Razer - Taipan Expert Gaming Mouse - Black/Silver/Green

Great mouse for casual gaming and normal desktop and internet use. Smooth operation making it easy to control the mouse. The setup was really easy just plug and play. The mouse has side buttons on the thumb side which are easy to reach, only two buttons but this is not advertised as an MMORPG mouse. The setup is the same on the other side of the mouse in case you want to use your left hand. I am left handed however I use the mouse in my right hand. The length is not bad it is somewhat narrow though. I am six foot three inches with large hands so I actually went into the store to try this mouse out first because I have purchased products in the past that ended up being really just too small for my hands. Over all good mouse has plenty of options for the gamer great for FPS games adjustable DPi is easy to use. I can recommend this mouse.

So I just got my Razer Taipan mouse specifically for gaming. I was using a Logitech G100 before & wow what a difference between the 2! The Taipan feels much better in my hand (I'm a fingertip gripper), has a much higher level of DPI, & 5 more programmable buttons. The weight of this mouse feels just right for me, & most importantly it is very responsive. Huge improvement from an optical mouse! It definitely has improved my gaming experience with games that only allow KB/M controls. The 4 side buttons (2 on either side) help tremendously with games that have a high number of inputs. Also lessens the burden on my KB hand in such games which is huge for me since I have carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands. All in all I think this a great gaming mouse that most people will find very comfortable to use for long gaming sessions. The size of the mouse seems like it would suit smaller & larger hands just fine. It's not huge like some gaming mice but is not a small mouse either. I will say that this mouse is more geared toward use with FPS, Action/Adventure, & RTS games. If you are looking for a mouse to use for MMOs you would be better suited with a Razer Naga or other model with many side buttons. Now that I have had some time to use the mouse I am definitely glad I just bit the bullet & got this mouse. I was considering some cheaper alternatives. The quality & performance of this mouse lets me know I made the right decision. All the buttons & scroll wheel feel very solid, the body of the mouse feels well put together & solid, & the cord has a braided fabric sheathing with a gold plated USB connector. You can actually feel the quality compared to other budget gaming mice! All in all this a great gaming mouse for moderate to hardcore gamers who put their peripherals through the paces. It will last much longer than any budget gaming mouse out there. I know many people who swear by Razer products & have been using the same Razer mouse or KB for years. They simply make great products that stand up to the abuse heavy gaming sessions put on KBs & mice. If you're looking for a quality gaming mouse & willing to spend the money for one I recommend a Razer mouse that suits your gaming needs.

Bought this mouse because I don't need 50 buttons for the games I play This mouse is perfect for Games such as World Of Warcraft Starcraft 1,2 COD All Starwars The Old Republic and I am sure many others! And is normal enough to use as every day use with great precision and accuracy! Great mouse for the price!

I'm a leftie though I mouse with my right hand with ease... The Taipan feels good to me either way. Though I usually prefer a heavier mouse this one is a bit on the light side and feels some what hollow... Still, I enjoy how it performs. The dual laser technology is good compared to other Razer mice I noticed less acceleration when zeroing in on a target and the light construction was also helpful in achieving precise movements and accuracy. I did however find myself clicking the side buttons by accident periodically, but I'm grateful to have a mouse that caters to left handed users.

Since I broke my right arm (above the wrist) some years ago, I have limited its use for everyday tasks. I became ambidextrous. I do, however, have to use my right hand for gaming purposes (because it has faster reflexes and greater dexterity). The Taipan is everything I need it to be. I surf with my left, and LoL it up with my right. In combination with my rocketfish speed pad, which I also bought from Best Buy, I maintain super speed and control. I love Razer products! In fact, my husband has the Mamba which is equally as good. Definitely worth the money!

This product is a very good product. While many people out there may say that ambidextrous mice feel bad and weird, I think they are WRONG. I used to have a Razer Mamba that was ergonomic for right handers and I didn't like it that much. This mouse suits my hands great and feels very natural, and I'm a palm gripper guy (just for reference). There are two lightings zones, the first one is the Razer logo on the palm resting area that turn off when you put your hand over it (neat), and the second one is the scroll wheel. Don't worry about the buttons, the buttons are very clicky and feel good when making fast clicks in games and other applications. The side buttons just take an itty bitty tiny more force to click, but I can see that's for a reason. Razer synapse 2.0 is great and lets you change the mouse sensitivity quickly, and it updates the settings almost instantly so don't worry about your settings not getting to the mice. The mouse has a surface that is sorta like sandpaper, but doesn't actually scrape your hand (that would hurt), but it's comfortable and great because there won't be any fingerprints and it helps you keep your grip. And speaking of grip, both the left and right sides of of the mouse gaps have a good amount of rubber grip that helps you keep your thumb, ring, and pinky gripping on the mouse for good control. Sensor's great, goes very high, up to 8200 DPI, which most people won't use unless they got like 3 monitors or something big. If you got a big setup and is afraid your cord may not be long enough, this mouse has a pretty decent length cord so don't worry too much about that unless you're planning on playing across a living room. The only thing I don't like about this mouse is that the side buttons on the opposite side of my hand (pinky area) kind of get annoying just because they get in the way of the rubber grip on the side, and I have to disable them to prevent making false commands. But I got over that in about an hour. Overall, great mouse, I've had no errors so far and I plan on keeping this mouse for a long time, one of the best mice Razer has made.

Great item. It has a a very long braided cord that allows it to be used anywhere without needing to worry about the cord snagging or falling short. It's a medium weight and tracks well. It has a few extra buttons that aren't in places that encourage accidental pressing. The extra buttons also offer no extra inconvenience or discomfort. There are probably equivalent mice out there for a bit cheaper, but you have the Razer logo here and are probably dropping a little extra for the name, dependability, and customer service. Worth the buy if you're into gaming.

I had a first generation Razer Copperhead and had it for years. Needless to say, the Copperhead hasn't been made in over 3 years and I needed a viable replacement with the same button placement and comfortable feel. The Taipan fit the bill perfectly. It's extremely comfortable to use for hours of gaming. The programmable buttons on both sides are my absolute favorite. The only complaints I have are the price tag and not getting to choose another highlight color. Minor things, given the quality of everything else this mouse has going for it.