Best products from r/truetf2
We found 35 comments on r/truetf2 discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 29 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Zalman Zm-Mic1 High Sensitivity Headphone Microphone
- It has attractive & compact design
- Localization - English
- High Sensitivity Headphone Mic
- 3 Mini Clips for Tidy Arrangement
- Product Type - Headphone Microphone
- Localization - English
- System Components - N/A
- System Components - N/A
- System Components - N/A
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2. Blue Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum)
- Legendary Blue Broadcast Sound – Two-capsule design gives your voice exceptional presence and detail for professional-level recording and streaming
- Multiple Pickup Patterns – The cardioid pattern is perfect for recording and streaming, while omni puts you “in the room” for conference calls
- Stylish, Retro Design – Record or stream in style with a classic design that looks great on your desktop and on camera. Available in three bold colors
- #1 Premium USB Microphone Brand – Based on independent sales data (April '19 - March '20) of PC Microphones in both units and dollars in the US and Canada
- -10 dB Pad – Keeps Snowball sounding clean and distortion-free on louder voices and instruments
- Adjustable Desktop Stand – Allows you to position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality
- Blue Sherpa Companion App – Fine-tune your sound with deep control of Snowball. Manage mic gain and more right from your desktop
- Plug 'n Play on Mac and PC – Start recording quickly and easily with driver-free operation on Mac and PC
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3. Logitech G400s 910-003589 Optical Gaming Mouse
Exclusive 4000 DPI Delta Zero Optical Sensor: Built for consistent, high-accuracy targeting in FPS games8 programmable buttons: Perform single game commands or multi-command macros with a simple button clickOn-the-fly adjustable DPI (400-4000): Instantly shift through multiple DPI settings without i...
4. Logitech G500s Laser Gaming Mouse with Adjustable Weight Tuning
- Weight and balance tuning adjust to unique play styles, including overall weight, center of gravity, and placement of weights
- Advanced surface materials include hydrophobic coating of palm area, dry-grip sides and fingerprint resistant coating of primary buttons
- In-game sensitivity switching with multiple DPI settings up to 8200 DP
- Onboard memory profile for game-specific setup, 2 meter braided USB cable
- Adjustable weight and balance tuning: Mix and match up to 27 grams of extra weights for a personalized feel and control
- 10 programmable buttons and on-board memory: Perform single game commands or intricate macros with a simple button click, plus store your settings in the mouse so you can take them with you
- Dual-mode scroll wheel: Instantly switch from click-to-click mode to hyper-fast scrolling
- Dual-mode scroll wheel: Instantly switch from click-to-click mode to hyper-fast scrolling
- On-the-fly adjustable DPI (200-8200): Shift through multiple DPI settings without interrupting game play, Laser precision for Windows PCs: Gaming-grade control for Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Height:44.0 mm or 1.73 inches, Width:76.0 mm or 3.0 inches
- Adjustable weight and balance tuning: Mix and match up to 27 grams of extra weights for a personalized feel and control
- 10 programmable buttons and on-board memory: Perform single game commands or intricate macros with a simple button click, plus store your settings in the mouse so you can take them with you
- Dual-mode scroll wheel: Instantly switch from click-to-click mode to hyper-fast scrolling
- On-the-fly adjustable DPI (200-8200): Shift through multiple DPI settings without interrupting game play
- Laser precision for Windows PCs: Gaming-grade control for Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista
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5. CM Storm Spawn - Gaming Mouse with 3500 DPI Optical Sensor and Omron Micro Switches
- 3500 DPI Optical Sensor
- 800, 1800, and 3500 DPI Presets
- Mouse Settings Storage: Sentinel-X TM 32 KB
- 7 Fully Programmable Buttons
- Right-hand Ergonomic Claw-style
- Ultra Swift Feet
- Gold Plated USB Connector
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6. Zowie gear FK black 5 Buttons 1xWheel USB Wired Optical Competitive gaming mouse
7. CAD Audio USB U1 Dynamic Recording Microphone
- Dynamic microphone element designed for vocals and instruments
- Cardioid pick-up pattern isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise
- Smooth, extended frequency response is excellent for singing, speech and instruments
- Built in pop filter minimizes "P-popping"
- On-Off switch for instant mute
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8. Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury FPS Gaming Mouse
- Responsiveness:USB data format: 16 bits/axis USB report rate: 1000 Hz (1ms) Microprocessor: 32-bit
- Fusion Engine hybrid sensor,8 programmable buttons,On-the-fly DPI Switching,32-bit ARM processor,1 millisecond report,High-speed clicking,Full-speed USB
- 4 on-the-fly DPI settings,Tracking Resolution: 240-4000 dpi Max. acceleration: >16G* Max. speed: >500 ips*
- Glide:Dynamic coefficient of friction -: .09 µ (k)* Static coefficient of friction -: .14 µ (s)*
- Dimension and Weight: Height: 5.4 in (136 mm),Width: 2.8 in (72 mm),Depth: 1.6 in (41 mm) Weight: 5.1 oz (144 grams,mouse plus cable), 3.8 oz (108 grams,mouse without cable),Length Cable: 7 ft. ( 2.1 m)
- World's fastest gaming mouse: Fusion Engine technology and 1MS report rate enables tracking speeds of up to 10 meters/second (420 ips)
- 8 programmable buttons: Customize your gaming experience and save button settings to the onboard memory
- 4 on-the-fly DPI settings: Shift instantly from pixel precise targeting to lightning fast maneuvers (250 to 4000 DPI)
- 32-bit Arm Processor: Powers incredible tracking speeds; allows you to save and playback your macros
- Lightweight, streamlined design: Optimal weight, shape and feel for absolute gaming comfort and fast, furious swipes
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9. Razer Nostromo PC Gaming Keypad
- 16 fully-programmable Hype response gaming buttons are engineered for rapid key actuation and crisp response
- The Razer Nostromo's all-new configuration software is as easy to use, allowing you to conveniently customize all the buttons with any game command or key binding.
- Nostromo Gaming Keypad
- The Razer Nostromo's all-new configuration software is as easy to use, allowing you to conveniently customize all the buttons with any game command or key binding
- Connects to PC with USB 2.0 port
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10. IMAK A10165 Wrist Cushion - Black (D132) (IMAA10165)
- Ergonomic wrist support designed by an orthopedic & hand surgeon for maximum comfort
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11. Mueller Green Fitted Wrist Brace, Black, Left Hand, Small/Medium
Designed for Carpal Tunnel Syndrom and support of weak or injured wrist. Care instructions - Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dryHelps relieve pain and swelling while maintaining ful rane of movemetLatex free. Two support sta...
12. Razer Goliathus Omega Mouse Mat - Precision Control Surface
- Earbuds Headph
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13. Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver
- ROAD-TESTED BY PRO MUSICIANS - The SE215 provides detailed sound with enhanced bass for personal listening or professional monitoring.
- STRIKING FULL-RANGE SOUND from a single, vented balanced armature driver. Hear music the way it was meant to be heard.
- CUSTOMIZED FIT - Includes three sizes (S, M, L) of the flex and black foam sleeves. Experiment with the size and style that creates the best fit for you.
- SOUND ISOLATING TECHNOLOGY - Blocks up to 37 dB of noise to eliminate distractions. Enjoy the most immersive listening experience with a design that keeps earphones in and noise out during exercise or travel.
- SECURE, OVER-THE-EAR DESIGN - Wireform fit ensures earphones stay in place and cables remain out of the way.
- DURABLE REINFORCED CABLE - Allows for easy replacement or customization. Formable wire ensures secure placement, and over-the-ear configuration keeps cables out of the way. Gold plated MMCX Connector has a lock-snap mechanism allowing 360-degree rotation for comfortable fit.
- COMPACT CARRYING CASE - Convenient, tangle-free solution to store and travel with your earphones.
- EASILY CONNECT TO OTHER MMCX CABLE ACCESSORIES - For further customization. Stay connected to any device, no matter where you are.
- LONG LASTING BUILD QUALITY - Engineered for professional wear and tear to ensure a lifetime of use. See what we’re made of.
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX. Includes a free two-year warranty, SE215 PRO Detachable Sound Isolating Earphones, 3.5mm cable, fit kit with a variety of sleeves for the perfect fit, 1/4“ adapter, and a carrying case.
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14. Blue Snowball iCE USB Mic for Recording and Streaming on PC and Mac, Cardioid Condenser Capsule, Adjustable Stand, Plug and Play – White
- Custom condenser capsule: Powered by Blue’s custom condenser capsule, Snowball iCE microphone delivers crystal-clear audio quality that’s light-years ahead of your built-in computer microphone
- Cardioid pickup pattern: Captures your voice with clear, focused sound for streaming, podcasting, broadcasting, Skype calls and Zoom meetings
- Stylish retro design: Record or stream in style with a classic recording equipment design that looks great on your desktop and on camera
- Adjustable desktop stand: Allows you to position the condenser microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality and saving space on your desktop for the optimal broadcast setup
- Skype and Discord certified: Whether conducting interviews over Skype, streaming live gameplay on Twitch, or communicating across the globe, you’ll be heard loud and clear on leading VOIP platforms
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15. Sennheiser HD428 Closed Circumaural Hi-Fi Headphone (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
- Closed back, sealed, around the ear headphone.
- High output neodymium magnets for powerful bass response.
- Rubberized outer shell for long-lasting durability
- Sealed ear cup provides aggressive noise reduction
- 2 Year warranty
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16. Audio-Technica ATR4650 Omnidirectional Condenser Computer Microphone
- Perfect for podcasting & video conferencing
- Hands-free mic plugs into your computer's standard microphone input
- Slim-profile mount for easy attachment to flat-panel monitor
- Integral clothing clip enables use as a lapel microphone
- Omni pickup pattern offers full area coverage on or off axis
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17. Logitech USB Desktop Microphone (Black/Silver)
Advanced digital USBNoise-canceling microphonePower switchAdjustable microphone
18. Acer Aspire V3-771G-9456 17.3" Notebook - Intel Core i7 3632QM (2.20GHz), 6GB Memory, 750GB HDD, DVD Super Multi, 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 640M, Windows 8
- Intel Core i7 3632QM (2.20GHz) ; Windows 8
- 17.3" LED backlight & Acer CineCrystal Technology (1600 x 900); 8X DVD-Super Multi Double-Layer Drive
- 6GB DDR3 Memory; 750GB HDD 5400rpm
- 2GB NVIDIA Geforce GT 640M; 1.3MP HD Webcam
- 2 x USB 2.0; 2 x USB 3.0; 1 x VGA; 1 x HDMI; Bluetooth 4.0+HS
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19. IMAK RSI Smart Glove with Compression Therapy for Wrist Support, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Tendonitis, Hand Fatigue and Other Wrist and Hand Pain Designed by an Orthopedic Surgeon
Use SmartGlove for carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, tendonitis, hand fatigue and other wrist and hand painIncreases comfort and circulationEnsures ergonomically correct wrist positionCushions and protects the underside of the wrist, including the pisiform boneReversible to fit left or right hand
20. Logitech G400 Optical Gaming Mouse 910-002277
- You've got the upper hand with precision targeting and pinpoint accuracy.
- Physical mouse movements translate to the same amount of cursor movement irrespective of speed: <
- Your mouse communicates over USB at a blazing-fast 1000 reports per second-as fast as USB can go, and eight times faster than standard USB mice.
- Control your game and your mouse's performance with no configuration needed.
- These low-friction Polytetrafluoroethylene feet glide effortlessly across almost any surface and practically eliminate friction
- Shift from pixel-precise targeting (400 dpi) to lightning-fast maneuvers (up to 3600 dpi) without ever having to interrupt play.
- You'll appreciate the legendary, battle-tested shape for a natural grip that will keep you in the game longer
- With buttons rated up to 10 million clicks and feet tested to 250 km, this durable mouse will play hard for a long time.
- 0.5% variance compared to 5+% for some other "gaming" sensors.
- Or, you can download our Logitech Gaming software and make it work exactly the way you want it to.
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SENSITIVITY
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Sens is personal preference, and that's just the end of it. Here you have clockwork playing with 20"+/360, and then yz50 with a much higher sens. And they are both in Invite, and have different playstyles.
In the end, NEITHER is objectively better than the other. You can even use 1cm/360 in COUNTER-STRIKE, if you wanted to. Here's the issue...
Higher sens has a steeper learning curve.
It's much different using only your fingers to make the smallest of movements, compared to sliding your whole arm across the mousepad.
As higher sens is... well... more sensitive... there's a much larger chance you can make errors.
BUT.
This can easily be overcome with practice. Though you might spend more time training to be able to headshot soldiers out of the air with a high sens compared to a low sens, it is the same in the end.
I want you to choose a sensitivity that's COMFORTABLE for you. Don't fall into the idea that "lower is objectively better" from CS. I can assure you, it's not.
MICE
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If you haven't already, pick up a nice mouse. Forget "positive acceleration" or "negative acceleration." I know it's a controversial stance, but choose a mouse that is COMFORTABLE, and is accurate based on what you can tell. If you can't tell a G500 has accel, and think it's just as accurate as a Zowie FK, then you can get it! If you aren't comfortable, your performance will go down.
That means no stock mice.
Make sure it won't malfunction if you swing it too fast. I don't mean at 100 miles per hour, but judge it based on the FASTEST turn you would ever do. In order to test this, I'd temporarily use clockwork's sensitivity and try to do a 360. If the mouse malfunctions (tracks oddly or keeps going after you've stopped moving) it's no good.
Laser or optical. Doesn't matter to be completely honest, as long as you're comfortable.
Some pretty good ones:
overengineeredpalm-grip mouse from Logitech. Perfect sensor. Inspired by the fabled MX518. If you hear about issues with the cable, Logitech has excellent customer service and will help you out in a heartbeat. Notable users: enigma, ruwin, PYYOUR, TLR, b4nnyI'm going to say to keep away from Razer mice. Had a couple bad experiences with them. Like when my Deathadder from 3 months ago broke when I was just browsing Reddit... (Piece that contacted with the Omron Switch snapped... in half.)
Choose what works for you.
MOUSE SETTINGS
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Mouse accel. Mouse accel. Unless you're dead set on it, like Swag from Complexity, turn it off. TF2 doesn't have linear acceleration, so the learning curve for it is ridiculous.
Turn it off in both TF2's settings AND Windows (Enhance Pointer Precision)
This will improve your consistently drastically.
Throw on Raw Input to bypass all of the strange calculations Windows puts on mice.
Keep Windows Sens to 6/11, so the computer won't have to "scale" your movements up or down.
"BODYSHOTTING IS FOR LOSERS"
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Go ahead and sit on your scope. If you don't feel confident you can hit the target, aim for center mass, charge the scope up, and fire. Who cares, if that bodyshot gets you a pick on the enemy med?
This also leads up to playing passively. Some snipers DO play this way. Watching chokes. Not being inside them. I'm one of them. This will alleviate tons of stress, and it will really reduce the chance that you can get killed. How's a scout supposed to reach you if you're on Roof on Badwater, and he can't see you?
MOST IMPORTANT THING
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Chill out. Listen to some music. Remember games are meant to have fun, not stress over. If you're having a rough day on Sniper, switch it up! Scout's a good way to practice hitscan without actually playing Sniper. Taunt after every kill. Throw in a huntsman every once in a while.
Once you begin to become great at Sniper, it'll be second nature. And you'll genuinely enjoy the class too.
Oh, and getting accused of hacking. Get to that level, and it's the most hillarious thing in TF2.
Oh.
And...
Practice... A lot. Many good Snipers have hundreds of hours on that class. It will fall into place in time.
And be confident.
>"You miss every shot you don't take."
don't let people tell you what mice has the 'best shape' or 'best grip' without making your own homework: what's YOUR grip like? heard say that the g502 has excellent ergonomics, some people like it, some people don't, zowie FK1 (bigger than fk2) is seemingly good and has a simple design while maintaining strong capacities
In the end it's all about what you are most comfortable with, g502 and 402 have no mouse accel btw, if you're fine with no thumb rest and less buttons, you have no reason to pay more for the g502 and should get the g402 if you want a logitech mouse, goes for around $89 CDN (which is like $65) at CanadaComputers, but you can buy it from amazon at like $60 when not on-sale, right now prime are having an offer for $44 for it http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Hyperion-Gaming-Fusion-910-004069/dp/B00LZVNWIA/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1464498803&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=logitech+g402
but please, please, please, make your homework, look at all the suggested mice and don't buy one on a whim
I like this discussion, I think good stretches and warmups are important to any activity, whether it be yoga, football, or gaming.
On that note, ergonomic positioning and technique is very important to save your limbs over the long haul. Trust me, I got some serious carpal tunnel from my laptop keyboard. To help combat this, I recommend a couple of products to make gaming for comfortable:
Another good practice is to make sure your chair and desk height are high enough to keep your arms level to your input devices.
Products listed are items I currently use, and I am not paid for their endorsement, I have found they were economical and practical for the prices I paid
I assume by "high sensitivity" you mean high inches per 360, low sensitivity.
You should first of all have a gaming mouse and mousepad if you don't already. The higher DPI and more ergonomic mouse design helps immensely. Definitely more important is the mouse pad. Its hard, near impossible to play with a 12-inch/360 if your mousepad is only 4 inches long. I suggest the Razer Goliathus mousepad.
And yes, what you say is correct, when you have a lower sensitivity, you primarily use your wrist and forearm to move your mouse large strokes, and use your fingers to make fine adjustments. This type of aiming style is more efficient simply because you have so much more mouse control. When you're using a ridiculously high sensitivity, like 1inch/360, you can ONLY make large mouse movements. You can't make small adjustments for tracking, you can pretty much only twitch aim. And as a scout, you want to be tracking, and keeping your crosshair on them as long as you can.
I suggest you just try lowering your sensitivity to something like 8 or 10 inches per 360. You will hate it at first and you will play like complete garbage at first, but you will eventually get used to it, I promise you. You just need to practice with it.
In the long run, for hitscan classes, lower sensitivities are better, because they yield more mouse control and allow you to more easily keep your crosshair on a target.
Most people here have already said it, but a nice set of headphones and a clip-on microphone is the way to go. I have a pair of Sennheiser headphones I was able to pick up on sale at Best Buy and a clip-on mic I found at Radio Shack.
Two thoughts on your post:
> I'm in the market for a headset
I highly recommend buying a nice pair of headphones (ATH AD700 are a favorite for gaming) and then a mic like this clip on zalman or the antlion modmic. You almost always get better sound quality (playback and recording) for the money and a wider choice of headphones.
If you get combo phones/mic, you'll be getting a worse setup than getting them individually. Gaming headsets aren't worth the extra price.
When it comes to headphones, you have to consider your purpose. For TF2, you won't want to hear outside noise and you want something you can wear for a while. That usually means cans. I couldn't imagine wearing buds for such a long time, it would irritate the heck out of my ears. I use Denon AH-D1001s myself, and I can't complain. Before I had the money for those though, I rocked Sony MDR-XD200s. They also sounded great, and were even a little looser on my head. And if you don't like them, they come with so much cord you can hang yourself >_<.
For mics, you don't really need much clarity for voice. I used the basic Logitec Desktop Mic for a decade until it blew out, then I replaced it with a Blue Snowball for podcasting. A friend that does TV editing used it professionally for years, and it's a great mic.
So if you're going cheap, you'll be way better with the MDR-XD200 and the Logitech desktop mic than with an $80 headset.
First off, MGE is the most efficient way I know to get better at scout vs scout, you can pub, and play DM, but you are less likely to encounter another scout, and when you most battles are over with very quickly and you don't really learn from it.
If you have a problem with carpal tunnel then I recommend this I use it all of the time, and it seems to have a significant improvment on how my hand feels (my mouse hand).
Next if you want to land more shots you might want to change your mindset, and ONLY fire when you think it will do a significant damage. I know that sounds intuitive, but I notice a significant improvement in shots that I land when I think like this, instead of mindlessly shooting. If it gets frustrating then thats probably when you should stop and take a break.
If there is a significant skill difference move on after the 20 kills are up, and maybe focus and trying to dodge better instead of working on aiming. If you want someone to practice against then steam message me here. And I can just work on dodging, which you can always improve.
Edit: I live in NA btw, not sure I would be much help if you didn't live in NA.
Zalman mics have been recommended forever because they are super cheap and sound great.
right now this is $6 (US) : https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ
New G400 mice are still out there for sale. Two catches:
I got this one and it's great considering I already had awesome headphones.
try backing up for a UGC team http://www.ugcleague.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?180-TF2-6v6-Recruiting
this clip on mic is $6 and is very, very good https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ
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You can actually pick one up for $7 on amazon.