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Razer Tartarus V2 Gaming Keypad Mecha-Membrane Key Switches – One Handed Keyboard – 32 Programmable Keys – Customizable Chroma RGB Lighting – Programmable Macros – Classic Black
$141.98
About this item HIGH-PERFORMANCE MECHA-MEMBRANE SWITCHES — Provides the tactile feedback of mechanical key press on a comfortable, soft-cushioned, membrane, rubber dome switch suitable for gaming 32 MECHA-MEMBRANE KEYS FOR MORE HOTKEYS AND ACTIONS — Perfect for gaming or integrating into creative workflows with fully programmable keys THUMBPAD FOR IMPROVED MOVEMENT CONTROLS — The 8-way directional thumbpad allows for more natural controls for console-oriented players and a more ergonomic experience FULLY PROGRAMMABLE MACROS — Razer Hypershift allows for all keys and keypress combinations to be remapped to execute complex commands ULTIMATE PERSONALIZATION & GAMING IMMERSION WITH RAZER CHROMA — Fully syncs with popular games, Razer hardware, Philips Hue, and gear from 30+ partners; supports 16.8 million colors on individually backlit keys #1 SELLING PC GAMING PERIPHERALS BRAND IN THE U.S. — Source — Circana, Retail Tracking Service, U.S., Dollar Sales, Gaming Designed Mice, Keyboards, and PC Headsets, Jan. 2019- Dec. 2023 combined
| Brand | Razer |
|---|---|
| Series | Tartarus V2 |
| Item model number | RZ07-02270100-R3U1 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Item Weight | 12.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 2.36 x 7.98 x 6.02 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.36 x 7.98 x 6.02 inches |
| Color | Classic Black |
| Number of Processors | 4 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Manufacturer | Razer Inc. |
| ASIN | B07754PYFK |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | November 3, 2017 |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #350 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #5 in PC Gamepads & Standard Controllers |
KCKC –
While I do a fair bit of gaming (mostly action & FPS games likes Rainbow Six: Siege, Hunt: Showdown, Outriders, etc.), when I discovered this product it was the last thing on my mind. That said, if you’re reading this review to get my feedback on its usefulness and responsiveness in games – this review will have zero pertinent information for you. If, like me, you were looking at this as a potential editing console/controller – this review is for you.I am a professional graphic designer and digital illustrator who regularly uses Adobe’s Creative Cloud suite. In particular, I use Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Xd daily. For some of these programs I tend to use a Wacom Intuos Pro medium in place of a mouse and, of course, a keyboard. This is the main reason I purchased this device. While I’m perfectly at home with a mouse and keyboard, I can attest to and must admit that having the Razer Tartarus Pro has sped up my workflow EXPONENTIALLY.As some of you reading this may know, using a graphic tablet is great for countless applications but personally when I’m using a tablet for something other than digital painting, using the express keys makes it awkward to operate one-handed and flipping back and forth between having both hands on the tablet (1 on the express keys, 1 on the pen) or having one hand on the keyboard and the other on the pen. As you might imagine this can actually slow your process down somewhat significantly. Especially when you consider that the keyboard shortcuts that you use frequently can be between 3-4 simultaneous keystrokes which adds to the uncomfortable nature of switching.For this reason, some people start to look at editing consoles/controllers to help with this. The main two I personally had been considering were the Tour Box ($169 MSRP at time of review) and one of the Loupedeck devices ($250-500). While both were fine products, I heard this mentioned in passing and decided to investigate. I was a bit surprised because I’ve pretty much always used Logitech products, I knew nothing about Razer’s catalog except that they were popular with people who take gaming much more seriously than I do and that’s about it. At a MSRP of $129 I had to at least try it. When it suddenly went on sale from $129 to $79, I pulled the trigger. This has been my experience so far:The short: I wholeheartedly recommend this device if you are looking to use it the way I am. I cannot speak to this device’s use in games because I haven’t used it for that, I wasn’t planning on it and frankly, the other thousands of reviews have that aspect covered pretty thoroughly.The long: I chose the Pro over the V2 for a few reasons I think you’ll find important. The main advantages the Pro has over the V2 are that it has optical switches, the keys are dual-action and the keys actuation is adjustable. If you’re used to mechanical keyboards, the key “feel” may mess with you at first but unless you’re a particularly heavy-handed typer I don’t foresee any adjustment issues. The keys on the Pro are a little on the heavy side but because of the nature of the dual-action keys, they kind of have to be. While you can set the actuation (ostensibly how hard you press before the unit recognizes that it’s been pressed far enough to trigger the secondary action) to your preference, it will take some light adjusting. The primary function triggered by the initial keypress can be extremely light and the secondary action is generally triggered around half way to “bottoming out” (key being pressed in all the way). It’s also important to know that regardless of what you have assigned to the primary and secondary actions to any given key, the primary action will always be triggered first and there is no way to bypass the primary function. While that may sound limiting, it just means you have to be thoughtful about what you assign. I’ll talk about this more later.The beauty of the dual-action keys for design software is that you can just set all of your most-used functions to single key presses as there is no string limit per key. That said, as I mentioned, the way you stack keys matters. For instance, if you wanted to set up a key to “Save” on primary and “Save-As” on secondary – it’s still gonna overwrite your file because it has to “Save” before it can get to “Save As”. A better way of grouping similar commands would be to set “Copy” as primary and “Cut” as secondary so that it doesn’t matter that you only need to cut as copying won’t prevent you from cutting immediately after. And it’s not just the keys – you can even program the scroll wheel and D-pad. Might sound useless to a mouse user, but being able to immediately switch between scrolling and zooming on that wheel without having to move your hand – it’s just one of those little things that, in tandem with the rest of your efficiency binding, make this thing fast and fun to use. You also have them ability to designate a key as a “Hypershift” key in Razer’s Synapse software (more in that in a sec) wherein instead of tweaking the actuation to your liking to make use of the dual-action keys, you can sacrifice a key to be the modifier instead of using the “pressure” settings. Feels a bit silly to sacrifice a key for that reason to me but it’s a reasonable alternative for the more heavy-handed among us.Razer’s Synapse 3 software (needed to program your keys and lighting) is not the most immediately intuitive, but once you get the hang of it – it becomes fairly easy to use. From Synapse, you can create profiles for your respective games/applications with their own independent layout and lighting options. You can adjust the key actuation, macros, brightness and for all your RGB lighting needs, Razer’s Chroma suite has you covered. You can even sync your other Razer devices or have the lighting effect(s) (Yes, you can even layer lighting schemes and effects) or incorporate multiple Razer devices into a single continuous effect.This is one of the other reasons I opted for the Pro over the V2. I tend to work in little to no light, so the per-key RGB lighting (Yes, even the scroll wheel) is much better than the V2 in that there is no light bleed on the Pro. Depending on the environment, the light bleed on the V2 is pretty egregious by comparison. On the Tartarus Pro, I’ve never been confused as to which key I’m about to hit and while that may sound like a minor issue for a difference of $50, like any other piece of equipment, there’s gonna be a learning curve. That learning curve can be shortened drastically if you start out by color-coding keys which is a huge help until muscle memory develops. Some have complained that the unit has no onboard memory and while this is true, Synapse has cloud storage for settings, so unless you intend to take this device with you everywhere and need to use it in 100 different machines…I’d argue that’s a bit of a moot point. I know everyone’s needs are different, but realistically I see most people using it on their main workstation and maybe a laptop…even if I still worked at an agency on-site, I’d be hesitant to request IT clear Synapse for my work machine but maybe we’re different.The last thing to touch on are the ergonomics. I have large, but not huge hands and I find (for my purposes) that reaching all the keys is comfortable and intuitive (even when you start building speed – and you will). If you have larger hands, the palm/wrist rest is adjustable but if you have smaller hands, I could see this being less wieldy although not uncomfortable. If you have average to large hands I think you’ll be at home. The palm base/ wrist rest is lightly padded but not so much so that you notice it which is great because I’ve dealt with a myriad of “comfort” features that only served to irk during extended periods of use. Thankfully, in the case of the Razer Tartarus Pro, I can use it for HOURS without any discomfort whatsoever. There’s something extremely cathartic about being able to work without moving your hands unnecessarily. It’s a huge help if you deal with strain from carpal tunnel or tendonitis especially.Whether you’re a mouse, tablet (or both) user, I think everyone considering this to speed up their design workflow should at least try it. Do some experimentation with your binds both in physical placement and how you “stack” commands and group your keys colors by tool/function and I’m willing to bet it won’t take long before you start wondering how you were getting by without it.
CustomerCustomer –
I have small hands, 6.5 inches from palm to middle finger tip and ring sizes 4.5-6. I’m able to use this but I did need to shift my hand position to the right so I could use the thumb buttons. I swaped the directional keys to correspond and added some textured gaming keycap stickers to help me learn the new keybinds. I am able to use all of the buttons easily except the top row which requires a little stretch to reach but that’s fine with me, I just make those the seldom used keybinds. I needed more pinky modifier buttons as well as thumb accessible modifier buttons (the D-pad is perfect for that). I use this for gaming along with a G600 mouse, it works wonderfully and solved the problem I was having with needing more modifiers and being able to hit binds faster/more reliably. You can record double modifiers with this such as Alt+Shift, I needed that feature specifically. It looks amazing matching my mercury huntsman mini and I love having a separate keypad for gaming rather than using my keyboard. It allows me to have crazy re-mapped keybinds without losing the ability to type normally. I use W A,S D,Q, and E; all the rest of the keys are re-mapped to numpad or modifiers. The space bar key (20) is a bit low and the distance makes it unreliable for me to use quickly so its in the seldom used keybind category. I re-mapped the circular button above the D-pad to map, the D-pad is space bar and 3 modifiers. The little D-pad thumbstick attachment is really great, too!<>– 6 month update-I absolutely love this thing. I’ve adjusted to using it all the time for gaming and it is so incredibly comfortable. The wrist rest is my favorite part in regards to comfort and the hand positioning in general is relaxing, the shorter keycaps help with this. I found some better gripy texture tape for my most used keys. The joy stick for the D-pad has become pivitol for my gameplay. I love this thing so much that I got a second one for couch gaming. Synapse 3 doesn’t support 2 of the same device running at once so I had to get a USB splitter. I purchased both devices “Used like new” and they have been wonderful. Both arrived in perfect condition with no blemishes or malfunction.- 6 mo th update on the second I purchased in “Like New” Condition. One of the keys broke out of nowhere while I was using it. The device had not been damaged while in my care. Razer does not sell replacement keys for this item and refuses to provide them. Keys are not covered in the warranty, so if they break you are out of luck. However, I was able to find these keys on Amazon that replace the low profile Taryarus keys perfectly -lamd they are very affordable -X-keys Keycap Cherry MX Compatible
thok –
Like many older games who purchased this device, I used to have a Logitech G13 Gameboard that I miss dearly. I used the heck out of it since 2012, and ten years later it finally broke. Logitech not only discontinued it, but they didn’t replace it as of this writing. Want to find a new one in box? Get ready to shell out: https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GESo I read the reviews, and since there were not a lot of options, pulled the trigger on this one. I only have some minor gripes.Razer Chroma SoftwareThe Razer software that you have to install can be a little touchy. When I first installed it, it had some annoying notifications, but luckily these can be silenced. Since then I have had no more popups.The only issue now is one out of a hundred times, it just doesn’t start up with my MSI Gaming laptop. So I am already in game and this Razer game board is glowing a billion colors…but the program didn’t start up so the game board is in default mode. As you might imagine, this thing is meant to be customized…most will not want to use it with the default keys.Razer TartarusSo yeah, worth the money and works as advertised. It has withstood some bumps and bruises as is common in gaming, and is none the worse for the wear. The construction is really solid, and I appreciated that you can change the position of the palm pad for bigger hands (this is a MUST). My main issue here is that I kind of which the pad could be made for even bigger hands. I have normal man hands (I have difficulty playing with the Nintendo Switch in handheld mode…my hands are killing me after 15-20 mins) So, surely there are many gamers with bigger hands than I. I imagine those people would be a bit uncomfortable with this thing. Razer, are you listening?If you pick one of these up, you will not be disappointed. If you are coming from the Logitech G13, the Razer has fewer buttons, is physically smaller, and seems to be made for smaller hands. But you don’t have a lot of choices in the world of game boards.Happy Shopping!
BH –
The Tartarus Pro is nearly perfect for what it is: A versatile, ergonomic keypad designed for gaming. The keypad is highly customizable and the resting state of the hand feels very natural. I especially love the placement of the spacebar key and have found the directional pad to be a lot more useful than I ever thought it would be. I have never used it as a directional pad or joystick, but do use it as a quick-flick hotkey in a variety of games and have found it to be very handy due to its responsiveness.The keys respond to the lightest of touches which can be good and bad. You will eventually get used to that, but it is a bit surprising at first just how responsive the keys are and I ultimately see it as a good thing. What I would change about the keys is how the dual-purpose of the keys works. As you’ve probably read if you’re looking at reviews, the keys can be setup to have 2 functions depending on how far you press the key. Good luck ever mastering this in a way that would be practical. This feature would have been much better implemented if the dual-functionality triggered when the key bottoms out. Or have both the current option and a bottom-out option, perhaps? Not sure what the answer is, I just know that currently, it is fairly impractical to use effectively given the current parameters. The only other issue is with the mousewheel that they’ve opted to include. Maybe I’ll find a use for it at some point but it’s gone unused for the time being as it isn’t in the most convenient of spots. As of right now, I’d rather it be replaced with another key, personally.The ergonomic design of this thing feels great for my hand. I actually wish that the tilt-angle was a bit steeper, honestly. It is great currently, but an even steeper angle would get the arm to rest at an even more neutral position.Setting up new profiles is very quick and easy and you are given just about every option you could hope for in customizing the keys.There is a slight learning curve but you’ll feel 90% at home right out of the gate, needing to just feel out the nuanced differences between the layout of the Tartarus vs a traditional keyboard.
lawlerscooty –
i had to exchange this twice to get a fully functioning one. i would not personally chalk this up to poor quality, i seriously just have the worst luck. the switches feel great and the ability to create macros and set up a secondary set of keybinds using what they call a “hyper” key is incredible. with this keypad you can access just about every key on your keyboard with just your left hand, your thumb being the switch to access the secondary layer of binds.it took me a long time to get used to but now that i have it down it’s amazing. might even get the version with the better switches.
Ask The Gnome –
Calling all gamers! Get ready to level up your gameplay with the incredible Razer Tartarus Pro Gaming Keypad. Designed to enhance your gaming prowess, this beast of a keypad boasts analog-optical key switches, customizable RGB lighting, and a plethora of programmable keys. In this review, we’ll explore the gaming-centric features of the Tartarus Pro, helping you dominate the virtual battlefield like a true gaming pro.Unleash Unprecedented Precision:The Razer Tartarus Pro introduces a game-changing innovation: analog-optical key switches. Imagine having the finesse of an analog joystick right at your fingertips. These switches register varying levels of pressure, offering unrivaled control and precision. With this cutting-edge technology, your movements will be more fluid, your aim dead-on, and your gameplay next-level. Prepare to leave your opponents in the dust!32 Keys of Pure Customization:Say goodbye to limitations and hello to limitless possibilities. The Tartarus Pro comes equipped with a whopping 32 fully programmable keys, begging to be customized to suit your gaming needs. Assign macros, execute complex commands, and create shortcuts to optimize your gameplay. With this level of customization, you’ll have the upper hand in any gaming situation, whether you’re exploring vast fantasy realms or battling it out in intense multiplayer arenas.Ergonomic Excellence:The Tartarus Pro not only delivers in performance but also in comfort. Its ergonomic design ensures that even the longest gaming sessions won’t take a toll on your wrists. Every key is within easy reach, allowing for lightning-fast reactions. And let’s not forget the 8-way directional thumbpad, designed for console-style movement control. It’s time to bid farewell to discomfort and embrace the ergonomic bliss of the Tartarus Pro.Create Your Gaming Aesthetic:Who says gaming can’t be stylish? With the customizable Chroma RGB lighting, the Tartarus Pro lets you create a visual spectacle that matches your gaming personality. With support for 16.8 million colors and individually backlit keys, your setup will be a mesmerizing display of light and color. Immerse yourself in a vibrant gaming environment that syncs with your favorite games, Razer peripherals, and even Philips Hue lighting. Prepare to game in style!Unleash the Full Potential with Razer Hypershift:Take your gaming to the next level with Razer Hypershift. This game-changing feature allows you to remap all keys and keypress combinations, opening up a world of advanced functionality. Execute lightning-fast combos, create intricate commands, and adapt to any gaming scenario with ease. The Tartarus Pro empowers you to be the master of your game, giving you the ultimate control and flexibility.Conclusion:The Razer Tartarus Pro Gaming Keypad is a true game-changer, designed to enhance your gaming experience and elevate your skills. With its analog-optical key switches, customizable RGB lighting, ergonomic design, and fully programmable keys, this gaming keypad is the ultimate weapon in your gaming arsenal. Dominate the virtual battlefield, unleash your gaming potential, and immerse yourself in a world of precision and customization. Gear up with the Razer Tartarus Pro and leave your mark as a true gaming legend. Get ready to level up!
Javier P –
Previously I used the V1 of the Tartarus for four years and thought I needed a new one due to having some issues with some things on it and was ready to move on. Trying another one-handed keyboard but man the economics on that keyboard had a left desire. So I decided to get this keyboard, and boy can I say its an upgrade well worth the money. I love everything about it, it fixes all the issues I had with the V1 and the economic design has improved making it a must for those who like these types of keyboards. The switches are amazing, the software is better, and the joystick on the side is much easier to use. the Space is now a key making strokes accurate, the alt key is a key now rather than that loose button making it much more accurate. I will say though that I wish it had a bit more adjustable with the palm like in the V1 but it’s not a big issue for me. I will say the scroll will for the V keys, is weird, idk maybe someone found a use for it, I haven’t really, but hey, maybe one day….. Anyway love this keyboard is absolutely worth the price!
Yur Boy –
Really like this thing, razers software can be annoying but it’s better than icue and ghub at least, though that’s saying far less than nothing lmao.!!! Very important thing to note though, the tartarus registers as an xbox 360 controller, which 99% of the time doesn’t matter, but had I known this sooner it would have saved me some headaches. For example had a lot of trouble trying to play a game on steam play together because there was seemingly a phantom controller occupying the player 1 slot, so I couldn’t do anything with my actual controller, which after a lot off struggle is where I learned it was because the tartarus is registered as a 360 controller. Also sometimes a game will be stuck showing or switching between pc and controller button prompts/inputs, which is also due to this registering as a controller. Provided you have a decent keyboard (I didn’t for a long time lol), you can just unplug the tartarus and use the keyboard for the rare occasion this poses an issue.Otherwise love it for gaming and photoshop/that type of software. Main point of glory is the thumb stick, which isn’t actually a thumb stick, but having 4-5 buttons easily pressable by your thumb as opposed to only the space bar is amazing. Always use it for my stance/movement keys and love it so much (crouch, slide, jump, prone, whataver stuff like that). Also having the scroll wheel bound to brush size is great.Just so sad that the white one wasn’t available yet when I got mine a couple years ago. Now I’m probably gonna have to waste another $130 at some point lmao
NastyB –
I am loving this thing. I have always been a controller guy until I bought Doom Eternal, and it was obvious from the very first level that this game was made with mouse and keyboard in mind and I decided it was time to make the switch and I’m really glad I did. I stopped playing the game and waited for this to arrive, along with the Corsair Harpoon gaming mouse. It took A LONG time to start feeling comfortable with the new set up but once it started to click it made all the difference in the game. The learning curve for me was huge, maybe the biggest one I’ve had to go through in decades for gaming, but it was worth it. This keypad is great.I bought this used from a seller here, something I don’t normally do but the price was more than half off the new price and I knew it was a gamble that I might not take to it and go back to controller, which would have made this a waste of money. I feel like I got lucky, the used product of this looks brand new and is in great shape, and since it worked out and I ended up loving the keypad it was money well spent.I specifically went with the Tartarus because I really liked the idea of having the thumb stick, and I feel like that was a good move. In Doom Eternal, now I can control the Slayer in a way I’m already familiar with while freeing up the rest of the keyboard and my fingers to the different melee attacks and switching equipment. That way I don’t have to move my fingers all over the keyboard as I normally would have had to, fumbling around hoping I hit the right keys. The learning curve was huge for sure and for awhile, I probably put in enough time in the first three levels over and over again trying to get accustomed to the new control style as it would take someone else to actually beat the entire campaign, but once it all clicked, I can’t imagine playing a game like this any other way and I already knew from the first level that a controller was a huge disadvantage. In regards to the quality of the actual device- it’s solid. The keys all have a great feel and click to them, and the thumb stick has the exact same feel. It feels like pushing a key on the board with the mechanical click and all in every direction, it’s great feedback to know you’re pushing it in the right direction and for learning how to use it. It’s also very comfortable to use, and the wrist rest beneath the keyboard reduces any normal strain I would feel by hovering my hand over a typical keyboard. And lastly if you care, the rgb lighting on this is good and bright and every color in the rainbow is represented just fine. I don’t care that much about this, but I know some freaks do so there you go.To summarize, this purchase was worth every penny. The keyboard is solid, it feels solid, it is quality. The thumb stick works great and I really struggle to find anything to complain about here. I can see this falling short on games with tons of keybinds, and Doom Eternal is really pushing it in that regard, but it still worked out great with just enough keys to accommodate all the things you need to do. Purchasing this along with a gaming mouse has changed the way I play a game like this and for the better. Highly recommended, especially if you can get one at the used price I did if it shows up at your door in the condition mine did.On a quick side note I do want to point out that Windows 10 by default had this keypad configured to shut down randomly to preserve power in the device settings. You’re going to want to figure out how to go into the USB options and make sure to uncheck the box letting Windows do that because if you don’t this will disconnect randomly out of nowhere for like fifteen seconds here and there, and obviously that is not ideal unless you like losing due to some technical crap.
Dustin Miller –
This thing is great! Just a lil warning though, keycaps are slightly larger than regular keyboard keycaps. I should also mention this is for adult hands. My 10 year old stepsons hands cant reach all the keys needed to play fortnite. This is NOT made for kids. Apart from that downside, this thing is perfect to use on laptops!