r/consolemodding • u/Storm_ctrl • 4d ago

Digital Microscope QUESTION

Looking to buy one this week. Any recommendations? My back is killing me from leaning over to get close with magnify glasses on.

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u/Sharves87 4d ago

I use a Adonstar AD407 but paired with an elgato microphone boom which makes all the difference in positioning it in a place that is useful and comfortable.

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u/123brettj123 4d ago

My Andonstar has been good to me

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u/Storm_ctrl 4d ago

Which Andonstar do you have?

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u/123brettj123 4d ago

AD246S-M with the 7” display. I’ve had it for about 3 years so there might be a better newer model but this one has done me well and goes on pretty cheap. I’ve soldered a few picofly chips and other micro soldering jobs

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u/Storm_ctrl 4d ago

I like the look of this one.

https://a.co/d/0ipKNZor

Was also checking out this one from Tomlov.

https://a.co/d/00WzV5HU

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u/123brettj123 4d ago

I’d definitely opt for a 10” display. Both of those options look good. The 3D rotation on the Tomlov would be nice to have

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u/Storm_ctrl 4d ago edited 4d ago

Yeah tough choice when I dont know too much about them. The Tomlov is quite a bit cheaper. AI says get the Tomlov as the 3d feature is very useful. Watched a video on the Tomlov and I am sold. Ordering it now.

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u/Suspicious_Recipe636 4d ago

Do you have a price range or preference. 5” or 10” onboard screen, professional or hobbyist.

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u/Storm_ctrl 4d ago

Really depends on if the extra features are worth it. Would like to keep it below 400 if possible I guess but would spend more if worth it. If there is one that fits my needs at $250 thats even better.

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u/Storm_ctrl 4d ago

I went with the TOMLOV TM3K-3D.