Which keyboard & mice?

[biliousfrog]

try some in a store and see which is most comfortable for you, everyone is different. I've got a cheap Logitech ultra-flat keyboard and a Logitech G5 mouse (fully weighted) on a 36"x18" Boogiebug mouse surface...suits me fine

[jipe]

I can't think of a specific keyboard that one would need for 3d, but I recently picked up the Microsoft Natural Ergo 4000 and I really like it. I've never had an ergonomic keyboard so I didn't know what to expect, but it's a lot more comfortable to use than any keyboard I've ever had... which comes in handy when you spend way too much time in front of the computer.

[gawl126]

I too would go with anything comfortable.

For keyboard, I would also go with either the Microsoft Natural Ergo 4000 ($30) or Microsoft Comfort Curve 2000 ($17). I currently use a logitech keyboard and this works great too. My mouse is just a basic 3 button optical mouse. I'm currently looking at the 2 keyboards mentioned and maybe the Razer Deathadder for my new keyboard and mouse.

[meleseDESIGN]

Actually there are no mice & keyboard manufactures which are specilized for 3D Animation production - I know some keyboards made for Video- and Sound production only. It really doesn´t matter what you take for Animation tasks. I prefer a keyboard with soft-touch keys and a laser mice with tracking ball beside. Other professionals prefer just a Wacom.

So it´s up to you, go in the store and check what is the most comfortable input device for you.

[LemLem360]

Thank you guys, I wanted to buy this set, but now after having read your posts i think it's a useless spending. Logitech MX5500 (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard_mice_combos/devices/3481&cl=ca,fr)

[Jettatore]

Any keyboard with standard F1 - F12 keys and a full Numpad will work. Any 3 button mouse, usually the scroll wheel clicks and works as a 3rd button... I prefer the brands Logitech, Microsoft and Razer, they all tend to make nicely designed products, durability/longevity varies by model.

[LemLem360]

Ok and do you recommand me a keyboard with standard keys or thin keys?

[LemLem360]

ok and do you recommand me a keyboard with normal keys or thin keys?

[Jettatore]

That's personal preference. Go test them out at a store like Bilious suggested. Just make sure it has all the function buttons and the numpad, as a lot of software packages use those for various hot-keys. I would recommend however some sort of Wacom drawing tablet or equivalent. That will come in handy.

Added: This is my keyboard, it's backlit so I can see the buttons when I'm awake and glued to the computer at 3am. I love it. http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard/devices/4740&cl=us,en

[LemLem360]

I dont see the F1 to F12 keys on your keyboard???

[LemLem360]

*My fault, i see them now

[Jettatore]

Yeah they are there, but they actually aren't back-lit, the alternate function media keys got orange backlights instead, which I would have proffered that they not put on there at all to be honest. Besides that though, it's got a slim profile in all dimensions, nice feel to the keys, and it's back-lit.

It's needlessly expensive though, mine was a gift. The risers on the bottom don't go up too high either, which some may not appreciate but it works well with my desks height. I really like the thing, not at all necessary though.

You can look up keyboards and mice on Newegg.com and get some pretty interesting user feedback in the User Reviews. People have a lot to say about almost every product on there, check it out.

[gawl126]

What about the MX3200? There's a sale tonight if you happen to be online still.

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/promotional_items/devices/6552&cl=us,en

Use this code: logi_mx3200_2510

It will bring it down to $49.99 and there is free shipping.

[LemLem360]

This is a sale on a dented box...i think i will buy the illuminated keyboard like Jettatore.

[biliousfrog]

I'm really not a fan of cordless mice/keyboards personally. I can see the appeal but I don't like the response (maybe it's psychological) or running on batteries from a practical and ecological viewpoint.

[meleseDESIGN]

I would not recommend cordless input devices neighter.
I had a few wireless mices & keyboards too, but even with AA Mignon 4800mAh batteries it´s a pain in the ass - AA Micro batteries are even more worse because they support max. 1450mAh.

If you can avoid wireless stuff then i would do it.
Do you know why professionell call centers doesn´t use wireless telephones? All professional support hotlines use tethered phones with (good) reason.

[gawl126]

This is a sale on a dented box...i think i will buy the illuminated keyboard like Jettatore.

The box may be dented, but everything else is new. I don't see anything else wrong with it besides the dented box and others who have ordered these before found nothing wrong with it either. It's better than paying $80 just for a keyboard...I'd buy your keyboard from here for $65 if you are buying that:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/597773-REG/Logitech_920_000914_Illuminated_Keyboard_.html

I would not recommend cordless input devices neighter.
I had a few wireless mices & keyboards too, but even with AA Mignon 4800mAh batteries it´s a pain in the ass - AA Micro batteries are even more worse because they support max. 1450mAh.

If you can avoid wireless stuff then i would do it.
Do you know why professionell call centers doesn´t use wireless telephones? All professional support hotlines use tethered phones with (good) reason.

I've never owned wireless mice or keyboards. I just made that suggestion because they were first looking at an expensive wireless set.

[LemLem360]

Wow, thanks for the link, his cheaper than everywhere.

[LemLem360]

Which one of those one, they're 79$ each:

Logitech Illuminated Keyboard (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard/devices/4740&cl=us,en)

Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard (http://store.razerzone.com/store/razerusa/en_US/pd/productID.169417800/categoryId.35156900)

Razer Lycosa Mirror Gaming Keyboard (http://store.razerzone.com/store/razerusa/en_US/pd/productID.169417900/categoryId.35156900)

???

[gawl126]

The Razer keyboards are nice, but I don't see a reason why you should buy it. Figure out what you'll be using the keyboard for and if you absolutely need those features. Look at the keyboard you're currently using and ask yourself if at any time did you think you needed a certain feature.

Everyone has their own taste in keyboards. You should just go out there and try typing on a few of these. We can make suggestions, but it is your decision in the end. It's also easier and faster to find reviews on these keyboards.

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Logitech+Illuminated+Keyboard+review
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Razer+Lycosa+keyboard+review

[debashish]

Which one of those one, they're 79$ each:

Logitech Illuminated Keyboard (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard/devices/4740&cl=us,en)

Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard (http://store.razerzone.com/store/razerusa/en_US/pd/productID.169417800/categoryId.35156900)

Razer Lycosa Mirror Gaming Keyboard (http://store.razerzone.com/store/razerusa/en_US/pd/productID.169417900/categoryId.35156900)

???

I will recommend Razer products any-day.
im a hard core gamer, my keyboard & mice used to wear out very soon 6 months to max 12 months (MS & logitech )
but after switching to Razer (mice:- krait, keyboard:- Lycosa ) its been almost 2yrs :) they still performing as new, instead of the everyday torture :P

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