3 роки тому

    Awesome shirt! I used to own a C64....lol, and a Vic 20.

  • @_BangDroid_
    @_BangDroid_ Рік тому

    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.

  • @petterrong1590
    @petterrong1590 3 роки тому

    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.

  • @MathieuPrevot
    @MathieuPrevot Рік тому

    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
      @Experimentalhobbyist Рік тому

      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 )

  • @romancerecords6338
    @romancerecords6338 4 роки тому

    How do you assign Top Right and Left click to zoom in and out in pro tools preferences??? Trackball settings are correct.

  • @parisevaggelou
    @parisevaggelou 3 роки тому

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

  • @rocnred
    @rocnred 2 роки тому

    Thanks, Dom. I want to order one. I am in the USA. If I click your link and change the country I am in within Amazon, do you still get the affiliate? I assume you do since Amazon keeps the links for a while but I just want to make sure that changing countries still gets you paid.

  • @igorazem
    @igorazem 3 роки тому

    Off-topic: Can you tell me the keyboard model? Looks awesome! 😎

  • @laughingvampire7555
    @laughingvampire7555 2 роки тому +4

    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
      @LadyBovine Рік тому

      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
      @laughingvampire7555 Рік тому

      ​@@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.

  • @5amJones69
    @5amJones69 3 роки тому

    Awesome. But what is that keyboard and who makes it?

  • @MintythecatIsABeast
    @MintythecatIsABeast 3 роки тому

    Cheers, mate - you may have helped saved my ailing wrists ;)

  • @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.

  • @collintoh1697
    @collintoh1697 4 роки тому

    Hi Dom, is there a way to make fine adjustments with the scroll ring. When I use fabfilter compressor, the makeup gain changes 3-4dB each scroll. Thanks

  • @MinosMiniatures
    @MinosMiniatures 3 роки тому

    Hi Dom, Thank you for your materials as they are very useful for me in my work. I'm struggling thou to setup the " Ref" button to change with one click between mix and cue track. . I've tried to assign key in cubase first and assign it in keningstone app but it's not working. Any help would be most appreciated.

  • @tomryan6461
    @tomryan6461 4 роки тому

    Really helpful, many thanks. Exactly the brand and type I was looking at. Also use Cubase so will check out your other vid before I visit Amazon! :-) 👍

    • @tomryan6461
      @tomryan6461 4 роки тому

      ...Ooops, didn't see the link re Cubase customisation. Did I miss something?

    • @PianoGesang
      @PianoGesang 4 роки тому

      Why do you freely promote a global monopoly whose owner is so rich, he can buy entire countries?

  • @PowerRedBullTypology
    @PowerRedBullTypology 9 місяців тому +1

    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
    @emanuel_soundtrack 2 роки тому

    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

  • @JamesSouza756
    @JamesSouza756 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Dom, can you do a video about recording bfd drums with midi, routing out to separate tracks in cubase then mixing them with plugins & outboard please

    • @DomSigalas
      @DomSigalas  4 роки тому +1

      Hi James, would love to do that but I don't have BFD! Would be the same philosophy with any multichannel drum instrument, so I will definitely arrange something like that!

  • @jdubbs9655
    @jdubbs9655 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for showing us this. I just wish it was wireless and not so pricey. Anyway, I hope they sent you yours for free!

  • @jcrod9467
    @jcrod9467 Рік тому

    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

  • @rafaelhernandez5550
    @rafaelhernandez5550 4 роки тому

    Hi Dom, Thank you very much after I saw your video I got one kensington slimblade but I don`t know How to costimize a Kesington trackball in cubase. Can you please help me?

  • @boostakid
    @boostakid Рік тому

    i bought one of these just the other day and i really love it! The only the thing ive noticed is that i feel more strain on my thumb from it now being the "left click button" pusher after 30 years of no use.. My whole hand and forearms feels a little more fatigued after 3 days of use. Is this something i should persevere with and let my hand get used to it? or is that a sign that the trackball isnt right for me? Eveything else about it i really enjoy.

  • @usafirefly7967
    @usafirefly7967 6 місяців тому

    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.

  • @sub4037
    @sub4037 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Dom, I have a question. is it possible to create the ai knob function? I want to assign it to a knob on my Maschine studio. Thanks

  • @NickAsselberghs
    @NickAsselberghs 9 місяців тому

    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.

  • @its1amsomewhere
    @its1amsomewhere 7 місяців тому

    Hey Dom! Curious, I thought I saw a Presonus Control Surface, do you use that with Cubase and if so does it work well?