[LuHua]

Hey guys, I just want some help with choosing a mechanical keyboard.

Budget: $100-150 all in
Looking for something with Cherry MX Reds/Browns/Maybe Blacks
It'll have to be pretty small, a normal sized keyboard should work but I think the Corsair K90 may be a little on the big side for me. It's still a consideration though.

I'm working with an Everglide DKTboard right now, it's alright but the keypresses don't feel too smooth and the keys are pretty heavy. How are MX Blacks compared to the stiffer rubber domes?

[Hehe]

I had WASD and liked it very much until I moved into a smaller place and wife can't stand the noise. :fuckthatshit:

Someone at work has a DAS (not sure about the model) and it felt very comfortable when I typed on it. The feedback was just right.

[3klipze]

CM Storm QuickFire Pro - Cooler Master (http://www.coolermaster-usa.com/product.php?product_id=3080&product_name=CM)

used one before, highly recommended.

[NSX]

^^ I got the Metadot DAS keyboard. Solid Keyboard.
Also have the Razer Blackwidow. Heavier keys than the DAS but i like it a bit more than the DAS

[dyan]

I'm using the blackwidow right now. Its a bit noisy, but I soon got to love the sound it makes :p.

However if you're looking for black switches, the Steelseries 6Gv2 is pretty good.

[LuHua]

Ah, thanks guys. I ended up getting one of these: Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8 Blue Backlit Mechanical Keyboard (http://www.maxkeyboard.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=1)

I pretty much got free shipping on it, and it has full backlighting so hope it works out.

[dasani604]

I'm also looking for a mechanical keyboard and I've narrowed down and there are 3 that I'm looking at:

CoolerMaster Quickfire Pro (already mentioned)
Steelseries 6v2
Steelseries 7

From past Steelseries products that I've used, it seems like their products are of high quality. I've read a few reviews on each of these and the lack of a numpad on the QuickfirePro is slightly a turn-off. I'm still quite unsure on which of these I should get - could I have some opinions please?

[bobola]

^^ I think the coolermaster comes in all 4 switches...
So that a plus..

I had the steelseries the builds is very durable..
But then, I didnt like the black switches cause they were too stiff..
So I went for the reds instead.

Depend on what switches you want!!

*Edit*
Rosewill Cherry Red is on sale for $80 at newegg if anyone interested...

[3klipze]

Just a quick curious question for those who are looking into getting a mechanical keyboard.
1) What is your usage for the keyboards?
2) Are you just sick of the normal membrane because they don't feel as solid?

[LuHua]

Just a quick curious question for those who are looking into getting a mechanical keyboard.
1) What is your usage for the keyboards?
2) Are you just sick of the normal membrane because they don't feel as solid?

1: Typing with some gaming; I'm in university so when it comes down to lab reports or research and papers I'd like something easy to type with.
2: Not sick of them but with the ones I have right now I can't type fast with them, it takes a bit of effort. One has a long keystroke, and the other one has stiff keys (gaming keyboard). Best one in my possession right now imo is the one on my XPS 1530 laptop.


I'm also looking for a mechanical keyboard and I've narrowed down and there are 3 that I'm looking at:

CoolerMaster Quickfire Pro (already mentioned)
Steelseries 6v2
Steelseries 7

From past Steelseries products that I've used, it seems like their products are of btwhigh quality. I've read a few reviews on each of these and the lack of a numpad on the QuickfirePro is slightly a turn-off. I'm still quite unsure on which of these I should get - could I have some opinions please?
btw the QuickFire Pro is not tenkeyless, it has the full numpad
http://ncix.com/products/?sku=70281&vpn=SGK-4010-GKCM1&manufacture=COOLERMASTER
http://www.coolermaster-usa.com/product.php?product_id=3080&product_name=CM%20Storm%20QuickFire%20Pro
The one at NCIX uses MX browns, and if you want the non-tactile MX reds then there's the Corsair K60 too.

[dyan]

^
Once you go mechanical, you won't want to go back... trust me. I'm using a mechanical at home, and when I use the school lab computers, they feel so dull. :p Also, the feel is so different haha.

[m3thods]

^
Once you go mechanical, you won't want to go back... trust me. I'm using a mechanical at home, and when I use the school lab computers, they feel so dull. :p Also, the feel is so different haha.

This.

For those of you who are in here wondering about what switches to get, you really have to go in store (or a friends) and try them out. It's all personal preference/typing style.

For me personally- I tried blacks first. They were sort of stiff, but I could roll off keys easily as I didn't have to bottom out to get back up (I'm a lazy typer). I went to try blues, and they're easier to depress than blacks imo, but boy are they loud. That said, I LOVE the feedback (tactile mostly), since you know for sure when you hit a key. People say blues are a lot like the IBM M keyboards, but to me the IBMs were better (the blues were softer, if that makes sense). Reds are just softer blacks, so I was bottoming out all the time which I didn't like.

I haven't tried browns, but according to my logic above, they should be my favorite. That said, I'll probably pick one up for work in the future, as my Ergo4000 is driving me nuts.


My usage? maybe 20% gaming, and the rest is short typing bursts (IMs, surfing). I'd imagine if you game A LOT, I'd go with Blacks/Reds.

[belaud]

Best keyboard is Cherry Red's (Steelseries 6GV2, Das Keyboard ULTIMATE, Corsair K90)

I personally use the Steelseries 6Gv2, its basic and I don't ever use any functions, so I don't bother with something as flashy as the K90.

[Purely]

Looking into getting a mechanical keyboard for the first time, how much louder are they in general compared to a regular keyboard?

[StylinRed]

^^^ i cant imagine them being louder than typewriters (if you've never experienced a real typewriter then fuck you :P)

and most these mechanical keyboards offer sound dampening gaskets for an extra price it would seem

[dyan]

Looking into getting a mechanical keyboard for the first time, how much louder are they in general compared to a regular keyboard?

Unless you get blue switches, most of them aren't that much louder. It's also personal preference.. at first when i first got my mechanical keyboard (blue switches) i HATED the noise. But now, I wouldn't use anything other than it :)

[LuHua]

I'd probably compare blues to pen clicking, the others are pretty quiet if you can avoid bottoming out, you can also put in dampening rings/rubber washers to ease off the noise. Only the first 2 mm of travel is needed anyways.

Well, quieter than a pen actually...but I didn't like the blackwidow too much when I tried it because of it.

[m3thods]

Looking into getting a mechanical keyboard for the first time, how much louder are they in general compared to a regular keyboard?

If you're a lazy typer like me, blacks can be REALLY quiet. Since the actuation point is about midway (you don't have to bottom out), you can really roll off keys for fast typing. The downside is that you don't have feedback, so you will probably have tons of errors.

Pen-clicking is a good comparison to blues. Browns (from what I've seen on youtube) are quite a bit quieter, but still have that nice click. I'm waiting for more options locally, as buying on Amazon (say, for a Filco) is actually more expensive than buying here.

On a side note- How are people saying "switch x is better"? It's really personal preference..:suspicious:

[Brianrietta]

I'm also looking for a mechanical keyboard and I've narrowed down and there are 3 that I'm looking at:

CoolerMaster Quickfire Pro (already mentioned)
Steelseries 6v2
Steelseries 7

From past Steelseries products that I've used, it seems like their products are of high quality. I've read a few reviews on each of these and the lack of a numpad on the QuickfirePro is slightly a turn-off. I'm still quite unsure on which of these I should get - could I have some opinions please?

I've had a 7G for 3 years or so now. Love it. The oversized wristrest is ridiculously comfortable (although you'll need a large desk). Quality as you mentioned is absolutely top notch. I bought it primarily for gaming although I love it all around. It did take a few days to get used to the single backspace from years of using double backspaced keyboards. I don't notice it at all anymore. I do love being able to plug my mouse (Steelseries Ikari - also love it) into the keyboard as it's one less cable I have to run from the tower.

[bobola]

Looking into getting a mechanical keyboard for the first time, how much louder are they in general compared to a regular keyboard?

There are these "O rings" mod where you put small rubber o rings inside the keycap...

It just soften the noise when the keycap bottoms out.. which you will be doing with black/reds....

[ddr]

so how does the feeling differ between a blk/red + o-ring and a brown?

[m3thods]

so how does the feeling differ between a blk/red + o-ring and a brown?

browns have a defined "click" that you can feel. black/reds do not.

I think the o-rings are meant to dampen any sound coming from bottoming out black/red switched keyboards. Feel-wise, the browns would give you more feedback. Sound wise I'm not sure, as I've never used the O-rings.

[bobola]

^ that,

Is just bascially under the keycap... so you can use it with any switch..
Personally I dont like it cause it gives a mushy feeling when you press it hard..
It does soften most of the sound.!
The o ring also comes in different stiffness.. and I only used the softest one.. dont know about the others..!

But then if you master using brown/blue key, you wont be bottoming out anyways

Here pics of what it looks like :

Black key no o ring.. Red key with o ring
http://i714.photobucket.com/albums/ww150/bobola/20120502_224956.jpg

[LuHua]

Well, it came in. Very nice build quality, feels study and weighs in at around 3 lb or so. MX browns, semi-custom backlighting, built in usb hub and mic/headphone jacks, full NKRO over USB. What more can I ask for? haha

Durability and reliability remains to be seen, but as bigbaddie said I don't think I'll ever want to go back. Typing with this is a pleasure and it's not all that loud. Will have to get used to the keyboard dimensions though, my old one was pretty compact.

Sorry for this shit picture quality, couldn't find my dslr.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1676.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1677.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1678.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1679.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1680.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1681.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1682.jpg

[m3thods]

What brand is that? MaxKeyboard? Sorry I couldn't really read from the photo :)

Did you buy it locally? How much? That looks pretty cool, and looks like it has all the features I want.

Well, it came in. Very nice build quality, feels study and weighs in at around 3 lb or so. MX browns, semi-custom backlighting, built in usb hub and mic/headphone jacks, full NKRO over USB. What more can I ask for? haha

Durability and reliability remains to be seen, but as bigbaddie said I don't think I'll ever want to go back. Typing with this is a pleasure and it's not all that loud. Will have to get used to the keyboard dimensions though, my old one was pretty compact.

Sorry for this shit picture quality, couldn't find my dslr.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1676.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1677.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1678.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1679.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1680.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1681.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l147/luhua/Max%20Keyboard/IMG_1682.jpg

[LuHua]

What brand is that? MaxKeyboard? Sorry I couldn't really read from the photo :)

Did you buy it locally? How much? That looks pretty cool, and looks like it has all the features I want.

I ordered on their site last Sat, it's by Max Keyboard, Nighthawk X8. They had a 20% off event which I think is on for a few more days. It was 144.99 plus 10 for a few custom lit keys, minus the discount, and around 34 shipping to Vancouver.

[Purely]

I'm thinking about getting the BlackWidow for $60
Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard at Memory Express (http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX30481)

But I'm worried that it might be too loud for my liking since they are blue switches. Where can I get the dampening/rubber o rings?

Thanks!

[LuHua]

Cherry MX Rubber O-Ring Switch Dampeners (125pcs) - Keyboard Accessories - Products (http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/products/keyboard-accessories-2/cherry-mx-rubber-switch-dampeners.html)

You can get them there, but they won't help too much with the blackwidow. They'll muffle the noise from bottoming out but the Blue switches are clicky/loud by nature of the switch. If you think you'll have an issue with the noise the blackwidow stealth sold on the razer site, or a different board with browns/reds/blacks would be a better bet.

[Cillu]

Ducky 9008S

Ducky DK-9008 Shine Mechanical Keyboard - Glow in the Dark Duck - geekhack forums (http://geekhack.org/showwiki.php?title=Island:21007)

Was going to get this one for my PC, but bought a gaming laptop instead to replace both my gaming PC and work laptop. From what I remember, you had a choice of different glows (blue, white, red, green) and different switches (blue, red, brown). Definitely worth taking a look.

There's a gigantic thread over at overclock.net if you need more information.

[ChaSuiBow]

I recommend the Razor Black Widow Ultimate and it was an amazing keyboard as long as you don't mind the noise of course. ;)

[Glaedr]

I'm thinking about getting the BlackWidow for $60
Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard at Memory Express (http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX30481)

But I'm worried that it might be too loud for my liking since they are blue switches. Where can I get the dampening/rubber o rings?

Thanks!

I'm currently using the Blackwidow Ultimate and I don't find it too loud, I actually enjoy the clicking. Unless your house is dead quiet you probably wont find it too obnoxious

[m3thods]

Just thought I bump the thread with some relevant information:

For those of you looking for a cherry brown keyboard, NCIX is selling the CoolerMaster Storm Quickfire PRO keyboard for $90. (note this is not the tenkeyless one. this is the full keyboard)

As I've always wanted a brown switch keyboard (or at least, I thought I did after using black, red, and blue), I bit given that the next cheapest brown I found was the Rosewill on newegg.ca for 110+shipping.

As for the switches- it's definitely a typer's switch. Wonderful feedback, not too loud, however it takes a bit of an adjustment to type on it, especially coming from a membrane-laden ergo 4000.

Between black and brown, I like them both. Blacks are definitely a gaming switch for me (hard to double tap on the browns), and I'll be using this CM keyboard at work where I work at a software company. It's a lot less noise than the blues, but almost a stiffer click. Not IBM stiff, but it's a nice firm response.

(I'm going to be totally honest- I wrote this mini-review to try/test out the mx browns) :ilied:

[Mr.HappySilp]

I'm thinking about getting the BlackWidow for $60
Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard at Memory Express (http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX30481)

But I'm worried that it might be too loud for my liking since they are blue switches. Where can I get the dampening/rubber o rings?

Thanks!
Just got it today. LOL it feels pretty nice typing on it but it is a bit loud( I will get use to it thought). I was using the Razer Lycosa which is nice coz of the rubber feel.

[belaud]

Steelseries 6GV2, most durable, basic, mechanical keyboard, I love it. I don't like the razor/CM/Avio/Corsair mechanical keyboards, they all have a very flimsy construction around the actual keyboard itself.

[Szeto]

Filco or Ducky, either one will be better than Steelseries. NCIX is getting stock end of June or something and RedFlag has a group buy going so if you are looking for a mech kb you might want to join the GB.

[J.C]

i got the widow (regular) a few days ago and i'm loving it, i tried the red, brown, and blue switches, but i personally like the blue ones the best.

if i was willing to spend more money on a keyboard, i would've gotten the ducky or das, read a lot of good things about them

[Mr.HappySilp]

i got the widow (regular) a few days ago and i'm loving it, i tried the red, brown, and blue switches, but i personally like the blue ones the best.

if i was willing to spend more money on a keyboard, i would've gotten the ducky or das, read a lot of good things about them

Lol I brought my widow to work to tease my co-workers(since he already complain how loud I type on a regular keyboard). His face literally turn red when he heard me start typing on the window :fullofwin:

[J.C]

:troll:

i love the sound of it :fullofwin:

[ZenZa]

Ducky 9008S

Ducky DK-9008 Shine Mechanical Keyboard - Glow in the Dark Duck - geekhack forums (http://geekhack.org/showwiki.php?title=Island:21007)

Was going to get this one for my PC, but bought a gaming laptop instead to replace both my gaming PC and work laptop. From what I remember, you had a choice of different glows (blue, white, red, green) and different switches (blue, red, brown). Definitely worth taking a look.

There's a gigantic thread over at overclock.net if you need more information.

I'm thinking about picking this up or the CM Quickfire Pro (brown switches). They're about the same price.

I don't think I could go wrong with either, but would anyone recommend one over the other?

[StylinRed]

I'm considering a

Mionix Zibal 60

Filco Majestouch 2

Daskeyboard Model S Pro Silent


I was considering the Razer Blackwidow Ultimate Stealth as well but I read that you're paying a premium for the name and other keyboards priced alike are made with better materials so I kind of nixed that from the list

They're all CherryMX Brown except for the Mionix Zibal which is Black

Any recommendations/considerations?


Thanks

[Vancouver_M5]

I would suggest a Razer Blackwidow Ultimate, it is highly overpriced but it looks cool,does the job and pisses off anyone in a 50m radius.

[dygital]

I just got a blackwidow ultimate dragon age 2 since it was on sale for $90 at NCIX. I'm upgrading from a logitech G110, and the main gripe I have with this particular iteration of the Blackwidow is the fact that the drivers don't work properly for it. It doesn't detect my keyboard. I don't know if its my particular keyboard or every single one but I have contacted razer.

Another problem I have is the spacing of the keys. They are a bit more narrow than the other keyboards I've used in the past. Also, the F1-F12 keys are moved over to the right so on a normal keyboard, when you alt + f4, on the BW, you end up hitting F3.

Finally, Blackwidows don't come with palm rests, so if you're used to typing on a palm rest, be sure to invest in one from staples or somewhere

[striderblade]

I'm using the BW, got it like a month ago. I'm loving this thing. I agree it does take a while to get use to if you are coming from a normal keyboard. But after i pass that "lets get to know more about each other part". I'm loving this more and more. I have no problems with the driver, got all my macro set up. I have the ultimate edition.

[StylinRed]

ended up getting the Mionix Zibal 60 it's awesome

[striderblade]

^ hope your keys don't end up like this
http://i.imgur.com/STcdw.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/PxpfA.jpg

[LuHua]

^Wow, wore the paint right off haha. Stylin, how is the Zibal? I passed on it because of the black keys, but never really tried it either.

[StylinRed]

^ hope your keys don't end up like this
http://i.imgur.com/STcdw.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/PxpfA.jpg

I've read about the paint wearing off issue for some people but all people seem to complain about that regardless of which kb they're using

most people say they haven't had issues so we'll see i guess

^Wow, wore the paint right off haha. Stylin, how is the Zibal? I passed on it because of the black keys, but never really tried it either.

Well I've never had a mechanical kb so I can't really compare it with anything

I wanted to get one of the brown key options but i've read people saying they have a problem with double tapping when gaming using brown keys


the Zibal so far has been working great i guess but Ive only had it for 1 day really ;)

unit feels really solid

[trancehead]

I'm considering a

Mionix Zibal 60

Filco Majestouch 2

Daskeyboard Model S Pro Silent


I was considering the Razer Blackwidow Ultimate Stealth as well but I read that you're paying a premium for the name and other keyboards priced alike are made with better materials so I kind of nixed that from the list

They're all CherryMX Brown except for the Mionix Zibal which is Black

Any recommendations/considerations?


Thanks

one buddy has the Daskeyboard, its great except for the fact that its really bulky
and its also glossy, so it gets greasy

and if ur looking at Filco, here is a cheaper way to get ur hands on one
Newegg.com - Rosewill Mechanical Keyboard RK-9000BR with Cherry MX Brown Switch (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16823201042)
Rosewill is Newegg's inhouse brand. In this case, its just a rebranded Filco

[Manic!]

Anyone try a Unicomp keyboard. They were the original manufactures of the famous IBM model M keyboards.

Unicomp, Inc. (http://www.pckeyboard.com/)

[StylinRed]

one buddy has the Daskeyboard, its great except for the fact that its really bulky
and its also glossy, so it gets greasy

and if ur looking at Filco, here is a cheaper way to get ur hands on one
Newegg.com - Rosewill Mechanical Keyboard RK-9000BR with Cherry MX Brown Switch (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16823201042)
Rosewill is Newegg's inhouse brand. In this case, its just a rebranded Filco

thanks for that

yeah i noticed the Mionix that I went with is supposedly the same as the Thermaltake Meka G1 but I went with the Mionix anyways for the backlighting ;)

I also read that DasKey/Mionix/etc are supposedly all made from the same factory can't remember the name starts with a 'C'




Anyone try a Unicomp keyboard. They were the original manufactures of the famous IBM model M keyboards.

Unicomp, Inc. (http://www.pckeyboard.com/)

in my scouring the internet I read that they simply bought the patent from IBM

[LuHua]

Anyone try a Unicomp keyboard. They were the original manufactures of the famous IBM model M keyboards.

Unicomp, Inc. (http://www.pckeyboard.com/)

IIRC they're just making the current versions of the old Model M's after IBM quit. I've heard good reviews about them though, and if they're anything like the originals I really wouldn't mind having one.

[3klipze]

Ncix now carry filco keyboard. So tempted.

[iam_dan]

^
yea i really want to get my hands on a filco mj2, but at the same time.. i kind of want backlit keys too. still debating

[Szeto]

anyone interested in the Ducky keyboards? We can split shipping cost I guess.

[Hide625]

Ncix now carry filco keyboard. So tempted.

^
yea i really want to get my hands on a filco mj2, but at the same time.. i kind of want backlit keys too. still debating

I got the Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja Cherry MX Black 104key (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=70725&vpn=FKBN104ML%2FEFB2&manufacture=Filco). Loving every min of it :megusta:

[Narayan]

I just bought the Das Keyboard from NCIX this week and so far I love it...

Metadot Das Keyboard Ultimate Model S Mechanical Keyboard - Metadot - DASK3ULTMS1 (8 55800 00117 3) (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=54108)

All of the reviews that I have read about it also say its one of the best on the market. It is very solid, clean looking and best of all the sound that the key's make is like music to my ears.

When I was looking for a gaming/typing keyboard I wanted something that didnt have all the bells and whistels of a typical gaming keyboard... I.E. back lighting, additional buttons, LCD screens etc. I wanted something simple that looked great on my desk but also performed at a high level.

So far I have found this to be the case with the Das Keyboard... Highly recommend it.

[bobola]

^^ Good choice..

I had the Das brown.. but I want to try the Reds out so I sold it and got the Rosewill...

The Das is super nice.. looks and build quality wise..
Untill the gloss finish on the side gets all dirty :okay:

[impactX]

Bought 2 Black Widow Ultimate Stealth, 1 for work and 1 for home... Never going back to membrane.

[PornMaster]

got the black widow and liking it so far.

what does the G light do?

[iam_dan]

I got the Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja Cherry MX Black 104key (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=70725&vpn=FKBN104ML%2FEFB2&manufacture=Filco). Loving every min of it :megusta:

I just put in an order from NCIX for a Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja Cherry MX Red 104key
Will pick it up tomorrow

:megusta:

[impactX]

got the black widow and liking it so far.

what does the G light do?

Gaming mode, Windows keys won't work.

[Purely]

Just got the Blackwidow! Is there a way to use media keys without using "FN +#? I find it annoying haha

[StylinRed]

just an update on my Mionix Zibal its been 4months now almost and so far so good haven't had any paint wearing issues either

[FerrariEnzo]

Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard w/ Razer Spectre StarCraft® II Gaming Mouse Bundle (http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/BDL_RZ_BW_SCII) $49.99

good deal for anyone who wants to get a good mechanical keyboard..

[flagella]

Fcking sold out so fast.

[impactX]

Gotta watch out that if you aren't getting the ultimate version which has the engraved lettering for the backlighting, the paint of letters of the normal version would come off after extensive use.

[twitchyzero]

logitech finally outs a mechanical board
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Abgjjqvn0UU
i wish I had volume roller on my g15...that thing rocks on the g35/g930

[Szeto]

will wait for more review on that keyboard but that's basically what i have been looking for - brown switches with media keys :)

[TOPEC]

are these the same keyboard with the exception of the back lit color and graphics?

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard 5 Macro Keys Audio Mic Ports Black (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=57745&vpn=RZ03-00380100-R3U1&manufacture=Razer&promoid=1258)

Razer Dragon Age II BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Red Backlit Keys Deal (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=71134&vpn=RZ03-00381400-R3M1&manufacture=Razer&promoid=1258)

[J.C]

^ yeah

[Mr.HappySilp]

Azio Levetron KB528U Clicker Mechanical Sound Feedback USB Gaming Keyboard - Black (http://www.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=73583&vpn=KB528U&manufacture=AZIO%20Corporation&promoid=1016)
$29 with MIR seems pretty good price.

[AzNightmare]

Guess I never really used a mechanical keyboard before...
but hard to imagine how it could be better since I have no problems typing with my current one.

I need to test one out some day.

[InvisibleSoul]

^
Once you go mechanical, you won't want to go back... trust me. I'm using a mechanical at home, and when I use the school lab computers, they feel so dull. :p Also, the feel is so different haha.

I must be the most non-picky typer out there.

Last week, someone else at the office requested one of these, so they ended up ordering an extra one.

http://www.daskeyboard.com/images/products/mechanical_keyboard.jpg

I decided to take the extra one to try it out.

It's nice, but I don't find that there's anything particularly special about it.

I don't find that I type any better on this than other keyboards, and I would have no problem going back to a regular keyboard.

[TOS'd]

Looking for one with Red switches.

Anyone know anything about this one/have: Cherry G80-3800 Red Switch MX-BOARD 2.0 104 Key Mechanical Keyboard Black (http://www.ncix.com/products/?sku=75699&vpn=G80-3800LYBEU-2&manufacture=Cherry)

Or this one/have: Corsair Vengeance K60 Performance FPS Cherry MX Red Mechanical 20 Key Rollover Gaming Keyboard USB (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=64130&promoid=1360)


@bobola how long did it take shipping from newegg.ca for this one: Newegg.ca - Rosewill Mechanical Keyboard RK-9000RE with Cherry MX Red Switch (http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16823201044&nm_mc=OTC-sho6b0tCA&cm_mmc=OTC-sho6b0tCA-_-Keyboards-_-Rosewill-_-23201044)

Thanks


EDIT: removed steelseries 6gv2 red edition because of the retarded keyboard layout.

[chin3se604]

considering getting the Black Widow Ultimate Stealth

anyone know how it compares to the normal or 2013 version?

and are there any stores in the lower mainland that carries the Stealth edition?

TIA

[3klipze]

For those who are still looking for one

6G Version 2 Mechanical
59.99$ at ME
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX29868

PM @ FS for less
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/steelseries-steelseries-mechanical-keyboard-6gv2-6gv2/10156252.aspx

[Szeto]

have been using my logitech g710 for a week, loving it. The only issue is the macro keys on far left sometimes are mistaken for the ESC key.

[Alby]

Razer Blackwidow Ultimate 2013 (http://www.razerzone.com/store/razer-blackwidow-ultimate-2013)

Razer Blackwidow Ultimate Stealth 2013 (http://www.razerzone.com/store/razer-blackwidow-ultimate-stealth-2013)

im considering purchasing one of these as an xmas gift to myself. anyone recommend the stealth or the regular? opinions on stealth or regular?

[Purely]

I own a Blackwidow (regular version) my self, and considering the price I got it for ($50) its pretty good. However, at $100+ I would probably look at Filco, or DAS, etc other keyboards that are better.

[bobola]

Just a head up for those who want to try out mechanical kb or just want to try a different switch type..

Rosewill Mx Cherry Red for just 59.99 + 5 shipping

@ newegg.ca

[EmperorIS]

I got the stealth and i love it so get it if you know what's good for you ya hear? mother fuck

[ntan]

Just a head up for those who want to try out mechanical kb or just want to try a different switch type..

Rosewill Mx Cherry Red for just 59.99 + 5 shipping

@ newegg.ca

Just a note that the Rosewell has USB connection problems... so it's best to stay away

[flagella]

Recently bought CM quickfire storm pro mx brown switches. The construction is solid and I like the matte finish. Don't think I have anything to complain.

[JDMSPEC00]

My friend bought the steel series one and he loves loves it... noisy tho.

[Taxmonkey]

Best keyboard is Cherry Red's (Steelseries 6GV2, Das Keyboard ULTIMATE, Corsair K90)

I personally use the Steelseries 6Gv2, its basic and I don't ever use any functions, so I don't bother with something as flashy as the K90.

I use a K90 :okay:

[TOS'd]

using a K60 because I didnt need all the fancy stuff from the K90. so far its been great. nice construction too

[Taxmonkey]

Yeah the K90 is kind of overkill. But I like the backlight ^^

[Taxmonkey]

Looking at buying a Ducky Shine 2, so I'll probably sell my Corsair K90. If anyone wants it let me know before I throw up a FS post :)

[ForbiddenX]

Ordered the SteelSeries 6Gv2 to replace my G510. Wasn't using all of the features on the G510 and figured it would be better to get a mechanical keyboard.

[chin3se604]

Anyone own the Roccat Ryos Mk Pro ? ( reviews? )

and

anyone know where I can get a Ducky Shine 3 /w MX Brown Switch/108keys ?

thanks

[Calbeee]

was using a blackwidow ultimate for the longest time and loved it..

until i tried my hands on the topre type heaven..

impulse bought that a few days back and couldnt be happier!

[Szeto]

Anyone own the Roccat Ryos Mk Pro ? ( reviews? )

and

anyone know where I can get a Ducky Shine 3 /w MX Brown Switch/108keys ?

thanks

NCIX
http://www.ncix.com/detail/ducky-dk9008-shine-3-mx-73-87071.htm

PC Home Global (ships from TW i believe) with way more LED colour choices.
PChome ???? - ?? (http://ecshweb.pchome.com.tw/global/tw/v3.2/?q=ducky%203)

[chin3se604]

unfortunately NCIX is on back order and they don't know when they'll get some in :okay:

[SkinnyPupp]

NCIX sold a bunch of defective Ducky keyboards several weeks ago... I'd steer clear for now anyway

[ForbiddenX]

Bumping an old thread but does anyone know where to get either a poker2 or poker3 keyboard in Canada?

[3klipze]

^ Bangood has them, but they're definitely not cheap. Its best if you order and ship it down to PR or some place similar. Even with exchange rate, its cheaper to do that (most of the time)

KBC Poker 2 Mini Mechanical Gaming Keyboard-Cherry MX Red Switch - US$128.00 (http://www.banggood.com/KBC-Poker-2-Mini-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard-Cherry-MX-Red-Switch-p-88431.html)

[ForbiddenX]

Ah damn, I won't be down south until about a month from now so I was hoping to get one in Canada.

I'll probably just order the poker 3 from amazon if there's no where to get one here. End's up being only around $120-30

[Ch28]

Came in here looking for recommendations and seeing the price difference makes me so sad :lol

[Verdasco]

Came in here looking for recommendations and seeing the price difference makes me so sad :lol

k90 owner here, i regret buying this keyboard. very hard on the wrist and hands when typing anything.

Should of went for the logitech mech keyboard instead. Brown switches or green switches / blue are best

[rice cooker]

just picked up a corsair k70 rgb. awesome is all i can say.

[Ch28]

I picked up a Corsair K70 (non-RGB Cherry MX Reds) because I felt the novelty of the RGB lights will wear off on me eventually and I didn't think the premium was worth it.

[nguyen]

Using a Ducky Shine 3 brown switches, no complaints; very nice keyboard.

[Manic!]

Picked up a Corsair K65 RGB referb from best buy for $99. The keyboard looks brand new. Really liking it so far.

Corsair K65 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard (CH-9000072-NA/RF) - Refurbished : Gaming Keyboards - Best Buy Canada (http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/corsair-corsair-k65-rgb-usb-gaming-keyboard-ch-9000072-na-rf-refurbished-ch9000072narfca/10397344.aspx?path=df37ad74e547f5bc281d6e9316eba85 cen02)

[knight604]

Ducky is one of the best

[Ch28]

Picked up a Corsair K65 RGB referb from best buy for $99. The keyboard looks brand new. Really liking it so far.

Corsair K65 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard (CH-9000072-NA/RF) - Refurbished : Gaming Keyboards - Best Buy Canada (http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/corsair-corsair-k65-rgb-usb-gaming-keyboard-ch-9000072-na-rf-refurbished-ch9000072narfca/10397344.aspx?path=df37ad74e547f5bc281d6e9316eba85 cen02)

Good price but sucks that it's TKL and has no USB pass through.

[KDMofo]

Definitely can't go wrong with Ducky, I use a shine 4 with mx browns and Keycool rainbow caps. Im in CompSci and brought it to a midterm once, very awkward...loud clack clack clak

http://i.imgur.com/rmxGeny.jpg

[Ch28]

Has anyone seen if there is a place that locally carries the metal keycap removers? Mine came with the hard plastic ring puller. I find the hard plastic is a bit rough on the edges of the keycaps when removing them.

Do not want:

http://images.maxgaming.se/data/product/raw/-_wire_keycap_puller_tool.jpg


Want:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31lO8N00o2L._SY355_.jpg

[Manic!]

Has anyone seen if there is a place that locally carries the metal keycap removers? Mine came with the hard plastic ring puller. I find the hard plastic is a bit rough on the edges of the keycaps when removing them.

Do not want:

http://images.maxgaming.se/data/product/raw/-_wire_keycap_puller_tool.jpg


Want:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31lO8N00o2L._SY355_.jpg

I have used this before.

https://d13yacurqjgara.cloudfront.net/users/60144/screenshots/877277/bic_cap.png

[Hehe]

New toy:

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/533/32395964050_148e286e02_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RmHMsj)IMG_20170207_202510 (https://flic.kr/p/RmHMsj) by JayPhoto (https://www.flickr.com/photos/pinchou/), on Flickr

So far so good. I love the minimalist approach, although the position of the delete/backspace button is a bit annoying at first. Also the removal of arrow keys is a bit pita as well, but I'm amazed how fast my hands adapted to the FN keys to use everything.

The Topre switch is simply incredible. I thought I'd stick with Cherry Blacks for the rest of my life... and boy was I wrong. The actuation feels more natural as in the point of actuation happens just slightly above the bottom rather than basically at the "click" on Cherry black. The feedback is just... different, in a good way. As there is less of a click, it provides less shock bouncing back and I feel it being easier on my fingers typing for an extended period.

Also, the color matches great with my LG 5K monitor. The crappy pic is showing more grey-ish, but IRL, it's very black.

[Ferra]

I got a filco majestouch mx red ninja few months back from NCIX. ($140)

Loveeeee the touch of the keyboard
But I hate the wire and I miss some of the multifunction control on the logitech mx5500 I replaced (mainly volume control)

I just notice the same filco keyboard comes with wireless function..kinda regret not getting that. (Tho I am not sure if I wanted to spend $240 on a keyboard ... plus NCIX said it has to be order from Japan and will take a while)

I like the mx red switch so much I wanted to replace my work keyboard too, but there is almost nothing in mx red with wireless...except for the filco which is not in stock and $240....

[roastpuff]

Daily Special @ NCIX: G710+ at 89.99 (http://www.ncix.com/detail/logitech-g710-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-47-77806.htm?promoid=1146)