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OP's beautiful MX Clear white shine 4
Buyer's Guide:
http://pastebin.com/QJD7fSGU
Where to Buy:
http://pastebin.com/8Yku80VL
FAQs:
http://pastebin.com/M5w7QtKp
Switch Guide:
Switches are subjective. Try a switch tester.
>>51796395
>not mass drop is a scam and want 24 dollars for mx greens
Is this a cringe thread? We already have a watch thread. Stop buying shit.
Cherry Greens of blues for gaymen /mkg/?
>>51796445
They're really the same thing except greens are a bit heavier and much harder to find and are more expensive so it's really up to you if you want to pay a bunch of extra money to push harder and be a hipster
>>51796445
blues, guessing greens would be pretty shit for games
>>51796445
I went with blues because I couldn't find the quickfire with greens in my price range. so far no issues. I think I need orings desu
>>51796395
>led
but that's lcd
are you retarded?
>>51796581
What?
i canceled my order for a wasd bare bones cherry mx brown thinking i should look around some more. i have some pbt grey keycaps coming in. whats a good place to get a a key cap less keyboard with some switches?
>>51796669
The only two consumer boards that you can buy barebones are WASD and NovaTouch.
>>51796677
would you recommend wasd? ive seen mixed things on it but just wanted to see what other options i had
>>51796581
yeah, wtf?
Any recommendations for a non LED keyboard?
I'm new to mechanical keyboards if I want to get one with red leds for MA games but that doesn't look like Chinese shit and that preforms well under 200 $ what would be a good one
>>51796723
Ducky Shine 3/4/5, Corsair k70, CM Storm Quickfire are all decent keyboards with lighting for gayming. You should care more about the type of switches you're getting with the keyboard than the color of the leds though.
>>51796462
>translation:I have manlet finger and pushing mx green is to hard
>>51796462
People make a fuss about Gateron Reds because they are supposed to be smoother than Cherry Reds, but you tell people, that Green and Blue switches are essentially the same. Just shut up if you have nothing to say.
>>51796487
>guessing
>I don't know what I'm talking about, but here is my opinion
>>51796445
It really depends on what you are aiming to play. If you play mostly CS/BF/AC or something with rather slow movement like these it doesn't really matter, get the switch you prefer to type with.
The only game that comes to my mind, where switches actually make a difference would be OSU!. Even fast paced shooters like Reflex/Toxikk don't really profit from blues or even reds. And even while playing OSU! it won't make any difference, as long as you don't play on insane.
Also don't forget Matias Clicky switches. Imho. Matias switches shouldn't be neglected and are at least on par with Cherry.
>>51796693
Yes. Except for their very thin keycaps they make solid boards, nothing extraordinary though. You get what you pay for.
>>51796719
>find board
>if led just dont turn on led and no problem
>>51796779
I didn't say it was too hard? I said it's hardER to press. Presumptuous as fuck my friend.
>tfw going from reds to a model m
This gon be interesting.
>>51797082
inb4 hipster trash
>>51797086
What? I bought it because I've heard nothing but good things about it and it looks sexy as fuck.
2 key rollover is gonna suck when I occasionally play games but I'm sure I'll adapt.
Browns
White led
iso layout
What do you recommend?
>>51797139
Its hipster trash.Any modern board shits on it and is way less expensive
>>51797190
Wut, I only paid $50 for it. Most everything I looked at on mechanicalkeyboards was at least $100 for sonething fullsized.
Are Das keyboards any good?
>>51797243
I read their quality has tanked in the last few years which sucks because they're one of the only companies that makes mech keyboards with dedicated media buttons + volume wheel
Opinions on Corsair K65?
>>51797260
I also like that they don't put LEDs on their boards. I don't like feeling like I'm buying a toy.
>>51797268
they are otay
>>51796395
>not year of the goat edition
trashed
>>51797288
>literally staring at hundreds of led's on their monitor
>toy
>>51797318
nigger wuttyu doin
>>51797324
>Not using a plasma monitor
>>51796814
tldr nice fucking autism
>>51797357
Enjoy your furnace
>>51796851
But what if I don't want to pay a premium for LEDs?
>>51797387
The point is you should completely ignore the presence of LEDs. Don't assume a board with LEDs is worse or better in any capacity solely for this fact.
>>51797330
>>51797387
You don't.Check led's v no led of the same caliber.You're not paying a premium with led's on it.Find a board you like and if it has led's on it just dont fucking turn them on.That simple
>>51797416
>>51787117
I fell for it. tried it and didn't like it. But I use a wrist rest so maybe that's why.
>>51797416
I like that her chair lever has instructions like it somehow differs from EVERY other chair in the last 35 years.
>>51796693
Really the only problem with WASD is their cheap keycaps. You'll be buying barebones, so it's a non-issue for you. I say go for it.
who /festive/ here?
>>51798258
Hi Santa!, Are you on a floor? pls plug in that top usb fully
>>51798258
what usb hub is that? every usb hub i have ever bought is a piece of shit.
Jesus christ /g/, can we get back to keyboards please? There's like three in this thread.
Let's stay on topic. Here's my layout.
Anyone here got any hands on experiance with the noppoo lolita? Thinking of buying one.
>>51798266
i dont know why it sticks out like that, but it's pushed in as far it can go. not flooring, it's my desk.
>>51798324
Tek Republic TUH-300 USB 3.0 4-Port Hub. it was cheap in cost but it works ok. sometimes my keyboard fucks up until i send input from my numpad from some reason.
I am cumming from my ears. I am going to buy a Realforce 87u 55g.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwYUQs7avls
What's wrong with Browns? Seems like people here have a low opinion of them
>>51797190
>you have to have one keyboard
>buckling spring keyboards should be compared with cherry switches
Whatever
>>51798397
>windows 10
>>51798656
People are just cliquish about everything. You haven't noticed how extraordinarily so they are on 4chan?
Someone would probably find fault with my perfect book collection.
>>51798741
[triggered]
>not sorting by size
>>51798258
>Not setting the mouse's LED zones to red and green
One job
>>51798656
It's just /g/ being /g/. Switch types are a personal preference.
I use my 60% keyboard with browns every day.
>>51798813
i didn't even know i could do such a thing.
>>51798258
This setup fucking pisses me off!! Why is the number pad on the left!!
>>51798896
so i can keep my keyboard centered in front of me.
also it feels more natural to move my hand to the left instead of towards my mouse.
>>51796395
NKRO Buckling Spring when?
>>51798987
would the model M not have NKRO being a ps/2 keyboard and all?
>>51798981
Happy Krampus
>>51798741
Mate, we get it, you have cool shit, but you've been essentially avatarfagging in mechanical threads for a year. You've had the same Filco but have showcased lots of guns. I love guns too, but it goes against the spirit of threads about mechanical keyboards to just show off your collection the whole time.
I appreciate the OC-- I really do-- but maybe you should buy some more keyboards and improve your content a bit.
>>51798397
That's nasty. Buy a mousepad, they're like 8$
>>51796487
Greens are fantastic for games.
>>51799210
i have and use a mat, i just need to wash it. you can see it here >>51798981
>>51798397
>plastic flap blinds
>stucco walls
>wallet full of dough
hmm
I love the greens in this keyboard. The blacks also feel good as well since they are pretty much the same without the blacks making much of a sound. Using this keyboard is weird sometimes but I love it. Has 9 different switches.
>>51799304
What switches where?
That sounds like a horrible bastard breed of a keyboard.
>>51799257
you can't tell how full my wallet is, lol.
is stucco good or bad? isn't stucco that white stuff on the outside of houses that is sort of painful to touch? i dont think this is stucco.
>>51799388
>you can't tell how full my wallet is, lol.
Yes I can, your wallet is overstuffed and money is brimming from the edges.
>>51798397
Why did you order such a short custom usb cable?
Something fell into my good old G110
I was stupid enough to try to pry open spacebar to remove it only to find out it uses plastic hooks and now it's broken
where to get replacements
Anyone have an ErgoDox?
>>51799743
Me.
>>51799093
Holy shit thank you
>>51799820
What's it like?
>mfw shige is back on the QFR
lel, browns still a shit, though
>>51799925
I love it.
Took awhile to get used to it though and it is certainly not for everyone.
Most annoying part is trying to find keycaps.
>>51798258
Do the keys come with alternating red n green switches as well?
I can get a quickfire xti for €100. Should i /g/?
>>51796814
They are literally the same switch minus actuation force which I exactly said in my original post.
>>51799093
I can't imagine a more apt description for keyboard threads than "I like my keyboard, look at it." The same goes for desktop threads, battlestation threads, build threads, even programming threads eschew one style while condemning another.
I appreciate your candor, however I think the criticism that my posts are in any way contrary to the "spirit" of keyboard threads is utterly incorrect. In fact, I believe that my posts are more respectful and on-topic than most others', and certainly a cut above the unending, repetitive tide of cliquish shitposting typically seen on /g/; I certainly don't do that. I even bother to take new pictures on a semi-regular basis to keep things interesting.
Know what I mean, jellybean? Here's an old one for you.
>>51799969
Yeah, I was afraid of the keycaps being hard to get. Also, when/if it is for sale again I bet it's going to be expensive.
I'm sure I would like it, though.
>>51800157
you forgot watch threads
>>51800335
>when it is for sale again
It is for sale now. Mechanicalkeyboards.com sells everything you need to build one. So does falbatech, you can get a fully assembled one from them for around $225.
Unless you mean the infinity ergodox with the gimmick led screens. That should have another gb in a few months.
>>51800431
Well I'll be dipped. So it is. And it isn't all that expensive, either. I will have to investigate this further.
By the way, I don't have a modern mechanical keyboard. I have been using a Model M for a few months now, and really like it.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/the-whitefox-keyboard
its out
>>51798258
who /merca/ here?
>>51796581
Wat
>>51800885
Why does everyone fuck up the <87 key layouts so hard? If you want arrow keys, get a TKL. Is it really worth it at that point? It's a difference of 3cm in length
>>51800513
I'd recommend greens then.
Nothing is the same as buckling springs, but green is closest.
>>51797139
This misinfo is spreading.
2KRO does not mean only two keys. There are reports the model m can register up to 8 keys accurately. 2KRO is just a guarantee that a minimum of 2 keys, not including mods, will be registered.
So is mushy browns just a meme or not?
I've heard clears are better, but they're in almost no boards, and I can't deal with the noise of the blues.
>>51801407
Yes and no.
They don't offer the very sharp response you can feel at your fingertips like blues do, they feel like a very subtle depressed button. They're very light, similar to blues.
The meme exists because there isn't really a reason to use them; clears are better for tactility, while blues offer a crisper feeling with an additional click.
Personally I think they're just fine, a nice inbetween zone where they'll be comfortable for mostly anything you do.
I say this because I need to bottom out on blues when gaming, which is technically not good and is slower. But the nature of the blue switch and the bump is better for typing than for quick double taps.
What's the best switch for CSGO?
It needs to allow fluid movement (e.g. bunnyhopping) but also swift and precise counter-strafes.
I've tried MX Browns and the counter-strafe was great, but other than that the movement was very rigid and robotic.
Now I use a $2.50 rubberdome and its ok for moving around, but couter-strafes are not precise enough.
For those who don't know what is counter-strafe in CS: It's when you are strafing in one direction and then you one-tap the key in opposite direction in order to bring your velocity to 0 immediately.
>>51801485
>clears are better for tactility
but how many boards sell a clear variant?
It's just as bad as finding greens
it's even more limited if you want a full sized variant to already cut down a third or so of the options
How much louder is
>>51801601
generally reds are considered best for red if you're very high end, if you're less than global elite or playing on those special servers, I doubt it matters
>>51800035
And I didn't say you were wrong. But the actuatuion force is one of the most important characteristic of a mechanical keyboard.
Telling someone the difference doesn't matter and one is for hipsters only is pretty stupid, especially while people argue about Cherry/Gateron, where the difference is actually way smaller.
>>51801637
Do you live in europe? Because getting a board with greens/clears is really no problem if you consider ANSI boards.
>>51801685
yeah I live in europe, I'm not sure about the more mid range priced keyboards (above 150) but I can't find quickfires, azio MGKs, ducky zero, or other "cheap" keyboards.
The only ones I've found with clears so far were the lineup of ducky boards & the WASD Code board
I guess that's the main downside of budget boards, you don't really get an extended choice in switches
>>51801601
IT IS ALL PREFERENCE FIGURE OUT WHAT YOU LIKE
>>51801248
FC660M. The perfect layout.
>>51797190
are you clinically retarded anon?
Model M's can be found very cheap and have a built quality superior to any keyboard being made today
>>51801731
Yeah, it seems like Clears and Greens are more expensive and especially exotic. I guess cheap keyboards have a pretty high MOQ, so the worse selling switches aren't considered.
Would you consider an ANSI board? I'm currently typing on one and except for some keys having the wrong label it acutally isn't that much different from a ISO one.
Also is TKL/60% an option? Maybe I can find you something comfy. Where are you from because of shipping and stuff?
>>51801890
I think people who buy the lower end mechanical keyboards are usually "WOW MECHANICAL KEYBOARDS WILL MAKE ME A PRO GAMER" people who don't do research or anything, so they don't really mind that there's not more options
All of the cheap boards I can find are US, except for a single Quickfire TK with browns over at amazon.co.uk, so I'll probably end up getting an ANSI board anyway unless I decide to splurge on a UK filco or code, which I doubt.
I'm pretty afraid to get a wrong board/switch so I'm looking to get something cheaper, I'm already sort of used to ANSI anway because my laptop also has that layout
As for shorter boards, I do like having the extras, even though I don't use them as often. As I'm currently using AZERTY and have been using them all my life, other than when using my laptop. So I'm very used to using the numpad for numbers, as the top line requires shift to type numbers.
I wish I lived in the US so I could just have bought that switch tester from quickfire that came with the discount if you bought a board from them afterwards. Because no shop nearby seems to stock mechanicals other than Razer's Blackwidow
>>51801999
>>51801890
also, I'm in Belgium, forgot to mention that
I'm starting to really consider picking up this 70€ quickfire XT with blues and just dealing with the complaints of people that are annoyed by the sound.
>>51801117
god bless america
http://www cmstore eu/parts-replacements/peripherals/mechanical-key-switch-tester-v2-free-shipping/
Why don't you just buy it here? Sure, it isn't cheap, but you can get it fast and probably also sell it afterwards. Only switch missing is a Clear one but they really aren't that great desu.
>>51802013
I wouldn't just buy a mech without knowing which switch I like. 70€ are a pretty good price, but it's still a lot of money. However, if you can send the keyboard back in case you dislike the switch you can give it a shot I guess.
You could take a look at mechanicalkeyboards nl, they aren't cheap, but they got some pretty neat keyboards in stock.
![104833_2[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/M9I9r5r.jpg "104833_2[1].jpg")
>>51799378
Here you go bud
Today my laptop keyboard died after years and I'm considering buying a mechanical keyboard without gamer shit for less than 100 euros, but with good build quality and preferably with detachable cable.
Any recommendations? I was thinking about the ducky zero, but I'm worried about the cable. I'm currently living on the Netherlands.
>>51798421
That video is all 45g, liek the the title says, not 55g. Are you okay dude?
![Mechanical_Key_Switch_Tester_V2_02[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/mk86y7y.jpg "Mechanical_Key_Switch_Tester_V2_02[1].jpg")
>>51802108
>Only switch missing is a Clear one
>tfw I thought clear would be the best because people say it's like a better brown
Also, is that top right purple one a topre?
Do they still offer the discount on cmstorm boards if you show proof of purchase of the switchtester like they used to? I assume not, because it'd probably be written somewhere on the store page but ohwell
as for the site's send back, it only has 22 reviews, but only two of them are bad, one of them is just saying "good prices, bad support" and the other being "my package was opened and used", while the site's support or whatever replied to the review saying it's stated on the site that products can arrive opened & tested for quality assurance. A lot of the people are saying the returns they did worked fine & they got their money back but again, i'm skeptical about the low number of reviews
As for mechanicalkeyboards.nl, they only seem to offer duckies in full size, with the cheapest only in black & red. It might be good for KUL ES-87s, because I can't find them on amazon.co.uk But again, I'd rather get a full sized
>>51802158
use tweakers.net, prijsvergelijker.computertotaal.nl & kieskeurig.nl to check for cheapest price
I'm kind of in a similar spot to you right now
If you don't mind smaller sizes, Quickfire rapid i or quickfire TK should have some low prices for you
I don't think there's any mechanicals with detachable cables at that pricesrange though.
Also check out azio MGK, you'd have to import it from america bringing it to like 115$ total but it's still decently priced
>>51802258
Someone already recommended the Quickfire TK, but I'm unsure about its quality.
Shit, I don't want to waste 100 euros on something that may last less time than my 4 year old laptop keyboard.
>>51802286
Nigga what? My cheap Rosewill RK-9000 lasted almost 3 years without any problems before I sold it. As long as you don't get a Razer-tier keyboard with LEDs that might die within a month, you'll be fine.
>>51802258
I feel like Browns and Clears are as far apart as Reds and Browns.
Yes, both have a tactile bump, but the switches feel so different in every regard, I wouldn't compare them. Ergo clears are the better Browns, but you got to solder and open the switches in order to get them.
Clears on cheap boards is always a gamble, clear switches tend to ping as is, but on cheap boards (because of the force needed to press them) the case aches a little. Some people don't care about that, but for me it is a dealbreaker.
The purple one is a Topre, yes. To be honest I think that switch could suit you. Their Topre board is on sale regularly as well, one shop had it for like 80€ some time ago, so you might want to check that switch out.
I don't know anything about that discount, I already have 3 boards around (White, Green and Matias QC), so I don't really look for discounts very often.
>>51801485
They are hated so much, because for awhile nothing but browns were recomended in these threads. They were praised as the greatest switch bar none and as buckling springs reborn.
Kinda laughable actually.
>>51802286
I think mechanical keyboards will last you a very long time. Even if specific switches break or keycaps break, you can buy new switches or keycaps and replace them.
I think you'd have to be EXTREME to actually break anything other than the little feet at the bottom
personally, I'm more of a full size keyboard guy, but if I had to make it smaller, I'd go for the rapid i over the TK. The TK just seems weird, like they're trying to cram too much stuff into one thing
The upside is ofcourse that makes it more adaptable and offers more.
>>51802338
>look it up
>http://community.coolermaster.com/index.php/topic/12265-cherry-mx-switch-tester/
fuck, time to make a thread on the forums to see if I can also get that deal I guess
>>51802392
>fuck, time to make a thread on the forums to see if I can also get that deal I guess
welp, the EU store barely carries anything
>>51802392
I'm also someone who prefers full sized keyboards.
There's also the XT, which is a cheaper and just normal keyboard. I'm thinking about going to Breda and testing it and the Ducky Zero on a store that sells them cheaper and for the same price.
>>51802484
>There's also the XT, which is a cheaper
>cheaper
usually it's as expensive or more expensive.
It's also in less places/varieties because it's less popular or older, I don't know.
if you have stores where you can test specific keyboards or switches definitely do it.
>>51802513
Instead it is cheaper here in the Netherlands. Up to 10 euros cheaper for a Brown switch.
>>51802613
http://prijsvergelijker.computertotaal.nl/productinfo/215022/cm-storm-quickfire-xt
it looks cheaper at first sight but then oyu notice it's all out of stock
I guess you have the advantage of being able to go pick up the one at azerty in Raalte pretty cheaply
Ofcourse, I don't know how it is in physical stores, because no physical stores sell mechanicals here
but yeah good luck anon, I'll go hop into my local electronics store to go cry again because the only mechanical one they have is the blackwidow
>>51802637
Yeah, thanks anon.
Anyway, I still prefer it to the TK because of the size. I can't stand having cramped keys.
![IMG_2436[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/RRKE8sH.jpg "IMG_2436[1].jpg")
>>51802668
like I said, I still really like the rapid i, it'll take some getting used to when you come from using numpad for number entry (does netherlands even have azerty?)
But after that you should be fine, unless you do a ton of data entry
it also has the advantage(?) of having a white backlight
oh, apparently it also has removable cable like you wanted
Anyone else that went from full to tkl still try to hit a phantom Enter key with the mouse hand only to remember it's not longer there.
>>51803252
Never tried to hit a phantom button, but I did miss that right-hand enter for a brief period.
>>51801248
>Is it really worth it at that point? It's a difference of 3cm in length
It's about 4cm on the right and 2.5cm on the top. It's only 1U wider than a 60%. I fail to understand your criticism.
I am in dire need of a keyboard. Not much choice. Is this passable? Cherry Browns, 100%
![91QhzPj9R4L._SL1500_[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/rtTNvkk.jpg "91QhzPj9R4L._SL1500_[1].jpg")
>>51804371
Forgot pic
>>51804371
>I am in dire need of a keyboard
so walk to a store and buy a 5$ one
that keyboard looks awful IMO, are you in some shit location where it's hard to get keyboards?
if not, I wouldn't go for it
>>51804371
what's your price range €or$
>>51804371
I just bought a cm storm tk recently and I love it. It's reasonably priced as well. If you want a good MK for a good price I would look into that. I bought the blue switch though.
>>51804371
70euro / 80$ would be nice. Poland has some shitty stocks country-wide. Even german Amazon was short on decent ones. My mate wants a 100% one, which I find odd.
Just bought a corsair K70 with brown switches for 100 yuros. It should arrive in the mail tomorrow.
I-It's a pretty good keyboard, r-r-right?
>>51804525
try looking at local price comparison site, maybe check .co.uk
>>51803352
It's only a difference of 3cm shorter than a TKL yet far less practical, plus you have to deal with a retarded layout. I can't imagine anyone being so strapped for desk space that they couldn't afford that extra inch.
http://www.thinkworldshop.com.cn/pm/51077.html?twsrm2
>>51804712
2000$ for a fucking keyboard? this shit is ridiculous.
>>51805234
well memed
>>51805234
Pretty sure that's not American currency. Bravo for getting me to reply.
>>51802695
most of the LED somehow went dead after a month or two. i dont even know why
>>51805486
apparently a lot of people have the problem, it might have been fixed by now though, because some staff posted about discussing it in HQ
So, after getting my sample of Zealios yesterday, the cooler master switch tester with the novatouch topre switch also arrived.
Let me tell you my first impressions of topre:
TOPRE FEELS FUCKING NICE.
Guess I'm going to be shitposting on a realforce soon enough.
>>51802117
That shit seems so good.
>>51804658
You didn't fuck up unless you are going to change caps.
>>51805589
nevertheless it is still the most comfiest blue switch out there. other than those kaihl switches
http://vocaroo.com/i/s18Ie1ifA83r
>>51805871
sounds like robot sex
What typing tests do you guys use? I've been using keyhero but it's actually kind of shitty, and I'm looking for something better.
>>51806112
10fastfingers
>>51806112
everyone uses 10fastfingers because its easy to get a high score
>>51805602
so why the fuck do people always say it feels comparable to a rubber dome keyboard
>>51805748
>switch talk
I was talking about cooler master, not cherry. it seems to be a problem with the Rapid i keyboard due to overheating leds or some shit
>>51806189
I have to say that it does remind me a bit of a rubber dome.
But still different, and just so many uncountable times better. It just feels so good. I could keep pressing this switch tester all day.
>>51805602
>>51806189
>tfw could have bought new CM Novatouch for 100€
>tfw passed on the opportunity, because someone said its like a slightly better rubberdome
It's been a month now and I still wonder whether I fucked up or not. Given that I could have easily sell it for 80€ if I didn't like it, I probably did.
>>51806112
IIDX and LR2
>>51806325
yes, they sell for like 140€ now
func kb-460 yay or ney?
>>51806530
I think I've heard func being recommended a bit like a year ago
>>51806530
Nonstandard bottom row and non-detachable cable
Just pulled the trigger on the massdrop WhiteFox keyboard with MX clears. It hit all the good points for me:
-Anodized aluminum (none of the shitty chinese stuff)
-Replaceable cable
-Small form factor WITH arrow keys (fuck the pok3r bullshit)
-Cherry clears
That it comes with LEDs and dye-sub cherry PBT caps is just gravy.
Costs as much as every other keyboard I've ever bought combined though.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/the-whitefox-keyboard
>>51806776
Nice to see that matt made a commercially available version of his build.
>>51806776
i dont have $200
>>51806776
I fixed your link anon
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/the-whitefox-keyboard?mode=guest_open
ended up impulse-buying this on massdrop
>>51796445
Greens are just heavy blues. Your fingers will get tired typing on greens regardless of their gaming application. You can game with literally every switch. The idea is to find which switch gives you a feel you'll enjoy for both applications.
That being said, I'd actually suggest Browns.
>>51806929
Aren't you a bit late to get in on the community edition?
That drop was up ages ago.
>>51806999
clears or bust
they're like browns but with [i]feeling[/i]
Any good back-lit cap sets that aren't vortex?
>>51807062
Clears are just heavy Browns. I don't type hard so I don't need the retarded heavy actuation.
>>51798258
saw you in /r/battlestations
nice setup!
>>51807032
it was available, briefly
>>51807358
They still had some of those laying around?
Nice grab, though I don't understand why they didn't go with clears in the spacebar.
You'll probably want to get some vortex backlit caps to fully enjoy the backlight.
>>51806342
IIDX is dead son.
Are there any 60% keyboards with electrocapacitive switches that aren't the HHKB?
Really want to go topre, but don't want 75%
>>51806577
>non-detachable cable
Why the fuck does this matter?
When are you ever using your keyboard when you dont need it attached.
>>51807543
Not that I knew of. There aren't very many topre keyboards in the first place.
Perhaps a leopold would suit you.
I've been debating whether to get a realforce TKL or a HHKB, but the lack of dedicated function keys is just a dealbreaker, even though I absolutely love the looks of the HHKB.
>>51807654
In case you want to use a different cable for just about any reason.
>>51796445
One thing to note is that it has been rumored (not confirmed) that greens go through better quality control. Some blues users have reported inconsistencies with each switch, whereas this is much rarer for greens.
>>51807654
Every single electronic device is I've had the cable wears down before the rest.
>>51807655
I already have a KBT pok3r (Blue), and pure (blacks), and Noppoo spyder (blue)
don't really want to buy anymore mx style switch keyboards.
I'm very happy with the pok3r, but want something I can use in the office. One of my friends has the full sized type-heaven 45 and it's great, I just like the 60% form factor the best.
I'll probably end up with the hhkb at some point.
by the way, some of you might be interested in this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CM-Storm-QuickFire-Rapid-Gaming-Keyboard-with-CHERRY-MX-Blue-READ-DESCRIPTION-/262179133008?hash=item3d0b181650:g:CUMAAOSwwE5WYZ0d
basically it's a "broken" rapid i, don't know how hard it is to salvage switches from a board but this might be a good deal. it's currently at 10$
Which of these two seems the best option? Anyone know much about either brand?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00WI5ITTY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=A2OBYCPECCAAML
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00F36OKM0?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE
Ive used a few of my friends keyboards to test switches and loved blacks. The only difference is the "Mionix" one uses cherry switches and the other uses Kailh, ive just never heard of the mionix brand before so this makes me a little hesitant. Ive seen Noppoo around before on massdrop etc.
>>51807884
Good find that.. So basically the spacebar is fucked and a couple other caps have cosmetic damage, worth a bid or two.
>>51808029
I'd probably say the £55 one. Shame it has green backlights though, makes it look kinda tacky and "gamer!!"
>>51804658
It works fine, my only problem is it's more of a typing keyboard than a gaming keyboard. When I try to bhop in csgo, the spacebar sits stupidly high and makes it near impossible. But besides that, I really like it.
Keycaps sit very high on the board, easy to clean. Picked mine up for $95 a year ago.
>>51808108
Eh I disagree, its a nice green but maybe you think that straight away because razer?
>>51808196
I think that might just be in your head, makes it seem like keys are higher because it's a flat surface and doesn't go up around the keys
>>51808559
that's what I mean, the switches don't indent into the board at all but sit on the surface, meaning the keycaps sit much higher than a normal board.
>>51808108
Fuck it I bought that one, if its shit ill send it back. Mionix seems pretty legit plenty of videos and reviews on the brands products although weirdly that model is literally the only keyboard they make.
>>51808654
that's exactly my point, because the board is flat & the keys sit ontop of them and not "in" them, it seems higher, but I think it's still as high compared to the desk
>>51808767
did you look at a review or some shit?
I personally hate passthrough shit in my keyboard, I find it unneeded, clogs up space and just gets dirty
there's like 4 shit to plug in with the mionix one
I have some random Dell keyboard right now and im looking to upgrade to a mech board but im wondering if I'll really notice not having a palm rest anymore, this Dell one has a plastic palm rest attached and I've been using it for a couple years.
>>51809082
get a 5$ one without a palm rest or pop yours off
>>51808945
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mionix+zibal+60
a lot about it surprisingly and all positive.
and what do you mean? the usb hub and audio things? i probably wont make use of those but meh its always there as an extra option, only downside is the cable is pretty huge because of that.
>>51809134
Can you buy a nice palm rest that would work with a CM Quickfire? The Dell one is molded to fit the keyboard and wouldn't work with another.
>>51809154
Me and my brother both bought the CM Quickfire Rapid and a Grifiti wrist pad for them. The longer Grifiti pad would probably work well if you were buying the full size version. My pad's about a year and a half old and it's fraying a bit, his is about 6 months old and looks great still, but I wouldn't expect them to last forever.
>>51809154
there's generic palmrests, just google to see what other people did
I'd first test without the palm rest to see if it bothers you, so you can use that info to make a purchase decision
>>51796445
Greens are the bomb senpai. if you use anything else, you're probably a scrub
>>51809421
>he doesn't use superior rubber domes
>>51809154
I was thinking of one of these. I like the boob material vs the foam king.
>>51809753
>unironically buying that shit
>>51809753
I think anyone that sees that will think you're a huge fucking faggot
>>51809781
What's wrong with that mouse pad? Meme name aside.
>>51809781
>>51809828
it's not my fault belkin doesn't make 14" rests. If i could find one of them I'd prefer it over gaymer marketed ones
>>51809839
Nothing. But buying from that company automatically makes you a tard
>>51796395
Anyone know any contemporary keyboards that still use bucking spring?
>>51809846
http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,palm_rests&pid=hm_prmb
https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=41
there's plenty of options nig
>>51809912
don't call me a nig just because I don't know your secret handshake sites.
>>51810009
>secret handshake sites
It's literally in the OP pastebins
>>51810061
well fuck, I never checked the where to buy one. I'm sorry for my autism.
so Lenovo is releasing their own version of the Tex Yoda?
>>51810115
to be fair 'mechanicalkeyboards.com' is a bit too obvious
>>51807291
His new desk looks nicer then that old glass one.
>>51810241
You mean this thing?
http://www.thinkworldshop.com.cn/pm/51077.html?twsrm2
>>51810009
you think I do?
>google cmstorm wristrest
>google result -> linustechtips com/main/topic/24203-best-wrist-rest-for-14-keyboards/
>link posted in thread -> geekhack org/index.php?topic=34777.0
practice your google fu, nig
>>51810596
why so much
>>51798258
what mouse is that friend?
>>51810986
Looks like a mionix naos
>>51810765
I checked those, and /r/mechanicalkeyboards wiki. Think I'm just going to make my own wood one. I can't bring myself to spend 30+ on a a plank of wood when I have a shop full of scraps.
What are some stores other than Bestbuy I can go to to try out mechanical keyboard switches? Everytime I go to bestbuy all they have is an MX Red or equivalent and I hate linear switches.
>>51811069
aite gluck anon
>>51798656
browns are fine its a meme. it all goes down to just preference
>>51811110
wonder into power plant. They are bound to have either mx blacks or buckling springs.
>>51798981
>>51798397
>>51798258
>>51804712
>>51810241
wtf are these short keyboards called and where can I get a cheap one
hazard zone: nonmechanical perferably
>>51811269
I think those are called 60%?
IIRC there's also like 40% or something
>>51798656
>>51811200
Not a meme.
Browns are mushy as you actuate them and have an overall underwhelming press.You're better off getting blacks,blues hell even reds then you are getting brown
>>51811331
thank you very much
>>51811055
Yah seems like it, thanks!
>>51798397
what desk is that family?
it looks like Unicomp is still planning to do a tenkeyless keyboard sometime in 2016
>>51811842
>foverwaiting.jpeg
it should be ready late 2014
it should be ready late 2015
sometime in 2016
>>51811467
ikea gerton, just stained darker
>>51811925
I like that layout better
So is there anything with blues I can get for $35 with an ANSI return key
I Just put an order down for a 87 key CODE with green switches. How memed am I /mkg/?
>tfw $307 Aussie funbux
>>51812595
Well memed with ketchup.
I really want a Ducky Shine 5 but they are always sold out. Is there anything similar? I like blue switches.
>>51812756
>they are always sold out
It's a new, hotly-anticipated product.
I'm still waiting for festive keyboard to show dongles.
>>51811269
You can get a rubber dome Happy Hacking Keyboard
>>51813358
you can find those lite 2's on ebay sometimes for under 40 too.
>>51806776
>>51806865
>766 orders
Das Keyboards on suicide watch and this famous keyboard guy quitting his day job to make keyboards day and night.
>>51813455
>767
Fuck, the orders for this are crazy.
>>51806776
I love the layout, but holy fucking shit is that case ugly.
Like so bad that I wont order one.
>>51813951
What do you not like about it? I think the aluminum is pretty spiffy, and I like the blue/white keys with black text too.
>>51809867
unicomp is the only one with manufacturing rights
>>51814129
I wanna say thanks but in desperation I already bought an old F Model IBM. At this point I just hope it works when I get it.
>>51814029
Not him, but for a pretty simple case I think it's a bit too thick.
783/1000 units purchased on meme fox. This looks sweet as fuck and would probably be my end game MKB.
>>51814029
Massive, ugly overall design too. Exposed screws look like shit.
Just really bad.
>>51797181
Shine 3 if you can still find one, I guess
>>51806342
>Mfw too poor to buy a bm
