What Keyboard Are You Using Now?

[AuRinBei]

I recently switched back to my Poker II. I got one of those low-rider aluminum TEX cases for it not too long ago. Never underestimate the effect a metal case can have on the feel of a keyboard. It went from OK to great. Bottoming out feels much better than it did before, the board feels like it's bolted to the desk, and the spacebar no longer feels like garbage. I don't know if I prefer it to my FC660C for typing, but at least now it holds its own. I'm now waiting on some POM caps for it. Really exited to see how those change the feel.

[Melvang]

I recently switched back to my Poker II. I got one of those low-rider aluminum TEX cases for it not too long ago. Never underestimate the effect a metal case can have on the feel of a keyboard. It went from OK to great. Bottoming out feels much better than it did before, the board feels like it's bolted to the desk, and the spacebar no longer feels like garbage. I don't know if I prefer it to my FC660C for typing, but at least now it holds its own. I'm now waiting on some POM caps for it. Really exited to see how those change the feel.

You just made me think of something.  Anyone ever tried building a keyboard into their desk?  I mean using the desktop itself as the "case" for the keyboard?

[HoffmanMyster]

I recently switched back to my Poker II. I got one of those low-rider aluminum TEX cases for it not too long ago. Never underestimate the effect a metal case can have on the feel of a keyboard. It went from OK to great. Bottoming out feels much better than it did before, the board feels like it's bolted to the desk, and the spacebar no longer feels like garbage. I don't know if I prefer it to my FC660C for typing, but at least now it holds its own. I'm now waiting on some POM caps for it. Really exited to see how those change the feel.

You just made me think of something.  Anyone ever tried building a keyboard into their desk?  I mean using the desktop itself as the "case" for the keyboard?

Technically, yes.  Everyone who used a punch card machine used exactly what you describe.   )

And I may end up doing the same with my punch card keyboard conversion project, but that remains to be seen.

[Hypersphere]

IBM XT with Mac, Linux and Windows using a Hagstrom Electronics converter. Remapped the keyboard to a pseudo Mac HHKB layout using KeyRemap4Macbook and fitted the remapped spots with keys from IBM 122 and Model M boards along with some purchased from Unicomp.

The XT board makes my IBM SSK seem mushy by comparison, and at nearly six pounds, it certainly outweighs my HHKB!

Does the hagstrom have NKRO?

My understanding is that like the teensy and Soarer converter, NKRO is supported by the Hagstrom converter if the keyboard to which the converter is connected supports it. I think that this is so for both the IBM XT and IBM AT keyboards.

[aref]

Half the day with a Realforce 87UB; and half with a Corsair K65/MX Red keyboard.

[System32]

I was using my CM Storm Quickfire Rapid until I got a Leopold FC660M with blues, now I can't go back.

I might even sell my QFR, I haven't used it in forever..

[aref]

I was using my CM Storm Quickfire Rapid until I got a Leopold FC660M with blues, now I can't go back.

I might even sell my QFR, I haven't used it in forever..

What is it about the Leopold that you prefer it to the QFR?
Do MX Blue switches have a different feel compared with your QFR?

[maatmouse]

In work, a Fujitsu rubber dome one (some clackiness but not a lot).

At home, either the Macbook Air standard laptop keyboard or the nice wired silver and white keyboard by Apple.

[epzy]

Can't move away from dat HHKB.

[epzy]

I was using my CM Storm Quickfire Rapid until I got a Leopold FC660M with blues, now I can't go back.

I might even sell my QFR, I haven't used it in forever..

What is it about the Leopold that you prefer it to the QFR?
Do MX Blue switches have a different feel compared with your QFR?

I'm going to make a guess, he likes 60% too much to go back to his TKL. I had a QFR w/ reds and a Filco MJ2 w/ reds and they felt drastically different actually.

[aref]

I was using my CM Storm Quickfire Rapid until I got a Leopold FC660M with blues, now I can't go back.

I might even sell my QFR, I haven't used it in forever..

What is it about the Leopold that you prefer it to the QFR?
Do MX Blue switches have a different feel compared with your QFR?

I'm going to make a guess, he likes 60% too much to go back to his TKL. I had a QFR w/ reds and a Filco MJ2 w/ reds and they felt drastically different actually.

I had a CMQFR and Filco M2 with MX Red switches and didn't care for either of them--but there was a difference in feel between these keyboards. Between the two KBs, I preferred the Filco M2 because  it had a slightly better feel to me over the CMQFR. However, I prefer the Corsair K65 with MX Red switches compared with CMQFR and Filco M2 keyboards.

It may be the form factor that System32 prefers. Let's see what System32 has to say.

[ApocalypseMaow]

Still gettin it with the Filco MJ2!

[System32]

What is it about the Leopold that you prefer it to the QFR?
Do MX Blue switches have a different feel compared with your QFR?

I'm going to make a guess, he likes 60% too much to go back to his TKL. I had a QFR w/ reds and a Filco MJ2 w/ reds and they felt drastically different actually.

Basically this, the layout and size just feels so much better. They're both blue switches and yes the ones on the Leopold do feel a bit different, but that's not why I don't use it anymore. It's just the size thing.

Kinda funny, when I was looking at mechs for the first time I was amazed at how many people had keyboards without numpads, etc. But after using a more 'minimal' keyboard I totally get it, there's something about it that just feels... right.

[aref]

What is it about the Leopold that you prefer it to the QFR?
Do MX Blue switches have a different feel compared with your QFR?

I'm going to make a guess, he likes 60% too much to go back to his TKL. I had a QFR w/ reds and a Filco MJ2 w/ reds and they felt drastically different actually.

Basically this, the layout and size just feels so much better. They're both blue switches and yes the ones on the Leopold do feel a bit different, but that's not why I don't use it anymore. It's just the size thing.

Kinda funny, when I was looking at mechs for the first time I was amazed at how many people had keyboards without numpads, etc. But after using a more 'minimal' keyboard I totally get it, there's something about it that just feels... right.

If the form-factor and the key switches suit you, there's nothing more one can ask for in a keyboard. Enjoy your FC660M.

[System32]

If the form-factor and the key switches suit you, there's nothing more one can ask for in a keyboard. Enjoy your FC660M.

I am enjoying it a lot, thanks!

[skrotnisse]

A Ducky Yellow Yellow Yellow. Because it´s so yellow!

[Frenir]

Filco "Otaku" Majestouch TKL

[frvrngn]

Switched back to my Matias Quiet Pro after a long break.  I almost sold this keyboard but happy I didnt.  I am used to the wobbly caps now and I like the feel of the switches. 

[Furobins]

Filco Majestouch 2 full red/aluminum Poker II red at work, FC600c/Filco Tenkeyless blue at home.

[Puddsy]

Went back to MX blacks after probably 4 months without using them.

I don't want to get rid of the unicorn vomit, but I need to put a new set on this board :|

what to do, what to do...

[aref]

Realforce 87UB, 55-gram key switches.

[snoopy]

Realforce 87UB, 55-gram key switches.

that's not the right keyboard for a SSKGuy!  )

[CPTBadAss]

I forgot my Filco at home...so I'm on a Microsoft Ergonomic 4000. A rubber dome! The horror

[snoopy]

this

[aref]

this

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Now that's a Sweet, Sweet Keyboard. If that's an industrial paint-mod, nicely done!

When I signed on to GH, I was three SSKs into the space-saving Model Ms. But as soon
as I returned to my boxed 87UB/55-gram, I found it UnBelievably smooth.

[iisshaun]

Currently my WASD Custom V1 with Blue switches. Waiting on the KBT Pure Pro with blues to arrive.

[rowdy]

A Ducky Yellow Yellow Yellow. Because it´s so yellow!

Good man - that's the way to go!

[WONDERBRIGHT]

^{6Gv2 with Cherry MX Red Switches and Ducky Shine 3 with Cherry MX Blue Switches}

[atlas3686]

this

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Amazing looking board, still tempted to try one of these but can't do that without buying one so right now it's not possible. 

Got to agree with SSKGuy though, the realforce 87ub 55g is amazing, currently my home board with my HHKB type-s at work. I have found that given some time you do learn to seamlessly switch between the two layouts, ctrl is in the correct position on both my boards though 

[snoopy]

this

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Now that's a Sweet, Sweet Keyboard. If that's an industrial paint-mod, nicely done!

When I signed on to GH, I was three SSKs into the space-saving Model Ms. But as soon
as I returned to my boxed 87UB/55-gram, I found it UnBelievably smooth.

thanks. But it's not paint. It's a real industrial topshell. But I had no good light when I took the pic, so it looks a bit strange.

Here's an older pic on my desk:

[reefchief]

Those rgb model m keys make me want one even more! I love rgb. Are they easy to find? Waiting on granite / rgb for my qfr blue.

Between my QFR blue and a topre realforce 55g my realforce gets about 90% of the love. I cant escape the thock.

[snoopy]

Those rgb model m keys make me want one even more! I love rgb. Are they easy to find?

You can buy them printed or unprinted at unicomp

[Lurch]

I forgot my Filco at home...so I'm on a Microsoft Ergonomic 4000. A rubber dome! The horror

*shudders*

[Lurch]

I am currently typing on my new Realforce 104UW variable. Curious to how variable will feel after using it for an extended period of time. I do like the idea of variable weighted keys in general.

I also have a brand new F660C sitting next to me, still in box. Not sure about opening it in the office. People might think I'm crazy, or something.

Here is a little camera phone shot:

[Dubsgalore]

laptop keyboard

[atlas3686]

this

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Now that's a Sweet, Sweet Keyboard. If that's an industrial paint-mod, nicely done!

When I signed on to GH, I was three SSKs into the space-saving Model Ms. But as soon
as I returned to my boxed 87UB/55-gram, I found it UnBelievably smooth.

thanks. But it's not paint. It's a real industrial topshell. But I had no good light when I took the pic, so it looks a bit strange.

Here's an older pic on my desk:

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Your SSK is so sweet Snoopy  :thumb: :thumb:

[Hypersphere]

IBM XT with HHKB - Mac layout.

[Rafen]

I have been using a QFR @ home and a Poker II @ work, both with cherry mx browns. Love both boards.

[dustinhxc]

this

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Mr. Friday BS!  Nice IBM too! 

[Awful]

THIS! Just got it today. Wasd + Vortex double shot pbts. I randomly switch between blues and browns every couple months... I'm fickle... This Wasd has blues.

[Pacifist]

tk w/ reds. Going to game on it later

[blackbox]

Just modified my dell AT102w(comes with alps black keyswitches). So now im using a Dell AT102w with matias standard clicky. Love the clicky sound.

[aref]

Corsair K65/MX Red for the entire day.

[barryberry]

Work: KBT RACE II (Red)
Home: Razer Blackwidow ultimate (Blue)

[intelli78]

Just modified my dell AT102w(comes with alps black keyswitches). So now im using a Dell AT102 with matias standard clicky. Love the clicky sound.

I'd love a typing test video of that. Matias clicky are fun but make a huge unconscionable racket in my Tactile Pro. Are they better in the Dell?

[blackbox]

Just modified my dell AT102w(comes with alps black keyswitches). So now im using a Dell AT102 with matias standard clicky. Love the clicky sound.

I'd love a typing test video of that. Matias clicky are fun but make a huge unconscionable racket in my Tactile Pro. Are they better in the Dell?

Not sure what you mean with unconscionable racket but they are fun for sure. I love how clicky and loud they are. Maybe I make a typing test video in the weekend.

[Lurch]

Brought my Leopold FC660C into work today.

[Premonition]

Loving gaming and typing on a QF TK.

[daerid]

BACK ON MY 55g TOPRE, SUCKAS

[suby4me]

das keyboard 4. after i spilled coffee on the mac version  )