Models
Overall Comparison
The following classification is provided by ARTISAN themselves. Keep in mind that there may be individual differences in the glide feeling, so please consider this information as a reference.
Performance Classification
Surface Functional Characteristics
Sponge Hardness Characteristics
Models
Easy to stop
ZERO
The most popular model, known for its ease of stopping and outstanding control.
The glide surface, made of twisted polyester yarn, has a hard fabric feel without any initial movement heaviness. The slight bumps created by the twisted yarn weave contribute to its ease of stopping.
Peer SKIN surfice
HIEN
Light glide with firm stopping capability, closely rivaling the Zero model in popularity.
Roughest glide surface in ARTISAN's lineup, crafted using a unique Japanese 'nashi-ji weaving' technique to create a pear skin-like fine texture.
High tracking performance with the largest X-Y speed difference among ARTISAN models.
High overall performance
HAYATE OTSU
Positioned as a superior version of HIEN, boasting high overall performance.
Features a more subdued pear skin-like texture compared to HIEN, with less X-Y speed difference.
Fast initial movement, more stable glide, and precise pointing capabilities define this high-end ARTISAN model.
Evolved Version of OTSU
HAYATE KOU
An evolved version based on HAYATE OTSU.
Maintains light glide and precise control of OTSU, but with reduced surface irregularities for a smoother slide.
Fabric Speedster
RAIDEN
A speed type with a silk-like glide surface.
Achieves fast, smooth sliding unexpected in a fabric mousepad, thanks to the tightly woven high-density thin yarn.
Glass-coated
SHIDENKAI V2
Glass-coated glide surface, ARTISAN's number one speed type product.
By applying a glass coating to the fabric base, flexibility is maintained, making it easier to stop than on glass or plastic products.
The V2 version offers improved durability and stability over the older version.
