Microsoft Reclusa Gaming Keyboard (Black)
by Microsoft
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Customer Review: A stong contender
Summary: 5 Stars
In my quest for a solid gaming keyboard I ordered the Reclusa for a great price. I'm typing this right now on it and I must say, it's quite comfortable. The keys I naturally reach for are in the right spot. This has been a problem for some of the wireless keyboards I'm using on my HTPC and PS3. The spacing is very good and there isn't a lot of extra bulk/width like the current G15 on the market. The volume "knob" is also a nice touch as it's easier to dial-in versus the common Up/Down buttons.
Pros:
- Zero lag. I know this is hard to measure, but it's a gaming keyboard and that's one of the reasons I bought this. It's good to know that when I hit a key, what I want to happen, happens.
- Clean, blue backlighting is just the right brightness level in all lighting conditions
- Size. Not too big (cough, current G15) not too small.
- Two built-in USB ports.
- Wristpad is very comfortable.
- Volume knob/jog dial instead of up/down buttons.
- Customization. Shortcuts and marcos are within easy reach of the "home position" or the "WASD" position.
Cons:
- No mute key. Seriously. If the volume knob would push in (think Xbox 360 controller) it would be a great mute button.
- When you stand the keyboard up (you know, those little legs in the back) it loses the rubber grip it had on the desk and it's not as sturdy. I usually use my keyboard in this inverted position so it's going to take me a while to get used to it flat.
- The shape is a bit dated. Square, edgy, cut is in. Egg-shaped is out.
- Shiny/glossy plastic part (where the Microsoft logo is) is bound to get scratched up. I know, nitpicky, but it's going to happen.
Conclusion:
All in all, a great gaming keyboard in the ~$50 range.
Note: Make sure to get the latest driver/software from Microsoft. Version 1.02 (came out July 20th 2007) fixed a bug which did not allow programming of modifier (CTRL/ALT/SHIFT) keys.
Customer Review: YAY!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this keyboard, not as a gaming keyboard as it is touted, but as just an everyday regular keyboard for the system that I just built. The keyboard my fiance had given me for the system was really getting on my nerves because it had the laptop type keys, and I kept mistyping. I was looking for a nice keyboard that had regular keys, but I wanted to have backlighting (my system has all kinds of blue light up stuff). I looked at most of what was available, and decided on this one.
The keys are easy to hit, and have a really nice tactile feel to them. I like clicky keys, and while these aren't super clicky, they are just enough so that they feel really good. I haven't really played with any of the macro keys, but like I said, I didn't really buy this keyboard for gaming (even though I do game).
I agree with the previous poster that the shiny plastic part on the top is going to be really scratch prone, and I am also a little disappointed that it doesn't have the Razer logo on it. All in all, I might not have spent so much on a keyboard had I not had a gift card, but I am glad that I was able to get this one. It does what I need it to do without making me crazy. If I were a true gamer, I could see that this may not be the best choice out there, but for my purposes, it is the perfect addition to my system.
{EDIT} Also happily works with my mac. I was concerned that I would not have volume control and eject available on this keyboard through the Mac. I am very excited that it works great, and I can get rid of my Mac keyboard and mouse in order to use this keyboard and the Razer Diamondback G3. I have both the PC and Mac set up on the same desk and having two of each was making me nuts! Now I just need to get a switch so there isn't unplugging each time I decide to go from one to the other!
Customer Review: I've bought two
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm a computer science guy, and I'm very picky when it comes to accessories to my computer. Keyboards and mice have to feel just-so, monitors can't have the flicker I see on 75% of LCD screens, etc.
I picked up one of these on a whim when CompUSA went out of business (at 70% off), and fell in love with it. Even though it bears the Microsoft logo (which generally means average quality), it bears the marks of the quality engineering of the Razer co-developers.
Yes, as other people have said, the software for it is terrible, and by default, the eject button will eject your CD. But -- you can set the keyboard to control Winamp (or Windows Media Player) instead, and then the play/shuffle/eject/next/previous keys on the keyboard control your mp3 player *from inside a game*. If I'm playing a full-screen game and a song I want to skip comes on my playlist, I no longer have to alt-tab out and back in (which can take ages, or crash some games) -- I can control winamp directly from inside of the game. Including the volume, which is also awesome.
I also disable the buttons which launch Firefox and Thunderbird when in full-screen mode, so as to avoid accidentally punching them (though after using the keyboard for a week, I no longer do so), and don't see any use for the copy/paste buttons or the left jog dial (which works just like a mouse scroll button).
However, the ability to control Winamp from inside of a game + the LED backlighting (which is critical in low light situations) + the very well-tuned feel of the keys made me like the keyboard so much, I bought a second one for my second main computer. I highly recommend it.
Customer Review: almost perferct....Almost
Summary: 5 Stars
i was in the market for a high end computer set-up. mainly for gaming and photoshop CS5. i already had my favorite mouse, (the Razer Orichi) and wanted something to match it but had to be a gaming keyboard as well as easy to type as i am also a student. ive shopped for days online and at my local frys. i soon boiled it down into 3 choices. the Logitech g15, the razer lycosa mirror edition and this microsoft recelusa. What pulled me to the lycosa was that it had all the features i wanted: macros, gaming, comfortable keyboard, and BACKlit! all they other keyboard has these features but the microsift lycosa was CHHEEEEAAPP compared to the other two which were $100 and $80 respectively. this keybaord was a joint collaboration between microsoft and Razer so it was perfect for me. the key strokes are soft yet very responsive and anti ghosting.
Cons: the only thing i dont like is that the wrist rest is not supportive of the entire length of the keybaord; it is more elliptical/curved as opposed to having a wrist rest on the WASD keypad. i still love it for $38.50 shipped which is less than most games and will last me a long time.
i also forgot to mention the keyboard is USB which is great be ive also had wireless KB and they dont work as well as they look.
Customer Review: Good deal for what it got, is razer after all.
Summary: 5 Stars
For 50 plus dollar, might seen been too much for just a keyboard, of course is for everyone, but for gamer, or want a keyboard that is cool looking and conform, this is the one you want. No need to spend nearly 100 dollar for the other keyboard, this got the feature you need but does suffer some cons.
Pro: Blue Backlight all time
Conform keyboard and pad
Fast key reponse
Good amount of key for shortcut and hotkey
Good Look
2 USB PORT
Volume and Zoom Control
Price good for what it offer
Cons: No razer logo anywhere on the keyboard eventhough it is co production from microsoft and razer.
Back can't be turn off when the pc is on.
Missing couple key hot key such as no mute, skip, homepage etc..
No headphone or microphone, bu tno keyboard at this price ranger included.
Overall, no doubt this is the best keyboard if youn plan to spend a above average mid range price tag for a gaming keyboard. To be honese i think this keyboard look better than any logitech keyboard has to offered.