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Mechanical Keyboards |OT| Once More, With Feeling
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There is nothing similar with Cherry MX low profile switches as far as I'm aware, but the GK64 has a similar layout with regular Cherry MX switches.
So ever since I got the DasKeyboard Prime I had a spacebar problem, took the thing apart and there is nothing I can do since its build to not be easily repaired. What struck me is that they only use one switch for the spacebar and two support posts. Now whenever I press the space bar on either edge it dislocates and gets stuck, which is very frustrating.
I started to use the apple keyboard again, man what a shitty feeling...
Is there any mech. keyboard with a DE layout and at least some Apple specific (prints) for function/media keys?
I started to use the apple keyboard again, man what a shitty feeling...
Is there any mech. keyboard with a DE layout and at least some Apple specific (prints) for function/media keys?
I just got a Redragon 552 and this thing is built like a tank. The build quality is shocking for the price. This is my first mechanical keyboard and while it uses custom switches they're supposed to be pretty good. I really like it, it's just so weird getting used to the clicky clack because after using membrane keyboards for so long it just sounds like something is constantly on the verge of breaking. Lol
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It doesn't have a numpad, but the Varmilo VA88M Mac Edition seems to be your best bet for the combo of ISO-DE layout and Apple-specific keycap legends
https://candykeys.com/product/va88mac-iso-de
Very cool - thanks a bunch! If I'm not able to fix my DasKeyboard I'll go with that - which is the only option I think :D
So one question guys, is it normal that the space key disconnects on the opposite side when you press it right at the outer edge? A lot of times when I type I click the space bar with my thumb right at the edge, it disconnects and then I cant use it on that spot anymore and need to press it in the middle to make it snap back into place, since all mech. keyboards seem to have the same space bar implementation I thought I would rather ask if that is a "thing" with mech keyboard and buying another one might not even fix my "problem".
This is what happens when I press the space bar right at the age, and "not very much" force is needed to make it happen:
This is what happens when I press the space bar right at the age, and "not very much" force is needed to make it happen:
The left stabilizer might be loose. Put some small tape on it and place the spacebar again.
I put tape over the x of the stem and forced the key (space bar) in. Now it seems to be fixed :O
Thank you very much for the suggestion.
Only problem is that I have looked at other keyboard all day and now I want a new one. God damn.
It's settled, once the Vortexgear Tab90M releases in ISO DE I'm going to get it.
It has a Mac mode, Mac specific keys (additional), detachable cable (usb-c), aluminum case with a small footprint. And it's color fits my mouse perfectly :D
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So I ordered the ANSI version. Since I type in non German languages most of the time, at least at home, I'll make do with typing alt-o -> ö
For anyone interested there is a script (Mac ) for that. This way I will also finally lose the @ logo on the "Q" key that is on every ISO DE keyboard outside of apples own stuff, made my gf close apps/pages countless times :D
It has a Mac mode, Mac specific keys (additional), detachable cable (usb-c), aluminum case with a small footprint. And it's color fits my mouse perfectly :D
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So I ordered the ANSI version. Since I type in non German languages most of the time, at least at home, I'll make do with typing alt-o -> ö
For anyone interested there is a script (Mac ) for that. This way I will also finally lose the @ logo on the "Q" key that is on every ISO DE keyboard outside of apples own stuff, made my gf close apps/pages countless times :D
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The things that go in the stabilizer stems have been loosened up. Put Saran wrap on them and put them on.
Can anyone recommend 1.25 and 1.5u keys to use for modifiers? I was going to just order them as singles from WASD, but I don't know what R profile I need.
I've been toying with the idea of ordering some PBT keys for my old Razer Black Widow keyboard. But at that price it almost makes more sense to buy another MX blue keyboard (you know, one that's made out of sturdy material). I just don't see how better keycaps would be worth buying over a whole new board.
Kinda crazy how that works.
Kinda crazy how that works.
Hi all, somewhat new to mechanical keyboards and looking for a suggestion. I've had experience with two thus far:
- Corsair K70 with browns, which I did not really like much (maybe too much force to press? it's been a while).
- Logitech G910 (romer g tactile switches) that I love.
I don't need a numpad, so I guess I'm looking for a TKL keyboard? Willing to spend up to $150, though preferably $100 and under would be ideal. I intend to use a wrist rest with it (if it doesn't come with one), if it matters. Otherwise I am totally open. Thanks.
- Corsair K70 with browns, which I did not really like much (maybe too much force to press? it's been a while).
- Logitech G910 (romer g tactile switches) that I love.
I don't need a numpad, so I guess I'm looking for a TKL keyboard? Willing to spend up to $150, though preferably $100 and under would be ideal. I intend to use a wrist rest with it (if it doesn't come with one), if it matters. Otherwise I am totally open. Thanks.
It's a stronger bump on the press, so it feels more tactile.
If you like the mushy feeling of romer G tactile switches then you won't find much.
It's a better designed brown switch but some people don't like the mushy bottom out.
It wouldn't be cheap if you wanted to move up that ladder as you talking about holy panda, zealios R2, box royal switches being the next step and then having the mod the stabilizers, lube the switches and a whole lot of effort for something that might be a minimal payoff for you. Honestly just get another logitech board with the same switch if you love it and be happy.
So I got the Vortexgear Tab90M today. What a massive difference in quality, heft, sound and feel compared to the DasKeyboard Prime14. The Das is a rattling, lound and clumsy mess of a keyboard (booth have brown switches).
Never knew Keyboards could be this well made. Not a single key is ringing, with the Das I could almost play a melody with certain keys. It fits the iMac esthetics perfectly. Love the Mac specific Keys (the darker ones that come with the keyboard have black lettering, why I don't know),but I still had to use Karabiner for the function keys despite the keyboards ability to switch to OSX mode. Got it working by reprogramming the Keyboard itself :D
Another plus is the (detachable) USB-C connection, hate to buy new stuff that comes with anything else.
Never knew Keyboards could be this well made. Not a single key is ringing, with the Das I could almost play a melody with certain keys. It fits the iMac esthetics perfectly. Love the Mac specific Keys (the darker ones that come with the keyboard have black lettering, why I don't know),
Another plus is the (detachable) USB-C connection, hate to buy new stuff that comes with anything else.
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Where did you order it from? Amazon does not have the browns in stock.
mechanicalkeyboards.com is the official us reseller for vortex. Have ordered from them numerous times (got my vortex pok3r there) and have had zero issues.
So, I had a Corsair K70 with blue switches a few years ago, and while I loved it, it developed key chatter and the RMA unit did too. I REALLY want to get back into mechanical keyboards, but I don't want to have to deal with RMA'ing them and hoping they work.
Are blue keys just prone to this or do I need to go with a different brand? Any advice would be much appreciated!
Are blue keys just prone to this or do I need to go with a different brand? Any advice would be much appreciated!
I can back up that I'm super happy with a Leopold, though I have Browns in mine.
I don't give a rat's ASS about RGB so I'll definitely look into it haha. Thanks!
first 'higher' end board I owned was the fc750r with brown switches. So good and I regret buying it even though I own better keebs now lol.
It's awesome. I really love it. Get it.
Some quirks I ran into:
You can't reprogram the default layer (guess it was done to always have a working layer). That means if you reprogram some stuff one of the three layer lights under the space-bar will be on all the time (red,blue,green,).
In Mac OS mode, the F Keys are not all correct right from the start and need to be reprogrammed or set up in the Mac's settings accordingly. Which is not really a problem but it's not plug and play. I think it was exposé and such that was not bound to the F Keys.
Finding the arrow keys without locking is kind of hard, that's because of the design of the board. In my eyes still a good tradeoff because it's so much smaller then a full sized keyboard.
So does the working layer (besides the F keys) work with a Mac? Like cmd and option, etc? Would really prefer not having a light on all the time.
Yes, you can enter Mac mode on the default layer. Brightness up/down, media controls and volume controls all work.
F3-F5 are not bound to anything.
I just had to switch the "z" and "y" key positions (not used to the ANSI layout), programmed the "calc" key to open the calculator, made the "lock" key put the Mac to sleep and set the "F3" key to open the notification tab. That's all stuff that can only be done on one of the layers.
Is $175 a good price for a Topre Realforce 87u 55g? Or should I save $45 and buy a new Vortex Tab 75 (MX Brown)?
https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=4556
(This is my first mech keyboard btw)
edit: the guy said he's had it for 1.5 years
Edit Edit: Talked him down to 165. Wow after years of procrastinating and indecision, I finally have one.
The keys are a little dirty though, any tips on how to clean them? and the board? Are there any cleaning solutions I shouldn't be using?
https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=4556
(This is my first mech keyboard btw)
edit: the guy said he's had it for 1.5 years
Edit Edit: Talked him down to 165. Wow after years of procrastinating and indecision, I finally have one.
The keys are a little dirty though, any tips on how to clean them? and the board? Are there any cleaning solutions I shouldn't be using?
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Can anyone recommend a good mechanical keyboard? If possible, that has Mac keys?
I was thinking maybe this:
https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-mechanical-keyboard?variant=21117860675673
Or the mass drop ctrl:
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-ctrl-mechanical-keyboard
However the lack of the numpad is going to bother me. It seems all the $200 mechanical keyboard lacks the numpad.
I was thinking maybe this:
https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-mechanical-keyboard?variant=21117860675673
Or the mass drop ctrl:
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-ctrl-mechanical-keyboard
However the lack of the numpad is going to bother me. It seems all the $200 mechanical keyboard lacks the numpad.
Topre keyboard for your first ever mechanical kb? Enjoy, hope you like the switches. For me and seemingly many others, they kind of ruin the clickier Cherries and such lol.
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Some more information would be useful, like do you need a numpad on your keyboard, are you looking for a keyboard with a specific language layout?
The MK Night Typist is about as cheap as you can get for a keyboard with backlighting and Silent Red switches. The silent reds are linear, but if you are fine with that they are about as quiet as you can get with mechanical switches. It is probably made by Ducky for MK.com so you might be able to assign media keys to the function layer, but I'd reach out to MK.com to confirm this functionality if I were you. If a smaller keyboard is fine, take a look at the Varmilo VA87 series.
TKL I guess is preferable, but full size is fine too. What's the quietest switch type? The Varmilo looks nice.
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Cherry MX Silent Red & Black are the quietest switches. They are different from regular Red and Black switches. There are other boutique silenced switches that are about as quiet, but they aren't available in prebuilt keyboards.
Regarding the Varmilo, the LEDs look like this when they are on:
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We're moving office in a few months and instead of desktops we're getting notebooks/laptops and using RDP to connect to more powerful workstations etc.
So, does anyone have any recommendations for ISO Wireless TKL Mechanical Keyboards? I'm currently using a TKL Novatouch at work so something similar to that would be great... but it needs to be ISO with the big enter key, i just don't get along with ANSI keyboards.
So, does anyone have any recommendations for ISO Wireless TKL Mechanical Keyboards? I'm currently using a TKL Novatouch at work so something similar to that would be great... but it needs to be ISO with the big enter key, i just don't get along with ANSI keyboards.