OP image: Keycool 22key Number pad with MX Clears
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.
Link to old thread pls
>>51760873
how much,and does it numpad codes
>>51761275
$40-$50ish if you can find them in stock, yes.
But the newest ones use Kaihl switches.
Can dinnertime please exclusion to me why some cherry mx sisters end up putting our the switch stem??
>>51761408
what's it called.
>>51761521
Yes
>>51761521
I'll try to translate.
Can someone please explain to me why some cherry mx sisters end up pulling out the switch stem??
>>51761642
keycool 22
>>51760873
>falling for the mechanical meme
Serious question, why can't you just use an amazon basics keyboard? Why does it have to be "mechanical"?
Does it help you to get pubic hair or talk to girls?
>>51761998
user preference
>Does it help you to get pubic hair or talk to girls?
Yes, they talk to you. But mostly it's "can't you type quieter"
>>51761998
My topre feels better, I don't know mane
Just got this today! Blues. Loving it so far.
>>51762622
woah don't know why that pic was so blurry. sorry the lighting in my room sucks.
are the razer switches any good?
>inb4 autists lose their shit because muh gamin
the tenkeyless blackwidow is actually one of the cheapest mechanical boards I can get here
>>51762694
i like mine. went from 6gv2 with blacks to blackwidow. feels like the 6gv2 but its actually nice to type on.
>>51762694
No. Get a quickfire rapid.
>>51762713
They only have rapid-i in stock here and the LED's die like flies on them as far as I've heard.
also they're actually more expensive than the razor board.
>>51762765
Yes, the TKL razer is cheap. I don't think a race to the bottom is a good thing, though. I can't pretend to be an expert on markets outside of the US and Canada, so I won't be able to offer any suggestions.
le mechanical le keyboard le meme.
meme keyboards
>>51762807
alright but is there actually something wrong with the black widow? Do they break easily or something?
I tested it in a store and it feels fine. I don't like the look much but I don't care much either.
>>51761998
It just feels so good on your fingers, anon.
>>51763078
The QC is poor.
>>51763090
IT FEELS THE SAME
YOU PEOPLE AND YOUR PLACEBO KEYBOARDS
>>51763240
>OUR PLACEBO KEYBOARDS
oh come on, for better or worse they are definitely different.
>>51763240
Are you serious? Go to Best Buy and compare blue mechanical switches to regular rubber domes, get back to me with your results.
>>51763078
not worth it at there full price. If you can find with really on sale then it's better. An on sale razer is still better then most of the china filco clones.
>Buys Model M on ebay
>100% positive ratings since 2004
>multiple keys not 'clicking' and only respond when bottomed out hard
>removed one of the caps to check
>spring bent near top
>k.
Shall I just return this or get a partial refund and try to fix it?
If I return it should I get a Unicomp?
>>51763115
Ok I did some reading and it looks like you have a point. Seems like they sell a lot of faulty boards and also they require you to register an account so you can use the software to set it up. wtf?
>>51763340
yes it's on sale for <100€.
when it comes to stuff like mice I'm used to razer being absolutely overpriced compared to the competition but for mechanical keyboards it's the opposite. did I cross the boarder to the twilight zone?
>tfw no wireless mechanical keyboard with touchpad for comfy couch typing
>>51760873
So if I have a korean custom, does that mean all I need is a brocap and I can be cool?
Hey guys:
What are your thoughts on the new Cherry MX Nature White switches and do any of you have them? I'm thinking about getting a Ducky Shine 5 with them.
>>51763394
Wait for the Unicomp tkl. If they never come out with a tkl then fuck'em!
>>51760873
Serious question: Numpads are worthless, nobody is using it.
>>51763838
How did you get this old without knowing what a question is?
>>51763741
:/
I need a nice mech keyboard sooner than that unfortunately. May just give up and go for MX Blues...
>>51763471
>when it comes to stuff like mice I'm used to razer being absolutely overpriced compared to the competition but for mechanical keyboards it's the opposite. did I cross the boarder to the twilight zone?
No, it's just the TKL that's like that.
>>51763661
Pretty sure the boards with them haven't been released yet. It's just a 55g linear.
>>51763741
>Wait for the Unicomp tkl.
skeleton_on_a_park_bench.jpg
>>51761998
Fuck off
Granpa here.
I finished my daily accounting.
I'm up $852 thus far
(going to type my legacy captcha with numpad too)
>>51764599
hey gramps
what are you doing on tihs site
have u taken ur medicine yet
>>51761998
Choices equal freedom, anon.
Do you hate freedom or something?
>>51765916
Why do you need a gun? Are you are murderer?
>>51765916
What mag extension are you suing on that M&P? I've got a M&P9L that I wanan get a few extensions for but read mixed reviews.
>>51763904
I think he's trying to meme.
>>51760873
Could I buy that shit, rotate the keys 90 degrees and use it as one of those retarded gaming pads to save wear and tear on my main KB?
>>51766838
>>51765916
That's for /k/
>>51766877
Guns are technology Plus /k/ is the worst place on the internet to talk about guns. All the fun threads moved to /out/
>>51766807
>need
>>51765916
Nice guns
Shit switch
>>51766807
SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED
I work as a tax analyst. I could use this fucker.
>>51762694
no. surprisingly enough razer stopped using the khail switches right around the time the cherry MX patent expired and khails actually became decent.
they did this in favor of their own proprietary switch type, which are absolute garbage and feel no different than a $3 rubber dome keyboard, and good luck trying to find keycap replacements.
>>51766873
maybe.
you should try it and see.
>>51766838
Arredondo, but I do not recommend them for srs bsns, use 17 round factory instead. Pretty much for range funs only, the retention bracket is plastic and the extendos can pop off if dropped while loaded, bukakkeing your rounds everywhere. Most embarassing. Also when Arredondo says "adds 5 or 6" they mean "adds 4 with gorilla strength, or 5 if you want to deform your springs." Taylor makes excellent aluminum clip extenders, but they're bulky, ugly and twice as expensive.
If Arredondo changed their retention plate to aluminum or used an unbreakable system like Taylor they'd be fantastic. They'd probably also be just as expensive.
>>51767332
>clip
>>51762622
There are new people in this thread. You should include the model so they know what it is.
>>51765916
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO6XEQIsCoM
>>51768322
FREEDOM FREEDOM FREEDOM FREEDOM FREEDOM FREEDOM FREEDOM
>>51768442
You can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink
>>51768472
oh yeah, fucking watch me. Chuck the son of a bitch in a heavy metal cage and drop him in the middle of the pacific, I'll be damned if he doesn't drink and drink until it grows gills.
>>51768472
SSSUCHHHHHH
FUCCCCKKKKKINNNNNNGG
FREEEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMMMMMMMM
>>51768876
What do you need those for? Are you a Isis?
>>51768876
you tryna start a war m80
I'm worried there's something wrong with my Model M. I have it attached via a PS/2 to USB cable, and for some reason it's causing my PC to lock up repeatedly when typing, eventually spitting out a line of gibberish.
Could this be the Model M or is it more likely a problem with the adapter? I unfortunately don't have any other PS/2 peripherals to test the adapter with, and don't have a PS/2 port to test the Model M with.
>>51768876
i want a gun and now im jealous
you have more guns than i ever will
I'm looking to get a full sized budget mechanical keyboard with browns, preferably not too GAMER
CMStorm Quickfire XT is the best choice, right?
Just doublechecking, since last time I looked shit up was quite a while ago
Are model ms worth it? I see so many varying prices on ebay, I don't really know what to pay for one.
>>51768311
this
what kind of a keyboard is that?
>>51769077
One at a time, Bruce. There's no time like the present to get started.
>>51770236
Proper IBM Model M keyboards go for anywhere from $20 to $60 USD, usually. I'm pretty sure all of the IBM ones use the AT connector, the PS/2 model was manufactured by Lexmark, and a decent used one should run you no more than $40 since they're less desirable than the IBM models.
Model M clones can have wildly varying prices, with modern Unicomps going for around $80. I'd stay away from anything that isn't a proper Model M or a Unicomp.
>>51768876
>>51768442
So glad I left the states before I started collecting guns.
I woulda blown so much fucking cash.
I was about to buy a semi-auto shotgun for duck hunting before I left.
K65 anon here
5 months without a failure
All LEDs operate and cycle colors properly
is the corsair=shit meme dead yet?
>>51770298
>I'm pretty sure all of the IBM ones use the AT connector, the PS/2 model was manufactured by Lexmark
No, the proper IBM ones have interchangeable cables. You can buy an AT Model M and replace the AT cable with a PS/2 one easily. The Lexmark ones have fixed cables and mostly only came as PS/2.
>>51770402
>No, the proper IBM ones have interchangeable cables. You can buy an AT Model M and replace the AT cable with a PS/2 one easily. The Lexmark ones have fixed cables and mostly only came as PS/2.
No shit. Well, you learn something everyday, I guess. I've only owned Lexmarks, but I might look into getting an actual IBM Model M if the cables are interchangeable.
>>51768656
you are what is wrong with the world. I hope you die slowly and in suffering
>>51770382
just wait until you are out of warranty...
>>51766807
He puts it in the picture to annoy people like you
>>51769899
Yeah, it's a good choice.
>>51770382
Is that an RGB model? Those aren't known for LEDs dying (not to say they can't, it's just not an unreasonable amount).
>>51769899
>all places don't sell it anymore
well fuck
Convince me not to buy cm storm quickfire tk red switch.
>>51770867
Ew.
>>51770877
Do tell.
>>51770867
>reds
baka desu senpai
>>51770962
What's wrong with reds?
>>51771007
nothing, some just see them as first time buyer switches and snub their noses at them
>>51765916
I wonder what this person looks like
>>51770769
Yeah, newer-production RGB. Heard there were QC issues with the red-lit and early RGB ones.
There's an anon with a K70 RGB whose LEDs are failing, but allegedly they're different keyboards internally. Saw a couple reviews of the K65 before I got it that seemed to indicate it was a problem with the tenkeyless models too, but mine is golden.
I don't run an animated colorscheme either, which probably helps.
"gaymen" bullshit and ricer beacons aside, it's a really good keyboard.
Now if only the software could take data from a game (tire temp in a racing sim?) and display it in the lighting as something useful, it might actually be worth the price.
>>51771084
>>51770867
>red switch
BUT WHY
>>51771038
Aren't the colors basically just difference feels and response? Blues (from what I have read) seem to be the most noisy which isn't what I want.
This is it /g/
I'm going to put my foot down on getting a CODE with green switches because I can't find any other board with them that is simple.
Convince me why I should/shouldn't do it. Also fullsize or TKL?
>>51771154
>Aren't the colors basically just difference feels and response?
Yep. Not so much the response bit though, just a difference in how they feel and sound. You should get a switch tester and figure out which one you like the most from that.
Reds take a while to get used to, as they offer no tactile feedback and feel weird as hell to type on at first. I like my reds, though.
>>51771154
I'm fairly sure browns are the beginner's go to switch. they have the tactile bump, so you know when it actuates, but they don't have the seperate block so it's not super loud clicks
reds are just flat all the way down, so because of that they have a faster response (so better for competitive twitch games like FPS), but it takes longer to get used to where it actuates so you don't slam down the keys until they bottom out, whereas with browns & blues (and their heavier/lighter variants) you can actually feel where the button gets pressed
It's really recommended to test switches before you buy a keyboard.
I think red has the most popularity along with blue, blues are known for CLICKCLACKCLICKCLACK CLACK CLICK CLICK CLICK
reds are known because PRO GAMER LEET SUPER HIGH SKILLS
I think this is also why so many people are disappointed with the feel of their keyboard when they get reds & they don't do the research
But, if you want a linear switch that doesn't get lighter or heavier or gives any notification, reds/blacks are the ones for you.
Reds are also the lightest switches amongst the popular ones IIRC
>>51770468
yeah yeah yeah
let me hear it again
>it'll fail in a month!
>just give it three months!
>wait until the warranty runs out, then you'll be sorry!
I will continue to update /g/ on the status of my shitboard until it actually fails in some way. Generally, I don't consider a keyboard to have failed until an alpha key becomes unreliable, at which point I just replace it instead of bothering with warranty claims. A keyboard is like a clutch in your car -- You can spend a lot of money and get a really good one that makes every stroke feel like sex, but it's still a consumable item that degrades with use.
>>51771257
I like blues for gaming because the microswitch click immediately conjures up the feeling of an arcade machine's buttons.
Interestingly and off-topic I took the dome light out of my car and found its switches were manufactured by Alps and could be easily removed from the assembly and replaced. Never seen anything like that on such a trivial piece of equipment.
>>51771243
>>51771257
You guys basically just convinced me not to get a red. I want feedback on the board and maybe I'll deal with the clicky blues. I'll just test both brown and blue. Thanks anons.
>>51771234
TKL because separate numpad > fixed right side numpad
Also stop posting that semen demon (male)
>>51771339
Is there such a thing as a good cheap numpad that actually has number scancodes.
>>51771331
>brown
actually wanting to type on SHIT
do yourself a favor and get clears
>>51771331
>hasn't read descriptions of switches or tried them at a store
Nigga what are you doing?
>>51771360
I have read about them but I haven't tried them yet. Hence why I'm asking on this board
>>51771319
Wait are you saying its and ALPS locking switch? Thats pretty cool.
>>51771346
Keycool 22, npkc gpad (have to DIY it from a npkc switch tester)
Goldtouch keypad is pricier but has a ton of symbols, Leopold makes one as well
>>51771466
what about http://winkeyless.kr/product/b-pad-x2-pcb/
>>51771497
If you can into soldering and find a case for it then it shouldn't be a problem
Don't know about the scancodes tho
So what's a good budget MX brown keyboard now that quickfires seem to be sold out everywhere
>>51763838
Wrong.
>>51771687
Azio MGK1.
mx clears aren't available in an rgb backlit variant, are they?
also, thoughts on the ducky shine 4 & 5's cable routing? looking at the underside of that thing, that design looks not very durable.
>>51772063
Unfortunately they are not.
I haven't had any problems with the Shine 4's cable routing so far. I'm not sure why they didn't just make it go straight, but this doesn't seem a whole lot less durable.
Aside from which, the mini-usb port isn't directly attached to the PCB (found this out when I opened it to swap the shift key for a lighter switch), so if it should actually break out of the housing, repairing it should be a rather simple matter.
>>51771957
is this just a k70 clone?
>>51771957
>kailh
>>51772237
I saw that
>>51772675
It's the same spec key, and pretty much an exact copy.
They're both made in China. They both have the same actuation force.
Zero tangible differences.
>>51770867
none standard keycap size
>>51763394
Pay unicomp some moneyz and they'll repair and clean it all out.
>>51763574
>Touchpad
>Couch
>Comfy
More like fractured wrist.
>>51763838
Standalone numpads, maybe. But keyboards with numpads are pure bliss, tenkeyless faggots need to selfkill afap.
>>51772831
>Impying someone new to MKs will change caps
>>51772904
>implying planning ahead isn't important because MKs last forever and he'll probably want to customize it down the line
If he wants a cheap MK he should just buy a KUL ES87 and at least then it'll be high-quality and have a standard key size
>>51773128
Shit is expensive as fuck and not really sold here in Canadia. I can go to my local store and get a cm storm for 120.
>>51773203
>for 120
sweet jesus
also doesn't massdrop ship pretty cheaply to canada?
>>51773203
>Shit is expensive as fuck
$160 is not an expensive MK.
>and not really sold here in Canadia
I live in Ontario and was able to get mine shipped here just fine
Go buy a CM Storm if you want but the alternatives are much better and not that much more expensive.
>>51773326
>$160 is not an expensive MK
What would you consider an expensive MK?
Most of the stuff I see which is considered higher end is all usually under 160.
Unless you're talking about custom keyboards.
>>51773326
Considering you can get a wide range of MKs for less than $100, yes, a MK that is more than 50% higher priced is "expensive"
>>51773349
>What would you consider an expensive MK?
$200 or more
>>51773365
>Considering you can get a wide range of MKs for less than $100
Only walmart and gaymer brands though, with poor build quality.
>>51773523
>$200 or more
Got any examples?
>>51773529
https://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se19e0
https://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=pfu_keyboards,hhkbpro2&pid=pdkb400b
https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1323
>>51773558
Anything other than topre keyboards?
>>51773326
I wasn't able to find any KUL es87 MK. Not in Canada anyway. Besides CM storm, what MK are you suggesting?
>>51773568
http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/aviator/aviator.htm
I got this sexy thing awhile back. The green and blue switches are amazing. Playing tank on grim fandango using the black and red switches is really satisfying.
>>51773568
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/steelseries-apex-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-black/1313355344.p?id=mp1313355344&skuId=1313355344
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsair-k70-rgb-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-black/1312359572.p?id=mp1312359572&skuId=1312359572
http://www.amazon.ca/s/ref=sr_st_price-desc-rank?keywords=mechanical+keyboard&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Amechanical+keyboard&qid=1449681913&sort=price-desc-rank
also if you don't live in America you end up paying $50-60 more for MKs so $150 can easily be $200+ after shipping and conversion
>>51773615
https://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=keyed_up_labs,tenkeyless
$130
>>51773643
Yeah but that's not including shipping and handling which is 35 bucks. No thanks.
So what's the best keyboard that has programmable macro keys, usb port, and headphone and microphone jack? The one I have now is a [spoiler]Razer Blackwidow[/spoiler] and it's starting to actually go out on me.
>>51773707
No mech
>>51773703
So $45 more than the Storm? I think it's worth it when you compare build quality and the fact that you get standard key sizes with KUL, but do whatever man.
>>51773753
My main focus is something that's relatively small. The keyboard I have now is way too big (cheap 35 dollar one).
Does amazon do sales on random small name mechanical keyboards (like http://www.amazon.com/Azio-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard-MGK1-K/dp/B010M53SLU ) during christmas or so?
I'm not sure if I should just get it or wait for a better price
http://www.amazon.com/Redragon-Backlit-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard/dp/B016MBNR8M
did anyone try this?
what are the chances that it's not shit?
>>51774300
Given the price in relation to the features, and the amount of marketing buzzwords, I'd say that there's a good chance that it's shit.
>minimalist floating aluminum chassis
>minimalist
>>51774300
>Custom mechanical switches (Cherry Green equivalent) for ultimate gaming performance
Not worth it most likely, you can get a much better keyboard with real Cherry switches for $80-100.
I have a Logitech G9x, it's my third one and my favorite mouse ever. It has been discontinued and my right click is beginning to lose responsiveness. I use all the weights and the square body. Is there another mouse out there for me?
At what point would you guys be willing to sacrifice switches for a deal?
I'm looking around to find the best deal on an XT and I found a local shop that has a single model of the XT with blue caps and it's around 30€ cheaper than other sites I can find. Problem is I'm looking for browns because I think blues will get annoying pretty fast, plus I don't want to annoy others
>>51774545
Get it.Browns are mushy dogshit.
Get some o-rings to help with the noise
>>51774565
isn't the only way to help with the noise on blues (& variants) doing the ghetto thing and wiring them shut or some shit
[spoiler]what are they called again? jailed blues? Right, jailhouse blues[/spoiler]
>>51774674
You could probably glue them. But then if you didn't like the result your stuck with it
I bought a KBP V60 Mini – Matias Quiet Click.
I dont really know why i got it, but i can type pretty good and it saves ALOT of desk space.
I have some questions for anybody who might have this model.
1. Where is the software for this product? I could not find it on kbp website, but found it on some firmware on a facebook post by somebody.
2. what are the switches on the back of the keyboard?
3. What does the light do other than light up. this model has only one led and thats beside the shift key. it lights up when i press shift entell
>>51776728
1. What do you need software for? I have this same board and never wanted to use it for anything. I don't think there is any.
2. They change the layout a bit (look for the manual), like FN on Caps an stuff.
3. If the light besides Shift is on, your shift, ctrl, win and fn key become cursor keys. Pretty nice imo.
>>51776728
you bought a 60% keyboard, with matias switches nonetheless, and you have no idea about how to use it?
I cannot help but tell you that this is funny. That's some serious niche shit (shit not in a bad sense) that you got yourself there. Is this your first mech?
>>51776728
Mine. Since I got the TEX case, this board is so freaking silent. Just waiting for the lube to silence that spacebar a little.
So how about mice, do you guys have a rec list for those too, I need a new one but everything is gaming tier and I don't want an ugly looking gaming mouse like those disgusting Death Adders or whatever they're called. I just want something decent.
>>51776975
well i have very minor chatter on one key, the comma key, once in a while if i hit the comma key softly it types 2 commas.
the shift light is on, having these keys become cursor keys is nice
>>51776980
Yes
>>51777032
its not that silent, watch this vid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNmaWobWWCw [embed]
>>51777205
i found a firmware update for it, downloaded it for the problem i was having
>>51777205
It is, as soon as you get a TEX case. With the standard case it is loud as hell though, so you got a point.
>>51777588
>>51776980
>>51776975
what do you guys think about putting LED's on this keyboard? im going to try and do that. if you could recommend some resources/links that would be helpful
>>51778216
I can tell just how new you are to this.
Here are multiple reasons why this will not work with almost 100% certainty:
1. The PCB does most likely not accommodate for LEDs
2. Matias switches most certainly don't accommodate for LEDs (they are a continuation of the ALPS switch, which doesn't accommodate for LEDs. I wouldn't know how you'd get an LED in to one of those without redesigning half the switch)
3. You'll somehow have to get the LEDs out of your microsoft keyboard. It doesn't really matter what type of LED is in there since the classic LED or SMD LEDs would work, but just getting them out in the first place could be difficult depending on how the board is constructed.
4. You'll probably also have to solder in resistors so that the LEDs don't get blown the fuck out the moment you plug your keyboard in. I highly doubt that the PCB accommodates for these too.
Just because there are some indicator LEDs on the board does not mean that the whole keyboard is designed to fit LEDs. You can go ahead and try though, let us know in case you succeed.
Is there anyplace that sells double shot winkeys with the 95 logo? Like pic related
probably ebay and look for someone selling g80/g81 keycaps?
What is would do for one of these sexy ass industrial model ms
What's the difference between a single layer PCB and a dual layer PCB in a keyboard?
>>51778743
A dual layer PCB is more durable since even if a solder joint breaks on one part of the PCB (or some other part of the PCB goes dandy) there's still a second layer which still be perfectly fine.
Though you'll either need a keyboard that has some horrible soldering work or a really brutal pair of hands to make some part of your PCB break in the first place.
Is there a place to buy keycaps for a model m?
>>51778791
Is it a meme like "Military" grade motherboards.
>>51780127
http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/category/Buttons ?
>>51763838
that's weird because i use mine all the time
>>51780509
you must be an accountant
>>51780509
10/10 would do taxes with
>>51780553
*retard
>>51778254
i understand
1. i think the pcb does accommodate for LED's, kbp v60 does kbp v60 matias quiet click should too :S
2. " http://deskthority.net/wiki/Matias_switch " Matias switches are based heavily on the simplified Alps design. The shell is completely transparent, allowing for LEDs to be mounted directly underneath the switch. Alps-type switches with tactile and click leaves do not have room for an integrated LED, and having the switch lit from below is Matias's alternative to using linear switches with integrated LEDs for lock keys."
3. I have found a tutorial on how to do that
4. Yeah thats going to be the hard part, if you could send me some resources/links that would be helpful
Anyways thanks for your help, i'm a complete noob please forgive me for any mistakes. Im currently gathering links about how to do this, will archive this thread as well.
>>51780553
>implying accounting is the only scenario where you'd input numbers or use arrows/home/end/pg up/down
>>51763838
I bet you use a meme <tkl keyboard
>>51780509
like this faggot
>>51780830
also dorf fortress
lol who needs to type numbers in 2015
is Topre worth the price tag over cherry MX?
>>51780830
what keyboard is that
im thinking kul es87 but im probably wrong (im always wrong, ask my mom)
Anyone got a respectable "gaming" (that is to say, n-key capable or semi) that doesn't have LEDs/backlighting?
pic related is my current piece of shit.
>>51781393
KUL ES-87
I don't know, I've been pretty happy having a separate numpad on my left with my keyboard centered. I usually just push it aside when I'm not using it.
>>51781427
Anything similar but with the ten key?
But I can see why some might prefer it to be attached on a full sized board.
>>51781471
>>51781490
Do you always use those caps or is it a festive Christmas thing?
>>51781509
maybe that anon is an Elf or Santa
>>51781509
just a festive Christmas thing.
>>51781536
did you get my xmas letter?
>>51781549
i outsource that sort of stuff, sorry.
>>51781393
>that is to say, n-key capable or semi
Basically every mech can do NKRO on the matrix.
If you're talking about the USB limitation, it's 4 modifiers+6 non modifiers, it's really hard to blow past that.
>>51781536
looks like a watermelon keyboard
are you black or something?
its just a keyboard jesus fucking christ..
does it type? okay cool ill buy it
>>51781775
>its just a keyboard
But can you buy and trade keycaps for your keyboard like pogs?
>>51781775
your post reminds me of this chick i know who doesn't get why people would ever spend a lot of money at gourmet restaurants "when you're just going to crap the food out eventually."
>>51781775
>does it type? okay cool ill buy it
Oh boy, do I have the product for you!
http://www.amazon.com/Datamancer-The-Seafarer-Keyboard/dp/B00WDKB2GG
>>51781745
no, i just like being festive.
>>51781834
does flipping the space bar actually have any benefits? I feel like if i do it I fell for a big troll.
>>51781849
I do it and I personally think its more comfortable, rather than your thumb pushing on an edge it pushes on a nice surface at the same angle that your thumb rests as
>>51781849
Do you really think it's an elaborate prank? That everyone you see with memebars are only doing it so you would try it out only to find out you don't like it? Is having to flip your spacebar back in such an event some kind of grave personal loss?
Maybe people just like it.
Looks like Matt3o's whitefox is going up on MD soon. The "true fox" layout seems nice.
>>51781903
i'd buy those keycaps, not digging the case though
>>51768442
>those suppressors
Literally for what purpose?
>>51781916
The caps are attractive, but I don't have a compact board for them. Agreed on the case, though - something about it leaves me unimpressed.
>>51781920
Not damaging your ears as much at the range or hunting
It's not just for James bond shit
Also,
>Tfw I got a corsair k70 but don't want to post in here because you'll all bully me
>>51781834
your keyboard is honestly triggering me.
>>51781903
>tfw still waiting for Matt3o to put his Topre PBT spacebars up again
>>51780509
Tha fuck is the spacebar?
>>51780509
>>>/reddit/
>>51782267
whywouldyouneedaspacebarwhenyouhave3controlkeys?
>>51780509
>M1 Garand mat
>the bezels on that numberpad
>the keycaps on that board
>the weird layout on that board
>the billiard ball mouse
>that weird face on that wrist rest
>>51778662
>tell dad about model Ms because he went to some store and found it sold some old keyboards
>he goes back
>says there's a model M there for 5€
I'm not sure if I should trust him, it might just be a random IBM
Any info about keycaps? I think all I've seen is shitting on abs caps and "doubleshot" all over massdrop
>>51783308
might just be virgins shitposting to feel like they have the superior
>>51763838
>>51780509
>>51780553
>>51760873
>>51764599
TFW I actually use my standalone numpad for accounting-ish work. I do admin/taxes for businesses' retirement plan.
I have pic related and use it all the time when working from home.
>>51781393
literally every not complete shit mech with ps/2 (excluding the model M)
>>51783750
>not using a bluetooth mech
wew lad
>>51783731
>>51783750
c-cute
is it just me or do vendor sites hate brown switches
they seem to always be less available and/or more expensive than the red/blue (sometimes even black) variants
>>51784136
nah
it depends on supply of those switches
sometimes blues are lower in price
sometimes reds
what is this keyboard /g/? i can get it for 15 euroshekels, it says it is mechanical but i can't see manufacturer/model/switch type?
>>51784305
this is on the back
>>51784305
>russian keys
how many bottles of vodka were you able to pour ou tof it?
Got this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SX4XDNQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
Super satisfied with it, especially for the price. Coming from an old Dell rubber dome keyboard (served me well, but I wanted something smaller and mechanical), the difference is huge. I am to understand that the switches are not Cherry MX Blues but some ripoff, but they feel great.
The keycaps are not good, I dislike the text and they feel kinda weird, but I'll be replacing them soon. Suggestions for a good set of black keycaps w/ non-goofy lettering?
Would absolutely recommend the board, though.
>>51784442
>These are the same switches you'll find in Thermaltake Poseidons, Das Keyboards, and yes, Razer too. Kailh might be a clone, but they got the message and their quality is top notch.
>Das Keyboards
wat
>>51784545
Lol idk what that guy was talking about either, but he is right in suggesting that the switches are quality stuff. I really, really like this thing. I am sure I will eventually get the bug to get a fancy compact board, but this'll certainly do for now.
>>51784569
>I can get a ducky zero for ~10$ more because of import fees
Electronics are so much cheaper in the US though, holy fuck
Talking about the ducky zero, is it actually remotely as well made as other ducky boards? I'm afraid to get one because I think they might have compromised too much to make a budget board. People are saying it's higher quality than the cmstorm quickfire lineup, but I'm not sure if they just say that because of the ducky brand name
Can you minimize the sound of blue switches by typing as softly as possible or does it still click clack loudly no matter what
>>51770382
My friends K75 RGB was completely kill after only about a month, you just got lucky with their shitty QC.
>>51784996
could try O-rings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsQCoFqlg1M
>>51780626
Huh, interesting.
Well, good luck to you in that case. I am still somewhat doubtful about using the LEDs from your other keyboard, but getting them out should probably be a relatively simple matter of desoldering.
Other than that, you can purchase various LEDs here (http://www.gonskeyboardworks.com/) in case it doesn't work out with the LEDs from your old keyboard.
Do report back if it works, now I'm curious.
>>51781180
How do you like the HHKB?
How do you deal with having the function keys only on the FN layer?
I use the FN keys a lot and I'm torn between a realforce TKL and a HHKB. The realforce is far more functional, but the HHKB layout seems really comfy and is just pure sex in terms of aesthetics. I'd go for the HHKB instantly if it weren't for the FN keys being on a function layer.
>>51785196
How much do they affect feel anyway
>>51785522
>gons
Overpriced as fuck.
>>51780626
>>51778216
that's the backside of the keyboard, maybe it helps you a little bit.
>>51785691
They reduce travel by a considerate amount, I've taken them off though after a while since I type hard
I have to say, the tactile zealios are slightly underwhelming. I like the smoothness of the linear ones and would probably install them on my modifiers, but I still prefer clears with their increasing resistance as one bottoms out.
I JUST WANT A FUCKING NUMPAD WITH BLUE CHERRIES AND ACTUAL NUM SCANCODES, IS THAT SO HARD?
>>51784305
i bet it's one of those AT BTC keyboards. they have a mechanical-ish feel that's actually enjoyable.
i have one i converted into something hacker-ish.
>>51781871
I'm going to try it when my new board comes in today.
>>51781874
desu I thought it was something /g/ did to troll leddit
>>51786606
Try geekkeys techkeys
One of them has Leopold numpads I don't remember which one though
>>51786900
It's a reddit meme actually, and ripster's cult might be within our ranks
Before you ask, ripster is THE mechanical keyboard autist whose egoism got him exiled from geekhack thus he decided to build his cult of personality on leddit instead, where the echo chamber constantly fellates his epeen
>>51785691
Softer landing.
They dampen the clack and make you less conscious about bottoming out.
Travel distance isn't noticeably different if you use 1.5 mm o-rings.
>>51784996
you can remove the clack by not bottoming out or using O rings
you can't remove the clack without modding the switches
>>51786606
No, there's a cheap one that should be readily available.
>>51787205
can't remove the click*
>>51786900
>desu I thought it was something /g/ did to troll leddit
I don't know where to begin.
Alright, reposting in the correct thread:
Sup /g/, I'm in the market for a new keyboard.
I don't *really* need a new one, but my old Microsoft wired 600 has the bad habit of randomly freezing in DIRT Rally, and it used to freeze even out of game some time ago (it just stopped doing that, weird)
Since its a pain in the butt when it happens, and I wouldn't mind a better keyboard, I was thinking about spending some money.
Problem is, Logical Increments is woefully outdated, and all guides I find don't yield much when it comes to european keyboards.
So, to the point:
No microsoft, Italian layout is a plus but anything QWERTY goes, mechanical is not a necessity but if it is, it needs to be as silent as a rubber dome.
99% of intensive use will be gaming. I like my buttons to be light. Extra macro/bindable keys are very welcome, backlighting is okay too.
So far I found the Zowie Celeritas... but it costs like 150€ here. So, in that pricerange I got a big issue: The Logitech G910 Orion Spark offers much more than any competitor.
- Razer BlackWidow Chroma: too expensive, and the non-chroma version is just too expensive compared to the features of the G910
- Same goes for the Deathstalker, I'd be buying a rubber dome with cheap backlighting and no extra features for nearly the price of a G910...
- Zowie Celeritas would be cool but again, less features than the G910, same price, and I also cannot find it in a good layout. (the only one without added shipping price on amazon is fucking french)
- Corsair K70, same price as the G910, less features
- Corsair K95 gets my dick really hard but it's way out of budget
So... any help? Any opinions on the Logitech G910? Because it's the main deal breaker here: I could get any other keyboard, but the Logitech G910 has full RGB and a dickload of features for a fraction of the price.
The other option is going "fuck everything" and dumping 200€+ on a Corsair K95. Would that be a good idea? Or just insane?
>>51787612
oh I forgot: I NEED A NUMPAD. Can't be tenkeyless, can't be mixed with the arrow keys. Bigger the better. (I play a lot of simulators)
>>51787612
have a look at CMStorm Quickfire XT, Ducky Zero, Azio MGK, Rosewill RK9000 (though I assume you're from europe so I doubt you'll find this one) for some full sized budget keyboards
brown, red or black cherry like switches
(don't know silent alp switches)
look on local gaming or tech forums to find people discussing sites that sell mechanical keyboards with italian layouts
>>51781180
I just recently picked mine up, though it's a type-S, where did you get your wrist rest? I'm still adapting to mine, after coming from a full size ducky shine 2 with black switches.
>>51763838
This imbecile can't even form a proper question.
Join the master race
>>51788766
>hey, what keyboard you want
>gimme dat expensive rubber dome
>say no more
>>51788870
you have never used one right?
>>51788766
>the menu key plastic distortion
TOP WEW M8
>tfw Shine 5 dispatched and on the way
