Would appreciate it if anyone has found skate combinations that feel a bit more balanced. I've been using obsidian airs and obsidian air pros and both options feel significantly faster than obsidian airs on the older kin v2.
I have mine finally and boy does it feel so good! I don't see it coming off my desk for awhile! I still enjoy a faster mouse for aim training, but when I'm in game this thing has me absolutely LOCKED in. It really does help you enjoy the game and hit way more shots during crazy situations of panic or increased dopamine.
The design and color isnt my thing. Scarred to see the price in EU. Wonder how the print will hold up over the years being on top of the surface. Still searching for a hard speed pad with good design thats not limited and not costing an arm and a leg
Stellar. I love this pad!!! Also, is it just me or do whatever PTFE skates Hitscan used feel like a match made in heaven with the KIN X? Out of 7 different sets I've tested so far, it just outperforms the rest on this surface in terms of quietness and smoothness.
When I first got the Kiah in, I was blown away. The details and vibrancy are insane. The surface is hella nice too! No stickness and no sleeves needed! The glide also took me by surprise. I was expecting control like the Cerapad but this was a very nice surprise 🔥
@ hmmm I’ll have to double check but there certainly is LESS dynamic friction than the Kin. It glides smoother and further than it ever did with the Kin
I'd appreciate a long term review of this. Both the TJExclusives pads I've tried felt really good but, after a couple months of use, started developing weird slow spots all over, cleaning with a soft sponge and neutral dish soap did not fix the issue, which made it a massive dealbreaker for me, since the biggest positive I thought it would have would be long lifespan with a consistent feel. Thanks for the great review as always tho, Mr. Fresh
@@FreshReviewsYT Again, thank you very much, I know it's a pain in the ass to test product longevity as a reviewer that goes through 100s of new things every year, but I think that would be the most interesting thing to know about these ceramic/glass pads, as it's the biggest drawback of cloth pads.
Hi, there have just been discounts on the HD490 Pro Plus and the HarmonicDyne Zeus Elite, so I’m planning to upgrade my headphones this week or next. I’ve asked you about this a few times before, but maybe things have changed since then. I’m trying to decide which would be better for playing FPS games and also AAA single-player games. My focus shifts - right now, I’m spending more time on AAA games, but in two months, I might spend 90% of my time on FPS games. I want to get the most out of this budget, and I’m unsure which pair to choose. Currently, the HD490 Pro Plus costs around $100 more, but the price difference doesn’t matter to me if they’re the better choice. At the moment, I’m using an iFi Zen DAC v1 with HD 560S headphones. In the future, I’ll probably want to upgrade my amp/DAC as well - maybe to the iFi Zen DAC v3 or something even more powerful. I also enjoy listening to music with good bass, but that’s only about 10% of my use - the majority of my time is spent gaming. Can you recommend which of these two models I should go for, or is there another option you’d suggest over these two that would feel like a clear upgrade from the HD 560S?
Both great tbh. The harmonic dyne Zeus elite though for single player games would probably be a bit more relaxed feeling which could be nice. The 490 is still more analytical. A bit more fun on the elite
@@FreshReviewsYT Thanks a lot once again for the explanation! :D I think I might have to order both pairs because I really can't decide which one would suit me better. I’d like to test them in FPS and AAA games, as well as for listening to music with good bass. Later, I’d return the weaker pair. It also seems that for the HD490, I’d need to order a balanced cable to ensure that my IFI drives them properly and I don’t feel a big difference compared to the Zeuses, which already come with such a cable in the box. This complicates things a bit since not all stores have that cable available. On top of that, the HD490 would end up costing about $150 more. It’s really hard to settle on one of these two models when both are so good! :D Like I mentioned before, my usage will likely shift in about a month-I'll probably spend 90% of my gaming time in FPS and competitive shooters. Then, six months later, I might play more AAA games again, and so on. I also don’t have the budget to keep both pairs, even though I’d love to! :D I’m looking for a sound that’s slightly warmer than the HD560S, and I think you mentioned in your review of the HD490 that it has that quality. On the other hand, maybe the Harmonics have an even more enjoyable sound but with slightly weaker sound positioning. I really can’t decide! :D And I understand it’s hard for you to definitively say, “Go for these, they’ll be better for you,” isn’t it? :D
I’ve been a raiden mid user for the last couple years. I just switched to the sp-004 and I love it but there’s times where I feel like it’s just a little too slippery. Sounds like the kin X would have a little better control but it’s not like way slower right?
Amazing vid as always. I like iems and headphones equally. That being said, if it were you, would you go with 490pro or tea pro/areta if you’re looking for most enjoyable experience for 80% gaming 20% music?
@@BeastlyGW I like both a lot for different reasons. The beast feels more like a glass pad. A very fast glass pad and one that slaps. Two different feels and I’m definitely going to be using both
@@FreshReviewsYT Thank you for the reply and the insightful reviews. I have the polarity and the padsmith empress as well as have used the skypad 3. Would you say this pad is slower than the empress?
I discuss it in the video. Proprietary coating with a different feel to the touch. Image on top of the pad and not on the bottom of the glass. Depending on the skates, slightly slower.
Yo fresh, everyone is saying this is faster than the old kins. How does this feel compared to the original Cerapad? Keeping in mind that some skates make that pad really slow, and others pretty quick. Is it closer to the kin or the original ?
It’s definitely faster than the kin. But you can definitely get it pretty close with some skates. For instance the pulsar dot skates feel quite a bit slower and more controlled.
@@FreshReviewsYT I thought this was advertised as having more dynamic friction than the kin and about the same static friction? I had hoped it would be the same speed or even slower.
The speed on this pad is pretty skate dependent. I did most of my testing on obsidian air pro dots.
Would appreciate it if anyone has found skate combinations that feel a bit more balanced. I've been using obsidian airs and obsidian air pros and both options feel significantly faster than obsidian airs on the older kin v2.
Its good to see a female design used in an actual artistic way and not just creepy waifu stuff xD
Right ?
So true
The artwork is insane on this pad
Seriously. Very artistic
Very proud of TJX, always quality unique work and usa made 👌
Merica!!!!
I have mine finally and boy does it feel so good! I don't see it coming off my desk for awhile! I still enjoy a faster mouse for aim training, but when I'm in game this thing has me absolutely LOCKED in. It really does help you enjoy the game and hit way more shots during crazy situations of panic or increased dopamine.
Yea man!
The design and color isnt my thing. Scarred to see the price in EU. Wonder how the print will hold up over the years being on top of the surface. Still searching for a hard speed pad with good design thats not limited and not costing an arm and a leg
I am so excited for this release and the artwork actually looks classy
Yea!
Stellar. I love this pad!!! Also, is it just me or do whatever PTFE skates Hitscan used feel like a match made in heaven with the KIN X? Out of 7 different sets I've tested so far, it just outperforms the rest on this surface in terms of quietness and smoothness.
Using the smaller corner skates by the way, not full size.
You have this pad?
@@richboii6597 Yes, I have the KIAH design.
When I first got the Kiah in, I was blown away. The details and vibrancy are insane. The surface is hella nice too! No stickness and no sleeves needed! The glide also took me by surprise. I was expecting control like the Cerapad but this was a very nice surprise 🔥
Didn't they say it has more dynamic friction than the Kin? It's definitely a control pad if that's the case (at least in the glass pad realm 😅)
@ hmmm I’ll have to double check but there certainly is LESS dynamic friction than the Kin. It glides smoother and further than it ever did with the Kin
@@Averithhthat's my observation as well. A much improved smoother and faster experience than the KIN.
Sick, first time i wanna go back to a glass pad :D
The fact that they offer full custom artwork is insane, I'll definetly pick one up with a picture of my dog or something
Dude. I can’t wait to do that
What a great idea !
that combo goes hard
What is the best IEM and amp/dac for Valorant in your opinion 🤩
compared to the kin v2 how does it compare better or no?
Yea I like the X more
I'd appreciate a long term review of this. Both the TJExclusives pads I've tried felt really good but, after a couple months of use, started developing weird slow spots all over, cleaning with a soft sponge and neutral dish soap did not fix the issue, which made it a massive dealbreaker for me, since the biggest positive I thought it would have would be long lifespan with a consistent feel.
Thanks for the great review as always tho, Mr. Fresh
Interesting. And good point. Will update
@@FreshReviewsYT Again, thank you very much, I know it's a pain in the ass to test product longevity as a reviewer that goes through 100s of new things every year, but I think that would be the most interesting thing to know about these ceramic/glass pads, as it's the biggest drawback of cloth pads.
What is the best IEM for Valorant in your opinion 😁
Right now the tea pro is a solid option
Having a custom glass pad is insane, especially for us dads.
Yea!
sounds great but after playing on superglide v2 i cant imagine playing on anything with more than 2mm thickness
that thickness is super dope
can you compare this against glsswrks akari or kazemi?
Any updates on this? I’ve seen some reviews where this pad ruins skates and I’m torn on getting it
I mean I don’t have any issues with my skates on it that I’ve been able to tell. What skates were they using in the review ?
And were they intentionally trying to ruin their skates? Lol. I’ve never felt ptfe rub off my skates on to the pad in use.
Take note glsswrks on nice looking art; the hana looks like AI Slop compared to the KIN X
Hi, there have just been discounts on the HD490 Pro Plus and the HarmonicDyne Zeus Elite, so I’m planning to upgrade my headphones this week or next. I’ve asked you about this a few times before, but maybe things have changed since then. I’m trying to decide which would be better for playing FPS games and also AAA single-player games. My focus shifts - right now, I’m spending more time on AAA games, but in two months, I might spend 90% of my time on FPS games.
I want to get the most out of this budget, and I’m unsure which pair to choose. Currently, the HD490 Pro Plus costs around $100 more, but the price difference doesn’t matter to me if they’re the better choice. At the moment, I’m using an iFi Zen DAC v1 with HD 560S headphones. In the future, I’ll probably want to upgrade my amp/DAC as well - maybe to the iFi Zen DAC v3 or something even more powerful.
I also enjoy listening to music with good bass, but that’s only about 10% of my use - the majority of my time is spent gaming. Can you recommend which of these two models I should go for, or is there another option you’d suggest over these two that would feel like a clear upgrade from the HD 560S?
Both great tbh. The harmonic dyne Zeus elite though for single player games would probably be a bit more relaxed feeling which could be nice. The 490 is still more analytical. A bit more fun on the elite
@@FreshReviewsYT Thanks a lot once again for the explanation! :D I think I might have to order both pairs because I really can't decide which one would suit me better. I’d like to test them in FPS and AAA games, as well as for listening to music with good bass. Later, I’d return the weaker pair.
It also seems that for the HD490, I’d need to order a balanced cable to ensure that my IFI drives them properly and I don’t feel a big difference compared to the Zeuses, which already come with such a cable in the box. This complicates things a bit since not all stores have that cable available. On top of that, the HD490 would end up costing about $150 more.
It’s really hard to settle on one of these two models when both are so good! :D Like I mentioned before, my usage will likely shift in about a month-I'll probably spend 90% of my gaming time in FPS and competitive shooters. Then, six months later, I might play more AAA games again, and so on. I also don’t have the budget to keep both pairs, even though I’d love to! :D
I’m looking for a sound that’s slightly warmer than the HD560S, and I think you mentioned in your review of the HD490 that it has that quality. On the other hand, maybe the Harmonics have an even more enjoyable sound but with slightly weaker sound positioning. I really can’t decide! :D
And I understand it’s hard for you to definitively say, “Go for these, they’ll be better for you,” isn’t it? :D
Might have to give them a try again cerapad was to slow for me but this looks promising
it looks gorgeous
❤
I’ve been a raiden mid user for the last couple years. I just switched to the sp-004 and I love it but there’s times where I feel like it’s just a little too slippery. Sounds like the kin X would have a little better control but it’s not like way slower right?
Using obsidian pro dots btw on a FM large.
With obsidian pros you should be ok
how is the box/packaging? i know the cerapad kin’s packaging was not as good as other glass solutions
It was good. It came in cardboard packaging with foam protectors on each corner of the pad and the pad was wrapped in a protective wrapper as well
You think this will be a good pickup for someone wanting to try and get into hard pads?
I think so yea
so it feels open and unrestrictive buut the overall speed is on the slower end? Sounds like a great surface
Yea essentially. The speed was also fairly different with different skates as well. But overall it didn’t feel restrictive at all
That by you feature is gonna be big for me, jeez.
Yea for sure
Thanks for saying the stuff in the beginning. I'm so tired of clones and people hyping them up.
i know it hasnt been long, but how does this hold up? might grab one of the designs
So far no issues on mine
Thanks, what budget dac you recommend for PlayStation I have the Arête
Maybe the gunnr
I know the cera pad is more controlled focused for a glass pad? Is this the same or is it more towards speed
It feels speedier than the original kin imo
Amazing vid as always.
I like iems and headphones equally. That being said, if it were you, would you go with 490pro or tea pro/areta if you’re looking for most enjoyable experience for 80% gaming 20% music?
Probably the tea pro if you want it all and have the budget. Comfort of IEMs for me is better than headphones
Nice review! I have a preorder for the beast and was wondering how you would compare that to the kin x. Which do you prefer?
@@BeastlyGW I like both a lot for different reasons. The beast feels more like a glass pad. A very fast glass pad and one that slaps. Two different feels and I’m definitely going to be using both
@@FreshReviewsYT Thank you for the reply and the insightful reviews. I have the polarity and the padsmith empress as well as have used the skypad 3. Would you say this pad is slower than the empress?
Great review as always 🔥
Thank you again
how does itt compare to the beast by tekkusai?
I discuss it in the video. Proprietary coating with a different feel to the touch. Image on top of the pad and not on the bottom of the glass. Depending on the skates, slightly slower.
Yo fresh, everyone is saying this is faster than the old kins. How does this feel compared to the original Cerapad? Keeping in mind that some skates make that pad really slow, and others pretty quick. Is it closer to the kin or the original ?
It’s definitely faster than the kin. But you can definitely get it pretty close with some skates. For instance the pulsar dot skates feel quite a bit slower and more controlled.
I hope it’s more similar to the original cerapad. Must be quite a bit faster if you’re willing to use slow skates like that on it
@@FreshReviewsYT I thought this was advertised as having more dynamic friction than the kin and about the same static friction? I had hoped it would be the same speed or even slower.
@@JermVVarfare I’m sure it can be with whatever skates they used to test
Where do you get your live wallpapers from?
Wallpaper engine on steam!
what's that grey mouse? looks kinda nice
Noah from finemax
appreciate that
my wallet is crying on November :(
is this better than the wallhack sp-004?
Right now my top picks for hard pads are this and the beast
but where do i buy this
If i send them a pic of the kazemi to print out for me i hope they know its nothing personal lmao
😂
I wonder if I can do some dbz type stuff without getting in trouble
Woof for the cute art...nice review Freshy!
Is it a limited drop?
@@P4sta. not that I know of
What is that keyboard?
Am rgb 65 from angry Miao
what is that monitor?
ASUS 480 1440p oled
@@FreshReviewsYT the PG27AQDP right? how do you like it compared to the AW2725DF?
👀👀
what are the dimensions?
@@creamoncrack7088 it will
Come in six sizes that I listed
@@FreshReviewsYT you listed? did i miss it or am i just deaf can you give me a timestamp please?
@@FreshReviewsYT Nvm it was just subtle i missed it when it shoed up on screen lol
:)
Aaaayyyy !!!
This shit bout to be sold out, really want to try one of these pads out but they are never up