Wacom Intuos Pro Medium Special Edition Graphics Tablet

The Wacom Intuous Pro was a purchase that I did not enter into easily. Whenever I buy anything over a certain price bracket I will always research it. I started by looking at peoples feedback on here. The star rating threw me and peoples negative/constructive feedback cast some doubt in my mind. I have used a friends Wacom Bamboo and Graphite over the years, I'm a Graphic designer so not everything requires me to use a Digital Tablet exclusively. However I thought it time to buy one for myself and invest some time into using it.One thing that struck me about the reviews whether positive or negative. People never really stipulated what platform they had issues with the product on, operating system or what driver versions etc. So going to Wacoms forum gave me litle to go off in terms of resolving the issue (If I would have experienced any). Nobody wants to buy a product and have endless issues with it. However I took the plunge and I am so glad I did. I have had the Intuous Pro for little over a week now, not long enough to form a real opinion but wanted to log my positive experiences thus far. As I have used it every day for 5 hours + on a Branding Project.So currently I'm using Windows 7 Ultimate, with all the latest updates. Below is a list of my system specs all runningthe latest updates as of 26/12/14. I run AVAST Anti Virus in gaming/Silent Mode. The Wacom Drivers version is 6.3.7-6, this appears very stable and I have not had any issues to cause concern. One thing that I did notice was when I had the wireless kit running from a USB port around the back of my PC. The cursor stopped in CS4 illustrator, I was required to restart the tablet to get it functioning again. To remedy this I just used it on a front panel USB, not had the issue since. I have discussed this with a friend who has also had a similar problem. Had no problems of any sort just running on the USB cable. EDIT: I experienced the disconnection with the wireless kit issue on a number of occasions so posted on the Wacom forums. The problem has never occurred since. Basically I moved my PC case a little closer to my desk as the signal may have been getting blocked as I have all manner of electronics on there. Speakers, mobile phone etc.System Spec:Asus Maximus IV Extreme-Z Intel Z68Intel Core i7 2600K 3.8 GHZCrucial RealSSD M4 128GB SATA 6GbWD 300 GB VelociraptorWD 150 GB RaptorWD 150 GB Raptor XMSI GTX580 Lightning 1536MBCorsair 1200W CMPSU8GB (2x4GB) Corsair Dominator DDR3Samsung 12X BDROM SH-B123LThe TabletThe lovely build quality and the superb feel of its surface is stunning. As mentioned I have used a Graphite and a Bamboo previously but these were A5 versions. Functional and appropriate for the work I was doing but using a larger drawing area and a slightly textured surface is a huge improvement. Drawing feels much more natural as I can really activate the use of my elbow now and not rely on my wrist for drawing. Everybodies technique is different but I found a medium perfect for me. I use it on a Dell ultrasharp 24" monitor and they work well together.Function Keys and PenFunction keys have been left to run as default at the moment, I still find myself reaching for the keyboard as I'm a bit of a shortcut junky. However certain keystrokes can be added to the function buttons if required. I find that I have no real use for the touch feature (yet), possibly because I'm racing through a project at the moment and using the tablet purely for drawing out logos. Once I have more time to explore the other features maybe it will be a useful function. The zoom dial works well and I find it more accurate and much quicker to use keyboard shortcuts. After using keyboards shortcuts for 15+ years it is a hard habit to break.The pen is a good weight and is textured beautifully. It is a little broad at the tip, something I'm not used to but it works well and I have adapted to it. It still allows you to apply a broad range of pressure though with ease. From delicate to a heavy handed sweep it delivers it accurately and with nil lag. I have large hands and think it would accomodate small hands just as well.If you have considered buying one of these and have been deterred due to other peoples bad experiences, then definately take the plunge. Amazon are a great retailer and if you come across issues you can always return the product. There are so many different configurations and OS systems out there it is likely some will run into problems. It is an amazing bit of kit and has aided my production of logos and drawings within illustrator. I have yet to be let loose in photoshop. I do hope you find this somewhat long winded review of some use.

This masterpiece of technology is simply amazing.This is exactly what you need as a digital artist and it works so well.If you have never used one before, you will feel a but awkward at first trying to get your cursor to move by moving the pen.I change the settings to work on only one monitor for better control, in case you have a multi-monitor setup you should check that out.Another thing is getting used to the sensitivity, you will have to push down just like a pencil and the surface has a texture which creates friction, don't worry about that but of course so press down TOO hard.If you feel your pressing down too hard, in the settings option you can change the sensitivity curve meaning you can press down lightly to get the same effect depending on the curve (but you get less input for example opacity of course as you have reduced the pressure).Reading review is great for buying this product but you don't need to get your tips from here after purchase, after you install your device there is a menu that has youtube videos that describe the product and it's workings very well.After that it's practice.Just keep using your tablet to navigate around your screen and try to get to icons as fast as you can and eventually you will have full control over the tablet and it will be a valuable asset.I used to paint with a mouse for a long time as i couldn't really afford one of these and you can get an idea of how useful one would be but you may think you can get along with just using a mouse, well once you get one of these and start using it, the extra control you get although obvious is fantastic.It's much faster too for example changing brush size i mean wow that is honestly fantastic because when i'm working in a flow i hate to have to right click and lower the brush to what i need or go to a top menu away from my work, with the dial i can change it with the brush on the canvas in the area i am working.Everything is programmable so any shortcut key you have in your application you can program to one of those buttons and also you can do this for ANY program meaning you can have one set of buttons for one program and another for another.As these friction between the nib and the surface the nibs will run down but if you open the pen stand there are fresh nibs in there and a nib remover, where you just latch onto the nib and pull it out like lead in a pencil (when you drop it on the floor a few times and it falls out).These 5 fresh original nibs like the one you have in your pen to begin with which is a great nib but there are others you can try out which give a different feel to mimic other drawing materials.The technology in the pen is fantastic as you don't need a battery, how amazing is that, just don't break you pen as they cost a bit.Again with the pen, watch those videos that are in the menu after you install, they will give you tips on how to control the pen so you can push those buttons with ease.These so much you can say about this but this is the professional solution that gives a vast amount of control hence the price.If your new and you feel uncomfortable just keep practicing you will get it in no time.Mess around with all the settings to explore all the things it can do.WATCH THOSE VIDEOS.The videos will show you the shortcut keys they use and they are using them for a reason for working and they are great especially on the pen.

I've been doing art for a while but only started digitally quite recently. Quickly realising the mouse just wasn't cutting it for my drawing I settled on the large Intuos Pro. Wasn't an easy choice considering the price but I have found that it's just incredible.If you have not used a tablet before you need to get used to not looking at your hand when you are drawing but once you do its just like drawing on paper. The large size allows you to make sweeping motions with your arm which is good if your an artists who is used to pairing that way and it's size is great with my 27 inch monitor. The touch functions and express keys are very useful and great time savers, paticularly the touch ring. I practically don't use my mouse anymore. When drawing you have pressure sensitivity and tilt detection to give your art a much more natural, organic look. The tablet is very customisable as well and the wireless function is great for saving on cables although I have noticed it can be intermittent at times. I'm also a fan of the customisable pen nibs, my favourite is the spring loaded nib because it feels like using a paint brush.So overall a very responsive, well featured, customisable and great quality tablet. Large size is really good for artists or people with large monitors. Wireless is good but could be better. I'd definitely recommend this to any digital artist.

Ist mein erstes Zeichentablet und ich bin sehr zufrieden damit!! Die Wireless funktion muss sich dauernd neu conecten, aber die nutze ich eh nicht...

La compramos para usarla en un despacho de arquitectura, y la utilizamos básicamente para dibujos a mano alzada y retoque digital. En este caso compramos la Pro L, ya que por tamaño nos parecía más funcional.Primero de todo nos sorprendió la calidad del packaging, espectacular! Viene con su caja con asa y muy bien presentado y protegido. En cuanto al contenido, incluye la tableta, con cable usb, conector inalámbrico y lápiz con diferentes puntas, junto con CD de instalación. Todo funciona perfectamente y es muy fácil de instalar y configurar.A la hora de usarlo, es muy intuitivo, pero cabe destacar que cuenta con numerosas funciones y posibilidades de personalización, que permiten un uso más fluido y adaptado a cada persona. Nos viene genial la posibilidad de adaptación para zurdos/diestros, así lo podemos usar todos. Cuesta un poco adaptarse a la manera de usar la tableta si nunca has usado ninguna, pero una vez se practica un poco es muy práctica y precisa.Muy contentos con la compra, repetiríamos sin duda!

Tiene una calidad exquisita y su diseño es vanguardista.Esta versión Pro, se diferencia porque tiene las bandas horizontales de aluminio lo que le da un aspecto más profesional.No he podido probarlo, pero promete mucho.

Nach einem Fehlgriff kam ich nach ein paar Recherchen zu diesem Tablett. Jetzt kann ich nicht mehr ohne diesem arbeiten. Bin sehr zufrieden, die Möglichkeiten muß man einarbeiten, die dann alle flott von der Hand gehen.Ja ich bin sehr zufrieden, und würde es auch weiter empfehlen.

Pedí esta tableta el 16 de diciembre, e incluso la página me avisaba de que posiblemente se retrasase debido a la alta demanda de esas fechas, pero llegó en tan solo 5 días y en perfecto estado. La he probado ya, y el funcionamiento es excelente. Muy intuitiva y de mucha calidad. He visto comentarios que dicen que el material se desgasta rápido, pero yo la meto en un cajón despues de cada uso y está igual que como cuando la saqué de la caja.No creo que vuelva a usar el ratón, ya que incluso para navegar por internet voy a usar la tableta con su función táctil.De todos modos, requiere un tiempo acostumbrarse a su uso, pero pasado ese tiempo, como la seda.Estoy totalmente satisfecho con mi compra.