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I was not intending on leaving a review for this product, but it is too god not to share my experience. I have had this for about a month. I have tried many more expensive mousepads from boutique to other prominent speed pads. This is by far the best as long as you can give it a week or two if you are not use to the rough feeling on the skin. You get use to it and that roughness only translates to the skin and not the smoothness of the glide.
This pad is made from cordura and while the weave is small it is large for a mousepad. Mouse mouse pads have smaller weaves. This pad is not a speed pad and not a control pad. It is more of a hybrid. You get good speed and probably the best control I have ever had for a pad this speedy. It is not as fast as a Glide 38 but it is fast with 200% more control than that pad. This pad is a go between for anyone who is use to speed or control.
The build quality is fantastic. I hate sloppy mouse pads or frays on the edges. I go through so many mouse pads due to wear and some pads like the Glide 38 or the MM series from the pirate ship company fray on day 1. Since the pad is a larger more robust weave Fraying or damage to the surface is slower. All mousepads will wear out, but I expect to get a year or two out of this one considering the first month passed with out one change in appearance.
The pad is also cleanable. I wet a microfiber rag with dish soap and water and clean the pad. The pad doesn't absorb water so I can be liberal with the how wet the rag is. I can play right after cleaning without feeling any dampness.
Branding is minimal. just the Cooler master logo shape with no text. I don't like branding and this is a subtle as it gets. Good job Cooler Master.
I have finally found a go to pad, and it is far cheaper than the top tier mousepads I am accustom to. Just remember if you have sensitive skin and feel on your wrist is important to you, this pad may not be for you. If you are like me and all the things above are important to you, this pad will not disappoint. Just give a week for your wrist to grow accustom to the texture.
| Brand | Cooler Master |
|---|---|
| Item model number | MPA-MP510-L |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 2.7 x 2.7 x 15.1 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.7 x 2.7 x 15.1 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Manufacturer | Cooler Master USA, Inc. |
| ASIN | B07D9D819P |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | July 30, 2018 |
