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Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Fri, 05 July 2013, 06:43:49
I don't know if this thread will be relevant, but here goes...

I decided to switch to my Model M for now...loving the crunchiness.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 05 July 2013, 06:50:11
Work: Filco MJ2 104 with MX Blues
Home: Pure with MX Whites, Orbweaver with MX Blues

I rotate through A LOT of boards though. Yesterday while I was typing my review, I typed on my Leopold with Blues, the QFR with Greens that I still haven't disassembled, and a QuickFire TK with Blues I'm borrowing for a later review.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ksm123 on Fri, 05 July 2013, 06:51:02
I'm using my ErgoDox since the day I built it. It feels awesome.

My BlackWidow is connected to my PC, my fiancé uses it.
My previous daily driver, blank Das Keyboard lays nearby, I convinced my wife to be, to learn to touch type, blank keyboard is ideally suited to this.
Noppoo Choc Mini waits for better days.
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Post by: ImperfectLink on Fri, 05 July 2013, 06:51:22
Until my Ducky 9087G2 pro arrives, I'm using an Apple aluminum board   :-[
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Post by: Danule on Fri, 05 July 2013, 07:05:47
Work: Realforce 87U 45g

Home: Filco TKL mx brown with PBT keycaps.
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Post by: bueller on Fri, 05 July 2013, 07:23:49
Home: Quickfire TK (while I wait for my Filco TKL to arrive)
Work: Truly Ergo (probably swap this for a 60% soon, not sure I like it)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Fri, 05 July 2013, 07:31:33
ErgoDox w/ 65g ergo clears. I tried my 660c a little while ago but got tripped up by the layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tym on Fri, 05 July 2013, 07:33:12
Steelseries 6gv2 while I wait for my new filco to get its arse here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nsrexler on Fri, 05 July 2013, 08:51:26
Ducky Shine II with Clear switches and thick PBT dyesub caps borrowed from my G2 Pro. I liked the Greens for a while, but in the end I couldn't stay away from those Clears.
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Post by: JPG on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:00:40
Work: FM2 TKL camo with browns
Home: Same  ;D
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Post by: keymaster on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:02:03
Home: QFR w/ 65g Clears
Work: G84-4100 or IBM Rubberdome
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rafen on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:04:51
Desktop: Ducky Zero w/reds
Laptop: QFR w/reds
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Post by: AKIMbO on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:22:17
Work: Rosewill 104 with mx reds.
Home: Realforce 87UW with 55g topres & mkawa's beta ssk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: affect656 on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:26:13
Filco MJ2 TKL with reds
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:53:56
Work: QFR w/ Blues (Vintage Browns to be installed when the switches clears customs)
Home: Shine II w/ Browns
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jkercado on Fri, 05 July 2013, 09:55:06
Work: Ducky 1087XM blacks
Home: Ducky 1087XM greens
Carry-on: Cherry G84-4100
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Larken on Fri, 05 July 2013, 10:55:39
ergodox with 55g clears. only box I use nowadays.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photekq on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:00:03
Broken rubber dome.
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Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:01:45
Poor Photekq. I told you this before but I'd send you a board if Royal Mail didn't hate me.
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Post by: Shadovved on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:03:58
iPad with touchscreen :p

When I'm on my desktop then a '93 industrial Model M :cool:
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Post by: snoopy on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:07:42
Semi-Industrial 93' SSK
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Post by: Shadovved on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:10:27
Semi-Industrial 93' SSK

Whoo! Same year, bro! :))

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photekq on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:14:41
Poor Photekq. I told you this before but I'd send you a board if Royal Mail didn't hate me.
'preciate it, man  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jack Karneval on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:21:51
Home: CM Storm Trigger (MX Greens)
Work: Some Dell rubber dome keyboard. It's not half bad, but obviously I much prefer my mechanical keyboards
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:29:58
Work: Ducky Shine 2 with Clears and Imsto Thick PBT Caps

Other: Rosewill with Vintage Black's (primarily for showing off key caps), Poker X with Reds NIB for future switch, spring testing. Soon to have a Phantom or two.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: insilica on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:49:44
Work: Filco MJ2 TKL.
Home(Mac): FC660
Home(Workstation): RF 87U silent variable
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DaveyG on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:56:18
Home: RF 87u 55g. Work: about 5 quids worth of HP's finest  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oTurtlez on Fri, 05 July 2013, 11:56:49
Home: FC660C
Work: RF 103u (Hopefully going to be an 87u Silent soon!)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tribade on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:04:22
I'm typing on a KMAC mini with 55g blacks, and I love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:07:15
Switching between my poker and SSK every couple of days
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:08:50
Home:  I swap between my QFR w/ Blues and thick PBT, or my Pure w/ reds.
Work:  IBM KB-0225.  Pulled this one from a storage bin on site as everyone else uses the chicklet style Dell boards (which I can't stand).  I also found an old Compaq RT-101, but it needs a cleaning before I put it in rotation. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vatin on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:11:45
Work : Kinesis Advantage
I also carry it back to use at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aggiejy on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:13:40
FC660C-only for a couple months now... still phantom-type on all my other keyboards about once a day, just because I'm weird like that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: badcop on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:15:08
right now i have

work: Poker w/ greens and goldtouch TK pad with whites
Home: Filco TKL with variable weight blues

QFR sits on my shelf crying itself to sleep everynight because no one touches it  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 05 July 2013, 12:20:35
Noppoo Choc Mini (MX Red, black, Cherry keycaps) at my standing setup
thinkpad keyboard everywhere else

I have to force myself to finish my ergodox and clean the endurapro that lies in the closet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: komar007 on Fri, 05 July 2013, 14:14:41
Cherry G80-3000 HFU with ghetto-greens. My current favourite.
I'm waiting for the Noppoo Mid 87 to switch to tenkeyless, at least for some time, and have something to put the R4 keycaps on:)
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Post by: PointyFox on Fri, 05 July 2013, 14:43:35
Filco Multicam TKL with MX Black and Round 3 keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Fri, 05 July 2013, 14:44:57
My Poker with Clears is my Daily Driver. I use it the most no doubt. every few days i use the Pure, but i don't like it as much for a few reasons.

Broken rubber dome.

hang in there m8  :'(
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Post by: dndlmx on Fri, 05 July 2013, 14:56:12
Black HHKB, white printed keycaps.
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Post by: nubbinator on Fri, 05 July 2013, 14:59:57
My QFR is my usual beast.  That might change when I get my GH60 and Pure put together.  If I were doing more typing, it would be my RK9000 with Clears (speaking of that, I need to desolder it and lube it with Krytox since the silicone lube I used isn't cutting it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Fri, 05 July 2013, 15:03:52
Currently at desktop: I'm using Filco 104 Metallic Blue AI with MX blues and PBT blank caps. I can't say it's my best feeling board but it's definitely best looking one (my previous daily driver was Unicomp Spacesaver M and then Realforce 87UB for a short while). Don't get me wrong about the feel. It's definitely good enough to be a daily driver, at least for now.
As a portable keyboard: I will probably always use HHKB Pro 2. I used it as a daily driver but when I switched back to a keyboard with more keys on it I realized they're there for a reason.
At my wife's desktop: (well a MacBook Pro connected to Apple Thunderbolt display) she's currently got unbranded QFR with MX Reds and Filco keycaps (kinda ghetto Filco keyboard) and she actually likes it more than her previous all black EnduraPro (converted to SpaceSaver as I removed the pointing stick and replaced G, H and B keys because it got in my way when I typed on it).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 05 July 2013, 22:51:29
Home (Windows - games): Ducky Shine 1 MX blues red LEDs
Home (Mac - everything else): HHKB 2 Pro
Work (Windows): alternating between QFR MX black and Filco yellow keycaps, and KeyCool MX red with PBT whites

It is amusing that most GHers have separate keyboards for home and work :))
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Post by: calavera on Fri, 05 July 2013, 22:54:19
55g lubed blacks. Currently breaking them in. They get better the more I type. :D
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Post by: DuckNorris on Fri, 05 July 2013, 23:00:23
I switch out between  a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate and a Coolermaster Storm Trigger( these were picked when I was a complete newbie in the keyboard world).
SOON, IBM Model M(in mail) and after that a Filco Ninja 2 or Ducky Shine 3 (still deciding).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TimIsABat on Fri, 05 July 2013, 23:36:36
I rotate between a Poker X with reds and a Leopold FC7660M with reds when my "w" key decides to conk out on my Poker X (going to fix this once I get soulder equipment and mx clears and 62g or black springs).

I am also planning to use a Dell AT101 on my family's home computer when I get a PS/2 to USB (it is a combo computer...don't judge...I voted against it XD), and when I finish cleaning it up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 05 July 2013, 23:39:02
This board right now!

(http://i.imgur.com/SX4fNSuh.jpg)


I was using the SSK earlier today, but I switch to this since it has my favorite cap set and some sick purple mods so the least I can do is type on it for a bit
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JDrive on Fri, 05 July 2013, 23:53:06
Choc Mini with MX Red
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TimIsABat on Sat, 06 July 2013, 00:03:34
This board right now!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SX4fNSuh.jpg)



I was using the SSK earlier today, but I switch to this since it has my favorite cap set and some sick purple mods so the least I can do is type on it for a bit

Purple is my favorite color. This is sex
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sat, 06 July 2013, 00:14:58
I just switched to using my GON board today that I finished assembling yesterday. It's aight. Spacebar's a bit awkward since it's a 6.25 on a 7.
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Post by: noisyturtle on Sat, 06 July 2013, 00:17:42
Lubed and stickered ergo-clear Filco TKL. Honestly I haven't even had the inkling to use any of my other 6 boards since this one was finished. Dat grail.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rao2100 on Sat, 06 July 2013, 00:36:01
Home: KMAC Titan LE Vintage blues
Work: QFR Blues
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Post by: jabar on Sat, 06 July 2013, 00:39:59
FC660C at home.

work is many computer with mostly ****ty rubber domes and a few scissor switch keyboards.
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Post by: rsantos97 on Sat, 06 July 2013, 00:58:27
Work : Kinesis Advantage
I also carry it back to use at home.

I was doing the same thing before I finished putting together my ergodox. Now my kinesis stays at home but I take my ergodox back and forth to work.  I also have my Choc mini with browns hooked up to the rig.  All three have brown switches, but I am dying to give reds another try.  And if could get some light korean springs I would try blues again as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knotra on Sat, 06 July 2013, 05:08:35
Work: Realforce 87 TKL 45g
Home: Leopold FC200R w/ Browns
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Reomero on Sat, 06 July 2013, 05:54:37
Just a humble graphite Leopold FC700R with Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Sat, 06 July 2013, 05:59:38
Currently at desktop: I'm using Filco 104 Metallic Blue AI with MX blues and PBT blank caps. I can't say it's my best feeling board but it's definitely best looking one (my previous daily driver was Unicomp Spacesaver M and then Realforce 87UB for a short while). Don't get me wrong about the feel. It's definitely good enough to be a daily driver, at least for now.
As a portable keyboard: I will probably always use HHKB Pro 2. I used it as a daily driver but when I switched back to a keyboard with more keys on it I realized they're there for a reason.
At my wife's desktop: (well a MacBook Pro connected to Apple Thunderbolt display) she's currently got unbranded QFR with MX Reds and Filco keycaps (kinda ghetto Filco keyboard) and she actually likes it more than her previous all black EnduraPro (converted to SpaceSaver as I removed the pointing stick and replaced G, H and B keys because it got in my way when I typed on it).

Scratch that. Unicomp is back as a daily driver. This keyboard is just a joy to use compared to just about anything else. Key weight is just right, tactile response is perfect and the sound is so damn nice!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ikoma on Sat, 06 July 2013, 07:57:35
Currently using one of my Model M2's.
I like to switch between keyboards every week.
(http://i.imgur.com/KVnZ1Mj.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: naokira on Sat, 06 July 2013, 08:40:34
Poker II as my daily driver. Would likely be replaced in the future because the layout is not video editing friendly (especially the arrow keys)

Nearby is  a Blackwidow Ultimate Mass Effect 3 Ed. I keep it because of Commander Shepard :)
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Post by: margo baggins on Sat, 06 July 2013, 09:33:00
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a258/lymph/DSCF0157_zps63b6c1f9.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/lymph/media/DSCF0157_zps63b6c1f9.jpg.html)

I fully love this keyboard. Like I never thought I would! It's G80-1192, which is nkro and has a little speaker that makes an electronic click when you strike a key. And it has Ivan's CMYK caps and original cherry ds caps. Mx-Black with a grey space.
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Post by: fadlanfz on Sat, 06 July 2013, 11:29:49
leopold fc700r and CM storm QFR  :D
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Post by: quickcrx702 on Sat, 06 July 2013, 15:02:29
Black on Black Realforce 55g uniform with crayon and marker all over it.  I gave up cleaning it, my little boy loves my keyboard almost as much as I do, and it adds character LOL.  As soon as I clean it, he messes with it when I'm not looking.
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Post by: CommunistWitchDr on Sat, 06 July 2013, 15:17:15
Rockin my edox.
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Post by: ImperfectLink on Sat, 06 July 2013, 15:28:09
Rockin my edox.

So it's not "Coming Soon!" anymore?  :)
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Post by: CommunistWitchDr on Sat, 06 July 2013, 15:31:38
Rockin my edox.

So it's not "Coming Soon!" anymore?  :)
And my poker is sold, I need to update that
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Post by: smknjoe on Sat, 06 July 2013, 15:51:37
I love it!
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Post by: rowdy on Sat, 06 July 2013, 20:11:09
I love it!


Nice :)
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Post by: Grim Fandango on Sat, 06 July 2013, 20:34:07
I really only use one keyboard , whether it is at work or at home. Filco majestouch 2 with browns.
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Post by: smknjoe on Sat, 06 July 2013, 20:38:46
My phone cam sucks but it's all I have. These pics are a little better. I tried to get the texture of the caps in there but I don't think you can see it. They are like new. No shine at ALL.
 
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Post by: Glod on Sat, 06 July 2013, 22:05:19
Oh i like a thread where i can share that i alternate many keyboards :P

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5348/9228301058_916d507fd2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/9228301058/)

On bottom tier mounted to its own tray, Using one of my 2 ErgoDox (no surprise there) with Lubed Reds for all work related activities which makes up most of my time at this desk and on keyboards.

For Personal Computer (gaming, browsing, folding, etc), the keyboard on top tier of the desk is my newly modded backlit KBT RACE with lubed reds also. Typing on it to write this.  last week it was my HHKB.
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Post by: smknjoe on Sat, 06 July 2013, 22:13:56
Oh i like a thread where i can share that i alternate many keyboards :P

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5348/9228301058_916d507fd2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/9228301058/)

On bottom tier mounted to its own tray, Using one of my 2 ErgoDox (no surprise there) with Lubed Reds for all work related activities which makes up most of my time at this desk and on keyboards.

For Personal Computer (gaming, browsing, folding, etc), the keyboard on top tier of the desk is my newly modded backlit KBT RACE with lubed reds also. Typing on it to write this.  last week it was my HHKB.

Are those wood or leather wrist rests on there? If padded leather then awesome! If wood - still pretty cool.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Sat, 06 July 2013, 22:20:12
they are wood.
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Post by: Kiraaaa on Sun, 07 July 2013, 00:53:06
Using a Logitech G15 v1  ;D
I have a CM Storm QFR Stealth w/ MX Blues.. but I'm not a fan of Blues and actually trying to sell it. I prefer rubber dome over blues
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Post by: Rule16 on Sun, 07 July 2013, 01:54:43
My new Poker II with reds, and I'm loving it!
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Post by: Masterchief79 on Sun, 07 July 2013, 03:26:14
Right at the moment, I'm typing on an G80-1501HAD with black switches and vintage blue springs. That equals something I call "Frankenstein Reds". :D Difference to real reds is, despite these are in fact the real parts (blue, red and brown spring are all the same), these ones are soo smooth :) Whereas new reds on a QFR or something may feel more precise, they are also really scratchy. I like mine very much :)
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Post by: Lupizza on Sun, 07 July 2013, 06:40:58
In school: Disgusting scissor switch laptop crap  :'(
At home: Ducky PBT MX greens  ;D :-* ^-^
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Post by: Leslieann on Sun, 07 July 2013, 06:52:04
My custom painted (watermellon pink) Vortex/Filco with custom aluminum feet, lubed Jailhouse Blues, cut springs, Klaxxon key caps (all RoW, w/WoR Winkeys), Zinc esc cap, Cherry sticker.

I have yet to install my HID liberator and stainless plate.
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Post by: meiosis on Sun, 07 July 2013, 06:58:24
Currently: Filco Mj2 104-key.
Work: HHKB2 Pro
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Post by: bigcity_ on Sun, 07 July 2013, 11:30:22
Steelseries 7G Ten-Keyless.
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Post by: HongKongFui on Sun, 07 July 2013, 11:58:29
Poker II in Aluminium- Case, MX Blacks with pbt- dyesubs
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Post by: HendyZone on Sun, 07 July 2013, 12:12:53
Ducky DK9008S2 Pink Keycap Version - White LED  :D
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Post by: jwaz on Sun, 07 July 2013, 12:16:27
Home: HHKB/ 55g RF87
Work: SSK/ HHKB/ Microsoft Natural Elite
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Post by: Lupizza on Sun, 07 July 2013, 14:49:29
Steelseries 7G Ten-Keyless.

Uh, the 7G doesn't exist in tkl-versions afaik, so how did you get one? :P
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Post by: mapple on Sun, 07 July 2013, 15:24:56
Work: razer blackwidow (cherry mx blue --->> please don't judge me by this, it's only work i don't wanna waste cool stuff for them:)).
Home : ducky g2pro PBT cherry mx green (mostly gaming)
Lab : IBM Model M (but every month i put some other keyboard, cause i admire too much ibm....)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aznsilvrboy on Sun, 07 July 2013, 15:33:17
Filco MJ2 MX Red.
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Post by: Lighthouse1 on Sun, 07 July 2013, 15:41:44
Work: Filco MJ2 TKL with browns
Home: Filco MJ TKL with blues
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Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 07 July 2013, 18:30:05
When I'm at home, my QFR.
School, HHKB.
Playing dota, miniLA (anyone know where I can get one of those dota keycaps?)

My ducky doesn't get much love even though it's may favorite.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PythoN on Mon, 08 July 2013, 23:27:14
atm I'm typing on a quickfire stealth with blues. wouldn't give it up for (ALMOST) anything in the world. :D
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Post by: Photekq on Tue, 09 July 2013, 06:40:36
When I'm at home, my QFR.
School, HHKB.
Playing dota, miniLA (anyone know where I can get one of those dota keycaps?)

My ducky doesn't get much love even though it's may favorite.
Qwerkeys (http://www.qwerkeys.co.uk/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=59_68&product_id=97) and feng (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Custom-R4-Dota-2-PBT-Cherry-MX-Keycap-/330853924490?hash=item4d086e3e8a) sell them.
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Post by: Quardah on Tue, 09 July 2013, 09:33:12
This board right now!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SX4fNSuh.jpg)



I was using the SSK earlier today, but I switch to this since it has my favorite cap set and some sick purple mods so the least I can do is type on it for a bit

Damn that's a neat looking keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Tue, 09 July 2013, 10:56:52
Until I finish fixing my Model M, I'm stuck with a Compaq rubberdome.
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Post by: Tarzan on Tue, 09 July 2013, 10:59:39
TG3-82 with MX CLears.

Lovely.  The first less-than-fullsize board I've tried that could make me a TLK convert.   :D

(I said could, the Unicomp 122-key is my preferred backup work keyboard.)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Tue, 09 July 2013, 11:07:02
Nice. What do you think of the clears? Are you just using the stock springs, or did you do an ergo clear mod?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tarzan on Tue, 09 July 2013, 11:09:41
Nice. What do you think of the clears? Are you just using the stock springs, or did you do an ergo clear mod?

Stock Clears are great, as I tend to like the heavier springs.  Several buckling spring keyboards and a CM Trigger with Greens are my fallback options.  I recently bought some MX Whites, now looking for the optimal PCB/case to try these with.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Tue, 09 July 2013, 11:19:37
Whites! Ooh... I'm really curious as to white(see what I did there) they feel like. You might be able to find some old cherry boards on ebay. You could just replace the switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 09 July 2013, 11:23:24
Thimplum, if you're interested in a review on MX Whites, I just wrote a review on my Pure with MX Whites. The review is in my signature.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Tue, 09 July 2013, 11:48:27
Nice review! But reading about switches isn't the same as typing on them. I wish that I had signed up for the UST tour when I had the chance.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Galaxy on Tue, 09 July 2013, 12:19:16
At work: Ducky Zero DK2108 (w/ browns)

At home: Filco Majestouch 2 (104 key w/ browns)


I have half a mind to sell my Ducky Zero and buy another MJ2 for work. The Ducky just feels..... cheap; in comparison.
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Post by: neoezekiel on Tue, 09 July 2013, 12:19:50
one of my M13s  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Paljas on Tue, 09 July 2013, 12:40:17
Work: Razer BlackWidow
Home: Logitech UltraX (hiding in shame), QFR somewhere over the ocean right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tony on Tue, 09 July 2013, 23:21:34
Work: Filco 104 brown, Choc mini blue (for fun), Choc mini red (for fun)
Home: Filco 87 brown, Compaq MX 11800 brown, CMstorm QFR black
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ajcfernandes on Wed, 10 July 2013, 04:39:55
At home: Filco Majestouch 2 Mx Blue
At work: Some Lenovo membrane keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mauri on Wed, 10 July 2013, 04:42:48
I keep switching between my topre and filco u_u I think I should just sell the other just to get peace of mind, especially when I've got another board coming up too but I can't decide which to part with :///

Currently using logitech membrane due to having to evacuate my apartment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bueller on Wed, 10 July 2013, 04:45:55
I have half a mind to sell my Ducky Zero and buy another MJ2 for work. The Ducky just feels..... cheap; in comparison.

They should call that the "Filco effect". Every board I've touched since I got mine has felt like utter ****.

Home: Filco TKL (how can something so simple be so GOOD?)
Work: Quickfire TK (soon to be sold, after using the Filco I cringe when I have to use the TK).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheSoulhunter on Wed, 10 July 2013, 07:14:39
Using Pokers for like 2 years now, first with reds then with clears, and right now I use one with mixed* clears...
*65g ergo clears on alpha, panda clears on numrow, grey on space, and regular clears on the other bottom row keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bigx333 on Wed, 10 July 2013, 16:54:57
Quickfire TK with Reds, getting really tired of pressing the spacebar without noticing  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtn5021 on Thu, 11 July 2013, 03:56:03
I just got my CM Storm QFR in the mail this afternoon. This is my first mechanical keyboard and I must say, I'm NEVER going back to membrane keyboards ever again! Before this I was previously typing on a Logitech K120 and thought it was suitable for my needs. But typing on a mechanical keyboard is MAGICAL. I can't wait to try out all the switches I can!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 11 July 2013, 04:58:21
I just got my CM Storm QFR in the mail this afternoon. This is my first mechanical keyboard and I must say, I'm NEVER going back to membrane keyboards ever again! Before this I was previously typing on a Logitech K120 and thought it was suitable for my needs. But typing on a mechanical keyboard is MAGICAL. I can't wait to try out all the switches I can!

This.

This is why people join.

Glad you are enjoying it :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jack Karneval on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:22:23
I just got my CM Storm QFR in the mail this afternoon. This is my first mechanical keyboard and I must say, I'm NEVER going back to membrane keyboards ever again! Before this I was previously typing on a Logitech K120 and thought it was suitable for my needs. But typing on a mechanical keyboard is MAGICAL. I can't wait to try out all the switches I can!

Welcome to the family my friend!  ^-^

Keep an eye out in the "Keyboards" section of the forum for the next time Hashbaz runs the Ultimate Switch Tester tour. This will give you an opportunity to try all of the available Cherry MX switches, as well as many modified switches for basically next to nothing!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:24:07
I'm also running a switch/keycap tester tour if anyone is interested. Link is in my signature.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ekw808 on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:24:14
HHKB 55g Type S
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: InAComaDial999 on Thu, 11 July 2013, 12:18:15
Work: Filco MJ Ninja TKL with Reds
Home: Ducky 9008G2 Pro PBT keycaps with Clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GLaDOS on Thu, 11 July 2013, 12:30:37
AT102W. Black ALPS.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 11 July 2013, 21:06:18
Switched to CM QFR Blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Thu, 11 July 2013, 21:13:05
IBM Model M. I enjoy experimenting with today's boards, and I like the aesthetics and design economies of the 60% models, but nothing compares with the Model M for its feeling of certainty and precision; it's almost as if it reads my mind and types what I want it to type without conscious effort on my part.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr626 on Thu, 11 July 2013, 21:42:04
My Lexmark aircraft carrier. Bit of a change from the Poker at home...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: geekTH on Fri, 12 July 2013, 01:00:43
I'm using KEYCOOL K-9 104 Keys Mechanical Keyboard-Cherry MX Brown Switch

I'm really enjoy it ,typing with brown is wonderful, I can typing a whole day and not feel tired....that's the true!!!

(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1557113/) keycool k-9 with original keycaps,jusst looks normal

(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1557125/) all the leds without keycaps, I'm replacing the keycaps

(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1557131/)

(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1557132/) we got 10 keycaps available for led lighting, come with the package

(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1557133/)

(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1557134/) oh I fall in love with the lighting green "K"
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knotra on Fri, 12 July 2013, 01:40:16
Filco Ninja Majestouch-2 with Red Switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ferociousfingerings on Fri, 12 July 2013, 04:13:18
Still the g710+
Still like it.
Still want a smaller board (ie: the GH60 due around october! ... or a poker 2 if i can't wait).
Still worried that i'll miss the F-keys... but knowing i'll love having my typing area centered, instead of way off to the left, to allow for mouse room past the TK area.
It's a bit dusty, i never use the "media keys," i occasionally use the volume roller, i frequently use the mute button, and having a column of dedicated macro keys is rather nice.
It's a little rattle-y on the mods, the space is loud and bounces (double-spaces if i'm not careful)
Love the black and grey with the white backlit keys. The coating which forms the black color, into which the legends are engraved/etched-out, has held up quite well, so far, with only ever-so-slight "shining," which has not yet altered the textured feel of the keys. Aside from the dust, and some slight alpha-shine, it looks and feels brand new.
I was planning to sell it once the GH60 is here, but... i'm not so sure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Paljas on Fri, 12 July 2013, 06:12:18
Quickfire TK with Reds, getting really tired of pressing the spacebar without noticing  :))
Well... they probably call it quickfire for a reason :cool:.

PS: when I press the spacebar of the QF Pro, not just me but the rest of the country notices.. as it is likely the most audible noise at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 12 July 2013, 09:00:19
I have half a mind to sell my Ducky Zero and buy another MJ2 for work. The Ducky just feels..... cheap; in comparison.

They should call that the "Filco effect". Every board I've touched since I got mine has felt like utter ****.

Home: Filco TKL (how can something so simple be so GOOD?)
Work: Quickfire TK (soon to be sold, after using the Filco I cringe when I have to use the TK).

I take it you've never used a Model F?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcrouse on Fri, 12 July 2013, 09:14:01
Be happy

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:20:20
Be happy

Wow mate your keyboard really look neat. The color scheme is sweet.

What model is this little baby?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:27:45
Be happy

Wow mate your keyboard really look neat. The color scheme is sweet.

What model is this little baby?

I think it's an HHKB Pro 2, if that's what you're wondering.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photekq on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:28:46
I think it's an HHKB Pro 2, if that's what you're wondering.
It's a KMAC Happy with HHKB layout. http://kbdmod.co.kr/product/detail.html?product_no=15&cate_no=4&display_group=1

Very nice keyboard John. How are you liking it so far? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oTurtlez on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:28:51
Be happy

Wow mate your keyboard really look neat. The color scheme is sweet.

What model is this little baby?

I think it's an HHKB Pro 2, if that's what you're wondering.

I believe it's actually a KMAC-Happy, Notice the raindrop keyset, which is only available on Cherry MX.

GAH Photekq, you beat me by 5 seconds because I was fixing something!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcrouse on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:29:33
Be happy

Wow mate your keyboard really look neat. The color scheme is sweet.

What model is this little baby?
It is a kmac happy, hence my comment, "be happy".  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcrouse on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:33:09
I think it's an HHKB Pro 2, if that's what you're wondering.
It's a KMAC Happy with HHKB layout. http://kbdmod.co.kr/product/detail.html?product_no=15&cate_no=4&display_group=1

Very nice keyboard John. How are you liking it so far? :)
I like the default hhkb layout but I need to get the programming right. I was not a real fan of the silver at first but it is pretty versitile, looks good with Rain Drop, CC&G, RA and so forth. I also like the build quality.

John
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Post by: SeriouSSpotS on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:35:22
Be happy

That looks awesome.
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Post by: esoomenona on Fri, 12 July 2013, 10:49:06
I agree, John. It is very nice. I've really come to like the HHKB layout. Before using it, I couldn't understand why jd was always trying to make Cherry keyboards in it's image, but now I understand. Oh, I understand...
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Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 12 July 2013, 11:19:00
Ahh. Sorry. I though he had painted the case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Fri, 12 July 2013, 14:03:44
Ahh. Sorry. I though he had painted the case.

well then there is fact that those are MX key caps.......
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Fri, 12 July 2013, 14:05:12
Be happy

Very nice John
Hopefully someday i can own a hhkb cherry layout board...the happy looks so sweet

raindrop goes well with the silver too :)
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Post by: aggiejy on Fri, 12 July 2013, 14:27:35
Wawwwaaww..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 12 July 2013, 14:29:28
Are you selling or trading?

I can spare 5$ or a Starbuck coffee. You're call.

:)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BobBagwill on Sat, 13 July 2013, 18:06:23
KBtalKing Pure orange.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sat, 13 July 2013, 18:07:33
Okay now I'm switching back and forth between the LZ-S and the NS LED86... exact same specs in regards to the switches, but still has that slightly different feel. It's awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LinkPro on Sat, 13 July 2013, 22:31:28
I'm using the G710+ and loving it so far. It's a little too big but the macro keys are pretty handy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xredman on Sat, 13 July 2013, 23:51:12
Currently HHKB Pro 2. Saving up for a KMAC :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Sun, 14 July 2013, 00:09:12
MODEL M (my first ever one arrived tuesday) All day long Saturday for work, my ergodox got a break saturday. :O
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boost on Sun, 14 July 2013, 00:12:53
356mini 😔
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hashbaz on Sun, 14 July 2013, 00:27:25
Be happy

You're making me regret not getting one of these... :-/

At work I primarily use my KMAC with 62g blacks.  At home I rotate between a 45g Realforce and a Rosewill with blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcrouse on Sun, 14 July 2013, 02:11:32
356mini 😔
Pics?
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Post by: jcrouse on Mon, 15 July 2013, 06:33:47
A little Alps action today ....

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Mon, 15 July 2013, 06:45:02
A little Alps action today ....

$w@ggerz like it's monday.

Oh wait it's monday.

$w@ggerz.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phetto on Mon, 15 July 2013, 06:47:40
Nice GH SS John!!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ultratude on Mon, 15 July 2013, 08:00:22
Poker 2 brown and HHKB Pro 2.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tarzan on Mon, 15 July 2013, 08:03:53
Marquardt HEROS keyboard.  First time I've tried these switches, they do have a certain amount of tactility, but I wouldn't call them scratchy by any means.  I replaced the stock caps with thick Cherry DS ones, that may also help to smooth out the key feel.

Switching back to ISO is a bit of a learning adjustment, especially that 1.25 left shift, but it's not too bad.  Now if I could just get the trackball to work...

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boost on Mon, 15 July 2013, 08:05:39
IBM ssk. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Caaaarrrt on Mon, 15 July 2013, 08:13:52
HHKB Pro 2.

Poker is on my desk too which I switch between every now and then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcrouse on Mon, 15 July 2013, 09:12:21
IBM ssk.
Pics?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 15 July 2013, 09:17:40
My wonderful Ducky Shine.  Until others are finished.  But I just love this keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mcbonz on Mon, 15 July 2013, 11:04:49
I've been using this rubber dome DELL L100 USB Keyboard for 2 years now.  :'( Given that I type quite a lot and spend a significant amount of time in front of my computer every day it is quite surprising that all the keys still work. :-X

What's special about it? nothing.
but It got Chinese labels and being a linux enthusiast I couldn't stand the windows keys so I have a nice smiley sticker "mod" for them  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Mon, 15 July 2013, 11:13:00
You seriously need an upgrade dude
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jwaz on Mon, 15 July 2013, 11:39:46
I've been using this rubber dome DELL L100 USB Keyboard for 2 years now.  :'( Given that I type quite a lot and spend a significant amount of time in front of my computer every day it is quite surprising that all the keys still work. :-X

What's special about it? nothing.
but It got Chinese labels and being a linux enthusiast I couldn't stand the windows keys so I have a nice smiley sticker "mod" for them  ;D

These things are the bane of my existence.  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mcbonz on Mon, 15 July 2013, 11:41:52
You seriously need an upgrade dude

that's so true.
soooooon  ;)
time goes so slow when one is waiting  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcrouse on Wed, 17 July 2013, 08:29:57
A little kmac2 action for a couple of days ....

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Post by: badcop on Wed, 17 July 2013, 08:33:23
(http://i.imgur.com/g861zv4.jpg)
 ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 08:39:04
A G81, of course. What else would I be using...?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 17 July 2013, 09:09:25
A G81, of course. What else would I be using...?

Pics?

And I'm using my good ole' ducky with clears for the time being....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 18 July 2013, 10:52:13
Dell Quietkey. 

Best rubber dome keyboard not named Topre that I've ever used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oTurtlez on Thu, 18 July 2013, 10:55:36
This might be my 7th post about it today, but Realforce 87U Type S and it's fantastic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SidusNare on Thu, 18 July 2013, 11:00:52
I have 2 keyboards I use regularly:

My main keyboard on my desktop at home is a Noppoo chock mini with MX browns and a GoldTouch keypad with browns as well.

At work / mobile, I use a full leopold with MX blues. I carry it and my M570 with me, the dust shield makes a decent cover for stowing in my laptop backpack and the detachable USB cable reduces the chance of damage in transit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Danule on Thu, 18 July 2013, 11:19:23
I have 2 keyboards I use regularly:

My main keyboard on my desktop at home is a Noppoo chock mini with MX browns and a GoldTouch keypad with browns as well.

At work / mobile, I use a full leopold with MX blues. I carry it and my M570 with me, the dust shield makes a decent cover for stowing in my laptop backpack and the detachable USB cable reduces the chance of damage in transit.

they let you use a cherry blue at work? daymn.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 18 July 2013, 14:13:28
I have 2 keyboards I use regularly:

My main keyboard on my desktop at home is a Noppoo chock mini with MX browns and a GoldTouch keypad with browns as well.

At work / mobile, I use a full leopold with MX blues. I carry it and my M570 with me, the dust shield makes a decent cover for stowing in my laptop backpack and the detachable USB cable reduces the chance of damage in transit.

they let you use a cherry blue at work? daymn.

Yeah Sidus, Danule is right n00bs would totally kill me if i was using some blues at my office.

Some people are lucky i guess.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 18 July 2013, 14:37:08
I use a Filco MJ2 at my office. It's loud as hell here. No one really hears my Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Yzeets on Thu, 18 July 2013, 15:26:42
ducky shine but really want to try realforce :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danrew on Fri, 19 July 2013, 08:22:56
I use a Filco MJ2 at my office. It's loud as hell here. No one really hears my Blues.

I'm trying to imagine a workplace where no one would notice a Cherry Blue keyboard...do you work at the stock exchange?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 19 July 2013, 08:28:05
I use a Filco MJ2 at my office. It's loud as hell here. No one really hears my Blues.

I'm trying to imagine a workplace where no one would notice a Cherry Blue keyboard...do you work at the stock exchange?

No, I'm an engineer. My work place is filled with arguments, phone calls, people smashing their RDs in frustration, air conditioning, and other white noises. It's definitely not library quiet. People do hear it but it's not annoying since it's not louder than anything else.

You kids always act like typing on Blues is like setting off firecrackers indoors. It not *that* loud.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danrew on Fri, 19 July 2013, 08:35:51
Was using a Filco with MX Blues until yesterday. Just got a Realforce 87U this morning.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: velvetdon25 on Fri, 19 July 2013, 08:44:39
Typing on my recently obtained HHKB Pro 2. Came from Filco Majestouch TKL brown and red and never going back.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 19 July 2013, 08:58:06
I use a Filco MJ2 at my office. It's loud as hell here. No one really hears my Blues.

I'm trying to imagine a workplace where no one would notice a Cherry Blue keyboard...do you work at the stock exchange?

No, I'm an engineer. My work place is filled with arguments, phone calls, people smashing their RDs in frustration, air conditioning, and other white noises. It's definitely not library quiet. People do hear it but it's not annoying since it's not louder than anything else.

You kids always act like typing on Blues is like setting off firecrackers indoors. It not *that* loud.

I heard it was as loud as an AK-47 but i am unsure i have not tested them yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danrew on Fri, 19 July 2013, 09:49:01
I think the reason MX Blues are perceived as being very noisy is because of the high pitched click they make. I think that all three of my Filcos are about equally loud because, for me personally, a majority of the noise comes from bottoming out. Regardless of the switch type, the sound of the keys bottoming out on a metal plate sound the same to me. I've never tried the o-ring mod (where people put o-rings on the key stems) but I believe that would reduce a lot of the noise. The blues just have that extra higher pitched click that I think a lot of people have a hard time adjusting to.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 19 July 2013, 09:54:18
I've never tried the o-ring mod (where people put o-rings on the key stems) but I believe that would reduce a lot of the noise. The blues just have that extra higher pitched click that I think a lot of people have a hard time adjusting to.

O-rings on blue switches don't help *that" much. The actuation noise is still heard but the bottom out is muffled. I wrote a review (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40227.0) on this that has a video showing the sound differences.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommunistWitchDr on Fri, 19 July 2013, 10:03:36
Brb, installing firecrackers in my keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danrew on Fri, 19 July 2013, 10:18:13
Brb, installing firecrackers in my keyboard.

^ This
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 19 July 2013, 13:52:27
Logitech UltraX Premium Keyboard. I've sanded some shiny keys, and I'd like to know how it feels. BTW those scissor switches are stiff even for scissor switches...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SkyCorrigan on Sat, 20 July 2013, 23:37:39
Filco Majestouch 2. Blue switches, 50 a o-rings, and thick cherry profile keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SkyCorrigan on Sat, 20 July 2013, 23:38:14
If you don't use a Filco you're dumb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sat, 20 July 2013, 23:39:01
^

I too, have a Filco sitting on my shelf.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sat, 20 July 2013, 23:39:29
My Laptop's keyboard...dem scissor switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Sat, 20 July 2013, 23:40:31
My Laptop's keyboard...dem scissor switches

Same, but I did bring my poker just encase I get a chance to use it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sat, 20 July 2013, 23:49:17
My Laptop's keyboard...dem scissor switches

Same, but I did bring my poker just encase I get a chance to use it

I didn't think to bring of mine...thought i would be on my laptop less
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Sun, 21 July 2013, 00:03:15
Filco with freshly finished "Jailhouse" Blues and thick PBT keycaps.  Mmmm dreamy.  So soft, quiet, and the caps feel powdery.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bahamot on Sun, 21 July 2013, 03:28:29
Stock Ducky Shine 2 with brown switch and red backlit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 21 July 2013, 03:31:08
Ha!  Right this second I am using a newly refurbished Model M! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 25 July 2013, 07:23:51
Just got a DIN5 to DIN6 adapter for my Siig Minitouch with Monterrey Blues. Been using that at home and I'm in total love. I'm sad I'm at work using this Filco because it's not the Minitouch. I miss my Alps already :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Thu, 25 July 2013, 08:21:59
Hi, new here, and pretty new to the world, no, universe of mechanical keyboards. I have:
Main rig - Topre Realforce 103UB-55G
2nd Rig - Filco Majestouch NINJA Black (white case)
3rd Rig - CM Storm Trigger Green
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ekruceal on Thu, 25 July 2013, 09:35:48
I'm using a Ducky 9008G2 Pro w/PBT keycaps (Cherry MX blue).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Thu, 25 July 2013, 10:20:33
Ducky 9008G2 Pro/Browns

Dell (Old Logo) AT101 Black Alps..........very nice
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: reiuorw on Thu, 25 July 2013, 10:52:47
A.87 ps2avr acrylic. very nice
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Niomosy on Thu, 25 July 2013, 12:24:48
I was using the SGI Granite with white Alps I'd pulled out from a box in the garage but forearm pain started coming in despite me trying to be pretty careful after using it for a couple days.  I'm back to an MS Ergo 4000 at both home and work.

Dammit, someone make an MS Ergo 4000 in MX Reds :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 25 July 2013, 12:33:11
Dammit, someone make an MS Ergo 4000 in MX Reds :(

Wish Granted (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12439.0). It's in Browns...but close enough.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ayrsen on Thu, 25 July 2013, 12:40:34
Ducky year of the dragon tkl black switch, love it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foxtrott on Thu, 25 July 2013, 12:51:08
WASD Version 1 with browns..  with PBT Kaps from an old typewriter Adler Gariele 7007L.  ;D

.. and i looking for a TKL with ISO and Blues..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 25 July 2013, 13:08:38
Main Machine : Steelseries 7G Black MX with additional custom keycaps (for some []\/[]@D$\/\/@G) with French Canadian Qwerty layout
At the Office : Poker II Brown MX (with Blank Spacebar) with US english Qwerty layout.
My netbook is an HP Mini 1000 the keyboard is crap lol. It has US english Qwerty layout also.

Ipad has iOS6 keyboard on US english layout even if i type french.
Iphone has iOS7 keyboard on US english layout too.

iOS7 Keyboard is way better than any other virtual keyboard for mobile, trust me. I use both everyday and i feel the difference between the two. iOS7 keyboard is a blessing for the newer mobile operating system.

My dad has an IBM Mech. Keyboard which i don't know the model but it has Canadian Acnor layout and that's pretty badass that makes it a little unique. Acnor is very rare.

I used to own a Corsair K90 Red MX but Red just isn't for me after second tought. It was pretty sweet at first and it taught me how to type with less aggressiveness, but it's really not meant for gaming in my opinion. It's too light and i'm a man.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: uJalled on Thu, 25 July 2013, 14:21:01
Filco Majestouch 2 with Mx Blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Xenderwind on Thu, 25 July 2013, 14:27:09
QFR with browns.  Just ordered a QFR with reds that I plan on modding to either 62g or 65g clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: StylinGreymon on Thu, 25 July 2013, 23:25:38
Filco TKL with blues and some geekfeng PBT caps.
It's my first foray into the world of mechanical keyboards, and I'm quite pleased with it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tormentor on Fri, 26 July 2013, 00:58:44
a crappy cheap logitech k120. It's embarrassing. Waiting for the Shine 3. Unless someone puts up a deal I can't refuse between now and release I'll be waiting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Niomosy on Fri, 26 July 2013, 13:44:40
Dammit, someone make an MS Ergo 4000 in MX Reds :(

Wish Granted (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12439.0). It's in Browns...but close enough.

Heh, I've seen that keyboard.

Believe me, there are days when I'm tempted to try to do this.  Yet I know I don't have the skills or tools to do so.  Plus I'd really want to be able to use all the media keys on it - have my Windows registry set to use the 1 and 2 programmable buttons as previous/next for Winamp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microjackson on Fri, 26 July 2013, 13:48:45
Im rocking a brand new realforce 87u.  First topre switch kb ive used.  Its just like McDonald's.... Im luvin it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 26 July 2013, 14:08:21
Im rocking a brand new realforce 87u.  First topre switch kb ive used.  Its just like McDonald's.... Im luggin it!

FTFY!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: i3oilermaker on Fri, 26 July 2013, 14:09:53
Hooked on Poker 2...dat Pn layer!

I find myself reaching for Pn and Fn on regular boards now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PointyFox on Fri, 26 July 2013, 19:22:20
Hooked on Poker 2...dat Pn layer!

I find myself reaching for Pn and Fn on regular boards now.

Same, er, well not the Pn yet.  I need to figure that out.  ^-^  Thanks for the Poker 2!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sat, 27 July 2013, 01:29:22
Hi, new here, and pretty new to the world, no, universe of mechanical keyboards. I have:
Main rig - Topre Realforce 103UB-55G
2nd Rig - Filco Majestouch NINJA Black (white case)
3rd Rig - CM Storm Trigger Green
I had changed the keyboard on my 2nd rig. I had gotten a Ducky DK9008 Cherry Blue in preparation of the Miami key set I'd gotten a friend to order for me, before I'd joined the excellent forum, so I painted it white. While awaiting the arrival of the key caps, I decided to use my spare Ducky white on white key caps just so that I can use the keyboard. The Filco has gone back into its box and is with the rest of my collection. It looks too much like a Mac KB for my liking, but heck, I'm learning to like the look.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20130727_134613_zps7af1cdd5.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20130727_134556_zps65bd1586.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 28 July 2013, 17:38:29
Noppoo Choc Mini (MX Red, black, Cherry keycaps) at my standing setup
thinkpad keyboard everywhere else

I have to force myself to finish my ergodox and clean the endurapro that lies in the closet.

...and this is typed on a TypeMatrix 2030 with blank skin.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Null Hypothesis on Sun, 28 July 2013, 18:28:04
Typing this on my first Model M (clunk), which I just finished putting back together after initial cleaning. I suspect it will become my new home keyboard since my co-workers already think MX Blues are too loud. I may be switching out the Ducky 9008 with Reds I use at work for the WASD with Browns that was my home keyboard until today. Just for fun. I swap keyboards around a lot.

Clunk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jalberstone on Sun, 28 July 2013, 18:35:42
I switch off using my DK9008G2 PRO PBT Grey keycaps with cherry mx clear or my Ducky Shine II TKL with cherry mx blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mysteric on Sun, 28 July 2013, 19:16:32
Call me mad, but I got a BNIB QFR for free so I sold my Filco. Haven't regretted it so far and got more for the Filco than what the QFR would've sold for :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: neoezekiel on Mon, 29 July 2013, 15:21:02
I switch off using my DK9008G2 PRO PBT Grey keycaps with cherry mx clear or my Ducky Shine II TKL with cherry mx blue.

I recently got that exact DK9008G2, it is pretty nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 29 July 2013, 15:31:08
I've basically found my "Topre"--my Master Switch--in Jailhouse Blues.  Nothing else will do now.  Browns are no longer my favorite, ergo-Clears no longer interest me.  Looks like I should add one of them to the Classifieds now.  Kinda sad, but on the other hand whenever I type on my modified Blues, I get my smile back on :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Mon, 29 July 2013, 16:23:00
F AT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jameslr on Mon, 29 July 2013, 17:25:48
QFR with MX blues. Only until my Shine III with MX blues comes in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Tue, 30 July 2013, 03:06:54
Ducky 9087G2Pro LE with Brown & Clear switches.
Took the keycaps off, and apparently the "\" key isn't clear like advertized, but is brown.  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LONGZILLA on Tue, 30 July 2013, 11:34:01
Just hit my 4 year anniversary with my Kinesis Advantage (also happens to be the first mechanical keyboard I ever laid my fingers on).

It was an office hand-me-down, is in dire need of a cleaning and new set of pads.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 30 July 2013, 12:00:15
Quickfire XT w/ Brown switches.  Going to be putting on Qtan's Vortex Black on Black Dye-Sub set soon! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Danule on Tue, 30 July 2013, 12:22:03
Currently using a Filco MJ Ninja with browns that I replaced the stock caps with Cherry doubleshots.

http://imgur.com/KAyN6Vo
http://imgur.com/DjR5SLH
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Tue, 30 July 2013, 12:29:40
What I believe to be the best of the best (until i get my DKS3 TKL);

A (non-branded) QFR browns with black on black dyesub Vortex PBT caps and black soft landing pads from EK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fragil1ty on Tue, 30 July 2013, 14:13:02
Currently: Noppoo Choc Mini - MX Cherry Red
Awaiting: Keycool Grey 84 - MX Cherry Black (Should be here in 2 weeks, cannot wait!?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:40:22
Back to Filco with MX Blues. They feel and sound nowhere as nice as BS but I am surprisingly much faster on those! I don't know if it's the lighter force required or the high pitched clicks but my WPM goes up from 85-95 to 95-105.
Of course HHKB is still my travel keyboard, although I haven't travelled much recently.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: esoomenona on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:40:58
HHKB Pro 2. I'm also using my 1800 as a number pad...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:45:14
HHKB Pro 2. I'm also using my 1800 as a number pad...

pics!! :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: esoomenona on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:46:28
Pics will be coming sooner or later...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: compgeke on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:56:54
Plain '87 Model M, nothing special about it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: inteli722 on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:57:39
My only Mechanical (for the moment)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: i3oilermaker on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:58:06
Poker 2 (Browns) - Titanium Spacebar
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IFL on Tue, 30 July 2013, 15:58:44
Sadly still my Blackwidow w/ blues, but waiting for my Poker II to get in the mail, which also has blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: orlando on Tue, 30 July 2013, 16:00:00
HHKB pro 2.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tricheboars on Tue, 30 July 2013, 16:19:28

Work:   Custom Poker with MX Blues, 50a O-Rings, low profile aluminum case and iMav Plate, POM Alphas and Ivan's Purple Mods. 

Home:   Custom QFR with MX Blues, pink case, and R4 Spherical Keycaps (Space Cadet Style)

those are the ones i will use today. i have many more but i go through phases.   my next major purchase will be a RealForce 87u 55g. the only reason why i dont own one now is that there is a total lack of custom caps options for topre.  but i would love to replace my QFR with a realforce for my SC2 addiction...

Poker 2 (Browns) - Titanium Spacebar
nice spacebar but i want cap info! especially from you !3oilermaker! i know you have the dopest caps in town.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Tue, 06 August 2013, 11:35:05
Switched back from F AT to SSK
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Tue, 06 August 2013, 11:37:38
Replaced the DK9008 with a HHKB Pro2....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Seize on Tue, 06 August 2013, 12:19:28
90% of the time Steel Series 7G cherry mx blacks

10% of the time if i miss that clicky noise razer black widow 2013 mx blues, but i quickly get irritated with the noise haha xD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 06 August 2013, 13:07:03
90% of the time Steel Series 7G cherry mx blacks

10% of the time if i miss that clicky noise razer black widow 2013 mx blues, but i quickly get irritated with the noise haha xD

I totally feel you about the SteelSeries 7G. Most probably the most gorgeous keyboard i've ever come to use in my entire life so far. The build quality is very good for a popular gaming brand, and what i really like is both headset 3.5 jacks so i can freely walk away from my desk since the wires start at the keyboard.

I can also plug my Poker II into the SteelSeries USB... Keyboardception.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: crek on Tue, 06 August 2013, 13:20:52
Currently using the Filco Majestouch 2 with brown switches. It is my first mechanical keyboard but i am strongly considering buying Poker II to try the 60% thing out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jonathanyu on Tue, 06 August 2013, 13:44:17
i am using a filco ninja87 red switch right now. and i am pending to get a GON NS PS2AVR87. i really love that board ;D of course, i love my filco too
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cropzy on Tue, 06 August 2013, 13:58:56
CM Storm Quickfire Rapid Tenkeyless Cherry MX Blacks


HNNNGG
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Tue, 06 August 2013, 17:25:21
Tex Beetle.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: inteli722 on Tue, 06 August 2013, 17:38:27
Quickfire Rapid Greens.

*fingergasm*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Tue, 06 August 2013, 19:40:09
Switched from the KMAC Mini over to the 38GT with reds at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tribade on Tue, 06 August 2013, 20:15:19
I'm mostly using my KMAC mini with 55g blacks now, but I still use my HHKB pro 2 occasionally.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Tue, 06 August 2013, 20:27:28
Right now I'm using a Gateway2000 rubber dome keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiceBar on Tue, 06 August 2013, 20:38:20
Right now I'm using a Realforce 88UB (it's just a black on black ISO FR version of the Realforce 87).

http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se1700 (http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se1700)



Just before I was using a slightly modded KBT Pure Pro (not to be confused with a KBT Pure) with greased browns, that I'm going to use again later because I have managed to make it more silent than the Realforce. Its silence and backlighting are needed because my girlfriend and our 2 years old son will be sleeping nearby.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 06 August 2013, 21:15:54
Right now I'm using a Gateway2000 rubber dome keyboard.

They're nice - they have MX-compatible keycaps (mostly).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 07 August 2013, 07:05:45
Right now I'm using a Realforce 88UB (it's just a black on black ISO FR version of the Realforce 87).

http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se1700 (http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se1700)



Just before I was using a slightly modded KBT Pure Pro (not to be confused with a KBT Pure) with greased browns, that I'm going to use again later because I have managed to make it more silent than the Realforce. Its silence and backlighting are needed because my girlfriend and our 2 years old son will be sleeping nearby.

(Attachment Link)

Ton clavier est incroyablement beau. C'est rare sur Geekhack de voir des claviers Azerty!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiceBar on Wed, 07 August 2013, 16:45:13
Merci!

C'est du AZERTY de France, et c'est l'occasion pour moi de te demander si vous utilisez le même au Canada (ou plus précisément au Quebec où tu dois être, je suppose).


Let me translate this to English so everybody can follow:

Quardah tells me that my keyboard is beautiful and that AZERTY keyboard are not often seen here. I answer that it's a French AZERTY and I'm asking if they use the same in the French-speaking region of Quebec in Canada.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 07 August 2013, 18:51:50
Oh man... who would have thought I would love stock Clears as much as I'm loving them right now!  Traded with someone for a Ducky Shine II with MX Clears for my OH and have been testing out the keyboard for the past hour.  I love it!  It's a wonderful switch.

I actually put 62g springs into Clears for my Filco and did not really like the result.  I was sure that stock Clears would be far too heavy for me.  But actually they feel just right, whereas 62g "ergo-Clears" feel too heavy!!  Why?  Because ergo-Clears are kind of "wobbly"... the only way I can summarize the feeling.  The long bump feels shaky and awkward. Stock clears are cushiony and feel very solid, and I only need to touch-type to the actuation point without any accidental bottoming out.  The result is cushiony smooth and very pleasant.  And this is coming from someone who loves light switches like Browns.

Anyway, I gave away my stock Clear springs, so I'll be putting in vintage Black springs into my Filco's Clears now!  Good thing those springs should be close enough according to a recent spring stiffness analysis :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jameslr on Wed, 07 August 2013, 19:07:52
Oh man... who would have thought I would love stock Clears as much as I'm loving them right now!  Traded with someone for a Ducky Shine II with MX Clears for my OH and have been testing out the keyboard for the past hour.  I love it!  It's a wonderful switch.

I actually put 62g springs into Clears for my Filco and did not really like the result.  I was sure that stock Clears would be far too heavy for me.  But actually they feel just right, whereas 62g "ergo-Clears" feel too heavy!!  Why?  Because ergo-Clears are kind of "wobbly"... the only way I can summarize the feeling.  The long bump feels shaky and awkward. Stock clears are cushiony and feel very solid, and I only need to touch-type to the actuation point without any accidental bottoming out.  The result is cushiony smooth and very pleasant.  And this is coming from someone who loves light switches like Browns.

Anyway, I gave away my stock Clear springs, so I'll be putting in vintage Black springs into my Filco's Clears now!  Good thing those springs should be close enough according to a recent spring stiffness analysis :D

Sounds like a Topre switch to me. I've never used a MX clear switch, but that's pretty much what my Topre 55g uniform feels like. That's what I'm typing on right now. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 07 August 2013, 19:10:35
I've yet to try Topre =/  Someday!  But in all honesty, I feel like my hands get more of a workout on lubed and stickered 62g ergo-Clears vs stock Clears.  I can't bottom out stock Clears, because I'm a soft touch-typist, so I definitely only go as far as the actuation point with most fingers.  The end result feels like less overall exerted force.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: compgeke on Wed, 07 August 2013, 19:13:50
Currently using a Thinkpad T410 keyboard. As far as laptop keyboards go it's pretty decent. However, compared to the 90s Thinkpads it isn't as great as you might like.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tehsprayer on Wed, 07 August 2013, 20:15:42
My beautiful realforce 87u !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 08 August 2013, 00:49:28
Dell QuietKey....

It's actually the best rubber dome (not named Topre) that I've ever used. This thing is the real deal, I love how it's so smooth and responsive. Using this at work is a joy. Some day I will bring my browns, but this thing is serious.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Thu, 08 August 2013, 04:38:47
Replaced the CM Storm Trigger on my 3rd rig with a Keycool 84 LED with Cherry Black....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20130808_152609_zps94b616a5.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 08 August 2013, 05:16:19
Model M!

On a Mac.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ultratude on Thu, 08 August 2013, 06:35:57
HHKB Pro 2.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 08 August 2013, 07:05:45
HHKB Pro 2.

Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

Thanks. If it arrives in good shape within a month i'll leave 5 star feedback.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ultratude on Thu, 08 August 2013, 07:17:14
HHKB Pro 2.

Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

Thanks. If it arrives in good shape within a month i'll leave 5 star feedback.

Sent, please check your mail box regularly. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 08 August 2013, 11:43:02
HHKB Pro 2.

Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

Thanks. If it arrives in good shape within a month i'll leave 5 star feedback.

Sent, please check your mail box regularly. :P

Wow that was incredibly fast! One thing i love in business is professionalism, and same-day shipping really turns my 5-stars-feedback-and-ultimate-recommendation-to-everyone-i-know switch on.

Looking forward to do more business with such a professional stormtrooper in a close future.

With Much Thanks From Canada,
J-P. B.D.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Thu, 08 August 2013, 11:48:52
my laptop keyboard
half the scissor switches are starting to die :(
i miss my poker :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jack on Thu, 08 August 2013, 11:51:32
Cherry G80-11900LUMEU-2, blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wmoxam on Thu, 08 August 2013, 12:01:18
Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 09 August 2013, 08:06:18
Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

Thanks. If it arrives in good shape within a month i'll leave 5 star feedback.

It'll be my first white keyboard. I'm so exited! I do not currently own a white setup but that's a good place to start!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 09 August 2013, 08:10:17
Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

You're a brave man, putting out your personal info on GH.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 09 August 2013, 08:26:45
Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

You're a brave man, putting out your personal info on GH.

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.

And maybe one of you guys will ship me a brand new keyboard for free. Or the switch tester. Or some love.
Anyway since you guys know my address come pass by for a good ol' coffee and i'll show you my battlestation.

:/ :[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 09 August 2013, 11:09:22
Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

You're a brave man, putting out your personal info on GH.

In some cases anyone who can use `whois` alrready knows it. Not much of an issue then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BrokenGame on Fri, 09 August 2013, 11:15:27

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.


I do :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HendyZone on Sat, 10 August 2013, 09:43:18
Leopold FC700R- White Housing MX Red  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: listokei on Sun, 11 August 2013, 09:57:18
KMAC, Realforce, A87, Alps :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Game Theory on Sun, 11 August 2013, 10:22:44
KMAC LE with Greens (for now)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ping111 on Sun, 11 August 2013, 10:45:05
Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

You're a brave man, putting out your personal info on GH.

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.

Je ne voudrais pas être si sûr...
Tu ne dois pas avoir peur des meurtriers, mais pas tout le monde révèle son location...

EDIT: Pardon pour la mauvaise grammaire, s'il y a d'erreurs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Sun, 11 August 2013, 11:29:56
Dell QuietKey....

It's actually the best rubber dome (not named Topre) that I've ever used. This thing is the real deal, I love how it's so smooth and responsive. Using this at work is a joy. Some day I will bring my browns, but this thing is serious.

what i use at the office............it is the real deal for a rubber dome and quite cheap to be had, plus nobody wants it- so it is safe
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sun, 11 August 2013, 11:51:02
RIGHT NOW I AM USING AN IBM MODEL M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 11 August 2013, 11:52:45
I am using my birthday Model M. huehuehue
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sun, 11 August 2013, 16:24:33
I HAVE NOW SWITCHED FROM USING AN IBM MODEL M TO AN APPLE KEYBOARD WITH ALPS SWITCHES ON A POWER MACINTOSH G3.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 12 August 2013, 02:40:52
My sexy Filco.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IPT on Mon, 12 August 2013, 02:47:40
Real force 87 with 45g/55g
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Mon, 12 August 2013, 07:53:55

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.


I do :)

Sup wanna meet up and smoke?

Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

You're a brave man, putting out your personal info on GH.

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.

Je ne voudrais pas être si sûr...
Tu ne dois pas avoir peur des meurtriers, mais pas tout le monde révèle son location...

EDIT: Pardon pour la mauvaise grammaire, s'il y a d'erreurs.

There's plenty of mistakes lol. You must be from a province very far from Quebec!

RIGHT NOW I AM USING AN IBM MODEL M.

OMG IS IT INTERNET EXPLORER 6 READY?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ping111 on Mon, 12 August 2013, 08:58:50

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.


I do :)

Sup wanna meet up and smoke?

Matias Mini Tactile Pro, just arrived today!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8eQ6NcMh.jpg)



Ship To :
J-P B.D.
8934 Rue Basile-Routhier
Québec, Canada
H2M 1T3

You're a brave man, putting out your personal info on GH.

I fear none, as no one here lives into my province.

Je ne voudrais pas être si sûr...
Tu ne dois pas avoir peur des meurtriers, mais pas tout le monde révèle son location...

EDIT: Pardon pour la mauvaise grammaire, s'il y a d'erreurs.

There's plenty of mistakes lol. You must be from a province very far from Quebec!

RIGHT NOW I AM USING AN IBM MODEL M.

OMG IS IT INTERNET EXPLORER 6 READY?
Is it really that bad?  Oh well.  I'm from Montréal but I grew up in Toronto XD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vsdubstep on Mon, 12 August 2013, 09:11:34
38gt with vintage browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rbarco on Mon, 12 August 2013, 09:23:15
CM Storm Trigger w/browns
My first mechanical!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 12 August 2013, 09:38:45
CM Storm Trigger w/browns
My first mechanical!

 :thumb: I started with that exact one--it was a nice keyboard, very comfortable.
Title: .
Post by: esoomenona on Mon, 12 August 2013, 10:11:08
.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:00:57
I use SwiftKey
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:01:39
Moose is such a hipster with his iPhone.
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Post by: Potologue on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:02:38
Poker II
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:14:59
Moose is such a hipster with his iPhone.

That's an android (4.0+) icon bar at the bottom :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:15:40
Moose is such a hipster with his iPhone.

That's an android (4.0+) icon bar at the bottom :)

He had an iPhone last time I saw him. Hm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:18:00
Moose is such a hipster with his iPhone.

That's an android (4.0+) icon bar at the bottom :)

He had an iPhone last time I saw him. Hm.

So new.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oTurtlez on Mon, 12 August 2013, 13:19:23
I use SwiftKey as well. Great aftermarket keyboard. I can't stand the on screen function buttons, Galaxy Note 2 for life.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pdpfortune on Mon, 12 August 2013, 18:30:47
I'm the opposite. I can't stand not having them now. Not sure why but I have actually grown to like it a lot.

Stock android keyboard ftw!

Oh typing this on a Ducky Shine 3.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moosecraft on Mon, 12 August 2013, 18:35:37
Typing on a KBT Pure atm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 12 August 2013, 18:37:01
Typing on my GON board again ^_^ been rotating a lot the past few days .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Mon, 12 August 2013, 20:35:22
My new wood cased poker!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 12 August 2013, 20:39:03
Typing on the new Dolch.  Loving the layout.  I like to think that Flynn would be proud, even though it's not a Cherry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 12 August 2013, 20:44:58
Swapped ergo-Clears to vintage MX Blacks (left the same 62g springs in to try out) on my copper Filco.  Loving the change very much!  Seems like light Blacks are perfect for low Cherry profile thick PBT + skinny silicone o-rings.  Was actually going to swap stock vintage Black springs too, but somehow with the shortened key travel and the thick PBT caps, lighter felt right.  I didn't like how ergo-Clears felt in that keyboard at all (but love stock Clears on my OH's Ducky Shine).  Anyway, both of my Filcos are super quiet now, light, and a delight to type on.  I'll probably save the Clears for my future Poker II + LEDs project.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Mon, 12 August 2013, 20:46:31
Typing on the new Dolch.  Loving the layout.  I like to think that Flynn would be proud, even though it's not a Cherry.

Don't worry, it's close enough. I have a dolch board too and love it. Too bad I don't have the stock caps.... 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 12 August 2013, 20:55:40
Typing on the new Dolch.  Loving the layout.  I like to think that Flynn would be proud, even though it's not a Cherry.

Don't worry, it's close enough. I have a dolch board too and love it. Too bad I don't have the stock caps....

No stock caps??    :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: geekTH on Mon, 12 August 2013, 21:09:31
Ducky DK9087 G2 pro  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: muad on Tue, 13 August 2013, 01:50:20
Logitech classic keyboard 200...

until my fc660m and fc660c come in :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BliTzKiN on Tue, 13 August 2013, 02:11:30
62g lubed ergo clear TKL
Blue swtich TKL

Love em both but I prefer the ergos just slightly more
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Post by: jkercado on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:40:48
I went back to my dear Unicomp Ultra Classic. Why? Because buckling springs.

(https://7autxq.sn2.livefilestore.com/y2p3gfG764dkpolE1HDGXOe5xuSXVrAS_mYyzzse1YZ03alGZWWbdFnqf6DlVMeVT78AlylNpyqVFWxrLGoCVJbuIZ4g7RrjxuKA2KBzN3jqTVHDnb8akakb5J_dJVbCOgN/fotor_(33).jpg?psid=1)
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Post by: compgeke on Tue, 13 August 2013, 11:20:50
Right now I'm using a Thinkpad T410 with it's standard keyboard. Not into carrying a Model M to school (maybe a space saver if I had one).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:21:58
Right now I'm using a Thinkpad T410 with it's standard keyboard. Not into carrying a Model M to school (maybe a space saver if I had one).

IBM, pls. produce moar space suvur fur ur fanz!
:( I also wish i had one.
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Post by: snoopy on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:54:43
Right now I'm using a Thinkpad T410 with it's standard keyboard. Not into carrying a Model M to school (maybe a space saver if I had one).

IBM, pls. produce moar space suvur fur ur fanz!
:( I also wish i had one.

Build a timemachine, travel back in the late 80s and ask them. And bring me an industrial iso ssk when you're back in the future
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wiredPANDA on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:35:18
Ducky 9087G2Pro to type this at work.  Just swapped out the Poker.
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Post by: Emospence on Thu, 15 August 2013, 04:00:31
Filco MJ2 104 with MX Browns  :)
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Post by: Linkbane on Thu, 15 August 2013, 04:11:46
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CalmB4tehPwn on Thu, 15 August 2013, 04:54:49
a $15 logitech K120.

It's really destroying my soul, but my BWU shat the bed, and I'm still waiting for my WASD and QFR to come in.
Any day now.
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Post by: rowdy on Thu, 15 August 2013, 05:30:47
a $15 logitech K120.

It's really destroying my soul, but my BWU shat the bed, and I'm still waiting for my WASD and QFR to come in.
Any day now.

Hang in there!  Salvation is on its way!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 15 August 2013, 07:46:18
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.

Steelseries Laptop?

What?

Picture/More Explain. Please.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Thu, 15 August 2013, 08:38:47
CM QFR Stealth TKL w/ Cherry MX Green
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Post by: skuko on Thu, 15 August 2013, 08:54:58
QFR stealth with MX reds and caps from my beige filco majestouch 2 (since the stock ones feel cheap and i found out i don't really like the side prints  :-[

shoutout to greystroke, proxy bought through him. it's probably the only one in Slovakia, if not EU lolz

[attach=1]
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Post by: lazerpointer on Thu, 15 August 2013, 10:49:35
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.

Steelseries Laptop?

What?

Picture/More Explain. Please.

I second this motion. Laptop keyboard? They only make full size boards...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thebeargentile on Thu, 15 August 2013, 10:55:20
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.

Steelseries Laptop?

What?

Picture/More Explain. Please.

I second this motion. Laptop keyboard? They only make full size boards...


The MSI GT series laptops use keyboards designed by Steelseries:

http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html (http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html)
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Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 15 August 2013, 10:57:28
an 1800 as soon as I can find my ps2 port.....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Thu, 15 August 2013, 10:58:17
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.

Steelseries Laptop?

What?

Picture/More Explain. Please.

I second this motion. Laptop keyboard? They only make full size boards...


The MSI GT series laptops use keyboards designed by Steelseries:

http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html (http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html)

Clarification appreciated!
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Post by: calavera on Thu, 15 August 2013, 10:58:28
kingsaver. most. awesome. alps. ever.
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Post by: FoxWolf1 on Thu, 15 August 2013, 11:07:19
Just picked up a Das with MX Blue (the blank kind..."Ultimate"?) at the thrift store for $6.50. Trying it out now. So far, the Blues feel rather awkward compared to my usual MX Blacks, and there's something a bit odd about the keycap texture that makes my hands go out of position more than usual-- but I'll stick with it for a little while and see how it is after I've adjusted.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 15 August 2013, 12:09:49
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.

Steelseries Laptop?

What?

Picture/More Explain. Please.

I second this motion. Laptop keyboard? They only make full size boards...


The MSI GT series laptops use keyboards designed by Steelseries:

http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html (http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html)

Clarification appreciated!

Indeed!

Last question, is it mechanical in any way?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oTurtlez on Thu, 15 August 2013, 12:30:00
I just woke up, so my laptop's Steelseries keyboard, but before it was a CM Storm Quickfire TK Blue.

Steelseries Laptop?

What?

Picture/More Explain. Please.

I second this motion. Laptop keyboard? They only make full size boards...


The MSI GT series laptops use keyboards designed by Steelseries:

http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html (http://www.msi.com/product/nb/GT70-0NC.html)

Clarification appreciated!

Indeed!

Last question, is it mechanical in any way?

No. If anything it's a scissor switch which is still technically a dome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: muad on Fri, 16 August 2013, 01:06:27
Using my fc660m with browns that I got today! Waaay better than the temporary logitech rubberdome I was using :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Phillip_J_Fry on Fri, 16 August 2013, 08:00:28
Logitech K120 :-D

Waiting for my Filco TKL =)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flamingchook on Fri, 16 August 2013, 08:12:02
I cleaned up my Model M and switched to it today. Loving it! :thumb:
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Post by: morpheus on Sat, 24 August 2013, 10:35:02
FC660C Topre and loving it!
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Post by: Game Theory on Sat, 24 August 2013, 10:37:49
Realforce 91u.
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Post by: Emospence on Sat, 24 August 2013, 12:47:03
Tempted to get a Rosewill with blue switches for work..
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Post by: bahamot on Sat, 24 August 2013, 13:04:10
Right now using stock poker2
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Post by: GeeGee on Sat, 24 August 2013, 17:03:07
Using a Realforce 87u 55g right now.
Topper.
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Post by: chill1217 on Sat, 24 August 2013, 17:05:39
Also using a Realforce 87U 55g :)  Used to have a 87U variable but switched to 55g and prefer it much more
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Post by: GeeGee on Sat, 24 August 2013, 17:13:31
Also using a Realforce 87U 55g :)  Used to have a 87U variable but switched to 55g and prefer it much more
Indeed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Phillip_J_Fry on Sat, 24 August 2013, 17:28:39
Logitech K120 :-D

Waiting for my Filco TKL =)

My Filco has come =)
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Post by: peter79 on Mon, 26 August 2013, 10:53:44
Filco majestouch 2 AI blue switch and Topre Realforce 104UB

 (http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn316/peternmelly/20130826_103215.jpg)
(http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn316/peternmelly/20130826_184806_LLS.jpg)
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Post by: M-88 on Mon, 26 August 2013, 13:17:45
Right now KT800P1 from the late 90s. A keytronic.

I switch at my work desk all the time. My coworkers think I'm strange.

For a dome keyboard, these always have had excellent feedback.

Don't care for the small backspace key, but not too much I can do about that one.
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Post by: ften on Mon, 26 August 2013, 14:23:35
Ducky DK2108 with MX Blues.

Trying my hardest to find an older keyboard with alps on ebay for cheap but that's proving difficult.
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Post by: Neo.X on Mon, 26 August 2013, 14:25:44
I am rotating my keyboards to use in work, now I am typing on RF 86 version
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MOZ on Mon, 26 August 2013, 14:30:51
Finally teh ErgoDox.
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Post by: Kagusaki Wolf on Wed, 28 August 2013, 07:25:33
Work:  Dell SK-8115 which is a decent keyboard.  A bit mushy like a wet sponge but easy to type with.  I also use this one other Dell that sucks so much.  It's got slim laptop style keys and little legs that doesn't lift the keyboard when you extend them.  The keyboard itself is so flat that it feels like you're typing on an ipad.

Home:  I rotate my keyboards around.  I was using a SIIG Suntouch K101 for a short while then busted out the Keytronic Lifetime Series that I got from the dumpster at work (I work for a storage company and dumpster diving is a major sport in the field lol.)  Its a pretty good keyboard but some of the keys are so worn out that you can see your reflection.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ften on Wed, 28 August 2013, 07:31:32
Home:  I rotate my keyboards around.  I was using a SIIG Suntouch K101 for a short while then busted out the Keytronic Lifetime Series that I got from the dumpster at work (I work for a storage company and dumpster diving is a major sport in the field lol.)  Its a pretty good keyboard but some of the keys are so worn out that you can see your reflection.

I can't blame you, I was amazed at some of the stuff people just throw out.
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Post by: TLSC.wipeOut on Wed, 28 August 2013, 14:10:30
Currently using my Corsair Vengeance K65 (which was a recent buy for me) with Cherry MX Reds. Planning to maybe add in some O-ring dampeners on them for an even smoother and quieter typing experience !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 28 August 2013, 14:11:28
iPhone onscreen keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 28 August 2013, 14:14:57
switched to hhkb
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Post by: Lawngahnome on Wed, 28 August 2013, 14:16:56
Gigabyte Aivia Osmium. It has MX Reds and sweet backlights. I enjoy it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GeeGee on Wed, 28 August 2013, 14:27:32
iPhone onscreen keyboard.
Using the IPad one.
Get on my level.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Wed, 28 August 2013, 14:30:38
Currently using a Razer Blackwidow TE.

I know it's not great, or even good. I just didn't have a lot of knowledge when I first bought it, but having said that, I am pleased with it. At least it's not a rubber dome pos.

That said, I'll hopefully have my hands on a Filco and a Poker by the end of the year  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Inklebert on Wed, 28 August 2013, 18:42:02
Currently using DK9008G2 Pro with Cherry MX Green Switches  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kagusaki Wolf on Wed, 28 August 2013, 19:17:20
Home:  I rotate my keyboards around.  I was using a SIIG Suntouch K101 for a short while then busted out the Keytronic Lifetime Series that I got from the dumpster at work (I work for a storage company and dumpster diving is a major sport in the field lol.)  Its a pretty good keyboard but some of the keys are so worn out that you can see your reflection.

I can't blame you, I was amazed at some of the stuff people just throw out.

Home:  I rotate my keyboards around.  I was using a SIIG Suntouch K101 for a short while then busted out the Keytronic Lifetime Series that I got from the dumpster at work (I work for a storage company and dumpster diving is a major sport in the field lol.)  Its a pretty good keyboard but some of the keys are so worn out that you can see your reflection.

I can't blame you, I was amazed at some of the stuff people just throw out.


Ohh yeah.  I got a few lcd monitors from the dumpster, and Thorens turntable.  That turntable was over $1000 new and the stylus on it was $500 lol 
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Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 28 August 2013, 19:29:58
Typing on my F AT!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hofy on Wed, 28 August 2013, 23:46:41
Home: Leopold  FC200RC/AB MX/BLU

Work: Induproof sealed, if I am lucky.  Otherwise it is a virtual keyboard on a touch screen.  :'(

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-SFS2GmrqWDI/Uh7RGeIdnXI/AAAAAAAADIc/_P9bm5GmrgI/s800/indukey_induproof_basic_silicone_keyboard_p1_1200x630.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 28 August 2013, 23:52:22
iPhone onscreen keyboard.
Using the IPad one.
Get on my level.

completely forgot i posted here
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Post by: JohnDiew0107 on Thu, 29 August 2013, 01:43:24
Home: Leopold FC500RR/EB MX Red
Office: PLUM Morphling MX96 MX Blue
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BliTzKiN on Thu, 29 August 2013, 02:05:07
Home: Leopold FC500RR/EB MX Red
Office: PLUM Morphling MX96 MX Blue

Blues as the office and reds at home? Hmm.. why not the other way round?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Thu, 29 August 2013, 02:44:12
I'd swapped around my keyboards a little since getting my YOTS....
Main - Topre Realforce 103UB-55G
2nd - Ducky Shine 3 YOTS Blue
3rd - HHKB Pro 2/CM Storm Trigger Green (swap around between them
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moosecraft on Thu, 29 August 2013, 09:07:18
Swapped to R2 phantom with 62g clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Thu, 29 August 2013, 09:10:33
iPhone onscreen keyboard.

ow
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gundogan on Thu, 29 August 2013, 10:00:45
Steelseries 6GV2 with MX black
Focus FK-6000 with Futaba clicky (Cherry MX)

Don't know which I like more. The Focus is a bit nicer for typing and Starcraft (which I don't play too much though), but much louder. The 6GV2 is a bit nicer for gaming in general and usable in the evening/night. So I end up using them both.

Funny to switch between them. The blacks feel quite 'mushy' after using the futaba's. :)

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Post by: oscillik on Fri, 30 August 2013, 09:43:18
Using my Steelseries 7G (Cherry MX Blacks) at the moment,  but waiting for the HHKB Pro 2 to arrive!

This Steelseries is starting to get a bit long in the tooth for me. Key legends are fading, and I don't know if it's me not really being able to type on MX Blacks or if there is a debouncing issue, but I get key chatter on a few keys. Can't wait to move onto the HHKB Pro 2.

(http://i.imgur.com/16UohKE.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Krigo on Fri, 30 August 2013, 10:23:16
Using a Leopold TKL [MX Black] at work.
Using a Poker 2 [MX Red] at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jameslr on Fri, 30 August 2013, 10:57:27
Realforce 87U

(http://i.imgur.com/VpXwc5n.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 30 August 2013, 11:01:47
Finally teh ErgoDox.

ErgoMoz, you mean? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MOZ on Fri, 30 August 2013, 15:15:49
Finally teh ErgoDox.

ErgoMoz, you mean? :)

LOL. Yeah.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melt on Fri, 30 August 2013, 15:27:00
typing on this now....

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-52eMt76-psU/Uh0PR4QUByI/AAAAAAAAAQE/zkMAm1g9v-s/w799-h599-no/L1000578.JPG)
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Post by: h2gofast on Fri, 30 August 2013, 15:31:16
model m ssk all day
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Sat, 31 August 2013, 16:27:15
Finally teh ErgoDox.

ErgoMoz, you mean? :)

LOL. Yeah.

How are you adjusting to the matrix layout?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MOZ on Sat, 31 August 2013, 16:29:18
Finally teh ErgoDox.

ErgoMoz, you mean? :)

LOL. Yeah.

How are you adjusting to the matrix layout?

For typing alone, I'm doing good, I'm still undecided on my layout for mods though (Ctrl and Alt mainly)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Sat, 31 August 2013, 16:37:45
Finally teh ErgoDox.

ErgoMoz, you mean? :)

LOL. Yeah.

How are you adjusting to the matrix layout?

For typing alone, I'm doing good, I'm still undecided on my layout for mods though (Ctrl and Alt mainly)

Yeah, I don't see an obvious place for those keys on the ergodox.

How long would you say that it took you to get back up to say... 80% of your previous speed?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MOZ on Sat, 31 August 2013, 17:05:09
Not there yet :P

But I presume a 10 days of good usage.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Sat, 31 August 2013, 17:06:25
Not there yet :P

But I presume a 10 days of good usage.

Ah. I just realized that It's only been a few days. Sorry!

Where are you now compared to before?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MOZ on Sat, 31 August 2013, 17:24:52
Not there yet :P

But I presume a 10 days of good usage.

Ah. I just realized that It's only been a few days. Sorry!

Where are you now compared to before?

I'd say 40%, I'm happy given the limited amount of time I've had.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thimplum on Sat, 31 August 2013, 17:30:59
Not there yet :P

But I presume a 10 days of good usage.

Ah. I just realized that It's only been a few days. Sorry!

Where are you now compared to before?

I'd say 40%, I'm happy given the limited amount of time I've had.

Nice. Is it noticeably more comfortable?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MOZ on Sat, 31 August 2013, 17:45:57
Not there yet :P

But I presume a 10 days of good usage.

Ah. I just realized that It's only been a few days. Sorry!

Where are you now compared to before?

I'd say 40%, I'm happy given the limited amount of time I've had.

Nice. Is it noticeably more comfortable?

Definitely, and I see mt improving speeds and accuracy on this over time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AndyCapets on Sat, 31 August 2013, 19:59:01
For now only CM Storm QFTK, looking to get a custom PCB to build my own keyboard!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sun, 01 September 2013, 02:08:41
Currently using a Razer Blackwidow TE.

I know it's not great, or even good. I just didn't have a lot of knowledge when I first bought it, but having said that, I am pleased with it. At least it's not a rubber dome pos.

That said, I'll hopefully have my hands on a Filco and a Poker by the end of the year  :thumb:

I am actually more than pleased with my blackwidow, in fact it's one of my favorite keyboards. It too was my first, but it has stood the test of time. It is so solidly built in comparison with my other acquisitions, that I can only guess that much of the criticism is due to ignorance or elitism. My Das Ultimate pales in comparison. The blackwidow is THE tank (with absolutely no annoying spacebar noise) and the typing feel of the cherry blues is amazing.

The only criticism is that it is hella loud - louder than buckling springs (Unicomp) even! I used to bottom out when I first started out and it sounded like a gattling gun meting out unmitigated fury on my pitiful neighbours. I now type much better and have installed the grey (firm) soft landing pads from Elitekeyboards so now I can use it in the room adjoining my parents.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HendyZone on Sun, 01 September 2013, 07:34:06
NOW using POKER 2 MX Red  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nden on Sun, 01 September 2013, 09:11:53
NOW using POKER 2 MX Red  :p

Right now, I'm currently using Ducky DK9008 Shine II White LED Backlit (MX Brown).

I want something smaller size, so I'm ordering one like yours on MK.com just few minutes ago.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 01 September 2013, 09:18:20
Went back to my HPE 87 for today, felt like mashing away them for the nostalgic factor.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ragnarok95 on Sun, 01 September 2013, 09:19:54
Using a filco minila red now ~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: uzoc on Sun, 01 September 2013, 10:22:07
I have not been able to find anything more quiet, less key travel and ergonomic (very little for my taste, just a little curve) keyboards than membrane type, and cheapest (of course). My all day user is the Microsoft Arc: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/p/arc-keyboard/J5D-00001
The only drawback for me is the small arrow keys (in a single key no less) and hard to see greyed out lettering for both the black and white versions (but that's an easy fix just buy yellow large keyboard stickers $5 on EBay and done). Another pro is it's wireless.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hyde on Sun, 01 September 2013, 10:57:05
I'm using Das Keyboard MX Brown at work.

Was using a Filco MX Red at home but now I got myself a Topre Type Heaven.

:)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sun, 01 September 2013, 11:26:59
With the arrival of my Leopold, I've swapped things around a little:
Main rig - Ducky YOTS Blue
2nd rig - Leopold FC660M Clear
3rd rig - HHKB Pro 2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nuclearsandwich on Sun, 01 September 2013, 16:44:57
I just switched out my DasKeyboard (Blue) for a Ducky 9008G2 with MX Green switches. I've got a QFR with DSA blanks for gaming StarCraft 2 while my fingers adjust to the weight of the greens. On the go I have a Poker II with Browns.

This was my "desk" when working yesterday.
(https://f.cloud.github.com/assets/358882/1064784/6898e7a2-134f-11e3-9c3d-8d11d639d418.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GeeGee on Sun, 01 September 2013, 16:50:28
Typing on Listokei's KMAC Blue and White edition right now.
God this feels so good!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sun, 01 September 2013, 18:43:51
Just got my Leopold FC660C with Topre switches, and so I have made it today's daily driver for testing. This is a GREAT keyboard. However, it needs a source of high-quality dye-sub PBT keycaps of comparable quality to those on the HHKB Pro 2 or RF 87u. Until then, I will probably revert to my IBM SSK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jkercado on Wed, 04 September 2013, 16:34:57
I have not been able to find anything more quiet, less key travel and ergonomic (very little for my taste, just a little curve) keyboards than membrane type, and cheapest (of course). My all day user is the Microsoft Arc: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/p/arc-keyboard/J5D-00001
The only drawback for me is the small arrow keys (in a single key no less) and hard to see greyed out lettering for both the black and white versions (but that's an easy fix just buy yellow large keyboard stickers $5 on EBay and done). Another pro is it's wireless.

(Attachment Link)


This baby is a great travel keyboard. Nice keys with good travel (around 3 mm). Snappy, almost clicky. And it's really comfy and looks great. Currently it's my computer bag keyboard. I switched to it from my Cherry G84, just because being wireless is so much more convenient.

(http://imgur.com/EWOuNdT)

EDIT: For some reason the IMG tag doesn't work...Click here! (http://imgur.com/EWOuNdT)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aggiejy on Wed, 04 September 2013, 17:48:58
Dell AT101W today... it's the only full-size keyboard I own somehow, and I had a lot of numbers to enter today.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Wed, 04 September 2013, 19:20:37
Happily back on my greasy poker  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pagosElite on Thu, 05 September 2013, 01:21:40
Currently my IBM Model something keyboard. Waiting for my QFS to come in though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grendel on Thu, 05 September 2013, 14:17:47
Unicomp UB4044A (BS) at work, XArmor U9BL-S (MX Brown) at home. Preordered a Corsair K70 MX Brown... :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: InAComaDial999 on Tue, 10 September 2013, 13:43:47
WASD V2 Browns at home, Filco Ninja TKL Reds at the office.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metalliqaz on Tue, 10 September 2013, 13:50:06
Leopold FC200R (browns) at work and KMAC2 (62g blacks) at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: regack on Tue, 10 September 2013, 13:53:23
I've got a Model M on the primary computer along with my MX ghetto-greens gamepad, the other computer has a ghetto-greens Pure.   There's another Model M tucked on top of the mediaserver in the closet, but I don't really have to type on that much.  I'm required to use a Dell SK3205 on the desktop at work, but on the second work machine I have a Race.  The ErgoDox is about 75% assembled... then I'm not sure where it's going to go...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tarzan on Tue, 10 September 2013, 13:55:25
G80-1501HAD or Ducky Pro w/MX Greys at work.

Ducky Shine 3 or TG3-BL82 at home (backlit for gaming).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metalliqaz on Tue, 10 September 2013, 14:32:10
I can't imagine what hands would feel like to type on greys all day long.  Must be so tiring!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Findecanor on Tue, 10 September 2013, 14:53:25
Cherry G80-3000LQCDE-2 /00. Cherry Clears! I used to use this keyboard at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ch_123 on Tue, 10 September 2013, 14:58:45
(http://i.imgur.com/CiA4saE.jpg)

Thanks xwhatsit!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 10 September 2013, 15:01:04
What is that ch_123?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ch_123 on Tue, 10 September 2013, 15:02:42
It's a beam spring keyboard. I have some more pics of it here - http://deskthority.net/photos-videos-f8/ibm-3276-data-entry-keyboard-t1113.html (http://deskthority.net/photos-videos-f8/ibm-3276-data-entry-keyboard-t1113.html)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gunni on Tue, 10 September 2013, 17:19:11
At this second I'm typing on the keyboard that is built-in to my school laptop (Acer Aspire One), ew.

But at the moment and in the next hour or so I will use my only mechanical keyboard; CM Storm Quickfire TK with Cherry MX Brown Switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 10 September 2013, 18:07:45
Leopold FC660C (Topre) on the Mac for writing. Just got a FC660M (MX Clear) to try those switchs but i think I'll use it on PC, for gaming. Just replaced my Realforce 88UB by a Keycool 84 (MX Black) for that. So I guess I'll just switch sometimes.   8)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Tue, 10 September 2013, 18:58:05
Leopold FC660C (Topre) on the Mac for writing. Just got a FC660M (MX Clear) to try those switchs but i think I'll use it on PC, for gaming. Just replaced my Realforce 88UB by a Keycool 84 (MX Black) for that. So I guess I'll just switch sometimes.   8)
You replaced an RF with a KC? What compelled you to do that? Are you actually satisfied with the KC?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 10 September 2013, 20:57:11
Leopold FC660C (Topre) on the Mac for writing. Just got a FC660M (MX Clear) to try those switchs but i think I'll use it on PC, for gaming. Just replaced my Realforce 88UB by a Keycool 84 (MX Black) for that. So I guess I'll just switch sometimes.   8)
You replaced an RF with a KC? What compelled you to do that? Are you actually satisfied with the KC?


Very satisfied but let be clear about one thing : for me Topre > *  ;)  But the 45g for gaming is just meh. I will sell it soon I guess and hunt for a 10th Anniv. Ed. in 55g when I'll be in Japan, hopefully in 2014 max. That hunt will concern a HHKB too I think... I want all the Topre. -_-


The KC is very good for me because I really like the layout, I wanted to REALLY try MX Black, and so I bought one. It was the same for the 600M in MX Clear : I was tired of "wondering" and just bought one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Tue, 10 September 2013, 21:38:02
Leopold FC660C (Topre) on the Mac for writing. Just got a FC660M (MX Clear) to try those switchs but i think I'll use it on PC, for gaming. Just replaced my Realforce 88UB by a Keycool 84 (MX Black) for that. So I guess I'll just switch sometimes.   8)
You replaced an RF with a KC? What compelled you to do that? Are you actually satisfied with the KC?


Very satisfied but let be clear about one thing : for me Topre > *  ;)  But the 45g for gaming is just meh. I will sell it soon I guess and hunt for a 10th Anniv. Ed. in 55g when I'll be in Japan, hopefully in 2014 max. That hunt will concern a HHKB too I think... I want all the Topre. -_-


The KC is very good for me because I really like the layout, I wanted to REALLY try MX Black, and so I bought one. It was the same for the 600M in MX Clear : I was tired of "wondering" and just bought one.
Thanks for clarifying things a bit. So, if I understand correctly, you do like the FC660C with 45-gram Topre switches, but you do not particularly like your RF TKL with 45-gram Topre switches. You said you would like to get a HHKB Pro 2, but I suppose you realize that it comes only with 45-gram Topre switches. And you would like to get a 10th anniversary RF TKL with 55-gram Topre switches. I guess that the feel of Topre switches varies among different kinds of keyboards.

I wish I could try both a 45-gram and 55-gram RF 87U. I anticipate that I would prefer the 45-gram, but I could not know for certain without actually trying both switch weights.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 10 September 2013, 23:05:14
Leopold FC660C (Topre) on the Mac for writing. Just got a FC660M (MX Clear) to try those switchs but i think I'll use it on PC, for gaming. Just replaced my Realforce 88UB by a Keycool 84 (MX Black) for that. So I guess I'll just switch sometimes.   8)
You replaced an RF with a KC? What compelled you to do that? Are you actually satisfied with the KC?


Very satisfied but let be clear about one thing : for me Topre > *  ;)  But the 45g for gaming is just meh. I will sell it soon I guess and hunt for a 10th Anniv. Ed. in 55g when I'll be in Japan, hopefully in 2014 max. That hunt will concern a HHKB too I think... I want all the Topre. -_-


The KC is very good for me because I really like the layout, I wanted to REALLY try MX Black, and so I bought one. It was the same for the 600M in MX Clear : I was tired of "wondering" and just bought one.
Thanks for clarifying things a bit. So, if I understand correctly, you do like the FC660C with 45-gram Topre switches, but you do not particularly like your RF TKL with 45-gram Topre switches. You said you would like to get a HHKB Pro 2, but I suppose you realize that it comes only with 45-gram Topre switches. And you would like to get a 10th anniversary RF TKL with 55-gram Topre switches. I guess that the feel of Topre switches varies among different kinds of keyboards.

I wish I could try both a 45-gram and 55-gram RF 87U. I anticipate that I would prefer the 45-gram, but I could not know for certain without actually trying both switch weights.

That's the weird problem of the RF : the 45g feels too light on their board, the 55 fantastic. BUT the 45g feels perfect on the FC660C and HHKB. Go figure. Of course, those adj applies to ME. I have friends who don't understand why I would like to change the "perfect" 45g RF. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HAL9000 on Tue, 01 October 2013, 10:18:22
IBM Model M Space Saver (ANSI) at work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Tue, 01 October 2013, 11:36:56
IBM Model M Space Saver (ANSI) at work

one of the best keyboards out there! welcome to gh!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bahamot on Tue, 01 October 2013, 11:45:10
Right now desktop: Ducky Shine3 YOTS, laptop: Leopold FC660C
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Phedran on Tue, 01 October 2013, 11:58:35
Right now.. Logitech G710+.
Soon.. Leopold FC660C.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Tue, 01 October 2013, 14:01:36
at the moment my vintage battleship cruiser

g80-1000 had with blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mini66 on Tue, 01 October 2013, 14:32:59
I'm using a Steelseries 6Gv2

Its a great keyboard (soon as I hit the keys I knew it was well made!) I love Mechanical Keyboards but I'm now wanting a LED keyboard but I'm not sure which Q-Pad 80 Mechanical to go for...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: genkidama on Tue, 01 October 2013, 15:23:02
Are Rubberdomes okay?
Right now I'm using a Logitech Internet 350 Keyboard. You'll type like the wind effortlessly and with grace.
So I'm just waiting to get my mechanical keyboard to replace it ^^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 01 October 2013, 18:03:30
IBM Model M Space Saver (ANSI) at work

Welcome to Geekhack!

Have you had your SSK long?

They seem to be popular around here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 01 October 2013, 19:09:08
Right now.. Logitech G710+.
Soon.. Leopold FC660C.

My daily work  driver atm, the FC660C. LOVE IT. Need keycaps that DO NOT fade (or blank ;) ) though...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: C5Allroad on Tue, 01 October 2013, 19:12:17
Right now before I find money for a PCB mounted board a ducky shine 3 and a K90 on my old laptop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Tue, 01 October 2013, 19:21:52
Poker II : )
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Morwrath on Tue, 01 October 2013, 19:38:40
Ducky Mini
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Phedran on Tue, 01 October 2013, 20:32:11
Right now.. Logitech G710+.
Soon.. Leopold FC660C.

My daily work  driver atm, the FC660C. LOVE IT. Need keycaps that DO NOT fade (or blank ;) ) though...

I can't wait! Mine should arrive any day now. Early Christmas present from my Dad. <3
I am a bit sad about lack of keycap options (one of the only cons I had when considering), but hopeful that they'll start offering more soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 01 October 2013, 20:58:21
Right now.. Logitech G710+.
Soon.. Leopold FC660C.

My daily work  driver atm, the FC660C. LOVE IT. Need keycaps that DO NOT fade (or blank ;) ) though...

I can't wait! Mine should arrive any day now. Early Christmas present from my Dad. <3
I am a bit sad about lack of keycap options (one of the only cons I had when considering), but hopeful that they'll start offering more soon.

Indeed and the feeling is SO GOOD anyway. You will love it. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 01 October 2013, 22:41:23
Ducky Mini

You're using a Ducky Mini?

i didn't think they were available yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Wed, 02 October 2013, 01:47:40
Ducky Mini

You're using a Ducky Mini?

i didn't think they were available yet.

they r in europe thru ducky nordic but soon they will be out of stock, i supose that guys in asia got lot more of them:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Wed, 02 October 2013, 03:05:23
Ducky minis have only been distributed in Europe atm..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: genkidama on Wed, 02 October 2013, 04:26:47
Ducky Mini

So how you like that Ducky mini you lucky bastard? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HAL9000 on Wed, 02 October 2013, 08:20:24
IBM Model M Space Saver (ANSI) at work

Welcome to Geekhack!

Have you had your SSK long?

They seem to be popular around here.
I have been using Model Ms for ever. At home and at work. Recently I switched from German ISO to ANSI. And since the switch went well I got myself an SSK from ebay last month.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Morwrath on Wed, 02 October 2013, 09:03:07
Ducky Mini

So how you like that Ducky mini you lucky bastard? :)

Barely left the computer yesterday so I think that speaks for itself hehe.
It's really nice, especially since I have the nordic layout back again now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Phedran on Mon, 07 October 2013, 00:54:05
Leopold FC660C!  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 07 October 2013, 04:05:57
Switched back to my HHKB Pro 2.

Thorpe luv :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 07 October 2013, 07:14:06
Switched back to my HHKB Pro 2.

Thorpe luv :-*

I was going to type out some stuff with my HHKB last night but my ms word decided it was invalid. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Mon, 07 October 2013, 08:44:54
Logitech rubber dome. Hell yeah!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Mon, 07 October 2013, 08:50:12
Using my Model M to type this, I love this beast.
Unicomp needs to make a Buckling Spring TKL, YOLO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr_a500 on Mon, 07 October 2013, 08:54:22
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Mon, 07 October 2013, 10:24:02
That is all sorts of awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Mon, 07 October 2013, 10:40:14
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)


This is why I stick around here....the obsession.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xyeLz on Mon, 07 October 2013, 11:23:47
I like my 87U for gaming and 103UB for work since it's variable and has the numpad. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ewanhen on Mon, 07 October 2013, 12:22:06
Filco Majestouch 2 with Cherry browns
TKL Version
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Mon, 07 October 2013, 12:54:33
Filco Majestouch 2 with Cherry browns
TKL Version

Solid choice. Browns on Filco. You can never go wrong.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: unicomp_uc on Mon, 07 October 2013, 13:02:05
Filco Majestouch Minila with browns

My O-rings and a few custom caps come in the mail today. I hope the profile is right on the caps and can't wait to hear the difference with the O-rings.

**UPDATE** : My keys and O-rings have arrived. This is my first key cap mod and the profile is perfect and I love the simple addition of some color. Even though they aren't PBT (Minila options are nil at the moment since I would want to do the whole board if I changed material) I like the mod very much...

[attach=1]

Typing this on my Unicomp ultra classic as I add the O-rings to Minila. Nerdily excited :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Mon, 07 October 2013, 13:04:48
Home: CM QFR (Blues)
Work: Ducky DK1087 (Blues)

Blues ftw
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keymaster on Mon, 07 October 2013, 13:06:00
G84-4100 Cherry ML

I just sold my 103UB Thorpe, but I haven't gotten around to putting back my QFR together ;_;
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 07 October 2013, 14:46:25
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)


Which monitor is that?  Or does it have a custom bezel?  Very thin--looks great.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metalliqaz on Mon, 07 October 2013, 14:47:19
G84-4100 Cherry ML

I just sold my 103UB Thorpe, but I haven't gotten around to putting back my QFR together ;_;

Dude that's brutal.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bazemk1979 on Mon, 07 October 2013, 14:49:07
TrikX Korean board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mini66 on Mon, 07 October 2013, 14:58:46
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)



Love the keyboard on the left, what is it and how old?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iAmAhab on Mon, 07 October 2013, 14:58:48
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)


I imagine this is where you sit and plan the destruction of the universe while stroking a long haired white cat.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 07 October 2013, 15:08:39
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)


That's gorgeous...i'm really jealous haha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dorkvader on Mon, 07 October 2013, 15:44:52
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)



Love the keyboard on the left, what is it and how old?
Looks like a kaypro layout keyboard to me. If so, that would date it to the middle 1980's

edit: according to his post of the same picture on DT (check the image URL) it's a DEC VT100
http://deskthority.net/photos-videos-f8/post-your-desktop-t1919-480.html#p123899

The VT100 was out from 1978-1983 or so.
---
The monitor has clearly had the bezel removed. I did the same on mine. According to his DT post, it's an HP.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Findecanor on Mon, 07 October 2013, 16:36:04
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b345/DarthLars/Keyboard/CherryG80-3000withdoubleshots.jpg)
.. but I'm using it mostly because I am working on my Phantom's case.

And... Yes, my desk is always very messy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SNF on Mon, 07 October 2013, 17:00:30
Was using a Poker 2 w/Reds for a daily driver for a while.

Tried a Poker X w/Reds for a bit to see how different pcb vs plate cherry felt.

Now I'm in the process of putting together a 30g Realforce, so I'm pretty excited for that since it's my 1st time using a RF and 30g domes :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 07 October 2013, 17:07:42
The monitor has clearly had the bezel removed. I did the same on mine. According to his DT post, it's an HP.

That's what I was thinking, though it looked so neat.  Generally, removed bezels leave behind some bolt holes and what not--from photos I've seen, it's frequently very apparent that a bezel is missing.  This one looks like it was intended to be manufactured that way.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Mon, 07 October 2013, 23:25:34
Filco M2 TKL with Browns

IMSTO thick PBT with front legends
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sprit on Tue, 08 October 2013, 02:24:33
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Oobly on Tue, 08 October 2013, 05:31:11
Roccat Arvo....  :'( I chopped up my Ducky  :eek:  But I'm making an ergo board from the pieces  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Tue, 08 October 2013, 06:32:52
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)


oh wow, that is so awesome. may i ask what screen that is? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr_a500 on Tue, 08 October 2013, 06:48:23
I imagine this is where you sit and plan the destruction of the universe while stroking a long haired white cat.

That's where I plan the destruction of all the long haired white cats. Universal destruction is just a secondary hobby.

Looks like a kaypro layout keyboard to me. If so, that would date it to the middle 1980's

edit: according to his post of the same picture on DT (check the image URL) it's a DEC VT100
http://deskthority.net/photos-videos-f8/post-your-desktop-t1919-480.html#p123899

The VT100 was out from 1978-1983 or so.
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The monitor has clearly had the bezel removed. I did the same on mine. According to his DT post, it's an HP.

Nice detective work.  ;)

It's a VT100 (probably 1980/81) with unusual colours. I've never seen another one with the same colours. The Kaypros are behind the desk. (not visible in the picture)

I didn't remove the bezel for fun - the damn thing broke and fell apart when I moved it. I thought I was screwed, but discovered it works perfectly fine without it and looks much better. I never liked the shiny plastic case. Now the non-shiny thin metal bezel more suits the matte screen. The only problem is the lack of a stand. Luckily, it balances fairly well on the beam spring keyboard case.

I've got to say that every input device in that picture (besides the phone) is there due to help from geekhack / Deskthority members. I wouldn't have the VT100 if it wasn't for Parak's help. The 3278 beam spring would be useless without xwhatsit's excellent controller. The NOS hall effect keypad is from HaaTa. I got a great deal on the DT225 trackball thanks to csarek.

Edit: screen is an HP 2211x
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keymaster on Tue, 08 October 2013, 07:15:48
QFR with lubed 62g clears. It feels better than 65g because I don't get sore from typing after long periods of time.

Feels good, man.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phatdood9 on Tue, 08 October 2013, 12:16:41
leopold fc500r reds, waiting for some 60%s to come in!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Tue, 08 October 2013, 13:21:59
QFR with lubed 62g clears. It feels better than 65g because I don't get sore from typing after long periods of time.

Feels good, man.

Strangely, I feel a lot less finger fatigue typing on stock Clears than either 62g or 65g ergo-Clears (I've used all 3).  Stock Clear springs are amazing--they give you light actuation force and then the force to bottoming out ramps up a lot.  So basically they result in a very cushiony typing experience, and it's very easy (for me anyway) to press just past the actuation point, then release and move on to the next key.  With 62 and 65g springs, it wasn't as easy to know when to stop quickly, and the switches felt a bit wobbly, taking longer to rebound.  Personally, I think stock springs are the perfect springs for Clears.  I've reverted my ergo-Clears to stock springs, and have 2 stock Clear keyboards in my household now (love both of them).

This is from a person who likes light switches, like Browns and lubed 62g vintage Blacks.

If anyone gets Clears and decides to mod them immediately to ergo-Clears--do try them stock first.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kenmai9 on Tue, 08 October 2013, 13:33:27
****ty dell rubber dome piece of **** at work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gameaholic on Thu, 10 October 2013, 22:18:37
I'm using IBM 3278 beam spring and Honeywell hall effect keypad.

Show Image
(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/9145)


What would you need to get one of these to work with a pc?  Nice old school phone too btw. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IMHB on Thu, 10 October 2013, 23:33:29
currently using pokerX (blue/red)
but also use QFR Green, and Corsair K65 Black switches......
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exousia7 on Fri, 11 October 2013, 10:24:32
Got my hands on a Ducky 9087 G2 Pro with Cherry MX blue switches, along with side-printed ABS keycaps :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boost on Fri, 11 October 2013, 10:26:50
CM Storm with blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tarzan on Fri, 11 October 2013, 10:40:08
Model M.  October 1996 creation date.

Whackity-whackity-whackity....  Glorious. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Fri, 11 October 2013, 10:58:34
CM Storm QFR with Browns and 40A-R WASD o-rings. Though I slightly prefer the Cherry stabilizers of my previous Poker II, I am much more comfortable with the Storm's standard TKL layout. It's a solid board at regular price and an outstanding one when you can get it on sale as I did ($65 at Amazon w/2-day Prime shipping).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Fri, 11 October 2013, 11:08:58
CM Storm QFR with Browns and 40A-R WASD o-rings.

Just wondering, if you don't bottom out, do the o-rings help?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Fri, 11 October 2013, 11:12:41
Unmodified 91 SSK.... clicketyclicketyclick... spring boing clonk... all night long
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Fri, 11 October 2013, 12:14:01
Just wondering, if you don't bottom out, do the o-rings help?

In terms of noise? No, but I bottom out anyway so I need the o-rings for noise reduction. To hear yourself, go here (http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/videos) and scroll down to the last video. They have regular and touch typing demos with Blue, Brown, and Black switches both with and without o-rings.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Fri, 11 October 2013, 13:00:10
Just wondering, if you don't bottom out, do the o-rings help?

In terms of noise? No, but I bottom out anyway so I need the o-rings for noise reduction. To hear yourself, go here (http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/videos) and scroll down to the last video. They have regular and touch typing demos with Blue, Brown, and Black switches both with and without o-rings.

Don't mean noise (I use Blues, heh), I mean typing speed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Fri, 11 October 2013, 13:11:11
For my heavy handed bottoming out style, I type a bit faster, albeit with a few more errors, with the o-rings than without. The reduction in noise more than offsets this, though obviously that's not an issue for you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Fri, 11 October 2013, 22:02:15
For my heavy handed bottoming out style, I type a bit faster, albeit with a few more errors, with the o-rings than without. The reduction in noise more than offsets this, though obviously that's not an issue for you.
I see, thanks for that. I've learned that typing more lightly increases speed by more than I'd think and mitigates carpal tunnel symptoms, so I've just had to train myself to do that. I would like to try out o-rings on Browns and definitely Reds, but I couldn't justify the price because I don't use them a whole lot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tony on Fri, 11 October 2013, 23:26:38
Right now I am typing on a Compaq MX 11800 brown, dated 1986. It's still working very well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oscillik on Mon, 28 October 2013, 20:32:31
currently typing with the keyboard on my new ThinkPad X230 (the one with the island keyboard (http://blog.laptopmag.com/thinkpad-type-off-is-lenovos-new-island-style-keyboard-better-or-worse)), and I really really like it. I'd probably go so far as to say that it's the closest I'll ever get to a HHKB feel on a laptop integrated keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frvrngn on Mon, 28 October 2013, 20:43:52
Topre Type Heaven or Matias Quiet Pro. Like both for different reasons, just depends on my mood at the time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: giltyler on Mon, 28 October 2013, 20:45:49
RAZER Ultimate 2013
Love the feel and sound but I am twice as fast on my Laptop Samsung Island style with chicklet keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 28 October 2013, 20:47:04
QFR with lubed 62g clears. It feels better than 65g because I don't get sore from typing after long periods of time.

Feels good, man.

62g lubed ergo clears = best cherry switch <3 i use the kbd 62g which is slightly lighter than the korean group buy and it works perrrrfectly ~

right now, i'm using 55g thorpe, which is best thorpe.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Emospence on Mon, 28 October 2013, 21:00:47
Just got a HHKB. Now I feel like putting PBT keycaps on my Filco..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 28 October 2013, 21:01:56
VesperSAINT, I love reading about your enthusiasm for ergo-Clears! :D  Even though I didn't like them on my Filco, I want to give them a try again on my LZ-GH, just in case I will appreciate them more in a very dampened heavy case.  Never say never is a rule I try to stick with.

Just got a HHKB. Now I feel like putting PBT keycaps on my Filco..

Thick Cherry-profile PBT keycaps are my favorite by far, for almost every switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 28 October 2013, 21:19:15
VesperSAINT, I love reading about your enthusiasm for ergo-Clears! :D  Even though I didn't like them on my Filco, I want to give them a try again on my LZ-GH, just in case I will appreciate them more in a very dampened heavy case.  Never say never is a rule I try to stick with.

Just got a HHKB. Now I feel like putting PBT keycaps on my Filco..

Thick Cherry-profile PBT keycaps are my favorite by far, for almost every switch.

Thankies ~ Yeah... I had my crazy ergo-clear phase where I went all out and did much research and experimenting with clear switches with a whole bunch of different combination of springs, lube, and no lube. After using the kbd 62g springs, krytox mix for stem, victorinox oil, my Filco hasn't changed to anything else. I have yet to try 55g and 65g, but I think 55g would be the only thing that my cause me to opening up my Filco again. 65g would be too stiff for a typing board imo, and the stiffer you go, the less tactility, and ergo clear is all about smooth tactility! I also think ergo clears only get better with more use and wear because it only gets smoother, but maybe i'm crazy.

And, I also agree with you that thick cherry-profile PBT keycaps are the best. The only other thing that comes close is GMK & original Cherry thick doubleshot keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Larken on Mon, 28 October 2013, 22:51:30
VesperSAINT, I love reading about your enthusiasm for ergo-Clears! :D  Even though I didn't like them on my Filco, I want to give them a try again on my LZ-GH, just in case I will appreciate them more in a very dampened heavy case.  Never say never is a rule I try to stick with.

Just got a HHKB. Now I feel like putting PBT keycaps on my Filco..

Thick Cherry-profile PBT keycaps are my favorite by far, for almost every switch.

Thankies ~ Yeah... I had my crazy ergo-clear phase where I went all out and did much research and experimenting with clear switches with a whole bunch of different combination of springs, lube, and no lube. After using the kbd 62g springs, krytox mix for stem, victorinox oil, my Filco hasn't changed to anything else. I have yet to try 55g and 65g, but I think 55g would be the only thing that my cause me to opening up my Filco again. 65g would be too stiff for a typing board imo, and the stiffer you go, the less tactility, and ergo clear is all about smooth tactility! I also think ergo clears only get better with more use and wear because it only gets smoother, but maybe i'm crazy.

And, I also agree with you that thick cherry-profile PBT keycaps are the best. The only other thing that comes close is GMK & original Cherry thick doubleshot keycaps.

55g ergo clears are awesome for a typing board. But I have a feeling that worn clear stems (meaning old one that's been in use for more than a while) really makes a difference for this. The brand new clear stems I'm using in another board doesn't feel quite as nice as those I harvested from a old cherry board - and I actually have 1-2 switches sticking with the new stems, even lubed.

One thing I'd say for 62g ergo clears though - it is really much quieter to use as it's easier not to bottom out on those. I'm pretty much dead silent on 62g while I thock away on 55g. But I saw your typing video on the other thread (very nice filco there by the way), and saw you bottom out anyway, so that doesn't really matter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flamingchook on Mon, 28 October 2013, 22:56:44
My new 45g Topre Realforce 87u (courtesy of the BunnyLake raffle, kindly donated by goobus). It's my first topre board and I'm already itching to try out the 55g version. It really never ends does it  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 28 October 2013, 23:41:33
VesperSAINT, I love reading about your enthusiasm for ergo-Clears! :D  Even though I didn't like them on my Filco, I want to give them a try again on my LZ-GH, just in case I will appreciate them more in a very dampened heavy case.  Never say never is a rule I try to stick with.

Just got a HHKB. Now I feel like putting PBT keycaps on my Filco..

Thick Cherry-profile PBT keycaps are my favorite by far, for almost every switch.

Thankies ~ Yeah... I had my crazy ergo-clear phase where I went all out and did much research and experimenting with clear switches with a whole bunch of different combination of springs, lube, and no lube. After using the kbd 62g springs, krytox mix for stem, victorinox oil, my Filco hasn't changed to anything else. I have yet to try 55g and 65g, but I think 55g would be the only thing that my cause me to opening up my Filco again. 65g would be too stiff for a typing board imo, and the stiffer you go, the less tactility, and ergo clear is all about smooth tactility! I also think ergo clears only get better with more use and wear because it only gets smoother, but maybe i'm crazy.

And, I also agree with you that thick cherry-profile PBT keycaps are the best. The only other thing that comes close is GMK & original Cherry thick doubleshot keycaps.

55g ergo clears are awesome for a typing board. But I have a feeling that worn clear stems (meaning old one that's been in use for more than a while) really makes a difference for this. The brand new clear stems I'm using in another board doesn't feel quite as nice as those I harvested from a old cherry board - and I actually have 1-2 switches sticking with the new stems, even lubed.

One thing I'd say for 62g ergo clears though - it is really much quieter to use as it's easier not to bottom out on those. I'm pretty much dead silent on 62g while I thock away on 55g. But I saw your typing video on the other thread (very nice filco there by the way), and saw you bottom out anyway, so that doesn't really matter.

Thanks for the compliment on the Filco :) I put a lot of heart into it :P

Yeah, I've heard that 55g ergo clear is more tactile than 62g, which I think would make it an even better typing keyboard, but I guess I'll see because I think my current 62g is pretty much the perfect balance between tactility and weight. I can also float type but I personally find it more satisfying when bottoming out lightly :)) And yes, used clear stems are much smoother than brand new stems (as mentioned in previous post), which may be harder for some to believe, but it's kind of like the controversial vintage black phenomena. My clear switches were older and used when I got them, and they are magical compared to newer stems. I'd say that new clear stems would require at least black springs and lube to get them working consistently without sticking. I may buy a batch of new clear switches in the future and put them in my QFR which has a stainless steel custom plate (Filco has an aluminum custom plate), and compare it to my Filco in terms of difference in sound and feel.

I also agree with you that ergo clears are a very quiet switch, even when bottoming out, especially with Victorinox oil. Unfortunately, my video makes them out to be louder than they really are because the volume/sound is enhanced by my camera mic, which is very sensitive.

My new 45g Topre Realforce 87u (courtesy of the BunnyLake raffle, kindly donated by goobus). It's my first topre board and I'm already itching to try out the 55g version. It really never ends does it  :))

You really should try them out when you get the chance! I originally wanted to start my Topre experience with 55g but they have been out of stock for a long time, so I got a Leopold 660C. After that, I thought I was never going to need another Topre board because the 660C felt so good, but when I came across an opportunity for a 55g, I grabbed it, and I've never looked back ~ Yes, 45g Topre feels amazing, but 55g feels better, but that's just my opinion :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Emospence on Tue, 29 October 2013, 01:14:03
You really should try them out when you get the chance! I originally wanted to start my Topre experience with 55g but they have been out of stock for a long time, so I got a Leopold 660C. After that, I thought I was never going to need another Topre board because the 660C felt so good, but when I came across an opportunity for a 55g, I grabbed it, and I've never looked back ~ Yes, 45g Topre feels amazing, but 55g feels better, but that's just my opinion :))

God damn hurry up and be back in stock already!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 29 October 2013, 10:48:29
QF TK with Blues and medium-thick PBT caps! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 October 2013, 10:53:44
Work: Still rocking the Filco MJ2 with Blues. A mix of Raindrop and Valentine's caps.

Home: SSK!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Tue, 29 October 2013, 11:21:53
Need to build another 'dox. Only have the two, need backups!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: teilo on Tue, 29 October 2013, 14:17:22
Home: Razer Black Widow Ultimate
Work: Type Heaven

Prefer the latter
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 29 October 2013, 20:27:56
Home: Razer Black Widow Ultimate
Work: Type Heaven

Prefer the latter

Truer words have not been spoken on a first post.
What a distinction between quality..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 29 October 2013, 20:39:43
siig minitouch with white alps that i want to destroy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alosec on Tue, 29 October 2013, 20:41:50
Leopold fc660c <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sniping on Tue, 29 October 2013, 20:43:18
Need to build another 'dox. Only have the two, need backups!

You switched back to stock clears, any reason for that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Tue, 29 October 2013, 20:45:22
Need to build another 'dox. Only have the two, need backups!

You switched back to stock clears, any reason for that?

Stock Clears are best Clears  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PewMcDaddy on Tue, 29 October 2013, 21:38:35
Home: Realforce ergonomically weighted for long programming.
           HHKB white for short programming
           Filco Majestouch TKL Blues for Starcraft
           Noppoo Mini with  browns for Starcraft when I'm on skype with someone
School : HHKB Black
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 29 October 2013, 21:50:14
Just switched from my Leopold FC660C (on Mac, work rig) to my FC600M (MX Clear) (PC- Gaming. ;) ) Love them both. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PewMcDaddy on Tue, 29 October 2013, 21:54:00
I was typing on a Noppoo but now I'm typing on the HHKB white that I have beside it. I want to comment about the ergonomic weighting on the realforce. At first I was disapointed because the lighter keys don't feel expensive (they feel great when typing, but they don't feel expensive which is not necessary but is still something you would like to have on a keyboard of that price) like the heavier topre keys. However, since I got the realforce board at the same time as the HHKB, I was excited about both and I found that I once started working on an assignment on the HHKB and I felt like getting on the realforce. So now I like it very much.

Another thing I was unsure about was the extra space above the F-keys on the Realforce board. I really lust after small keyboards so I was kind of wondering about that. When I took the keyboard out of the box, I instantly fell in love. I don't know why, maybe it gives it a more pleasing height:width ratio but that shape on the Realforce (TKL), but that extra space makes the keyboard absolutely sexy! Don't know why but I love it!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 29 October 2013, 22:58:33
Another thing I was unsure about was the extra space above the F-keys on the Realforce board. I really lust after small keyboards so I was kind of wondering about that. When I took the keyboard out of the box, I instantly fell in love. I don't know why, maybe it gives it a more pleasing height:width ratio but that shape on the Realforce (TKL), but that extra space makes the keyboard absolutely sexy! Don't know why but I love it!



You, me, and every other Realforce owner feels the same way, dood. There's just something really sexy and beautiful about the large bezel at the top of a Realforce board. I know I wouldn't have mine any other way...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 29 October 2013, 23:04:37
siig minitouch with white alps that i want to destroy

Burn it with fire!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 29 October 2013, 23:38:10
siig minitouch with white alps that i want to destroy

Burn it with fire!

Soak it in acetone!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Tue, 29 October 2013, 23:56:24
I'm currently using a CM Storm Trigger (MX Brown), but these are the main ones:

Laptop and Mobile use: Matias Mini Quiet Pro
Home & Gaming: CM Storm Trigger (MX Brown)
Work: Das Keyboard Model S Professional Silent (MX Brown)

Kinda still trying to get accustomed to Matias Quiet switches (only been 2 weeks since I got it and barely had the time to use it properly), after using only MX Browns for a year and a half it just feels strange to have a very strong tactile feel when typing (I'm still making some minor mistakes), but overall I really did enjoy making the change.

I've tried Cherry MX Reds and Blacks over with other keyboards (seen on my signature) but honestly, neither of them really interested me much (especially the MX Red, which doesn't feels nice to type on), while the Matias switches just feel new and nice to me, they're very comfortable even if my fingers aren't still used to them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kolonelkadat on Wed, 30 October 2013, 00:05:49
My newest keyboard is a Corsair k95 (MX red).

I see that many people say that reds arent nice for typing, but I dont see why not. As a programmer and non-gamer, I quite like the reds. Granted, Ive never gotten to try anything but red and blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Wed, 30 October 2013, 01:55:38
My newest keyboard is a Corsair k95 (MX red).

I see that many people say that reds arent nice for typing, but I dont see why not. As a programmer and non-gamer, I quite like the reds. Granted, Ive never gotten to try anything but red and blue.

How could one like a red for typing after experiencing a blue?  :p
Just kidding, love reds for typing, just not for speed, for comfort.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 30 October 2013, 13:59:42
My newest keyboard is a Corsair k95 (MX red).

I see that many people say that reds arent nice for typing, but I dont see why not. As a programmer and non-gamer, I quite like the reds. Granted, Ive never gotten to try anything but red and blue.

How could one like a red for typing after experiencing a blue?  :p
Just kidding, love reds for typing, just not for speed, for comfort.

Technically you can type faster on reds because there's no resistance/bump to overcome.  Especially reds with o-rings.  Blues are fun, but reds or blacks with lighter springs + o-rings are cushiony and soft, and you can type fast on them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kenmai9 on Wed, 30 October 2013, 14:13:27
I'm using a dolch android keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: oscillik on Wed, 30 October 2013, 14:39:20
I'm using a dolch android keyboard

why didn't I realise this before with Android?!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: unicomp_uc on Wed, 30 October 2013, 16:28:42
I was switching between my Unicomp and HHKB for desk use at home, but now I'm 100% HHKB for home and internship and my Filco Minila for laptop use.

Life is good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kansas city shuffle on Wed, 30 October 2013, 16:54:16
IBM Model M (1391401) 1990
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grendel on Wed, 30 October 2013, 18:33:26
Unicomp UB4044A (BS) at work, XArmor U9BL-S (MX Brown) at home. Preordered a Corsair K70 MX Brown... :)

Well, the K70 was a dud; Hated the backlight (flickers) so I went for a Ducky shine 3 -- same problem. I ended up w/ a Deck Legend Fire (MX clear) for home and moved the Xarmor to work (re-soldering the down arrow seems to have fixed it for now). Waiting for a CM Storm QuickFire XT (MX green) to show up, need something to annoy my co-workers ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 03 November 2013, 22:10:38
Quickfire rapid ghetto greens
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: goobus on Sun, 03 November 2013, 23:25:12
Realforce 104UB at work
Filco TKL brown switches/thick blank PBT caps for SC2
HHKB anytime I'm not gaming
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Sun, 03 November 2013, 23:36:23
My daily driver at home...
Filco TKL w/ Browns and O-Rings.  IMSTO Thick PBT keycaps with Banggood RGBY OEM profile bottom row...

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 04 November 2013, 03:06:42
Switched back to my HHKB at home.

I was getting too many sidelong glances using the Model M late at night.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Mon, 04 November 2013, 09:21:23
Successfull thread is successfull.

I am using pretty much only the Poker II as of now. Luckily i had the 7G this weekend cause the X-Arcade needs a native-PS/2 keyboard to be reprogrammed.

First i told myself browns were good for typing, therefor bring it to the job, and blacks were good for gaming, therefor leave it home. But since i left job and have both keyboards on the desktop, i'm using the Poker II for both gaming and typing since its small form factor combined with the good wrist rest i recieved from Smeagol_RP, it kinda feels like a nostromo or orbweaver but with more inputs.

I really feels bad for the 7G :/ it's damn good but the Poker II made me realise fullsize isn't much of my thing anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Mon, 04 November 2013, 09:28:57
I really feels bad for the 7G :/ it's damn good but the Poker II made me realise fullsize isn't much of my thing anymore.

Most of us have been through that, it's just a natural part of the proccess...  :rolleyes:

I love my modified Costar Das Keyboard, but I think I really do like to use the Matias MQP and the Noppoo Choc Mini a lot more.

Also, dang... I've used the Corsair K70 for a few weeks, but trying the Noppoo Choc Mini (also with MX Reds) just felt weird, because it was a lot better and MX Reds didn't actually suck.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Battou62 on Mon, 04 November 2013, 09:33:44
I picked up a Ducky 2108 with MX Blacks this weekend at Microcenter. This is a very solid and well made keyboard, I would say it is definitely a step up from my Rosewill with Reds. I have heard from more than one source that these keyboards may be discontinued, so if your thinking about getting one I would recommend you do it sooner than later.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Tue, 05 November 2013, 22:18:44
I've been using my HPE 87 browns this week, i needed to get some work done in a fury.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Tue, 05 November 2013, 22:20:47
I've been using my HPE 87 browns this week, i needed to get some work done in a fury.
I need an HPE board :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: buni on Tue, 05 November 2013, 22:49:06
I'm using my noppoo choc mini with blue switches. I just got it last week and it's my first time using a mechanical keyboard. So far I'm loving it!  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 05 November 2013, 22:57:13
I'm using my noppoo choc mini with blue switches. I just got it last week and it's my first time using a mechanical keyboard. So far I'm loving it!  ;D

Welcome to Geekhack!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Tue, 05 November 2013, 22:58:00
I'm using my noppoo choc mini with blue switches. I just got it last week and it's my first time using a mechanical keyboard. So far I'm loving it!  ;D
Yeah, welcome, love your sig  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 05 November 2013, 22:58:45
I'm using my noppoo choc mini with blue switches. I just got it last week and it's my first time using a mechanical keyboard. So far I'm loving it!  ;D

Yes, you started with a blue! Now no other switches will ever feel good! Muahuahaha!
As you can see, I'm quite unbiased.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Tue, 05 November 2013, 23:02:45
I'm using my noppoo choc mini with blue switches. I just got it last week and it's my first time using a mechanical keyboard. So far I'm loving it!  ;D

Yes, you started with a blue! Now no other switches will ever feel good! Muahuahaha!

Except maybe Topre  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 05 November 2013, 23:26:06
I'm using my noppoo choc mini with blue switches. I just got it last week and it's my first time using a mechanical keyboard. So far I'm loving it!  ;D

Yes, you started with a blue! Now no other switches will ever feel good! Muahuahaha!

Except maybe Topre  :))

Or MX greens.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Wed, 06 November 2013, 14:08:59
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Wed, 06 November 2013, 16:09:03
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X

#vintageBlack #ergoClear
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: babyface on Wed, 06 November 2013, 16:19:23
Dk9008G2 with browns and thick PBT caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 06 November 2013, 16:24:15
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X

#vintageBlack #ergoClear

#stockClear!  The Church of ergo-Clear shall burn!  >:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: plastboks on Wed, 06 November 2013, 16:33:26
HHKB at work. Leopold 200 with Miami at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Wed, 06 November 2013, 16:33:36
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X

#vintageBlack #ergoClear

#stockClear!  The Church of ergo-Clear shall burn!  >:D

Just you try 67g lubed Clears and you'll change your tune.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 06 November 2013, 16:36:23
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X

#vintageBlack #ergoClear

#stockClear!  The Church of ergo-Clear shall burn!  >:D

Just you try 67g lubed Clears and you'll change your tune.

I've tried 62g-, 65g-, and vintage Black (~68g)- lubed Clears.  I prefer the stock spring, given its unusual force curve.  Light acutation, cushiony bottoming out.  And stock Clears are quieter too.  #stockClears for me!
(I've also tried them with 45g, 55g, and 60g springs from MX Browns).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theMANtonio on Wed, 06 November 2013, 17:15:30
Currently using a CM Storm QuickFire XT (MX Browns) at work (on Win7) and a HHKB at home (Mac OS X). Still waiting for an all 55g RealForce to pop up for sale to try them out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Wed, 06 November 2013, 17:18:07
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X

#vintageBlack #ergoClear

#stockClear!  The Church of ergo-Clear shall burn!  >:D

Just you try 67g lubed Clears and you'll change your tune.

I've tried 62g-, 65g-, and vintage Black (~68g)- lubed Clears.  I prefer the stock spring, given its unusual force curve.  Light acutation, cushiony bottoming out.  And stock Clears are quieter too.  #stockClears for me!
(I've also tried them with 45g, 55g, and 60g springs from MX Browns).

QFT... well, except bottoming out—why bottom out if you don't have to?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 06 November 2013, 17:23:34
Right, stock Clear springs help preventing me from bottoming out.  I should say though that if I had to type for 5 hours a day straight professionally, I WOULD go for something lighter.  But for average amounts of coding and forum/e-mail writing, Clears are perfect.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phoenix1234 on Thu, 07 November 2013, 23:57:37
They all come back to Blues eventually.
Or they are brainwashed into the Church of Topre  :-X

#vintageBlack #ergoClear

#stockClear!  The Church of ergo-Clear shall burn!  >:D

Just you try 67g lubed Clears and you'll change your tune.

I just tried 67g lubed Clears and I can tell that it is very good.
The feeling is something between Pandar Clears and Ergo Clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jevvix on Fri, 08 November 2013, 00:14:40
Daily driver is still my CM Storm Quickfire XT w/blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Fri, 08 November 2013, 01:16:00
Daily driver is still my CM Storm Quickfire XT w/blues.

Its a start
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Beca on Fri, 08 November 2013, 02:30:06
I would be typing on my Noppoo Choc Mini with blues if the goddamn O and L keys worked properly :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tipo33 on Fri, 08 November 2013, 04:46:10
Typing away on one of my M's.  A silver label today..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Fri, 08 November 2013, 05:39:49
Both at work and at home:

Filco majestouch 2 with brown switches, 40 A-L O-rings, and PBT keycaps.

Kind of boring compared to some of the exotic stuff people are rocking here on the forums. But I like them to much too switch to anything else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: unicomp_uc on Fri, 08 November 2013, 08:32:59
Both at work and at home:

Filco majestouch 2 with brown switches, 40 A-L O-rings, and PBT keycaps.

Kind of boring compared to some of the exotic stuff people are rocking here on the forums. But I like them to much too switch to anything else.

Filco w/Browns isn't boring... it's classy my friend.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Fri, 08 November 2013, 19:04:38
[attach=1]

^ This.  :-*

... and yes I am still fighting over the keycodes....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Fri, 08 November 2013, 19:06:10
(Attachment Link)

^ This.  :-*

... and yes I am still fighting over the keycodes....

Love the keyboard, hate the layout
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Fri, 08 November 2013, 19:11:03
I'm always using IBM Ms.  I'm even packing them on business and leisure trips.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Fri, 08 November 2013, 19:13:58
(http://i.imgur.com/CAI1eAg.jpg)

boop
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Sun, 10 November 2013, 10:22:35
i have 2 computers on my desk............

apple 3501 with cream alps from nub on 1 computer

luga g80 with reds from binge on the other
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Sun, 10 November 2013, 12:29:33
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CAI1eAg.jpg)


boop

It's.... it's...

beautifull...

:o
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alosec on Sun, 10 November 2013, 13:27:02
Well. currently I am using a Filco with browns as my daily driver, but it changes almost daily. I have, however been using this set up for almost a week! o_o

Still can't decide if I like topre or mx better. For now, it's mx because of the mushiness of topre. mx feels so much more responsive when gaming & typing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kgrad5 on Sun, 10 November 2013, 14:48:55
At home I use my Poker II w/ Browns. At work I'm currently using fc660m w/clears and I switch between a DAS with browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sniping on Sun, 10 November 2013, 14:50:53
Well. currently I am using a Filco with browns as my daily driver, but it changes almost daily. I have, however been using this set up for almost a week! o_o

Still can't decide if I like topre or mx better. For now, it's mx because of the mushiness of topre. mx feels so much more responsive when gaming & typing.

55g/30g Topre board will alleviate feelings of mushiness.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 10 November 2013, 15:12:25
Well. currently I am using a Filco with browns as my daily driver, but it changes almost daily. I have, however been using this set up for almost a week! o_o

Still can't decide if I like topre or mx better. For now, it's mx because of the mushiness of topre. mx feels so much more responsive when gaming & typing.

55g/30g Topre board will alleviate feelings of mushiness.

Is HHKB 55 or 45?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moosecraft on Sun, 10 November 2013, 15:14:22
HHKB is 45 and its what I'm using right now :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: genkidama on Sun, 10 November 2013, 17:31:38
Right now I'm using a DELL KB212-B Keyboard, but waiting for my replacement Ducky Shine 3 DK9008 :)
I'm already missing it so bad and the Dell is so mushy while typing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Mon, 11 November 2013, 17:42:12
Just got my Ducky Shine 3 TKL (Blue LEDs with Cherry Brown switches) and I LOVE IT  ;D

---the new stabilizers (new Cherry stabs, introduced in the Ducky Zero I believe. They're supposed to be less frictiony) kick ass!!! I now prefer these to Costar as there is no squeak or need to lube, AND I can replace the set very easily.
---the repeat rate / repeat delay is freaking insane! I don't know what I'm going to use it for yet, but LOL it's awesome.
---This keyboard is freaking solid. It's nice and heavy, I swear I can feel the additional heft because of the dual layered PCB (probably not but it's nice and hefty)
---The alternate space bar that came with it doesn't quite fit. It's a bit tight, and I need as little friction as possible, especially for one of the most commonly used keys. (oh well, replacing all keys with SP clear set soon)
---last but never neglected, the LED modes are super cool.. Especially in a room that's not very well lit. I love this crap!! Hahah.

On a final note, this thing comes at a premium which is probably not worth for most, but to an enthusiast like myself, I believe every penny spent was worth it. This will be used as my home / gaming keyboard so I can use the repeat rate / delay for... something, lol.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BucklingSpring on Mon, 11 November 2013, 18:18:01
New Ducky 9008G2 with MX Green. So far so good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Mon, 11 November 2013, 18:22:01
At college right now, my laptop's dead and I'm being forced to use a DELL QuietKey 583-13321,

Jesus, I knew membrane keyboards can be bad, but this one is just unnaceptable... I want to throw it against a damn wall every time I have to press the space key...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kansas city shuffle on Mon, 11 November 2013, 21:08:59
Switched from ibm model m to realforce 104u.

Definitely a polarizing typing experience between the two.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 11 November 2013, 22:44:45
Switched from ibm model m to realforce 104u.

Definitely a polarizing typing experience between the two.

I get that, but even more so, switching between Model M and HHKB!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: justnits on Tue, 12 November 2013, 01:43:58
was swapping between ducky shine 2 mx blue, keycool 87 mx blue and ikbc f104 mx brown.
since i've sold off my keycool 87, right now i'm only using ikbc f104 as my ducky is under my current modding project :P
i miss them clicky :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kansas city shuffle on Tue, 12 November 2013, 02:16:54

I get that, but even more so, switching between Model M and HHKB!

LOL, I think one 200+ dollar keyboard is enough for me, have all the switches I care to have. (MX blues, buckling springs and topre)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 12 November 2013, 21:36:04
leopold FC660M w/ browns hehe
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Tue, 12 November 2013, 22:26:24
leopold FC660M w/ browns hehe

Currently I'm using your keyboard's better cousin: the FC660C (topres).
:P
Do you like the FC660M's layout? I like it a lot. It only took me a couple of days to learn the arrow keys / escape location, and now everything feels natural.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 12 November 2013, 22:40:02
dat top-RAH tho haha
yeah, the reason why I bought this keyboard was because of the layout~
which is funny cause a lot of people think it's weird/don't like it but I love it
currently holding off on the topre, gonna thoroughly enjoy mx switches first  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Tue, 12 November 2013, 22:53:29
dat top-RAH tho haha
yeah, the reason why I bought this keyboard was because of the layout~
which is funny cause a lot of people think it's weird/don't like it but I love it
currently holding off on the topre, gonna thoroughly enjoy mx switches first  :))
[/quote

Lol wut?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: misterbobster on Tue, 12 November 2013, 22:54:52
Just switched from mx-browns to Realforce 87u 45g. Definitely a well built and solid keyboard, still getting used to the feeling
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 12 November 2013, 23:02:52
dat top-RAH tho haha
yeah, the reason why I bought this keyboard was because of the layout~
which is funny cause a lot of people think it's weird/don't like it but I love it
currently holding off on the topre, gonna thoroughly enjoy mx switches first  :))
[/quote

Lol wut?

lol huh?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atlas3686 on Wed, 13 November 2013, 01:01:45
I'm currently using a Filco MJ2 (browns) at home. Just put some PBT side printed caps and PBT RGB (poker) modifiers on. At work I am using a Filco MJ2 TKL (blacks) but it's just a stop gap until my HHKB arrives.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Wed, 13 November 2013, 06:54:24
Random rubber dome one TT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Wed, 13 November 2013, 18:53:40
Using my bro-in-laws QFR with blues at the office today to test it out before I return it this weekend...I've been using browns for so long that I've missed the clicky!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BliTzKiN on Wed, 13 November 2013, 19:38:48
Phantom ergoclears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frvrngn on Thu, 14 November 2013, 08:15:10
Switched out to my new to me G80-1800 with ergoclears and so far I love it.  Still figuring out the new layout but its coming to me fairly quickly.  Like the switch too, first time trying them out.

(http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q777/CHD_Dad/PB131849_zps3b2cd253.jpg) (http://s1358.photobucket.com/user/CHD_Dad/media/PB131849_zps3b2cd253.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Thu, 14 November 2013, 11:23:40
Switched out to my new to me G80-1800 with ergoclears and so far I love it.  Still figuring out the new layout but its coming to me fairly quickly.  Like the switch too, first time trying them out.

(http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q777/CHD_Dad/PB131849_zps3b2cd253.jpg) (http://s1358.photobucket.com/user/CHD_Dad/media/PB131849_zps3b2cd253.jpg.html)

I actually really like the layout there, it reminds me of the QF TK a lot. Now if only they'd trim the ridiculous bezel..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eth0s on Thu, 14 November 2013, 11:46:14
Everyday I'm using the HHKB Pro 2 Type-S.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: guywithtwohands on Thu, 14 November 2013, 13:15:34
Currently using a Filco Majestouch 2 TKL with MX blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Thu, 14 November 2013, 22:53:30
Finally, a change from the poker, I'm on my 1813HFU
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meiosis on Thu, 14 November 2013, 23:05:02
356CL DGE :3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: olivier.nyc on Thu, 14 November 2013, 23:49:39
at work I now have replaced my company-issued hp piece of $#)(@*$ with a Ducky 9008G2 Pr :eek: and
at home the Apple Aluminum Keyboard with Numeric Keypad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monday on Fri, 15 November 2013, 01:35:14
 Mx blacks on a tt esports meka g1 with checkerboard double shots. While I look for a 60%! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JoeUser on Fri, 15 November 2013, 02:19:59
Some vintage "Laser" branded keyboard with SMK switches and double shot keys all around. AT to PS/2 adapter required!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Tue, 19 November 2013, 13:06:08
(http://cs616131.vk.me/v616131724/1c55/ywfLCF_8VTs.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Valis on Tue, 19 November 2013, 13:29:02
Topre 88UB variable. For longer typing tasks, IBM Model M 1391411.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Tue, 19 November 2013, 13:30:40
(http://i.imgur.com/ZzX5bAU.jpg) mmmmmm
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mikey Mo on Tue, 19 November 2013, 13:59:14
filco and cherry they are good
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr. C on Tue, 19 November 2013, 23:30:27
I'm currently switched from CMS QFR blue to Realforce 87UW 45g. On primary computer The jury is still out on the Realforce but it's growing on me. Not to happy with noisy spacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Tue, 19 November 2013, 23:35:51
I'm currently switched from CMS QFR blue to Realforce 87UW 45g. On primary computer The jury is still out on the Realforce but it's growing on me. Not to happy with noisy spacebar.

Did you take out the spring from the spacebar?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TravisW on Wed, 20 November 2013, 07:22:02
New SteelSeries 7G.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jwaz on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:12:33
Still on my HHKB at work and Type-S at home, I'll occasionally switch to SSK at work and a custom RF/55 RF for games.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dreamre on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:13:24
Ducky Shine 2 with white LEDs and ergo clear switches :D.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:15:10
thock thock thock
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Michael on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:19:24
Always.

Modified HHKB Pro2 w/ 55g rubber, silence and lubed.

(https://i.imgur.com/mtIiXcc.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:21:04
Always.

Modified HHKB Pro2 w/ 55g rubber, silence and lubed.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/mtIiXcc.jpg)


Do you leave the OG on it all the time or just for photos? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jwaz on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:22:05
It just isn't right not to use it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:23:32
Always.

Modified HHKB Pro2 w/ 55g rubber, silence and lubed.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/mtIiXcc.jpg)


I really need to do that silence mod to my hhkb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 20 November 2013, 11:40:31
Ducky Shine 2 with white LEDs and ergo clear switches :D.

Dood, that must have been hard work, desoldering all those LEDs... the satisfaction when finished must have been tremendous.

Always.

Modified HHKB Pro2 w/ 55g rubber, silence and lubed.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/mtIiXcc.jpg)


So very jelly of that HHKB.

55g Topre is my favorite Thorpe and I'd love to try case mounted 55g but don't want to take out of my RF55 87UB... may need to find another in the future to take apart to mod a HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 20 November 2013, 12:19:02
Currently using costar built Das III with a mix of lubed ergo clears, getto greens, a stock clear, stock browns and lubed browns.  Caps are thin dye subbed PBT alpha numerics, and the stock blank black caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Wed, 20 November 2013, 12:35:01
Rubber dome  HP laptop board. Definitely not my favorite.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Internetlad on Wed, 20 November 2013, 12:42:14
Rosewill RK-9000BL (MX Blacks) at work. PBT Hazards for the F row and a grey on white doubleshot escape I got from a grab bag from SP, but crappy stock keys other than that on it.

Hoping to pick up a new 'board for work and take this one back home. I couldn't stand using the provided 'board (inherited and beat to **** microsoft ergo split thing) so I just brought mine in. Got a Unicomp M on my Linux machine (which sees little use, unforutnately) and a Kensington dome board on my main gaming pc.

Basically, mech on a budget.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr. C on Wed, 20 November 2013, 15:05:55
Today I am using my IBM M SSK born on 3/10/93. Sweet! I forget how good this keyboard is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JaccoW on Wed, 20 November 2013, 15:14:29
I've been using my Déck Legend with MX clears and o-rings the last few weeks again.
My preferences have changed to smaller boards but this thing is still a dream to type on and feels so much nicer and more solid than my other Clear board.
I'll have it lubed and stickered soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Emospence on Wed, 20 November 2013, 19:20:10
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ZzX5bAU.jpg)
mmmmmm

Love your wood
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: opensecret on Sun, 24 November 2013, 23:44:44
For something a little different from all the shrunken, mostly keyless boards that seem very popular with this crowd, I'm typing on my own personal favorite, a Northgate Omnikey Ultra in its ultimate maxi-key format, coupled with a RollerMouse Pro.  I have this combo at home and at my office (which is 1300 miles from home, but that's another story).

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Mon, 25 November 2013, 05:01:40
Does this Omnikey have white alps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flamingchook on Mon, 25 November 2013, 05:33:52
Back on my Filco ever since my Dolch set arrived. Put some foam behind the pcb to deaden the sound a bit and it's wonderful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: randomist on Mon, 25 November 2013, 05:55:47
Right now? HP POS chicklet laptop board on an ultra portable 11" lappy.

Home use: Filco MJ2 MX-Browns
ITX rig: temporarily an M$ Sidewinder X4
Work: Dell POS (about to be replaced by a Filco MJ2 TKL MX Browns with o-rings which will also travel occasionally for the ITX rig).
Lab: M$ "ergonomic" wave keyboard, second most uncomfortable thing I can think of that I've typed on. No way a mech keyboard is going in there, too many nasty things could happen to it.
Sofa: Logitech wireless rubberdome thingy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Mon, 25 November 2013, 07:16:43
Right now? HP POS chicklet laptop board on an ultra portable 11" lappy.

Home use: Filco MJ2 MX-Browns
ITX rig: temporarily an M$ Sidewinder X4
Work: Dell POS (about to be replaced by a Filco MJ2 TKL MX Browns with o-rings which will also travel occasionally for the ITX rig).
Lab: M$ "ergonomic" wave keyboard, second most uncomfortable thing I can think of that I've typed on. No way a mech keyboard is going in there, too many nasty things could happen to it.
Sofa: Logitech wireless rubberdome thingy.

and a bathroom?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: opensecret on Mon, 25 November 2013, 09:08:09
Does this Omnikey have white alps?

Yes -- I've had 5 or 6 of them going back more than 20 years, and I've never seen a Northgate with anything except white alps.  (I think the same was true of the Avant Stellar -- I had one of those, but even though it looked like a Northgate, it didn't type like one.  Didn't have the staying power either.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Internetlad on Mon, 25 November 2013, 15:26:33
If only the Northgate were ANSI. Can't stand BAE.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SUPER432 on Mon, 25 November 2013, 22:16:32
Realforce 87u 45g. There's also a Filco TKL with blues on the desk. Mostly use the Realforce - blues too loud but still love em!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 25 November 2013, 22:17:19
Switched to GON again while I clean the LZ-S ^_^ been using my laptop's stock keyboard a lot too because lazy when traveling to bring out a $500 keyboard...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 25 November 2013, 22:18:14
Aha!  Now using QFS MX green with PBT dyesubs at work (and switched back to HHKB at home).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SUPER432 on Mon, 25 November 2013, 22:21:10
Switched to GON again while I clean the LZ-S ^_^ been using my laptop's stock keyboard a lot too because lazy when traveling to bring out a $500 keyboard...

Did anything happen or is it just a regular cleaning?

Yikes to that price, but it looks absolutely amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 25 November 2013, 22:21:35
Nope just some regular cleaning ^_^ Noticed the caps were getting a little dirty.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Tue, 26 November 2013, 00:27:05
Aha!  Now using QFS MX green with PBT dyesubs at work (and switched back to HHKB at home).

Those are such different switches...does it not bother you to switch between them so frequently?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Tue, 26 November 2013, 00:32:34
HHKB Pro 2 Silenced

(http://i42.tinypic.com/34qmbys.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: simon_C on Tue, 26 November 2013, 17:29:57
WASD v1 with blank filco caps and CUSTOM™ Wrist wrest.
(http://i.imgur.com/vBpef0B.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Tue, 26 November 2013, 20:29:44
Using my bro-in-laws QFR with blues at the office today to test it out before I return it this weekend...I've been using browns for so long that I've missed the clicky!
I've returned the QFR with blues to my bro-in-law already so I'm back to using my QFR with lubed vintage browns at work.

I miss the clicky and surprisingly enough, the guy at the desk near mine does too.  He misses what he called "that old school clicking keyboard".

Anyway, I'm decided to go with blues for my 60%. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 26 November 2013, 20:34:13
Back to the LZ-S, good as new!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Tue, 26 November 2013, 21:48:32
Back to the LZ-S, good as new!

Pics or it didn't happen :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theMANtonio on Tue, 26 November 2013, 22:10:43
Currently using a Siig Minitouch w/ Monterey Blues. I have it mapped out correctly for Mac using KeyRemap4MacBook, but I just need to get accustomed to the key placement and key sizes. I'm also noticing my iMac is missing a lot of keypresses. It's connected AT -> AT to PS/2 adapter -> PS/2 to USB adapter -> plugged into powered USB hub.

Long string of adapters/connection, but the feel of these switches is definitely worth it.  :thumb:


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PointyFox on Tue, 26 November 2013, 22:21:26
Just cleaned this thing up:

(http://i44.tinypic.com/bhejvp.jpg)

A few of the larger keys are marked PBT, but they are "thick" keycaps and feel like ABS.  I think they're from a G80.  Are they probably ABS?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: opensecret on Tue, 26 November 2013, 23:19:26
Currently using a Siig Minitouch w/ Monterey Blues. I have it mapped out correctly for Mac using KeyRemap4MacBook, but I just need to get accustomed to the key placement and key sizes. I'm also noticing my iMac is missing a lot of keypresses. It's connected AT -> AT to PS/2 adapter -> PS/2 to USB adapter -> plugged into powered USB hub.

Long string of adapters/connection, but the feel of these switches is definitely worth it.  :thumb:

That's the same cable arrangement I use with my Northgates.  Kind of Rube Goldberg, and I've found that not all PS/2/USB adapters are created equal, but the setup works reliably with Windows machines, except that after sleeping the machine, I often have to pull and reseat the USB cable to bring the keyboard to life. 

With my Mac, I didn't have a problem with missing keypresses, but I could never find an iOS keyboard remapping app that would give me the layout I wanted.  I finally switched back to a Mac keyboard with that machine. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theMANtonio on Tue, 26 November 2013, 23:27:32
That's the same cable arrangement I use with my Northgates.  Kind of Rube Goldberg, and I've found that not all PS/2/USB adapters are created equal, but the setup works reliably with Windows machines, except that after sleeping the machine, I often have to pull and reseat the USB cable to bring the keyboard to life. 

With my Mac, I didn't have a problem with missing keypresses, but I could never find an iOS keyboard remapping app that would give me the layout I wanted.  I finally switched back to a Mac keyboard with that machine.


Thanks for the heads-up. I finally gave up and switched back to my RF. I've tucked the Siig back into it's box for the night..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 26 November 2013, 23:47:41
Trying out my HHKB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Wed, 27 November 2013, 02:15:33
Im getting the picture that there are no strict favourites.. Maybe just favourite singular aspects about certain keyboards. Like food your "favourite of the moment must tend to be whatever you're in the mood for.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 27 November 2013, 02:27:58
Trying out my HHKB

Let me know how it all goes, my good sir. MUST KNOW.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SUPER432 on Wed, 27 November 2013, 02:36:07
Im getting the picture that there are no strict favourites.. Maybe just favourite singular aspects about certain keyboards. Like food your "favourite of the moment must tend to be whatever you're in the mood for.

That's definitely true, and I think hanging around this place is a bad, bad influence - you're a lot more likely to swap around and buy new crap because of this forum!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Wed, 27 November 2013, 04:56:43
Yip! Money comes & goes but happy memories are forever man!! @least thats what the consumerism cortex in my head is convincing me haha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:54:10
(http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu169/ynrozturk/IMG_20131127_175009_zps9cd04d08.jpg)

Poker II, MX Brown.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:55:42
Show Image
(http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu169/ynrozturk/IMG_20131127_175009_zps9cd04d08.jpg)


Poker II, MX Brown.

Is your monitor on a shoebox stand? 'Cause that's awesome
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Wed, 27 November 2013, 10:05:52
Haha, it's actually a modem box. Just temporary for now as we're in the middle of changing offices.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Wed, 27 November 2013, 12:41:34
I think you guys hit it on the head - there isn't only ONE keyboard but MANY.

You can say "Oh this is the best keyboard I've ever typed on!  I can sell the rest."

And maybe you'll be satisfied for some time but you will always eventually crack.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Wed, 27 November 2013, 14:38:16
I think you guys hit it on the head - there isn't only ONE keyboard but MANY.

You can say "Oh this is the best keyboard I've ever typed on!  I can sell the rest."

And maybe you'll be satisfied for some time but you will always eventually crack.

To each their own, not everyone would share the same taste. Just as well I guess most of us are searching/longing for the "perfect" keyboard.

Not all people maybe comfortable with selling their other keyboards. Some of them may like to do keyboard rotation in a bid to prevent excess wear and tear on one particular keyboard. Others I guess one could crudely say "hoard" their spare keyboards as such keyboards maybe rare (or eventually will get rare). Just as well I am sure one can find collectors of various sorts. They have their own reasons.

Eventually crack is part of the game, almost everything involves money. Not trying to grill you for this but I am sure people have constantly moaned about the fact that they have been "wallet hacked". I am sure these are the tell tales signs of one's seriousness to be a collector of some sort.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jkercado on Wed, 27 November 2013, 16:26:24
Still using my Unicomp Ultra Classic at the office. I've tried different things but always come back to buckling spring goodness.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Thu, 28 November 2013, 02:35:10
Show Image
(http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu169/ynrozturk/IMG_20131127_175009_zps9cd04d08.jpg)


Poker II, MX Brown.

Is your monitor on a shoebox stand? 'Cause that's awesome
mine stands on a magsafe box.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 28 November 2013, 03:13:50
Show Image
(http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu169/ynrozturk/IMG_20131127_175009_zps9cd04d08.jpg)


Poker II, MX Brown.

Is your monitor on a shoebox stand? 'Cause that's awesome
mine standas on a magsafe box.

My monitor sit on the desk, and is as low as I can get it.  Due to a neck problem, I cannot look up for long, and I prefer to have my head angled slightly down.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Thu, 28 November 2013, 05:40:43
(http://i.imgur.com/tcxm8CV.jpg)

How this?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Thu, 28 November 2013, 06:07:06
Old school rig :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Thu, 28 November 2013, 19:00:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tcxm8CV.jpg)


How this?

Hey, those look great on that keyboard!  Much better than they looked on my color cases.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: h2gofast on Fri, 29 November 2013, 04:51:10
Model F 122 key with soarer's converter.  snickity-snickity-snick-snick-snickity
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Emospence on Mon, 02 December 2013, 06:10:40
They're here! So good, was afraid they might be too stiff, but nope, perfecto!

(http://i.imgur.com/YMpfWaU.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/OuZNK4e.jpg)

Swopped the ctrl and caps, HHKB did that right heh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Mon, 02 December 2013, 06:14:42
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7TGcSoqbEdE/Upw0EoBaBrI/AAAAAAAAAMs/W_6FDUSVibM/s1600/20131202_037.jpg)

Via DIN to PS/2 adapter. I am only going to use it for a few days or virtually until I get sick of it. For an old keyboard it still has issues even though I have tried my best to try and address them. I guess the keyboard is either aging and/or the switch design seems to be pretty weak.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Mon, 02 December 2013, 10:09:36
topre 86ub | iri's insane short throw mod

(http://cs314330.vk.me/v314330724/4f0d/BPHOvwnnsac.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 02 December 2013, 10:13:11
topre 86ub | iri's insane short throw mod

Show Image
(http://cs314330.vk.me/v314330724/4f0d/BPHOvwnnsac.jpg)


give us the mod details...don't tease ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Mon, 02 December 2013, 10:34:34
i bought a flexible 2mm thick plastic carving board, cut it into 4mm wide and 28cm long stripes and put them under the keys. it's insane, i told ya.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 02 December 2013, 10:41:51
They're here! So good, was afraid they might be too stiff, but nope, perfecto!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/YMpfWaU.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OuZNK4e.jpg)


Swopped the ctrl and caps, HHKB did that right heh
congrats! greatest switch ever!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 03 December 2013, 04:15:27
They're here! So good, was afraid they might be too stiff, but nope, perfecto!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/YMpfWaU.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OuZNK4e.jpg)


Swopped the ctrl and caps, HHKB did that right heh

Heh I have the same lavender WASD on my HHKB :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Tue, 03 December 2013, 04:53:59
but nobody's keyboard has such light green background as mine!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Wed, 04 December 2013, 03:18:08
Membrane POS, but not for long  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: geekhead on Thu, 05 December 2013, 02:35:17
keycool 84 that arrived few days ago, loving it  :thumb:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v313/PowerSlide/IMG_20131203_140201_zpsa2968c3c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: berrymxblue on Thu, 05 December 2013, 02:40:15
Poker II and All white Nopoo Choc Mini
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BGD on Thu, 05 December 2013, 02:54:59
QFR w/ Blues at work and White Poker II w/ Browns at home :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 05 December 2013, 03:52:48
Still HHKB at home, but eyeing my Model M, and also wondering whether I should dig the old NEC keyboard out again now that I have the PS/2 to USB adaptor (although the missing left arrow switch is kinda annoying).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Phagocytosis on Thu, 05 December 2013, 07:01:02
(http://img837.imageshack.us/img837/2933/3she.jpg)

leopold tkl! mx ghetto greens. and milestone wristrest
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 05 December 2013, 15:57:00
SS 7G and Poker II

Both mint condition even after intense usage in the last 6 months

(http://i.imgur.com/fnsM1XJ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/3Dcqrrd.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/P1Vc96R.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/4YQIw1m.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/BFxXqg7.jpg)


The Poker II needs a little pimpin' but i'm switching the brown to green beforehand. Then it'll be unique enough for me to modify the keycap set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 06 December 2013, 03:44:15
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4YQIw1m.jpg)


Those (SP is it?) faded function row actually look pretty good on there :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 06 December 2013, 17:58:13
NEC APC H4100E.  It is AT keyboard, I am using AT to PS/2 adaptor, and also PS/2 to USB adaptor.  Works fine on a Mac :)

Coiled cable, anyone?

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Fri, 06 December 2013, 17:59:11
Leopold FC660M, just awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Fri, 06 December 2013, 22:34:06
NEC APC H4100E.  It is AT keyboard, I am using AT to PS/2 adaptor, and also PS/2 to USB adaptor.  Works fine on a Mac :)

Coiled cable, anyone?

(Attachment Link)

I think a key might have been left off.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 07 December 2013, 02:26:24
Damn it!  Apple aluminium.

The NEC frankly didn't do it for me any more.  I used one of those to death a few years ago, but this one just feels ... different.

Now I am doing some really deep Mac stuff and absolutely need to hit the right keys at the right time, so I dug my Apple aluminium keyboard out again.

I used to think these scissor switches were pretty good but they almost pale into uselessness when compared to MX and Thorpe and BS switches!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fullcream on Sat, 07 December 2013, 02:32:47
Brand new IBM KB 7953
Why do dome switches feel so good to me? I will sell all my MX boards, right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sat, 07 December 2013, 03:03:43
Even since I'd gotten the multi-colored LED covers for my YOTS, I've been using it more often, so:
Main rig - YOTS MX Blue
2nd rig - Charcoal Grey HHKB 2
3rd rig - Topre Type Heaven with blue PBT key caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 03:15:34
Even since I'd gotten the multi-colored LED covers for my YOTS, I've been using it more often, so:
Main rig - YOTS MX Blue
2nd rig - Charcoal Grey HHKB 2
3rd rig - Topre Type Heaven with blue PBT key caps

That YOTS sounds way too cool! Any pics by any chance?  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sat, 07 December 2013, 03:18:49

That YOTS sounds way too cool! Any pics by any chance?  :)
Why sure, always happy to share my YOTS + LED cover love....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20131130_154642_zps65d863fa.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 03:27:36

That YOTS sounds way too cool! Any pics by any chance?  :)
Why sure, always happy to share my YOTS + LED cover love....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20131130_154642_zps65d863fa.jpg)
[/quote]

**drools** that is a very beautiful piece of keyboard and also professional looking. But where is your RGB lit snake spacebar?  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sat, 07 December 2013, 04:10:27
**drools** that is a very beautiful piece of keyboard and also professional looking. But where is your RGB lit snake spacebar?  ;)
I actually prefer the regular Ducky logo spacebar, here's a pic of it before I'd put on the LED covers, I'd left it basically the same color since it sort of matched some of the LED covers...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20130829_202353_zps5e5890f8.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 04:22:41
**drools** that is a very beautiful piece of keyboard and also professional looking. But where is your RGB lit snake spacebar?  ;)
I actually prefer the regular Ducky logo spacebar, here's a pic of it before I'd put on the LED covers, I'd left it basically the same color since it sort of matched some of the LED covers...
Show Image
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20130829_202353_zps5e5890f8.jpg)


Very tastefully done indeed. Where did you order the led covers?

P.S. have admired your collection since a few months back at LTTs ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 04:27:46
I'm currently using Matias Quiet Pro Mini for PC but am missing the click. Tomorrow going to bung out the CM Storm with greens. Not sure if my fingers are gonna appreciate the rude shock though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sat, 07 December 2013, 04:41:30
Very tastefully done indeed. Where did you order the led covers?

P.S. have admired your collection since a few months back at LTTs ;)
I didn't order the LED covers per se, they were imported by an enterprising fellow from a local forum, I'd bought mine thru him. Jeez, seems everyone from LTT recognizes me here, but I haven't the foggiest who any of you guys are over at LTT, other than Jokrik that is. :-[

I'm currently using Matias Quiet Pro Mini for PC but am missing the click. Tomorrow going to bung out the CM Storm with greens. Not sure if my fingers are gonna appreciate the rude shock though.
I'm a small Asian guy, yet I have no problem punching away on Blacks, Clears and Greens.....anyway, heavier/stiffer switch types like those I'd mentioned are just awesome to type and game with. I love my Trigger Green while I was using it. In any case, all it takes is a little getting used to, and Green would feel so good to type on that you may not like lighter switch types any more. While I don't dislike Blue, Brown and Red, they aren't anywhere close to being my fave switches anymore (they used to be), but having tried Black, Clear, Green and even a 55G Topre, I've grown quite attached to these switches, or any heavy ones like the BS on my Model M.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 05:04:29
Very tastefully done indeed. Where did you order the led covers?

P.S. have admired your collection since a few months back at LTTs ;)
I didn't order the LED covers per se, they were imported by an enterprising fellow from a local forum, I'd bought mine thru him. Jeez, seems everyone from LTT recognizes me here, but I haven't the foggiest who any of you guys are over at LTT, other than Jokrik that is. :-[

I'm currently using Matias Quiet Pro Mini for PC but am missing the click. Tomorrow going to bung out the CM Storm with greens. Not sure if my fingers are gonna appreciate the rude shock though.
I'm a small Asian guy, yet I have no problem punching away on Blacks, Clears and Greens.....anyway, heavier/stiffer switch types like those I'd mentioned are just awesome to type and game with. I love my Trigger Green while I was using it. In any case, all it takes is a little getting used to, and Green would feel so good to type on that you may not like lighter switch types any more. While I don't dislike Blue, Brown and Red, they aren't anywhere close to being my fave switches anymore (they used to be), but having tried Black, Clear, Green and even a 55G Topre, I've grown quite attached to these switches, or any heavy ones like the BS on my Model M.

I thought I recognized you  :D

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sat, 07 December 2013, 07:06:47

I thought I recognized you  :D

(Attachment Link)
LMAO! :D That made my day! :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 09:20:20

I thought I recognized you  :D

(Attachment Link)
LMAO! :D That made my day! :thumb:

Underestimate the small asian dude with strong fingers at your own peril!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sat, 07 December 2013, 22:58:44
I'm using my CM Storm with greens today and am really feeling it in my right front delts (like a sharp pain at the biceps tendon insertion point, but slightly more lateral). I've maybe done 60 races on Typeracer and this is the first time I've had pain on that side (I've had it on the left before). Better take it easy..or go get a massage  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gh_pp on Sun, 08 December 2013, 03:00:44
Brand new IBM KB 7953
Why do dome switches feel so good to me? I will sell all my MX boards, right now.

yes, along with keytronic, one of my fav rubber dome
sadly all rubber dome suffer the same problem, they deteriorate within a year.
i remember i had a stack of brand new keytronic just so i can swap one out when the daily driver goes "bad".

really if you like rubber dome and have not tried topre yet, you should. but i heard people saying topre suffer the same problem, albeit much later down the cycle
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gh_pp on Sun, 08 December 2013, 03:01:40
keycool 84 that arrived few days ago, loving it  :thumb:

Show Image
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v313/PowerSlide/IMG_20131203_140201_zpsa2968c3c.jpg)


mx-clear? do want the 87 key version, but they only had 5 and sold out in minutes.


since collecting TKL after discovering this community, i found that i can fit two keyboards on my desk just fine. (previously full size model M with huge bezel).  and since i was having some neck pain tilting my head between two big 24" screens, having two keyboards works wonder to alleviate the issue. now i just need to get used to using left hand for the mouse while i'm working on the 1st monitor and right hand while on the 2nd...

but yeah i also get to switch it up between topre and cherry constantly since i have ADHD (who here doesn't :) so i got to remind myself the awesomeness of each switch type. now if only there is a TKL BS with thin bezel with win key...

whenever i can convince myself to upgrade to jeff atwood's 3 x 27"  2560x1440 setup, i need to get a bigger desk so i can have 3 TKL at the same time, but probably won't have enough space for 3 mice lol

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/181oe89u58tyqjpg/ku-xlarge.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phatdood9 on Sun, 08 December 2013, 03:25:04
hhkb pro 2

master race!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 09 December 2013, 07:25:47
Finally remembered to bring my modded HHKB to work to actually try it out and use it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 09 December 2013, 15:09:11
Finally remembered to bring my modded HHKB to work to actually try it out and use it.

How did it make you feel?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 09 December 2013, 15:24:34
Finally remembered to bring my modded HHKB to work to actually try it out and use it.

How did it make you feel?
Superior I would hope
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 09 December 2013, 15:47:53
Finally remembered to bring my modded HHKB to work to actually try it out and use it.

How did it make you feel?

It made me feel like I want a full size HHKB lubed with 55g domes hahaha :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 09 December 2013, 15:51:08
Finally remembered to bring my modded HHKB to work to actually try it out and use it.

How did it make you feel?

It made me feel like I want a full size HHKB lubed with 55g domes hahaha :P

"Full size HHKB" - you mean a RealForce?

I'm kinda leaning that way, but I have too much MX stuff that I don't want to part with, so I just enjoy my HHKB at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 09 December 2013, 15:55:12
Finally remembered to bring my modded HHKB to work to actually try it out and use it.

How did it make you feel?

It made me feel like I want a full size HHKB lubed with 55g domes hahaha :P

"Full size HHKB" - you mean a RealForce?

I'm kinda leaning that way, but I have too much MX stuff that I don't want to part with, so I just enjoy my HHKB at home.

Nah a realforce isn't the same either....well the TKL anyways. I think the HHKB has a different feel since it's not plate mounted, it's 'case' mounted. The 55g realforce is super awesome itself, don't get me wrong....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Mon, 09 December 2013, 16:01:56
I'm on a Ducky Mini here at work, waiting for my HHKB to arrive ;D

First post on this great (but expensive..) forum
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 09 December 2013, 16:04:13
I'm on a Ducky Mini here at work, waiting for my HHKB to arrive ;D

First post on this great (but expensive..) forum

Welcome to Geekhack!

Starting out strong - mind your wallet ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Mon, 09 December 2013, 16:13:05

Welcome to Geekhack!

Starting out strong - mind your wallet ;)

Thanks!

Yeah, I've got a G2Pro and a Blackwidow at home (that one started it..). There are so much that I want now.. But hey, it's not like I HAVE to eat every day..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 09 December 2013, 16:25:27

Welcome to Geekhack!

Starting out strong - mind your wallet ;)

Thanks!

Yeah, I've got a G2Pro and a Blackwidow at home (that one started it..). There are so much that I want now.. But hey, it's not like I HAVE to eat every day..

Get a Ducky Shine - you can mesmerise yourself by staring at the lighting effects and forget about food altogether!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 09 December 2013, 16:28:29

Welcome to Geekhack!

Starting out strong - mind your wallet ;)

Thanks!

Yeah, I've got a G2Pro and a Blackwidow at home (that one started it..). There are so much that I want now.. But hey, it's not like I HAVE to eat every day..

Get a Ducky Shine - you can mesmerise yourself by staring at the lighting effects and forget about food altogether!

You know I wonder if the ducky shine really feels different because all those led's being soldered on making the connection between pcb, switch, plate that much firmer.....I never use the lights but I really like the keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 09 December 2013, 16:31:55

Welcome to Geekhack!

Starting out strong - mind your wallet ;)

Thanks!

Yeah, I've got a G2Pro and a Blackwidow at home (that one started it..). There are so much that I want now.. But hey, it's not like I HAVE to eat every day..

Get a Ducky Shine - you can mesmerise yourself by staring at the lighting effects and forget about food altogether!

You know I wonder if the ducky shine really feels different because all those led's being soldered on making the connection between pcb, switch, plate that much firmer.....I never use the lights but I really like the keyboard.

I've felt that my Ducky Shine (the first one with red LEDs) was a really tight, consistent board.  The second one with green LEDs some of the MX blue switches did not click consistently across the board, and it felt ... looser.  Not as nice to use.

Otherwise they are identical.

Colours aside, there could be something in what you say.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IMHB on Tue, 10 December 2013, 04:07:02
Currently I'm using my self-modded poker X....with ghetto greens (blue with black springs) on alphas, clear on rest. It's in an aluminum case.

Switching from a 80% to a 60% is somehow weird from the beginning...but when I got used to it....it's actually not that bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Tue, 10 December 2013, 06:04:42
Filco MJ2 104 w/ browns .. Waiting on mods from da   ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kyb on Tue, 10 December 2013, 12:01:05
HHKB Pro 2 (white, printed).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Tue, 10 December 2013, 12:57:35
A ducky shine III.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 10 December 2013, 13:17:23
A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Tue, 10 December 2013, 23:52:09
A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D

Thanks  ;D It's my first tkl. After reading reviews here and seeing the light patterns, I caved so fast lol. This is about a couple of days after getting a daskeyboard too. And the key caps is a whole another story.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Tue, 10 December 2013, 23:55:14

A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D

Thanks  ;D It's my first tkl. After reading reviews here and seeing the light patterns, I caved so fast lol. This is about a couple of days after getting a daskeyboard too. And the key caps is a whole another story.

Congrats! Which do you prefer for typing and what switches does the Ducky have?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 10 December 2013, 23:57:06
Using mainly my laptop scissor switch keyboard right now   :'(

But when I do heavy typing I take out the keykool 84 with browns

my 11900 is being modded right now, its 1/2 clears 1/2 blacks, going to finish the mod in a couple weeks then use that for the desktop
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fullcream on Tue, 10 December 2013, 23:59:32
Brand new IBM KB 7953
Why do dome switches feel so good to me? I will sell all my MX boards, right now.

yes, along with keytronic, one of my fav rubber dome
sadly all rubber dome suffer the same problem, they deteriorate within a year.
i remember i had a stack of brand new keytronic just so i can swap one out when the daily driver goes "bad".

really if you like rubber dome and have not tried topre yet, you should. but i heard people saying topre suffer the same problem, albeit much later down the cycle
I certainly do plan on trying Topre sometime soon. I am quite certain I will like it  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Air tree on Wed, 11 December 2013, 00:11:05
Using mainly my laptop scissor switch keyboard right now   :'(

But when I do heavy typing I take out the keykool 84 with browns

my 11900 is being modded right now, its 1/2 clears 1/2 blacks, going to finish the mod in a couple weeks then use that for the desktop
I'm typing on a Laptop Scissor switch also.. (http://www.cute-factor.com/images/smilies/onion/th_083_v2.gif)


But i will soon be liberated from this laptop keyboard soon.

My fingers are going to be on a vacation from 62g Scissor switches. 45g topre is going to feel so light compared to this keyboard (http://www.cute-factor.com/images/smilies/onion/70bff581.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Wed, 11 December 2013, 00:14:43

A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D

Thanks  ;D It's my first tkl. After reading reviews here and seeing the light patterns, I caved so fast lol. This is about a couple of days after getting a daskeyboard too. And the key caps is a whole another story.

Congrats! Which do you prefer for typing and what switches does the Ducky have?

Hrmm, the ducky came Monday so I'm still getting used to that. I don't know if I can explain it right, but I can sorta hear a slight softer clack sound compared to the daskeyboard. Also it feels slighty harder to press. Although this is funny since both the Das and Ducky are blue switches. I think it's just all in my head ;) I'm tempted to get that sampler with the various switches to give a feel of how each feels. I've read descriptions and the mechanics behind it, but I think actually experiencing them will give me a better understanding.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 11 December 2013, 00:17:52

A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D

Thanks  ;D It's my first tkl. After reading reviews here and seeing the light patterns, I caved so fast lol. This is about a couple of days after getting a daskeyboard too. And the key caps is a whole another story.

Congrats! Which do you prefer for typing and what switches does the Ducky have?

Hrmm, the ducky came Monday so I'm still getting used to that. I don't know if I can explain it right, but I can sorta hear a slight softer clack sound compared to the daskeyboard. Also it feels slighty harder to press. Although this is funny since both the Das and Ducky are blue switches. I think it's just all in my head ;) I'm tempted to get that sampler with the various switches to give a feel of how each feels. I've read descriptions and the mechanics behind it, but I think actually experiencing them will give me a better understanding.

The same switch in different boards can feel quite different, especially keyboards from different manufacturers.

Also the switch sampler will only give you a vague idea of what a single switch feels like - it is quite different to typing on a whole keyboard of switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 11 December 2013, 00:20:31

A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D

Thanks  ;D It's my first tkl. After reading reviews here and seeing the light patterns, I caved so fast lol. This is about a couple of days after getting a daskeyboard too. And the key caps is a whole another story.

Congrats! Which do you prefer for typing and what switches does the Ducky have?

Hrmm, the ducky came Monday so I'm still getting used to that. I don't know if I can explain it right, but I can sorta hear a slight softer clack sound compared to the daskeyboard. Also it feels slighty harder to press. Although this is funny since both the Das and Ducky are blue switches. I think it's just all in my head ;) I'm tempted to get that sampler with the various switches to give a feel of how each feels. I've read descriptions and the mechanics behind it, but I think actually experiencing them will give me a better understanding.

The same switch in different boards can feel quite different, especially keyboards from different manufacturers.

Also the switch sampler will only give you a vague idea of what a single switch feels like - it is quite different to typing on a whole keyboard of switches.

I would have to agree with rowdy on the switch tester.  I had the wife try it and she only like the stock reds.  I have since modded my Das with a bunch of different stem/spring/lube combos and she told me she could use lubed browns or the reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Wed, 11 December 2013, 00:39:01


A ducky shine III.

First post, welcome!
And I'm hoping to get one of those in the mail soon.  ;D

Thanks  ;D It's my first tkl. After reading reviews here and seeing the light patterns, I caved so fast lol. This is about a couple of days after getting a daskeyboard too. And the key caps is a whole another story.

Congrats! Which do you prefer for typing and what switches does the Ducky have?

Hrmm, the ducky came Monday so I'm still getting used to that. I don't know if I can explain it right, but I can sorta hear a slight softer clack sound compared to the daskeyboard. Also it feels slighty harder to press. Although this is funny since both the Das and Ducky are blue switches. I think it's just all in my head ;) I'm tempted to get that sampler with the various switches to give a feel of how each feels. I've read descriptions and the mechanics behind it, but I think actually experiencing them will give me a better understanding.

Interesting, I think I've heard a few mention that about the Shine 3's modifiers.  A harder key press may suit those who find the blues too light. I've got a das ultimate and am still tossing up between the Shine 3 with blues and the Deck Francium again with blues. Well enjoy your cool keyboards and dat reactive typing at night!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Wed, 11 December 2013, 04:50:44
What is a good lube for switches I could aquire locally in Australia?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Wed, 11 December 2013, 04:55:24
Filco MJ2 Brown 104.. What type of lube would be good to use for switches available in Australia?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Wed, 11 December 2013, 07:17:27
What is a good lube for switches I could aquire locally in Australia?


Filco MJ2 Brown 104.. What type of lube would be good to use for switches available in Australia?


I was about to say that I was pointed out by OO2 there is a bloke selling Ro-59 lube. I am unsure if they are ok for use with Cherry MX but I do know they were used on Topre switches:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Wed, 11 December 2013, 07:29:39
Kept my YOTS for now, using a Yellow DS3 MX White board and loving the feel of White......oh yeah, it's for my main rig, my 3rd rig is still on a Topre TH with blue PBT key caps.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20131211_210211_zps55c8f295.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Wed, 11 December 2013, 07:47:29
What is a good lube for switches I could aquire locally in Australia?


Filco MJ2 Brown 104.. What type of lube would be good to use for switches available in Australia?


I was about to say that I was pointed out by OO2 there is a bloke selling Ro-59 lube. I am unsure if they are ok for use with Cherry MX but I do know they were used on Topre switches:

  • http://deskthority.net/marketplace-f11/ro-59-for-sale-t6860.html
hey,002 or OO2 actually? :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Wed, 11 December 2013, 07:52:13
What is a good lube for switches I could aquire locally in Australia?


Filco MJ2 Brown 104.. What type of lube would be good to use for switches available in Australia?


I was about to say that I was pointed out by OO2 there is a bloke selling Ro-59 lube. I am unsure if they are ok for use with Cherry MX but I do know they were used on Topre switches:

  • http://deskthority.net/marketplace-f11/ro-59-for-sale-t6860.html (http://deskthority.net/marketplace-f11/ro-59-for-sale-t6860.html)
hey,002 or OO2 actually? :))
002 on the geekhack forums but OO2 on IRC.  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 11 December 2013, 16:16:13
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: joelk2 on Wed, 11 December 2013, 16:46:08
im using a coolermaster quickfire tk on reds.

ive come from a coolermaster quickfire rapid on blacks and im not sure if i like the reds or not yet, i think i need some o's to reduce the travel a bit.

i know the travel distance is the same but i think due to the forces required to bottom out it feels like a longer throw. Failing that i will pick up a poker 2 on blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 11 December 2013, 16:52:43
Switched to my semi-industrial ssk. Typing on it in combination with listening to some classic rock is awesome. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Wed, 11 December 2013, 18:14:18
I REALLY want a yellow one, but this will have to do for now :(

(http://i.imgur.com/XkeaFSb.jpg)
(the G2Pro sits silently in the background..)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VolantPhalanx on Wed, 11 December 2013, 19:03:45
I've been using my Das Keyboard Ultimate Model S I think with mx blues, very clicky and fun. I have problems with not bottoming out when i type fast however. I'm happy to say that I've ordered myself a blank white HHKB pro 2 for my second board, and am very excited to try topres.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 11 December 2013, 19:05:13
I've been using my Das Keyboard Ultimate Model S I think with mx blues, very clicky and fun. I have problems with not bottoming out when i type fast however. I'm happy to say that I've ordered myself a blank white HHKB pro 2 for my second board, and am very excited to try topres.


Not bottoming out when you type fast is not a problem!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VolantPhalanx on Wed, 11 December 2013, 19:37:40
I've been using my Das Keyboard Ultimate Model S I think with mx blues, very clicky and fun. I have problems with not bottoming out when i type fast however. I'm happy to say that I've ordered myself a blank white HHKB pro 2 for my second board, and am very excited to try topres.


Not bottoming out when you type fast is not a problem!
Heh, yeah of course not. That was a mistype, my bad. When I start one of those speed tests or whatever, its just so tempting to just push down hard and leap to the next key but the more i type the better i get at just fluttering from key to key and now I'm getting closer and closer to my 120 wpm goal. The sound is drastically different when you don't bottom out as well, and I think i prefer it to the harsher smashing of the keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arieswu on Wed, 11 December 2013, 19:57:51
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Morwrath on Wed, 11 December 2013, 20:00:38
I REALLY want a yellow one, but this will have to do for now :(

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/XkeaFSb.jpg)

(the G2Pro sits silently in the background..)

Is that a Ducky Mini? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _howsyourcat on Wed, 11 December 2013, 21:44:44
Work: QFR with browns

Just ordered a Filco MJ2 with browns  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Wed, 11 December 2013, 21:49:34
I've been using my Das Keyboard Ultimate Model S I think with mx blues, very clicky and fun. I have problems with not bottoming out when i type fast however. I'm happy to say that I've ordered myself a blank white HHKB pro 2 for my second board, and am very excited to try topres.


Not bottoming out when you type fast is not a problem!
Heh, yeah of course not. That was a mistype, my bad. When I start one of those speed tests or whatever, its just so tempting to just push down hard and leap to the next key but the more i type the better i get at just fluttering from key to key and now I'm getting closer and closer to my 120 wpm goal. The sound is drastically different when you don't bottom out as well, and I think i prefer it to the harsher smashing of the keyboard.

Best of luck in your journey, young one.
Light touch and quick thought.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n0rdlad on Thu, 12 December 2013, 15:26:11
Work: QFR with browns

Just ordered a Filco MJ2 with browns  :)


So happy with mine :) just waiting on some replacement pbt caps & she'll be complete.

Enjoy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 12 December 2013, 15:30:41
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr. C on Thu, 12 December 2013, 16:15:23
I swapped out the white and grey keycaps from my 87UW 45g to the new 87UB 55g I bought. I love that particular color combination of black case and white and grey keys.  That is what I'm typing on. But it's so heavy. I'm trying to get used to it. It's like just starting an exercise program when you are out of shape. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 12 December 2013, 16:22:21
I swapped out the white and grey keycaps from my 87UW 45g to the new 87UB 55g I bought. I love that particular color combination of black case and white and grey keys.  That is what I'm typing on. But it's so heavy. I'm trying to get used to it. It's like just starting an exercise program when you are out of shape. 

It's really not that heavier than the 45g. It's just snappier and more responsive. Once you get used it the weight, which usually only takes a couple days, it'll be a breeze to type on it. I think slower typists tend to feel the weight more than those who type fast. I feel that the 55g domes are designed for quick and fast switch presses, where one lifts off quickly on each press.

Give it a couple days; you'll fall in love!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: russm on Thu, 12 December 2013, 16:37:07
New MX Board 3.0 with reds, it is a lot faster than me!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Fri, 13 December 2013, 15:31:17
Typing on a QFR with reds right now. Ordered some Filcos yesterday, so I'm definitely going to try those out when I get 'em. Also Ducky thick PBT caps (ISO) incoming in January, can't wait! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 13 December 2013, 20:27:25
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)

Delicious
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eddie on Fri, 13 December 2013, 20:28:55
i'm using a k90  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: peter79 on Fri, 13 December 2013, 21:47:05
My first Mechanical keyboard is Filco Majestouch 2 AI blue switch. Using it for 2 months.
Then I bought Realforce 104 UB Variable.
Next 2 Months I bought 104 UB-DKI 45 gr Weight, and 87U 55 gr force with Digilog Aluminium case.
The 87U still in USA, will receive it in a week, while the Aluminium case already waiting patiently for a month  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PointyFox on Fri, 13 December 2013, 22:36:11
Typing on a $15 Cherry ML4100  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: StylinGreymon on Sat, 14 December 2013, 00:15:00
My Poker II with mx blacks
Trying to figure a way to remap fn+wasd to fn+hjkl
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Sat, 14 December 2013, 05:13:37
Nice variations color :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BGD on Sat, 14 December 2013, 14:03:27
My Poker II with mx blacks
Trying to figure a way to remap fn+wasd to fn+hjkl
(Attachment Link)
Really like your color scheme.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 14 December 2013, 15:59:05
We're starting to see some imaginitive combinations coming out of the Tao Hao group buy.

This is a Good Thing (tm) :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sat, 14 December 2013, 16:01:13
We're starting to see some imaginitive combinations coming out of the Tao Hao group buy.

This is a Good Thing (tm) :)

I'd have some rainbow puke if I joined earlier enough to be part of the GB...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 14 December 2013, 18:53:40
We're starting to see some imaginitive combinations coming out of the Tao Hao group buy.

This is a Good Thing (tm) :)

I'd have some rainbow puke if I joined earlier enough to be part of the GB...

KeyPop are selling sets ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VP on Sat, 14 December 2013, 19:05:41
Hello!
This is my first post on this nice forum.
I have Das Keyboard Ultimate with MX Blue. It's my first mechanical keyboard and I very like it.
I found this forum and I am reading discussions on this forum often. Interesting.
Thank You
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 14 December 2013, 19:38:30
Hello!
This is my first post on this nice forum.
I have Das Keyboard Ultimate with MX Blue. It's my first mechanical keyboard and I very like it.
I found this forum and I am reading discussions on this forum often. Interesting.
Thank You


Welcome to Geekhack!

Hope you enjoy your stay :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 14 December 2013, 19:42:33
Went back to my 87u 55g! I love this keyboard so much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 14 December 2013, 19:50:31
Been talking about SSK so I switched back to my Model M for a little while.

Loving the feel and sound, but already missing the Thorpe goodness.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Canious on Sat, 14 December 2013, 21:26:47
Using topre 55gu and filco brown 10key less. Can't decide which one to keep :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keymaster on Mon, 16 December 2013, 00:32:07
Using topre 55gu and filco brown 10key less. Can't decide which one to keep :)

Look deep in your heart. You know it be Topre true.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 16 December 2013, 13:40:01
TK with Blues for now, and going to switch to a Ducky Yellow TKL with Blues when it comes in, hopefully by next week's end.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 16 December 2013, 13:58:55
TK with Blues for now, and going to switch to a Ducky Yellow TKL with Blues when it comes in, hopefully by next week's end.
Nice!! I'm really tempted to get one of those limited edition yellow versions too!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 16 December 2013, 14:02:27
TK with Blues for now, and going to switch to a Ducky Yellow TKL with Blues when it comes in, hopefully by next week's end.
Nice!! I'm really tempted to get one of those limited edition yellow versions too!

Those lighting modes, I'm definitely going to get to see firsthand what typing 150+ on them will look like.  ;D
Also, seeing that it had not just PBT, but a very thick looking PBT, while somehow still letting light through, made me quite happy.
I'd recommend it! Still going for $150 shipped at mechanicalkeyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Mon, 16 December 2013, 14:37:29
TK with Blues for now, and going to switch to a Ducky Yellow TKL with Blues when it comes in, hopefully by next week's end.
Nice!! I'm really tempted to get one of those limited edition yellow versions too!

Those lighting modes, I'm definitely going to get to see firsthand what typing 150+ on them will look like.  ;D
Also, seeing that it had not just PBT, but a very thick looking PBT, while somehow still letting light through, made me quite happy.
I'd recommend it! Still going for $150 shipped at mechanicalkeyboards.
Actual video of someone typing 150+ wpm on that reactive mode would be so cool!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 16 December 2013, 14:40:56
TK with Blues for now, and going to switch to a Ducky Yellow TKL with Blues when it comes in, hopefully by next week's end.
Nice!! I'm really tempted to get one of those limited edition yellow versions too!

Those lighting modes, I'm definitely going to get to see firsthand what typing 150+ on them will look like.  ;D
Also, seeing that it had not just PBT, but a very thick looking PBT, while somehow still letting light through, made me quite happy.
I'd recommend it! Still going for $150 shipped at mechanicalkeyboards.
Actual video of someone typing 150+ wpm on that reactive mode would be so cool!

I'll put up a video when I get it!
10FF will be good for it. If you consider the errors as wpm, it will be more like 160 wpm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Mon, 16 December 2013, 15:13:41
TK with Blues for now, and going to switch to a Ducky Yellow TKL with Blues when it comes in, hopefully by next week's end.
Nice!! I'm really tempted to get one of those limited edition yellow versions too!

Those lighting modes, I'm definitely going to get to see firsthand what typing 150+ on them will look like.  ;D
Also, seeing that it had not just PBT, but a very thick looking PBT, while somehow still letting light through, made me quite happy.
I'd recommend it! Still going for $150 shipped at mechanicalkeyboards.
Actual video of someone typing 150+ wpm on that reactive mode would be so cool!

I'll put up a video when I get it!
10FF will be good for it. If you consider the errors as wpm, it will be more like 160 wpm.
I am looking forward to it.
Have you ever measured how many apm you have while testing your wpm (with errors) ?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 16 December 2013, 21:58:56
Actual video of someone typing 150+ wpm on that reactive mode would be so cool!

I'll put up a video when I get it!
10FF will be good for it. If you consider the errors as wpm, it will be more like 160 wpm.
I am looking forward to it.
Have you ever measured how many apm you have while testing your wpm (with errors) ?

Well, I wouldn't know in games like SCII, if that's what you meant, but 10FF does take into account your total keystrokes and corrections, but not at the same time. I guess my keypresses/minute is something more like 800.

EDIT: jk, just poked in a 157 wpm with 810 characters inputted, not counting a few backspaces. So maybe like 820 or so.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arieswu on Mon, 16 December 2013, 22:06:23
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.



(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/IMG_1559Y.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Mon, 16 December 2013, 22:40:27
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.



Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/IMG_1559Y.jpg)


damn thats cool
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 16 December 2013, 22:44:42
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.



Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/IMG_1559Y.jpg)


but where did you get it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arieswu on Mon, 16 December 2013, 23:46:36
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.



Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/IMG_1559Y.jpg)


but where did you get it?

The front panel and trackpoint were parts of the  keyboard of T60
, the wheel encoder was from an used mouse.

And it's programmable, the controller was from KBC imsto.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 16 December 2013, 23:58:40
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.



Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/IMG_1559Y.jpg)


but where did you get it?

The front panel and trackpoint were parts of the  keyboard of T60
, the wheel encoder was from an used mouse.

And it's programmable, the controller was from KBC imsto.

link to the controller?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arieswu on Tue, 17 December 2013, 00:30:22
Poker+Trackpoint+scroll wheel encoder

Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_1559X.jpg)


Please point out where you manage to get the sweet trackpoint/click/unknowndevice front panel for me.

I have a Poker II aswell, and your mods interests me.

Please, tell me your secrets.



Show Image
(http://aries.armake.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/IMG_1559Y.jpg)


but where did you get it?

The front panel and trackpoint were parts of the  keyboard of T60
, the wheel encoder was from an used mouse.

And it's programmable, the controller was from KBC imsto.

link to the controller?


poker pcb, mouse wheelencoder  link to the controller
the controller and Trackpoint link to an extra usb hub
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hasu on Tue, 17 December 2013, 21:59:39
arieswu, great work and welcome back.
Two years!! from your last mod/post.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: indiatechnewscom on Thu, 19 December 2013, 03:43:04
I just got the CM Storm Devastator Gaming bundle, a super cool entry level Gaming keyboard and mouse
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Thu, 19 December 2013, 03:43:54
I just got the CM Storm Devastator Gaming bundle, a super cool entry level Gaming keyboard and mouse

Hey thats not a mechanical keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moonexe on Thu, 19 December 2013, 05:36:14
Hey thats not a mechanical keyboard
Neither is mine at the moment. Logitech G11, which will go into retirement as soon as I receive my G80-3000...
Left shift gets stuck all the time, I think some keys are even missing stabilizers. Oh yeah, and F4 activates on its own whether I press it or not. Constantly. So I have it disabled. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Thu, 19 December 2013, 08:21:44
Hey thats not a mechanical keyboard
Neither is mine at the moment. Logitech G11, which will go into retirement as soon as I receive my G80-3000...
Left shift gets stuck all the time, I think some keys are even missing stabilizers. Oh yeah, and F4 activates on its own whether I press it or not. Constantly. So I have it disabled. :rolleyes:

Im suprised that you are still using it . If it were me, it would be thrown out the window the first time a problem arises
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wildcard on Thu, 19 December 2013, 09:49:16
Still typing on my Typenow Solid with MX blues. It has served me well, but it will be retiring soon once I finish the Topre board I'm working on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moonexe on Thu, 19 December 2013, 17:28:21
Hey thats not a mechanical keyboard
Neither is mine at the moment. Logitech G11, which will go into retirement as soon as I receive my G80-3000...
Left shift gets stuck all the time, I think some keys are even missing stabilizers. Oh yeah, and F4 activates on its own whether I press it or not. Constantly. So I have it disabled. :rolleyes:

Im suprised that you are still using it . If it were me, it would be thrown out the window the first time a problem arises
Oh I will, when I have a replacement. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Thu, 19 December 2013, 17:30:59
Using the Model M now for some buckling spring goodness, but I think I'll go back to the HHKB soon since this full size layout really bugs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VolantPhalanx on Thu, 19 December 2013, 17:58:48
Now using my new HHKB pro 2, incredibly nice switches and great noise. I actively want to type things on it, it's that much fun. Takes the cake for my favorite Christmas present, and I got it early.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Thu, 19 December 2013, 18:37:23
Now using my new HHKB pro 2, incredibly nice switches and great noise. I actively want to type things on it, it's that much fun. Takes the cake for my favorite Christmas present, and I got it early.  :D

Congratz on your topre :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 19 December 2013, 23:55:07
Using the Model M now for some buckling spring goodness, but I think I'll go back to the HHKB soon since this full size layout really bugs.

I switched to my Model M at home for a few days, but my other half made a few remarks about it, so I switched back to HHKB ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Fri, 20 December 2013, 00:35:53
Using the Model M now for some buckling spring goodness, but I think I'll go back to the HHKB soon since this full size layout really bugs.

I switched to my Model M at home for a few days, but my other half made a few remarks about it, so I switched back to HHKB ;)

Your other half?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: StylinGreymon on Fri, 20 December 2013, 01:09:04
Using the Model M now for some buckling spring goodness, but I think I'll go back to the HHKB soon since this full size layout really bugs.

I switched to my Model M at home for a few days, but my other half made a few remarks about it, so I switched back to HHKB ;)

Your other half?
His spouse.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arieswu on Fri, 20 December 2013, 02:21:22
I just got the CM Storm Devastator Gaming bundle, a super cool entry level Gaming keyboard and mouse
arieswu, great work and welcome back.
Two years!! from your last mod/post.

thank you hasu!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Fri, 20 December 2013, 03:48:41
Im suprised that you are still using it . If it were me, it would be thrown out the window the first time a problem arises
how many people can you kill by throwing a model f out the window in singapore?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 20 December 2013, 04:23:50
Using the Model M now for some buckling spring goodness, but I think I'll go back to the HHKB soon since this full size layout really bugs.

I switched to my Model M at home for a few days, but my other half made a few remarks about it, so I switched back to HHKB ;)

Your other half?
His spouse.

Yes.

Perhaps I should have clarified that, it might have been a reference to my other personality :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Fri, 20 December 2013, 08:10:02
Im suprised that you are still using it . If it were me, it would be thrown out the window the first time a problem arises
how many people can you kill by throwing a model f out the window in singapore?

If my estimate are correct, The model f will fall through the ground , tunneling towards the core of the earth at 200mph and shoot out on the opposite side of the planet and cause the entire Earth to collapse to a singularity . Creating a black hole and sucks in the entire solar system.

So about 7 billion people will die
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Fri, 20 December 2013, 10:57:18
Using my green ALPS XM Ducky for the first time in like 3-4 months

I missed it so much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Fri, 20 December 2013, 11:29:59
I've only been using it for like 30 min, but I'm really liking it so far! Feels kinda weird going from blues though..

Oh well, it has a REALLY cute space bar :-*

(http://i.imgur.com/2J7nBvr.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 20 December 2013, 12:23:00
switched back to the HHKB and 3700
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Fri, 20 December 2013, 12:29:00
Rosewill RK-9000I with Blues with yellow and green Tai Hao doubleshots to make a ghetto Turtle Power set.  Try to keep my coworkers on their toes and switch up my caps periodically.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 20 December 2013, 19:13:11
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)


Vesper, when you're in a topre mood, do you usually use your Leopold or your HHKB? I think I remember you mentioning somewhere that you prefer the feel of the Leo, but dat HHKB is damn sexy...
Also, have you tried modding either to 55g? (ik you have a 55g realforce as well)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 20 December 2013, 19:51:51
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)


Vesper, when you're in a topre mood, do you usually use your Leopold or your HHKB? I think I remember you mentioning somewhere that you prefer the feel of the Leo, but dat HHKB is damn sexy...
Also, have you tried modding either to 55g? (ik you have a 55g realforce as well)

I usually use my 55g 87UB :)) But when needing to type a lot, I use HHKB a lil' more than the 660C, only because it's so pretty :P The 660C does feel better overall though, but the HHKB feels great in its own way. The HHKB is just awesome fun to type on. The all plastic construction is just so addicting.

I have not modded anything into 55g. I like my 87UB just the way it is, I don't think I want to take things out of it (even though I have taken it apart before). Modding wouldn't take very long, as it would just be a matter of switching out rubber cups.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 20 December 2013, 20:05:37
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)


Vesper, when you're in a topre mood, do you usually use your Leopold or your HHKB? I think I remember you mentioning somewhere that you prefer the feel of the Leo, but dat HHKB is damn sexy...
Also, have you tried modding either to 55g? (ik you have a 55g realforce as well)

I usually use my 55g 87UB :)) But when needing to type a lot, I use HHKB a lil' more than the 660C, only because it's so pretty :P The 660C does feel better overall though, but the HHKB feels great in its own way. The HHKB is just awesome fun to type on. The all plastic construction is just so addicting.

I have not modded anything into 55g. I like my 87UB just the way it is, I don't think I want to take things out of it (even though I have taken it apart before). Modding wouldn't take very long, as it would just be a matter of switching out rubber cups.

I see. Your HHKB is gorgeous :) I'm just very curious to know what a 55g 660C would feel like -- better than a 55g RF?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 20 December 2013, 20:15:23
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)


Vesper, when you're in a topre mood, do you usually use your Leopold or your HHKB? I think I remember you mentioning somewhere that you prefer the feel of the Leo, but dat HHKB is damn sexy...
Also, have you tried modding either to 55g? (ik you have a 55g realforce as well)

I usually use my 55g 87UB :)) But when needing to type a lot, I use HHKB a lil' more than the 660C, only because it's so pretty :P The 660C does feel better overall though, but the HHKB feels great in its own way. The HHKB is just awesome fun to type on. The all plastic construction is just so addicting.

I have not modded anything into 55g. I like my 87UB just the way it is, I don't think I want to take things out of it (even though I have taken it apart before). Modding wouldn't take very long, as it would just be a matter of switching out rubber cups.

I see. Your HHKB is gorgeous :) I'm just very curious to know what a 55g 660C would feel like -- better than a 55g RF?

That is actually a very very interesting idea... ****...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 20 December 2013, 20:31:12
Started using my HHKB again last night, after a few days on my Filco MJ2 w/ Ergo Clears. It's so purrdy.

Yes, the Lime Green cap does not match the profile, and that's because I used them all on other boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lQDjxaU.jpg)


Vesper, when you're in a topre mood, do you usually use your Leopold or your HHKB? I think I remember you mentioning somewhere that you prefer the feel of the Leo, but dat HHKB is damn sexy...
Also, have you tried modding either to 55g? (ik you have a 55g realforce as well)

I usually use my 55g 87UB :)) But when needing to type a lot, I use HHKB a lil' more than the 660C, only because it's so pretty :P The 660C does feel better overall though, but the HHKB feels great in its own way. The HHKB is just awesome fun to type on. The all plastic construction is just so addicting.

I have not modded anything into 55g. I like my 87UB just the way it is, I don't think I want to take things out of it (even though I have taken it apart before). Modding wouldn't take very long, as it would just be a matter of switching out rubber cups.

I see. Your HHKB is gorgeous :) I'm just very curious to know what a 55g 660C would feel like -- better than a 55g RF?

That is actually a very very interesting idea... ****...

Time to bust that RF open again :P
If you do end up doing it, please please please tell me how it feels! I'd love a comparison to the standard RF 55g (I have a thread about this, you could post it there if you like)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: seredin on Sat, 21 December 2013, 07:35:20
First post hype.
(https://i.imgur.com/CK7gwMt.jpg)

I alternate between that beauty and a 1390120 (silver label from 1986), depending on what I'm doing that day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 21 December 2013, 08:34:50
First post hype.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/CK7gwMt.jpg)


I alternate between that beauty and a 1390120 (silver label from 1986), depending on what I'm doing that day.

Welcome!

what is that next to the spacebar?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Sat, 21 December 2013, 08:38:18
First post hype.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/CK7gwMt.jpg)


I alternate between that beauty and a 1390120 (silver label from 1986), depending on what I'm doing that day.
That Island card  :))
Very nice keyboard you got there. Welcome to Geekhack!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: seredin on Sat, 21 December 2013, 09:46:58
Welcome!

what is that next to the spacebar?
That alt key came with the older M I have. It was used in a chemistry lab (I'm a chemical engineer), so I keep it on there for nostalgia. Plus it matches BMO  :thumb:
That Island card  :))
Very nice keyboard you got there. Welcome to Geekhack!
Thanks! I'm very happy with how it looks, and am working on making the typing experience on it as good as my 1390120.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: threejean on Sat, 21 December 2013, 11:27:23
My first mech is a CM QF Pro w/ Browns (loves it!) that I use at work, and I'm typing this on a CM QF TK White w/ Blues at home. I love them both but I think I like the brown switches better (the clickyness of the blues takes some getting used to).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 21 December 2013, 11:52:14
Welcome!

what is that next to the spacebar?
That alt key came with the older M I have. It was used in a chemistry lab (I'm a chemical engineer), so I keep it on there for nostalgia. Plus it matches BMO  :thumb:
That Island card  :))
Very nice keyboard you got there. Welcome to Geekhack!
Thanks! I'm very happy with how it looks, and am working on making the typing experience on it as good as my 1390120.

You're a chemical engineer?

COOL

I've always thought chemistry was kinda boring, but everyone likes different things.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: seredin on Sat, 21 December 2013, 12:13:48

You're a chemical engineer?

COOL

I've always thought chemistry was kinda boring, but everyone likes different things.

My apologies, I didn't mean to mislead you. Chemistry is incredibly boring. I was just giving the backstory on why I would have a keyboard from a chemistry lab ha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sat, 21 December 2013, 21:45:27
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuananh_bkk on Sat, 21 December 2013, 21:47:38
vanila HHKB printed. Looking to switch to blank keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cinnamoncider on Sat, 21 December 2013, 21:59:48
Ducky DK9008S3 MX Brown Blue LEDs

I also bring this baby into my work :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 21 December 2013, 22:44:43
I was using dorkvader's beamspring not too long ago.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Sat, 21 December 2013, 22:52:19
aek m0115 with orange alps currently
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sat, 21 December 2013, 22:55:01
I've been switching between a Model M (clicktastic) and an ergo-clear QFR (heavenly, tactile cloud of something), but I'm typing this on a MBP chiclet, and my fingers are sad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 21 December 2013, 22:58:03
Welcome!

what is that next to the spacebar?
That alt key came with the older M I have. It was used in a chemistry lab (I'm a chemical engineer), so I keep it on there for nostalgia. Plus it matches BMO  :thumb:
That Island card  :))
Very nice keyboard you got there. Welcome to Geekhack!
Thanks! I'm very happy with how it looks, and am working on making the typing experience on it as good as my 1390120.

Hey, cool.  I'm also a chemical engineer (in training).   :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 22 December 2013, 03:37:01
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.

These come pre-lubed? :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuananh_bkk on Sun, 22 December 2013, 05:04:49
Ducky DK9008S3 MX Brown Blue LEDs

I also bring this baby into my work :D

isn't it a bit too big to bring it to work?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 22 December 2013, 05:39:10
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.

These come pre-lubed? :eek:

From what others have said, their boards are all supposed to come pre-lubed. I'm not a fan of the feeling they have on Blues, though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cinnamoncider on Sun, 22 December 2013, 10:33:14
isn't it a bit too big to bring it to work?
Not if you have a huge bag  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 22 December 2013, 13:02:04
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.

These come pre-lubed? :eek:

From what others have said, their boards are all supposed to come pre-lubed. I'm not a fan of the feeling they have on Blues, though.

Source? This is curious...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gniourf on Sun, 22 December 2013, 14:23:35
Leopold FC200RC (tkl, MX blue). HHBK pro 2 and RealForce 87U in their box in the closet  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 22 December 2013, 15:19:18
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.

These come pre-lubed? :eek:

From what others have said, their boards are all supposed to come pre-lubed. I'm not a fan of the feeling they have on Blues, though.

Source? This is curious...

I'm not sure.  :'(
I saw it in a thread just a few days ago.

EDIT: Found it here:
Anyone notice that ducky lubes their switches?  I have noticed this on 2 differnt ducky keyboards a brown and a black.  They felt super smooth compared to any other band new black or brown I have tried.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 22 December 2013, 15:28:58
Far from confirmation, I feel like ducky would use that as a selling point if it was true..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 22 December 2013, 15:31:19
Far from confirmation, I feel like ducky would use that as a selling point if it was true..

All I can say is that the Blues feel more like Greens. Even when I swapped out the thick PBT, it felt quite heavy compared to my very frequently used TK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Sun, 22 December 2013, 15:32:43
Far from confirmation, I feel like ducky would use that as a selling point if it was true..
Indeed, even tho I don't know how lubed switches feel Ducky ones seem very similar to other boards
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 22 December 2013, 16:31:46
Far from confirmation, I feel like ducky would use that as a selling point if it was true..

All I can say is that the Blues feel more like Greens. Even when I swapped out the thick PBT, it felt quite heavy compared to my very frequently used TK.

I really don't think lube would make blues feel like greens and just because switches feel smooth to one person doesn't mean ducky lubed anything lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fourzeropooh on Sun, 22 December 2013, 16:36:27
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.

These come pre-lubed? :eek:

From what others have said, their boards are all supposed to come pre-lubed. I'm not a fan of the feeling they have on Blues, though.

Source? This is curious...

I'm not sure.  :'(
I saw it in a thread just a few days ago.

EDIT: Found it here:
Anyone notice that ducky lubes their switches?  I have noticed this on 2 differnt ducky keyboards a brown and a black.  They felt super smooth compared to any other band new black or brown I have tried.

Wouldn't lubing switches require ducky to open each one and apply more lube? Thats an extremely time wasting task, especially since they get their switches from Cherry premade and put together.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 22 December 2013, 16:47:28
Now on my Yellow Shine 3 TKL with Blues! Loving the keyboard, although the switches feel different, perhaps because of the lube.

These come pre-lubed? :eek:

From what others have said, their boards are all supposed to come pre-lubed. I'm not a fan of the feeling they have on Blues, though.

Source? This is curious...

I'm not sure.  :'(
I saw it in a thread just a few days ago.

EDIT: Found it here:
Anyone notice that ducky lubes their switches?  I have noticed this on 2 differnt ducky keyboards a brown and a black.  They felt super smooth compared to any other band new black or brown I have tried.

Wouldn't lubing switches require ducky to open each one and apply more lube? Thats an extremely time wasting task, especially since they get their switches from Cherry premade and put together.

Yes and so far nothing has led me to believe there is anything but smoke being blown in regards to ducky lubing switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Sun, 22 December 2013, 19:35:43
That has nothing to do with lubing switches--different batches of switches feel differently.  You can't remove friction sufficiently just by lubrication--I have tried.  Scratchy lubed switches still don't feel very smooth.  But I've also had brand new keyboards be very smooth or quite scratchy right out of the box.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sun, 22 December 2013, 19:38:15
Far from confirmation, I feel like ducky would use that as a selling point if it was true..

All I can say is that the Blues feel more like Greens. Even when I swapped out the thick PBT, it felt quite heavy compared to my very frequently used TK.

I really don't think lube would make blues feel like greens and just because switches feel smooth to one person doesn't mean ducky lubed anything lol


lube makes a switch feel heavier now?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 22 December 2013, 20:06:22
Far from confirmation, I feel like ducky would use that as a selling point if it was true..

All I can say is that the Blues feel more like Greens. Even when I swapped out the thick PBT, it felt quite heavy compared to my very frequently used TK.

I really don't think lube would make blues feel like greens and just because switches feel smooth to one person doesn't mean ducky lubed anything lol


Wouldn't it be the other way around - lubing green switches would make them smoother and perhaps a little more like blues?

Unless it was a really thick heavy lube that dampened the blue to make it feel like a green?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: johndavis33 on Mon, 23 December 2013, 21:24:32
My ducky 9008g2 pro. Greens with pbt caps and leprosy. My favorite board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Idarzoid on Tue, 24 December 2013, 10:58:53
Deleted.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bueller on Tue, 24 December 2013, 11:00:44
SSK at the moment and all I have to say is meh.

My Filco will be going back on the desk, don't think buckling spring is my thing really.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 24 December 2013, 16:32:16
SSK at the moment and all I have to say is meh.

My Filco will be going back on the desk, don't think buckling spring is my thing really.

Unless BS really aren't your thing, this could be a SSK in dire need of a bolt mod.

I have two Model M, one is firm and consistent, the other one feels loose and inconsistent across the board.

The loose one I know has lost at least a dozen plastic rivet heads, so that one needs a bolt mod.

The other one there is nothing rattling, and I haven't needed to take it apart, but I'm guessing that the plastic rivets are still holding it well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 25 December 2013, 00:47:16
Away from home so I'm now using Swype on my phone for a week :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 25 December 2013, 18:09:07
My weapon of choice.
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 25 December 2013, 18:15:45
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


Yellow ... looks good :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eddie on Wed, 25 December 2013, 18:20:21
So happy to have finally been giving my noppoo choc mini. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Stevenator21 on Wed, 25 December 2013, 18:30:36
Finally got my first mech today, a Ducky Shine 3. Lovin' it so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Wed, 25 December 2013, 19:13:12
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


That is f**king beautiful!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 25 December 2013, 19:16:21
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


lovin the blue caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 25 December 2013, 19:20:21
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


lovin the blue caps
They are actually black :P , my monitor reflected off the keycaps. I spent a good month deciding if I wanted the blue or black legends, and I decided black because I didn't want two shades of blue.

My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


That is f**king beautiful!
IKR, 4x larger letters and numbers with high contrast colors! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: billnye on Wed, 25 December 2013, 19:26:51
Just got a Filco Majestouch 2 with reds today! It's my fourth mech, but my first Filco. I really like the solid feel of the board, however, I can't stand the reds for typing. I'm just gonna use it for gaming.  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: neunelfer on Wed, 25 December 2013, 19:36:49
My brand new HHKB  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 25 December 2013, 21:21:32
My brand new HHKB  ;D

What else? :)

Do you like it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 25 December 2013, 22:11:53
QFR with greeeeeeeeens

I think that they're too stiff, so I'm gonna put 45g (That's all I have on hand) springs in them. That might be too light though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 25 December 2013, 22:21:21
QFR with greeeeeeeeens

I think that they're too stiff, so I'm gonna put 45g (That's all I have on hand) springs in them. That might be too light though.

but then its just a qfr with ghetto blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Wed, 25 December 2013, 22:33:15
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


That is f**king beautiful!
IKR, 4x larger letters and numbers with high contrast colors! :D

Where can I get a set?! The other board is pretty as well, I hardly noticed it the first time ;)

Oh, I'm using my HHKB JP, effin love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: audioave10 on Thu, 26 December 2013, 10:58:44
I use a Cherry G80-3000 with Blues. Its not a heavy build quality, but it still works well and is comfortable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 26 December 2013, 11:01:33
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


That is f**king beautiful!
IKR, 4x larger letters and numbers with high contrast colors! :D

Where can I get a set?! The other board is pretty as well, I hardly noticed it the first time ;)

Oh, I'm using my HHKB JP, effin love it!
You can't get a set :P It's an EZ EYES rubber dome keyboard my friend got for me as a gag gift, he told me it was a ducky shine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Thu, 26 December 2013, 11:05:53
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


That is f**king beautiful!
IKR, 4x larger letters and numbers with high contrast colors! :D

Where can I get a set?! The other board is pretty as well, I hardly noticed it the first time ;)

Oh, I'm using my HHKB JP, effin love it!
You can't get a set :P It's an EZ EYES rubber dome keyboard my friend got for me as a gag gift, he told me it was a ducky shine.

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=26
(http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/images/products/large_26_KB-DS-BF-I-113_A.jpg)
Close enough, right? :P It's actually mechanical too! haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snigeln on Thu, 26 December 2013, 11:25:42
My weapon of choice.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NIoDl7T.jpg)


That is f**king beautiful!
IKR, 4x larger letters and numbers with high contrast colors! :D

Where can I get a set?! The other board is pretty as well, I hardly noticed it the first time ;)

Oh, I'm using my HHKB JP, effin love it!
You can't get a set :P It's an EZ EYES rubber dome keyboard my friend got for me as a gag gift, he told me it was a ducky shine.

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=26
Show Image
(http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/images/products/large_26_KB-DS-BF-I-113_A.jpg)

Close enough, right? :P It's actually mechanical too! haha.

Haha, that actually looks kinda nice, the yellow one was more "I want one because it's so ugly"-nice

Would be good for old people, I guess :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Mon, 30 December 2013, 10:13:23
QFR with greeeeeeeeens

I think that they're too stiff, so I'm gonna put 45g (That's all I have on hand) springs in them. That might be too light though.

That's dumb.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moonexe on Mon, 30 December 2013, 11:38:37
That's dumb.
That's sweet. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: adion227 on Mon, 30 December 2013, 16:44:55
Now using a ducky shine 3 blue switches and loving it so far. Switched from a QFR red switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jabar on Mon, 30 December 2013, 18:39:11
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Mon, 30 December 2013, 19:10:09
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moonexe on Tue, 31 December 2013, 10:12:06
This thing with my iPad... At least it does a better job than the on-screen keyboard. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nixietube on Tue, 31 December 2013, 12:39:20
my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Tue, 31 December 2013, 12:44:37
my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)


That wrist wrest is awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 31 December 2013, 12:46:37
my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)


That wrist wrest is awesome.


Is it a wrist wrest or a wrist pillow? Haha! Just joking.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nixietube on Tue, 31 December 2013, 12:58:50
my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)


That wrist wrest is awesome.

my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)


That wrist wrest is awesome.


Is it a wrist wrest or a wrist pillow? Haha! Just joking.

you can make a wrist rest like that really quick with some stuff that almost every one has at home.
http://imgur.com/a/lgb2b
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blusey on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:25:13
Ducky Shine 2 TKL, MX Blues. Got it from another GHer at i-Series in the UK, still no idea who he is though :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DarkIrish on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:26:48
my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)

Where does one get those cherry stickers from?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:33:42
Using my filco, this is pretty much my daily keyboard. I give the vortex case a 8.5 out of 10, it has some flaws but nothing that wasn't a big problem.
(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1816157/)
Mini review because why not:
The only cons were I needed to remove the plastic LED standoffs and just straight solder the leds to get the top piece to fit, there is some very slight signs of CNC milling near the esc key and a tiny inconsistency in the anodizing near the spacebar(both of which are only visible from under 3 inches away I would say). Design wise I think its great, the stock angle without the feet is perfect for me, only downside to their design is the somewhat large gap between the top on bottom case but it doesn't bother me one bit.

Overall it's great, if I was okay with a grey color I would probably just bought a KMAC but the thought (and cost) of getting a KMAC and then hunting down a place to reanodize it blue wasn't the most fun sounding thing to me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nixietube on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:35:09
my poker II with blues and vintage dye sub keycaps. the moogle kit is in the mail
shout out to feng for the nice ds esc key and the cherry sticker.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6oKJRb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BXe5iah.jpg)

Where does one get those cherry stickers from?

geek_feng sells them on ebay.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wildcard on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:40:52
My dream board is almost done. It's a custom Topre I've been working on for almost 3 years and it's full of win. Pictures to follow soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:42:16
My dream board is almost done. It's a custom Topre I've been working on for almost 3 years and it's full of win. Pictures to follow soon.

Oh boy oh boy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wildcard on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:47:34
My dream board is almost done. It's a custom Topre I've been working on for almost 3 years and it's full of win. Pictures to follow soon.

Oh boy oh boy

I feel bad that I still have other "responsibilities" I have to finish up before I start posting this stuff. Gotta get my priorities in line.

Regarding the Topre board, I've learned quite a bit about several of the boards construction in the process. You really have to admire how well the Realforce TKL's were built.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 31 December 2013, 13:50:18
Using my filco, this is pretty much my daily keyboard. I give the vortex case a 8.5 out of 10, it has some flaws but nothing that wasn't a big problem.
Show Image
(http://www.overclock.net/content/type/61/id/1816157/)

Mini review because why not:
The only cons were I needed to remove the plastic LED standoffs and just straight solder the leds to get the top piece to fit, there is some very slight signs of CNC milling near the esc key and a tiny inconsistency in the anodizing near the spacebar(both of which are only visible from under 3 inches away I would say). Design wise I think its great, the stock angle without the feet is perfect for me, only downside to their design is the somewhat large gap between the top on bottom case but it doesn't bother me one bit.

Overall it's great, if I was okay with a grey color I would probably just bought a KMAC but the thought (and cost) of getting a KMAC and then hunting down a place to reanodize it blue wasn't the most fun sounding thing to me.

I think it looks amazing! I absolutely love the color! I would grab one for the looks but the small drawbacks you mentioned would kill me inside slowly :( looks great tho.

My dream board is almost done. It's a custom Topre I've been working on for almost 3 years and it's full of win. Pictures to follow soon.

O_o wut dis. I shall look forward to this with great anticipation!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nixietube on Tue, 31 December 2013, 14:00:27
My dream board is almost done. It's a custom Topre I've been working on for almost 3 years and it's full of win. Pictures to follow soon.

Oh boy oh boy

(http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130217042649/victorious/images/2/23/Oh-boy.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Tue, 31 December 2013, 14:40:38
cooler master qfr with ghetto greens i got from hpe1000

he did a great job............tight, awesome board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Stevenator21 on Tue, 31 December 2013, 16:54:49
Ducky Shine 3 White LEDs + Cherry MX Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ewanhen on Tue, 31 December 2013, 18:07:35
Realforce 88ub 45g
Black on Charcoal colour.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terran5992 on Tue, 31 December 2013, 19:56:13
Realforce 88ub 45g
Black on Charcoal colour.

Hooray another topre fan
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jabar on Tue, 31 December 2013, 21:29:48
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: geogga on Wed, 01 January 2014, 18:30:32
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Thu, 02 January 2014, 08:18:49
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.


Clears are very tactile and not clicky.  Kind of like MX Green without the click, or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring.  If you have some Blacks and Browns you can make kind of like a ghetto Clear.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Thu, 02 January 2014, 08:39:24
More
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.

Clears are very tactile and not clicky.  Kind of like MX Green without the click, or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring.  If you have some Blacks and Browns you can make kind of like a ghetto Clear.

I don't particularly agree with this. Since the clear stem is different, what you'd really just be making is a heavy brown. I've actually heard that the heavier the spring, the less pronounced the tactile bump, so I think heavy browns would feel quite bad. Almost linear, but scratchy at one point during the keypress.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Thu, 02 January 2014, 08:59:45
More
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.

Clears are very tactile and not clicky.  Kind of like MX Green without the click, or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring.  If you have some Blacks and Browns you can make kind of like a ghetto Clear.

I don't particularly agree with this. Since the clear stem is different, what you'd really just be making is a heavy brown. I've actually heard that the heavier the spring, the less pronounced the tactile bump, so I think heavy browns would feel quite bad. Almost linear, but scratchy at one point during the keypress.

That's why I said kind of.  I also said that Clears have more tactility than Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 02 January 2014, 11:55:30
I put a clear spring and an 80g spring in a brown switch, neither made the bump more pronounced.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Thu, 02 January 2014, 11:58:52
More
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.

Clears are very tactile and not clicky.  Kind of like MX Green without the click, or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring.  If you have some Blacks and Browns you can make kind of like a ghetto Clear.

I don't particularly agree with this. Since the clear stem is different, what you'd really just be making is a heavy brown. I've actually heard that the heavier the spring, the less pronounced the tactile bump, so I think heavy browns would feel quite bad. Almost linear, but scratchy at one point during the keypress.

I put a clear spring and an 80g spring in a brown switch, neither made the bump more pronounced.
" or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: M-88 on Thu, 02 January 2014, 12:01:51
Brought one of my compaq trackball keyboards to work.

Been typing on it quietly so my cubemates do not complain about it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Thu, 02 January 2014, 13:06:56
Using a Shine 3 TKL MX blue with Ducky PBT sideprint keycaps :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 03 January 2014, 01:59:50
Ducky Shine TKL Yellow Edition, much yellow, very shine, such MX black :)

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 03 January 2014, 09:24:26
Matias Quite Pro....and I like it....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: catbuster on Fri, 03 January 2014, 09:26:05
Poker 2 with reds :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Fri, 03 January 2014, 13:10:43
orbitouch lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Fri, 03 January 2014, 13:34:33
Poker II with Browns. Such a sexy and comfortable little board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Sat, 04 January 2014, 15:17:53
Matias Quite Pro....and I like it....
it's not quite pro i'd say.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 04 January 2014, 20:23:08
Matias Quite Pro....and I like it....
it's not quite pro i'd say.

Yeah its not much fur spelling either and it double spaces randomly.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Sat, 04 January 2014, 20:27:27
Matias Quite Pro....and I like it....
it's not quite pro i'd say.

Yeah its not much fur spelling either and it double spaces randomly.

He was referring to your typo :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sat, 04 January 2014, 20:28:12
Matias Quite Pro....and I like it....
it's not quite pro i'd say.

Yeah its not much fur spelling either and it double spaces randomly.

He was referring to your typo :P

*whoosh*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sat, 04 January 2014, 20:28:54
Using a g80-11900 with a broken trackpad with 62g clears and blacks. Left side is clears, right side are blacks. Its helping me not bottom out, but I will do full clear mod when I get some stickers
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 04 January 2014, 20:32:07
the god keyboard, hhkb pro2.

all hail topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ricercar on Sat, 04 January 2014, 21:40:23
Kinesis Evolution. Complicated white ALPs. Very clickey.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 05 January 2014, 04:41:50
Matias Quite Pro....and I like it....
it's not quite pro i'd say.

Yeah its not much fur spelling either and it double spaces randomly.

He was referring to your typo :P

Hence the sarcasm...and intentional misspelling in my reply......:-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 05 January 2014, 04:46:05
Le banana Ducky
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Sun, 05 January 2014, 05:54:29
More
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.

Clears are very tactile and not clicky.  Kind of like MX Green without the click, or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring.  If you have some Blacks and Browns you can make kind of like a ghetto Clear.

I don't particularly agree with this. Since the clear stem is different, what you'd really just be making is a heavy brown. I've actually heard that the heavier the spring, the less pronounced the tactile bump, so I think heavy browns would feel quite bad. Almost linear, but scratchy at one point during the keypress.

That's why I said kind of.  I also said that Clears have more tactility than Browns.
I can't feel tactile on that,i think Rubber dome still good
What alps tactile better than MX tactile? intersted matias

Kinesis Evolution. Complicated white ALPs. Very clickey.
I like the positions
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=33196.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moonexe on Sun, 05 January 2014, 06:14:08
I can't feel tactile on that,i think Rubber dome still good
What alps tactile better than MX tactile? intersted matias
Is this English? :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Sun, 05 January 2014, 06:25:07
I can't feel tactile on that,i think Rubber dome still good
What alps tactile better than MX tactile? intersted matias
Is this English? :eek:
AE (American English)
BE (Brtish English)
YE (Yasuo English) ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Sun, 05 January 2014, 11:25:38
 :)) :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nixietube on Mon, 06 January 2014, 09:23:41
My moogle arrived today and it looks great!

(http://i.imgur.com/LBiv7pk.jpg)

here are a few more pictures: http://imgur.com/a/09fUD (http://imgur.com/a/09fUD)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Mon, 06 January 2014, 10:20:42
More
that
Been using my Max Keyboard Nighthawk X8, MX Browns, Purple LEDs with a custom white painted top. Probably my favorite, consistent keyboard.

You like browns more than ergo clears? :eek:
I don't use my ergo clear board because it was shipped with a broken ESC switch. Didn't get a response from the shipper to fix it and haven't followed up since.

That's a shame...What's so special about clears and ergo clears?
I heard that the WASD code was quickly sold out in clears because it was so rare or something? Like what are clears similar to?

Currently using a DS3 YOTS in blues...looking to get a RF 87U 55G, I hope that it's a bit more heavy in force required than blues.

Clears are very tactile and not clicky.  Kind of like MX Green without the click, or MX Browns with more tactility and a heavier spring.  If you have some Blacks and Browns you can make kind of like a ghetto Clear.

I don't particularly agree with this. Since the clear stem is different, what you'd really just be making is a heavy brown. I've actually heard that the heavier the spring, the less pronounced the tactile bump, so I think heavy browns would feel quite bad. Almost linear, but scratchy at one point during the keypress.

That's why I said kind of.  I also said that Clears have more tactility than Browns.
I can't feel tactile on that,i think Rubber dome still good
What alps tactile better than MX tactile? intersted matias

Kinesis Evolution. Complicated white ALPs. Very clickey.
I like the positions
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=33196.0

Haven't tried Matias but ACER Black switches are fantastic, tactile and clicky and oh so satisfying.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yiajiipamu on Mon, 06 January 2014, 15:00:14
Filco Majestouch 1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 06 January 2014, 22:17:39
Filco Majestouch 1

Welcome to Geekhack!

Any custom keycaps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 07 January 2014, 08:18:00
Filco Majestouch 1

Yeah show us the board bro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 10 January 2014, 04:45:34
Right now, I'm using the first mechanical keyboard I ever bought (first one I used was Model M when I was a wee lad). Ducky DK9008 with Blues (sky blue) w/ stock caps except the red ones. It came with a Cherry MX Black spacebar, but I modded it into Greens, and now Blues. Bought it back in 2011, it looked awesome then, and it still looks awesome now. I'll never let this one go, as it holds a special place in my heart, and it's still super fun to type on... when I type on it, which is almost never anymore :P

Another reason I won't sell it is because this is by far the best feeling Cherry MX Blue keyboard I've ever owned/used, and I've owned/tried many blues keyboards (Filco, Das, Leopold, CM QFR, XArmour, Razer, Ducky Shine II). I don't know if it's because of the older "sky blue" switches, or if it's just the construction of this keyboard, but it definitely has the most pronounced and crisp tactile click out of all the boards I've tried. Every switch is clicking perfectly and going strong.

(http://i.imgur.com/g0iF73X.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/wpS54Hx.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/IzrJNsz.jpg)

NOT MY PICTURE but it shows the LED on, which I couldn't be bothered taking pictures of:

(http://xahlee.info/kbd/imk/ducky_keyboard_DK9008.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Fri, 10 January 2014, 05:17:06
(:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 10 January 2014, 16:57:11
Right now, I'm using the first mechanical keyboard I ever bought (first one I used was Model M when I was a wee lad). Ducky DK9008 with Blues (sky blue) w/ stock caps except the red ones. It came with a Cherry MX Black spacebar, but I modded it into Greens, and now Blues. Bought it back in 2011, it looked awesome then, and it still looks awesome now. I'll never let this one go, as it holds a special place in my heart, and it's still super fun to type on... when I type on it, which is almost never anymore :P

Another reason I won't sell it is because this is by far the best feeling Cherry MX Blue keyboard I've ever owned/used, and I've owned/tried many blues keyboards (Filco, Das, Leopold, CM QFR, XArmour, Razer, Ducky Shine II). I don't know if it's because of the older "sky blue" switches, or if it's just the construction of this keyboard, but it definitely has the most pronounced and crisp tactile click out of all the boards I've tried. Every switch is clicking perfectly and going strong.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/g0iF73X.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wpS54Hx.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/IzrJNsz.jpg)


NOT MY PICTURE but it shows the LED on, which I couldn't be bothered taking pictures of:

Show Image
(http://xahlee.info/kbd/imk/ducky_keyboard_DK9008.jpg)


Very nice Ducky.

My first modern mech is also a Ducky - Shine MX blue red LED.  It doesn't get much use these days, but when I do use it I am still surprised at the quality.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Fri, 10 January 2014, 18:38:41
The worst most filthy HP rubber dome board you have ever seen. Never forget to bring your own keyboard to work!! Lesson learned.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/yzebunyn.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/e5a2esa7.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 10 January 2014, 18:55:52
The worst most filthy HP rubber dome board you have ever seen. Never forget to bring your own keyboard to work!! Lesson learned.
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/yzebunyn.jpg)
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/e5a2esa7.jpg)


For health and safety reasons you should be able to get away with disassembling it and giving it a good clean.

Shouldn't take more than half the day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AKIMbO on Fri, 10 January 2014, 19:00:17
I rebuilt my blue ALPs Kingsaver...so that's what I'm using. 

(http://i42.tinypic.com/11tsawz.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 10 January 2014, 19:06:42
Very nice Ducky.

My first modern mech is also a Ducky - Shine MX blue red LED.  It doesn't get much use these days, but when I do use it I am still surprised at the quality.

:D thankies! Yeah, Ducky's are great! I'm so glad I started with mine.

I rebuilt my blue ALPs Kingsaver...so that's what I'm using. 

Show Image
(http://i42.tinypic.com/11tsawz.jpg)


So good. I have yet to try ALPS. I really need to get my hands on one sometime... I think they sound absolutely amazing. I'd love to try a non-clicky tactile one. Need to look for a cheap one, to test, in the future.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Fri, 10 January 2014, 19:07:11
The worst most filthy HP rubber dome board you have ever seen. Never forget to bring your own keyboard to work!! Lesson learned.
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/yzebunyn.jpg)
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/e5a2esa7.jpg)


For health and safety reasons you should be able to get away with disassembling it and giving it a good clean.

Shouldn't take more than half the day.
Honestly, I don't want to touch the thing. I won't forget mine tomorrow. Am I crazy for wearing these?(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/nysypany.jpg)
Luckily I only need to type a few minutes at the end of my shift.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sat, 11 January 2014, 03:20:44
The worst most filthy HP rubber dome board you have ever seen. Never forget to bring your own keyboard to work!! Lesson learned.
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/yzebunyn.jpg)
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/e5a2esa7.jpg)


For health and safety reasons you should be able to get away with disassembling it and giving it a good clean.

Shouldn't take more than half the day.
Honestly, I don't want to touch the thing. I won't forget mine tomorrow. Am I crazy for wearing these?
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/nysypany.jpg)

Luckily I only need to type a few minutes at the end of my shift.

No you aren't crazy. We have the exact same keyboards at my workplace too. One of the guys sheds skin like it's snowing outside, so I brough in my BW within a week of working here. Then I ordered a WASD specifically for work so I don't annoy people with my MX Blues. Gonna carry that **** around with me everywhere.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Sat, 11 January 2014, 05:21:31
I had a co-worker on a different shift than me who uses the same keyboard as I pictured above ask "why do you bring your own keyboard to work" with a puzzled look on his face. Just look at what your typing on! Do you really think it's so odd? We don't even have running water in the little trailer we are in so I'm stuck with hand sanitizers. There's no way I'm using that keyboard then eating my lunch. So yea, I bring my own keyboard to work. You definitely should too Mr. Co-worker.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clickclack123 on Sat, 18 January 2014, 22:29:34
I had a co-worker on a different shift than me who uses the same keyboard as I pictured above ask "why do you bring your own keyboard to work" with a puzzled look on his face. Just look at what your typing on! Do you really think it's so odd? We don't even have running water in the little trailer we are in so I'm stuck with hand sanitizers. There's no way I'm using that keyboard then eating my lunch. So yea, I bring my own keyboard to work. You definitely should too Mr. Co-worker.

We use the exact same horrible hp membrane keyboards at my work. I can't believe how dirty people let them get. And I'll just say that this is a workplace that should be very clean. It's like people have an aversion to thinking about keyboards/computers. They just think, "I don't know how that works, so I'll just ignore it completely". Meanwhile my job forces me to have to touch their filthy keyboards. Then I go wash my hands. Luckily there is running water and ample cleaning products where I am.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 19 January 2014, 12:13:45
I just got a new keyboard at work (Lenovo RD) which replaced my HP RD.

I like it a lot - probably the best mass produced rubber dome I've tried.  It's very quiet and comfortable.  That being said, we do have several different Lenovo models and the one in my sig is definitely the most silent and easy to press out of all of them.

At home I'm still typing on a Lenovo chiclet built into a laptop.

I'm officially done with Cherry MX and Alps.  I'll buy a Unicomp buckling spring SSK if it ever surfaces but other than that I'm done with that also.

I've discovered that for me personally Sound (or lack thereof) > Profile > Switch mechanism.  I prefer a stealthy silent keyboard with low profile keycaps.  As long as those two criteria are met I can withstand a lot.

So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent - but will hold off purchasing it until I get a chance to try out the CM Storm NovaTouch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Sun, 19 January 2014, 13:13:45

I just got a new keyboard at work (Lenovo RD) which replaced my HP RD.

I like it a lot - probably the best mass produced rubber dome I've tried.  It's very quiet and comfortable.  That being said, we do have several different Lenovo models and the one in my sig is definitely the most silent and easy to press out of all of them.

At home I'm still typing on a Lenovo chiclet built into a laptop.

I'm officially done with Cherry MX and Alps.  I'll buy a Unicomp buckling spring SSK if it ever surfaces but other than that I'm done with that also.

I've discovered that for me personally Sound (or lack thereof) > Profile > Switch mechanism.  I prefer a stealthy silent keyboard with low profile keycaps.  As long as those two criteria are met I can withstand a lot.

So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent - but will hold off purchasing it until I get a chance to try out the CM Storm NovaTouch.
The other office I use from time to time has a Lenovo also. As far as rubber domes go it's ok. If I was forced to use rubber domes I would prefer it over other I have tried. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/20/ydaqesuh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 19 January 2014, 13:18:48
Typing on my Filco Majestouch 2 with Blues now, needed an escape from Topre Heaven for a bit! I love swapping through my keyboards, keeps 'em fresh!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 19 January 2014, 13:21:06
The worst most filthy HP rubber dome board you have ever seen. Never forget to bring your own keyboard to work!! Lesson learned.
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/yzebunyn.jpg)
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/e5a2esa7.jpg)


Yuck! That's disgusting.   :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Sun, 19 January 2014, 13:22:02
Hell yea it is!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:03:37
My filco, I took the classic beige keycaps off of it because they are going on my custom board I have decided. Looks aggressive now :P

It's a bit dirty though, needs cleaned soon I guess.

(http://i.imgur.com/P54B9xp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:04:15
My filco, I took the classic beige keycaps off of it because they are going on my custom board I have decided. Looks aggressive now :P

It's a bit dirty though, needs cleaned soon I guess.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P54B9xp.jpg)


What color paint is that s
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:07:00
My filco, I took the classic beige keycaps off of it because they are going on my custom board I have decided. Looks aggressive now :P

It's a bit dirty though, needs cleaned soon I guess.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P54B9xp.jpg)


What color paint is that s
It's the blue aluminum vortex case actually, the color is outstanding. I didn't think I would like it as much as I do.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:08:23
My filco, I took the classic beige keycaps off of it because they are going on my custom board I have decided. Looks aggressive now :P

It's a bit dirty though, needs cleaned soon I guess.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P54B9xp.jpg)


What color paint is that s
It's the blue aluminum vortex case actually, the color is outstanding. I didn't think I would like it as much as I do.

Where did you get that? Its sexy af
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:10:21
iPad on screen  keyboard. In the living room watching niner game.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:16:06
My filco, I took the classic beige keycaps off of it because they are going on my custom board I have decided. Looks aggressive now :P

It's a bit dirty though, needs cleaned soon I guess.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P54B9xp.jpg)


What color paint is that s
It's the blue aluminum vortex case actually, the color is outstanding. I didn't think I would like it as much as I do.

Where did you get that? Its sexy af
Mechanicalkeyboards.com

The cases themselves are very hit or miss, quality isn't the best for most people. Scratches aren't all that rare, sometimes they don't line up, etc. Mine doesn't have many flaws. Tiny little spot by the spacebar that is a shade lighter and small milling marks by the esc key that are visible only from under 2-3 inches away. Other than that I don't think mine has any flaws. Only other thing worth mentioning is a decent size "gap" between the bottom and top. Which seems to be by design, for whatever reason.
More
(http://i.imgur.com/GNW0Nzx.jpg)

I also had to desolder the leds and take the plastic riser off of them then resolder because the case wouldn't close with them on it lol.

It isn't the best aluminum case out there, the price shows that, but for a stock case upgrade, it is simply amazing. The keyboard weighs 4.4 pounds now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 19 January 2014, 17:24:08
My filco, I took the classic beige keycaps off of it because they are going on my custom board I have decided. Looks aggressive now :P

It's a bit dirty though, needs cleaned soon I guess.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P54B9xp.jpg)


What color paint is that s
It's the blue aluminum vortex case actually, the color is outstanding. I didn't think I would like it as much as I do.

Where did you get that? Its sexy af
Mechanicalkeyboards.com

The cases themselves are very hit or miss, quality isn't the best for most people. Scratches aren't all that rare, sometimes they don't line up, etc. Mine doesn't have many flaws. Tiny little spot by the spacebar that is a shade lighter and small milling marks by the esc key that are visible only from under 2-3 inches away. Other than that I don't think mine has any flaws. Only other thing worth mentioning is a decent size "gap" between the bottom and top. Which seems to be by design, for whatever reason.
More
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/GNW0Nzx.jpg)

I also had to desolder the leds and take the plastic riser off of them then resolder because the case wouldn't close with them on it lol.

It isn't the best aluminum case out there, the price shows that, but for a stock case upgrade, it is simply amazing. The keyboard weighs 4.4 pounds now.

Thanks for the help!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Sun, 19 January 2014, 20:32:41
The color looks beautiful and I am currently looking for options for my phantom. Unfortunately I don't want gaps, scratches or any flaws so I'm going steer clear of vortex. It sounds like you got lucky with the flaws you have and you're not the first person I have heard of with issues. It's too bad because the color is so beautiful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sun, 19 January 2014, 21:42:52
Poker X . Clears Lubed. Aluminum Case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 20 January 2014, 03:10:41

I just got a new keyboard at work (Lenovo RD) which replaced my HP RD.

I like it a lot - probably the best mass produced rubber dome I've tried.  It's very quiet and comfortable.  That being said, we do have several different Lenovo models and the one in my sig is definitely the most silent and easy to press out of all of them.

At home I'm still typing on a Lenovo chiclet built into a laptop.

I'm officially done with Cherry MX and Alps.  I'll buy a Unicomp buckling spring SSK if it ever surfaces but other than that I'm done with that also.

I've discovered that for me personally Sound (or lack thereof) > Profile > Switch mechanism.  I prefer a stealthy silent keyboard with low profile keycaps.  As long as those two criteria are met I can withstand a lot.

So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent - but will hold off purchasing it until I get a chance to try out the CM Storm NovaTouch.
The other office I use from time to time has a Lenovo also. As far as rubber domes go it's ok. If I was forced to use rubber domes I would prefer it over other I have tried.
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/20/ydaqesuh.jpg)


I have a couple of keyboards just like these, but with IBM badges.  One is NIB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kilogeek on Mon, 20 January 2014, 04:03:57
just received a Compaq 11800 (MX Brown), never used, in its original package, for 10 euro + national shipping, good deal no ?

I read that someone got one from 1986 ??? Sounds strange as this looks like recent design, no windows keys but Euro symbol.

I hated MX black but I love brown feeling. This compaq is made in germany (by Cherry I guess, the caps lock symbol is cherry signature), and plastic and keycap quality is not as goos as what you can find on old keyboards, but typing is awesome, quite light so if there is a plate I don't think it's metal, this makes it a bit more noisy than if switches were fixed on a metal plate. I have no problem with noise^^  The thing I like with this one is that space or enter keys feel different to other keys, there must be some king of rubber pad under the keycaps to absorb shocks.

The layout is not classic but close enough to classic so you are not lost, left alt, ctrl and shift are not far from each other and I love that. Also the pause key is alone, nice idea as I use it to hibernate my PC :)

I also like the size factor, not too small, not too big, the trackball don't take too much space if you don't use it.

Well, for 10 euro it's a good deal IMO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 20 January 2014, 04:05:09
just received a Compaq 11800 (MX Brown), never used, in its original package, for 10 euro + national shipping, good deal no ?

I read that someone got one from 1986 ??? Sounds strange as this looks like recent design, no windows keys but Euro symbol.

I hated MX black but I love brown feeling. This compaq is made in germany (by Cherry I guess, the caps lock symbol is cherry signature), and plastic and keycap quality is not as goos as what you can find on old keyboards, but typing is awesome, quite light so if there is a plate I don't think it's metal, this makes it a bit more noisy than if switches were fixed on a metal plate. I have no problem with noise^^  The thing I like with this one is that space or enter keys feel different to other keys, there must be some king of rubber pad under the keycaps to absorb shocks.

The layout is not classic but close enough to classic so you are not lost, left alt, ctrl and shift are not far from each other and I love that. Also the pause key is alone, nice idea as I use it to hibernate my PC :)

I also like the size factor, not too small, not too big, the trackball don't take too much space if you don't use it.

Well, for 10 euro it's a good deal IMO.

whoa sweet NIB? Where'd you get it? I want a trackball cherry board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kilogeek on Mon, 20 January 2014, 04:28:37
just received a Compaq 11800 (MX Brown), never used, in its original package, for 10 euro + national shipping, good deal no ?

I read that someone got one from 1986 ??? Sounds strange as this looks like recent design, no windows keys but Euro symbol.

I hated MX black but I love brown feeling. This compaq is made in germany (by Cherry I guess, the caps lock symbol is cherry signature), and plastic and keycap quality is not as goos as what you can find on old keyboards, but typing is awesome, quite light so if there is a plate I don't think it's metal, this makes it a bit more noisy than if switches were fixed on a metal plate. I have no problem with noise^^  The thing I like with this one is that space or enter keys feel different to other keys, there must be some king of rubber pad under the keycaps to absorb shocks.

The layout is not classic but close enough to classic so you are not lost, left alt, ctrl and shift are not far from each other and I love that. Also the pause key is alone, nice idea as I use it to hibernate my PC :)

I also like the size factor, not too small, not too big, the trackball don't take too much space if you don't use it.

Well, for 10 euro it's a good deal IMO.

whoa sweet NIB? Where'd you get it? I want a trackball cherry board

A guy from Paris area was selling that on the web, but these are AZERTY layouts FYI (I use azerty), and it's not so easy to replace AZERTY by QWERTY as not only lettering differs, physical layout is not the same too :

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As you see, it's brand new, I think this guy works in an IT company and got KBs sold with rack mounted servers.

new : just looked the packaging, all seems dated 1997, but this keyboard has never been used, not a single trace of dust on the plate under the keys and plastic is bright white. Even the package looks new, probably stocked in a locker for years :)

When it comes to coding, QWERTY is much better, azerty sucks, but writing in french with a qwerty is almost impossible (even the common fr azerty lacks crucial keys)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: stonejoint on Mon, 20 January 2014, 04:40:36
Poker 2 browns at work.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Mon, 20 January 2014, 11:11:53

I just got a new keyboard at work (Lenovo RD) which replaced my HP RD.

I like it a lot - probably the best mass produced rubber dome I've tried.  It's very quiet and comfortable.  That being said, we do have several different Lenovo models and the one in my sig is definitely the most silent and easy to press out of all of them.

At home I'm still typing on a Lenovo chiclet built into a laptop.

I'm officially done with Cherry MX and Alps.  I'll buy a Unicomp buckling spring SSK if it ever surfaces but other than that I'm done with that also.

I've discovered that for me personally Sound (or lack thereof) > Profile > Switch mechanism.  I prefer a stealthy silent keyboard with low profile keycaps.  As long as those two criteria are met I can withstand a lot.

So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent - but will hold off purchasing it until I get a chance to try out the CM Storm NovaTouch.
The other office I use from time to time has a Lenovo also. As far as rubber domes go it's ok. If I was forced to use rubber domes I would prefer it over other I have tried.
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good luck with the legends............they will not be there long hombre

have the same lenovo kb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 20 January 2014, 12:24:55
just received a Compaq 11800 (MX Brown), never used, in its original package, for 10 euro + national shipping, good deal no ?

I read that someone got one from 1986 ??? Sounds strange as this looks like recent design, no windows keys but Euro symbol.

I hated MX black but I love brown feeling. This compaq is made in germany (by Cherry I guess, the caps lock symbol is cherry signature), and plastic and keycap quality is not as goos as what you can find on old keyboards, but typing is awesome, quite light so if there is a plate I don't think it's metal, this makes it a bit more noisy than if switches were fixed on a metal plate. I have no problem with noise^^  The thing I like with this one is that space or enter keys feel different to other keys, there must be some king of rubber pad under the keycaps to absorb shocks.

The layout is not classic but close enough to classic so you are not lost, left alt, ctrl and shift are not far from each other and I love that. Also the pause key is alone, nice idea as I use it to hibernate my PC :)

I also like the size factor, not too small, not too big, the trackball don't take too much space if you don't use it.

Well, for 10 euro it's a good deal IMO.

whoa sweet NIB? Where'd you get it? I want a trackball cherry board

A guy from Paris area was selling that on the web, but these are AZERTY layouts FYI (I use azerty), and it's not so easy to replace AZERTY by QWERTY as not only lettering differs, physical layout is not the same too :

(Attachment Link)

As you see, it's brand new, I think this guy works in an IT company and got KBs sold with rack mounted servers.

new : just looked the packaging, all seems dated 1997, but this keyboard has never been used, not a single trace of dust on the plate under the keys and plastic is bright white. Even the package looks new, probably stocked in a locker for years :)

When it comes to coding, QWERTY is much better, azerty sucks, but writing in french with a qwerty is almost impossible (even the common fr azerty lacks crucial keys)

That's sweet. I have a 11900, which is the same board but has a trackpad instead of a ball. Really want to try out the ball one day tho
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kilogeek on Mon, 20 January 2014, 13:42:15
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: YoungMichael88 on Mon, 20 January 2014, 14:31:02


I just got a new keyboard at work (Lenovo RD) which replaced my HP RD.

I like it a lot - probably the best mass produced rubber dome I've tried.  It's very quiet and comfortable.  That being said, we do have several different Lenovo models and the one in my sig is definitely the most silent and easy to press out of all of them.

At home I'm still typing on a Lenovo chiclet built into a laptop.

I'm officially done with Cherry MX and Alps.  I'll buy a Unicomp buckling spring SSK if it ever surfaces but other than that I'm done with that also.

I've discovered that for me personally Sound (or lack thereof) > Profile > Switch mechanism.  I prefer a stealthy silent keyboard with low profile keycaps.  As long as those two criteria are met I can withstand a lot.

So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent - but will hold off purchasing it until I get a chance to try out the CM Storm NovaTouch.
The other office I use from time to time has a Lenovo also. As far as rubber domes go it's ok. If I was forced to use rubber domes I would prefer it over other I have tried.
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good luck with the legends............they will not be there long hombre

have the same lenovo kb
Yea, this is the second one so far. The first one could blind you with the key shine. The legends, tho still there, were very very faded.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Mon, 20 January 2014, 16:18:34
So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent
you'd better save you some pennies by buying a realforce 87u and doing a dental mod.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Mon, 20 January 2014, 16:39:03
Currently using my Blackwidow Tournament Edition after a few months of it being on the shelf. I missed the blues so here we are.. click click clackity click.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Mon, 20 January 2014, 16:46:37
So currently saving my pennies for a Realforce 87U Silent
you'd better save you some pennies by buying a realforce 87u and doing a dental mod.

ditto, then you can get all 45 or 55 too!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr. C on Tue, 21 January 2014, 16:20:50
I'm currently using my IBM model M SSK. I've owned for years but seldom used it.   
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fragil1ty on Tue, 21 January 2014, 16:47:01
Alternating between my Noppoo Choc mini and my Filco TKL (both red switches).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 21 January 2014, 17:04:38
The past few days, I've been going back and forth between my HHKB, RF 55g, and Filco with 62g Ergo Clears... My brain is hurting but my fingers are purring.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 21 January 2014, 17:08:03
G80-11900, 1/2 of alphas and mods are ergo clears, other half is stock black. Likin it so far, but when stickers come, alphas will be 100% clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Tue, 21 January 2014, 17:18:29
The past few days, I've been going back and forth between my HHKB, RF 55g, and Filco with 62g Ergo Clears... My brain is hurting but my fingers are purring.

lolol nice. I can't wait until my clears are worn in enough for me to lube 'em and swap out the springs. Using them now is kind of icky (especially compared to vintage blacks--but unfortunately that board has switch chattering...lol).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 21 January 2014, 17:25:14
The past few days, I've been going back and forth between my HHKB, RF 55g, and Filco with 62g Ergo Clears... My brain is hurting but my fingers are purring.

lolol nice. I can't wait until my clears are worn in enough for me to lube 'em and swap out the springs. Using them now is kind of icky (especially compared to vintage blacks--but unfortunately that board has switch chattering...lol).

When did it become a thing to wear out switches before you lube and swap springs?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Tue, 21 January 2014, 17:27:43
The past few days, I've been going back and forth between my HHKB, RF 55g, and Filco with 62g Ergo Clears... My brain is hurting but my fingers are purring.

lolol nice. I can't wait until my clears are worn in enough for me to lube 'em and swap out the springs. Using them now is kind of icky (especially compared to vintage blacks--but unfortunately that board has switch chattering...lol).

When did it become a thing to wear out switches before you lube and swap springs?
Idk, everyone says it. I have seen it from 1 week of use all the way to 1 year before lubing. I just lubed my clears the day they showed up, I probably ruined them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 21 January 2014, 17:36:49
The past few days, I've been going back and forth between my HHKB, RF 55g, and Filco with 62g Ergo Clears... My brain is hurting but my fingers are purring.

lolol nice. I can't wait until my clears are worn in enough for me to lube 'em and swap out the springs. Using them now is kind of icky (especially compared to vintage blacks--but unfortunately that board has switch chattering...lol).

When did it become a thing to wear out switches before you lube and swap springs?
Idk, everyone says it. I have seen it from 1 week of use all the way to 1 year before lubing. I just lubed my clears the day they showed up, I probably ruined them.

I did the same thing. But i don't really feel any difference
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Tue, 21 January 2014, 18:22:57
kind of funny.......

this thread-- what keyboard r using now?

seems like if i see somebody asking a question on here or DT about a certain switch, board, etc. and if i have it then i typically go to my cabinet, grab the board and attempt to answer their question

problem is i never put it back and it winds up in my rotation to where i am all over the place

i think i have way too many keyboards and need medical attention
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 21 January 2014, 18:24:57
kind of funny.......

this thread-- what keyboard r using now?

seems like if i see somebody asking a question on here or DT about a certain switch, board, etc. and if i have it then i typically go to my cabinet, grab the board and attempt to answer their question

problem is i never put it back and it winds up in my rotation to where i am all over the place

i think i have way too many keyboards and need medical attention

hey how does rd work?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: patachu on Tue, 21 January 2014, 18:27:09
i'm currently on my t61p, and on the desktop, that C1405B which is surprisingly comfy and silent (http://geekhack.org/profile_pictures/34004_1390345685.jpg) but i got some projects for my Model M...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KangarooZombies on Tue, 21 January 2014, 18:31:11
i'm currently on my t61p, and on the desktop, that C1405B which is surprisingly comfy and silent
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but i got some projects for my Model M...

i dig it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Tue, 21 January 2014, 18:32:15
kind of funny.......

this thread-- what keyboard r using now?

seems like if i see somebody asking a question on here or DT about a certain switch, board, etc. and if i have it then i typically go to my cabinet, grab the board and attempt to answer their question

problem is i never put it back and it winds up in my rotation to where i am all over the place

i think i have way too many keyboards and need medical attention

hey how does rd work?

help me out here..........

rd-- rubber dome?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Wed, 22 January 2014, 01:04:10
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How you uses the trcakpoint? looks trackpads
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arieswu on Wed, 22 January 2014, 07:50:42
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How you uses the trcakpoint? looks trackpads

use right index finger to push it....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Thu, 23 January 2014, 07:44:19
Cherry G80-5000 HAMDE (big kudos to kint of deskthority forums):
(http://imageshack.us/a/img132/6783/sezz.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Thu, 23 January 2014, 07:46:31
Cherry G80-5000 HAMDE (big kudos to kint of deskthority forums):
Show Image
(http://imageshack.us/a/img132/6783/sezz.jpg)

If only it wasn't for the ISO layout that keyboard would've been the perfect one for me. For how much did you get it if it's not too much to ask?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Thu, 23 January 2014, 07:50:48
Cherry G80-5000 HAMDE (big kudos to kint of deskthority forums):
Show Image
(http://imageshack.us/a/img132/6783/sezz.jpg)

If only it wasn't for the ISO layout that keyboard would've been the perfect one for me. For how much did you get it if it's not too much to ask?

ANSI layout for this keyboard the last I recall fetches a high price, besides my HHKB Pro JP has JIS layout, nothing wrong with having Cherry G80-5000 with DE/ISO layout. My APC Clicker F-21 has big-ass enter layout and the somewhat broken Northgate Omnikey 101 has ANSI layout. viva la difference!


I paid €200 for this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr. C on Thu, 23 January 2014, 11:22:44
I'm currently using my IBM model M SSK. I've owned for years but seldom used it.   

I am supprised at similar in feel (not sound) the SSK is to my Realforce 87U 55g. Anyone else think that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Thu, 23 January 2014, 19:15:51
I'm currently using my IBM model M SSK. I've owned for years but seldom used it.   

I am supprised at similar in feel (not sound) the SSK is to my Realforce 87U 55g. Anyone else think that?

I would be shocked if they were anything near the same. I tried a Model F and the feel was probably the furthest from a Topre (on a HHKB, though) I'd ever tried.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 23 January 2014, 19:23:21
I'm currently using my IBM model M SSK. I've owned for years but seldom used it.   

I am supprised at similar in feel (not sound) the SSK is to my Realforce 87U 55g. Anyone else think that?

Please send me SSK and RealForce so I can make my own comparison.

Naturally this will be a detailed comparison over the corse of many months.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kilogeek on Thu, 23 January 2014, 19:46:17
Using my AT-101 type keyboard (the one on my avatar) with old black complicated ALPS (keyboard was made in Japan in 1988 and the PCB has the ALPS logo on it). Just lubed all switches, it took me several hours but result is awesome, feels even more tanky and if you close your eyes you feel you're using wooden keycaps^^ So I just put back my Compaq g80-11800 in its box :p
I guess these switches, once lubed, shall last even longer than what they're expected to.
Waiting for an UV light to retrObright it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dodzylla on Fri, 24 January 2014, 06:00:30
Roccat ryos MK , Cherry my black :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Fri, 24 January 2014, 08:36:43
Using my AT-101 type keyboard (the one on my avatar) with old black complicated ALPS (keyboard was made in Japan in 1988 and the PCB has the ALPS logo on it). Just lubed all switches, it took me several hours but result is awesome, feels even more tanky and if you close your eyes you feel you're using wooden keycaps^^ So I just put back my Compaq g80-11800 in its box :p
I guess these switches, once lubed, shall last even longer than what they're expected to.
Waiting for an UV light to retrObright it.

Do you not get sun in France?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kilogeek on Fri, 24 January 2014, 12:31:36
yes we have (I'm in the south) but my flat is in a tiny street and windows are north oriented, so in winter it's night all day, and when it's cloudy it's worst, well, it's sunny outside, but won't stand 2 or 3 hours in a park with my keyboard and my furious dog, too risky, lots of psychiatric clinics lack customers here^^

But I'll soon receive a nice "made in Germany" full spectrum light, these have very good customer feedbacks, some people say it's just like having sun directly in your room, good for mood in winter, and good for skin or keyboards too :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tribade on Fri, 24 January 2014, 16:33:00
Using my KMAC mini right now.  Love it, although now that I've been using it for a while I wonder whether or not the 55g blacks may or may not be a bit too light for me without the real tactile feedback of a blue switch.  Still, love the layout, and the construction of it!  Although recently I've been longing a bit for my HHKB, which is unfortunately across the country collecting dust  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HelloAaron on Sat, 25 January 2014, 00:55:01
Using the Feenix Autore right now.  I own a Logictech G710+ though.  Just testing out the Autore for a couple of days.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dongulator on Sun, 26 January 2014, 23:33:22
Leopold FC500RR/AB .. looking to get a Filco w/ browns soon though
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 27 January 2014, 02:53:30
Just having a lil' fun switching things up. For now:

(http://i.imgur.com/wVeydDw.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tototo on Mon, 27 January 2014, 05:06:15
Poker II at home and Ducky Mini at work. It's not the best setup as it means switching between ISO/ANSI at a regular basis but works ok. Waiting to see if the ergodox will be even better but am right now extremely happy with the 60% format.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luminor on Mon, 27 January 2014, 07:49:44
Ducky YOTS, will getting topre if i can cannibalize novatouch switch onto RF/HKKB, if not i'll stick with my brown YOTS
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tarzan on Mon, 27 January 2014, 07:54:15
CM Storm Trigger w/MX Greens.  I've been using the Ducky with MX Grays for quite a while, I'd forgotten that Greens are actually kind of clicky.   :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 27 January 2014, 17:49:04
I've been using a Realforce 87U/55g and and an IBM SSK.
But thinking of selling the SSK and picking up another 87U.
The IBM SSK is a really nice keyboard; but the Realforce has
become my keyboard of choice. Anyone interested in a new
SSK? I've got two and will likely keep the one I've been using.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Mon, 27 January 2014, 18:52:31
Just having a lil' fun switching things up. For now:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wVeydDw.jpg)


Don't you miss 55g when you switch do your HHKB?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 27 January 2014, 20:19:14
I've been using a Realforce 87U/55g and and an IBM SSK.
But thinking of selling the SSK and picking up another 87U.
The IBM SSK is a really nice keyboard; but the Realforce has
become my keyboard of choice. Anyone interested in a new
SSK? I've got two and will likely keep the one I've been using.

Don't blame you. 55g Thorpe is feels so damn good it's hard to break away from.

Just having a lil' fun switching things up. For now:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wVeydDw.jpg)


Don't you miss 55g when you switch do your HHKB?

As I said above, it's really just hard to break away from 55g Topre. However, because HHKB is just so much fun and light, and ergo clear feels just as good, it's always an internal conflict when I'm typing on one of my boards because they all feel so great LOL!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 27 January 2014, 21:33:27
Topre 45g on an FC660C, enjoying it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 28 January 2014, 03:29:04
I've been using a Realforce 87U/55g and and an IBM SSK.
But thinking of selling the SSK and picking up another 87U.
The IBM SSK is a really nice keyboard; but the Realforce has
become my keyboard of choice. Anyone interested in a new
SSK? I've got two and will likely keep the one I've been using.

I am!

But I suspect the cost to ship it to Australia will put it beyond my almost non-existent budget and kill the idea.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Tue, 28 January 2014, 08:18:26
Topre 45g on an FC660C, enjoying it.

LOL! I never thought I'd hear those words from you!
I love my 660C :D welcome to the club.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 28 January 2014, 18:02:54
Topre 45g on an FC660C, enjoying it.

LOL! I never thought I'd hear those words from you!
I love my 660C :D welcome to the club.

Psh, I gave up my Topre hate a while ago. Still don't like the 'Cherry sux #toprelife' fanboys. Also there's just as much wobble in these keycaps as my Cherries, it might just seem less because there's less noise from said wobbling.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: neunelfer on Tue, 28 January 2014, 18:06:45
Topre 45g on an FC660C, enjoying it.

LOL! I never thought I'd hear those words from you!
I love my 660C :D welcome to the club.

Psh, I gave up my Topre hate a while ago. Still don't like the 'Cherry sux #toprelife' fanboys. Also there's just as much wobble in these keycaps as my Cherries, it might just seem less because there's less noise from said wobbling.

Really? The keys on my HHKB do wobble a little bit, but much less than my Filco. When depressed they barely move at all.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 28 January 2014, 18:52:43
Really? The keys on my HHKB do wobble a little bit, but much less than my Filco. When depressed they barely move at all.

I mean, the only time I can get any wobble out of either of my boards is when I take a finger and make little circular motions with it. Otherwise when I depress the keys on my Ducky, there's no wobble, just like on the Topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kilogeek on Wed, 29 January 2014, 06:12:23
Just having a lil' fun switching things up. For now:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wVeydDw.jpg)


OMG, nice pic but I would not be able to use that, are you an E.T. ? ;p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Wed, 29 January 2014, 08:28:21
Cherry G80-5000 HAMDE (big kudos to kint of deskthority forums):
Show Image
(http://imageshack.us/a/img132/6783/sezz.jpg)

tuxsavvy make art pixl for your G80-5000 on signature :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 29 January 2014, 08:50:19
At home I've been using a Northgate Omnikey 101 with complicated Blue Alps. I actually just got really sad thinking about it leaving me this upcoming Saturday/Monday. I really love the board...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spuriousgeorge on Wed, 29 January 2014, 12:14:42
Lenovo Preferred Pro. Came with my new Lenovo desktop, and for a rubber dome, it's not the worst thing in the world. Very squeaky spacebar.

Looking to get my first mechanical with buckling springs, topre 55g, mx blues, mx greens, or mx clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Warduke on Thu, 30 January 2014, 10:07:14
The one I just got a few minutes ago...a QuickFire Stealth with Greens!

The difference between these and blues is pretty evident, they're much stiffer. But is that a bad thing or a good thing? Only time will tell but so far, I'm liking it.

As for the rest of the keyboard, loving the new black case (coming from the uber branded gray QFR) and the stealth/ninja caps are awesome. Beautiful keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyra on Thu, 30 January 2014, 11:09:28
Poker 2 Blue MX  with PBT caps - love it!!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wrwhoami on Thu, 30 January 2014, 11:17:54
I am waiting GH60
NOW I use tex+gmk+poker two's PCB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 30 January 2014, 17:21:53
DAS Ultimate Silent, and Apple BT keyboard, interchangeably.

I'd probably use the Apple one most of the time as I type much quicker, quieter, and more accurately on it, but my motherboard doesn't like my SSD much... so I have to hit F2 to boot, before Bluetooth is enabled. Then I end up just sticking with it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Thu, 30 January 2014, 18:49:51
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)

CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photoelectric on Thu, 30 January 2014, 18:53:20
WEY HK2000!  Love this keyboard so much.  Disassembled, cleaned it up, layered some shelf liner, and lubricated all the springs/stem shafts.  Super nice stock Clears.

[attach=1]

Almost used to the ISO layout now though still think it's less ergonomic than a US ANSI layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 30 January 2014, 18:54:19
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:04:27
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:08:16
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?

Is the bottom row the same as the regular QFR? The qftk had a really weird bottom row that I hope they didn't use when designing a new pcb for the backlit qfr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:11:59
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?

Is the bottom row the same as the regular QFR? The qftk had a really weird bottom row that I hope they didn't use when designing a new pcb for the backlit qfr

There's a picture…

In the picture, there's a keyboard…

On the keyboard, there's a bottom row…

On the bottom row, there are 3 1.25x mods, a spacebar, and 4 1.25x mods…

It stands to reason that the bottom row is the same.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:12:33
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?

Is the bottom row the same as the regular QFR? The qftk had a really weird bottom row that I hope they didn't use when designing a new pcb for the backlit qfr

Yes, both the CM Quick Fire Rapid, Rapid-I and the CM Storm Trigger Z have the same modifiers size.

(http://imageshack.com/a/img41/6905/0e5l.jpg)

But the weird thing is that the CM Storm Trigger keycaps are VERY different from Rapid-I/TK (Solid Year) and Rapid/Trigger (Costar) and actually a lot more like the keycaps from the "Sentey GHO5T" (rebranding of the iOne Scorpius U9BL) I tested earlier here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:13:27
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?

Is the bottom row the same as the regular QFR? The qftk had a really weird bottom row that I hope they didn't use when designing a new pcb for the backlit qfr

There's a picture…

In the picture, there's a keyboard…

On the keyboard, there's a bottom row…

On the bottom row, there are 3 1.25x mods, a spacebar, and 4 1.25x mods…

It stands to reason that the bottom row is the same.

Are there any updates on the size of those keycaps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:15:15
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?

Is the bottom row the same as the regular QFR? The qftk had a really weird bottom row that I hope they didn't use when designing a new pcb for the backlit qfr

There's a picture…

In the picture, there's a keyboard…

On the keyboard, there's a bottom row…

On the bottom row, there are 3 1.25x mods, a spacebar, and 4 1.25x mods…

It stands to reason that the bottom row is the same.

Are there any updates on the size of those keycaps?

Let me check…

(http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view6/2812907/enhance-o.gif)

No.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Thu, 30 January 2014, 19:28:40
Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img839/1424/q48j.jpg)


CM Quick Fire Rapid-I with MX Browns here at Campus Party Brazil (it's not mine, it's property of Cooler Master Brazil)

Thing looks quite nice, there are several improvements, but I still dislike the keycaps from this OEM...

PS: That's not its original cable, that's the cable from my Matias Mini Quiet Pro, but yes, it's micro-USB.

is that a prototype?

Yes, they've said so. Is there any info in particular you want?

Is the bottom row the same as the regular QFR? The qftk had a really weird bottom row that I hope they didn't use when designing a new pcb for the backlit qfr

There's a picture…

In the picture, there's a keyboard…

On the keyboard, there's a bottom row…

On the bottom row, there are 3 1.25x mods, a spacebar, and 4 1.25x mods…

It stands to reason that the bottom row is the same.

Are there any updates on the size of those keycaps?

Let me check…

Show Image
(http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view6/2812907/enhance-o.gif)


No.

Can I get a reupdate on that update?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: syNRG on Sat, 01 February 2014, 16:27:00
Filco Majestouch 2 TKL with Blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smknjoe on Sat, 01 February 2014, 16:43:13
I've switched back and forth between my Leopold TKL(otaku) with blues, HHKB, and my '87 SSK recently. I just can't stop yearning for my SSK when I'm using the other boards. It just feels so right...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rotovator on Sat, 01 February 2014, 16:44:16
IBM KB-8926
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3727/12258907856_8282a01c25_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sat, 01 February 2014, 17:12:50
IBM KB-8926
Show Image
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3727/12258907856_8282a01c25_c.jpg)


Strongly digging the font there, what switches does it use?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rotovator on Sat, 01 February 2014, 17:32:43
IBM KB-8926
Show Image
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3727/12258907856_8282a01c25_c.jpg)


Strongly digging the font there, what switches does it use?

It is a rubber dome keyboard. But of a sturdy build quality and a very nice feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sat, 01 February 2014, 18:26:17
IBM KB-8926
Show Image
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3727/12258907856_8282a01c25_c.jpg)


Strongly digging the font there, what switches does it use?

It is a rubber dome keyboard. But of a sturdy build quality and a very nice feel.

Not too bad, then. It does make me sad, though, when really cool features come out and they can't be incorporated onto mechanical boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sat, 01 February 2014, 18:28:27
Sat on the bridge at work on my Black Widow ith Blues. Getting evil side looks after I posted a massive wall of text on another thread.

Eheheh. Eheheh.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: domesticbark on Sat, 01 February 2014, 18:36:54
I'm using a Ducky Shine 3 with browns until my poker II with blues comes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sat, 01 February 2014, 20:04:32
I'm using a Ducky Shine 3 with browns until my poker II with blues comes.

TKL Shine? Why abandon the Shine for the Poker?  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tarzan on Sat, 01 February 2014, 20:14:23
Back to using the Marquardt military keyboard, with the Commando keycaps from JilJil's GB.
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 02 February 2014, 19:28:30
I've started using my FC660C after I shipped my G80 3000 off to Ivan for repairs. Loving the thock, but I'm missing vintage blacks and especially cherry profile keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 02 February 2014, 20:00:33
I've started using my FC660C after I shipped my G80 3000 off to Ivan for repairs. Loving the thock, but I'm missing vintage blacks and especially cherry profile keycaps.

Since I've never used Cherry profile, how do Leopold keycaps compare? Are they pretty much like OEM?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jonathanyu on Sun, 02 February 2014, 20:13:50
WEY HK2000!  Love this keyboard so much.  Disassembled, cleaned it up, layered some shelf liner, and lubricated all the springs/stem shafts.  Super nice stock Clears.

(Attachment Link)

Almost used to the ISO layout now though still think it's less ergonomic than a US ANSI layout.
:-X i am so jealous
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 02 February 2014, 20:19:56
I've started using my FC660C after I shipped my G80 3000 off to Ivan for repairs. Loving the thock, but I'm missing vintage blacks and especially cherry profile keycaps.

Since I've never used Cherry profile, how do Leopold keycaps compare? Are they pretty much like OEM?

Yeah they're pretty much OEM profile. Cherry is a bit lower and flatter, and feels much better IMO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 02 February 2014, 21:39:27
I've started using my FC660C after I shipped my G80 3000 off to Ivan for repairs. Loving the thock, but I'm missing vintage blacks and especially cherry profile keycaps.

Since I've never used Cherry profile, how do Leopold keycaps compare? Are they pretty much like OEM?

Yeah they're pretty much OEM profile. Cherry is a bit lower and flatter, and feels much better IMO.

I see, should try them out sometime. Always liked the look of OEM, but if it feels nicer, who knows.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 02 February 2014, 21:55:54
I've started using my FC660C after I shipped my G80 3000 off to Ivan for repairs. Loving the thock, but I'm missing vintage blacks and especially cherry profile keycaps.

Since I've never used Cherry profile, how do Leopold keycaps compare? Are they pretty much like OEM?

Yeah they're pretty much OEM profile. Cherry is a bit lower and flatter, and feels much better IMO.

I see, should try them out sometime. Always liked the look of OEM, but if it feels nicer, who knows.  :D

You can harvest some cherry double shots from a G81 3000. That's probably the easiest/cheapest way to try it. They pop up on eBay all the time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kansas city shuffle on Sun, 02 February 2014, 22:14:05
Realforce 87u TKLS White
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 02 February 2014, 22:14:16
You can harvest some cherry double shots from a G81 3000. That's probably the easiest/cheapest way to try it. They pop up on eBay all the time.

Are there PBT Cherry profile caps anywhere, or are they all ABS?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luis911 on Sun, 02 February 2014, 22:20:32
(http://i.imgur.com/ir0f7z3.jpg)

Ducky Shine 3 Mx White switchies  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 02 February 2014, 22:31:00
You can harvest some cherry double shots from a G81 3000. That's probably the easiest/cheapest way to try it. They pop up on eBay all the time.

Are there PBT Cherry profile caps anywhere, or are they all ABS?

Cherry made some thick PBT dyesubs as well, but those go for insane amounts of money. Your best bet is to get a modern cherry profile PBT set. Take a look at Ivan's black PBT dyesub GB. If you want other colors, though, I'd buy a set through IMSTO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 02 February 2014, 23:08:49
You can harvest some cherry double shots from a G81 3000. That's probably the easiest/cheapest way to try it. They pop up on eBay all the time.

Are there PBT Cherry profile caps anywhere, or are they all ABS?

Cherry made some thick PBT dyesubs as well, but those go for insane amounts of money. Your best bet is to get a modern cherry profile PBT set. Take a look at Ivan's black PBT dyesub GB. If you want other colors, though, I'd buy a set through IMSTO.

Ah, thank you for the advice. I'll try to find some for a low price, harvesting seems to be the best bet for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moonexe on Mon, 03 February 2014, 01:43:32
Stock caps on white boards are PBT too, pretty thin though
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Mon, 03 February 2014, 05:56:00
Stock caps on white boards are PBT too, pretty thin though

Yeah, they don't feel that bad honestly, but thick is much better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 27 February 2014, 14:59:56
I'm on day two using a ducky shine 3 with blacks and they are not as bad as I remember. I'm even using the stock key caps still :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 27 February 2014, 15:01:15
I'm on day two using a ducky shine 3 with blacks and they are not as bad as I remember. I'm even using the stock key caps still :eek:
Black switches are awesome.

Using my model m for the first time in months, all it does it make me wish my kishsaver was converted now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vibex on Thu, 27 February 2014, 15:06:37
Currently I'm using a WASD v1, but I ordedered a Tex Yoda recently, and as long as that keyboard lives up to it's promises, it will be my board of choice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 27 February 2014, 15:35:45
For the next two weeks, daily driver will be my phone's keyboard. It's not even mechanical!

/me sobs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 27 February 2014, 21:17:07
For the next two weeks, daily driver will be my phone's keyboard. It's not even mechanical!

/me sobs

Don't Worry. After 2 weeks.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 27 February 2014, 21:18:21
2 weeks? are you going to be in the hospital? no wait: In jail?  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Schwarz on Thu, 27 February 2014, 21:20:04
Filco Majestouch 2 (Ninja) with browns is my current daily driver.

Previously HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 27 February 2014, 21:22:02
I would say hospital from trying to steal someones steel framed beam spring then getting beat with it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 27 February 2014, 21:23:50
(...)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 27 February 2014, 21:24:27
(...)

That would be CPTBadAss trying to steal a board from Sifo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: simon_C on Thu, 27 February 2014, 23:26:27
Currently, at this very moment, a 2nd gen Noppoo Choc Mini with blacks.
At home, its a Rosewill RK9000 with blues, silicone dental bands, and transparent SP keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tricheboars on Thu, 27 February 2014, 23:29:18
mx blue qrf with SA Round 4 caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: missalaire on Thu, 27 February 2014, 23:34:13
Realforce 87U 55G
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Thu, 27 February 2014, 23:36:59
I think I need to pick up another 55g. Just to have one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shayde on Fri, 28 February 2014, 03:14:00
Deck Francium Pro with browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Fri, 28 February 2014, 03:15:10
Filco TKL at the moment but I am in a dire need for a standalone numpad now  :-\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 28 February 2014, 03:29:49
Rowdybeit :))

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Fri, 28 February 2014, 03:36:34
Rowdybeit :))

(Attachment Link)
Haha nice, aren't different profiles annoying to type on or you just made it for taking pics?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keymaster on Fri, 28 February 2014, 08:30:04
Realforce 87U 55G

One of us...one of us..  >:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Fri, 28 February 2014, 08:44:42
Realforce 87U 55G

One of us...one of us..  >:D

By any chance, would this lovely quote come from here? And if so, are you insinuating that the user is a freak?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SirReallySam on Fri, 28 February 2014, 08:45:05
Ducky Zero with MX Reds :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lonedruid on Fri, 28 February 2014, 09:02:09
hhkb pro 2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Tue, 04 March 2014, 03:21:50
Dell Quiet Key

After going through several mechanical switches, I decided to bust out my Dell Quiet Key.
Imagine my surprise when I started typing, it felt like Topre.
Now, I've only typed on 45g Topre, but for some reason, I imagine this is what a 55g might feel like.
It has that tactility, but is quiet and very soothing, almost like a silenced Topre.
It's by far the cheapest board that I own (other than the ML), but I'm strangely drawn to it currently.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 04 March 2014, 16:38:02
Just switched to a Unicomp spacesaver from my ducky
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 04 March 2014, 16:45:15
Just switched to Unicomp Ultra Classic from Razer BlackWidow.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 04 March 2014, 17:08:07
Compaq 11800

all stock brown except for spacebar with stock clear

cherry ds on most of the keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 04 March 2014, 17:09:41
I'm back to TypeMatrix 2030 from Kinesis Advantage. I'm torn.

I don't like the kinesis (I need Ctrl and AltGr all the time, but it's too far there), nor do I want to let TM's ABS keycaps shine and the skin makes typing slow. Meanwhile, my ErgoDox is basically work in progress once again, because I've grown tired of MX Clear switches. I don't want to go back to staggered layout either...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 04 March 2014, 17:17:04
G2Pro with clears, still not sure if I like clears or not. I think 62g ergo-clears would be better for me because I actually prefer to bottom out, and with stock clears I don't bottom out much at all.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Tue, 04 March 2014, 17:18:54
G2Pro with clears, still not sure if I like clears or not. I think 62g ergo-clears would be better for me because I actually prefer to bottom out, and with stock clears I don't bottom out much at all.
You prefer to bottom out?  :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 04 March 2014, 17:21:45
G2Pro with clears, still not sure if I like clears or not. I think 62g ergo-clears would be better for me because I actually prefer to bottom out, and with stock clears I don't bottom out much at all.
You prefer to bottom out?  :confused:

Yes, it feels better to bottom out in my opinion, hence why reds are my favorite. :) Also, it's quite boring without the sound from bottoming out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Tue, 04 March 2014, 17:47:38
Ducky YotD w/ Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: apharas on Wed, 05 March 2014, 20:25:45
Kinesis Maxim which is back in service due to a defunct Kinesis Classic.

--
A
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Thu, 06 March 2014, 00:09:56
Kinesis Maxim which is back in service due to a defunct Kinesis Classic.

--
A
Pic :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 06 March 2014, 07:50:12
Using my Topre Realforce 104UB-DK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kansas city shuffle on Fri, 07 March 2014, 17:33:35
Realforce 87U TKL (white)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sat, 08 March 2014, 02:15:34
Leopold FC 660C, All 45G, Dental Banded, Lubed.

(http://i58.tinypic.com/28bh5zk.jpg)

Sounds amazing and feel great!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Sat, 08 March 2014, 02:19:34
Leopold FC 660C, All 45G, Dental Banded, Lubed.

Show Image
(http://i58.tinypic.com/28bh5zk.jpg)


Sounds amazing and feel great!  :thumb:

Can you please show me a picture of what the keys look like underneath? Thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sat, 08 March 2014, 02:23:14
Leopold FC 660C, All 45G, Dental Banded, Lubed.

Show Image
(http://i58.tinypic.com/28bh5zk.jpg)


Sounds amazing and feel great!  :thumb:

Can you please show me a picture of what the keys look like underneath? Thanks!

I took a bunch of photos, Ill upload them tomorrow.

But here is my Realforce which is the same setup. Plastic Case, Steel Plate(Leo's is black), PCB, Sliders, Slider Housings, Rubber Domes (45G Weight), Springs.

(http://i60.tinypic.com/fcrk8.jpg)

(http://i62.tinypic.com/1ig4lu.jpg)

(http://i58.tinypic.com/2przeky.jpg)

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2w6tilu.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 08 March 2014, 03:13:37
Leopold FC 660C, All 45G, Dental Banded, Lubed.

Show Image
(http://i58.tinypic.com/28bh5zk.jpg)


Sounds amazing and feel great!  :thumb:

Nice.   I have been considering getting one of these for my first Topre board, but I'm trying to wait for the Novatouch.


Back on topic  -  Right now I'm using a Filco Ninja with 62g blues and clear springs in the spacebar & lock keys.   Also white LEDs .

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_7_6131407473.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moosecraft on Sat, 08 March 2014, 04:59:12
LZ-FE with 55g lubed blacks :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sat, 08 March 2014, 05:13:10
Using mynew WASD V2 with clears. they are my new favourite switch. Nice and quiet, great feel, and my blue and white caps are lovely :) also loving my blue gasmask.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Macsmasher on Sat, 08 March 2014, 21:24:41
This thread should be titled, 'what keyboards are you using now'. I have three boards I rotate throughout the day, all connected at the same time, as well as a numpad. I just push one back and grab something else depending on work at hand. Coding is usually on the 55g 87U. Documents and extended typing sessions, the HHKB rules the desk. And the 87U variable silent is there when I'm tired or in the mood for more relaxed typing with it on my lap and feet on my desk.

How could I pick just one!!

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sun, 09 March 2014, 01:37:50
This thread should be titled, 'what keyboards are you using now'. I have three boards I rotate throughout the day, all connected at the same time, as well as a numpad. I just push one back and grab something else depending on work at hand. Coding is usually on the 55g 87U. Documents and extended typing sessions, the HHKB rules the desk. And the 87U variable silent is there when I'm tired or in the mood for more relaxed typing with it on my lap and feet on my desk.

How could I pick just one!!

(Attachment Link)

Exactly why I keep buying more and more boards! :D  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Djankie on Sun, 09 March 2014, 03:01:58
@work: Leopold FC 660C
@home: realforce u87sw

But sometimes for gaming: nopoo red switches. And sometimes for fun: filco mx blue or ducky 2 brown
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: charlaph on Sun, 09 March 2014, 08:59:18
Home: KBT Oni w/reds
Work: Horrible HP generic
Linux/media: MS Reclusa

Thinking of getting a Keycool 84 w/blacks. If I like it I'll use it at home, if not I'll take it to work, or relegate it to the linux box.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 09 March 2014, 09:07:53
Work: Horrible HP generic
Me too! It's goddamn awful! I'd changed it for another, but, alas, it frown upon by my boss...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sun, 09 March 2014, 09:32:55
We have the horrible HP ones at work too. The ones with the silver bits on the top and crappy plastic legs that come out sideways instead of backwards.

I brought my own board in on my second day. I've changed it between my three boards, but I am never going to use a non-mech if I can help it.Especially not for prolonged periods.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Schattendolch on Sun, 09 March 2014, 09:47:27
realforce 55g. My preference changes monthly between a 45g, filco blue, and model m. But eventually I want to sell all my keyboards and just keep one
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 09 March 2014, 09:53:39
We have the horrible HP ones at work too. The ones with the silver bits on the top and crappy plastic legs that come out sideways instead of backwards.
Same ones. It's company policy - nothing I can do :) Well... I can, but I work shifts and don't want to leave my keyboard to be spoiled by another. And I don't want to carry it with me...

Hmm... now I think... Maybe I should think about some compact and lightweight mechanic keyboard with tactile and clicky switches? Anyone can advise me in that matter?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sun, 09 March 2014, 10:12:46
Same ones. It's company policy - nothing I can do :) Well... I can, but I work shifts and don't want to leave my keyboard to be spoiled by another. And I don't want to carry it with me...

Hmm... now I think... Maybe I should think about some compact and lightweight mechanic keyboard with tactile and clicky switches? Anyone can advise me in that matter?

They won't let you bring in your own board? What the ****? Surely you can just get it DSA tested and it will be fine? That's what my boss has said, but I'm on shifts as well so I bring mine in with me every day. I use a full size as well so it's a bit awkward with only a small messenger bag.

You could go for a QFR or a Ducky? Don't know how light they are but you can get them with clicky switches for sure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 09 March 2014, 10:40:46
They won't let you bring in your own board? What the ****? Surely you can just get it DSA tested and it will be fine? That's what my boss has said, but I'm on shifts as well so I bring mine in with me every day. I use a full size as well so it's a bit awkward with only a small messenger bag.

You could go for a QFR or a Ducky? Don't know how light they are but you can get them with clicky switches for sure.

QFR... well, tenkeyless keyboard - now THATS a thing to consider! Thankee, mate. And yes, you can get in with Cherry Blue. Or something like Poker 2... but that's for maniacs. Personally I'm a fan of Buckling Spring keyboards, but that's a pain to carry around  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pbtforever on Sun, 09 March 2014, 10:49:52
Filco brown cherry
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 09 March 2014, 12:36:01
I'm back to TypeMatrix 2030 from Kinesis Advantage. I'm torn.

I don't like the kinesis (I need Ctrl and AltGr all the time, but it's too far there), nor do I want to let TM's ABS keycaps shine and the skin makes typing slow. Meanwhile, my ErgoDox is basically work in progress once again, because I've grown tired of MX Clear switches. I don't want to go back to staggered layout either...

Hehe, problem solved. I brought an armchair to my desk and use the kinesis on my lap. It feels much better. I've remapped Caps Lock to AltGr and it's better than nothing, but I need to find a new spot for Esc now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dr Xav on Mon, 10 March 2014, 08:46:57
I am using a filco majestouch TKL (brown), with a custom case and red braided USB cable ;)

(http://i1245.photobucket.com/albums/gg589/DrXav/photo-1.jpg)



Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 10 March 2014, 09:42:48
Realforce 87UBW with 55-gram key switches.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: charlaph on Mon, 10 March 2014, 18:30:49
I am using a filco majestouch TKL (brown), with a custom case and red braided USB cable ;)

That is one lovely looking keyboard. Well done sir.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: elttaboi on Mon, 10 March 2014, 18:59:30
Rosewill RK-9000RE
Random SA caps from crap-bag. Modded the indicator LEDs to RGB.
This is the oldest mech keyboard I have, so the red switches are buttery smooth.
Definitely my favorite keyboard to type on.

I'll post pics later.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dr Xav on Tue, 11 March 2014, 04:32:09
I am using a filco majestouch TKL (brown), with a custom case and red braided USB cable ;)

That is one lovely looking keyboard. Well done sir.

Thanks much appreciated, it is my first stab at customizing keyboards ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: babuinix on Tue, 11 March 2014, 05:47:37
(http://s27.postimg.org/mv6ub339f/IMG_6341.jpg)

Only mech I ever had was hiding in my garage for 20 years!

Just got reunited and im loving it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 11 March 2014, 10:03:54
Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/mv6ub339f/IMG_6341.jpg)


Only mech I ever had was hiding in my garage for 20 years!

Just got reunited and im loving it!
Nice one - very clean and pristine-looking!

Probably you're from USA too? *sigh* So much good thing hidden in garages there...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EvillePanda on Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:25:40
I currently use a Typematrix 2030 at work and I just ordered a TECK with blues from MassDrop's Bazaar for home.  I know, I know, crummy customer service,  etc., etc.  But due to an old injury that didn't heal right, I really need the non-staggered layout.  I have tiny hands and the Matrix layout feels so nice on my joints.

I was considering buying a Corsair K70 Vengeance for my boyfriend's gaming computer, but after what I've read here, I think I want to get him a Ducky Shine III, but they're all sold out except for the gold edition and the yellows and I think the man might kill me if I put one of those on his desk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:40:26
Don't know why, but can't stop using this guy:

[attachimg=1]

mx black, internal dampening, lubed and stickered, 62g korean springs


I didn't touch my SSK or HHKB since quite some time.  :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:46:38
I currently use a Typematrix 2030 at work and I just ordered a TECK with blues from MassDrop's Bazaar for home.  I know, I know, crummy customer service,  etc., etc.  But due to an old injury that didn't heal right, I really need the non-staggered layout.  I have tiny hands and the Matrix layout feels so nice on my joints.

I was considering buying a Corsair K70 Vengeance for my boyfriend's gaming computer, but after what I've read here, I think I want to get him a Ducky Shine III, but they're all sold out except for the gold edition and the yellows and I think the man might kill me if I put one of those on his desk.

that's great news that there are other than my wife girls on earth who thinks as you:)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EvillePanda on Tue, 11 March 2014, 13:54:16
I currently use a Typematrix 2030 at work and I just ordered a TECK with blues from MassDrop's Bazaar for home.  I know, I know, crummy customer service,  etc., etc.  But due to an old injury that didn't heal right, I really need the non-staggered layout.  I have tiny hands and the Matrix layout feels so nice on my joints.

I was considering buying a Corsair K70 Vengeance for my boyfriend's gaming computer, but after what I've read here, I think I want to get him a Ducky Shine III, but they're all sold out except for the gold edition and the yellows and I think the man might kill me if I put one of those on his desk.

that's great news that there are other than my wife girls on earth who thinks as you:)

I replaced his monitor last year.  This year his complaint is with his crappy Razer rubber dome POS.  I just started learning about mechanical keyboards and I've been researching.  Thankfully, I talked him out of the Razer 2014 Ultimate with the cherry knockoffs.

If anyone knows where I can get a Shine 3 with green LED and reds, I would much appreciate it.  Or suggest a good alternative until the Shines are available.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Tue, 11 March 2014, 14:16:33
I currently use a Typematrix 2030 at work and I just ordered a TECK with blues from MassDrop's Bazaar for home.  I know, I know, crummy customer service,  etc., etc.  But due to an old injury that didn't heal right, I really need the non-staggered layout.  I have tiny hands and the Matrix layout feels so nice on my joints.

I was considering buying a Corsair K70 Vengeance for my boyfriend's gaming computer, but after what I've read here, I think I want to get him a Ducky Shine III, but they're all sold out except for the gold edition and the yellows and I think the man might kill me if I put one of those on his desk.

that's great news that there are other than my wife girls on earth who thinks as you:)

I replaced his monitor last year.  This year his complaint is with his crappy Razer rubber dome POS.  I just started learning about mechanical keyboards and I've been researching.  Thankfully, I talked him out of the Razer 2014 Ultimate with the cherry knockoffs.

If anyone knows where I can get a Shine 3 with green LED and reds, I would much appreciate it.  Or suggest a good alternative until the Shines are available.

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/
amazon
ducky distibutor in singapur -> they are responding each few minutes on facebook page and they send stuff so it's cool.
ebay:)
http://www.ncixus.com/products/?minorcatid=101&manufactureid=4689
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EvillePanda on Tue, 11 March 2014, 14:24:14
Thanks for the fast reply. Mechanical Keyboards are all pretty much sold out on the regular Shine 3s.  Amazon too and I don't have the cash for the gold edition.  I'll check ebay and the other sites you mentioned. Thanks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 11 March 2014, 14:46:49
Don't know why, but can't stop using this guy:

(Attachment Link)

mx black, internal dampening, lubed and stickered, 62g korean springs


I didn't touch my SSK or HHKB since quite some time.  :confused:

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_NOjUry5s4I/Uv7zXmkoCHI/AAAAAAAACjU/c-e4J2aNthY/s1600/1.gif)

****ttt

looking good
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: babuinix on Tue, 11 March 2014, 15:55:26
Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/mv6ub339f/IMG_6341.jpg)


Only mech I ever had was hiding in my garage for 20 years!

Just got reunited and im loving it!
Nice one - very clean and pristine-looking!

Probably you're from USA too? *sigh* So much good thing hidden in garages there...

Nop :P , its in my intro

More
"Greeting from Lisbon, Portugal! My name is José and im a recent lurker in this amazing forum.

What brought me here was the recent discovery that my father had kept my very first keyboard in the basement for arround 20 years.

Talking about bulky IBM Model M from 1990. I was so glad just to see it, brought back so many good memories!! (My dad looked at me like if I was an alien:])

Anyway enough talking, heres some pics taken while cleaning this old beast:

(http://s27.postimg.org/q5v7ayt6r/IMG_6316.jpg)

(http://s27.postimg.org/tzonk4air/IMG_6349.jpg)

(http://s27.postimg.org/a6cjrex4z/IMG_6322.jpg)

(http://s27.postimg.org/s5bt2dnib/IMG_6321.jpg)

(http://s27.postimg.org/i31mddxz7/IMG_6326.jpg)

(http://s27.postimg.org/8jrxjxagz/IMG_6327.jpg)

(http://s29.postimg.org/th8yuu5vb/IMG_6334.jpg)

(http://s29.postimg.org/f9ja66t6f/IMG_6337.jpg)

(http://s29.postimg.org/4chyhf6ev/IMG_6339.jpg)

(http://s27.postimg.org/mv6ub339f/IMG_6341.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 11 March 2014, 16:13:27
Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/mv6ub339f/IMG_6341.jpg)


Only mech I ever had was hiding in my garage for 20 years!

Just got reunited and im loving it!
Nice one - very clean and pristine-looking!

Probably you're from USA too? *sigh* So much good thing hidden in garages there...

Nop :P , its in my intro

More
"Greeting from Lisbon, Portugal! My name is José and im a recent lurker in this amazing forum.

What brought me here was the recent discovery that my father had kept my very first keyboard in the basement for arround 20 years.

Talking about bulky IBM Model M from 1990. I was so glad just to see it, brought back so many good memories!! (My dad looked at me like if I was an alien:])

Anyway enough talking, heres some pics taken while cleaning this old beast:

Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/q5v7ayt6r/IMG_6316.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/tzonk4air/IMG_6349.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/a6cjrex4z/IMG_6322.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/s5bt2dnib/IMG_6321.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/i31mddxz7/IMG_6326.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/8jrxjxagz/IMG_6327.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s29.postimg.org/th8yuu5vb/IMG_6334.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s29.postimg.org/f9ja66t6f/IMG_6337.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s29.postimg.org/4chyhf6ev/IMG_6339.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s27.postimg.org/mv6ub339f/IMG_6341.jpg)


Ohhh, geek porn :) But still - nice condition for something lying in the garage :) But a pity there was only one :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zeroni13 on Tue, 11 March 2014, 16:58:00
Sadly I'm stuck with my Razer Black Widow with MX Blue's, I bought this because I'm mostly gaming on my computer and I wanted a gaming keyboard. That said I'm not really pleased with it, and I'm now in the progress of getting parts for my first real keyboard wich is a custom phantom.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 11 March 2014, 17:23:09
Sadly I'm stuck with my Razer Black Widow with MX Blue's, I bought this because I'm mostly gaming on my computer and I wanted a gaming keyboard. That said I'm not really pleased with it, and I'm now in the progress of getting parts for my first real keyboard wich is a custom phantom.
I bought mine because if was only mechanical keyboard available in my vicinity... before I discovered wonders of Internet shopping :)

That glossy case... brrrr...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zeroni13 on Tue, 11 March 2014, 17:36:34
Sadly I'm stuck with my Razer Black Widow with MX Blue's, I bought this because I'm mostly gaming on my computer and I wanted a gaming keyboard. That said I'm not really pleased with it, and I'm now in the progress of getting parts for my first real keyboard wich is a custom phantom.
I bought mine because if was only mechanical keyboard available in my vicinity... before I discovered wonders of Internet shopping :)

That glossy case... brrrr...
I feel the same about the gloss! Not pleasing at all.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 11 March 2014, 17:41:58
Sadly I'm stuck with my Razer Black Widow with MX Blue's, I bought this because I'm mostly gaming on my computer and I wanted a gaming keyboard. That said I'm not really pleased with it, and I'm now in the progress of getting parts for my first real keyboard wich is a custom phantom.
I bought mine because if was only mechanical keyboard available in my vicinity... before I discovered wonders of Internet shopping :)

That glossy case... brrrr...
I feel the same about the gloss! Not pleasing at all.
It could be pleasant only for someone who is fascinated by his own fingerprints :)
Well, my BlackWidow now tucked away in the box :) It's the proper place for it. Still, switches weren't that bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Tue, 11 March 2014, 17:42:37
Don't know why, but can't stop using this guy:

(Attachment Link)

mx black, internal dampening, lubed and stickered, 62g korean springs


I didn't touch my SSK or HHKB since quite some time.  :confused:

Wow this is awesome!
Did you paint the case? Also how did you internally dampen it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Wed, 12 March 2014, 09:27:29
I have an dell AT102W with alps black. I have plans to upgrade to something with mx greens.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: histevenhere on Wed, 12 March 2014, 10:08:49
RF87u with 55g... from a variable weight RF
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 21 March 2014, 20:07:05
RF87u with 55g... from a variable weight RF

Was it a silent variable? When I have the dough, I plan to buy a white silenced variable and swap the stems and domes with my 87UB 55g to create a ghetto 55g "type-s."
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darkleaf84 on Fri, 21 March 2014, 20:15:45
After much digging on the internet looking at pictures I have a micro innovations membrane keyboard..../shame. But I have ordered a filco MJ2 - brown switches this will be my first mechanical I have high hopes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Fri, 21 March 2014, 20:16:54
back to the 11900. waiting for moz to send stickers so I can finish up this mod....right now its still 1/2 clear 1/2 black
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 21 March 2014, 20:20:45
Started using my old Model M again. It's the first mech I ever used. After a couple days of use my ergo clears feel mushy and way too light :-\
This thing is amazing, but the lack of a windows key (which I use as alt on mac) is a pain in the a**. I've forgotten how nice clicky boards are, and I can't wait to try the Omnikey from akimbo's blue alps tour.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 22 March 2014, 00:21:34
At home I seem to be alternating between HHKB and Model M.  Using the HHKB early in the morning and late at night when others are sleeping, and Model M during the day, like now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 22 March 2014, 11:13:24
A just-purchased TKL Filco M2/MX Black keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sat, 22 March 2014, 13:28:58
A just-purchased TKL Filco M2/MX Black keyboard.

And...how do you like it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kliee on Sat, 22 March 2014, 20:21:27
Right now, my daily driver is my Realforce 104UB. Maybe next time I'll switch keyboard I'll go for my Customizer 101...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 22 March 2014, 20:23:58
Can't stop using my new Pure w/ MX greens
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 23 March 2014, 05:58:54
A just-purchased TKL Filco M2/MX Black keyboard.

You got that thing for real real cheap (if it was the white one on ebay).  I almost bid on it but decided not to :P Congrats either way!

Black switches are so solid :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sun, 23 March 2014, 10:08:10
My daily keyboard is an Dell at102w but I am planning on buying a wasd tkl iso v2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lowmagnet on Sun, 23 March 2014, 13:04:16
One Truly Ergonomic 109 blank key model.
One Poker II green LED.
Both Browns.
I also have a Unicomp something or other as well.

I love browns. I tried reds briefly, and while I loved their linearity, I wanted some feedback.
The stabilizers on the Poker are really nice. Lack of arrow keys is meh though. Fn-wasd is alright.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Smasher816 on Sun, 23 March 2014, 14:47:12
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S.

Someone save me before I throw more money at a 55g topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sun, 23 March 2014, 16:35:41
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S.

Someone save me before I throw more money at a 55g topre.
No one can save you from doing that on GH :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: missalaire on Sun, 23 March 2014, 16:44:53
KMAC LE (MX Clear)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sun, 23 March 2014, 17:28:17
KMAC Winkeyless (MX blacks)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sun, 23 March 2014, 17:48:11
A just-purchased TKL Filco M2/MX Black keyboard.

And...how do you like it?

I'm really enjoying the Filco M2/MX Black keyboard. I may sell my 87U/55-gram. MX Black switches really suit me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 23 March 2014, 19:07:09
A just-purchased TKL Filco M2/MX Black keyboard.

And...how do you like it?

I'm really enjoying the Filco M2/MX Black keyboard. I may sell my 87U/55-gram. MX Black switches really suit me.

Nice! Glad you like them. You should get your hands on some vintage blacks—they're much smoother than stock blacks. I'd recommend picking up a G80-3000 with OG doubleshots if you can find one. Most of those are old enough to have vintage blacks.
I love linear switches as well, and will probably be putting some vintage blacks (with brown springs) in my JD40...once it comes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wharrislv on Sun, 23 March 2014, 19:23:45
HHKB Pro 2 (not S because I work in my own office and I don't care about noise  :p  ) at work on my desk, HHKB lite on the KVM in the server rack because I like the layout and needed something small, a Filco majestitouch with blues on my test station, 1993 Model M at home on my desktop, a logitech wireless scissor switch thing with a track pad for my HTPC, Pure Pro in blue with Browns and rainbow gradient PBT caps from qtan in my bag with my laptop, multitool, spare battery for charging usb stuff, pen and mini moleskin, gym stuff and a RIA 1911 with spare magazines for on the go.  Those are the ones I use on a daily basis, and currently the only things I have in the mail are a jdcarpe 40% with honey40 caps, and ergodox with clears and aluminum top plate.   Still haven't decided on the caps for the ergodox, but I will probably get some blanks for now until the next groupbuy that I like comes along.  I should have ordered some of the honeywell caps for it, I wish I could still get hyperfuse!  Someday I'll get a gon built board in 60%, but that is really the only thing on my radar besides maybe a red colored topre brobot or two to balance out my red escape keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blingcaps on Sun, 23 March 2014, 20:45:36
filco minila brown at home.  pure pro red with o-rings at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ajunakey on Sun, 23 March 2014, 21:45:07
HHKB Pro 2 here. I've made a huge mistake going non-printed caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 23 March 2014, 21:51:34
HHKB Pro 2 here. I've made a huge mistake going non-printed caps

Welcome to Geekhack1

You can get a set of printed keycaps for HHKB at EK: http://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,toprekeys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sun, 23 March 2014, 21:58:49
I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ajunakey on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:00:19
HHKB Pro 2 here. I've made a huge mistake going non-printed caps

Welcome to Geekhack1

You can get a set of printed keycaps for HHKB at EK: http://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,toprekeys

haha thanks rowdy. so tempting but my wallet doesnt seem to agree lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:18:06
I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.

You don't seriously love your Model M? :(

Can't wait for that blue alps tour though :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:29:45

I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.

You don't seriously love your Model M? :(

Can't wait for that blue alps tour though :thumb:

The M is good, but form factor is important for me. Blue alps also give buckling spring over membrane a serious run for their money.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:40:07

I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.

You don't seriously love your Model M? :(

Can't wait for that blue alps tour though :thumb:

The M is good, but form factor is important for me. Blue alps also give buckling spring over membrane a serious run for their money.

Well I just bought an F, so I'll have to see how they hold up against capacitive!
Glad you're enjoying your Duck Mini though. Do you have that dolch replica on there?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:42:20


I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.

You don't seriously love your Model M? :(

Can't wait for that blue alps tour though :thumb:

The M is good, but form factor is important for me. Blue alps also give buckling spring over membrane a serious run for their money.

Well I just bought an F, so I'll have to see how they hold up against capacitive!
Glad you're enjoying your Duck Mini though. Do you have that dolch replica on there?

Yessir. (http://i.imgur.com/9AOYUH4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:45:39
Do you have that dolch replica on there?

Yessir. (http://i.imgur.com/9AOYUH4.jpg)

:eek:
much jealous!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Smasher816 on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:55:54
HHKB Pro 2 here. I've made a huge mistake going non-printed caps

Welcome to Geekhack1

You can get a set of printed keycaps for HHKB at EK: http://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,toprekeys

Well I think its that or touch typing.
haha thanks rowdy. so tempting but my wallet doesnt seem to agree lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 23 March 2014, 22:56:28


I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.

You don't seriously love your Model M? :(

Can't wait for that blue alps tour though :thumb:

The M is good, but form factor is important for me. Blue alps also give buckling spring over membrane a serious run for their money.

Well I just bought an F, so I'll have to see how they hold up against capacitive!
Glad you're enjoying your Duck Mini though. Do you have that dolch replica on there?

Yessir. (http://i.imgur.com/9AOYUH4.jpg)

Very Nice Riot :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ajunakey on Sun, 23 March 2014, 23:21:36


I'm using a blue Alps Duck Mini V2 that I finished up yesterday :)

It's the first clicky keyboard that I seriously love.

You don't seriously love your Model M? :(

Can't wait for that blue alps tour though :thumb:

The M is good, but form factor is important for me. Blue alps also give buckling spring over membrane a serious run for their money.

Well I just bought an F, so I'll have to see how they hold up against capacitive!
Glad you're enjoying your Duck Mini though. Do you have that dolch replica on there?

Yessir. (http://i.imgur.com/9AOYUH4.jpg)

beast mode
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 24 March 2014, 11:10:55
Alternating CMQFR/MX Blue and Realforce 87U/55-gram KBs.   
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: admiralvorian on Mon, 24 March 2014, 15:50:12
Ducky DK9008G2 Pro blue/grey caps. love these caps! (the board is solid as a rock, too)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Mon, 24 March 2014, 16:04:44
Alternating CMQFR/MX Blue and Realforce 87U/55-gram KBs.

MX BLUE? I can't believe you're flirting with the darkside...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 24 March 2014, 17:44:04
Alternating CMQFR/MX Blue and Realforce 87U/55-gram KBs.

MX BLUE? I can't believe you're flirting with the darkside...

Kind of the medium-dark side; but for a 55-gram Topre guy, this is a foray into the dark side. Since double-dampening, I have two layers of shelf liner in the CMQFR's case except for a single layer under the R1 space-bar row. The keyboard sounds and feels great; far better than the stock CMQFR and far better than using a single layer of shelf liner. I bottom out my key strikes and after the additional dampening, the keys sound 'thocky' Gotta love the thock. Also eliminated interior echoing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wthefourth on Tue, 25 March 2014, 15:00:27
Using a Ducky DK9008P with MX Blues at home, CM Storm Quickfire XT with MX Browns at work.

Everyone hated me when I brought my Ducky to work. I thought it was out of envy. Nope, turns out it's because you could hear the click clack all through the building.

It made me sad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Tue, 25 March 2014, 15:03:12
Using a Ducky DK9008P with MX Blues at home, CM Storm Quickfire XT with MX Browns at work.

Everyone hated me when I brought my Ducky to work. I thought it was out of envy. Nope, turns out it's because you could hear the click clack all through the building.

It made me sad.

Thinking about buying the same keyboard for work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: chibishin on Tue, 25 March 2014, 15:13:39
Currently using a Realforce 87UB EK edition 45G with a modded detachable USB at home and work. Thinking of picking up a Unicomp, and possibly jumping on a 60% at some point, too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 25 March 2014, 15:47:16
Currently using a Realforce 87UB EK edition 45G with a modded detachable USB at home and work. Thinking of picking up a Unicomp, and possibly jumping on a 60% at some point, too.
Get yourself an Unicomp one, yes ;) It's something else...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Tue, 25 March 2014, 19:50:43
Currently using my new 87UB 55g. 55g topre is my new favorite switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 25 March 2014, 20:33:46
Currently using my new 87UB 55g. 55g topre is my new favorite switch.

Back to my 55-gram 87UB and lovin' it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 26 March 2014, 03:55:24
Currently using my new 87UB 55g. 55g topre is my new favorite switch.

Currently using my new 87UB 55g. 55g topre is my new favorite switch.

Back to my 55-gram 87UB and lovin' it.

You guys are sure living the good life :D I think I'm going to use mine right now too :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nixietube on Wed, 26 March 2014, 12:44:11
IBM Model M
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Wed, 26 March 2014, 15:52:09
Poke-her too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ethaniel on Wed, 26 March 2014, 18:00:35
Compaq MX-11800 with WYSE keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 26 March 2014, 18:06:23
Pink RF 45g

(http://i.imgur.com/Ad0rODz.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 26 March 2014, 18:07:36
Compaq MX-11800 with WYSE keys.

where'd you get the 2x shift? Does the WYSE come with one? If so thats sweet
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zig_ziglar on Wed, 26 March 2014, 18:52:04
(At work) Cherry MX2.0 with blues on aftermarket Cherry profile blank white keycaps. The blank factor gets more questions than the obnoxious switch noise!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 26 March 2014, 19:08:53
Pink RF 45g

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ad0rODz.jpg)


My daughter would kill for something like that :p

Or at least seriously main :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 26 March 2014, 19:27:26
Pink RF 45g

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ad0rODz.jpg)


My daughter would kill for something like that :p

Or at least seriously main :))

I was hype when I saw the pink one, I just knew I had to have it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kaz on Wed, 26 March 2014, 21:15:29
Using a black 11900 modded with Cherry blues at work and a Compaq 11800 with Cherry browns at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zig_ziglar on Wed, 26 March 2014, 21:28:27
I don't quite get how geekhackers are ok using non ergonomically profiled keysets :/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 26 March 2014, 21:40:36
I don't quite get how geekhackers are ok using non ergonomically profiled keysets :/

Masochism :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 27 March 2014, 02:35:58
I don't quite get how geekhackers are ok using non ergonomically profiled keysets :/

Masochism :p

Real men don't use flimsy ergo-keyboards and quiet linear switches. Because LIFE IS PAIN :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Thu, 27 March 2014, 03:29:48
at work - Filco TKL MX brown with RETRO DSA

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at home - Filco TKL MX blue with WYSE DSA

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sakai4eva on Thu, 27 March 2014, 03:47:46
At work, KBT Oni TKL MX Brown.
At home, Realforce 104-key 45g uniform.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 27 March 2014, 04:58:34
at work - Filco TKL MX brown with RETRO DSA

(Attachment Link)

at home - Filco TKL MX blue with WYSE DSA

(Attachment Link)

DSA fan? :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Thu, 27 March 2014, 05:00:07
at work - Filco TKL MX brown with RETRO DSA

(Attachment Link)

at home - Filco TKL MX blue with WYSE DSA

(Attachment Link)

DSA fan? :p

damn! what gave me away? :P

i also have HF DSA and MACROSS DSA on the way and getting the PBT DSA too :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Thu, 27 March 2014, 09:39:07
Filco Majestouch 2. :)

(http://oi57.tinypic.com/w1f88.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 27 March 2014, 09:49:47
Using my Filco MJ2 as well. Kinda developed a love hate relationship with this over the past few months. After a good year of using cherry mx blue switches, I am getting a bit tired of them. Once the novatouch comes out, that will probably be my daily driver.

(http://i.imgur.com/vrMTdxY.jpg)

Had a friend over recently and they tried to lift it not knowing it was aluminum, quite funny XD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Thu, 27 March 2014, 10:08:19
Using my Filco MJ2 as well. Kinda developed a love hate relationship with this over the past few months. After a good year of using cherry mx blue switches, I am getting a bit tired of them. Once the novatouch comes out, that will probably be my daily driver.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vrMTdxY.jpg)


Had a friend over recently and they tried to lift it not knowing it was aluminum, quite funny XD
I had a friend who tried to lift my normal filco and he was very surprised by its weight, I can only imagine with a metal case :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Thu, 27 March 2014, 10:11:39
Using my Filco MJ2 as well. Kinda developed a love hate relationship with this over the past few months. After a good year of using cherry mx blue switches, I am getting a bit tired of them. Once the novatouch comes out, that will probably be my daily driver.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vrMTdxY.jpg)


Had a friend over recently and they tried to lift it not knowing it was aluminum, quite funny XD

I wish you had put some white keycaps on, would be such a beauty. :3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 27 March 2014, 10:13:05
Using my Filco MJ2 as well. Kinda developed a love hate relationship with this over the past few months. After a good year of using cherry mx blue switches, I am getting a bit tired of them. Once the novatouch comes out, that will probably be my daily driver.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vrMTdxY.jpg)


Had a friend over recently and they tried to lift it not knowing it was aluminum, quite funny XD

I wish you had put some white keycaps on, would be such a beauty. :3
I regret getting rid of my white banggood keycaps, I might order them again, they are so cheap it doesn't matter much :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Thu, 27 March 2014, 10:24:00
Using my Filco MJ2 as well. Kinda developed a love hate relationship with this over the past few months. After a good year of using cherry mx blue switches, I am getting a bit tired of them. Once the novatouch comes out, that will probably be my daily driver.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vrMTdxY.jpg)


Had a friend over recently and they tried to lift it not knowing it was aluminum, quite funny XD

I wish you had put some white keycaps on, would be such a beauty. :3
I regret getting rid of my white banggood keycaps, I might order them again, they are so cheap it doesn't matter much :P

Yeah, they're dirt cheap lol. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 27 March 2014, 15:55:18
QFR with 62g clears.

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/Curts_QFR_ERGO-CLEARS_1.jpg)

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/Curts_QFR-MXclears_1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Smasher816 on Thu, 27 March 2014, 17:01:48
I'm curious why F9 has an LED. And wouldn't greens be more fitting for a clicky key on a clear board then blues?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 27 March 2014, 17:09:14
And wouldn't greens be more fitting for a clicky key on a clear board then blues?

its an ergo clear board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 27 March 2014, 17:13:16
I'm curious why F9 has an LED. And wouldn't greens be more fitting for a clicky key on a clear board then blues?

On a QFR pressing Fn-F9 toggles the Windows key.  The LED under F9 lights when Win key is inactive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 27 March 2014, 19:21:30
Went from 55g 87U to Filco MX Black; and end-of-day it's CMQFR/MX Blue.
The 55g down force of the MX Blues feels good at day's end.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 27 March 2014, 19:24:38
f xt
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Thu, 27 March 2014, 19:48:27
Frankenstein-ed YOTS. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ethaniel on Thu, 27 March 2014, 20:29:43
Compaq MX-11800 with WYSE keys.

where'd you get the 2x shift? Does the WYSE come with one? If so thats sweet

I just cheated a bit. XD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Fri, 28 March 2014, 09:57:01
Got myself an CM QF XT mx brown today for work :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 28 March 2014, 09:59:22
For the next two weeks, daily driver will be my phone's keyboard. It's not even mechanical!

/me sobs

To all those who were concerned, I have been reunited with my Filco and SSK. Happy endings do come true :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Fri, 28 March 2014, 12:38:22
It's CMQFR day. The more I use this sound-dampened keyboard, the more I like it.
I can't break away from these great feeling, tactile, Cherry MX Blue key switches...
not even with 55g 87U on my desk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Beca on Fri, 28 March 2014, 14:19:38
I just got the Realforce 55g; I thought it would too heavy for my weak, spindly fingers but I am loving how it feels.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 29 March 2014, 12:11:35
Realforce 87UB/55-gram.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Sat, 29 March 2014, 12:19:49
Leopold FC500RC with Cherry Blues

Anxiously awaiting my first topre board in the mail.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jabar on Sat, 29 March 2014, 14:15:31
Been using my Max Nighthawk X8 with purple LEDs for many months now...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thestage on Sat, 29 March 2014, 17:35:15
Just got my Leopold FC660c today.  It's my first experience with topre and I'm pretty much an instant convert.  I kind of want to do something about the crappy space bar sound, though.

Like everyone else who falls for topre, I'm no pretty interested in the realforce 55 switches.  Down the rabbit hole....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Sat, 29 March 2014, 17:49:54
It's CMQFR day. The more I use this sound-dampened keyboard, the more I like it.
I can't break away from these great feeling, tactile, Cherry MX Blue key switches...
not even with 55g 87U on my desk.

Realforce 87UB/55-gram.

Thank god! If you'd stuck with MX blues over 55g topre, something would have had to be very, very wrong with the world.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 30 March 2014, 06:26:57
It's CMQFR day. The more I use this sound-dampened keyboard, the more I like it.
I can't break away from these great feeling, tactile, Cherry MX Blue key switches...
not even with 55g 87U on my desk.

Realforce 87UB/55-gram.

Thank god! If you'd stuck with MX blues over 55g topre, something would have had to be very, very wrong with the world.

You mean if he'd stuck with clicky and tactile switches and not rubber-domish mushy Topre ones?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 30 March 2014, 06:39:32
It's CMQFR day. The more I use this sound-dampened keyboard, the more I like it.
I can't break away from these great feeling, tactile, Cherry MX Blue key switches...
not even with 55g 87U on my desk.

Realforce 87UB/55-gram.

Thank god! If you'd stuck with MX blues over 55g topre, something would have had to be very, very wrong with the world.

You mean if he'd stuck with clicky and tactile switches and not rubber-domish mushy Topre ones?

 :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 30 March 2014, 11:03:52
It's CMQFR day. The more I use this sound-dampened keyboard, the more I like it.
I can't break away from these great feeling, tactile, Cherry MX Blue key switches...
not even with 55g 87U on my desk.

Realforce 87UB/55-gram.

Thank god! If you'd stuck with MX blues over 55g topre, something would have had to be very, very wrong with the world.

You mean if he'd stuck with clicky and tactile switches and not rubber-domish mushy Topre ones?

 :blank:

Relax, I'm joking around :) I don't love Topre, but then again, I don't have nothing against them :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sun, 30 March 2014, 11:42:06
It's CMQFR day. The more I use this sound-dampened keyboard, the more I like it.
I can't break away from these great feeling, tactile, Cherry MX Blue key switches...
not even with 55g 87U on my desk.

Realforce 87UB/55-gram.

Thank god! If you'd stuck with MX blues over 55g topre, something would have had to be very, very wrong with the world.

I agree . The MX Blue switch is a nice alternative; but it's not a replacement for Topre's 55g switch.
I'm using my 87U more of the time; and the more I use it, the more it feels like 'the' keyboard for me.
Whenever I stray from the 87UB, returning to it is an absolute in key-switch feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lotus1109 on Sun, 30 March 2014, 12:03:51
Ducky shine2 stock brown switches with gray imsto blank :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nuclearsandwich on Sun, 30 March 2014, 15:44:23
For the past week I've been typing (and doing just a bit of gaming) on a KingSaver with tactile salmon Alps. It's the nicest typing experience I've had. It makes enough noise to satisfy my preference for noisy, clicky, keyboards but is quiet enough I think I could take it to work without an injunction from my coworkers. The Wang keycaps on it have unusual legends in places and the bottom row modifiers are really really short compared to the spacebar but it doesn't affect the typing experience all that much. It also has scooped F & J instead of raised dots or dashes, which took longer to find at first but now I'm used to them are far more comfortable than the raised bumps.

Since it's a winkeyless board and I make frequent use of the Windows/Command key in my regular work and play I've remapped the keyboard to use my "soft spoken" layout. Caps lock -> RControl. RControl -> Windows/Command. Beyond that I use a standard 84 key layout. I haven't decided if this is a keyboard for the office or a keyboard for home. At least while I'm only in the office once a week it will probably stay home.

Edit: Mentioned also the F & J scoops <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 03 April 2014, 10:14:51
Corsair Vengeance K65/MX Red key switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Thu, 03 April 2014, 13:45:56
Have been using an FC660C for quite a while now, haven't switched to an MX board in a while. Haven't really used my computer recently as I'm waiting on a new battery.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hasu on Thu, 03 April 2014, 19:41:48
I'm on the road now and using Lenovo ThinkPad X201s. To be honest, it is awful if not the worst.
I'm looking for better laptop these days.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Smasher816 on Thu, 03 April 2014, 19:43:16
I'm on the road now and using Lenovo ThinkPad X201s. To be honest, it is awful if not the worst.
I'm looking for better laptop these days.

Put your hhkb on top of your thinkpad's keyboard :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 04 April 2014, 14:00:21
Typing on HHKB for general usage and gaming on lubed 62g ergo-clears for gaming.

(http://i.imgur.com/Tn6gqdw.jpg)

55g Realforce for EVURRTHANG whenever the craving comes, which is often lol :D

(http://i.imgur.com/bWwgdUe.jpg)

Going back and forth between 3 keyboards is a lot of work, and a lot of desk space :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ynrozturk on Fri, 04 April 2014, 15:00:54
My Razer Blackwidow Tournament Edition.

(http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu169/ynrozturk/1010693_10151961362961481_76504229_n_zps245da0b5.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Demetrium on Fri, 04 April 2014, 15:41:01
I use...

Das Keyboard browns at work (formerly blues)
CM Storm Trigger reds at home

I really like this setup. The browns are great for work since they're not as loud (as they could be) and I really enjoy the feel of reds for gaming. Das Keyboards are kind of expensive but it was the first mechanical I got a very long time ago, and their build quality is really good/sturdy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 04 April 2014, 15:45:05
Right now I'm alternating between my Unicomp BS one and new Poker II. As poker is better for gaming but writing long text is far more enjoyable on buckle spring board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 04 April 2014, 20:59:41
Typing on HHKB for general usage and gaming on lubed 62g ergo-clears for gaming.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Tn6gqdw.jpg)


55g Realforce for EVURRTHANG whenever the craving comes, which is often lol :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/bWwgdUe.jpg)


Going back and forth between 3 keyboards is a lot of work, and a lot of desk space :P

Time for a bigger desk, methinks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1pq on Fri, 04 April 2014, 21:03:04
Typing on HHKB for general usage and gaming on lubed 62g ergo-clears for gaming.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Tn6gqdw.jpg)


55g Realforce for EVURRTHANG whenever the craving comes, which is often lol :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/bWwgdUe.jpg)


Going back and forth between 3 keyboards is a lot of work, and a lot of desk space :P

Time for a bigger desk, methinks.

Time for a custom cable for that 23u, methinks :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Fri, 04 April 2014, 21:06:24
BlackBerry Q10

One hand warrior... :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 04 April 2014, 21:12:22
Typing on HHKB for general usage and gaming on lubed 62g ergo-clears for gaming.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Tn6gqdw.jpg)


55g Realforce for EVURRTHANG whenever the craving comes, which is often lol :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/bWwgdUe.jpg)


Going back and forth between 3 keyboards is a lot of work, and a lot of desk space :P

Time for a bigger desk, methinks.

:)) You're most probably right, good sir! My desk is actually really freaking huge because my dad made it so my brother and I could study on it together...STUDY PPPFFFFFFFFFFFFFF. It's just I have too much crap on it. Looks like I'll have to remanage my desk space later this week!



Time for a custom cable for that 23u, methinks :p

UGH! I've considered this but I'm too scared to do eeeet. A royal purple type color would be so sweet on it... I have so much MDPC-X sleeving too. Have so much Aquamarine???







This morning (4/5/14):

(http://i.imgur.com/M6IIY2P.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 05 April 2014, 00:10:58
I've been alternating between QFR MX black and Model M for a while at home.

During the week I switched back to HHKB, and was amazed how much more fun it was to type on Topre.

And also how light the 45g is.

Needs a 55g Topre board and run out of money - welcomes himself to Geekhack and Wallethack.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Sat, 05 April 2014, 14:45:39
@VesperSAINT

Those pictures are super cool! I like the HHKB design with the 4 color keycaps only haha

@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sat, 05 April 2014, 14:52:31
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 06 April 2014, 00:45:54
Snap!  Mirror image :)

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ajunakey on Sun, 06 April 2014, 02:19:31
Snap!  Mirror image :)

(Attachment Link)

that red esc & control key makes the board look pretty alpha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 06 April 2014, 04:49:27
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


Snap!  Mirror image :)

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<33333333 Imma do the blank version tomorrow!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 06 April 2014, 06:54:30
2Pac - Killuminati, too good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Sun, 06 April 2014, 11:45:53
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


The bent spacebar is ****ing cool. How did you mount it that way bro?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Sun, 06 April 2014, 11:48:12
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


The bent spacebar is ****ing cool. How did you mount it that way bro?

Flip it upside down, it's not hard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:08:53
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


Snap!  Mirror image :)

(Attachment Link)

My brothers...

(http://i.imgur.com/ClOaRKf.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/m5yixA2.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:11:07
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


Snap!  Mirror image :)

(Attachment Link)

My brothers...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ClOaRKf.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/m5yixA2.jpg)


Looks awesome :)

I really want a set of red blanks…
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:14:54
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


Snap!  Mirror image :)

(Attachment Link)

My brothers...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ClOaRKf.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/m5yixA2.jpg)


Looks awesome :)

I really want a set of red blanks…

Yours looks just as awesome, if not better. I want a black blank HHKB, which I could mod to 55g :\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glissant on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:15:16
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The one true cup rubber. ALL HAIL HYPNO CUPS
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:16:56
And so enters a beautiful black blank HHKB, just as I mention it :P Love it, brewski.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:18:36
@Everyone

More pictures please post some keyboards in here.

Okay

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tBTSjpC.png)


Snap!  Mirror image :)

(Attachment Link)

My brothers...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ClOaRKf.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/m5yixA2.jpg)


:blank:

:))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:19:41
Hee hee ~ I told you I would, so I did :D Mine is literally the blank version of yours ~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glissant on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:20:35
And so enters a beautiful black blank HHKB, just as I mention it :P Love it, brewski.

You summon, and I come. PURPLE BROS UNITE!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:24:30
Hee hee ~ I told you I would, so I did :D Mine is literally the blank version of yours ~

Indeed it is!

There is something about blank keyboards that make them more a work of art than a workhorse.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 06 April 2014, 17:26:12
And so enters a beautiful black blank HHKB, just as I mention it :P Love it, brewski.

You summon, and I come. PURPLE BROS UNITE!

(http://img.4plebs.org/boards/pol/image/1386/34/1386340357753.jpg)

MFW last picture I hotlinked of manly tears was turned into goatse. damn you, internet.


Hee hee ~ I told you I would, so I did :D Mine is literally the blank version of yours ~

Indeed it is!

There is something about blank keyboards that make them more a work of art than a workhorse.

I can see what you're saying. Just something about the purity of blank boards, but lettered HHKB's look elegant ~ I like lettered just as much. I'm tempted to buy a set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sun, 06 April 2014, 19:22:43
Nordic Ducky Mini and Pure Limited!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tricheboars on Sun, 06 April 2014, 21:22:53
my just finished ergodox! full aluminum hand version with clears and SA caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sun, 06 April 2014, 23:45:11
my just finished ergodox! full aluminum hand version with clears and SA caps.

niceeeee

I know youve been waiting on that for months
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photekq on Sun, 06 April 2014, 23:48:40
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My favourite reaction face now in full colour. Glorious!
(http://i.imgur.com/KBSbLLG.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Mon, 07 April 2014, 00:03:12
Using my brand new TG3 with MX Blacks. Odd thing was, it came installed with some weird rubber dome cover underneath the keys. I removed it because it made the switches even heavier than it already is. I've been typing on it for a while now, and I can see why some people say it can get fatiguing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tricheboars on Mon, 07 April 2014, 00:05:23
my just finished ergodox! full aluminum hand version with clears and SA caps.

niceeeee

I know youve been waiting on that for months

it was worth the wait.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 07 April 2014, 02:55:37
Show Image
(http://img.4plebs.org/boards/pol/image/1386/34/1386340357753.jpg)

My favourite reaction face now in full colour. Glorious!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/KBSbLLG.jpg)


:D Man... I was posted some other picture from FotNS via Google image and it was turned into Goatse while being hotlinked... Let's just say I changed it to that one in a heartbeat. LOL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SSIPAK on Mon, 07 April 2014, 14:31:13
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 07 April 2014, 14:32:44
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

Enjoy the feels! The 660C is hands down the best feeling 45g Topre, evarrrrrrr~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 07 April 2014, 14:34:16
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

Everyone is going FC660C! Leopold and EK must be happy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JaccoW on Mon, 07 April 2014, 15:19:05
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)
Everyone is going FC660C! Leopold and EK must be happy.
It's a brilliant layout. I even find myself Fn + left arrow when I want to use Home on my TKL now. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 07 April 2014, 17:29:16
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

The orange keyboard!

Now you need some pink keycaps to match your mouse :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shayde on Mon, 07 April 2014, 23:05:14
Just upgraded to a Ducky YOTS with MX blacks.

(http://imgur.com/o8dWLp6.jpg)

I wasn't a fan of the reds but I'm quite liking the blacks.  I thought I didn't like the reds because they were linear but maybe it was because they were just too soft.  Blacks seem just the right stiffness for me, and I'm not missing the tactile feedback.

This is also my first aluminium board, and it's rather sharp - literally as well as figuratively.  I've already taken some skin off with the bottom edge of the luma top.   :))

It's a shame Ducky didn't do a YOTS TKL board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 07 April 2014, 23:08:22
loving the thrwang of the model f
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 07 April 2014, 23:21:16
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)
Everyone is going FC660C! Leopold and EK must be happy.
It's a brilliant layout. I even find myself Fn + left arrow when I want to use Home on my TKL now. :P

For real. I can't really think of anyone who really would want an HHKB layout over FC660 layout given that it's only one key wider with so much more functionality and (apparently) the best feeling 45g Topres available, unless the appearance was a big deal. Still think that creative and functional > minimalist.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 07 April 2014, 23:34:03
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

Everyone is going FC660C! Leopold and EK must be happy.

I really want to get one for my first Topre board, but the last few times I got the funds together to get one EK was sold out of the printed version.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 07 April 2014, 23:48:37
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

Everyone is going FC660C! Leopold and EK must be happy.

I really want to get one for my first Topre board, but the last few times I got the funds together to get one EK was sold out of the printed version.

PM sent :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 07 April 2014, 23:50:13
Just upgraded to a Ducky YOTS with MX blacks.

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(http://imgur.com/o8dWLp6.jpg)


I wasn't a fan of the reds but I'm quite liking the blacks.  I thought I didn't like the reds because they were linear but maybe it was because they were just too soft.  Blacks seem just the right stiffness for me, and I'm not missing the tactile feedback.

This is also my first aluminium board, and it's rather sharp - literally as well as figuratively.  I've already taken some skin off with the bottom edge of the luma top.   :))

It's a shame Ducky didn't do a YOTS TKL board.


Nice one!

White LED?  They seem to go well with the aluminium case.

First time I have heard of someone injuring themself on the case though :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shayde on Tue, 08 April 2014, 02:11:00
Nice one!

White LED?  They seem to go well with the aluminium case.

First time I have heard of someone injuring themself on the case though :p

White LED, yup.  The picture was taken with the lowest LED brightness too, so those suckers sure show up well.

Maybe no-one else has admitted to hurting themselves on one.  ;D  The base edges don't feel like they've had any machining done to them, so they are quite razor-like.  But it's hard to be mad at this keyboard.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SSIPAK on Tue, 08 April 2014, 02:43:09
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

The orange keyboard!

Now you need some pink keycaps to match your mouse :)
I really wish that Topre keycaps were still in production.  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 08 April 2014, 05:28:05
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

The orange keyboard!

Now you need some pink keycaps to match your mouse :)
I really wish that Topre keycaps were still in production.  :(

Sets do turn up in Classifieds from time to time.  You have to be right place right time though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SSIPAK on Tue, 08 April 2014, 06:56:08
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

The orange keyboard!

Now you need some pink keycaps to match your mouse :)
I really wish that Topre keycaps were still in production.  :(

Sets do turn up in Classifieds from time to time.  You have to be right place right time though.
I will try but I am usually bad at these things  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ironic moustache on Tue, 08 April 2014, 08:22:50
This is the keyboard I'm currently using at home:

(http://i.imgur.com/Hpqw9JY.jpg)

CM Quickfire Stealth with MX Browns and a set of front printed white PBT keycaps of unknown provenance. Given the price, it's probably a set from Banggood? It's not a perfect fit, but only insofar as I had to swap F9 and F12 around. Pretty inconsequential as far as I'm concerned.

Enjoying the PBT keycaps quite a bit.

Work keyboard is a bog standard CM Quickfire TK, also with Browns, that I'm planning to sell/trade/something soon. Probably getting something with Blues for home (or wait for the Novatouch? OR BOTH???) and bringing this keyboard to work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: amigastar on Tue, 08 April 2014, 15:28:20
I stepped up from QPad Mk-50 (Brown) to Ducky DK2108 (also Brown switches)
I had the TTe sports meka to test with Black switches and what i really love about it was that every key was riggid like they were embedded in concrete.

But i plan to send the qpad back because it registers some keystrokes 2-3 times at once.
And with doing that i will change it to black for the mk-50.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Wed, 09 April 2014, 14:17:36
Realforce 87UB/55-gram:

Began the day with my K65/MX Red--could not get a feel for this keyboard today, too many typing errors, which was my fault.
Then I switched to my 87UB/55-gram; no typing errors; nothing but the sweet feel of 55-gram Topre key switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Wed, 09 April 2014, 15:04:21
Realforce 87UB/55-gram:

Began the day with my K65/MX Red--could not get a feel for this keyboard today, too many typing errors, which was my fault.
Then I switched to my 87UB/55-gram; no typing errors; nothing but the sweet feel of 55-gram Topre key switches.

SSKGuy, will you ever find the keyboard for you?                     
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Wed, 09 April 2014, 15:06:21
Poker 2 w/Blues at work.

It's been three days, and my boss hasn't complained about the noise yet, so I think I'm in the clear...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 09 April 2014, 15:08:05
kc84 w/ blacks

pretty nice for typing once u get used to it. havent gamed with it yet
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 09 April 2014, 15:18:02
Typing on my first experience with WASD keybords, a CODE full size board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Wed, 09 April 2014, 15:47:05
Realforce 87UB/55-gram:

Began the day with my K65/MX Red--could not get a feel for this keyboard today, too many typing errors, which was my fault.
Then I switched to my 87UB/55-gram; no typing errors; nothing but the sweet feel of 55-gram Topre key switches.

SSKGuy, will you ever find the keyboard for you?                     

I think you mean 'keyboards'! Settling on one keyboard is tantamount to wearing the same socks day-after-day. Now, about my sock drawer...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Thu, 10 April 2014, 12:15:00
Typing on my first experience with WASD keybords, a CODE full size board.

Clears, I presume?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 10 April 2014, 12:16:22
Typing on my first experience with WASD keybords, a CODE full size board.

Clears, I presume?

Oh yeah definitely. I forgot the CODE comes with other switches now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Linkbane on Thu, 10 April 2014, 12:17:08
Typing on my first experience with WASD keybords, a CODE full size board.

Clears, I presume?

Oh yeah definitely. I forgot the CODE comes with other switches now.

Hehe, very nice. And that response speed..   :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Thu, 10 April 2014, 12:30:41
It's finally here! My first Topre keyboard!  :p
(Attachment Link)

It's gorgeous! Good buy, my favorite board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Thu, 10 April 2014, 14:48:22
HHKB Pro 2. <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kliee on Thu, 10 April 2014, 18:35:19
After 1 year of infidelity, I'm going back to Buckling Springs with my "new" Model M 1391401!

Slowly but surely readapting to strong switches after one year of Mx Blues and Topres... Definitely worth it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 10 April 2014, 18:50:15
Using my mx black poker 2, I am probably done with the mx blue filco.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Thu, 10 April 2014, 19:01:49
AT F at home, HHKB 2 everywhere else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 10 April 2014, 19:09:22
Realforce 87UB/55-gram
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: compgeke on Thu, 10 April 2014, 23:49:15
Rosewill RK9000 with MX Reds, 50A O-Rings and a Black Petal controller. Takes a while to get used to after coming from a Model M 10 minutes ago.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Fri, 11 April 2014, 12:42:22
Corsair Vengeance K65/MX Red --> Realforce 87UB/55-gram

I changed the keyboard's elevation to 7/8" (KB base to tabletop), which is a bit more than
double the height when the on-board legs are extended; the additional pitch feels good.
The MX Red is fun to use, but... I ended the day in keyboard Satori: 87UB/55-gram
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 11 April 2014, 12:45:00
Switched back to my ducky shine 2 with clears and dolch :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Fri, 11 April 2014, 12:50:12
Switched back to my ducky shine 2 with clears and dolch :D

How do you like your WASD Code/MX Clear? Are the Clears similar to another switch you've used?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Sat, 12 April 2014, 08:47:05
AT Model F

This thing is fk'n amazing. It makes my Model M feel dull, sluggish, and muted by comparison. I'm told that I still need to try a bolt-modded SSK before making the final judgement call, but I'm having trouble believing it can hold a candle to the Model F.

I dream of one of these fellas with a HHKB layout…

need… kishsaver…
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 12 April 2014, 18:27:09
Corsair K65 sans red o-rings

I added red o-rings to my MX Red keyboard and lived with them for one day.  It turns out the o-rings brought
about a considerable, negative, change in feel for me. I removed them today and the keyboard and I are again
working as one. Some love o-rings. I vacillated between using them and had to satisfy my curiosity. In a line
taken and  edited fromTreasure of the Sierra Madre, "O-rings! We don't need no stinkin' o-rings." I prefer
the feel of the switch sans anything restricting its 4mm travel--I, for the most part, bottom-out the majority of
my key strikes. Approaching harmony, emphasis on approaching, with a new key switch is a fine feeling.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sat, 12 April 2014, 18:36:05
kc84 blacks

amazing to type on idk why
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blighty on Sun, 13 April 2014, 06:52:44
kc84 blacks

amazing to type on idk why

Because it warms your heart knowing that any keyset you put on the board will be worth more the the board itself?  I rotate between a kc84 (mx black with R4 SPH), 2 Filcos (both mx black, one with filco doubleshots, other with WoB Cherry doubleshots and white pbt spacebar), and a Type Cover 2, depending on what computer I am in front of/working on/gaming with...   
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuxsavvy on Sun, 13 April 2014, 11:46:44
Northgate Omnikey 101.

I finally got around to try and fix my self created issues with the keyboard and understood some of the quirks that comes along with it. The only thing left for me now is to try and get used to the tactility of the keyboard which initially I have to admit was a little harsh on my fingers which were mainly accustomed to linear or Topre switches.

Also, I love the DIP switch functionalities along with some of the cool things restricted to keyboards like this. Swapping of Caps Lock with Control (which mimicks Sun-like layout), Dvorak (which I don't have it enabled currently) and apparently the keyboard will also print the version of its firmware when one holds down both shift keys along with F8.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrelectric on Sun, 13 April 2014, 13:50:32
Filco MX Blues full sized :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 13 April 2014, 13:54:16
kc84 blacks

amazing to type on idk why

Because it warms your heart knowing that any keyset you put on the board will be worth more the the board itself?  I rotate between a kc84 (mx black with R4 SPH), 2 Filcos (both mx black, one with filco doubleshots, other with WoB Cherry doubleshots and white pbt spacebar), and a Type Cover 2, depending on what computer I am in front of/working on/gaming with...

Well not any...KC84 cost $51 and I'm using an Cherry DS set that I got for $25
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blighty on Sun, 13 April 2014, 15:05:25
Well not any...KC84 cost $51 and I'm using an Cherry DS set that I got for $25
Nice.  Kind of surprised that you were able to get both the 1.25 and 1u mods for that. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 13 April 2014, 15:06:46
Well not any...KC84 cost $51 and I'm using an Cherry DS set that I got for $25
Nice.  Kind of surprised that you were able to get both the 1.25 and 1u mods for that.

its kinda incomplete, the 1x mods are 123 on numpad and spacebar and shift are still stock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sun, 13 April 2014, 16:17:46
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!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 13 April 2014, 16:21:31
Tried to use my Filco for a little while after just getting used to my HHKB... was like NOPE, and went back to my HHKB promptly. The HHKB backspace and control placement is just too good. I guess I'll set up some AHK script to mimic the HHKB layout, because I still like MX switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: neunelfer on Sun, 13 April 2014, 17:47:39
Tried to use my Filco for a little while after just getting used to my HHKB... was like NOPE, and went back to my HHKB promptly. The HHKB backspace and control placement is just too good. I guess I'll set up some AHK script to mimic the HHKB layout, because I still like MX switches.

The same thing happened to me. I would recommend just keep trying to adapt to the difference, after a little while I can now switch seamlessly between the two different layouts.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 13 April 2014, 17:48:58
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?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 13 April 2014, 21:08:01
Switched back to my ducky shine 2 with clears and dolch :D

How do you like your WASD Code/MX Clear? Are the Clears similar to another switch you've used?

The code is ok I guess. I need to get some GMK caps for it.

The clears in the code seem to have a different sound than the ones in my ducky, not sure what that is about but they feel pretty much the same.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AuRinBei on Sun, 13 April 2014, 23:03:06
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Mon, 14 April 2014, 00:09:54
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?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 14 April 2014, 00:45:04
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Mon, 14 April 2014, 13:38:13
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 19 April 2014, 16:07:25
Half the day with a Realforce 87UB; and half with a Corsair K65/MX Red keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: System32 on Sat, 19 April 2014, 17:23:22
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..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 19 April 2014, 17:48:52
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?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: maatmouse on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:19:00
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:19:45
Can't move away from dat HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:21:37
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:31:35
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:35:28
Still gettin it with the Filco MJ2!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: System32 on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:36:37
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 19 April 2014, 18:41:28
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: System32 on Sat, 19 April 2014, 19:34:36
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!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skrotnisse on Mon, 21 April 2014, 07:13:54
A Ducky Yellow Yellow Yellow. Because it´s so yellow!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Mon, 21 April 2014, 07:24:04
Filco "Otaku" Majestouch TKL :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frvrngn on Mon, 21 April 2014, 08:47:00
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. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Furobins on Mon, 21 April 2014, 11:52:33
Filco Majestouch 2 full red/aluminum Poker II red at work, FC600c/Filco Tenkeyless blue at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 21 April 2014, 12:23:48
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...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 21 April 2014, 13:47:52
Realforce 87UB, 55-gram key switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Mon, 21 April 2014, 13:49:37
Realforce 87UB, 55-gram key switches.

that's not the right keyboard for a SSKGuy!  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 21 April 2014, 13:49:46
I forgot my Filco at home...so I'm on a Microsoft Ergonomic 4000. A rubber dome! The horror :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Mon, 21 April 2014, 13:51:15
this

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 21 April 2014, 17:31:50
this

(Attachment Link)

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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iisshaun on Mon, 21 April 2014, 23:34:45
Currently my WASD Custom V1 with Blue switches. Waiting on the KBT Pure Pro with blues to arrive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 22 April 2014, 05:29:20
A Ducky Yellow Yellow Yellow. Because it´s so yellow!

Good man - that's the way to go! ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WONDERBRIGHT on Tue, 22 April 2014, 06:22:15
6Gv2 with Cherry MX Red Switches and Ducky Shine 3 with Cherry MX Blue Switches ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atlas3686 on Tue, 22 April 2014, 07:12:26
this

(Attachment Link)

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  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Tue, 22 April 2014, 11:25:30
this

(Attachment Link)

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:

(http://geekhack.org/profile_pictures/16944_1373663021.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: reefchief on Tue, 22 April 2014, 11:30:03
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Tue, 22 April 2014, 11:47:19
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 :)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Tue, 22 April 2014, 12:20:00
I forgot my Filco at home...so I'm on a Microsoft Ergonomic 4000. A rubber dome! The horror :(
*shudders*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Tue, 22 April 2014, 12:29:17
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. :thumb:

Here is a little camera phone shot:

(http://i.imgur.com/KUVVk4I.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 22 April 2014, 13:51:32
laptop keyboard :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atlas3686 on Tue, 22 April 2014, 14:11:04
this

(Attachment Link)

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:

Show Image
(http://geekhack.org/profile_pictures/16944_1373663021.JPG)


Your SSK is so sweet Snoopy  :thumb: :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Wed, 23 April 2014, 19:06:22
IBM XT with HHKB - Mac layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rafen on Wed, 23 April 2014, 19:20:12
I have been using a QFR @ home and a Poker II @ work, both with cherry mx browns. Love both boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Wed, 23 April 2014, 19:30:41
this

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Mr. Friday BS!  :eek: Nice IBM too!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Awful on Wed, 23 April 2014, 19:42:14
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.


(http://i.imgur.com/sv3lCMm.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 23 April 2014, 19:42:52
tk w/ reds. Going to game on it later
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Thu, 24 April 2014, 14:39:13
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 24 April 2014, 21:21:19
Corsair K65/MX Red for the entire day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: barryberry on Fri, 25 April 2014, 01:47:01
Work: KBT RACE II (Red)
Home: Razer Blackwidow ultimate (Blue)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Fri, 25 April 2014, 01:54:48
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?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Fri, 25 April 2014, 04:14:42
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.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Fri, 25 April 2014, 07:14:23
Brought my Leopold FC660C into work today. ;D :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Premonition on Fri, 25 April 2014, 12:34:20
Loving gaming and typing on a QF TK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Fri, 25 April 2014, 15:18:49
BACK ON MY 55g TOPRE, SUCKAS
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Fri, 25 April 2014, 16:27:04
das keyboard 4. after i spilled coffee on the mac version  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ironic moustache on Fri, 25 April 2014, 20:21:06
Got a Poker 2 with Blues in the mail a couple of days ago and have been trying to use it EVERYWHERE (within reason). I didn't like Blues that much when I first tried them on a different board, but somehow this time they make (almost) perfect sense. Time to get some keycaps, now...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Fri, 25 April 2014, 23:05:02
home

ducky 1087/green alps............swapped out most caps with bow ds

wang 724/orange alps with orig pbt caps

office

realforce 87/55u

model m when i can get away with it  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 25 April 2014, 23:41:17
home

ducky 1087/green alps............swapped out most caps with bow ds

wang 724/orange alps with orig pbt caps

office

realforce 87/55u

model m when i can get away with it  :eek:

Nice.  I have been wanting one of the Ducky TKL's with green ALPS.  Can't find anyone selling one anywhere.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Fri, 25 April 2014, 23:44:01
home

ducky 1087/green alps............swapped out most caps with bow ds

wang 724/orange alps with orig pbt caps

office

realforce 87/55u

model m when i can get away with it  :eek:

Nice.  I have been wanting one of the Ducky TKL's with green ALPS.  Can't find anyone selling one anywhere.

That and the filco zero. Want some small alps board with at least 6kro
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 25 April 2014, 23:46:22
home

ducky 1087/green alps............swapped out most caps with bow ds

wang 724/orange alps with orig pbt caps

office

realforce 87/55u

model m when i can get away with it  :eek:

Nice.  I have been wanting one of the Ducky TKL's with green ALPS.  Can't find anyone selling one anywhere.

That and the filco zero. Want some small alps board with at least 6kro

Yea I have been looking for a Zero for a while, but everyone else always gets to them before me :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Sat, 26 April 2014, 11:54:44
yup..........they (dk1087/green alps) are hard to find for sure :(

i think bunny might have one still nib if i recollect?

i would rather have a zero, but they are even harder to find!

i know a lot of people didn't like the ducky alps, but i love it- the clank'ier the better for me

the stock keycaps are horrible, but i knew that when i bought it. i bought to switch out :cool:

the wang with the "orange alps"..........what can i say as i love it :p

i'm a sucker for the older boards anyway- you get some real duds sometimes, but i take the chance on getting a gem
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Sat, 26 April 2014, 15:03:38
das keyboard 4. after i spilled coffee on the mac version  :))

Review? I really like the direction they went design wise, but I'm wary of their new OEM :-\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sat, 26 April 2014, 18:25:45
Trying out this peasant keyboard called Filco Majestouch 2 (MX Blue) for tonight. :P

(http://i58.tinypic.com/27zk8wk.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sat, 26 April 2014, 18:30:07
Trying out this peasant keyboard called Filco Majestouch 2 (MX Blue) for tonight. :P

Show Image
(http://i58.tinypic.com/27zk8wk.jpg)

I just recently desoldered mine, mx blues are so bleh to me, old/vintage blacks here I come.  :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sat, 26 April 2014, 18:34:39
Trying out this peasant keyboard called Filco Majestouch 2 (MX Blue) for tonight. :P

Show Image
(http://i58.tinypic.com/27zk8wk.jpg)

I just recently desoldered mine, mx blues are so bleh to me, old/vintage blacks here I come.  :P

^^^

I only like Blue and Red in MX flavor. Haven't tried teh vintage switches yet, but I've heard good things.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Sun, 27 April 2014, 00:26:43
das keyboard 4. after i spilled coffee on the mac version  :))

Review? I really like the direction they went design wise, but I'm wary of their new OEM :-\

I'll try and cook one up. It's not too shabby.

edit: a link for the review http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=57578.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sun, 27 April 2014, 11:55:49
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.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sv3lCMm.jpg)


Great looking KB. MX Blue switches under double-shot PBT key caps must have a nice feel. I switch between 55g Topre and MX Red keyboards; I think it's in our nature to change key switches. Enjoy the keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sun, 27 April 2014, 13:06:42
I actually have 4 boards on my desk right now, all plugged in and switching between the four.

This sentence is typed on my RK9000 with MX Reds.
This sentence is typed on my Max Nighthawk x8 with MX Browns.
This sentence is typed on my CM QFR with MX Blues.
This sentence is typed on my CM QFR, formerly with MX Blues, now modded to MX Clears.

Of the four, I think I like the Clears the best, then Blues, with Reds and Browns duking it out for last place.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 27 April 2014, 13:16:33
Back to my HHKB Pro 2. Going to use my Realforce soon, just need to receive some new springs first. :) Realforce feels nicer, but the HHKB destroys the RF in terms of layout and form factor, imo...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 27 April 2014, 15:38:30
I have Topre Typeheavens for both home and work.  I love them!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 27 April 2014, 15:42:49
I have Topre Typeheavens for both home and work.  I love them!
hows the build quality?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 27 April 2014, 15:52:07
I have Topre Typeheavens for both home and work.  I love them!
hows the build quality?

Realforce feels more solid; however the Typeheaven is more fun and comfortable to type on IMHO.

The only thing I'm jealous about on the Realforce is the variable option, I'm probably the only one that would love a variable Typeheaven.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sun, 27 April 2014, 18:19:02
After three days of using my K65/MX Reds, I've returned to my...
Realforce 87UB/55-gram. This keyboard is an absolute.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sun, 27 April 2014, 18:42:52
After three days of using my K65/MX Reds, I've returned to my...
Realforce 87UB/55-gram. This keyboard is an absolute.

No SSK? Seems a bit odd to me :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: marcusant on Sun, 27 April 2014, 22:03:36
I switch between a G80-8100 with clears (clears are really enjoyable after using them for a bit (my favorite switch), but switching back from something else makes them feel too tough and mushy) and a Lexmark Model M. I have a Leopold FC660M with blues on the way though for use on the go.

Pictures of the behemoths (spare me for my potato pics):
http://i.imgur.com/gVUrG6S.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/YtUi95k.png
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: okwchin on Mon, 28 April 2014, 10:34:57
Apple A1242 and A1255 keyboard. Chicklet 60% board with arrow keys and media keys. Functionally everything I need, and as far as chicklet keys go, one of the better feeling ones. Have been using apple chicklet keys since the first macbook white.

Recent acquisition, Ducky Shine 3 yellow yellow yellow board :) with brown switches. a month so far, and its not bad to type on. Quite a lot louder compared to an aluminium framed chicklet dome board, a very deep feel that makes my fingers sore with light use. Still getting used to the fact that a mechanical doesn't need full throw to activate the switches, trying hard not to bottom out too hard.

On the way, KBT Pure with bumblebee key set. Excited to return to the 60% form factor. As surprising as it is to me that I naturally make use of the numpad on the ducky, I much prefer to keep the mouse close. I have tried remapping ctl + wasd as my arrow keys, incase the bottom right keys don't work too smoothly.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 28 April 2014, 10:57:23
After three days of using my K65/MX Reds, I've returned to my...
Realforce 87UB/55-gram. This keyboard is an absolute.

No SSK? Seems a bit odd to me :P

SSK is tucked away. Replaced by the 87UB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glissant on Mon, 28 April 2014, 11:10:30
Something I would like to call chatter heaven


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lwls on Mon, 28 April 2014, 14:54:34
Steelseries 6gv2. *sniff*

My Ducky Mini is in the shop, converting blues into jailhouse blues.
I really miss the extra space.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:55:23
HHKB Pro 2 (just new) and Filco MJT 2 Ninja TKL with Browns and o-rings. Switching back and forth... not decided yet what will be my default, coming from browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Mon, 28 April 2014, 17:03:48
HHKB Pro 2 (just new) and Filco MJT 2 Ninja TKL with Browns and o-rings. Switching back and forth... not decided yet what will be my default, coming from browns.

Well if you decide you don't like the HHKB, I'm sure you'll be able to find a buyer for it here :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 28 April 2014, 17:36:05
Something I would like to call chatter heaven


(Attachment Link)

Veldig fint tastatur. Gled deg over dem.
In case I made a translation error: Very nice keyboards. Enjoy them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Heezy on Mon, 28 April 2014, 17:38:10
At the moment, I'm using Topre 55g, and sometimes mx Browns on my girlfriends computer. Waiting for my code to arrive from massdrop!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 28 April 2014, 17:49:33
HHKB Pro 2 (just new) and Filco MJT 2 Ninja TKL with Browns and o-rings. Switching back and forth... not decided yet what will be my default, coming from browns.

Well if you decide you don't like the HHKB, I'm sure you'll be able to find a buyer for it here :P

Hehe, thanks I'll keep that in mind :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 29 April 2014, 17:10:05
Been using the 55g/87UB; time to switch to the MX Red/K65 for a day or two so I can feel the smooth and sweet simplicity of 'emex reds' on an exposed keyboard. When I
bottom-out, which is pretty much with each keystroke, the key caps make a satisfying 'chock' sound on the keyboard's aluminum platen. This is an ever-so-nice change in feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 17:23:41
I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 29 April 2014, 17:26:35
I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.

We must be feeling a similar thing: I just tucked away my 55g Topre for my 45g K65 keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Tue, 29 April 2014, 17:59:09
I'm now using my new HHKB pro 2 and I'm really enjoying it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 29 April 2014, 18:08:29
I'm now using my new HHKB pro 2 and I'm really enjoying it.

What do you like better? I also recently switch from the Filco MJT2 TKL with Browns to the HHKB pro 2 (if I read your signature correctly). What do you think of the tactility on your HHKB? I am already planning on buying the Type S...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 29 April 2014, 18:14:27
I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.

Preferring 45g over 55g is not too crazy. However, not really a fan of how 45g feels on RF. The 660C on the other hand, dayum... it's like a lighter 55g because of how responsive and poppy it is. If the HHKB wasn't so much fun to thock on (and the layout), I'd probably be using the 660C over it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 29 April 2014, 18:34:49
I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.

Preferring 45g over 55g is not too crazy. However, not really a fan of how 45g feels on RF. The 660C on the other hand, dayum... it's like a lighter 55g because of how responsive and poppy it is. If the HHKB wasn't so much fun to thock on (and the layout), I'd probably be using the 660C over it.

Your comment is a convincing testimonial for an FC660C. And I said no more keyboards...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JaccoW on Tue, 29 April 2014, 18:43:14
I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.
Preferring 45g over 55g is not too crazy. However, not really a fan of how 45g feels on RF. The 660C on the other hand, dayum... it's like a lighter 55g because of how responsive and poppy it is. If the HHKB wasn't so much fun to thock on (and the layout), I'd probably be using the 660C over it.
Your comment is a convincing testimonial for an FC660C. And I said no more keyboards...
Hell, even I am tempted to buy a Topre now :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 18:49:39
There seems to be a difference in FC660Cs depending on their date of manufacture. Units from the original run are a lot squishier, and newer ones are firmer, almost a 50g feel. If that's what's most important to you, I advise against buying used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 29 April 2014, 19:17:36
I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.

Preferring 45g over 55g is not too crazy. However, not really a fan of how 45g feels on RF. The 660C on the other hand, dayum... it's like a lighter 55g because of how responsive and poppy it is. If the HHKB wasn't so much fun to thock on (and the layout), I'd probably be using the 660C over it.

Your comment is a convincing testimonial for an FC660C. And I said no more keyboards...

I'm still using my Realforce 104-DK from the Massdrop group buy. I know i'm in the minority, but I prefer 45g plate mounted topre's to 55g.
Preferring 45g over 55g is not too crazy. However, not really a fan of how 45g feels on RF. The 660C on the other hand, dayum... it's like a lighter 55g because of how responsive and poppy it is. If the HHKB wasn't so much fun to thock on (and the layout), I'd probably be using the 660C over it.
Your comment is a convincing testimonial for an FC660C. And I said no more keyboards...
Hell, even I am tempted to buy a Topre now :P


Eh he he ~ You should be! It's a great board. The way the 660C feels and sounds most closely resembles that of the 55g compared to that of the other 45g Topres, which is why I think the 660C is the best feeling 45g Topre. The 45g RF is definitely "squishier" and doesn't feel as responsive/poppy. This variation between the two plate mounted boards may have to do with the difference in construction and how much vibration/resonance there is within the cases *shrugs*. The HHKB kind of stands alone because of its case-mount, which is lacking a metal plate. It definitely has that squishy feel that the RF has but it's balanced out by the extra resonance/vibration from the plastic mounting. It definitely feels less sturdy but also makes it fun to type on, if that makes any sense. For this reason, I choose to have fun on the HHKB over the good feels of the 660C because when it comes to best feels, the 55g wins because I prefer the stiffer peak force at top.

I'd highly recommend the 660C as anyone's first Topre keyboard if you're going for purely best light feels. The keyboard is absolutely high quality, and the worry about the only one flaw, which is the pad printing, seems to have been resolved with blank version and a dye-sub version (soon in USA). The 66% layout is quite preferable to many as well with the dedicated arrow keys. The price is awesome too, even with the Nova coming out in the future. HOWEVER, I cannot guarantee safety of you wallet... A common curse of the 45g Topre is spending another $180-200+ on a 55g in the future :)) I speak from personal experience, and leading others down this path to the same results.


There seems to be a difference in FC660Cs depending on their date of manufacture. Units from the original run are a lot squishier, and newer ones are firmer, almost a 50g feel. If that's what's most important to you, I advise against buying used.

This is an interesting statement. Didn't know that. My 660C definitely felt a lot stiffer when I first got it brand new, but it's definitely broken in and gotten slightly slighter. Luckily though, it's still responsive and poppy as ever though. Are there different manufacturers/factories that make the Topre rubber cups?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 19:31:05
This is an interesting statement. Didn't know that. My 660C definitely felt a lot stiffer when I first got it brand new, but it's definitely broken in and gotten slightly slighter. Luckily though, it's still responsive and poppy as ever though. Are there different manufacturers/factories that make the Topre rubber cups?

I couldn't tell you. That statement is based on my own, subjective experience, and I have seen at least one other member make the same observation. I make no guarantees about what you'll get, but there's a pronounced difference in the older vs. newer units I've used (n=3).

The rest of your analysis re: 660 vs HHKB etc is spot on, as usual.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 29 April 2014, 19:34:51
This is an interesting statement. Didn't know that. My 660C definitely felt a lot stiffer when I first got it brand new, but it's definitely broken in and gotten slightly slighter. Luckily though, it's still responsive and poppy as ever though. Are there different manufacturers/factories that make the Topre rubber cups?

I couldn't tell you. That statement is based on my own, subjective experience, and I have seen at least one other member make the same observation. I make no guarantees about what you'll get, but there's a pronounced difference in the older vs. newer units I've used (n=3).

The rest of your analysis re: 660 vs HHKB etc is spot on, as usual.

Oo, I see! I'd definitely take your word on it because I know you have quite the experience with 660C :-* I should find the manufacture date of mine so I can add to your bank :) It'd also let me know how mine feels compared to that of yours. If mine happens to be an earlier date and I like the feel of this, I might like the feel of the newer ones even more!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 20:06:16
Alright, I just did some science.

(http://i.imgur.com/LyL0JvI.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/9gyB7Wg.jpg)

1 nickel = 5g

Blank Leo = purchased new by me from EK in Feb 2014, serial #944

Key 1: held 11 nickels, 12th collapsed the dome
Key 2: held 11 nickels, 12th collapsed the dome
Key 3: held 10 nickels, 11th collapsed the dome
Key 4: held 10 nickels, 11th collapsed the dome
Key 5: held 10 nickels, 11th collapsed the dome

Average force required to collapse domes: 57g

Printed Leo = I purchased used, but it was part of first production run, serial #419

Key 1: held 9 nickels, 10th collapsed the dome
Key 2: held 9 nickels, 10th collapsed the dome
Key 3: held 10 nickels, 11th collapsed the dome
Key 4: held 10 nickels, 11th collapsed the dome
Key 5: held 9 nickels, 10th collapsed the dome

Average force required to collapse domes: 52g

I did multiple trials on each key, until I was satisfied that the results were consistent.

So, it seems there is, on average, a 5g difference between the two models. Of course this is not statistically significant, but these two Leos are absolutely different.

Sadly, I don't have my 55g RF handy to use as a control.

If you want to post your serial number and test results, it would be interesting to see.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 20:07:00
Also, those are low as **** serial numbers, are there really that few 660s in existence?!?!?!?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 29 April 2014, 20:08:54
(http://www.drodd.com/images10/clapping-gif22.gif)

That is some awesome stuff!!!

Only concern is that your printed has seen more use and had more break-in time than the blank, but this shows that there definitely is either break-in or differences in weight among models! Excellent work, good sir. Just awesome!

I shall try to gather some nickels and do a test on mine!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 20:10:44
True, but according to the guy I bought the printed one from, it only saw occasional use over a 2-3 month period. I used my blank a lot since I bought it, and it didn't change. So I'm still inclined to think there's a production difference.

Need MOAR data
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 29 April 2014, 20:12:24
For KEYBOARD SCIENCE?


xD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 29 April 2014, 22:52:22
For KEYBOARD SCIENCE?


xD

god damn right. here is the first ever legit keyboard science experiment. http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=57706.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Wed, 30 April 2014, 00:04:58
I'm now using my new HHKB pro 2 and I'm really enjoying it.

What do you like better? I also recently switch from the Filco MJT2 TKL with Browns to the HHKB pro 2 (if I read your signature correctly). What do you think of the tactility on your HHKB? I am already planning on buying the Type S...
I'm really loving the thunk, but I still plant to use my Filco frequently since they're both great but completely different typing experiences.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 30 April 2014, 00:24:03
Back to the KC84 with blacks. CM quality is **** compared to something decent. PBT>the subpar ABS CM uses, Blacks>reds, list goes on and on
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Thu, 01 May 2014, 00:34:12
Using my Ducky G2Pro with stock MX Clears. Bought this board, loved it for a day, started to dislike it the next day. Left it in its box for a month or so, but damn it feels amazing to be back on Clears... So easy not to bottom out, it's insane. Raw tactility, love it. I can't imagine how freaking good ergo-clears is going to feel (62/65g).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Thu, 01 May 2014, 07:21:18
Using my Ducky G2Pro with stock MX Clears. Bought this board, loved it for a day, started to dislike it the next day. Left it in its box for a month or so, but damn it feels amazing to be back on Clears... So easy not to bottom out, it's insane. Raw tactility, love it. I can't imagine how freaking good ergo-clears is going to feel (62/65g).

What did you make dislike it after the first day?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bianco on Thu, 01 May 2014, 08:12:47
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Thu, 01 May 2014, 08:52:28
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.

Do you like the Code? Thinking about ordering one sooner or later.. Anxious to try out Clears, coming from Browns and Topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Thu, 01 May 2014, 15:34:52
Using my Ducky G2Pro with stock MX Clears. Bought this board, loved it for a day, started to dislike it the next day. Left it in its box for a month or so, but damn it feels amazing to be back on Clears... So easy not to bottom out, it's insane. Raw tactility, love it. I can't imagine how freaking good ergo-clears is going to feel (62/65g).

What did you make dislike it after the first day?

Same reason I got tired of it today as well, I start pressing the keys a bit too hard sometimes, especially while gaming, thus they feel a bit too heavy. I really want 62g or 65g ergo-clears...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 01 May 2014, 19:24:40
Fixed up a broken deck legend with blue lights and blacks. Got a replacement cable, and Spacebar was broken as was a capacitor, but those issues are now fixed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bianco on Fri, 02 May 2014, 02:37:43
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.

Do you like the Code? Thinking about ordering one sooner or later.. Anxious to try out Clears, coming from Browns and Topre.

yes, i do like the code in spite of the costar stablizers, which i'm not a fan of.
i've settled on mx clears after using topre (55g), mx brown and mx reds.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Fri, 02 May 2014, 09:40:57
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.

Do you like the Code? Thinking about ordering one sooner or later.. Anxious to try out Clears, coming from Browns and Topre.

yes, i do like the code in spite of the costar stablizers, which i'm not a fan of.
i've settled on mx clears after using topre (55g), mx brown and mx reds.


What's wrong with Costar stabilizers?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bianco on Fri, 02 May 2014, 10:26:31
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.

Do you like the Code? Thinking about ordering one sooner or later.. Anxious to try out Clears, coming from Browns and Topre.

yes, i do like the code in spite of the costar stablizers, which i'm not a fan of.
i've settled on mx clears after using topre (55g), mx brown and mx reds.


What's wrong with Costar stabilizers?

just a personal preference.
the cherry stabilizers are more convenient when replacing keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Fri, 02 May 2014, 10:45:15
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.

Do you like the Code? Thinking about ordering one sooner or later.. Anxious to try out Clears, coming from Browns and Topre.

yes, i do like the code in spite of the costar stablizers, which i'm not a fan of.
i've settled on mx clears after using topre (55g), mx brown and mx reds.


What's wrong with Costar stabilizers?

just a personal preference.
the cherry stabilizers are more convenient when replacing keycaps.


Thanks. Good thing to know, thinking about ordering a Code later.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Fri, 02 May 2014, 11:15:18
What's wrong with Costar stabilizers?
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just a personal preference.
the cherry stabilizers are more convenient when replacing keycaps.

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As  bianco said, it's personal preference. I prefer Cherry to Costar stabilizers because they operate smoothly, are easy to work with, and provide excellent key stability.

Today's keyboard: Corsair K65/MX Red; and it has quiet/smooth Cherry stabilizers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Txduck on Fri, 02 May 2014, 19:40:08
I'm using a Ducky 9087 S3 TKL with MX blues/red o-rings. The alphanumeric keys are black PBT double shots.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Fri, 02 May 2014, 19:43:40
Back on this after rotating through some Cherry MX keyboards for a few days.

(http://i.imgur.com/5TbMvWY.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Txduck on Fri, 02 May 2014, 19:46:01
Oops double post, sorry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 03 May 2014, 00:49:15
using ducky g2pro and wasd code. both mx clears.

Do you like the Code? Thinking about ordering one sooner or later.. Anxious to try out Clears, coming from Browns and Topre.

yes, i do like the code in spite of the costar stablizers, which i'm not a fan of.
i've settled on mx clears after using topre (55g), mx brown and mx reds.


What's wrong with Costar stabilizers?

just a personal preference.
the cherry stabilizers are more convenient when replacing keycaps.


Cherry might be more convenient, but less forgiving of warped keycaps, especially the longer ones like r-shift and space bar.

Costar is more fiddly to change, but much more tolerant of imperfect keycaps as the Costar stabiliser inserts can have quite a lot of lateral motion without affecting the switch operation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: noisyturtle on Sat, 03 May 2014, 01:05:47
Went back to my luber-stickered ergo-clear recently. Added an hid ld, some Originative Dolch which have a nice thickness. Put rubberized washers in-between all the internal screws and added one of those soft, non-slip mats to the inside of the Vortex case to soften and stabilize the overall feel. Finally, added a strip of Decal Grip to the bottom of the case for slippage. Overall feeling is extremely solid, allowing the full feel of the switches to be transferred to the fingertips. It's almost like typing on a solid block of granite, but with no reverberation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Txduck on Sat, 03 May 2014, 03:29:36
Went back to my luber-stickered ergo-clear recently. Added an hid ld, some Originative Dolch which have a nice thickness. Put rubberized washers in-between all the internal screws and added one of those soft, non-slip mats to the inside of the Vortex case to soften and stabilize the overall feel. Finally, added a strip of Decal Grip to the bottom of the case for slippage. Overall feeling is extremely solid, allowing the full feel of the switches to be transferred to the fingertips. It's almost like typing on a solid block of granite, but with no reverberation.

Sounds pretty cool turtle, but what is "Decal Grip"? I've never heard of it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sat, 03 May 2014, 10:27:43
Realforce 87UB/55-gram
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sat, 03 May 2014, 10:35:53
Using my Ducky G2Pro with stock MX Clears. Bought this board, loved it for a day, started to dislike it the next day. Left it in its box for a month or so, but damn it feels amazing to be back on Clears... So easy not to bottom out, it's insane. Raw tactility, love it. I can't imagine how freaking good ergo-clears is going to feel (62/65g).

What did you make dislike it after the first day?

Same reason I got tired of it today as well, I start pressing the keys a bit too hard sometimes, especially while gaming, thus they feel a bit too heavy. I really want 62g or 65g ergo-clears...

I agree, clears felt heavy for a day or two, but after using them almost exclusively for a week, they're by far my favourite. I can now go back and forth between my clears and my reds, and it only takes a few moments to adapt to the different weights.

Some people say whites are even better than clears, makes me want to try those next.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sat, 03 May 2014, 10:42:42
Using my Ducky G2Pro with stock MX Clears. Bought this board, loved it for a day, started to dislike it the next day. Left it in its box for a month or so, but damn it feels amazing to be back on Clears... So easy not to bottom out, it's insane. Raw tactility, love it. I can't imagine how freaking good ergo-clears is going to feel (62/65g).

What did you make dislike it after the first day?

Same reason I got tired of it today as well, I start pressing the keys a bit too hard sometimes, especially while gaming, thus they feel a bit too heavy. I really want 62g or 65g ergo-clears...

I agree, clears felt heavy for a day or two, but after using them almost exclusively for a week, they're by far my favourite. I can now go back and forth between my clears and my reds, and it only takes a few moments to adapt to the different weights.

Some people say whites are even better than clears, makes me want to try those next.

What do you especially like about them? I am wondering whether in practice it types lighter because the switch and the actuation force prevents you from bottoming out compared to my Browns. I am a bit worried that 65g springs on the code is a bit too heavy, coming from 45g Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sat, 03 May 2014, 14:12:51
What do you especially like about them? I am wondering whether in practice it types lighter because the switch and the actuation force prevents you from bottoming out compared to my Browns. I am a bit worried that 65g springs on the code is a bit too heavy, coming from 45g Browns.

They feel as tactile as my blues, slightly heavier, and they're quiet. I live in a dorm residence 8 months of the year, and people complained about my blues last year to no end.

I find that I bottom out the long stabilized keys on my clears, but not the other keys for whatever reason. Moving over to blues, I find myself bottoming out a bit, but not a lot on the alphas, and actually less on the stabilized keys than I do with the clears. I may just have trouble telling when I bottom out with the blues, I mostly identify that by feel.

Compared to browns, I definitely bottom out less than the browns when I'm typing fast, but if I slow down and try to focus on not bottoming out, I do much better. And then we have the reds which I bottom out on at least half the keystrokes, more if I'm racing to type fast. All told, I bottom out more often on lighter boards.

I guess if I really think about it, my preference is for highly tactile boards, and my living situation demands quiet boards. That makes clears the ticket. With reds, I try to emulate tactility by bottoming out, which makes it less efficient, but still fun to type on.

I got my clears by doing a switch swap, so I had the opportunity to try stock clears and clears with blue springs. Yes, there was the hanging issue that we so often hear about that's solved with 62 or 65g springs, but even without that, I felt the difference in weight was little enough that I could get used to them. Coming from browns, which are less tactile and have a lower actuation force based on the spring, it makes it that much more difficult to adjust. When I went from browns to blues, the latter felt heavier based on it being more tactile. However, I was able to adjust. Going to clears was again a smaller adjustment, as the spring just got a bit heavier.

If you're looking for more tactility without noise or increased weight, ergo clears are the way to go. If you're okay with noise and just want more tactility, go for blues instead. Several users here mod boards for others (myself included) and I'm sure any of us would be happy to do a spring swap for you.

From my tests with fake ergo clears, I found that it was still easy to not bottom out, part of that is due to the switch design, rather than the spring.

I've written all this over four keyboards, and I'm still not sure if I've answered your question or not :P  Hopefully I at least shed some light on the situation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sat, 03 May 2014, 15:19:45
What do you especially like about them? I am wondering whether in practice it types lighter because the switch and the actuation force prevents you from bottoming out compared to my Browns. I am a bit worried that 65g springs on the code is a bit too heavy, coming from 45g Browns.

They feel as tactile as my blues, slightly heavier, and they're quiet. I live in a dorm residence 8 months of the year, and people complained about my blues last year to no end.

I find that I bottom out the long stabilized keys on my clears, but not the other keys for whatever reason. Moving over to blues, I find myself bottoming out a bit, but not a lot on the alphas, and actually less on the stabilized keys than I do with the clears. I may just have trouble telling when I bottom out with the blues, I mostly identify that by feel.

Compared to browns, I definitely bottom out less than the browns when I'm typing fast, but if I slow down and try to focus on not bottoming out, I do much better. And then we have the reds which I bottom out on at least half the keystrokes, more if I'm racing to type fast. All told, I bottom out more often on lighter boards.

I guess if I really think about it, my preference is for highly tactile boards, and my living situation demands quiet boards. That makes clears the ticket. With reds, I try to emulate tactility by bottoming out, which makes it less efficient, but still fun to type on.

I got my clears by doing a switch swap, so I had the opportunity to try stock clears and clears with blue springs. Yes, there was the hanging issue that we so often hear about that's solved with 62 or 65g springs, but even without that, I felt the difference in weight was little enough that I could get used to them. Coming from browns, which are less tactile and have a lower actuation force based on the spring, it makes it that much more difficult to adjust. When I went from browns to blues, the latter felt heavier based on it being more tactile. However, I was able to adjust. Going to clears was again a smaller adjustment, as the spring just got a bit heavier.

If you're looking for more tactility without noise or increased weight, ergo clears are the way to go. If you're okay with noise and just want more tactility, go for blues instead. Several users here mod boards for others (myself included) and I'm sure any of us would be happy to do a spring swap for you.

From my tests with fake ergo clears, I found that it was still easy to not bottom out, part of that is due to the switch design, rather than the spring.

I've written all this over four keyboards, and I'm still not sure if I've answered your question or not :P  Hopefully I at least shed some light on the situation.

Thanks for the thorough explanation, this is exactly what I was looking for! Some questions, hope you don't mind :) What exactly are ergo clears? If it's the spring mod, what weight are the new springs? And also, the Code has 65 Clears, but I also read that some boards ship with 55s? Or is it always 65? And lastly, can you advise a good quality board with Clears? (like Filco IMHO)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sat, 03 May 2014, 19:34:53
Thanks for the thorough explanation, this is exactly what I was looking for! Some questions, hope you don't mind :) What exactly are ergo clears? If it's the spring mod, what weight are the new springs? And also, the Code has 65 Clears, but I also read that some boards ship with 55s? Or is it always 65? And lastly, can you advise a good quality board with Clears? (like Filco IMHO)

Going to take this to PM, seeing as this thread isn't really the place for it.

On topic: Back to browns (Nighthawk x8) for the moment. Probably related to helping iLLucionist :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sun, 04 May 2014, 13:43:56
[Happily] My G80-2100
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 05 May 2014, 19:28:00
(http://i.imgur.com/CsbbT7e.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Mon, 05 May 2014, 19:48:27
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Looking good!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Candyflip on Mon, 05 May 2014, 19:50:37
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So cool! This will be the pic I will show to people when arguing whether under glow is better than translucent keycaps.  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 05 May 2014, 19:52:34
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So cool! This will be the pic I will show to people when arguing whether under glow is better than translucent keycaps.  :))

Trans sucks.. I have yet to see a design that spreads light evenly
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 05 May 2014, 19:57:47
Thanks people :)

I wonder what it will look like when I get a green aluminum plate for it, right now it has a crystal clear acrylic plate on it and it glows that well, it can only get better I guess :P

"FaceW"
(http://i.imgur.com/arHkam3.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Mon, 05 May 2014, 20:25:29
Thanks people :)

I wonder what it will look like when I get a green aluminum plate for it, right now it has a crystal clear acrylic plate on it and it glows that well, it can only get better I guess :P

"FaceW"
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(http://i.imgur.com/arHkam3.jpg)


Dat underglow!
Hmm, would a green plate or a mirror finish plate help with diffusing the underglow better?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 05 May 2014, 20:35:12
Thanks people :)

I wonder what it will look like when I get a green aluminum plate for it, right now it has a crystal clear acrylic plate on it and it glows that well, it can only get better I guess :P

"FaceW"
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/arHkam3.jpg)


Dat underglow!
Hmm, would a green plate or a mirror finish plate help with diffusing the underglow better?
Yes, it's the reason most stock backlit keyboards have it, a plate matching the color of the backlight. Makes it super even. Mirrored plates also do that, but I am sure an actual colored plate would be better.

I'm still waiting on the green plate, but there is no hurry since I don't really want to desolder all of the switches and leds right away lol

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tjcaustin on Mon, 05 May 2014, 20:38:52
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7312/14115389622_bdbed3ff1c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA)IMG_1858.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Mon, 05 May 2014, 20:39:53
Thanks people :)

I wonder what it will look like when I get a green aluminum plate for it, right now it has a crystal clear acrylic plate on it and it glows that well, it can only get better I guess :P

"FaceW"
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/arHkam3.jpg)


Dat underglow!
Hmm, would a green plate or a mirror finish plate help with diffusing the underglow better?
Yes, it's the reason most stock backlit keyboards have it, a plate matching the color of the backlight. Makes it super even. Mirrored plates also do that, but I am sure an actual colored plate would be better.

I'm still waiting on the green plate, but there is no hurry since I don't really want to desolder all of the switches and leds right away lol

How about green transparent acrylic vs green aluminum plate?  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 05 May 2014, 20:47:18
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7312/14115389622_bdbed3ff1c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA)IMG_1858.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.

Is this an SP/GMK hybrid I see, or are those Olivetti?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tjcaustin on Mon, 05 May 2014, 20:49:22
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7312/14115389622_bdbed3ff1c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA)IMG_1858.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.

Is this an SP/GMK hybrid I see, or are those Olivetti?

No hybrid, but not real olivetti.  Is gmk olivetti, cmyk and purple.  Case is getting PCed in olivetti blue right now.  I also cabled everything in blue and am prepping my snowball to get painted blue.  I might be going to a theme.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 05 May 2014, 21:00:50
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.

Is this an SP/GMK hybrid I see, or are those Olivetti?

No hybrid, but not real olivetti.  Is gmk olivetti, cmyk and purple.  Case is getting PCed in olivetti blue right now.  I also cabled everything in blue and am prepping my snowball to get painted blue.  I might be going to a theme.

#legit #sifoTM ?

Also, looks like I need to find me some GMK Olivetti now...   :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Mon, 05 May 2014, 21:21:28
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7312/14115389622_bdbed3ff1c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA)IMG_1858.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.

I usually don't like that many colors in a cherry legend layout, but God Damn... that's hot
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 07 May 2014, 11:58:32
Typing on my FC660M with clears, I keep reaching for the number pad that isn't there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 07 May 2014, 16:20:36
My Realforce. Played some WoW, thus had to pull out the TKL. ^^^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 07 May 2014, 16:50:52
Typing on my FC660M with clears, I keep reaching for the number pad that isn't there.

Time to get a cool numpad for that baby!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Wed, 07 May 2014, 16:52:57
Corsair K65/MX Red today. My 87UB/55-gram is on holiday.

Expecting a CMQFR/MX Blue (had given it to someone, but she's wants and is getting an FM2/MX Blue.
I'm curious to do a side-by-side comparison of MX-Red/Blue KBs. I'm not willing to let go of the MX Red
keyboard, but I'm curious about feeling the difference between these MX switches. What better way
to do this than to do a side-by-side comparison?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rafen on Wed, 07 May 2014, 17:25:57
Using my new Realforce 87u / 55g and all I can say is it's amazing.  hate the fact that I waited so long to try topre but I am absolutely loving them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackehart on Wed, 07 May 2014, 19:58:26
Pardon the potatoes!

(http://i.imgur.com/OJ71lC1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xYzDISt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XcV5u3s.jpg)

Dream keyset would be the white on purple moogle set, a White on dark grey alpha set, and to tie the board together....


MOD EDIT: NUKED FROM ORBIT

:p

Edit: odd, looks blue, should be purple ><


MAD PROPS to TheChemist for hooking me up with the fixins!


DOUBLE EDIT: the top color is Illusion purple, looks a sweet purple in person, in pix it looks blue... QQ


TRIPLE EDIT!!: so the CC/BB for the ESC and once i get the white windowed/dark grey windowed Fn keys from the group buy. THAT would be my dream keyset :p

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Wed, 07 May 2014, 21:35:25
Dark purple in general is hard to take an accurate picture of. Many camera sensors just make it look blue  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 07 May 2014, 21:36:57
Pardon the potatoes!

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(http://i.imgur.com/OJ71lC1.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/xYzDISt.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/XcV5u3s.jpg)


Dream keyset would be the white on purple moogle set, a White on dark grey alpha set, and to tie the board together....


MOD EDIT: NUKED FROM ORBIT

:p

Edit: odd, looks blue, should be purple ><


MAD PROPS to TheChemist for hooking me up with the fixins!


DOUBLE EDIT: the top color is Illusion purple, looks a sweet purple in person, in pix it looks blue... QQ


TRIPLE EDIT!!: so the CC/BB for the ESC and once i get the white windowed/dark grey windowed Fn keys from the group buy. THAT would be my dream keyset :p

what case is that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackehart on Wed, 07 May 2014, 21:38:32
it's a KMAC LE.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 07 May 2014, 21:39:21
PCB mount Ergo Dox. Pics later!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 07 May 2014, 21:40:41
PCB mount Ergo Dox. Pics later!

why pcb mount?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 08 May 2014, 02:31:19
PCB mount Ergo Dox. Pics later!

why pcb mount?

It used to be a friend's, which he assembled, and he decided he didn't like the acrylic cases so he was going to make his own wooden base/tray. I don't have that tray right now so I'm using it on two mousepads :) Kind of like its naked look because the PCB is really pretty!

I set the theme of the board so it looks clean. Now I just wait for Penumbra!!!

Click on photos or open in a new tab for higher/full resolution!

(http://i.imgur.com/znotSDE.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/1PXoUKy.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/cxre7v6.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/DECRQFh.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ut7bDuK.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/eaAf099.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Thu, 08 May 2014, 02:37:32
That looks really nice!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 08 May 2014, 02:40:14
That looks really nice!

Thanks :3 Glad you like it! There aren't really anything special on it but I just like how it looks overall.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raditz visnar on Thu, 08 May 2014, 04:59:00
 :D @home : Razer Black Widow Ultimate with blue light and cherry MX blue switch
 :D @office : FILCO Minila

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 08 May 2014, 07:17:40
PCB mount Ergo Dox. Pics later!

why pcb mount?

It used to be a friend's, which he assembled, and he decided he didn't like the acrylic cases so he was going to make his own wooden base/tray. I don't have that tray right now so I'm using it on two mousepads :) Kind of like its naked look because the PCB is really pretty!

I set the theme of the board so it looks clean. Now I just wait for Penumbra!!!

Click on photos or open in a new tab for higher/full resolution!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/znotSDE.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/1PXoUKy.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cxre7v6.jpg)
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(http://i.imgur.com/DECRQFh.jpg)


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(http://i.imgur.com/ut7bDuK.jpg)
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(http://i.imgur.com/eaAf099.jpg)


That does look pretty sweet but how sturdy is it like that? (Also those pics make me want an ergodox :P)

Also I'm still typing on my FC660M....most keyboards I try don't make it past the first day. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Protato_Tubby on Thu, 08 May 2014, 08:48:19
Logitech K120 at school :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 08 May 2014, 13:01:26
Realforce 55-gram 87UB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 08 May 2014, 13:16:38
Realforce 55-gram 87UB.

i'm never gonna get your name figured out ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 08 May 2014, 14:09:22
Realforce 55-gram 87UB.

i'm never gonna get your name figured out ;)

SpAmRaY, my only suggestion is a 'crib sheet'--only kidding. I'll stay with aref, I promise, brother.
I don't want to make it difficult for the good folks, like you, who've helped me and offered assistance.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackehart on Thu, 08 May 2014, 21:38:28
Pardon the potatoes!

(http://i.imgur.com/LgclpR7.jpg)

ok, I think i get a better pic now.

I CAN ACTUALLY SEE THE PURPLE!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Thu, 08 May 2014, 22:48:54
Pardon the potatoes!

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ok, I think i get a better pic now.

I CAN ACTUALLY SEE THE PURPLE!

Bring the keyboard outdoors, and take a pic under direct sunlight. Purple will definitely show  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackehart on Fri, 09 May 2014, 00:39:05

Bring the keyboard outdoors, and take a pic under direct sunlight. Purple will definitely show  :)

 :o Outdoors?
 :o Direct Sunlight?

Let's not get carried away!

 ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Fri, 09 May 2014, 00:41:41
PCB mount Ergo Dox. Pics later!

why pcb mount?

It used to be a friend's, which he assembled, and he decided he didn't like the acrylic cases so he was going to make his own wooden base/tray. I don't have that tray right now so I'm using it on two mousepads :) Kind of like its naked look because the PCB is really pretty!

I set the theme of the board so it looks clean. Now I just wait for Penumbra!!!

Click on photos or open in a new tab for higher/full resolution!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/znotSDE.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/1PXoUKy.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cxre7v6.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DECRQFh.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ut7bDuK.jpg)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eaAf099.jpg)


Hmm interesting. I've always toyed with the idea of making a PCB and switch only ergodox, which got pretty much destroyed when I found out about acidfire's build and realized that after cables and teensy and whatnot, costs would pile up >:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 09 May 2014, 14:01:29

Bring the keyboard outdoors, and take a pic under direct sunlight. Purple will definitely show  :)

 :o Outdoors?
 :o Direct Sunlight?

Let's not get carried away!

 ;D

hahahahaha i actually laugh at this

stupid sunlight.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tjcaustin on Fri, 09 May 2014, 18:40:13
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7312/14115389622_bdbed3ff1c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA)IMG_1858.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.

Case back from party time

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7435/13961387587_07acb1e0a1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ngHL86)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 10 May 2014, 15:16:53
Show Image
Not sure about the 59g clears yet, but -
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7312/14115389622_bdbed3ff1c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA)
IMG_1858.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nvk4yA) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr

The case is having a party for a few days, but will update with a pic then.

Case back from party time

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7435/13961387587_07acb1e0a1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ngHL86)

Must have been one heck of a party.   :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Sat, 10 May 2014, 16:04:01
Using MacBook internal keyboard because I forgot to bring a mini USB cable with me... Fuuuuuu~~~~~~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dook0 on Sun, 11 May 2014, 03:40:37
Leopold fc660m green switch for typing/coding and filco tenkeyless brown keys for gaming
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 11 May 2014, 03:41:50
Using MacBook internal keyboard because I forgot to bring a mini USB cable with me... Fuuuuuu~~~~~~

яект.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 12 May 2014, 01:56:44
Using MacBook internal keyboard because I forgot to bring a mini USB cable with me... Fuuuuuu~~~~~~

I always have one spare in my bag :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JaccoW on Mon, 12 May 2014, 02:08:56
I'm using a Raptor Gaming K1 with SA caps right now. Will be putting some 'Orange Dolch' on it later. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 12 May 2014, 11:11:01
Switching back to my full size ducky shine 2 with clears and dolch for some heavy data entry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1391406 on Mon, 12 May 2014, 21:02:48
Started using this today:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 12 May 2014, 21:03:47
was using an AT101W until I fixed the KC84 and am runing with that right now. But I still need to find some missing keys...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Mon, 12 May 2014, 21:05:16
Compaq 1800 w/ Browns, but it's about to be a Realforce 87u 55g!!!
Stoked.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Photekq on Mon, 12 May 2014, 21:24:04
G80-2100HDF.. Smoothest blacks I've ever used! (except Nixdorf blacks of course)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 12 May 2014, 22:03:40
G80-2100HDF.. Smoothest blacks I've ever used! (except Nixdorf blacks of course)

**** I want nixdorf now

But I'll never get it :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Mon, 12 May 2014, 23:15:56
HHKB Pro 2 ooh just got it today ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Mon, 12 May 2014, 23:44:16
HHKB Pro 2 ooh just got it today ;D

How is it? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Mon, 12 May 2014, 23:57:11
M<ight start using my Model M on my PC at home now it's arrived in the post. Although not while I'm on Skype or I'm going to ruin everyone's conversations.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 00:00:56
HHKB Pro 2 ooh just got it today ;D

Nice one!  What do you think of it so far?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 13 May 2014, 00:08:49
Nice one!  What do you think of it so far?
How is it? :)

they feel totally different from what I expected, it's kinda hard to describe haha.
as of now, I'm just trying to get used to the layout;; the delete/BS button is throwing me off a bit, but I'm sure I'll grow used to it after using it for a few days. all I can say is that it feels amazing! maybe I'll try out the dental band mod sometime later if I have time.
oh yeah btw, do you guys know any programs that are good for remapping keys for OSX? similar to autohotkey?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 00:13:02
Nice one!  What do you think of it so far?
How is it? :)

they feel totally different from what I expected, it's kinda hard to describe haha.
as of now, I'm just trying to get used to the layout;; the delete/BS button is throwing me off a bit, but I'm sure I'll grow used to it after using it for a few days. all I can say is that it feels amazing! maybe I'll try out the dental band mod sometime later if I have time.
oh yeah btw, do you guys know any programs that are good for remapping keys for OSX? similar to autohotkey?

Give yourself a few days, or a week if you can, using it to get used to the Topre switches, and to the layout.

Once you do, you'll find that backspace there just makes sense, and using any other keyboard you keep typing \\\ for backspace ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 00:16:57
Nice one!  What do you think of it so far?
How is it? :)

they feel totally different from what I expected, it's kinda hard to describe haha.
as of now, I'm just trying to get used to the layout;; the delete/BS button is throwing me off a bit, but I'm sure I'll grow used to it after using it for a few days. all I can say is that it feels amazing! maybe I'll try out the dental band mod sometime later if I have time.
oh yeah btw, do you guys know any programs that are good for remapping keys for OSX? similar to autohotkey?

Nice. =) I recommend fiddling with the dip switches. I use mine like this: Swapped backspace adn delete so backspace is right above enter, Swapped meta and alt, swapped fn and alt, remapped arrows to WASD + fn (meta key). YMMV, though. And also, since I'm Norwegian and have the language set to Norwegian I swapped \ and ' so ' is directly above backspace.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 13 May 2014, 00:34:27
Give yourself a few days, or a week if you can, using it to get used to the Topre switches, and to the layout.

Once you do, you'll find that backspace there just makes sense, and using any other keyboard you keep typing \\\ for backspace ;)

haha that already happened to me when I briefly switched over to my 660M after typing on the HHKB for a few hours :))

Nice. =) I recommend fiddling with the dip switches. I use mine like this: Swapped backspace adn delete so backspace is right above enter, Swapped meta and alt, swapped fn and alt, remapped arrows to WASD + fn (meta key). YMMV, though. And also, since I'm Norwegian and have the language set to Norwegian I swapped \ and ' so ' is directly above backspace.

yeah, I played around with dip switches, but was wondering if there was a third party program for mac that would let me remap additional keys in the Fn layer? :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 00:36:46
No idea! I use Win7 and AHK works for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 May 2014, 02:51:13
(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 13 May 2014, 03:02:45
lol for the longest time I was wondering where people got the 'oneness with cup rubber' saying . . . and then I saw the back of the box
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 May 2014, 03:08:07
lol for the longest time I was wondering where people got the 'oneness with cup rubber' saying . . . and then I saw the back of the box

:)) :)) :)) Dem silly translations.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 05:23:35
lol for the longest time I was wondering where people got the 'oneness with cup rubber' saying . . . and then I saw the back of the box

I was wondering too - and worse, I got my HHKB secondhand without a box!  I had to wait until someone posted a picture of the back of a box.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 13 May 2014, 07:15:46
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(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


dat board, such simplicity yet everything is well in place.

The translucent brobot is well placed to stop number row that's really nice.

Also dat green ctrl must have come with the 4 other green keys lol but still well placed

Really nice over 10/10 would type on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 May 2014, 07:25:42
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(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


dat board, such simplicity yet everything is well in place.

The translucent brobot is well placed to stop number row that's really nice.

Also dat green ctrl must have come with the 4 other green keys lol but still well placed

Really nice over 10/10 would type on.

Thank you for the compliments and analysis!!! You literally understood every choice I made in how it's set up. The main theme was green, purple, and balance. It feels pretty damn good to know that someone else understands what I was thinking :) It's these kinds of moments that have me trying to get my themes right!

Thanks again for the kind words.

Here's two more pics of it that are at a better angle, if you're interested :)
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40658.msg1327650#msg1327650
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hehenri on Tue, 13 May 2014, 07:37:33
(https://googledrive.com/host/0B9ulpKPzfGXEN2p2NFN0czRVUjg/Ducky%20Shine.jpg)

Ducky Shine II TKL with MX Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 13 May 2014, 09:43:11
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


dat board, such simplicity yet everything is well in place.

The translucent brobot is well placed to stop number row that's really nice.

Also dat green ctrl must have come with the 4 other green keys lol but still well placed

Really nice over 10/10 would type on.

Thank you for the compliments and analysis!!! You literally understood every choice I made in how it's set up. The main theme was green, purple, and balance. It feels pretty damn good to know that someone else understands what I was thinking :) It's these kinds of moments that have me trying to get my themes right!

Thanks again for the kind words.

Here's two more pics of it that are at a better angle, if you're interested :)
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40658.msg1327650#msg1327650

haha yeah no worry man you're welcome. I really like the HHKB layout, it's really nice that they moved the CTRL and Backspace/delete on the board to go a little out of standard. I also like their FN Arrow location which is pretty nice compared to the WASD location on my Poker II.

Only thing i would change is having a red or orange WASD instead cause i wouldn't go Lavender imo, but that's subjective lol.

Also Brobots are always nice. Two is enough especially since the translucent one is an indicator.

Show Image
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x468/henkkanen/IMG_8008.jpg)


Ducky Shine II TKL with MX Browns.

For some reason i can't see this picture. Maybe can you upload it on a different web service? (Job blocks some known sites because they are laaaaaaaaaaame ITs)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foxer on Tue, 13 May 2014, 10:15:36
http://i.imgur.com/rX7Gtps.jpg

Potato picture.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 13 May 2014, 11:21:40
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


flipping the spacebar won't mess with the switch right? cause I've been flipping it for a while now, and it's just too good to go back D:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 11:37:07
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


flipping the spacebar won't mess with the switch right? cause I've been flipping it for a while now, and it's just too good to go back D:

No it won't. :P #TypedWithAFlippedSpacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hehenri on Tue, 13 May 2014, 11:45:51

For some reason i can't see this picture. Maybe can you upload it on a different web service? (Job blocks some known sites because they are laaaaaaaaaaame ITs)

Can you see it now? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tuffy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 12:39:58
haha yeah no worry man you're welcome. I really like the HHKB layout, it's really nice that they moved the CTRL and Backspace/delete on the board to go a little out of standard. I also like their FN Arrow location which is pretty nice compared to the WASD location on my Poker II.
The HHKB is actually a Unix-style layout like a Sun Type 5 keyboard (http://deskthority.net/w/images/8/8d/Suntype5.jpg).  It's not an easy layout to find these days, which is a little sad.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 13 May 2014, 13:20:54

For some reason i can't see this picture. Maybe can you upload it on a different web service? (Job blocks some known sites because they are laaaaaaaaaaame ITs)

Can you see it now? :)

Yes thanks!

What you did is a pretty cool concept, mostly blanks with only some letters showing up is pretty nice, i had never tought of that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 13 May 2014, 16:01:54
Began the day with an RF 87UB/55-gram;
switched to a Corsair K65/MX Red; then
returned to the 87UB to close out the radio-day: ... -.-
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 17:08:06
Show Image
(https://googledrive.com/host/0B9ulpKPzfGXEN2p2NFN0czRVUjg/Ducky%20Shine.jpg)


Ducky Shine II TKL with MX Browns.

Unusual mix of keycaps - any particular reason? :)

http://i.imgur.com/rX7Gtps.jpg

Potato picture.

Many relegendable.

Wow! ;)

flipping the spacebar won't mess with the switch right? cause I've been flipping it for a while now, and it's just too good to go back D:

No, but it will mess with your mind :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 May 2014, 17:53:02
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


flipping the spacebar won't mess with the switch right? cause I've been flipping it for a while now, and it's just too good to go back D:

No it won't. :P #TypedWithAFlippedSpacebar.

Flipped spacebar 4 lyfe.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 13 May 2014, 18:05:24
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Npw7enf.jpg)


flipping the spacebar won't mess with the switch right? cause I've been flipping it for a while now, and it's just too good to go back D:

No it won't. :P #TypedWithAFlippedSpacebar.

Flipped spacebar 4 lyfe.

are the keycaps on the 660c the same profile in height as the HHKB keycaps? just wondering..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 18:05:48
Filco Camo :D

Finally fixed it :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 13 May 2014, 18:08:40
Filco Camo :D

Finally fixed it :D

what was broken?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SSIPAK on Tue, 13 May 2014, 20:44:18
Lets see if i will be able to survive on this or end up going back to FC660C...
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 13 May 2014, 20:53:49
Lets see if i will be able to survive on this or end up going back to FC660C...
(Attachment Link)

That is poppin'
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 21:18:56
Lets see if i will be able to survive on this or end up going back to FC660C...
(Attachment Link)


Such pink!

Many nice.

Wow!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:11:57
I tried flipping the spacebar for all of 30 seconds. It just feels wrong
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Novus on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:12:32
I tried flipping the spacebar for all of 30 seconds. It just feels wrong

WHY WOULD YOU VIOLATE YOUR KEYBOARD LIKE THAT?
IT'S SACROSANCT MAN.
[attachimg=1]

HOW DARE YOU SPIT ON THE SANCTITY OF TRADITIONAL ORIENTATION
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:15:39
I tried flipping the spacebar for all of 30 seconds. It just feels wrong

I have to agree. I tried it and didn't like, but to each his own.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:16:12
I had all the keycaps off already....and....it was just the tip...and.... LAY OFF ME MAN I WAS IN COLLEGE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:20:37
I tried flipping the spacebar for all of 30 seconds. It just feels wrong

I liked it on SP sets with the ridiculously sharp spacebar but on Topre it's kinda weird.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:22:25
I tried flipping the spacebar for all of 30 seconds. It just feels wrong

I flipped mine, tried it for a couple of weeks.

It felt different, but not better in any significant way.

As I have not been suffering the symptoms some people have reported with a conventionally oriented space bar, I flipped mine back to "normal".
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:22:45
For some ****ing reason any spacebar other than stock on my keycool will do this stupid rubbing thing and make a racket but once I flip the bar it stops.......
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:57:53
Le sigh... I'm now alternating between the CODE and the 87U on my desktop, and the FC660C on my laptop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SSIPAK on Tue, 13 May 2014, 23:58:33
It just feels wrong
but those are the best kind  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacratoy on Wed, 14 May 2014, 18:49:42
Here is my Ducky Shine 3 that I'm using atm.

Brown Cherry MX switches, Vortext PBT Double-shot keycaps (blue set).  Waiting on my 'Blue Wave' custom sleeved usb cable from mimic-cables to finish it off for now.

(http://i.imgur.com/vhcrGtql.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/OhOlkXdl.jpg?1)

(http://i.imgur.com/DcweiyIl.jpg)

May put this keycap set on my Poker II to see how it looks. But for now, this feels nice, and looks great in the dark :P

Sorry for the poor quality of the pictures.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 14 May 2014, 20:00:24
Here is my Ducky Shine 3 that I'm using atm.

Brown Cherry MX switches, Vortext PBT Double-shot keycaps (blue set).  Waiting on my 'Blue Wave' custom sleeved usb cable from mimic-cables to finish it off for now.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vhcrGtql.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OhOlkXdl.jpg?1)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DcweiyIl.jpg)


May put this keycap set on my Poker II to see how it looks. But for now, this feels nice, and looks great in the dark :P

Sorry for the poor quality of the pictures.

Looks good.

One of my favorite Vortex key cap sets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grapenutster on Thu, 15 May 2014, 01:19:35
1990 Apple Extended Keyboard II (Alps SalmonCream)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7gSAmWA_A4c/U3ROSBMZRbI/AAAAAAAAEwc/F4gq8iJATlM/w1236-h927-no/IMG_3869.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 15 May 2014, 01:20:25
Ah, the old colourful Apple logo :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Thu, 15 May 2014, 08:07:16
1990 Apple Extended Keyboard II (Alps Salmon)
Show Image
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7gSAmWA_A4c/U3ROSBMZRbI/AAAAAAAAEwc/F4gq8iJATlM/w1236-h927-no/IMG_3869.JPG)


Any plans on modding it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 15 May 2014, 08:12:21
I love this thread

So many pimped stuff in here.

Post more pics please.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacratoy on Thu, 15 May 2014, 09:01:57
I love this thread

So many pimped stuff in here.

Post more pics please.

Well, here is my white Poker II. Took the Vortex keycaps off my Shine 3 and threw it on here. I've been using it for about 6 hours now, and it is a whole lot of fun!  Hopefully I can find one of those TEX low profile 60% cases in blue to put it in. With my mimic-cable that's showing up also, I feel like I would call the build 'done' if I could find it.

(http://i.imgur.com/shShXLol.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cookie on Thu, 15 May 2014, 09:39:33
My daily driver at work is this classy HHKB Pro1
It's my so called "Ghetto S" I silenced it myself and the results are damn nice!

(https://i.imgur.com/JHLDXNs.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Thu, 15 May 2014, 09:54:10
Back to my 87UB/55-gram
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zombly on Thu, 15 May 2014, 10:02:02
Using Microsoft Curve 2000 at Work, and some random logitech rubber dome at home waiting for my Lightsaver v2  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Thu, 15 May 2014, 10:05:37
My daily driver at work is this classy HHKB Pro1
It's my so called "Ghetto S" I silenced it myself and the results are damn nice!

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JHLDXNs.jpg)


Wow, the yellowing on the case. HHKB Pro 1 sure is showing some age! :P

Am I also seeing the right end of the spacebar being "sanded" down from wear?  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grapenutster on Thu, 15 May 2014, 10:54:58
1990 Apple Extended Keyboard II (Alps Salmon)
Show Image
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7gSAmWA_A4c/U3ROSBMZRbI/AAAAAAAAEwc/F4gq8iJATlM/w1236-h927-no/IMG_3869.JPG)


Any plans on modding it?

ooh.  that's a proposition, isn't it.  I don't plan to mod THIS one, but I am exploring the possibility of either modding my spare or building a replica with modern keyswitches.  As can be seen in the upper part of the photo, I've got some cherry switches sitting in the frame of a newer apple keyboard, of which I think I like the blue and brown types, but I would be interested in checking out some topre switches, as they are purported to last almost to forever.

My design requirements:
Use of original case
Plan to replicate case in Aluminum  (for version 2)
full 105-key layout
key size/spacing to replicate original layout
plate mounted, capacitive keyswitches
PBT keycaps, laser etched, Univers57 italics font
PBT spacebar
Switchable 6KRO / NKRO over USB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Thu, 15 May 2014, 10:56:53
My daily driver at work is this classy HHKB Pro1
It's my so called "Ghetto S" I silenced it myself and the results are damn nice!

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JHLDXNs.jpg)




Wow, there are some miles on that bad boy. Good to know that cupped rubber has treated you well over a long time. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 15 May 2014, 11:23:40
I love this thread

So many pimped stuff in here.

Post more pics please.

Well, here is my white Poker II. Took the Vortex keycaps off my Shine 3 and threw it on here. I've been using it for about 6 hours now, and it is a whole lot of fun!  Hopefully I can find one of those TEX low profile 60% cases in blue to put it in. With my mimic-cable that's showing up also, I feel like I would call the build 'done' if I could find it.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/shShXLol.jpg)


If i could get the same with a red or orange theme instead that would be insane. But i'm waiting for spare money to buy a whole set of clear switches to create a clear poker II (unique stuff uknowatimsayinhomie?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cookie on Thu, 15 May 2014, 11:31:07
My daily driver at work is this classy HHKB Pro1
It's my so called "Ghetto S" I silenced it myself and the results are damn nice!

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JHLDXNs.jpg)




Wow, there are some miles on that bad boy. Good to know that cupped rubber has treated you well over a long time. :)
Yeah this baby is from Feb 2005. Unfortunately I wan't the one who developed this dent in the spacebar :/ I bought it second hand in verry bad condition and refubbished it completely.
I somehow like the age and the vintage touch on this board but I am thinking of overhauling it completely.

My daily driver at work is this classy HHKB Pro1
It's my so called "Ghetto S" I silenced it myself and the results are damn nice!

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JHLDXNs.jpg)


Wow, the yellowing on the case. HHKB Pro 1 sure is showing some age! :P

Am I also seeing the right end of the spacebar being "sanded" down from wear?  :eek:
Hehe jeah the heavy use is only on the ABS Parts like spacebar and a bit on the case. The PBT is still in a verry good condition, only a bit shine but absolutely acceptable for its age!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lingj on Thu, 15 May 2014, 13:24:11
Currently using a Ducky Shine 3 from NZXT with some Evangelion keycaps  ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/KUS7SA4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dansor on Thu, 15 May 2014, 13:39:04
Pretty happy with how this turned out.
Filco with ergoclears, AL housing, and Dolch DSA set.
Of course has to use the Commodore logo for escape, until I can get my hands on the full set.

This is my work board, so the conservative look works well.

The Dolch look really goes nicely with the dark grey AL.
The only problem is the right arrow dolch dsa key gets caught on the housing, so using different arrows for now.  :)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r584/dsoref/kb1_zps28cfaead.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Thu, 15 May 2014, 14:07:08
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 15 May 2014, 14:22:45
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


Damn son this board is super rare i have not seen any in days!

Are you selling it? I would totally travel to your place to put my hands on this masterpiece of modern technology and pay full price to add it to my collection.

Those keycaps are incredibly nice are they Dual hybrid ABS-PBT triple shots?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Thu, 15 May 2014, 14:24:51
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


Damn son this board is super rare i have not seen any in days!

Are you selling it? I would totally travel to your place to put my hands on this masterpiece of modern technology and pay full price to add it to my collection.

Those keycaps are incredibly nice are they Dual hybrid ABS-PBT triple shots?

Idk man, that warning label is a little off-putting...

Typing on that keyboard might cause personal injury.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 15 May 2014, 17:56:12
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


We have one of those keyboards around here.  It was great when first purchased, but has shown signs of significant wear since.  It is now lo longer nice to type on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Thu, 15 May 2014, 17:57:54
Le sigh... I'm now alternating between the CODE and the 87U on my desktop, and the FC660C on my laptop.
dang dude, the ergo dox not even in the rotation anymore?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Thu, 15 May 2014, 18:01:15
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


come on dude
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mainian on Thu, 15 May 2014, 21:21:05
FC660C at home and rotating between a Filco Majestouch-2 MX Blue and Poker 2 MX Brown at work.

Might take the FC660C to work and make it my full daily driver since moving it isn't a hassle.

FC660C has sat on my desk since Jan, it has made it much farther than the HHKB2 did in terms of use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 16 May 2014, 01:52:13
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


Damn son this board is super rare i have not seen any in days!

Are you selling it? I would totally travel to your place to put my hands on this masterpiece of modern technology and pay full price to add it to my collection.

Those keycaps are incredibly nice are they Dual hybrid ABS-PBT triple shots?

Too.. much.. sarcasm... I'm choking....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 16 May 2014, 02:10:19
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


Damn son this board is super rare i have not seen any in days!

Are you selling it? I would totally travel to your place to put my hands on this masterpiece of modern technology and pay full price to add it to my collection.

Those keycaps are incredibly nice are they Dual hybrid ABS-PBT triple shots?

Too.. much.. sarcasm... I'm choking....

Careful - remember what happened last time he listed a keyboard for sale (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=37596.0).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 16 May 2014, 02:11:35
LOL also since when was he "Blue Troll of Death" (http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=1912)? :))

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grapenutster on Fri, 16 May 2014, 02:14:01
Just got a used rosewill rk-9000i for cheap, opened it up, gave it the vacuum, isopropyl alcohol and toothbrush treatment.  The crumbs and texas bug moltings were enough to fill a compost bin!  now it's much more hygienic, but I don't know if I want to put the keycaps back on just yet, or wait for 7-bit's next GB.  Anyone know of any left overs from Round 4 ?

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-keWD0WrzS3g/U3W5YqqvYFI/AAAAAAAAEyg/Oofjfrzcvps/w1041-h781-no/IMG_3882.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 16 May 2014, 02:15:37
LOL also since when was he "Blue Troll of Death" (http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=1912)? :))

But hasn't he always been the Blue Troll of Death?  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 16 May 2014, 02:26:57
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


Damn son this board is super rare i have not seen any in days!

Are you selling it? I would totally travel to your place to put my hands on this masterpiece of modern technology and pay full price to add it to my collection.

Those keycaps are incredibly nice are they Dual hybrid ABS-PBT triple shots?

Too.. much.. sarcasm... I'm choking....

Careful - remember what happened last time he listed a keyboard for sale (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=37596.0).

Oh yes, I remember this one. I laughed so hard I almost pissed myself :)

And it has potatiest pics ever :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hehenri on Fri, 16 May 2014, 06:14:37
KBP V60 Mini.

(https://googledrive.com/host/0B9ulpKPzfGXEN2p2NFN0czRVUjg/KBP%20V60%20%5B1%5D.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Fri, 16 May 2014, 07:34:33
KBP V60 Mini.

Show Image
(https://googledrive.com/host/0B9ulpKPzfGXEN2p2NFN0czRVUjg/IMG_8096.jpg)


Nice picture! How does it feel?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 16 May 2014, 07:36:49
Show Image
(http://www.awhisperinmyghost.com/wordpress/wp-content/Keyboard-HP.jpg)


Damn son this board is super rare i have not seen any in days!

Are you selling it? I would totally travel to your place to put my hands on this masterpiece of modern technology and pay full price to add it to my collection.

Those keycaps are incredibly nice are they Dual hybrid ABS-PBT triple shots?

Too.. much.. sarcasm... I'm choking....

Careful - remember what happened last time he listed a keyboard for sale (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=37596.0).

Hahahahahahahaha this guy is the best arround.

i'm still laughing and the whole floor is looking at me lol

KBP V60 Mini.

Show Image
(https://googledrive.com/host/0B9ulpKPzfGXEN2p2NFN0czRVUjg/IMG_8096.jpg)


Also isn't that a Poker II backlite or is it different?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hehenri on Fri, 16 May 2014, 08:01:40
Nice picture! How does it feel?

I like it very much! But I don't have any experience on 60% KB's so I cant say how good it is compared to any others..

I had Ducky's TKL before this, so I have to get used on these macros :D

Also isn't that a Poker II backlite or is it different?

I think it's pretty much same KB, but correct me if I'm wrong..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Fri, 16 May 2014, 08:05:52
Well, the case is different. The FN layer is different IIRC, and then there's this; "The V60 is unique as it has dual LED backlight, options include switchable red/ blue and blue/green. The board has 6 brightness settings as well as a 'breath' setting (dim to bright) in both colours. Backlight colour can be changed on the fly using ' Alt ' + ' \ '"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 16 May 2014, 12:08:57
Also isn't that a Poker II backlite or is it different?

I think it's pretty much same KB, but correct me if I'm wrong..

We're gonna need some participation from others to shine the light on this.

Please people, state your knowledge over this tormenting question of ours.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Fri, 16 May 2014, 12:22:32
Well, the case is different. The FN layer is different IIRC, and then there's this; "The V60 is unique as it has dual LED backlight, options include switchable red/ blue and blue/green. The board has 6 brightness settings as well as a 'breath' setting (dim to bright) in both colours. Backlight colour can be changed on the fly using ' Alt ' + ' \ '"

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Fri, 16 May 2014, 12:23:33
I'm kinda getting interested in a plate mounted 60% with clears, and it looks like the V60 will be the only one in production (in July?). Is it programmable?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 16 May 2014, 12:26:15
Well, the case is different. The FN layer is different IIRC, and then there's this; "The V60 is unique as it has dual LED backlight, options include switchable red/ blue and blue/green. The board has 6 brightness settings as well as a 'breath' setting (dim to bright) in both colours. Backlight colour can be changed on the fly using ' Alt ' + ' \ '"

Very informative. Many thanks for your insights.

A little question here, does the V60 has a PN layer?

Thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Neo.X on Fri, 16 May 2014, 13:27:57
For this week, Matias Mini Quiet and Goldtouch keypad. It's a nice combination, quiet and efficient.

(http://i.imgur.com/hT50YMA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 16 May 2014, 13:53:10
For this week, Matias Mini Quiet and Goldtouch keypad. It's a nice combination, quiet and efficient.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hT50YMA.jpg)


That tape hurts to look at but I understand. Enjoy that profile!

________________________________

Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!

(http://i.imgur.com/Pkl7uVc.jpg)

aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:

(http://i.imgur.com/yqGyLdg.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Fri, 16 May 2014, 13:58:44
^ Nice. Did you get the RGB from Redline?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 16 May 2014, 13:59:38
^ Nice. Did you get the RGB from Redline?

Thank you, and yes, the RGB are from Redline :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Protato_Tubby on Fri, 16 May 2014, 14:01:54
For this week, Matias Mini Quiet and Goldtouch keypad. It's a nice combination, quiet and efficient.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hT50YMA.jpg)


That tape hurts to look at but I understand. Enjoy that profile!

________________________________

Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Pkl7uVc.jpg)


aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yqGyLdg.jpg)

Maaaaaaan. That board is sweet. Frankly, I'm jealous.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 16 May 2014, 14:02:22
For this week, Matias Mini Quiet and Goldtouch keypad. It's a nice combination, quiet and efficient.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hT50YMA.jpg)


That tape hurts to look at but I understand. Enjoy that profile!

________________________________

Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Pkl7uVc.jpg)


aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yqGyLdg.jpg)


Goddamn you have a keyboard Harem lol.

Nice colors on the Filco. The top five novelties are super nice especially the reverse Balkans flag on top right lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 16 May 2014, 14:14:04
Maaaaaaan. That board is sweet. Frankly, I'm jealous.

Thank you. I'm glad you like it. Don't be jealous! Just work towards your dream keyboard slowly, as I did, and you'll eventually get there.


Goddamn you have a keyboard Harem lol.

Nice colors on the Filco. The top five novelties are super nice especially the reverse Balkans flag on top right lol

Fankz! Keyboard Harem... LOL! That one is the F2 set :P Primary colors ftw! Hue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Protato_Tubby on Fri, 16 May 2014, 14:18:41
Maaaaaaan. That board is sweet. Frankly, I'm jealous.

Thank you. I'm glad you like it. Don't be jealous! Just work towards your dream keyboard slowly, as I did, and you'll eventually get there.

I actually haven't obtained a click-clack yet, I have no money and am still 15 so I don't have a job yet. I have my eyes on this keyboard: http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2 (http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2)
Hopefully it will go with my black and orange colour scheme whilst still being affordable.
(http://i.imgur.com/FwGMdYE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dprt4SR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YjLIKmg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Gp7NNnc.png)
Sorry about the potato camera - it's the best I have.
Also, those are truly wise, and deeply meaningful words.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 16 May 2014, 14:28:39
Maaaaaaan. That board is sweet. Frankly, I'm jealous.

Thank you. I'm glad you like it. Don't be jealous! Just work towards your dream keyboard slowly, as I did, and you'll eventually get there.

I actually haven't obtained a click-clack yet, I have no money and am still 15 so I don't have a job yet. I have my eyes on this keyboard: http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2 (http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2)
Hopefully it will go with my black and orange colour scheme whilst still being affordable.
Also, those are truly wise, and deeply meaningful words.

Looks like a nice board, never heard of it.

Anyway buy anything you want. You are still young, and you'll earn many thousand dollars to spend on other boards later on. Get experience (level up), learn what you like, collect keyboards, take care of them, clean them, mod them, sell them later to buy more...

And pimp them out, mostly. Collect keycaps, take pictures, post on Geekhack and Deskthority, recieve nice comments from creepy strangers on the internet. Deal with these strangers and use their poorly developped websites to make shady transactions or organise a trade and use heatware as protection, use expensive-almost-robbery shipping to congo or brazil or japan in order to seal deals and get what you want, leave positive reviews to bros, negative reviews to idiots, pimp your boards with acquired goods, take even nicer picture, receive even nicer comments from even more creepy strangers on the internet.

Eventually meet these creepy strangers at keyboards conferences and engage hipster conversation about unknown boards and mods and korean hentai-shaped mousepads.

Life in the 21st century is truly amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Protato_Tubby on Fri, 16 May 2014, 14:41:16
Maaaaaaan. That board is sweet. Frankly, I'm jealous.

Thank you. I'm glad you like it. Don't be jealous! Just work towards your dream keyboard slowly, as I did, and you'll eventually get there.

I actually haven't obtained a click-clack yet, I have no money and am still 15 so I don't have a job yet. I have my eyes on this keyboard: http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2 (http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2)
Hopefully it will go with my black and orange colour scheme whilst still being affordable.
Also, those are truly wise, and deeply meaningful words.

Looks like a nice board, never heard of it.

Anyway buy anything you want. You are still young, and you'll earn many thousand dollars to spend on other boards later on. Get experience (level up), learn what you like, collect keyboards, take care of them, clean them, mod them, sell them later to buy more...

And pimp them out, mostly. Collect keycaps, take pictures, post on Geekhack and Deskthority, recieve nice comments from creepy strangers on the internet. Deal with these strangers and use their poorly developped websites to make shady transactions or organise a trade and use heatware as protection, use expensive-almost-robbery shipping to congo or brazil or japan in order to seal deals and get what you want, leave positive reviews to bros, negative reviews to idiots, pimp your boards with acquired goods, take even nicer picture, receive even nicer comments from even more creepy strangers on the internet.

Eventually meet these creepy strangers at keyboards conferences and engage hipster conversation about unknown boards and mods and korean hentai-shaped mousepads.

Life in the 21st century is truly amazing.

I look forward to it all.  :D

Also, I'm going to post my colour scheme up in the previous post because I think it looks really awesome.  :thumb:
EDIT: The pictures of the colour scheme have now been posted.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 16 May 2014, 17:16:55
For this week, Matias Mini Quiet and Goldtouch keypad. It's a nice combination, quiet and efficient.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hT50YMA.jpg)


That tape hurts to look at but I understand. Enjoy that profile!

________________________________

Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Pkl7uVc.jpg)


aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yqGyLdg.jpg)


Beautiful  Vesper  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: feizor on Fri, 16 May 2014, 17:45:18
For this week, Matias Mini Quiet and Goldtouch keypad. It's a nice combination, quiet and efficient.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hT50YMA.jpg)


That tape hurts to look at but I understand. Enjoy that profile!

________________________________

Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Pkl7uVc.jpg)


aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yqGyLdg.jpg)


Very inspirational, love it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Fri, 16 May 2014, 18:44:16
IBM XT reconfigured to a HHKB/Mac layout. Love the capacitive buckling spring switches!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Fri, 16 May 2014, 18:45:18
IBM XT reconfigured to a HHKB/Mac layout. Love the capacitive buckling spring switches!

so you chopped off the numpad and other parts? :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lightsout714 on Fri, 16 May 2014, 18:49:48
Maaaaaaan. That board is sweet. Frankly, I'm jealous.

Thank you. I'm glad you like it. Don't be jealous! Just work towards your dream keyboard slowly, as I did, and you'll eventually get there.

I actually haven't obtained a click-clack yet, I have no money and am still 15 so I don't have a job yet. I have my eyes on this keyboard: http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2 (http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2)
Hopefully it will go with my black and orange colour scheme whilst still being affordable.
Also, those are truly wise, and deeply meaningful words.

Looks like a nice board, never heard of it.

Anyway buy anything you want. You are still young, and you'll earn many thousand dollars to spend on other boards later on. Get experience (level up), learn what you like, collect keyboards, take care of them, clean them, mod them, sell them later to buy more...

And pimp them out, mostly. Collect keycaps, take pictures, post on Geekhack and Deskthority, recieve nice comments from creepy strangers on the internet. Deal with these strangers and use their poorly developped websites to make shady transactions or organise a trade and use heatware as protection, use expensive-almost-robbery shipping to congo or brazil or japan in order to seal deals and get what you want, leave positive reviews to bros, negative reviews to idiots, pimp your boards with acquired goods, take even nicer picture, receive even nicer comments from even more creepy strangers on the internet.

Eventually meet these creepy strangers at keyboards conferences and engage hipster conversation about unknown boards and mods and korean hentai-shaped mousepads.

Life in the 21st century is truly amazing.
Best post ever!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Fri, 16 May 2014, 19:08:25

Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!



aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:



Looks awesome, I love the RGBY theme you've got on that  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: physicsmajor on Fri, 16 May 2014, 21:11:41
Rosewill RK-9000E with Reds.

Best switch for me hands down.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 17 May 2014, 00:34:52
I actually haven't obtained a click-clack yet, I have no money and am still 15 so I don't have a job yet. I have my eyes on this keyboard: http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2 (http://www.scan.co.uk/products/qpad-3201-mk50-uk-blue-pro-gaming-backlit-mechanical-keyboard-usb-ps2)
Hopefully it will go with my black and orange colour scheme whilst still being affordable.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Gp7NNnc.png)

Sorry about the potato camera - it's the best I have.
Also, those are truly wise, and deeply meaningful words.

Interesting layout - particularly the bottom row.  Might prove interesting when you try to replace the keycaps ...

Also nice orange desktop theme :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 17 May 2014, 03:24:11
Today was a beautiful day and my Filco deserved some sun!

The MDPC-X B-Magic almost looks like an exotic snake!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Pkl7uVc.jpg)


aaaaaand from late last night at the desk:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yqGyLdg.jpg)


I am not jealous of this board at all.    :|
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sat, 17 May 2014, 05:12:25
This is my new daily driver (sorry about potato pic):

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: feizor on Sat, 17 May 2014, 08:20:05
This is my new daily driver (sorry about potato pic):



Wow, what keyboard is that? Love the tall key profile. But does the lack of a left Ctrl bother you at all?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sat, 17 May 2014, 09:45:15
This is my new daily driver (sorry about potato pic):



Wow, what keyboard is that? Love the tall key profile. But does the lack of a left Ctrl bother you at all?

It's IBM AT Model F. Produced from 1984 till 1985. So it's a good chance it's older than I am by one year ;) And it has left Ctrl. It's where Caps Lock on modern keyboards is. And right Ctrl is actually not Ctrl but Caps Lock (I have original stepped one key in the bag).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fluctuation on Sat, 17 May 2014, 11:31:48
Leopold FC500RC. I got this years ago as my first mech, and I wish I knew about the spacebar not being compatible with most configurations. Changed caps many times, still using the stock spacebar  :thumb: (there is far more shine than the picture suggests.) I feel like I just cleaned the damn thing, but it looks somewhat filthy.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sat, 17 May 2014, 11:40:23
Leopold FC500RC. I got this years ago as my first mech, and I wish I knew about the spacebar not being compatible with most configurations. Changed caps many times, still using the stock spacebar  :thumb: (there is far more shine than the picture suggests.) I feel like I just cleaned the damn thing, but it looks somewhat filthy.

(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)

:P

More
(http://oregonrural.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Potato.jpeg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Sat, 17 May 2014, 11:41:14
Leopold FC500RC. I got this years ago as my first mech, and I wish I knew about the spacebar not being compatible with most configurations. Changed caps many times, still using the stock spacebar  :thumb: (there is far more shine than the picture suggests.) I feel like I just cleaned the damn thing, but it looks somewhat filthy.

(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)

:P

More
Show Image
(http://oregonrural.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Potato.jpeg)

Nice starchy keyboard, bro. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moukimokyu on Sun, 18 May 2014, 00:34:59
Current keyboard is a Kensington Pro Fit Wired Comfort board that I bought for about $10. The in-built wrist rest is the best part of it, and the media keys are handy, but I doubt I'll develop separation anxiety once my QFR gets here :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Sun, 18 May 2014, 02:04:26
Current keyboard is a third gen Das that has lubed ghost blacks.  Only problem is the key this is located to the right of q doesn't function.  Need to trouble shoot that one.  But they feel amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sun, 18 May 2014, 18:13:57
Still using the KC84 with blacks and dyesubs. Blacks used to be my least liked switch, but now its my most favorite. I like the  uninteruppted stroke
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Sun, 18 May 2014, 18:31:40
poker II with reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luisbg on Mon, 19 May 2014, 00:15:45
A SUN Type 7 which I've had for 5 years now, since I worked there, until my Leopold FC660M arrives.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zig_ziglar on Mon, 19 May 2014, 00:24:26
'89 IBM Model M #1391401. :)

Sure makes blues feel easy to press!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 19 May 2014, 00:40:59
Laptop keyboard. ****ing hell. So much flex....its impossible not to see it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 19 May 2014, 01:16:44
Laptop keyboard. ****ing hell. So much flex....its impossible not to see it
Ceep calm and carry on :) It's not like you'll be using it forever ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 19 May 2014, 01:34:08
Laptop keyboard. ****ing hell. So much flex....its impossible not to see it
Ceep calm and carry on :) It's not like you'll be using it forever ;)

I just spent 20 minutes designing a 40% layout that may fit my portable needs.....its so bad.....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Mon, 19 May 2014, 01:59:17
CM QF XT with mx greys. Much better than stock(browns).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 19 May 2014, 03:14:26
CM QF XT with mx greys. Much better than stock(browns).
Linear greys?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Mon, 19 May 2014, 03:17:17
CM QF XT with mx greys. Much better than stock(browns).
Linear greys?

Sorry, its its the tactile ones (light grey). Bought if from MK

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=719 (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=719)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luisbg on Mon, 19 May 2014, 14:08:09
Laptop keyboard. ****ing hell. So much flex....its impossible not to see it
Ceep calm and carry on :) It's not like you'll be using it forever ;)

I just spent 20 minutes designing a 40% layout that may fit my portable needs.....its so bad.....

I want to see this layout. Very curious.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 19 May 2014, 14:14:33
Laptop keyboard. ****ing hell. So much flex....its impossible not to see it
Ceep calm and carry on :) It's not like you'll be using it forever ;)

I just spent 20 minutes designing a 40% layout that may fit my portable needs.....its so bad.....

I want to see this layout. Very curious.
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58455.msg1334672#msg1334672
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 19 May 2014, 14:22:00
In any case this is better than most of notebook keyboards :)

Almost all of them probably developed by mazochists :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 20 May 2014, 14:09:14
Corsair Vengeance K65/MX Red
Exposed keyboard w/ gunmetal-gray aluminum upper body.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 20 May 2014, 14:14:55
Ducky Shine 3 Yellow Edition. I put some GMK Dolch on it just to see how it'd look since I'm going to be selling this keyboard. I actually can't understand why this keyboard feels so much more solid than my Filco Majestouch 2 with the same switches. Really weird. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 21 May 2014, 19:49:53
All hail king filco

(http://i.imgur.com/heb1DM4.jpg)

68g lubed mx blacks
vortex aluminum case
dsa dolch

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Wed, 21 May 2014, 19:54:08
Corsair Vengeance K65/MX Red
Exposed keyboard w/ gunmetal-gray aluminum upper body.

Are you selling your last Realforce?!?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: t2russo on Wed, 21 May 2014, 19:55:27
All hail king filco

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/heb1DM4.jpg)


68g lubed mx blacks
vortex aluminum case
dsa dolch

Black metal Filco master race.  Looks damn good with DSA Dolch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 21 May 2014, 19:58:04
All hail king filco

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/heb1DM4.jpg)


68g lubed mx blacks
vortex aluminum case
dsa dolch

Black metal Filco master race.  Looks damn good with DSA Dolch
Thanks, it was a blue case to begin with. Lots of stuff done to it, if you notice, there are no led holes anymore, I also made the gap between the top and bottom smaller. That is just matte black enamel spray paint on it. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: t2russo on Wed, 21 May 2014, 21:55:50
Hot rods still count  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: D01 on Wed, 21 May 2014, 22:18:50
At work a WASD v2 TKL, I like it much.  At home a Razor Blackwidow 2013, I like it not so much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grapenutster on Wed, 21 May 2014, 23:28:12
Rosewill rk9000 cherry blues; after having my original C=64 keys on it for a couple of days,  my set of custom dye subbed keys came in from wasd.  I definitely prefer the feel of the tall doubleshots.(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LUd3iepkS2w/U316Lr_xXvI/AAAAAAAAEzQ/2m0u5EAAet0/w1129-h847-no/IMG_3888.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 21 May 2014, 23:29:12
Rosewill rk9000 cherry blues; after having my original C=64 keys on it for a couple of days,  my set of custom dye subbed keys came in from wasd.  I definitely prefer the feel of the tall doubleshots.
Show Image
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LUd3iepkS2w/U316Lr_xXvI/AAAAAAAAEzQ/2m0u5EAAet0/w1129-h847-no/IMG_3888.JPG)


wasd is dyesub? I thought it was lasered
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 21 May 2014, 23:31:51
It is lasered, you cannot dyesub lighter than the keycap.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 21 May 2014, 23:32:38
It is lasered, you cannot dyesub lighter than the keycap.

I was considering the rare case that you dyesub everything except the legend, sorta like those spongebob dyesubs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grapenutster on Wed, 21 May 2014, 23:34:27
Evidently they have moved on to UV printing, which could either be dye sub or pad printing or what-I-don't-know-yet, for flexibility in colors.

http://support.wasdkeyboards.com/customer/portal/articles/1385501-where-are-laser-etching-and-engraving-options-

wasd is dyesub? I thought it was lasered
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Wed, 21 May 2014, 23:38:58
Evidently they have moved on to UV printing, which could either be dye sub or pad printing or what-I-don't-know-yet, for flexibility in colors.

http://support.wasdkeyboards.com/customer/portal/articles/1385501-where-are-laser-etching-and-engraving-options-

wasd is dyesub? I thought it was lasered

UV printing is neither. They literally have a flatbed printer that prints onto the surface of the onjectlike in this video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxnOyAC_Atc).  The UV light cures the ink they use and makes a hard and durable finish.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: combataran on Fri, 23 May 2014, 00:46:51
All hail king filco

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/heb1DM4.jpg)


68g lubed mx blacks
vortex aluminum case
dsa dolch
What? Your FaceW Fmj doesn't get used?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Fri, 23 May 2014, 02:51:37
Rotated in my Logitech K120 just to keep things real.

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20523800/GH%20Pictures/MISC/Bob%20K120.jpg)

Bob is laughing at me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Fri, 23 May 2014, 03:00:10
Rotated in my Logitech K120 just to keep things real.

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20523800/GH%20Pictures/MISC/Bob%20K120.jpg)


Bob is laughing at me.

Gasp. A rubber dome. Banish him!  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Fri, 23 May 2014, 03:13:20
Rotated in my Logitech K120 just to keep things real.

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20523800/GH%20Pictures/MISC/Bob%20K120.jpg)


Bob is laughing at me.

Gasp. A rubber dome. Banish him!  :eek:

I'll go back to mech in a bit.  Just sending myself a small reminder of the days before. :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hehenri on Fri, 23 May 2014, 04:52:18
Rotated in my Logitech K120 just to keep things real.

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20523800/GH%20Pictures/MISC/Bob%20K120.jpg)


Bob is laughing at me.

I couldn't see that coming :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Fri, 23 May 2014, 06:45:55
All hail king filco

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/heb1DM4.jpg)


68g lubed mx blacks
vortex aluminum case
dsa dolch
What? Your FaceW Fmj doesn't get used?
Yes it does  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dansor on Fri, 23 May 2014, 08:27:02
Using this today, because... well... just because.

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r584/dsoref/spaz_zps3cfe1ac1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Fri, 23 May 2014, 11:11:38
Using this today, because... well... just because.

Show Image
(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r584/dsoref/spaz_zps3cfe1ac1.jpg)


oh my god...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jixr on Fri, 23 May 2014, 11:35:37
can I buy that command key off you?

All of them!
(http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w553/ClaytonGFinley/IMG_9832_zps85be346c.jpg) (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/ClaytonGFinley/media/IMG_9832_zps85be346c.jpg.html)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Fri, 23 May 2014, 12:31:09
can I buy that command key off you?

All of them!
(http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w553/ClaytonGFinley/IMG_9832_zps85be346c.jpg) (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/ClaytonGFinley/media/IMG_9832_zps85be346c.jpg.html)

Nice battlestation! Looks like you are quite a fan of 60℅ boards :)  Have you considered raising the monitors to ear height (a little off topic)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 24 May 2014, 03:22:40
can I buy that command key off you?

All of them!
(http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w553/ClaytonGFinley/IMG_9832_zps85be346c.jpg) (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/ClaytonGFinley/media/IMG_9832_zps85be346c.jpg.html)

Have you heard of colors that aren't blue?

I kid, I kid.  I love your setup, it's very clean and matches quite well.   :thumb:   Also, as blackbox mentioned, you might benefit from raising the monitors if you haven't already experimented with it.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Paspie on Sat, 24 May 2014, 13:40:06
My daily runner:

(http://i.imgur.com/N9B79LS.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/N9B79LS.jpg)

Keycool 87 in white (PBT keys), MX Blues.

My parents have used this cheap Dell for about five years.

(http://i.imgur.com/eSaQEEl.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/eSaQEEl.jpg)

I cleaned it just a couple of days ago when I realised they probably were never going to buy a new one until it broke. They used to have a nice 1999 Quietkey but they ditched it when they decided they didn't like beige. ;( Even worse, it was taken to the dump only a couple of years ago, along with an original Intellimouse and a Samsung CRT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paicrai on Sat, 24 May 2014, 16:16:39
not a favourite
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VilaBobz on Sat, 24 May 2014, 16:48:55
Das 3 with Cherry Blues.  Bought a Realforce 104U and while it felt nice I really don't like it and it causes wrist strain.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sun, 25 May 2014, 04:50:12
not a favourite
(Attachment Link)
oh god not even an mebrane board  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1996 Ford Taurus on Sun, 25 May 2014, 11:37:33
not a favourite
(Attachment Link)

I never got enough tactile feedback out of those keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prankk on Sun, 25 May 2014, 13:16:10
Work - HHKB
Home - Poker II
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 26 May 2014, 07:07:27
Using this today, because... well... just because.

Show Image
(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r584/dsoref/spaz_zps3cfe1ac1.jpg)


You. sir, is a king of perverts :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: allocerveau on Mon, 26 May 2014, 09:07:03
Work - HHKB Pro 2 Type-S (willing to sell it though)
Home - HPE 87 with Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Mon, 26 May 2014, 12:33:47
Dell at102w with a ps/2 adapter with a usb a f to microusb m adapter on a asus the new padfone infinty
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bianco on Tue, 27 May 2014, 00:52:24
swapped in my just completed light saver v1.0 (with hyperfuse dsa) for my personal use (wasd code in storage).
ducky g2pro (with skull squadron dsa) still linked up to my work laptop
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-nrkIfi5x3UM/U4QmVWjsgDI/AAAAAAAAIKA/5fUtNPla9-4/s1600/DSC00915.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 27 May 2014, 05:13:25
swapped in my just completed light saver v1.0 (with hyperfuse dsa) for my personal use (wasd code in storage).
ducky g2pro (with skull squadron dsa) still linked up to my work laptop
Show Image
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-nrkIfi5x3UM/U4QmVWjsgDI/AAAAAAAAIKA/5fUtNPla9-4/s1600/DSC00915.jpg)


Horey effin shizen houzen.


On another note:

Just boarded a plane to LA. The checking desk computer had a full size white Cherry board with matching RGB with black legends to boot. Found it rather amusing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 27 May 2014, 06:05:59
swapped in my just completed light saver v1.0 (with hyperfuse dsa) for my personal use (wasd code in storage).
ducky g2pro (with skull squadron dsa) still linked up to my work laptop
Show Image
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-nrkIfi5x3UM/U4QmVWjsgDI/AAAAAAAAIKA/5fUtNPla9-4/s1600/DSC00915.jpg)


Horey effin shizen houzen.


On another note:

Just boarded a plane to LA. The checking desk computer had a full size white Cherry board with matching RGB with black legends to boot. Found it rather amusing.


Did they let you pull a keycap to check the switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Taeyoung Koh on Tue, 27 May 2014, 06:30:46
Work: Happy Hacking Professional 2  Type-s
Home: Happy Hacking Professional 2, Apple Aluminum 106Key
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 27 May 2014, 18:27:27
Work: Happy Hacking Professional 2  Type-s
Home: Happy Hacking Professional 2, Apple Aluminum 106Key

Welcome to Geekhack!

Nice collection :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 27 May 2014, 18:54:48
swapped in my just completed light saver v1.0 (with hyperfuse dsa) for my personal use (wasd code in storage).
ducky g2pro (with skull squadron dsa) still linked up to my work laptop
Show Image
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-nrkIfi5x3UM/U4QmVWjsgDI/AAAAAAAAIKA/5fUtNPla9-4/s1600/DSC00915.jpg)


Horey effin shizen houzen.


On another note:

Just boarded a plane to LA. The checking desk computer had a full size white Cherry board with matching RGB with black legends to boot. Found it rather amusing.


Did they let you pull a keycap to check the switches?

I wish I could've! I was too busy boarding the plane! Heehee. I knew it at that moment tho, that I'm a major geek... Going to California, and I just wanted to investigate a keyboard at the airport...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: domoaligato on Tue, 27 May 2014, 19:24:23
GH60 rev.a with ergo clears lubed and stickered with techkeys orange stickers.
mounted in a FMJ Design #1 premium black case.
dsa dolch keycaps from pimpmykeyboard.com (probably going back to gmk soon.)
Orange nubbinator cable.
poker plate with removable switch cutouts and poker suits.
edit: I forgot I have a mx lock on the menu key that I use as auto walk in dayz/arma

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacratoy on Tue, 27 May 2014, 19:27:51
(http://i.imgur.com/e4WO4mLl.jpg) (http://imgur.com/e4WO4mL)

Poker II with Vortex PBT doubleshot blue keycaps and a TEX aluminum low profile case in blue.

Not sure I'll ever go back to my Ducky.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 27 May 2014, 20:07:35
My other half had a migraine on the weekend, so I had to go back to my Apple aluminium keyboard for a day.

It was horrible :eek:

As soon as I could I switched back to HHKB, and rested it on a rubber mat to reduce noise just in case.

And to think I used to use the Apple keyboard all the time!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jterp7 on Tue, 27 May 2014, 20:12:20
i would love to bring the stealth browns to work, whenever I decide on the home replacement. Do want backlit for home eventually. Ducky/qf-i are the main candidates. The 60% do intrigue me though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moukimokyu on Tue, 27 May 2014, 21:08:44
My QFR (Mx Browns) arrived today (15 minutes ago actually) and and it's my first mechanical keyboard and I'm sooooo happy with it, I want to stay home from my next class just to spend time typing on this beautiful solid thing ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr. D on Tue, 27 May 2014, 21:16:47
I'm typing this on my $4 Model M that just decided to start working again.  Feels very strange after getting used to the browns in my QFR.  Maybe I'll whip out the AT101W to throw my fingers for a complete loop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 27 May 2014, 21:24:44
My QFR (Mx Browns) arrived today (15 minutes ago actually) and and it's my first mechanical keyboard and I'm sooooo happy with it, I want to stay home from my next class just to spend time typing on this beautiful solid thing ;D

If you don't mind me asking, did you buy it in Australia?  if so, where from?  Not many places seem to stock QFR any more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 27 May 2014, 22:37:59
GH60 rev.a with ergo clears lubed and stickered with techkeys orange stickers.
mounted in a FMJ Design #1 premium black case.
dsa dolch keycaps from pimpmykeyboard.com (probably going back to gmk soon.)
Orange nubbinator cable.
poker plate with removable switch cutouts and poker suits.
edit: I forgot I have a mx lock on the menu key that I use as auto walk in dayz/arma

(Attachment Link)

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeessssss. Too good. This set never gets old. Add that fmj... Dayum.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 27 May 2014, 23:20:01
(http://i.imgur.com/e4WO4mLl.jpg) (http://imgur.com/e4WO4mL)

Poker II with Vortex PBT doubleshot blue keycaps and a TEX aluminum low profile case in blue.

Not sure I'll ever go back to my Ducky.

You finally got your blue TEX case  :thumb:

Dat blue case with the white plate and matching caps  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: missalaire on Tue, 27 May 2014, 23:53:14
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BetaZerker on Wed, 28 May 2014, 04:47:56
I'm using a sidewinder x4 (membrane POS), but I'm going to get a Poker 2 with browns soon! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madhias on Wed, 28 May 2014, 05:34:48
I'm using right now a Ducky G2Pro Black Mamba with clears and it's stock PBT black engraved caps, which feel really great. On the ESC position is a black keyboardrunner novelty key some nice person gave me for free with some other caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 28 May 2014, 07:50:56
(http://i.imgur.com/e4WO4mLl.jpg) (http://imgur.com/e4WO4mL)

Poker II with Vortex PBT doubleshot blue keycaps and a TEX aluminum low profile case in blue.

Not sure I'll ever go back to my Ducky.



Wuuuuuuuuuuut wwwoooooooooowwwww

This board seems flawless to me. Dual-color with the matching plate is incredible!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jterp7 on Wed, 28 May 2014, 08:02:01
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Wed, 28 May 2014, 08:12:00
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

He or someone else switched the switches. Corsair does not have a mx clear keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kakkun on Wed, 28 May 2014, 09:04:37
IBM Model M 1390120 at home
Filco Majestouch2 w/ browns at work.

currently gearing up to create a custom phantom with blues at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Wed, 28 May 2014, 09:39:09
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

He or someone else switched the switches. Corsair does not have a mx clear keyboard.

missalaire is a woman.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Wed, 28 May 2014, 09:43:30
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

He or someone else switched the switches. Corsair does not have a mx clear keyboard.

missalaire is a woman.
OK

She or someone else switched the switches. Corsair does not have a mx clear keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 28 May 2014, 10:22:07
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

He or someone else switched the switches. Corsair does not have a mx clear keyboard.

missalaire is a woman.

There's no women on the internet, only men pretending to be women.

Also all 12 years old are undercover fbi agents.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 28 May 2014, 10:42:30
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

He or someone else switched the switches. Corsair does not have a mx clear keyboard.

missalaire is a woman.

There's no women on the internet, only men pretending to be women.

Also all 12 years old are undercover fbi agents.

TIL    paicrai = FBI :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: missalaire on Wed, 28 May 2014, 11:58:33
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

Kmiller8 modded it for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Wed, 28 May 2014, 11:59:23
SSK + 3700
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 28 May 2014, 12:18:46
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

Kmiller8 modded it for me.

Nooo wayyy!! I was wrong!!! Their really are women on the internet!!!

My mind is blown away.

So yea girl how about we go grab a coffee and you show me those nice boards you have?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jterp7 on Wed, 28 May 2014, 12:26:38
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

Kmiller8 modded it for me.

Hmm..this gives me ideas. I would love to turn the nzxt white/white into clears instead of stock reds. Mind sharing the details of the conversion?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 28 May 2014, 12:29:15
^ http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=53817.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: missalaire on Wed, 28 May 2014, 14:46:29
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

Kmiller8 modded it for me.

Nooo wayyy!! I was wrong!!! Their really are women on the internet!!!

My mind is blown away.

So yea girl how about we go grab a coffee and you show me those nice boards you have?

Lol cute.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Wed, 28 May 2014, 15:23:54
REΛLFORCE 87UB/45-gram
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: newchemicals on Wed, 28 May 2014, 15:33:09
IBM model M 1391401
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: margo baggins on Wed, 28 May 2014, 15:36:33
HHKB Pro2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 28 May 2014, 15:37:16
^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: badboybry9000 on Wed, 28 May 2014, 15:58:56
I'm also using an IBM model M 1391401.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Wed, 28 May 2014, 16:06:23
Back to my QFR with blues, at least for the time being.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mainian on Wed, 28 May 2014, 18:43:02
Weird as it is. I've gone through 7 keyboards of 60%, 70%, TKL, and Full, yet the first board I bought is sitting on my desk at home.

Gotta say, I've really gotten a lot of usage out my Filco Majestouch-2 TKL Ninja with blues.

I rotate it between work and home with an FC660C. I prefer to use the FC660C more and that is why it's at work. I realize I could bring it home (and I didn't do that for a year with my poker (1 & 2), but I just prefer cherry mx blues to browns / blacks. 

Just incredibly odd that consider that I really do enjoy topre; however, I don't know if I could ever go away from cherry mx completely. I believe I've had the best experience typing on blues, even though I type faster on both topre and browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Thu, 29 May 2014, 19:10:40
iPads keyboard. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zevus on Thu, 29 May 2014, 19:15:18
IBM Model M 1391401
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 29 May 2014, 19:19:55
My filco with 68g lubed old/vintage blacks. Hands down my favorite switches I have tried so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PointyFox on Thu, 29 May 2014, 22:11:02
My filco with 68g lubed old/vintage blacks. Hands down my favorite switches I have tried so far.

 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Sun, 01 June 2014, 19:29:08
Corsair K65/MX Red
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaptLock on Sun, 01 June 2014, 19:55:19
Filco Brown TKL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sun, 01 June 2014, 20:54:13
QFR with clears again -- with RK9000 reds attached to the server
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Mon, 02 June 2014, 07:41:06
Corsair K65 (MX Clear)

wth, where did you find a clear version? All I ever see from them is red

Kmiller8 modded it for me.

Nooo wayyy!! I was wrong!!! Their really are women on the internet!!!

My mind is blown away.

So yea girl how about we go grab a coffee and you show me those nice boards you have?

Lol cute.

 :-[ :-* <3  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Andy_Nixeus on Mon, 02 June 2014, 11:13:25
i am currently using NIXEUS MODA mechanical keyboard brown switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Mon, 02 June 2014, 19:50:01
i am currently using NIXEUS MODA mechanical keyboard brown switches.

Hey, a new commercial vendor!
Had to Google that particular brand. Is this the one you're talking about?
http://www.nixeus.com/?product=moda-mechanical-key-board

>Kailh  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Firebolt1914 on Mon, 02 June 2014, 20:37:36
I'm using a Ducky Shine 3 with MX Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rafen on Mon, 02 June 2014, 20:39:44
Using a QFR w/ browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luisbg on Mon, 02 June 2014, 20:52:20
Leopold FC660M. Brown switches, blank white keycaps and black case.

Only mechanical I have for now, so easy decision  :p

Loving the 60%! So tempted to try the Poker II now. With a smaller form factor. Getting used to using the function key for everything and would like it to be more programmable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 03 June 2014, 01:09:13
i am currently using NIXEUS MODA mechanical keyboard brown switches.

Welcome to Geekhack!

i am currently using NIXEUS MODA mechanical keyboard brown switches.

Hey, a new commercial vendor!
Had to Google that particular brand. Is this the one you're talking about?
http://www.nixeus.com/?product=moda-mechanical-key-board

>Kailh  :-X


Might be nice to get some feedback and bounce some ideas of a vendor who has much familiarity with these switches.  Especially now that another major keyboard manufacturer has started using them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 03 June 2014, 06:59:48
i am currently using NIXEUS MODA mechanical keyboard brown switches.

Welcome to Geekhack!

i am currently using NIXEUS MODA mechanical keyboard brown switches.

Hey, a new commercial vendor!
Had to Google that particular brand. Is this the one you're talking about?
http://www.nixeus.com/?product=moda-mechanical-key-board

>Kailh  :-X


Might be nice to get some feedback and bounce some ideas of a vendor who has much familiarity with these switches.  Especially now that another major keyboard manufacturer has started using them.

If that "major keyboard manufacturer" has to rebrand them and try to hide them as much as possible, i hardly think it could ever be at MX level.

imo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Thu, 05 June 2014, 03:33:44
Cycled out my 60% and I'm back to using my full-size Shine 2 with lubed browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 05 June 2014, 04:21:20
I'm at work, so now I'm using my Poker II with blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luisbg on Thu, 05 June 2014, 10:26:35
I'm at work, so now I'm using my Poker II with blues.

Jealous.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UnlikeAny on Thu, 05 June 2014, 11:34:36
I'm currently using some membrane benq keyboard, because my hhkb pro 2 keycaps are still wet from cleaning and after that it will wait for a new owner. I will try to sell it and get Poker II, as I really want to try cherry mx switches. Still not sure which ones should I get, because I both play games and type a lot. I'm leaning more towards blues than reds. Work should be more important, shouldn't it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 05 June 2014, 11:39:14
At home: Poker X w/reds, Cherry DS BoB, WoB mods, red o-rings,  sounds like rain.
At work: FC660M w/browns, SP DS, DSA Macross. Feels awesome.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blusey on Thu, 05 June 2014, 11:48:05
Currently using the Gamdias Hermes. Will actually be writing a review up for it later as I've been quite surprised with it! I switched from a Ducky Shine and wasn't really sure what I'd get ;o! Turns out it's pretty good
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: domoaligato on Thu, 05 June 2014, 11:54:52
@ work with the fc660c. btw I am not really liking the topre as much as I thought I would.
This board will probably go back in the box to test fit custom keycaps.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sorun on Fri, 06 June 2014, 00:55:32
CM QFR blues as my daily typer.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blusey on Sun, 08 June 2014, 10:31:56
CM QFR blues as my daily typer.
What do you think of it though? I mean personally I was tore between the QFR and the Gamdias Hermes. I mean granted Hermes could do with back lighting/removing the macro keys but overall I really like the keyboard etc. Just wondering what people thought of the QFR also.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VilaBobz on Sun, 08 June 2014, 12:18:03
Right now Das 3.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: airlangga07 on Tue, 10 June 2014, 10:38:35
i've been using Filco TKL Blues now at work and also at home. on my way looking for compact keyboard to use at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: larsjuhljensen on Tue, 10 June 2014, 10:59:06
Typing on my lovely CM Storm QuickFire Stealth with brown switches. I really like both the look and feel of it, but will soon test if adding red o-rings will make it even better :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: archer on Tue, 10 June 2014, 12:04:11
At work: Keycool84 with MX Reds
At home: GON NerD TKL with 50g MX Blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 10 June 2014, 13:42:47
Corsair Vengeance K65 with MX Red switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Tue, 10 June 2014, 18:14:09
Matias Secure Pro for the last three weeks. Loved it, but it has a big flaw on the wireless design which I wasn't aware of until a few hours ago :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metalliqaz on Tue, 10 June 2014, 18:18:33
I've been using a Realforce 87U 45g at work now for several months.  It's a good work horse keyboard, and it isn't as loud ad the MX switches, which my coworkers appreciate.  At home I use my Epsilon with MX browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Wed, 11 June 2014, 00:25:13
Matias Secure Pro for the last three weeks. Loved it, but it has a big flaw on the wireless design which I wasn't aware of until a few hours ago :rolleyes:

Now you caught my attention. What is the design flaw you're talking about?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 11 June 2014, 00:25:39
11900 1/2 clear 1/2 black
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EZalybored on Wed, 11 June 2014, 02:07:08
I'm using the Ducky Shine II: Red Backlight, MX Blues, O-rings

I also use a Poker X for essays/notes: MX Blues, Klaxon Keycaps
But I'm trying to get ahold of some MX Clears to make Pandas
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Wed, 11 June 2014, 09:47:52
I'm using the Ducky Shine II: Red Backlight, MX Blues, O-rings

I also use a Poker X for essays/notes: MX Blues, Klaxon Keycaps
But I'm trying to get ahold of some MX Clears to make Pandas

Mechanicalkeyboards.com has plenty of clears:

http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=58 (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=58)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Wed, 11 June 2014, 13:40:56
Matias Secure Pro for the last three weeks. Loved it, but it has a big flaw on the wireless design which I wasn't aware of until a few hours ago :rolleyes:

Now you caught my attention. What is the design flaw you're talking about?

Continuous synchronization, its transmitter goes into "sync" mode when it can't find the receiver and that drains battery very quickly.

How did I find that out? I stored the receiver on the keyboard itself when I wasn't using it, without turning it off, thinking it'd go into "sleep mode", as it does when it is synchronized with the receiver. My Logitech G602 goes into sleep mode when it can't find its transmitter for a certain time, and I thought the Secure Pro would do the same.

As a result, the battery which was supposed to last 6-12 months, lasted only 15 days after the first time I charged it.

The only way to fix that, is to turn off the keyboard when you want to transport it or store it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Wed, 11 June 2014, 14:28:31
A HP rubber dome at work because my WASD suddenly stopped working on the thin clients but it works at home ;_;
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 11 June 2014, 15:01:13
KUL ES-87

Brand new! I like it a lot. Very solid.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Wed, 11 June 2014, 15:17:21
I have been using my ErgoDox since I built it last week. Such a cool keyboard. It took about 2-3 days to get used to the non-staggered layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 11 June 2014, 15:31:19
I have been using my ErgoDox since I built it last week. Such a cool keyboard. It took about 2-3 days to get used to the non-staggered layout.

Wait till you  go back to standard layout. Hands feel so cramped. Luckily, getting used to standard layout again only takes 30 mins.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Wed, 11 June 2014, 15:35:09
I'm using my Model M atm. Giving it some fresh air rather than it being shelved.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Thu, 12 June 2014, 21:20:12
at the moment a chicony 5161, but will be going back to my m

old school :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vinzlr on Thu, 12 June 2014, 21:21:17
Currently a vortex Race II with mx Reds, only board I have at the moment :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Sat, 14 June 2014, 03:00:32
Currently using my model F XT.  I'm in switch bliss.  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exit on Sat, 14 June 2014, 03:25:01
Tesoro Durandal G1NL eSport edition.

Very underrated keyboard. Very very nice quality and look.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Sat, 14 June 2014, 04:49:55
Currently using my model F XT.  I'm in switch bliss.  :))

With Soarer's or some other convertor?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Sat, 14 June 2014, 09:46:05
Tesoro Durandal G1NL eSport edition.

Very underrated keyboard. Very very nice quality and look.

As owner of a Tesoro Lobera Supreme G5NFL, I really do have to disagree a bit with the "very very nice quality" part. The external build really isn't bad, but the keycaps, just like all iOne keyboards (and Solid Year ones too), are just awful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Sat, 14 June 2014, 10:07:59
WASD V2 with MX Browns. Just got it a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely love the feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Sat, 14 June 2014, 17:42:15
Currently using my model F XT.  I'm in switch bliss.  :))

With Soarer's or some other convertor?
I'm pretty clueless about electronics so I just bought hagstrom's converter.  It's not nearly as good but it gets the job done.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sat, 14 June 2014, 18:20:23
soarer's is pretty much brain dead easy if you know how to solder. teensy flashing is super easy and its just 8 solder joints you need to make. Total cost is $25 vs $60 for hagstrom. What's even more stupid is F xt can be had for $40, and hagstrom is 1.5x more expensive
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Sun, 15 June 2014, 04:59:53
soarer's is pretty much brain dead easy if you know how to solder. teensy flashing is super easy and its just 8 solder joints you need to make. Total cost is $25 vs $60 for hagstrom. What's even more stupid is F xt can be had for $40, and hagstrom is 1.5x more expensive
Lol, yeah the main reason I didn't use bother to use soarer's is because I don't have a soldering kit so I probably wouldn't have saved much money in the end. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exit on Sun, 15 June 2014, 05:17:50
Tesoro Durandal G1NL eSport edition.

Very underrated keyboard. Very very nice quality and look.

As owner of a Tesoro Lobera Supreme G5NFL, I really do have to disagree a bit with the "very very nice quality" part. The external build really isn't bad, but the keycaps, just like all iOne keyboards (and Solid Year ones too), are just awful.

Laser etched ABS is in a lot of keyboards..... not just iONE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaptLock on Sun, 15 June 2014, 09:25:00
A filco brown  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Deviruki on Sun, 15 June 2014, 13:45:51
Ducky Shine 3 YOTS.

Dem lights.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Toad1677 on Sun, 15 June 2014, 14:06:30
Just started using Max Keyboard Blackbird TKL with Blue switches and LED's. Solid keyboard so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Sun, 15 June 2014, 14:59:57
hhkb pro 2 :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Sun, 15 June 2014, 15:02:27
hhkb pro 2 :blank:
(https://i.imgur.com/M7Dgbog.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Sun, 15 June 2014, 15:03:55
hhkb pro 2 :blank:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/M7Dgbog.gif)


sold all my other keyboards lol;;
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Sun, 15 June 2014, 15:05:19
i always randomly post twice...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: omfgwtf on Mon, 16 June 2014, 01:26:52
Ducky shine 2 brown / white led :) Just got my KB signed by Winnie at Computex  :thumb:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/t31.0-8/10339382_10152116650356625_2844245215586260351_o.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/t31.0-8/10458941_10152116650351625_6647784774821622817_o.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 16 June 2014, 01:55:54
Poker2 with Blues.

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_3_4401047851.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blithen on Mon, 16 June 2014, 02:03:36
Filco Minila with blues, I missed clicky switches too much. I've realized I can't use anything but these now haha.
I love the layout of this thing too, the spacebar is surprisingly perfect.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Mon, 16 June 2014, 02:05:14
Ducky shine 2 brown / white led :) Just got my KB signed by Winnie at Computex  :thumb:

Show Image
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That's awesome! :thumb:

Post it over at the Post your Duckies! thread (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=44203.0)! ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ckar on Mon, 16 June 2014, 15:22:30
Before:

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb8.png)


After:

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb1.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 16 June 2014, 15:31:00
lz mx mini se with qazpad

1. holy **** this board is heavy
2, Holy **** it feels quite good

but the spacebar is making a clacking noise on the upstroke when it hits the top. Anyone know how to fix?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: avtar on Mon, 16 June 2014, 16:19:50
Before:

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(http://i.imgur.com/GKyKPjO.jpg)



After:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zuC9zJM.jpg)


That's a nice upgrade :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 16 June 2014, 16:22:34
Before:

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(http://i.imgur.com/GKyKPjO.jpg)



After:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zuC9zJM.jpg)


That's a nice upgrade :thumb:

It had to be done :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 16 June 2014, 22:48:09
Before:

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(http://i.imgur.com/GKyKPjO.jpg)



After:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zuC9zJM.jpg)


Welcome to Geekhack!

Nice upgrade - 55g uniform? ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 16 June 2014, 22:51:11
Before:

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(http://i.imgur.com/GKyKPjO.jpg)



After:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zuC9zJM.jpg)


Welcome to Geekhack!

Nice upgrade - 55g uniform? ;)

Better be :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 16 June 2014, 22:52:37
Before:

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(http://i.imgur.com/GKyKPjO.jpg)



After:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zuC9zJM.jpg)


Welcome to Geekhack!

Nice upgrade - 55g uniform? ;)

Better be :P

+1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wetto on Mon, 16 June 2014, 23:57:14
Tesoro Durandal G1NL eSport edition.

Very underrated keyboard. Very very nice quality and look.

As owner of a Tesoro Lobera Supreme G5NFL, I really do have to disagree a bit with the "very very nice quality" part. The external build really isn't bad, but the keycaps, just like all iOne keyboards (and Solid Year ones too), are just awful.

Laser etched ABS is in a lot of keyboards..... not just iONE

Even ABS has different levels of quality, can't say it's all the same like that.

(http://imageshack.com/a/img28/1173/biym.jpg)

First: Craptastic keycraps from my old Logitech G710+, which left my home with 3 broken keycaps (M4, M5, left CTRL) even though I barely used it. These keycaps are made by Solid Year.

Second: Low quality keycap from my Tt Meka G-Unit. Supposedly produced by i-Rocks.

Third: Das Keyboard keycap, made by a Taiwanese Keycap supplier which makes almost all of the keycaps used by Costar. The plastic is actually quite good and a lot better than the others.

Fourth: Corsair Vengeance K70 keycap, uses a different and much better painting method than the Logitech G710+, but the plastic is the same and they're made by Solid Year.

Fifth: CM Storm Trigger keycap, made by a Taiwanese Keycap supplier which makes almost all of the keycaps used by Costar. One curious thing is that recent units seem to have a different painting method than older ones, thus there's several cases of paint wearing on new units, while older owners don't have that problem. The plastic is actually quite good and a lot better than the others.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lain1911 on Tue, 17 June 2014, 00:31:21
Poker2 with Blues.

Show Image
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_3_4401047851.jpg)


Where did you pick this up?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 17 June 2014, 00:36:41
Poker2 with Blues.

Show Image
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_3_4401047851.jpg)


Where did you pick this up?

I got it from qtan's website a while ago.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Andy_Nixeus on Tue, 17 June 2014, 00:48:42
Work: Nixeus Moda Mechanical Keyboard w/ black keys (prototype) sorry if i have misinformed some of you.
home: Nixeus Moda Mechanical Keyboard w/ brown keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exit on Tue, 17 June 2014, 01:51:20
Tesoro Durandal G1NL eSport edition.

Very underrated keyboard. Very very nice quality and look.

As owner of a Tesoro Lobera Supreme G5NFL, I really do have to disagree a bit with the "very very nice quality" part. The external build really isn't bad, but the keycaps, just like all iOne keyboards (and Solid Year ones too), are just awful.

Laser etched ABS is in a lot of keyboards..... not just iONE

Even ABS has different levels of quality, can't say it's all the same like that.

Show Image
(http://imageshack.com/a/img28/1173/biym.jpg)


First: Craptastic keycraps from my old Logitech G710+, which left my home with 3 broken keycaps (M4, M5, left CTRL) even though I barely used it. These keycaps are made by Solid Year.

Second: Low quality keycap from my Tt Meka G-Unit. Supposedly produced by i-Rocks.

Third: Das Keyboard keycap, made by a Taiwanese Keycap supplier which makes almost all of the keycaps used by Costar. The plastic is actually quite good and a lot better than the others.

Fourth: Corsair Vengeance K70 keycap, uses a different and much better painting method than the Logitech G710+, but the plastic is the same and they're made by Solid Year.

Fifth: CM Storm Trigger keycap, made by a Taiwanese Keycap supplier which makes almost all of the keycaps used by Costar. One curious thing is that recent units seem to have a different painting method than older ones, thus there's several cases of paint wearing on new units, while older owners don't have that problem. The plastic is actually quite good and a lot better than the others.

Mmm, interesting. The keycaps don't affect me much though. Cheap to replace and honestly don't feel that bad. Could be better, but not bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 17 June 2014, 06:58:37
IBM Model M. Dat noise. My only issue is that it's winkeyless, thus AltGraph is too far to the right. Meh.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtazy222 on Tue, 17 June 2014, 19:36:51
Ducky YOTD MX Red with red/blue LED covers
(http://i59.tinypic.com/6jlo3d.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 17 June 2014, 19:59:16
Ducky YOTD MX Red with red/blue LED covers
Show Image
(http://i59.tinypic.com/6jlo3d.jpg)


Those LED covers are surprisingly effective :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Tue, 17 June 2014, 20:23:39
Ducky YOTD MX Red with red/blue LED covers
Show Image
(http://i59.tinypic.com/6jlo3d.jpg)


Damn, that's gorgeous.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Tue, 17 June 2014, 20:32:38
I have an IBM Model M 42H1292 Made in UK board.  I recently purchased 2 Model M's off of Craigslist.  I sold the first one.  I have 2 computers at work, a Dell box for which I use the Model M.  I have an old MacBook Pro and use a white Apple Pro Keyboard from an old iMac.  At home, I use a black Apple Pro Keyboard (discarded by someone in the office) with an HP box.   
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:09:41
here is a (camera phone) picture of my current setup at work:

(http://i.imgur.com/Btsl1XU.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: "Edgar Allen Pho is Dead." on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:13:34
Currently using SSK and HHKB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:14:28
G84-4101PAAUS  :-\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:15:30
Currently using SSK and HHKB

at the same time!?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:15:50
G84-4101PAAUS  :-\

so you ditched mx mini for a ml 75%.....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:19:16
After a brief interlude with the KMAC, I've got the Kingsaver and DT35 in front of me at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luisbg on Thu, 19 June 2014, 15:24:11
After a month using a brand new Leopold FC660M, I am loving it :)
Though I must say I am still tempted to give the Poker II a try.

Will take pictures soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prankk on Fri, 20 June 2014, 23:03:37
Keyed Up Labs ES-87 w/ Clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Fri, 20 June 2014, 23:06:42
Finally fixed up the qazpad, although it is held together by hot glue.  >:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lightsout714 on Fri, 20 June 2014, 23:16:19
Keyed Up Labs ES-87 w/ Clears
Same here, great stock board. Haven't even swapped out the caps yet. Might wait for dolch.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kansas city shuffle on Fri, 20 June 2014, 23:17:42
RealForce 87U TKL

(http://elitekeyboards.com/proddata/images/th/SE070S_full1000_th620x400.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lightsout714 on Fri, 20 June 2014, 23:26:57
RealForce 87U TKL

Show Image
(http://elitekeyboards.com/proddata/images/th/SE070S_full1000_th620x400.jpg)


This will be my next keyboard. Very nice looking.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: poeee on Mon, 23 June 2014, 04:56:08
here is a (camera phone) picture of my current setup at work:

Nice setup.  What is the number pad?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 23 June 2014, 04:59:20
RealForce 87U TKL

Show Image
(http://elitekeyboards.com/proddata/images/th/SE070S_full1000_th620x400.jpg)


This will be my next keyboard. Very nice looking.

Sorry to get OT, but I love your avatar.  Robin Hood was my favorite Disney cartoon growing up.  It still is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Mon, 23 June 2014, 05:07:55
RealForce 87U TKL

Show Image
(http://elitekeyboards.com/proddata/images/th/SE070S_full1000_th620x400.jpg)


This will be my next keyboard. Very nice looking.

Sorry to get OT, but I love your avatar.  Robin Hood was my favorite Disney cartoon growing up.  It still is.
I liked your Sakuraba avatar better... just sayin...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: darkspider on Mon, 23 June 2014, 06:16:56
clicky IBM Model M 1391401
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 25 June 2014, 08:25:50
THIS THREAD LACKS UPDATES

I AM DISPLEASED

POST MORE PIMPED BOARDS

OR ELSE I SHALL UNLEASH MY MIGHTY FURY OF UNDYING CRAVE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Wed, 25 June 2014, 08:30:04
I'm at work and using my little brother's Ducky 9008 G2 something something mx browns with a shiny WoB set and an MX Julysicle

probably going to grab a 55u RF for work when they come back in stock
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacratoy on Wed, 25 June 2014, 10:41:16
(http://i.imgur.com/L6WIAp2l.jpg)

My KUL ES87 w/ Cherry MX Clears. Decided to throw some die-sub PBT Ducky keycaps on there. Very good decision.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Wed, 25 June 2014, 12:18:06
f-122
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exitfire401 on Wed, 25 June 2014, 12:19:32
Using my HHKB right this moment at work, and when I get home, I'll be using my Race 2.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Wed, 25 June 2014, 12:20:38
HHKB  + Leo numpad @ work

Would really like to plug a trackball into the back of this thing. :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 25 June 2014, 12:22:17
HHKB4LYFE!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Wed, 25 June 2014, 15:23:03
Using my Kingsaver w/ Blue ALPS and SGI granite + wang caps.

(http://i.imgur.com/YyeVKpv.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 25 June 2014, 21:17:00
Back to the Blackwidow (MX Blue with blue backlighting) after a long run of Model M.

My laptop is pretty much always hooked up to a Quickfire Rapid with MX Reds (and occasionally the Das Keyboard with MX Browns).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CK Briefs on Wed, 25 June 2014, 21:34:07
Orion is love. Orion is life.

(HHKB SOON)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Wed, 25 June 2014, 21:42:39
Orion is love. Orion is life.

(HHKB SOON)

where are the pics
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lingj on Thu, 26 June 2014, 02:43:31
Currently using a Poker II with mx browns until I get stancato9's mx clear Poker II!

(http://i.imgur.com/C6SA9sK.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: poeee on Thu, 26 June 2014, 02:54:23
HHKB  + Leo numpad @ work

Would really like to plug a trackball into the back of this thing. :blank:

Thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 26 June 2014, 03:26:09
Currently using a Poker II with mx browns until I get stancato9's mx clear Poker II!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/C6SA9sK.jpg)


ooooo not bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Thu, 26 June 2014, 03:51:47
Dell SK-8000
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Thu, 26 June 2014, 03:57:52
Currently using a Poker II with mx browns until I get stancato9's mx clear Poker II!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/C6SA9sK.jpg)

Don't those caps glow in the dark as well, or am I mistaken?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lingj on Thu, 26 June 2014, 04:30:37
Don't those caps glow in the dark as well, or am I mistaken?

Yep they do.
(http://i.imgur.com/jClsxtT.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenir on Thu, 26 June 2014, 10:04:03
Don't those caps glow in the dark as well, or am I mistaken?

Yep they do.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jClsxtT.jpg)

That's freaking neat.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OnTheBrink on Thu, 26 June 2014, 13:45:51
Don't those caps glow in the dark as well, or am I mistaken?

Yep they do.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jClsxtT.jpg)


What caps are these?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Thu, 26 June 2014, 13:48:03
Typing on my ibm model M that I just got. Very different from what I though BS would be.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 26 June 2014, 13:58:32
Still rocking my 3x Poker X's from years ago.  Still lovin em!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Thu, 26 June 2014, 14:22:49
(http://g.vatgia.vn/gallery_img/1/gnv1333869430.jpg)(http://g.vatgia.vn/gallery_img/1/gnv1333869430.jpg)(http://g.vatgia.vn/gallery_img/1/gnv1333869430.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lingj on Thu, 26 June 2014, 17:57:01
What caps are these?

EVA Noctilucous Keyset from feng's groupbuy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 26 June 2014, 17:58:34
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(http://g.vatgia.vn/gallery_img/1/gnv1333869430.jpg)
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The KB-0316 variant is very nice...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PizzaCola on Thu, 26 June 2014, 18:20:03
I'm on a stock Rosewill RK9000 with Blues. It's only a few days old. Nobody at work's complained yet about the noise. I'm a really heavy keystroke guy, so the clicks aren't where the most of the noise is coming from, but the bottoming out onto the board is so much louder than RD to cushion the blow. Oh well. CLICKETTY CLICKETTY CLACK
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 26 June 2014, 18:44:51
Currently using a Poker II with mx browns until I get stancato9's mx clear Poker II!

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**** I didn't think they'd actually look good. Now I'll have to step my game up for my version of the set :X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 26 June 2014, 18:57:43
Realforce 87UB 55g

(http://i.imgur.com/LCpFac3.jpg)

Feels good, mang.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lammie on Fri, 27 June 2014, 11:41:31
Also had a HP Standard keyboard, the kb0316. Mine said it is made by Chicony. Both Chicony and Keytronic are very good, if not best, in rubberdome kb's. Don't like the 100% layout though. Amazon.com also sells a HP tenkeyless kb. Very nice too! But a bit mushy and sounds less tactile than the 0316. So, I swapped the Chicony rubberdomes in the HP tenkeyless kb.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Fri, 27 June 2014, 11:53:55
Writing on my Cherry G80-11800 that I recently modified to hav mx clears. Feels good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:01:03
Also had a HP Standard keyboard, the kb0316. Mine said it is made by Chicony. Both Chicony and Keytronic are very good, if not best, in rubberdome kb's. Don't like the 100% layout though. Amazon.com also sells a HP tenkeyless kb. Very nice too! But a bit mushy and sounds less tactile than the 0316. So, I swapped the Chicony rubberdomes in the HP tenkeyless kb.

I ended up not liking the HP TKL.  The throw is much shorter than the kb0316 which I didn't like very much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lammie on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:05:33
Yeah, I also like the kb0316 better. Unfortunately, I got the UK version with small left shift-knob. I can't adapt using UK layouts. So, I just modded it onto the HP tkl.
At Leiden University (Holland) major library, I saw there were about 100's of kb0316 installed for use. And they get beaten for about 8-10 hours each day. They still work. But the tactility is gone, and just feels mushy..too bad. I think rubberdomes are just nice in the beginning.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:07:55
And today, I continue to use a Hewlett-Packard rubber dome keyboard:
(http://g.vatgia.vn/gallery_img/1/gnv1333869430.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lammie on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:13:51
Another rubberdome kb user. What a suprise.
Often, the most expensive or rarest key switch/kb doensn't necessarily has to be 'the best'.

I like the feel of my Keytronic ergo weighted over the kb0316 though..But find the HP more solid and better printed keycaps. Also the Keytronic is HUGE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:26:17
Often, the most expensive or rarest key switch/kb doesn't necessarily has to be 'the best'.

Absolutely.  I've never had a membrane keyboard suddenly fail or start 'chattering' on me.  Although I like the KB0316 the best I still haven't tracked down an ANSI Olivetti yet.  I would love to try out one of those for fun.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lammie on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:35:13
Talking about Olivetti. Once, had a Olivetti Lettera 36 electric typewriter. The keys on that keyboard were truly mindblowing! No kiddin! I had had a smile from here to Tokyo. Pneumatic keys or something, heard somebody say.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Fri, 27 June 2014, 12:37:18
Another rubberdome kb user. What a suprise.
Often, the most expensive or rarest key switch/kb doensn't necessarily has to be 'the best'.

I like the feel of my Keytronic ergo weighted over the kb0316 though..But find the HP more solid and better printed keycaps. Also the Keytronic is HUGE

Lots of rubber dome users out there! Rubber domes are the most-used key switch for a reason.

I do use mechanical keyboards on a few of my personal home computers though. The Hewlett-Packard unit happens to be on my work machine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Fri, 27 June 2014, 21:48:25
Delete post.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Fri, 27 June 2014, 22:13:13
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3888/14337296657_1219a52f4c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nQWoMX)

muh hamde
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 27 June 2014, 22:20:04
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3888/14337296657_1219a52f4c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nQWoMX)

muh hamde

(http://aliciatasteslife.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/grahamwich-grilled-cheese-close-up.jpg)


I get the same reaction to both pictures... drooling and sloppy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 28 June 2014, 10:17:31
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3888/14337296657_1219a52f4c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nQWoMX)

muh hamde

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(http://aliciatasteslife.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/grahamwich-grilled-cheese-close-up.jpg)



I get the same reaction to both pictures... drooling and sloppy.

Damn.   I know what I'm having for breakfast now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: calavera on Sat, 28 June 2014, 10:50:24
Damn, G80-5000! My dream board right there. Sad that I was never able to find one in all these years.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Sat, 28 June 2014, 12:54:23
Another rubberdome kb user. What a suprise.
Often, the most expensive or rarest key switch/kb doensn't necessarily has to be 'the best'.

I like the feel of my Keytronic ergo weighted over the kb0316 though..But find the HP more solid and better printed keycaps. Also the Keytronic is HUGE

Lots of rubber dome users out there! Rubber domes are the most-used key switch for a reason.

I do use mechanical keyboards on a few of my personal home computers though. The Hewlett-Packard unit happens to be on my work machine.

not here there isn't................
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Sat, 28 June 2014, 14:43:48
IBM Model F PC AT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 28 June 2014, 19:10:12
I'm using a Model M at the moment, and had pancakes for breakfast - home made by my sweet other half :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CK Briefs on Sat, 28 June 2014, 19:47:44
Orion is love. Orion is life.

(HHKB SOON)

where are the pics


(http://i.imgur.com/7qAOWc7.jpg)


You know I only have potatos to give out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 28 June 2014, 20:18:51
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3888/14337296657_1219a52f4c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nQWoMX)

muh hamde

Show Image
(http://aliciatasteslife.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/grahamwich-grilled-cheese-close-up.jpg)



I get the same reaction to both pictures... drooling and sloppy.

Damn.   I know what I'm having for breakfast now.

I hope you did, good sir. I hope you did.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sat, 28 June 2014, 20:22:53
NOW, I HAVE STARTED USING AN IBM MODEL M KEYBOARD, ALONG WITH AN APPLE COMPACT KEYBOARD ON THE NEIGHBORING COMPUTER.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: asgeirtj on Sat, 28 June 2014, 20:40:45
At home: Poker X w/reds, Cherry DS BoB, WoB mods, red o-rings,  sounds like rain.
At work: FC660M w/browns, SP DS, DSA Macross. Feels awesome.

What is BoB and WoB mods?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 28 June 2014, 21:38:39
At home: Poker X w/reds, Cherry DS BoB, WoB mods, red o-rings,  sounds like rain.
At work: FC660M w/browns, SP DS, DSA Macross. Feels awesome.

What is BoB and WoB mods?

BoB = black (text) on white keycaps.

WoB = white (text) on black keycaps.

mods = modifiers - shift, ctrl, alt, win, caps (and sometimes tab, enter, backspace).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pacifist on Sat, 28 June 2014, 21:39:43
At home: Poker X w/reds, Cherry DS BoB, WoB mods, red o-rings,  sounds like rain.
At work: FC660M w/browns, SP DS, DSA Macross. Feels awesome.

What is BoB and WoB mods?

BoB = black (text) on white keycaps.

WoB = white (text) on black keycaps.

mods = modifiers - shift, ctrl, alt, win, caps (and sometimes tab, enter, backspace).
Pretty sure BoW is black text on white cap, BoB is black on black, where the legend is barely visible
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: remdell on Sat, 28 June 2014, 23:25:51
Orion is love. Orion is life.

(HHKB SOON)

where are the pics


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(http://i.imgur.com/7qAOWc7.jpg)



You know I only have potatos to give out.

With an Ayase figure and an Orion on your desk, I'll take that potato.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 28 June 2014, 23:28:07
Swype on the galaxy S5 :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeal on Sun, 29 June 2014, 00:15:55
Swype on the galaxy S5 :(

SwiftKey > Swype!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Sun, 29 June 2014, 05:00:32
Swype on the galaxy S5 :(

just from curiosity you travel a lot? cause you got pretty cool stuff in reviews project keyboards so I cannot think any other reason why to punish yourself with that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Sun, 29 June 2014, 12:38:28
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IBM Model M 42H1292 at work, Black&White Apple Pro Keyboard at home.  The Apple Extended Keyboard ii is something that I tried out today, but didn't really like.  Sooner or later, I'll get myself a Model F.

I've recently become a keyboard geek.  I remember the sweet sound and feel of the Model F XT that I used in computer lab years ago.  I forgot about the IBM keyboards until reading about the Model M keyboards over the last year.  A local seller had a couple of Model M's for a good price, and I purchased both of them.  I sold one of them.  Now, my 42H1292 is one of my prize possessions.  I use it at work.  I have my own office, so I don't drive anyone crazy with the incredible buckling spring sound of the M (although not as nice the Model F).

I also have a white Apple Pro Keyboard from a circa 2002 iMac, and also acquired a black Pro Keyboard from someone in the office who was about to through it out.  I swapped some keys to make a Panda version.  The space bar and "0" on the number pad are not interchangeable as the stabilizer bars are different.  I know that some of you may think the black/white scheme is lame, but I use it in low light, and it's quicker for me to identify a few of my favorite function keys.  The sound and feel is actually quite nice for a rubber dome keyboard.  It's better than a mechanical Apple Extended ii with ALPS that I just tried out today, hidden in an old cabinet.  I think that no one wants that board.  I use the Apple Pro Keyboard with my Windows Vista Box.  The volume up/down/mute keys all work.  The Apple Key works just like the Windows Key and activates the Start button.

Nice Custom Board really, the color scheme is really nice!

Not all rubber domes are bad haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sun, 29 June 2014, 15:55:54
I HAVE NOW BEGUN USING AN ASUS LAPTOP KEYBOARD WITH CHICLET-STYLE KEYS.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sun, 29 June 2014, 18:15:41
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3888/14337296657_1219a52f4c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nQWoMX)

muh hamde

Show Image
(http://aliciatasteslife.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/grahamwich-grilled-cheese-close-up.jpg)



I get the same reaction to both pictures... drooling and sloppy.

Damn.   I know what I'm having for breakfast now.

 :-* :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ckar on Sun, 29 June 2014, 19:06:38
I was feeling adventurous today and gave my keyboard a makeover:

Before:

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb1.png)


After:

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb2.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fragil1ty on Mon, 30 June 2014, 02:20:45
The second image doesn't seem to work.


You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: riotonthebay on Mon, 30 June 2014, 06:43:14

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Mon, 30 June 2014, 08:09:30
I was feeling adventurous today and gave my keyboard a makeover:

Before:

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb1.jpg)



After:

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb2.png)


 :)) :)) :)) :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fragil1ty on Mon, 30 June 2014, 08:57:50

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Mon, 30 June 2014, 10:02:34
I was feeling adventurous today and gave my keyboard a makeover:

Before:

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb1.jpg)



After:

Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1407889/kb2.png)


?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Mon, 30 June 2014, 10:47:59

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?

You should use your Topre with a computer running Windows. Macs are trash.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 30 June 2014, 17:02:21

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.

I use most of mine on a Mac - from Model M to HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 01 July 2014, 01:11:10
I haven't used my blues in awhile.

(http://i.imgur.com/innTlo6.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Tue, 01 July 2014, 08:43:43

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.

I use most of mine on a Mac - from Model M to HHKB.

You should use none of your keyboards on a Mac. You should use them all with computers running Windows.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 01 July 2014, 08:52:22

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.

I use most of mine on a Mac - from Model M to HHKB.

You should use none of your keyboards on a Mac. You should use them all with computers running Windows.

What if my computer is running OsX and inside of OsX i have a VM running Windows 7 and which into this VM i have another VM running Windows 98 and so i am using a PS/2 IBM Model M keyboard for maximum compatibility?

Is that fine? Cause you know, Microsofts Software runs on any hardware, Apple included ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Tue, 01 July 2014, 08:56:27

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.

I use most of mine on a Mac - from Model M to HHKB.

You should use none of your keyboards on a Mac. You should use them all with computers running Windows.

What if my computer is running OsX and inside of OsX i have a VM running Windows 7 and which into this VM i have another VM running Windows 98 and so i am using a PS/2 IBM Model M keyboard for maximum compatibility?

Is that fine? Cause you know, Microsofts Software runs on any hardware, Apple included ;)

Just don't run OSX. It's a piece of crap. If you want a real mac, get a Macintosh SE with System 6.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 01 July 2014, 09:51:44

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.

I use most of mine on a Mac - from Model M to HHKB.

You should use none of your keyboards on a Mac. You should use them all with computers running Windows.

What if my computer is running OsX and inside of OsX i have a VM running Windows 7 and which into this VM i have another VM running Windows 98 and so i am using a PS/2 IBM Model M keyboard for maximum compatibility?

Is that fine? Cause you know, Microsofts Software runs on any hardware, Apple included ;)

Just don't run OSX. It's a piece of crap. If you want a real mac, get a Macintosh SE with System 6.

You're missing out really.

Not sure if trolling or serious.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Tue, 01 July 2014, 11:11:12

You use that keyboard on a mac though? Interesting.

I use my Topre on a Mac. Am I interesting too?


You sure are. I don't know of a lot of people who use custom keyboards on their macs, I think I'd use a custom board on mine if I used it for my primary computer, but I just don't. A lot of the people I know that use Macs, they just use the standard 75% Mac Keyboard and don't bother with upgrades.

I use most of mine on a Mac - from Model M to HHKB.

You should use none of your keyboards on a Mac. You should use them all with computers running Windows.

What if my computer is running OsX and inside of OsX i have a VM running Windows 7 and which into this VM i have another VM running Windows 98 and so i am using a PS/2 IBM Model M keyboard for maximum compatibility?

Is that fine? Cause you know, Microsofts Software runs on any hardware, Apple included ;)

Just don't run OSX. It's a piece of crap. If you want a real mac, get a Macintosh SE with System 6.

You're missing out really.

Not sure if trolling or serious.

He lives to troll.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Wed, 02 July 2014, 04:25:49
Lenovo SK-8855. I hate shiny ABS. It's R01 at least, because R00 didn't register Shift release fast enough, when typing over 40 wpm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Sun, 06 July 2014, 15:53:27
Ducky Premier Green & White PBT dyesub MX Red  :thumb:
(http://i.imgur.com/ZHtsEHe.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: deltuhhh on Sun, 06 July 2014, 16:25:02
I'm currently using my Ducky Shine 3 w/ Blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kiwi_321 on Sun, 06 July 2014, 20:12:22
I'm using a Thermaltake Knucker keyboard after my Majestouch 2's spacebar broke!

It's pretty gross haha. Exciting time knowing I am on the market for a new keyboard though!

Not sure if I want to change to Blue switches from Brown. I know I like brown, but maybe I will prefer Blues?! Decisions decisions!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Thu, 10 July 2014, 13:11:21
I think it's too much but still love it:)

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Thu, 10 July 2014, 14:47:22
Cherry G80-1851LPMDE

The layout is intriguing. My only complaints are too small modifiers and too big gap between the alphanumerical section and F-row.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 11 July 2014, 10:23:06
I'm on day 2 of using a a keycool 84 with clears and Penumbra caps. Honestly I'm liking it more than I thought I would.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 11 July 2014, 22:44:59
Been using QFR with MX blacks and Granite PBT DSA all week, now I switched to Model M so I can take the Granite keycaps into work to go on my QFS MX green.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaptLock on Sat, 12 July 2014, 10:55:50
Filco
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sat, 12 July 2014, 12:43:02
Model M 1391401
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sun, 13 July 2014, 04:21:38
Model M 1391401

How do you like it? I also recently got an model m(assuming you recently got it because of GH live stream).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sun, 13 July 2014, 08:47:49
Model M 1391401

How do you like it? I also recently got an model m(assuming you recently got it because of GH live stream).

Yeah, CptBadAss sent it over, it arrived last Thursday. I love how loud and clicky it is and how solid it feels. I know at least one rivet is broken in it, I can hear it rattling, so I may look into bolt modding if I hear more start to go. Other than that, it's a cat hair magnet, and takes up an ungodly amount of space on my desk. Looking forward to my SSK that's in the mail :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kraksx on Sun, 13 July 2014, 08:50:34
Currently using a Corsair K90 but I have a Poker II in the mail. Can't wait for it to get here!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alkaiser on Mon, 14 July 2014, 13:22:37
i am using 2 old das keyboards (the made in taiwan ones) with brown and blue switches.  i also have a poker II with clears on the way.  i'm super excited for that
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Mon, 14 July 2014, 13:45:07
Model M 1391401

How do you like it? I also recently got an model m(assuming you recently got it because of GH live stream).

Yeah, CptBadAss sent it over, it arrived last Thursday. I love how loud and clicky it is and how solid it feels. I know at least one rivet is broken in it, I can hear it rattling, so I may look into bolt modding if I hear more start to go. Other than that, it's a cat hair magnet, and takes up an ungodly amount of space on my desk. Looking forward to my SSK that's in the mail :)

Yea it feels really solid, Didnt know about the cat-hair-magnet™ feature :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Mon, 14 July 2014, 14:32:19
Model M 1391401

How do you like it? I also recently got an model m(assuming you recently got it because of GH live stream).

Yeah, CptBadAss sent it over, it arrived last Thursday. I love how loud and clicky it is and how solid it feels. I know at least one rivet is broken in it, I can hear it rattling, so I may look into bolt modding if I hear more start to go. Other than that, it's a cat hair magnet, and takes up an ungodly amount of space on my desk. Looking forward to my SSK that's in the mail :)

Yea it feels really solid, Didnt know about the cat-hair-magnet™ feature :p

My cat sleeps on my desk during the day while I'm at the computer. Everything in the radius is a cat hair magnet :P

Back to my Nighthawk x8 with MX browns for now, I need a full size board with better rollover than my M has to play Dark Souls on PC.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Coff_man on Mon, 14 July 2014, 21:30:42
I have my Ducky 9008 G2 as my daily driver but I am wanting to get a 84 key board in the near future.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 14 July 2014, 22:51:06
Dis one.

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3901/14656045554_d88c3aa4d4_o.jpg)
HHKB (https://flic.kr/p/ok74JA) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dizon248 on Mon, 14 July 2014, 23:29:12
Top = new, Leopold FC750R
Bottom = old, Poker 2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 15 July 2014, 07:20:10
Microsoft Surface Touch keyboard....can only get about 30wpm but it's nearly weightless.

Honestly, that's one thing I really love about my Surface...can deal with a crappy keyboard experience when I want to go ultra light travelling, but can plug in my Poker when I want to get down to business.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 15 July 2014, 07:22:31
Swype on the galaxy S5 :(

just from curiosity you travel a lot? cause you got pretty cool stuff in reviews project keyboards so I cannot think any other reason why to punish yourself with that.

Yes I travel a lot for pleasure and I often don't carry my laptop with me; just my phone.

SwiftKey > Swype!

I'll have to give it a try. Swype isn't my favorite and the default keyboard on the S5 is so so.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Tue, 15 July 2014, 20:47:05
Microsoft Surface Touch keyboard....can only get about 30wpm but it's nearly weightless.

Honestly, that's one thing I really love about my Surface...can deal with a crappy keyboard experience when I want to go ultra light travelling, but can plug in my Poker when I want to get down to business.

Does linux have a solid touch screen lib? I'm not sure, but having that setup with linux would be a pretty solid option for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: orihalcon on Wed, 16 July 2014, 19:13:35
AT Model F
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 16 July 2014, 19:36:21

Microsoft Surface Touch keyboard....can only get about 30wpm but it's nearly weightless.

Honestly, that's one thing I really love about my Surface...can deal with a crappy keyboard experience when I want to go ultra light travelling, but can plug in my Poker when I want to get down to business.

Does linux have a solid touch screen lib? I'm not sure, but having that setup with linux would be a pretty solid option for me.

I have no idea about touch lib for Linux.

Though it's been a very long time since my days of compiling kernels and having my Linux nerd hat on, I think it's not really designed for touch anyway. I guess someone could make a touch centered WM, but most of the ones I knew had too much hovering, small buttons, etc.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kraksx on Wed, 16 July 2014, 19:47:25
Just got my poker ii and im loving it so much
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Wed, 16 July 2014, 20:14:58

Microsoft Surface Touch keyboard....can only get about 30wpm but it's nearly weightless.

Honestly, that's one thing I really love about my Surface...can deal with a crappy keyboard experience when I want to go ultra light travelling, but can plug in my Poker when I want to get down to business.

Does linux have a solid touch screen lib? I'm not sure, but having that setup with linux would be a pretty solid option for me.

I have no idea about touch lib for Linux.

Though it's been a very long time since my days of compiling kernels and having my Linux nerd hat on, I think it's not really designed for touch anyway. I guess someone could make a touch centered WM, but most of the ones I knew had too much hovering, small buttons, etc.

Ubuntu has a version of their desktop OS for android. Not sure of all the details there, but there may be some touch-friendly libraries rolled in there. Don't know how compatible they would be, but it's worth a quick look at least.

I got a friend for my Model M today, a shiny SSK. Pics when I feel like it :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: otaconskeyboard on Wed, 16 July 2014, 21:36:16
Still using a 60% Pure. Thinking of getting a Noko leather wrist rest to complement it  :cool:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kraksx on Wed, 16 July 2014, 21:59:50
Still using a 60% Pure. Thinking of getting a Noko leather wrist rest to complement it  :cool:

I have been thinking about Noko as well, they look so beautiful but I don't think my wallet can take another hit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Thu, 17 July 2014, 04:13:15

Microsoft Surface Touch keyboard....can only get about 30wpm but it's nearly weightless.

Honestly, that's one thing I really love about my Surface...can deal with a crappy keyboard experience when I want to go ultra light travelling, but can plug in my Poker when I want to get down to business.

Does linux have a solid touch screen lib? I'm not sure, but having that setup with linux would be a pretty solid option for me.

I have no idea about touch lib for Linux.

Though it's been a very long time since my days of compiling kernels and having my Linux nerd hat on, I think it's not really designed for touch anyway. I guess someone could make a touch centered WM, but most of the ones I knew had too much hovering, small buttons, etc.

Ubuntu has a version of their desktop OS for android. Not sure of all the details there, but there may be some touch-friendly libraries rolled in there. Don't know how compatible they would be, but it's worth a quick look at least.

I got a friend for my Model M today, a shiny SSK. Pics when I feel like it :P
Hildon or Enlightenment are fine for ultraportables/MIDs, but expect some rough edges and patching apps. Pen-enabled Tablet PCs are similar, maybe a bit better, although it requires a lot of GUI tuning too (software keyboard, custom widget themes, gestures, remapping).

Unity sucks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madconsult on Thu, 17 July 2014, 04:21:54
Ergodox keyboard with cherry mx blue switches.. love it! :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 17 July 2014, 04:22:08
Poker2 with blues.

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_1_3862383246.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Thu, 17 July 2014, 05:07:13
Dis one.

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(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3901/14656045554_d88c3aa4d4_o.jpg)

HHKB (https://flic.kr/p/ok74JA) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

That PB&J looks identical to my Antiquated Green. But Purple instead of green. love it..  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 17 July 2014, 08:27:24
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cross post from post your phantom

currently using a standard layout phantom with stock clears, the clears are from an older board and feel different in a better way but that could also be a combination of the thick POM caps and other things etc.

I'm slowly losing my dependence on the numberpad  :o
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: awong on Thu, 17 July 2014, 08:29:09
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cross post from post your phantom

currently using a standard layout phantom with stock clears, the clears are from an older board and feel different in a better way but that could also be a combination of the thick POM caps and other things etc.

I'm slowly losing my dependence on the numberpad  :o
What is phantom?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 17 July 2014, 08:35:50
I've been using this Microsoft Ergonomic 4000 at work for a few weeks now since I don't really have a full size with linear or Clear switches. The new office is quiet enough where I can't rock Blues anymore. I'm pretty sick of rubber domes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 17 July 2014, 08:45:45
I've been using this Microsoft Ergonomic 4000 at work for a few weeks now since I don't really have a full size with linear or Clear switches. The new office is quiet enough where I can't rock Blues anymore. I'm pretty sick of rubber domes.

I highly highly recommend the Topre Type Heaven.  It has won the award of longest owned board in my inventory.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 17 July 2014, 08:46:42
I highly highly recommend the Topre Type Heaven.  It has won the award of longest owned board in my inventory.

I'll never buy a Topre board. They hurt my hands when I bottom out and I don't want to change my typing style. I'm building a Leeku 1800 or 3000 so I'll have a board I can use soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: awong on Thu, 17 July 2014, 08:48:20
Poker2 with blues.

Show Image
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_1_4443051904.jpg)

Where do I buy keycaps on keyboard?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 17 July 2014, 09:21:15
I highly highly recommend the Topre Type Heaven.  It has won the award of longest owned board in my inventory.

I'll never buy a Topre board. They hurt my hands when I bottom out and I don't want to change my typing style. I'm building a Leeku 1800 or 3000 so I'll have a board I can use soon.

My experience mirrors yours but only with the Realforce.  After extended period of time the 87U/104U caused a severe buzzing sensation in my joints that didn't feel very good.  However, the Type Heaven and 660C feel heavenly in comparison (IMHO of course..)

That's why I always joke that I hope the Novatouch is made in China and not Japan :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zephitos on Thu, 17 July 2014, 12:00:06
leopold fc300r mx red - my first mech keyboard.
sb74 santorini mx brown.
fc700 mx black
majestouch2 mx blue - sold
fc660c
The Cheat mx black lubed with 55g spring - show me real mech keyboard world, sold
22mini mx brown lubed - now my main keyboard. good layout for me

wanna do : make full alu custom such as lz-se, lz-fe
make poker layout custom
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TLSC.wipeOut on Thu, 17 July 2014, 12:36:18
I'm currently using a 456GT ~

(http://i.imgur.com/WPgJUAD.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 17 July 2014, 17:53:32
Poker2 with blues.

Show Image
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_1_4443051904.jpg)

Where do I buy keycaps on keyboard?

They are imsto thick pbt key caps.  You can find them in the classifieds or at imsto's website http://imsto.cn (http://imsto.cn)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Thu, 17 July 2014, 19:54:40
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cross post from post your phantom

currently using a standard layout phantom with stock clears, the clears are from an older board and feel different in a better way but that could also be a combination of the thick POM caps and other things etc.

I'm slowly losing my dependence on the numberpad  :o
What is phantom?

A phantom was a pcb (and build components I think) group buy. In short it is a custom TKL keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 18 July 2014, 06:58:21
Poker2 with blues.

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(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_1_3862383246.jpg)


Wow dude this is gorgeous.

What keyset is this? I like the caps shape!! Can you give me more info thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Enigma on Fri, 18 July 2014, 09:53:28
It's nothing fancy compared to everyone else's in here, but it's the only mech I've got and I built it myself so I'm proud of it.  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/KMdRKoD.jpg?1)

Converted to USB from an old Chicony board and housed in a poorly crafted wooden case  :D. I'm dying to get a nice new set of keycaps on here, I'm really looking for a nice DSA set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vaii on Fri, 18 July 2014, 15:58:36
(http://i.imgur.com/qLP6A9pl.jpg)

Best potato quality picture, wtb light outside.

but yeah recently picked this up and have been loving it eversince.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 18 July 2014, 22:40:47
Poker2 with blues.

Show Image
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_1_3862383246.jpg)


Wow dude this is gorgeous.

What keyset is this? I like the caps shape!! Can you give me more info thanks!

Thanks.  They are two different sets of IMSTO's thick PBT.   The shape is Cherry profile.

You can look in the classifieds or check IMSTO's website.  http://imsto.cn (http://imsto.cn)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klaxhu on Sat, 19 July 2014, 15:59:35
finally managed to get my hands on a US layout shine 3 TKL with greens to complement my g9x on green aswell :) (razer destructor pad still holding strong without a mark after daily usage in 6 years +)
mx browns ..and loving it so far!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: limitz on Sat, 19 July 2014, 18:52:55
Daily driver is a 104-key CODE in Clear w/ some SP doubleshot caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 21 July 2014, 06:12:02
I finally remembered to bring a mechanical keyboard into my new office. Test driving the Cherry MX 3.0 Board for an upcoming review. I'm not the biggest fan of Reds and they still feel *much* better than the rubberdomes in my Microsoft Ergonomic 4000. I love that board for its shape but....I guess I can't really use any rubberdomes besides the DT35 and IBM RT now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Mon, 21 July 2014, 08:18:22
I'm already x-posting it all over the place, so why not here?

(http://i.imgur.com/ctvG8tM.jpg)

Quote
It's a 15×8 PS/2 Access-IS keypad with two programmable layers. It has plate-mounted Cherry MX Black switches and I've put thick Cherry POM (black) and PBT (hellgrau) keycaps on them. Feels amazing.

The layout is inspired by TypeMatrix 2030 that I use for travelling. The difference is that I've configured it to three-column hand separation and placed the missing keys like brackets on the extra layer. The two bottom rows are full of modifiers and navigation/whitespace keys; the keycaps are of different profiles, thus I can press mods on one row without accidentaly pressing the key above/under it as well. I use my palms to press keys in the corners, pinkies to press keys above them and thumbs to press keys... under thumbs.

I'm using this as my primary keyboard, until I rebuild my ErgoDox.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ficklampa on Mon, 21 July 2014, 08:18:48
At this very moment I am using they built in keyboard on my old macbook air. Though normally I use my Filco TKL I've had for a few years now. Still in love with the cherry browns. Works great for both gaming and typing.
 
At work I have a Ducky TKL G2Pro (I think it's called at least) Special Mix, it has both browns and clears. Sweet combo actually.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tgujay on Mon, 21 July 2014, 12:56:24
Topre Type Heaven I got for free at QuakeCon.
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On top is a photo with my clan and Tim Willits.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Mon, 21 July 2014, 12:59:25
My poker x with reds at work


I'm already x-posting it all over the place, so why not here?

nice LANCH caps  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 22 July 2014, 07:33:36
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/22/yne7e3uq.jpg)

Keycool 84 with kailh blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Tue, 22 July 2014, 20:12:59
Show Image
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/22/yne7e3uq.jpg)


Keycool 84 with kailh blacks.

Are you enjoying it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Acknown3 on Wed, 23 July 2014, 15:09:43
FC660C with gray dye sub caps. This is my end-game daily driver board. Just need another for gaming now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Wed, 23 July 2014, 15:58:55
FC660C with gray dye sub caps. This is my end-game daily driver board. Just need another for gaming now.

I wish mine had dye subs. Great keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Acknown3 on Wed, 23 July 2014, 16:08:01
I actually sold my regular 660C to buy the one with dye subs. It was a bit of an impulse decision, but the faded legends were bothering me too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Wed, 23 July 2014, 19:07:08
I actually sold my regular 660C to buy the one with dye subs. It was a bit of an impulse decision, but the faded legends were bothering me too.

Leopold needs to wise up and just sell those caps on their own.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Beca on Wed, 23 July 2014, 22:36:26
I actually sold my regular 660C to buy the one with dye subs. It was a bit of an impulse decision, but the faded legends were bothering me too.
aren't they thicker pbt as well? what kind of difference did the switch tot he dyesub keycaps make?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: noisyturtle on Thu, 24 July 2014, 01:19:32
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KangarooZombies on Thu, 24 July 2014, 03:47:24
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Flashy as hell. I Dig it.

Right now and for the last week its been my HHKB, but at work ive been using a Pure with Browns, kinda getting used to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Thu, 24 July 2014, 09:20:43
Poker II w/Browns @ work
Das Ultimate w/Blues @ home

I Love having mechs in both locations!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: darkiedark on Thu, 24 July 2014, 12:55:42
(http://i.imgur.com/9ml2Wdc.jpg)

Coming from an old CM Trigger, the Poker 2 with DSA has been fantastic!

I'll prob add the rest my keyboard's GB keycaps come in. The struggle is real haha.  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 24 July 2014, 12:59:16
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/22/thumbnail/yne7e3uq.jpg) (http://tapatalk.com/tapatalk_image.php?img=aHR0cDovL2ltZy50YXBhdGFsay5jb20vZC8xNC8wNy8yMi9vcmlnaW5hbC95bmU3ZTN1cS5qcGc%3D)

Keycool 84 with kailh blacks.

Are you enjoying it?

I love the layout but for other reasons this one is being returned.  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Thu, 24 July 2014, 14:04:00
Back to using the boring old Hewlett Packard rubber dome at work:
(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c152/sakurakinomoto901218/DSC_2748.jpg)





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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Thu, 24 July 2014, 14:10:37
Rather unexpected, but my main keyboard at home right now is the Matias Mini Quiet Pro (Alps, damped switches).

A lot of that has to do with me doing a lot of typing in the living room and my girlfriend not appreciating my mechanical keyboards as much as I do  ;D. But even if I could use a keyboard that causes more of a ruckus (currently restricted to these and silent Topre), this would still be one of my favorites, everything considered.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: strafe on Thu, 24 July 2014, 18:46:53
Purchased a Vortex iKBC F-104 with Black Switches for work.  The keys feel nice, but the font is goddamn awful :D.  I'd post some pics, but my work desk is really messy (I might clean my desk up and take a photo for you guys later today).

Edit: Potato

(http://i.imgur.com/2I2ALPn.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 24 July 2014, 19:38:18
Purchased a Vortex iKBC F-104 with Black Switches for work.  The keys feel nice, but the font is goddamn awful :D.  I'd post some pics, but my work desk is really messy (I might clean my desk up and take a photo for you guys later today).

Vortex :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Haidran on Fri, 25 July 2014, 01:16:58
As of last week: White poker 2 with blues at home, Grey poker 2 with reds at work.

Expanding my switch horizons after a couple years of Leopold F200 with browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Fri, 25 July 2014, 08:52:10
Purchased a Vortex iKBC F-104 with Black Switches for work.  The keys feel nice, but the font is goddamn awful :D.  I'd post some pics, but my work desk is really messy (I might clean my desk up and take a photo for you guys later today).

Edit: Potato

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2I2ALPn.jpg)


I don't really like how they didn't label the Shift, Caps Lock, or Enter keys with any text. Looks kind of awkward.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Fri, 25 July 2014, 11:12:42
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/22/thumbnail/yne7e3uq.jpg) (http://tapatalk.com/tapatalk_image.php?img=aHR0cDovL2ltZy50YXBhdGFsay5jb20vZC8xNC8wNy8yMi9vcmlnaW5hbC95bmU3ZTN1cS5qcGc%3D)

Keycool 84 with kailh blacks.

Are you enjoying it?

I love the layout but for other reasons this one is being returned.  :-X

...other reason(s)?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 25 July 2014, 11:27:26
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/22/thumbnail/yne7e3uq.jpg) (http://tapatalk.com/tapatalk_image.php?img=aHR0cDovL2ltZy50YXBhdGFsay5jb20vZC8xNC8wNy8yMi9vcmlnaW5hbC95bmU3ZTN1cS5qcGc%3D)

Keycool 84 with kailh blacks.

Are you enjoying it?

I love the layout but for other reasons this one is being returned.  :-X

...other reason(s)?

I ordered it from Amazon it was sold by focalprice, to start with the box was just a plain brown box which was spattered with some substance and it had been opened (they claim to add their 'extras' to the box), and the keys had smudges on them out of the box and even a few seemed to have a little wear on them, then I went to take the cable out (it is supposed to be removable from every other source I asked about this keyboard) and it was a permanently attached cable although it had a blocker which looking at it without pulling on it made it appear to be just like any other removable cable however it was not, then after using it for less than an hour I had 3 or 4 LED's just stop working, then a few keys wouldn't always respond when typed and I'm not a huge fan of black switches, especially not the black kailh which this had.

At the end of the day I was going to just swap out the switches anyway and probably would have replaced the LED's and could have made the cable work but I just had the feeling the board in its entirety was substandard and didn't want to risk the controller going out or any more problems arising. And honestly the whole deal with the cable not being removable left a bad taste as well, especially since the seller told me to just pull on it harder that it was removable. They also said they have never had any problems with any Keycool boards up until mine, so perhaps it was a dud.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Fri, 25 July 2014, 11:43:52
MK just ordered 5 of each for a test run.  I bet Keycool made sure they got a good batch just so they would order again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 25 July 2014, 12:41:27
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/22/thumbnail/yne7e3uq.jpg) (http://tapatalk.com/tapatalk_image.php?img=aHR0cDovL2ltZy50YXBhdGFsay5jb20vZC8xNC8wNy8yMi9vcmlnaW5hbC95bmU3ZTN1cS5qcGc%3D)

Keycool 84 with kailh blacks.

Are you enjoying it?

I love the layout but for other reasons this one is being returned.  :-X

...other reason(s)?

I ordered it from Amazon it was sold by focalprice, to start with the box was just a plain brown box which was spattered with some substance and it had been opened (they claim to add their 'extras' to the box), and the keys had smudges on them out of the box and even a few seemed to have a little wear on them, then I went to take the cable out (it is supposed to be removable from every other source I asked about this keyboard) and it was a permanently attached cable although it had a blocker which looking at it without pulling on it made it appear to be just like any other removable cable however it was not, then after using it for less than an hour I had 3 or 4 LED's just stop working, then a few keys wouldn't always respond when typed and I'm not a huge fan of black switches, especially not the black kailh which this had.

At the end of the day I was going to just swap out the switches anyway and probably would have replaced the LED's and could have made the cable work but I just had the feeling the board in its entirety was substandard and didn't want to risk the controller going out or any more problems arising. And honestly the whole deal with the cable not being removable left a bad taste as well, especially since the seller told me to just pull on it harder that it was removable. They also said they have never had any problems with any Keycool boards up until mine, so perhaps it was a dud.

Good job standing for your sh1t. Take sh1t from no ones especially if they blatantly lie about their product on the internet. What the fck sending something that you dropped sticky stuff on it?

It's fcking gross yuk.

I hope these morons gets so many returns they have to stop doing silly businesses for their rating will be low and they'll have major money loss.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dasmoothride on Sat, 26 July 2014, 00:54:14
Ducky Shine 3
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2896/14560303977_c9dfce51cd.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CK Briefs on Sat, 26 July 2014, 01:56:46
Ducky Shine 3
Show Image
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2896/14560303977_c9dfce51cd.jpg)



With a name like that, I swear you would have been a fan of German mech keyboards :S
Nice simplistic setup!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dasmoothride on Sat, 26 July 2014, 06:10:37
Ducky Shine 3
Show Image
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2896/14560303977_c9dfce51cd.jpg)



With a name like that, I swear you would have been a fan of German mech keyboards :S
Nice simplistic setup!

Thank you! My cousins gave me this nickname because my love of cars. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 26 July 2014, 08:21:11
For this month mostly a Type Heaven at work and a Quiet Pro at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Sat, 26 July 2014, 13:08:11
(http://i.imgur.com/RKsF1lY.jpg)

FaceW  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paulen on Sun, 27 July 2014, 04:07:36
noppoo choc mini, sorry for potato photo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 27 July 2014, 04:11:59
noppoo choc mini, sorry for potato photo.
They made a white PBT version of the original one with a weird logical layout? TIL.

Is it dyed? Cool.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paulen on Sun, 27 July 2014, 04:14:28
noppoo choc mini, sorry for potato photo.
They made a white PBT version of the original one with a weird logical layout? TIL.

Is it dyed? Cool.
you are right bro, rarely see now a day:)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sun, 27 July 2014, 04:31:53
Sitting on my porch typing on my model m 82G283 :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 27 July 2014, 04:34:54
Filco Ninja with 62g (Sprit gold Springs) Clears.

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Watermarked/imageedit_3_7465716719.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 27 July 2014, 22:43:43
I'm using my GON MX-Mini that I finally built up.  :)  x-post from a few other threads.

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14760792914_ced8b1aab7_k.jpg)
GON MX-Mini (https://flic.kr/p/oumVty) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

To not spam too many photos here, the other post is here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1416025#msg1416025).  (click if you want to see LEDs :-* )
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sun, 27 July 2014, 22:51:52
I'm using my GON MX-Mini that I finally built up.  :)  x-post from a few other threads.

Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14760792914_ced8b1aab7_k.jpg)

GON MX-Mini (https://flic.kr/p/oumVty) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

To not spam too many photos here, the other post is here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1416025#msg1416025).  (click if you want to see LEDs :-* )

Very nice case color! Sick!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 27 July 2014, 23:00:54
I'm using my GON MX-Mini that I finally built up.  :)  x-post from a few other threads.

Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14760792914_ced8b1aab7_k.jpg)

GON MX-Mini (https://flic.kr/p/oumVty) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

To not spam too many photos here, the other post is here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1416025#msg1416025).  (click if you want to see LEDs :-* )

Most excellent, sir!

The WASD adds a particularly nice finishing touch to it :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lord of Narwhals on Mon, 28 July 2014, 06:15:16
(http://i.imgur.com/LjxP1Kd.jpg)
I'm using my 1.5 years old 6gv2. It's a good keyboard but the layout is terrible if you want to replace the keycaps.

When I get the money from my summer job I'll probably get a tenkeyless QFR since I don't use the numpad that much and I've realised that it's better for me to have an ANSI layout keyboard since I rarely type anything in Swedish (and it's a lot easier to find keycaps for ANSI than it is for ISO).
Does anyone know where I can get the logo-less QFR (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81OGfp%2BMx0L._SL1500_.jpg) with red switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dorkvader on Mon, 28 July 2014, 06:27:59
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LjxP1Kd.jpg)

I'm using my 1.5 years old 6gv2. It's a good keyboard but the layout is terrible if you want to replace the keycaps.

When I get the money from my summer job I'll probably get a tenkeyless QFR since I don't use the numpad that much and I've realised that it's better for me to have an ANSI layout keyboard since I rarely type anything in Swedish (and it's a lot easier to find keycaps for ANSI than it is for ISO).
Does anyone know where I can get the logo-less QFR (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81OGfp%2BMx0L._SL1500_.jpg) with red switches?

It's pretty hard to find a QFR with brands all over it anymore: they switched over to the "unbranded" top cover quite some time ago: most vendors you will find should have the new version.
(http://i.imgur.com/L859qOx.jpg)

I'm using my Pure mounted to a oneproduct plate (which would normally have been glued to the oneproduct case) modded to ergo clears. Keycaps are tai-hao and feng aluminium spacebar. Custom USB cable manufactured by myself. This is my "travel" keyboard, that I also use on my laptop 'cause it's so easy to move around.

I think this is now called the "swill case" even though it was made (this one by mkawa) long before he joined here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Battou62 on Mon, 28 July 2014, 08:06:18
Potato

(http://i.imgur.com/X7XgV4B.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Mon, 28 July 2014, 08:15:46
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LjxP1Kd.jpg)

I'm using my 1.5 years old 6gv2. It's a good keyboard but the layout is terrible if you want to replace the keycaps.

When I get the money from my summer job I'll probably get a tenkeyless QFR since I don't use the numpad that much and I've realised that it's better for me to have an ANSI layout keyboard since I rarely type anything in Swedish (and it's a lot easier to find keycaps for ANSI than it is for ISO).
Does anyone know where I can get the logo-less QFR (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81OGfp%2BMx0L._SL1500_.jpg) with red switches?

Altough the caps are hard to change, the basic ones are pretty good. I've had the 7G for a year now and litterally no signs of wear off, and even if it's black switches which is not my favorites, i still appreciate using it for it's build quality is far beyond what i expected from a "gaming" company.

I'm using my GON MX-Mini that I finally built up.  :)  x-post from a few other threads.

Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14760792914_ced8b1aab7_k.jpg)

GON MX-Mini (https://flic.kr/p/oumVty) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

To not spam too many photos here, the other post is here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1416025#msg1416025).  (click if you want to see LEDs :-* )

Dis sexy.

noppoo choc mini, sorry for potato photo.

Dis sexy also.

It's pretty hard to find a QFR with brands all over it anymore: they switched over to the "unbranded" top cover quite some time ago: most vendors you will find should have the new version.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L859qOx.jpg)


I'm using my Pure mounted to a oneproduct plate (which would normally have been glued to the oneproduct case) modded to ergo clears. Keycaps are tai-hao and feng aluminium spacebar. Custom USB cable manufactured by myself. This is my "travel" keyboard, that I also use on my laptop 'cause it's so easy to move around.

I think this is now called the "swill case" even though it was made (this one by mkawa) long before he joined here.

Dis also sexy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kraksx on Mon, 28 July 2014, 10:24:48
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/RKsF1lY.jpg)


FaceW  ;D

Is that Hyperfuse? Also what case? It's gorgeous
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 28 July 2014, 10:25:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/RKsF1lY.jpg)


FaceW  ;D

Is that Hyperfuse? Also what case? It's gorgeous

Thats DCS Hyperfuse in a sprit case with FaceW PCB.   :thumb:   (correct me if I'm wrong.  :) )
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kraksx on Mon, 28 July 2014, 10:33:04
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/RKsF1lY.jpg)


FaceW  ;D

Is that Hyperfuse? Also what case? It's gorgeous

Thats DCS Hyperfuse in a sprit case with FaceW PCB.   :thumb:   (correct me if I'm wrong.  :) )
(http://i.imgur.com/WMx5PiN.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Mon, 28 July 2014, 11:57:18


Corsair K65/MX Red with red o-rings.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: domoaligato on Mon, 28 July 2014, 12:09:01
I am @ work so I am using my fc660c. shun the non believer but I prefer mx over topre.
I am just not impressed.
I am going to need to join sifo's 62g ergo clear god switch club.
So far this is my favorite.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Protato_Tubby on Mon, 28 July 2014, 15:45:17
My cherry G80, still. But it feels a lot nicer than using my laptop keyboard that I've had to use for a bit recently.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: molleh on Mon, 28 July 2014, 18:42:47
I have a Filco MJ2 but haven't used it in months. I just fell in love with Logitech's K800 scissor keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 29 July 2014, 09:13:13
My white HHKB. Love it so much more than the black one I have. Feels softer to me, no idea why.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Tue, 29 July 2014, 21:39:31
Damn you guys!  See what you did to me.  You've gotten me keyboard obsessed.  This is my new beauty.  It cleaned up nicely. The sound and feel is heavenly.  Finger and ear orgasm.  Now my Model M feels sh*tty.  I bought a Hagstrom, and in the future, I may try making a Teensy box.  I'll use Key Tweak to remap some of the keys to make up for the crappy layout.  I feel like I'm back in my school computer lab from years ago.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Tue, 29 July 2014, 21:49:42
Damn you guys!  See what you did to me.  You've gotten me keyboard obsessed.  This is my new beauty.  It cleaned up nicely. The sound and feel is heavenly.  Finger and ear orgasm.  Now my Model M feels sh*tty.  I bought a Hagstrom, and in the future, I may try making a Teensy box.  I'll use Key Tweak to remap some of the keys to make up for the crappy layout.  I feel like I'm back in my school computer lab from years ago.

(Attachment Link)

That's why I say if you love your Model M, don't try a Model F, but if you want to dive into buckling spring, go right for a Model F.  They're so nice feeling.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 30 July 2014, 03:28:38
(http://i.imgur.com/jss0i2k.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Wed, 30 July 2014, 05:03:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/RKsF1lY.jpg)


FaceW  ;D

Is that Hyperfuse? Also what case? It's gorgeous

Thats DCS Hyperfuse in a sprit case with FaceW PCB.   :thumb:   (correct me if I'm wrong.  :) )

Yep, that's right =D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Elrick on Wed, 30 July 2014, 21:01:19
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jss0i2k.jpg)


Definitely a sexy shot for us dweebs.  Need some more porno pics here of this Filco with luscious Caps........
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Thu, 31 July 2014, 16:48:31
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LjxP1Kd.jpg)

I'm using my 1.5 years old 6gv2. It's a good keyboard but the layout is terrible if you want to replace the keycaps.

When I get the money from my summer job I'll probably get a tenkeyless QFR since I don't use the numpad that much and I've realised that it's better for me to have an ANSI layout keyboard since I rarely type anything in Swedish (and it's a lot easier to find keycaps for ANSI than it is for ISO).
Does anyone know where I can get the logo-less QFR (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81OGfp%2BMx0L._SL1500_.jpg) with red switches?

Altough the caps are hard to change, the basic ones are pretty good. I've had the 7G for a year now and litterally no signs of wear off, and even if it's black switches which is not my favorites, i still appreciate using it for it's build quality is far beyond what i expected from a "gaming" company.

I'm using my GON MX-Mini that I finally built up.  :)  x-post from a few other threads.

Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14760792914_ced8b1aab7_k.jpg)

GON MX-Mini (https://flic.kr/p/oumVty) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

To not spam too many photos here, the other post is here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1416025#msg1416025).  (click if you want to see LEDs :-* )

Dis sexy.

noppoo choc mini, sorry for potato photo.

Dis sexy also.

It's pretty hard to find a QFR with brands all over it anymore: they switched over to the "unbranded" top cover quite some time ago: most vendors you will find should have the new version.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L859qOx.jpg)


I'm using my Pure mounted to a oneproduct plate (which would normally have been glued to the oneproduct case) modded to ergo clears. Keycaps are tai-hao and feng aluminium spacebar. Custom USB cable manufactured by myself. This is my "travel" keyboard, that I also use on my laptop 'cause it's so easy to move around.

I think this is now called the "swill case" even though it was made (this one by mkawa) long before he joined here.

Dis also sexy.
I hope I am sexy! :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 31 July 2014, 21:04:11
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LjxP1Kd.jpg)

I'm using my 1.5 years old 6gv2. It's a good keyboard but the layout is terrible if you want to replace the keycaps.

When I get the money from my summer job I'll probably get a tenkeyless QFR since I don't use the numpad that much and I've realised that it's better for me to have an ANSI layout keyboard since I rarely type anything in Swedish (and it's a lot easier to find keycaps for ANSI than it is for ISO).
Does anyone know where I can get the logo-less QFR (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81OGfp%2BMx0L._SL1500_.jpg) with red switches?

Altough the caps are hard to change, the basic ones are pretty good. I've had the 7G for a year now and litterally no signs of wear off, and even if it's black switches which is not my favorites, i still appreciate using it for it's build quality is far beyond what i expected from a "gaming" company.

I'm using my GON MX-Mini that I finally built up.  :)  x-post from a few other threads.

Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14760792914_ced8b1aab7_k.jpg)

GON MX-Mini (https://flic.kr/p/oumVty) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

To not spam too many photos here, the other post is here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1416025#msg1416025).  (click if you want to see LEDs :-* )

Dis sexy.

noppoo choc mini, sorry for potato photo.

Dis sexy also.

It's pretty hard to find a QFR with brands all over it anymore: they switched over to the "unbranded" top cover quite some time ago: most vendors you will find should have the new version.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L859qOx.jpg)


I'm using my Pure mounted to a oneproduct plate (which would normally have been glued to the oneproduct case) modded to ergo clears. Keycaps are tai-hao and feng aluminium spacebar. Custom USB cable manufactured by myself. This is my "travel" keyboard, that I also use on my laptop 'cause it's so easy to move around.

I think this is now called the "swill case" even though it was made (this one by mkawa) long before he joined here.

Dis also sexy.
I hope I am sexy! :(

Yes <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hand on Sat, 02 August 2014, 14:16:31
Current keyboard (Inland #215012 (http://www.microcenter.com/product/380658/Wired_Keyboard_and_Mouse_USB_Black-Black) ):

(http://i.imgur.com/dCBdu8u.jpg?1)

It was meant as a temp solution after my SteelSeries died, but I've been using it for months.  Will hopefully upgrade to WASD V2 or Novatouch in next few weeks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hitcha on Sat, 02 August 2014, 18:04:40
Poker II Mx red, blue LEDs, Ducky PBT caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 04 August 2014, 21:14:46
Ergo Dox with unlubed 55g Reds and Penumbra caps.

(http://i.imgur.com/uX0zpmf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Mon, 04 August 2014, 21:19:14
Just swapped back to my KC84 with Browns from my KC108 with Blacks.

I have fallen back in love with browns I think :$ Until I get my V60 mini with Greens maybe :3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: docwlad on Mon, 04 August 2014, 22:07:55
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Tue, 05 August 2014, 10:09:15
At home I have a KUL ES-87 with browns. Solid board. Pricey, but very nice to type on. I'll be replacing the stock caps with Vortex double shots purchased here yesterday.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 05 August 2014, 10:16:34
[attachimg=1]

side print thick pbt on my ducky shine 2 (had to repair a few switches last night)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Tue, 05 August 2014, 11:07:51
(Attachment Link)

side print thick pbt on my ducky shine 2 (had to repair a few switches last night)

I ORDERED THE SAME SET LIKE 3 WEEKS AGO

We're totally bros

But mine will be on a glorious Poker II.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Tue, 05 August 2014, 14:21:16
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.

I do about 50% on my 660C and the other half on MX. I like going back and forth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: docwlad on Tue, 05 August 2014, 15:58:11
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.

I do about 50% on my 660C and the other half on MX. I like going back and forth.

I would like to switch back and forth. And I'm sure I will; I can't imagine Topre will be as good for gaming as Cherry blacks, for example. But I'm still in the honeymoon phase with this keyboard  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Tue, 05 August 2014, 17:06:30
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.

I do about 50% on my 660C and the other half on MX. I like going back and forth.

I would like to switch back and forth. And I'm sure I will; I can't imagine Topre will be as good for gaming as Cherry blacks, for example. But I'm still in the honeymoon phase with this keyboard  ;D

I didn't have any problems gaming on my 660C, but I can understand if others do.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: docwlad on Tue, 05 August 2014, 19:00:41
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.

I do about 50% on my 660C and the other half on MX. I like going back and forth.

I would like to switch back and forth. And I'm sure I will; I can't imagine Topre will be as good for gaming as Cherry blacks, for example. But I'm still in the honeymoon phase with this keyboard  ;D

I didn't have any problems gaming on my 660C, but I can understand if others do.

I can believe it. I just haven't tried it. I recently started a new job and haven't had much time. And, actually, now that I think about it, pretty much the only game I play with a keyboard anymore is the Binding of Isaac. Everything else I just use a controller.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cruzin on Tue, 05 August 2014, 19:26:48
Using my KUL ES-87 with clears. Love the feel of the clears so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flamingchook on Tue, 05 August 2014, 19:40:07
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.

I do about 50% on my 660C and the other half on MX. I like going back and forth.

I would like to switch back and forth. And I'm sure I will; I can't imagine Topre will be as good for gaming as Cherry blacks, for example. But I'm still in the honeymoon phase with this keyboard  ;D

I can't stand gaming on my RF 87u. Something about the tactile bump just feels wrong to me when gaming. I always have to go back to my Filco with browns. I love the 87u for typing though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 05 August 2014, 19:44:22
Right now I'm using a dyesub FC660C. Been using it as my daily driver for just over a month. I went back to using Cherry switches about a week ago, and it felt fine; until, that is, I switched back to the FC660C and suddenly knew that it was what had been missing in my life. So I may have ruined myself for cherry switches... ah well.

I do about 50% on my 660C and the other half on MX. I like going back and forth.

I would like to switch back and forth. And I'm sure I will; I can't imagine Topre will be as good for gaming as Cherry blacks, for example. But I'm still in the honeymoon phase with this keyboard  ;D

I can't stand gaming on my RF 87u. Something about the tactile bump just feels wrong to me when gaming. I always have to go back to my Filco with browns. I love the 87u for typing though.
Same, I had the 45g 104UB-Dk and found that gaming was very awkward too, I didn't mind it for games when I didn't really have to rely on my keyboard much(watch dogs, far cry,etc..) but for CS:GO I was really out sorts using it.  Absolutely loved it for everything else though!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 05 August 2014, 20:11:13
Dis. :P

(http://i.imgur.com/yCIQFLN.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: billnye on Tue, 05 August 2014, 20:12:47
Dis. :P

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yCIQFLN.jpg)


Dat shutter speed
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Tue, 05 August 2014, 20:41:01
Still using my trusty 22mini-ex.  It's driving me crazy having one board and having to swap it between systems.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: claytron on Tue, 05 August 2014, 21:16:45
After much research, my first mechanical keyboard purchase. A lovely Poker II, two times. Blues for home and browns for work!

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 05 August 2014, 21:17:29
Dis. :P

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yCIQFLN.jpg)


Dat shutter speed

Old Yeller.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 05 August 2014, 22:56:53
After much research, my first mechanical keyboard purchase. A lovely Poker II, two times. Blues for home and browns for work!

(Attachment Link)

Welcome to Geekhack!

Nice keyboard to start with :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crazyhendrix on Thu, 07 August 2014, 01:46:27
Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Thu, 07 August 2014, 08:52:45
Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Thu, 07 August 2014, 09:08:05
This one!

Wasd with double filcos
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crazyhendrix on Fri, 08 August 2014, 00:57:09
Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Fri, 08 August 2014, 01:00:53
Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?
I meant a spare keyboard just if youre going to eh set up a server or something :p. Or you can give one to your wife and one for you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Fri, 08 August 2014, 01:02:08
I used to have only a Topre keyboard at work (and a Matias quiet pro). Originally I bought it because I work in an office with sometimes as much as 3 co-workers sitting in fairly close to me. Cherry MX switches were out of the question, even with 40 AL O-rings they were just too loud. My filcos had too much "rattle and ping" for me to feel comfortable using it in that environment.

At first I was just like "Cool, topre really is a lot more quiet", but after a while I started to feel like I just enjoyed typing in the Topre keyboard so much more than on the others that I decided to sell my MX boards and replace them with Topre. My girlfriend also appreciates that the keyboard is not as loud.

Long story short, I now use Topre both at home and at work. Specifically I am writing this on a 45g Realforce 87u.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 08 August 2014, 01:28:38
Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?

i feel you, have the same issue, best tip is, save some money on the side. Buy it and tell your  wife you got it for an absurd cheap price :) If she asks you to sell the old one just tell her to sell her shoes. Problem solved :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Fri, 08 August 2014, 01:37:53
Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?

i feel you, have the same issue, best tip is, save some money on the side. Buy it and tell your  wife you got it for an absurd cheap price :) If she asks you to sell the old one just tell her to sell her shoes. Problem solved :)

What always worked for me is to just be open and honest about it.

God knows she also spends money on things I do not understand (she literally just spent 400 euros on a type of nail polish that you apply with a UV light or something like that). I think that as long as you can afford it and it is paid for with the income you have that is disposable, partners should not give each other a hard time when they buy something that gives them joy. Regardless of whether it is 400 euro sunglasses or a 400 euro graphics card.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crazyhendrix on Fri, 08 August 2014, 01:48:05



i feel you, have the same issue, best tip is, save some money on the side. Buy it and tell your  wife you got it for an absurd cheap price :) If she asks you to sell the old one just tell her to sell her shoes. Problem solved :)

Lol! I like the counter you suggested.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crazyhendrix on Fri, 08 August 2014, 01:50:24


Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?

i feel you, have the same issue, best tip is, save some money on the side. Buy it and tell your  wife you got it for an absurd cheap price :) If she asks you to sell the old one just tell her to sell her shoes. Problem solved :)

What always worked for me is to just be open and honest about it.

God knows she also spends money on things I do not understand (she literally just spent 400 euros on a type of nail polish that you apply with a UV light or something like that). I think that as long as you can afford it and it is paid for with the income you have that is disposable, partners should not give each other a hard time when they buy something that gives them joy. Regardless of whether it is 400 euro sunglasses or a 400 euro graphics card.

That is true, but I can't convince myself that I need another keyboard---though I would like to try out the topre too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 08 August 2014, 03:03:37


Poker II with mx browns and CM Quickfire stealth greens. I want another keyboard, but can't justify it since I only have a laptop and a desktop.
What wrong with some spares, just in case?
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?

i feel you, have the same issue, best tip is, save some money on the side. Buy it and tell your  wife you got it for an absurd cheap price :) If she asks you to sell the old one just tell her to sell her shoes. Problem solved :)

What always worked for me is to just be open and honest about it.

God knows she also spends money on things I do not understand (she literally just spent 400 euros on a type of nail polish that you apply with a UV light or something like that). I think that as long as you can afford it and it is paid for with the income you have that is disposable, partners should not give each other a hard time when they buy something that gives them joy. Regardless of whether it is 400 euro sunglasses or a 400 euro graphics card.

That is true, but I can't convince myself that I need another keyboard---though I would like to try out the topre too.

Jokes aside that is usually the real problem :) You buy this HQ keyboard that will hold for a long time and after x weeks/months you want another one. The only reply you have to her question "Why do you need another one?" is "because its fun" then you usually dont feel its necessary.

I tend to research alot. Like going to the electronics shop and try out the different switches, then sell the old stuff and  buy new.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 08 August 2014, 06:36:31
Isn't a mkb supposed to be indestructible? Lol. How do I explain to the wife that I need 3 keyboards for 2 computers?

Just ask her why she needs so many pairs of shoes for two feet :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Fri, 08 August 2014, 06:44:37
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 08 August 2014, 07:26:02
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


Such a spacesaving option!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 08 August 2014, 07:33:57
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


Such a spacesaving option!

Back then you didn't need to save space on your desk - the computer was the centre of the office, and they were huge so that everyone knew you have one!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 08 August 2014, 07:41:11
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


Such a spacesaving option!

Back then you didn't need to save space on your desk - the computer was the centre of the office, and they were huge so that everyone knew you have one!

Yea i know :P it's just that in our current era of modern computing, it's funny to see some big booty boards like this. We tryna shrink dem boards just like we shrinked computers!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Fri, 08 August 2014, 08:29:59
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


Such a spacesaving option!

Back then you didn't need to save space on your desk - the computer was the centre of the office, and they were huge so that everyone knew you have one!

Yea i know :P it's just that in our current era of modern computing, it's funny to see some big booty boards like this. We tryna shrink dem boards just like we shrinked computers!

Lmao, yeah this thing is HUGE, but feels so amazingly sturdy and it actually fits in my keyboard tray so it takes up zero space on my desk.  I also like having a variety of different sizes so I'll probably pick up a hhkb or poker 2 next to have a nice 60% keyboard to use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 08 August 2014, 08:38:28
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


Such a spacesaving option!

Back then you didn't need to save space on your desk - the computer was the centre of the office, and they were huge so that everyone knew you have one!

Yea i know :P it's just that in our current era of modern computing, it's funny to see some big booty boards like this. We tryna shrink dem boards just like we shrinked computers!

Lmao, yeah this thing is HUGE, but feels so amazingly sturdy and it actually fits in my keyboard tray so it takes up zero space on my desk.  I also like having a variety of different sizes so I'll probably pick up a hhkb or poker 2 next to have a nice 60% keyboard to use.

Yea i currently have a Poker II, the programmable functions layer simply outshines most of the other boards i've tried. Programmable functions permits quick form filling or quick repetitive inputs (PN + H/I/B *wait* + H/C/W *wait* - > inputs my hotmail OR my iCloud OR my Bombardier company email and then my home OR cell OR work phone).

Also 60% are awesome cause when you start to understand them properly you realised it was properly engineered not to lack any inputs, and those that you would need once in a while are still available via standard FN layer.

Macros are so cool people just believe u a 1337 level 80 wizurd.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Fri, 08 August 2014, 18:09:56
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


That's pretty sweet.  You should upload a sound sample of the beamsprings.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Fri, 08 August 2014, 20:33:41
I'm currently using an IBM Displaywriter that I just got up and running thanks to xwhatsit's controller.  Loving these beamspring switches.

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/30dldly.jpg)


Nice, awesome to see you got it working.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ahshwebah on Fri, 08 August 2014, 21:52:16
using a Razor Blackwidow Ultimate at the moment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 08 August 2014, 22:09:45
using a Razor Blackwidow Ultimate at the moment.

One of the older ones with Cherry switches, or a newer one with Kailh switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ahshwebah on Fri, 08 August 2014, 22:18:44
using a Razor Blackwidow Ultimate at the moment.

One of the older ones with Cherry switches, or a newer one with Kailh switches?
newer. i had an older one before that i sold to a friend. didn't know these had Kailh switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sat, 09 August 2014, 22:40:18
(http://i.imgur.com/4onaD98.jpg)

it's made a comeback.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: halfkiller on Sat, 09 August 2014, 23:06:09
Sadly Only a BW ultimate 2013.... In the market for something with whites or blues. (Ducky YOTS or yellow edition)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paobit on Sun, 10 August 2014, 01:28:44
HEHE if anyone has heard of it...Aula Dragon Deep gaming keyboard (mx blacks). Had a sale that came bundled with my monitor. It's so ugly don't look it up
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Novus on Sun, 10 August 2014, 01:32:24
Sadly Only a BW ultimate 2013.... In the market for something with whites or blues. (Ducky YOTS or yellow edition)

I see alot of sad :/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rush340 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 19:05:04
Just an HHKB Pro2 for the last few years :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: halfkiller on Sun, 10 August 2014, 19:17:01
Sadly Only a BW ultimate 2013.... In the market for something with whites or blues. (Ducky YOTS or yellow edition)

I see alot of sad :/

Indeed.... maybe I should get a topre board instead.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 10 August 2014, 19:18:19
Sadly Only a BW ultimate 2013.... In the market for something with whites or blues. (Ducky YOTS or yellow edition)

I see alot of sad :/

Indeed.... maybe I should get a topre board instead.

You should. =)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cruzin on Sun, 10 August 2014, 19:21:07
I'm trying out a Kinesis Advantage I just bought off of Craigslist.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lammie on Thu, 14 August 2014, 07:29:48
Good ol' cheapo Dell SK-8115 :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Thu, 14 August 2014, 08:26:10
Currently using a KBParadise V60 Mini Cherry Green on on my main rig, another KBParadise V60 Mini Cherry White on my 3rd rig, a CM Storm Trigger Cherry Green on my 2nd rig, also have a Leopold FC660C hooked up to my 4th rig.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IPT on Thu, 14 August 2014, 08:40:26
this one
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 14 August 2014, 08:45:26
this one

#hypetrain :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ahshwebah on Thu, 14 August 2014, 18:32:01
i'm finally borrowing my friend's Corsair and i'm really digging these reds. especially like how quiet they are.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tio2 on Fri, 15 August 2014, 00:15:28
Home: Rosewill RK-9000 (MX blues) and Dell Quietkey RT7D5JTW
Work: Dell SK-8125.

I'm probably going back to the IBM Model M sooner or later once I find my PS/2->USB adapter - the MX blues sound a little thin, and I love the ping of the Model M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Fri, 15 August 2014, 00:52:53
A legendary G80-11900...

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20523800/GH%20Pictures/2014-08-14a%20KeyCon%202014%20G80-11900/IMG_1440_esw.jpg)

...SIGNED AT KEYCON WEST 2014!

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20523800/GH%20Pictures/2014-08-14a%20KeyCon%202014%20G80-11900/IMG_1454_esw.jpg)

Thanks to all those that signed it and special thanks to dorkvader for making this happen! :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Tue, 19 August 2014, 16:28:24
Dis!

(http://i.imgur.com/k6zOcy1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 19 August 2014, 16:29:53
(Attachment Link)

side print thick pbt on my ducky shine 2 (had to repair a few switches last night)

Two weeks later I'm still typing on it....I really didn't thick I'd stick with the PBT caps this long.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Tue, 19 August 2014, 18:35:36
Home: Rosewill RK-9000 (MX blues) and Dell Quietkey RT7D5JTW
Work: Dell SK-8125.

I'm probably going back to the IBM Model M sooner or later once I find my PS/2->USB adapter - the MX blues sound a little thin, and I love the ping of the Model M.
I'm kind of torn between the two in terms of sound.  I like both the Model M's buckling springs and the Cherry blues, but if I could get the blue click sound with the M's feel, that would be ideal. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Sat, 30 August 2014, 11:03:32
(http://i.imgur.com/FcMUUjW.jpg)
More pics here: http://imgur.com/a/BzH50
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DTRPS on Mon, 01 September 2014, 06:37:46
Leopold FC750R with red switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Mon, 01 September 2014, 19:31:59
RealForce 87u 55g black with white alpha and number keycaps from a HHKB Pro 2. Looks, sounds, and feels great.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TonySausages on Mon, 01 September 2014, 19:53:00
Blue Filco Majestouch 2
Gray pbt caps
Blue switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PortablePlatypus on Tue, 02 September 2014, 01:50:42
Scored for $5 at a flea market. Black invader switches feel great. Have it listed for a high price on ebay so if it sells I'll have some cash and be able to buy myself a cheaper invader board. If it doesn't then I don't mind hanging onto this beauty. Left shift will take some getting used to though.

http://imgur.com/mShk5fR
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Sat, 13 September 2014, 07:03:18
I am using a Poker II right now!  :thumb:

(http://i.imgur.com/1kRI4jW.jpg)

More pictures here:
http://imgur.com/a/qJbBl
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 13 September 2014, 07:21:38
Model M, but not for long.  It is too noisy when everyone else is trying to sleep.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Sat, 13 September 2014, 08:39:22
A chicony 5981 with monteray blues at home.
http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z274/luckyduck_man/2011-05-01195919.jpg?1410615079222
http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z274/luckyduck_man/2011-05-01210934.jpg?1410615079222

At work I'm using a pristine NMB board with black space invaders.  For some reason I don't have pictures.  Need to take some sooner or later. 
I was lucky enough to snag two identical boards for free :).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GL1TCH3D on Sat, 13 September 2014, 09:15:23
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Sat, 13 September 2014, 11:10:47
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm
So jelly!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 13 September 2014, 11:17:38
RF 87u EK edition (black; all-45g). Excellent!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sun, 14 September 2014, 06:15:22
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm
Very nice pictures and board! I guess you get quite a lot of comments about it at school.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Sun, 14 September 2014, 06:33:33
As of now, using my Novatouch TKL + Sanctuary keyset on my 2nd and 4th rigs, another Novatouch TKL + Miami keyset on my main rig, with a Leopold FC660C on my 3rd rig.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GL1TCH3D on Sun, 14 September 2014, 06:35:15
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm
Very nice pictures and board! I guess you get quite a lot of comments about it at school.

I don't get any comments at all actually
I get a few looks as soon as I start typing though
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Sat, 20 September 2014, 21:28:40
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm
Very nice pictures and board! I guess you get quite a lot of comments about it at school.

I don't get any comments at all actually
I get a few looks as soon as I start typing though
tactile clicky switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tribade on Sun, 21 September 2014, 14:32:40
Just pulled out my RF 87u 55g again, and boy is it a pleasure to type on:
(http://i.imgur.com/GqRI9Xl.jpg)

I really should use it more often.  Maybe once I'm back in school and have actual papers to type.  Right now I'm just finding things to type out as an excuse to use it.  MMMMMMMM.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sun, 21 September 2014, 17:22:32
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm

Damn nice photos man. Wicked orange case and nice Keyset.




I'd say I use my realforce 45g most.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Premonition on Sun, 21 September 2014, 18:25:41
I'm using a blank HHKB Type-S with lavender WASD keys, going to post some pictures when snoopy's candy corn clack comes in!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tiramisuu on Sun, 21 September 2014, 20:49:05
http://imgur.com/a/ctnv3

JD40! Loving it in school atm

The 40% are darned impressive little keyboards.  I'm sorely tempted.  40 is the new 60 :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quackles on Sun, 21 September 2014, 21:26:55
My new Poker 2 with Cherry MX Clears. This will take some time to get used to! Enjoying it so far though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 21 September 2014, 23:07:25
(http://i.imgur.com/O7ccodG.jpg)

flipped wrist rest 4 lyfe :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kirtmys on Mon, 22 September 2014, 06:12:23
QuickFire TK White:))


(http://i.imgur.com/tu0rMlL.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HalfSharkAlligator on Mon, 22 September 2014, 13:08:41
Currently at work, with two keyboards plugged in to my workstation - a vintage Model M, and a Leopold FC200RT.  I use the Model M when I'm not on a conference call and my door is closed, the Leo when I need to be more conscientious.  Also anxiously awaiting the mail carrier to drop off my Leopold 660C - my first Topre -which is on the truck for delivery  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 22 September 2014, 16:30:04
Just pulled out my RF 87u 55g again, and boy is it a pleasure to type on:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/GqRI9Xl.jpg)


I really should use it more often.  Maybe once I'm back in school and have actual papers to type.  Right now I'm just finding things to type out as an excuse to use it.  MMMMMMMM.

Good god... that looks great... I wish I had a digilog.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/O7ccodG.jpg)


flipped wrist rest 4 lyfe :P

:'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 22 September 2014, 16:47:02
ComradeSniper-chan has awoken me to a new world ~ <3

I absolutely love how the key switches feel~~~ So damn solid and crisp!!!

Only gripe I have is the spacebar... why does it feel like so mega-crap?!?!?! It's so much lighter than the rest of the keyboard, and feels like a broken MX Brown... It feels like it gets stuck and then eventually breaks way, and then rattles so bad... Does anyone know how to fix this? I saw a video where some dood had an extra stem and placed it in there.. but I don't even know where I'd get that...

Other than that, this keyboard is a dream to type on... If only it was TKL :P

(http://i.imgur.com/vzz6qYi.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/QyKSEL7.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/4H1JCIW.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/JXbTE9b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Mon, 22 September 2014, 17:18:43
I'm now using a RealForce 87U-White 55g. I'll probably start cycling again soon, but this thing is actually quite addictive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Wed, 24 September 2014, 01:04:40
poker II w/ clears :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 24 September 2014, 05:48:46
Back to blacks - Ducky Shine Yellow Edition with MX blacks at work (half Ducky Shine 1 black keycaps, half Ducky Yellow Editino keycaps), QFR MX black at home (Bumblebee set).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Wed, 24 September 2014, 06:12:47
FC660C...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MahBoi on Wed, 24 September 2014, 12:00:46
Still using the GeekHack Spacesaver (SIIG MiniTouch/Monterey K110) that I got years back
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Wed, 24 September 2014, 16:04:52
(http://i.imgur.com/rjlU8sw.jpg?1)

Got some o' dem Cherry-profile side-printed PBT's from Vortex/Massdrop on my CODE 104. I keep coming back to these Clears. They're just so comfortable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Arcoril on Wed, 24 September 2014, 19:01:27
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rjlU8sw.jpg?1)


Got some o' dem Cherry-profile side-printed PBT's from Vortex/Massdrop on my CODE 104. I keep coming back to these Clears. They're just so comfortable.

Do you find that the keys rub slightly against the stabilizers when bottoming out? I haven't been able to get my thick PBT keys to play nicely with Costar stabilizers. That really bums me out because I'd like to use them with my QFR, but I don't like the mushy feeling that I get when I hold the keys down.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Wed, 24 September 2014, 19:06:48
Using a pure I found buried in the closet.  It needs an aluminium case...and a plate.  Probably going to chuck it back into the closet or just sell it for very cheap. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Thu, 25 September 2014, 18:20:39
Do you find that the keys rub slightly against the stabilizers when bottoming out? I haven't been able to get my thick PBT keys to play nicely with Costar stabilizers. That really bums me out because I'd like to use them with my QFR, but I don't like the mushy feeling that I get when I hold the keys down.

When I first put them on I noticed the Enter key stuck in the depressed state, but working it up and down a few times seems to have fixed it. Other than that, these caps are perfect on the CODE.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HipsterPunks on Thu, 25 September 2014, 18:26:21
(http://i.imgur.com/1ZPOLCY.jpg)

Fc660c i just cant leave this guy on the shelf, perfect layout and of course topre :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Thu, 25 September 2014, 23:13:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/1ZPOLCY.jpg)


Fc660c i just cant leave this guy on the shelf, perfect layout and of course topre :P
This is one hell of a board! Can we get some more pictures? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ADFX_Pixy on Sat, 27 September 2014, 05:21:08
Home: Ducky Shine 3 with Cherry MX Blue switches
School: Some crappy Dell rubber dome keyboard that didn't cost my school much (they bought parts and built PC's for the school year but didn't upgrade the peripherals?  :mad:)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Premonition on Sat, 27 September 2014, 06:09:44
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/1ZPOLCY.jpg)


Fc660c i just cant leave this guy on the shelf, perfect layout and of course topre :P

*fap fap*
Holy. 10/10 would fornicate with.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sat, 27 September 2014, 06:37:43
I'm back to using my V60 with Greens. I love this switch so much. I dismantled it to put it into the 60% aluminium case, but I've had so many issues with plasti-dipping it white (I'm terrible with a spray can) I've just put it back together in it's stock plastic case for now.

When I get thinner to actually paint the metal case, I will shift it over. It's going to look awesome :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Fri, 17 October 2014, 20:40:14
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:08:39
masterrace

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15374367270_09c729e67b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL)DSC_6207 (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rainbow_ on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:15:22
Currently using my Novatouch. Just waiting for good caps before I can really enjoy it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:39:54
Poker II with ergo clears and an MKC case but soon I'll switch to my Lightsaver which I just need to finish building.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Fri, 17 October 2014, 23:13:38
Right now I'm using a Ducky Shine 2 with reds as I wait for my first topre to arrive. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FreeCopy on Fri, 17 October 2014, 23:28:41
Right now I'm using a Ducky Shine 2 with reds as I wait for my first topre to arrive.

I enjoy reds. I haven't been blessed with topre yet.

My daily driver is my mj2 with blues. Right now I'm feeling saucy so I jumped on my ssk. Actually I'm doing excessive amounts of typing and I find this the most comfortable for the long haul.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: johndavis33 on Fri, 17 October 2014, 23:32:07
I switch between 1-4 every day now, hah.

Usually use my thinkpad keyboard when I'm on my laptop, occasionally pull out my HHKB for use on that. When I'm back at my desk, I use my M-13 mainly. When I'm gaming or not doing much typing, I switch to my ducky yellow edition with whites, which is what I'm currently using.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Fri, 17 October 2014, 23:35:50
masterrace

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15374367270_09c729e67b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL)DSC_6207 (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr
Realforce is masterrace tho, especially yours.


(http://i.imgur.com/Ks6ZAsu.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exitfire401 on Fri, 17 October 2014, 23:37:07
masterrace

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15374367270_09c729e67b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL)DSC_6207 (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr
Realforce is masterrace tho, especially yours.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ks6ZAsu.jpg)


 :eek: The lighting on that reaper. Beautiful pic bro!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Fri, 17 October 2014, 23:39:44
masterrace

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15374367270_09c729e67b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL)DSC_6207 (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr
Realforce is masterrace tho, especially yours.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ks6ZAsu.jpg)


 :eek: The lighting on that reaper. Beautiful pic bro!

+1

AND NO, HHKB > RF (layout too good)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exousia7 on Sat, 18 October 2014, 11:12:03
Just got a Ducky Mini Year of the Horse edition with Cherry MX milk switches. Lovin' it so far
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Elocutive on Sat, 18 October 2014, 11:14:25
Sidewinder x4  :'( Sold all my mechs so I could get a korean custom. Now I'm choosing which one I want
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 18 October 2014, 11:15:16
masterrace

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15374367270_09c729e67b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL)DSC_6207 (https://flic.kr/p/pqzDKL) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr
Realforce is masterrace tho, especially yours.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ks6ZAsu.jpg)


All I can think of is this.....

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luk9400 on Sat, 18 October 2014, 12:57:07
Currently I'm using CM Quickfire XT with MX Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: t2russo on Sat, 18 October 2014, 13:19:38
Rotated out the KPAD+KMAC silver battleship for a TKL Filco with reds in a black KBDMOD aluminum case.  I forgot how much steeper this case was just because of the wedge shape compared to the flat KMAC series, even when you run the same feet/spacer combo.

An old pic, since they are worth a thousand words:

(http://i.imgur.com/BExdPvC.jpg)

edit: screw it, took a new pic outside just for kicks.

(http://i.imgur.com/LJs0Lmy.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Sat, 18 October 2014, 13:55:31
55g type-s :cool:

(http://i.imgur.com/kQKgkK6.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sat, 18 October 2014, 14:27:48
Rotated out the KPAD+KMAC silver battleship for a TKL Filco with reds in a black KBDMOD aluminum case.  I forgot how much steeper this case was just because of the wedge shape compared to the flat KMAC series, even when you run the same feet/spacer combo.

An old pic, since they are worth a thousand words:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BExdPvC.jpg)


edit: screw it, took a new pic outside just for kicks.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LJs0Lmy.jpg)


Damn, that case is pretty sleek.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Sat, 18 October 2014, 15:19:52
Using the JD40 I just got.  It's pretty trippy typing on it and I keep making a lot of mistakes but it's oddly very fun. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 19 October 2014, 05:02:33
Model M :)

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Sun, 19 October 2014, 05:33:31
Using the JD40 I just got.  It's pretty trippy typing on it and I keep making a lot of mistakes but it's oddly very fun. 

Same! Learning bit by bit, though. Might take a lil while...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sun, 19 October 2014, 06:05:22
Model M :)

(Attachment Link)

that is ****ing raw  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sun, 19 October 2014, 06:30:20
Dis

(http://i.imgur.com/hqNRWxI.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 19 October 2014, 15:27:26
Unitek-151L with vintage blacks :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Sun, 19 October 2014, 16:04:37
Dis

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(http://i.imgur.com/hqNRWxI.jpg)

I love that keycap set!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlackWidowMan777 on Sun, 19 October 2014, 23:21:15
I'm using a Logitech K400r. But the 3 mechs i've got connected at all times are BWU Stealth 2014, Vortex iKBC F-104 Double-Shot PBT cherry mx red, and ZIPPY BW7050 wireless Bluetooth Cherry mx red)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 20 October 2014, 02:10:28
Dis

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(http://i.imgur.com/hqNRWxI.jpg)

I love that keycap set!

Hope you were able to get r2!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Mon, 20 October 2014, 02:26:35
Dis

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hqNRWxI.jpg)

I love that keycap set!

Hope you were able to get r2!
Yeah :( can't find it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Mon, 20 October 2014, 17:05:56
Got my first topre, a 104UB and I've been really enjoying it so far.  Granted, I need to give it more time to see if it's more than the initial newswitchtypeOMG euphoria, but still.  I really wish there were a Poker II with topres.
Title: .
Post by: gr1618 on Mon, 20 October 2014, 18:15:23
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Oobly on Tue, 21 October 2014, 09:50:53
This one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Tue, 21 October 2014, 21:21:41
I've been using a Realforce 87UW 55g pretty much since I got it. I switch to another board for longer sessions of CS:GO, but otherwise, I'm quite happy with it.

I didn't think this keyboard would be the end-game, but since using it, I haven't spent nearly as much time endlessly searching for that unicorn board. I don't think this is it, still, but it's as if it's close enough so that I can just enjoy it for a while. (ie. my wallet needs to rest)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 21 October 2014, 21:27:50
I've been using a Realforce 87UW 55g pretty much since I got it. I switch to another board for longer sessions of CS:GO, but otherwise, I'm quite happy with it.

I didn't think this keyboard would be the end-game, but since using it, I haven't spent nearly as much time endlessly searching for that unicorn board. I don't think this is it, still, but it's as if it's close enough so that I can just enjoy it for a while. (ie. my wallet needs to rest)

I'm just glad you ended up getting it :) I was worried you'd back out!

I also use the RF 55g for short CS:GO sessions when I'm too lazy to switch out keyboards, but my dedicated gaming board is my Filco with Ergo Clear (62g) lubed switches. Video of it below~

~~~

What I'm using right now ~

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: asgeirtj on Wed, 22 October 2014, 21:17:45
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(http://i.imgur.com/FcMUUjW.jpg)

More pics here: http://imgur.com/a/BzH50

Are these really OEM? Kinda looks like cherry to me or something in-between.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 22 October 2014, 21:19:48
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(http://i.imgur.com/FcMUUjW.jpg)

More pics here: http://imgur.com/a/BzH50

Are these really OEM? Kinda looks like cherry to me or something in-between.

I don't think all OEM profiles are the exact same, but yes, they are OEM profile.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sat, 25 October 2014, 20:46:06
I've been using a Realforce 87UW 55g pretty much since I got it. I switch to another board for longer sessions of CS:GO, but otherwise, I'm quite happy with it.

I didn't think this keyboard would be the end-game, but since using it, I haven't spent nearly as much time endlessly searching for that unicorn board. I don't think this is it, still, but it's as if it's close enough so that I can just enjoy it for a while. (ie. my wallet needs to rest)

I'm just glad you ended up getting it :) I was worried you'd back out!

I also use the RF 55g for short CS:GO sessions when I'm too lazy to switch out keyboards, but my dedicated gaming board is my Filco with Ergo Clear (62g) lubed switches. Video of it below~

~~~

What I'm using right now ~


I'm glad I didn't back out, either!  Still thinking of picking up a 45g when I have some finances... It will likely either be a HHKB or FC660C.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Sat, 25 October 2014, 22:05:20
Using an HHKB Type-S I just got yesterday.  Already pretty used to the layout, though I haven't fallen in love with it like so many seem to have.  Maybe it'll be like topre switches where I'll realize how much I like it when I go back to the norm.  I'm really digging the 60% form factor, though I do find myself missing the arrow keys and numpad at times since I have a couple autohotkey bindings set up with the arrows and they're not quite as nice having to hold down another button.  But it's super nice to have the keyboard centered without issue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 25 October 2014, 22:14:02
Using an HHKB Type-S I just got yesterday.  Already pretty used to the layout, though I haven't fallen in love with it like so many seem to have.  Maybe it'll be like topre switches where I'll realize how much I like it when I go back to to a normal one.  I'm really digging the 60% form factor, though I do find myself missing the arrow keys and numpad at times since I have a couple autohotkey bindings set up with the arrows and they're not quite as nice having to hold down another button.  But it's super nice to have the keyboard centered without issue.
It's not uncommon at all to be underwhelmed by topre switches at first.  It took me a couple weeks to fully appreciate them, not only will you miss them when you go back to using normal keyboards, you might find yourself typing "\\\\\\\\\\\\\\" a lot when you go for the backspace key.  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Sat, 25 October 2014, 22:51:04
Oh, I know about the topre switches thing, that's why I mentioned it.  They were kinda neat but not mindblowing when I first tried them.  But after a bit, I went back to my trusty cherry keyboards and they were kinda eh.  And going back to my membrane keyboard at work was bad enough I decided to take my realforce there and buy the HHKB for home.  And backspace positioning is definitely one thing that's gonna bother me going back to a normal layout, same with ctrl. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gunni on Sun, 26 October 2014, 05:22:58
Currently using a QuickFire TK with Browns. I've ordered a HHKB Pro 2 though, so that should be arriving shortly! Very excited.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JDorfler on Sun, 26 October 2014, 10:18:20
Model M :)

(Attachment Link)

I'm liking the scratched up disk in the upper left.  Reminds me of my desk.  Except I have more crap.  I probably have the messiest desk.... EVER!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 26 October 2014, 10:35:16
67g ergo clears with acrylic plate, I didn't like this for the longest time but it is finally growing on me.

(http://i.imgur.com/yq7t7aw.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 26 October 2014, 11:25:37
67g ergo clears with acrylic plate, I didn't like this for the longest time but it is finally growing on me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yq7t7aw.jpg)

I could stare at your photographs all day long. Seriously.

Love the FMJ case too, just got a design 1 myself!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 26 October 2014, 11:32:16
67g ergo clears with acrylic plate, I didn't like this for the longest time but it is finally growing on me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yq7t7aw.jpg)

I could stare at your photographs all day long. Seriously.

Love the FMJ case too, just got a design 1 myself!
Thank you :)

Congrats, these fmj cases are really nice, hope you like it  :thumb:

What color did you get?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 26 October 2014, 12:10:58
67g ergo clears with acrylic plate, I didn't like this for the longest time but it is finally growing on me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yq7t7aw.jpg)

I could stare at your photographs all day long. Seriously.

Love the FMJ case too, just got a design 1 myself!
Thank you :)

Congrats, these fmj cases are really nice, hope you like it  :thumb:

What color did you get?
Hard anodized black.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sun, 26 October 2014, 12:16:08
67g ergo clears with acrylic plate, I didn't like this for the longest time but it is finally growing on me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yq7t7aw.jpg)

I could stare at your photographs all day long. Seriously.

Love the FMJ case too, just got a design 1 myself!
Thank you :)

Congrats, these fmj cases are really nice, hope you like it  :thumb:

What color did you get?
Hard anodized black.  :thumb:
Oh man, put some dolch on it, I have seen a black fmj case with dolch and it looked amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hordak on Sun, 26 October 2014, 13:36:49
Using an HHKB Type-S I just got yesterday.  Already pretty used to the layout, though I haven't fallen in love with it like so many seem to have.  Maybe it'll be like topre switches where I'll realize how much I like it when I go back to the norm.  I'm really digging the 60% form factor, though I do find myself missing the arrow keys and numpad at times since I have a couple autohotkey bindings set up with the arrows and they're not quite as nice having to hold down another button.  But it's super nice to have the keyboard centered without issue.

o_O nice! My Type-S will land tomorrow, can't wait. You have a Realforce 55g, right? How do you like it in comparison to your new HHKB? Do you prefer the heavier switches on the RF?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Sun, 26 October 2014, 17:20:27
I don't have a 55g, I have one of the variable 104-key boards.  I was thinking about getting a 55g and maybe harvesting it for the HHKB if I like it, but I think I'll wait on that since I'm spending too much money on keyboards right now as it is. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hardwired Havok on Mon, 27 October 2014, 00:05:17
This wonderful '89 Model M 1391401
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 27 October 2014, 05:01:45
This wonderful '89 Model M 1391401

Nice :)

Original coiled cable too?

Although you seem to be missing Tab!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kakkun on Mon, 27 October 2014, 08:52:13
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: connorelsea on Mon, 27 October 2014, 09:20:27
Unfortunately using this until the new keys for my WASD come in. But it's one of the best chiclet keyboard I've ever used!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frosty on Mon, 27 October 2014, 09:28:49
(Attachment Link)

That looks awesome.

On the side note, using a Poker 2 with Imsto Plate and lubed ergo clears. They feel different but in a nice way. I still love my Poker 2 with the beast plate and very lightly lubed vintage blacks :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 27 October 2014, 09:31:08
I'm on a Lenovo x220 laptop keyboard (work computer) and I'm sitting in my office right now.

I know I know, this is all about mech keyboards but I have to say that I am a huge fan of the chicklet keys and most of all...the nub! It is all about the nub. Trackpads aint got nuthin! on the nub. The nub is faster, more accurate, and your fingers are already on the keyboard ready to switch to home row. In addition I have a Logitech Performance MX mouse for when I'm actually at my desk and not up and about solving issues for people.

I've toyed with the idea of getting a mech for work and I've had my eye on a couple models recently. Just need some cash now.

(http://cdn-static.zdnet.com/i/story/30/40/092594/thinkpad_x220_2.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Mon, 27 October 2014, 09:39:58
I'm on a Lenovo x220 laptop keyboard (work computer) and I'm sitting in my office right now.

I know I know, this is all about mech keyboards but I have to say that I am a huge fan of the chicklet keys and most of all...the nub! It is all about the nub. Trackpads aint got nuthin! on the nub. The nub is faster, more accurate, and your fingers are already on the keyboard ready to switch to home row. In addition I have a Logitech Performance MX mouse for when I'm actually at my desk and not up and about solving issues for people.

I've toyed with the idea of getting a mech for work and I've had my eye on a couple models recently. Just need some cash now.

Show Image
(http://cdn-static.zdnet.com/i/story/30/40/092594/thinkpad_x220_2.jpg)




clearly you never used dsa profile it resolves issues with accuracy:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 27 October 2014, 09:59:15
DSA Profile? Please educate me...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: connorelsea on Mon, 27 October 2014, 10:01:38
DSA Profile? Please educate me...

DSA caps are all the same height, which is similar to chiclet laptop keys. So they may be better for helping  someone transition to a mechanical keyboard who really likes chiclet keys. There's a review of them here. http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=49485.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 27 October 2014, 10:05:30
Oh, shoot, I was talking about the nub accuracy over the trackpad.

But thanks for the link. I will check them out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: connorelsea on Mon, 27 October 2014, 10:06:47
Oh, shoot, I was talking about the nub accuracy over the trackpad.

But thanks for the link. I will check them out.

I've actually seen mechanical keyboards that have the nub. But I cannot recall the name for the life of me. I think it was some kind of custom. Had a nub in the middle and extra keys below the space bar to act as the buttons on a track pad. I'll try to search for it but I don't remember the name.

Not the specific keyboard I was looking for, but I remembered some Unicomps have the nubs. http://pckeyboard.com/page/category/EnduraPro
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 27 October 2014, 10:07:43
Oh, shoot, I was talking about the nub accuracy over the trackpad.

But thanks for the link. I will check them out.

I've actually seen mechanical keyboards that have the nub. But I cannot recall the name for the life of me. I think it was some kind of custom. Had a nub in the middle and extra keys below the space bar to act as the buttons on a track pad. I'll try to search for it but I don't remember the name.

Check out the TEX Yoda.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 27 October 2014, 10:10:42
Oh, shoot, I was talking about the nub accuracy over the trackpad.

But thanks for the link. I will check them out.

I've actually seen mechanical keyboards that have the nub. But I cannot recall the name for the life of me. I think it was some kind of custom. Had a nub in the middle and extra keys below the space bar to act as the buttons on a track pad. I'll try to search for it but I don't remember the name.

Check out the TEX Yoda.  ;)


BOOOM look at that beautiful bastard! Now that is what I'm talking about.

Thanks!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 27 October 2014, 11:05:03
(Attachment Link)
Literally one of the best keyboards ever
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 27 October 2014, 11:19:55
(Attachment Link)

I've seen this one before around GH. That custom case and those key caps get me aroused...

Love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ankeys on Mon, 27 October 2014, 11:45:20
Quickfire XT with cherry browns
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: notsonerd on Mon, 27 October 2014, 12:17:59
Unfortunately using this until the new keys for my WASD come in. But it's one of the best chiclet keyboard I've ever used!

I typed on an HP laptop for over two years and know exactly how you feel. After going mechanical, though, the lack of travel makes it a lot less satisfying =/

The true chiclet experience:
(http://keyshop.pimpmykeyboard.com/images/Products/Flat-Keys-3.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 27 October 2014, 13:11:08
Well seeing as I am at work...and bored...and dying to do something else:

The last keyboard I used prior to my work computer was a QFR with blacks. I also have a few novelty caps on that bad boy. Haven't used my Poker II in over a week come to think of it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hardwired Havok on Mon, 27 October 2014, 14:11:50
This wonderful '89 Model M 1391401

Nice :)

Original coiled cable too?

Although you seem to be missing Tab!

Yeah, unfortunately I need to pickup a Tab key, but was hoping to get some new keycaps instead of just a replacement, but alas I have been unable to find any custom keys :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 27 October 2014, 18:23:08
Once I can finish the soldering, and Apple M0110
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Tue, 28 October 2014, 08:04:46
Well, I've been using my HHKB for 4 days now and I'm slowly getting the love for the layout as I continue to adjust, but I think I still prefer the typing feel of the realforce.  If only there were a metal plate version of the HHKB.  Maybe I'll prefer the HHKB feel if I give it more time, but I dunno.  Maybe it's also the rubberdome weight variance at work too, but from what I've read the plate makes a big difference.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 3Love on Tue, 28 October 2014, 14:26:23
I am using 356.2 with old black switches(from cherry 2551). It really good touch feeling
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Booper on Tue, 28 October 2014, 14:58:05
I was using a poker II with blues but got tired of the clicky sound all the time so I got one with browns! Unfortunately the LEDs aren't all consistent though :(

(http://i.imgur.com/ztRo4Ip.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hardwired Havok on Tue, 28 October 2014, 18:03:29
I was using a poker II with blues but got tired of the clicky sound all the time so I got one with browns! Unfortunately the LEDs aren't all consistent though :(

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(http://i.imgur.com/ztRo4Ip.jpg)



My dear, what keycap is the escape key? That is a lovely Poker II. Do you know the dimensions of the spacebar?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lord of Narwhals on Tue, 28 October 2014, 18:14:24
I was using a poker II with blues but got tired of the clicky sound all the time so I got one with browns! Unfortunately the LEDs aren't all consistent though :(

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(http://i.imgur.com/ztRo4Ip.jpg)



My dear, what keycap is the escape key? That is a lovely Poker II. Do you know the dimensions of the spacebar?
It's a Warmaster key made by Hot Keys.
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=59452.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Tue, 28 October 2014, 19:28:32
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 28 October 2014, 20:15:32
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(

Jumping in to the deep end with both feet tied to your wallet :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Tue, 28 October 2014, 20:20:13
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(

Jumping in to the deep end with both feet tied to your wallet :p

Oh don't worry, I've planned it all out. Selling my future firstborn son and my left foot to pay for this.

In other words, I'm selling off most of my mechs to pay for it!

So far I've sold Poker II with Clears, Vortex case, Keycaps.

Last thing I need to sell to have the funds necessary to purchase this beast is my Topre Type Heaven!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 28 October 2014, 20:29:38
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(

Jumping in to the deep end with both feet tied to your wallet :p

Oh don't worry, I've planned it all out. Selling my future firstborn son and my left foot to pay for this.

In other words, I'm selling off most of my mechs to pay for it!

So far I've sold Poker II with Clears, Vortex case, Keycaps.

Last thing I need to sell to have the funds necessary to purchase this beast is my Topre Type Heaven!

At least you know what you're getting yourself in for ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Tue, 28 October 2014, 20:57:47
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(

Jumping in to the deep end with both feet tied to your wallet :p

Oh don't worry, I've planned it all out. Selling my future firstborn son and my left foot to pay for this.

In other words, I'm selling off most of my mechs to pay for it!

So far I've sold Poker II with Clears, Vortex case, Keycaps.

Last thing I need to sell to have the funds necessary to purchase this beast is my Topre Type Heaven!

At least you know what you're getting yourself in for ;)

Part of my intent in getting a Type-S is so that I won't have any better options to consider for small form-factor Topre boards and where there is no want, I can finally graduate to doing something productive with my time as opposed to lusting after keyboards for hours upon hours... like coding for once haha.

(is this a misguided belief?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 28 October 2014, 21:39:45
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(

Jumping in to the deep end with both feet tied to your wallet :p

Oh don't worry, I've planned it all out. Selling my future firstborn son and my left foot to pay for this.

In other words, I'm selling off most of my mechs to pay for it!

So far I've sold Poker II with Clears, Vortex case, Keycaps.

Last thing I need to sell to have the funds necessary to purchase this beast is my Topre Type Heaven!

At least you know what you're getting yourself in for ;)

Part of my intent in getting a Type-S is so that I won't have any better options to consider for small form-factor Topre boards and where there is no want, I can finally graduate to doing something productive with my time as opposed to lusting after keyboards for hours upon hours... like coding for once haha.

(is this a misguided belief?)

Yes.

There is always another keyboard that you need.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Tue, 28 October 2014, 21:57:36
Using the mushy keyboard on my '13 rMBP while I decide which board to pick as my next daily driver...

Leaning towards HHKB Pro 2 Type-S  :'(

Jumping in to the deep end with both feet tied to your wallet :p

Oh don't worry, I've planned it all out. Selling my future firstborn son and my left foot to pay for this.

In other words, I'm selling off most of my mechs to pay for it!

So far I've sold Poker II with Clears, Vortex case, Keycaps.

Last thing I need to sell to have the funds necessary to purchase this beast is my Topre Type Heaven!

At least you know what you're getting yourself in for ;)

Part of my intent in getting a Type-S is so that I won't have any better options to consider for small form-factor Topre boards and where there is no want, I can finally graduate to doing something productive with my time as opposed to lusting after keyboards for hours upon hours... like coding for once haha.

(is this a misguided belief?)

Yes.

There is always another keyboard that you need.

Before that I'll need the imaginary PBT spacebar for the HHKB and Hasu's controller, and a nice replacement keycap for ESC.

And then I'll want to swap my brand new double sleeved cable (that I just received from Pexon) with one that matches that keycap.

Following which, I'll want a black HHKB, then realize I can't use anything but silenced Topres anymore, so I'll want to silence mod it.

Then I'll want 55g and Novatouch stems...
Oh God..... I can't even fathom how this trail ends...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Tue, 28 October 2014, 23:06:30
The search never ends.  I just bought an HHKB Type-S and now I've been thinking about getting a 55g 87u (though if I like it I'd probably harvest it for the HHKB) or maybe trying the FC660C (since I like the 60% form factor but prefer metal plate mounted and would welcome arrow keys, though I'd miss the HHKB layout).  Temptation always exists.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 29 October 2014, 00:28:07
Back to using the Poker2 again.

(http://i.imgur.com/PURpQ86.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 29 October 2014, 00:30:33
Back to using the Poker2 again.

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(http://i.imgur.com/PURpQ86.jpg)


Looking good, buddy boo~

I recently put thick PBT's back on my Filco too :D Feels and looks good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 29 October 2014, 01:05:57
Back to using the Poker2 again.

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(http://i.imgur.com/PURpQ86.jpg)


Looking good, buddy boo~

I recently put thick PBT's back on my Filco too :D Feels and looks good.

Thanks  :)

Yeah,  I always end up going back to IMSTO's dye-subs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 29 October 2014, 03:20:23
Back to using the Poker2 again.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PURpQ86.jpg)


Looking good, buddy boo~

I recently put thick PBT's back on my Filco too :D Feels and looks good.

Thanks  :)

Yeah,  I always end up going back to IMSTO's dye-subs.

This x100. I put my IMSTO dye-subs back on tonight!

My Filco is back in its natural and ultimate form!

RGBY 4 lyfe ~<3

(http://i.imgur.com/JWm48zP.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Krytone on Wed, 29 October 2014, 03:35:28
Work: ducky shine 3
Gaming: Strike 7  :-[
Home: Logitech wireless

Would have a better collection if i knew all about mkb earlier.  :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackbox on Wed, 29 October 2014, 15:14:15
Work: ducky shine 3
Gaming: Strike 7  :-[
Home: Logitech wireless

Would have a better collection if i knew all about mkb earlier.  :blank:

Well you have to start somewhere! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MahBoi on Wed, 29 October 2014, 15:47:37
Uncle-Phil-approved Duck Mini with Matias clicky switches

(http://i.imgur.com/lQoO4C4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Wed, 29 October 2014, 19:31:01
At the moment I'm using the free scissor-switch keyboard that came with my Dell XPS 8700.... It's actually quite efficient for gaming or typing, heh. I may end up selling my cherry boards / caps.

After all this time and money... Go figure. Maybe it's because I'm so used to the laptop keyboard at work. I feel like I type faster with it and make fewer errors.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lastpilot on Wed, 29 October 2014, 20:11:03
Back to using the Poker2 again.

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(http://i.imgur.com/PURpQ86.jpg)


Looking good, buddy boo~

I recently put thick PBT's back on my Filco too :D Feels and looks good.

Thanks  :)

Yeah,  I always end up going back to IMSTO's dye-subs.

This x100. I put my IMSTO dye-subs back on tonight!

My Filco is back in its natural and ultimate form!

RGBY 4 lyfe ~<3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JWm48zP.jpg)

Still one of my favorite boards on GH. :] Not only does it have the looks, but the feels are awesome too!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 29 October 2014, 20:37:57
This x100. I put my IMSTO dye-subs back on tonight!

My Filco is back in its natural and ultimate form!

RGBY 4 lyfe ~<3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JWm48zP.jpg)

Still one of my favorite boards on GH. :] Not only does it have the looks, but the feels are awesome too!

You're still one of my favorite members on GH. :] Not only does you have the looks, but you got my feels too!

<3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 29 October 2014, 20:40:04
This x100. I put my IMSTO dye-subs back on tonight!

My Filco is back in its natural and ultimate form!

RGBY 4 lyfe ~<3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JWm48zP.jpg)

Still one of my favorite boards on GH. :] Not only does it have the looks, but the feels are awesome too!

You're still one of my favorite members on GH. :] Not only does you have the looks, but you got my feels too!

<3

Them feels...!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 29 October 2014, 20:42:24
This x100. I put my IMSTO dye-subs back on tonight!

My Filco is back in its natural and ultimate form!

RGBY 4 lyfe ~<3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JWm48zP.jpg)

Still one of my favorite boards on GH. :] Not only does it have the looks, but the feels are awesome too!

You're still one of my favorite members on GH. :] Not only does you have the looks, but you got my feels too!

<3

Them feels...!

Join in, baby.. because... I feels... you!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lastpilot on Wed, 29 October 2014, 20:56:02
(http://i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/masonry/000/841/866/129.gif)

<333
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frosty on Wed, 29 October 2014, 21:03:41

Back to using the Poker2 again.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PURpQ86.jpg)


Looking good, buddy boo~

I recently put thick PBT's back on my Filco too :D Feels and looks good.

Thanks  :)

Yeah,  I always end up going back to IMSTO's dye-subs.

This x100. I put my IMSTO dye-subs back on tonight!

My Filco is back in its natural and ultimate form!

RGBY 4 lyfe ~<3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JWm48zP.jpg)


Those clacks o.o

drools
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 29 October 2014, 21:09:26
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<333

*running to you, bb* <333

(https://i.minus.com/ibi4uCtrEaMcnv.gif)


Those clacks o.o

drools

(http://media3.giphy.com/media/ErZ8hv5eO92JW/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 29 October 2014, 22:21:39

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<333

*running to you, bb* <333

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(https://i.minus.com/ibi4uCtrEaMcnv.gif)


You two are adorable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Wed, 29 October 2014, 22:24:08
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<333

*running to you, bb* <333

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(https://i.minus.com/ibi4uCtrEaMcnv.gif)



(http://cdn.gifbay.com/2013/07/get_a_room_you_two-62403.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 29 October 2014, 22:31:59

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<333

*running to you, bb* <333

Show Image
(https://i.minus.com/ibi4uCtrEaMcnv.gif)


You two are adorable.

(http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120929012340/glee/images/e/ef/JoinUs.gif)

(http://33.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_llwo2uCf8k1qfueh7o1_400.gif)


Show Image
(http://cdn.gifbay.com/2013/07/get_a_room_you_two-62403.gif)


(http://i.imgur.com/P7eToJz.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: StylinGreymon on Thu, 30 October 2014, 05:25:46
I'm using my Viper right no--wait what's going on ITT?

(http://i.imgur.com/UiZISy9.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/fgllZO3.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Thu, 30 October 2014, 12:01:49
I'm using my Viper right no--wait what's going on ITT?

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(http://i.imgur.com/UiZISy9.jpg)


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(http://i.imgur.com/fgllZO3.jpg)

Awesome  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Thu, 30 October 2014, 12:46:44
I'm using my Viper right no--wait what's going on ITT?

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UiZISy9.jpg)


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(http://i.imgur.com/fgllZO3.jpg)


Those caps!! So beautiful!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 31 October 2014, 06:57:53
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Decided to switch things up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Thu, 06 November 2014, 23:19:18
Just got my FC660C today and I'm really digging it.  I know it's blasphemy but I like this more than my HHKB.  I mean, I do miss the backspace location, but I really prefer the feel and having arrows again is nifty.  Probably better to have a standard layout again as well since I still use the standard at work.  I am kinda tempted to switch out the silent sliders from my Type-S to put into this, but I dunno.  I think part of why I like the FC and realforce more is because the sound adds to experience.  Or maybe it is really just the plastic vs metal.  Guess I can find out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DasHHKBProM on Thu, 06 November 2014, 23:28:27
Just got my FC660C today and I'm really digging it.  I know it's blasphemy but I like this more than my HHKB.  I mean, I do miss the backspace location, but I really prefer the feel and having arrows again is nifty.  Probably better to have a standard layout again as well since I still use the standard at work.  I am kinda tempted to switch out the silent sliders from my Type-S to put into this, but I dunno.  I think part of why I like the FC and my realforce more is because the sound adds to experience.  Or maybe it is really just the plastic vs metal.

I share your opinion, FC660C is better than the (*regular) hhkb, aside from the ugly font and grey keycaps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swathe on Thu, 06 November 2014, 23:30:34
My new stock as a Rock DAS Professional S (Not a V4 I hate the volume knob)  with MX Blues I made work buy me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 07 November 2014, 00:03:08
KBParadise V60 MTS - Matias Clicky Switches

(http://i.imgur.com/L5axhNO.jpg)

Can't wait to replace the keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Sat, 08 November 2014, 15:28:19
w/ Blacks

(http://i.imgur.com/bYCoybk.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sat, 08 November 2014, 16:31:54
KBParadise V60 MTS - Matias Clicky Switches

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(http://i.imgur.com/L5axhNO.jpg)


Can't wait to replace the keycaps.

Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Sat, 08 November 2014, 17:21:05
Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...

Hope you enjoy dat ping.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Sat, 08 November 2014, 17:38:23
KBParadise V60 MTS - Matias Clicky Switches

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(http://i.imgur.com/L5axhNO.jpg)


Can't wait to replace the keycaps.

Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...

Do it.  OG Alps>Mathias Alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 08 November 2014, 20:42:50
KBParadise V60 MTS - Matias Clicky Switches

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(http://i.imgur.com/L5axhNO.jpg)


Can't wait to replace the keycaps.

Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...

Cool.  Yeah, I plan on putting salmon, orange, or (if I can get lucky enough to find some) complicated blues in one of mine. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sat, 08 November 2014, 22:06:32
Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...

Hope you enjoy dat ping.

The sound is half the fun of alps  :))

KBParadise V60 MTS - Matias Clicky Switches

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(http://i.imgur.com/L5axhNO.jpg)


Can't wait to replace the keycaps.

Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...

Do it.  OG Alps>Mathias Alps

I've never actually tried matias switches so this would be a good opportunity for me to give those a run too. Just need to find a source of green alps.

KBParadise V60 MTS - Matias Clicky Switches

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(http://i.imgur.com/L5axhNO.jpg)


Can't wait to replace the keycaps.

Oooh nice. I kind of want to get one of these and put linear green alps in it...

Cool.  Yeah, I plan on putting salmon, orange, or (if I can get lucky enough to find some) complicated blues in one of mine.

Complicated blues in that would be awesome. I've got some extras from my Kingsaver, I'll send you a PM.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 08 November 2014, 22:31:55
I ended up getting both versions of the KBP MTS (clicky & quiet click).  They are both very fun to type on.  However I'm kinda surprised of how much I'm liking the the quiet click version.

I thought for sure I would dig the clicky version way more due to how much I love mx-blues.

Don't get me wrong. I really like the clicky version. I'm just glad I also got the quiet version to try out because originally I was only going to get the clicky model.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Sat, 08 November 2014, 23:03:24
Ducky DK9008 Shine II with MX Reds + Blue Orings, Vortex PBT keycaps, and a white case:

(http://i.imgur.com/zSXm09m.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h9fPz7A.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 09 November 2014, 03:04:58
Ducky DK9008 Shine II with MX Reds + Blue Orings, Vortex PBT keycaps, and a white case:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zSXm09m.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/h9fPz7A.jpg)


That does look nice!

White backlighting?  In some places it looks a bit blue, but might possibly just be reflecting off the blue modifiers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Sun, 09 November 2014, 11:25:46
(http://i.imgur.com/HqMrhyV.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Sun, 09 November 2014, 20:15:33
Ducky DK9008 Shine II with MX Reds + Blue Orings, Vortex PBT keycaps, and a white case:

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(http://i.imgur.com/zSXm09m.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/h9fPz7A.jpg)


That does look nice!

White backlighting?  In some places it looks a bit blue, but might possibly just be reflecting off the blue modifiers.

Ducky DK9008 Shine II with MX Reds + Blue Orings, Vortex PBT keycaps, and a white case:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zSXm09m.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/h9fPz7A.jpg)


That does look nice!

White backlighting?  In some places it looks a bit blue, but might possibly just be reflecting off the blue modifiers.

Blue LED's all the way! No white on this 'board.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 09 November 2014, 21:41:13
home: kbparadise v60mts clicky alps
work: kbparadise v60mts quiet alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Sun, 09 November 2014, 21:46:18
home: kbparadise v60mts clicky alps
work: kbparadise v60mts quiet alps

If I were to own a 60%, it would be one of these! They are truly wonderful to type on!

+1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Sun, 09 November 2014, 22:26:54
Do the v60 MTS clicky boards make as much of a racket as Tactile Pros?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 09 November 2014, 22:40:26
Do the v60 MTS clicky boards make as much of a racket as Tactile Pros?

**** yea, son!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 09 November 2014, 23:05:17
Do the v60 MTS clicky boards make as much of a racket as Tactile Pros?

**** yea, son!

I think they use the same exact switch don't they?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Mon, 10 November 2014, 01:05:39
**** yea, son!

NOT WANT  :(

I think they use the same exact switch don't they?

Yes but the Tactile Pro case seems very... large, hollow, and echoey... so it seemed plausible there could be a difference.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flamingchook on Mon, 10 November 2014, 04:35:58
I impulse bought a V60 MTS with matias click switches from mechkb.com here in Australia and it arrived about a week ago now. I'm still not sure how I feel about it. I was a little bit underwhelmed at first but now that I've been using it exclusively for a week it's definitely growing on me.

On the plus side I like the sound of it. Sure it's a bit rattly but it's got a good tone to it. Deeper than MX blues or greens and not as obnoxiously loud as buckling springs. The tactility is really good and the space bar especially feels and sounds really solid. The weight and higher actuation point (compared to MX) took a little getting used to though.

I'm still not sure about the force profile of the switches. They feel heavy to actuate but then fall away really quickly until they bottom out. As someone who enjoys bottoming out MX switches I think I like it, but I'm not 100% sold just yet. The switches are also have a definite audible ping at times.

Onto the keyboard itself, the case has a weird rough-but-soft finish that I don't like. I did like the the rubber feet though, zero movement. The function layer seems to be well thought out but I'll have to use it a bit longer before I know for sure. All of the different layout options that the dip-switches provide are fantastic. The keycaps are pretty much what you'd expect, thin ABS. It's a shame that it's going to be difficult to find a good replacement set.

Overall I'm pretty happy with it I think. Being my first 60% board there's a bit to get used to and I'm grateful that I have my GHpad sitting just off to the left. I'm still determined to find a board with complicated blue or green alps, but the V60 MTS will have to do for now.


PS. A little bit about mechkb.com. I ordered it at 2:30pm on a Thursday and it arrived at 10am the following day. I'm not even in the same state. I was impressed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: faceyourfaces on Mon, 10 November 2014, 05:18:54
I also got my Matias Quiet Click V60 last week and I'm enjoying it for the most part. Still feels weird that the switch feels more tactile when pressed at the top than at the bottom but I'm beginning to get used to it. Just wondering: how does one go about finding new keycaps for this keyboard? Coming from a PBT Unicomp, the ABS keycaps on the V60 are not sitting with me well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flamingchook on Mon, 10 November 2014, 06:02:54
I also got my Matias Quiet Click V60 last week and I'm enjoying it for the most part. Still feels weird that the switch feels more tactile when pressed at the top than at the bottom but I'm beginning to get used to it. Just wondering: how does one go about finding new keycaps for this keyboard? Coming from a PBT Unicomp, the ABS keycaps on the V60 are not sitting with me well.

Mostly it's just finding an old Alps board and taking the caps from it I think. I don't think it's currently possible to get a replacement spacebar though because the v60 mts uses a costar stabilizer which has MX inserts which I think is unique but I might be wrong.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Mon, 10 November 2014, 12:42:00
The TRS80 Model III apparently had spherical Alps keycaps; however it's missing a few critical keys - I think the Model II may even be more complete:

(http://fjkraan.home.xs4all.nl/comp/trs80m2/KEYBOARD_UNIT.jpg)

Sure some of your mods will have to be something else --- but those sphericals!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 13 November 2014, 11:52:15
Using a ducky premiere with stock mx blacks and nuclear green caps in colemak layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 0100010 on Thu, 13 November 2014, 11:56:03
1983 IBM 4704 107 :

(http://s11.postimg.org/ydxsplplf/photo_1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Thu, 13 November 2014, 11:56:53
1983 IBM 4704 107 :

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(http://s11.postimg.org/ydxsplplf/photo_1.jpg)


That keyboard is a beautiful monster! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 13 November 2014, 12:25:45
The one, the only, the legendary: DT35.

Everyone should sell their Korean customs and get this Korean board instead. I'm half joking but I really do like this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: babuinix on Thu, 13 November 2014, 12:58:28
(http://i.imgur.com/z1j1qYs.jpg)

Mixing it up
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yasuo on Fri, 14 November 2014, 01:50:08
Using a ducky premiere with stock mx blacks and nuclear green caps in colemak layout.
so you want to make changes :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Fri, 14 November 2014, 05:39:14
Home: Ducky Shine Zero w/ MX Brown and blue backlight.
Work: Poker II w/ MX Blues and blue backlight too.

But I considering swapping my MX Brown board with a Topre one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiceBar on Fri, 14 November 2014, 13:28:20
The TRS80 Model III apparently had spherical Alps keycaps; however it's missing a few critical keys - I think the Model II may even be more complete:

Show Image
(http://fjkraan.home.xs4all.nl/comp/trs80m2/KEYBOARD_UNIT.jpg)


Sure some of your mods will have to be something else --- but those sphericals!!

My first computer was a TRS-80 Model I with 4KB of RAM.

Some time ago I have done some research and all I have been able to find out is that it had ALPS switches. I don't know which ones. I had pulled a key once, and the stem below was white. I remember I was afraid I had broken it, but it was not the case.

From what I remember the switches were completely linear. The keyboard had a plate and made a lot of noise when you bottomed out hard. The computer itself was located under the keyboard, so in a sense the keyboard was the computer.

Anybody knows what ALPS switch the TRS-80 had?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 14 November 2014, 13:32:02
The TRS80 Model III apparently had spherical Alps keycaps; however it's missing a few critical keys - I think the Model II may even be more complete:

Show Image
(http://fjkraan.home.xs4all.nl/comp/trs80m2/KEYBOARD_UNIT.jpg)


Sure some of your mods will have to be something else --- but those sphericals!!

My first computer was a TRS-80 Model I with 4KB of RAM.

Some time ago I have done some research and all I have been able to find out is that it had ALPS switches. I don't know which ones. I had pulled a key once, and the stem below was white. I remember I was afraid I had broken it, but it was not the case.

From what I remember the switches were completely linear. The keyboard had a plate and made a lot of noise when you bottomed out hard. The computer itself was located under the keyboard, so in a sense the keyboard was the computer.

Anybody knows what ALPS switch the TRS-80 had?
SKFL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiceBar on Fri, 14 November 2014, 17:12:21
The TRS80 Model III apparently had spherical Alps keycaps; however it's missing a few critical keys - I think the Model II may even be more complete:

Show Image
(http://fjkraan.home.xs4all.nl/comp/trs80m2/KEYBOARD_UNIT.jpg)


Sure some of your mods will have to be something else --- but those sphericals!!

My first computer was a TRS-80 Model I with 4KB of RAM.

Some time ago I have done some research and all I have been able to find out is that it had ALPS switches. I don't know which ones. I had pulled a key once, and the stem below was white. I remember I was afraid I had broken it, but it was not the case.

From what I remember the switches were completely linear. The keyboard had a plate and made a lot of noise when you bottomed out hard. The computer itself was located under the keyboard, so in a sense the keyboard was the computer.

Anybody knows what ALPS switch the TRS-80 had?
SKFL

Thank you for the information.

Are you positively sure it was this switch? From what I remember it is possible. I don't remember if the stem was oval or rectangular.

The Deskauthority page (http://deskthority.net/wiki/Alps_SKFL) says the SKFL was used in the TRS-80 Model 100, which is not related to the TRS-80 Model I. They are very different computers.

This makes me wonder because I have also used the Model 100 and frankly I do not remember that the key felt the same as the Model I.

I should have never sold my Model I! Even if it was less powerful than a current keyboard microcontroller! :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Fri, 14 November 2014, 17:13:19
The one, the only, the legendary: DT35.

Everyone should sell their Korean customs and get this Korean board instead. I'm half joking but I really do like this board.
What's the appeal? How is it to type on? I'm curious, it is almosy legendary
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Fri, 14 November 2014, 19:52:26
It's legendary for being cheap and ubiquitous and making you a better Starcraft player.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Sun, 16 November 2014, 07:17:39
I am using my new JD40  :D
(http://i.imgur.com/gwWiyPZ.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr626 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 21:32:39
KBC F104 here. Probably one of the best bang for buck boards I've owned. Just wish they used a different font!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Mon, 17 November 2014, 21:37:10
I am using my new JD40  :D
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gwWiyPZ.jpg)


Can't wait to get mine...it's being built as we speak...(or type)  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SlotH42 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 22:07:31
currently using my monoprice "gaming keyboard" with reds. really has grown on me now that it has some decent caps :thumb:
(http://i.imgur.com/Tob2JrN.png?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Mon, 17 November 2014, 22:08:40
currently using my monoprice "gaming keyboard" with reds. really has grown on me now that it has some decent caps :thumb:
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(http://i.imgur.com/Tob2JrN.png?1)


Bravo bravado!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Heliosphere on Mon, 17 November 2014, 22:21:51
I just started typing on a Model F PC/AT and I like it much more than the Model M which has heavier switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Mon, 17 November 2014, 22:24:09
I just started typing on a Model F PC/AT and I like it much more than the Model M which has heavier switches.

The Model M will never feel the same.  It's impossible for me to go back after using an F.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Mon, 17 November 2014, 22:30:19
I think I may have to change out the switches on my KC108. Blacks really aren't my bag.

I think I may have to get some greys from mk.com and get Margo to swap them out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tyvar1 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 22:34:02
I am using my new JD40  :D
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gwWiyPZ.jpg)


Can't wait to get mine...it's being built as we speak...(or type)  ;D
Awesome to hear :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 17 November 2014, 23:08:06
currently using my monoprice "gaming keyboard" with reds. really has grown on me now that it has some decent caps :thumb:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Tob2JrN.png?1)


It's amazing what a difference some new keycaps can make!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 18 November 2014, 09:37:15
I just started typing on a Model F PC/AT and I like it much more than the Model M which has heavier switches.

The Model M will never feel the same.  It's impossible for me to go back after using an F.

Yeah, since I got AT/F, my Unicomp just collecting dust...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Tue, 18 November 2014, 10:03:03
I just started typing on a Model F PC/AT and I like it much more than the Model M which has heavier switches.

The Model M will never feel the same.  It's impossible for me to go back after using an F.

What nubbinator said....

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frvrngn on Tue, 18 November 2014, 15:02:39
My two recent daily drivers.  HHKB is new to me, only been using it 2 days now but I am already getting used to the layout and I am using it right now.  Above is my 87u Silent that I bought so I could work late at night without waking my kids down the hall from my office but I like it so much that I used it all the time until the HHKB arrived!

And yes, that is a very old IBM calculator on my desk and it gets a good daily workout with my job...

(http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q777/CHD_Dad/Sales/photo_zps6edd73fd.jpg) (http://s1358.photobucket.com/user/CHD_Dad/media/Sales/photo_zps6edd73fd.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madhias on Sun, 23 November 2014, 06:53:39
Above is my 87u Silent that I bought so I could work late at night without waking my kids down the hall from my office but I like it so much that I used it all the time until the HHKB arrived!

I bought also a 87U because of our little boy, which is now at home my daily driver. It's not silenced, original 55g. It is quit enough, feels great and the sound is really satisfying. I could not believe not to have tried Topre earlier!

(http://i.imgur.com/GggjRT1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 23 November 2014, 10:07:16
Focus FK-8000. Lovin these futabas :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sturmfrau on Sun, 23 November 2014, 21:10:42
I'm using my Viper right no--wait what's going on ITT?

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UiZISy9.jpg)


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(http://i.imgur.com/fgllZO3.jpg)


What keyboard is this? Is that HHKB layout but has cherry mx switches on there? And that case and keycaps! Do want.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sun, 23 November 2014, 21:19:55
I'm using my Viper right no--wait what's going on ITT?

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UiZISy9.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fgllZO3.jpg)


What keyboard is this? Is that HHKB layout but has cherry mx switches on there? And that case and keycaps! Do want.

it's a duck viper
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RED-404 on Sun, 23 November 2014, 21:23:03
V60MTS QC. I need keycaps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://red.dazoe.net/stuff/WIN_20141123_190834.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 23 November 2014, 21:43:30
V60MTS QC. I need keycaps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Alps road is a lonely one...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 24 November 2014, 00:33:08
V60MTS QC. I need keycaps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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(http://red.dazoe.net/stuff/WIN_20141123_190834.JPG)


I feel your pain.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: faceyourfaces on Mon, 24 November 2014, 19:11:51
V60MTS QC. I need keycaps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Show Image
(http://red.dazoe.net/stuff/WIN_20141123_190834.JPG)


I feel your pain.

I really hope Matias' PBT keycap tooling will give us the gift of decent keycaps for these switches in the near future. I love travelling with my V60 with Matias Quiet Click switches but ABS keycaps just feel so awful and slimy to me now.

At home I'll still be sticking with my Model F; I can finally understand how people neglect their Model M keyboards after trying one of these boards. Capacitive Buckling Springs really make a huge difference over the membrane ones.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bumbsan on Tue, 25 November 2014, 15:08:31
At the moment I'm using a Steelseries 6Gv2 which I got cheap from a friend. Not really liking the black switches and size of the keyboard so about to pull the trigger on a Poker II with blues  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: coldpizzaa on Wed, 26 November 2014, 01:18:39
CM Storm QuickFire Rapid and waiting on my Poker II.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rodgaroon on Wed, 26 November 2014, 01:29:30
Poker II, waiting on Granite R2 and a silver Tex case. I gave up on my SS keyboard. the layout is trash and black's are not for me.

Hopefully by April I'll have my first Kustom. Waiting on the TX87 GB. I play a lot of league. I wonder if clears would be good for gaming or should I stick with my browns?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Wed, 26 November 2014, 18:25:10
Just connected one of my Corsair MX Red, K65, keyboards; had been using a 55-gram 87UW.
Damn, the Corsair feels good and makes for a complementary transition coming from the Topre KB.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 27 November 2014, 09:29:00
V60MTS QC. I need keycaps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Show Image
(http://red.dazoe.net/stuff/WIN_20141123_190834.JPG)


I feel your pain.

I really hope Matias' PBT keycap tooling will give us the gift of decent keycaps for these switches in the near future. I love travelling with my V60 with Matias Quiet Click switches but ABS keycaps just feel so awful and slimy to me now.

At home I'll still be sticking with my Model F; I can finally understand how people neglect their Model M keyboards after trying one of these boards. Capacitive Buckling Springs really make a huge difference over the membrane ones.

I'm currently communicating with the Tao Hao factory to see if A) KBP has contacted them to begin an order or B) If they have a V60MTS on hand to verify they can reproduce this set.

I should know more soon about compatibility / pricing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 27 November 2014, 09:59:24
V60MTS QC. I need keycaps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Show Image
(http://red.dazoe.net/stuff/WIN_20141123_190834.JPG)


I feel your pain.

I really hope Matias' PBT keycap tooling will give us the gift of decent keycaps for these switches in the near future. I love travelling with my V60 with Matias Quiet Click switches but ABS keycaps just feel so awful and slimy to me now.

At home I'll still be sticking with my Model F; I can finally understand how people neglect their Model M keyboards after trying one of these boards. Capacitive Buckling Springs really make a huge difference over the membrane ones.

I'm currently communicating with the Tao Hao factory to see if A) KBP has contacted them to begin an order or B) If they have a V60MTS on hand to verify they can reproduce this set.

I should know more soon about compatibility / pricing.

Yes :)  I would love to get one of their Olivetti sets for my V60 MTS.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 27 November 2014, 11:36:02
I've had to swap out my KC108 with Blacks for my KC87 with Kailh Browns.

I just can't stand linear switches anymore :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Thu, 27 November 2014, 12:02:18
Back to a SSK :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Elocutive on Thu, 27 November 2014, 12:03:44
Back to a SSK :)
Which one? you have like 43  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Thu, 27 November 2014, 15:37:33
Stuck on an old Razer Blackwidow w/ MX Blues until my KBParadise v60 w/ MX clears comes in the mail...  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 27 November 2014, 19:45:06
Yes :)  I would love to get one of their Olivetti sets for my V60 MTS.

Tao Hao has not been contacted yet by KBP for Alps keycap purchases.  So now I'm contacting KBP to see if they will do us a solid and either ship a keycap set or better - a defective/sample keyboard  to Tao Hao to verify they can reproduce everything; at that point we can talk numbers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 27 November 2014, 21:01:22
Ok, Someone from TaoHao is going to meet up with KBP and acquire a V60MTS sample for testing.

That's the last I'll speak of this in this thread - anything further will be in the Matias forum.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: noisyturtle on Thu, 27 November 2014, 21:06:18
The same keyboard I use every night Pinkey...
(https://i.imgur.com/rLSA3e3.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fragil1ty on Thu, 27 November 2014, 21:28:07
KUL ES-87, don't particularly like it, prefer 75% but heh, it is what it is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Thu, 27 November 2014, 21:35:16
KUL ES-87, don't particularly like it, prefer 75% but heh, it is what it is.

:(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jackalope on Thu, 27 November 2014, 22:47:21
HHKB Pro 2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 27 November 2014, 23:42:30
Ok, Someone from TaoHao is going to meet up with KBP and acquire a V60MTS sample for testing.

Good work  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sat, 29 November 2014, 19:57:18
I'm taking a break from my RF87U 55g... I fear it might be causing joint/finger/hand/wrist pain, which would be really disappointing as I really like the keyboard. I might have to swap it for a 45g Topre board.

In the meantime, I'm using MX Red and Brown QFR and Das Keyboard 3. I haven't really bothered with my other boards since getting my RF -- it feels so smooth by comparison.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiritistz on Sun, 30 November 2014, 04:38:15
Filco NINJA Brown for tying, Corsair K65 for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sun, 30 November 2014, 17:45:19
Poker II, waiting on Granite R2 and a silver Tex case. I gave up on my SS keyboard. the layout is trash and black's are not for me.

Hopefully by April I'll have my first Kustom. Waiting on the TX87 GB. I play a lot of league. I wonder if clears would be good for gaming or should I stick with my browns?

I have a Poker II with clears and I also play a lot of League! I think clears are fine, it's honestly up to you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Sun, 30 November 2014, 23:22:53
I have a Poker II with clears and I also play a lot of League! I think clears are fine, it's honestly up to you.

yep clears are fine for league ;D imo at least
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swill on Mon, 01 December 2014, 07:05:19
I have a Poker II with clears and I also play a lot of League! I think clears are fine, it's honestly up to you.

yep clears are fine for league ;D imo at least
I am using 65g clears for league and its no issue. I have to admit that gaming on browns feels better though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Mon, 01 December 2014, 10:05:47
the FC660C has become my daily driver, i somehow fell in love with the layout, like the compactness and i love the 45g switches.

i'm gonna be selling the RF 55g uniform and likely get a second leopold for work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thesupergeek on Mon, 01 December 2014, 18:04:14
Novatouch right now! I really like it, especially after replacing the stock keycaps with something nicer!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RoflCopter4 on Mon, 01 December 2014, 18:09:06
Using my Chicony 5181 with blue SMK Alps style switches. Really liking it. They're no buckling springs but they still feel very nice to type on. Definitely the best non buckling spring switches I have ever used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Mon, 01 December 2014, 19:39:51
Novatouch right now! I really like it, especially after replacing the stock keycaps with something nicer!

The box it comes in probably cost more than the stock keycaps.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 01 December 2014, 21:25:46
Novatouch right now! I really like it, especially after replacing the stock keycaps with something nicer!

The box it comes in probably cost more than the stock keycaps.

Honestly, that's possible.  That box is pretty darn cool.  It does have magnets, after all.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Tue, 02 December 2014, 22:49:43
Using my Chicony 5181 with blue SMK Alps style switches. Really liking it. They're no buckling springs but they still feel very nice to type on. Definitely the best non buckling spring switches I have ever used.

Ordered one the other day... it's in the mail now. Looking forward to trying it out with all the praise the Monterey Blue switches receive  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 03 December 2014, 06:37:16
About to be using my omnikey 102 once I get some new switches in the mail :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Wed, 03 December 2014, 16:34:04
Still on my M.  Still going strong. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr.squishy on Wed, 03 December 2014, 17:00:49
I'm sadly typing on a Logitech K400r right now, although that is hopefully subject to change soon  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Wed, 03 December 2014, 17:27:48
My JD40 White MX switches and Red O-rings. Learning curve is something else when I keep changing the layout, but I know that once I nail what I want, I will love this thing forever! I call it Tantō for the small Japanese short sword. BC this thing is seriously compact and has deadly sharp stainless steel edges... :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quackles on Wed, 03 December 2014, 21:20:07
My new baby arrived today!

(http://i.imgur.com/jO1RVpj.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 03 December 2014, 23:36:18
My new baby arrived today!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jO1RVpj.jpg)


Beautiful. Just stunning. Bravo. Mmm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 04 December 2014, 06:04:29
My new baby arrived today!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jO1RVpj.jpg)



What kind of keycaps is it? I don't know if this is the light that does that but it looks like SA profile.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Thu, 04 December 2014, 10:52:44
My new baby arrived today!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jO1RVpj.jpg)



What kind of keycaps is it? I don't know if this is the light that does that but it looks like SA profile.

Pretty sure they're blanks from a white HHKB with the blank Topre ESC and Control kit.  :thumb:  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 04 December 2014, 11:08:37
My new baby arrived today!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jO1RVpj.jpg)



What kind of keycaps is it? I don't know if this is the light that does that but it looks like SA profile.

Pretty sure they're blanks from a white HHKB with the blank Topre ESC and Control kit.  :thumb: 8)


Fair enough. Do you know which profile these keycaps are? DCS? SA?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Thu, 04 December 2014, 11:21:29
My new baby arrived today!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jO1RVpj.jpg)



What kind of keycaps is it? I don't know if this is the light that does that but it looks like SA profile.

Pretty sure they're blanks from a white HHKB with the blank Topre ESC and Control kit.  :thumb: 8)


Fair enough. Do you know which profile these keycaps are? DCS? SA?

Neither. DCS and SA are made by SP and they currently don't make Topre caps.

Id say they are closer to DCS but still not DCS. Closer match would be Cherry profile but that's still not the same.

They're Topre OEM if this is an accurate way to put it and the only boards that have this exact profile are Topre boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 04 December 2014, 11:46:46
Oh ok. I thought that DCS, SA etc. were standard profiles that all manufacturers use. I didn't know that they each have their own profile. Thanks for the info.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Thu, 04 December 2014, 13:46:51
Oh ok. I thought that DCS, SA etc. were standard profiles that all manufacturers use. I didn't know that they each have their own profile. Thanks for the info.
If you're looking for a similar set for Cherry MX, you could look into BSP Classic Beige (blanks would be the Otaku version).

Unfortunately the only readily available source is Originative (a vendor that many here have had issues with) but my order shipped out the day after I placed my order through his website (I can't wait to receive them!)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 04 December 2014, 16:21:41
Oh ok. I thought that DCS, SA etc. were standard profiles that all manufacturers use. I didn't know that they each have their own profile. Thanks for the info.
If you're looking for a similar set for Cherry MX, you could look into BSP Classic Beige (blanks would be the Otaku version).

Unfortunately the only readily available source is Originative (a vendor that many here have had issues with) but my order shipped out the day after I placed my order through his website (I can't wait to receive them!)
I'm heading to the Topre world but I will start my journey with the Novatouch hence no problem with finding keycaps!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: StylinGreymon on Mon, 08 December 2014, 01:52:25
My Poker II, until I get my Viper back from Dorkvader.
(http://i.imgur.com/sHNP4cq.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PocoLoco on Tue, 09 December 2014, 11:47:30
I am currently using my ibm  model m for all my excessive typing needs and a filco mjn for gaming
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bigDave on Tue, 09 December 2014, 11:50:37
My Poker II, until I get my Viper back from Dorkvader.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sHNP4cq.jpg)


That is a great looking setup, planning on getting a poker II with similar key caps myself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Tue, 09 December 2014, 11:57:05
ssk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RoflCopter4 on Tue, 09 December 2014, 12:24:20
I have to say that I'm pretty happy so far with this Chicony 5181. After reprogramming the \ key to act as a second backspace, the layout is more or less bearable. The keycaps are just plain awful though, they're glossy to the point of having essentially no texture at all, but the actual key switches are wonderful. They almost make up for the keycaps. Almost. If I could just replace these keycaps with something textured and PBT (not sure what the fuss is about doubleshots, they're still just boring ABS) I would love this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tasker on Tue, 09 December 2014, 14:00:46
My Corsair K70. I love it! It just feels like a really solid keyboard and the Cherry Reds feel great to type on (I know, I know, they're for gaming... I do that too  ;D)
If there was one thing I could change on it, it would be for it to have more media/function keys. Maybe I'll upgrade to the K95 and program all the macro keys someday.
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 09 December 2014, 19:10:21
Still QFS MX green with Nuclear Data Green in a marginally different layout.

[attachimg=1]

This is not likely to change in the foreseeable future, until Rad Hard keys arrive and some are strategically deployed, or I manage to get an SSK or a TKL RealForce keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zshang on Tue, 09 December 2014, 22:41:39
right now? Typing with a HHKB Pro 2, and a Poker 2 plugged to another laptop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 10 December 2014, 00:40:38
My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RoflCopter4 on Wed, 10 December 2014, 03:14:41
My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Do you mean January 12 or December 01?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 10 December 2014, 06:29:26
My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Do you mean January 12 or December 01?
[attachimg=1]

December 01
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: intelli78 on Wed, 10 December 2014, 06:58:29
My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Cool :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gahrlaag on Wed, 10 December 2014, 09:27:18
My ducky shine 3 TKL, browns with green BL.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v443/dj_aleks/20141210_160213.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Wed, 10 December 2014, 10:05:44
My Poker II with WASD keycaps and Spicebar's GuiFN layout programmed on the PN Layer. It has the Fn and Space key reverted.

(http://i.imgur.com/C6t2USb.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/C6t2USb.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 10 December 2014, 13:35:46
My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Do you mean January 12 or December 01?
(Attachment Link)

December 01

Yes Monday December 1, 2014.  See picture.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Xonar on Wed, 10 December 2014, 15:12:29
Using my MacBook Air's keyboard at the moment. Still surprised at how good the scissor switch Apple keyboards are.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr626 on Wed, 10 December 2014, 15:34:18
KBC F-104. Now with added Vim Esc key goodness :-)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Wed, 10 December 2014, 16:57:58
Using my MacBook Air's keyboard at the moment. Still surprised at how good the scissor switch Apple keyboards are.
Apple's scissor switch keyboards are pretty good, with the exception of the rMBP keys which are the worst keyboard I've ever typed on.  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Wed, 10 December 2014, 17:34:26
Gigabyte GK-FORCE K7 Stealth Gaming Keyboard

This thing is freaking clutch if you like back lit scissor switch boards with volume wheels. So tactile and smooth. I like to pretend it's low-pro Topre  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Wed, 10 December 2014, 20:26:38
I love scissor switches - just nobody makes a good compact one in a nice format.  I've been eyeing that K7 but once you go small you never go back.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MidnightXZ on Wed, 10 December 2014, 20:46:53
Home: Filco MJ2 TKL in MX Brown + Leopold FC210TP in MX Red, occasionally swapped in with a QFR in MX Red with a Frosty Flake for gaming or boredom rotation. Need to get me a Pegasus Hoof eventually. MJ2 and 210TP are using KBC White Sideprinted PBT keys, QFR is using Banggood white blank PBT keys.

On the go with laptop (soon): A Poker II in MX Brown when it eventually gets here one day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiritistz on Thu, 11 December 2014, 04:44:56
My RealForce 87U 55g Arrived!!

(http://i.imgur.com/T8n8wvw.jpg)

As my first Topre Keyboard, the feeling of the key is exactly what I dreamed for. Wow, Just Wow.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 11 December 2014, 09:27:05
My RealForce 87U 55g Arrived!!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/T8n8wvw.jpg)


As my first Topre Keyboard, the feeling of the key is exactly what I dreamed for. Wow, Just Wow.


I envy you ...
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k0tC5kGz9Hg/T3IEfmSu16I/AAAAAAAAFAI/7qV-_rEWwv4/s640/funny-meme-animals-soon-005.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fragil1ty on Thu, 11 December 2014, 10:49:15
Back to my old trusty Noppoo Choc mini while I wait for my new one to arrive in the mail, let's hope this new one lasts longer than 6 months. *crosses fingers*


Apparently though the new model, which has white instead of the old colours on the functions, it's supposed to be much better, so who knows.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 11 December 2014, 17:24:50
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: quovadis123 on Thu, 11 December 2014, 19:44:33
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)

Cool!  :eek:

KBParadise keyboard do have lots of variations of switches.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Thu, 11 December 2014, 19:46:44
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)


I'm starting to like KBP as a brand a lot. They're doing a lot of good stuff.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGH on Thu, 11 December 2014, 19:48:51
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)

How are the keycaps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 11 December 2014, 21:10:24
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)

How are the keycaps?

Not good  :(  It's the only thing holding the board back IMO, but everything else about it is great.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RED-404 on Thu, 18 December 2014, 13:21:36
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)

How are the keycaps?

Not good  :(  It's the only thing holding the board back IMO, but everything else about it is great.



Well, not everything. I was hoping to use a TEX case on mine, but the top plate has threaded standoffs pressed into it instead of screw holes. To make any third party case work I would have to take a drill & tap to the case...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 18 December 2014, 13:39:04

My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Nice.  I also recently got a 103 key (in black). Most people seem to go with the 104 key.  What was your reason for the 103 key?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 18 December 2014, 15:14:41
I am absolutely loving my Nuclear SA caps on my WASD. The stock ABS caps felt so tinny and the spacebar especially felt awful.

Thanks to Samwisekoi again for this awesome GB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keybatant on Fri, 19 December 2014, 02:19:53
Leo mixkey edition  ;D
(http://i.imgur.com/r7Z45vD.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Fri, 19 December 2014, 06:33:47
Leo mixkey edition  ;D
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/r7Z45vD.jpg?1)



Is it only Leopold keycaps or did you put RealForce keycaps too?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keybatant on Fri, 19 December 2014, 07:54:19
Is it only Leopold keycaps or did you put RealForce keycaps too?

Black ones are from 87ub 55gr, I just switch the keys without touching plungers.
First plan was to switch them all, but there was, well issues with keys compatibility
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 19 December 2014, 09:34:54

My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Nice.  I also recently got a 103 key (in black). Most people seem to go with the 104 key.  What was your reason for the 103 key?

Simple enough to answer.  I have 3 other IBM 101 keyboards I use.  The feeling of the 103 is exactly the same as the 101 key.  No fumbling on the spacebar anymore.  It just feels like the other ones.  I can't explain it any better than that.  If you have one, you know already!  Do a direct comparison! 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Fri, 19 December 2014, 10:18:30
Is it only Leopold keycaps or did you put RealForce keycaps too?

Black ones are from 87ub 55gr, I just switch the keys without touching plungers.
First plan was to switch them all, but there was, well issues with keys compatibility


I'm no pro of the HHKB but are you refering to the difference in the modifiers width?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keybatant on Fri, 19 December 2014, 10:43:25
I'm no pro of the HHKB but are you refering to the difference in the modifiers width?

Due my laziness and lack of cigars, I only accomplished switching keycaps between 87u and Leo fc660c.
My plan was to exchange all of them to get this stealthy look-like,
but some keys like shift, fn etc. didn't work out, so I end up with this "two-tone" mix.
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Fri, 19 December 2014, 10:56:18
I'm no pro of the HHKB but are you refering to the difference in the modifiers width?

Due my laziness and lack of cigars, I only accomplished switching keycaps between 87u and Leo fc660c.
My plan was to exchange all of them to get this stealthy look-like,
but some keys like shift, fn etc. didn't work out, so I end up with this "two-tone" mix.
Alright.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: faceyourfaces on Fri, 19 December 2014, 21:30:00
KBParadise V60 MTS Quiet Click

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fe2PGVe.jpg)

How are the keycaps?

Not good  :(  It's the only thing holding the board back IMO, but everything else about it is great.

I decided to sell my V60 solely because the keycaps were awful. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGH on Fri, 19 December 2014, 22:02:21
Aww, I was going to buy one and use the stock caps until I got some replacements, but I don't think there are good replacements :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Valen on Fri, 19 December 2014, 22:43:10
I decided to sell my V60 solely because the keycaps were awful. :(
I am also using a V60 now and I agree that the key caps scream for replacement. I already scraped the side of some key caps when I tried to remove them (mostly my fault); the black paint is still on but the clear coat on them got damaged because is not very durable and I expect them to wear off really quick if you are a heavy user. The thickness is pretty thin too.
Title: Can We See Your Keyboard?
Post by: KaBar42 on Sat, 20 December 2014, 23:14:17
I noticed that there wasn't a thread about this, so I thought it'd be cool.

Can we have pics of your keyboard?

Also, if there was one and I just overlooked it, could someone tell me?

Here's mine:

My trusty eight year old Dell L100, this my main keyboard:
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah262/KaBar42/imagejpg1_zps3a8b7028.jpg?1419125558376&1419125560744)

And the Logitech K120 that my school made me like:
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah262/KaBar42/imagejpg2_zps4daf9322.jpg?1419125558376&1419125560744)

I occasionally rotate them out, but I can't decide which one I like more. The L100 definitely has more character to it, though. And more sentimental value. And the keys are more clacky.

So, can we see your keyboard/s/?
Title: Re: Can We See Your Keyboard?
Post by: Smasher816 on Sat, 20 December 2014, 23:15:31
There is a whole subform dedicated to keyboard pictures... https://geekhack.org/index.php?board=113.0
Title: Re: Can Wee See Your Keyboard?
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 20 December 2014, 23:15:57
IDK.. not sure you can handle it..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jumpjet on Sun, 21 December 2014, 17:19:03
Still QFS MX green with Nuclear Data Green in a marginally different layout.

(Attachment Link)

This is not likely to change in the foreseeable future, until Rad Hard keys arrive and some are strategically deployed, or I manage to get an SSK or a TKL RealForce keyboard.

What a cracking board. Love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 21 December 2014, 18:05:17
Still QFS MX green with Nuclear Data Green in a marginally different layout.

(Attachment Link)

This is not likely to change in the foreseeable future, until Rad Hard keys arrive and some are strategically deployed, or I manage to get an SSK or a TKL RealForce keyboard.

What a cracking board. Love it!

Thank you very much :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaklyte on Sun, 21 December 2014, 22:26:18
I'm using a Logitech G11, I ordered my first mechanical keyboard yesterday. Ducky Shine 3 TKL white LED cherry MX brown. Can't wait for it to arrive, I just hope that I will like it as I never used a mechanical keyboard before.

Edit: Just got to work, at work I'm using a Solidtek Ack-700u.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brewi on Mon, 22 December 2014, 09:33:40
I'm using a Logitech G11, I ordered my first mechanical keyboard yesterday. Ducky Shine 3 TKL white LED cherry MX brown. Can't wait for it to arrive, I just hope that I will like it as I never used a mechanical keyboard before.

Edit: Just got to work, at work I'm using a Solidtek Ack-700u.
Don't worry, you'll love it :) MX browns are very likeable for most of the population, I think. Solid choice!

As for me, right now I'm using my Shine 3 with blues (http://i.imgur.com/9gA6LTB.png). I love the magenta but it's hard to capture the lighting when it's light out + crappy camera. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaklyte on Mon, 22 December 2014, 12:10:05
I'm using a Logitech G11, I ordered my first mechanical keyboard yesterday. Ducky Shine 3 TKL white LED cherry MX brown. Can't wait for it to arrive, I just hope that I will like it as I never used a mechanical keyboard before.

Edit: Just got to work, at work I'm using a Solidtek Ack-700u.
Don't worry, you'll love it :) MX browns are very likeable for most of the population, I think. Solid choice!

As for me, right now I'm using my Shine 3 with blues (http://i.imgur.com/9gA6LTB.png). I love the magenta but it's hard to capture the lighting when it's light out + crappy camera. :(

I was kinda annoyed at first that I was not able to get the blue LED to match with the rest of my stuff. But the more I think about it and the more I wait the more excited and can't wait to see my Shine with white LED.   :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brewi on Mon, 22 December 2014, 15:55:07
I was kinda annoyed at first that I was not able to get the blue LED to match with the rest of my stuff. But the more I think about it and the more I wait the more excited and can't wait to see my Shine with white LED.   :)
Yeah, I was in the same boat - my mouse has blue lights, my mousepad has a green graphic, and now my keyboard has magenta LEDs :P it bugged me at first but I've gotten used to it.

White LEDs are nice in that they have the most flexibility in terms of LED covers - if you put them on white lights, they will look the best (as opposed to, say, putting a yellow cover over a green led, etc).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Mon, 22 December 2014, 17:12:09
For now I'm using my KBP v60 w/ Clears at work and at home, but with my Realforce 87u 55g coming in I'll probably keep the KPB at work most of the time...

Then that begs the question of what to do with my Poker II when it comes in... Not more than a month or so into the hobby and I'm already wondering what to do with all these boards.  :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: butthash on Mon, 22 December 2014, 18:16:52
KBT Pure Pro w/ Mx Red

(http://imgur.com/9p0aW9n.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wiredPANDA on Mon, 22 December 2014, 18:32:23
HHKB Pro 2

Only board I've been using for the last couple months.  Took the leap with Topre and I'm glad that I did.  My HHKB is by far my favorite board, now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Mon, 22 December 2014, 18:44:41
KBT Pure Pro w/ Mx Red

Show Image
(http://imgur.com/9p0aW9n.jpg)

I like the Christmas lights  :thumb:
HHKB Pro 2

Only board I've been using for the last couple months.  Took the leap with Topre and I'm glad that I did.  My HHKB is by far my favorite board, now.
Hardly anyone seems to get a HHKB and not like it. It tells me I need it, too.

I want to try for the Type-S, but i wonder what feels better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wiredPANDA on Mon, 22 December 2014, 18:47:25
Looked at the Type-S, but I couldn't justify that price tag.  I may end up trying the dental band mod on my HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sturmfrau on Mon, 22 December 2014, 20:54:52
I noticed that there wasn't a thread about this, so I thought it'd be cool.

Can we have pics of your keyboard?

Also, if there was one and I just overlooked it, could someone tell me?

Here's mine:

My trusty eight year old Dell L100, this my main keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah262/KaBar42/imagejpg1_zps3a8b7028.jpg?1419125558376&1419125560744)


And the Logitech K120 that my school made me like:
Show Image
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah262/KaBar42/imagejpg2_zps4daf9322.jpg?1419125558376&1419125560744)


I occasionally rotate them out, but I can't decide which one I like more. The L100 definitely has more character to it, though. And more sentimental value. And the keys are more clacky.

So, can we see your keyboard/s/?

O.O I'm not sure how to react to this.

Looked at the Type-S, but I couldn't justify that price tag.  I may end up trying the dental band mod on my HHKB.


I don't even think the hhkb is noisy (just for reference noisy for me is MX Blue). I mean if you're a touch typist it barely makes noise but if you bottom it out it does make that satisfying "thock". Anyway, I've been thinking of doing the rubber washer mod then lubing the stems but I don't think it's even worth the effort since it's not that noisy at all.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Mon, 22 December 2014, 21:06:20


My Unicomp Model M (103-Key!) Made the day I ordered it.  12-1-2014!

Nice.  I also recently got a 103 key (in black). Most people seem to go with the 104 key.  What was your reason for the 103 key?

Simple enough to answer.  I have 3 other IBM 101 keyboards I use.  The feeling of the 103 is exactly the same as the 101 key.  No fumbling on the spacebar anymore.  It just feels like the other ones.  I can't explain it any better than that.  If you have one, you know already!  Do a direct comparison!
Don't have a 104 key to compare with, but I didn't think they would feel different, jus curious as to why.  I chose the 103 key for a larger space bar and a more uniform look.  Didn't see a need for two windows keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 22 December 2014, 21:23:09

Don't have a 104 key to compare with, but I didn't think they would feel different, jus curious as to why.  I chose the 103 key for a larger space bar and a more uniform look.  Didn't see a need for two windows keys.

I like the look of it too.  It looks too good to be true.  You put a 101 next to the 103, and you can see that this is what they should have done to begin with.  If you are a purist, you can say the 103 IS the replacement keyboard to get.  Is it necessary to have the extra keys?  Not really.  I like having them, however.

I like the longer spacebar too.  Too many times on other boards I hit the comma key or the period key and toggle out of what I am typing.  So YES, I do notice a significant difference.

It's perfect to me.  Isn't that what it's all about?

Edit: Good thing I don't accidentally hit Alt-F4 too often hahaha!
Edit #2: Oops.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 23 December 2014, 10:54:24

O.O I'm not sure how to react to this.


I do!
I just couldn't help myself and dig out my *ultra UBER-Rific* BTC keyboard.  It is so OLDSKOOL!  I got my AT to PS/2 to PS/2 to USB adapter, and it WORKZ!  OMG I am so jazzed.  It even has LEET modernization Power off / Sleep / Wake UP! buttons on the right top part by the superglow green LED's!  It'z the model 5121W and has genuine philips screws on the back!  SuhWEEET! 

Edit: Now with the ULTRA adapter!  The AT to PS/2 to PS/2 to USB to PS/2 to USB to PS/2 to USB to USB extension cable!
The best part of it all, it actually works!  Outrageous!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Valen on Tue, 23 December 2014, 21:27:44
4th mech under a month.  :D Monterey K108. $20 delivered. Click, click, click, click... this is so addicting!  :thumb:
(http://i.imgur.com/GcKZIT8.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: qwertydvorakcolemak on Tue, 23 December 2014, 22:22:51
I am a contracted developer and hang out in stackoverflow a lot of times. When the Code Keyboard was introduced a year or so ago, I was one of the early adopters. I am still using the Code but I think it's about time I ventured forth and explored what else there is to offer... this forum and r/mk is kinda daunting - so many choices.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jersern on Wed, 24 December 2014, 00:27:56
I'm using my trust DS3 because Moralles has my HHKB  :p I would love to be using my Model M instead but it was damaged in shipping and the plastic barrel frame was snapped in 2 and I ended up just buying one from the guy who was selling a bolt modded one! I am just waiting on it......................................... then I can defenestrate my DS3. Jokes I won't do that.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 24 December 2014, 00:42:44
(http://i.imgur.com/oX3Urcv.jpg)

just this wittle guy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 24 December 2014, 00:51:18
just this wittle guy

Dang! 2 M15's there?  I've never really preferred any ergonomic keyboard, but I guess they call that board the pinnacle of a keyboard collector's collection.  Merry Christmas!  Nice!

Edit: Oh my bad!  That's a numeric keypad!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 24 December 2014, 11:41:11
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oX3Urcv.jpg)


just this wittle guy
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Wed, 24 December 2014, 22:08:51
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oX3Urcv.jpg)


just this wittle guy

So jelly I want one so bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaklyte on Thu, 25 December 2014, 09:00:20
Right now I'm using a Realforce 88UB (it's just a black on black ISO FR version of the Realforce 87).

http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se1700 (http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rftenkeyless&pid=rf_se1700)



Just before I was using a slightly modded KBT Pure Pro (not to be confused with a KBT Pure) with greased browns, that I'm going to use again later because I have managed to make it more silent than the Realforce. Its silence and backlighting are needed because my girlfriend and our 2 years old son will be sleeping nearby.

(Attachment Link)

Love the look, really clean. I'm french but still use a qwerty keyboard, but it's nice to see something different. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bumbsan on Fri, 26 December 2014, 05:16:18
(http://i.imgur.com/wDruXbM.jpg)

At the moment I'm using a Poker II with blue switches, really liking it so far. Waiting for a new cable and blank white keycaps tho :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaklyte on Sun, 28 December 2014, 10:11:40
I was kinda annoyed at first that I was not able to get the blue LED to match with the rest of my stuff. But the more I think about it and the more I wait the more excited and can't wait to see my Shine with white LED.   :)
Yeah, I was in the same boat - my mouse has blue lights, my mousepad has a green graphic, and now my keyboard has magenta LEDs :P it bugged me at first but I've gotten used to it.

White LEDs are nice in that they have the most flexibility in terms of LED covers - if you put them on white lights, they will look the best (as opposed to, say, putting a yellow cover over a green led, etc).


Yeah that was my though process :P

Oh and here is a pic of the keyboard I use at work.

(http://www.solidtekusa.com/image/700BU.jpg)

It's a really weird layout but gives more space for my mouse.

I removed some keycaps and it looks similar to this but in green. After doing some research it's just a membrane keyboard.

(http://www.chinadist.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/thumbnail/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/e/g/eg0657-2-mechanical-switch-keyboard.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Xonar on Sun, 28 December 2014, 13:05:22
Typing on my new Ducky Shine 3 w/ Browns currently. Just bought it from mljs54 and I love it so far!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sun, 28 December 2014, 13:13:02
ErgoDox w/ MX Clear while I now anxiously wait for my HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dodzylla on Sat, 03 January 2015, 06:53:30
I looking for a keyboard atm , :D i started to search for one good keyboard for me , around 2 years ago.  I  can't decide :DDDd too many options

i want cherry mx brown, iso layout, and a very minimal design, like poker 2 , but in blank option, but thats very expensive, to buy a keyboard and keyset too...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meztek on Sat, 03 January 2015, 12:20:02
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f328/izzypizzy/_MG_8999.jpg)
Everex "Enhanced Keyboard" on my desktop.
(http://www7.ocn.ne.jp/~hisao/image/rt8255_011.jpg)
NMB RT8255CW+ with my laptop.

I'm thinking of switching them out for each other because my NMB keyboard has a split spacebar (not shown in the picture, that's a pic from the interwebs) which I like for long typing sessions. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Sat, 03 January 2015, 13:49:58
Today is my second day using an HHKB to see if I like topre more than ergo clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sat, 03 January 2015, 17:35:55
Today is my second day using an HHKB to see if I like topre more than ergo clears.
Hey! I am in the same boat as you! I just switched from my ErgoDox w/ ergo clears to my HHKB that I got today! So far I like the HHKB better for typing, but I still have to get to some of the layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keybatant on Sun, 04 January 2015, 15:20:07
At last... :cool:

(http://i.imgur.com/DZFDE5F.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Sun, 04 January 2015, 15:45:28
At last... :cool:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DZFDE5F.jpg)

Currently using the exact same keyboard with the exact same ESC and Control key.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keybatant on Sun, 04 January 2015, 15:53:28
Currently using the exact same keyboard with the exact same ESC and Control key.  :thumb:

 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sun, 04 January 2015, 16:58:42
Most often, I use my HHKB Pro 2. However, this afternoon I unboxed my Poker II and put my new dye-sub PBT keycaps on it. I used two sets: Dark gray mods from an Originative Cyrillic set and blue with black legends and red Hangul characters from a Massdrop IMSTO group buy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GL1TCH3D on Sun, 04 January 2015, 17:36:26
Right now I'm using the GoN mobik with 55g clears and the granite keycap set
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Mon, 05 January 2015, 19:14:27
[attach=1]
[attach=2]

After a year and a half of buying and selling keyboard after keyboard after keyboard I'm happy to say my journey has come to an end!

This is the keyboard I will be using for the next 10 years; I have reached my endgame (and for gaming purposes, I have a Uniform 55g Realforce 87u with Type-S stems in the mail)!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 05 January 2015, 19:25:49
I have reached my endgame

Heh.  Let's all remember this post when you change your mind.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Mon, 05 January 2015, 19:28:21
I have reached my endgame

Heh.  Let's all remember this post when you change your mind.  ;)

Don't jinx it! GON HHKB and Duck Viper couldn't rip me away from my PFU HHKB so not many other keyboards will!

Ok I lie... I already have a couple keyboards in mind :-[ but I know as a fact that in the end, no matter how fancy an MX board I can build or get my grubby paws on, I will always come back to Topre  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 05 January 2015, 19:29:26
I have reached my endgame
lol. u wish
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 05 January 2015, 19:31:40
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

After a year and a half of buying and selling keyboard after keyboard after keyboard I'm happy to say my journey has come to an end!

This is the keyboard I will be using for the next 10 years; I have reached my endgame (and for gaming purposes, I have a Uniform 55g Realforce 87u with Type-S stems in the mail)!



Congratulations, and welcome to the club :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sygaldry on Mon, 05 January 2015, 20:28:24
Today is my second day using an HHKB to see if I like topre more than ergo clears.

(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

After a year and a half of buying and selling keyboard after keyboard after keyboard I'm happy to say my journey has come to an end!

This is the keyboard I will be using for the next 10 years; I have reached my endgame (and for gaming purposes, I have a Uniform 55g Realforce 87u with Type-S stems in the mail)!



Congratulations, and welcome to the club :D

Now I just need an HHKB custom title like you guys lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 05 January 2015, 22:50:21
Now I just need an HHKB custom title like you guys lol

I don't know if applications, are still open, but ... https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51282.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 06 January 2015, 04:25:44
godly hhkb, only true keyboard.

I have reached my endgame

Heh.  Let's all remember this post when you change your mind.  ;)

I have reached my endgame
lol. u wish

he's right. no other keyboard is worth owning.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keybatant on Tue, 06 January 2015, 06:20:07
godly hhkb, only true keyboard.

Is all about the smile I have when type on it :D
87u 55gr give me pleasure for the fingers, but this small one going a little dipper...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 06 January 2015, 10:05:45
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7480/16188700731_b5d3608c58_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR) by liddictm (https://www.flickr.com/people/96014653@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 06 January 2015, 10:12:24
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7480/16188700731_b5d3608c58_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR) by liddictm (https://www.flickr.com/people/96014653@N05/), on Flickr


What is the grey metal thing with glowing blue light? Bluetooth station for the mouse?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 06 January 2015, 10:17:18
This:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 06 January 2015, 10:25:13
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7480/16188700731_b5d3608c58_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR) by liddictm (https://www.flickr.com/people/96014653@N05/), on Flickr


What is the grey metal thing with glowing blue light? Bluetooth station for the mouse?

It's a Griffin PowerMate:
http://store.griffintechnology.com/powermate
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 06 January 2015, 10:37:06
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7480/16188700731_b5d3608c58_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/qExjHR) by liddictm (https://www.flickr.com/people/96014653@N05/), on Flickr


What is the grey metal thing with glowing blue light? Bluetooth station for the mouse?

It's a Griffin PowerMate:
http://store.griffintechnology.com/powermate

That's pretty cool actually.  A modern Tempest controller!  Awesome!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Neowess on Tue, 06 January 2015, 11:01:02
I have a used CM Storm QFR with red Cherry switches and stock key caps and case. It's the first Gen with CM logos all over the place lol.
I will post a picture later when back home, although I'm sure everyone here knows what they look like :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGH on Tue, 06 January 2015, 11:10:13
Touch screen keyboard :( so many errors
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dotnetmonkey on Tue, 06 January 2015, 12:51:48
Home: Das Keyboard 3, but in few days will get HHKB Pro 2 Type s
Work: Some ****ty logitech rubber dome KB ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 06 January 2015, 13:13:11
Home: Das Keyboard 3, but in few days will get HHKB Pro 2 Type s
Work: Some ****ty logitech rubber dome KB ...

Bring the DK3 to work!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 06 January 2015, 14:35:38
Now I just need an HHKB custom title like you guys lol

I don't know if applications, are still open, but ... https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51282.0

Mods can assign those titles even if applications aren't open.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 06 January 2015, 14:39:47
Work: Custom 1800 with MX Clears
Home: Kingsaver
Phone: SwiftKey
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 06 January 2015, 15:41:24
Work: Custom 1800 with MX Clears
Home: Kingsaver
Phone: SwiftKey

While My Little Kishsaver sits lonely in a corner weeping.  At least he has KMAC and SSK to keep him company.  Which means he's not lonely.   :confused:

 :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 06 January 2015, 16:22:53
Now I just need an HHKB custom title like you guys lol

I don't know if applications, are still open, but ... https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51282.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51282.0)

Mods can assign those titles even if applications aren't open.  ;)


Would using a Novatouch allow the assignation of such a title?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Tue, 06 January 2015, 23:51:19
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)

My new daily driver  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:03:42
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:
How are you enjoying yours? I am in love with mine, and I can't stand any mx except ergoclears anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:13:12
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:
How are you enjoying yours? I am in love with mine, and I can't stand any mx except ergoclears anymore.

Absolutely loving it. It's perfect for my liking.
This feedback on my fingertips... I will sleep with it tonight.

Don't think I can look towards any other keyboard for a while, if ever . . .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:13:46

Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:
How are you enjoying yours? I am in love with mine, and I can't stand any mx except ergoclears anymore.

Absolutely loving it. It's perfect for my liking.
This feedback on my fingertips... I will sleep with it tonight.

Don't think I can look towards any other keyboard for a while, if ever . . .
It's like a cloud of boobs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:15:31

Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:
How are you enjoying yours? I am in love with mine, and I can't stand any mx except ergoclears anymore.

Absolutely loving it. It's perfect for my liking.
This feedback on my fingertips... I will sleep with it tonight.

Don't think I can look towards any other keyboard for a while, if ever . . .
It's like a cloud of boobs
Boobs pale in comparison to the cub rubber.

This layout is so intuitive. I think I'm already used to it first day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:16:32


Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:
How are you enjoying yours? I am in love with mine, and I can't stand any mx except ergoclears anymore.

Absolutely loving it. It's perfect for my liking.
This feedback on my fingertips... I will sleep with it tonight.

Don't think I can look towards any other keyboard for a while, if ever . . .
It's like a cloud of boobs
Boobs pale in comparison to the cub rubber.

This layout is so intuitive, I think I'm already used to it first day.
The arrow keys are the only thing I am not fluent with yet and I have had mine for 3 days. I tried my Ergodox today and it is nearly impossible to type in without warning up for a couple of minutes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:23:47
Super quick and blurry pic of my work station for the week.  I have to bring the Novatouch Tester with me each day, but luckily I got a keyboard sleeve for Christmas (seen in pic behind the phone)  :thumb:

After this week once I send off the Novatouch to the next tester, I will be bringing my Pure with whites to work instead. 

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:26:07

The arrow keys are the only thing I am not fluent with yet and I have had mine for 3 days. I tried my Ergodox today and it is nearly impossible to type in without warning up for a couple of minutes.

Ahh, yeah. I had an unfair advantage though. I got some practice through my KUL :)

LOL my sister thought I'm crazy but she said it's nice in the end.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:27:30


The arrow keys are the only thing I am not fluent with yet and I have had mine for 3 days. I tried my Ergodox today and it is nearly impossible to type in without warning up for a couple of minutes.

Ahh, yeah. I had an unfair advantage though. I got some practice through my KUL :)

LOL my sister thought I'm crazy but she said it's nice in the end.

What switches on the KUL? When I type in my poker with regular clears it is waaaay too stiff for me now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:30:57


The arrow keys are the only thing I am not fluent with yet and I have had mine for 3 days. I tried my Ergodox today and it is nearly impossible to type in without warning up for a couple of minutes.

Ahh, yeah. I had an unfair advantage though. I got some practice through my KUL :)

LOL my sister thought I'm crazy but she said it's nice in the end.

What switches on the KUL? When I type in my poker with regular clears it is waaaay too stiff for me now.

MX reds at 45g, so it's the same weight. It's like reds with soft tactile feedback.

I am such a soft typist that these topres were actually tiring at the very start lol. I guess I couldn't do 55g.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 07 January 2015, 00:32:39



The arrow keys are the only thing I am not fluent with yet and I have had mine for 3 days. I tried my Ergodox today and it is nearly impossible to type in without warning up for a couple of minutes.

Ahh, yeah. I had an unfair advantage though. I got some practice through my KUL :)

LOL my sister thought I'm crazy but she said it's nice in the end.

What switches on the KUL? When I type in my poker with regular clears it is waaaay too stiff for me now.

MX reds at 45g, so it's the same weight. It's like reds with soft tactile feedback.

I am such a soft typist that these topres were actually tiring for a while lol. I guess I couldn't do 55g.
I would like to try reds, I have one black switch and one gray switch, and I would also like to try a black keyboard, but preferably vintage so it is all smooth, because clears at first are super scratchy and need to be typed on to break them in and smooth them down.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: audioave10 on Wed, 07 January 2015, 01:01:12
Here, a CoolerMaster QuickFire Rapid (old one with/blues).
My other PC uses a Cherry G80-3000 w/blues.
...and a Model M is in the closet.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: infiniti on Wed, 07 January 2015, 01:34:37
A 1989 Model M that I just finished bolt modding. :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 07 January 2015, 02:13:37
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:

I must admit that it's been a very long time since I saw a naked HHKB, at least it feels that way... I forgot how beautiful it is~ LOL!

Congrats on the get. I know the feel :P ONE OF US!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 07 January 2015, 03:59:57
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:

I must admit that it's been a very long time since I saw a naked HHKB, at least it feels that way... I forgot how beautiful it is~ LOL!

Congrats on the get. I know the feel :P ONE OF US!

Every now and again I take mine back to nakedness (with legends) just to remember what it was like.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 07 January 2015, 07:07:46
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:

I must admit that it's been a very long time since I saw a naked HHKB, at least it feels that way... I forgot how beautiful it is~ LOL!

Congrats on the get. I know the feel :P ONE OF US!
Thanks Vesper :) I must've looked through every video on youtube and came across your HHKB video which helped me so thank you hehe ^^
Naked HHKB - don't look too closely!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HMNQwfv.jpg)


My new daily driver  :rolleyes:

I must admit that it's been a very long time since I saw a naked HHKB, at least it feels that way... I forgot how beautiful it is~ LOL!

Congrats on the get. I know the feel :P ONE OF US!

Every now and again I take mine back to nakedness (with legends) just to remember what it was like.
:') I will remember this simple beginning...!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 07 January 2015, 07:35:53
Now I just need an HHKB custom title like you guys lol

I don't know if applications, are still open, but ... https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51282.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51282.0)

Mods can assign those titles even if applications aren't open.  ;)


Would using a Novatouch allow the assignation of such a title?

Not the HHKB title, since it's not HHKB.  :P  But a different title, sure.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 07 January 2015, 07:38:27
Work: Custom 1800 with MX Clears
Home: Kingsaver
Phone: SwiftKey

While My Little Kishsaver sits lonely in a corner weeping.  At least he has KMAC and SSK to keep him company.  Which means he's not lonely.   :confused:

 :(

I ONLY HAVE TWO HANDS HOFF :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nova779 on Wed, 07 January 2015, 07:51:06
Until I finish this custom phantom I will use my Poker II at home and my Blackwidow chroma at work, when I finish the phantom I'll probably switch the Blackwidow with my Poker
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Wed, 07 January 2015, 11:04:07
Using my novatouch almost exclusively this week to try and get a better feel for Topre. Initial impressions are that it's an enjoyable typing experience, but not overwhelmingly better enough to pull me away from buckling springs or MX switches entirely.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Wed, 07 January 2015, 11:22:15
I like the Novatouch better than any Cherry mx board, but it is rather remote from the best Topre experience, which can be found -- in different respects -- in the HHKB Pro 2 and RF 87u 55g. At the moment, I am typing on my new favorite, a KBP V60 Matias Click mini keyboard -- delightful tactile and aural feedback.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 10 January 2015, 09:36:40
[attachimg=1]


Giving topre another try.  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:35:31
still using ...

kbparadise v60mts clicky alps - home
kbparadise v60mts quiet alps - work

even though clicky are fine for FPS, I'm looking forward to trying the Matias Quiet Linear Alps out.

inbound from korea (and taking fo-ev-ah): i-rocks k20 tenkeyless (plunger over membrane) gamer board [just for lols.]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:37:40
still using ...

kbparadise v60mts clicky alps - home
kbparadise v60mts quiet alps - work

even though clicky are fine for FPS, I'm looking forward to trying the Matias Quiet Linear Alps out.

inbound from korea (and taking fo-ev-ah): i-rocks k20 tenkeyless (plunger over membrane) gamer board [just for lols.]

How would you say the quiet alps compare to topre 45g?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:38:30
(Attachment Link)


Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:39:30
(Attachment Link)


Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:46:28
still using ...

kbparadise v60mts clicky alps - home
kbparadise v60mts quiet alps - work

even though clicky are fine for FPS, I'm looking forward to trying the Matias Quiet Linear Alps out.

inbound from korea (and taking fo-ev-ah): i-rocks k20 tenkeyless (plunger over membrane) gamer board [just for lols.]

How would you say the quiet alps compare to topre 45g?

quiet alps > topre 45g (leopold fc660c) > topre 45g (silenced 87u) > topre 45g (hhkb) > topre 45g (typeheaven) > topre (non-silenced 87u)

Have no idea where Novatouch fits in.

Topre 45g is not bad on it's own - it WORKS - and does so with a minimal amount of personality.

If you want personality and sexuality - and all that goes with it - get the quiet alps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:48:17
still using ...

kbparadise v60mts clicky alps - home
kbparadise v60mts quiet alps - work

even though clicky are fine for FPS, I'm looking forward to trying the Matias Quiet Linear Alps out.

inbound from korea (and taking fo-ev-ah): i-rocks k20 tenkeyless (plunger over membrane) gamer board [just for lols.]

How would you say the quiet alps compare to topre 45g?

quiet alps > topre 45g (leopold fc660c) > topre 45g (silenced 87u) > topre 45g (hhkb) > topre 45g (typeheaven) > topre (non-silenced 87u)

Have no idea where Novatouch fits in.

Topre 45g is not bad on it's own - it WORKS - and does so with a minimal amount of personality.

If you want personality and sexuality - and all that goes with it - get the quiet alps.
Wow, I'm surprised to hear you like the type heaven more than the EK Edition Realforce, Type-Heaven is the only topre I haven't tried.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 10 January 2015, 10:59:36
Wow, I'm surprised to hear you like the type heaven more than the EK Edition Realforce, Type-Heaven is the only topre I haven't tried.

The Topre TypeHeaven is the NovaTouch's worst nightmare.  As a consumer it is the product that made me question Coolermaster sanity given that at MSRP it's $50 cheaper AND includes a number pad.  Also for my liking it is lower profile and has a hardwired cable (will always trump detachable in my book.)

Now that the Novatouch is coming down in pricing - it's starting to look a bit more sane.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:26:21
Wow, I'm surprised to hear you like the type heaven more than the EK Edition Realforce, Type-Heaven is the only topre I haven't tried.

The Topre TypeHeaven is the NovaTouch's worst nightmare.  As a consumer it is the product that made me question Coolermaster sanity given that at MSRP it's $50 cheaper AND includes a number pad.  Also for my liking it is lower profile and has a hardwired cable (will always trump detachable in my book.)

Now that the Novatouch is coming down in pricing - it's starting to look a bit more sane.
Yeah, I guess the only caveat would be the keycaps with the type heaven, whereas with a Realforce, you get a premium experience right out of the box.  Your testimonial has definitely made me want to try a type heaven now at some point.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:32:30
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Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.

You're gonna make me wanna try the Type-S... :mad:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:34:02
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Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.

You're gonna make me wanna try the Type-S... :mad:
Don't worry, in true geekhack spirit, you'll soon succumb to the temptation and get one.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:36:35
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Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.

You're gonna make me wanna try the Type-S... :mad:
Don't worry, in true geekhack spirit, you'll soon succumb to the temptation and get one.  ;D
You guys are bad people.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:44:20
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Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.
Anyway, here's my pair ;)
(http://i.imgur.com/4jJVowp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:46:04
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Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.
Anyway, here's my pair ;)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4jJVowp.jpg)


Nice pair! And honestly had I been able to acquire a 23U/B before I probably would have stuck with the regular HHKB, although mine was modded at the time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:49:13
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Giving topre another try.  :-*
Looking so great Ray, I'm glad you have found your way back to Topre.  How do you like the type-s compared to the normal version?

So much better, it's so quiet and smooth but still tactile.
Anyway, here's my pair ;)
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4jJVowp.jpg)


Nice pair! And honestly had I been able to acquire a 23U/B before I probably would have stuck with the regular HHKB, although mine was modded at the time.

Thanks, you too! Ah okay.
Yeah, I'm getting the impression it's not a matter of better or worse, because the keycap noise is actually quite enjoyable
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rainb1ood on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:50:42
Home: Filco MJ2 modded to ergo clear by Brocaps back when he was offering services
Work: Filco MJ2 MX brown and Poker I MX brown
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bowji on Sat, 10 January 2015, 11:54:01
Six Sixty C. The other boards seem to be collecting dust since the 660c is my daily driver. I only swap it if Im bored of the board.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 10 January 2015, 17:09:35
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

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This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 10 January 2015, 17:11:03
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

(Attachment Link)

This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
Absolutely beautiful  Hypersphere, this will likely be my next pickup.  Is it hard to find aftermarket ALPS caps?  I've heard the stock ones on KBP V60 are less than desirable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 10 January 2015, 17:37:30
@Flyersfan1: Thanks. I actually have both the Click and Quiet Click versions of the V60 Matias switch keyboards. I like both of them and find it difficult to choose a favorite.

Yes, unfortunately, the stock caps on the  V60 Matias-switch keyboards are not the best, and it is a bit of a challenge to find replacement keycaps. However, Matias is starting to sell keycaps; this is where I got the blank black mods, and all of them worked, including all the ones with stabilizers -- even the spacebar. They should have them up on their site soon; in the meantime, you can order by sending an email to barb@matias.ca.

You can also harvest Alps-mount keycaps from vintage keyboards. Some are available with double-shot ABS and a few have dye-sub PBT. I got the dye-sub PBT alpha keys from an IBM 5140 convertible computer keyboard. Acer 6211 and 6312 keyboards also have dye-sub PBT caps, although they are not as nice as the IBM ones.

I am hoping that Matias or other companies will produce PBT keycaps, even if they aren't dye-sub. For example, for Cherry mx keyboards, Leopold makes some very nice PBT sets that are blank or with lasered legends either on the front or top.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 10 January 2015, 17:44:37
At work I left all the original keycaps on the V60MTS because if IT needed to come by and use it they could at least figure out how to navigate/etc.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGH on Sat, 10 January 2015, 18:07:23
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

(Attachment Link)

This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
IBM made Alps keycaps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 10 January 2015, 18:24:03
@Flyersfan1: Thanks. I actually have both the Click and Quiet Click versions of the V60 Matias switch keyboards. I like both of them and find it difficult to choose a favorite.

Yes, unfortunately, the stock caps on the  V60 Matias-switch keyboards are not the best, and it is a bit of a challenge to find replacement keycaps. However, Matias is starting to sell keycaps; this is where I got the blank black mods, and all of them worked, including all the ones with stabilizers -- even the spacebar. They should have them up on their site soon; in the meantime, you can order by sending an email to barb@matias.ca.

You can also harvest Alps-mount keycaps from vintage keyboards. Some are available with double-shot ABS and a few have dye-sub PBT. I got the dye-sub PBT alpha keys from an IBM 5140 convertible computer keyboard. Acer 6211 and 6312 keyboards also have dye-sub PBT caps, although they are not as nice as the IBM ones.

I am hoping that Matias or other companies will produce PBT keycaps, even if they aren't dye-sub. For example, for Cherry mx keyboards, Leopold makes some very nice PBT sets that are blank or with lasered legends either on the front or top.

I also prefer PBT, and hope that Matias will start selling some (and not blanks).

Been trying to find some old boards on ebay with PBT caps, but I'm not sure which ones have them, and which ones don't.

When you ordered your black caps from Matias did they also have white ones available?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jotokun on Sat, 10 January 2015, 18:31:27
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

(Attachment Link)

This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
IBM made Alps keycaps?

Their P70 line of luggables used ALPS switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Sat, 10 January 2015, 18:35:50
forewarning: I am currently using spares and the following images might be disturbing
More
Worse of the two keyboards, have to use this on my main computer since my laptop does not have ps/2.
(http://i.imgur.com/H0eZdKC.jpg)

Better of the two. Both are rubber dome keyboards but this one has stabilizing bars and is really quiet and has a short travel distance so I like this one far, far more
(http://i.imgur.com/RNuFNP5.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 10 January 2015, 18:38:42
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

(Attachment Link)

This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
IBM made Alps keycaps?

Their P70 line of luggables used ALPS switches.
cool. TIL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 10 January 2015, 18:59:24
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

(Attachment Link)

This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
IBM made Alps keycaps?
Yes, on their "portable" p70/p75 and "convertible" 5140. The alpha caps on the 5140 are better than those on the p70/p75.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGH on Sat, 10 January 2015, 19:02:14
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click Mini Keyboard with IBM dye-sub PBT alphas and Matias blank black mods:

(Attachment Link)

This has become my new favorite. Great tactile feedback and quieter than my HHKB Pro 2 Type-S
IBM made Alps keycaps?
Yes, on their "portable" p70/p75 and "convertible" 5140. The alpha caps on the 5140 are better than those on the p70/p75.
Aww, its part of a "laptop" so getting the keyboard only for a good price will be troublesome :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 10 January 2015, 19:07:09
@Flyersfan1: Thanks. I actually have both the Click and Quiet Click versions of the V60 Matias switch keyboards. I like both of them and find it difficult to choose a favorite.

Yes, unfortunately, the stock caps on the  V60 Matias-switch keyboards are not the best, and it is a bit of a challenge to find replacement keycaps. However, Matias is starting to sell keycaps; this is where I got the blank black mods, and all of them worked, including all the ones with stabilizers -- even the spacebar. They should have them up on their site soon; in the meantime, you can order by sending an email to barb@matias.ca.

You can also harvest Alps-mount keycaps from vintage keyboards. Some are available with double-shot ABS and a few have dye-sub PBT. I got the dye-sub PBT alpha keys from an IBM 5140 convertible computer keyboard. Acer 6211 and 6312 keyboards also have dye-sub PBT caps, although they are not as nice as the IBM ones.

I am hoping that Matias or other companies will produce PBT keycaps, even if they aren't dye-sub. For example, for Cherry mx keyboards, Leopold makes some very nice PBT sets that are blank or with lasered legends either on the front or top.

I also prefer PBT, and hope that Matias will start selling some (and not blanks).

Been trying to find some old boards on ebay with PBT caps, but I'm not sure which ones have them, and which ones don't.

When you ordered your black caps from Matias did they also have white ones available?
Yes, Matias has both white and black keycaps.

Some vintage Alps-mount keycaps in PBT can be found on Apple Extended, Wang 725-3770, Acer 6311/6312, IBM p70/p75, and IBM 5140 keyboards. In addition, double-shot ABS Alps mount keycapos can be found on some older Zenith XT-type keyboards, Zenith "laptops", SIIG Suntouch Jr., and Focus 2001 keyboards, among others.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 10 January 2015, 19:22:01
@Flyersfan1: Thanks. I actually have both the Click and Quiet Click versions of the V60 Matias switch keyboards. I like both of them and find it difficult to choose a favorite.

Yes, unfortunately, the stock caps on the  V60 Matias-switch keyboards are not the best, and it is a bit of a challenge to find replacement keycaps. However, Matias is starting to sell keycaps; this is where I got the blank black mods, and all of them worked, including all the ones with stabilizers -- even the spacebar. They should have them up on their site soon; in the meantime, you can order by sending an email to barb@matias.ca.

You can also harvest Alps-mount keycaps from vintage keyboards. Some are available with double-shot ABS and a few have dye-sub PBT. I got the dye-sub PBT alpha keys from an IBM 5140 convertible computer keyboard. Acer 6211 and 6312 keyboards also have dye-sub PBT caps, although they are not as nice as the IBM ones.

I am hoping that Matias or other companies will produce PBT keycaps, even if they aren't dye-sub. For example, for Cherry mx keyboards, Leopold makes some very nice PBT sets that are blank or with lasered legends either on the front or top.

I also prefer PBT, and hope that Matias will start selling some (and not blanks).

Been trying to find some old boards on ebay with PBT caps, but I'm not sure which ones have them, and which ones don't.

When you ordered your black caps from Matias did they also have white ones available?
Yes, Matias has both white and black keycaps.

Some vintage Alps-mount keycaps in PBT can be found on Apple Extended, Wang 725-3770, Acer 6311/6312, IBM p70/p75, and IBM 5140 keyboards. In addition, double-shot ABS Alps mount keycapos can be found on some older Zenith XT-type keyboards, Zenith "laptops", SIIG Suntouch Jr., and Focus 2001 keyboards, among others.

Yeah I know of a few that have PBT caps. Thanks for the model numbers. 

I do have a Dell at101w, but the spacebar and capslock won't fit.  So I'd have to buy two more boards. One for the PBT caps, and one for the capslock just to fill one of my V60 MTS's.  Then there's the spacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sun, 11 January 2015, 05:44:46
still using ...

kbparadise v60mts clicky alps - home
kbparadise v60mts quiet alps - work

even though clicky are fine for FPS, I'm looking forward to trying the Matias Quiet Linear Alps out.

inbound from korea (and taking fo-ev-ah): i-rocks k20 tenkeyless (plunger over membrane) gamer board [just for lols.]

How would you say the quiet alps compare to topre 45g?

quiet alps > topre 45g (leopold fc660c) > topre 45g (silenced 87u) > topre 45g (hhkb) > topre 45g (typeheaven) > topre (non-silenced 87u)

Have no idea where Novatouch fits in.

Topre 45g is not bad on it's own - it WORKS - and does so with a minimal amount of personality.

If you want personality and sexuality - and all that goes with it - get the quiet alps.


What are your ranking criterias? Are you ranking them on their quietness or tactility?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sun, 11 January 2015, 08:51:17
@CommonCurt: Yes, initially I was using mods from a Dell AT101W. As you pointed out, everything worked except the CapsLock and Spacebar. I got a suitable CapsLock from another board and I kept the stock spacebar. However, more recently, I was able to get a complete set of mods, including the Spacebar, from Matias. I like the look of black blanks for the mods and Spacebar, and I can install contrasting alpha and number keys from other keyboards if I want double-shots or PBT. One thing I liked about the Dell mods was the convex curvature on the bottom row to match the curvature of the Spacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ImCyborg on Sun, 11 January 2015, 11:21:09
I'm using the Corsair Vengeance K70 with Cherry MX Blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nai_Calus on Mon, 12 January 2015, 00:29:26
Monoprice 9433.

I can hear the clack faintly though my headphones, which are over-the-ear and nicely loud. So much clack. Also slight pinging recently, derp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Mon, 12 January 2015, 02:11:42
Still the 104 UB-DK, every day; since I got it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 12 January 2015, 03:00:59
Using my Poker II w/ MX Blues and blue o-ring since I gave my Ducky away to a friend as a Christmas Gift.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 12 January 2015, 03:26:22
Ipad on screen.

Ipad fell on my face trying to type this. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: awts on Mon, 12 January 2015, 04:11:36
Ipad on screen.

Ipad fell on my face trying to type this. :(

Almost broke my nose when my iPad fell on my face...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Senith on Mon, 12 January 2015, 08:57:59
Using a 3 year old Sidewinder X4, waiting for a KUL ES-87 to hopefully arrive in a few weeks.
Luckily, the X4 is a good rubber dome so the wait won't be as long that way.

Mechanical hype :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 12 January 2015, 09:02:52
Still the 104 UB-DK, every day; since I got it.

I'm kind of regretting getting rid of mine, but I would have wanted to lube and silence it and swap to 55g domes.  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 12 January 2015, 09:05:29
Still the 104 UB-DK, every day; since I got it.

I'm kind of regretting getting rid of mine, but I would have wanted to lube and silence it and swap to 55g domes.  :-X
I'm pretty surprised Massdrop hasn't done another run of them, it was undoubtedly their most successful Topre group buy.  They must be somewhat hard to lock down in a quantity they would want.   :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Mon, 12 January 2015, 10:04:40
Using a 3 year old Sidewinder X4, waiting for a KUL ES-87 to hopefully arrive in a few weeks.
Luckily, the X4 is a good rubber dome so the wait won't be as long that way.

Mechanical hype :)
You're gonna love it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: howthegodschill on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:09:14
Apple wireless keyboard at the moment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:14:34
Apple wireless keyboard at the moment.

I'm sorry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:15:25
NUBS STOP BEING MEAN
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:16:12
NUBS STOP BEING MEAN

FAK YOU DMIK!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:17:32
Using my F XT and loving every keystroke.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:20:19
NUBS STOP BEING MEAN

FAK YOU DMIK!

Fer faks saycs nuvs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: howthegodschill on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:27:26
Apple wireless keyboard at the moment.

I'm sorry.
I only use my Leopold with my PC, which is done for the night. *crying emoticon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:29:02
NUBS STOP BEING MEAN

FAK YOU DMIK!

Fer faks saycs nuvs

WHOA WHOA DON'T GET ALL SCOTTISH ON ME, MANG.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:31:14
NUBS STOP BEING MEAN

FAK YOU DMIK!

Fer faks saycs nuvs

WHOA WHOA DON'T GET ALL SCOTTISH ON ME, MANG.

N mr vwls. Vwls t sft
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:36:03
NUBS STOP BEING MEAN

FAK YOU DMIK!

Fer faks saycs nuvs

WHOA WHOA DON'T GET ALL SCOTTISH ON ME, MANG.

N mr vwls. Vwls t sft

What are the last two words? :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:37:25
HE SAID VOWELS TOO SOFT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:39:18
HE SAID VOWELS TOO SOFT

That was my first guess but that makes no sense... LOL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:40:55
HE SAID VOWELS TOO SOFT

That was my first guess but that makes no sense... LOL.

VOWELS TOO SOFT FOR A HRDSS MTHRFCKR LIKE DMK
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 13 January 2015, 00:45:30
HE SAID VOWELS TOO SOFT

That was my first guess but that makes no sense... LOL.

VOWELS TOO SOFT FOR A HRDSS MTHRFCKR LIKE DMK

LK*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 13 January 2015, 01:15:52
HE SAID VOWELS TOO SOFT

That was my first guess but that makes no sense... LOL.

VOWELS TOO SOFT FOR A HRDSS MTHRFCKR LIKE DMK

LK*

G
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flaming_june on Tue, 13 January 2015, 01:47:01
Still using my crappy tt esports G Unit gaming keyboard!  But cleaned out, new pbt caps and o rings that brought new life to it that made typing more enjoyable (though my wrists are normally stiff now).

(http://i.imgur.com/wAzMUjA.jpg)

Something definitely died in there before I cleaned it, I think
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Tue, 13 January 2015, 03:00:56
Ipad on screen.

Ipad fell on my face trying to type this. :(

Haha me too, mines a mini though. That always happens.  :-X

Still the 104 UB-DK, every day; since I got it.

I'm kind of regretting getting rid of mine, but I would have wanted to lube and silence it and swap to 55g domes.  :-X

Yeah I dental banded it right away. Decided not to lube it though. Only topre I didn't lube, can hear the thock better.

Still the 104 UB-DK, every day; since I got it.

I'm kind of regretting getting rid of mine, but I would have wanted to lube and silence it and swap to 55g domes.  :-X
I'm pretty surprised Massdrop hasn't done another run of them, it was undoubtedly their most successful Topre group buy.  They must be somewhat hard to lock down in a quantity they would want.   :-[

Yah I sooo lucked out! I didn't have the funds when massdrop had them, then I got bro caps DK!
The only place I've seen them besides MD is on eBay for a ridiculously high price.. It would be worth it, but md was just so much cheaper.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 13 January 2015, 05:25:35
Still using my crappy tt esports G Unit gaming keyboard!  But cleaned out, new pbt caps and o rings that brought new life to it that made typing more enjoyable (though my wrists are normally stiff now).

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wAzMUjA.jpg)


Something definitely died in there before I cleaned it, I think

MX blacks, but :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Junkey7 on Tue, 13 January 2015, 14:23:39
My new KUL ES-87 MX Reds.  My previous Filco Majestouch 2 MX Browns' USB cable is shorting out so I need to find a way to replace that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 13 January 2015, 14:26:18
Using my F XT and loving every keystroke.

How do you like it compared to typing on a model m?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Tue, 13 January 2015, 14:39:51
Currently using the HHKB Pro 2 here at work and loving every minute of it. And at home I have a Realforce 87u 55g waiting for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 13 January 2015, 16:17:08
I am using the Poker II w/ Black that Azhdar lent me today in exchange for my Poker II w/ Blues. It comes with blank black PBT and a nice novelty cap: green warlord (I'm not sure about the name).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 13 January 2015, 16:35:11
I am using the Poker II w/ Black that Azhdar lent me today in exchange for my Poker II w/ Blues. It comes with blank black PBT and a nice novelty cap: green warlord (I'm not sure about the name).
It's a warmaster :)

So yeah typing on Ngt Mx blue poker
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Huxley2500 on Tue, 13 January 2015, 17:53:22
 SwiftKey on my phone.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr.squishy on Sun, 18 January 2015, 19:19:46
Still can't figure out how to program my teensy for my m0116 so I'm still using my horrible K400r, even though I have everything I need for my keyboard conversion :(
I just can't seem to figure it out  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sun, 18 January 2015, 20:11:55
(http://i.imgur.com/1IFL0IB.jpg)

BEST KEYBOARD EVER
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 18 January 2015, 20:13:12
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(http://i.imgur.com/1IFL0IB.jpg)


BEST KEYBOARD EVER
Wow Demik, incredible shot! Did you get a new camera???
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sun, 18 January 2015, 20:15:36
thanks!

yeah, got a sony a6000 and a 50mm prime lens! best purchase i've made in a long time.

still have a lot to learn tho
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 18 January 2015, 20:37:31
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BEST KEYBOARD EVER

that's actually super awesome

you didn't even notice i used the original bag
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 19 January 2015, 05:44:10
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BEST KEYBOARD EVER


Yeah that's a nice shot indeed. I wonder how HHKB feels like. Maybe one day I'll be able to try it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sencha on Mon, 19 January 2015, 07:07:37
That's a lovely shot. And right now only using a HHKB. Don't need/want anything else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlindWitness on Mon, 19 January 2015, 09:04:39
Currently using a KUL ES-87 with Clear switches and I've got a Filco Ninja 2 with Blacks from Japan that I'm not too sure if I want to keep right now. The white carbon fiber looking case makes me want it but the switches I wasn't too happy with.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lazerxzz on Mon, 19 January 2015, 09:11:23
Razer black widow ultimate, My noppo choc mini with reds is pretty much broken from key chattering :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mr.squishy on Mon, 19 January 2015, 10:10:58
Apple M0116  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannejanne on Mon, 19 January 2015, 11:02:36
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

I have also modified its Black Alps to White Alps by replacing the tactile leafs from a Matias Tactile Pro keyboard into the Dell. Result? Even more tactile than White Alps as they require a bit more force to activate. It's a joy to type on. Original blue keycaps on it and the rest is from an old Apple M2980 keyboard that I have harvested keycaps from.

(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Mon, 19 January 2015, 11:35:55
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

I have also modified its Black Alps to White Alps by replacing the tactile leafs from a Matias Tactile Pro keyboard into the Dell. Result? Even more tactile than White Alps as they require a bit more force to activate. It's a joy to type on. Original blue keycaps on it and the rest is from an old Apple M2980 keyboard that I have harvested keycaps from.

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(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)



Interesting design... You're sure you're not a girl? ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 19 January 2015, 12:40:47
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

I have also modified its Black Alps to White Alps by replacing the tactile leafs from a Matias Tactile Pro keyboard into the Dell. Result? Even more tactile than White Alps as they require a bit more force to activate. It's a joy to type on. Original blue keycaps on it and the rest is from an old Apple M2980 keyboard that I have harvested keycaps from.

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(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)



Interesting design... You're sure you're not a girl? ;D


No offense but the design feels girly to me. But heck who am I to say such things?! I guess we just have different tastes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lord of Narwhals on Mon, 19 January 2015, 13:40:04
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)
Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)

Interesting design... You're sure you're not a girl? ;D
No offense but the design feels girly to me. But heck who am I to say such things?! I guess we just have different tastes.

This quote from the "Post your life any pictures" thread feels relevant.
deep down, we're all white girls.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aceps00 on Mon, 19 January 2015, 14:51:53
My creaky Microsoft Natural Multimedia Keyboard at work ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 19 January 2015, 14:54:24
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)
Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)

Interesting design... You're sure you're not a girl? ;D
No offense but the design feels girly to me. But heck who am I to say such things?! I guess we just have different tastes.

This quote from the "Post your life any pictures" thread feels relevant.
deep down, we're all white girls.


Maybe it is right, maybe not :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Roibhilin on Mon, 19 January 2015, 15:16:53
(http://i61.tinypic.com/2czbl9f.png)
my bby with Pulse SA and a Sprit acrylic case, looking for a clack to get for it :v (sorry 4 the potato pic)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannejanne on Mon, 19 January 2015, 15:53:48
You can mock me all you want but I still like my girly keyboard  ;D

I have more of them though. That's why I went nuts with one of them. But I won't touch my old Alps keyboard in the Dell body named "Project" with its Damped White Alps!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 19 January 2015, 17:45:10
You can mock me all you want but I still like my girly keyboard  ;D

I have more of them though. That's why I went nuts with one of them. But I won't touch my old Alps keyboard in the Dell body named "Project" with its Damped White Alps!


You can do whatever pleases you. :)  We all have different aesthetics taste, wouldn't it be boring otherwise? ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 20 January 2015, 06:08:15
This :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 20 January 2015, 07:55:49
This :)


What is the little casing we can see on the top left picture next to the IBM keyboard?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 20 January 2015, 09:04:11
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)


Does it match your purse too? Jesus pal figure it out haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Tue, 20 January 2015, 09:56:14
I still use my Realforce 87U 55g at work and I really really like it. Perfect work keyboard for me. (would love to use a SSK or Kishsaver, but those are too loud for the environment I work in, even with flossmod).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nai_Calus on Tue, 20 January 2015, 10:25:32
A thoroughly boring Monoprice board. It makes clicky noises and types words. It does not do shiny lights or fancy macros or dance or make waffles. It just sits on the desk and stares at me. Judging me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 20 January 2015, 14:14:27
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)


Does it match your purse too? Jesus pal figure it out haha.

are you that insecure? jesus pal, figure it out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 20 January 2015, 14:16:10
Home: SSK
Work: Custom 1800
Phone: SwiftKey

My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

I have also modified its Black Alps to White Alps by replacing the tactile leafs from a Matias Tactile Pro keyboard into the Dell. Result? Even more tactile than White Alps as they require a bit more force to activate. It's a joy to type on. Original blue keycaps on it and the rest is from an old Apple M2980 keyboard that I have harvested keycaps from.

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(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)


I like this. Both the aesthetics and the modified switches :).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 20 January 2015, 14:29:18
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)


Does it match your purse too? Jesus pal figure it out haha.

are you that insecure? jesus pal, figure it out.

Seeing as this was a joke and wasn't in any way involved with you, it's extremely evident who is insecure here.

You're sick though man, good for you! I'm very proud!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 20 January 2015, 14:30:53
My pimped Dell AT102W at the moment! Pimped it like this about a week ago. By the way I'm not a girl ;)

Show Image
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2chat0i.jpg)


Does it match your purse too? Jesus pal figure it out haha.

are you that insecure? jesus pal, figure it out.

Seeing as this was a joke and wasn't in any way involved with you, it's extremely evident who is insecure here.

You're sick though man, good for you! I'm very proud!

because jokes and sarcasm travel well over the internet.

but nice try?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 20 January 2015, 14:45:17
I still use my Realforce 87U 55g at work and I really really like it. Perfect work keyboard for me. (would love to use a SSK or Kishsaver, but those are too loud for the environment I work in, even with flossmod).

At least you're getting the feels of a king at work and of another king at home :) Living like a true king, my friend.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Wed, 21 January 2015, 05:24:00
This :)


What is the little casing we can see on the top left picture next to the IBM keyboard?

Hmm... top right? That would be a microphone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 06 February 2015, 11:28:16
I'm using this awful-terrible-worst-thing-in-the-world keyboard on my Dell work laptop (at training). 

:puke:

So many typos and mistakes, and they are MY-level mushy.  I am not having a fun time right now.  :|
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 06 February 2015, 11:40:19
Using a silenced and lubed 45g realforce with a silenced and lubed 55g 23U, so quiet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: exitfire401 on Fri, 06 February 2015, 11:43:24
Decided to swap out my HHKB for my Race 2 for a day. Every time I swap to this board, I remember why I love clears. Still have nothing on 55g Topre though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Fri, 06 February 2015, 11:54:31
Using my Poker II with stock Clears and EVE. Not my favorite board to work with, but it's better than using the laptop keyboards at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 07 February 2015, 01:30:48
Model M, very buckle, much spring.  So clicky.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bomble on Sat, 07 February 2015, 01:38:07
HHKB. I'm hoping to get a 55g RF soon, and possibly dome-swapping (or not depending on whether I like the feel or not) and then leaving the half-n-half RF to put out when I have guests so that I don't scare them with the blank HHKB  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 07 February 2015, 02:14:11
Model M, very buckle, much spring.  So clicky.

Me too Rowdy, me too! 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: brimborion on Sat, 07 February 2015, 02:31:35
Rediscovering my Rosewill RK-9000. I forgot that I like Cherry Blues. I've been rotating but I think I'll use it until my KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click comes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sat, 07 February 2015, 09:02:52
I was out for a week in Portugal with the girlfriend. No keyboards for me over there! I just came back today to my Novatouch. Damn I must say I missed the Topre feeling! I'm looking forward to the day I'll silence mod it to know how it feels without the rattling stabs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Sat, 07 February 2015, 13:50:58
HHKB. I'm hoping to get a 55g RF soon, and possibly dome-swapping (or not depending on whether I like the feel or not) and then leaving the half-n-half RF to put out when I have guests so that I don't scare them with the blank HHKB  :p

I'm typing on my Realforce 55g right now, and it is really one of my favorite keyboards to use. It even feels better than my HHKB to use most of the time, but I am a huge sucker for the HHKB layout still. I haven't tried a dome swap. I'm just to afraid to hurt my precious Realforce.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Sat, 07 February 2015, 14:14:35
HHKB. I'm hoping to get a 55g RF soon, and possibly dome-swapping (or not depending on whether I like the feel or not) and then leaving the half-n-half RF to put out when I have guests so that I don't scare them with the blank HHKB  :p

I'm typing on my Realforce 55g right now, and it is really one of my favorite keyboards to use. It even feels better than my HHKB to use most of the time, but I am a huge sucker for the HHKB layout still. I haven't tried a dome swap. I'm just to afraid to hurt my precious Realforce.

This is my next keyboard. I've fallen for Topre and hear good things about the 55g RF so as soon as EK gets them in stock, i'm ordering that. For now, I'm thoroughly enjoying my modded HHKB at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 08 February 2015, 03:37:43
Just switched back to QFR with MX blacks (from a Model M).

I was getting too many sidelong glances from everyone else with all the clicking.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: quochung1989 on Sun, 08 February 2015, 22:06:46
I am using Poker X mod Clear 62 with FMJ housing. It is very great  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MPZ on Mon, 09 February 2015, 00:32:28
With the gracious help of this forum (Once again I must convey my thanks to Mr. NGT) I am now typing on a Novatouch with Leopold Thick PBT caps from widebasket on ebay. I opted for white with front-facing lettering (Stormtrooper style lol :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 09 February 2015, 01:47:08
With the gracious help of this forum (Once again I must convey my thanks to Mr. NGT) I am now typing on a Novatouch with Leopold Thick PBT caps from widebasket on ebay. I opted for white with front-facing lettering (Stormtrooper style lol :)
Don't worry sir. I was happy I could help you. Post a picture to show us how it looks! Have you tried the keyset with the o-ring? I'm curious to know if it changes something for this one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ludovician on Mon, 09 February 2015, 01:48:21
I'm using the Microsoft Digital Media Keyboard: http://images9.okr.ro/auctions.v3/700_700/2011/03/10/8/b/617155959470604180482379-2246297-700_700.jpg

... Yeah, I'm new here and don't have my Mechanical KB yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 09 February 2015, 01:50:43
I'm using the Microsoft Digital Media Keyboard: http://images9.okr.ro/auctions.v3/700_700/2011/03/10/8/b/617155959470604180482379-2246297-700_700.jpg

... Yeah, I'm new here and don't have my Mechanical KB yet.
Don't worry you will join us soon enough! Enjoy the time where you have money.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Mon, 09 February 2015, 12:24:25
Currently stuck on a Lenovo rubberdome. Not the worst membrane board to get stuck on, but I regret being in such a rush this morning and leaving my HHKB at home.  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BrewCaps on Mon, 09 February 2015, 12:50:30
SwiftKey! ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ludovician on Mon, 09 February 2015, 13:10:43
I'm using the Microsoft Digital Media Keyboard: http://images9.okr.ro/auctions.v3/700_700/2011/03/10/8/b/617155959470604180482379-2246297-700_700.jpg

... Yeah, I'm new here and don't have my Mechanical KB yet.
Don't worry you will join us soon enough! Enjoy the time where you have money.

Indeed. I've bought a Das with brown switches and hope it doesn't get destroyed in transit, and will hopefully be buying a Model M 1391401 today.

Edit: woopwoop. And yes, the image is very blurry. Manufacture date was 9 January 1991. This thing is older than I am.
(http://i.imgur.com/7SKWdU0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: brimborion on Tue, 10 February 2015, 13:31:55
Just started using my new KBP v60 Matias Quiet Click. I think I will require some time with this one. It certainly doesn't have the same (pleasant) "box of legos" feel as my Matias Mini Tactile Click keyboard, but I like the crispness.

I opted for ESC as the bare-press for the upper left. I am sort of conflicted on that. ESC comes up so often, especially with VIM use, but in Linux I type ~ a lot also, which is kind of a vulcan nerve pinch now; I put Fn in the Caps Lock position. I will have to learn to use both Fn keys to get the most out of the layout I think.

Nice little keyboard, I certainly like it as much as my HHKB Lite. We'll see if these Matias quiet loosen up a little and let their tactile bump express itself itself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Tue, 10 February 2015, 15:31:08
I'm using my Ducky Mini with whites at home at the moment, but I'm going to swap it out soon, I'm not sure I like whites all that much.

But I'm torn between changing to my V60 Mini with Greens (which I STILL haven't put in it's aluminium case yet) or my Model M. I haven't used my M for longer than like 30 minutes, so I might have to use that for a while to see how much I like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Tue, 10 February 2015, 18:38:35
Back to the HHKB as my main drivers since the other board will be soon off for repairs! Now I wait for my outbreak cap, so I can have a cap for FN.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kaisiang on Wed, 11 February 2015, 00:52:37
Work: Ducky Shine 3 Brown
Home: Filco Majestouch 2 Blue

And now, seriously researching on how to build a custom keyboard with LED, haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: missalaire on Wed, 11 February 2015, 01:14:06
Ducky Year of the Dragon (MX Blue)

(http://i.imgur.com/2la1S1v.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 11 February 2015, 18:13:48
Ducky Year of the Dragon (MX Blue)

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(http://i.imgur.com/2la1S1v.jpg)

Are those the flat caps from SP?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Wed, 11 February 2015, 18:36:25
So I put my Model M on my desk to use when I'm at home... Holy **** it's big.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jackalope on Wed, 11 February 2015, 19:26:47
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: XMIT on Wed, 11 February 2015, 19:40:01
WASD v2 with Cherry MX Clear, Vortex PBT doubleshot key caps, and a red SA Esc keycap. I have an identical one at work. That one is lightly lubricated; this one is not. I wish it were!

Camera is a Nikon D7000.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Wed, 11 February 2015, 20:28:10
tater
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3zUTnFR8qxY/VNlt_ut8h6I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cpSI1C7SiSU/w638-h359-no/2015-02-09.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nai_Calus on Wed, 11 February 2015, 23:13:02
WASD Code with Clears with white doubleshots with blue legends. It's kind of shiny.

(http://www.iankunx.net/code.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Wed, 11 February 2015, 23:15:02
tater
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3zUTnFR8qxY/VNlt_ut8h6I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cpSI1C7SiSU/w638-h359-no/2015-02-09.jpg)


Wow. That is an awesome set up. Like seriously awesome.

Those turny things (cant remember the name) in the middle are awesome.

I'm very jealous.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Wed, 11 February 2015, 23:58:25
tater
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3zUTnFR8qxY/VNlt_ut8h6I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cpSI1C7SiSU/w638-h359-no/2015-02-09.jpg)


Wow. That is an awesome set up. Like seriously awesome.

Those turny things (cant remember the name) in the middle are awesome.

I'm very jealous.
It is something similar to the Griffin Powermate
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 12 February 2015, 00:00:01
That's the name I'm missing. Thanks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Thu, 12 February 2015, 09:14:09
tater
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3zUTnFR8qxY/VNlt_ut8h6I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cpSI1C7SiSU/w638-h359-no/2015-02-09.jpg)


Wow. That is an awesome set up. Like seriously awesome.

Those turny things (cant remember the name) in the middle are awesome.

I'm very jealous.

Thank you very much! And yes, it is a Griffin PowerMate.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 12 February 2015, 09:26:50
tater
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3zUTnFR8qxY/VNlt_ut8h6I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cpSI1C7SiSU/w638-h359-no/2015-02-09.jpg)


Nice!  This is a really great setup.  :)

Is that a 1st or 2nd gen iPod I see?   :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Thu, 12 February 2015, 10:02:18
tater
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3zUTnFR8qxY/VNlt_ut8h6I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cpSI1C7SiSU/w638-h359-no/2015-02-09.jpg)


Nice!  This is a really great setup.  :)

Is that a 1st or 2nd gen iPod I see?   :cool:

Thanks Hoff! It's a second gen I got back in 2002, still works great!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 12 February 2015, 15:31:53
My M is plugged into my PC and I've discovered the -/_ key only reacts to being pressed if you really hit it. Still registers eventually though.

I forgot how awesome BS was.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 12 February 2015, 16:05:32

Damn Azhdar lent me a few months ago his poker w/ MX black on it. I used it the entire time before I received my Novatouch 3 weeks ago. Since I received it I have been writing on Topre. I tried today to go back to Black. Damn I couldn't! It seemed like Topre took away all my fingers strength. I know (so far) that Topre will be my end game for my personal usage but I'm thinking about a new/first build project as a replacement for my Poker II w/ blues. Gotta check how much it will cost to see if I can afford it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 12 February 2015, 19:20:21
aych aych kay bee
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: supersoul on Thu, 12 February 2015, 23:38:01
noppoo choc mini. tried poker ii with mx clears and i really liked the switches but couldn't get over the missing function keys. 75% layout is the perfect layout imo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flaming_june on Thu, 12 February 2015, 23:51:19
Gone back to the HHKB pro 2.  It's been a very very very long time since I've used this keyboard, at least over two years.  Welcome back my son:

(http://i.imgur.com/BVBD9L0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 12 February 2015, 23:56:46
give that poor child a bath and TLC ;_;
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: supersoul on Fri, 13 February 2015, 00:10:57
yeah that hhkb could use a cleaning omg!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 13 February 2015, 00:11:40
give that poor child a bath and TLC ;_;

(http://media.giphy.com/media/RS26SZVbcRjy0/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Fri, 13 February 2015, 10:11:07
aych aych kay bee
I thought about it but the lack of customization compared to MX didn't convince me. I'll go for some lube ergo clears or gateron lubed black on a custom board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flaming_june on Fri, 13 February 2015, 15:29:00
Meh, what's the point, it'll just get dusty again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Fri, 13 February 2015, 16:46:00
Meh, what's the point, it'll just get dusty again.


demik is already out to kill you
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 13 February 2015, 17:06:11
Meh, what's the point, it'll just get dusty again.


demik is already out to kill you

.... and take the keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 13 February 2015, 17:26:22
Poker2 62g Clears.

(http://i.imgur.com/hOgtBJe.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Toad1677 on Fri, 13 February 2015, 19:02:23
Just started using a KBP V60 with Greens and I loving it. Should of got a 60% sooner   :thumb: :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flaming_june on Sat, 14 February 2015, 16:50:06
Meh, what's the point, it'll just get dusty again.


demik is already out to kill you

.... and take the keyboard.

Take this one instead.

(http://i.imgur.com/wAzMUjA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 14 February 2015, 19:34:42
So I put my Model M on my desk to use when I'm at home... Holy **** it's big.

One of the reasons I'm looking for an SSK!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SLOWION on Sat, 14 February 2015, 19:50:12
CM Storm QuickFire TK

(http://i.imgur.com/mp16iwf.jpg) (http://imgur.com/mp16iwf)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 14 February 2015, 22:03:02
Meh, what's the point, it'll just get dusty again.


demik is already out to kill you

.... and take the keyboard.

Take this one instead.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wAzMUjA.jpg)


sweet jesus.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Commoner on Sun, 15 February 2015, 05:06:27
Filco Majestouch 2 Cherry MX Blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Taeyoung Koh on Sun, 15 February 2015, 07:06:30
1. Happy Hacking Professional 2 Type-s
2. Minila Air Bluetooth edition
3. Viper
4. Octagon
5. LK-1800fe
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nover on Sun, 15 February 2015, 07:26:15
1. Happy Hacking Professional 2 Type-s
2. Minila Air Bluetooth edition
3. Viper
4. Octagon
5. LK-1800fe

Your 1800 is so gorgeous, I wouldn't have use for any other board for quite a while. :)
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Taeyoung Koh on Sun, 15 February 2015, 08:38:00
Thank you so much, Nover.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Wed, 18 February 2015, 10:44:24
Meh, what's the point, it'll just get dusty again.


demik is already out to kill you

.... and take the keyboard.

Take this one instead.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wAzMUjA.jpg)


sweet jesus.


The horror.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thesupergeek on Fri, 20 February 2015, 19:19:07
Just though I would post a pic of my GON HHKB. Sorry for the low quality. dumb camera phone.

[attachimg=1]

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Fri, 20 February 2015, 19:20:53
Just though I would post a pic of my GON HHKB. Sorry for the low quality. dumb camera phone.

(Attachment Link)

Ooooooh, that's preeeeetty...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thesupergeek on Fri, 20 February 2015, 19:32:36
Just though I would post a pic of my GON HHKB. Sorry for the low quality. dumb camera phone.

(Attachment Link)

Ooooooh, that's preeeeetty...

Thanks! I like it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Fri, 20 February 2015, 19:35:08
Just though I would post a pic of my GON HHKB. Sorry for the low quality. dumb camera phone.

(Attachment Link)
Thats good looking, I like that silver color.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sat, 21 February 2015, 01:14:25
Hey I can actually post here with something new! I'm typing on a KBT Race II :D

(http://i.imgur.com/kQexH7o.jpg)

Stock reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Merranza on Sun, 22 February 2015, 09:08:51
Hey I can actually post here with something new! I'm typing on a KBT Race II :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kQexH7o.jpg)


Stock reds.

That's it, I'm in love.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glissant on Sun, 22 February 2015, 19:56:48
Mostly using (http://phosphorglow.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014-11-14-15.23.49.jpg) these days. skcheng hooked a brother up. But if I feel like not waking my whole building up I use my mx-mini u with modified black switches. Very smooth and fast experience.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 22 February 2015, 20:01:14
Hey I can actually post here with something new! I'm typing on a KBT Race II :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kQexH7o.jpg)


Stock reds.
Ugh, that layout makes me sad.  Wish it were more standard, because I really like 75%.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ludovician on Mon, 23 February 2015, 05:38:39
Currently typing on a Das 2 with browns... it's quite unsatisfying after using a HHKB for four days or so. Should be getting a Realforce in 2-3 days, though, so something so look forward to.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 23 February 2015, 06:05:25
Rediscovered my Orbweaver over the weekend since I started playing Borderlands The Pre Sequel a ton. Paired it with the Epsilon.

When I'm not playing Borderlands, I've been on my KMAC :).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RedCircle on Mon, 23 February 2015, 15:56:47
Home - KBParadise V60 Mini with MX Greens and Red/Blue backlight. It's awesome and I love the green switches.

School - I found and cleaned up an old Dell Quietkey to use at my computers class station. Best domes I've ever used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: brimborion on Mon, 23 February 2015, 16:03:35
Home - KBParadise V60 Mini with MX Greens and Red/Blue backlight. It's awesome and I love the green switches.

School - I found and cleaned up an old Dell Quietkey to use at my computers class station. Best domes I've ever used.

I've been using my v60 MTS quiet. I got out my Type Heaven today to rotate out the v60 and couldn't deal with a full sized keyboard today so put it back. Plus Topre always feels horrible to me for about an hour after switching.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 24 February 2015, 03:13:15
I'm using my Novatouch that I just silenced modded. I did it wrong and I'll have to do it over again but damn it is so quiet. Thanks Spicebar for that mod.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiceBar on Tue, 24 February 2015, 07:19:42
I'm using my Novatouch that I just silenced modded. I did it wrong and I'll have to do it over again but damn it is so quiet. Thanks Spicebar for that mod.

Once silent-modded, it's the best feeling and sounding Topre board, IMHO. Very satisfying to type on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: slip84 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 07:26:42
White HHKB with printed caps and dental-band mod. Ooh la la.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 24 February 2015, 08:27:00
I'm using my Novatouch that I just silenced modded. I did it wrong and I'll have to do it over again but damn it is so quiet. Thanks Spicebar for that mod.

Once silent-modded, it's the best feeling and sounding Topre board, IMHO. Very satisfying to type on.


I haven't tried other Topre board but I don't feel like I need to. With my soon to come full contoured SA keycaps set, it will be even better! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Tue, 24 February 2015, 08:50:04
My printed HHKB Type-S at work. It feels and sounds glorious.

Later today, I'll be setting up my KUL ES-87 with clears at home. I'm going to give clears another try because in the brief time I was using MX greens, I quite liked them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Tue, 24 February 2015, 09:02:13
My KC108 with greys :D

It feels really nice, but I am having issues with some stabilised keys sticking. **** Costar man...

Greys are very fun. 80g are as heavy as you think they would be, but they are still nice to type on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 09:11:08
HHKB everywhere now. I remember being dissapointed at it's weightlessness at first, but this has enabled me to carry it anywhere.

After a month's-worth of usage, I've finally acclimated to the layout and know where everything I need is.

Might have to invest in a Type-S soon though because it can get a bit loud and both silencing methods I've tried failed.  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Tue, 24 February 2015, 10:27:55
EAT-1010 W/Futaba inverse mount clicky switches and reverse spacebar mod at work.  IBM  4704 107 key (ansi mod) at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: johndavis730 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 10:56:48
Leopold FC 660M with Cherry MX Reds.

My co workers have been complaining about my blues on my QFR :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 24 February 2015, 11:28:05
HHKB everywhere now. I remember being dissapointed at it's weightlessness at first, but this has enabled me to carry it anywhere.

After a month's-worth of usage, I've finally acclimated to the layout and know where everything I need is.

Might have to invest in a Type-S soon though because it can get a bit loud and both silencing methods I've tried failed.  :(

I was about to order the Pro 2 today; but after listening to the sound of the Type S, now I'm think of going for broke and getting the S. The only issue with it is the whistling sound of the center-most keys. I have to question if it's 'that' noticeable when typing or only when actually trying to hear it. To 'S' or not-to-'S'? The biting question of the day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: choiboi on Tue, 24 February 2015, 12:14:05
Got my new Type-S and I'm typing on that. God bless Demik and his topre fanaticism
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 12:41:01
Went back to my Filco with reds, quickly remembered why I love this keyboard so much.  I'm a big fan of KUL's, but there's something about typing on a Filco that feels so right..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: slip84 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 12:48:04
Leopold FC 660M with Cherry MX Reds.

My co workers have been complaining about my blues on my QFR :)

Blessed be the Phil. (http://www.reddit.com/r/templeofthephil/)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 12:54:43
Leopold FC 660M with Cherry MX Reds.

My co workers have been complaining about my blues on my QFR :)

Blessed be the Phil. (http://www.reddit.com/r/templeofthephil/)
You know, that's who I thought that was in his avatar, but I didn't want to derail any of the threads he was posting in and ask him...here's another for good measure. I love the mouse cursor on that subreddit.
(http://thenosebleeds.nextimpulsemedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/ku-xlarge-41.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aref on Tue, 24 February 2015, 13:18:15
Went back to my Filco with reds, quickly remembered why I love this keyboard so much.  I'm a big fan of KUL's, but there's something about typing on a Filco that feels so right..

I sold Filcos long ago, not sure of the reason(s); but I didn't know there is such a difference in feel between KUL and Filco. The one Cherry keyboard I have is a Corsair K65/MX Red. It feels okay; but I'm still addicted to Topre's 55-gram switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 13:32:41
Still on my 1398601....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:03:44
My b87 :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:08:18

Still on my 1398601....

Woah,  do you have any more pics?  That looks really slick
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VivaGardner on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:43:46
Cooler Master Rapid-I

I am in on the current massdrop for some White PBT caps.

(http://imageshack.com/a/img537/9859/DCOJpF.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:45:50
My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:48:28
My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PunksDead on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:54:28
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 24 February 2015, 16:56:16
My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
found it
1/10  missing caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bomble on Tue, 24 February 2015, 17:40:19
Back to my old faithful Filco with MX Browns. My brother spilled a whole load of water over my HHKB and some got inside the case. Luckily it survived, but something is going on and my computer no longer recognises it and won't accept input from the HHKB, but it will from the Filco via PS2.

HHKB is 100% okay thankfully, it works just fine on my laptop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 17:49:39
My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
found it
1/10  missing caps.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16638911175_b701fd0960_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmjLAT)

fixed (kinda)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PunksDead on Tue, 24 February 2015, 17:51:14
My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
found it
1/10  missing caps.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16638911175_b701fd0960_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmjLAT)

fixed (kinda)

Yowza yowza yowza!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Merranza on Tue, 24 February 2015, 17:56:50
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Love the color scheme.

What switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Tue, 24 February 2015, 20:04:03
Leopold FC 660M with Cherry MX Reds.

My co workers have been complaining about my blues on my QFR :)

Best avatar ever.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 24 February 2015, 20:33:21
The bolt-modded M. I had floss-modded it a couple weeks back and I think it just completely ruined the board. Took out that ****, put a new blackout Bro on it and it feels fantastic.

Side note: if anyone's planning to bolt-mod their Model M soon, buy a new blanket from Unicomp. Blows my mind.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PunksDead on Tue, 24 February 2015, 20:37:39
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Love the color scheme.

What switches?

Thanks! Novatouch 45g topre, that SA lifestyle, talk about it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Tue, 24 February 2015, 20:38:29

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Love the color scheme.

What switches?

Thanks! Novatouch 45g topre, that SA lifestyle, talk about it!

Beautiful board,  all I can say
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doppelganger on Tue, 24 February 2015, 20:38:58
Ducky 9008G2 Pro with grey PBT dye-subs and Cherry Browns :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 24 February 2015, 23:21:17

Still on my 1398601....

Woah,  do you have any more pics?  That looks really slick

I don't have much, but Maxx at Phosphorglow.net will probably show some pictures of it in the future.
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Wed, 25 February 2015, 03:19:54
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Love the color scheme.

What switches?

Thanks! Novatouch 45g topre, that SA lifestyle, talk about it!


Waiting on my Hack'd by Geeks set so I can join the club! Damn I'm looking forward to try the SA on Topre so much!


My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
found it
1/10  missing caps.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16638911175_b701fd0960_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmjLAT)

fixed (kinda)
 


What case is it? I love low profile case like that for TKL board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Wed, 25 February 2015, 03:23:54

My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
found it
1/10  missing caps.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16638911175_b701fd0960_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmjLAT)

fixed (kinda)
 


What case is it? I love low profile case like that for TKL board.
b87 (custom korean)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Wed, 25 February 2015, 03:25:53

My b87 :D
did you posted pictures of this one yet?
Yeah, check the Korean media thread
found it
1/10  missing caps.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16638911175_b701fd0960_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmjLAT)

fixed (kinda)
 


What case is it? I love low profile case like that for TKL board.
b87 (custom korean)


Fair enough thanks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Oobly on Wed, 25 February 2015, 08:18:57
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Novatouch with Penumbra! Oh, snap! Must feel gooood..

Currently typing on a GON NerD60 (62g ErgoClears) with Vortex aluminium case and PuLSE SA keycaps. Also feels gooood.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doppelganger on Wed, 25 February 2015, 09:05:46
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Novatouch with Penumbra! Oh, snap! Must feel gooood..

Currently typing on a GON NerD60 (62g ErgoClears) with Vortex aluminium case and PuLSE SA keycaps. Also feels gooood.

(Attachment Link)

Nice!! Really like the look of this one. I bet it types nicely too
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 25 February 2015, 11:59:25

Still on my 1398601....

Woah,  do you have any more pics?  That looks really slick

I took a few more too. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Wed, 25 February 2015, 12:01:13
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Novatouch with Penumbra! Oh, snap! Must feel gooood..

Currently typing on a GON NerD60 (62g ErgoClears) with Vortex aluminium case and PuLSE SA keycaps. Also feels gooood.

(Attachment Link)
Looks fantastic Oobly! Do you have a plate for that?  I was thinking about going with pcb mount 62g lubed blacks in my CTRL ALT 60 with an FMJ case!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Oobly on Wed, 25 February 2015, 12:35:40
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lYBu5Zo.jpg)


Novatouch with Penumbra! Oh, snap! Must feel gooood..

Currently typing on a GON NerD60 (62g ErgoClears) with Vortex aluminium case and PuLSE SA keycaps. Also feels gooood.

(Attachment Link)
Looks fantastic Oobly! Do you have a plate for that?  I was thinking about going with pcb mount 62g lubed blacks in my CTRL ALT 60 with an FMJ case!

Thanks! The plate is on it's way to me. Ordered a black aluminium plate from GON for it :) I have another NerD60 PCB that I'll be putting a mix of 62g ErgoClears and 62g Blacks onto. Going to be a lightweight board for the wife. I feel like 62g is the perfect weight for me for MX switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 26 February 2015, 03:42:20
Ducky Shine 3 TKL Yellow Edition with alphas from a Ducky Shine 1.

[attachimg=1]

[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meow a cat on Thu, 26 February 2015, 04:28:18
Ducky Shine 3 TKL Yellow Edition with alphas from a Ducky Shine 1.

(Attachment Link)

(Attachment Link)

Very nice Rowdy, much yellow.

I bet the Bumblebee set from PopKeys would look great on that board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 26 February 2015, 05:17:12
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Thu, 26 February 2015, 07:10:15
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
or gave the man an F !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JaccoW on Thu, 26 February 2015, 07:17:31
Using the Déck Legend right now because I'm dealing with an old P45 board. It is giving me some mayor issues atm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 26 February 2015, 07:24:46
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
or gave the man an F !

No way, if I get an F, I'm keeping it for myself!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 26 February 2015, 08:35:19
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
or gave the man an F !

No way, if I get an F, I'm keeping it for myself!


But that's your daddy! Come on, be nice.  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 26 February 2015, 09:46:50
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
or gave the man an F !

No way, if I get an F, I'm keeping it for myself!


But that's your daddy! Come on, be nice.  :p

He wouldn't appreciate it like I would...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 26 February 2015, 10:13:28
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
or gave the man an F !

No way, if I get an F, I'm keeping it for myself!

So get an F for yourself and let him borrow the M.  Problem solved.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 26 February 2015, 11:27:45
I gave my dad my Razer BW 2011 with blues a couple of years ago when I got my KC87 and up until yesterday, he was fine with it. Then it started to chatter and duplicate Ys, and he also said it was too light for him.

He doesn't like ANSI layout, so I said the only spare board I had with ISO was my Model M...

And he loves it. Looks like I'm going to have to buy him something with clears or greens so I can get my M back... =/
or gave the man an F !

No way, if I get an F, I'm keeping it for myself!

So get an F for yourself and let him borrow the M.  Problem solved.


Wise word from a bearded comrade (I must confess that I wear one as well).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 26 February 2015, 12:22:08
Or, I could let him keep my M, get my Terminal M converted with a Teensy, and keep the F I buy to myself as well, then I have both!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 26 February 2015, 13:35:20
Experimental Me!  I obtained today, and am using right now, an IBM Terminal board 1392595 with a 1993 1391401 controller on it.  Every key works, including the "RESERVED" key below the + on the numeric keypad.  It's in remarkably good shape, but the keys do need to be cleaned.  The pictures will show that.  No worries I will clean it up. 
This is only the beginning.  I did get an APL set from Unicomp too.  I'm expecting that later, so I may just put those key caps on this board.  It will look clean!
I might do the LED thing.  I may just leave it alone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foxer on Thu, 26 February 2015, 15:16:58
(http://i.imgur.com/E3SRuVO.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Thu, 26 February 2015, 15:42:47
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/E3SRuVO.jpg)

Nice colors, what board is that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foxer on Thu, 26 February 2015, 16:37:06
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/E3SRuVO.jpg)

Nice colors, what board is that?

It's a tenkeyless Filco with blues. Customized by the one, the only, Glissbro. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 26 February 2015, 22:44:11
No worries I will clean it up. 
I WILL do the LED thing.   I have a few pics here...

After hours of work...  Now it is CLEAN!

Edit: As promised, the LED thing. Yes very functional.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 26 February 2015, 23:15:24
aych aych kay bee

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 07 March 2015, 06:46:00
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/07/ffa77807a7e89cfe5dc62ab0748f473e.jpg)

Changing it up today. My phone refuses to take a good photo of toxic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Masterchief79 on Sun, 08 March 2015, 08:33:19
Found this old Marquardt keyboard in the basement of our company a few weeks ago. Always thought it was defective, but it turned out NUM was on (which is like FN-lock on this thing) - so no wonder why half of the keys didn't work. :P
It's an interesting layout for sure ;) The case seems to be missing unfortunately.

(http://abload.de/thumb/p10100237ikpd.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=p10100237ikpd.jpg) (http://abload.de/thumb/p1010024fakh6.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=p1010024fakh6.jpg) (http://abload.de/thumb/p1010027hujbw.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=p1010027hujbw.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prelim on Sun, 08 March 2015, 08:46:14
poker n' ghetto wrist rest

(http://s18.postimg.org/m5hn9gg3t/DSC02206_Large.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 08 March 2015, 13:04:27
Back on my Lexmark again, but had to take a good shot of the Sabre.  Enjoy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 08 March 2015, 13:13:50
Had to switch this set over to my Poker2 with ergo clears.

(http://i.imgur.com/R4YgKfbh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HeavyArms on Sun, 08 March 2015, 14:58:06
Using my beloved RF 87U 55g. I'm a heavy handed typist so its perfect for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sun, 08 March 2015, 18:25:52
Had to switch this set over to my Poker2 with ergo clears.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R4YgKfbh.jpg)



Damn this set is awesome. I love it especially the blue legends. First time I'm seeing it. What is his name?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 08 March 2015, 21:22:40
Had to switch this set over to my Poker2 with ergo clears.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R4YgKfbh.jpg)



Damn this set is awesome. I love it especially the blue legends. First time I'm seeing it. What is his name?

Thanks.  It's just a mix of two different Imsto sets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SuperScope96 on Sun, 08 March 2015, 22:59:13
I've been using the Unicomp EnduraPro for the past few months, but can't wait for my WASD CODE to arrive ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 09 March 2015, 00:33:10
I've been using the Unicomp EnduraPro for the past few months, but can't wait for my WASD CODE to arrive ;)

It don't mean a thing....  if it ain't got that BLING!  Doo wap doo wap..... 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 09 March 2015, 04:05:07
Had to switch this set over to my Poker2 with ergo clears.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R4YgKfbh.jpg)



Damn this set is awesome. I love it especially the blue legends. First time I'm seeing it. What is his name?

Thanks.  It's just a mix of two different Imsto sets.


Fair enough. Good choice though. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Mon, 09 March 2015, 11:55:46
Well, I've sold off my other keyboards (to buy more keyboards of course), and now I'm left with only my Realforce 55g.

Fortunately, I love this keyboard to death, and don't mind using it all day everyday.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Mon, 09 March 2015, 12:26:18
After months of using the FC660C, I switched back to my HHKB Type-S at home.  Still using a Realforce 104UB at work, and switched its backspace/backslash and caps lock/control keys since switching between layouts is bothersome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paicrai on Mon, 09 March 2015, 18:33:07
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/20e4daf1698b4adb6229ea1c5a52ba60/tumblr_nkbm0u1K9p1tvhjyno1_540.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foxer on Mon, 09 March 2015, 18:35:45
Show Image
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/20e4daf1698b4adb6229ea1c5a52ba60/tumblr_nkbm0u1K9p1tvhjyno1_540.jpg)

Don't show that to Ripster. He'll probably make love to you, like it or not.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paicrai on Mon, 09 March 2015, 18:38:45
Show Image
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/20e4daf1698b4adb6229ea1c5a52ba60/tumblr_nkbm0u1K9p1tvhjyno1_540.jpg)

Don't show that to Ripster. He'll probably make love to you, like it or not.
any time ripstrip does anything involving someone else it's "or not", the ol' crusty nasty
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bahamot on Sat, 28 March 2015, 12:04:15
KBParadise V60MTS-C, my first Alps, loving it!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dihedral on Sat, 28 March 2015, 12:14:15
Show Image
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/20e4daf1698b4adb6229ea1c5a52ba60/tumblr_nkbm0u1K9p1tvhjyno1_540.jpg)

Don't show that to Ripster. He'll probably make love to you, like it or not.

He's seen it. It gets periodically reposted at /r/mk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 28 March 2015, 13:25:37
KMAC 1 w/ dolch :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kittykatmax on Sat, 28 March 2015, 14:33:45
Max Keyboard Blackbird with red LED backlighting and Cherry MX Browns, plus a KeyCool 22 with white LED backlighting (anyone try switch covers with these puppies?) and Cherry MX Blues.  The other PC on my desk has a QFR Stealth with MX Browns attached for when I can't use my Input Director software with the Blackbird.  Kind of itching to upgrade, but trying to wait patiently for AcidFire's Axios keyboard/Keyboard.io to come out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nai_Calus on Sat, 28 March 2015, 15:46:30
My Model F. My Clears feel so unsatisfying now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 28 March 2015, 17:32:35
Been on this one mostly on the main computer.

More
http://imgur.com/a/O7ayY


 :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sat, 28 March 2015, 17:43:10
Lately I've been really digging the KUL 87's. I have one with Clears for work/travel and Greens and Blues for around the house. It has easily become my favorite Cherry switch Keyboard. Its just so solid and well made, and I really like the minimalistic look and lack of backlighting as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: imadeanaccounttoseepics on Sun, 29 March 2015, 02:40:41
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dihedral on Sun, 29 March 2015, 03:52:47
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

Another CM Storm - although maybe you might like clears better?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dihedral on Sun, 29 March 2015, 03:59:01
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

Ducky Zero?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sun, 29 March 2015, 04:46:42
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

Keycool 87/108
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dihedral on Sun, 29 March 2015, 05:01:33
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

Keycool 87/108

If he wants to know what browns feel like, kailh is less tactile, right? might be better to get actual cherry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sun, 29 March 2015, 06:03:33
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

Keycool 87/108

If he wants to know what browns feel like, kailh is less tactile, right? might be better to get actual cherry.

The browns are pretty much exactly the same. Like 99% the same switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dihedral on Sun, 29 March 2015, 06:15:36
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

Keycool 87/108

If he wants to know what browns feel like, kailh is less tactile, right? might be better to get actual cherry.

The browns are pretty much exactly the same. Like 99% the same switch.

Huh. I heard they were less tactile (as if that was possible :P)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kittykatmax on Sun, 29 March 2015, 10:52:50
CM Storm Quickfire TK (Reds). No regrets or cons with the keyboard but i do want to try brown switches, i've only tried blacks and reds.

Any recommendations for a brown switch keyboard while keeping it under $100?  ;D

CM Storm QFR for $89 at Amazon.  I have one, and the only reason it's not my main keyboard anymore is that I prefer backlit keyboards.  I love my cherry mx browns, but I've been curious about reds.  I'll probably wind up saving my Amazon Visa points and using them to pick up a cheap board with reds just to check them out. That said, if you like your existing keyboard and don't mind white LEDs, that's also $89 on Amazon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sencha on Mon, 30 March 2015, 10:41:23
Using this.....MX reds

(http://i61.tinypic.com/34ya6tt.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 30 March 2015, 10:47:34
Touchscreen :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 30 March 2015, 10:55:01
Still using this

(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/02/db1dbd7634db55353219a10ce752b07f.jpg) (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/02/db1dbd7634db55353219a10ce752b07f.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Mon, 30 March 2015, 13:02:50
HHKB is still my main board at home, but I am now using a lolita with black switches as a gaming board.  Have those super cheap keycool PBT caps on it, but will be replacing them with the blue-on-white Vortex doubleshot PBT caps I'll be getting from massdrop later on.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smeggysmeg on Mon, 30 March 2015, 15:20:43
Home and work: Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000

I'm waiting on a Matias Ergo Pro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wazup on Mon, 30 March 2015, 17:52:43
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/07/ffa77807a7e89cfe5dc62ab0748f473e.jpg)


Changing it up today. My phone refuses to take a good photo of toxic.

What is this??.....its beautiful.  Like a choc mini but without the issue of a strange spacebar size.  I must have one....at some point
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoC_Tow on Mon, 30 March 2015, 19:50:50
Show Image
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/20e4daf1698b4adb6229ea1c5a52ba60/tumblr_nkbm0u1K9p1tvhjyno1_540.jpg)


Sweet on the run board!  :thumb:

Using a macbook (while laying in my bed) atm xD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Tue, 31 March 2015, 06:21:33
My V60 Mini with Greens and Granite. It's a lot of fun :) Changing from a 108 key to a 60% is really weird... I'm constantly looking for the navigation keys, and I keep forgetting where the arrow keys are. No FN layer on a Granite set :P

Although, the spacebar rubs on the case...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Baron Von Clop on Wed, 01 April 2015, 12:10:25
Corsair k70 w/ blues while I wait for my v60 to arrive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 01 April 2015, 12:17:47
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Wed, 01 April 2015, 12:20:00
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


Who'd want to use those crummy boards anyway when you have a kish?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Wed, 01 April 2015, 13:27:01
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


One of my favorite boards ever posted on GH.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 01 April 2015, 17:35:56
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. �ber crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


endgame.jpg

Clack, Bro, and the Kish. Simple and beautiful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 02 April 2015, 11:00:34
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. �ber crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


Gawd... every time... that keyboard just has my jaw dropping...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Thu, 02 April 2015, 13:50:29
terminus mini. god im typing slow right now. this ortholinear thing is going to take some time.....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bomble on Fri, 03 April 2015, 01:46:46
Got my RF87UB 55g a couple of days back. Definitely can feel that 10g of difference, but it feels SO GOOD. Didn't come with red esc or lavendar WASD though  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Calytrix on Fri, 03 April 2015, 01:58:39
Filco Majestouch 2 Blue Switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monotagary on Fri, 03 April 2015, 10:35:08
I bought a cheapo QFR w/ MX Browns. Threw some GMK/OG Cherry Doublshots on it.

It's actually pretty nice to type on. A lot more solid of a board than I thought it was going to be.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Fri, 03 April 2015, 11:26:53
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


This is invoking in my mind a weird hybrid world of Batman and Picasso for some reason.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kittykatmax on Fri, 03 April 2015, 12:30:37
I bought a cheapo QFR w/ MX Browns. Threw some GMK/OG Cherry Doublshots on it.

It's actually pretty nice to type on. A lot more solid of a board than I thought it was going to be.

IMHO, the only reason to knock CM QFRs is if you hate Cherry switches or want a keyboard for bragging rights.  QFRs were recommended to me as a great first mechanical keyboard/wonderful bang for the buck, and it was great advice.  We currently have two QFRs (hubby on MX blues and me with MX Browns and Stealth caps), and my only quibble with them is the keycaps are junk (even legends started wearing off within a few months) and I prefer backlit keyboards - and their backlit keyboard gets a lot of negative feedback for LEDs dying. 

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 03 April 2015, 20:33:17
I bought a cheapo QFR w/ MX Browns. Threw some GMK/OG Cherry Doublshots on it.

It's actually pretty nice to type on. A lot more solid of a board than I thought it was going to be.

IMHO, the only reason to knock CM QFRs is if you hate Cherry switches or want a keyboard for bragging rights.  QFRs were recommended to me as a great first mechanical keyboard/wonderful bang for the buck, and it was great advice.  We currently have two QFRs (hubby on MX blues and me with MX Browns and Stealth caps), and my only quibble with them is the keycaps are junk (even legends started wearing off within a few months) and I prefer backlit keyboards - and their backlit keyboard gets a lot of negative feedback for LEDs dying.

One big problem for them is that they use lower quality components and assembly methods, which makes them harder to work on.  It's hard to get a definitive source on this info, since it can be subjective, but this post (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=41815.msg837435#msg837435) might be helpful if you're curious for more info or why this would be important enough for me to mention.

I don't think the QFR is a bad board, I think it's great for the cost if you simply don't care about these points, but there is a good reason to knock them other than the reasons you mentioned.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 04 April 2015, 08:48:35
Regarding the QFR: I still think their original "Silver/Gray" case was far superior to anything they've released since then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metalliqaz on Sat, 04 April 2015, 09:05:41
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


Dude, that's... amazing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sat, 04 April 2015, 09:38:15
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


****.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shroomster on Sat, 04 April 2015, 16:31:09
I'm kind of in awe of seeing these really nice keyboards everywhere. But to the point. I use a QPAD MK-50 with Blues (too flimsy for its own good) and a Quickfire Pro with MX Reds. Though I am going to pick up a Model M in like 2 weeks and next week I should receive a really good quality Dell Quietkey.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sun, 05 April 2015, 04:47:36
Could have sworn this was the music thread...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zeroo on Sun, 05 April 2015, 04:59:23
Having to use a macbook pro keyboard at the moment...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Sun, 05 April 2015, 05:02:32
Butthole Surfers - Pepper
Jerk It Out - Caesar
A Horse With No Name - America

Erm, I think the what are you listening to now is a few threads over :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sun, 05 April 2015, 05:09:04

Butthole Surfers - Pepper
Jerk It Out - Caesar
A Horse With No Name - America

Erm, I think the what are you listening to now is a few threads over :P
Yep, don't know how I posted that on here, I could have sworn I was in the music thread, but oh well
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ludovician on Sun, 05 April 2015, 05:31:56
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)


The thing is, that is my dream keyboard (maybe without the artisan caps because I'm not particularly interested in those). Now if I somehow achieve a miracle and get my hands on that, I'll have to do something original with it instead of just doing exactly what you did. CptBadAss has already done the hilariously sparkly purple thing.

I guess it doesn't matter. I'll likely never get one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 10 April 2015, 13:00:02
(http://i.imgur.com/3wuon4m.jpg)

angry fruit sallad granite on a nerdy tex
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Fri, 10 April 2015, 14:30:24
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 10 April 2015, 15:08:55
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.

Is the spacebar broken on that?  Or is it intentionally that way?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 10 April 2015, 15:14:29
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.

Is the spacebar broken on that?  Or is it intentionally that way?
#flippedspace4life

nice futabas, a really underrated switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 10 April 2015, 15:15:03
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.

Is the spacebar broken on that?  Or is it intentionally that way?

its the hipsters, they invert it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 10 April 2015, 15:16:52
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.

Is the spacebar broken on that?  Or is it intentionally that way?

its the hipsters smart ones, they invert it
ftfy ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 10 April 2015, 15:22:48
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.

Is the spacebar broken on that?  Or is it intentionally that way?

its the hipsters smart ones, they invert it
ftfy ;)

Intentional.  Inverted would be upside down.  It's more of a 45 degree angle.  I guess some people like them that way.  I thought it was broken.  I guess it would function the same.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Fri, 10 April 2015, 16:12:37
Has futaba inverse r mount clicky switches.  Notice the left shift used for the enter key.  It will be the next big thing....... On reddit.

Is the spacebar broken on that?  Or is it intentionally that way?

its the hipsters smart ones, they invert it
ftfy ;)

Intentional.  Inverted would be upside down.  It's more of a 45 degree angle.  I guess some people like them that way.  I thought it was broken.  I guess it would function the same.


Correct.  It is intentional.  It works the same, but the difference is your thumbs hit the middle of the spacebar vs the sharp edge.  It is a comfort thing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Fri, 10 April 2015, 16:16:53
KUL ES-87 with browns. I like it, I think I am going to go to 60% soon though, either a POK3R, or maybe a Ducky Mini YOTH or gunmetal gray version.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rainb1ood on Fri, 10 April 2015, 16:29:11
Duck Octagon with MX clears and 62g springs. This is my first time using an aluminum body and stainless steel plate. I got to say its more quiet compared to my ergo clear Filco.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bamtan on Sun, 12 April 2015, 12:37:38
For quiet gaming: CM STORM Quickfire MX Reds
Also have Ducky Shine 3 MX Blues, and hopefully FC660Ms in MX Clears soon!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gridMENSCH on Sun, 12 April 2015, 13:30:24
I just went from a Logitec k200 that I've used for about four years to a Novatouch and I have to say it's been a hugely pleasurable change. Makes typing a real pleasure; every button press seems important all of a sudden. I've got a Red-MX FC660m on the way from massdrop, that I ordered before the Novatouch, but I think I'm going to sell it unopened because this this is just too good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: computernut on Sun, 12 April 2015, 21:45:09
Switching between these 2 at the moment:

CM Storm QFR Red
CM NovaTouch TKL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xrayos on Sun, 12 April 2015, 21:54:07
I dunno about these buckling springs. I just hooked up the model m and boy, does it feel nice to type on. The noise seems to be satisfying.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Novus on Sun, 12 April 2015, 22:31:22
I bought a cheapo QFR w/ MX Browns. Threw some GMK/OG Cherry Doublshots on it.

It's actually pretty nice to type on. A lot more solid of a board than I thought it was going to be.

IMHO, the only reason to knock CM QFRs is if you hate Cherry switches or want a keyboard for bragging rights.  QFRs were recommended to me as a great first mechanical keyboard/wonderful bang for the buck, and it was great advice.  We currently have two QFRs (hubby on MX blues and me with MX Browns and Stealth caps), and my only quibble with them is the keycaps are junk (even legends started wearing off within a few months) and I prefer backlit keyboards - and their backlit keyboard gets a lot of negative feedback for LEDs dying.

One big problem for them is that they use lower quality components and assembly methods, which makes them harder to work on.  It's hard to get a definitive source on this info, since it can be subjective, but this post (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=41815.msg837435#msg837435) might be helpful if you're curious for more info or why this would be important enough for me to mention.

I don't think the QFR is a bad board, I think it's great for the cost if you simply don't care about these points, but there is a good reason to knock them other than the reasons you mentioned.  ;)

Actually this is up for debate.

http://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/1psskg/leopold_vs_filco/cd5qds4
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: radio_killah on Mon, 13 April 2015, 00:21:03
Switching between my GON and my Viper. Love 60%... Not sure why I ever got anything else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 13 April 2015, 02:07:17
I just went from a Logitec k200 that I've used for about four years to a Novatouch and I have to say it's been a hugely pleasurable change. Makes typing a real pleasure; every button press seems important all of a sudden. I've got a Red-MX FC660m on the way from massdrop, that I ordered before the Novatouch, but I think I'm going to sell it unopened because this this is just too good.


Switching between these 2 at the moment:

CM Storm QFR Red
CM NovaTouch TKL
 


Good choice guy! Now go get some beautiful key caps to put on that Novatouch! :D


I love my Novatouch as well. Ordered a new pure Topre boars as well, it is coming. Looking forward so much!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 13 April 2015, 05:29:56
Lexmark SSK at work.

IBM SSK at home.

:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ttzhou on Mon, 13 April 2015, 14:52:48
Lexmark SSK at work.

IBM SSK at home.

:D

I just noticed that if you pronounce "SSK" you get "Sick!"

Coincidence?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: uJalled on Mon, 13 April 2015, 19:25:13
A HHBK Professional 2. Everyone was so right about Topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Mon, 13 April 2015, 22:11:27
variable realforce 87u.. third day i'm using it.
i feel that variable, or 'ergonomic', is not for me.

maybe i'm just too 'trained' for/used to using uniform,
but it really doesn't feel good to me right now..
and it's not just the fact that it's variable -- 30g is just sooo light!
i think 45g (topre) is really the minimum that my fingers can truly enjoy.

i guess i'll give it at least a few more days,
but i might just end up trying to sell it :/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 13 April 2015, 22:39:31
Kmac w/ ergo clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 14 April 2015, 11:57:05
variable realforce 87u.. third day i'm using it.
i feel that variable, or 'ergonomic', is not for me.

maybe i'm just too 'trained' for/used to using uniform,
but it really doesn't feel good to me right now..
and it's not just the fact that it's variable -- 30g is just sooo light!
i think 45g (topre) is really the minimum that my fingers can truly enjoy.

i guess i'll give it at least a few more days,
but i might just end up trying to sell it :/


Are you a touch typist? I think this boards are designed for that usage so if you don't type like that, it might be the reason you don't like it.


Or perhaps you just don't like it  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Tue, 14 April 2015, 20:58:34
variable realforce 87u.. third day i'm using it.
i feel that variable, or 'ergonomic', is not for me.

maybe i'm just too 'trained' for/used to using uniform,
but it really doesn't feel good to me right now..
and it's not just the fact that it's variable -- 30g is just sooo light!
i think 45g (topre) is really the minimum that my fingers can truly enjoy.

i guess i'll give it at least a few more days,
but i might just end up trying to sell it :/


Are you a touch typist? I think this boards are designed for that usage so if you don't type like that, it might be the reason you don't like it.


Or perhaps you just don't like it  ;D

i touch-type, yeah.
maybe it's just that i'm so/too used to uniform, or/and to heavier keys..

i guess i'll finish the week with it, before i make a decision ;p
fun experience, nonetheless :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ryptide11 on Tue, 14 April 2015, 21:17:34
My current setup!  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/OUmUx3N.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hitaki on Tue, 14 April 2015, 21:42:06
Realforce 87u 55g Anniversary edition.

(http://i.imgur.com/4cAGTyD.jpg)

I was worried ahead of time that the 55g would somehow break my fingers. Having been a gamer/coder/keyboard user for 20+ years, this almost feels light.

I only wish the usb cable was detachable. It would make for swapping out keyboards (or unplugging to lock it away) so much easier.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: s0nia on Tue, 14 April 2015, 22:35:22
Das Ultimate with blues!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Wed, 15 April 2015, 03:09:49
variable realforce 87u.. third day i'm using it.
i feel that variable, or 'ergonomic', is not for me.

maybe i'm just too 'trained' for/used to using uniform,
but it really doesn't feel good to me right now..
and it's not just the fact that it's variable -- 30g is just sooo light!
i think 45g (topre) is really the minimum that my fingers can truly enjoy.

i guess i'll give it at least a few more days,
but i might just end up trying to sell it :/


Are you a touch typist? I think this boards are designed for that usage so if you don't type like that, it might be the reason you don't like it.


Or perhaps you just don't like it  ;D

i touch-type, yeah.
maybe it's just that i'm so/too used to uniform, or/and to heavier keys..

i guess i'll finish the week with it, before i make a decision ;p
fun experience, nonetheless :)


I've never tried 35g Topre but I have tried gateron clear and I see why you feel they are too light. However they are supposed to be on the mods to use with the pinky, I thought it would be nice. Never tried variant weight so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Wed, 15 April 2015, 03:21:29
The undeniably fabulous bolt-modded 1991 IBM Model M 1390410 I just got from Dorkvader. It's the best KB I'm ever likely to have.

If any of you need any KB work done—or if you just want to know a really cool and interesting guy—get in touch with him here.

(End of unsolicited rave)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 15 April 2015, 03:40:06
The undeniably fabulous bolt-modded 1991 IBM Model M 1390410 I just got from Dorkvader. It's the best KB I'm ever likely to have.

If any of you need any KB work done—or if you just want to know a really cool and interesting guy—get in touch with him here.

(End of unsolicited rave)

Isn't that a different model?  Must be rare rare rare!  Oh 1391401!  Nice rave to rave about!  No pictures yet in the
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=61878.0
thread yet?  I'm suprised!  What are you waiting for Ander?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Wed, 15 April 2015, 05:12:48
Oops, Snowdog, you're right, my typo—it is indeed a 1391401. Sheesh. I'd go back and change it, but it seems more useful to have such a clear example of human fallibility.  :?)

Dork also provided me with a set of custom keycaps for it that are pretty cool. It turns out they were produced for a medical company called Marquette. Litster did a topic here a few years ago (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=38129.0) about his board with the same caps, which also has the original customer labeling. It's especially fun how they used the entire tenkey for custom commands—those bright yellow caps give the ol' Model M a decidedly more modern look.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 15 April 2015, 05:46:41
Nice yellow keycaps :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 15 April 2015, 05:50:38
Oops, Snowdog, you're right, my typo—it is indeed a 1391401. Sheesh. I'd go back and change it, but it seems more useful to have such a clear example of human fallibility.  :?)

No no no silly!  I was looking up that model for some time before I even responded to your message.  I was wondering which Model M it actually was.  I transpose numbers all the time.  No worries.  It's like saying 0.7734 to people and only geeks know what that is anymore.  Everything is something else and N3W.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Thu, 16 April 2015, 03:14:22
Yeah, but aren't there enough dang Model M p/n's without people going and typing some that don't exist?  :?D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 16 April 2015, 08:06:01
Yeah, but aren't there enough dang Model M p/n's without people going and typing some that don't exist?  :?D

I dunno, it's like typing in 1398011.  What the heck is that?  It is a part (usually in) white label Model M's.  Just the SDL controller PCB.  It's not really a whole keyboard yanno.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rodgaroon on Thu, 16 April 2015, 12:53:07
Poker II, Tex silver case, Granite keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 16 April 2015, 13:23:44
I still have this on my main computer:
(http://i.imgur.com/JpdGegy.jpg)
Just another day....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 16 April 2015, 13:36:44
Been putting the 55g 87U through the paces these past couple days.  Going to try and do a dome swap this weekend.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Thu, 16 April 2015, 19:02:30
Yikes, let's not even go there... IBM and their product numbers—it's like wandering into a mirror maze.  :?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derezzed on Tue, 21 April 2015, 20:07:26
SSKs and hhkbs collecting dust, still can't get my hands off the kish. Über crappy phone pic:
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/01/ca5a5c5aa8f8002a53924025d268884e.jpg)

DarthSaver, Lord of the Kish


Also, I'm currently using a Ducky Shine 3 TKL with MX Browns and a Noppoo Choc Mini with MX Reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Tue, 21 April 2015, 20:28:53
Going to try and do a dome swap this weekend.

Good life choices.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Thu, 23 April 2015, 00:42:06
I'm supposed to be using this one, but it's so intimidating I haven't had the nerve to open the package yet.


[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sencha on Thu, 23 April 2015, 03:07:57
750r with MX reds. The word "Tank" is appropriate. Makes my Filco feel and sound like a turd.

Here's a little typing test. Only retaught to touch type two months ago so not blazing speed

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tigermelon on Thu, 23 April 2015, 03:08:29
Poker 2, Silver Tex Aluminum Case, Stock Clears, blue/white vortex pbt. With a keythulu esc.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 23 April 2015, 03:35:20
I'm supposed to be using this one, but it's so intimidating I haven't had the nerve to open the package yet.


(Attachment Link)

I can't see the space bar... :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eszett on Thu, 23 April 2015, 19:44:11
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sat, 25 April 2015, 13:52:45
(Attachment Link)

idd, swapped now though.

using this now

(http://i.imgur.com/uVtcnhh.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: septamber on Sat, 25 April 2015, 21:41:06
(Attachment Link)

idd, swapped now though.

using this now

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/uVtcnhh.jpg)


Wow...   :eek:

Maybe it is because I have to turn my head sideways to look at the pic but that just hurts my brain. How do you like that layout so far?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sun, 26 April 2015, 00:24:06
Quote from: henz link=topic=45475.msg1727928#msg1727928 idate=1429987965
(Attachment Link)

idd, swapped now though.

using this now

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/uVtcnhh.jpg)


Wow...   :eek:

Maybe it is because I have to turn my head sideways to look at the pic but that just hurts my brain. How do you like that layout so far?

10 wpm down from 65ish :) keep missing my two spaces and letters like n and y were pushed by left hand before, ultra yucky :) i think i will bring this to work when my paternity leave is over.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Special K on Mon, 27 April 2015, 16:08:31
750r with MX reds. The word "Tank" is appropriate. Makes my Filco feel and sound like a turd.

Here's a little typing test. Only retaught to touch type two months ago so not blazing speed


What about it specifically makes "feel and sound like a turd"?  I've only used Filcos since I got into mechanical keyboards a few years ago and always thought they were pretty sturdy.  Now your post makes me wonder what I'm missing out on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 28 April 2015, 14:30:58
I got the "e29 coincidence" keyboard back from Phosphorglow today, put the original keycaps back on it, and put the keycaps for the 1394204 back in place where they belong.  (There is a little story to this.)

(http://i.imgur.com/wNl7NJh.jpg)

Turns out the "e29 coincidence" had an LED cutout below the label!  It is kinda hard to see with the camera flash on....

(http://i.imgur.com/O5kCK3W.jpg?1)

So here it is with it off. 

This keyboard actually feels wonderful.  It was pretty dreadful before.  I'm so glad Maxx fixed this! 

The little story goes as follows:
My nephew had an incident with his keyboard and I let him use the 1394204 keyboard with his 1391401 controller in it's place, I put the APL keys on it because I didn't want him confused by the terminal caps.  So I sent the "e29 coincidence" keyboard with the 4204 keys on it.  The original keys for the "e29 coincidence" I put in the box for the APL set.
Everything falls back where it belongs now.

So my nephew has his 1391401 back with a new SDL controller in it.  The "e29 coincidence" keyboard has it's original keyset back on it, and a new SDL controller.  And finally, the 1394204 has it's original keys back on it too.

The APL keys are matched perfectly after ordering 3 "end" keys from Unicomp.  There was one that lined up so now that keyset is complete and not out of place.  I'm boxing it.  It may be used for something in the future.

I guess I will keep this on my desk for a while.  It's pretty cool with the LED thing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 28 April 2015, 14:53:49
I got the "e29 coincidence" keyboard back from Phosphorglow today, put the original keycaps back on it, and put the keycaps for the 1394204 back in place where they belong.  (There is a little story to this.)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QTkZ8V5.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LgRV4aW.jpg)


Turns out the "e29 coincidence" had an LED cutout below the label!  It is kinda hard to see with the camera flash on....

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/O5kCK3W.jpg)


So here it is with it off. 

This keyboard actually feels wonderful.  It was pretty dreadful before.  I'm so glad Maxx fixed this! 

The little story goes as follows:
My nephew had an incident with his keyboard and I let him use the 1394204 keyboard with his 1391401 controller in it's place, I put the APL keys on it because I didn't want him confused by the terminal caps.  So I sent the "e29 coincidence" keyboard with the 4204 keys on it.  The original keys for the "e29 coincidence" I put in the box for the APL set.
Everything falls back where it belongs now.

So my nephew has his 1391401 back with a new SDL controller in it.  The "e29 coincidence" keyboard has it's original keyset back on it, and a new SDL controller.  And finally, the 1394204 has it's original keys back on it too.

The APL keys are matched perfectly after ordering 3 "end" keys from Unicomp.  There was one that lined up so now that keyset is complete and not out of place.  I'm boxing it.  It may be used for something in the future.

I guess I will keep this on my desk for a while.  It's pretty cool with the LED thing.

love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LarsMarkelson on Tue, 28 April 2015, 18:23:19
KUL Cherry Red Tenkeyless with Blue O-rings. The Blue O-rings are really key for me, as I have RSI problems in my hands and fingers. They reduce impact of bottoming out a ton, and with the light press of the red, it's my favorite keyboard to date (for me).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dastels on Tue, 05 May 2015, 16:06:27
I don't know if this thread will be relevant, but here goes...

A Sun Type-3 at home, and a Steelseries M800 at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kerry56 on Tue, 05 May 2015, 16:29:43
Ducky 9008 G2 with white PBT keys.  This one has brown Cherry MX switches.  Made my own wrist pad...teak finished with lacquer.

http://imgur.com/SEuxwQN
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 05 May 2015, 17:59:35
I bought a cheapo QFR w/ MX Browns. Threw some GMK/OG Cherry Doublshots on it.

It's actually pretty nice to type on. A lot more solid of a board than I thought it was going to be.

IMHO, the only reason to knock CM QFRs is if you hate Cherry switches or want a keyboard for bragging rights.  QFRs were recommended to me as a great first mechanical keyboard/wonderful bang for the buck, and it was great advice.  We currently have two QFRs (hubby on MX blues and me with MX Browns and Stealth caps), and my only quibble with them is the keycaps are junk (even legends started wearing off within a few months) and I prefer backlit keyboards - and their backlit keyboard gets a lot of negative feedback for LEDs dying.

One big problem for them is that they use lower quality components and assembly methods, which makes them harder to work on.  It's hard to get a definitive source on this info, since it can be subjective, but this post (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=41815.msg837435#msg837435) might be helpful if you're curious for more info or why this would be important enough for me to mention.

I don't think the QFR is a bad board, I think it's great for the cost if you simply don't care about these points, but there is a good reason to knock them other than the reasons you mentioned.  ;)

Actually this is up for debate.

http://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/1psskg/leopold_vs_filco/cd5qds4

Your link doesn't mention the QFR once.  Can you explain what conclusions we can draw about QFR quality from this post?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 05 May 2015, 19:00:16
FC660C 2014 on the Mac but about to switch on the RF 55g for some gaming on the PC. #bliss
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aznairjordan on Wed, 06 May 2015, 00:54:27
Realforce 104UB but have a V60 with MX Clears coming in the mail!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sorijealut on Wed, 06 May 2015, 10:55:38
(http://i.imgur.com/nt1pV8R.jpg)

The top one is a KUL ES87 with Linx3 thick PBTs.

The caps are really edgy and the caps lock is in the wrong profile, but it's doing alright for a few months now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lookitdisnub on Wed, 06 May 2015, 13:31:01
(http://i.imgur.com/ionx2xY.jpg)

KMAC is gonna go though I think. Too used to the HHKB layout. I want to get some lettered keycaps for the HHKB but EK is out of stock
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Wed, 06 May 2015, 13:59:53
I keep saying "one more day, please" to my wife as I use her HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IonutZ on Wed, 06 May 2015, 14:22:57
(http://i.imgur.com/iSA3Z13.jpg)
Currently at work :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 06 May 2015, 14:31:47
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/iSA3Z13.jpg)

Currently at work :D

reminds me that I wanted to swap my nightowl for a candycorn skull at work...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 06 May 2015, 21:08:27
4704 was FILTHY so I had to clean the caps. Switched to the Kingsaver and it feels like I'm cheating on my little purple beast. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tigermelon on Thu, 07 May 2015, 16:28:46
(Attachment Link)

I really like this  :eek: Too bad I can't find that many novelties without a big time investment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Thu, 07 May 2015, 18:47:12
xpost Post your Poker!

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5338/17224992960_4fb6f4aab2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/sf7Aif)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/sf7Aif) by liddictm (https://www.flickr.com/people/96014653@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cheebs on Thu, 07 May 2015, 23:59:02
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Fri, 08 May 2015, 00:33:21
Novatouch with vortex PBT key caps. Thinking about getting doing one of the silencing mods to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Khers on Fri, 08 May 2015, 03:43:49
.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 08 May 2015, 07:10:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gZLWZXZ.jpg)


i feel like i  need a HHKB!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Fri, 08 May 2015, 07:55:45
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gZLWZXZ.jpg)


i feel like i  need a HHKB!

Everyone needs at least 1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doyniish on Fri, 08 May 2015, 09:07:35
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gZLWZXZ.jpg)


Yes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Air tree on Fri, 08 May 2015, 11:08:58
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gZLWZXZ.jpg)

I'm liking what I'm seeing.. especially on the screen....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Fri, 08 May 2015, 13:15:45
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gZLWZXZ.jpg)

I'm liking what I'm seeing.. especially on the screen....


Do you think he's trying to send us a message? As if he wanted to buy the Topre-Mx compatible stem to put the set on his HHKB as well ... Just saying that with no thinking behind it whatsoever ...  ::)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 08 May 2015, 13:18:45
xpost Post your Poker!

Wouldn't that make it on another thread in the geekhack media section?  xpost?  Does that mean you posted and posted the same thing?  I am guessing (probably) that you are using that keyboard currently?

*sigh* I think I'll go watch TV.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 08 May 2015, 14:01:22
xpost Post your Poker!

Wouldn't that make it on another thread in the geekhack media section?  xpost?  Does that mean you posted and posted the same thing?  I am guessing (probably) that you are using that keyboard currently?

*sigh* I think I'll go watch TV.

It means he posted the same photo to the Post Your Poker thread.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snarfangel on Fri, 08 May 2015, 14:10:53
Okay, I feel decidedly retro...
(http://www.typematrix.com/shop/images/products/2020-us.png)

I actually like it. But I'm also switching between blacks, browns, and clears (on the Cherry side) and Unicomp buckling springs (at  work).

I have Cherry blues and greens on order right now through Massdrop, but seriously, buckling springs have nothing to fear so far from Cherry. Man, do they feel nice.

/I am steadfastly staying away from Model F's, because I don't want to ruin all other keyboards for me.  :))
//It may be an unpopular opinion, but I really do like typing on the Typematrix.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 08 May 2015, 14:17:00

It means he posted the same photo to the Post Your Poker thread.

Okay.  I get kinda lost in some of the terminology here.  Thanks Hoff.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tony on Sun, 17 May 2015, 05:55:47
I have just bought a Noppoo Lolita Spyder, Kaith blue switch. It sounds good and works well until now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Genrilee on Sun, 17 May 2015, 09:11:42
Corsair K65 with ergo clears using the MX red springs. Good for typing, probably not so good for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Usarise on Sun, 17 May 2015, 09:38:26
Using my KUL ES-87 with clear switches I just got in the mail the other day~
Really liking using it and wishing I had put clears in my ergodox. <~<
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sun, 17 May 2015, 09:42:17
Using my KUL ES-87 with clear switches I just got in the mail the other day~
Really liking using it and wishing I had put clears in my ergodox. <~<
The way the ergodox case is designed, you are able to open up the switches from the top, so if you buy clear switches you could swap springs and stems.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Usarise on Sun, 17 May 2015, 09:53:02
Using my KUL ES-87 with clear switches I just got in the mail the other day~
Really liking using it and wishing I had put clears in my ergodox. <~<
The way the ergodox case is designed, you are able to open up the switches from the top, so if you buy clear switches you could swap springs and stems.
I had to open one of the switches on it before when I got some gunk in it and it wouldn't press proper.  Was a PITA.  I don't know if I'd have the patience to do all the switches!  (Though I will consider it for a rainy day...)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rolkin on Sun, 17 May 2015, 09:57:39
Currently using an all white Leopold FC660M. love this thing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sun, 17 May 2015, 10:13:52
Using my Dolch w/ 62g Vintage Blues. I love the switches more and more I use it. Feel more crisp than stock blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 17 May 2015, 10:31:12
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gZLWZXZ.jpg)


i feel like i  need a HHKB!

Everyone needs at least 1

I've steered away from the HHKB for one main reason: Mini-USB connector.

In order of (my) preference: 1) Hardwired 2) Wireless 3) Micro-USB not on back 4) Micro-USB on back.

Since it has none of those, not going there ... :D

[ ^^^ Maybe on HHKB 3? ]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Sun, 17 May 2015, 10:45:40
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/b6d5a554b6526b36dc59d4505d919d77.jpg)

My new toy. But Iso drives me crazy. And I think I have some grounding issues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 17 May 2015, 11:32:03
I am currently on my 51G8572 for now.  No particular reason.

(http://i.imgur.com/eYyIxI5.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sun, 17 May 2015, 11:34:24
My silenced Novatouch with the Hack'd by geeks set. Damn this board became so nice with all the word I have done it. I love it. The sound is just a pure melody. I should do a recording for you guys so I can share my little music to all of you. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sun, 17 May 2015, 14:44:01
finnished wiring and coding for my m0116.

(http://i.imgur.com/GnHbA4N.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 18 May 2015, 05:59:37
SSK complaints left, right and centre :(

Using QFR with MX blacks at work, and QFS with MX greens at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 18 May 2015, 07:20:32
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/b6d5a554b6526b36dc59d4505d919d77.jpg)


My new toy. But Iso drives me crazy. And I think I have some grounding issues.

Sell it to me!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Mon, 18 May 2015, 11:57:08
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/b6d5a554b6526b36dc59d4505d919d77.jpg)


My new toy. But Iso drives me crazy. And I think I have some grounding issues.

I need one of these in my life, I thought for a second it would be nice for Unicomp to make one but I'm still waiting on them to make a SSK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Mon, 18 May 2015, 12:07:34
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/b6d5a554b6526b36dc59d4505d919d77.jpg)


My new toy. But Iso drives me crazy. And I think I have some grounding issues.

I'm still so mad at myself for not taking tinnie up on his offer when he first found them and was bragging on IRC.

Hope you fix your grounding issue, snoop-a-loop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Infrared on Mon, 18 May 2015, 12:15:55
My White 660C
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Mon, 18 May 2015, 12:30:47
I'm going back and forth between two Realforce 87U. I swapped the cases and now I can't even decide which colour scheme I like most. The light case / dark keys is 45g uniform, the light keys is 55g uniform.

What really makes me torn most is that the black keys actually sound and feel different than the light ones. I had expected to keep only the black case, 45g, with white/grey keys. Now I don't know what to do.

(http://s9.postimg.org/nxq1yws8f/DSC05969.jpg)

My silenced Novatouch with the Hack'd by geeks set. Damn this board became so nice with all the word I have done it. I love it. The sound is just a pure melody. I should do a recording for you guys so I can share my little music to all of you. :D

I'd like to hear some typing samples!

My White 660C


What switches are you using? You should post a photo of the machine.  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 18 May 2015, 15:13:46
I'm going back and forth between two Realforce 87U. I swapped the cases and now I can't even decide which colour scheme I like most. The light case / dark keys is 45g uniform, the light keys is 55g uniform.

What really makes me torn most is that the black keys actually sound and feel different than the light ones. I had expected to keep only the black case, 45g, with white/grey keys. Now I don't know what to do.

Show Image
(http://s9.postimg.org/nxq1yws8f/DSC05969.jpg)


My silenced Novatouch with the Hack'd by geeks set. Damn this board became so nice with all the word I have done it. I love it. The sound is just a pure melody. I should do a recording for you guys so I can share my little music to all of you. :D

I'd like to hear some typing samples!

My White 660C


What switches are you using? You should post a photo of the machine.  8)


I prefer the 2 tones color scheme. ;)


I'll see what I can do regarding the record sample. I don't have a really good microphone so I hope it will reproduce the sound as close to reality as possible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_ak57 on Mon, 18 May 2015, 21:28:16
Now using a freshly dome-swapped 55g HHKB Type-S and 55g 23UW.  Already had the HHKB but the 23UW is a new addition as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Tue, 19 May 2015, 13:56:03
MacBook Air keyboard.... :(

I really should bring one of my mechs to work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 19 May 2015, 13:58:38
Back again to this:
(http://i.imgur.com/C0myO02.jpg)
Edit: I like this picture better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Tue, 19 May 2015, 16:54:04
MacBook Air keyboard.... :(

I really should bring one of my mechs to work.

I bring a Realforce 87U to the office on days that I have a lot of typing to do (I'm usually working out in the field).

It's definitely worth it over typing on a mediocre laptop keyboard for the day.
Title: 5
Post by: Tigermelon on Tue, 19 May 2015, 23:04:04
Got a novatouch about a week ago, and just spent ~5 hours silencing it via spicebar's method. Sounds great and no more annoying clack. Using orange/black tai haos that came with my purchase. Waiting on some dsa blanks to see if I like the profile before I make any major keycap purchases (granite vs imsto etc.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Wed, 20 May 2015, 01:13:09
(http://i.imgur.com/IMZhP3kh.jpg)

x/p. GON NerD TKL with 62g Gateron Black switchessssss  :)) :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eternalmetal on Wed, 20 May 2015, 21:40:11
Nothing particularly special, but I recently picked up my first mechanical keyboard in over 10 years, and my first with cherry switches: A CM Storm QFR with cherry blues.  I added some of the red o-ring dampeners since the bottom out sound was a little noisy for my liking.  This thing feels great to type on, I can hardly believe it took me this long to upgrade from my wireless Logitech that ive hated all these years (damn thing never broke).

(http://i.imgur.com/5I6TKMt.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gstmn on Wed, 20 May 2015, 21:46:01
Stuck with a Motion Computing keyboard until my new one comes in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 20 May 2015, 22:11:46
****ty Apple on screen keyboard on my phone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Wed, 20 May 2015, 22:19:38
****ty Apple on screen keyboard on my phone.
nice

I am currently using a Duck Eagle keyboard

I was using a RF87UB but I am taking a break from topre just to enjoy this duck eagle. I still love topre like no other.
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kaminbobby on Wed, 20 May 2015, 22:55:10
HHKB Professional JP type-s loving it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: luckynet on Thu, 21 May 2015, 00:51:13
royal kludge rc930, i never knew i would be a sucker for RGB with topre clones. but the scratchy and loose sound is kinda irritating. like once you notice it, you'd be like urgh... anyone here tried lubing these bad boy sbefore?? i theorize it won't change much of the sound as the switches themselves are made of quite thin plastic compare to topre switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 21 May 2015, 13:47:29
Right now I am typing on my IBM 1392934 SSK from Phosphorglow.  Very nice keyboard.  It has the new Colossus controller too!  It has a green underlay and green LED's.  I'm very jazzed about it!  Everything works perfectly!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Thu, 21 May 2015, 14:02:16
Right now I am typing on my IBM 1392934 SSK from Phosphorglow.  Very nice keyboard.  It has the new Colossus controller too!  It has a green underlay and green LED's.  I'm very jazzed about it!  Everything works perfectly!

Phosphorglow does extremely jazzy work. I love my SSK from him.

I am currently typing on this old pos:

(http://i.imgur.com/L3NED2p.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 21 May 2015, 14:04:22
Right now I am typing on my IBM 1392934 SSK from Phosphorglow.  Very nice keyboard.  It has the new Colossus controller too!  It has a green underlay and green LED's.  I'm very jazzed about it!  Everything works perfectly!

Phosphorglow does extremely jazzy work. I love my SSK from him.

I am currently typing on this old pos:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L3NED2p.jpg)


That looks like garbage. Please send it my way for disposal
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 21 May 2015, 14:43:40
Right now I am typing on my IBM 1392934 SSK from Phosphorglow.  Very nice keyboard.  It has the new Colossus controller too!  It has a green underlay and green LED's.  I'm very jazzed about it!  Everything works perfectly!

Phosphorglow does extremely jazzy work. I love my SSK from him.

I am currently typing on this old pos:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L3NED2p.jpg)


That looks like garbage. Please send it my way for disposal

You sent it to him in the first place though!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 21 May 2015, 14:45:18
Right now I am typing on my IBM 1392934 SSK from Phosphorglow.  Very nice keyboard.  It has the new Colossus controller too!  It has a green underlay and green LED's.  I'm very jazzed about it!  Everything works perfectly!

Phosphorglow does extremely jazzy work. I love my SSK from him.

I am currently typing on this old pos:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L3NED2p.jpg)


That looks like garbage. Please send it my way for disposal

You sent it to him in the first place though!

Okay you convinced me to go to the M13 now.

Edit: Okay back to the 2595 on the main machine. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KineticIsEpic on Thu, 21 May 2015, 14:51:57
Right now I'm using a Dell SK8115. Waiting for my ps/2 to usb to come in the mail.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Seranite on Thu, 21 May 2015, 14:52:08
****ty laptop keyboard on my pc at work. I'm too afraid to bring a mech to work for fear of being teased... :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Thu, 21 May 2015, 17:01:56
Right now I am typing on my IBM 1392934 SSK from Phosphorglow.  Very nice keyboard.  It has the new Colossus controller too!  It has a green underlay and green LED's.  I'm very jazzed about it!  Everything works perfectly!

Phosphorglow does extremely jazzy work. I love my SSK from him.

I am currently typing on this old pos:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/L3NED2p.jpg)



nice! too bad about that dent on the front. any plans on removing it somehow?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 23 May 2015, 12:45:09
Pulled my WASD V1 out for a few days since my other boards are at the new apartment.  It's been awhile since I've used this thing!

(https://c4.staticflickr.com/8/7668/17821746079_b36f39da12_b.jpg)
WASD V1 (https://flic.kr/p/t9R7d8) by Andrew Hoffman (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 23 May 2015, 12:47:33
Nothing wrong with the classics Hoff :).

I'm test driving this KBParadise V80 with Matias Quiets!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: seville57 on Sat, 30 May 2015, 12:32:37
This at the moment

(http://i.imgur.com/a0a1MeM.jpg)
Ducky Shine 3 Cherry MX Black with Red LEDs.
Miami keycaps set and 550 Paracord Miami sleeve.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sat, 30 May 2015, 13:04:39
I'm back to using my Novatouch since I just boxed my SSK up to send to Phosphorglow to have the rivets replaced with screws. I really liked the feedback of the buckling springs and it is kind of tough to go back to my novatouch or my other two keyboards which both have cherry mx browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sat, 30 May 2015, 14:18:24
Back to my Poker II with clears. I forgot how much I loved 60%  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nai_Calus on Sat, 30 May 2015, 17:37:56
Kinesis Freestyle 2. Despite being a rubber dome it feels better than MX Browns do. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sat, 30 May 2015, 17:39:01
Still my Dolch pac w/ modified vintage blues. Looking to eventually swap them out with 55g or 50g vintage blacks, as they are a lot nicer feeling
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dwk396 on Sat, 30 May 2015, 20:04:20
I had a childish mind and thought Razer looked cool so I have been using Razer BW Chroma.
I ordered Realforce 87U 55g from elitekeyboards and it is in the Fedex truck ready to be delivered on Monday.
I cannot wait to try out the Topre switch. I am so excited and I cannot wait for it!!!
FEDEX WHY NO DELIVER ON SATURDAYS!!! Well, I GUESS I SHOULD SAY WHY NOT FOR FREE!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gaspar on Sat, 30 May 2015, 21:18:35
I'm typing on a CM TKL with reds since my brand new Leopold 660c is at work where I do most of my typing. Isn't that a great incentive to go to work?  ;D

[attachimg=1]

Anyway I'm not too fond of these red switches since I don't game anymore (used to play WoW). Will replace it with a WASD TKL with blues and a PBT Vortex side printed set I just ordered from Massdrop.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 30 May 2015, 21:33:05
At home:

[attachimg=1]

At work:

[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sat, 30 May 2015, 21:48:46
At home:

(Attachment Link)

At work:

(Attachment Link)
Hacked by Geeks goes very well with the OG QFR Case!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 31 May 2015, 00:01:06
At home:

(Attachment Link)

At work:

(Attachment Link)
Hacked by Geeks goes very well with the OG QFR Case!

Yes.  I thought it would look odd, thinking that a black case would look better.  But this turned out quite well :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snarfangel on Sun, 31 May 2015, 00:05:20
I'm using my Ebay special with Cherry MX blues and side-print POM. I think I'll bring it to work Monday. :)
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ttzhou on Sun, 31 May 2015, 00:19:31
stock ducky shine 3 with mx greens... best of the stock switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ckar on Sun, 31 May 2015, 14:17:26
This keyboard is what I am using now:

(http://i.imgur.com/UYead9H.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:11:04
I changed over to this one for the time being...

(http://i.imgur.com/jLRVYVE.jpg)

I think it deserves it!  After all it's been through.  It's also got a bit of character.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:19:37
I changed over to this one for the time being...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jLRVYVE.jpg)


I think it deserves it!  After all it's been through.  It's also got a bit of character.

How many Model M's do you have?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:30:33
I changed over to this one for the time being...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jLRVYVE.jpg)


I think it deserves it!  After all it's been through.  It's also got a bit of character.

How many Model M's do you have?

Quite a few.  If you look at my signature, that says:
Just one
More
...
You can see the existing list of keyboards I do have.
You can also go to my Imgur site and see what is there:
http://snowdog993.imgur.com/


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:33:58
I changed over to this one for the time being...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jLRVYVE.jpg)


I think it deserves it!  After all it's been through.  It's also got a bit of character.

How many Model M's do you have?

Quite a few.  If you look at my signature, that says:
Just one
More
...
You can see the existing list of keyboards I do have.
You can also go to my Imgur site and see what is there:
http://snowdog993.imgur.com/

I do not think I have enough room for the keyboards i have now, that is crazy! Where do you keep all of them?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rm-rf on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:45:56
i hide some of mine behind my monitor... !
(http://i.imgur.com/KDSKU0v.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:47:26
I changed over to this one for the time being...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jLRVYVE.jpg)


I think it deserves it!  After all it's been through.  It's also got a bit of character.

How many Model M's do you have?

Quite a few.  If you look at my signature, that says:
Just one
More
...
You can see the existing list of keyboards I do have.
You can also go to my Imgur site and see what is there:
http://snowdog993.imgur.com/

I do not think I have enough room for the keyboards i have now, that is crazy! Where do you keep all of them?

I have the ones I use in front of my computers I do use.  The others are boxed for now until I get the urge to use a different one for grins and giggles.  Every keyboard I have on hand is fully functional, and I can use them if I need to.

The only ones I don't have right now are being restored.  There are two.  A 1389162 and a 1391401.  Both are in the process of being restored by Maxx.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sun, 31 May 2015, 18:51:21
I changed over to this one for the time being...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jLRVYVE.jpg)


I think it deserves it!  After all it's been through.  It's also got a bit of character.

How many Model M's do you have?

Quite a few.  If you look at my signature, that says:
Just one
More
...
You can see the existing list of keyboards I do have.
You can also go to my Imgur site and see what is there:
http://snowdog993.imgur.com/

I do not think I have enough room for the keyboards i have now, that is crazy! Where do you keep all of them?

I have the ones I use in front of my computers I do use.  The others are boxed for now until I get the urge to use a different one for grins and giggles.  Every keyboard I have on hand is fully functional, and I can use them if I need to.

The only ones I don't have right now are being restored.  There are two.  A 1389162 and a 1391401.  Both are in the process of being restored by Maxx.

I am sending him my SSK on Monday, Can't wait to see how it turns out. I had to switch back to my Novatouch after I boxed it up to send and I miss the model M big time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 31 May 2015, 19:06:01
I am sending him my SSK on Monday, Can't wait to see how it turns out. I had to switch back to my Novatouch after I boxed it up to send and I miss the model M big time.

Yep!  Just don't get too crazy!  I went way too far with what I have.  They are all special to me.  The borderline insanity keeps me sane enough to improve on what I do have now.  I just share my little experience here.

Of course there are a much wider variety of keyboards out there. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Sun, 31 May 2015, 21:00:29
[attachimg=1]

MA42, the 40% form factor is taking some getting used to but I think I have the layout where I want it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 01 June 2015, 06:07:00
i hide some of mine behind my monitor... !
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/KDSKU0v.gif)


The monitor bouncing up and down like that must get very distracting after a while!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 01 June 2015, 10:29:08
(Attachment Link)

MA42, the 40% form factor is taking some getting used to but I think I have the layout where I want it.
good job combining the incredibly space-saving 40% with the beast that is the 3700 :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Mon, 01 June 2015, 10:35:19
(Attachment Link)

MA42, the 40% form factor is taking some getting used to but I think I have the layout where I want it.
good job combining the incredibly space-saving 40% with the beast that is the 3700
I like a mix of efficiency and inefficiency :-* is there a larger cherry numpad?



But I've actually been thinking about making a 40% compatible numpad, probably 4x5.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 01 June 2015, 11:04:11
I like a mix of efficiency and inefficiency :-* is there a larger cherry numpad?

But I've actually been thinking about making a 40% compatible numpad, probably 4x5.

I am wondering if JD has already created one that matches his JD40.  That would be pretty cool.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Mon, 01 June 2015, 11:48:22
I like a mix of efficiency and inefficiency :-* is there a larger cherry numpad?

But I've actually been thinking about making a 40% compatible numpad, probably 4x5.

I am wondering if JD has already created one that matches his JD40.  That would be pretty cool.
As far as I know he hasn't but I'd be on board to design it for him.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jbondeson on Mon, 01 June 2015, 12:02:11
Currently at work a QFR with Browns:

(http://i.imgur.com/vh8yvWW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 01 June 2015, 12:28:41
I like a mix of efficiency and inefficiency :-* is there a larger cherry numpad?

But I've actually been thinking about making a 40% compatible numpad, probably 4x5.

I am wondering if JD has already created one that matches his JD40.  That would be pretty cool.
As far as I know he hasn't but I'd be on board to design it for him.

I think that would be very cool to work together and make something like that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Mon, 01 June 2015, 12:29:37
I like a mix of efficiency and inefficiency :-* is there a larger cherry numpad?

But I've actually been thinking about making a 40% compatible numpad, probably 4x5.

I am wondering if JD has already created one that matches his JD40.  That would be pretty cool.
As far as I know he hasn't but I'd be on board to design it for him.

I think that would be very cool to work together and make something like that.

I'll work on it. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 16 June 2015, 09:25:06
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/16/56a5638dee47dbadcfa75225d76d13ff.jpg)

I had to at least try it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Tue, 16 June 2015, 13:53:06
Apple M0116 at the helpdesk.

(http://i.imgur.com/uVzCoi6.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: n3ro on Tue, 16 June 2015, 14:24:22
Using RF 55 at home and Filco MJ2 brown at work. Recently i put a towel underneath the Realforce to dampen the noise, now its much quieter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: maddingo on Tue, 16 June 2015, 14:32:57
(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/filco_zpspuvgucu7.jpg) (http://s1330.photobucket.com/user/atarione/media/filco_zpspuvgucu7.jpg.html)

Filco MT2 TKL (cherry mx-red) with PBT double-shot key caps. quite happy with it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Tue, 16 June 2015, 14:49:27
Currently at work a QFR with Browns:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vh8yvWW.jpg)


That's gorgeous, but do you get a lot of "rub one out" comments from coworkers?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EscapeVelocity on Tue, 16 June 2015, 16:14:12
Currently using Lenovo Y580 chiclet laptop keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 16 June 2015, 16:29:58
Sprit60 with 65g Vintage Blacks.

(http://i.imgur.com/1aAwxauh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 17 June 2015, 05:38:45
Since the complaints and criticisms about my SSKs, I am reduced (as much as one can be reduced) to using HHKB at home (although rotating with various other keyboards) and KeyCool with MX reds at work.

I kinda liked the reds for almost 2 days, but they are starting to irk me again.

Trying to find an opportunity to take a keyboard with MX black in to work instead.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 17 June 2015, 10:37:54
Since the complaints and criticisms about my SSKs, I am reduced (as much as one can be reduced) to using HHKB at home (although rotating with various other keyboards) and KeyCool with MX reds at work.

I kinda liked the reds for almost 2 days, but they are starting to irk me again.

Trying to find an opportunity to take a keyboard with MX black in to work instead.

That kinda sucks Rowdy.  You find your perfect keyboard and now nobody will let you use it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 17 June 2015, 17:16:49
Since the complaints and criticisms about my SSKs, I am reduced (as much as one can be reduced) to using HHKB at home (although rotating with various other keyboards) and KeyCool with MX reds at work.

I kinda liked the reds for almost 2 days, but they are starting to irk me again.

Trying to find an opportunity to take a keyboard with MX black in to work instead.

That kinda sucks Rowdy.  You find your perfect keyboard and now nobody will let you use it.
The joys of tactile MX living ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Wed, 17 June 2015, 17:28:53
Back to using Noppoo Tank after my DAS Ultimate kicked the bucket a few weeks ago. Luckily, the chatter on the Tank went away after I opened it up and cleaned off the PCB. Not sure what I would have done otherwise, since the only other mechanical I have left is a rather glitchy Model M (which wouldn't suit me that well even if it were fully functional).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: julayyy on Wed, 17 June 2015, 21:18:04
Going to bring my Quickfire TK w/reds in to work tomorrow  :thumb:

Recently bought a v60 w/clears to use at home and I love it. Was considering just carrying the v60 to and from work since I really liked the clears but then my TK would be just sitting in my room doing nothing so got to put that board to work  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 18 June 2015, 06:03:29
Since the complaints and criticisms about my SSKs, I am reduced (as much as one can be reduced) to using HHKB at home (although rotating with various other keyboards) and KeyCool with MX reds at work.

I kinda liked the reds for almost 2 days, but they are starting to irk me again.

Trying to find an opportunity to take a keyboard with MX black in to work instead.

That kinda sucks Rowdy.  You find your perfect keyboard and now nobody will let you use it.
The joys of tactile MX living ^-^

The despair of linear MX living ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 18 June 2015, 06:15:26
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/18/e7c826812d22459ff364a95a2e84d58e.jpg)

You can never have too much topre. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 18 June 2015, 06:23:28
Poker at home, Poker at work. Poker in the bag for travel. I love my Pokers!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Thu, 18 June 2015, 06:38:27
Sprit60 with 65g Vintage Blacks.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/1aAwxauh.jpg)


Awesome board! I am jealous of that Drunken though!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zenless on Thu, 18 June 2015, 13:06:25
I just picked up an HHKB pro2. So far I like it, trying to decide if I'll keep it or the Pok3r with clears i've been using. I don't think I can afford to keep both (or at very least can't logically justify keeping both, have a fullsize for my home keyboard). One thing is the lack of options for keysets for the HHKB.. but I have black on black so what else do i really want??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abswyfe on Thu, 18 June 2015, 13:09:15
I just picked up an HHKB pro2. So far I like it, trying to decide if I'll keep it or the Pok3r with clears i've been using. I don't think I can afford to keep both (or at very least can't logically justify keeping both, have a fullsize for my home keyboard). One thing is the lack of options for keysets for the HHKB.. but I have black on black so what else do i really want??

Keysets do not matter
HHKB stock keys are perfect even the black on black though we own strictly white topre boards (not racist)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zenless on Thu, 18 June 2015, 13:16:51
I just picked up an HHKB pro2. So far I like it, trying to decide if I'll keep it or the Pok3r with clears i've been using. I don't think I can afford to keep both (or at very least can't logically justify keeping both, have a fullsize for my home keyboard). One thing is the lack of options for keysets for the HHKB.. but I have black on black so what else do i really want??

Keysets do not matter
HHKB stock keys are perfect even the black on black though we own strictly white topre boards (not racist)

Starting to see that, even though some of those. As fancy as those are, i ended up just wanting a cherry profile black on black set for MX keyboards anyway! Which is basically what is on this board anyway.. soo.. just will come down to are topre better than mx
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Thu, 18 June 2015, 13:21:18
I just picked up an HHKB pro2. So far I like it, trying to decide if I'll keep it or the Pok3r with clears i've been using. I don't think I can afford to keep both (or at very least can't logically justify keeping both, have a fullsize for my home keyboard). One thing is the lack of options for keysets for the HHKB.. but I have black on black so what else do i really want??

Keysets do not matter
HHKB stock keys are perfect even the black on black though we own strictly white topre boards (not racist)

Starting to see that, even though some of those. As fancy as those are, i ended up just wanting a cherry profile black on black set for MX keyboards anyway! Which is basically what is on this board anyway.. soo.. just will come down to are topre better than mx

Well... you are doing it the smart way. Buy them and try them; don't go off of all the random opinions (including me and the wyfe's very biased ones toward HHKB). You hardly lose any money selling a near-new board on the classifieds. Renting it for a minimal fee, basically.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bacchus on Sun, 21 June 2015, 17:29:06
Novatouch at the moment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: radio_killah on Sun, 21 June 2015, 18:56:47
356CL Dark Grey Edition. 62g Clears.
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 22 June 2015, 06:26:48
Apple M0116 at the helpdesk.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/uVzCoi6.jpg)


Nice!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mechboards on Mon, 22 June 2015, 06:32:15
Work (At the moment): Filco Majestouch Ninja 2
Home: Ducky Mini V1
Product Review: Cherry MC Board 6.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eun on Mon, 22 June 2015, 06:49:42
Actually, i have a lot of 356 series keyboards..
but i like KOALA keyboard so i use this, because this keyboard have nib g80-3000hav switches ..and no shim plate.
i like this feeling..
(http://postfiles10.naver.net/20140415_57/lyricsit_1397561371440dtX98_JPEG/IMG_7415.JPG?type=w2)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 23 June 2015, 01:08:59
QFR MX black (Hack'd by Geeks keycaps) at home and Ducky Shine 3 Yellow Edition MX black (Filco yellow keycaps) at work.

Yay for linear switches, he said unenthusiastically, but at least the complaints about the noise have stopped.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Tue, 23 June 2015, 23:02:33
Right now IBM Model M 1398601

AEKII is being restored and will become the daily for a while.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EscapeVelocity on Tue, 23 June 2015, 23:19:30
Im really liking this Logitech UltraX Premium Slim.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 2ter on Wed, 24 June 2015, 08:16:22
in the office:
apple m0118, lubed, with damped white sliders and click plates.
a kensington notebook keypad with pcb mounted cherry mx clears for the function keys, on the right side of the mousepad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 24 June 2015, 10:23:44
Right now IBM Model M 1398601

AEKII is being restored and will become the daily for a while.

Yeah, the Lexmark 1398601.  Nice keyboard.  You should see mine.

http://imgur.com/a/p6kmH

Stick with it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ithrowthinqs on Wed, 24 June 2015, 18:40:28
Love the QFR with those keycaps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 25 June 2015, 14:45:31
Still using this thing:
(http://i.imgur.com/yfNP1tD.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theryaner on Fri, 26 June 2015, 05:22:44
Dell QuietKey
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: imogene on Sat, 04 July 2015, 22:31:29
typing on a noppoo lolita keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sat, 04 July 2015, 22:46:38
Switching between these two Realforce 87U this week.

(http://s9.postimg.org/nxq1yws8f/DSC05969.jpg)

The light case is 45g uniform which I use 90% of the time, the black case is 55g uniform.

I took this week off to do a whole bunch of work that required typing (making java programs and reports on them) for about 10 hours a day. The 45g uniform really found a place in my heart this week. I'm tempted to switch the 55g for another 45g, actually.

Mod Edit: fixed img tag.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jhexp on Sun, 05 July 2015, 00:11:26
Ducky YOTH, Blue switches. Love it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 05 July 2015, 11:48:03
Logitech K260 wireless keyboard and wireless mouse.  Still getting my things together.  At least I have a computer up and running now.  No worries.

NVM Back to the IBM keyboard now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dongulator on Mon, 06 July 2015, 08:47:27
Currently a Leopold FC500RR which I use at home and at work. Waiting on a Leopold FC660
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shaussman on Mon, 06 July 2015, 15:01:41
I'm using this sweet HP rubberdome that presumably came with my work computer
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boTy on Tue, 07 July 2015, 11:09:52
Some of the keyboards i'm seeing here are making me jealous as **** :D

Currently using a Blackwidow Tournament Edition. I got it for only € 53 euro including shipping, so i think it's worth the price.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zenless on Tue, 07 July 2015, 19:24:46
At  work (Keep trying other boards and going back to this guy... waiting for either SA Retro or Ivan's black GB):
(http://i.imgur.com/iTuQyK3l.jpg)

At home (AEK I with Salmon Alps, converted to USB with Teensy):
(http://i.imgur.com/fhuteKQl.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Tue, 07 July 2015, 19:28:44
dusted off the HHKB Pro2 (literally it collected dust), it was next in my cycle. i have too many keyboards

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/314/19513540641_484a28a12b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mooksie on Tue, 07 July 2015, 22:09:13
Switching between these two Realforce 87U this week.

Show Image
(http://s9.postimg.org/nxq1yws8f/DSC05969.jpg)


The light case is 45g uniform which I use 90% of the time, the black case is 55g uniform.

I took this week off to do a whole bunch of work that required typing (making java programs and reports on them) for about 10 hours a day. The 45g uniform really found a place in my heart this week. I'm tempted to switch the 55g for another 45g, actually.

Mod Edit: fixed img tag.
The dark case with light caps is awesome! I want an RF just like that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Tue, 07 July 2015, 22:11:06
dusted off the HHKB Pro2 (literally it collected dust), it was next in my cycle. i have too many keyboards

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/314/19513540641_484a28a12b.jpg)


Looks great! i really need to get some white caps for my HHKB!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Tue, 07 July 2015, 22:11:57
Hopped back on my HHKB and I'm starting to like it more and more finally.  About damn time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Tue, 07 July 2015, 22:13:25
Been using my hhkb since I got it, love it! Just need some rubber feet :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mooksie on Tue, 07 July 2015, 22:13:57
I've been exclusively using my new Model M since I got it a week ago.

(http://i.imgur.com/y4FPYKE.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 09 July 2015, 06:04:44
I've been exclusively using my new Model M since I got it a week ago.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/y4FPYKE.jpg)


I guess you like it then :)

Still using Ducky Shine Yellow Edition with MX blacks and Filco yellow keycaps at work, and currently QFR MX blacks and Tai Hao black/orange PBT keycaps at home (generally swapped out for SSK on the weekends).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UKKeycaps on Thu, 09 July 2015, 07:17:21
Poker X with blacks. It's the only mech I've committed to and I like it.

Blacks are pretty awesome in my opinion, getting some switches shipped to me soon for a project so looking forward to expanding my horizons
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nathanrosspowell on Thu, 09 July 2015, 09:01:01
My office board.
(http://i.imgur.com/yaIM3lh.jpg)
(I can't take snaps in the office, so this was the other day when I took it home to have a quick tune up)

DSA is ok. I'm waiting on Hack'd By Geeks which is being shipped along with my HyperFuse order.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 09 July 2015, 12:19:38
Lots of beautiful KBs in here! I just swapped out my Model M for a Tesoro Durandal at the office. The MX switches take some getting used to after using hearty buckling springs for so long.
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EscapeVelocity on Thu, 09 July 2015, 15:06:39
Im using a Noppoo EC108 Pro w/ 40g Topre clones with MX Cherry stems.  Probably wont be keeping it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ludovician on Thu, 09 July 2015, 15:10:05
I've been using my Focus FK-2001 since it arrived on Monday

(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/OTYwWDEyODA=/z/ojQAAOSwT6pVkJC8/$_57.JPG)

I find the switches (white Alps) to be a bit too stiff, but at least these ones are in good condition unlike the other white Alps board I have, which is unbearable to use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Thu, 09 July 2015, 15:25:47
The board I built for SpicyLobotomy. The LEDs in this are fun :)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 09 July 2015, 15:29:38
The board I built for SpicyLobotomy. The LEDs in this are fun :)


Ummm... an epilepsy warning would've been nice... I just came back from the emergency room.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Thu, 09 July 2015, 15:30:27
The board I built for SpicyLobotomy. The LEDs in this are fun :)


Ummm... an epilepsy warning would've been nice... I just came back from the emergency room.
It was just a prank bro...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 09 July 2015, 15:32:26
It was just a prank bro...

Yeah well, pranks can get people ded.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 09 July 2015, 20:40:17
My office board.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yaIM3lh.jpg)

(I can't take snaps in the office, so this was the other day when I took it home to have a quick tune up)

DSA is ok. I'm waiting on Hack'd By Geeks which is being shipped along with my HyperFuse order.

SA profile will take some getting used to after spending some time on DSA, but I think you will eventually come to really appreciate it. And Hack'd by Geeks caps look even better in person, IMO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 09 July 2015, 20:52:46
I've been exclusively using my new Model M since I got it a week ago.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/y4FPYKE.jpg)


Where are all those missing legends?  Very cool actually.  Nice layout.

I'm still using this thing....

(http://i.imgur.com/21cQ3Ov.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rebbit on Fri, 10 July 2015, 03:57:09
QF SI
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Fri, 10 July 2015, 06:39:41
home - filco mx red with GMK orange on charcoal

work - QFR stealth mx red with imsto thick pbt
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Warduke on Fri, 10 July 2015, 12:32:56
White Pok3r with Blues that I got yesterday.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 10 July 2015, 17:59:56
(http://i.imgur.com/90EJtIo.jpg)

This is the sample unit KC60 dropped in a POK3R case. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sat, 11 July 2015, 00:17:29
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/90EJtIo.jpg)


This is the sample unit KC60 dropped in a POK3R case.

I really wish I had got one just for those caps lol. Nice looking keyboard too, but I really like those caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sat, 11 July 2015, 00:56:28
Yeah they are pretty nice caps, I like the purple.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LunarisDream on Sat, 11 July 2015, 01:58:25
Winkeyless B.87 w/ acrylic RGB diffuser case and clears swapped to SPRiT's 78g springs, lubed, and stickered, with Pledge-double-dipped clear Gateron switch tops and sky blue sip-socketed LEDs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meow a cat on Sat, 11 July 2015, 01:58:34
My IBM Model F AT.  ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/CRbeMid.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metal369 on Sun, 12 July 2015, 02:22:12
(http://i.imgur.com/lI3L4jo.jpg)


356CL V2.

Its polycarbonate partial back-up plate give me a great feeling.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Sun, 12 July 2015, 12:21:39
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lI3L4jo.jpg)



356CL V2.

Its polycarbonate partial back-up plate give me a great feeling.

Wow. That is just gorgeous.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hasu on Sun, 12 July 2015, 15:01:44
Typing on this old phat 60.
(http://i.imgur.com/p4w1VNkh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sun, 12 July 2015, 22:57:12
I've been exclusively using my new Model M since I got it a week ago.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/y4FPYKE.jpg)


Did you get the blanks from Unicomp?

Something you may want to try, if you haven't come across it already, is to order a set of 4 or 8 grey blanks and put that either in the center or on both sides of the number row. That way, you can have a blank board but still have something to reference the number row, and it doesn't really look out of place.

Looking great, though. Love the blank beige/grey combination.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Mon, 13 July 2015, 16:14:10
Typing on this old phat 60.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p4w1VNkh.jpg)


Weird -- there's no CTRL key! How do you deal with that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 13 July 2015, 18:04:38
Still using my "silenced" Novatouch with my Hack'd by Geeks set. I love it. I just put a towel under the board to isolate it from the desk. The difference in noise is so noticeable, damn. I had to since I woke up my girlfriend otherwise. I should do some recording at some point when I have the motivation and the time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 14 July 2015, 05:50:48
Typing on this old phat 60.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p4w1VNkh.jpg)


Weird -- there's no CTRL key! How do you deal with that?

There's no Esc either!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Tue, 14 July 2015, 08:17:57
My IBM Model F AT.  ;D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CRbeMid.jpg?1)


cool stuff never seen before wireless F/AT unless ur using brainwaves to send IRQ to ps2 port:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Tue, 14 July 2015, 10:38:37
There's no Esc either!

Oh wow, didn't notice that. On a Mac, you can probably live without ESC for many things (you can often type CMD+. to stop or cancel something), but there are definitely shortcuts for a lot of things that require CTRL. I guess early Apple OSes didn't need it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SquawkVFR on Tue, 14 July 2015, 15:09:49
KUL ES-87 with blues... This is the best feeling mx board I have ever typed on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 14 July 2015, 17:13:29
There's no Esc either!

Oh wow, didn't notice that. On a Mac, you can probably live without ESC for many things (you can often type CMD+. to stop or cancel something), but there are definitely shortcuts for a lot of things that require CTRL. I guess early Apple OSes didn't need it.

I noticed Esc was missing straight away!

The usual alternative would be Ctrl-[ and then I noticed Ctrl was missing too :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dwk396 on Tue, 14 July 2015, 19:45:01
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lI3L4jo.jpg)



356CL V2.

Its polycarbonate partial back-up plate give me a great feeling.

wow...that looks so awesome
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kurplop on Fri, 17 July 2015, 19:03:45
What else? You'll never see an Alumaplop owner using anything else!
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Seranite on Fri, 17 July 2015, 21:28:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lI3L4jo.jpg)



356CL V2.

Its polycarbonate partial back-up plate give me a great feeling.

Gah, that's freaking beautiful...I love dem blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Fri, 17 July 2015, 23:23:23
What else? You'll never see an Alumaplop owner using anything else!
(Attachment Link)

I somehow hate you and love you simultaneously right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kurplop on Sat, 18 July 2015, 05:20:55
What else? You'll never see an Alumaplop owner using anything else!
(Attachment Link)

I somehow hate you and love you simultaneously right now.

Relationships are like that sometimes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jdcarpe on Sat, 18 July 2015, 08:42:33
Dell SK-8115. One at home, one at work. Pretty darn good for a rubber dome over membrane. I disassembled one for painting, and learned why I like these Dells. Slider (attached to keycap) in a channel over the rubber dome sheet. Under the domes are a pair of membranes, very much like what are in an IBM Model M.

I painted the one I use at home white. Now I just need to swap those green LEDs for blue ones.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 18 July 2015, 09:40:50
What else? You'll never see an Alumaplop owner using anything else!
(Attachment Link)

IT'S SO CUTE SQUEEEEEEEEEE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: t888 on Sat, 18 July 2015, 11:08:59
Switched to using a slightly larger keyboard from my HHKB Pro 2 to a Realforce 87u 55g.  I've been using the Realforce for most of my daily computing activities, and have moved my HHKB for use with my Raspberry Pi projects.   Hard to go wrong with these ones.. they make my work a little bit more enjoyable.

(http://i.imgur.com/Rrct330.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Toad1677 on Sat, 18 July 2015, 11:44:21
Just picked up an Kul ES-87 with Greens and I'm loving it.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snarfangel on Sat, 18 July 2015, 11:56:56
I am using my new (to me) purchase.
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/pl4AAOSwBLlVTSNf/$_57.JPG)

New keycaps come next week, and I am going to change from the Maltron format (it has a Maltron and a QWERTY layer, accessible by the top left button) to a home brewed variant.

It's okay to feel jealous.  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sat, 18 July 2015, 15:33:02
I am using my new (to me) purchase.
Show Image
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/pl4AAOSwBLlVTSNf/$_57.JPG)


New keycaps come next week, and I am going to change from the Maltron format (it has a Maltron and a QWERTY layer, accessible by the top left button) to a home brewed variant.

It's okay to feel jealous.  :p


It must be pretty hard to get used to such a board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 18 July 2015, 21:40:30
My newly USB-converted 107-key 4704 Model F. Types like a dream, really. Just need to ANSI mod it and I'm not sure I'll ever type prose on anything else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Sat, 18 July 2015, 22:18:43
My Alps 60% with Orange Alps from a IIGS, keycaps from an AEKII, hasu's 60% Alps PCB, and nubbinator's AEKII 60% plate. Right at home in a black TEX aluminum case.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/440/19335195338_94cecb7a8d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vszVWS)
Custom Alps 60% Keyboard (https://flic.kr/p/vszVWS) by Nick Bair (https://www.flickr.com/photos/njbair/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 18 July 2015, 22:28:28
My Alps 60% with Orange Alps from a IIGS, keycaps from an AEKII, hasu's 60% Alps PCB, and nubbinator's AEKII 60% plate. Right at home in a black TEX aluminum case.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/440/19335195338_94cecb7a8d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vszVWS)
Custom Alps 60% Keyboard (https://flic.kr/p/vszVWS) by Nick Bair (https://www.flickr.com/photos/njbair/), on Flickr

Dang, that's really nice!   :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: qortra on Sat, 18 July 2015, 22:29:22
[attachimg=1]
I use a Rosewill RK-9000 Cherry MX Red for my gaming system.
The keycaps are a hodgepodge of some cheap red caps I purchased from Ebay, the original Rosewill caps, and some caps from a Leopold Otaku.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 18 July 2015, 23:20:48
hhkb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phosphoric on Sun, 19 July 2015, 00:50:14
using a ducky shine 4 with vortex pbt blanks and blue switches at home and an aek ii with hasu's adb-usb converter at work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bueller on Sun, 19 July 2015, 01:54:52
Black Alu Case
Stainless Plate
Ctrl.Alt60 PCB
62g Clears

(http://i.imgur.com/N8weRMv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gEi4msN.jpg[)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 19 July 2015, 01:57:01
I'm getting away with an SSK for the weekend, as long as I'm not up too late typing on it while everyone else is trying to sleep.

Back to HHKB for next week though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Sun, 19 July 2015, 10:21:57
My Alps 60% with Orange Alps from a IIGS, keycaps from an AEKII, hasu's 60% Alps PCB, and nubbinator's AEKII 60% plate. Right at home in a black TEX aluminum case.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/440/19335195338_94cecb7a8d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vszVWS)
Custom Alps 60% Keyboard (https://flic.kr/p/vszVWS) by Nick Bair (https://www.flickr.com/photos/njbair/), on Flickr

this is magnificent
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Sun, 19 July 2015, 12:36:24
Murica

(http://i.imgur.com/IH5zAdD.jpg)

Edit:

Less blurry version.

(http://i.imgur.com/A0E5aLn.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rm-rf on Sun, 19 July 2015, 14:08:17
rs96 - red scarf III...
finally finished...
vintage clicky whites... from 1980
various keys, kinda ugly. but I am loving the layout so far.
still contemplating building an external case for it...

(http://i.imgur.com/7MtWUsW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/WJHEKom.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 19 July 2015, 14:45:55
rs96 - red scarf III...
finally finished...
vintage clicky whites... from 1980
various keys, kinda ugly. but I am loving the layout so far.
still contemplating building an external case for it...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7MtWUsW.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WJHEKom.jpg)


I'm going to ignore the obvious questions and get to the real meat of the topic at hand.

How on earth did you get an upside down Menu key?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rm-rf on Sun, 19 July 2015, 15:12:42
rs96 - red scarf III...
finally finished...
vintage clicky whites... from 1980
various keys, kinda ugly. but I am loving the layout so far.
still contemplating building an external case for it...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7MtWUsW.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WJHEKom.jpg)


I'm going to ignore the obvious questions and get to the real meat of the topic at hand.

How on earth did you get an upside down Menu key?

haha! oh that. it was in a crap bag i bought a while back from nubbinator.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 19 July 2015, 15:57:13
Black Alu Case
Stainless Plate
Ctrl.Alt60 PCB
62g Clears

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/N8weRMv.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gEi4msN.jpg[)


Nice.  I'm using one those cases also.

Sprit60 with lubed 62g Vintage Blacks.

(http://i.imgur.com/AWA9O7B.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rPiBkcM.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sun, 19 July 2015, 16:13:22
(http://i.imgur.com/2unduVa.jpg)

My new baby.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Sun, 19 July 2015, 18:37:43
Deck Hassium Pro w/Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jokrik on Sun, 19 July 2015, 21:25:42

Nice.  I'm using one those cases also.

Sprit60 with lubed 62g Vintage Blacks.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/AWA9O7B.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rPiBkcM.jpg)


This is sexy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 19 July 2015, 22:02:22

Nice.  I'm using one those cases also.

Sprit60 with lubed 62g Vintage Blacks.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/AWA9O7B.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rPiBkcM.jpg)


This is sexy!

Thank you  :)

Now I want to find a grey KMAC like yours, but with the win blockers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jukaduke1184 on Wed, 22 July 2015, 21:22:58
Alternated through cherry red and cherry blue, but I settled on the 45g Topre switch. Specifically, I'm using a Realforce 45g uniform TKL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 22 July 2015, 22:06:22
Brand new NMB RT8255C+ with clicky Space Invaders. It's my 3rd space invaders board but being brand new is a little different.

Going to do a review on this keyboard in the near future as it's really quirky. For example, the clicker is a unique piece that doesn't really affect travel (nor can it really be felt). As such, you can activate the key without a click. It also clicks on both the downstroke and the upstroke, but depending on how far you press/release it.

You can also remove the clicker piece easily from any switch, so you can choose which keys are clicky and which are linear. I kind of like not having clicky spacebar, shift, and enter keys.

Very interesting board indeed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 23 July 2015, 05:14:02
At work using this beauty :)

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 23 July 2015, 07:07:22
At work using this beauty :)

(Attachment Link)


I bet you have the most flashy keyboard of all, don't you? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Warduke on Sat, 25 July 2015, 22:38:53
Back to my work horse, the QFR. While the Pok3r is awesome, I truly hadn't realized how much I use the F keys, home/end/page up/page down and arrow keys. Now I know for sure, it's tenkeyless for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 26 July 2015, 02:56:19
At work using this beauty :)

(Attachment Link)


I bet you have the most flashy keyboard of all, don't you? :D

At work?  One other guy is using a Ducky Shine 1 with green LEDs (my keyboard too, actually).  Everyone else is using membrane keyboards and doesn't seem to care either way.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: darkspider on Sun, 26 July 2015, 08:14:51
I got an IBM model F 84 key in my rack today and is typing this words with it now.
But I found some inconvenience with the key sequence of it, and I'm going to keep using my familiar IBM Model M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sun, 26 July 2015, 10:17:32
Using my KMAC happy.

(http://i.imgur.com/hv64Svs.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madhias on Sun, 26 July 2015, 15:48:56
The one of my laptop, really need a proper bluetooth model. Looking for a 40% GON, or similar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sun, 26 July 2015, 15:51:52
Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lord of Narwhals on Sun, 26 July 2015, 16:04:32
Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...
Don't like the switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sun, 26 July 2015, 17:26:13
Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...
Don't like the switches?

No they're my favourite switches, I just did a really crappy job on tuning them. Don't know how or why, this is the only time it happened.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rf87 on Sun, 26 July 2015, 22:21:57
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 27 July 2015, 02:34:09
Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...
Don't like the switches?

No they're my favourite switches, I just did a really crappy job on tuning them. Don't know how or why, this is the only time it happened.


Ergo clears?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GalacticPirate on Mon, 27 July 2015, 04:28:21
I just received my Pok3r with MX Reds today, so I'm using that right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 27 July 2015, 06:00:13
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D

Just for typing?  Or for programming, or maybe gaming too?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ttzhou on Mon, 27 July 2015, 08:37:43
Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...

hwat, your miami one? I remember trying it, it felt as good as the GON tuned ones I have on my board...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 27 July 2015, 16:52:57
Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...
Don't like the switches?

No they're my favourite switches, I just did a really crappy job on tuning them. Don't know how or why, this is the only time it happened.


Ergo clears?

Yes 62g

Using my GON. The more I use it the more I hate it. I really need to rebuild it ...

hwat, your miami one? I remember trying it, it felt as good as the GON tuned ones I have on my board...

No your board definitely feels 10000x better than mine lol trust me
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rf87 on Tue, 28 July 2015, 00:50:06
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D

Just for typing?  Or for programming, or maybe gaming too?

Since I have bought it, my tasks have involved mostly typing and so I have been typically spending nearly 4-5 hours each weekday doing that. I find the variable to be particularly suited for typing.

I am not a programmer, but I daresay I am going to start programming soon :). I haven't played a game on PC in nearly four years, so I couldn't tell you how good it would be for that purpose.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 28 July 2015, 05:08:51
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D

Just for typing?  Or for programming, or maybe gaming too?

Since I have bought it, my tasks have involved mostly typing and so I have been typically spending nearly 4-5 hours each weekday doing that. I find the variable to be particularly suited for typing.

I am not a programmer, but I daresay I am going to start programming soon :). I haven't played a game on PC in nearly four years, so I couldn't tell you how good it would be for that purpose.

Thanks for that :)

Everyone says that variable weighting is not good for gaming, and I can understand way, but I don't think I've ever read a comment from someone who has actually tried it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 28 July 2015, 17:20:04
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D

Just for typing?  Or for programming, or maybe gaming too?

Since I have bought it, my tasks have involved mostly typing and so I have been typically spending nearly 4-5 hours each weekday doing that. I find the variable to be particularly suited for typing.

I am not a programmer, but I daresay I am going to start programming soon :) . I haven't played a game on PC in nearly four years, so I couldn't tell you how good it would be for that purpose.


I would be interesting in hearing your feedback about your feels while mixing programming and variable weight. If you don't mind sharing your thoughts with us of course. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rf87 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 01:45:25
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D

Just for typing?  Or for programming, or maybe gaming too?

Since I have bought it, my tasks have involved mostly typing and so I have been typically spending nearly 4-5 hours each weekday doing that. I find the variable to be particularly suited for typing.

I am not a programmer, but I daresay I am going to start programming soon :). I haven't played a game on PC in nearly four years, so I couldn't tell you how good it would be for that purpose.

Thanks for that :)

Everyone says that variable weighting is not good for gaming, and I can understand way, but I don't think I've ever read a comment from someone who has actually tried it.

I can understand how variable would feel weird when playing games. One might expect the same crisp response from an 'A' as from a 'D'--only to be disappointed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 30 July 2015, 01:57:00
The best keyboard in the world.

Aych aych kay bee
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rf87 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 02:15:52
Using a Realforce 87 UB variable--and loving it!!   ;D

Just for typing?  Or for programming, or maybe gaming too?

Since I have bought it, my tasks have involved mostly typing and so I have been typically spending nearly 4-5 hours each weekday doing that. I find the variable to be particularly suited for typing.

I am not a programmer, but I daresay I am going to start programming soon :) . I haven't played a game on PC in nearly four years, so I couldn't tell you how good it would be for that purpose.


I would be interesting in hearing your feedback about your feels while mixing programming and variable weight. If you don't mind sharing your thoughts with us of course. :)

I did a little bit of Verilog and Tcl, but nothing major that would require me spending hours typing special characters the way coders do. However, a majority of these characters being in the 40-30 g range, I would presume the typing to be more ergonomic compared to a 55 g (or even a 45 g). But I cannot be a 100% certain and so I will be sure to share my experience on programming with a variable when I get a chance to do so.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eddie on Thu, 30 July 2015, 03:17:04
lame-o kul es 87 w/ mx blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 30 July 2015, 06:51:29
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/30/abde7118364d9735b2f5b837119d6d2f.jpg)

The secret pullout keyboard on the copier.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 30 July 2015, 13:27:57
THANKS TO HASU I CAN FINALLY USE MY DT-35 AGAIN WITHOUT MAKING 9001 TYPOS

(http://i.imgur.com/CJV0nr3.jpg)

I gotta get rid of this big ass enter though holy **** so annoying idk how to mod it. Also cutting it down to TKL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 30 July 2015, 13:39:58
I'm modding my DT35 now
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dracarnion on Thu, 30 July 2015, 20:32:33
Show Image
(http://i61.tinypic.com/2czbl9f.png)

my bby with Pulse SA and a Sprit acrylic case, looking for a clack to get for it :v (sorry 4 the potato pic)

Please let me know if you wanna sell that Pulse set/board  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ryukuxyz on Thu, 30 July 2015, 20:50:43
Using a NovaTouch with Vortex PBT+POM Doubleshot caps ATM, waiting on my Jelly POMs from qtan to arrive so I can switch the caps out.  Really want to switch back to a backlit board though, I miss my DS3...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Axollott on Thu, 30 July 2015, 20:54:33
The Novatouch I just bought.  ^-^  ^-^  ^-^  ^-^
And first post using it.

Obligatory potato:

(http://i.imgur.com/txVfDHC.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 30 July 2015, 21:02:59
I went back to my KC108 with greys for a while, but it has really started to tire my fingers out. So I switched to my V60 Mini with greens but the cable is a bit short :( Might go back to my RGB KC 104 for a while.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 21:07:11
I went back to my KC108 with greys for a while, but it has really started to tire my fingers out. So I switched to my V60 Mini with greens but the cable is a bit short :( Might go back to my RGB KC 104 for a while.

Maybe soon you'll do a controller and LED swap and use that 2595 katushkin.
http://imgur.com/a/O7ayY
I am still using mine.  Every time I see this thread I wanna post it again!  What the....?
I think everybody knows what I am using by now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 30 July 2015, 21:07:12
Infinity, standard layout, MX browns, Hack'd by Geeks. Browns aren't my favorite but they're relatively quiet for here at home. My office is right next to the kids' rooms.

I've downsized my desk here at home, so now I've got a single monitor and a 60% keyboard. Feelin' pretty minimalistic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 30 July 2015, 22:21:56
I went back to my KC108 with greys for a while, but it has really started to tire my fingers out. So I switched to my V60 Mini with greens but the cable is a bit short :( Might go back to my RGB KC 104 for a while.

Maybe soon you'll do a controller and LED swap and use that 2595 katushkin.
http://imgur.com/a/O7ayY
I am still using mine.  Every time I see this thread I wanna post it again!  What the....?
I think everybody knows what I am using by now.

Yeahhhh, I really should.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: amigastar on Fri, 31 July 2015, 20:38:59
For now i'm using a Filco Majestouch 2 Brown which i only have for testing.
My regular KB is the Ducky Zero Brown.
Compared to the Filco the Ducky Zero has more wiggling keys and the spacebar sound on the filco is also better, all in all i would say the filco is the better product even with the higher price.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Fri, 31 July 2015, 23:21:35
Silver Koala w/ Purple Dyesub Keycaps, and these ergo clears are the smoothest ergo clears I have ever felt, definitely a big fan of them. I was planning on replacing the switches, but what I will just end up doing is replacing the stickers and adding clear tops as well as SIP sockets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamdox on Sat, 01 August 2015, 00:03:39
Brand new NMB RT8255C+ with clicky Space Invaders. It's my 3rd space invaders board but being brand new is a little different.

Very interesting board indeed.

Where did you get it new?  How different is it from used?

I love the space invaders, the NMBs are criminally underappreciated in my opinion.

Anyway, I got a iigs apple keyboard that I'm using, along with my old ducky shine ii with clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sat, 01 August 2015, 00:08:40
Silver Koala w/ Purple Dyesub Keycaps, and these ergo clears are the smoothest ergo clears I have ever felt, definitely a big fan of them. I was planning on replacing the switches, but what I will just end up doing is replacing the stickers and adding clear tops as well as SIP sockets.

What purple dye subs? o.O also show us them curves.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sethk_ on Sat, 01 August 2015, 00:52:01

Silver Koala w/ Purple Dyesub Keycaps, and these ergo clears are the smoothest ergo clears I have ever felt, definitely a big fan of them. I was planning on replacing the switches, but what I will just end up doing is replacing the stickers and adding clear tops as well as SIP sockets.

What purple dye subs? o.O also show us them curves.
Gateron dyesubs, really nice and cherry profile
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpartanD63 on Sat, 01 August 2015, 01:43:15
I'm currently toying with my new (to me) Model F XT. Seems to be quite nice so far, just an odd layout.

As I toy with it, I'll decide whether to use it or the '88 Model M on my main machine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Carcharocles on Sat, 01 August 2015, 04:17:03
Using the simple, love-it-or-hate-it Rosewill RK9000 Gen 2 with Cherry MX browns. Been going strong for a few years now, too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Selquist979 on Sat, 01 August 2015, 08:03:05
Currently rocking a KUL ES-87 Smoke Proton White MX Blues and loving it. Going to have to get a new keyset for it though as the caps that come with it are pretty much garbage.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zenless on Mon, 03 August 2015, 11:03:05
Currently rocking a KUL ES-87 Smoke Proton White MX Blues and loving it. Going to have to get a new keyset for it though as the caps that come with it are pretty much garbage.

Truth. I have the same with clears. Great board but couldn't stand the caps it came with, even though it feels giant after using a 60% for a while. But switching to PBT caps made it all the better. I went with granite for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: darkspider on Mon, 03 August 2015, 11:31:49
I once decided not to use my IBM Model F 84 key, but I found IBM Model F's old-school key sequence useful when I edit text on vim and have reviewed the decision.
And now my Model F is in my daily use :-)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aklt on Mon, 03 August 2015, 11:36:30
Posting, so that I may look forward to updating this thread with something more sensible...

I am using a logitech K120, W00t!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 04 August 2015, 02:49:34
brought these three badboyus to work , will rotate them for a while.
(http://i.imgur.com/w84QrKy.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Axollott on Tue, 04 August 2015, 03:04:59
brought these three badboyus to work , will rotate them for a while.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/w84QrKy.jpg)


I love the Miami keyset. I got into this forum too late to join the GB. I hope someday one will give me theirs for cheap. But it's all only dreams...  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 04 August 2015, 03:10:29
brought these three badboyus to work , will rotate them for a while.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/w84QrKy.jpg)


I love the Miami keyset. I got into this forum too late to join the GB. I hope someday one will give me theirs for cheap. But it's all only dreams...  :))

Actually its a taobao miami PBT keyset from Mechanicalkeyboards. Its doubleshot pbt and i wanted to see how it felt. Must say i like it so far. It was a bit sticky when i got it, but it wore off after a llittle use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Axollott on Tue, 04 August 2015, 03:14:05
brought these three badboyus to work , will rotate them for a while.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/w84QrKy.jpg)


I love the Miami keyset. I got into this forum too late to join the GB. I hope someday one will give me theirs for cheap. But it's all only dreams...  :))

Oh thnx for the tip.

Actually its a taobao miami PBT keyset from Mechanicalkeyboards. Its doubleshot pbt and i wanted to see how it felt. Must say i like it so far. It was a bit sticky when i got it, but it wore off after a llittle use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snarfarlarkus on Tue, 04 August 2015, 03:18:42
brought these three badboyus to work , will rotate them for a while.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/w84QrKy.jpg)


What is that top left keyboard and what switch? Looks very interesting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 04 August 2015, 03:38:34
brought these three badboyus to work , will rotate them for a while.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/w84QrKy.jpg)


What is that top left keyboard and what switch? Looks very interesting.

its a KMAC happy with ergo clears. And a Granite DSA keycaps. I love it, been using it way too much lately :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Tue, 04 August 2015, 04:03:20
I get distracted watching the RGB's change color underneath.

(http://i.imgur.com/IRkJgsE.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 04 August 2015, 04:07:31
I get distracted watching the RGB's change color underneath.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/IRkJgsE.jpg)


65% masterrace.

soon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Tue, 04 August 2015, 04:09:59

65% masterrace.

soon

This guy gets it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shaussman on Tue, 04 August 2015, 11:21:26
I get distracted watching the RGB's change color underneath.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/IRkJgsE.jpg)


65% masterrace.

soon

I don't get why so many people like normal 60%s. I don't like small keyboards in general but at least a 65% seems like it'd be workable...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 04 August 2015, 16:48:08
I get distracted watching the RGB's change color underneath.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/IRkJgsE.jpg)


65% masterrace.

soon

I don't get why so many people like normal 60%s. I don't like small keyboards in general but at least a 65% seems like it'd be workable...


The only thing I don't like with 60% are working with number as you need to hold down shift.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nathanrosspowell on Tue, 04 August 2015, 16:54:31
I get distracted watching the RGB's change color underneath.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/IRkJgsE.jpg)


65% masterrace.

soon

I don't get why so many people like normal 60%s. I don't like small keyboards in general but at least a 65% seems like it'd be workable...


The only thing I don't like with 60% are working with number as you need to hold down shift.

Wut? The number keys on a 60% are the same as any other board without a numpad  :) Do you mean working with the function keys, as you have to hold down function?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Tue, 04 August 2015, 17:01:11
I get distracted watching the RGB's change color underneath.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/IRkJgsE.jpg)


65% masterrace.

soon

I don't get why so many people like normal 60%s. I don't like small keyboards in general but at least a 65% seems like it'd be workable...


The only thing I don't like with 60% are working with number as you need to hold down shift.

Wut? The number keys on a 60% are the same as any other board without a numpad  :) Do you mean working with the function keys, as you have to hold down function?


You are right indeed. I think I just don't really like not using the numpad in the end. I'm definitely slower using the shift and numbers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: docwlad on Tue, 04 August 2015, 17:32:34
Currently using this HHKB. Been using it for a while now, still loving it.
(https://i.imgur.com/bO5mTsp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Wed, 05 August 2015, 03:25:04
Currently using this HHKB. Been using it for a while now, still loving it.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/bO5mTsp.jpg)



Really cool blue Esc matching the blue cable. Nice board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Wed, 05 August 2015, 05:07:57
Found this old girl on the side of the road with her cable cut and missing an arrow and minus keycap.
Gave her a good clean up, a fellow 'M' owner kindly donated an arrow key (and threw in a red esc key as well), I fabricated a replica cable using the original sdl connector and a ps/2 extension cable and gave her a screw mod.
[attach=1]

Still have to get hold of the minus keycap but shipping to Australia is $30+  ouch!

Using this at work and it is one big beautiful step up from the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000 (even though I cleaned and lubed it too).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 05 August 2015, 05:43:32
Found this old girl on the side of the road with her cable cut and missing an arrow and minus keycap.
Gave her a good clean up, a fellow 'M' owner kindly donated an arrow key (and threw in a red esc key as well), I fabricated a replica cable using the original sdl connector and a ps/2 extension cable and gave her a screw mod.
(Attachment Link)

Still have to get hold of the minus keycap but shipping to Australia is $30+  ouch!

Using this at work and it is one big beautiful step up from the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000 (even though I cleaned and lubed it too).

Nice find!  They clean up pretty well too :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meow a cat on Wed, 05 August 2015, 08:53:04
Using my Phantom!  ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/EhSuxPo.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Wed, 05 August 2015, 13:46:56
Using my Phantom!  ;D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/EhSuxPo.jpg)


It has a brother!

(http://i.imgur.com/84C9DkA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: darkspider on Wed, 05 August 2015, 19:44:51
Found this old girl on the side of the road with her cable cut and missing an arrow and minus keycap.
Gave her a good clean up, a fellow 'M' owner kindly donated an arrow key (and threw in a red esc key as well), I fabricated a replica cable using the original sdl connector and a ps/2 extension cable and gave her a screw mod.
(Attachment Link)

Still have to get hold of the minus keycap but shipping to Australia is $30+  ouch!

Using this at work and it is one big beautiful step up from the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000 (even though I cleaned and lubed it too).

wow, a lucky finding!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: docwlad on Wed, 05 August 2015, 19:51:12
Really cool blue Esc matching the blue cable. Nice board!

Thanks! The awesomeness of the cable is completely thanks to Zeal. Just lucky he had had a shade of blue that matched the Esc key, haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Thu, 06 August 2015, 00:30:56
Found this old girl on the side of the road with her cable cut and missing an arrow and minus keycap.
Gave her a good clean up, a fellow 'M' owner kindly donated an arrow key (and threw in a red esc key as well), I fabricated a replica cable using the original sdl connector and a ps/2 extension cable and gave her a screw mod.
(Attachment Link)

Still have to get hold of the minus keycap but shipping to Australia is $30+  ouch!

Using this at work and it is one big beautiful step up from the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000 (even though I cleaned and lubed it too).

Nice find!  They clean up pretty well too :)

Found this old girl on the side of the road with her cable cut and missing an arrow and minus keycap.
Gave her a good clean up, a fellow 'M' owner kindly donated an arrow key (and threw in a red esc key as well), I fabricated a replica cable using the original sdl connector and a ps/2 extension cable and gave her a screw mod.
(Attachment Link)

Still have to get hold of the minus keycap but shipping to Australia is $30+  ouch!

Using this at work and it is one big beautiful step up from the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000 (even though I cleaned and lubed it too).

wow, a lucky finding!

Thanks guys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: amigastar on Thu, 06 August 2015, 07:48:39
I'm using my Ducky Zero again, which makes me sad because i got a Filco Majestouch 2 for a week.
Idk if it's just me but the filco felt more responsive. They are both browns switches.
Also the keycaps didn't wiggle as much and spacebar sound was also much nicer. They were also more crisp (probably because of the less wiggle)
all i know is when i have the money i will buy me a filco.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Fri, 07 August 2015, 11:11:20
Just built this sample Sprit Edition FaceW for work here at MK:

(http://i.imgur.com/5AtPpuO.jpg?1)

Gateron Featherweight Clears (35g)
SIP socket mod to each and every switch
Clear Keyswitch Tops (Gateron)
Frosted Acrylic Case
Grey Ducky Keycaps

People may complain about the Clack, but this keyboard Pops, baby!  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Sat, 08 August 2015, 01:52:04
this one :)
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=74268.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Sat, 08 August 2015, 08:05:50
(http://i.imgur.com/FWreUgW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ribozyme on Sat, 08 August 2015, 09:49:16
lame-o kul es 87 w/ mx blacks

Hey I want to purchase that exact keyboard, what's wrong with it? Can you tell me how the stabilizers feel on the backspace enter and shifts?
Thanks.

Using a ducky mini with the nice thick bezels and cherry mx reds, vortex cherry profile laser etched pbt, o-rings. Don't know why but gaming with it is not comfy. I don't know if it is the caps, switch or height/angle of the board. My guess is the switch so I am back to black. Loving it for typing though, very quiet except for rattling backspace.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cicada88 on Sun, 09 August 2015, 16:28:34
[attachimg=1]

[attachimg=2]

[attachimg=3]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BigEdMustapha on Sun, 09 August 2015, 19:22:44
Use a ducky shine mini YotH with blues with my macbook, and a HHKB Pro2 attached to my desktop.  Next board will probably be a Ducky year of the goat with clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rf87 on Tue, 11 August 2015, 03:30:01
(Attachment Link)

(Attachment Link)

(Attachment Link)

Those green keycaps look great. Where did you buy those from?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Thu, 13 August 2015, 05:44:40
MX red
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Manupenez on Fri, 14 August 2015, 04:08:13
My pok3r :3 Can't wait for getting my Dolch
(http://i.imgur.com/l58FG0q.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Merlijn on Sun, 16 August 2015, 03:29:25
My pok3r :3 Can't wait for getting my Dolch
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/l58FG0q.jpg)


Hi, fellow Swiss guy speaking here, where did you get those braided usb cables?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tuha0jin on Sun, 16 August 2015, 04:21:27
On the go : HHKB Pro 2 with blue spray painted case
Home : CM Storm Novatouch with Vortex Doubleshot PBT Keycaps, inverted space bar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 16 August 2015, 04:36:23
GON Nerd60 with lubed 62g Clears.  I'm gonna have to work on trying to get this GMK TA color to turn out right.   

(http://i.imgur.com/5edzxIr.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sun, 16 August 2015, 05:00:36
GON Nerd60 with lubed 62g Clears.  I'm gonna have to work on trying to get this GMK TA color to turn out right.   

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5edzxIr.jpg)



Nice board nonetheless and nice picture!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 16 August 2015, 15:19:27
STILL KMAC, AT THIS POINT JUST SWITCHING KEYSETS TO FEEL SOMETHING. 456 GET DONE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thumper_ on Sun, 16 August 2015, 15:33:06
B.87 Art work an at home. Have a duck shine 3 Tkl also but never used it since the b.87
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 16 August 2015, 16:20:35
This one still:
(http://i.imgur.com/Y1i3eqc.jpg?1)
... just the same ol' keyboard.....

Edit!  I hate that cat hair!  I had to do another shoot!  Drives me INSANE!

(http://i.imgur.com/JBjDvk8.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Trixton on Sun, 16 August 2015, 17:05:32
Work:

[attach=1]

Realforce 87U 55g

Home:

[attach=2]

KUL ES-87 w/Cherry MX Brown
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 17 August 2015, 05:33:14
Work:

(Attachment Link)

Realforce 87U 55g

Home:

(Attachment Link)

KUL ES-87 w/Cherry MX Brown

Welcome to Geekhack!

That's a nice pair of boards you have :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 18 August 2015, 10:24:53
[attachimg=1]

Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 19 August 2015, 18:56:37
(Attachment Link)

Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

How is the Kludge?  I'm intrigued by it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Wed, 19 August 2015, 22:42:09
(Attachment Link)

Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

How is the Kludge?  I'm intrigued by it.

I have a 45g Noppoo EC108-Pro which is basically the same as the Royal Kludge but without LEDs (same OEM, and I think even the same mold is used for the case). I've never had a chance to try a legit Topre board, but I'd say the Noppoo is nice enough to type on. However, it's not the transcendent experience described by so many Topre fans, so I wonder what subtle differences exist between the two.

My guess is, it's as good as a Novatouch but nowhere near as good as a RealForce.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 19 August 2015, 22:42:24
(Attachment Link)

Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

How is the Kludge?  I'm intrigued by it.
Initial impressions are it could benefit from lubing both the switches for smoothness and definitely the stabilizers for noise.

I'm not usually a fan of costar stabilizers but these were easier to change caps than others I've tried.

I like the smaller case profile.

But yeah it's no realforce.

Also it might be the SA caps or the monster I'm drinking but I swear this thing pings.  ???
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nathanrosspowell on Wed, 19 August 2015, 22:54:49
Late one in  the office... terrible lighting, but just for kicks:

(http://i.imgur.com/ZIKymyd.jpg)

No one be disturbing me or trying to type on this board  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boTy on Thu, 20 August 2015, 03:06:53
Just got the Cherry G80-3000M from a reddit user, it's got MX Blacks and really nice thick PBT keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Thu, 20 August 2015, 03:11:12
Late one in  the office... terrible lighting, but just for kicks:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ZIKymyd.jpg)

  • KUL ES-87
  • Gateron PBT dark grey blanks
  • CST LaserTRAC trackball
  • Noko TKL wrist rest
  • Bose Quiet Comfort

No one be disturbing me or trying to type on this board  :cool:

Clean. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nathanrosspowell on Thu, 20 August 2015, 09:08:31
Clean. :thumb:
Cheers ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Thu, 20 August 2015, 09:31:30
A pair of stock Apple keyboards. At home, I'm moving twice in the next 4 months, so my BlackWidow TE Chroma Stealth is in storage. For the time being, I'll be on my MacBook Pro's built-in keyboard. It's one of the "classic" models so none of that shallow key travel cr@p that's part of Apple's current crop of notebooks. If I had the knowledge, I'd love to create an external mechanical keyboard that mimics MacBook Pro's layout.

I'm moving desks at work, so I have to mothball my HHKB Type-S for the next couple days. Right now I'm typing on a standard iMac keyboard. It's not the worst thing in the world, but being away from silenced Topre goodness gives me a sad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boTy on Thu, 20 August 2015, 10:16:24
A pair of stock Apple keyboards. At home, I'm moving twice in the next 4 months, so my BlackWidow TE Chroma Stealth is in storage. For the time being, I'll be on my MacBook Pro's built-in keyboard. It's one of the "classic" models so none of that shallow key travel cr@p that's part of Apple's current crop of notebooks. If I had the knowledge, I'd love to create an external mechanical keyboard that mimics MacBook Pro's layout.

I'm moving desks at work, so I have to mothball my HHKB Type-S for the next couple days. Right now I'm typing on a standard iMac keyboard. It's not the worst thing in the world, but being away from silenced Topre goodness gives me a sad.

They don't come close to a mechanical, but the apple scissor switch keyboards are some of the best rubber domes i've ever used. They aren't as mushy as other rubberdome keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Golgoroth on Thu, 20 August 2015, 13:38:13
I'm using my first non-vintage, non-ergonomic mechanical board: a Noppoo Lolita Spyder.  I'm waiting on a custom keycap set from WASDKeyboards.  All in all, it was $60 well spent, I'd say.

Apologies for the potato pic.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 20 August 2015, 22:46:31
(Attachment Link)

Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

How is the Kludge?  I'm intrigued by it.

I have a 45g Noppoo EC108-Pro which is basically the same as the Royal Kludge but without LEDs (same OEM, and I think even the same mold is used for the case). I've never had a chance to try a legit Topre board, but I'd say the Noppoo is nice enough to type on. However, it's not the transcendent experience described by so many Topre fans, so I wonder what subtle differences exist between the two.

My guess is, it's as good as a Novatouch but nowhere near as good as a RealForce.

Hmm, I'll have to try one out.  Even if it's not as perfect as Realforce et al, I'm sure it'll be worth a try.  :thumb:

Initial impressions are it could benefit from lubing both the switches for smoothness and definitely the stabilizers for noise.

I'm not usually a fan of costar stabilizers but these were easier to change caps than others I've tried.

I like the smaller case profile.

But yeah it's no realforce.

Also it might be the SA caps or the monster I'm drinking but I swear this thing pings.  ???

Cool, thanks for the feedback.  Sounds fairly similar to what some say about the Novatouch (I'm not as bothered by the noise of the Novatouch as some others), but that ping comment bothers me.  :confused:  Hopefully it's just your imagination.  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 21 August 2015, 09:30:01
typing on heaven, LZ-FE with ergos.

(http://i.imgur.com/xTDl999.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Fri, 21 August 2015, 14:40:38
If I had the knowledge, I'd love to create an external mechanical keyboard that mimics MacBook Pro's layout.

The Mac keyboard is basically a 60% with arrow keys, I guess, so this might not be super different:
https://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=leopold,compact&pid=fc660c

Also, it's Topre
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hiroyuki on Fri, 21 August 2015, 14:54:35
I recently got my GoN NerD 108 (actually I made it a 109) and assembled it for use...
Finally the perfect keyboard for me... Ergo Clears, something akin to HHKB layout in a full size keyboard (I can't live without the numpad after working as a banker for some time), actually the layout is identical to a Sun type 5 unix version.
White side-LEDs, supposedly white backlight (appears more blue-greenish), but the current LEDs will eventually be replaced by something more white when I get too much time on my hands.

If only I had gotten the backlight LEDs from Gon when I ordered... (I ended getting some off ebay later, but turns out some dishonest Chinese person sold me something that appears to be factory reject LEDs... more than half had visible production errors, and 4 LEDs failed me after about 5 minutes use)

Keycaps are PBT DSAs from SP

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 21 August 2015, 15:25:24
I recently got my GoN NerD 108 (actually I made it a 109) and assembled it for use...
Finally the perfect keyboard for me... Ergo Clears, something akin to HHKB layout in a full size keyboard (I can't live without the numpad after working as a banker for some time), actually the layout is identical to a Sun type 5 unix version.
White side-LEDs, supposedly white backlight (appears more blue-greenish), but the current LEDs will eventually be replaced by something more white when I get too much time on my hands.

If only I had gotten the backlight LEDs from Gon when I ordered... (I ended getting some off ebay later, but turns out some dishonest Chinese person sold me something that appears to be factory reject LEDs... more than half had visible production errors, and 4 LEDs failed me after about 5 minutes use)

Keycaps are PBT DSAs from SP

(Attachment Link)

That board is beautiful, I really like the size and profile of it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Fri, 21 August 2015, 16:44:53
Been using a DAS keyboard the last couple of days for a change since I've needed the numberpad for some work spreadsheets.

(http://s29.postimg.org/5rbpjbs3b/DSC06101.jpg) (http://s29.postimg.org/5rbpjbs3b/DSC06101.jpg)

(http://s29.postimg.org/aopa4fu2f/DSC06108.jpg) (http://s29.postimg.org/aopa4fu2f/DSC06108.jpg)

(http://s29.postimg.org/5fu96kbnb/DSC06117.jpg) (http://s29.postimg.org/5fu96kbnb/DSC06117.jpg)


I bought it with all blank keys, then put the alphas from my QFR on there because they sound and feel better. I added the green keys and was starting to change the keys out entirely for the blank PBTs. I only ended up doing the ones you see in the photos, but then I left it like this for the past few days.

I've actually kind of come to like it. The profile of the PBT keys is Cherry while the rest are OEM, but otherwise, it looks kind of interesting. I even got a matching green towel to put underneath it.  :cool:

I've started to enjoy using the DAS again with MX Browns. I sort of lost interest in the board for quite a while but it's really not that bad.

Anyone else like some bizarre keycap combinations?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 03 September 2015, 00:02:34
(Attachment Link)

Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

How is the Kludge?  I'm intrigued by it.

I have a 45g Noppoo EC108-Pro which is basically the same as the Royal Kludge but without LEDs (same OEM, and I think even the same mold is used for the case). I've never had a chance to try a legit Topre board, but I'd say the Noppoo is nice enough to type on. However, it's not the transcendent experience described by so many Topre fans, so I wonder what subtle differences exist between the two.

My guess is, it's as good as a Novatouch but nowhere near as good as a RealForce.

Hmm, I'll have to try one out.  Even if it's not as perfect as Realforce et al, I'm sure it'll be worth a try.  :thumb:

Initial impressions are it could benefit from lubing both the switches for smoothness and definitely the stabilizers for noise.

I'm not usually a fan of costar stabilizers but these were easier to change caps than others I've tried.

I like the smaller case profile.

But yeah it's no realforce.

Also it might be the SA caps or the monster I'm drinking but I swear this thing pings.  ???

Cool, thanks for the feedback.  Sounds fairly similar to what some say about the Novatouch (I'm not as bothered by the noise of the Novatouch as some others), but that ping comment bothers me.  :confused:  Hopefully it's just your imagination.  :))

So I swapped out the SA caps for my trusty leopold side print black pbt caps and my impression of the kludge has totally changed, first it was so easy to swap caps I couldn't believe it, second SA isn't my thing and totally didn't go well with this board and third this kludge is turning out to be a nice board, I like the feel, the look, the size, I thought about asking you if you wanted it but now I'm not so sure. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invisuu on Thu, 03 September 2015, 03:09:35
2x HHKBP2, 1x HHKB Type-S.

If anything, I'm thinking about switching out the 2x HHKBP2 for a second Type-S. I've tried many boards, from various Cherry switches to buckling spring and nothing comes even close to the typing experience the Type-S provides. Absolutely love this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 03 September 2015, 07:11:06
Initial impressions are it could benefit from lubing both the switches for smoothness and definitely the stabilizers for noise.

I'm not usually a fan of costar stabilizers but these were easier to change caps than others I've tried.

I like the smaller case profile.

But yeah it's no realforce.

Also it might be the SA caps or the monster I'm drinking but I swear this thing pings.  ???

Cool, thanks for the feedback.  Sounds fairly similar to what some say about the Novatouch (I'm not as bothered by the noise of the Novatouch as some others), but that ping comment bothers me.  :confused:  Hopefully it's just your imagination.  :))

So I swapped out the SA caps for my trusty leopold side print black pbt caps and my impression of the kludge has totally changed, first it was so easy to swap caps I couldn't believe it, second SA isn't my thing and totally didn't go well with this board and third this kludge is turning out to be a nice board, I like the feel, the look, the size, I thought about asking you if you wanted it but now I'm not so sure. :P

Bahaha, I may just have to pick one up myself to try...Hmm...  :))  Did that ping go away with the cap change?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Thu, 03 September 2015, 07:27:03
2x HHKBP2, 1x HHKB Type-S.

If anything, I'm thinking about switching out the 2x HHKBP2 for a second Type-S. I've tried many boards, from various Cherry switches to buckling spring and nothing comes even close to the typing experience the Type-S provides. Absolutely love this board.

This right here.

Have the same setup as you plus a 55g 87U but I'm still stuck to using the Type-S all the time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Thu, 03 September 2015, 07:34:26
(http://i.imgur.com/k0QxEqi.jpg)
back to the KBT Pure Pro (reds)!
such a cute board..

was hard to 'accept' it at first, after using a type-s realforce for a while.
plate-mounted cherries are just so harsh on the fingers, in comparison!

but after a few days i am just loving it again.
so cute! mahaha. ticketicketicke
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 03 September 2015, 08:44:41
Initial impressions are it could benefit from lubing both the switches for smoothness and definitely the stabilizers for noise.

I'm not usually a fan of costar stabilizers but these were easier to change caps than others I've tried.

I like the smaller case profile.

But yeah it's no realforce.

Also it might be the SA caps or the monster I'm drinking but I swear this thing pings.  ???

Cool, thanks for the feedback.  Sounds fairly similar to what some say about the Novatouch (I'm not as bothered by the noise of the Novatouch as some others), but that ping comment bothers me.  :confused:  Hopefully it's just your imagination.  :))

So I swapped out the SA caps for my trusty leopold side print black pbt caps and my impression of the kludge has totally changed, first it was so easy to swap caps I couldn't believe it, second SA isn't my thing and totally didn't go well with this board and third this kludge is turning out to be a nice board, I like the feel, the look, the size, I thought about asking you if you wanted it but now I'm not so sure. :P

Bahaha, I may just have to pick one up myself to try...Hmm...  :))  Did that ping go away with the cap change?
I do think it's better but I'd still like to take it apart and lube it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meow a cat on Thu, 03 September 2015, 09:02:03
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Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

R5 is a slick set. Nice board Spamray!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 03 September 2015, 11:08:28
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Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

R5 is a slick set. Nice board Spamray!  :thumb:
For looking at it, I love it and typing on it isn't all bad but I don't think SA caps do it for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Thu, 03 September 2015, 17:21:02
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Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

R5 is a slick set. Nice board Spamray!  :thumb:
For looking at it, I love it and typing on it isn't all bad but I don't think SA caps do it for me.


I have only tested SA on my Novatouch so far (as it is the only board I own atm). I must say it did really change the feeling of the board. I should be able to try it soon enough when I'll have all the part of my 60%.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 03 September 2015, 21:32:18
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Finally got an MX compatible keyboard to put my R5 caps on.

How is the Kludge?  I'm intrigued by it.

I have a 45g Noppoo EC108-Pro which is basically the same as the Royal Kludge but without LEDs (same OEM, and I think even the same mold is used for the case). I've never had a chance to try a legit Topre board, but I'd say the Noppoo is nice enough to type on. However, it's not the transcendent experience described by so many Topre fans, so I wonder what subtle differences exist between the two.

My guess is, it's as good as a Novatouch but nowhere near as good as a RealForce.

Hmm, I'll have to try one out.  Even if it's not as perfect as Realforce et al, I'm sure it'll be worth a try.  :thumb:

Initial impressions are it could benefit from lubing both the switches for smoothness and definitely the stabilizers for noise.

I'm not usually a fan of costar stabilizers but these were easier to change caps than others I've tried.

I like the smaller case profile.

But yeah it's no realforce.

Also it might be the SA caps or the monster I'm drinking but I swear this thing pings.  ???

Cool, thanks for the feedback.  Sounds fairly similar to what some say about the Novatouch (I'm not as bothered by the noise of the Novatouch as some others), but that ping comment bothers me.  :confused:  Hopefully it's just your imagination.  :))

So I swapped out the SA caps for my trusty leopold side print black pbt caps and my impression of the kludge has totally changed, first it was so easy to swap caps I couldn't believe it, second SA isn't my thing and totally didn't go well with this board and third this kludge is turning out to be a nice board, I like the feel, the look, the size, I thought about asking you if you wanted it but now I'm not so sure. :P

Can confirm. SA doesn't work with the topre clone sliders. They're just too heavy and the tactile bump just disappears. I've been using Triumph Adler caps on my Noppoo and they feel pretty nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quackles on Thu, 03 September 2015, 23:48:25
Just impulse bought a Realforce 87U 55g keyboard. It was the last black one left in Australia and I panicked and bought it. No regrets!

(http://i.imgur.com/BYTBSkL.jpg)

Just typed with it for an hour so far. Enjoying it more than my HHKB Pro 2. I am a bit of a heavy typist so the 55g topre is amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jd29 on Fri, 04 September 2015, 00:09:53
[attach=1]

My Focus is functional but the switches are so in need of lubrication they're practically unusable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: chyros on Fri, 04 September 2015, 04:32:10
My mum's Model M which I gave her as a present. Nice that I get to use it in the meantime ^^ .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: do_Og@n on Sat, 05 September 2015, 15:29:10
My pretty much NIB FK-2001 with Simplified White ALPS and winkeys. My work computer doesn't have PS2 so I have to use an AT to PS2 then PS2 to USB converter.

Aside from BS this is my favorite clicky switch. MX Blues just can't compare!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 05 September 2015, 15:34:55
ಠ_ಠ
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aicrono on Sat, 05 September 2015, 17:00:37
I updated/cleaned up my Phantom today! I bought a lot of 4 MY keyboards on eBay that had OG Cherry WoB double shots and thought it would be a good idea to see how the look on my Phantom. Took out 5 switches around the nav cluster and moved the caps lock over to support the stepped caps lock key.

Unfortunately, the MY boards did not come with all of the keycaps that I needed so I had to substitute a few of them.
Decided to use a couple 1.5x keys from my Miami set and a 2.75x right shift key from my bag of crap from SP.

Before
(http://i.imgur.com/IQQjwNs.jpg)

After
(http://i.imgur.com/3MyPSzu.jpg)

I think it still turned out looking pretty good, considering the circumstances.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 05 September 2015, 19:47:07
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My Focus is functional but the switches are so in need of lubrication they're practically unusable.

I do use one of those with my Android tablet.  It works pretty well too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aklt on Tue, 08 September 2015, 16:40:10
Wow, some really nice, and also some quite strange keyboards here!

I have my first real mechanical keyboard a Filco Majestouch TKL Ninja with MX-Browns:

[attach=1]

This is one of the best investments that I have made in a long time!  At first I was a bit estranged by the
funny clack sound but after an hour of writing and coding it really grew on me!  Having used it for a couple
of weeks now I am sure that I will have a hard time going back to a rubber dome keyboard.

I like to compare my experience to having used a really cheap and crappy musical instrument for a while and suddenly
having a really good instrument -- A world of difference and also realizing that a lot of bad habits have accumulated over
the years to compensate.

It is safe to say that my typing has improved more the last couple of weeks since I bought the keyboard than I would
have expected.  I have never been a particularly adept typist, so that is one thing I am quite surprised about!  :thumb: :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Tue, 08 September 2015, 20:16:07
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nathanrosspowell on Tue, 08 September 2015, 20:23:20
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)


So clean  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 08 September 2015, 20:26:45
Been using my 55g 87U for a couple of days now and somehow I'm liking it more than the Pro 2.

Gonna give it a couple of days more before I go to my holy grail, the Type-S.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Tue, 08 September 2015, 20:35:42
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)


So clean  :cool:
Thanks man.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 08 September 2015, 20:44:52
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Tue, 08 September 2015, 20:46:54
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
My biggest regret, was getting the black Filco, over white, as my first mech.  When the opportunity came up to get it, I could not pass on it.  So far I am very happy with the purchase.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 08 September 2015, 21:11:57
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
My biggest regret, was getting the black Filco, over white, as my first mech.  When the opportunity came up to get it, I could not pass on it.  So far I am very happy with the purchase.

Are, you, a, big, Shatner, Fan?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Tue, 08 September 2015, 21:14:43
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
My biggest regret, was getting the black Filco, over white, as my first mech.  When the opportunity came up to get it, I could not pass on it.  So far I am very happy with the purchase.

Are, you, a, big, Shatner, Fan?
I didn't even realize.  Sometimes I can't comma right. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Tue, 08 September 2015, 22:13:13
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
My biggest regret, was getting the black Filco, over white, as my first mech.  When the opportunity came up to get it, I could not pass on it.  So far I am very happy with the purchase.

Are, you, a, big, Shatner, Fan?
I didn't even realize.  Sometimes I can't comma right. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

The only extraneous comma is after regret. The rest are okay, although you could have reworded the sentence a bit for clarity.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 08 September 2015, 22:39:03
your mothers are my keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Tue, 08 September 2015, 22:49:42
your mothers are my keyboard
Is it like typing on a cloud of Topres?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 09 September 2015, 05:48:46
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
My biggest regret, was getting the black Filco, over white, as my first mech.  When the opportunity came up to get it, I could not pass on it.  So far I am very happy with the purchase.

Filco's white is slightly off white - compare with the colour of the keycaps.

KeyCool has (or had) a white that is whiter than white, and even included PBT keycaps.  I use that with a lot of keycap sets as they go really well with the white.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sami77 on Thu, 10 September 2015, 09:25:37
i-rocks K20

(http://i.imgur.com/yo1Hmt0.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Thu, 10 September 2015, 09:36:01
Just impulse bought a Realforce 87U 55g keyboard. It was the last black one left in Australia and I panicked and bought it. No regrets!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BYTBSkL.jpg)


Just typed with it for an hour so far. Enjoying it more than my HHKB Pro 2. I am a bit of a heavy typist so the 55g topre is amazing.

That was a great impulse buy! Congrats!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Thu, 10 September 2015, 09:44:33
The Mac keyboard is basically a 60% with arrow keys, I guess, so this might not be super different:
https://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=leopold,compact&pid=fc660c

I know all about that keyboard. It's close, but not quite there. I want separate function keys and for insert/delete to be page up/page down by default. I'd be using it at my office, so I can't install Karabiner or anything to remap them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Thu, 10 September 2015, 11:09:14
I want separate function keys and for insert/delete to be page up/page down by default. I'd be using it at my office, so I can't install Karabiner or anything to remap them.

Hmm, dunno. A 60% board with function keys -- now you're getting into TKL territory I guess, right? Or building something custom...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nycxandy on Thu, 10 September 2015, 22:35:44
Just switched to a new FC750R from years with the variable 87U.  I'm liking these Cherry Reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 10 September 2015, 22:42:16
Just switched to a new FC750R from years with the variable 87U.  I'm liking these Cherry Reds.

quite a downgrade

sell both, get 55g RF.

anyway, im using this.

(http://i.imgur.com/75Axdih.jpg?2)


minus the binge sticker there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 10 September 2015, 23:04:56
The same ol' keyboard.
(http://i.imgur.com/CZk5LLc.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Golgoroth on Fri, 11 September 2015, 06:50:01
The Mac keyboard is basically a 60% with arrow keys, I guess, so this might not be super different:
https://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=leopold,compact&pid=fc660c

I know all about that keyboard. It's close, but not quite there. I want separate function keys and for insert/delete to be page up/page down by default. I'd be using it at my office, so I can't install Karabiner or anything to remap them.

Then I think you might be looking for something like the Noppoo Nano 75 or Choc Mini 84.  Those are both basically 60% boards with separate function keys.  The Choc Mini even has an arrow cluster.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Fri, 11 September 2015, 07:28:54
I'm using the ****ty keyboard on my chromebook, because I'm in class. Remapped to Dvorak, at the very least.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 12 September 2015, 09:32:52
I'm still on my Unicomp 103.  I swear they must be using lighter springs now; it makes me want to try finding a SpaceSaver 104 to compare to.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 14 September 2015, 00:46:26
Hasu Alps board, yeeeeh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jd29 on Mon, 14 September 2015, 02:16:02
Playing around with layouts, trying to figure out what I like.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sed8op8 on Mon, 14 September 2015, 03:45:18
I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)

Looks great, white filcos are so cool, I already regret parting with mine.
My biggest regret, was getting the black Filco, over white, as my first mech.  When the opportunity came up to get it, I could not pass on it.  So far I am very happy with the purchase.
glad I stumbled upon it as you told me about it and it picked my interest because it wasn't a custom....it is now haha very clean and smooth ghost :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Mon, 14 September 2015, 07:56:26
Bought a FC660M that I've been keeping because I'm waiting for my Gumrot Ogre to arrive.

Got to use it today and I have to say I love the feel of MX Clear coming from my 55g HHKB Type-S. At times, the Clears feels tougher to press but in the end is still very enjoyable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Mon, 14 September 2015, 19:36:42
Still hanging out on my Pok3r while I wait for all my custom parts to come in. MX blues are really starting to annoy me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: waitinginexile on Mon, 14 September 2015, 22:01:02
I'm currently using some Monoprice tkl thing with reds and a Keycool keypad with Kaihl blacks. However I'm soon upgrading to a pok3r with clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Mon, 14 September 2015, 22:35:21
Back to my SSK for a little while. I forgot how much I like this thing!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 15 September 2015, 07:56:49
Using my GON nerd 60 with ergo clears

want to use my hhkb but it sucks for excel :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 15 September 2015, 10:51:34
sell both, get 55g RF.

anyway, im using this.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/75Axdih.jpg?2)



minus the binge sticker there.

Selling everything and getting a RF55g is somewhat of a very safe bet. HUE.

Beautiful HHKB as always too, breh. Always so clean. So fresh.


I picked this up about a month ago, and just finally started to use it.  It had MX blues in it originally, but I swapped them with lubed gateron blacks.  I am incredibly happy with how the board turned out, these switches feel as smooth as butter.  The only minor complaint I have, is the gateron blanks are a bit whiter than the case.  It is more noticeable in different lighting, but it definitely bugs me enough to notice it constantly.  Eventually I will get a custom cable for it, and most likely a new controller down the road.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/k4Bfg/001116d45b.jpg)


Stunning! Beautiful!! Bravo!!!

One of us! Welcome to the White Filco Club, mane <3<3<3

I think it looks great as is, but I can't wait until you receive the Milk colored caps. So good, bro.

I got my Filco out for the first time in forever because of the hype you've created... I'm so glad I did... it's been neglected for way too long T_T
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 15 September 2015, 10:59:47
Currently using White Filco w/ Ergo Clears (62g KBDmania) + Penumbra ~

Ergo Clears + SA caps are the ultimate typing experience!

This setup never gets old <3

(http://i.imgur.com/rzpyHIl.jpg)

More photos here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43865.msg1865755#msg1865755
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zzyjayfree on Tue, 15 September 2015, 14:02:33
Filco Majestouch 2 - wood brown! blue switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: amigastar on Tue, 15 September 2015, 14:49:50
Filco Majestouch 2 Brown Switches
Honestly i found my KB nirvana, the only other keyboard i will get in the future is the unicomp model m.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Tue, 15 September 2015, 17:25:58
Trying something new. Varmilo with Gateron Browns.

(http://i.imgur.com/flNCUmd.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Tue, 15 September 2015, 22:27:58
Trying something new. Varmilo with Gateron Browns.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/flNCUmd.jpg)


Is this from the recent Massdrop? Mine arrives tomorrow. I went with a white case and mint green caps, and Gateron blacks. Not really a linear fan but I decided to try the best of the best.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 15 September 2015, 22:39:52
That's a nice wrist rest.

Using KMAC, vintage blacks too heavy for me T_T but too late to change springs. Oh well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Wed, 16 September 2015, 06:26:17
Trying something new. Varmilo with Gateron Browns.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/flNCUmd.jpg)


Is this from the recent Massdrop? Mine arrives tomorrow. I went with a white case and mint green caps, and Gateron blacks. Not really a linear fan but I decided to try the best of the best.

Yes it is. I went with the mint green caps too. They're nicer than I expected, but pretty low profile. Unfortunately, I don't have a USB cable of the correct length for this board, so need to go order one now, and the mini-usb end on my Zealpc cable is too thick regardless.

I'm actually quite happy with the board so far. Not programmable, but since this one is staying home, I just changed a few keys in the registry to suit my needs  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Wed, 16 September 2015, 06:26:46
Currently using White Filco w/ Ergo Clears (62g KBDmania) + Penumbra ~

Ergo Clears + SA caps are the ultimate typing experience!

This setup never gets old <3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rzpyHIl.jpg)


More photos here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43865.msg1865755#msg1865755
Have you tried SA on Topre? ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Wed, 16 September 2015, 08:03:14
'89 IBM Model M 1391401

JUST received it 15 minutes ago!
and, man.. i had forgotten how totally incredible these things were(are).
the prior owner had bolt-modded and cleaned it before selling. it's amazing how this (25 year old!) board looks and feels like it's brand new.

woahhhhh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Wed, 16 September 2015, 13:15:28
I know that the Apple keyboard does not get high praise, but this is what I'm using at the moment. The best keyboard I've had for the moment.

(http://www.nwcomms.com.au/_tentacle/files/images/upload/applewiredkeyboard.jpg)

I would like to get myself one of those IBM model M replicas from Unicomp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Wed, 16 September 2015, 15:50:41
I have returned... to the Church of Thock

(http://i.imgur.com/jqjLmpB.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Wed, 16 September 2015, 15:54:37
I have returned... to the Church of Thock

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jqjLmpB.jpg)


WB brother.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kad on Wed, 16 September 2015, 20:48:15
Trying something new. Varmilo with Gateron Browns.

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(http://i.imgur.com/flNCUmd.jpg)


These caps are beautiful, can you tell me where you got them?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Wed, 16 September 2015, 21:36:25
I feel like I rotate through a lot of boards for a single day:


Hope you all enjoyed the anecdote :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Wed, 16 September 2015, 21:42:17
Trying something new. Varmilo with Gateron Browns.

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(http://i.imgur.com/flNCUmd.jpg)


These caps are beautiful, can you tell me where you got them?

Those would be Round 5 keycaps from the 7bit Group Buy, you can get in on the Round 5A GB here: http://deskthority.net/wiki/Round_5a
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ninjadoc on Wed, 16 September 2015, 21:49:56
Koola, 62 gram clears or LZ-RX with 55 gram clear gaterons
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Thu, 17 September 2015, 05:32:03
I feel like I rotate through a lot of boards for a single day:

  • Wake up, go to work, get my fill of my Realforce 87u 55g to remind myself there are great things in this world, not just idiots
  • By the middle of the day, I switch over to my HHKB as I test more software and write more articles/fix code/create more documentation
  • After a long day of work, I go for an evening stretch with my QF Stealth with Greens, and some Granite DSA to keep things lively
  • For dessert, a decadent IBM SSK.

Hope you all enjoyed the anecdote :)

This was great!

Unfortunately I'm too lazy to rotate my keyboards that much
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Thu, 17 September 2015, 07:13:14
Trying something new. Varmilo with Gateron Browns.

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(http://i.imgur.com/flNCUmd.jpg)


These caps are beautiful, can you tell me where you got them?

They're Round 5 (http://deskthority.net/wiki/Round_5) caps. Got mine from the classifieds. Think there's another set up for sale now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: radio_killah on Thu, 17 September 2015, 17:45:56
My daily work keyboard a LZCP with 55g lubed and stickered vintage blacks.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Sat, 19 September 2015, 13:18:23
xpost from the topre thread.

Using this since modifying the board last night:

(http://i.imgur.com/Z7sYawo.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Sat, 19 September 2015, 13:36:45
xpost from the topre thread.

Using this since modifying the board last night:

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(http://i.imgur.com/Z7sYawo.jpg)


That's really nice looking. So I assume it has MX sliders in there -- do they affect the feel of the HHKB at all?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Sat, 19 September 2015, 13:42:36
xpost from the topre thread.

Using this since modifying the board last night:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Z7sYawo.jpg)


That's really nice looking. So I assume it has MX sliders in there -- do they affect the feel of the HHKB at all?

Thanks!

Feels like a Topre board :) I assume its similar to typing on a Realforce HiPro. With the standard profile keys, the spacebar is not depressed when the board is apart, due to the spring under the spacebar. With the SA spacebar, it depresses when apart, so the action is probably a bit lighter. Comparing it to the Novatouch on the desk over, it's not much different.

I'm tempted to try the 55g mod, but I'm just going to enjoy it as for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hasu on Sat, 19 September 2015, 21:36:29
NeXT with black Alps. It is sticky and gitty, not comfortable at all.
but I can still type faster on it than my favorite rubber dome :(

(http://i.imgur.com/kgIzoVah.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sat, 19 September 2015, 22:01:52
The board that you always end up going back to, I bet you can guess...

HHKB Professional 2 :]

Ive been using it the past month, have HASUs controller as well. Love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 20 September 2015, 00:17:01
STILL KMAC, AT THIS POINT JUST SWITCHING KEYSETS TO FEEL SOMETHING. 456 GET DONE
I CAN TASTE THE 456
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 20 September 2015, 05:45:40
I'm enjoying this CODE with MX clears at home too much to take it in to work.  So still using Ducky Shine 3 Yellow Edition with Filco yellow keycaps at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sun, 20 September 2015, 07:27:33
x-post from keycap & keyboard photography:
(http://i.imgur.com/TjMJxDJ.jpg)


(http://i.imgur.com/TjMJxDJ.jpg)

Silenced Novatouch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Sun, 20 September 2015, 10:49:35
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sun, 20 September 2015, 11:06:39
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)


everyone at my office has that .... thing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Sun, 20 September 2015, 12:28:47
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)


everyone at my office has that .... thing

I have one of those attached to a PC I occasionally use alongside my Mac at my office -- it's got to be one of the worst keyboards I've ever touched.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Sun, 20 September 2015, 12:54:12
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)



That's what I used at my previous office before I got into mech.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sun, 20 September 2015, 13:24:23
Yah I'm pretty sure it is what I'm going to call "super oem" - it's the keyboard that comes for free with all desktops...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sun, 20 September 2015, 13:26:04
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)


I USE THEM!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 20 September 2015, 16:10:39
My daily work keyboard a LZCP with 55g lubed and stickered vintage blacks.

(Attachment Link)

BREH!!! That keyboard is so damn good T___T Not only is it an LZCP, it's also got Hyperfuse, AND you got 55g V.Blax, which I think is the best linear switch ~~~

Perfection~ Just like you <3


xpost from the topre thread.

Using this since modifying the board last night:

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(http://i.imgur.com/Z7sYawo.jpg)


Still so good. Wish I knew how that feltttt!!! T_T
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 20 September 2015, 18:53:10
STILL KMAC, AT THIS POINT JUST SWITCHING KEYSETS TO FEEL SOMETHING. 456 GET DONE
I CAN TASTE THE 456

Looking forward to living vicariously through you. Love those beasts, hurry it up!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rayoui on Sun, 20 September 2015, 21:02:24
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)


Unfortunately, I have to use one of these every day at work. As far as rubberdome boards go, this one has got to be one of the worst.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Sun, 20 September 2015, 21:29:53
:( this one

(https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/screen-shot-2015-06-08-at-4-07-37-pm.png?w=1000)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KYLETS8 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 00:25:25
Not the greatest picture, but been using my Shine Mini for the past year. In love with this keyboard!
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wigz81 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 01:48:26
KUL ES-87 Limited w/ WASD caps(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/20/d0950f82b0a2150626a8716d20256558.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MEEPhouse on Mon, 21 September 2015, 04:34:46
Currently typing on a HHKB Pro JP which I picked up yesterday from a fellow member over at /r/mk. First torpe board I have owned & must say I am very much loving it!  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hammelgammler on Mon, 21 September 2015, 08:49:15
My lovely SSK, until the xwhatsit arrive. Then maybe my modded AT.
Hopefully my blank keycaps will arrive soon. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ngt on Mon, 21 September 2015, 09:34:41
KUL ES-87 Limited w/ WASD caps
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/20/d0950f82b0a2150626a8716d20256558.jpg)



Really cool color theme! I like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wigz81 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 09:37:01
Its to go with this once i finish the build (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/21/9afe3529a764690148aa48ce0f5ef6cd.jpg) (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/21/084d8f94a93a0f831b8cb60cfd4c0417.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 21 September 2015, 09:42:51
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)


I'm required to use these as part of my job. It really sucks. I can't even bring in my DT35 to replace it. And the one I was using was extremely dirty too. Digusting :(.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 15:03:47
Does anyone still use these keyboards?

Show Image
(https://www.iplaza.lk/sites/default/files/hp_standard_keyboard_dt528al.jpg)


I'm required to use these as part of my job. It really sucks. I can't even bring in my DT35 to replace it. And the one I was using was extremely dirty too. Digusting :(.

Hilarious how it sports that RSI injury warning, when pounding on a sh!tboard like that has to be the source of so many people's injuries...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gloyz on Mon, 21 September 2015, 18:41:31
I am planning the purchase of my first mechanical keyboard really soon and have no idea what I am doing. Am thinking about a Ducky Mini. I want something that would be a good first purchase and that is backlit but other than that am not sure what I should be looking for. The more I read on the boards the more confused I get . . . there are just so many options. I would welcome any suggestions for a good, relatively inexpensive "starter" keyboard. Thx.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 18:50:07
Muh GON NerD :D

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:00:25
Just got done losing in CSGO.

(http://i.imgur.com/icYJfZG.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pichu23 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:05:40
Just got done losing in CSGO.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/icYJfZG.jpg)


Is that a Razer Krait?
If so, old school mice mate. Very nice.
The first razer mice I've owned. Too bad after a few years the infamous double clicking happened.
Nice board too btw, love the keycaps :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:05:53
I am planning the purchase of my first mechanical keyboard really soon and have no idea what I am doing. Am thinking about a Ducky Mini. I want something that would be a good first purchase and that is backlit but other than that am not sure what I should be looking for. The more I read on the boards the more confused I get . . . there are just so many options. I would welcome any suggestions for a good, relatively inexpensive "starter" keyboard. Thx.
I would recommend getting one without backlighting for a starter.  Backlighting is overrated IMO, and you're better off spending your money on a better-built board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gloyz on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:20:41
I am planning the purchase of my first mechanical keyboard really soon and have no idea what I am doing. Am thinking about a Ducky Mini. I want something that would be a good first purchase and that is backlit but other than that am not sure what I should be looking for. The more I read on the boards the more confused I get . . . there are just so many options. I would welcome any suggestions for a good, relatively inexpensive "starter" keyboard. Thx.
I would recommend getting one without backlighting for a starter.  Backlighting is overrated IMO, and you're better off spending your money on a better-built board.

The reason I am looking particularly for backlighting is because I am making artisan keycaps and I want to be able to make some of my monsters eyes glow - LOL!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:23:32
I am planning the purchase of my first mechanical keyboard really soon and have no idea what I am doing. Am thinking about a Ducky Mini. I want something that would be a good first purchase and that is backlit but other than that am not sure what I should be looking for. The more I read on the boards the more confused I get . . . there are just so many options. I would welcome any suggestions for a good, relatively inexpensive "starter" keyboard. Thx.
I would recommend getting one without backlighting for a starter.  Backlighting is overrated IMO, and you're better off spending your money on a better-built board.

The reason I am looking particularly for backlighting is because I am making artisan keycaps and I want to be able to make some of my monsters eyes glow - LOL!
Well that's a good reason.

You mentioned a Ducky Shine Mini. Are you settled on a 60% layout? If so, a Pok3r is pretty popular.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gloyz on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:55:06
I am planning the purchase of my first mechanical keyboard really soon and have no idea what I am doing. Am thinking about a Ducky Mini. I want something that would be a good first purchase and that is backlit but other than that am not sure what I should be looking for. The more I read on the boards the more confused I get . . . there are just so many options. I would welcome any suggestions for a good, relatively inexpensive "starter" keyboard. Thx.
I would recommend getting one without backlighting for a starter.  Backlighting is overrated IMO, and you're better off spending your money on a better-built board.

The reason I am looking particularly for backlighting is because I am making artisan keycaps and I want to be able to make some of my monsters eyes glow - LOL!
Well that's a good reason.

You mentioned a Ducky Shine Mini. Are you settled on a 60% layout? If so, a Pok3r is pretty popular.

No, I am not settled on anything yet . . . I will definitely check out the Pok3r. Thank you for the suggestion.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:58:28
:( this one

Show Image
(https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/screen-shot-2015-06-08-at-4-07-37-pm.png?w=1000)


Chuckle!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 21 September 2015, 19:59:41
Pink and gray make the greatest combination.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 21 September 2015, 20:04:44
Just got done losing in CSGO.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/icYJfZG.jpg)


Is that a Razer Krait?
If so, old school mice mate. Very nice.
The first razer mice I've owned. Too bad after a few years the infamous double clicking happened.
Nice board too btw, love the keycaps :D

Close! OG Diamondback! Favorite mouse ever, aside fron my WMO 1.1 ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cicada88 on Mon, 21 September 2015, 23:00:36
Grabbed a HHKB Pro2 with white blank caps + carrying case for $150 shipped on eBay
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: neverused on Mon, 21 September 2015, 23:03:32
Grabbed a HHKB Pro2 with white blank caps + carrying case for $150 shipped on eBay
Awesome find
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: b3Rz3Rko on Mon, 21 September 2015, 23:51:21
Compac MX-11800 with MX Browns.

I would easily recommend this board to any new MK enthusiast who is looking for a good and cheap mechanical keyboard, Browns felt kinda weird in the beginning coming out from blues given that they felt more linear than tactile, but once I got used to them it became easier to feel the bump. And the keyboard take a little less space on the desk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Tue, 22 September 2015, 12:14:07
The Dell KB522 [rubberdome] has currently displaced all my mechanicals.    :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Tue, 22 September 2015, 13:52:54
Phantom-based homebrew, mix of Greetech browns and Cherry MX clears.

(http://i.imgur.com/HS0afyg.jpg)

It was a super fun build.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Tue, 22 September 2015, 15:27:52
Phantom-based homebrew, mix of Greetech browns and Cherry MX clears.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HS0afyg.jpg)


It was a super fun build.  :D

I really like those cases. Looks really good foundation to start a steampunk-esq board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hammelgammler on Tue, 22 September 2015, 19:33:54
Just got done losing in CSGO.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/icYJfZG.jpg)


Could I ask what a case you are using with the keyboard? Looks very nice. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 22 September 2015, 21:20:50
Just got done losing in CSGO.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/icYJfZG.jpg)


Could I ask what a case you are using with the keyboard? Looks very nice. :)

That should be a OTD 356 mini.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: djkib on Wed, 23 September 2015, 14:32:13
At home: Currently NMB RT8255C+ but usually Unicomp UB40446. At work, only an IBM Model M 1391401, grey label, bolt modded... born 02-jun-1988...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 23 September 2015, 17:05:21
Just got done losing in CSGO.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/icYJfZG.jpg)


Could I ask what a case you are using with the keyboard? Looks very nice. :)

That should be a OTD 356 mini.

 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Thu, 24 September 2015, 14:25:50
Trying out a KBParadise V80 with MX reds. It's currently missing an F6 key because as I was cleaning the caps, it fell down my garbage disposal.  :-\

Not a huge deal as I'd be replacing the caps on this anyway, probably with the Ivan PBT4 set I have ordered. Aside from that, it's a pretty solid board. I really like typing on reds even though I'm not as accurate on them as I am my 55g Realforce.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Thu, 24 September 2015, 14:34:29
I realized recently that, despite having a whole collection of keyboards, I do most of my serious typing on my laptop's built-in keyboard. Even when I'm at home, and my desktop system, with a full sized monitor and everything, is right there. Like now.

I dunno, maybe I actually like scissor switches better, so long as they're not coming to pieces. Or maybe it's just that I get too annoyed by all of the problems my other keyboards have. Mechanicals, reliable? Hah!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 24 September 2015, 15:25:14
I realized recently that, despite having a whole collection of keyboards, I do most of my serious typing on my laptop's built-in keyboard. Even when I'm at home, and my desktop system, with a full sized monitor and everything, is right there. Like now.

I dunno, maybe I actually like scissor switches better, so long as they're not coming to pieces. Or maybe it's just that I get too annoyed by all of the problems my other keyboards have. Mechanicals, reliable? Hah!

This comment belongs to the thread on unpopular keyboard opinions. Good grief!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Thu, 24 September 2015, 16:17:50
I realized recently that, despite having a whole collection of keyboards, I do most of my serious typing on my laptop's built-in keyboard. Even when I'm at home, and my desktop system, with a full sized monitor and everything, is right there. Like now.

I dunno, maybe I actually like scissor switches better, so long as they're not coming to pieces. Or maybe it's just that I get too annoyed by all of the problems my other keyboards have. Mechanicals, reliable? Hah!

I find my Macbook's keyboard pretty decent to use as well, so long as I have Keyclick (http://sustworks.com/site/prod_keyclick_overview.html) running to give it some audio feedback.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 24 September 2015, 16:27:12
I realized recently that, despite having a whole collection of keyboards, I do most of my serious typing on my laptop's built-in keyboard. Even when I'm at home, and my desktop system, with a full sized monitor and everything, is right there. Like now.

I dunno, maybe I actually like scissor switches better, so long as they're not coming to pieces. Or maybe it's just that I get too annoyed by all of the problems my other keyboards have. Mechanicals, reliable? Hah!

My brother from another mother?

One day I realized that I was trying so hard to make my mechanicals feel and sound like rubberdomes / scissor switches.

The ultimate path to nirvana is DIY membrane sheets and chiclet/scissor keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: chiefgrillz on Sat, 26 September 2015, 06:50:38
I realized recently that, despite having a whole collection of keyboards, I do most of my serious typing on my laptop's built-in keyboard. Even when I'm at home, and my desktop system, with a full sized monitor and everything, is right there. Like now.

I dunno, maybe I actually like scissor switches better, so long as they're not coming to pieces. Or maybe it's just that I get too annoyed by all of the problems my other keyboards have. Mechanicals, reliable? Hah!

heretic! burn them!

but seriously you actually prefer it? even with no proper feedback from them?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blahlicus on Sat, 26 September 2015, 07:22:14
(http://i.imgur.com/ptDdfDj.jpg)

self made terminus with gateron whites
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ezpeze on Sat, 26 September 2015, 12:37:08
Just starting out with a Majestouch 2 TKL...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Sat, 26 September 2015, 15:12:47
I realized recently that, despite having a whole collection of keyboards, I do most of my serious typing on my laptop's built-in keyboard. Even when I'm at home, and my desktop system, with a full sized monitor and everything, is right there. Like now.

I dunno, maybe I actually like scissor switches better, so long as they're not coming to pieces. Or maybe it's just that I get too annoyed by all of the problems my other keyboards have. Mechanicals, reliable? Hah!

but seriously you actually prefer it? even with no proper feedback from them?

Not sure currently. Could be that I just wind up subconsciously tending towards using the laptop just because none of my mechanicals have fared very well over time-- of the ones that still work, one seems to get more and more chatter-y over time, and the other has all kinds of glitches with keys or clusters of keys dropping out even when used over its native PS/2 (among other problems). Maybe when (perhaps with my luck, I should say "if") I'm back on something that's working at 100%, I'll find myself using it more often.

Then again, scissor switches don't have to feel bad. With the right domes, you get a definite tactile sense followed immediately by a soft landing. Admittedly, there aren't any scissor switch keyboards that I would consider buying for my desktop, but "feel" is at most a secondary reason for that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 26 September 2015, 19:30:57
I find my Macbook's keyboard pretty decent to use as well, so long as I have Keyclick (http://sustworks.com/site/prod_keyclick_overview.html) running to give it some audio feedback.

Oh my god why am I so excited to try this at work. That + Blacks should be interesting..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 26 September 2015, 20:48:36
kmac, but uh... it's got this cool new lindy cable...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Charizard on Sun, 27 September 2015, 21:49:32
Filco MJ2 TKL MX Browns
Topre Realforce 87U Uniform 55g
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 27 September 2015, 23:28:25
Just starting out with a Majestouch 2 TKL...


Welcome to Geekhack!

That's a good solid board to start with.

What switches has it got?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Mon, 28 September 2015, 11:46:20
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ptDdfDj.jpg)


self made terminus with gateron whites

Love it!  :thumb: That's hella sexy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Mon, 28 September 2015, 12:30:29
Right now I'm using one of these:

http://www.tg3electronics.com/product/backlit-bl82-series

I have/have had other keyboards with MX Blacks but nothing else feels like this keyboard. I removed the plastic sheet/splash guard & installed O-rings. I really like the way this keyboard feels.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gabamnml on Mon, 28 September 2015, 18:12:54
Now current using Pok3r Black with Brown MX, stock caps
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/28/72ab43fc8d2934fee822d469d3128c52.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Mon, 28 September 2015, 23:18:06
Set aside my Model M to pull out a NIB Digital LK46W-A2 to see how it feels.
(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=72595.0;attach=111907;image)

For a rubberdome it feels reasonable; firm key travel and landing without much noise.
It's kind of fun getting used to some of the key placements, in particular the LCtrl is beside the caps lock, and finding where PrtScr is: Alt+F18.
A new one to me is Alt+F19: toggles the arrow keys to scrolling in Excel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blahlicus on Tue, 29 September 2015, 02:35:41
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ptDdfDj.jpg)


self made terminus with gateron whites

Love it!  :thumb: That's hella sexy

i'd prefer a split keyboard but i do not have the space for it, matrix layout boards are interesting and are pretty good to game on (especially with stuff like starcraft or spammy MMORPGs)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GL1TCH3D on Tue, 29 September 2015, 09:29:19
Typing on my Mobik in class right now
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 29 September 2015, 09:30:53
Back on my KUL with clears cause I just got GMK Cyrillic on it and it felt awesome!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 29 September 2015, 09:33:12
Back on my KUL with clears cause I just got GMK Cyrillic on it and it felt awesome!

I have GMK Cyrillic waiting for me when I get back from my work trip - can't wait to pair it up with some other GMK sets and see what I come up with

Was thinking of using my RGB or CMYW mods
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 29 September 2015, 09:34:52
Back on my KUL with clears cause I just got GMK Cyrillic on it and it felt awesome!

I have GMK Cyrillic waiting for me when I get back from my work trip - can't wait to pair it up with some other GMK sets and see what I come up with

Was thinking of using my RGB or CMYW mods

Yeah it will look awesome with either for sure. I'm bummed I didn't get in on the GB a while ago. Was on the edge of buying it but at that time I don't have any GMK sets yet nor do I think of owning one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 29 September 2015, 09:40:11
Back on my KUL with clears cause I just got GMK Cyrillic on it and it felt awesome!

I have GMK Cyrillic waiting for me when I get back from my work trip - can't wait to pair it up with some other GMK sets and see what I come up with

Was thinking of using my RGB or CMYW mods


Yeah it will look awesome with either for sure. I'm bummed I didn't get in on the GB a while ago. Was on the edge of buying it but at that time I don't have any GMK sets yet nor do I think of owning one.

There's a GB on massdrop right now for GMK RGB mods with black legends - I think it finishes really soon though -get in while you can!


edit: how do i quote lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 30 September 2015, 10:47:34
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GuilleAcoustic on Wed, 30 September 2015, 11:15:11
I finally made an inline TTMK converter for my Apple M0110  :)):

(http://i.imgur.com/JLw2QSO.jpg)

The keyboard is yellowed, but it really matches the yellow from the ball (which is original colour). Next step it to make a definitive cable using a smaller AVR and a nicely sleeved cable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 30 September 2015, 17:57:27
I finally made an inline TTMK converter for my Apple M0110  :)):

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JLw2QSO.jpg)


The keyboard is yellowed, but it really matches the yellow from the ball (which is original colour). Next step it to make a definitive cable using a smaller AVR and a nicely sleeved cable.

Awesome looking combo, love yoir desk setup. I envy how orderly it all looks haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Wed, 30 September 2015, 21:21:23
Sort of using both a HHKB and nova touch. After reading the thread about the tour and other reviews, I decided to give it a spin. Not bad so far.

(http://i.imgur.com/n1D4qS0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retrochick on Wed, 30 September 2015, 21:27:42
I finally made an inline TTMK converter for my Apple M0110  :)):

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JLw2QSO.jpg)


The keyboard is yellowed, but it really matches the yellow from the ball (which is original colour). Next step it to make a definitive cable using a smaller AVR and a nicely sleeved cable.

OMG this is pure amaze-balls. LOVE the set up, very classy. Now I need to go scour eBay for an  M0110!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TopreFan333 on Thu, 01 October 2015, 11:16:07
Sort of using both a HHKB and nova touch. After reading the thread about the tour and other reviews, I decided to give it a spin. Not bad so far.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/n1D4qS0.jpg)


I get the F and J as homing keys, but why those particular numbers?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 01 October 2015, 11:38:46
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

You got that from MK.com correct?  Have you checked to see if the spacebar uses stadard spacing?

I would really like to get a white FC750R with blues if they ever get them in stock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Thu, 01 October 2015, 16:17:41
Got me an HHKB Type-S and a Realforce 23UB, lovely boards. My only gripe is that the copy/paste keys on the 23 work with key codes, so when I'm using Dvorak, they don't do anything (useful)! 
Also hi @HoffmanMyster ! I wish I could make more use of your board :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 01 October 2015, 16:43:38
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

You got that from MK.com correct?  Have you checked to see if the spacebar uses stadard spacing?

I would really like to get a white FC750R with blues if they ever get them in stock.

Yes and the 900R has all standard spacing.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 01 October 2015, 17:42:37
Filco Zero TKL with Tai Hao Dolch Alps keycaps, running through hasu's USB to USB converter (as all non-TMK keyboards should).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Thu, 01 October 2015, 18:20:09
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

Hey, I have the same mouse as you! Nice one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Thu, 01 October 2015, 20:00:12
Sort of using both a HHKB and nova touch. After reading the thread about the tour and other reviews, I decided to give it a spin. Not bad so far.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/n1D4qS0.jpg)


I get the F and J as homing keys, but why those particular numbers?

Ah, that was more of just my preference. I used those numbers to help determine where the other numbers are.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 01 October 2015, 20:35:43
Got me an HHKB Type-S and a Realforce 23UB, lovely boards. My only gripe is that the copy/paste keys on the 23 work with key codes, so when I'm using Dvorak, they don't do anything (useful)! 
Also hi @HoffmanMyster ! I wish I could make more use of your board :p

Oh hey!  :D  That's kind of unfortunate about the 23UB.  :-/  Looks like you'll have to switch back to QWERTY!  :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: garage_logician on Thu, 01 October 2015, 21:39:43
Filco Zero TKL with Tai Hao Dolch Alps keycaps, running through hasu's USB to USB converter (as all non-TMK keyboards should).

Forgive me is this is a stupid question, what does the converter do?  I mean, I get it that it converts but usually from one connector to another.  I am trying to figure out what a USB to USB converter does.   I saw some mention of programming on the deskthority wiki, is it used to add layers to a keyboard or?  TMK is a firmware for the Teensy, right?  Does the converter add Teensy functionality to the keyboard?  Sorry for all the questions. 

Thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 01 October 2015, 22:31:16
Filco Zero TKL with Tai Hao Dolch Alps keycaps, running through hasu's USB to USB converter (as all non-TMK keyboards should).

Forgive me is this is a stupid question, what does the converter do?  I mean, I get it that it converts but usually from one connector to another.  I am trying to figure out what a USB to USB converter does.   I saw some mention of programming on the deskthority wiki, is it used to add layers to a keyboard or?  TMK is a firmware for the Teensy, right?  Does the converter add Teensy functionality to the keyboard?  Sorry for all the questions. 

Thanks!

You have the right idea. I don't want to hijack this thread, but feel free to expand the more tag in my signature and read my USB to USB converter. All your questions will be answered.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 01 October 2015, 22:39:00
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

What caps are those? They're like a mile thick!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Thu, 01 October 2015, 22:46:56
KB Paradise V60 with matias quiet clicks, really like the quiet clicks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Thu, 01 October 2015, 23:00:41
KB Paradise V60 with matias quiet clicks, really like the quiet clicks!

Aren't they like typing on butter? I love them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 01 October 2015, 23:14:16
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

What caps are those? They're like a mile thick!

I think those are the Leopold Cherry profile PBT caps.     These -> http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1404096898 (http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1404096898)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jonathanyu on Thu, 01 October 2015, 23:17:28
still using 456 gt, have used it for 2 years already
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saturnotaku on Fri, 02 October 2015, 09:07:54
A KUL ES-87 that was modified to Cherry MX white switches and white LEDs for the scroll lock, caps lock, and left control. The guy who modded it was careful with selecting the individual switches so the board is 100% consistent in terms of tactile feel and sound. It currently has the stock keycaps and case, but I plan to swap that out for one of the white ones and use Hyperfuse GMK if and when my set ever ships.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sncbraxsc2 on Fri, 02 October 2015, 09:12:47
At work I keep my first mech! CM Storm TK White case with mx reds. Its dressed up really well right now with some GMK that I recently purchase for my kustom in the works! Its perfect for my office with TKL size but included numpad that I need for accounting purposes
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 02 October 2015, 09:18:11
Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

What caps are those? They're like a mile thick!

Swapped out my royal kludge for a leopold.

(Attachment Link)

What caps are those? They're like a mile thick!

I think those are the Leopold Cherry profile PBT caps.     These -> http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1404096898 (http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1404096898)





To add to that these are my favorite caps by far.

 I once said I didn't like PBT and for the most part that is true but these caps are the exception. I originally bought a set of the caps off ebay from widebasket (http://www.ebay.com/sch/widebasket/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from= (http://www.ebay.com/sch/widebasket/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=)) right now he doesn't have the black side print but he said he hoped to have more soon.

But this leopold 900R came with them so that made it a no brainier to buy, besides that I'm really enjoying typing on the keyboard. I've never cared for linear switches especially reds but so far I don't mind so much. This keyboard is very solid.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 02 October 2015, 09:21:23
At work I keep my first mech! CM Storm TK White case with mx reds. Its dressed up really well right now with some GMK that I recently purchase for my kustom in the works! Its perfect for my office with TKL size but included numpad that I need for accounting purposes

I've been enjoying every second using my RS96, my favorite layout so far. I got the keyboard craze so I'm trying to make plans to build another board relatively soon, still searching around for an un-assembled kustom though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eun on Sat, 03 October 2015, 06:48:28
I don't know if this thread will be relevant, but here goes...

I decided to switch to my Model M for now...loving the crunchiness.

I do like to use 356mini
switch / original vintage black, simplicity shim plate
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: samsam on Sat, 03 October 2015, 11:26:02
At the moment i'm rocking the Leopold FC660M  :D
Got it from that Qtang guy....Had to pay a but load of VAT and customs for it like more than 35% extra !!! :-[

Also the key-caps provided SUCK like hell..the color is light grey and the printing is white almost invisible so i had to pay an extra $40 just to get a second set of key-caps..

But there is no one selling this board inside the EU..

My second board is a KUL ES-87 ..Nice board..Not as smooth  as the Leopold ..
And resonates and pings like a mofo  :'(

Kull customer support (if you can call it that) is awful there respons to a key squeaking was buy sum lube..
So buying a brand new keyboard with MX-clears for $150 doesn't eve mean nicely lubed keys..
And his respons to the pinging and resonating? Well just live with it..
perhaps i'l just buy sum of this material ..and try to get rid of the awful sound..
http://www.akoestiekwinkel.nl/stp-gold-geluidsisolerende-ontdreuningsplaten

i guess i have to learn more about self modding..and soldering..that's my number one dream being able to do stuf my self..

Take care all..Love this community .. :D :D :thumb: :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Mon, 05 October 2015, 03:50:08
More
At the moment i'm rocking the Leopold FC660M  :D
Got it from that Qtang guy....Had to pay a but load of VAT and customs for it like more than 35% extra !!! :-[

Also the key-caps provided SUCK like hell..the color is light grey and the printing is white almost invisible so i had to pay an extra $40 just to get a second set of key-caps..

But there is no one selling this board inside the EU..

My second board is a KUL ES-87 ..Nice board..Not as smooth  as the Leopold ..
And resonates and pings like a mofo  :'(

Kull customer support (if you can call it that) is awful there respons to a key squeaking was buy sum lube..
So buying a brand new keyboard with MX-clears for $150 doesn't eve mean nicely lubed keys..
And his respons to the pinging and resonating? Well just live with it..
perhaps i'l just buy sum of this material ..and try to get rid of the awful sound..
http://www.akoestiekwinkel.nl/stp-gold-geluidsisolerende-ontdreuningsplaten

i guess i have to learn more about self modding..and soldering..that's my number one dream being able to do stuf my self..

Take care all..Love this community .. :D :D :thumb: :thumb:

yeah, pinging switches suck
I found out it's mostly due to the springs inside of the switches resonating with the metal plate on the upstroke
the only way I got rid of the noise on my board was by opening up the switches and lubing the springs :(
hopefully that material masks some of the noise... good luck man :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Mon, 05 October 2015, 11:54:25
I finally made an inline TTMK converter for my Apple M0110  :)):

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JLw2QSO.jpg)


The keyboard is yellowed, but it really matches the yellow from the ball (which is original colour). Next step it to make a definitive cable using a smaller AVR and a nicely sleeved cable.

Isn't that the keyboard that came with the original Mac?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eun on Tue, 06 October 2015, 00:08:19
I don't know if this thread will be relevant, but here goes...

I decided to switch to my Model M for now...loving the crunchiness.

(http://blogfiles.naver.net/20150717_115/lyricsit_14370670862412V8Qj_JPEG/Untitled-1.jpg)

actually, i already wrote it. but, i wanna show my pic  ;D
these days, i using 356mini.
.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 06 October 2015, 00:34:44
I finally got around to taking my CODE (MX clears) into work, so I'm using that at work.

For a couple of hours I was using my Apple aluminium keyboard at home, while I was reinstalling OS X, but quickly swapped to my CODE (before I took it to work).

Then I used one of my SSKs for a week or so, until the sidelong glances from my SO started to get longer, and switched to my HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 06 October 2015, 05:14:48
More
Show Image
(http://blogfiles.naver.net/20150717_115/lyricsit_14370670862412V8Qj_JPEG/Untitled-1.jpg)


actually, i already wrote it. but, i wanna show my pic  ;D
these days, i using 356mini.
.

what mousepad are you using?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: samsam on Tue, 06 October 2015, 09:33:48
More
At the moment i'm rocking the Leopold FC660M  :D
Got it from that Qtang guy....Had to pay a but load of VAT and customs for it like more than 35% extra !!! :-[

Also the key-caps provided SUCK like hell..the color is light grey and the printing is white almost invisible so i had to pay an extra $40 just to get a second set of key-caps..

But there is no one selling this board inside the EU..

My second board is a KUL ES-87 ..Nice board..Not as smooth  as the Leopold ..
And resonates and pings like a mofo  :'(

Kull customer support (if you can call it that) is awful there respons to a key squeaking was buy sum lube..
So buying a brand new keyboard with MX-clears for $150 doesn't eve mean nicely lubed keys..
And his respons to the pinging and resonating? Well just live with it..
perhaps i'l just buy sum of this material ..and try to get rid of the awful sound..
http://www.akoestiekwinkel.nl/stp-gold-geluidsisolerende-ontdreuningsplaten

i guess i have to learn more about self modding..and soldering..that's my number one dream being able to do stuf my self..

Take care all..Love this community .. :D :D :thumb: :thumb:

yeah, pinging switches suck
I found out it's mostly due to the springs inside of the switches resonating with the metal plate on the upstroke
the only way I got rid of the noise on my board was by opening up the switches and lubing the springs :(
hopefully that material masks some of the noise... good luck man :thumb:


Thx hojunski, i heard that be four about the lubing of springs..
Kind of strange that the reseller and Kul them selfs don't admit that the damm thing is not lubed..
Kul suggested i go out and buy this lube here.
http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,misc&pid=mechlube_2

Tham its a new keyboard i expect it to be lubed and perfect. Also because KUL claim to be this perfect company..
Many people have complained about the pinging noise with the KUL..

I guess i'l start learning how to solder and take apart Cherry switches..

Thank god my Leopold is wisper quite.
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Tue, 06 October 2015, 09:44:27
More
Thx hojunski, i heard that be four about the lubing of springs..
Kind of strange that the reseller and Kul them selfs don't admit that the damm thing is not lubed..
Kul suggested i go out and buy this lube here.
http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,misc&pid=mechlube_2

Tham its a new keyboard i expect it to be lubed and perfect. Also because KUL claim to be this perfect company..
Many people have complained about the pinging noise with the KUL..

I guess i'l start learning how to solder and take apart Cherry switches..

Thank god my Leopold is wisper quite.
(Attachment Link)

yeah, sadly I don't think any company sells their keyboards stock with lubed switches :( that would be nice though haha
and as for the mechlube 2.. it should really only be used for the stabilizers
if you ever decide to desolder your switches, use this to lube the springs:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Victorinox-SwissArmy-Multi-Tool-Oil-0-17-Fl-oz-5-ml-Bottle-4-3301-/380871539368?hash=item58adb67aa8
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Wed, 07 October 2015, 03:48:24
After using RealForce 55G daily (about 14h/day) for over a year my hands have finally given up (got serious pain in ring and pinky in right hand). I'm back to fullsize Filco with MX Blues for now. On the weekend I'm going to mod by another Filco (tenkeyless) with Gateron Black switches. First I planned to use my last stock of Vintage Blacks but I decided to give gaterons a try. I do have a feeling though that I will end up with a hybrid between Cherry and Gateron in the end - to have best of both worlds I'll use Gateron cases and stems (which are made from smoother plastic), cherry brown/blue springs (which I find perfect in terms of force), and cherry leaf springs (for lower activation point).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Wed, 07 October 2015, 14:26:07
Primary keyboards:
As backups I have:
Other:
After my Round 5a keycaps arrive some time next year, some of the above configurations will change.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 07 October 2015, 21:29:16
Testing out these Tai Hao ALPS caps on my V60 MTS-Q   

IMO way better then the stock caps.

(http://i.imgur.com/keXXV3N.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: darkspider on Mon, 12 October 2015, 08:48:59
I today shifted from IBM Model F AT to Brother's buckling spring keyboard(aka 5576-a01).
I'll use this stuff until I get an F77 this Xmas.
Extremely heavy touch, but still very good typing feels.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mobbo on Mon, 12 October 2015, 08:58:18
Filco Tenkeyless with Browns.

Been really great so far, but I'm dying to know what other switches feel like so I've ordered some MX clears and blues.

Have not yet been converted to Topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 12 October 2015, 09:10:07
OG Cherry double shots, GON Nerd60 with ergo clears. It is my daily driver now, and it feels great and has a nice tock.

(http://i.imgur.com/LajhZ6z.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kohi on Mon, 12 October 2015, 09:24:30
OG Cherry double shots, GON Nerd60 with ergo clears. It is my daily driver now, and it feels great and has a nice tock.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LajhZ6z.jpg)


such a clean look :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 12 October 2015, 09:26:22
OG Cherry double shots, GON Nerd60 with ergo clears. It is my daily driver now, and it feels great and has a nice tock.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LajhZ6z.jpg)


Lookin good.  I'm so sad the classic beige GB didn't happen.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 12 October 2015, 09:28:50
OG Cherry double shots, GON Nerd60 with ergo clears. It is my daily driver now, and it feels great and has a nice tock.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LajhZ6z.jpg)


Lookin good.  I'm so sad the classic beige GB didn't happen.

In my humble opinion the beige set is one all time classic, that deserves the right to be in our boards as keyboard aficionados.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Mon, 12 October 2015, 09:43:39
OG Cherry double shots, GON Nerd60 with ergo clears. It is my daily driver now, and it feels great and has a nice tock.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LajhZ6z.jpg)


Lookin good.  I'm so sad the classic beige GB didn't happen.

There's definitely a reason that when you see custom boards there is an incredibly high chance that they'll be rocking classic beige - it's just a timeless aesthetic

In my humble opinion the beige set is one all time classic, that deserves the right to be in our boards as keyboard aficionados.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tofu28 on Mon, 12 October 2015, 19:05:39
I'm typing on my Realforce 87UW 55g. It really is a dream to type on. I'm currently waiting on a PBT Spacebar and Keykollectiv mods.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Mon, 12 October 2015, 21:03:20
at work a dell kb-522, at home either lenovo chiclets or a tablet
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 12 October 2015, 22:03:27
I am using this keyboard!

(http://i.imgur.com/SKBHOWQ.jpg)

I believe you already know that by now.  Nothing like a 102.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 12 October 2015, 22:09:49
I am using this keyboard!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SKBHOWQ.jpg)


I believe you already know that by now.  Nothing like a 102.

Nice, it is a classic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MajorMajor on Tue, 13 October 2015, 09:51:25
Testing out a Rosewill Apollo

(http://i.imgur.com/Q5exYnY.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Tue, 13 October 2015, 10:49:46
Got me an HHKB Type-S and a Realforce 23UB, lovely boards. My only gripe is that the copy/paste keys on the 23 work with key codes, so when I'm using Dvorak, they don't do anything (useful)! 
Also hi @HoffmanMyster ! I wish I could make more use of your board :p

Oh hey!  :D  That's kind of unfortunate about the 23UB.  :-/  Looks like you'll have to switch back to QWERTY!  :P
 
 
Managed to figure out AHK :p 
Away ye dirty QWERTY!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 13 October 2015, 12:04:19
Rotations between the LZ-SQ and the SSK lately.

FaceU is back into the closet for now, with the Nerd60, the 5k, the RS96.

I need to lighten my collection :x
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Tue, 13 October 2015, 14:20:02
My GON HHKB with 78g lubed gateron clears, I've really been enjoying linear lately.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 13 October 2015, 15:47:46
Stock HHKB Pro 2 - I'm scared I prefer this $200 board to my $400+ Gon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MyBoolean on Wed, 14 October 2015, 22:58:19
currently using  cmstorm mech. it is really bulky. eyeing to get a pok3r
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JiveMasterT on Wed, 14 October 2015, 23:17:06
Switched over from a Das to a KUL ES-87.  It's amazing how much more solid the KUL feels than the the Das.  I'm really pleased with the build quality of these things.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Thu, 15 October 2015, 03:09:58
Stock HHKB Pro 2 - I'm scared I prefer this $200 board to my $400+ Gon
 
I'm scared of the opposite, but I hope that I will love both. GON coming in next week probably, we shall see..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 16 October 2015, 00:11:41
Possibly the last day that I use my GON at work depending if Canada Post is nice to me or not
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Fri, 16 October 2015, 00:12:57
Possibly the last day that I use my GON at work depending if Canada Post is nice to me or not
 
You.. you have found something to SURPASS the GON?  :eek: :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 16 October 2015, 00:13:33
Possibly the last day that I use my GON at work depending if Canada Post is nice to me or not
 
You.. you have found something to SURPASS the GON?  :eek: :eek:

No I got a Lightsaver, I need the tenkey to do data. I'll keep the GON as a LAN board I guess.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Fri, 16 October 2015, 00:14:40
Possibly the last day that I use my GON at work depending if Canada Post is nice to me or not
 
You.. you have found something to SURPASS the GON?  :eek: :eek:

No I got a Lightsaver, I need the tenkey to do data. I'll keep the GON as a LAN board I guess.
 
Ah, the conqueror of all photoshoots, emitter of all LEDs! Hope to see some pictures, they look amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 16 October 2015, 00:35:30
Possibly the last day that I use my GON at work depending if Canada Post is nice to me or not
 
You.. you have found something to SURPASS the GON?  :eek: :eek:

No I got a Lightsaver, I need the tenkey to do data. I'll keep the GON as a LAN board I guess.
 
Ah, the conqueror of all photoshoots, emitter of all LEDs! Hope to see some pictures, they look amazing.

Waiting on leds from china to swap out but I gotta retake pictures of all my boards eventually :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Fri, 16 October 2015, 01:36:11
Having a go with the HHKB at long last. The layout is fun, but the sounds of the center-most keys are super clackey compared with the rest and it sounds a little odd when typing.

(http://s16.postimg.org/aoee625hx/Keyboards_1.jpg)

For some CS GO I use the black QFR pictured here with MX Red. The backplate is red, though you can't see it in the photos.

Each one has four different tones of thick PBT keycaps.  :cool: I had to put the light colored caps in the bottom-right corner of the QFR because I struggle to pick the right button for changing teams and classes in some games. It's easy to use them when typing, but picking them out at random isn't as easy to do quickly.

(http://s16.postimg.org/3jwkx0y8l/Keyboards_2.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Fri, 16 October 2015, 02:32:53
Possibly the last day that I use my GON at work depending if Canada Post is nice to me or not
 
You.. you have found something to SURPASS the GON?  :eek: :eek:

No I got a Lightsaver, I need the tenkey to do data. I'll keep the GON as a LAN board I guess.
 
Ah, the conqueror of all photoshoots, emitter of all LEDs! Hope to see some pictures, they look amazing.

Waiting on leds from china to swap out but I gotta retake pictures of all my boards eventually :)
 
Excellent, looking forward to it. 

Having a go with the HHKB at long last. The layout is fun, but the sounds of the center-most keys are super clackey compared with the rest and it sounds a little odd when typing.
 
Sorry, I just can't take you seriously after you refused to believe that black and white keys were made the same.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Magna224 on Fri, 16 October 2015, 02:58:00
I just got a novatouch today. Threw on my vortex PBTs and waiting for lube + EK landingpads in mail. I like it though! I was worried it would let me down as a TKL replacement of my 103UB but it didn't dissapoint.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 16 October 2015, 04:15:47
Having a go with the HHKB at long last. The layout is fun, but the sounds of the center-most keys are super clackey compared with the rest and it sounds a little odd when typing.

Show Image
(http://s16.postimg.org/aoee625hx/Keyboards_1.jpg)


For some CS GO I use the black QFR pictured here with MX Red. The backplate is red, though you can't see it in the photos.

Each one has four different tones of thick PBT keycaps.  :cool: I had to put the light colored caps in the bottom-right corner of the QFR because I struggle to pick the right button for changing teams and classes in some games. It's easy to use them when typing, but picking them out at random isn't as easy to do quickly.

Show Image
(http://s16.postimg.org/3jwkx0y8l/Keyboards_2.jpg)


Beautiful keyboards, bro.

I love that all your keyboards are a crossover and mix of Black, White, Grey, and hints of Red <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 16 October 2015, 04:31:50
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(http://s16.postimg.org/3jwkx0y8l/Keyboards_2.jpg)


I just love the layout on those two keyboards :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Fri, 16 October 2015, 10:10:24
Beautiful keyboards, bro.

I love that all your keyboards are a crossover and mix of Black, White, Grey, and hints of Red <3

I just love the layout on those two keyboards :)

Thanks!

There will be even more beige/grey and red accents when these show up:

(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlt1/t31.0-8/12069002_499530970208631_7643236777421944101_o.jpg)

(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/12002372_499531030208625_8383650331319337616_o.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 16 October 2015, 17:42:04
Just finished putting my Model F back together. ANSI at last  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 16 October 2015, 18:29:34
There will be even more beige/grey and red accents when these show up:

Show Image
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlt1/t31.0-8/12069002_499530970208631_7643236777421944101_o.jpg)


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(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/12002372_499531030208625_8383650331319337616_o.jpg)


I can't wait to get my sets from Ivan.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Fri, 16 October 2015, 19:16:31
Beautiful keyboards, bro.

I love that all your keyboards are a crossover and mix of Black, White, Grey, and hints of Red <3

I just love the layout on those two keyboards :)

Thanks!

There will be even more beige/grey and red accents when these show up:

Show Image
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlt1/t31.0-8/12069002_499530970208631_7643236777421944101_o.jpg)


Show Image
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/12002372_499531030208625_8383650331319337616_o.jpg)


Damn, where'd you get those? Were they an Ivan thing?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 17 October 2015, 17:48:16
Posting this here now because by tomorrow's end, I won't have it anymore ..... T________________T

Gotta keep it documented here to help me verify it actually happened.

(http://i.imgur.com/jfjYhr7.jpg)

More photos here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1898896#msg1898896
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 18 October 2015, 02:30:03
Just finished putting my Model F back together. ANSI at last  :D

Any pics, notes or build log?

I have a Model M 122 that I'll be converting from ISO to ANSI, and the more info I can get the easier it should be.

There are a few guides around already, but I like as much information as I can get :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Sun, 18 October 2015, 10:06:02
Now typing on recently arrived Keycool (refitted with some backlight friendly PBT). So far, Kailh Blue feel just like MX Blue, and they all click properly...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sun, 18 October 2015, 10:41:54
Beautiful keyboards, bro.

I love that all your keyboards are a crossover and mix of Black, White, Grey, and hints of Red <3

I just love the layout on those two keyboards :)

Thanks!

There will be even more beige/grey and red accents when these show up:

Show Image
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlt1/t31.0-8/12069002_499530970208631_7643236777421944101_o.jpg)


Show Image
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/12002372_499531030208625_8383650331319337616_o.jpg)


Damn, where'd you get those? Were they an Ivan thing?

Yeah, Ivan's PBT4 group buy. Shouldn't be too much longer, I'm hoping!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 20 October 2015, 02:17:12
Still using my GON NerD60 with 62g lubed Clears, and TA GMK.  I did get a MKC case.

(http://i.imgur.com/ktLxtCQ.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 20 October 2015, 04:55:15
Still using my GON NerD60 with 62g lubed Clears, and TA GMK.  I did get a MKC case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ktLxtCQ.jpg)


Nice board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 20 October 2015, 05:19:21
Still using my GON NerD60 with 62g lubed Clears, and TA GMK.  I did get a MKC case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ktLxtCQ.jpg)


Nice board!

Thanks  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tararais on Wed, 21 October 2015, 00:35:59
Still using my GON NerD60 with 62g lubed Clears, and TA GMK.  I did get a MKC case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ktLxtCQ.jpg)

 
Lovely board! I'll be getting a GON TKL with stock clears hopefully tomorrow (USPS please), will post some pictures.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 21 October 2015, 04:48:44
Still CODE MX clear at work.

Now QFR MX black with Tai Hao orange/black keycaps at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: r0yal on Wed, 21 October 2015, 15:14:26
ISO-DE Model M from '97.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Wed, 21 October 2015, 17:20:18
HP Probook keyboard - not that bad - has similar tactility to a MBP
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Thu, 22 October 2015, 03:16:27
Been using an HHKB for half a decade as well as the trusty lenovo W520 keyboard, both have served me well.
Recently started visiting GH again, which was probably a bad idea for my wallet.

(http://i.imgur.com/Xju9pOA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Thu, 22 October 2015, 03:40:19
Been using an HHKB for half a decade as well as the trusty lenovo W520 keyboard, both have served me well.
Recently started visiting GH again, which was probably a bad idea for my wallet.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Xju9pOA.jpg)


WB to the dark side :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Thu, 22 October 2015, 03:56:21
Been using an HHKB for half a decade as well as the trusty lenovo W520 keyboard, both have served me well.
Recently started visiting GH again, which was probably a bad idea for my wallet.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Xju9pOA.jpg)


Welcome back!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Porkins on Sat, 24 October 2015, 22:44:01
(http://i.imgur.com/qmwBoa0.jpg?1)

New to the topre/mechanical keyboard world. Tried the HHKB JP first, but the staggering was just too weird and I couldn't get used to it so I broke down and bought this one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bigpock on Sat, 24 October 2015, 23:20:48
After using my KUL with mx clears for 3 months

I have my brand new KC60 with Gateron blacks

I just wish i got the dyesub keycaps  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dutC4 on Sat, 24 October 2015, 23:36:08
 :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Sun, 25 October 2015, 04:06:43
My fingers are relieved now. Using Code Keyboard 87 with Vintage MX Black, modded with 62G gold Korean springs, and loving every keystroke!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sun, 25 October 2015, 07:52:04
Went through a period about 2 weeks ago when my HHKB felt like heaven - now back on my Nerd60 with ergo clears and I don't ever want to leave them.....

Is it possible to be in love with two keyboards at the same time?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Sun, 25 October 2015, 07:53:19
Went through a period about 2 weeks ago when my HHKB felt like heaven - now back on my Nerd60 with ergo clears and I don't ever want to leave them.....

Is it possible to be in love with two keyboards at the same time?

Of course.

I can't never be separated from my SSK and 55g HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sun, 25 October 2015, 08:10:04
Went through a period about 2 weeks ago when my HHKB felt like heaven - now back on my Nerd60 with ergo clears and I don't ever want to leave them.....

Is it possible to be in love with two keyboards at the same time?

Of course.

I can't never be separated from my SSK and 55g HHKB.

The problem is when I change from one to the other I go through a few hours of hating both boards
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Draxor on Sun, 25 October 2015, 08:56:12
I'm using a V80 with clears as my main board and a Noppoo Nano 75 S modded with 67g clears (+ mx grey spacebar and gateron yellow on FN) on my HTPC which I love since it doubles as mouse

I got some gateron blues on the way and am still not sure what to do with them since I don't plan on desoldering the noppoo again... maybe on a different board (or a second 75 S)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1swt2gs on Sun, 25 October 2015, 12:50:12
I have been switching between my Code v2 TKL w/ clears and my Poker II w/ blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: briancvrrbs on Sun, 25 October 2015, 16:11:01
Currently using my lovely Varmilo VB87M with Cherry MX Blacks and GMK Dolch  :thumb:

(http://imgur.com/ASLBFse)

I have another Varmilo coming in from Massdrop, the wired version with Gateron Browns this time though...and another custom SPriT Board  :))
It seems that I have been firmly engrossed in this hobby enough to transcend the logic of only needing one KB lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hyp36rmax on Sun, 25 October 2015, 16:25:21
At home on main rig I'm currently using a Cooler Master Quickfire XTi Green, Rapid-i Blue, and in the office a Quickfire XT Brown.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jet2686 on Sun, 25 October 2015, 16:30:39
Jumping back and forth between fc660c and varmillo 87 with cherry browns.

Meanwhile i have a fc660m sitting there as the topre started growing on me.

What is it about the varmillo that makes typing so fking great?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kerpadge on Sun, 25 October 2015, 16:36:07
I recently put some o-rings on my Ducky YoTG with blacks to see if I would enjoy it. I thought the o-rings would make them much more enjoyable to type on, but I can't decide if I like the result. I can say without a doubt, that o-rings on mx-greens is NOT for me. Waiting for my Zealios to arrive so I can put them on my Pok3r.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kola93 on Sun, 25 October 2015, 21:41:18
Filco TKL with MX Reds. After all these years, Filcos are still great keyboards. ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sun, 25 October 2015, 21:43:44
Been using an HHKB for half a decade as well as the trusty lenovo W520 keyboard, both have served me well.
Recently started visiting GH again, which was probably a bad idea for my wallet.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Xju9pOA.jpg)


Don't let your wallet become comfortable with you being here, so begin immediately teaching her who the boss is by getting in as many buys as possible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RenegadeParadox on Sun, 25 October 2015, 22:02:11
Ducky Shine Mini with clears. Though I switched off from my G2 Pro with MX Blues recently.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dongulator on Sun, 25 October 2015, 23:11:34
FC660C.. Best Keyboard EVER!!!!!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whmeltonjr on Sun, 25 October 2015, 23:14:20
FC660C.. Best Keyboard EVER!!!!!!!

I really want to try one of these. Big fan of the layout. Never tried a Topre board before.

Right now I've been using my Logitech G910. I had pretty much exclusively used my Poker II, but my wife has needed to use my PC and she doesn't like the blank caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dongulator on Sun, 25 October 2015, 23:22:42
FC660C.. Best Keyboard EVER!!!!!!!

I really want to try one of these. Big fan of the layout. Never tried a Topre board before.

Right now I've been using my Logitech G910. I had pretty much exclusively used my Poker II, but my wife has needed to use my PC and she doesn't like the blank caps.

Got mine in a recent trade, first topre board as well and to be honest I was a little skeptical. But as soon as I started typing on it all skepticism was lost. I wouldn't hesitate to get this board again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: briancvrrbs on Mon, 26 October 2015, 01:48:02
FC660C.. Best Keyboard EVER!!!!!!!

I really want to try one of these. Big fan of the layout. Never tried a Topre board before.

Right now I've been using my Logitech G910. I had pretty much exclusively used my Poker II, but my wife has needed to use my PC and she doesn't like the blank caps.

Got mine in a recent trade, first topre board as well and to be honest I was a little skeptical. But as soon as I started typing on it all skepticism was lost. I wouldn't hesitate to get this board again.

Hmmmmm...I may have three keyboards already..but I guess I may just have to get one of these FC660C to complete the set  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 26 October 2015, 05:45:12
Logitech K120 on work PC. K is for Krap.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Mon, 26 October 2015, 06:55:53
Going through my first day at work with ultralight (62g Korean gold) vintage mx blacks and loving it! They're like a direct connection between the brain and the terminal. Typing is so effortless and you can feel a gentle raise in pressure under the fingers before bottoming out so it's actually quite easy to type without pressing all the way to the bottom. I also tried to switch to my other keyboards and those are the thoughts:
1) Filco with Gateron Blacks feels hard. keycaps are PBT though so it may be part of the reason. It feels cold and hard, debounces quicker but also due to different force slope on those switches it's actually easier to bottom out. They're also a bit scratchier.
2) Model M feels as tactile as never, and surprisingly not that heavy at all, but it feels very scratchy especially on modifiers. This is weird because it always felt as smooth as my Topre, better than MX Blue Filco I have.
3) Filco with MX Blue feels very heavy and tactile. Kind of weird, feels heavier than IBM but less tactile, funny :)
4) Topre 55G feels almost impossible to press, so heavy. Possibly due to all resistance being on top. After overcoming this initial resistance it crashes my fingers on bottom. I can feel this is where my RSI pains are coming from. Hard bottoming out on the plate of RealForce :( I doubt I will be able to use this keyboard in near future. After typing one minute speedtest, pain in my fingers was already killing me. I do appreciate its low profile, super nice keycaps (I've got the PBT spacebar for it), thock and super smooth key action, but still. It hurts me :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SploogeFactory on Mon, 26 October 2015, 07:00:17
FC660C.. Best Keyboard EVER!!!!!!!

I really want to try one of these. Big fan of the layout. Never tried a Topre board before.

Right now I've been using my Logitech G910. I had pretty much exclusively used my Poker II, but my wife has needed to use my PC and she doesn't like the blank caps.

Got mine in a recent trade, first topre board as well and to be honest I was a little skeptical. But as soon as I started typing on it all skepticism was lost. I wouldn't hesitate to get this board again.

Hmmm, noted. What were you using before just out of interest? I've only had experience with MX for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 26 October 2015, 16:16:25
My favorite keyboard in my collection, I don't see that changing anytime soon:
Cherry G81-3077 With Leeku 3000MX PCB, 65g Nixdorf blacks, and original cherry PBT.
(http://imgur.com/64fwRns.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jb1830 on Mon, 26 October 2015, 16:49:10
KC60 with MX Greens that I finally got all my stuff for.

(http://i.imgur.com/tDnHmhs.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Mon, 26 October 2015, 17:44:47
My favorite keyboard in my collection, I don't see that changing anytime soon:
Cherry G81-3077 With Leeku 3000MX PCB, 65g Nixdorf blacks, and original cherry PBT.
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/64fwRns.jpg)


wow, orange plate? i've always wanted to paint some of my plates orange.. such a badass color!

or.. is it red? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 26 October 2015, 20:36:50
My favorite keyboard in my collection, I don't see that changing anytime soon:
Cherry G81-3077 With Leeku 3000MX PCB, 65g Nixdorf blacks, and original cherry PBT.
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/64fwRns.jpg)


wow, orange plate? i've always wanted to paint some of my plates orange.. such a badass color!

or.. is it red? :D
No plate!
The Leeku 3000 PCB is red.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: linuxhermit on Mon, 26 October 2015, 20:42:48
I've been using an MK84 w/Greetech Blues for the past week, and really enjoying it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Butter on Mon, 26 October 2015, 21:29:32
Varmilo VA87MR with Gateron black. So much better then MX Black
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happyturtlee on Mon, 26 October 2015, 21:45:26
Topre KeyKollectiv Snackeys just came in today so I'm using my HHKB! Though I just put Hyperfuse on my Poker II so it's been hard to decide which one I want to type on. It's nice having the option between cherry and topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dongulator on Wed, 28 October 2015, 00:43:52
FC660C.. Best Keyboard EVER!!!!!!!

I really want to try one of these. Big fan of the layout. Never tried a Topre board before.

Right now I've been using my Logitech G910. I had pretty much exclusively used my Poker II, but my wife has needed to use my PC and she doesn't like the blank caps.

Got mine in a recent trade, first topre board as well and to be honest I was a little skeptical. But as soon as I started typing on it all skepticism was lost. I wouldn't hesitate to get this board again.

Hmmm, noted. What were you using before just out of interest? I've only had experience with MX for now.

Leopold w/ mx red (work) and CM Storm w/ Browns (home). Both are great,  but I don't think I could boast enough about this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SploogeFactory on Wed, 28 October 2015, 02:21:58
Leopold w/ mx red (work) and CM Storm w/ Browns (home). Both are great,  but I don't think I could boast enough about this board.

Yeah, to me it looks like a good compromise between TKL and 60%. What are the two buttons in the top right hand corner for? I have never bothered to look it up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Wed, 28 October 2015, 02:26:50
456 gt with browns, not liking browns, but liking everything else :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sitch on Wed, 28 October 2015, 08:37:48
Using topre variable weight now, planning to shift all the 45g towards the 60% and the rest to Functions roll and the other side keys.

Making a ergodox now too with ergo clear 62g switches but i burnt one pcb, going to get replacement from taobao
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theginginator on Wed, 28 October 2015, 13:09:01
HHKB with keykollectiv topre mod set and soon to have snackeys basket as my travel board for class. I use a Noppoo EC108-Pro with 35g switches at home when gaming/poker 2 with blues when typing. xbox controller mostly right now for my rocket league addiction  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Wed, 28 October 2015, 14:21:25
No plate!
The Leeku 3000 PCB is red.  :thumb:

ah, makes sense!
always digged the red PCBs. i've never owned a board with one, booo!

(http://i.imgur.com/pVVtI2H.jpg?1)
such a nice blue! totally digging this look.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 29 October 2015, 11:22:15
A couple of weeks ago Newegg had a deep discount in the Logitech G710, so I grabbed one. I'm liking it quite a lot. I haven't thought of a use for the macro keys yet, tho. In all, it's a pretty nice keyboard for the fifty bucks I paid.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Thu, 29 October 2015, 11:31:45
A couple of weeks ago Newegg had a deep discount in the Logitech G710, so I grabbed one. I'm liking it quite a lot. I haven't thought of a use for the macro keys yet, tho. In all, it's a pretty nice keyboard for the fifty bucks I paid.
Best buy also had the sale, but only for a weeken.  I tried one of these at walmart just recently and it's probably my favorite 'cherry blue' type board.  If it was $30 I might be tempted.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prelim on Thu, 29 October 2015, 11:39:27
can't switch from this keyboard for a long time (Dolch PAC modded - 65g lubed linears) :cool:

(http://s14.postimg.org/bajo5txj5/DSC03547_Large.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gabba-gool on Thu, 29 October 2015, 11:55:48
POK3R with clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: r0yal on Fri, 30 October 2015, 15:03:09
UPDATE! I'll be using an ISO WASD TKL (hopefully modded to 65g Purple Zealios) after Christmas!

 :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ryukuxyz on Fri, 30 October 2015, 15:13:06
Winkeyless B.87 with Clears and GMK Hyperfuse :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MeltingTeeth on Fri, 30 October 2015, 17:12:48
HHKB!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: njbair on Fri, 30 October 2015, 22:33:17
Varmilo VA87MR with Gateron black. So much better then MX Black

Not a bad board. I picked one up myself with Gateron blacks a while back. I went with the white case and mint green side-printed keycaps. It looks really nice but I don't like the fact that it's Windows-only and non-programmable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Sat, 31 October 2015, 15:13:07
Varmilo VA87MR with Gateron black. So much better then MX Black

Not a bad board. I picked one up myself with Gateron blacks a while back. I went with the white case and mint green side-printed keycaps. It looks really nice but I don't like the fact that it's Windows-only and non-programmable.

Hmm, mine's plugged in at work to a dumb terminal, so therefore Linux. Never tried it on OSX, but if it works on Linux, chances are...

Here's the bastardized Novatouch I'm currently using (bought it from a GHer cheap, as its missing the top half of the case):

(http://i.imgur.com/iWmmrjI.jpg)

Mixture of Topre and Novatouch MX sliders. HHKB alphas, Cherry POM everything else, minus the artisan caps. And the PBT spacebar from... my Pok3r I believe. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sat, 31 October 2015, 16:21:43
Topre HiPro at work. It makes me excited to go to work every day  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sun, 01 November 2015, 08:01:56
Here's the bastardized Novatouch I'm currently using (bought it from a GHer cheap, as its missing the top half of the case):

but... those windows keys.........
(http://imagesmtv-a.akamaihd.net/uri/mgid:file:http:shared:mtv.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/luke-1432160584.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 01 November 2015, 08:11:09
Logitech K800

It's arguably a great keyboard (apart from not being ErgoDox). The backlight is much much better than anything MX-compatible can dream of, and these particular Perfect Stroke scissor switches with spherical keycaps feel awesome… bottoming out isn't particularly harsh either. I just wish it wasn't fullsize. Obviously, I could switch to one of the more compact models (such as K810, TK820 which I actually have too, or K830), but those have shorter travel and harsher landing for some reason.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yowaffle on Sun, 01 November 2015, 11:46:36
Right now I'm using a Ducky Shine 4 because I just got the Hyperfuse set. One of the few sets that I prefer on full sized boards over TKL or 60%s
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 02 November 2015, 15:06:21
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)

Finally trying out a hi-pro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: inanis on Mon, 02 November 2015, 15:26:04
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)


Finally trying out a hi-pro.

Is it amazing...cause it looks amazing. I have always wanted to try one of those out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: W_hinklebottom on Mon, 02 November 2015, 15:31:41
I am using my 55g HHKB now with more snackeys! The other boards I have don't see a lot of desk time


(http://i.imgur.com/1B770Tz.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 02 November 2015, 15:32:14
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)


Finally trying out a hi-pro.

Is it amazing...cause it looks amazing. I have always wanted to try one of those out.
I think I'll like it better with a silencing mod.

The caps are interesting and definitely will take getting used to, they feel weird.

It's oddly light and I'm thinking a 55g mod would have been worthwhile but I already sold those boards.

So far I'm undecided.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 02 November 2015, 16:34:03
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)


Finally trying out a hi-pro.

Is it amazing...cause it looks amazing. I have always wanted to try one of those out.
That's a pretty interesting board.  I always thought Topres were just those 60% boards.  It looks so nonchalant.  Does it feel like the usual Topres?  How much do those things run?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 02 November 2015, 16:36:10
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)


Finally trying out a hi-pro.

Is it amazing...cause it looks amazing. I have always wanted to try one of those out.
That's a pretty interesting board.  I always thought Topres were just those 60% boards.  It looks so nonchalant.  Does it feel like the usual Topres?  How much do those things run?
This is my 3rd full size Topre board and they also have tkl sized boards and separate number pads.

So far this one feels lighter to me.

One of my other ones that I'm taking back home.

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/ebe3fc1c871f3ae1992738e3349e6d56.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mszy52 on Mon, 02 November 2015, 17:04:59
I recently bought a corsair strafe with brown's but for the past few months i have been using an e-3lue offbranded kailh red switch board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 02 November 2015, 17:53:31
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)


Finally trying out a hi-pro.

Is it amazing...cause it looks amazing. I have always wanted to try one of those out.
That's a pretty interesting board.  I always thought Topres were just those 60% boards.  It looks so nonchalant.  Does it feel like the usual Topres?  How much do those things run?
This is my 3rd full size Topre board and they also have tkl sized boards and separate number pads.
Link where to buy?  That board you're taking home is nice too!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Mon, 02 November 2015, 18:38:36
On a Year of the Goat. Will probably switch to a Model M or F by the end of the year
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gadzkun on Tue, 03 November 2015, 02:58:51
now im typing use my KUL ES-87 Green MX :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 03 November 2015, 04:47:48
im swithcing it up between these two badboys.

(http://i.imgur.com/kLVUeOq.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clochette on Tue, 03 November 2015, 04:54:44
have been with filco since i got into mechs

tried the blackwidow tournament edition in blue switches

now back to filco browns.. now undecided between the wide array of switches  :mad:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yowaffle on Tue, 03 November 2015, 06:40:17
Right now I'm using a Ducky Shine 4 because I just got the Hyperfuse set. One of the few sets that I prefer on full sized boards over TKL or 60%s

Now I'm using a KC60 with Zealios! Keyboards are so much fun  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yomammary on Tue, 03 November 2015, 07:17:28
IBM SSK at home and a RF87U-55g at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 03 November 2015, 09:21:01
My favorite keyboard in my collection, I don't see that changing anytime soon:
Cherry G81-3077 With Leeku 3000MX PCB, 65g Nixdorf blacks, and original cherry PBT.
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/64fwRns.jpg)


That is an absolutely beautiful board!!! If that was in my collection, I'd be hard pressed to not say it's my favorite too. So good, mang.

Very jelly!


KC60 with MX Greens that I finally got all my stuff for.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tDnHmhs.jpg)


That's really damn good lookin'. Really love the theme, and the transparency of those caps are strangely enticing.


can't switch from this keyboard for a long time (Dolch PAC modded - 65g lubed linears) :cool:

Show Image
(http://s14.postimg.org/bajo5txj5/DSC03547_Large.jpg)




1800 = win win win ... x100


Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/1a8433043c5f2f0cfbdaced959e93229.jpg)


Finally trying out a hi-pro.

I've always wanted to try that keyboard so bad. It just seems like it would be the ultimate work horse keyboard. My experience with SA profile caps is they always make the keyboard sound and feel better. It probably feels slightly lighter too because of the heavier caps. Hnnnggg. I must try some day. I know that if I am ever required a keyboard for an office, it'd be that or a silenced uniform 45g Realforce fullsize.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 03 November 2015, 09:33:27
im swithcing it up between these two badboys.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kLVUeOq.jpg)


They look pretty, while RGB full color caps is not my cup of tea, I can appreciate how cool they look.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 03 November 2015, 09:56:03
im swithcing it up between these two badboys.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kLVUeOq.jpg)


They look pretty, while RGB full color caps is not my cup of tea, I can appreciate how cool they look.

It bugs me a little that i dont have black legends on the rgbs, cant wait for the rgbk gb to ship.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: weehooherod on Tue, 03 November 2015, 17:30:51
I'm currently using a KBT Pure with blues. My Ergodox Infinity will be arriving tomorrow though!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Tue, 03 November 2015, 18:01:16
Asserting my dominance with my white FC660C  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Tue, 03 November 2015, 18:11:57
One of my other ones that I'm taking back home.
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/ebe3fc1c871f3ae1992738e3349e6d56.jpg)


woah. does that board come like that, stock? or was that case swapped?
don't know why, but i so dig that combination. the RF87U that i have, has a black case with the white/grey keycap set as well, and it looks totally sweet!
I will probably switch the keycaps, however. (whenever matt3o's set is available!)

though.. black caps with white case (stormtrooper) looks pretty atrocious to me :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 03 November 2015, 18:14:06
One of my other ones that I'm taking back home.
Show Image
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/02/ebe3fc1c871f3ae1992738e3349e6d56.jpg)


woah. does that board come like that, stock? or was that case swapped?
don't know why, but i so dig that combination. the RF87U that i have, has a black case with the white/grey keycap set as well, and it looks totally sweet!
I will probably switch the keycaps, however. (whenever matt3o's set is available!)

though.. black caps with white case (stormtrooper) looks pretty atrocious to me :'(
This is a combination of a couple different Topre boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Tue, 03 November 2015, 18:25:00
woah. does that board come like that, stock? or was that case swapped?
This is a combination of a couple different Topre boards.

figures! dome-swapped, i suppose?
i wanted to do a dome-swap at first, but just couldn't get myself to remove them. they looked to neat and perfect, i didn't want to mess with that harmony :-[

1) Filco with Gateron Blacks feels hard. keycaps are PBT though so it may be part of the reason. It feels cold and hard, debounces quicker but also due to different force slope on those switches it's actually easier to bottom out. They're also a bit scratchier.
4) Topre 55G feels almost impossible to press, so heavy. Possibly due to all resistance being on top. After overcoming this initial resistance it crashes my fingers on bottom. I can feel this is where my RSI pains are coming from. Hard bottoming out on the plate of RealForce :( I doubt I will be able to use this keyboard in near future. After typing one minute speedtest, pain in my fingers was already killing me. I do appreciate its low profile, super nice keycaps (I've got the PBT spacebar for it), thock and super smooth key action, but still. It hurts me :(

i know what you mean!
i haven't used my Cherry Reds (plate-mounted) for many months because of this. that harsh bottom-out is a real annoyance to my fingers.
i suppose every switch causes this to some extend, but some are obviously worse than others.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 03 November 2015, 21:07:50
(http://i.imgur.com/yjNDAOd.jpg)

one of these two
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Tue, 03 November 2015, 22:32:48
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yjNDAOd.jpg)


one of these two
What MX switch?

Also that gold ribbit. :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jb1830 on Tue, 03 November 2015, 23:10:42
KC60 with MX Greens that I finally got all my stuff for.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tDnHmhs.jpg)


That's really damn good lookin'. Really love the theme, and the transparency of those caps are strangely enticing.

Thanks a lot. I'm really enjoying it as my first mech and from everything else I've seen I feel it's pretty unique.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Wed, 04 November 2015, 02:37:25
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yjNDAOd.jpg)


one of these two

demix coming bax to the darx side
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 04 November 2015, 02:49:39
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yjNDAOd.jpg)


one of these two
What MX switch?

Also that gold ribbit. :eek:

crap clears. i dont see how people can use these. they feel horrible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Wed, 04 November 2015, 02:56:28
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yjNDAOd.jpg)


one of these two
What MX switch?

Also that gold ribbit. :eek:

crap clears. i dont see how people can use these. they feel horrible.

Lubed?

im starting to get tired of them aswell. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 04 November 2015, 02:57:32
no, stock. i doubt anything can help these tbh. they just suck ass period.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Wed, 04 November 2015, 03:27:27
Try to keep up :)
GON Nerd v60 obviously with vintage blacks (currently stock because I'm too lazy to swap springs for now) programmed to emulate KBP v60 layout. Getting used to it as I ordered V60 with Matias switches so I can mod it with blue alps :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Irontree on Wed, 04 November 2015, 03:31:01
Ducky Shine 3 with Cherry MX Red.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Wed, 04 November 2015, 09:04:33
Back on my KUL ES-87 with Cherry browns and the Midnight DCS key set at work.   :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Magna224 on Wed, 04 November 2015, 09:55:07
Currently plugged in is my novatouch with vortex PBT and a quickfire rapid with gateron blacks and cherry doubleshots
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: edb5s on Wed, 04 November 2015, 10:14:26
Thermaltake Poseidon Z with blue Kailhs for work (with o rings)
Poker II with blues for home
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: slushi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 10:17:42
Currently using a b.87 with lubed and stickered ergo-clears at 62g. It's pretty smooth but I'm just waiting for my Orion V2 to come in so I can use the 67g zealios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 04 November 2015, 11:34:07
Currently using a b.87 with lubed and stickered ergo-clears at 62g. It's pretty smooth but I'm just waiting for my Orion V2 to come in so I can use the 67g zealios.

I'm planning on putting my 65g Zealios in my Orion, with the plastic plate as well the board shouldn't have a problem with illumination. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: slushi on Wed, 04 November 2015, 13:58:30

Currently using a b.87 with lubed and stickered ergo-clears at 62g. It's pretty smooth but I'm just waiting for my Orion V2 to come in so I can use the 67g zealios.

I'm planning on putting my 65g Zealios in my Orion, with the plastic plate as well the board shouldn't have a problem with illumination. :p

Oh nice! The issues people have noticed are worrying me a bit since it would be my first time soldering
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lashiel on Wed, 04 November 2015, 14:10:27
This has been my work setup the last few days

(http://i.imgur.com/ulJaThn.jpg)

I normally use the WASD Code (Greens), but I've been doing a lot more typing the last few days, and brought in the V60, 1. because it's a bit lighter on the fingers, and 2. because I just got it recently and hadn't gotten to type much on it yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AllegedlyAlienated on Wed, 04 November 2015, 16:02:04
Novatouch with my very own sexy pulse set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: waitinginexile on Wed, 04 November 2015, 16:22:34
I'm using my Pok3r with clears right now, mostly stock caps, currently have a granite gamer set on.

yay mixing cap profiles
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: venyv on Wed, 04 November 2015, 17:46:34
I am using my Novatouch TKL at home and my HHKB at work. I throw in the FC660C every now and then to mix it up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wooshCap on Wed, 04 November 2015, 22:31:45
I am using Das 4C Professional brown. I got it recently. I been using laptop keyboard for a while so Das keyboard feel so good. my hands are so happy. Feels like a dream. I can't go back to laptop keyboards any more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grav3serker on Thu, 05 November 2015, 00:10:40
My KBParadise V60MTS-Q just came in, and I'm loving it so far. My WPM has instantly jumped up about 10 and typing on this thing is a breeze!  :thumb: Super happy with these Matias Quiet Clicks. Great tactical feedback compared to my MX Browns! I would highly recommend this board to anyone looking for a new board. This is my first 60% board, and I thought it would take some time to adjust to the smaller layout, but for me, it was an extremely smooth transition. Typing is way more comfortable for me surprisingly. I don't feel like I'm struggling to re-find the home row when I have to hit backspace, as there's a lot less on the board. Love it! ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Thu, 05 November 2015, 01:19:21
Back to HHKB after a few days with the 87u.

My brain is happy to be back on HHKB backspace
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Thu, 05 November 2015, 02:35:00
My brain is happy to be back on HHKB backspace

i'm starting to suffer from the same curse : (
and it's probably going to get worse now i have uploaded my own layout to hasu's controller..
i should never have bought this!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Thu, 05 November 2015, 06:57:22
My brain is happy to be back on HHKB backspace

i'm starting to suffer from the same curse : (
and it's probably going to get worse now i have uploaded my own layout to hasu's controller..
i should never have bought this!

Hmmm guess it depends on what other boards you use - the RF 87u is the only thing that doesn't have an HHKB layout that I regularly use
Just wish Hasu had an alternate controller for it already so I could change the layout
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Thu, 05 November 2015, 08:35:02
Bluetooth HHKB!

(http://i.imgur.com/STSWZh0.jpg)

The thock is strong with this one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Thu, 05 November 2015, 09:37:23
My KBParadise V60MTS-Q just came in, and I'm loving it so far. My WPM has instantly jumped up about 10 and typing on this thing is a breeze!  :thumb: Super happy with these Matias Quiet Clicks. Great tactical feedback compared to my MX Browns! I would highly recommend this board to anyone looking for a new board. This is my first 60% board, and I thought it would take some time to adjust to the smaller layout, but for me, it was an extremely smooth transition. Typing is way more comfortable for me surprisingly. I don't feel like I'm struggling to re-find the home row when I have to hit backspace, as there's a lot less on the board. Love it! ;D
Sounds like you found a great fit for you!  :thumb:
Bluetooth HHKB!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/STSWZh0.jpg)


The thock is strong with this one.
I need to get something mech and bt.  Or an otg adapter so I can use an M with my phone...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 05 November 2015, 09:42:15
Bluetooth HHKB!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/STSWZh0.jpg)


The thock is strong with this one.


It mimics a resonance chamber, heavy key caps with tall profile are the hammers, the hollow case is the amplifier, the result should inevitable be a strong sound.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Thu, 05 November 2015, 10:53:43
Infinity with lubed/stickered/62g gp spring Gateron Blues and Calm Depths SA keycaps.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/aC04cD8W1u0oP0-oF-QcITU4UowHtbyNDehIKidFd0N9WhhbbpLMzOaB0jSt8j2ikiftbwBKBv9qm0E_TO9P0TsShxI2SyRY5N-RNLEX7z9LSe-Gxog62ILF1PGVXMLE6__XaK8lUAlR9UoNA7dhltaHl6TybP_ZSHWr3IklUgYE76dof691oGFs8TeK7WA8P4-L-ZBImTS-VrggEQ-P3essUTDsjTKOT1tMq-KZ9hkPaZiiTJvF-fEdiJ2jpFJ3lOj2a-qRFkvPtL3z5eEsO8QrFsnss4vCQNz6xm7Wd3BQDmAdlma-x_r4O0Nm09I71drs8VIRYufJeK9VwnvmsCGLJZCXI2_P7N2lSVvJTZGM7MdOFiGjfBqK4T3Z6rjedwG47a-iNhgW1YhRL7ipK-w57DQbwDYHRFV_F0z3NHFEc0z7mYLtrErGNMLjOLxK_DiWbgJWLHNXriOebU3PtYG06fzOhGp4R5P8WIwR70_O6iWD5VMkVKUzmEsQoQXqX1gCWvJl5ehf_QqcSV40Pyix2TM6FX0nTc7SdpPgQwW5=w2880-h1004-no)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DarthBories on Thu, 05 November 2015, 11:11:36
Ducky Shine 3 TKL with MX Reds and Hack'd by Geeks Keyset.  Very nice for typing and not bad for gaming considering the SA profile.  Probably will switch the keyset to another board so I can take advantage of the White LEDs on my Ducky Shine.  Hack'd by Geeks does look great when the spacebars RGB LED is orange (http://i.imgur.com/94A5B72.jpg) Sorry for iphone pic...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MagicSauce on Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:02:24
Got my HHKB2 at home and my Das Pro 4 at work!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bbrotha on Fri, 06 November 2015, 14:29:26
Currently on a Realforce 87U 45g with some Keykollectiv mods, rustler bro, Matt3o spacebars, Katz fn keys, blank red keys and HKP warmaster. (pexon cables on the way!)

I tried every topre keyboard available on my trip to EliteKeyboards store. I definetily like the feel of the 45g vs 55g. The HHKB rocks as well but I couldn't figure out the layout, maybe down the road. Pretty happy with my new baby  :thumb:

(http://i.imgur.com/FtI02Nh.jpg)



Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 06 November 2015, 23:15:02
Going hard on my Model F. It honestly gets better and better the more I use it. There is *nothing* quite like slamming keys on an all-metal case capacitive buckling spring. First keyboard that can rage back at you if you slam your fist on it in frustration.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 06 November 2015, 23:22:33
Been using my silenced 55g HHKB for a while now. Feels like going back to my SSK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retrochick on Sat, 07 November 2015, 02:59:14
I keep going back to my HHKB, even though I have twice as many MX boards  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Sat, 07 November 2015, 03:02:20
I keep going back to my HHKB, even though I have twice as many MX boards  :))

It's that Topre curse I tell you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 07 November 2015, 19:02:01
I keep going back to my HHKB, even though I have twice as many MX boards  :))

Story of my life
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 07 November 2015, 20:33:49
I keep going back to my HHKB, even though I have twice as many MX boards  :))

because it's the one true board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retrochick on Sat, 07 November 2015, 20:35:11
rubber cup goodness + plastic case = much thocking. Who needs all that cherry modding/aluminum case crap?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 07 November 2015, 20:44:00
simple is best
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 07 November 2015, 22:03:54
simple is best

I want some ivan chesnokov style demik hhkb ranting
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 07 November 2015, 22:08:07
Bluetooth HHKB!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/STSWZh0.jpg)


The thock is strong with this one.


Have a video? It would be cool to listen to that resonance box you made with those keys on your HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dummytim on Sat, 07 November 2015, 22:23:48
Well currently I'm using an A.87 with 59g ergo clears.

At school I use my Poker 2 with browns.

My poor Ducky Shine 3 has been sitting in a corner for the past week or so. I'm wondering if I should sell it or not. :P Kind of want to keep it just because it was my first mechanical keyboard though!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 07 November 2015, 23:37:44
hhkb that my ****ty hub is failing to recognize every 10 mins.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 07 November 2015, 23:54:21
hhkb that my ****ty hub is failing to recognize every 10 mins.

Try a different cable?  My HHKB doesn't want to work with my Pexon cable unless I plug it in and out a few times.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sun, 08 November 2015, 18:57:44
Back to GON with ergo clears after another brief affair with topre

Dem mech feels
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 08 November 2015, 19:07:13
My Unicomp 103 is back on the desk  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sun, 08 November 2015, 19:14:48
Most of the time, I use my silenced HHKB Pro 2. However, I rotate keyboards for the sake of variety in form factors and switch types. Even so, when I use other keyboards, I remap them to achieve a layout as close as possible to that of the HHKB. Right now, I am using a silenced RF87UB45 "EK Edition".
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 08 November 2015, 22:02:17
Using my Type-S at home with my laptop. Need to get this thing modded with bluetooth so I can ditch the usb cable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sun, 08 November 2015, 22:52:04
 ****ING AYCH AYCH KAY BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 09 November 2015, 03:43:40
Let's make it 3 in a row - HHKB here :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Mon, 09 November 2015, 06:21:31
4.

HHKB BT on the Surface to my left. (Varmilo TKL on my workstation)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treefinger on Mon, 09 November 2015, 09:55:25
Realforce 104UB.... I'm in love
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 09 November 2015, 10:39:22
V2 full-size (need a num pad for work) with MX Greens.  Keyset is a standard black with white legends Vortex PBT set with light blue modifiers from WASD keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 09 November 2015, 15:50:25
Leeku 1800 l3 w/ gate blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Mon, 09 November 2015, 16:26:01
Sq all day everyday.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Morning Song on Mon, 09 November 2015, 17:07:08
Since my F122 is in being fixed, I'm using my clickified AT101w. (Tossed the clickleaves from a broken fuhua-alps keyboard instead of the normal quiet ones)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 10 November 2015, 10:49:10
I use three computers semi-regularly at home.

HHKB Pro 1, HHKB Pro 2, FC660C

I think something's wrong with me.  Why do I even have all these MX boards??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Tue, 10 November 2015, 11:00:20
I use three computers semi-regularly at home.

HHKB Pro 1, HHKB Pro 2, FC660C

I think something's wrong with me.  Why do I even have all these MX boards??

Your boards deserve better. Like a home on my desk. I don't even know who you are anymore, not having that Viper and Dolch in regular rotation. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 10 November 2015, 11:05:10
I use three computers semi-regularly at home.

HHKB Pro 1, HHKB Pro 2, FC660C

I think something's wrong with me.  Why do I even have all these MX boards??

Your boards deserve better. Like a home on my desk. I don't even know who you are anymore, not having that Viper and Dolch in regular rotation. :P

Well the Viper still has a chattering key I need to fix (assembled before that discussion in the Zealio thread, so I wasn't sure what I wanted to do yet), and I need to reprogram the layout which will take some time to figure out.  And the Dolch needs a new Micro USB plug, which I haven't purchased yet.  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Tue, 10 November 2015, 11:26:14
I use three computers semi-regularly at home.

HHKB Pro 1, HHKB Pro 2, FC660C

I think something's wrong with me.  Why do I even have all these MX boards??

Your boards deserve better. Like a home on my desk. I don't even know who you are anymore, not having that Viper and Dolch in regular rotation. :P

Well the Viper still has a chattering key I need to fix (assembled before that discussion in the Zealio thread, so I wasn't sure what I wanted to do yet), and I need to reprogram the layout which will take some time to figure out.  And the Dolch needs a new Micro USB plug, which I haven't purchased yet.  :-[

Get on it Hoff! You can't leave such beautiful boards laying around collecting dust, you just caught the topre fever. I prescribe a healthy dose of MX, use twice a day for a week straight. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Tue, 10 November 2015, 11:41:05
I use three computers semi-regularly at home.

HHKB Pro 1, HHKB Pro 2, FC660C

I think something's wrong with me.  Why do I even have all these MX boards??

Your boards deserve better. Like a home on my desk. I don't even know who you are anymore, not having that Viper and Dolch in regular rotation. :P

Well the Viper still has a chattering key I need to fix (assembled before that discussion in the Zealio thread, so I wasn't sure what I wanted to do yet), and I need to reprogram the layout which will take some time to figure out.  And the Dolch needs a new Micro USB plug, which I haven't purchased yet.  :-[

Get on it Hoff! You can't leave such beautiful boards laying around collecting dust, you just caught the topre fever. I prescribe a healthy dose of MX, use twice a day for a week straight. :thumb:

This is why my Realforce is at work. I get 8hrs of lubed 55g heaven a day, keeps the doctor away. And more time for me to use MX and BS boards at home  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shibataken on Tue, 10 November 2015, 13:18:33
Ducky shine 4 for work and a poker 3 for home as a daily driver :D  Both are my babies!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Tue, 10 November 2015, 17:02:14
Just in time for Fallout 4:

(http://i.imgur.com/aytyxfI.jpg?1)

KUL ES-87 Green MX with PMK Modern Selectric and Fallout-inspired novelties!

 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1swt2gs on Tue, 10 November 2015, 17:14:44
Using a Poker II w/ Mx Blues today. Haven't used blues in a while and didn't realize how loud it can get.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Tue, 10 November 2015, 19:17:25
IBM Model FAT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Tue, 10 November 2015, 19:25:37
My brand new daily driver, a Sprit with Zealios and OG cherry. It's quite yummy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bcredbottle on Tue, 10 November 2015, 19:52:28
Ergodox obv b/c nothing comes close
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 10 November 2015, 20:00:00
Ergodox obv b/c nothing comes close

tp4v2 :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bcredbottle on Wed, 11 November 2015, 06:23:22
Ergodox obv b/c nothing comes close

tp4v2 :))

I accept the designation

(http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/super-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862522)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gabamnml on Wed, 11 November 2015, 07:19:25
Pok3r with MX Brown.

if you combine it with Karabiner + Hammerspoon is the best keboard for work. :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Wed, 11 November 2015, 07:23:50
After almost 2 weeks on my HHKB exclusively, I'm back to my SSK. I LOVE the pinging noise this thing makes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:45:57
just switched
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: slushi on Wed, 11 November 2015, 22:57:57
That board looks amazing! I saw the other pictures in the zealio gb thread.

I just received my first topre board, an HHKB Pro2 and I am loving the domeness.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 11 November 2015, 23:01:05
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bomble on Thu, 12 November 2015, 01:28:57
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

I don't think the extra sets of caps (and sliders) have gone up on ctrlalt yet have they? You could always keep an eye out for that ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mikes41720 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 02:39:19
I'm using a black Realforce 87U with 55g domes at the office. Waiting for my custom wooden wrist rest, PBT spacebars, red ESC key from EK and a few Topre Snackeys I won in a giveaway.

I'm currently using a Ducky Shine 3 with MX Browns and the green/cream cheese PBT etched keycap set at home. It looks gorgeous, but I want to get into something with Alps or Clears.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 12 November 2015, 03:55:38
I use three computers semi-regularly at home.

HHKB Pro 1, HHKB Pro 2, FC660C

I think something's wrong with me.  Why do I even have all these MX boards??

Very onness with cup rubber!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 12 November 2015, 08:04:37
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

I don't think the extra sets of caps (and sliders) have gone up on ctrlalt yet have they? You could always keep an eye out for that ;)

Nah I'd rather get one from a third party.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Thu, 12 November 2015, 08:47:15
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

What set is that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: baldgye on Thu, 12 November 2015, 08:48:29
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

I don't think the extra sets of caps (and sliders) have gone up on ctrlalt yet have they? You could always keep an eye out for that ;)

Nah I'd rather get one from a third party.

LOL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Liocer on Thu, 12 November 2015, 08:52:28
Pok3r with MX Brown.

if you combine it with Karabiner + Hammerspoon is the best keboard for work. :cool:
Nice I have the same setup at work, minus the Hammerspoon :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 12 November 2015, 09:26:21
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

What set is that?

JTK Purple Set
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 12 November 2015, 09:56:56
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

I don't think the extra sets of caps (and sliders) have gone up on ctrlalt yet have they? You could always keep an eye out for that ;)

Nah I'd rather get one from a third party.

LOL
k
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Thu, 12 November 2015, 10:01:02
That board looks amazing! I saw the other pictures in the zealio gb thread.

I just received my first topre board, an HHKB Pro2 and I am loving the domeness.

Different Board Bro (No Zealios). The Case is diff and the lighting too, but yeah great minds think alike!

I didn't want the purple backlit modifiers to be ALL of them, but more contextual for how I use it. Plus, keeps it from looking generic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Thu, 12 November 2015, 11:58:38
just switched
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qUbFkHW5pQ4/VkOie8lpv5I/AAAAAAAAhBE/Wu8tc_pCwx8/w1474-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001157.jpg)

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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hjBDLN6Hz1c/VkOie40rW7I/AAAAAAAAhBo/pf_kK0BU3o0/w1685-h1054-no/IMG_20151111_001243.jpg)

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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7ghiN40-X4A/VkOie4RZrKI/AAAAAAAAhBE/rPsXx7CJufI/w1405-h1054-no/IMG_20151110_231026.jpg)



the purple wrap is weird.

but ****, i want this set so bad. never gonna get it tho ;_;

What set is that?

JTK Purple Set

Thanks, it's a good looking set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: beehatch on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:05:51
my autismo GON

(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 12 November 2015, 12:43:54
my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Sexy.  Didn't realize you had so many Keyngs.  :O
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: beehatch on Thu, 12 November 2015, 13:01:40
my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Sexy.  Didn't realize you had so many Keyngs.  :O

I'm glad you approve hoff-san. KEYNGS FOR DAYZ
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 12 November 2015, 13:45:21
my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Sexy.  Didn't realize you had so many Keyngs.  :O

I'm glad you approve hoff-san. KEYNGS FOR DAYZ

...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bcredbottle on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:12:05
my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Oh, that's why it's so hard to find a Keyng. Because beehatch has every single ****ing one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 12 November 2015, 15:47:28
my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Oh, that's why it's so hard to find a Keyng. Because beehatch has every single ****ing one.

She's mostly got V3s (if I'm not mistaken).  There are others of us hoarding the V1s and V2s though...  :)  :rolleyes
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: beehatch on Thu, 12 November 2015, 16:02:24
my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Oh, that's why it's so hard to find a Keyng. Because beehatch has every single ****ing one.

lesbihonest, there's so many V3s out there right now. People just don't want to trade them.

my autismo GON

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(http://i.imgur.com/4zdMIvi.jpg?1)


Oh, that's why it's so hard to find a Keyng. Because beehatch has every single ****ing one.

She's mostly got V3s (if I'm not mistaken).  There are others of us hoarding the V1s and V2s though...  :)  :rolleyes

Correct.

Yea, totes have no idea who has the V1 and V2s  :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shawn5pencer on Thu, 12 November 2015, 18:19:26
I'm using my WASD V2 (custom keycaps) with Cherry MX brown switches, it's pretty cool.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 12 November 2015, 18:27:14
My recently finished 60%
(http://imgur.com/8sBnPTT.jpg)
(http://imgur.com/vebXGlm.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Thu, 12 November 2015, 19:10:59
My recently finished 60%
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(http://imgur.com/8sBnPTT.jpg)

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(http://imgur.com/vebXGlm.jpg)


That's an awesome looking board you have there - really digging the multicolor side lighting
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BigDov on Thu, 12 November 2015, 20:00:26
Vanilla out of the box CM Storm Quickfire w/ MX Reds. Have some lasered PBT keycaps coming from a post in the classifieds, and some o-rings from massdrop, and after that not sure what else I will need for a while. Love typing on this thing so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BigDov on Thu, 12 November 2015, 20:02:01
Just in time for Fallout 4:

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(http://i.imgur.com/aytyxfI.jpg?1)


KUL ES-87 Green MX with PMK Modern Selectric and Fallout-inspired novelties!

 :thumb:

The modern selectric is just drop-dead gorgeous.... well done
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Fri, 13 November 2015, 01:00:12
My recently finished 60%
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/8sBnPTT.jpg)

Show Image
(http://imgur.com/vebXGlm.jpg)


That's an awesome looking board you have there - really digging the multicolor side lighting
Thanks, I used both amber and red SMD LED's to go for a hot coals kind of look. the little bit of purple is from a UV LED that functions as the Capslock indicator  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Fri, 13 November 2015, 02:08:04
Jut a moment ago I received my V60 with Matias Quiet switches and I'm stunned with how good those switches feel and ashamed I haven't tried them before! They're absolutely gorgeous, I'd put them on pair with BS and Topre in terms of quality feel. Very tactile, very mechanical character, and really really quiet. The case is decent, but nothing spectacular, comparable to poker in terms of quality, but I have TEX aluminium case that I'll use for this keyboard when I have time to mod it. Keycaps are actually better than I expected. I thought they would be similar to standard Filco/QFR keycaps but no, they're more similar to standard keycaps that come with new G80 keyboards. Obviously that's much worse than standard Topre keycaps but they are pretty usable as they are :)
And for that price? As I said, I feel ashamed I haven't got it earlier :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: O(logn) on Fri, 13 November 2015, 02:37:27
Realforce 87u 55g white/gray. Loving how solid this keyboard feels. JDM all the way!!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mikes41720 on Fri, 13 November 2015, 03:22:00
Jut a moment ago I received my V60 with Matias Quiet switches and I'm stunned with how good those switches feel and ashamed I haven't tried them before! They're absolutely gorgeous, I'd put them on pair with BS and Topre in terms of quality feel. Very tactile, very mechanical character, and really really quiet. The case is decent, but nothing spectacular, comparable to poker in terms of quality, but I have TEX aluminium case that I'll use for this keyboard when I have time to mod it. Keycaps are actually better than I expected. I thought they would be similar to standard Filco/QFR keycaps but no, they're more similar to standard keycaps that come with new G80 keyboards. Obviously that's much worse than standard Topre keycaps but they are pretty usable as they are :)
And for that price? As I said, I feel ashamed I haven't got it earlier :)

It's comments like these that make me want to try Quiet Clicky switches from Matias over BS or MX Clears! How would you compare them to Cherry MX Blues? Are they in the same ball park or should they not even be in the same sentence?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Fri, 13 November 2015, 04:35:27
Jut a moment ago I received my V60 with Matias Quiet switches and I'm stunned with how good those switches feel and ashamed I haven't tried them before! They're absolutely gorgeous, I'd put them on pair with BS and Topre in terms of quality feel. Very tactile, very mechanical character, and really really quiet. The case is decent, but nothing spectacular, comparable to poker in terms of quality, but I have TEX aluminium case that I'll use for this keyboard when I have time to mod it. Keycaps are actually better than I expected. I thought they would be similar to standard Filco/QFR keycaps but no, they're more similar to standard keycaps that come with new G80 keyboards. Obviously that's much worse than standard Topre keycaps but they are pretty usable as they are :)
And for that price? As I said, I feel ashamed I haven't got it earlier :)

It's comments like these that make me want to try Quiet Clicky switches from Matias over BS or MX Clears! How would you compare them to Cherry MX Blues? Are they in the same ball park or should they not even be in the same sentence?



Tactility wise they're more tactile than MX Blues, but they feel just as light, maybe a hair heavier. Lighter and smoother than Clears, closer to ergo clears, but again smoother and shorter travel, with way more character to the stroke than any Cherry like switch. The closest in feel would be Topre 55g, but those quiet matias switches feel less smooth and more mechanical (sharper tactility), so if that's your thing, don't wait with ordering.
You know what, on a second thought, if BS ever mated with Topre and they had babies, they would be those switches :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Fri, 13 November 2015, 04:59:09
Good thing I'm already used to layout as I've been using my GON programmed with this layout for last 2 weeks :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Fri, 13 November 2015, 06:19:22
Sorry for spamming the thread - just put a new dress for this keyboard - it's even quieter in aluminium case. In fact it's quieter than my retina macbook pro! Not to mention it looks gorgeous :D
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nuzey on Fri, 13 November 2015, 13:18:41
My favorite keyboard now. It types, games, looks and sounds cool!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dummytim on Fri, 13 November 2015, 16:42:29
My recently finished 60%
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/8sBnPTT.jpg)

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(http://imgur.com/vebXGlm.jpg)


Maybe you should just keep it as a spare instead of selling it ;)

It looks amazing btw.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 13 November 2015, 23:56:32
First time typing on my Pok3r in a long time, it feels awful now. There's a lot of ping and they stabilizers are trash. I'm not really a big fan of the whole 60% thing anymore either. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 14 November 2015, 00:03:34
First time typing on my Pok3r in a long time, it feels awful now. There's a lot of ping and they stabilizers are trash. I'm not really a big fan of the whole 60% thing anymore either. :(

If you have stock MX-Clears in it that might have something to do with it also  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Sat, 14 November 2015, 00:14:59
My recently finished 60%
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/8sBnPTT.jpg)

Show Image
(http://imgur.com/vebXGlm.jpg)


Maybe you should just keep it as a spare instead of selling it ;)

It looks amazing btw.

I would love to keep it but I can't afford to on my student "budget"  :)) selling all my keyboards in hopes of gathering enough to participate in the new SQ-1800 GB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sat, 14 November 2015, 00:17:24
First time typing on my Pok3r in a long time, it feels awful now. There's a lot of ping and they stabilizers are trash. I'm not really a big fan of the whole 60% thing anymore either. :(

If you have stock MX-Clears in it that might have something to do with it also  :p

I'm typing on the one with mx blues in it, I find the clears on the Pok3r to be better than stock blues but I love my blues on my RS96.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: radio_killah on Mon, 16 November 2015, 22:34:03
Daily driving my DGE with some OG double shots.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 16 November 2015, 23:56:14
My recently finished 60%
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/8sBnPTT.jpg)

Show Image
(http://imgur.com/vebXGlm.jpg)


I'm really liking this look ~ Makes me want to play HL1-2 again! That matching Lamda cap is so very appropriate (not to mention the Tekmats) :)


My favorite keyboard now. It types, games, looks and sounds cool!  :thumb:

I'm really digging this, even tho the non-standard alpha/mod theme... but then again, I'm just a sucker for 75% :P


Daily driving my DGE with some OG double shots.  ;)

Every time. I just want to see it... over and over :P plzzzz ~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Tue, 17 November 2015, 14:19:51
Daily driving my DGE with some OG double shots.  ;)

Every time. I just want to see it... over and over :P plzzzz ~

Yeah how are you just gonna tease us like that. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Butter on Thu, 19 November 2015, 14:17:20
Tex Yoda with 65g Zealio
(http://i.imgur.com/KAhkZb9.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Thu, 19 November 2015, 18:08:47
Currently Ducky Shine 4 with MX Blues, Ducky Shine 3 with MX Red (for gaming) and I probably keep the Ducky Mini Year of the Horse Edition, also with MX Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: olijuice on Thu, 19 November 2015, 18:16:44
Tex Yoda with 65g Zealio
More
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/KAhkZb9.jpg?1)

how are the 65g compared to Clears for you? I purchased them and I wanted to solder them on to a Pok3r that I have but I haven't gotten a chance to do it yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wooshCap on Fri, 20 November 2015, 12:22:30
My keyboard. Dvorak / Korean. Das keyboard 4C. brown switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: popkorn62 on Fri, 20 November 2015, 13:35:29
Typing on a scissor switch keyboard (MBP lol) but my daily is Pok3r MX Brown Absolutely in love with it even though it takes me sometimes to get used to the 60% layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Homenubbie on Fri, 20 November 2015, 14:16:25
Pok3r represent!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 22 November 2015, 11:08:10
This might sound like a heresy, but a Logitech K740, because it feels so good. The soft domes w/ scissor switches are pure sex, esp. combined with those extremely smooth keycaps. I'll probably resell it though, because it's full size and I neither need, nor want a numpad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 22 November 2015, 11:10:08
Typing on my new Orion v2 w/65g Tactile Zealios. First time using Zealios and they feel great, with a plastic plate the click is not too loud at all but the bump is fantastic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 23 November 2015, 04:03:19
For some reason I'm using my QFS MX green with JTK WoB keycaps at home atm.

Getting away with the clicking for the moment ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fublamchu on Mon, 23 November 2015, 07:12:17
Using a G710 at the moment, I really want to buy a smaller keyboard though. I find myself not using a lot of its keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Mon, 23 November 2015, 07:47:45
On Pok3r with stock clears - surprisingly not that bad
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mobbo on Mon, 23 November 2015, 07:48:31
Typing on my Filco Majestouch 2 with browns at work.

My home driver is a 55g REalforce 87u.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Mon, 23 November 2015, 07:52:14
Been using my 55g AE for a couple of days now. I un-silenced it because I don't really like how the RF sounds with the silencing rings. Totally fine on the HHKB but I find it not too pleasing on the RF.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Mon, 23 November 2015, 08:01:28
Typing on my Filco Majestouch 2 with browns at work.

My home driver is a 55g REalforce 87u.

I don't know why but I can't go back to MX Browns after using 55g Topre
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mobbo on Mon, 23 November 2015, 08:03:22
Typing on my Filco Majestouch 2 with browns at work.

My home driver is a 55g REalforce 87u.

I don't know why but I can't go back to MX Browns after using 55g Topre

It's hard going back to anything after Topre....but it was the most work appropriate board I own and it's sure as hell better than the Dell rubber dome they gave me :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Mon, 23 November 2015, 08:49:23
 [attach=1]
USB Modded M0110. Loud as hell and the layout leaves a bit to be desired but its pretty fun to type on. Nothing some foam and lube can't fix.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 23 November 2015, 08:51:30
TGR JANE:

(http://i.imgur.com/HbJeRdS.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 23 November 2015, 08:53:10
Tex Yoda with 65g Zealio
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/KAhkZb9.jpg?1)



It was cleaver to not cut the GHB keys of the set, it is the only detail that prevent me to use a Yoda.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 23 November 2015, 09:11:05
My home driver is a 55g REalforce 87u.

Been using my 55g AE for a couple of days now.

:cool:  +1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rayoui on Mon, 23 November 2015, 12:39:03
B.face X2 with 62g ergo clears at home.

HHKB Type-S at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phoible on Mon, 23 November 2015, 12:54:52
Right now, I'm using my KBP v80 with Matias Quiet Click switches. It's pretty much my favorite keyboard at the moment - love the tactile feel, and it's super quiet too.

The only thing I'm not happy about is that there aren't any blank keycaps made for the ALPs switches, although I must say that the Dolch doubleshots are pretty nice (with the exception that they have a Windows key, while all of my systems are Macs).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vox_PT on Mon, 23 November 2015, 13:01:12
Turtle Beach Impact 500 with Cherry MX Blues. I quite like the sound and feel of Blues but I've noticed that a few keys are starting to "ping" and I'm becoming a little annoyed with that.
Soon to be a Pok3r with Clears and later I'll try Blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 24 November 2015, 04:05:51
(Attachment Link)
USB Modded M0110. Loud as hell and the layout leaves a bit to be desired but its pretty fun to type on. Nothing some foam and lube can't fix.

How do you type Esc on these?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Tue, 24 November 2015, 07:18:21
(Attachment Link)
USB Modded M0110. Loud as hell and the layout leaves a bit to be desired but its pretty fun to type on. Nothing some foam and lube can't fix.

How do you type Esc on these?

Currently its mapped to FN+~, but I'm going to just change it to be the default layer and have fn+esc be ~/` Its got some weird bindings by default on TMK and CTRL on capslock is awkward when its a lockswitch...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Tue, 24 November 2015, 08:21:18
Ducky Shine 3 TKL (Cherry MX Blue / Green LEDs)

http://i.imgur.com/V7VVOb5.jpg

Ducky Shine 4 (Cherry MX Blue / Blue & Red LEDs)

http://i.imgur.com/h00k9Em.jpg

Ducky Shine 3 (Cherry MX Red / Pink LEDs)

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

In Ducky fever currently ^^ ...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 24 November 2015, 08:54:33
(Attachment Link)
USB Modded M0110. Loud as hell and the layout leaves a bit to be desired but its pretty fun to type on. Nothing some foam and lube can't fix.

How do you type Esc on these?

You don't, you just suck it up and deal with it.  Its kind of a 'no ***** given' kind of keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Tue, 24 November 2015, 09:12:06
(Attachment Link)
USB Modded M0110. Loud as hell and the layout leaves a bit to be desired but its pretty fun to type on. Nothing some foam and lube can't fix.

How do you type Esc on these?

You don't, you just suck it up and deal with it.  Its kind of a 'no ***** given' kind of keyboard.

I'd love to make a keyboard with no backspace, delete, escape, etc. Just got to learn to be perfect.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 24 November 2015, 12:12:59
(Attachment Link)
USB Modded M0110. Loud as hell and the layout leaves a bit to be desired but its pretty fun to type on. Nothing some foam and lube can't fix.

How do you type Esc on these?

You don't, you just suck it up and deal with it.  Its kind of a 'no ***** given' kind of keyboard.

I'd love to make a keyboard with no backspace, delete, escape, etc. Just got to learn to be perfect.

We recently had to take some HR tests at my job, which I absolutely hate.  One of the sections that had to be completed involved being given a question, and 2 minutes to respond to that question, with the catch being that you couldn't correct anything.  So if you typed a word wrong or wanted to erase a sentence or two, you just had to leave it as is, and I have to say it would the most upsetting test I have taken in recent memory.  Being able to look at my paragraph that I had typed up and see all of the spelling errors and nonsensical sentences just made me so...uncomfortable I guess.  I can't even explain why I felt that way, especially when you see people posting things online daily that are rife with spelling and grammatical errors, but I just hated having to submit something that looked that way.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Tue, 24 November 2015, 22:24:40
The SSK is back on my home desk. Swapped it out from my GH60. Feels nicer IMO but I am not used to the pinging. Might have to dental floss it...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrich357 on Tue, 24 November 2015, 22:44:54
Razor Standard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 25 November 2015, 03:41:30
Razor Standard

Welcome to Geekhack!

Any plans to upgrade?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Wed, 25 November 2015, 03:46:33
Any plans to upgrade?

By that meaning upgrade from a toy keyboard to a real keyboard. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 25 November 2015, 03:53:01
Any plans to upgrade?

By that meaning upgrade from a toy keyboard to a real keyboard. ;)

:p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Fri, 27 November 2015, 14:49:00
For the first time ever, something other than a Model M--Logitech g710 with Cherry blues.  Definitely taking a bit to get used to although a typing test shows that I'm already about as fast as I am on the M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 27 November 2015, 16:50:12
My Duck Octagon and Lightpad. Typical. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Fri, 27 November 2015, 17:09:23
Razor Standard

Welcome to Geekhack!

Any plans to upgrade?


Isn't it Razer with an "e" as in "eww!".


 :)) :)) :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jokrik on Fri, 27 November 2015, 17:19:43
Razor Standard

Welcome to Geekhack!

Any plans to upgrade?


Isn't it Razer with an "e" as in "eww!".


 :)) :)) :))

My first keyboard is razer tarantula + lighting, gaming level up by over 9000  :eek:

(http://www.inglue.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/razer-battlelight-raz-r53345-0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: O(logn) on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:00:40
This keyboard is definitely worth it. I absolutely love how the 55g feels although I'm only comparing it to a piece of crap rubber dome. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:02:15
I know I'm all about Topre and stuff but DAMN this 59g vintage blacks is SMOOOOOTH AS HELL. I can just glide through this thing and not have any fatigues whatsoever.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retrochick on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:06:15
I know I'm all about Topre and stuff but DAMN this 59g vintage blacks is SMOOOOOTH AS HELL. I can just glide through this thing and not have any fatigues whatsoever.

Those are my two daily drivers right there:

HHKB lubed
QFR vintage blacks 55g at work. so slick
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:08:52
I know I'm all about Topre and stuff but DAMN this 59g vintage blacks is SMOOOOOTH AS HELL. I can just glide through this thing and not have any fatigues whatsoever.

Those are my two daily drivers right there:

HHKB lubed
QFR vintage blacks 55g at work. so slick

Cherry is love. Topre is life.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:12:09
Back on this potato. 

(http://i.imgur.com/WFS8MT3.jpg)

Everytime I come back to it, I am amazed at the quality of it.  Loving the WoB JTK set as well.  I finally have a set that CMYW matches, I was never happy with the white legends on non white legended sets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retrochick on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:14:13
I know I'm all about Topre and stuff but DAMN this 59g vintage blacks is SMOOOOOTH AS HELL. I can just glide through this thing and not have any fatigues whatsoever.

Those are my two daily drivers right there:

HHKB lubed
QFR vintage blacks 55g at work. so slick

Cherry is love. Topre is life.

This is now going to be my signature.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:15:42
I know I'm all about Topre and stuff but DAMN this 59g vintage blacks is SMOOOOOTH AS HELL. I can just glide through this thing and not have any fatigues whatsoever.

Those are my two daily drivers right there:

HHKB lubed
QFR vintage blacks 55g at work. so slick

I use 62g lubed vintage blacks in my Octagon and they are butter smooth and so fun to type on. :D

One my recent alps boards uses SKCL greens and they are equally as smooth... They're something else to type on!  :eek: 45g actuation and 50g bottom out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: O(logn) on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:44:29
I know I'm all about Topre and stuff but DAMN this 59g vintage blacks is SMOOOOOTH AS HELL. I can just glide through this thing and not have any fatigues whatsoever.

Those are my two daily drivers right there:

HHKB lubed
QFR vintage blacks 55g at work. so slick

Cherry is love. Topre is life.

Is topre better than cherry? I want to try a cherry board but, don't really want to  buy one since I already have a realforce.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 27 November 2015, 21:50:50
Is topre better than cherry? I want to try a cherry board but, don't really want to  buy one since I already have a realforce.

They have their own pros. You have to type on them both extensively then you can tell the difference :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: O(logn) on Fri, 27 November 2015, 22:18:45
Is topre better than cherry? I want to try a cherry board but, don't really want to  buy one since I already have a realforce.

They have their own pros. You have to type on them both extensively then you can tell the difference :)

What pros are there for cherry? It seems some claim they feel cheap after using topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 27 November 2015, 22:24:08
Is topre better than cherry? I want to try a cherry board but, don't really want to  buy one since I already have a realforce.

They have their own pros. You have to type on them both extensively then you can tell the difference :)

What pros are there for cherry? It seems some claim they feel cheap after using topre.

I have only used lubed clears and lubed vintage blacks extensively so my comment is derived from those 2 switches.

The clears feels very close to Topre, with all the tactility and bumps very pronounced. Noise level is just right for me.

The blacks on the other hand is linear. The one I get in my Eagle is so buttery smooth I likened the experience to typing on 55g silenced & lubed Topre for the first time. IT IS THAT GOOD.

I have 67g tactile Zealios coming next on my TGR and that should be an enjoyable experience as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retrochick on Fri, 27 November 2015, 22:57:10
I've used the following:
MX reds
MX blues
MX browns
MX blacks
MX Clears
MX Ergo Clears (62g lubed)
vintage MX blacks

So basically most of all of them.

To me stock clears and vintage blacks are my favorite. Clears have a great tactile bump while blacks are smooth. If I could pick one of the two I would go with vintage blacks because of their super smooth feel. It's a nice contrast to have both tactile (topre) and linear (vintage mx blacks) boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 27 November 2015, 23:25:54
I've used the following:
MX reds
MX blues
MX browns
MX blacks
MX Clears
MX Ergo Clears (62g lubed)
vintage MX blacks

So basically most of all of them.

To me stock clears and vintage blacks are my favorite. Clears have a great tactile bump while blacks are smooth. If I could pick one of the two I would go with vintage blacks because of their super smooth feel. It's a nice contrast to have both tactile (topre) and linear (vintage mx blacks) boards.

*Sigh*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Sat, 28 November 2015, 16:02:21
Currently have HHKB Pro 2 (dental band modded) as my daily driver, but I joined the group buy on Massdrop for the RF 87U 55G. Before this, I had a DAS Pro 4 with Cherry blues. I don't think I can return to MX blues now that I have Topre... I wonder if there is a Cherry switch that I'll like better than Topre, both in sound and feel. I know for a fact that it's not blues, but there are so many variants.

Any suggestions?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Sat, 28 November 2015, 16:30:34
Pok3r with cherry POM blanks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Sat, 28 November 2015, 16:34:24
I really love Blues and Reds. I don't care for others really.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bastones on Sat, 28 November 2015, 16:41:32
(https://www.b3ns.com/images/forums/geekhack/mx-blackbird.jpg)

Using a new Max BlackBird TKL mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX Brown switches. The other keyboard I have is a Filco Majestouch-2 TKL with Cherry MX Blue switches, so it's taking a bit of time to get accustomed to the Browns :P. It's so much quieter though, I am quite surprised how quiet they are compared to Cherry MX Blues - to the point I think with O rings I could possibly get away with using it at work!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Sat, 28 November 2015, 16:51:03
I need the blue click to live. ^^ browns just don't get me excited.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 28 November 2015, 17:32:20
Rotated my boards! Now chillin' with my Hammer Time Alps Eagle 
 
(http://puu.sh/lCcU3/b7faccb97d.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sat, 28 November 2015, 17:34:01
Rotated my boards! Now chillin' with my Hammer Time Alps Eagle 
 
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/lCcU3/b7faccb97d.JPG)


I can't believe you have two duck boards and I have none   :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 28 November 2015, 17:39:09
Rotated my boards! Now chillin' with my Hammer Time Alps Eagle 
 
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/lCcU3/b7faccb97d.JPG)


I can't believe you have two duck boards and I have none   :(

I saw you throwing a line out for an Orion v2! Hey, you might have a pretty kickin' Duck board, man! This one of course is a Duck Eagle in a Hammer case ( like, my favorite 60% case design ever :-X). Have things ever progressed with trying to find an Eagle case? D:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sat, 28 November 2015, 17:47:37
I saw you throwing a line out for an Orion v2! Hey, you might have a pretty kickin' Duck board, man! This one of course is a Duck Eagle in a Hammer case ( like, my favorite 60% case design ever :-X). Have things ever progressed with trying to find an Eagle case? D:

Gave up on the eagle case and just built with a TEX, it's fine because I think I'm ok without under-lighting on this build anyways. The Orion pickings are pretty thin unfortunately, but I'm doing my best.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bastones on Sat, 28 November 2015, 18:49:48
I need the blue click to live. ^^ browns just don't get me excited.

I can't blame you, it did feel quite strange when I first started using my new Cherry MX Brown keyboard because of how quiet they are compared to Cherry MX Blues. You can't actually hear much when Browns actuate, compared to the metal click from the Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Sun, 29 November 2015, 16:30:33
For the first time ever, a switch other than a BS board--a new Logitech g710 that I scored at Best Buy during their sale.  Definitely different, but I'm already up to my BS typing speed according to some tests.  But my hands seem to be fatiguing quickly, so this may end up for sale soon enough if my hands don't like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Sun, 29 November 2015, 17:08:55
G710/G710+ are known to have keys breaking off very quickly. The Internet is full of these complaints. My suggestion, get rid of it as soon as possible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Sun, 29 November 2015, 19:17:32
G710/G710+ are known to have keys breaking off very quickly. The Internet is full of these complaints. My suggestion, get rid of it as soon as possible.
I'm not gaming, so I have no idea if they're going to break under just normal usage.  Plus, it seems that I can even use a lighter touch and keep them from bottoming, but it's going to take some practice for sure.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 01 December 2015, 03:59:25
Midweek so HHKB, plus drawer liner, to reduce the noise so I can keep posting after people have gone to bed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Tue, 01 December 2015, 08:03:26
Slow work day, so almost exclusively on my HHKB right now:

(http://i.imgur.com/pVAgkpu.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 01 December 2015, 08:13:59
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 09:12:05
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there. 

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: maskey on Tue, 01 December 2015, 09:38:17
(http://i.imgur.com/QCAEg6D.jpg?1)

CM Quickfire Rapid (Blues). I'm using some modifiers from my brother's POK3R (He received extra). The caps are the cheapo Vortex PBT caps that show up on Massdrop frequently. I like them!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 01 December 2015, 10:12:40
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 10:19:52
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 01 December 2015, 10:31:49
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 10:41:18
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

It is a deep narrow socket.  If you look closely at the socket, it is tapered.  That is so it will fit inside the deep impression to get to the screw.  If you try using a "standard" deep socket, it won't fit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: XMIT on Tue, 01 December 2015, 11:33:22
Slow work day, so almost exclusively on my HHKB right now

These look like Round 5. How did you get MX mount on there? Will the sliders from e.g. a Novatouch work on this board?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: inanis on Tue, 01 December 2015, 11:42:53
HHKB today! <3

(http://i.imgur.com/xWOhqZU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Tue, 01 December 2015, 12:02:52
Slow work day, so almost exclusively on my HHKB right now

These look like Round 5. How did you get MX mount on there? Will the sliders from e.g. a Novatouch work on this board?

They are indeed Novatouch sliders. I had to drill for the shift and enter sliders. If you don't want to drill, the JTK sliders don't require it, once CtrlAlt puts them up for sale.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phruitpie on Tue, 01 December 2015, 12:43:49
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

It is a deep narrow socket.  If you look closely at the socket, it is tapered.  That is so it will fit inside the deep impression to get to the screw.  If you try using a "standard" deep socket, it won't fit.

If time isn't an issue you could always pick one up on ebay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/171909804412?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT), works great! The one I bought took two weeks to arrive, can't beat $1.92 for a 5.5mm driver.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 13:13:11
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

It is a deep narrow socket.  If you look closely at the socket, it is tapered.  That is so it will fit inside the deep impression to get to the screw.  If you try using a "standard" deep socket, it won't fit.

If time isn't an issue you could always pick one up on ebay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/171909804412?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT), works great! The one I bought took two weeks to arrive, can't beat $1.92 for a 5.5mm driver.

I guess so.  But for $2.97 for a true deep socket that you can use right off the bat with no adapters at all, and no waiting for it to ship...  Plus a lifetime warranty...
It's a no-brainer.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phruitpie on Tue, 01 December 2015, 13:22:56
I guess so.  But for $2.97 for a true deep socket that you can use right off the bat with no adapters at all, and no waiting for it to ship...  Plus a lifetime warranty...
It's a no-brainer.

Crap, I had no idea it was $2.97 :eek: A couple months ago when I was looking all of the drivers I found were like $10+ haha

For that price, lowes socket any day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 01 December 2015, 20:32:59
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

It is a deep narrow socket.  If you look closely at the socket, it is tapered.  That is so it will fit inside the deep impression to get to the screw.  If you try using a "standard" deep socket, it won't fit.
So I have one of these that can plug into that dewalt adapter, but if that size is also 5.5mm, then I can use the driver directly.  So what I was asking is if that other end of the dewalt is also 5.5mm?
(http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/1000/1b/1b5f584d-bdc4-4ab1-90c7-1736f5f20269_1000.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 21:32:12
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

It is a deep narrow socket.  If you look closely at the socket, it is tapered.  That is so it will fit inside the deep impression to get to the screw.  If you try using a "standard" deep socket, it won't fit.
So I have one of these that can plug into that dewalt adapter, but if that size is also 5.5mm, then I can use the driver directly.  So what I was asking is if that other end of the dewalt is also 5.5mm?
Show Image
(http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/1000/1b/1b5f584d-bdc4-4ab1-90c7-1736f5f20269_1000.jpg)


What are you talking about?  You have a 5.5mm driver and you want to know the difference?  BIG difference to that one.  You put that thing in the socket, and you will tear up the socket with that animal.
The socket I showed WILL work properly and you won't have that problem at all.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 01 December 2015, 22:02:41
Been dying to use my SSK again but still waiting for that damn converter from Techkeys to arrive.

I actually received the replacement controller from Maxx but I'm a bit lazy to open up my SSK, and the fact that I don't have the necessary tool yet. It's on its way as well.

Is there a Lowes nearby?  You can get a 5.5mm deep socket there.
Thank you for posting this!  I was wondering where I could find a socket that will fit since the case is so narrow.

Is the 5.5mm the same as a 'normal' bit size for a cordless screwdriver?

It is a standard 1/4" socket.  You will need an adapter to the socket, if you don't already have one.

Gotcha.  Actually what I was asking if the 5.5mm part of that bit is the same size as opposite end on the dewalt 1/4" adapter you posted.  If so, then I might have a driver that is already 5.5mm. :)

It is a deep narrow socket.  If you look closely at the socket, it is tapered.  That is so it will fit inside the deep impression to get to the screw.  If you try using a "standard" deep socket, it won't fit.
So I have one of these that can plug into that dewalt adapter, but if that size is also 5.5mm, then I can use the driver directly.  So what I was asking is if that other end of the dewalt is also 5.5mm?
Show Image
(http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/1000/1b/1b5f584d-bdc4-4ab1-90c7-1736f5f20269_1000.jpg)


What are you talking about?  You have a 5.5mm driver and you want to know the difference?  BIG difference to that one.  You put that thing in the socket, and you will tear up the socket with that animal.
The socket I showed WILL work properly and you won't have that problem at all.

There's a standard size that bits like the dewalt use.  Some companies are smart and make their screws this exact same size so that the universal drivers designed to hold bits can just be used directly with the screw.  So then one can use something like what I posted previously, but because of the narrow channel of the M's case, something like the following would also work if the size is the same as this standard size. 
(http://www.fine-tools.co.uk/images/uploads/FTBA.jpg)

I'm not sure if it's 5.5mm.  That's what I'm wondering about.  I don't have the tools here or I'd just try it on my own M to see if everything fits.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 22:17:36
There's a standard size that bits like the dewalt use.  Some companies are smart and make their screws this exact same size so that the universal drivers designed to hold bits can just be used directly with the screw.  So then one can use something like what I posted previously, but because of the narrow channel of the M's case, something like the following would also work if the size is the same as this standard size. 
Show Image
(http://www.fine-tools.co.uk/images/uploads/FTBA.jpg)


I'm not sure if it's 5.5mm.  That's what I'm wondering about.  I don't have the tools here or I'd just try it on my own M to see if everything fits.

Okay.  If you have a 1/4" socket wrench, you can directly hook it to that.  If you have a 1/4" socket DRIVER, you need something like this:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 01 December 2015, 23:17:05
I bought one of these for my SSK.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 23:19:35
I bought one of these for my SSK.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl)

It's all good.  I think that SamirD was speaking a different language than I understood.  All I was talking about was getting a deep socket that works fine. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 01 December 2015, 23:25:01
There's a standard size that bits like the dewalt use.  Some companies are smart and make their screws this exact same size so that the universal drivers designed to hold bits can just be used directly with the screw.  So then one can use something like what I posted previously, but because of the narrow channel of the M's case, something like the following would also work if the size is the same as this standard size. 
Show Image
(http://www.fine-tools.co.uk/images/uploads/FTBA.jpg)


I'm not sure if it's 5.5mm.  That's what I'm wondering about.  I don't have the tools here or I'd just try it on my own M to see if everything fits.

Okay.  If you have a 1/4" socket wrench, you can directly hook it to that.  If you have a 1/4" socket DRIVER, you need something like this:
What I'm talking about isn't a socket driver, but a bit driver.  It's actually a type of driver that you could just connect to the other end of the dewalt adapter besides a cordless drill or standard drill chuck.  I think it's just something that would have to be illustrated to make sense.  I've done such a poor job of describing it in words. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 01 December 2015, 23:26:50
I bought one of these for my SSK.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl)
This is essentially what I'm talking about.  Except if the screws are a standard bit size (which may or may not be 5.5mm), then a standard bit driver will work fine as long as there's proper clearance in the hole.  I'll check this out sometime as I know I've opened our original M before and had the tools to do it...somewhere...

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 01 December 2015, 23:28:21
I bought one of these for my SSK.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000T9SD9W?colid=34G8LYPGVDI7Z&coliid=I3M7W2454MC3XA&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl)
This is essentially what I'm talking about.  Except if the screws are a standard bit size (which may or may not be 5.5mm), then a standard bit driver will work fine as long as there's proper clearance in the hole.  I'll check this out sometime as I know I've opened our original M before and had the tools to do it...somewhere...

I seriously gave up on explaining the deep socket.  It fits.  It works. 
This picture shows the reason for the tapered barrel.
You don't need a T-Bar or Spinner or DeWalt Adapter to use it either.  The existing plastic mount for the socket works just fine as it is!

(http://i.imgur.com/JkpE2Qx.jpg)

Edit:
And if you are asking if a standard 1/4" hex adapter will fit, because of the size? It won't fit. That would be 8/32" instead of 7/32". The thing won't fit in the socket at all. It would be too big.
I think that answers your question about it fitting or not.

(http://i.imgur.com/UnRtInh.jpg)

Of course you could grab a good trilogy of 5 books to read in the future, and find another adapter for the adapter.  Oh praise those in middle management!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 04 December 2015, 23:03:31
Forgot how much I loved my 4704. Spent a while trying to rotate in some other boards but this feels like my keyboard home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 05 December 2015, 19:55:40
Realforce 87u 55g - this keyboard is so amazing I want to make sweet sweet love to it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:01:10
My good old FAME GOG3YLTH-5539, or just FAME TH-5539, as I like to call it. FAME always has to be capitalized! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:01:20
Realforce 87u 55g - this keyboard is so amazing I want to make sweet sweet love to it

I know this feel and empathize strongly, but I won't believe you until I see videos.

Links or it's fake.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:07:54
Realforce 87u 55g - this keyboard is so amazing I want to make sweet sweet love to it

EASY killer, this is a family friendly forum..Let's keep it Walt Disneyisk, if you will.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:27:25
Realforce 87u 55g - this keyboard is so amazing I want to make sweet sweet love to it

EASY killer, this is a family friendly forum..Let's keep it Walt Disneyisk, if you will.

(http://i.imgur.com/rK3TdJx.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:28:35
I've been overridden, by THE Hoffinator!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:29:02
Realforce 87u 55g - this keyboard is so amazing I want to make sweet sweet love to it

I know this feel and empathize strongly, but I won't believe you until I see videos.

Links or it's fake.

brb making timestamp
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:30:51
(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e118/christineparedes/Hoff/TheHoffinator.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 05 December 2015, 20:32:25
brb making timestamp

(https://media.giphy.com/media/P08wV1jK7v7c4/giphy.gif)


Show Image
(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e118/christineparedes/Hoff/TheHoffinator.jpg)


LOL!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 05 December 2015, 23:39:34
While I can get away with it, my QFS with MX greens and JTK WoB.

Clicky, but not up to BS levels.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 05 December 2015, 23:42:29
Back to HHKB because I don't really like the 55g and the layout. HHKB layout is the best  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 06 December 2015, 00:05:19
So I rotated from Hammer Alps Eagle, to the Octagon, to the FAME, with a light spin back to a Dell AT101, and now back to the Hammer.  Ahh, the FAME is nice with its blue alps, but I think Alps SKCL greens are probably my overall favorite switch. The lightness is just so nice and gentle and yet so smooth. I <3 linears.

After an extended bit of use with the Octagon w/ 62g lubed vintage blacks, coming back to these green Alps makes me appreciate them even more. For a while, I didn't know which I preferred, but now I definitely know. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 06 December 2015, 00:08:39
So I rotated from Hammer Alps Eagle, to the Octagon, to the FAME, with a light spin back to a Dell AT101, and now back to the Hammer.  Ahh, the FAME is nice with its blue alps, but I think Alps SKCL greens are probably my overall favorite switch. The lightness is just so nice and gentle and yet so smooth. I <3 linears.

After an extended bit of use with the Octagon w/ 62g lubed vintage blacks, coming back to these green Alps makes me appreciate them even more. For a while, I didn't know which I preferred, but now I definitely know. :)
What switch do you have on the octagon bro?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 06 December 2015, 00:24:39
So I rotated from Hammer Alps Eagle, to the Octagon, to the FAME, with a light spin back to a Dell AT101, and now back to the Hammer.  Ahh, the FAME is nice with its blue alps, but I think Alps SKCL greens are probably my overall favorite switch. The lightness is just so nice and gentle and yet so smooth. I <3 linears.

After an extended bit of use with the Octagon w/ 62g lubed vintage blacks, coming back to these green Alps makes me appreciate them even more. For a while, I didn't know which I preferred, but now I definitely know. :)
What switch do you have on the octagon bro?

Haha, I just mentioned it. :P Vintage MX Blacks with 62g SPRiT gold springs, stickered (gold), lubed, SIP socketed (gold), with pledge-modded Gateron clear switch tops. That was a lot to write about a single switch, lol.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 06 December 2015, 00:27:20
So I rotated from Hammer Alps Eagle, to the Octagon, to the FAME, with a light spin back to a Dell AT101, and now back to the Hammer.  Ahh, the FAME is nice with its blue alps, but I think Alps SKCL greens are probably my overall favorite switch. The lightness is just so nice and gentle and yet so smooth. I <3 linears.

After an extended bit of use with the Octagon w/ 62g lubed vintage blacks, coming back to these green Alps makes me appreciate them even more. For a while, I didn't know which I preferred, but now I definitely know. :)
What switch do you have on the octagon bro?

Haha, I just mentioned it. :P Vintage MX Blacks with 62g SPRiT gold springs, stickered, lubed, SIP socketed, with pledge-modded Gateron clear switch tops. That was a lot to write about a single switch, lol.
I plan on searching for the great green alps but alas there are no one selling it. The smoothness on the cherry black vs the green which one do you prefer?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Sun, 06 December 2015, 00:31:40
Logitech G410

Romer Geeeeeeeeee
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 06 December 2015, 00:44:30
So I rotated from Hammer Alps Eagle, to the Octagon, to the FAME, with a light spin back to a Dell AT101, and now back to the Hammer.  Ahh, the FAME is nice with its blue alps, but I think Alps SKCL greens are probably my overall favorite switch. The lightness is just so nice and gentle and yet so smooth. I <3 linears.

After an extended bit of use with the Octagon w/ 62g lubed vintage blacks, coming back to these green Alps makes me appreciate them even more. For a while, I didn't know which I preferred, but now I definitely know. :)
What switch do you have on the octagon bro?

Haha, I just mentioned it. :P Vintage MX Blacks with 62g SPRiT gold springs, stickered, lubed, SIP socketed, with pledge-modded Gateron clear switch tops. That was a lot to write about a single switch, lol.
I plan on searching for the great green alps but alas there are no one selling it. The smoothness on the cherry black vs the green which one do you prefer?

They are a little hard to find, but if you can get a proxy for TaoBao, there's a few green Alps boards on there right now. I prefer Green Alps but not just for the smoothness, but also for the lightness, high actuation and shorter travel distance for Alps.


I tested this with a Linear Zealio, which I think is almost just as smooth as a vintage MX black.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: samsam on Sun, 06 December 2015, 13:48:11
Tex Yoda with 65g Zealio
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/KAhkZb9.jpg?1)


Awesome looking keyboard..
Wanted to know about your wrist rest what kind are you using.? Did you build it your self?
Is it oiled or lacquered ?
Because i got a nice looking one from china yesterday got and it sas Royal Glam on the underside complete with logo.
Velt great but began to show my body oils after using it one day.
so at first i tried sum ikea cutting board oil i had laying around but that didn't really help. So i bought a lacquer roller and sum nice lacquer and applied one layer.
It looks good but have to admit i miss the nice wood grain feel..
well i could always just sand it of carefully and or ask for a second one as my christmas present .. hahhha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sun, 06 December 2015, 13:55:38
IBM F XT. Makes typing on an M feel a bit "meh" when compared side by side.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: samsam on Sun, 06 December 2015, 13:59:24
wow best looking keyboard i have seen in a while..

Tried to do thee same but need sum more key-caps to be as cool as that one ..Like the color my compliments ..
And the ergo clears probably feels awesome..i have a KUL ES-87 that squeaking noises on the enter and shift key..
But KUL sas it's because i don't use the thin stock ABS key-caps that shine true after 10 seconds of usage hahaha..

Got my self a couple of double shot Vortex pbt keycaps from massdrop and they feel out of this world..
Making a couple of nice combo's but now i have to remove my nice set on the KUL ES-87 and see how that feels and if the noises go away ..

Did you do the ERGO mod you'r self..
I looked around for a nice desoldering/soldering kit..and found a nice kit from Weller ,,but way way to expensive for me now. $1300
http://www.amazon.com/Apex-Tool-Group-Weller-2020/dp/B00B9DHVNQ



Lubed and stickered ergo-clear  :cool: :thumb:
have to admit i'm a bit envious of your awesome skil set..
Never soldered or desolders anything in my life..

But that's not the only thing holding me  back..
The price of the unit that i wanted to buy to start my hobby is one of the bigger problems..
https://www.conrad.nl/nl/weller-wxd-2020-digitaal-soldeer-desoldeerstation-240-w-50-tot-550-c-588701.html

And not to mention my studie time..Not forgetting i just got my head bit of by a sales Rep from KUL that told me my keyboard is making squeaking noises because of the vortex double shot pbt keycaps i got from massdrop..

But one day i need to learn to do all that my self..
by the way i read the how to lube post..and so on..But all the different options where overwhelming.

perhaps i'l sell my unused KUL ES-87 mx-clears for sum $$ hahahah..
got sum pics for us to drool over hahaha..



KUL told me it's my own fault and they won't replace my board because i wasn't using the stock ABS key-caps they provided..
But i replaced the with nice double shot PBT caps from massdrop..

Mod Edit: Combined three consecutive posts. Please avoid triple-posting, and if you are responding to a particular post it will help to quote the post so people can follow the conversation easier.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 06 December 2015, 19:52:41
Tex Yoda with 65g Zealio
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/KAhkZb9.jpg?1)


Awesome looking keyboard..
Wanted to know about your wrist rest what kind are you using.? Did you build it your self?
Is it oiled or lacquered ?
Because i got a nice looking one from china yesterday got and it sas Royal Glam on the underside complete with logo.
Velt great but began to show my body oils after using it one day.
so at first i tried sum ikea cutting board oil i had laying around but that didn't really help. So i bought a lacquer roller and sum nice lacquer and applied one layer.
It looks good but have to admit i miss the nice wood grain feel..
well i could always just sand it of carefully and or ask for a second one as my christmas present .. hahhha

That wrist rest is one of Inanis's at http://sealwoodworking.com/, I believe. She does great work by the look of it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rayoui on Sun, 06 December 2015, 21:04:21
Did you do the ERGO mod you'r self..
I looked around for a nice desoldering/soldering kit..and found a nice kit from Weller ,,but way way to expensive for me now. $1300
http://www.amazon.com/Apex-Tool-Group-Weller-2020/dp/B00B9DHVNQ

Unless you are planning on doing high-volume work, that thing is way overkill for building a keyboard. You could pick up a Weller WES51 and a solder sucker/wick for a fraction of the cost and it would be quite sufficient.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 08 December 2015, 07:47:05
I'm having a hard time getting away from this Leopold 900R.... I'm having crazy thoughts of buying another one....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Tue, 08 December 2015, 07:49:10
I'm having a hard time getting away from this Leopold 900R.... I'm having crazy thoughts of buying another one....

Wait, do you only have 1 of each keyboard? I thought super-enthusiasts keep at least 3!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 08 December 2015, 07:53:08
I'm having a hard time getting away from this Leopold 900R.... I'm having crazy thoughts of buying another one....

Wait, do you only have 1 of each keyboard? I thought super-enthusiasts keep at least 3!
Depends on the keyboard, I've sold most of my multiples. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Tue, 08 December 2015, 08:00:18
I'm having a hard time getting away from this Leopold 900R.... I'm having crazy thoughts of buying another one....

Wait, do you only have 1 of each keyboard? I thought super-enthusiasts keep at least 3!
Depends on the keyboard, I've sold most of my multiples. :thumb:

I'm not sure if there's already a thread for this, but it'd be really cool to see the collectors' full stash.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 08 December 2015, 08:00:21

(http://i.imgur.com/d7RC9CO.jpg)


1. Fully programmable with a nice GUI.
2. Fully modable: It is PCB mounted with DIP sockets.
3. Light for travelling.
4. OG Cherry vintage beige set with row 5 bottom row.
5. My own version of ergo-clears and moded blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 08 December 2015, 08:15:14

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/d7RC9CO.jpg)



1. Fully programmable with a nice GUI.
2. Fully modable: It is PCB mounted with DIP sockets.
3. Light for travelling.
4. OG Cherry vintage beige set with row 5 bottom row.
5. My own version of ergo-clears and moded blacks.

Love it. Must be a joy to type on.

And while we're on the subject, I seriously need OG cherry set. Looks good on just about anything.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 08 December 2015, 08:41:16

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/d7RC9CO.jpg)



1. Fully programmable with a nice GUI.
2. Fully modable: It is PCB mounted with DIP sockets.
3. Light for travelling.
4. OG Cherry vintage beige set with row 5 bottom row.
5. My own version of ergo-clears and moded blacks.

The simplicity of OG sets is always classy. And to think, I used to dislike the "blocky look" of mechanical keyboards and had a hard time getting into the beige tones of old keyboards... I'm a changed man.

Looks good, dude!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Tue, 08 December 2015, 11:31:54
4. OG Cherry vintage beige set with row 5 bottom row.

The only caps worth buying. Cheaper and better looking/feeling than anything from gmk/jtk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 08 December 2015, 12:41:21

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/d7RC9CO.jpg)



1. Fully programmable with a nice GUI.
2. Fully modable: It is PCB mounted with DIP sockets.
3. Light for travelling.
4. OG Cherry vintage beige set with row 5 bottom row.
5. My own version of ergo-clears and moded blacks.

Are you using my patio again?

(http://i.imgur.com/zU5LBR8.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: chipotle on Tue, 08 December 2015, 14:01:52
I'm using a CODE TKL with MX Clear switches, my standard work keyboard. I've been using a Realforce 87U at home since Saturday, and after only four days now this keyboard feels...slightly wrong. I ain't gettin' another 87U for the office, though...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 08 December 2015, 14:07:55

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/d7RC9CO.jpg)



1. Fully programmable with a nice GUI.
2. Fully modable: It is PCB mounted with DIP sockets.
3. Light for travelling.
4. OG Cherry vintage beige set with row 5 bottom row.
5. My own version of ergo-clears and moded blacks.

Are you using my patio again?

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zU5LBR8.jpg)



Yours is stone, mine is ceramic and it is indoors, but they look similar.


 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 08 December 2015, 14:12:33
Here is my indoor patio:


(http://i.imgur.com/YeRVkDn.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 08 December 2015, 14:17:08
Here is my indoor patio:


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/YeRVkDn.jpg)


Awesome!  Yeah I have fun finding a good contrasting environment for pictures.  Looks fantastic!  I could mess around with more pavers and bricks etc etc....  Just a little imagination and effort.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 08 December 2015, 14:52:16
Here is my indoor patio:


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/YeRVkDn.jpg)


Awesome!  Yeah I have fun finding a good contrasting environment for pictures.  Looks fantastic!  I could mess around with more pavers and bricks etc etc....  Just a little imagination and effort.


It is great for pictures, that is why I take most of my pics there, because my phone camera sucks, with low light everything look very bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mobbo on Tue, 08 December 2015, 16:34:51
This for the foreseeable future:

[attachimg=1]

x-posting from the topre thread but its a 55g Realforce 87u with 10th AE Case, Hi-Pro Caps, and Keycollectiv CMY Mods
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 08 December 2015, 16:43:48
This for the foreseeable future:

(Attachment Link)

x-posting from the topre thread but its a 55g Realforce 87u with 10th AE Case, Hi-Pro Caps, and Keycollectiv CMY Mods

Those brownish grey hi-pros... My goodness.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Wed, 09 December 2015, 05:26:24
This for the foreseeable future:

(Attachment Link)

x-posting from the topre thread but its a 55g Realforce 87u with 10th AE Case, Hi-Pro Caps, and Keycollectiv CMY Mods

Gray with CMYK mods get me every time :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 09 December 2015, 05:49:23
So I rotated from Hammer Alps Eagle, to the Octagon, to the FAME, with a light spin back to a Dell AT101, and now back to the Hammer.  Ahh, the FAME is nice with its blue alps, but I think Alps SKCL greens are probably my overall favorite switch. The lightness is just so nice and gentle and yet so smooth. I <3 linears.

After an extended bit of use with the Octagon w/ 62g lubed vintage blacks, coming back to these green Alps makes me appreciate them even more. For a while, I didn't know which I preferred, but now I definitely know. :)
What switch do you have on the octagon bro?

Haha, I just mentioned it. :P Vintage MX Blacks with 62g SPRiT gold springs, stickered, lubed, SIP socketed, with pledge-modded Gateron clear switch tops. That was a lot to write about a single switch, lol.
I plan on searching for the great green alps but alas there are no one selling it. The smoothness on the cherry black vs the green which one do you prefer?

They are a little hard to find, but if you can get a proxy for TaoBao, there's a few green Alps boards on there right now. I prefer Green Alps but not just for the smoothness, but also for the lightness, high actuation and shorter travel distance for Alps.

  • Green Alps are closest to MX red switches, they aren't the best match to compare to vintage MX black unless you're using 55g springs
  • Yellow Alps feel very very similar in weight to 62g linears
  • The unicorn Brown linear Alps feel like they would be closest to a stock vintage MX black switch and actuate at around 60-65g

I tested this with a Linear Zealio, which I think is almost just as smooth as a vintage MX black.
I'm sorry for the late reply will search for taobao
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Wed, 09 December 2015, 05:53:27
I'm still on my Eagle. ButterySmooth is where it's at.

Also put on Granites today and it feels kinda nice tbh. I love the feel of PBT caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 09 December 2015, 08:21:46
I'm sorry for the late reply will search for taobao

Good luck!  :thumb:   
   
I'm still using my custom Alps board, haha. I've taken to the affectionate title of "Hammer Alps" for it. Linear greens are so sick. Eventually, when the SKCM blues from a trade I made come in (my amber alps for their blues), I'll be able to use the other PCB and enjoy some lovely clickiness. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 09 December 2015, 08:26:37
I'm sorry for the late reply will search for taobao

Good luck!  :thumb:   
   
I'm still using my custom Alps board, haha. I've taken to the affectionate title of "Hammer Alps" for it. Linear greens are so sick. Eventually, when the SKCM blues from a trade I made come in (my amber alps for their blues), I'll be able to use the other PCB and enjoy some lovely clickiness. :D
Bro i want to be just like you. I think you already tried all of alps skcm type
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Burt Macklin on Wed, 09 December 2015, 09:43:17
Filco Ninja, MX brown.
I like it very much, but I'm considering getting a Topre KB as well, haven't tried those switches yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 09 December 2015, 10:25:40
I'm sorry for the late reply will search for taobao

Good luck!  :thumb:   
   
I'm still using my custom Alps board, haha. I've taken to the affectionate title of "Hammer Alps" for it. Linear greens are so sick. Eventually, when the SKCM blues from a trade I made come in (my amber alps for their blues), I'll be able to use the other PCB and enjoy some lovely clickiness. :D
Bro i want to be just like you. I think you already tried all of alps skcm type

Haha, well thank you. :) I've got just a few more to go!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 10 December 2015, 19:55:11
I've gotten out the old Chicony KB-5181 with Monterey Blues. I threw out the case for it so I'm just using it without one.

I plan on building a custom case for this board out of wood with antler inlays. Thought it would be a bit different.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Thu, 10 December 2015, 20:02:15
Back with thocky goodness after almost 2 weeks with ButterySmooth switch.

It's a whole new feeling again typing on this 55g domes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SploogeFactory on Fri, 11 December 2015, 02:37:02
Using this baby now, came in the mail today!

(https://i.imgur.com/kemsgiZ.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Fri, 11 December 2015, 10:00:51
Reminds me of when I had a rainbow WASD but I sold the caps, enjoy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Enigma945 on Fri, 11 December 2015, 21:27:48
Using this baby now, came in the mail today!

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/kemsgiZ.jpg)

Ooh,  its pretty.  That jagu is a nice touch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 12 December 2015, 05:54:28
My FAME TH-5539 in moody lighting

(http://i.imgur.com/b19GYR6.jpg)

Ahh, how I've missed that familiar blue Alps click in a vintage board. <3

I can't wait for it's younger brother, the APC TH-5539 (with Alps SKCM White switches), to get here to compare as well as use its awesome Hebrew alt legend doubleshots. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 08:32:17
We will start seeing foxes around here by may or jun next year.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 12 December 2015, 08:57:44
We will start seeing foxes around here by may or jun next year.

Like the Pok3r explosion, but better!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 09:02:13
We will start seeing foxes around here by may or jun next year.

Like the Pok3r explosion, but better!


I think Matt debunked the notion that a keyboard should be super expensive to be a good one, he put in a package a metallic case, along with a plate and a programmable pcb under $110, if you want to source the rest of the components, there is no competition for that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sat, 12 December 2015, 14:32:00
I'm typing on an old APC board with vintage blacks. It has a plastic plate that I thought would be annoying, but actually makes this amazingly soothing clacking sound. These blacks are making me want to build my Jane CE linear rather than with zealios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LeandreN on Sat, 12 December 2015, 15:53:07
JD40 with clears and random DSA caps. Waiting for custom plates in blue alu, raindrop V2 and the GON blue anodized feets for it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 12 December 2015, 15:54:37
I'm typing on an old APC board with vintage blacks. It has a plastic plate that I thought would be annoying, but actually makes this amazingly soothing clacking sound. These blacks are making me want to build my Jane CE linear rather than with zealios.

LINEAR ZEALIOS

I have some, but if I can find some vintage MX white switches with translucent stems, I'm gonna be swappin' sum stems.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 12 December 2015, 17:03:05
HHKB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 17:43:11
HHKB


I think you said that already, didn't you?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sat, 12 December 2015, 17:48:31
I'm typing on an old APC board with vintage blacks. It has a plastic plate that I thought would be annoying, but actually makes this amazingly soothing clacking sound. These blacks are making me want to build my Jane CE linear rather than with zealios.

LINEAR ZEALIOS

I have some, but if I can find some vintage MX white switches with translucent stems, I'm gonna be swappin' sum stems.

Idk man, still don't think you can really beat vintage blacks in the linear department. I have a wyse that I think I'll be harvesting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 17:58:03
Vintage blacks rock and I found them to feel very close to Gateron black stems with clear springs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: maskey on Sat, 12 December 2015, 19:53:31
Work: HHKB Pro 2
Home: CM Storm QFR (Blues)

I use the QFR at home so my wife can use it. The HHKB has blanks. She can touch type, but still doesn't like to use a blank keyboard. I enjoy using the QFR for nostalgia purposes too; it was my first board three years ago and has held up remarkably well. I'll probably need to replace the top part of the case fairly soon though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 12 December 2015, 19:59:40
HHKB

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 12 December 2015, 20:24:17

HHKB


I think you said that already, didn't you?

Was on rf before

It's what are you using now :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ninja3047 on Sat, 12 December 2015, 20:38:43
I just got my Pok3r with Cherry MX Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 12 December 2015, 20:39:14
HHKB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 20:40:04

HHKB


I think you said that already, didn't you?

Was on rf before

It's what are you using now :)


Alright, I recall you saying it somewhere else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Sat, 12 December 2015, 20:53:26
HHKB

Currently typing on and the only thing better IMO...
More
HHKB BT

(http://i.imgur.com/CpPeDV7.jpg)

(not sorry for the dust)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 12 December 2015, 20:59:11
Currently typing on and the only thing better IMO...
More
HHKB BT

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CpPeDV7.jpg)


(not sorry for the dust)

Nice shot :3

I should look into getting one T__T Where'd you get yours?

The idea of running on battery tho bugs me. How long does yours last?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Sat, 12 December 2015, 21:04:46
Currently typing on and the only thing better IMO...
More
HHKB BT

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CpPeDV7.jpg)


(not sorry for the dust)

Nice shot :3

I should look into getting one T__T Where'd you get yours?

The idea of running on battery tho bugs me. How long does yours last?

I am using Hasu's TMK Alt Controller Board.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71517.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71517.0)

Found a 2600mah battery which lasts me quite a while... never measured exactly but ~72 hours continuously left on.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12047.msg1946831#msg1946831 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12047.msg1946831#msg1946831)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sat, 12 December 2015, 21:15:14
I am using Hasu's TMK Alt Controller Board.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71517.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71517.0)

Found a 2600mah battery which lasts me quite a while... never measured exactly but ~72 hours continuously left on.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12047.msg1946831#msg1946831 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12047.msg1946831#msg1946831)

Oh man, with that extra large battery, the price point doesn't seem to sting as much. Hhmmmm~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 12 December 2015, 21:54:05
Currently typing on and the only thing better IMO...
More
HHKB BT

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CpPeDV7.jpg)


(not sorry for the dust)

Nice shot :3

I should look into getting one T__T Where'd you get yours?

The idea of running on battery tho bugs me. How long does yours last?

I am using Hasu's TMK Alt Controller Board.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71517.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71517.0)

Found a 2600mah battery which lasts me quite a while... never measured exactly but ~72 hours continuously left on.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12047.msg1946831#msg1946831 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=12047.msg1946831#msg1946831)

I was about to buy one of Hasu's controller but heard the battery life was ****e

72 hours on the other hand sounds very reasonable though
Does the battery add much weight to the board?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Sat, 12 December 2015, 22:15:47
Oh man, with that extra large battery, the price point doesn't seem to sting as much. Hhmmmm~

Yeah give it a shot, wireless life is great haha.

I was about to buy one of Hasu's controller but heard the battery life was ****e

72 hours on the other hand sounds very reasonable though
Does the battery add much weight to the board?

Not much weight, it is a tiny battery (51x52x8mm).
I should rephrase, instead of 72 hours, it lasts about 3 days (say working hours for instance) and turned off while sleeping haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 12 December 2015, 22:19:24
Oh man, with that extra large battery, the price point doesn't seem to sting as much. Hhmmmm~

Yeah give it a shot, wireless life is great haha.

I was about to buy one of Hasu's controller but heard the battery life was ****e

72 hours on the other hand sounds very reasonable though
Does the battery add much weight to the board?

Not much weight, it is a tiny battery (51x52x8mm).
I should rephrase, instead of 72 hours, it lasts about 3 days (say working hours for instance) and turned off while sleeping haha.

ahh I thought you meant turned on for 72 hours
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 23:02:05
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sat, 12 December 2015, 23:09:40
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sat, 12 December 2015, 23:13:06
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?

Not in particular, wanted to try different switches and have a board that could be used in a work-space environment without pissing anyone off. Even though I'm in college and have a few years before I get a job haha. I've been trying to have all different switches in my boards, an RS96 with 62g Vintage Blues, Orion v2 with 62g Tactile Zealios, Jane with Vintage/Old Browns, and planning on Jane CE with 62g Vintage Clears or maybe Ergo Clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Sun, 13 December 2015, 07:52:40
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?

Not in particular, wanted to try different switches and have a board that could be used in a work-space environment without pissing anyone off. Even though I'm in college and have a few years before I get a job haha. I've been trying to have all different switches in my boards, an RS96 with 62g Vintage Blues, Orion v2 with 62g Tactile Zealios, Jane with Vintage/Old Browns, and planning on Jane CE with 62g Vintage Clears or maybe Ergo Clears.

Some very impressive boards to be trying switches out on  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 13 December 2015, 11:11:44
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?

Not in particular, wanted to try different switches and have a board that could be used in a work-space environment without pissing anyone off. Even though I'm in college and have a few years before I get a job haha. I've been trying to have all different switches in my boards, an RS96 with 62g Vintage Blues, Orion v2 with 62g Tactile Zealios, Jane with Vintage/Old Browns, and planning on Jane CE with 62g Vintage Clears or maybe Ergo Clears.

Some very impressive boards to be trying switches out on  :)

Yeah haha, luckily I've enjoyed all the switches I've put on my boards otherwise it would be a pain to desolder. Something about my 62g Vintage Blues makes me keep wanting to come back to them, they just have the perfect pitch and bump to it. Zealios with a plastic plate is quite a unique option, it makes the switches very quiet but the tactility of it is amazing. I then have stock Clear and Blue Pok3rs that I never touch, planning on getting rid of them when ever I get some free time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 13 December 2015, 11:49:08
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?

Not in particular, wanted to try different switches and have a board that could be used in a work-space environment without pissing anyone off. Even though I'm in college and have a few years before I get a job haha. I've been trying to have all different switches in my boards, an RS96 with 62g Vintage Blues, Orion v2 with 62g Tactile Zealios, Jane with Vintage/Old Browns, and planning on Jane CE with 62g Vintage Clears or maybe Ergo Clears.

Some very impressive boards to be trying switches out on  :)

Yeah haha, luckily I've enjoyed all the switches I've put on my boards otherwise it would be a pain to desolder. Something about my 62g Vintage Blues makes me keep wanting to come back to them, they just have the perfect pitch and bump to it. Zealios with a plastic plate is quite a unique option, it makes the switches very quiet but the tactility of it is amazing. I then have stock Clear and Blue Pok3rs that I never touch, planning on getting rid of them when ever I get some free time.

Man, I really really want some vintage MX white switches so I can transfer their stems in my Zealios for my next Octagon build. I'm definitely going to use holtite sockets for that build though, so I can swap switches if I end up not liking them as much as I think I will.

As someone who's used vintage ergo clears on a PCB before, I can only imagine a plastic plate being somewhat similar, and the feel is quite nice.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 13 December 2015, 11:56:17
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?

Not in particular, wanted to try different switches and have a board that could be used in a work-space environment without pissing anyone off. Even though I'm in college and have a few years before I get a job haha. I've been trying to have all different switches in my boards, an RS96 with 62g Vintage Blues, Orion v2 with 62g Tactile Zealios, Jane with Vintage/Old Browns, and planning on Jane CE with 62g Vintage Clears or maybe Ergo Clears.

Some very impressive boards to be trying switches out on  :)

Yeah haha, luckily I've enjoyed all the switches I've put on my boards otherwise it would be a pain to desolder. Something about my 62g Vintage Blues makes me keep wanting to come back to them, they just have the perfect pitch and bump to it. Zealios with a plastic plate is quite a unique option, it makes the switches very quiet but the tactility of it is amazing. I then have stock Clear and Blue Pok3rs that I never touch, planning on getting rid of them when ever I get some free time.

Man, I really really want some vintage MX white switches so I can transfer their stems in my Zealios for my next Octagon build. I'm definitely going to use holtite sockets for that build though, so I can swap switches if I end up not liking them as much as I think I will.

As someone who's used vintage ergo clears on a PCB before, I can only imagine a plastic plate being somewhat similar, and the feel is quite nice.  :thumb:

I've been wanting to try some holtite sockets one of these times. I don't know how often I'd be swapping out the switches though because doing a full board would be a pain. I definitely want to lube the vintage clears if I can get my hands on some, filphil sent me a few different switches and the lubed clear felt the best to me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 13 December 2015, 12:45:27
Typing on the TGR-Jane with vintage/old browns. I'm actually liking the switches, definitely not my first choice but I don't mind typing on the board.

Any reason you're using those switches?

Not in particular, wanted to try different switches and have a board that could be used in a work-space environment without pissing anyone off. Even though I'm in college and have a few years before I get a job haha. I've been trying to have all different switches in my boards, an RS96 with 62g Vintage Blues, Orion v2 with 62g Tactile Zealios, Jane with Vintage/Old Browns, and planning on Jane CE with 62g Vintage Clears or maybe Ergo Clears.

Some very impressive boards to be trying switches out on  :)

Yeah haha, luckily I've enjoyed all the switches I've put on my boards otherwise it would be a pain to desolder. Something about my 62g Vintage Blues makes me keep wanting to come back to them, they just have the perfect pitch and bump to it. Zealios with a plastic plate is quite a unique option, it makes the switches very quiet but the tactility of it is amazing. I then have stock Clear and Blue Pok3rs that I never touch, planning on getting rid of them when ever I get some free time.

Man, I really really want some vintage MX white switches so I can transfer their stems in my Zealios for my next Octagon build. I'm definitely going to use holtite sockets for that build though, so I can swap switches if I end up not liking them as much as I think I will.

As someone who's used vintage ergo clears on a PCB before, I can only imagine a plastic plate being somewhat similar, and the feel is quite nice.  :thumb:

I've been wanting to try some holtite sockets one of these times. I don't know how often I'd be swapping out the switches though because doing a full board would be a pain. I definitely want to lube the vintage clears if I can get my hands on some, filphil sent me a few different switches and the lubed clear felt the best to me.

Haha, well I decided to use them, at first, out of hype that formed around the Smart 68, but I do like the convenience, especially for boards that might not use plate designs that allow for switch top opening. I definitely want to use them in the Octagon as I'm really unsure where I want to go with it. At first I was thinking vintage clears, then linear zealios (I have vintage blacks in my current Octagon), and then finally vintage mx white.

I definitely want a switch with a translucent slider because I'd love to see how the RGB glow from the PCB illuminates up through the switch (I bet it won't be dramatic at all), but eh. I want to go for vintage MX white because it's the MX type I have least experience with. I do have a set of MX greens, but that won't fit here. :P 

Eh, well... With hotswapping, at least you have the assurance in knowing that you CAN swap it whenever you'd like. Compared to having to desolder an entire keyboard, simply pulling them out would be a lot less time consuming or frustrating. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mad_Maxx on Sun, 13 December 2015, 12:57:08
FC660C. Figured I would try Topre one more time, since I sold my HHKB.
 I thought the steel plate mounting might be different. I missed the satisfaction of the thock. But alas I really just don't like Topre that much. Without doubt the most satisfying switch I've tried, but when it comes to long typing sessions, theres just something lacking.

Still enjoy the board tho.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grav3serker on Sun, 13 December 2015, 13:24:42
I put my KBParadise V60MTS-Q away for a bit and brought out my Apple Standard M0116 for a while and it's so satisfying to type on. The Quiet Clicks are great, but they feel clunky compared to SKCM Orange Alps. I'm going to be swapping the switches from the Apple to the V60 once I get my soldering iron. I really want to grab another V60 and swap in another set of Alps.

I've yet to try any other variants, but I'd love to try SKCL Greens, SKCM Browns, and SKCM Blues. I'm not a huge fan of clicky switches, but I'd love to give the Blues a shot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 14 December 2015, 21:13:56
Back on a Model M again since I'm travelling.  I thought about taking the g710 on the road, but then decided against it.  I needed familiarity.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Xonar on Mon, 14 December 2015, 21:40:13
(http://i.imgur.com/cmV7Rs5.jpg)

A Unicomp JIS layout Model M with the ever-elusive 1.75u non-stepped right shift.

(http://i.imgur.com/34whE8g.jpg)

Confused as to why we can't order these shifts from Unicomp without buying one of these boards...  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 14 December 2015, 23:20:40
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cmV7Rs5.jpg)


A Unicomp JIS layout Model M with the ever-elusive 1.75u non-stepped right shift.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/34whE8g.jpg)


Confused as to why we can't order these shifts from Unicomp without buying one of these boards...  :rolleyes:
My guess is that they only have enough for the full sets they've produced.  Like how you can't get a white space bar anymore in large print unless you get an entire keyboard, and I think even those now come with a non-white one.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Mon, 14 December 2015, 23:58:23
Back to using my ducky mini YOTH while I am waiting for other boards to come in. I really do not like unclipped cherry stabs  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Tue, 15 December 2015, 04:51:07

(http://unicus2010.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/classic-black3.jpg)


A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SploogeFactory on Tue, 15 December 2015, 05:26:48

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A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)

I straight up eat the ginger with everything, maybe BS could be my jam.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 15 December 2015, 06:11:12

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A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)

I straight up eat the ginger with everything, maybe BS could be my jam.

Dude its a course of its own when I get sushi

****s's delicious
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SploogeFactory on Tue, 15 December 2015, 06:17:27

Show Image
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A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)

I straight up eat the ginger with everything, maybe BS could be my jam.

Dude its a course of its own when I get sushi

****s's delicious

I hear ya man, 2 plates of sushi, 2 pots of ginger, but the ginger is free ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 15 December 2015, 06:43:51

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A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)

I straight up eat the ginger with everything, maybe BS could be my jam.

Dude its a course of its own when I get sushi

****s's delicious

Yo, yo! Who's talkin' about sushi up in here!?

Mmmmman, I'm getting howngry. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 15 December 2015, 06:55:06

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A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)

I straight up eat the ginger with everything, maybe BS could be my jam.

Dude its a course of its own when I get sushi

****s's delicious

I hear ya man, 2 plates of sushi, 2 pots of ginger, but the ginger is free ;)

Place near where I live has the best lunch special... think I might go tomorrow

Extra ginger plz
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Tue, 15 December 2015, 07:17:57
I've always preferred Mary Ann, actually.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 15 December 2015, 09:20:52
Decided to take out the old Infinity that gave me mild RSI that I'm still healing from! Mind you, I was typing in bed like a lazyass with terrible form, so ya know. It happens. I don't blame you, Infinity.

(https://i.imgur.com/5KbyAxH.jpg)

Since I had to pick some of its caps to use on my second Eagle PCB, I decided to just strip them all off and put on the AEK caps.

In another controversial use, much like my hypothesis of hotswapping (solderless) Alps switches being viable in a stock Infinity (which, by the way, is still true. These STILL work fine and I'm not using solder)...

I'm using the Shift and Enter keys without stabs, and they seem just fine! I think the mounts for the Alps stabs actually ride down the Costar stab guides and give it some pretty decent stabilization! I had to remove the wire in order for the cap to clear, but they feel just fine!

EDIT: Just wanted to add a silly picture. :3

(http://i.imgur.com/ks0bsee.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Tue, 15 December 2015, 16:00:05
I'm using the Shift and Enter keys without stabs, and they seem just fine! I think the mounts for the Alps stabs actually ride down the Costar stab guides and give it some pretty decent stabilization! I had to remove the wire in order for the cap to clear, but they feel just fine!

Don't recall hearing many people complain about Topre not having stabs for Shift and Enter - but then Topre stems are a bit more stable than MX. How's Alps for stability? Been a number of years since I've used an Alps board. Could explain why the Shift and Enter keys feel just fine :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 15 December 2015, 18:15:34
I'm using the Shift and Enter keys without stabs, and they seem just fine! I think the mounts for the Alps stabs actually ride down the Costar stab guides and give it some pretty decent stabilization! I had to remove the wire in order for the cap to clear, but they feel just fine!

Don't recall hearing many people complain about Topre not having stabs for Shift and Enter - but then Topre stems are a bit more stable than MX. How's Alps for stability? Been a number of years since I've used an Alps board. Could explain why the Shift and Enter keys feel just fine :)

Oh, I didn't know those weren't stabilized on Topre boards! I think that because the stab mounting positions on these AEK caps just so happen to line up perfectly with the guides on the costar stabs, it gives them a lot more stability than if they were simply used with traditional Alps stabs. The main issue I see is binding if a non-stabilized long key is pressed on the edge. There's a bit of wobble as well, but not nearly as bad as Cherry, IME.
 
With what I'm using, there's no binding, and the key is pretty stable and there's no wobble that I can detect. It's not exactly AS smooth as a key using stabilizer wire since it doesn't evenly distribute the pressure put on the cap, but it's pretty seamless for me!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 15 December 2015, 22:13:23

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A friend of mine bought it for me for helping him move a couple of years ago, before I rediscovered buckling springs. I like to get it out and use it every now and then. It's like taking a bite of ginger to clear your palate between sushi courses.

It's also fun wondering if some of the more rarified boards being shown here, as impressive as they are, are really worth, like, 10 times as much dough.  :?)

These were quite nice back in the day as an alternative to a clicking keyboard.  We actually spec'd one for our 486 build back in the day and still have it.  Somewhere along the way we also got a newer version of it and it seems the keys have less wobble and a little more crispness.  Keytronic must still be doing something right as they're still around and still making and selling boards.

Mmmm...sushi.  Oh how I long for you now.

That does it.  When I get back to the states, I'm headed straight from the airport to Kiku in downtown since they're open until 2am every day of the week. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: r0yal on Fri, 25 December 2015, 16:04:06
Yaaaaaay, I got my WASD V2! The MX Blacks feel amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vectrex720 on Fri, 25 December 2015, 16:28:10
Pok3r W/ MX Blues
(http://i.imgur.com/AAnmf26.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 25 December 2015, 16:29:32
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 25 December 2015, 17:44:05
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Fri, 25 December 2015, 17:57:39
White Pok3r w/ Ducky White/Pink & MX Clear
WASD V2 w/ DSA Dolch & MX Brown

I'm a basic *****. Rotating because clears are too hard and browns are too light.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MeltingTeeth on Fri, 25 December 2015, 20:00:47
Pok3r!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DAVYtm on Fri, 25 December 2015, 20:22:08
HHKB Pro 2. Topre <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 25 December 2015, 20:24:38
Accompanying my wife on her paternity leave and there's no better keyboard to bring than the lovely HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Fri, 25 December 2015, 20:39:12
The 60% board I built up today on a NerD 60 PCB with 85g MX blues. Still playing around with function layers to get what I want out of it, but I think I found a layout I'm happy with.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 25 December 2015, 23:09:33
The 60% board I built up today on a NerD 60 PCB with 85g MX blues. Still playing around with function layers to get what I want out of it, but I think I found a layout I'm happy with.

85g seems like pretty heavy springs, how are you liking them in the MX blues?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 26 December 2015, 02:43:59
(http://imgur.com/jSW7s6a.jpg)

Using my Monterey K101 with Alps SKCM blue switches for now. They're the lightest blue Alps I've ever tried, which is just crazy. Literally, these feel lighter than any of the blue Alps boards I've used in the past, and I've had three before this.

Super nice! The build quality on the K101 might be questionable compared to some, but these switches make it easy to turn a blind eye. Plus. I love how it looks.

It could always be a placebo though, so don't read into this too deeply, haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 26 December 2015, 04:31:54
SSK (while I can get away with it!)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sun, 27 December 2015, 08:37:46
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Sun, 27 December 2015, 11:41:03
Back to an M back at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 27 December 2015, 11:42:29
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DAVYtm on Sun, 27 December 2015, 11:44:55
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.

I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 27 December 2015, 11:51:47
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.

I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says

I like the ability of customizing all my switches whether it's the spring weight, tactility or linear, LEDs, etc. Topre boards just seem too boring to me. I wouldn't mind an HHKB for travel but I don't like 60% for my daily and much prefer to have a full aluminum board to type on as well. Another thing that Topre lacks in is the layout customization, 96% is by far my favorite layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sun, 27 December 2015, 16:57:02
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.

I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says

I like the ability of customizing all my switches whether it's the spring weight, tactility or linear, LEDs, etc. Topre boards just seem too boring to me. I wouldn't mind an HHKB for travel but I don't like 60% for my daily and much prefer to have a full aluminum board to type on as well. Another thing that Topre lacks in is the layout customization, 96% is by far my favorite layout.

Can you get LEDs on Topre boards?  I don't care much one way or another but LEDs can make certain artisans and certain keysets look amazing and I don't think I remember ever seeing an LED backlit Topre board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 27 December 2015, 17:16:40
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.

I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says

I like the ability of customizing all my switches whether it's the spring weight, tactility or linear, LEDs, etc. Topre boards just seem too boring to me. I wouldn't mind an HHKB for travel but I don't like 60% for my daily and much prefer to have a full aluminum board to type on as well. Another thing that Topre lacks in is the layout customization, 96% is by far my favorite layout.

Can you get LEDs on Topre boards?  I don't care much one way or another but LEDs can make certain artisans and certain keysets look amazing and I don't think I remember ever seeing an LED backlit Topre board.

There isn't any LED backlit topre boards to the best of my knowledge. I'm sure there may be one or two but probably not of good quality and a reputable brand like Realforce or HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sun, 27 December 2015, 18:00:30
The 60% board I built up today on a NerD 60 PCB with 85g MX blues. Still playing around with function layers to get what I want out of it, but I think I found a layout I'm happy with.

85g seems like pretty heavy springs, how are you liking them in the MX blues?

I find clicky switches feel lighter than a tactile switch with the same springs. Same with tactile vs linear.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sun, 27 December 2015, 20:29:09
The 60% board I built up today on a NerD 60 PCB with 85g MX blues. Still playing around with function layers to get what I want out of it, but I think I found a layout I'm happy with.

85g seems like pretty heavy springs, how are you liking them in the MX blues?

I find clicky switches feel lighter than a tactile switch with the same springs. Same with tactile vs linear.

Are 85g springs roughly comparable to Greens?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sun, 27 December 2015, 20:31:10
The 60% board I built up today on a NerD 60 PCB with 85g MX blues. Still playing around with function layers to get what I want out of it, but I think I found a layout I'm happy with.

85g seems like pretty heavy springs, how are you liking them in the MX blues?

I find clicky switches feel lighter than a tactile switch with the same springs. Same with tactile vs linear.

Are 85g springs roughly comparable to Greens?
Mx green are like 80g to actuate
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Connly33 on Sun, 27 December 2015, 20:34:42
For now im on a Func KB460 with blues. But as soon as my GH satan PCB ( was going to get a sprit but the last one sold out right as i was going to purchase it from mk.com ) im going to be putting together my 60% board with a pok3r 3 case, a LeandreN orange plate, and MX Clears with some PBT Geek key keycap's.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kishagi on Sun, 27 December 2015, 20:37:04
Currently? A Microsoft Comfort Curve 2000 V1 as a temporary replacement while modding my keyboards.

I somehow managed to remove way too many pads on my Pok3r while desoldering the Cherry MX Green switches to replace with Zealio Purple 67g switches. Then I messed up even more when I realised that part of the iron was touching the switches and ended up melting 3 Zealios. ugh. Also had to order PCB mount stabilizers for the aluminum plate that I got on Massdrop.

The other is the Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja that ive been progressively modding.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sun, 27 December 2015, 20:54:26
NOT MY KMAC ANYMORE WOOO
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Sun, 27 December 2015, 23:23:29
NOT MY KMAC ANYMORE WOOO

I would've killed for that kmac... :(

I still have yet to get a red board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sun, 27 December 2015, 23:47:48
I've just been practising on boards enough to get over 150 wpm to make a typing video then retiring them for another few months until I get bored again. Last one to do is the GON then I'll try for 170 on the LZ
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 28 December 2015, 03:29:00
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.

I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says

I like the ability of customizing all my switches whether it's the spring weight, tactility or linear, LEDs, etc. Topre boards just seem too boring to me. I wouldn't mind an HHKB for travel but I don't like 60% for my daily and much prefer to have a full aluminum board to type on as well. Another thing that Topre lacks in is the layout customization, 96% is by far my favorite layout.

Can you get LEDs on Topre boards?  I don't care much one way or another but LEDs can make certain artisans and certain keysets look amazing and I don't think I remember ever seeing an LED backlit Topre board.

There isn't any LED backlit topre boards to the best of my knowledge. I'm sure there may be one or two but probably not of good quality and a reputable brand like Realforce or HHKB.

https://www.keychatter.com/2015/03/12/review-royal-kludge-rc930-87-rgb/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Mon, 28 December 2015, 12:03:13
Can you get LEDs on Topre boards?  I don't care much one way or another but LEDs can make certain artisans and certain keysets look amazing and I don't think I remember ever seeing an LED backlit Topre board.

There isn't any LED backlit topre boards to the best of my knowledge. I'm sure there may be one or two but probably not of good quality and a reputable brand like Realforce or HHKB.

https://www.keychatter.com/2015/03/12/review-royal-kludge-rc930-87-rgb/

I figured there had to be at least one, doesn't look that very good but the price is what makes it interesting. It seems like a cheaper version of the Novatouch.

Taken from the review:
"It ain’t Topre, so don’t set yourself up for disappointment by hoping it will be, but switches aside, where else can you get RGB backlighting and full programmability for $100?"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 28 December 2015, 12:40:03
Can you get LEDs on Topre boards?  I don't care much one way or another but LEDs can make certain artisans and certain keysets look amazing and I don't think I remember ever seeing an LED backlit Topre board.

There isn't any LED backlit topre boards to the best of my knowledge. I'm sure there may be one or two but probably not of good quality and a reputable brand like Realforce or HHKB.

https://www.keychatter.com/2015/03/12/review-royal-kludge-rc930-87-rgb/

I figured there had to be at least one, doesn't look that very good but the price is what makes it interesting. It seems like a cheaper version of the Novatouch.

Taken from the review:
"It ain’t Topre, so don’t set yourself up for disappointment by hoping it will be, but switches aside, where else can you get RGB backlighting and full programmability for $100?"

I might recommend this to a friend who was looking for a RGB board but wanted quiet switches and a standard layout.  This is a helluva lot cheaper than a K70 RGB or DS5 RGB and might be a decent option for him.  Good lookin' out rowdy and Steezus!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 28 December 2015, 14:05:24
type s

OH WAIT NO **** U USPS WHERE IS MY **** *****ES
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Mon, 28 December 2015, 16:19:48
SPRiT PCB/LeandreN Plate/Zealios 67G Tactile switches/Round 5 Caps/Hammer Case/Techmattr Cable.

Had to settle. Left my Topre at home  :mad:

Sounds like an amazing board to me, no need for all that topre bs.
Pshhhh. No way =p

I fear buying a topre board since I have so much invested into all my mx ones. Currently typing on Orion v2 with 62g Purple Zealios and don't see how it can get much better than this.

I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says

I like the ability of customizing all my switches whether it's the spring weight, tactility or linear, LEDs, etc. Topre boards just seem too boring to me. I wouldn't mind an HHKB for travel but I don't like 60% for my daily and much prefer to have a full aluminum board to type on as well. Another thing that Topre lacks in is the layout customization, 96% is by far my favorite layout.

Can you get LEDs on Topre boards?  I don't care much one way or another but LEDs can make certain artisans and certain keysets look amazing and I don't think I remember ever seeing an LED backlit Topre board.
Not yet, Type Heaven has an RGB in the works though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 28 December 2015, 16:23:51
type s

OH WAIT NO **** U USPS WHERE IS MY **** *****ES


type s(ucker)

legit still dont get the hype. sound is def not worth the price. hhkb is just fine IMO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 28 December 2015, 16:30:21
type s

OH WAIT NO **** U USPS WHERE IS MY **** *****ES


type s(ucker)

legit still dont get the hype. sound is def not worth the price. hhkb is just fine IMO.

Why did you get it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 28 December 2015, 16:37:14
type s

OH WAIT NO **** U USPS WHERE IS MY **** *****ES


type s(ucker)

legit still dont get the hype. sound is def not worth the price. hhkb is just fine IMO.

Why did you get it?

cheap
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 28 December 2015, 16:40:04
type s

OH WAIT NO **** U USPS WHERE IS MY **** *****ES


type s(ucker)

legit still dont get the hype. sound is def not worth the price. hhkb is just fine IMO.

Why did you get it?

cheap

o
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Mon, 28 December 2015, 16:48:03
I have a B Mini with vintage blacks... Picked up an HHKB, and I pretty much stopped touching the B Mini. Thinking of liquidating what Cherry I have and going full Topre. It's as good as everyone says

WELCOME

(http://media1.giphy.com/media/qjq62rckgi2as/200_s.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Roibhilin on Tue, 29 December 2015, 00:36:34
HHKB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrlooolz on Tue, 29 December 2015, 07:03:55
I have a Logitech G19 atm (for 4 years, I know!) Waiting on my Ducky Shine 5. My first Mk!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OTD on Tue, 29 December 2015, 07:08:14
hhkb type s black.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Tue, 29 December 2015, 07:14:26
I have a Logitech G19 atm (for 4 years, I know!) Waiting on my Ducky Shine 5. My first Mk!
Get HHKB Bro you will not regret it  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrlooolz on Tue, 29 December 2015, 07:17:10
I have a Logitech G19 atm (for 4 years, I know!) Waiting on my Ducky Shine 5. My first Mk!
Get HHKB Bro you will not regret it  :thumb:
I invested in a shine5 and a whitefox.  If i am okay with the layout maybe in a year
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 29 December 2015, 09:10:32
I have a Logitech G19 atm (for 4 years, I know!) Waiting on my Ducky Shine 5. My first Mk!
Congrats!  Once you go mech, you'll never go back!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 29 December 2015, 09:18:26
I have a Logitech G19 atm (for 4 years, I know!) Waiting on my Ducky Shine 5. My first Mk!
Get HHKB Bro you will not regret it  :thumb:

What if he likes the click-clack more than the thock?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lurch on Tue, 29 December 2015, 09:20:24
hhkb type-s

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrlooolz on Tue, 29 December 2015, 09:20:43
3 months in already spent a fortune.  From what i hear topre is love, topre is life
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Tue, 29 December 2015, 09:34:21
3 months in already spent a fortune.  From what i hear topre is love, topre is life

You sir, have then heard right. But I do keep MX boards at home  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrlooolz on Tue, 29 December 2015, 09:36:37
3 months in already spent a fortune.  From what i hear topre is love, topre is life

You sir, have then heard right. But I do keep MX boards at home  :)
Eventually probably pick up a realforce for work.  I say that over hhkp because i need a numpad but who knows.  Maybe hhkp and sep numpad.  Oh gosh,, i... Must... Resist
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Tue, 29 December 2015, 13:30:52
Oh gosh,, i... Must... Resist
I'm very level headed when it comes to spending so I thought I could resist...nope.  Been picking up interesting boards ever since now...

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Tue, 29 December 2015, 13:41:35
Eventually probably pick up a realforce for work.  I say that over hhkp because i need a numpad but who knows.  Maybe hhkp and sep numpad.  Oh gosh,, i... Must... Resist

I'm in the same predicament. I work from the command line in Ubuntu and although I've gotten rather proficient at using the top number keys and function arrow cluster , I'm afraid the HHKB looks a bit unprofessional in an academic setting. My efficiency is certainly not affected since I've used it for a while now. But, I do have the Realforce itch so I might pick up the 87UB really soon. Especially since I want to try the 55g.

As a matter of fact, that itch is pretty strong right about now.  :) :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madhias on Tue, 29 December 2015, 13:51:06
ARRGH! The built in Apple keyboard on the MacBook, since my wife shouted at me why I am not using the internal keyboard and it is silly to use another keyboard on a notebook with built in keyboard. And it was only the rather silent HHKB! Damn.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:05:21
ARRGH! The built in Apple keyboard on the MacBook, since my wife shouted at me why I am not using the internal keyboard and it is silly to use another keyboard on a notebook with built in keyboard. And it was only the rather silent HHKB! Damn.

(http://i.imgur.com/WoFCtSl.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:05:59
3 months in already spent a fortune.  From what i hear topre is love, topre is life

Everyone needs at least one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madhias on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:06:57
ARRGH! The built in Apple keyboard on the MacBook, since my wife shouted at me why I am not using the internal keyboard and it is silly to use another keyboard on a notebook with built in keyboard. And it was only the rather silent HHKB! Damn.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WoFCtSl.gif)


On the PC it is OK :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jnzy on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:08:48
Using a Logitech G110 while I wait for my POK3R (first mech).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:12:06
Using a Logitech G110 while I wait for my POK3R (first mech).

Congrats. What switch did you decide on? Nice that you  made the 60% jump already! Mine was a progression from full-sized -> TKL -> 60%
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:28:39
Currently using my Razer Blade 14 in a sea of MacBook Pros.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:48:01
iPhone on screen keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:51:22
Back to the Octagon and realizing how much more I seriously prefer Alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Tue, 29 December 2015, 14:53:54
Realforce 88UB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 30 December 2015, 12:42:50
I recently rescued a near-mint condition eary/mid 90s PS/2 Tandy Enhanced Keyboard from Salvation Army for $1.50. I cleaned it up and it's currently my main kb on my gaming PC. The weird rubber dome/slider switch combo makes for an unusual sound and feel. I think I like it.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 30 December 2015, 16:54:46
I want to love my GON and I do but ABS caps are **** :\ hurry up feng!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 30 December 2015, 16:57:38
I want to love my GON and I do but ABS caps are **** :\ hurry up feng!

That's because cherry is ****
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 30 December 2015, 17:00:22
I want to love my GON and I do but ABS caps are **** :\ hurry up feng!

That's because cherry is ****

pom the bom
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 30 December 2015, 17:16:22
I have a Logitech G19 atm (for 4 years, I know!) Waiting on my Ducky Shine 5. My first Mk!
Get HHKB Bro you will not regret it  :thumb:

What if he likes the click-clack more than the thock?
No one can't resist the thock. Come to the Thock side
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 30 December 2015, 17:19:43
Back to the Octagon and realizing how much more I seriously prefer Alps
You knaw you prefer alps. Now help me get some alps and spread the love

3 months in already spent a fortune.  From what i hear topre is love, topre is life

You sir, have then heard right. But I do keep MX boards at home  :)
Eventually probably pick up a realforce for work.  I say that over hhkp because i need a numpad but who knows.  Maybe hhkp and sep numpad.  Oh gosh,, i... Must... Resist
HHKB+Sep TOPRE Numpad is perfect
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 30 December 2015, 17:25:08
{DO}
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45475.msg1894206#msg1894206
{LOOP}
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Thu, 31 December 2015, 10:21:43
{DO}
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45475.msg1894206#msg1894206
{LOOP}

How does the extra key where the + normally is on the numpad work?  Do you have it just mapped to +?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 31 December 2015, 10:26:14
{DO}
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45475.msg1894206#msg1894206
{LOOP}

How does the extra key where the + normally is on the numpad work?  Do you have it just mapped to +?

It is mapped as [RESERVED] by the 1391401 controller.

VK Code: C2 Hex (194)
Scan Code: 7E Hex (126)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DAVYtm on Thu, 31 December 2015, 11:53:12
Currently on a Logitech K120 at work  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Thu, 31 December 2015, 12:13:32
Currently on a Logitech K120 at work  :'(

Hey! That keyboard isn't too bad to be honest. This was also the keyboard I initially had at work and it has a nice distinct sound upon keypresses which is rather nice for a rubber dome board.

Ofcourse, its build quality is seriously lacking and can't really compare to even MX boards.

Currently on my HHKB with HyperSphere's rings. Awesome silencing result.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bastones on Thu, 31 December 2015, 13:57:02
Currently on a Logitech K120 at work  :'(

You have my deepest sympathies.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phosphoric on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:02:42
i just carry my pok3r with clears with me everywhere now... if i'm not at work or in class i'm at home on my realforce 87uw55
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:13:52
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:15:16
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.

Put some ergo-clears in that bad boy =)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:20:25
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.

Put some ergo-clears in that bad boy =)

Haha I was thinking about it but that'd be a lot of work considering I have a ****ty solder sucker and not a desoldering station...yet. :p

Sadly, the plate doesn't support switch top removal either. I had so many problems to get this board working at first that I may just keep it unless I can get a spare PCB and plate from yuktsi. I have to say these are the best browns I've ever typed on. They're old browns harvested from a g80-11801 and I replaced the switch top with clear gateron ones for added light diffusion but it also made them slightly smoother as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:21:00
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.


Have you ever compared the tactile gray with clear switches? How do they feel in comparison?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:36:01
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.


Have you ever compared the tactile gray with clear switches? How do they feel in comparison?

Comparing it to the clears in my Pok3r next to me the tactile bump is basically the same. However the MX Tactile Grey feels a bit smoother but heavier. I wish I had a full board of greys to compare it to but from my understanding mx clears are just a more modern grey which can end up a little bit stiff and scratchy with their current molds.

Edit: I forgot to add that I also have a clear Gateron switch top for the MX Grey, that could account for the slightly smoother feeling of it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:44:26
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.


Have you ever compared the tactile gray with clear switches? How do they feel in comparison?

Comparing it to the clears in my Pok3r next to me the tactile bump is basically the same. However the MX Tactile Grey feels a bit smoother but heavier. I wish I had a full board of greys to compare it to but from my understanding mx clears are just a more modern grey which can end up a little bit stiff and scratchy with their current molds.

Edit: I forgot to add that I also have a clear Gateron switch top for the MX Grey, that could account for the slightly smoother feeling of it.


it may, I am using ergo clears with clear Gateron tops right now, and they feel very smooth. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 14:57:54
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.


Have you ever compared the tactile gray with clear switches? How do they feel in comparison?

Comparing it to the clears in my Pok3r next to me the tactile bump is basically the same. However the MX Tactile Grey feels a bit smoother but heavier. I wish I had a full board of greys to compare it to but from my understanding mx clears are just a more modern grey which can end up a little bit stiff and scratchy with their current molds.

Edit: I forgot to add that I also have a clear Gateron switch top for the MX Grey, that could account for the slightly smoother feeling of it.


it may, I am using ergo clears with clear Gateron tops right now, and they feel very smooth. Thank you for sharing your experience.

No problem, I am actually really liking cherry switches with clear Gateron tops on them. They don't seem to have as much wobble to regular mx switches or zealios. That's just me feeling them and not any actual testing though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 31 December 2015, 15:34:20
Back to typing on the Jane, I'm still really undecided on these browns. They're bearable enough to type on throughout the day but I don't see myself craving them either when I'm typing on another board. I do love the mx tactile grey I have for the spacebar though, give the perfect sound imo.


Have you ever compared the tactile gray with clear switches? How do they feel in comparison?

Comparing it to the clears in my Pok3r next to me the tactile bump is basically the same. However the MX Tactile Grey feels a bit smoother but heavier. I wish I had a full board of greys to compare it to but from my understanding mx clears are just a more modern grey which can end up a little bit stiff and scratchy with their current molds.

Edit: I forgot to add that I also have a clear Gateron switch top for the MX Grey, that could account for the slightly smoother feeling of it.


it may, I am using ergo clears with clear Gateron tops right now, and they feel very smooth. Thank you for sharing your experience.

No problem, I am actually really liking cherry switches with clear Gateron tops on them. They don't seem to have as much wobble to regular mx switches or zealios. That's just me feeling them and not any actual testing though.


The clears I am using now are translucent Gateron bottoms with transparent Gateron tops, clear Cherry stems and gold springs, the do not wobble and feel very smooth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moratorius on Sat, 02 January 2016, 18:05:15
HHKB Type-S at work, Realforce 87UB (55g) at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: windows446 on Sat, 02 January 2016, 20:34:39
Currently on vacation, so I'm using the built-in keyboard on my 2015 rMBP. At home, though, will be a Noppoo Choc Mini w/ MX Reds waiting for me. On my desk sits a Blackwidow Ultimate.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Sat, 02 January 2016, 22:40:31
I have a giant Corsair k95 rgb. I've only been here a week and I'm already wanting to build a 60% mx-clear board. Got to play with an HHKB pro2 tonight that was amazing. One day i'll have one or those too  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Sun, 03 January 2016, 03:12:40
Back to my WASD V2 MX Browns because I let my friend borrow my newer board with clears :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 03 January 2016, 03:17:12
currently using my end game topre board which is hhkb with hasu BT,Silencing ring and lubed so much better than the stock one I used to type  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 03 January 2016, 03:19:35
Still getting away with my SSK ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Sun, 03 January 2016, 17:08:57
Have been typing on my RF87UW 55g with a PBT spacebar since last Thursday. It's amazing. I also own a HHKB, dental band modded, but RF feels superior. Best feeling keyboard I've ever typed on in my life. Too bad I couldn't get my hands on the black one though, but they ran out of those at MD pretty fast.

I noticed that every stabilized key, aside from the spacebar, has some sort of rattle? Can I get rid of this by applying some lube to the stabilizer wires?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacratoy on Sun, 03 January 2016, 23:03:24
(http://i.imgur.com/CdGQ1mG.jpg)

KUL ES-87 w/ Cherry MX Clears and SP Modern Selectric keycaps.

I've been using this setup for a couple months. Really enjoying it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 04 January 2016, 00:03:04
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CdGQ1mG.jpg)


KUL ES-87 w/ Cherry MX Clears and SP Modern Selectric keycaps.

I've been using this setup for a couple months. Really enjoying it.
And a poor lonely M sits in the background...

But that is a great looking board.  :thumb: I really like the 'Home' and 'End' keys.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flaming_june on Mon, 04 January 2016, 06:49:17
There's a difference between lonely and happily enjoying retirement.

Using my hhkb pro 2 again.  Forcing myself not to game for a while so went back to this lil thang.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Connly33 on Mon, 04 January 2016, 06:54:24
I have a giant Corsair k95 rgb. I've only been here a week and I'm already wanting to build a 60% mx-clear board. Got to play with an HHKB pro2 tonight that was amazing. One day i'll have one or those too  :thumb:

I acctually decided and bought all the parts to do a 60% clear board a week after getting into mech keyboards, now im just waiting on the PCB :p . But i have yet to feel topre switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: doctorcroctopus on Mon, 04 January 2016, 07:03:05
Hi, this is my first post! I'm using my first and so far only keyboard, a Noppoo Nano 75-s with reds, because I love the look of the 75% and I didn't have a huge amount of money. The only thing annoying about having a 75 over a 60 percent board is the lack of case options :/

Anyway, here's a pic.

(http://i.imgur.com/hbCxTqx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 04 January 2016, 07:55:07
Hard to get the lighting right indoors.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Mon, 04 January 2016, 08:04:31
Hard to get the lighting right indoors.

dat wheel mouse optical doe! By any chance, are you a Quake player? I know many CS players used that but throughout my storied Quake career I've used this WMO, as it has one of the best sensors and feels.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 04 January 2016, 08:10:06
I don't game, but my son does.

That Anker vertical mouse on the right is my fave, since I don't need gaming-level performance, but there aren't any good left-hand vertical mice, so I use the best symmetrical. I have at least 3-4 of them, when I see them cheap I nab them for backup.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 04 January 2016, 08:55:12
There's a difference between lonely and happily enjoying retirement.
lol, agreed, but I don't think any M fancies retirement.  Glad to hear you're rotating though.  Always nice to have another board to enjoy.  :thumb:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 04 January 2016, 08:59:17
Hard to get the lighting right indoors.
Nice!  I like the blue secondary legends.  I miss my Staedtler architect's ruler like the one above your keyboard.  It broke in half after a handling 'mishap'.  :-[  It was a really nice one that was made in Germany too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tronbeaver on Mon, 04 January 2016, 09:33:44
Wow, those are pretty tough rulers to break!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 04 January 2016, 10:07:59
It is an engineer's scale, not a ruler.

Cheap ones (<$5) are made of brittle plastic and break easily but good ones (>$10) are quite sturdy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 04 January 2016, 12:02:14
Wow, those are pretty tough rulers to break!
Yeah, but not too many things are a match for my temper.  :-[ :( :'(
It is an engineer's scale, not a ruler.

Cheap ones (<$5) are made of brittle plastic and break easily but good ones (>$10) are quite sturdy.

My apologies on the wrong terminology.  I know they make a model for engineers and one for architects, although I never knew there were different ones until today.  Mine was definitely one of the good ones.  It had the same high-quality plastic that's on the slide-rule my dad gave me (he was a mechanical engineer).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Mon, 04 January 2016, 12:44:51
Hi, this is my first post! I'm using my first and so far only keyboard, a Noppoo Nano 75-s with reds, because I love the look of the 75% and I didn't have a huge amount of money. The only thing annoying about having a 75 over a 60 percent board is the lack of case options :/

Anyway, here's a pic.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hbCxTqx.jpg)


Nice board! My Topre family and I welcome you to GH.

(http://i.imgur.com/Hk3HQng.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 04 January 2016, 13:09:31
Lovely family!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Mon, 04 January 2016, 13:32:34
Lovely family!

Thanks! I've had this RF since last Thursday and it's the best feeling keyboard I've ever typed on. As for sound, it's nice, but I think it doesn't beat a dental band modded HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Mon, 04 January 2016, 13:43:35

Nice board! My Topre family and I welcome you to GH.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Hk3HQng.png)



dat topre family doe.  (http://www.copypastatroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/soonerlater.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 04 January 2016, 13:48:43
Hard to get the lighting right indoors.

Did you make that copper underlay fohat?  It looks great!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Mon, 04 January 2016, 16:11:00

Nice board! My Topre family and I welcome you to GH.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Hk3HQng.png)



dat topre family doe. 
Show Image
(http://www.copypastatroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/soonerlater.png)

They're amazing keyboards. I might add another member in the future in the form of a Topre Type Heaven.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 04 January 2016, 16:16:29
Did some data entry and tax calculations on the V2 today, people rushing to get their last payments sent off to the IRS means lots of numpad action!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 04 January 2016, 18:49:22
Did some data entry and tax calculations on the V2 today, people rushing to get their last payments sent off to the IRS means lots of numpad action!
Fast numpads rock.  :thumb:  I'm going to be using mine a lot too in the next few weeks for sure.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Mon, 04 January 2016, 21:10:16
HHKB Pro 2 (Black w/ White Caps)
55g Domes
Lubed
Hypersphere Rings

One of my favorites.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Mon, 04 January 2016, 21:15:53

Nice board! My Topre family and I welcome you to GH.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Hk3HQng.png)



dat topre family doe. 
Show Image
(http://www.copypastatroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/soonerlater.png)


Ah, some memories of my Topre hauls straight from Japan

(http://i.imgur.com/T5qP1H0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hAzDzhx.jpg)

because, Topre is god God.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 04 January 2016, 21:16:39
That's just a little insane!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 04 January 2016, 21:42:03
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Tue, 05 January 2016, 01:10:58

Nice board! My Topre family and I welcome you to GH.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Hk3HQng.png)



dat topre family doe. 
Show Image
(http://www.copypastatroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/soonerlater.png)


Ah, some memories of my Topre hauls straight from Japan

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/T5qP1H0.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hAzDzhx.jpg)


because, Topre is god God.
All this Topre... Awesome collection!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Tue, 05 January 2016, 06:21:55
just switched from a Pure Pro (reds) to a HHKB.
honestly, it's hard to enjoy cherries for me nowadays.
however, the pure pro is an underrated keyboard, imo :D #1 gripe for me is the cherry stabilizers on shift and enter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 05 January 2016, 07:48:48
Did you make that copper underlay fohat?  It looks great!

I have become enthralled with Rustoleum's new line of "hammered metal" paints. Black has been around for a long time, but now there are at least a dozen colors which are beautiful. That F-122 has a "Rosemary" case top and "Hammered Copper" plate. I did my F-107 in "Oil Rubbed Bronze" and it is stunning, too.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DaveW on Tue, 05 January 2016, 09:43:55
HHKB. It's soooo nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 05 January 2016, 10:21:03
Did you make that copper underlay fohat?  It looks great!

I have become enthralled with Rustoleum's new line of "hammered metal" paints. Black has been around for a long time, but now there are at least a dozen colors which are beautiful. That F-122 has a "Rosemary" case top and "Hammered Copper" plate. I did my F-107 in "Oil Rubbed Bronze" and it is stunning, too.

It really looks good!  The "soft iron" has a nice "industrial" look too.

(http://i.imgur.com/eJP7nP4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 05 January 2016, 11:01:51
Did you make that copper underlay fohat?  It looks great!

I have become enthralled with Rustoleum's new line of "hammered metal" paints. Black has been around for a long time, but now there are at least a dozen colors which are beautiful. That F-122 has a "Rosemary" case top and "Hammered Copper" plate. I did my F-107 in "Oil Rubbed Bronze" and it is stunning, too.

It really looks good!  The "soft iron" has a nice "industrial" look too.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eJP7nP4.jpg)


Wow, that looks cool!  Is that actually painted on or is it done like a plasti-dip?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 05 January 2016, 11:11:01
Did you make that copper underlay fohat?  It looks great!

I have become enthralled with Rustoleum's new line of "hammered metal" paints. Black has been around for a long time, but now there are at least a dozen colors which are beautiful. That F-122 has a "Rosemary" case top and "Hammered Copper" plate. I did my F-107 in "Oil Rubbed Bronze" and it is stunning, too.

It really looks good!  The "soft iron" has a nice "industrial" look too.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eJP7nP4.jpg)


Wow, that looks cool!  Is that actually painted on or is it done like a plasti-dip?

That was actually painted on.  It was great until I put the wrong varnish on it, and it ate the paint.  Live and learn.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whmeltonjr on Tue, 05 January 2016, 11:15:40
Right now at work? A 2013 Razer BlackWidow with Cherry MX Blues. I need to start rotating some of my boards from home up here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Wed, 06 January 2016, 11:18:51
It really looks good!  The "soft iron" has a nice "industrial" look too.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eJP7nP4.jpg)

Wow!  That it does!  Very nice!

Ah, some memories of my Topre hauls straight from Japan

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/T5qP1H0.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hAzDzhx.jpg)


because, Topre is god God.


I'm thinking of getting that same dark Realforce if my hands end up liking Topre.  Not sure though as I'm not a fan of even good rubber domes compared to a buckling spring.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 06 January 2016, 11:30:08
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Wed, 06 January 2016, 11:57:23
iPhone

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Wed, 06 January 2016, 11:59:11
iPhone

:(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MeltingTeeth on Wed, 06 January 2016, 12:06:39
iPhone
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bastones on Wed, 06 January 2016, 14:39:25
Using a new Matias Mini Quiet Pro keyboard, and I am loving the key action. It has a slight softness to the keys as you bottom out, which I prefer - instead of the "plastic-on-plastic" feel you get from the Matias Mini Tactile Pro. I didn't expect much from the keyboard, but I am quite impressed - and it's as quiet as many rubber-dome keyboards (!)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Wed, 06 January 2016, 14:47:33
(http://www.everymac.com/images/other_images/apple-aluminum-keyboard.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 06 January 2016, 14:54:01
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Wed, 06 January 2016, 15:08:28
The grind is real.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meow a cat on Wed, 06 January 2016, 15:16:01
Typing on my KMAC. A nice way to relax after a day of taking notes with my HHKB.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ictoys on Wed, 06 January 2016, 16:35:55
a new comer here - typing on my majestouch ninja TKL ~ LOVE the build and size of this beauty! bought a cheaper KEYCOOL keyboard for my office, but regret getting the full size (though I need the numpad for work). Now thinking of getting HHKB because 60% is just beautiful. Plus I would love a Topre in my collection.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Wed, 06 January 2016, 19:55:50
Another city, another M, another day
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Wed, 06 January 2016, 20:43:13
Another city, another M, another day

I think I remember you posting about the fact that you got all of your M's for dirt cheap. Was that the case with the SSK that I see in your signature?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 06 January 2016, 20:53:26
HHKB Pro 2 (Black w/ White Caps)
55g Domes
Lubed
Hypersphere Rings

One of my favorites.
What lube did ya use?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 06 January 2016, 21:04:03
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hasu on Wed, 06 January 2016, 22:15:16
M0110A with Mitsumi switches, not so bad... still prefer SKCC.
(http://i.imgur.com/HFpQf3zh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Wed, 06 January 2016, 22:17:56
M0110A with Mitsumi switches, not so bad... still prefer SKCC.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HFpQf3zh.jpg)


I love the shape of that enter key.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Thu, 07 January 2016, 04:43:36
Another city, another M, another day
I think I remember you posting about the fact that you got all of your M's for dirt cheap. Was that the case with the SSK that I see in your signature?
That was many many years ago (50 cents each), and I never thought I'd ever see a deal like that again until the SSK--that was a gift from God at $20 in box brand new.  Now that I think about it, I don't think I've even plugged it in to try it!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Thu, 07 January 2016, 08:27:46
Another city, another M, another day
I think I remember you posting about the fact that you got all of your M's for dirt cheap. Was that the case with the SSK that I see in your signature?
That was many many years ago (50 cents each), and I never thought I'd ever see a deal like that again until the SSK--that was a gift from God at $20 in box brand new.  Now that I think about it, I don't think I've even plugged it in to try it!

You haven't even tried out your NIB SSK?  This saddens me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 07 January 2016, 09:03:26
You haven't even tried out your NIB SSK?  This saddens me.

I got one of the NIB SSKs from Cindy at the end of 2014 and I sat on it for a couple of months wondering whether I should wait until the next price spike and sell it for a big profit. Eventually I opened it and found 29 broken rivets, including 17 at the left end alone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tronbeaver on Thu, 07 January 2016, 09:24:22
You haven't even tried out your NIB SSK?  This saddens me.

I got one of the NIB SSKs from Cindy at the end of 2014 and I sat on it for a couple of months wondering whether I should wait until the next price spike and sell it for a big profit. Eventually I opened it and found 29 broken rivets, including 17 at the left end alone.

You can do a nut/bolt mod to fix that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Thu, 07 January 2016, 09:59:22
M0110A with Mitsumi switches, not so bad... still prefer SKCC.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HFpQf3zh.jpg)


wow, what a cool board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 07 January 2016, 13:55:46
Gave Race II to a co worker because it looked out of place at home with the rest of the customs... I'm glad it's not collecting dust anymore. So that's what he's using :P

I using LSV2 !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SamirD on Thu, 07 January 2016, 16:44:23
You haven't even tried out your NIB SSK?  This saddens me.
Yeah I realize this saddened me too, so I'm going to connect it to one of the laptops that never go anywhere as its 'mini-M'.  :thumb:
I got one of the NIB SSKs from Cindy at the end of 2014 and I sat on it for a couple of months wondering whether I should wait until the next price spike and sell it for a big profit. Eventually I opened it and found 29 broken rivets, including 17 at the left end alone.
Oh, that's the first thing I checked and there were two little black discs that fell out, but nothing major.  The key feel was on par too with the other Ms I have.  It just slipped my mind to actually connect to a computer and try it--I think I was still in shock with what was in my hands.  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Thu, 07 January 2016, 17:10:36
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Thu, 07 January 2016, 17:31:28
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
If you're still getting used to the switches, give it another week or two, most people find 55g too heavy in the beginning but develop a sort of tolerance for them after some use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Thu, 07 January 2016, 17:51:52
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
If you're still getting used to the switches, give it another week or two, most people find 55g too heavy in the beginning but develop a sort of tolerance for them after some use.

yep, definitely giving it some time. I was sort of hoping the lube would reduce friction enough to reduce keypress force but it feels the same. It's pretty damned silent though so the combination is pretty good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jeftha on Thu, 07 January 2016, 17:58:52
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
If you're still getting used to the switches, give it another week or two, most people find 55g too heavy in the beginning but develop a sort of tolerance for them after some use.

yep, definitely giving it some time. I was sort of hoping the lube would reduce friction enough to reduce keypress force but it feels the same. It's pretty damned silent though so the combination is pretty good.

How notable would you say the difference in keytravel is with those rings? I read that it's minimal, but I silenced my HHKB with very thin dental bands, which get even thinner as they are stretched to fit around the slider, but I can notice the difference in keytravel enough that I'm going to try and make my own rings of even thinner fabric.

Also, I'm not feeling any fatigue using my RF87U 55g as of yet and I'm pretty light handed. I've had it for a week now and I'm loving it. Best feeling keyboard I've ever typed on. I even managed to somehow score a PR on 10fastfingers with it the other day.

Maybe you're just not used to the force needed to actuate a key and you're pressing every key too hard, using more energy than is required?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Thu, 07 January 2016, 18:21:32

How notable would you say the difference in keytravel is with those rings? I read that it's minimal, but I silenced my HHKB with very thin dental bands, which get even thinner as they are stretched to fit around the slider, but I can notice the difference in keytravel enough that I'm going to try and make my own rings of even thinner fabric.

Also, I'm not feeling any fatigue using my RF87U 55g as of yet and I'm pretty light handed. I've had it for a week now and I'm loving it. Best feeling keyboard I've ever typed on. I even managed to somehow score a PR on 10fastfingers with it the other day.

Maybe you're just not used to the force needed to actuate a key and you're pressing every key too hard, using more energy than is required?


Hrmm...I'm pretty sure most dental bands are relatively thick and will certainly affect the key travel. Since most of the force required in actuating topre switch is at the very beginning (top) of the key, the actuation force with band is less, since the spring is probably depressed by default. I would say that Hypersphere's rings have a minimal effect on key travel but just how much I can't quantify. The keypresses feel similar to un-modded ones.

True, I think there is a learning curve here. The last time I used a switch heavier than 45g regularly was maybe 6 months ago on a MX blue board. Since then, I've mostly used HHKB everywhere, especially at work. I will give it some time but even so, I have suffered episodes of constant wrist and arm pain before on my left arm so I don't want to galvanize anything.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 07 January 2016, 23:19:54
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

man up. actually nah, sell it. you don't deserve it by lubing it and putting retarded rings on it. 55g is godly stock. you ruined it.

also im using a type s.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Thu, 07 January 2016, 23:24:17
In accordance with demik's gospel, still using a HHKB now. It's been 16 days straight. Kinda miss my buttery smooth MX...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Thu, 07 January 2016, 23:24:30
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

man up. actually nah, sell it. you don't deserve it by lubing it and putting retarded rings on it. 55g is godly stock. you ruined it.

also im using a type s.

GH by-law violation penal code 3249880.983abc

Thou shall not add rings or lube or attempt to silence the perfect 55g cupped rubber.

GH by-law violation penal code 298034.983bca

Thou shall not lube Alps switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ictoys on Fri, 08 January 2016, 02:24:30
ok, so maybe HHKB is a little out of my budget atm, is there an alternative 60% keyboard with topre switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Fri, 08 January 2016, 02:28:46
ok, so maybe HHKB is a little out of my budget atm, is there an alternative 60% keyboard with topre switches?
fc660c but hhkb is better in my opinion  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Fri, 08 January 2016, 03:13:49
ok, so maybe HHKB is a little out of my budget atm, is there an alternative 60% keyboard with topre switches?

bocahgundul is correct in saying the FC660C is an alternative to the HHKB, but it's pretty much the same price new, so your best bet is to test your luck in the classifieds for either board if you're trying to stay in a particular price range. The FC usually goes for much less secondhand.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 08 January 2016, 03:38:26
dat hhkb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Fri, 08 January 2016, 04:04:47
ok, so maybe HHKB is a little out of my budget atm, is there an alternative 60% keyboard with topre switches?

bocahgundul is correct in saying the FC660C is an alternative to the HHKB, but it's pretty much the same price new, so your best bet is to test your luck in the classifieds for either board if you're trying to stay in a particular price range. The FC usually goes for much less secondhand.
yep but I suggest you try it first for me the fc660c feels smoother and less tactile whether the hhkb feels more tactile and slightly not so smooth
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Fri, 08 January 2016, 06:25:39
silenced Realforce 55g.  I modded it with Hypersphere's rings and then lube but I"m seriously afraid I might have to sell it due to the actuation force required. Fatigue starts setting in early...


 :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

man up. actually nah, sell it. you don't deserve it by lubing it and putting retarded rings on it. 55g is godly stock. you ruined it.

also im using a type s.

ahah You may be right. But I had to silence it because I'm using it at work.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ictoys on Fri, 08 January 2016, 07:34:10
ok, so maybe HHKB is a little out of my budget atm, is there an alternative 60% keyboard with topre switches?

bocahgundul is correct in saying the FC660C is an alternative to the HHKB, but it's pretty much the same price new, so your best bet is to test your luck in the classifieds for either board if you're trying to stay in a particular price range. The FC usually goes for much less secondhand.
yeah I've read about fc660c, checked amazon and the two had similar price, might as well go with HHKB :/ exchange rate is killing it though. @bocahgundul you know where to get HHKB in indo? (I assume you are in indo)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Fri, 08 January 2016, 08:07:42
KBT Pure Pro with reds!
too bad these cherry stabilizers on return and shift are totally crap. and 1U backspace, sigh.
and i still wanna mod these reds with lube, different springs, and dampen the upstroke. but yeah, no soldering gear.

fun keyboard though, great build quality!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gain on Fri, 08 January 2016, 08:48:58
getting comfy with the HHKB JP Pro Type-S and a Realforce 23U

Part of me wants to swap out the HHKB with something more 65% to TKL size but the sound and feel of the type-s is giving me a bad case of attachment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 08 January 2016, 08:55:56
Duck Eagle w/ Clears, sooooo smooth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Fri, 08 January 2016, 09:17:47
Duck Eagle w/ Clears, sooooo smooth.

did you already get the eagle? nice!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 08 January 2016, 09:33:49
Duck Eagle w/ Clears, sooooo smooth.

did you already get the eagle? nice!

It came last night but my mini USB cable was at work.  I'll try and throw some pictures up later.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1deeg on Fri, 08 January 2016, 09:45:38
RC-930
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 08 January 2016, 15:52:04
Duck Eagle w/ Clears, sooooo smooth.

did you already get the eagle? nice!

It came last night but my mini USB cable was at work.  I'll try and throw some pictures up later.

k, these are the same ones I posted in the Giveaway thread and will have to do until I can try to get some better pics.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Fri, 08 January 2016, 15:57:58
GH60INO (In Name Only) Aka Satan GH60, Red IMSTO Plate, Grey MKC Case, Gateron Brown Switches, Lube, Originative 67g Springs, Vortex Thick PBT Double-shot Back-lit caps (hate the font, love the caps)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1574/23719312520_d30057602a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/C8ZFf9)

currently building I:C Infinity ErgoDox with same switch mod, likely to use that as my primary for awhile

i own a lot of ****ing keyboards. ****
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Fri, 08 January 2016, 16:29:27
MX Clears. Waiting on some 55g springs   :)

sry por bad pic

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 08 January 2016, 16:45:05
Spent a week on the Jane, back to the Orion v2 now. Every time I come back to the Orion I just fall in love with the Zealios, tactility all the way. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Fri, 08 January 2016, 16:54:19
Novatouch, silenced, Cherry POM, Alu case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Fri, 08 January 2016, 20:56:00
Been testing out a Keytrak with Blue Alps.

It's weird not having the navigation cluster but instead the numpad. I've been using the numpad with NumLock off to navigate, which actually works alright once you get used to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrboovn on Sat, 09 January 2016, 00:52:08
Duck Eagle w/ Clears, sooooo smooth.

did you already get the eagle? nice!

It came last night but my mini USB cable was at work.  I'll try and throw some pictures up later.

k, these are the same ones I posted in the Giveaway thread and will have to do until I can try to get some better pics.
Are those keycaps enjoyPBT?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 09 January 2016, 01:12:49
ok, so maybe HHKB is a little out of my budget atm, is there an alternative 60% keyboard with topre switches?

bocahgundul is correct in saying the FC660C is an alternative to the HHKB, but it's pretty much the same price new, so your best bet is to test your luck in the classifieds for either board if you're trying to stay in a particular price range. The FC usually goes for much less secondhand.
yeah I've read about fc660c, checked amazon and the two had similar price, might as well go with HHKB :/ exchange rate is killing it though. @bocahgundul you know where to get HHKB in indo? (I assume you are in indo)
Wow you're from Indo too eh? I might want to sell my heavy modded hhkb tho for indonesian I will sell with a discounted price hehe
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 09 January 2016, 01:13:37
Duck Eagle w/ Clears, sooooo smooth.

did you already get the eagle? nice!
Thats a BSP caps IIRC from demik giveaway

It came last night but my mini USB cable was at work.  I'll try and throw some pictures up later.

k, these are the same ones I posted in the Giveaway thread and will have to do until I can try to get some better pics.
Are those keycaps enjoyPBT?
That is BSP keycaps IIRC from demik giveaway
edit : sorry for 2 post  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wockytocky on Mon, 11 January 2016, 19:30:38
Infinity with mx browns :D I've gone through nearly every type of switch and form factor I can think of and I can confidently say this is my endgame
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: axtran on Mon, 11 January 2016, 20:00:41
Been testing out a Keytrak with Blue Alps.

It's weird not having the navigation cluster but instead the numpad. I've been using the numpad with NumLock off to navigate, which actually works alright once you get used to it.

You're the one who bought that one that was on eBay? Nice! Is it really almost-new like it seemed?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 11 January 2016, 20:19:33
I'm using this thing for a few days.  Having a little fun with a little change.

(http://i.imgur.com/6si1Lzj.jpg?1)

I like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 12 January 2016, 05:52:54
(http://i.imgur.com/X7MsZDD.jpg)

Crappy image, but this is what I'm using. It's my daily now; it even dethroned my Octagon as king. It's crazy how much I love this keyboard! ^-^

(http://i.imgur.com/JxBHauE.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/DMeE9Qv.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frogthejam19 on Tue, 12 January 2016, 06:37:13
Pok3r Mx Blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 12 January 2016, 10:19:12
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X7MsZDD.jpg)


Crappy image, but this is what I'm using. It's my daily now; it even dethroned my Octagon as king. It's crazy how much I love this keyboard! ^-^

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JxBHauE.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DMeE9Qv.jpg)


What numpad is that?  Oh, and the board is pretty sexy as well, what switches do you have in it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Tue, 12 January 2016, 11:21:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X7MsZDD.jpg)


Crappy image, but this is what I'm using. It's my daily now; it even dethroned my Octagon as king. It's crazy how much I love this keyboard! ^-^

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JxBHauE.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DMeE9Qv.jpg)


What numpad is that?  Oh, and the board is pretty sexy as well, what switches do you have in it?

It's a  Lightpad made by Duck.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 13 January 2016, 11:11:38
(http://i.imgur.com/5S2d6PV.jpg)

Using my newly restored Leading Edge DC-3014 (blue Alps) w/ Dell AT101 PBT caps (since as much as I love my AT101, I don't really care to use it, so I put the LE caps on the AT101 after I retrobrighted them)

This is how the LE looked before I retrobrighted it:

(http://i.imgur.com/9GhHZpI.jpg)

I also swapped the logo and cable from my DC-2014 onto this one, the DC-3014, because the logo was fading after I retrobrighted the case and the cable was just too warped.

They say tight coils can be made if you first wrap in one direction and then do so in the opposite direction, but I didn't want to bother. Anyone know the secret to really tight coils? I used heat n the DC-3014 coils, but they still weren't all that tight.

The AT101 has to have the sexiest cable I have ever seen by the way, haha:

(http://i.imgur.com/FXYsQbw.jpg)

Mega long coils, mmph. Such good condition too!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X7MsZDD.jpg)


Crappy image, but this is what I'm using. It's my daily now; it even dethroned my Octagon as king. It's crazy how much I love this keyboard! ^-^

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JxBHauE.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DMeE9Qv.jpg)


What numpad is that?  Oh, and the board is pretty sexy as well, what switches do you have in it?

Yep, as Steezus said, it's a Duck Lightpad, which can take both MX and Alps (getting a custom plate made for it soon so I can convert it to hotswap Alps like I have done in my Hammer; it should be much easier to do, too!). 
 
The main board is my "Hammer Alps" keyboard, the backlit hotswappable Duck Eagle w/ green Alps that I built! It uses some mint green Alps switches that are just dreamy to type on. I want to say I like it even more than blue Alps.

With the carbon fiber plate, sorbothane dampening, and heavy case, it's just <3.

I could, of course, always switch swap into blues or something else, but I think I'm going to keep this one as is. My OTHER Duck Eagle PCB that has the same treatment will probably use blue Alps w/ brown linear Alps for mods (both switches actuate at 65g).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: apolotary on Wed, 13 January 2016, 11:43:16
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5S2d6PV.jpg)


Using my newly restored Leading Edge DC-3014 (blue Alps) w/ Dell AT101 PBT caps (since as much as I love my AT101, I don't really care to use it, so I put the LE caps on the AT101 after I retrobrighted them)

This is how the LE looked before I retrobrighted it:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9GhHZpI.jpg)


I also swapped the logo and cable from my DC-2014 onto this one, the DC-3014, because the logo was fading after I retrobrighted the case and the cable was just too warped.

They say tight coils can be made if you first wrap in one direction and then do so in the opposite direction, but I didn't want to bother. Anyone know the secret to really tight coils? I used heat n the DC-3014 coils, but they still weren't all that tight.

The AT101 has to have the sexiest cable I have ever seen by the way, haha:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/FXYsQbw.jpg)


Mega long coils, mmph. Such good condition too!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X7MsZDD.jpg)


Crappy image, but this is what I'm using. It's my daily now; it even dethroned my Octagon as king. It's crazy how much I love this keyboard! ^-^

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JxBHauE.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DMeE9Qv.jpg)


What numpad is that?  Oh, and the board is pretty sexy as well, what switches do you have in it?

Yep, as Steezus said, it's a Duck Lightpad, which can take both MX and Alps (getting a custom plate made for it soon so I can convert it to hotswap Alps like I have done in my Hammer; it should be much easier to do, too!). 
 
The main board is my "Hammer Alps" keyboard, the backlit hotswappable Duck Eagle w/ green Alps that I built! It uses some mint green Alps switches that are just dreamy to type on. I want to say I like it even more than blue Alps.

With the carbon fiber plate, sorbothane dampening, and heavy case, it's just <3.

I could, of course, always switch swap into blues or something else, but I think I'm going to keep this one as is. My OTHER Duck Eagle PCB that has the same treatment will probably use blue Alps w/ brown linear Alps for mods (both switches actuate at 65g).

Wow that retrobrighted really well! What mix did you use? I never had much luck in restoring the boards to full-white color, it was mostly very bright beige at best.


I've got a bunch of custom-ish Topre boards sitting around my place, yet for some reason I took the hotswappable board with me for winter holiday travels. Never again. But at least I managed to swap in Zealios and try Jukebox caps which is nice.

(http://i.imgur.com/A9CCww4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Wed, 13 January 2016, 18:10:44
Keycool 87 with Kailh Reds and PBT Keycaps.

Linear switches are not as nice to type on, I miss my MX Blues. I'm buying a vintage ALPS keyboard off of Ebay soon, but I'm not sure if its worth paying $25 more for legitimate alps or buying a cheaper board in better condition that uses some type of clone (Simplified Alps Type III, alps.tw Type OA2, or alps.tw Type T1,

My old keyboard before this was an old Razer Blackwidow which had real MX Blues. I have completely disassembled it and plan to throw it out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: patachu on Wed, 13 January 2016, 19:14:30
Finally received my HP C1405A, ordered from... the author of a technical book regarding tablets, mobile phones, wireless data and internet stuff, except he wrote it in 1992, and certainly on this keyboard, so it kind of gives me the feels typing on it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Wed, 13 January 2016, 21:25:28
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 13 January 2016, 21:31:15
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Wed, 13 January 2016, 21:39:47
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 13 January 2016, 21:49:47
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Nice gif
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Thu, 14 January 2016, 03:25:56
TKL WASD v2 with Cherry MX Greens, o-rings and the Originative Carbon Black keyset. Picked it up at WASD when I was in San Francisco last year. Seriously in love with the feel of greens + o-rings. I love the heavier keys, but I am a heavy typer.

Before that I had a Ducky Shine 3 with blues but I felt like I made a lot of typos on that board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Thu, 14 January 2016, 06:22:34
Keycool 87 with Kailh Reds and PBT Keycaps.

Linear switches are not as nice to type on, I miss my MX Blues.
Funny. I used an Ozone Strike Pro w/ MX Blue last night, any my speed dropped significantly (~15 %), because I made so many typos, usually caused by not overcoming the sticky bump.

It's great that I'm back at my good old Noppoo Choc Mini w/ MX Red now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:27:54
Compact SQ-1800 Aluminum Skin, Steel Plate
JTK BoW (Stormtrooper)
Gateron Blacks (In switch sip sockets)
More
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1700/24318285606_ddbd339524_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/D3Vz5j)DSC_0221 (https://flic.kr/p/D3Vz5j) by Kiran Rochon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/136146178@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:34:48
Compact SQ-1800 Aluminum Skin, Steel Plate
JTK BoW (Stormtrooper)
Gateron Blacks (In switch sip sockets)
More
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1700/24318285606_ddbd339524_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/D3Vz5j)
DSC_0221 (https://flic.kr/p/D3Vz5j) by Kiran Rochon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/136146178@N05/), on Flickr

(http://i.giphy.com/REiJphYIQy13i.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suicidal_orange on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:46:21
Plate mount GH60 with lubed linear MX red/black stems, 100g springs on most alphas and black springs on the numbers/pinkies.  Layout is ISOised HHKB (backspace below enter :thumb:)

(http://i.imgur.com/9e0aAux.jpg)

Shame about the random caps really :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: axtran on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:56:45
SPRiT Simply 60 with 6U Layout, more details in the Imgur link:

http://imgur.com/a/Weodx
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:00:06
I'm travelling again so that means I'm stuck with my 55g HHKB again, now with RF silent purple sliders.

Loving every minute of it. It feels more tactile now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:04:02
Since we're sharing boards... :p

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1622/23992045861_338c0e1929_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8)
Orion v2 w/OTD Red Alert (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8) by Steve N (https://www.flickr.com/photos/137225850@N04/), on Flickr

Back to typing on the Orion v2, I need to get a good shot of it with the LEDs turned on. Acrylic plate and 65g Zealios result in a heavenly, tactile typing experience. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:24:30
Since we're sharing boards... :p

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1622/23992045861_338c0e1929_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8)
Orion v2 w/OTD Red Alert (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8) by Steve N (https://www.flickr.com/photos/137225850@N04/), on Flickr

Back to typing on the Orion v2, I need to get a good shot of it with the LEDs turned on. Acrylic plate and 65g Zealios result in a heavenly, tactile typing experience. ;)

Loving that red stripe, Steez
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 05:08:44
TKL WASD v2 with Cherry MX Greens, o-rings and the Originative Carbon Black keyset.

Tried to take artsy shot of said board.

(http://i.imgur.com/Ng2ajRc.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phosphoric on Fri, 15 January 2016, 17:55:21
Since we're sharing boards... :p

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1622/23992045861_338c0e1929_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8)
Orion v2 w/OTD Red Alert (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8) by Steve N (https://www.flickr.com/photos/137225850@N04/), on Flickr

Back to typing on the Orion v2, I need to get a good shot of it with the LEDs turned on. Acrylic plate and 65g Zealios result in a heavenly, tactile typing experience. ;)

holy moly, those keycaps... definitely want.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 18:12:31
Since we're sharing boards... :p

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1622/23992045861_338c0e1929_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8)
Orion v2 w/OTD Red Alert (https://flic.kr/p/Cy6vn8) by Steve N (https://www.flickr.com/photos/137225850@N04/), on Flickr

Back to typing on the Orion v2, I need to get a good shot of it with the LEDs turned on. Acrylic plate and 65g Zealios result in a heavenly, tactile typing experience. ;)

Loving that red stripe, Steez

Thank you very much E3E, that's what I really like about the OTD set, I like the darker mods on the GMK set though. :thumb:

holy moly, those keycaps... definitely want.

Heh thanks phosphoric, they took awhile to get and cost a pretty penny but worth it in my opinion. ;)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 18:33:52
Dunno if I've posted this one yet:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/6jynegw7jr1006h/IMG_20160115_192911.jpg)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/st396swcf2vuuia/IMG_20160115_192941.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Fri, 15 January 2016, 18:51:50
TKL WASD v2 with Cherry MX Greens, o-rings and the Originative Carbon Black keyset.

Tried to take artsy shot of said board.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ng2ajRc.jpg)


How is that keyset? Definitely looks ****ing awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 15 January 2016, 19:43:48
ErgoDox Infinity atm. The learning curve is strong with this one  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 19:45:04
ErgoDox Infinity atm. The learning curve is strong with this one  :))

I've always wanted to give an ErgoDox a shot, too afraid to spend all the money and not like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 19:50:50
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 19:52:46
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)

Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 19:56:46
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Yeah, I'm torn whether or not I should keep it silver. It's really starting to grow on me and the RS78 I've got in the mail is red, so I don't really want a pink board on top of that anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:01:43
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Yeah, I'm torn whether or not I should keep it silver. It's really starting to grow on me and the RS78 I've got in the mail is red, so I don't really want a pink board on top of that anymore.

I like to have some variety with my board's cases. I'm dealing with a first world problem right now where my LSv2, Orion v2, and Jane CE will all be black. :p

Really wish I got a full red or silver board, pink is pretty dope but I feel if I got a pink board I would only break it out maybe once a month or so.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:02:30
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Dude, me too. That Mira put a hold on my funds :( I obviously made a poor decision, because that thread seems to be barely alive, and the Jane has has 2 runs by now. Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:02:30
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Yeah, I'm torn whether or not I should keep it silver. It's really starting to grow on me and the RS78 I've got in the mail is red, so I don't really want a pink board on top of that anymore.

I like to have some variety with my board's cases. I'm dealing with a first world problem right now where my LSv2, Orion v2, and Jane CE will all be black. :p

Really wish I got a full red or silver board, pink is pretty dope but I feel if I got a pink board I would only break it out maybe once a month or so.

Pink is such an underrated color man. I would love to have a pink board or a pink set. That's why I was searching for Valentine for so long
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:04:07
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Dude, me too. That Mira put a hold on my funds :( I obviously made a poor decision, because that thread seems to be barely alive, and the Jane has has 2 runs by now. Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

I was just a tiny bit peaved when I saw the TGR CE thread go up like a week after I bought mine :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:04:16
macbook air keyboard. command key is so stupidity placed. **** you apple.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:07:20
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Dude, me too. That Mira put a hold on my funds :( I obviously made a poor decision, because that thread seems to be barely alive, and the Jane has has 2 runs by now. Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

I was just a tiny bit peaved when I saw the TGR CE thread go up like a week after I bought mine :))

At least you got something to show for it  :-X I need to continue this over in the "what is ****ing you off" thread
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:08:54
More
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Yeah, I'm torn whether or not I should keep it silver. It's really starting to grow on me and the RS78 I've got in the mail is red, so I don't really want a pink board on top of that anymore.

I like to have some variety with my board's cases. I'm dealing with a first world problem right now where my LSv2, Orion v2, and Jane CE will all be black. :p

Really wish I got a full red or silver board, pink is pretty dope but I feel if I got a pink board I would only break it out maybe once a month or so.


Pink is such an underrated color man. I would love to have a pink board or a pink set. That's why I was searching for Valentine for so long

I love Bunny's Pink 456gt with the Miami Twice set on, now that board looks gorgeous af. Now that's a board that I could rock. :p

TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Dude, me too. That Mira put a hold on my funds :( I obviously made a poor decision, because that thread seems to be barely alive, and the Jane has has 2 runs by now. Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

Yeah it's a shame about the Mira, I got in on it as well. I was surprised at how fast r2 Jane GB started, I didn't really want to spend the money but I couldn't resist, the new design updates are a huge bonus compared to r1.

You gotta be on the hunt for one now, if I see one come up I know who to contact. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:09:26
macbook air keyboard. command key is so stupidity placed. **** you apple.

What happened to the HHKB love? I thought you brought it everywhere?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:09:49
More
TGR Jane with 65g clears and EnjoyPBT BoW cyrillic.

Show Image
(http://i.giphy.com/XreQmk7ETCak0.gif)


Really wish I got my hands on a titanium grey jane.

Yeah, I'm torn whether or not I should keep it silver. It's really starting to grow on me and the RS78 I've got in the mail is red, so I don't really want a pink board on top of that anymore.

I like to have some variety with my board's cases. I'm dealing with a first world problem right now where my LSv2, Orion v2, and Jane CE will all be black. :p

Really wish I got a full red or silver board, pink is pretty dope but I feel if I got a pink board I would only break it out maybe once a month or so.


Pink is such an underrated color man. I would love to have a pink board or a pink set. That's why I was searching for Valentine for so long

I love Bunny's Pink 456gt with the Miami Twice set on, now that board looks gorgeous af. Now that's a board that I could rock. :p

Yeah, the 456GTs had the nicest shade of pink
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:10:08
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:16:44
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:18:22
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

Well that's certainly, optimistic...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:20:14
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

Well that's certainly, optimistic...

It's better to be positive, thinking negatively all the time will put you in a bad mood. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:20:31
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:23:44
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

Yeah I agree there, luckily it was only $40 so if the project fails it won't hurt the bank nearly as much. I offered my services for a few local shops where I know a few owners relatively well, but right after that is when ninjadoc had to take a leave of absence for his health. I just hope he's doing alright, his last post states that he believes he can get the project done once his health is back. I'm just wondering where DrHubble is at. :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:25:12
I'm just wondering where DrHubble is at. :confused:

yeah, this. Ninjadoc has been really good at updates for the most part, even though he is just the sidekick.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:26:10
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

i mean you all got cool sweatshirts and letters right? **** aint free!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:28:10
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.


At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

i mean you all got cool sweatshirts and letters right? **** aint free!

psh, my letter and stickers never showed up  :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:31:40
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.


At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

i mean you all got cool sweatshirts and letters right? **** aint free!

psh, my letter and stickers never showed up  :confused:

I believe they halted the letters since the numbers got screwed up, I never got one since I bought the spot off another member.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 15 January 2016, 20:32:23
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.


At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

i mean you all got cool sweatshirts and letters right? **** aint free!

psh, my letter and stickers never showed up  :confused:

well...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 16 January 2016, 00:06:40
i mean you all got cool sweatshirts and letters right? **** aint free!

(http://i.giphy.com/SxkYad09qgVzy.gif)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Sat, 16 January 2016, 14:11:25
TKL WASD v2 with Cherry MX Greens, o-rings and the Originative Carbon Black keyset.

Tried to take artsy shot of said board.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ng2ajRc.jpg)


How is that keyset? Definitely looks ****ing awesome.

I'm very new to keyboards and it was my first keyset I bought. It's definitely an improvement over the WASD default keycaps. I really like how in low light, they're almost blanks. They're quite stealthy :p

I wish however I had some optional sets, I'm lacking some keys. The WASD comes with an F13, 14 and 15 key. I put the prt screen and scroll lock on there because those didn't come with the set. It also doesn't have an Fn key and I wish I could get OS agnostic modifiers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ninjagordy on Sat, 16 January 2016, 15:14:04
Just got a Shine 5 , upgraded from a Shine 2. both on brown MX switches :-)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 16 January 2016, 17:00:53
A Model M 1392595 terminal keyboard with a 1389011 controller and SDL cable.  LED overlay and LED's too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Sat, 16 January 2016, 18:05:41
HHKBeezy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zapheo on Sat, 16 January 2016, 18:19:53
Using my Corsair K70 with MX reds while I wait for my poker to come in. I can't wait!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Sat, 16 January 2016, 18:59:54
Pok3r MX Clears with JTK Debut ^-^ ^-^ ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Sat, 16 January 2016, 19:08:46
trying out this FC660M and liking the layout. I wanted to get the topre FC660C but it seems like the weighting is closer to 55g than 45.

Really liking the arrow cluster with embedded Pageup and down.

Decisions, decisions.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Connly33 on Sat, 16 January 2016, 19:11:12
Does anyone have any experience with the HHKB Pro JP, i heard about it first in another thread, and i like it much more than the standard pro layout just by looking at it. It'll be awhile before i get an HHKB or other topre board, but im wondering if there is any reason not to go for the JP pro other then some even less standard keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tkpresent on Sat, 16 January 2016, 20:14:44
HHKB with dental band mod & Varmilo VA68M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Solo on Sat, 16 January 2016, 21:21:00
trying out this FC660M and liking the layout. I wanted to get the topre FC660C but it seems like the weighting is closer to 55g than 45.

Really liking the arrow cluster with embedded Pageup and down.

Decisions, decisions.

I have owned both the FC660C and the HHKB. The FC660C's domes are definitely stiffer than the HHKB's. I don't even think it has anything to do with build quality of the rest of the board. They are just straight up heavier.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Sat, 16 January 2016, 21:25:44
trying out this FC660M and liking the layout. I wanted to get the topre FC660C but it seems like the weighting is closer to 55g than 45.

Really liking the arrow cluster with embedded Pageup and down.

Decisions, decisions.

I have owned both the FC660C and the HHKB. The FC660C's domes are definitely stiffer than the HHKB's. I don't even think it has anything to do with build quality of the rest of the board. They are just straight up heavier.

yea this is what I've gotten from others here. A bit dissapointing because I was definitely sold on it. I was needing it for work. I will have to get the 45 RF soon. HHKB is still king doe!  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 18 January 2016, 12:53:11
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

I thought the money was for the prototype, no?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Mon, 18 January 2016, 12:55:02
am i the only one that saw the mira going nowhere from the beginning? i mean seriously, asking for money before they had anything lined up.

I honestly still see it happening, but maybe that's just me holding on to the last bit of hope. I think it's just a matter of how long, it seems like a lot of personal issues delayed the movement especially with ninjadoc going through a few surgeries.

At this point my concern is where all the preorder money is. Hopefully its still going towards the stuff, but the longer money is held without results, the more worried i get. Asking for money early like that was a little odd anyways tbh. I do really want to see it happen though

I thought the money was for the prototype, no?

Quite possibly, I know that ninjadoc spent $2,000 for a prototype of the Mira.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Wed, 20 January 2016, 05:36:22
Currently using an RF 87u 55g purchased from Tsukumo in Tokyo a few days ago.
Wow it is quite a bit heavier than I expected it would be.
HHKB BT is on the sidelines for now.

Also, picked up some Tamiya grease and brushes to fix my rattling HHKB spacebar & re-lube all stabilizers.
First time redoing the stabilizer grease in 5 years.
It is now back in buttery smooth thock heaven.

More
(http://i.imgur.com/kybMHp7.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Wed, 20 January 2016, 05:56:10
Currently in class using a Pok3r MX Clears with JTK PoW, WoP & GMK CMYW.

(http://i.imgur.com/kUvyn6p.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Wed, 20 January 2016, 07:15:48
I'm back onto my Ducky Mini YOTH. Whites are so fun to type on... But I guess check back in a week to see if I still feel that way lol.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 20 January 2016, 15:17:20
Currently using an RF 87u 55g purchased from Tsukumo in Tokyo a few days ago.

Very nice, can't go wrong with an 87U 55g.  :thumb:

Currently in class using a Pok3r MX Clears with JTK PoW, WoP & GMK CMYW.

/me approves of this keyboard
:-*  lovely

I'm back onto my Ducky Mini YOTH. Whites are so fun to type on... But I guess check back in a week to see if I still feel that way lol.

Yeeeeeee, much better than before.  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Wed, 20 January 2016, 15:23:42
Started using a Planck. Didn't realize how much I used the number row before.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Wed, 20 January 2016, 16:28:48
Typing on some old browns, absolutely no scratchiness at all. I really like them but want to try out some vintage blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Connly33 on Mon, 25 January 2016, 02:40:01
Currently in class using a Pok3r MX Clears with JTK PoW, WoP & GMK CMYW.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kUvyn6p.jpg)


Loveing the caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 25 January 2016, 05:09:57
Using my Octagon v1 to remove myself from the tears of missing out on the Octagon v2. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 25 January 2016, 08:32:30
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Mon, 25 January 2016, 08:48:13
Currently in class using a Pok3r MX Clears with JTK PoW, WoP & GMK CMYW.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kUvyn6p.jpg)


Loveing the caps

Changed to pure GMK TA now :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 25 January 2016, 09:00:12
Using my Octagon v1 to remove myself from the tears of missing out on the Octagon v2. :P

confirmed?

I don't believe Elton has confirmed this, so I hope that Sifo is just mistaken. We shall see.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Behemothe on Tue, 26 January 2016, 09:39:59
At work with an E-Element and Outemu Black switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Tue, 26 January 2016, 10:13:22
silenced/lubed 55g Digilog Realforce...as always at work  ^-^

I switched to the Dolch GH60 at home. I missed my tactile greys...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 26 January 2016, 10:45:35
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)

Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 26 January 2016, 12:26:00
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Tue, 26 January 2016, 12:34:11
I just can't stop using these browns, they're just super smooth. I got a board coming in with vintage blacks so I'm curious to see how that'll go.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 26 January 2016, 12:44:30
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:08:05
I just can't stop using these browns, they're just super smooth. I got a board coming in with vintage blacks so I'm curious to see how that'll go.

What did you do to the Browns to get them that way, and what board are you using them with?  My old K70 had Browns and it was anything but smooth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:13:23
I just can't stop using these browns, they're just super smooth. I got a board coming in with vintage blacks so I'm curious to see how that'll go.

What did you do to the Browns to get them that way, and what board are you using them with?  My old K70 had Browns and it was anything but smooth.

I had some browns harvested from a NiB g80-11801 and put them in my TGR-Jane. I added Gateron clear tops as well and it made them the slightest bit smoother.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:26:15
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:39:37
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D

For an easier and likely cheaper time, I'd recommend trying to find Acer boards with ANSI layouts--sometimes they are PBT. I think the font is rather standard looking and not way different like the SGI Granite.

A possible up or downside is that the mods are a light grey and not a beige like the AT101's caps. Still, beats paying out the ass for an OG AT101, since even the old logo black Alps (which don't have the thick caps) models go for a ton on eBay.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:45:20
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D

For an easier and likely cheaper time, I'd recommend trying to find Acer boards with ANSI layouts--sometimes they are PBT. I think the font is rather standard looking and not way different like the SGI Granite.

A possible up or downside is that the mods are a light grey and not a beige like the AT101's caps. Still, beats paying out the ass for an OG AT101, since even the old logo black Alps (which don't have the thick caps) models go for a ton on eBay.
Yeah, if I see one of the old Acers I will consider it. I just prefer the look of the AT101 caps (dat beige) better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:54:47
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D

For an easier and likely cheaper time, I'd recommend trying to find Acer boards with ANSI layouts--sometimes they are PBT. I think the font is rather standard looking and not way different like the SGI Granite.

A possible up or downside is that the mods are a light grey and not a beige like the AT101's caps. Still, beats paying out the ass for an OG AT101, since even the old logo black Alps (which don't have the thick caps) models go for a ton on eBay.
Yeah, if I see one of the old Acers I will consider it. I just prefer the look of the AT101 caps (dat beige) better.

Word. I definitely agree with you there. It's a shame there aren't more alternatives. WHERE DID ALL THE OLD ALPS CAPS PRODUCING EQUIPMENT GO?

We have GMK and BSP for Cherry (and Gateron and JTK too), but it seems like the OG Alps stuff has been lost.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 26 January 2016, 13:58:41
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D

I have an AT101W that I lent to a friend but he bought some new keycaps for it a little while ago, I'll see if he still has them and if so what condition they are in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 26 January 2016, 14:06:19
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D

I have an AT101W that I lent to a friend but he bought some new keycaps for it a little while ago, I'll see if he still has them and if so what condition they are in.
Thanks, but I am looking for caps from a early model number AT101.
Not AT101w.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 26 January 2016, 14:10:08
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Leading Edge DC-3014 w/ Alps SKCM Blue switches and Dell AT101 PBT key caps.

My favorite vintage to use as a daily driver. NKRO and ANSI make it great for gaming, though I haven't gamed much lately!

Need dem caps....

What build or boards have you got them in mind for? :D

I'm trying to find one of those thick AT101 sets in good condition for my ALPS64 build. I'll find one eventually. Just gotta keep stalking ebay  ;D

I have an AT101W that I lent to a friend but he bought some new keycaps for it a little while ago, I'll see if he still has them and if so what condition they are in.
Thanks, but I am looking for caps from a early model number AT101.
Not AT101w.

Oh okay, just now noticed that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KH on Tue, 26 January 2016, 23:25:44
Modded Poker II with stickered clears, green leds, toxic caps. Clears are so craaazy.  :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 26 January 2016, 23:31:49
After 4 days in the hospital and being separated from my HHKB, I'm finally reunited. Oh what a feeling.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 26 January 2016, 23:45:39
poker 1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 27 January 2016, 04:07:45
Switched back to my HHKB.

I've missed it.

PS. "switched back" - that was a pune.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Diokhan on Wed, 27 January 2016, 04:17:26
Pok3r mx clears with SA Carbon.
Not liking SA profile that much.. might trade/sell it soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackhawk on Wed, 27 January 2016, 04:22:02
Compact SQ with 67g zelios.

I love this layout, probably my favourite.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Wed, 27 January 2016, 05:17:00
Viper with lubed 55g Gat blacks.  Very very comfy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prelim on Wed, 27 January 2016, 05:20:05
Btw, GH60 with lubed 65g Gat blacks here. feels like buttercream  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 27 January 2016, 05:22:05
Koala with lubed 67g Old MX-Blacks.

Man these are smooth. Feels more like 62g.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Wed, 27 January 2016, 05:57:52
is it like lubed blacks day or something
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gain on Wed, 27 January 2016, 06:47:44
Teamwolf Zhuque, the convenience of swapping out switches makes it handy to test the waters on some things.

It's also giving me the urge to find the heaviest springs possible and see what kind of monstrosity I can end up with :V

edit - it's got gaote blues in them and jesus christ the ones I got are loud
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sun, 31 January 2016, 16:55:38
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

(http://s10.postimg.org/wu76glgnt/DSC07191.jpg)

(http://s10.postimg.org/put4h8gpl/DSC07178.jpg)

(http://s10.postimg.org/nnovtbbfd/DSC07205.jpg)

(http://s10.postimg.org/7qq3wlj15/DSC07177.jpg)

I can't quite decide how I want to have them set up. I have a full blank PBT set in black, dark grey, and off-white+light grey (one set). They're all from the same batch so they match up and the PBT4 from Ivan Japanese set matches up with them very well.

This is how I have it for now but I might end up changing them. I also really liked having the KUL with blank light-grey modifiers and nav, dark grey F-keys, and black escape. I should have taken a photo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sun, 31 January 2016, 17:20:01
(http://puu.sh/mR8HK/35a8bb4671.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MEEPhouse on Sun, 31 January 2016, 17:28:16
HHKB not supporting 55g domes and Hypersphere silencing rings. Endgame internal modification completed  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jd29 on Sun, 31 January 2016, 17:34:59
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

I can't quite decide how I want to have them set up. I have a full blank PBT set in black, dark grey, and off-white+light grey (one set). They're all from the same batch so they match up and the PBT4 from Ivan Japanese set matches up with them very well.

This is how I have it for now but I might end up changing them. I also really liked having the KUL with blank light-grey modifiers and nav, dark grey F-keys, and black escape. I should have taken a photo.

I love those alphas, what are they from? They work really well with the dark gray mods.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:04:54
Lubed and stickered ergo-clear Filco TKL. Honestly I haven't even had the inkling to use any of my other 6 boards since this one was finished. Dat grail.

Filco's with clears exist? Never saw them around.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:07:53
Lubed and stickered ergo-clear Filco TKL. Honestly I haven't even had the inkling to use any of my other 6 boards since this one was finished. Dat grail.

Filco's with clears exist? Never saw them around.

They exist, but I don't know of any Filcos that came stock with clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: deductivemonkee on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:14:04
alps64 w/mtsc - Loving this board so far.



 I flipped my spacebar
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:16:55
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/wu76glgnt/DSC07191.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/put4h8gpl/DSC07178.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/nnovtbbfd/DSC07205.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/7qq3wlj15/DSC07177.jpg)


wow, pretty boards man, good stuff
strangely enough i see very few personalized boards on gh that i like, but yours are definitely dope.
only gripe for me would be the white. it's.. too white. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:44:36
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

I can't quite decide how I want to have them set up. I have a full blank PBT set in black, dark grey, and off-white+light grey (one set). They're all from the same batch so they match up and the PBT4 from Ivan Japanese set matches up with them very well.

This is how I have it for now but I might end up changing them. I also really liked having the KUL with blank light-grey modifiers and nav, dark grey F-keys, and black escape. I should have taken a photo.

I love those alphas, what are they from? They work really well with the dark gray mods.

Thanks, they're from Ivan's PBT4 group buy, the Japanese set.

Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/wu76glgnt/DSC07191.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/put4h8gpl/DSC07178.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/nnovtbbfd/DSC07205.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/7qq3wlj15/DSC07177.jpg)


wow, pretty boards man, good stuff
strangely enough i see very few personalized boards on gh that i like, but yours are definitely dope.
only gripe for me would be the white. it's.. too white. :D

Thanks! It's a little harsher in the photos (which are straight from the camera) as I was using the flash. I have a bounce-flash card so it doesn't totally wash it out but it still whitens things up.

The keys are an off-white / light beige while the KUL case is white.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:49:56
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/wu76glgnt/DSC07191.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/put4h8gpl/DSC07178.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/nnovtbbfd/DSC07205.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/7qq3wlj15/DSC07177.jpg)


I can't quite decide how I want to have them set up. I have a full blank PBT set in black, dark grey, and off-white+light grey (one set). They're all from the same batch so they match up and the PBT4 from Ivan Japanese set matches up with them very well.

This is how I have it for now but I might end up changing them. I also really liked having the KUL with blank light-grey modifiers and nav, dark grey F-keys, and black escape. I should have taken a photo.

I really like these blanks, I just love how simple they are. How hard will it be to pick up a full Japanese set do you think?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Sun, 31 January 2016, 18:54:56
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/mR8HK/35a8bb4671.jpg)


 :)) :))

using the Surface Type cover since no one bought it  :-\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sun, 31 January 2016, 19:28:41
Idk why I buy other boards when I keep coming back to this one

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zapheo on Sun, 31 January 2016, 19:30:40
Idk why I buy other boards when I keep coming back to this one

(Attachment Link)

Yeah, now I need to buy a hhkb...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TehKitteh on Sun, 31 January 2016, 21:35:02
I've been using a V60 Mini with browns. This is my first board with browns and I'm absolutely loving them.

[attach=1]
[attach=2]

Now I'm trying to convince myself not to buy another board. I just bought this a few weeks ago :eek:

Good lord...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sun, 31 January 2016, 22:03:49
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/wu76glgnt/DSC07191.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/put4h8gpl/DSC07178.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/nnovtbbfd/DSC07205.jpg)


Show Image
(http://s10.postimg.org/7qq3wlj15/DSC07177.jpg)


I can't quite decide how I want to have them set up. I have a full blank PBT set in black, dark grey, and off-white+light grey (one set). They're all from the same batch so they match up and the PBT4 from Ivan Japanese set matches up with them very well.

This is how I have it for now but I might end up changing them. I also really liked having the KUL with blank light-grey modifiers and nav, dark grey F-keys, and black escape. I should have taken a photo.

I really like these blanks, I just love how simple they are. How hard will it be to pick up a full Japanese set do you think?

The blanks are great.. But I should have gotten a full set of each the light grey and beige rather than the single combined set, as well as a white set. It lets you do all kinds of interesting combinations on several boards. Since I game with that keyboard, I use darker keys to show where certain key groups are.

I don't imagine it will be too easy at the moment but your best bet is to check with Ivan and see what he has or if he plans to run another round.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 31 January 2016, 22:39:46
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Sun, 31 January 2016, 23:51:09
Just moved back to a 65g Ergo Clear board after months of fake and real Topre (both 55g). It's taking a bit of getting used to, and the one thing that really strikes me moving back to MX is how bloody wobbly the keys feel.

I've got to say that the Topre fanboys are right... it's hard to go back from Topre.


Edit: F*ck, I just re-read my post and realised that I've turned into a Topre fanboy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Mon, 01 February 2016, 02:12:36
I've been using a V60 Mini with browns. This is my first board with browns and I'm absolutely loving them.

(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

Now I'm trying to convince myself not to buy another board. I just bought this a few weeks ago :eek:

Good lord...
Get topre and you will not try tobuy other board that fast
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 01 February 2016, 09:29:24
Idk why I buy other boards when I keep coming back to this one

(Attachment Link)

I traded my hhkb, and it took me so long to get another one.  It's such a nice board yo!S

Why'd you trade it? I don't think I would quickly trade my classic kb's, like the hhkb.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 01 February 2016, 12:10:15
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 01 February 2016, 13:56:28
Just moved back to a 65g Ergo Clear board after months of fake and real Topre (both 55g). It's taking a bit of getting used to, and the one thing that really strikes me moving back to MX is how bloody wobbly the keys feel.

I've got to say that the Topre fanboys are right... it's hard to go back from Topre.


Edit: F*ck, I just re-read my post and realised that I've turned into a Topre fanboy.

Actually, I had it the opposite way. I typed on a HHKB white for a year. Then I moved to my kul with clears. Recently, I've tried my HHKB again and it felt really weird, the actuation, the collapse of the rubber. But after a couple of days using it as my main driver I fell in love again and so ordered a 87UB 55g.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 01 February 2016, 15:15:22
This one. :3

(http://puu.sh/mSfKj/b4a9531023.JPG)

(http://i.imgur.com/C6eMTJD.jpg)

My hotswappable backlt Hammer Alps board! :D

I've been thriving on the Leading Edge DC-3014 for almost a week. It feels good to come back to this little guy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 01 February 2016, 15:16:28
This one. :3

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/mSfKj/b4a9531023.JPG)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/C6eMTJD.jpg)


My hotswappable backlt Hammer Alps board! :D

I've been thriving on the Leading Edge DC-3014 for almost a week. It feels good to come back to this little guy.

That wrist wrest so shiny... you must be cleaning it every 2 minutes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 01 February 2016, 15:26:28
I haven't used my hhkb in like a week :(. Been sick in bed so only use the ****ty keyboard my air has. Or the on screen my phone has. Hate them both.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 01 February 2016, 15:28:40
This one. :3

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/mSfKj/b4a9531023.JPG)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/C6eMTJD.jpg)


My hotswappable backlt Hammer Alps board! :D

I've been thriving on the Leading Edge DC-3014 for almost a week. It feels good to come back to this little guy.

That wrist wrest so shiny... you must be cleaning it every 2 minutes.

Don't get too lost in your own reflection now. :P

I don't bother wiping smudges until I'm done with whatever I'm doing at my desk. :3 It's no big deal, but it is a super sexy wrist rest.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 01 February 2016, 15:54:40
I haven't used my hhkb in like a week :(. Been sick in bed so only use the ****ty keyboard my air has. Or the on screen my phone has. Hate them both.

Sorry mate, hope you feel better so you can get back to thocking :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 01 February 2016, 16:02:29
I'm almost there! Started taking antibiotics and it seems to be working. My pee ****ing stinks tho. TMI I know OnO
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 01 February 2016, 16:03:13
I'm almost there! Started taking antibiotics and it seems to be working. My pee ****ing stinks tho. TMI I know OnO

Thocking will heal you, my brother!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 01 February 2016, 16:05:49
This is true. I touched a cherry board and got the AIDS. Nothing a little hhkb thocking can't cure
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 01 February 2016, 16:17:08
This is true. I touched a cherry board and got the AIDS. Nothing a little hhkb thocking can't cure

Or Alps. Alps cures it for me. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 01 February 2016, 16:41:55
This is true. I touched a cherry board and got the AIDS. Nothing a little hhkb thocking can't cure

Tick thock.. tick thock..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 01 February 2016, 17:23:49
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 01 February 2016, 17:50:11
This is true. I touched a cherry board and got the AIDS. Nothing a little hhkb thocking can't cure

Or Alps. Alps cures it for me. :P

you know, i've only had two experiences with alps. one was white xm and the other was some terrible cheap ducky crap. did not like either.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 01 February 2016, 18:37:37
This is true. I touched a cherry board and got the AIDS. Nothing a little hhkb thocking can't cure

Or Alps. Alps cures it for me. :P

you know, i've only had two experiences with alps. one was white xm and the other was some terrible cheap ducky crap. did not like either.

Sometimes experiences can scar our minds forever.  :'(

I started with blue Alps, so I was left with a very good impression! My favorites are blue, green linear, and orange Alps.

The ones I couldn't get into much were brown tactile and amber Alps.  I've got some cream linear Alps coming in. Hope I'm not yet again wasting my money on more obscure switches that can't compare to my favorites, but it's always good to try them out so you at least know!

Really, it wasn't a waste. I traded my ambers for more blues and my brown tactiles will likely go for more blues as well... and for what I paid for the boards with those switches, I got the blue Alps for cheap!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frogthejam19 on Mon, 01 February 2016, 18:56:09
Rotating with HHKB and POK3r at school and with Model M, RF 55g and Fk -2001 at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Elaeagnifolia on Tue, 02 February 2016, 15:59:44
For home, I've been using a Ducky Shine 5. I've also spent the last week putting together this KB Paradise Gateron Mini (60%, Gateron Yellows) and using it occasionally to test the 60% keyboard waters (Not bad, but I still think I ultimately prefer TKL):

(http://i.imgur.com/w2fPWgX.jpg)

For work, I recently switched from Realforce 87U 55g to a Realforce 87U 45g because 55g ended up being too heavy for me.

Embarassing story about that though, when I first plugged the 45g in, I noticed the dip switches weren't default, so I flipped them back to default. I had an issue where my computer wasn't recognizing my 55g before, so I got into the habit of tapping Caps Lock and seeing if the LED lit up to check if the keyboard was recognized. Well, the 45g Caps Lock didn't light up and after multiple attempts at unplugging/replugging, I thought the keyboard I received was defective...until I noticed the Ctrl key was lit up. That's when I realized I had flipped all the dip switches the opposite of default.  :-[

Besides that embarassing moment, the RF 45g has been great. I really like how it feels; yet despite me telling myself that RF 45g feels perfect, I still want to try Novatouch / Leopold FC660C / HHKB...  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jd29 on Tue, 02 February 2016, 17:02:01
I really like ISO enter. It's not inconvenient to hit (I think it's more comfortable), and keyboards look better with a wonky key or two.

[attach=1]
Chicony 5591
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Tue, 02 February 2016, 17:22:29
I really like ISO enter. It's not inconvenient to hit (I think it's more comfortable), and keyboards look better with a wonky key or two.

(Attachment Link)
Chicony 5591
bro I have to say that you're crazy  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dasmoothride on Wed, 03 February 2016, 23:16:16
(http://i.imgur.com/jiE758e.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Thu, 04 February 2016, 07:35:04
Coding away on my new 87U 55g!

(http://i.imgur.com/vTudvIh.jpg)

(Album: http://imgur.com/a/YpY2d )
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Thu, 04 February 2016, 07:47:40
FC660C. Hrmmm...it's taking quite a bit long to adjust to its layout.

What's confusing me a little are the two embedded layers of Page up and down in the alphas and the arrow cluster. In any case, it's nice to have the arrow cluster but then again, having to reach for it (HHKB still in heavy use) is seeming like a chore.  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Thu, 04 February 2016, 09:10:35
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Desktop/88UB4.jpg)

My trusty work horse.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Thu, 04 February 2016, 09:54:39
FC660C. Hrmmm...it's taking quite a bit long to adjust to its layout.

What's confusing me a little are the two embedded layers of Page up and down in the alphas and the arrow cluster. In any case, it's nice to have the arrow cluster but then again, having to reach for it (HHKB still in heavy use) is seeming like a chore.  :-X

Had a few of each at one point, the FC660Cs slowly got sold off for this reason. The HHKB layout is just so normal to me at this point, and makes more sense I think. Ill still probably buy a white 660C again just because I think they are so pretty.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Thu, 04 February 2016, 10:19:58
Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Desktop/88UB4.jpg)


My trusty work horse.  ;D

Nice desk!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: W_hinklebottom on Thu, 04 February 2016, 11:00:43

(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)

Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Thu, 04 February 2016, 11:02:53

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)


Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.

Damnit I love the Nuclear Data keyset, it looks really nice on your board too!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: W_hinklebottom on Thu, 04 February 2016, 11:17:21

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)


Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.

Damnit I love the Nuclear Data keyset, it looks really nice on your board too!
Thanks, I had some misgivings about containing this great set to a 60% board but I was struck with inspiration. In the future I will need a project to truly show off the whole set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Thu, 04 February 2016, 11:40:20

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)


Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.

Really nice colorway, the lighting just makes it all pop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 04 February 2016, 18:44:39
Coding away on my new 87U 55g!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vTudvIh.jpg)


(Album: http://imgur.com/a/YpY2d )

Looks great! Glad it finally arrived. What are your thoughts so far?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 05 February 2016, 04:26:16
The GON again now that it has POM on it <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 05 February 2016, 04:40:26
Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Desktop/88UB4.jpg)


My trusty work horse.  ;D

Nice desk!

Thanks, buddy!  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Fri, 05 February 2016, 11:54:10

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)


Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.

Great board with a great keyset! I love the Nuclear Data set!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 06 February 2016, 10:11:38

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)


Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.
Loved the nuclear theme!
Show Image
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Desktop/88UB4.jpg)


My trusty work horse.  ;D
Can't go wrong with realforce!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: studentben on Sun, 07 February 2016, 04:31:49
I'm currently using a Poker 2 with MX Browns.

Hoping to get a MX Blue or Gateron Blue keyboard sometime soon. I really want to use something that is clicky for some reason.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sun, 07 February 2016, 08:19:49
HHKB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Sun, 07 February 2016, 09:12:45
HHKB
Think you'll make the switch to Topre?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sun, 07 February 2016, 09:29:35
HHKB
Think you'll make the switch to Topre?

With 2.5 days in, I'm saying no.  That's not to say before I have to send it down the line that I wont, but I still enjoy my Greens and Clears right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Sun, 07 February 2016, 13:48:17

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(http://i.imgur.com/hROh6og.jpg?1)


Just finished my Custom build with Sprit Face W and 67g Zealios. It's the first time I have seriously sidelined the Ol' HHKB in a long while.
An excellent use of those key caps, great
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spanyam on Sun, 07 February 2016, 14:51:46
Using a KBP V60 with Matias Quiet Linears. Still enjoying the honeymoon love affair phase with Linear ALPS, and I don't see it ending anytime soon. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:20:58
Back to Pok3r with JTK for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hkf on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:29:20
CM Rapid TK with blues until my whitefox arrives  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:30:26
CM Rapid TK with blues until my whitefox arrives  :p

Quite a shift. What switches are you getting with that WhiteFox?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hkf on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:33:21
CM Rapid TK with blues until my whitefox arrives  :p

Quite a shift. What switches are you getting with that WhiteFox?

The CM is just a tideover, I used to have a filco MJ2 as my daily. It's coming with Gat blues but I have 80 65g Zealios burning a hole in my drawer ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:34:16
CM Rapid TK with blues until my whitefox arrives  :p

Quite a shift. What switches are you getting with that WhiteFox?

The CM is just a tideover, I used to have a filco MJ2 as my daily. It's coming with Gat blues but I have 80 65g Zealios burning a hole in my drawer ;D

To click or not to click? That is the question.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:34:52
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hampusbrunstedt on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:36:11
Soon i will have the Ducky Shine 5!:D like tomorrow, I'm excited!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hkf on Sun, 07 February 2016, 15:36:46
CM Rapid TK with blues until my whitefox arrives  :p

Quite a shift. What switches are you getting with that WhiteFox?

The CM is just a tideover, I used to have a filco MJ2 as my daily. It's coming with Gat blues but I have 80 65g Zealios burning a hole in my drawer ;D

To click or not to click? That is the question.

It's a push, honestly. The zealios have the perfect combination of upbump and smoothness, but ... clicks. Most likely I will end up with the zealios since I did pay for them. I really want the CIY form to be a real thing so swapping switches become as easy as keycaps but what can you do.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sun, 07 February 2016, 16:18:22
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)

Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 07 February 2016, 17:36:46
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

What do you think of those HiPro caps? Do you also have the HiPro board?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: derb2k2 on Sun, 07 February 2016, 18:04:01
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

Nice. Did you find the cable mod difficult at all? I've opened an 87u but didn't pay any attention to the connection. Any guides on this because I'll be getting the 87u 45g soon and I definitely didn't like the thick cable of the Realforces.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mastermachetier on Sun, 07 February 2016, 19:05:57
Japanese alphas on KUL ES-87 with purple Zealios (62g alpha/mods, 65g F-s and nav):

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(http://s10.postimg.org/wu76glgnt/DSC07191.jpg)


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(http://s10.postimg.org/put4h8gpl/DSC07178.jpg)


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(http://s10.postimg.org/nnovtbbfd/DSC07205.jpg)


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(http://s10.postimg.org/7qq3wlj15/DSC07177.jpg)


I can't quite decide how I want to have them set up. I have a full blank PBT set in black, dark grey, and off-white+light grey (one set). They're all from the same batch so they match up and the PBT4 from Ivan Japanese set matches up with them very well.

This is how I have it for now but I might end up changing them. I also really liked having the KUL with blank light-grey modifiers and nav, dark grey F-keys, and black escape. I should have taken a photo.


Where did you get those beautiful Japanese legends looking to put some on my tlk.

I really like these blanks, I just love how simple they are. How hard will it be to pick up a full Japanese set do you think?

The blanks are great.. But I should have gotten a full set of each the light grey and beige rather than the single combined set, as well as a white set. It lets you do all kinds of interesting combinations on several boards. Since I game with that keyboard, I use darker keys to show where certain key groups are.

I don't imagine it will be too easy at the moment but your best bet is to check with Ivan and see what he has or if he plans to run another round.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sun, 07 February 2016, 19:09:58
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

What do you think of those HiPro caps? Do you also have the HiPro board?

Yeah I have a few. I like them a lot, definitely like them more than SA for actual typing. They feel fantastic as well. Have also tried the caps on other Topre boards...

(http://i.imgur.com/J0zDXyo.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sun, 07 February 2016, 19:12:43
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

Nice. Did you find the cable mod difficult at all? I've opened an 87u but didn't pay any attention to the connection. Any guides on this because I'll be getting the 87u 45g soon and I definitely didn't like the thick cable of the Realforces.

Its a piece of cake. Literally plug it in and screw in the ground cable. You have to unsnap the noise filter to thread the cable through the whole, but it really can be done in under 3 mins :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 07 February 2016, 22:03:59
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

Nice. Did you find the cable mod difficult at all? I've opened an 87u but didn't pay any attention to the connection. Any guides on this because I'll be getting the 87u 45g soon and I definitely didn't like the thick cable of the Realforces.
Those screw that holds the cable connection are damn hard to unscrew
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Mon, 08 February 2016, 02:11:38
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

What do you think of those HiPro caps? Do you also have the HiPro board?

Yeah I have a few. I like them a lot, definitely like them more than SA for actual typing. They feel fantastic as well. Have also tried the caps on other Topre boards...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J0zDXyo.jpg)


How does the feel differ from SA and why?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Tue, 09 February 2016, 13:32:48
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

What do you think of those HiPro caps? Do you also have the HiPro board?

Yeah I have a few. I like them a lot, definitely like them more than SA for actual typing. They feel fantastic as well. Have also tried the caps on other Topre boards...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J0zDXyo.jpg)


How does the feel differ from SA and why?

For starters they are PBT, but not textured as much as the Vortex caps. They also have a full homing row of ASDF JKL: which makes for a very nice, but unique feel. Finally they have sharper edges than SA caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Tue, 09 February 2016, 13:36:55
Switched back to the stock YOTG mx browns from greens. Didn't think I really would notice the difference as much as I did. I'm starting to think I prefer browns over greens
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JonnyPolygon on Wed, 10 February 2016, 03:42:15
Surprisingly not too bad

(http://assets.razerzone.com/eeimages/products/17564/razer-blackwidow-tournament-stealth-edition-gallery-02.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Wed, 10 February 2016, 04:42:03
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zXB18GS.jpg)


Potatoes of my main two work boards. White 87u 55g with a modified Left CTRL slider to accommodate keys from 104/HHKB, purple sliders, lubed, Pexon cable.

Work board is the 10AE 55g with HiPro caps (modified Left CTRL as well) lubed and pexon cable.

What do you think of those HiPro caps? Do you also have the HiPro board?

Yeah I have a few. I like them a lot, definitely like them more than SA for actual typing. They feel fantastic as well. Have also tried the caps on other Topre boards...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J0zDXyo.jpg)


How does the feel differ from SA and why?

For starters they are PBT, but not textured as much as the Vortex caps. They also have a full homing row of ASDF JKL: which makes for a very nice, but unique feel. Finally they have sharper edges than SA caps.

Sounds interesting but the caps look REALLY high.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 10 February 2016, 14:39:57
Back to this guy:

(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)

In other news, I'm starting to really lose interest in my formerly beloved Octagon v1. I'm not sure if it's the SA key caps, the feel compared to Alps, or what, but it's the board I type on the least these days.

I don't want to sell it since I had a special case made for both it and the Lightpad, but ahh... I don't know anymore!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theoriginal123123 on Wed, 10 February 2016, 14:46:31
A Pok3r with MX Clears, but I've got a bag of Zealios switches waiting for my Ergodox project when I get to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Wed, 10 February 2016, 14:52:32
My new daily driver  :D  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/LTI64Sv.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 10 February 2016, 14:53:44
My new daily driver  :D  :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LTI64Sv.jpg)


ayy lmao!

You got it! Sick, dude :D

How does it compare to your aluminum Filco Zero?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: toidbb on Wed, 10 February 2016, 14:54:47
One of these with Matias QC switches, liking it so far...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160210/7faea15bc6e0c13e23355c0c3ee14c80.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Wed, 10 February 2016, 15:05:12
My new daily driver  :D  :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LTI64Sv.jpg)


ayy lmao!

You got it! Sick, dude :D

How does it compare to your aluminum Filco Zero?

Haha yeah, it was very fast shipping, this board is amazing. The aluminum Filco Zero is actually a bit heavier than the Kingsaver which is pretty funny, but the Kingsaver uses a much better plate and the overall design is better than the aluminum case on the Zero. The Zero uses SKCL Greens so its hard to do a direct comparison of the feel since the two boards have different switches, but this Kingsaver is hands down the best feeling board ive ever used. I have a second stock Filco Zero that i plan to put SKCM Blue into when i find more, so ill be able to compare the two better once i do that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 10 February 2016, 15:09:33

Haha yeah, it was very fast shipping, this board is amazing. The aluminum Filco Zero is actually a bit heavier than the Kingsaver which is pretty funny, but the Kingsaver uses a much better plate and the overall design is better than the aluminum case on the Zero. The Zero uses SKCL Greens so its hard to do a direct comparison of the feel since the two boards have different switches, but this Kingsaver is hands down the best feeling board ive ever used. I have a second stock Filco Zero that i plan to put SKCM Blue into when i find more, so ill be able to compare the two better once i do that.

Well congrats, haha. Your Kingsaver hype has now added + $50 to the aftermarket price of these boards. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Wed, 10 February 2016, 15:12:35
I put away my toys aka cherry board and took out the fc660c for a spin.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Wed, 10 February 2016, 15:34:10

Haha yeah, it was very fast shipping, this board is amazing. The aluminum Filco Zero is actually a bit heavier than the Kingsaver which is pretty funny, but the Kingsaver uses a much better plate and the overall design is better than the aluminum case on the Zero. The Zero uses SKCL Greens so its hard to do a direct comparison of the feel since the two boards have different switches, but this Kingsaver is hands down the best feeling board ive ever used. I have a second stock Filco Zero that i plan to put SKCM Blue into when i find more, so ill be able to compare the two better once i do that.

Well congrats, haha. Your Kingsaver hype has now added + $50 to the aftermarket price of these boards. :P

Thanks hahaha, i must say the typing angle on this board is perfect, not to high or low, its just right  :) It was worth every dollar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ComradeSniper on Wed, 10 February 2016, 20:12:06
My new daily driver  :D  :D


Nice, I'm glad that you finally got your hands on one. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Thu, 11 February 2016, 03:45:13
Typing on my first Cherry MX keyboard in 4 years... a recently acquired Duck Viper.

Lubed 68G Vintage Blacks are pretty damn heavy for my whimpy fingers (coming from 45g HHKB and 55g 87U).
But they feel oh so buttery smooth with tight tolerance.
I guess I won't need to try the 78g Zealios in future builds, 67g seems like the sweet spot for me (or the max).

Here is a photo with LEDs off to save you the ugly light bleed from the TA set, it is the only MX keyset I own at the moment.
(http://i.imgur.com/T2Hgg4o.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Thu, 11 February 2016, 03:47:05
Typing on my first Cherry MX keyboard in 4 years... a recently acquired Duck Viper.

Lubed 68G Vintage Blacks are pretty damn heavy for my whimpy fingers (coming from 45g HHKB and 55g 87U).
But they feel oh so buttery smooth with tight tolerance.
I guess I won't need to try the 78g Zealios in future builds, 67g seems like the sweet spot for me (or the max).

Here is a photo with LEDs off to save you the ugly light bleed from the TA set, it is the only MX keyset I own at the moment.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/T2Hgg4o.jpg)

Feeeeeels gooood right?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Thu, 11 February 2016, 03:52:43
Feeeeeels gooood right?

Good feels!
I basically only press the key to point of actuation haha.
Can't make it to bottom out and results in almost silent typing.
My fingers are tired after a few typing tests, but it is strangely satisfying.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Thu, 11 February 2016, 04:00:27
Feeeeeels gooood right?

Good feels!
I basically only press the key to point of actuation haha.
Can't make it to bottom out and results in almost silent typing.
My fingers are tired after a few typing tests, but it is strangely satisfying.
Its that heavy? Gold springs right? I thought that they are lighter
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Thu, 11 February 2016, 12:26:57
Typing on my first Cherry MX keyboard in 4 years... a recently acquired Duck Viper.

Lubed 68G Vintage Blacks are pretty damn heavy for my whimpy fingers (coming from 45g HHKB and 55g 87U).
But they feel oh so buttery smooth with tight tolerance.
I guess I won't need to try the 78g Zealios in future builds, 67g seems like the sweet spot for me (or the max).

Here is a photo with LEDs off to save you the ugly light bleed from the TA set, it is the only MX keyset I own at the moment.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/T2Hgg4o.jpg)


Didn't realize you would get it so soon! Really love the raw aluminum color, would look great with an OG Cherry set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 12 February 2016, 06:57:58
QFR w/ Frosty Flake and Vortex PBT doubleshots

(http://i.imgur.com/txyopmT.jpg)

Layout (in firmware) is unix (HHKB-like) combined with wide mod (HJKL; is shifted one column to the right to increase hand separation).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Fri, 12 February 2016, 15:12:49
QFR w/ Frosty Flake and Vortex PBT doubleshots

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/txyopmT.jpg)


Layout (in firmware) is unix (HHKB-like) combined with wide mod (HJKL; is shifted one column to the right to increase hand separation).

Looks nice! Do you have that controller exposed on purpose for looks?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Fri, 12 February 2016, 20:03:14
Didn't realize you would get it so soon! Really love the raw aluminum color, would look great with an OG Cherry set.

Yeah I think I will probably join the enjoypbt GB.
Maybe go for the standard OG Cherry black on beige or try some cyrillics or hangul.
I do like the GMK TA set colors but the light bleed is making me consider selling the set :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: radio_killah on Fri, 12 February 2016, 22:14:14
LZCP Vintage 55g Blacks with Cherry 1800 Caps and GMK RGBYK.  :thumb:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skitty on Fri, 12 February 2016, 22:28:04
A Pok3r with MX Clears, but I've got a bag of Zealios switches waiting for my Ergodox project when I get to it.

I recently bought a KB V60 with MX Clears and I'm loving it so far. Which Zealios do you have?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 12 February 2016, 22:54:46
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 13 February 2016, 00:53:59
LZCP Vintage 55g Blacks with Cherry 1800 Caps and GMK RGBYK.  :thumb:

(Attachment Link)
That is a damn beautiful board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sat, 13 February 2016, 09:23:07
QFR w/ Frosty Flake and Vortex PBT doubleshots

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/txyopmT.jpg)


Layout (in firmware) is unix (HHKB-like) combined with wide mod (HJKL; is shifted one column to the right to increase hand separation).

Looks nice! Do you have that controller exposed on purpose for looks?
Definitely not for looks. It's just more convenient (the bootloader mode is enabled by putting a magnet close to the controller). I might put some tape over it eventually though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Sat, 13 February 2016, 09:24:40
Giving this keyboard a shot. There aren't enough keys on it.  :eek:

(http://i.imgur.com/EyTfeQX.jpg)

Golbat with 65g Zealios (and no stabilizers, yet), in split-spacebar layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sat, 13 February 2016, 09:45:00
Giving this keyboard a shot. There aren't enough keys on it.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/EyTfeQX.jpg)


Golbat with 65g Zealios (and no stabilizers, yet), in split-spacebar layout.

But HHKB comes today!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Sat, 13 February 2016, 09:46:27
Giving this keyboard a shot. There aren't enough keys on it.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/EyTfeQX.jpg)


Golbat with 65g Zealios (and no stabilizers, yet), in split-spacebar layout.

But HHKB comes today!

HHKB has a few more keys, but still not enough! If I do decide to go for Topre after trying it out I'd have to get a TKL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sat, 13 February 2016, 09:50:23
Giving this keyboard a shot. There aren't enough keys on it.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/EyTfeQX.jpg)


Golbat with 65g Zealios (and no stabilizers, yet), in split-spacebar layout.

But HHKB comes today!

HHKB has a few more keys, but still not enough! If I do decide to go for Topre after trying it out I'd have to get a TKL.

I'd like to try out a Realforce but I don't know if they make the full size version in 55g.  I would have no problem replacing my V2 at work with a Topre board but I use the numpad pretty much all day at work and would need one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 13 February 2016, 17:06:34
(http://i.imgur.com/THbKNEm.jpg)

OnO
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vittra on Sat, 13 February 2016, 17:13:43
Giving this keyboard a shot. There aren't enough keys on it.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/EyTfeQX.jpg)


Golbat with 65g Zealios (and no stabilizers, yet), in split-spacebar layout.

But HHKB comes today!

HHKB has a few more keys, but still not enough! If I do decide to go for Topre after trying it out I'd have to get a TKL.

I'd like to try out a Realforce but I don't know if they make the full size version in 55g.  I would have no problem replacing my V2 at work with a Topre board but I use the numpad pretty much all day at work and would need one.

Full-size 55G boards do exist.

https://deskthority.net/wiki/Topre_Realforce

You also have the option of a RF23 pad to go with the 87U, but that will be 45G stock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 13 February 2016, 17:53:34
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/THbKNEm.jpg)


OnO

Right on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 13 February 2016, 20:15:53
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/THbKNEm.jpg)


OnO
What the hell mane? Where's yo hhkb?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vittra on Sat, 13 February 2016, 20:20:57
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Sat, 13 February 2016, 21:12:23
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/THbKNEm.jpg)


OnO
What the hell mane? Where's yo hhkb?

I believe it's on vacation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 13 February 2016, 21:22:01
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/THbKNEm.jpg)


OnO
What the hell mane? Where's yo hhkb?

I believe it's on vacation.

Only one of them!

I was just at my cousin's house and he has this board I gave him awhile ago. Tkl is so huge now :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ashraf on Sun, 14 February 2016, 02:57:18
Finishing up a draft in Scrivener, so it's back to this ol' boy.

(http://i.imgur.com/jqq2Wze.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 14 February 2016, 05:42:16
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/THbKNEm.jpg)


OnO
What the hell mane? Where's yo hhkb?

I believe it's on vacation.

Only one of them!

I was just at my cousin's house and he has this board I gave him awhile ago. Tkl is so huge now :(
You need to wash yo hand with topre immediately!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Tue, 16 February 2016, 21:44:29
Today I was using the Dell AT101. With the metal plate, it makes for a somewhat decent snow removal device.  :eek:

(http://i66.tinypic.com/30dbb0j.png)

(http://i67.tinypic.com/25qsxau.png)

Got about 50cm (1.75ft) of snow today. Had to clear out the first 10 feet or so in front of the car to get it to the semi-cleared part.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Sat, 20 February 2016, 02:03:09
Today I was using the Dell AT101. With the metal plate, it makes for a somewhat decent snow removal device.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i66.tinypic.com/30dbb0j.png)


Show Image
(http://i67.tinypic.com/25qsxau.png)


Got about 50cm (1.75ft) of snow today. Had to clear out the first 10 feet or so in front of the car to get it to the semi-cleared part.

This makes me sad :( I want the keycaps willing to send?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sat, 20 February 2016, 13:29:02
Today I was using the Dell AT101. With the metal plate, it makes for a somewhat decent snow removal device.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i66.tinypic.com/30dbb0j.png)


Show Image
(http://i67.tinypic.com/25qsxau.png)


Got about 50cm (1.75ft) of snow today. Had to clear out the first 10 feet or so in front of the car to get it to the semi-cleared part.

This makes me sad :( I want the keycaps willing to send?

Don't be too sad... some of the switches weren't working properly anyways so it was pretty much done.

Looking for alps keycaps? You can have these. I also have doubleshot alps keycaps from a KPT-102 that I'll probably get rid of (or the whole board).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 20 February 2016, 13:35:15
(http://i.imgur.com/nl0WQs0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 20 February 2016, 14:18:43
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 20 February 2016, 23:42:52
Today I was using the Dell AT101. With the metal plate, it makes for a somewhat decent snow removal device.  :eek:

Show Image
(http://i66.tinypic.com/30dbb0j.png)


Show Image
(http://i67.tinypic.com/25qsxau.png)


Got about 50cm (1.75ft) of snow today. Had to clear out the first 10 feet or so in front of the car to get it to the semi-cleared part.

That's a nice snow board :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Otesanek on Tue, 23 February 2016, 14:27:41
I got a RF 87u 55g yesterday and I'm really liking it. I'm a really heavy typist and I'm really digging the extra 10g actuation force compared to the HHKB. So far there isn't anything I don't like about this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blai5000 on Tue, 23 February 2016, 20:15:31
Got a Ducky Zero with red switches to use at work.  My first linear, and I have to say I'm having a hard time going back to using blues at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Anastasia on Tue, 23 February 2016, 22:05:36
My HHKB Pro 2 is my daily driver.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 26 February 2016, 01:51:55
im going to be like everyone else!

(http://i.imgur.com/0J3GSke.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Fri, 26 February 2016, 06:49:11
im going to be like everyone else!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/0J3GSke.jpg)

Yeah, I'm currently on the HHKB bandwagon as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Fri, 26 February 2016, 06:51:59
rubber dome  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theoriginal123123 on Fri, 26 February 2016, 06:55:49
Pok3r MX Clears, with my new Danger Zone keycaps.

(http://i.imgur.com/niMkksx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WhiteHelix on Fri, 26 February 2016, 08:38:43
On my desktop at home a Corsair K70 with reds, for the office a QPad MK-50 with blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AwSmCreator on Fri, 26 February 2016, 08:44:48
Pok3r MX Clears, with my new Danger Zone keycaps.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/niMkksx.jpg)


Love that key set!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Fri, 26 February 2016, 08:45:22
rubber dome  :'(

Get outta here! You're bringing down the whole thread.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: toxicdrift on Fri, 26 February 2016, 09:03:49
Realforce 87U 55g  :thumb:

(http://i.imgur.com/rpQYyMY.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theoriginal123123 on Fri, 26 February 2016, 09:48:20
Pok3r MX Clears, with my new Danger Zone keycaps.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/niMkksx.jpg)


Love that key set!

Yeah it looks really nice in person. I wasn't sure I was going to keep it looking at the renders, and had planned to trade it out when it came in, but man, it looks really nice. The novelties are what makes it in my opinion, how often do you get to say to someone using your board "just hit the Airstrike button!"  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Fri, 26 February 2016, 10:11:06
rubber dome  :'(

I live for the rubber dome.

My new daily driver at work:

(http://cnet2.cbsistatic.com/hub/i/r/2013/08/22/b6c0549a-84b8-11e3-beb9-14feb5ca9861/thumbnail/770x433/a8ab5c7410e5705ae783e95eae2017e2/Microsoft_Sculpt_Ergonomic_Desktop_35826700_05.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ryukuxyz on Fri, 26 February 2016, 10:14:53
Finishing up a draft in Scrivener, so it's back to this ol' boy.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jqq2Wze.jpg)


I'm using the exact same thing! Got mine 2 months ago and couldn't be happer! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AwSmCreator on Fri, 26 February 2016, 14:20:39
Pok3r MX Clears, with my new Danger Zone keycaps.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/niMkksx.jpg)


Love that key set!

Yeah it looks really nice in person. I wasn't sure I was going to keep it looking at the renders, and had planned to trade it out when it came in, but man, it looks really nice. The novelties are what makes it in my opinion, how often do you get to say to someone using your board "just hit the Airstrike button!"  :D
Exactly! The novelties on that set are probably the best. I've been trying to buy one off of someone but haven't found any. Doubt I will.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Otesanek on Fri, 26 February 2016, 14:57:55
I got a 55g Realforce 87u a few days ago. So far I've had my hands on Pok3r w/ Browns, my old roommates planck with blacks, and a stock HHKB Pro 2. I gotta say that out of all of these boards I definitely prefer the 55g Realforce. I'm sure I would like a 55g HHKB just as much, if not more, but I can't justify spending another $200 right now and I do really like the TKL form factor. I am a sucker for dedicated arrow keys I guess.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DAVYtm on Fri, 26 February 2016, 17:32:24
HHKB. Will probably have the same answer until the end of time
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Fri, 26 February 2016, 17:51:11
rubber dome  :'(

I live for the rubber dome.

My new daily driver at work:

Show Image
(http://cnet2.cbsistatic.com/hub/i/r/2013/08/22/b6c0549a-84b8-11e3-beb9-14feb5ca9861/thumbnail/770x433/a8ab5c7410e5705ae783e95eae2017e2/Microsoft_Sculpt_Ergonomic_Desktop_35826700_05.jpg)

bros4lyfe
rubber dome  :'(

Get outta here! You're bringing down the whole thread.
bb pls
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darkshado on Sat, 27 February 2016, 01:35:26
@jerue: ah, the "Manta Ray"! I have one for work as well, along with its accompanying mouse. Not a bad scissor-switch keyboard at all, except for the F-keys. Those suck. As in: whoever green-lit those should be forced to step through code using Visual Studio (or just about any other IDE) until they realize the error of their ways. I ought to measure the actuation force on it some day...

Actually, I'm still waiting for my first mechanical: a WASD ISO TKL with Clears. Barring any logistics issues it'll be here in two weeks.

Rest of the time it's currently a Lenovo "ThinkPad Compact USB Keyboard with TrackPoint". Will be relegated to a secondary role once the WASD comes in; maintenance on other computers, travel board, the like.

(http://i.imgur.com/IRj6c1K.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sat, 27 February 2016, 04:34:48
So far there isn't anything I don't like about this board.

how about the inconsistent legends? atrocious!
i would love to have blanks for the 87U just so that i can stop being annoyed by the damn legends. i'm still sad that the massdrop topre set was not a success.
and the backspace is a bit loud..
(other than that, i really love the 87U)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Otesanek on Sat, 27 February 2016, 04:45:20
So far there isn't anything I don't like about this board.

how about the inconsistent legends? atrocious!
i would love to have blanks for the 87U just so that i can stop being annoyed by the damn legends. i'm still sad that the massdrop topre set was not a success.
and the backspace is a bit loud..
(other than that, i really love the 87U)
I can barely see the legends on the black caps, so it doesn't bother me. I'm sure it would if I looked harder. Also, I do agree that the HHKB mod keys sounded and felt more stable. I wonder if the stabs just need some lube.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 28 February 2016, 00:57:09
im going to be like everyone else!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/0J3GSke.jpg)


Except that space bar :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Numpy on Sun, 28 February 2016, 01:52:52
My newly made custom 60%
and maaaaaaaaaaaaate is it graaaaaaaaaate

Cherry mx blues with 62g gold springs, PBT BoB dyesub keys, LeandreN's GB winkeyless PCB and black aluminium plate with a green TEX aluminium case.

First soldering experience and a lot of it. After soldering in 61 LEDs and then finding out that they don't allow the keys to bottom out (possibly due to thick PBT keycaps and the square LEDs) I then desoldered all but 3 LEDs (spacebar, esc, caps) and shaved those ones.

Will take pictures and post once I get my translucent green/blue keycap and black braided cable  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 28 February 2016, 05:17:05
im going to be like everyone else!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/0J3GSke.jpg)

bro....
I have faith in you but look at that spacebar  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 29 February 2016, 02:57:44
im going to be like everyone else!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/0J3GSke.jpg)

bro....
I have faith in you but look at that spacebar  :'(

Haha, is it because its flipped of that its shiny on the left side? Its actually pbt. THEY ARE NOT SUPPOSE TO SHINE, ive been tricked by matteo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Tue, 01 March 2016, 02:42:15
[attachimg=1]


Unicomp (http://www.pckeyboard.com), baby!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sth on Tue, 01 March 2016, 02:45:45
rubber dome  :'(

I live for the rubber dome.

My new daily driver at work:

Show Image
(http://cnet2.cbsistatic.com/hub/i/r/2013/08/22/b6c0549a-84b8-11e3-beb9-14feb5ca9861/thumbnail/770x433/a8ab5c7410e5705ae783e95eae2017e2/Microsoft_Sculpt_Ergonomic_Desktop_35826700_05.jpg)


(https://media.giphy.com/media/aZ3LDBs1ExsE8/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Tue, 01 March 2016, 06:01:35
Pok3r MX Clears, with my new Danger Zone keycaps.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/niMkksx.jpg)


Hot. I still need to try SA profile, they always look good but I'm scared that my fingers won't reach...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keshley on Tue, 01 March 2016, 06:49:03
Po tay toe

(http://i.imgur.com/J9AkAG9.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zombiegristle on Wed, 02 March 2016, 14:23:35
WASD v2 with Greens and PBT blanks from GeekKeys. My second mechanical keyboard, my third set of caps. :D

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/vchx0v55db5uhqu/WP_20160302_13_19_11_Rich.jpg)

And a Genovation CP24 with "upside-down" WASD caps so they're angled towards me, I use this for launching applications and a couple global shortcuts, still have the entire second layer and one row of the first available for future use.

(https://www.dropbox.com/s/326rp8cledwjkys/WP_20160304_15_58_15_Rich.jpg?raw=1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Tue, 08 March 2016, 12:26:29
My one true love.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Desktop/RF88UB.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Thumper_ on Tue, 08 March 2016, 16:25:32
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160308/bd49415c91dee2515173b341f64bce69.jpg)

Right now this
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Tue, 08 March 2016, 21:56:00
I'm using a dark-grey Keycool 87 with Kailh Switches on top of my desk as my gaming keyboard, my headphone wire goes right over it making it unusable for typing but fine for gaming.

Under it on my broken keyboard tray, is a Focus FK-2001 with complicated white ALPS, however some of the switches are damaged due to being attacked by ****, so I'm hoping to fix some of them with Matias switches.

I'm planning to replace my FK-2001 with a Model M and have the FK-2001 somewhere that looks nice since its such a pretty keyboard, maybe I'll paint it black.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rad on Wed, 09 March 2016, 00:01:20
Type-S  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 09 March 2016, 03:59:43
H.

H.

K.

B.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: G-Dubs on Wed, 09 March 2016, 08:46:07
I'm using a KBP V60 with Matias quiet switches at work. I went from a 104-key MX brown keyboard and I have no regrets . This whole time I was worried about missing the numpad, but I really don't miss it for the most part. I thought having heaver switches would bug me, but they actually feel really good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 09 March 2016, 09:02:28
Same wickedness as usual.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tannk.inc on Wed, 09 March 2016, 09:21:32
some dell keyboard that came with the comp...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: chuckdee on Wed, 09 March 2016, 11:13:10
Was using a Logitech Orion Spark/G13 before I got bitten by the 60% bug and decided to try it.  Now I'm using a Pok3r with my G13.  Also using a Logitech k811, which is what started me looking at 60% keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 09 March 2016, 11:53:18
Back to the TGR. Kinda missing the G410 though...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: garage_logician on Wed, 09 March 2016, 13:26:54
CODE TKL with Cherry Mx clears.  I found the stock keycaps to be just OK so I ordered two sets of Vortex PBT doubleshot keys (black and white) and replaced most of the keys.  I did keep the CODE keycaps for the number/symbol rows because of the lighting issue.  Overall the new keycaps really changed this board from nearly great to GREAT.  I love the feel and the sound of the new caps, I just wish there were more options for backlit pbt but it is what it is.   
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fountainhead on Thu, 10 March 2016, 01:15:34
Home: Unicomp Ultra Classic Black Buckling Spring USB
Work:  Cherry G80-3000LSCEU2 with MX Blues (Unicomp's clickiness was too hardcore for my coworkers, lol)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: algernon on Thu, 10 March 2016, 01:51:51
I am waiting for my Keyboardio M01, my first mechanical keyboard (not counting some old ones I used on my dad's computer back in the days). For the time being, in preparation for a split keyboard, I am using a TypeMatrix 2030, and the laptop's (Lenovo W541) keyboard in a kind-of split setup: one hand types on the left half of the laptop, the other on the right side of the TypeMatrix.

I get weird looks, but it is reasonably comfortable. And funny too, to boot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PadawanGeek on Thu, 10 March 2016, 07:20:57
Just bought an Armaggeddon Hornet MKA-5R RGB keyboard, yes, I know it has Kailh Blue but it looks great, I like the aluminum top plate, and Kailh Blue feels and sounds quite similar to Cherry Blue. Since this is my new toy, you can be sure I'd be using it for a while....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/06_zps27vlzn0w.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 10 March 2016, 10:45:22
(http://puu.sh/nBG12/174a001923.JPG)

 :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jbondeson on Thu, 10 March 2016, 10:56:06
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nBG12/174a001923.JPG)


 :)

Just an FYI, but it's more comfortable when there are keycaps on top of the stems  ;)

I'm rocking this little guy at work:

(http://i.imgur.com/N7hMa9s.jpg) (http://imgur.com/N7hMa9s)

I really need to build a riser for my tray case  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 10 March 2016, 11:06:55
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nBG12/174a001923.JPG)


 :)

Just an FYI, but it's more comfortable when there are keycaps on top of the stems  ;)

I'm rocking this little guy at work:

(http://i.imgur.com/N7hMa9s.jpg) (http://imgur.com/N7hMa9s)

I really need to build a riser for my tray case  ^-^

Alps FTW!


Yeah man, I think you could easily something to give the case some incline. Looks really nice though. The yellowed space bar actually matches the color of the wood very nicely, ironic as that might be.

Yeah, I've been retrobrighting the darn thing since yesterday. The caps are all I need now, but they take forever.  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 10 March 2016, 11:21:59
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nBG12/174a001923.JPG)


 :)

Just an FYI, but it's more comfortable when there are keycaps on top of the stems  ;)

I'm rocking this little guy at work:

(http://i.imgur.com/N7hMa9s.jpg) (http://imgur.com/N7hMa9s)

I really need to build a riser for my tray case  ^-^

I think I can see myself in your spacebar
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jbondeson on Thu, 10 March 2016, 12:17:23

I think I can see myself in your spacebar

It was right under a magnifying lamp, but yes it's very shiny. 

Someone on DT is experimenting with light sandblasting to remove shine, with all my AEK spacebars I'll have to look into it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 10 March 2016, 13:00:29

I think I can see myself in your spacebar

It was right under a magnifying lamp, but yes it's very shiny. 

Someone on DT is experimenting with light sandblasting to remove shine, with all my AEK spacebars I'll have to look into it!

This is an idea I've had for a long time; I just don't have the cash for a compressor with all this money going toward keyboards and what not. :P

Wet sanding with a fine grit sandpaper or polishing cloth (micron) can remove shine, but I think sandblasting is the only real way to restore texture. Matte clear coat can do this too, but there's a lot of reasons why that's unfavorable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 10 March 2016, 16:32:14
I recently liberated 5 mid-late '90s (I'm guessing) rubber dome KBs from someone whom was giving them away: 3 Compaq KB-3923s, Micro Innovations Turbo-Trak, and a Mitsumi KFKEA4XT, all in various states of dishevelment. They all work perfectly but given their physical appearance and soldering iron scars they look as though they were used in a component factory or something. I think I'll hold on to the Mitsumi and Micro. Next to the Dell Quiet Keys Mitsumi are the best-feeling dome kb. The Micro has unusual function keys and "Power", "Sleep", and "Wake" keys that don't seem to register with any of my computers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 10 March 2016, 16:35:03
[attachimg=1]
I recently liberated 5 mid-late '90s (I'm guessing) rubber dome KBs from someone whom was giving them away: 3 Compaq KB-3923s, Micro Innovations Turbo-Trak, and a Mitsumi KFKEA4XT, all in various states of dishevelment. They all work perfectly but given their physical appearance and soldering iron scars they look as though they were used in a component factory or something. I think I'll hold on to the Mitsumi and Micro. Next to the Dell Quiet Keys Mitsumi are the best-feeling dome kb. The Micro has unusual function keys and "Power", "Sleep", and "Wake" keys that don't seem to register with any of my computers.
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 10 March 2016, 16:40:24
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 10 March 2016, 17:33:37
I got an 8 gallon compressor from Home Depot for $25 when they had a crazy promo going on.  Normally $300 marked to $$150.  Then 50% off clearance for $75.  They gave me $50 for signing up for a credit card I never used (not even for the compressor).  I've had it for a long time.

 :eek:

 :confused:

Lucky!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Fri, 11 March 2016, 12:32:35
I am typing this on the Rapoo V500S with backlighting and blue switches (that's the official product name) right now. 

I'm hesitant to call these switches "Cherry MX Blue clones" because their feel isn't altogether similar to the Cherry MX switches, and the spacebar feels a little wonky.  I'll give this keyboard a 75/100... my Model F AT received a 95 on that scale.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tstackhouse on Fri, 11 March 2016, 12:53:03
I've been enjoying my MX Clear Pok3r for quite some time.  I much prefer clears over the browns that my ES-87 has, since I've been trying to practice not bottoming out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prelim on Fri, 11 March 2016, 13:02:40
GH60, now with custom acrylic wristrest ;)

(http://i.imgur.com/6a8yrTb.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: axtran on Fri, 11 March 2016, 22:18:05
Just finished my endgame board--a TMK64 build: http://imgur.com/a/kSKOs

I've been this Apple-mode ever since I bought my Mac Pro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 11 March 2016, 22:33:31
hhkb, like always
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Fri, 11 March 2016, 22:37:55
hhkb, like always

Other keyboards exist?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 11 March 2016, 22:38:31
not that i know of
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 13 March 2016, 16:28:01
hhkb, like always

Other keyboards exist?

Yes ... his other HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Tue, 15 March 2016, 22:25:11
demik's HHKB :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 16 March 2016, 04:37:26
demik's HHKB :p

Savour the moment ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 16 March 2016, 05:16:55
Digilog realforce

been loving the feeling but I need to get an ergodox
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pwade3 on Wed, 16 March 2016, 09:11:27
Some stock Dell piece of mushy sadness.

Got a Shine 5 at home, been debating what I want for at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: toidbb on Wed, 16 March 2016, 11:19:35
Using this beauty at work today Green Alps, Alps64 pcb, and AW (Alpine Winter) keyset.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160316/57f36afcebe29f0014d1f593a7719c8b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: steelcity on Wed, 16 March 2016, 11:36:45
currently typing on a mx blue shine 4, but have a fc900 with browns next to me on my work computer, and another of the latter at my office downtown.  i do have a third fc900 with browns on the way to replace this shine, and i also have the new ducky topre 104 45g on the way to try out.  i now also have like 5 or 6 keyboards to unload...lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: axtran on Wed, 16 March 2016, 11:48:02
Today's an ALPS day. SKCL Green and E3E's Glamorous plate. ;)

(http://i.imgur.com/SnVrXxK.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 16 March 2016, 20:47:58
Today's an ALPS day. SKCL Green and E3E's Glamorous plate. ;)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SnVrXxK.jpg?1)

What's this"E3E's Glamorous plate"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 17 March 2016, 00:54:30
Today's an ALPS day. SKCL Green and E3E's Glamorous plate. ;)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SnVrXxK.jpg?1)

What's this"E3E's Glamorous plate"

He has some pics of it there, sparkly
http://imgur.com/a/jLYzX

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 17 March 2016, 02:24:29
Today's an ALPS day. SKCL Green and E3E's Glamorous plate. ;)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SnVrXxK.jpg?1)

What's this"E3E's Glamorous plate"

Some plates I painted up for Axy using the same colorshift paint I've used for my FAME:

(http://i.imgur.com/5IeKvtS.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/I9ReQPyg.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: axtran on Thu, 17 March 2016, 08:26:59
Not many people noticed the FAME's paintjob... but I did and I'm addicted! :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vlada011 on Thu, 17 March 2016, 10:21:39
I use Deck 87 Francium Pro, White Backlight, Cherry MX Brown Switches.
I bought before one month from mechanicalkeyboards.
Deck Hassium Pro and Francium Pro keyboards now arrive with rubber and on feets.
I saw different version of Deck keyboards with different fonts...
I ask specific version as on Deck site and on mechanicalkeyboard site...
Someone don't like that fonts but I like them very much, I insist on them...

(http://i.imgur.com/HOtNQ1r.jpg)

Newer feets on back side with rubber...

http://imgur.com/lSHVkCc









Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 17 March 2016, 13:22:52
Today's an ALPS day. SKCL Green and E3E's Glamorous plate. ;)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SnVrXxK.jpg?1)

What's this"E3E's Glamorous plate"

Some plates I painted up for Axy using the same colorshift paint I've used for my FAME:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5IeKvtS.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/I9ReQPyg.jpg)


Dang!  Missed seeing this until now.  That's really cool.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melchior on Thu, 17 March 2016, 15:06:05
Ducky One (MX Red, Blue LEDs).

Solid action, no wobble (unlike the last MX keyboard I had....).

Status LEDs are Too Damm BRIGHT!

Also sane USB implementation, both HID mode and BIOS compatible HID mode work correctly.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aptivaboy on Thu, 17 March 2016, 15:32:44
An IBM Model M, proudly made in the USA, with a born on date of September 3rd, 1987. I would have just been starting my junior year at college when this bad boy rolled off the assembly line. 

The one true keyboard. The keyboard of power. With twelve function keys to rule them all.

She still clicks like she's brand new, and she's heavy enough to use as a blunt force weapon when the Zombie Apocalypse strikes. And seriously, who amongst us isn't secretly looking forward to the Zombie Apocalypse? 

I thought not.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Thu, 17 March 2016, 18:48:59
RealForce Topre 87U 55G W/ Filco TKL Wood Wrist rest....my true endgame honestly..outside of maybe an Artisan or two.  Only thing left is to get a FC660C or HHKB for travel.  All my Cherry and Kailh boards have been in boxes ever since.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Thu, 17 March 2016, 20:14:51
demik's HHKB :p

Savour the moment ;)

Ohh I am trust me :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Thu, 17 March 2016, 20:56:00
Swapped my old Noppoo Tank back in for my desktop today. Needs periodic thorough cleanings or it starts to chatter, but with that dealt with for the time being, it's still going strong. Lives up to its name, in fact: it is very rare for input devices to survive this long in my possession, especially ones that I actually use. Of course, the keycaps are a shiny mess at this point...may or may not decide to do something about that. We'll see.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 19 March 2016, 06:04:39
Today's an ALPS day. SKCL Green and E3E's Glamorous plate. ;)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/SnVrXxK.jpg?1)

What's this"E3E's Glamorous plate"

Some plates I painted up for Axy using the same colorshift paint I've used for my FAME:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5IeKvtS.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/I9ReQPyg.jpg)

its indeed glamorous
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Sat, 19 March 2016, 13:29:34
I have ascended to the Model M. BS are best clicky switch.

I am now using the Model M for everything, but I'm going to get a gamepad like a Tartarus for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sat, 19 March 2016, 15:05:39
I have ascended to the Model M. BS are best clicky switch.

I am now using the Model M for everything, but I'm going to get a gamepad like a Tartarus for gaming.

If you want to use a real BS keyboard, get a Model F. Capacitive BS is so far superior than BS over membrane.  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Sat, 19 March 2016, 15:38:38
I have ascended to the Model M. BS are best clicky switch.

I am now using the Model M for everything, but I'm going to get a gamepad like a Tartarus for gaming.

If you want to use a real BS keyboard, get a Model F. Capacitive BS is so far superior than BS over membrane.  :rolleyes:
I'd like too, but the weird layouts turn me off.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Sat, 19 March 2016, 17:57:01
Rubber dome fite me
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 19 March 2016, 17:58:34
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WOMBO on Sat, 19 March 2016, 19:34:11
(http://i.imgur.com/yBU0Oyn.jpg?1)

=D?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 19 March 2016, 19:37:17
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Sat, 19 March 2016, 19:38:15
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yBU0Oyn.jpg?1)


=D?

dat thing LOL

What is this and why does it exist?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 19 March 2016, 19:42:48
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sat, 19 March 2016, 20:03:45

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yBU0Oyn.jpg?1)


=D?

dat thing LOL

What is this and why does it exist?

It's for a game cube online game from Japan
That thing is insanely expensive! I guess because people collect Game Cube stuff?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: climbalima on Sun, 20 March 2016, 11:55:39
My planck!
(http://i.imgur.com/OV5XQAz.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HåBe on Sun, 20 March 2016, 14:46:31
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160320/3d5896ed257f95ff0f5a25a72333c1f7.jpg) Ducky Shine 5 !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Minilogo on Sun, 20 March 2016, 19:10:08
my ducky shine 3

(https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/e15/11333744_661293023971185_535675656_n.jpg?ig_cache_key=MTAxNjg5OTU4NTI1OTM0NDg5OA%3D%3D.2)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Sun, 20 March 2016, 19:18:43
Gosh, she's a pretty old gal.

(http://i.imgur.com/JJIOfVm.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/NHV897R.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 20 March 2016, 19:20:27
The ever elegant Datapoint Acer KB101A with caps from my DC-3014. Acer caps are pretty, but they aren't so pleasant to type on, at least not for me.

(http://i.imgur.com/7ChpVIY.jpg)

Just love the logo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Sun, 20 March 2016, 19:55:06
The ever elegant Datapoint Acer KB101A with caps from my DC-3014. Acer caps are pretty, but they aren't so pleasant to type on, at least not for me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7ChpVIY.jpg)


Just love the logo.
KB101 is a pretty keyboard, reminds me of the Model M.

What's wrong with the stock caps? Aren't they thick dye-sub PBT?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Sun, 20 March 2016, 21:28:09
The mighty Ducky waging the eternal war in the pit of fire and despair!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sun, 20 March 2016, 21:35:31
The mighty Ducky waging the eternal war in the pit of fire and despair!
Legit Shambler teeth
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Sun, 20 March 2016, 21:41:39
Haha! Very much so!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 20 March 2016, 22:18:59
The ever elegant Datapoint Acer KB101A with caps from my DC-3014. Acer caps are pretty, but they aren't so pleasant to type on, at least not for me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7ChpVIY.jpg)


Just love the logo.
KB101 is a pretty keyboard, reminds me of the Model M.

What's wrong with the stock caps? Aren't they thick dye-sub PBT?

Well, the caps are very pretty and look a lot like the dyesubbed PBT you see on salmon Alps Dell AT101 boards, but it's actually ABS with some kind of printing method that no one is sure of. It's very similar in effect to dyesubbing and goes deep into the plastic. The thing I don't like about the caps is that they are relatively thin, especially considering Alps Electric caps are the thickest Alps caps available.

I also have an Acer 6011 which has white Alps and the exact same kind of caps. I really didn't like the feel and blamed it on the SKCM White switches, but after I got the KB101A, I realized it was the caps!

There's also the KB101AS which comes with doubleshot caps that I believe are made by Alps Electric. I'm just glad I had an ANSI set that'd fit. I put my Dell AT101's PBT caps onto my Leading Edge DC-3014 and the Dell originally had the DC-3014's caps, but the Dell AT101 ultimately ended up with the Acer KB101A caps and yep. :P

Here's the DC-3014:

(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)

Not as pretty as the KB101, but it has more of a practical design and it also has NKRO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Sun, 20 March 2016, 22:36:23
The ever elegant Datapoint Acer KB101A with caps from my DC-3014. Acer caps are pretty, but they aren't so pleasant to type on, at least not for me.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7ChpVIY.jpg)


Just love the logo.
KB101 is a pretty keyboard, reminds me of the Model M.

What's wrong with the stock caps? Aren't they thick dye-sub PBT?

Well, the caps are very pretty and look a lot like the dyesubbed PBT you see on salmon Alps Dell AT101 boards, but it's actually ABS with some kind of printing method that no one is sure of. It's very similar in effect to dyesubbing and goes deep into the plastic. The thing I don't like about the caps is that they are relatively thin, especially considering Alps Electric caps are the thickest Alps caps available.

I also have an Acer 6011 which has white Alps and the exact same kind of caps. I really didn't like the feel and blamed it on the SKCM White switches, but after I got the KB101A, I realized it was the caps!

There's also the KB101AS which comes with doubleshot caps that I believe are made by Alps Electric. I'm just glad I had an ANSI set that'd fit. I put my Dell AT101's PBT caps onto my Leading Edge DC-3014 and the Dell originally had the DC-3014's caps, but the Dell AT101 ultimately ended up with the Acer KB101A caps and yep. :P

Here's the DC-3014:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Not as pretty as the KB101, but it has more of a practical design and it also has NKRO.

Funny how all the caps are switched around on your boards, and they all fit! :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Sun, 20 March 2016, 23:37:11
Back to this guy:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


In other news, I'm starting to really lose interest in my formerly beloved Octagon v1. I'm not sure if it's the SA key caps, the feel compared to Alps, or what, but it's the board I type on the least these days.

I don't want to sell it since I had a special case made for both it and the Lightpad, but ahh... I don't know anymore!

I've always thought this board was absolutely gorgeous and beautiful sounding!!!

Really really jelly.


Finishing up a draft in Scrivener, so it's back to this ol' boy.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jqq2Wze.jpg)


Beautiful photo, man.

I forget how beautiful a stock HHKB theme can be. Sublime.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 20 March 2016, 23:59:48
Here's the DC-3014:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


Not as pretty as the KB101, but it has more of a practical design and it also has NKRO.

Nice.   I need dem caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 21 March 2016, 00:23:06
Back to this guy:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PLuKVN2.jpg)


In other news, I'm starting to really lose interest in my formerly beloved Octagon v1. I'm not sure if it's the SA key caps, the feel compared to Alps, or what, but it's the board I type on the least these days.

I don't want to sell it since I had a special case made for both it and the Lightpad, but ahh... I don't know anymore!

I've always thought this board was absolutely gorgeous and beautiful sounding!!!

Really really jelly.

Oh, you mean the DC-3014? It certainly is a Korean classic, haha. It's definitely a very sleek board in its own right. It's got some simple but organic curves where the KB101A is all about angles and is a little embellished, haha.

Also, I agree on the note about the HHKB. It is simple but very classy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 21 March 2016, 00:34:04
Oh, you mean the DC-3014? It certainly is a Korean classic, haha. It's definitely a very sleek board in its own right. It's got some simple but organic curves where the KB101A is all about angles and is a little embellished, haha.

Also, I agree on the note about the HHKB. It is simple but very classy.

Yeah, sorry, I should have specified. I just saw the photo and I had to respond to it :P

It really is a simple yet beautiful board. Something about the combination of WKL + that top bezel + that logo is just perfect :P Even the side cable ~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:06:43
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160320/3d5896ed257f95ff0f5a25a72333c1f7.jpg)
Ducky Shine 5 !

Welcome to Geekhack!

Which Ducky is that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:17:03
So, I've really been using that KB101A for a week now, and while it's been fun, I decided to go back to one of my first ever Alps keyboards, my FAME TH-5539.

(http://puu.sh/nOr1w/ac42d0fd86.JPG)

Hebrew caps that I don't want to shine, genuine blue Alps, a layout modified to ANSI, and a metal bottom. It's still my favorite Alps board, to be honest.

(http://i.imgur.com/I9ReQPy.jpg)

But with that bottom, how could it not be? :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bithor on Mon, 21 March 2016, 09:56:48
I'm just using my ****ty steelseries 6gv2 until my gateron switches arrrive, so i will be able to build my atomic keyboard.
More
(https://i.imgur.com/pgvZ6kir.jpg)

potato pic for potato keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: toidbb on Mon, 21 March 2016, 10:36:29
Novatouch in aluminum case with tuned and silenced sliders. Stock keycaps to be switched out soon.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160321/2fbb4fa3f26b98a163a2abd999585158.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Mon, 21 March 2016, 12:53:50
Novatouch in aluminum case with tuned and silenced sliders. Stock keycaps to be switched out soon.

Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160321/2fbb4fa3f26b98a163a2abd999585158.jpg)

why do people silence topre, is it not quiet enough?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Mon, 21 March 2016, 13:11:42
Novatouch in aluminum case with tuned and silenced sliders. Stock keycaps to be switched out soon.

Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160321/2fbb4fa3f26b98a163a2abd999585158.jpg)

why do people silence topre, is it not quiet enough?
For some people the thock can be a little irritating, especially with heavy keycaps. I imagine the aluminum case adds a little reverb to the thock. I would probably do the same.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WOMBO on Mon, 21 March 2016, 13:39:09

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yBU0Oyn.jpg?1)


=D?

dat thing LOL

What is this and why does it exist?

It's for a game cube online game from Japan
Haha, specifically i believe it's for Phantasy Star Online.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dtaflorida on Mon, 21 March 2016, 14:43:04
Team Wolf Void Ray with Gateron brown switches, soon to have a few switches modded to 80g springs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y2bd on Mon, 21 March 2016, 17:17:57
(http://i.imgur.com/MZGMqqi.jpg)

Away from my apartment at the moment, all I brought with me is my Pok3r with Clears. Got this recently, and coming from Blues and Browns thought the clears were mighty heavy. Didn't take long for me to get used to it though, and looking forward to returning to my apartment in a week or so and seeing how light Browns will feel in comparison, heh. Also still deciding if I want to do something about that blue LED that's essentially always on as I have some keys swapped around in my normal use case...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 21 March 2016, 17:21:20
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 22 March 2016, 05:07:27
Is there something wrong with imgur?  There's three "missing image" place-holders on this page alone!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dgneo on Tue, 22 March 2016, 05:09:15
(http://i.imgur.com/516crUg.jpg)

660m
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 10:08:38
Is there something wrong with imgur?  There's three "missing image" place-holders on this page alone!

Sometimes imgur goes over capacity for one reason or another. Some hits and uploads will bring it to it's knees.
Most of the time it's just fine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 10:14:20
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: quochung1989 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 10:17:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NEhRtKd.jpg)


It's so nice

But black cable is not suite :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 10:20:17
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: quochung1989 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 10:31:03
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NEhRtKd.jpg)


It's so nice

But black cable is not suite :(

it's ok, I have a G81 coiled cable with sleeve in the mail brother

Sound good :thumb: But I think White/Beige cable & 360C will better than black  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Tue, 22 March 2016, 11:03:41
An AEK1 with Salmon alps I managed to snag from goodwill at work.

Black Unicomp 103 key Classic with a set of white caps with green text.

Love them both.  I will say, I think original AEK keyboards are super underrated.  I really want to get my hands on a good condition  board with orange Alps.

I'll try to post pics later.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: naasfu on Tue, 22 March 2016, 13:50:36
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(http://i.imgur.com/NEhRtKd.jpg)


It's so nice

that's pretty. :)  what switches did you end up using for it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 14:04:38
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 22 March 2016, 14:10:04
(http://imgur.com/oiLovYH)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Tue, 22 March 2016, 19:27:30
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=D?

Wow! I never would have thought such a thing existed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Tue, 22 March 2016, 19:31:04
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660m

I'm really liking the green/white combo like that more and more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 22 March 2016, 19:31:57
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darkshado on Tue, 22 March 2016, 22:37:00
Getting acquainted with my first mechanical keyboard: a WASD V2 with MX Clears:

(http://i.imgur.com/QLu9XsY.jpg)

Charcoal keys, blue modifiers, white legends using the Coda font, for those wondering.

I like it so far; after years on rubber domes and scissor switches I have to train myself to avoid bottoming out (and the subsequent "clack", no o-rings at the moment, maybe later).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Wed, 23 March 2016, 04:18:30
Getting acquainted with my first mechanical keyboard: a WASD V2 with MX Clears:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QLu9XsY.jpg)


Charcoal keys, blue modifiers, white legends using the Coda font, for those wondering.

I like it so far; after years on rubber domes and scissor switches I have to train myself to avoid bottoming out (and the subsequent "clack", no o-rings at the moment, maybe later).

I'm amazed you can bottom out on clears, when i had my MX Clears boards i could not bottom out unless doing so deliberately since the bottom out force i believe is around 100cn?  But you will get used to it fairly quickly with some usage.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Wed, 23 March 2016, 13:37:26
Getting acquainted with my first mechanical keyboard: a WASD V2 with MX Clears:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QLu9XsY.jpg)


Charcoal keys, blue modifiers, white legends using the Coda font, for those wondering.

I like it so far; after years on rubber domes and scissor switches I have to train myself to avoid bottoming out (and the subsequent "clack", no o-rings at the moment, maybe later).

I'm amazed you can bottom out on clears, when i had my MX Clears boards i could not bottom out unless doing so deliberately since the bottom out force i believe is around 100cn?  But you will get used to it fairly quickly with some usage.

I bottom out my Clears fairly often but only because I use Greens at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Wed, 23 March 2016, 13:43:07
Getting acquainted with my first mechanical keyboard: a WASD V2 with MX Clears:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QLu9XsY.jpg)


Charcoal keys, blue modifiers, white legends using the Coda font, for those wondering.

I like it so far; after years on rubber domes and scissor switches I have to train myself to avoid bottoming out (and the subsequent "clack", no o-rings at the moment, maybe later).

I'm amazed you can bottom out on clears, when i had my MX Clears boards i could not bottom out unless doing so deliberately since the bottom out force i believe is around 100cn?  But you will get used to it fairly quickly with some usage.

I bottom out my Clears fairly often but only because I use Greens at work.
Been thinking of taking my greens to class since everyone's chair squeaking will just drown them out anyway.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: w00zie on Wed, 23 March 2016, 14:14:42
Realforce 103UB Uniform 55g  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/AGWOUDV.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Wed, 23 March 2016, 14:38:19
Getting acquainted with my first mechanical keyboard: a WASD V2 with MX Clears:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QLu9XsY.jpg)


Charcoal keys, blue modifiers, white legends using the Coda font, for those wondering.

I like it so far; after years on rubber domes and scissor switches I have to train myself to avoid bottoming out (and the subsequent "clack", no o-rings at the moment, maybe later).

I'm amazed you can bottom out on clears, when i had my MX Clears boards i could not bottom out unless doing so deliberately since the bottom out force i believe is around 100cn?  But you will get used to it fairly quickly with some usage.

I bottom out my Clears fairly often but only because I use Greens at work.
Been thinking of taking my greens to class since everyone's chair squeaking will just drown them out anyway.

I bought o-rings anticipating that my co-workers would complain and I would have to use them but no one seemed to mind!  Sometimes people will remark that I'm making quite a ruckus in my office but usually only if I am typing something up like an email (or maybe a GH post or two) and they happen to be walking by.

Realforce 103UB Uniform 55g  :)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/AGWOUDV.jpg)


Need
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Wed, 23 March 2016, 14:48:07
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Away from my apartment at the moment, all I brought with me is my Pok3r with Clears. Got this recently, and coming from Blues and Browns thought the clears were mighty heavy. Didn't take long for me to get used to it though, and looking forward to returning to my apartment in a week or so and seeing how light Browns will feel in comparison, heh. Also still deciding if I want to do something about that blue LED that's essentially always on as I have some keys swapped around in my normal use case...

This is the exact board that I am using right now as I wait for my dozen group buys ^ ^. I desoldered that constant LED. It was really annoying.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1491/25057288033_bc6249111f_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Ebe9Kt)DSC_9142.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Ebe9Kt) by bmilcs (https://www.flickr.com/photos/52658307@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1571/25684026495_4d8039ad34_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/F8Bmg2)DSC_9141.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/F8Bmg2) by bmilcs (https://www.flickr.com/photos/52658307@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Wed, 23 March 2016, 14:53:15
Realforce 103UB Uniform 55g  :)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/AGWOUDV.jpg)

Nice pickup, haven't seen one of those in some time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Wed, 23 March 2016, 21:34:31
Realforce 103UB Uniform 55g  :)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/AGWOUDV.jpg)

Nice pickup, haven't seen one of those in some time.

wha, what???  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Wed, 23 March 2016, 21:39:23
So, I've really been using that KB101A for a week now, and while it's been fun, I decided to go back to one of my first ever Alps keyboards, my FAME TH-5539.

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(http://puu.sh/nOr1w/ac42d0fd86.JPG)


Hebrew caps that I don't want to shine, genuine blue Alps, a layout modified to ANSI, and a metal bottom. It's still my favorite Alps board, to be honest.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/I9ReQPy.jpg)


But with that bottom, how could it not be? :P

This is legitimately one of my favorite boards here. Love it every time i see it  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 24 March 2016, 05:27:30
QFS MX green JTK WoB with Electric Bluegaloo modifiers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 24 March 2016, 06:58:23
So, I've really been using that KB101A for a week now, and while it's been fun, I decided to go back to one of my first ever Alps keyboards, my FAME TH-5539.

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nOr1w/ac42d0fd86.JPG)


Hebrew caps that I don't want to shine, genuine blue Alps, a layout modified to ANSI, and a metal bottom. It's still my favorite Alps board, to be honest.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/I9ReQPy.jpg)


But with that bottom, how could it not be? :P

This is legitimately one of my favorite boards here. Love it every time i see it  :eek:

Aww man, thanks! When I saw this post before even noticing who you quoted, I was not expecting to see my board! I appreciate it! The board was definitely a lot of work, though that seems like forever ago now.

It's definitely my favorite vintage Alps board. Truly an early endgame in the vintage world  for me, haha.
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HåBe on Thu, 24 March 2016, 10:17:47
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Ducky Shine 5 !

Welcome to Geekhack!

Which Ducky is that?

Shine 5:) Whit mx black
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 24 March 2016, 12:18:37
Back to my 60% end game again:

(http://puu.sh/nS8pT/9d2e408afd.JPG)

Orion v2 w/ Alps coming soon though. We'll see where it stands. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 24 March 2016, 12:20:07
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: didntgotomedschool on Thu, 24 March 2016, 12:25:11
Leopold 660M with Cherry Reds!

Just got it about an hour ago and I'm LOVING it! It feels, sounds, and looks SO much better than the Magicforce 68 with Kaihl reds I was using. It's also more comfortable than the Filco MiniLa I tried.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Thu, 24 March 2016, 12:25:43
Back to my 60% end game again:

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nS8pT/9d2e408afd.JPG)


Orion v2 w/ Alps coming soon though. We'll see where it stands. ;)

Interesting palm rest anymore deets on that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 24 March 2016, 12:57:03
Back to my 60% end game again:

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nS8pT/9d2e408afd.JPG)


Orion v2 w/ Alps coming soon though. We'll see where it stands. ;)

Interesting palm rest anymore deets on that?

It's ALWAYS the palm rest.  :blank: Where's the keyboard? I dunno, all I see is a palm rest! :P

It was made by Den from Battlestation10. He's a swell guy and did this one for me on the house, much to my surprise. It's an amazing and durable wrist rest and it goes really well with the board.

http://battlestation.io/collections/artisan-hardwood-wrist-rests
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: b0f0 on Thu, 24 March 2016, 13:29:58
Ergodox and Ducky Shine 3...
Have to use both, because I dont know how to use ergodox with blank keys.
I ordered 80 keys ergodox and now I have to programe it, to get the layout I want. So lots of work wainting for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Thu, 24 March 2016, 13:30:57
gonna use that ski data
wish I could use the extra keys and track ball

(http://i.imgur.com/WwFiM2E.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Thu, 24 March 2016, 14:19:08
gonna use that ski data
wish I could use the extra keys and track ball

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WwFiM2E.jpg)

It's so beautiful! (http://i.imgur.com/faAbB4m.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 24 March 2016, 16:38:38
gonna use that ski data
wish I could use the extra keys and track ball

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WwFiM2E.jpg)


Yeah man, nice palm rest. Need them deetz on that there one.  :cool:

Also, that coke is amazing! :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 24 March 2016, 16:40:34
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Fri, 25 March 2016, 22:42:15
gonna use that ski data
wish I could use the extra keys and track ball

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WwFiM2E.jpg)


I have to say I really like the color scheme on the Skidata. The whole thing is such a classic. I can tell immediately without even knowing much about the history. It reminds me of my childhood a bit and the 80's Galactatron era. I want to eventually get those orange/dark grey caps and a blue top case like the KUL has. I think it would look pretty sweet.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Fri, 25 March 2016, 22:43:10
Back to my 60% end game again:

Show Image
(http://puu.sh/nS8pT/9d2e408afd.JPG)


Orion v2 w/ Alps coming soon though. We'll see where it stands. ;)

That looks like a pretty fun desk there, I like the numberpad as well!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 25 March 2016, 22:58:49
A Chicony KB-5181 with Monterey Blue Alps.

Great little keyboard, the creaky case is no fun though. Definitely one of the worst cases around.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Fri, 25 March 2016, 23:35:13
A Chicony KB-5181 with Monterey Blue Alps.

Great little keyboard, the creaky case is no fun though. Definitely one of the worst cases around.

Sounds good.

I saw a couple of other people posting about the Alps switches just now and I watched a video review of them which looked pretty compelling. I think I would like to try something like that as a contrast to the MX browns. I really need those for comfort, but I wouldn't mind some stiff, clicky switches for an enthusiast rush from time to time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 26 March 2016, 00:09:15
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 26 March 2016, 04:56:42
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160320/3d5896ed257f95ff0f5a25a72333c1f7.jpg)
Ducky Shine 5 !

Welcome to Geekhack!

Which Ducky is that?

Shine 5:) Whit mx black

Somehow it just looks Right!

If I knew what I was doing when I bought my first Ducky, it would have had MX blacks.  And blue LEDs, as that was one of the very few other options available back then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 26 March 2016, 06:13:19
CPSQ with vintage blacks, OG cherry caps, and some GMK.  My fav!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kuZ8RpS.jpg?1)

bro you're making me want to buy the board  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 26 March 2016, 08:14:11
Would you like me to refer to the same keyboard I am using now?  Okay.
http://imgur.com/a/O7ayY
My keyboard of the year.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gain on Sat, 26 March 2016, 23:39:16
Part of an ongoing initiative to teach someone very close to me how to solder, we knuckled down over the easter break and finished up...

A Winkeyless mini EX X2 /w gateron clears, stickered, swapped springs /w 62g (should've gone heavier oops), forgot to lube. A beautiful trainwreck of a first project sporting the GMK Valentine set (featuring mismatched right shift).

I still need to slap leds in, otherwise it's pretty comfy. I'll post photos once it's properly finished  :thumb:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 26 March 2016, 23:40:29
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 26 March 2016, 23:42:05
CPSQ with vintage blacks, OG cherry caps, and some GMK.  My fav!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kuZ8RpS.jpg?1)

bro you're making me want to buy the board  :'(

you're making me want to go fishing you seal!
I'm not a freakin seal

omg alienman
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 26 March 2016, 23:42:59
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sat, 26 March 2016, 23:54:28
CPSQ with vintage blacks, OG cherry caps, and some GMK.  My fav!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kuZ8RpS.jpg?1)

bro you're making me want to buy the board  :'(

you're making me want to go fishing you seal!
I'm not a freakin seal

omg alienman


FALSE
PLS MODS
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 26 March 2016, 23:56:06
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Funderwood on Sun, 27 March 2016, 09:03:38
Is that the original case for the Duck one?



gonna use that ski data
wish I could use the extra keys and track ball

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WwFiM2E.jpg)


I have to say I really like the color scheme on the Skidata. The whole thing is such a classic. I can tell immediately without even knowing much about the history. It reminds me of my childhood a bit and the 80's Galactatron era. I want to eventually get those orange/dark grey caps and a blue top case like the KUL has. I think it would look pretty sweet.

Here's my set of GMK Dolch I just got and installed on a Ducky ONE TKL. Sorry for the crap pics, it looks much better in person. ;) The spacebar feels MUCH better, BTW.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Sun, 27 March 2016, 13:37:27
Yes. It's all stock except for the caps and the braided micro-USB cable. I like the design but it would be nicer if it were a black alloy. :) What I really like about the case is it's very ergonomic, in that it's easy to pick up and hold and/or move around. It's a solid and weighty board with no flex, but it's still relatively easy to hold in one hand and type with the other. I want to say it has a "sporty" feel to it. Basic, but solid and well performing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KH on Sun, 27 March 2016, 16:02:16
Pok3r w/ clears, it doesn't have as good FN button settings as Poker II but getting used to.  Still, love the board. :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 28 March 2016, 18:16:14
Dead split between my HHKB Pro 2 and my RF 87U 55G

Prefer the layout of my RF since i am more accustomed to it...and the 55G switches have a bit more snap to them.

Prefer the HHKB as my hands move around a lot less which is more comfortable long term...and while i prefer the feel and sound of 55g switches the 45G switches are more comfortable long term use.   The layout is very odd to get used to though to put it mildly.

So at moment switching them out almost Bi-Daily
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 28 March 2016, 19:10:29
Dead split between my HHKB Pro 2 and my RF 87U 55G

Prefer the layout of my RF since i am more accustomed to it...and the 55G switches have a bit more snap to them.

Prefer the HHKB as my hands move around a lot less which is more comfortable long term...and while i prefer the feel and sound of 55g switches the 45G switches are more comfortable long term use.   The layout is very odd to get used to though to put it mildly.

So at moment switching them out almost Bi-Daily

Tough call, I'd call it a draw.. I have HHKB at the office and RealForce at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 28 March 2016, 19:11:30
Using "kb" of my iPad Air, which is absolute horrible in every way imaginable. Wondering whether android kbs are better. But I cannot plugin a mech into my iPad or can I?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 28 March 2016, 23:47:41
My Alps Orion v2 and Alps Lightpad, aww yeah. The dynamic duo is nearly complete. Using a substitute space bar until the black one is ready and the Lightpad has no plate atm, just put Alps on the PCB (holtite sockets, not soldered). Dyed AT101 caps, mainly. :P

(http://puu.sh/nXOIk/6bf86112a4.JPG)

The Lightpad uses tinted polycarbonate inserts I hand made with a dremel, but the Orion v2 has its stock acrylic inserts, but I decided to dye them today, or tint them really, to match the Lightpad. They were the only parts that looked off on the board, imo. Too white, but now they're tinted. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darkshado on Tue, 29 March 2016, 00:13:27
Using "kb" of my iPad Air, which is absolute horrible in every way imaginable. Wondering whether android kbs are better. But I cannot plugin a mech into my iPad or can I?

Find a mech with bluetooth, ? ? ? ? ? ? profit!

Also, yes, Android software keyboards are leaps and bounds better with swiping support etc, etc.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 29 March 2016, 00:27:43
what a wild guess
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FLFisherman on Tue, 29 March 2016, 07:36:10
what a wild guess

I think you just like any rubber domes (membranes included).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 29 March 2016, 08:22:54
Using "kb" of my iPad Air, which is absolute horrible in every way imaginable. Wondering whether android kbs are better. But I cannot plugin a mech into my iPad or can I?

With the lightning USB camera adapter certain low power mechs will work, the pok3r non backlit model for example works perfectly fine with my iPad mini.  YMMV greatly depending on the keyboard used.

I can also say the HHKB Pro 2 does not work due to the usb hub's power needs


Never had a single backlit board work at all

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 29 March 2016, 08:26:52
Using "kb" of my iPad Air, which is absolute horrible in every way imaginable. Wondering whether android kbs are better. But I cannot plugin a mech into my iPad or can I?

With the lightning USB camera adapter certain low power mechs will work, the pok3r non backlit model for example works perfectly fine with my iPad mini.  YMMV greatly depending on the keyboard used.

Good to know, thanks. Time to get me one of those adapters and try it out! Will make it more easy to post on GH when I'm in bed at night.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Fri, 01 April 2016, 11:32:02
IBM AT Model F!

The F hype is real, the ping is real, and my Ctrl key is where my Caps Lock used to be. Super fun to type on..

(http://i.imgur.com/Z34ROoq.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 01 April 2016, 14:31:46
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Fri, 01 April 2016, 14:39:39
IBM AT Model F!

The F hype is real, the ping is real, and my Ctrl key is where my Caps Lock used to be. Super fun to type on..

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Z34ROoq.jpg)


that's in fantastic shape!  Hope the plate looks as good as the rest!  Very nice!

Thanks Alienman! I cleaned it up quite a bit, just got it all back together. The plate does have some minor corrosion areas on the surface but overall it's in excellent shape, even got the original box =).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Fri, 01 April 2016, 14:51:53
Rantopad MXX with Gateron Blues:

(http://i.imgur.com/HM28aJG.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Sat, 02 April 2016, 02:00:27
IBM AT Model F!

The F hype is real, the ping is real, and my Ctrl key is where my Caps Lock used to be. Super fun to type on..

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Z34ROoq.jpg)


that's in fantastic shape!  Hope the plate looks as good as the rest!  Very nice!

Thanks Alienman! I cleaned it up quite a bit, just got it all back together. The plate does have some minor corrosion areas on the surface but overall it's in excellent shape, even got the original box =).

That's beautiful! I have a Dell Bigfoot on the way that I hope looks half as nice. That just looks classic though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sat, 02 April 2016, 10:10:24
Using my wife's Chromebook keyboard right now :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Sat, 02 April 2016, 11:13:10
Kul Es-87, stock keycaps, gpl205 lubed sliders, victorinox springs stems, 62g sprit victorinoxed. Finally experiencing true ergo-clear and it's growing on me. It's just a smidge too light for me. I'm thinking my 65g Zealios will be IDEAL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Sat, 02 April 2016, 16:06:07
A whole bunch of keyboards because I'm at the meetup!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: limitz on Sat, 02 April 2016, 23:12:22
Been typing on the Jane R1 for a few days, built with tactile switches, it's a very nice board. Changing it up a little bit though and using an old favorite for few weeks: LZ-SE, 55g stickered and lubed vintage blacks.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 03 April 2016, 00:12:07
Finally put the painted (krylon fusion) space bar onto my Orion v2 after patiently waiting 6/7 days for the paint to fully bond to the plastic. It's not going to be all that abused, so I figured why not. Glad I got it on right on the first try.

(http://puu.sh/o49TP/5eeb3320e2.JPG)

Also put little rubber landing pads down for the space bar as that's how I like it on my vintage Alps boards. It's so much better that way:

(http://puu.sh/o4aeb/9095a7b23c.JPG)

This is how it looked before with the temp spacebar.
More
(http://i.imgur.com/2chf2f4.jpg)


I'm so glad to have it all finally done up and with the copper weight too!
More
(http://i.imgur.com/I9jo4bP.jpg)



Last thing I need to do is sleeve a custom cable for this one. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WOMBO on Sun, 03 April 2016, 13:53:37
(http://i.imgur.com/oIRar1N.jpg)

wkl b.face x sprit acrylic case

am i cool yet
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 03 April 2016, 14:21:08
Been typing on the Jane R1 for a few days, built with tactile switches, it's a very nice board. Changing it up a little bit though and using an old favorite for few weeks: LZ-SE, 55g stickered and lubed vintage blacks.

(Attachment Link)

How do you like em caps? Are they worth it? They sure do look friggin sexy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Sun, 03 April 2016, 14:22:40
mx5000 :D

(http://i.imgur.com/NAqZ2hd.jpg)

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 03 April 2016, 14:23:37
mx5000 :D

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What's on that spacebar??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Sun, 03 April 2016, 14:25:36
mx5000 :D

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What's on that spacebar??

The space bar was designed to be extended which is great for me because my right thumb tends to float very far left.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sun, 03 April 2016, 14:43:02
mx5000 :D

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That keyboard deserves a custom pelican case!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Sun, 03 April 2016, 15:01:52
mx5000 :D

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That keyboard deserves a custom pelican case!

Amazon box with a lot foam works well. lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sun, 03 April 2016, 15:07:16
i still wanna try one of those. too bad they're really expensive :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jerue on Sun, 03 April 2016, 16:09:38
mx5000 :D

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wow, looks like it's in excellent shape too! nice get.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Sun, 03 April 2016, 16:40:34
mx5000 :D

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wow, looks like it's in excellent shape too! nice get.

yeah its in like new condition there are no blemishes on the keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Sun, 03 April 2016, 21:39:19
Using my wife's Chromebook keyboard right now :(
Oh GOD! My gf has one of those satan-spawned Chromebooks.  >:D Worst kb I've ever typed on (except for the "kb" on my smart phone)! I can't play games on the thing...so, what's the point??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sun, 03 April 2016, 21:51:57
Using my wife's Chromebook keyboard right now :(
Oh GOD! My gf has one of those satan-spawned Chromebooks.  >:D Worst kb I've ever typed on (except for the "kb" on my smart phone)! I can't play games on the thing...so, what's the point??

Honestly it works just fine for my wife as she pretty much only uses it for streaming, but the typing experience is pretty bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smknjoe on Sun, 03 April 2016, 22:02:46
NIB I got a couple of years ago. Big difference from the used one I'm doing a bolt mod on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcoffin1981 on Sun, 03 April 2016, 23:23:13
Back to my 60% end game again:

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Orion v2 w/ Alps coming soon though. We'll see where it stands. ;)

Interesting palm rest anymore deets on that?

It's ALWAYS the palm rest.  :blank: Where's the keyboard? I dunno, all I see is a palm rest! :P

It was made by Den from Battlestation10. He's a swell guy and did this one for me on the house, much to my surprise. It's an amazing and durable wrist rest and it goes really well with the board.

http://battlestation.io/collections/artisan-hardwood-wrist-rests

The wrist rests are handsome, but I would imagine they are a little hard on the bottom of your wrists.  I used to use foam wrist rests, but I found myself resting my wrist even when  I was typing, so I stopped using them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 04 April 2016, 01:06:42
The wrist rests are handsome, but I would imagine they are a little hard on the bottom of your wrists.  I used to use foam wrist rests, but I found myself resting my wrist even when  I was typing, so I stopped using them.

I actually started with foam rests too, like the Grifiti, and actually still have mine. I rest my palms on my rests, never my wrists, but yeah, floating your wrists while typing is definitely the best thing to do, posture wise. I don't put a lot of pressure on my palms when I rest them while typing, but I do recall times in the past where my palms hurt a little while typing. That was probably after getting used to the wooden ones as I transitioned off of the Grifiti rests.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jaffers on Mon, 04 April 2016, 01:25:50
mx5000 :D

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wow, looks like it's in excellent shape too! nice get.

yeah its in like new condition there are no blemishes on the keys

How many organs did you have to give up to get that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: undefinedmechanicalmind on Mon, 04 April 2016, 01:31:04
Been typing on the Jane R1 for a few days, built with tactile switches, it's a very nice board. Changing it up a little bit though and using an old favorite for few weeks: LZ-SE, 55g stickered and lubed vintage blacks.

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When you tire of that Retro set, please remember my standing offer to do lude things to you. Just kidding.  But seriously, anything.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: undefinedmechanicalmind on Mon, 04 April 2016, 01:37:25
Finally put the painted (krylon fusion) space bar onto my Orion v2 after patiently waiting 6/7 days for the paint to fully bond to the plastic. It's not going to be all that abused, so I figured why not. Glad I got it on right on the first try.

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Also put little rubber landing pads down for the space bar as that's how I like it on my vintage Alps boards. It's so much better that way:

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This is how it looked before with the temp spacebar.
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I'm so glad to have it all finally done up and with the copper weight too!
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Last thing I need to do is sleeve a custom cable for this one. :)
That copper is so unnecessarily beautiful.  You make me happy. Just knowing its down there.  Like when I was a kid, my father kept his welding rods in the cellar in a metal canister with a light on inside and a cord trailing from the lid. it was like a military kind with those snap latches that seal very tight.  It was always plugged in, and although no light escaped the bomb-like case, it was always warm. Made me happy just knowing the light was continuously on down there in that cold musty basement hidden.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Mon, 04 April 2016, 03:31:07
mx5000 :D

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wow, looks like it's in excellent shape too! nice get.

yeah its in like new condition there are no blemishes on the keys

How many organs did you have to give up to get that?

None I think the price I paid was very fair but no box unfortunately  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jaffers on Mon, 04 April 2016, 03:35:44
mx5000 :D

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wow, looks like it's in excellent shape too! nice get.

yeah its in like new condition there are no blemishes on the keys

How many organs did you have to give up to get that?

None I think the price I paid was very fair but no box unfortunately  :'(

Condition looks gr8, d-do you want to share what you paid for it? I have been searching around for one
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacramentoplaya on Mon, 04 April 2016, 16:38:43
This.

(http://i.imgur.com/NLH3kYU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 04 April 2016, 18:23:38
This.

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Why the blue and purple cap? Just for fun or the looks? Or something functional to you?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacramentoplaya on Mon, 04 April 2016, 19:42:15
This.

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Why the blue and purple cap? Just for fun or the looks? Or something functional to you?
The blue F9 is a command key for my court reporting software.  F8 and F10 are other less-used commands that mess things up when hit unintentionally, and I have to hold down the FN key at the same time.  Kind of a pain in the butt.  Still worth it.  Considering a HHKB2LIFE tat on my stomach like Tupac.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 04 April 2016, 20:12:37
Took my Hammer out for a while, but I think I'm still in Orion blss since I wanted to go back to the Orion v2 pretty quickly. The Hammer Alps board is still a huge favorite of mine, but I'm loving this Orion v2 with the copper weight, blue alps, and everything.

(http://puu.sh/o6seV/4f5fd4fe3a.JPG)

Still, the shades of red this case has are just so beautiful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 04 April 2016, 20:14:19
Took my Hammer out for a while, but I think I'm still in Orion blss since I wanted to go back to the Orion v2 pretty quickly. The Hammer Alps board is still a huge favorite of mine, but I'm loving this Orion v2 with the copper weight, blue alps, and everything.

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Still, the shades of red this case has are just so beautiful.

That case is amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Mon, 04 April 2016, 20:23:17
Took my Hammer out for a while, but I think I'm still in Orion blss since I wanted to go back to the Orion v2 pretty quickly. The Hammer Alps board is still a huge favorite of mine, but I'm loving this Orion v2 with the copper weight, blue alps, and everything.

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Still, the shades of red this case has are just so beautiful.

That case is amazing.

Aye :)

I've been meaning to ask. What is going on with that sticker?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 04 April 2016, 20:31:11
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 04 April 2016, 20:37:48
Took my Hammer out for a while, but I think I'm still in Orion blss since I wanted to go back to the Orion v2 pretty quickly. The Hammer Alps board is still a huge favorite of mine, but I'm loving this Orion v2 with the copper weight, blue alps, and everything.

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Still, the shades of red this case has are just so beautiful.

That case is amazing.

Aye :)

I've been meaning to ask. What is going on with that sticker?

Ahh, I just like having it displayed, I don't know. Nostalgia?  :)  Den gave it to me with the wrist rest he made for the Hammer Alps board, but I didn't want to actually use it for anything, so I just have it propped up against my webcam's tripod. It's one part nostalgic to Nintendo stuff as a kid (all those kirbies!) and one part just a memento of Den's generosity. It was great dealing with him.

I guess I could put it on the headphone stand for my Sony MDR-SA5000s if I wanted to, haha.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Mon, 04 April 2016, 22:08:31
Took my Hammer out for a while, but I think I'm still in Orion blss since I wanted to go back to the Orion v2 pretty quickly. The Hammer Alps board is still a huge favorite of mine, but I'm loving this Orion v2 with the copper weight, blue alps, and everything.

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Still, the shades of red this case has are just so beautiful.

That case is amazing.

Aye :)

I've been meaning to ask. What is going on with that sticker?

Ahh, I just like having it displayed, I don't know. Nostalgia?  :)  Den gave it to me with the wrist rest he made for the Hammer Alps board, but I didn't want to actually use it for anything, so I just have it propped up against my webcam's tripod. It's one part nostalgic to Nintendo stuff as a kid (all those kirbies!) and one part just a memento of Den's generosity. It was great dealing with him.

I guess I could put it on the headphone stand for my Sony MDR-SA5000s if I wanted to, haha.

Ah ok, thank you haha. I've seen it in a bunch of pictures
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 04 April 2016, 22:20:09
Ah ok, thank you haha. I've seen it in a bunch of pictures

Haha, no problem, man. Glad to settle your curiosity.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rm-rf on Tue, 05 April 2016, 23:52:16
going to give this a test drive for a few days...
(http://i.imgur.com/EF4yEyg.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Wed, 06 April 2016, 06:03:12
going to give this a test drive for a few days...
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That's a HHKB amiright? You'll love it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Thu, 07 April 2016, 16:53:07
RS78 will switch on the alu bottom once i get bored of the LED's  :)) Now i just need to find out how to flash TMK onto it.

(http://i.imgur.com/T71vTMS.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 09 April 2016, 23:57:51
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 05:11:09
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D

I'm jealous. I want one. Gonna make pics when I have one mmmm. I will annoy everybody around me SO MUCH.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 10 April 2016, 05:54:23
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D

I'm jealous. I want one. Gonna make pics when I have one mmmm. I will annoy everybody around me SO MUCH.

I have two.  One has an SDL cable, the other a fixed PS/2 cable (which I had to rebuild as someone in the keyboard's past has thoughtfully snipped the cable off just where it entered the case.

If you're in the right place at the right time you can pick u pa bargain on these.

A little cleaning, a little soldering, sacrifice one old PC/2 rubber dome keyboard, and hey presto!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 05:56:11
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D

I'm jealous. I want one. Gonna make pics when I have one mmmm. I will annoy everybody around me SO MUCH.

I have two.  One has an SDL cable, the other a fixed PS/2 cable (which I had to rebuild as someone in the keyboard's past has thoughtfully snipped the cable off just where it entered the case.

If you're in the right place at the right time you can pick u pa bargain on these.

A little cleaning, a little soldering, sacrifice one old PC/2 rubber dome keyboard, and hey presto!

I still need to learn how to solder.. :-X

For what do you need to sacrifice a rubber dome keyboard?

I'm certainly looking out for a sweet model M deal. Or model F? nah I want a model m.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 10 April 2016, 06:03:08
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D

I'm jealous. I want one. Gonna make pics when I have one mmmm. I will annoy everybody around me SO MUCH.

I have two.  One has an SDL cable, the other a fixed PS/2 cable (which I had to rebuild as someone in the keyboard's past has thoughtfully snipped the cable off just where it entered the case.

If you're in the right place at the right time you can pick u pa bargain on these.

A little cleaning, a little soldering, sacrifice one old PC/2 rubber dome keyboard, and hey presto!

I still need to learn how to solder.. :-X

For what do you need to sacrifice a rubber dome keyboard?

I'm certainly looking out for a sweet model M deal. Or model F? nah I want a model m.

To get the PS/2 cable from it.

As documented here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45962.0).

Crikey!  That was nearly 3 years ago! :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 06:07:56
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D

I'm jealous. I want one. Gonna make pics when I have one mmmm. I will annoy everybody around me SO MUCH.

I have two.  One has an SDL cable, the other a fixed PS/2 cable (which I had to rebuild as someone in the keyboard's past has thoughtfully snipped the cable off just where it entered the case.

If you're in the right place at the right time you can pick u pa bargain on these.

A little cleaning, a little soldering, sacrifice one old PC/2 rubber dome keyboard, and hey presto!

I still need to learn how to solder.. :-X

For what do you need to sacrifice a rubber dome keyboard?

I'm certainly looking out for a sweet model M deal. Or model F? nah I want a model m.

To get the PS/2 cable from it.

As documented here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45962.0).

Crikey!  That was nearly 3 years ago! :eek:

Nice pics and post! Man... now a Model M.. already planning to buy the white realforce 87U.. another HHKB... some vintage alps. A Nikon D7200 or D5500.. need a new car and a new computer. I wonder why my GF hasn't left me already. No I know... I gave her a black HHKB so she has joined the force. My wallet feels raped though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 10 April 2016, 06:21:20
Dragged one of my full size Model M out for a go this weekend.  First full sized keyboard I've used for a while.

Big and noisy :D

I'm jealous. I want one. Gonna make pics when I have one mmmm. I will annoy everybody around me SO MUCH.

I have two.  One has an SDL cable, the other a fixed PS/2 cable (which I had to rebuild as someone in the keyboard's past has thoughtfully snipped the cable off just where it entered the case.

If you're in the right place at the right time you can pick u pa bargain on these.

A little cleaning, a little soldering, sacrifice one old PC/2 rubber dome keyboard, and hey presto!

I still need to learn how to solder.. :-X

For what do you need to sacrifice a rubber dome keyboard?

I'm certainly looking out for a sweet model M deal. Or model F? nah I want a model m.

To get the PS/2 cable from it.

As documented here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45962.0).

Crikey!  That was nearly 3 years ago! :eek:

Nice pics and post! Man... now a Model M.. already planning to buy the white realforce 87U.. another HHKB... some vintage alps. A Nikon D7200 or D5500.. need a new car and a new computer. I wonder why my GF hasn't left me already. No I know... I gave her a black HHKB so she has joined the force. My wallet feels raped though.

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=67980.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Sun, 10 April 2016, 06:23:07
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smknjoe on Sun, 10 April 2016, 06:27:56
Post "bolt" (screw) mod. Much better now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:17:17
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?
What springs?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:44:47
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

+1
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:46:23
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

You make me question the purpose of life.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:48:05
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:56:18
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

I enjoy vintage blacks more than topre too...

What's so good about vintage blacks. Enlighten me!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:58:09
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

I enjoy vintage blacks more than topre too...

I usually bring my HHKB to work but now I'm replacing it with my Eagle  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 10 April 2016, 09:58:28
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 10:05:28
What's happening to me? I enjoyed using my vintage blacks now more than Topre. Did I finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

I enjoy vintage blacks more than topre too...

What's so good about vintage blacks. Enlighten me!

Honestly, I just enjoy the custom weight (you can get it exactly how you like which for me is 62g), and the cap selection is great.  Nothing beats OG cherry caps.  As for Raymogi, he might like them for other reasons, you'll need to try both to decide :)

I had blacks one (not vintage) on a steelseries 6gv2. Hated it. But perhaps I should try it on a decent board. I am more back in FPS gaming.. so I guess I could use some good linears though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 10 April 2016, 10:06:33
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Sun, 10 April 2016, 10:42:19
What's so good about vintage blacks. Enlighten me!

placebo hahaha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 10:58:38
What's so good about vintage blacks. Enlighten me!

placebo hahaha

Placebo?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Sun, 10 April 2016, 11:31:09
Placebo?

Some say they are smoother than new MX Blacks, some say there isn't much difference.
I like them because they are smooth and the stem is not as wobbly as the Gateron yellow/black switches I have.
Just have to try them for yourself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 12:35:31
Placebo?

Some say they are smoother than new MX Blacks, some say there isn't much difference.
I like them because they are smooth and the stem is not as wobbly as the Gateron yellow/black switches I have.
Just have to try them for yourself.

Dammit... bucket list updated... more money gone. This is addictive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Sun, 10 April 2016, 13:01:38
Back to the model M. I can't seem to stay away from this board too long, especially after adding some reaper classics  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Sun, 10 April 2016, 13:16:31
KUL ES-87: Krytox GPL205/105 lubed Cherry MX Clear, clipped stabilizers, 62g SPRiT 24k springs, TEMPORARY Vortex PBT Keycap set (awaiting Pulse, Nantucket Select & Granite)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1662/26352076595_666ae71e6d_h.jpg)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1548/25747212934_9d7c146192_h.jpg)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1468/26352070235_ab6b8b591e_h.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 13:20:04
KUL ES-87: Krytox GPL205/105 lubed Cherry MX Clear, clipped stabilizers, 62g SPRiT 24k springs, TEMPORARY Vortex PBT Keycap set (awaiting Pulse, Nantucket Select & Granite)

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Those are some nice pictures (and a nice board btw)? Did you have special lighting? What cam?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Sun, 10 April 2016, 13:22:26
KUL ES-87: Krytox GPL205/105 lubed Cherry MX Clear, clipped stabilizers, 62g SPRiT 24k springs, TEMPORARY Vortex PBT Keycap set (awaiting Pulse, Nantucket Select & Granite)

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Those are some nice pictures (and a nice board btw)? Did you have special lighting? What cam?

Thanks man. I am actually typing on an HHKB right now as member of the Church of Topre pass around.

I'm very grateful to have the opportunity to try Topre but I'll tell ya... the Ergoclear board w/ thick PBT is amazing. I don't think I could main a board like the HHKB. Switches are too light for my taste and I am not a fan of bottoming out, despite how soft it is on this board.

Nikon D610, vintage Nikon 60mm 2.8d, tripod mounted w/ off camera softbox flash. I really miss photography and think I may get back into it ;)

It's all in the post processing thought. <3 Lightroom
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 13:32:51
Nikon D610, vintage Nikon 60mm 2.8d, tripod mounted w/ off camera softbox flash. I really miss photography and think I may get back into it ;)

It's all in the post processing thought. <3 Lightroom

Photography is awesome! I'm just trying to get into it again.. considering D700.

You like lightroom?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 10 April 2016, 15:40:41
This loud mother

(http://i.imgur.com/cTtUHfb.jpg)

Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 10 April 2016, 15:42:27
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 10 April 2016, 15:43:25
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 15:49:41
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

Wat is dat for text entry apparatus?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:03:45
Wat is dat for text entry apparatus?

IBM 5251 beamspring, my new pride and joy!

sweet board, add it to your signature :)

Probably should. Need to take some time and take better pics of it and my Hall Effect now that they're both cleaned up :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:04:44
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

That looks so awesome. The damn thing even has a pen and pencil holder!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nubbinator on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:16:31
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

That looks so awesome. The damn thing even has a pen and pencil holder!

It's actually for a little spiral bound booklet, but you rarely see them with one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:17:45
Wat is dat for text entry apparatus?

IBM 5251 beamspring, my new pride and joy!

Fully functional and all? Wow... how do those beamsprings type? Like victory I guess..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:27:04
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

That looks so awesome. The damn thing even has a pen and pencil holder!

It's actually for a little spiral bound booklet, but you rarely see them with one.

Ah ok, haha. I was thinking there might be another reason for it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:27:45
Wat is dat for text entry apparatus?

IBM 5251 beamspring, my new pride and joy!

Fully functional and all? Wow... how do those beamsprings type? Like victory I guess..
Yup, xwhatsit really has done an amazing job with his controllers. Ludicrously easy to get working and programmable to the nines.

Victory is a pretty accurate description I think. It's like a crisper Model F with no twang and more tactility. I didn't realize something could feel and sound sturdier than a Model F but these for sure do.

Sent from my XT1097 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Sun, 10 April 2016, 16:29:10
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

Wow that looks to be in great condition! I always forget how massive these boards are, RIP your desk space.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 10 April 2016, 17:22:37
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

Wow that looks to be in great condition! I always forget how massive these boards are, RIP your desk space.

This thing is so humongous, put feet under it and it becomes your desk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 10 April 2016, 19:56:00
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))
God this one! This one is fkin majestic
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Sun, 10 April 2016, 21:07:33
What's so good about vintage blacks. Enlighten me!

placebo hahaha

Placebo?

yeah he's never tried them, so it's all in his head that they feel the same

On the contrary I have never tried the new blacks, just the vintage ones in my g80-1800. What is the difference?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smknjoe on Sun, 10 April 2016, 21:10:22
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

You'll need a booster seat for sure! If the Fs are Battleships...that's an Aircraft Carrier.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Mon, 11 April 2016, 10:29:16
No time for gaming lately, so I've been taking the chance to rotate in some 2KRO boards.

(http://i.imgur.com/qiJyYiM.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 11 April 2016, 10:35:42
This loud mother

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Don't think I'll ever need another keyboard. Just a taller seat  :))

Absolutely
Nikon D610, vintage Nikon 60mm 2.8d, tripod mounted w/ off camera softbox flash. I really miss photography and think I may get back into it ;)

It's all in the post processing thought. <3 Lightroom

Photography is awesome! I'm just trying to get into it again.. considering D700.

You like lightroom?

It's the best. Simplistic and very user friendly. The effects and tools you learn in Lightroom translate to Photoshop if you ever want to advance to the next level... but honeslty, I can do everything I really want in LR.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 11 April 2016, 13:30:58
It's the best. Simplistic and very user friendly. The effects and tools you learn in Lightroom translate to Photoshop if you ever want to advance to the next level... but honeslty, I can do everything I really want in LR.

Thanks! Lightroom it is then...

Btw not D700, I'm going to buy the D7200 with a 18-140 and a 70-200 f2.8. Can't wait!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 11 April 2016, 13:47:48
It's the best. Simplistic and very user friendly. The effects and tools you learn in Lightroom translate to Photoshop if you ever want to advance to the next level... but honeslty, I can do everything I really want in LR.

Thanks! Lightroom it is then...

Btw not D700, I'm going to buy the D7200 with a 18-140 and a 70-200 f2.8. Can't wait!

I started with the D7000. It was a fantastic camera. Are you planning on doing a lot of product/small item photos? I'd skip zooms and get primes <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Mon, 11 April 2016, 13:58:01
IBM 5251 beamspring, my new pride and joy!

Need to take some time and take better pics of it and my Hall Effect now that they're both cleaned up :)

wow, so envious. and please do take pictures, that 5251 is in amazing shape! is your hall effect one in similar shape?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 11 April 2016, 14:31:03
IBM 5251 beamspring, my new pride and joy!

Need to take some time and take better pics of it and my Hall Effect now that they're both cleaned up :)

wow, so envious. and please do take pictures, that 5251 is in amazing shape! is your hall effect one in similar shape?
Yeah it's quite nice, though it has some issues with the spacebar sticking and the U key's spring isn't quite right I don't think. It also doesn't work over USB of course, needs tons of reverse engineering.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Mon, 11 April 2016, 14:48:26
im using my vea at home constantly, love this little bugger
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 11 April 2016, 14:57:13
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Damonskv on Mon, 11 April 2016, 15:00:04
Home: HHKB
Work: FC660M(green)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 11 April 2016, 15:06:52
It's the best. Simplistic and very user friendly. The effects and tools you learn in Lightroom translate to Photoshop if you ever want to advance to the next level... but honeslty, I can do everything I really want in LR.

Thanks! Lightroom it is then...

Btw not D700, I'm going to buy the D7200 with a 18-140 and a 70-200 f2.8. Can't wait!

I started with the D7000. It was a fantastic camera. Are you planning on doing a lot of product/small item photos? I'd skip zooms and get primes <3

Product/small item photos and equire (horse) action photography (my GF and friends into horses). The latter for which I need a (super) telelense later on.

Gonna build my own lightbox as well.

What exactly is the deal with primes and why to skip zooms? I'm new to this game.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sneaky Potato on Mon, 11 April 2016, 15:10:01
Over the past couple of years I've tried most of the MX flavors except Clears, and I just received a Pok3r with clears in the mail last week. After lubing the stabilizers, I like it much better than the other switches that I've tried. I'm realizing that I like the stiffer switches, as I always found Reds, Browns, and Blues extremely lacking.

I'm a little disappointed in the tactile bump, as I was expecting it to be much more pronounced than the Browns. Somebody once compared Browns to a grain of sand in the switch, and clears to a very small pebble, and I'd agree. But it feels like you break up the pebble when you get typing fast, as I can't really feel it after I increase my speed. If the bump was extremely prominent, I would love these switches. I debated just selling it off after a couple of days, but it's growing on me a bit and I'll most likely keep it just to customize the keycaps. My daily drivers for work and home are Topre, so the thought of DSA is exciting.

I also bought a used v60 with Matias Click switches this past weekend, and it's in the mail. I have really high hopes...but if I really don't like it then I'll most like go back to my cave with my Topre boards and cry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 11 April 2016, 15:13:20
Over the past couple of years I've tried most of the MX flavors except Clears, and I just received a Pok3r with clears in the mail last week. After lubing the stabilizers, I like it much better than the other switches that I've tried. I'm realizing that I like the stiffer switches, as I always found Reds, Browns, and Blues extremely lacking.

I'm a little disappointed in the tactile bump, as I was expecting it to be much more pronounced than the Browns. Somebody once compared Browns to a grain of sand in the switch, and clears to a very small pebble, and I'd agree. But it feels like you break up the pebble when you get typing fast, as I can't really feel it after I increase my speed. If the bump was extremely prominent, I would love these switches. I debated just selling it off after a couple of days, but it's growing on me a bit and I'll most likely keep it just to customize the keycaps. My daily drivers for work and home are Topre, so the thought of DSA is exciting.

I also bought a used v60 with Matias Click switches this past weekend, and it's in the mail. I have really high hopes...but if I really don't like it then I'll most like go back to my cave with my Topre boards and cry.

I had to practice till I got it just right. I can type really fast now without bottoming out. I would say that the bump is definitely there, but it takes time to keep your fingers relaxed when typing faster. But I must admit.. when I come back to my kul with clears from my 87ub, I bottom out like a monkey.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Mon, 11 April 2016, 19:09:51
Over the past couple of years I've tried most of the MX flavors except Clears, and I just received a Pok3r with clears in the mail last week. After lubing the stabilizers, I like it much better than the other switches that I've tried. I'm realizing that I like the stiffer switches, as I always found Reds, Browns, and Blues extremely lacking.

I'm a little disappointed in the tactile bump, as I was expecting it to be much more pronounced than the Browns. Somebody once compared Browns to a grain of sand in the switch, and clears to a very small pebble, and I'd agree. But it feels like you break up the pebble when you get typing fast, as I can't really feel it after I increase my speed. If the bump was extremely prominent, I would love these switches. I debated just selling it off after a couple of days, but it's growing on me a bit and I'll most likely keep it just to customize the keycaps. My daily drivers for work and home are Topre, so the thought of DSA is exciting.

I also bought a used v60 with Matias Click switches this past weekend, and it's in the mail. I have really high hopes...but if I really don't like it then I'll most like go back to my cave with my Topre boards and cry.

I find ALPS to be similar to Cherry in this regard: the tactile bump, and even the click in clicky switches, occasionally seems to get lost as speed increases. This effect is much less pronounced on buckling springs, and absent in Topre-style switches, which seem (in a quick test I did just now) to maintain their tactility regardless of speed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: limitz on Tue, 12 April 2016, 00:10:05
Been typing on the Jane R1 for a few days, built with tactile switches, it's a very nice board. Changing it up a little bit though and using an old favorite for few weeks: LZ-SE, 55g stickered and lubed vintage blacks.

(Attachment Link)

How do you like em caps? Are they worth it? They sure do look friggin sexy!

I love the Retro colorway. Just sad I missed SA Retro, but hopefully someone will sell to me in the classifieds.

Been typing on the Jane R1 for a few days, built with tactile switches, it's a very nice board. Changing it up a little bit though and using an old favorite for few weeks: LZ-SE, 55g stickered and lubed vintage blacks.

(Attachment Link)
When you tire of that Retro set, please remember my standing offer to do lude things to you. Just kidding.  But seriously, anything.

Will do. Glad to see some ppl still like DSA Retro despite how unpopular the DSA profile is here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 12 April 2016, 06:13:10
No time for gaming lately, so I've been taking the chance to rotate in some 2KRO boards.

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Full size wooden case?

Looks great!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 12 April 2016, 08:41:20
No time for gaming lately, so I've been taking the chance to rotate in some 2KRO boards.

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Niiicee... did you make that yourself?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Tue, 12 April 2016, 09:21:03
No time for gaming lately, so I've been taking the chance to rotate in some 2KRO boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qiJyYiM.jpg)


Niiicee... did you make that yourself?

Oh, no, I can't take any credit for this one...

It's actually not a 3rd party case at all, but rather a keyboard that was manufactured that way from the start by a little company back in the 90s. Here's an article (http://articles.latimes.com/1998/dec/24/news/cl-57034) about them, if you're interested.

The keyboard itself uses simplified white ALPS and works well enough (except for being 2KRO).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 12 April 2016, 09:21:37
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 12 April 2016, 09:35:51
No time for gaming lately, so I've been taking the chance to rotate in some 2KRO boards.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qiJyYiM.jpg)


Niiicee... did you make that yourself?

Oh, no, I can't take any credit for this one...

It's actually not a 3rd party case at all, but rather a keyboard that was manufactured that way from the start by a little company back in the 90s. Here's an article (http://articles.latimes.com/1998/dec/24/news/cl-57034) about them, if you're interested.

The keyboard itself uses simplified white ALPS and works well enough (except for being 2KRO).

Ah ha! That story is pretty amazing. I would definitely hold on to that keyboard :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Tue, 12 April 2016, 10:51:59
What do you guys suggest for me? I work as an Allstate Insurance Estimator. I do insane amounts of copy / pasting, and have to use slow web based software to get quick blocks of text like Unavailable/discontinued. Similar item provided.

I was using my Pok3r for work so I had those programmed in and several macros designed for 1 button alt tab, alt d, ctrl a, ctrl c (copy url real quick).

I know that Autohotkey is probably my ticket but are there any other tools for better copy paste features in web pages, etc? I use Firefox.

I'd love to be able to speed up web page loading time somehow. I've optimized my coax into the house, cat7 cables, arris modem w/ 24 channels (on 150mbps connection lol), ac1800 router, as well as a custom built pc with 16gb 2400mhz / 4790k / ssd.

I have adblock installed in Firefox but any other tips welcome.

Speed up webpage loading? With that setup? Turn the computer on and you'll have fast page loads :))


Only if he's at 4.7ghz and above....  otherwise  it's just average...
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It's the best. Simplistic and very user friendly. The effects and tools you learn in Lightroom translate to Photoshop if you ever want to advance to the next level... but honeslty, I can do everything I really want in LR.

Thanks! Lightroom it is then...

Btw not D700, I'm going to buy the D7200 with a 18-140 and a 70-200 f2.8. Can't wait!

I started with the D7000. It was a fantastic camera. Are you planning on doing a lot of product/small item photos? I'd skip zooms and get primes <3

Product/small item photos and equire (horse) action photography (my GF and friends into horses). The latter for which I need a (super) telelense later on.

Gonna build my own lightbox as well.

What exactly is the deal with primes and why to skip zooms? I'm new to this game.

Take my advice with a grain of salt because a) I'm an enthusiast at best and b) it's been a long while since I've read up on photography. I was into it about a year ago and my interest has tapered off. This is due to keyboards + family :)

Zoom lens are for ease of use... for subjects that you can't use your body to frame properly or moving subjects... like sports.. where you need to land a specific shot in a moments notice. I have the 70-300mm IS nikon for this. For sports/horse photography, you want a quality zoom lens w/ image stabilization. That is... if your horse is moving. I actually did a photo shoot for 2 horse owners... one paid pretty well :) I primarily used the 70-300 when she was show boating... running around. For still images, I used 50mm 1.8g. If I had the 85mm, I would've used that. 85mm 1.8/1.4 are some of the best pieces of glass out there... for portraits, etc. The bokeh is unreal. For close-ups, you want a quality macro lens. I'm using a vintage 60mm 2.8D by Nikon but the 105mm is the epitome of macro lenses for most people. Keyboards are pretty large so you may be better off with a 60mm or 40mm... I am pretty sure Nikon produces the latter.

PM me if you want to talk more.

Apologies to everyone else... especially if my info isn't 100% spot on. My photo-game is rusty.

Primes are my bread and butter. They produce sharper images, better bokeh, generally faster to focus, etc. Most prime lenses will out perform even the most expensive zoom lens at that particular focal range.

So, if you're an image quality snob, which is hard to avoid, I'd go with primes. They're also a lot cheaper than the pro level zooms and still usually own them in overall IQ.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: reaper on Tue, 12 April 2016, 17:27:05
I rotate.


(http://i.imgur.com/S3uWz2a.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 12 April 2016, 17:29:08
I rotate.


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Mmmm those look sexy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: reaper on Tue, 12 April 2016, 17:32:51
Mmmm those look sexy!


Thanks!  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rxc92 on Tue, 12 April 2016, 17:38:34
Using a lovely GON, it really made me like Clears. Now I just want to try Ergos!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timerwin63 on Wed, 13 April 2016, 00:23:22
Smart 68 w/ GMK Dolch. Hoping to move to JTK Debut or a BoW set soon, though. I love this thing...

(http://i.imgur.com/PbEBsFd.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 13 April 2016, 00:24:32
Smart 68 w/ GMK Dolch. Hoping to move to JTK Debut or a BoW set soon, though. I love this thing...

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sweet board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timerwin63 on Wed, 13 April 2016, 00:32:35
Thanks! It's a pretty nice little thing. I've done a bunch of work on the switches (spring swaps, lube, SIP sockets, tuning the sound) and I can't imagine using anything else. I think I may have actually found my endgame, at least in profile. I've also got a White Fox in the mail, so it should be an interesting comparison to make. The carbon fiber plate is also a nice touch. It sounds so good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 13 April 2016, 00:36:43
Thanks! It's a pretty nice little thing. I've done a bunch of work on the switches (spring swaps, lube, SIP sockets, tuning the sound) and I can't imagine using anything else. I think I may have actually found my endgame, at least in profile. I've also got a White Fox in the mail, so it should be an interesting comparison to make. The carbon fiber plate is also a nice touch. It sounds so good.

so, are the switches hotswappable on that board?  hows the side button is it clicky at all and do you actually use it often ?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timerwin63 on Wed, 13 April 2016, 00:54:11
so, are the switches hotswappable on that board?  hows the side button is it clicky at all and do you actually use it often ?

Yup, the switches are hot-swappable on this one. The side button feels pretty good. It's got a nice sharp click to it, and it feels great. I use it a lot for F keys and playing flash games (since my arrows are bound to WASD on the function layer). I'd also use it a lot more for things like LED control, media controls, etc, but I don't actually know how to program the board or where to find instructions for it, as it's a pretty obscure piece of hardware.

(http://i.imgur.com/Epe3UfH.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/0I173p9.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Wed, 13 April 2016, 05:15:41
Unfortunately, I'm using my mbp built-in keyboard more and more as I'm more on the road. #cry
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tangtawan on Wed, 13 April 2016, 05:49:15
Novatouch TKL with Blank Thick PBT caps
IBM Model M 1995
KBT One 108 - Cherry MX White
Tt eSport Challenger Ultimate
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Wed, 13 April 2016, 07:11:09
so, are the switches hotswappable on that board?  hows the side button is it clicky at all and do you actually use it often ?

Yup, the switches are hot-swappable on this one. The side button feels pretty good. It's got a nice sharp click to it, and it feels great. I use it a lot for F keys and playing flash games (since my arrows are bound to WASD on the function layer). I'd also use it a lot more for things like LED control, media controls, etc, but I don't actually know how to program the board or where to find instructions for it, as it's a pretty obscure piece of hardware.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Epe3UfH.jpg)


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(http://i.imgur.com/0I173p9.jpg)


Now I'm curious. Any of the switches pop out while you change the keycaps? :)

Edit - Oh man, I found the video demonstration of someone removing a recap. :eek: That is awesome
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timerwin63 on Wed, 13 April 2016, 07:48:31
Now I'm curious. Any of the switches pop out while you change the keycaps? :)

Edit - Oh man, I found the video demonstration of someone removing a recap. :eek: That is awesome

It's actually surprisingly solid. I've got a video out there somewhere where I struggle to pull the right Shift switch out of the board for a couple of seconds. Partly because of the tools I was using, but mostly because they just hold really well. I've only had one switch accidentally pull on me, and the switch was old an worn at that point, so it wasn't properly grabbing the plate anyway.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: carmenohio on Wed, 13 April 2016, 19:42:15
My daily driver is a Quickfire Rapid MX Blue with PBT blanks.
Also have an RK-9000 (MX Blues), a Novatouch, and a Unicomp Ultra Classic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 14 April 2016, 11:55:40
I'm currently flipping back and forth between a Dell KB-522 and HP KU-0901 (both rubberdomes) depending on my number pad needs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 14 April 2016, 11:58:27
I'm currently flipping back and forth between a Dell KB-522 and HP KU-0901 (both rubberdomes) depending on my number pad needs.

Long time no see. :D

You haven't given up on mechanicals have you??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 14 April 2016, 13:03:39
You haven't given up on mechanicals have you??

Mostly yes, mostly.

(https://www.bargainmoose.ca/media/images/2014/08/alien-sigourney.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jackstar7 on Tue, 19 April 2016, 18:06:13
Now it shall be the Ducky/Topre 30g that just arrived. It types as I hoped it would and the silence is golden.

My 103U and 87U-Silent may find use elsewhere... but this is going to be my main until such time as it gives out on me, as I won't give up on it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snozberries on Wed, 20 April 2016, 12:19:22
Leopold FC660M - MX Reds (Daily Driver)
QFR TKL - MX Blues

These are my first boards and I just bought them in the past week. The QFR just sort of happened, planning on painting or possible giving it to a friend.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sek1ne on Wed, 20 April 2016, 12:29:20
Currently on an HP KU-0316. It's kind of a piece of crap.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 24 April 2016, 01:44:02
Lexmark SSK :)

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MasterZebra on Sun, 24 April 2016, 09:13:52
I decided to dive in head first and I started with a HHKB Pro 2 with blank white caps. Looking to start some modifications soon.  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Otesanek on Sun, 24 April 2016, 23:08:26
I decided to dive in head first and I started with a HHKB Pro 2 with blank white caps. Looking to start some modifications soon.  :cool:

Hell yeah. Solid choice. What kind of mods are you considering?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 25 April 2016, 00:13:24
I decided to dive in head first and I started with a HHKB Pro 2 with blank white caps. Looking to start some modifications soon.  :cool:

Welcome to the club :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rurushu on Mon, 25 April 2016, 02:36:39
My main is a Rosewill Rk-9000 Cherry MX Blues and secondary is a Rantopad MXX with Gateron Blues, my other boards are collecting dusts  ^-^

now researching into Topre as the temptation form the Land of Cup Rubber is very attractive.

Unfortunately, I'm using my mbp built-in keyboard more and more as I'm more on the road. #cry

I can never use laptop keyboards once I tried mechanical, heck, now cant even type properly on rubberdomes... the force required is too much to actuate a key  :(

it is time for you to go mechanical and ditch those built-in keyboards  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Malenky on Mon, 25 April 2016, 06:32:22
Lexmark SSK :)

(Attachment Link)

Oh god, Lexmark!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 25 April 2016, 06:40:14
Unfortunately, I'm using my mbp built-in keyboard more and more as I'm more on the road. #cry

I can never use laptop keyboards once I tried mechanical, heck, now cant even type properly on rubberdomes... the force required is too much to actuate a key  :(

it is time for you to go mechanical and ditch those built-in keyboards  ;D

I've tried that by putting my HHKB on top of my laptop like other people seem to do. But it never really worked for me :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rurushu on Mon, 25 April 2016, 09:16:59
Unfortunately, I'm using my mbp built-in keyboard more and more as I'm more on the road. #cry

I can never use laptop keyboards once I tried mechanical, heck, now cant even type properly on rubberdomes... the force required is too much to actuate a key  :(

it is time for you to go mechanical and ditch those built-in keyboards  ;D

I've tried that by putting my HHKB on top of my laptop like other people seem to do. But it never really worked for me :(

but wouldn't putting the HHKB or any other 60% board on top of the laptop makes typing kind of... "suffocating"?
Because you are being so close to the laptop screen and the keyboard might cover your part of your screen (specifically the bottom part) when you type?

For me, I put my TKL board INFRONT of the laptop. This works best for me  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 25 April 2016, 09:34:08
http://www.amazon.com/iGotTech-Cable-Clips-Management-System/dp/B00V3KM1Y4/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1461594747&sr=8-10&keywords=wire+management

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41dN67rl+7L._AC_US240_QL65_.jpg)

It's the little things in life :). This is fantastic for your mouse and keyboard wire, toward the edge of your desk. I am also using them for my tablet + cell charger, allowing the cables to stay put even while I adjust my standing desk to the seated position.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 25 April 2016, 09:39:30
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Mon, 25 April 2016, 10:16:14
Lexmark SSK :)

(Attachment Link)

Oh god, Lexmark!

:rolleyes:

It looks amazing with the rgby modifiers. That clack :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rurushu on Mon, 25 April 2016, 10:23:13
Still using this guy:

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(http://i.imgur.com/UVtpaaE.jpg)


Dayum... I can feel your mouse screaming of suffocation there.... so little space  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 25 April 2016, 10:51:06
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: guster11 on Mon, 25 April 2016, 12:16:20
My main is a Rosewill Rk-9000 Cherry MX Blues and secondary is a Rantopad MXX with Gateron Blues, my other boards are collecting dusts  ^-^

now researching into Topre as the temptation form the Land of Cup Rubber is very attractive.


The rk-9000 actually is a pretty decent board, I used mine for the past 3 years or so with no issues with the USB port. Linear alps are making me think about selling it since I never use it anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: venyv on Mon, 25 April 2016, 13:12:56
Ergodox Infinity with Zealio 65G switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: algernon on Mon, 25 April 2016, 14:44:29
Using an ErgoDox EZ, Gateron browns, DCS blank keycaps. Slowly learning to touch type properly. Gonna take a while, but the keyboard is lovely. So much fun will be had!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Anole on Mon, 25 April 2016, 14:47:16
My chattering Varmilo VA87M :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 25 April 2016, 14:48:02
WASD V2 with Greens per usual at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 25 April 2016, 15:07:02
Slowly... starting... to enjoy my.... kul with clears again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clacktalk on Mon, 25 April 2016, 16:07:52
dell laptop rubber dome because i've been too lazy to program macros on my hasu controller

going to buck up and finish it tonight so that i can swag out at work asap with kk mods and other secret/non-secret topre artizan tech


all i'm hearing in my head is "boom, here comes the" on repeat. i can't even finish the lyrics because i don't know them. i don't even know what song that is

pray i don't go insane before the caps reach my eager hands
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: saxophone on Wed, 27 April 2016, 12:26:27
(http://i.imgur.com/tatmVHx.jpg)
This thing at work. It's pretty much perfect. Super heavy coupled with nice feet ensures it doesn't even budge from the spot even the slightest unless if you lift it up. TKL size with numpad (my works involves lots of punching in numbers). Uses Cherry MX Brown switches, personal favorite after trying out kailh brown, gateron brown, cherry blue, ootemu brown and blue. The keycaps on the main part has been replaced with low profile mxboard 3.0 ones. Spacebar is flipped so my thumb can rest against the flat side rather than the edge.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 27 April 2016, 12:29:18
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Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: toidbb on Wed, 27 April 2016, 12:32:44
These are the boards I brought to school which I switch between all the time  :thumb:

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(http://i.imgur.com/F9jQ5vK.jpg)

Quite the collection... I see that you switched to winkeyless on the red TKL, by leaving the switches bare. Giving it that custom look.

I kid, I kid. You definitely have your choices on what to use there.

My keyboard for today. Kaliet 22-Mini

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160427/8c0f042f27eec62956677b2d681a5fc2.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 27 April 2016, 12:34:22
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Wed, 27 April 2016, 17:40:41
I'm using my ****ty rubber dome but boy I don't know why but they're not mushy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 28 April 2016, 06:09:13
Lexmark SSK :)

(Attachment Link)

Oh god, Lexmark!

:rolleyes:

It looks amazing with the rgby modifiers. That clack :eek:

Teehee :)

But it would be nice if both Shifts were the same shade of green :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ItsBarney01 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 06:12:21
Fairly simple, just your stock standard corsair K65 with cherry mx reds.  :thumb:

Sorry if that is a bit boring  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Thu, 28 April 2016, 06:45:54
Back on KUL ES-87 with MX browns at work, rocking the Midnight key set... at least until my GH-122 is built.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 28 April 2016, 07:34:39
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Thu, 28 April 2016, 07:43:04
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.

whaaat? Sifo likes linear switches????
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 28 April 2016, 07:46:36
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.

whaaat? Sifo likes linear switches????

kinda gross i know but theoretically you can type faster on them.

also i was playing a lot of counterstrike so it was nice to have them for that. gonna rotate clears back in soon though lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: trenzafeeds on Thu, 28 April 2016, 07:47:51
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.

whaaat? Sifo likes linear switches????

kinda gross i know but theoretically you can type faster on them.

also i was playing a lot of counterstrike so it was nice to have them for that. gonna rotate clears back in soon though lol

nah dude, blacks are my favourite mx switch. you just always talk about how much you hate them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 28 April 2016, 07:51:17
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.

whaaat? Sifo likes linear switches????

kinda gross i know but theoretically you can type faster on them.

also i was playing a lot of counterstrike so it was nice to have them for that. gonna rotate clears back in soon though lol

nah dude, blacks are my favourite mx switch. you just always talk about how much you hate them.

i've now used them enough that they're bearable. still far from preferable, slightly enjoyable.  zzz
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mind_funeral on Thu, 28 April 2016, 10:05:23
Poker 2 Gateron browns in a Poker 3 case!  Rockin DCS Midnight caps with Twilight mods!  White backlights in SIP sockets!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 28 April 2016, 13:09:44
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.

whaaat? Sifo likes linear switches????

kinda gross i know but theoretically you can type faster on them.

also i was playing a lot of counterstrike so it was nice to have them for that. gonna rotate clears back in soon though lol

nah dude, blacks are my favourite mx switch. you just always talk about how much you hate them.
Oh he was talking about a different type of blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: drsauced on Thu, 28 April 2016, 13:10:20
Just got a Wyse WY60 to work with Soarer's Converter. Vintage blacks and doubleshots, these old Wyse keyboards are really nice and solid. I need to take it apart and clean it again, though, it smells of old ashtray and spoiled yogurt.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:28:05
Just got a Wyse WY60 to work with Soarer's Converter. Vintage blacks and doubleshots, these old Wyse keyboards are really nice and solid. I need to take it apart and clean it again, though, it smells of old ashtray and spoiled yogurt.

(Attachment Link)

Like those blue legends. Haven't seen those before on a WYSE.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:34:01
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:39:46
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:40:43
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:41:07
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
you'll get over it.
Over the profile, or the smoothness?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:43:00
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:45:20
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
you'll get over it.
Over the profile, or the smoothness?

profile.  everytime I switch to SA, it feels super tall, and I can't use it
It's definitely tall. I had to adjust my chair height to use them comfortably at first, and now o can hardly tell a difference. I can see the appeal for sure though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 18:56:08
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 28 April 2016, 21:51:50
Just got a Wyse WY60 to work with Soarer's Converter. Vintage blacks and doubleshots, these old Wyse keyboards are really nice and solid. I need to take it apart and clean it again, though, it smells of old ashtray and spoiled yogurt.

(Attachment Link)

It's amazing how solid the older keyboards are.  Thicker plate, I wonder?  Great feeling to type on whether the switches are vintage or not.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Fri, 29 April 2016, 01:29:02
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
You like 'em gat bro?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Fri, 29 April 2016, 07:06:09
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
You like 'em gat bro?
They aren't bad. I will say they are much better than new blacks. It has the stock springs in it, I think they would be a little better with another weight just not sure which.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 29 April 2016, 09:09:39
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Fri, 29 April 2016, 09:12:44
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
You like 'em gat bro?
They aren't bad. I will say they are much better than new blacks. It has the stock springs in it, I think they would be a little better with another weight just not sure which.

agreed.  Springs usually don't all feel consistent in gaterons.  I'll be building a leeku 1800 with 55g GON springs and gateron blacks soon I think.  That should be a sweet board :thumb:

They by no means stand up next to v.blacks, but i would use them if I wanted linear and couldn't find vintage.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: beehatch on Fri, 29 April 2016, 12:19:28
the vintage blacks on kmac are kinda growing on me.................... just kinda though.

whaaat? Sifo likes linear switches????

kinda gross i know but theoretically you can type faster on them.

also i was playing a lot of counterstrike so it was nice to have them for that. gonna rotate clears back in soon though lol

nah dude, blacks are my favourite mx switch. you just always talk about how much you hate them.
Oh he was talking about a different type of blacks.

top kek
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bocahgundul on Fri, 29 April 2016, 18:21:10
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
You like 'em gat bro?
They aren't bad. I will say they are much better than new blacks. It has the stock springs in it, I think they would be a little better with another weight just not sure which.
55g all the way haha


we need more people to try gateron!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Sun, 01 May 2016, 00:37:02
Been using a filco with g.blacks to try out SA. I see the appeal of the sculpt, but only because of the smoothness. I'll keep this on my desk another week or so to give it a solid go around.
You like 'em gat bro?
They aren't bad. I will say they are much better than new blacks. It has the stock springs in it, I think they would be a little better with another weight just not sure which.
55g all the way haha


we need more people to try gateron!

gateron > cherry imo for looks and smoothness  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 01 May 2016, 01:03:50
QFS with MX greens, JTK WoB alphas and Bluegaloo modifiers.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Sun, 01 May 2016, 09:51:22
Nubbinator brought down his HHKB pro 2 for me to use for a little bit (trying to convert me).  I have used it for a day so far, and other than having to get used to the layout a bit, it is quite nice.  I am still not a fan of pbt for caps, much prefer the slightly tacky feel of worn in abs, but still quite nice.  I do really like the sound once you get in a groove on whatever you are typing. 
[attachimg=1]

He also brought me a couple of his new caps.  They are intentionally blurry in this photo until I can get better shots and show them in the detail they deserve.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Sun, 01 May 2016, 14:56:35
2014 macbook air laptop keyboard, unless you mean my main keyboard, filco tkl red switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: waitinginexile on Sun, 01 May 2016, 15:49:38
I'm using a Cherry G80-8113 with stock browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: z3r0_k00l75 on Sun, 01 May 2016, 17:13:55
Quickfire Rapid-i with browns and burned-out LED's :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: minho on Sun, 01 May 2016, 23:43:59
Quickfire Rapid-i with browns and burned-out LED's :(

So basically, a QFR with browns?  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aaron6301 on Tue, 03 May 2016, 11:05:13
Lubed and Hypersphere'd HHKB Pro 2  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Tue, 03 May 2016, 11:08:14
Dell KB522!  Nothing but the finest of domes!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sacramentoplaya on Tue, 03 May 2016, 12:32:20
HHKB2, as always.  Just got some new caps in.  They're chihuahua approved.  Touch it and lose a finger, MOFOs ;).(http://i.imgur.com/v0k8ArD.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: z3r0_k00l75 on Tue, 03 May 2016, 12:34:49
Quickfire Rapid-i with browns and burned-out LED's :(

So basically, a QFR with browns?  :p

I wish :p Honestly I would rather have the original Rapid. No led nonsense and Costar reliablilty would be better than the Rapid-i I'm sure. But you get what you pay for and I got a rather sweet deal ($35 and free shipping).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: drsauced on Tue, 03 May 2016, 18:55:29
Just got a Wyse WY60 to work with Soarer's Converter. Vintage blacks and doubleshots, these old Wyse keyboards are really nice and solid. I need to take it apart and clean it again, though, it smells of old ashtray and spoiled yogurt.

(Attachment Link)

Like those blue legends. Haven't seen those before on a WYSE.

they are actually all blue like that.  Usually it's hard to tell since most are so yellowed.  At least my WY-30's are like that.

Yep, I was pleasantly surprised that the blue came out in the photo, which did so inspired me to post. There's quite a bit of shine on the keys, but not a lot of yellowing, which is amazing. I bought it off eBay about two months ago, went back to find the seller for another one, but they're gone. They had '10+' available. The 'O' key switch didn't work, the yogurt spill presumably, so I swapped it with the scroll lock switch. Nyuck, nyuck.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Wed, 04 May 2016, 21:31:55
SGI Granite w/ SKCM Oranges. The Alps dyesubs really make it :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 04 May 2016, 22:21:16
HHKB2, as always.  Just got some new caps in.  They're chihuahua approved.  Touch it and lose a finger, MOFOs ;).
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/v0k8ArD.jpg)


so much anger in those eyes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Thu, 05 May 2016, 06:28:45
Work: apple laptop keyboard, it's the worst.
Home: Varmilo VA68M with Gateron Browns, I am in love with this board, it has the layout I prefer my typing experience has been really positive since I recieved it.

I do want to try and make my own one day though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 06 May 2016, 22:51:15
(http://i.imgur.com/yvsn3GI.jpg)

kill me please
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 06 May 2016, 23:04:11
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Fri, 06 May 2016, 23:48:58
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kill me please

I would love to
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 06 May 2016, 23:52:20
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kill me please

I would love to

le do it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sat, 07 May 2016, 00:03:48
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yvsn3GI.jpg)


kill me please

Tiny backspace, big ass enter key, and three extra keys on the nav cluster? What the hell is that thing?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 07 May 2016, 00:04:49
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(http://i.imgur.com/yvsn3GI.jpg)


kill me please

Tiny backspace, big ass enter key, and three extra keys on the nav cluster? What the hell is that thing?

a piece of ****, that's what it is. my pinky actually ****ing hurts.

i packed my hhkb too soon. i regret it so much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Sat, 07 May 2016, 00:09:36
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kill me please
Because 3D?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Sat, 07 May 2016, 00:13:14
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yvsn3GI.jpg)


kill me please
Because 3D?

ugh 3d, another piece of ****
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sat, 07 May 2016, 04:36:52
(http://i.imgur.com/g4ZanPd.jpg)
Been using this VA68M with Gateron Browns for about a week now and I'm in love. The clacks it makes when I type and the whole feel of the board is just fantastic. I don't regret this purchase one bit.
And after some keyboard creation tweaks I can type danish letters on an ANSI board now. American boards are so much better for typing in a terminal than european ones imo. Took me about a day to get used to the button layout and I would say I'm still struggling with some things, like hitting ENTER accidentally. I do that often atm and I never used to do that before.
I quite enjoy the stiffness of the buttons, and am not currently looking for a replacement set. But I would love input on a set that works with the color of the frame and the cable I'm using. Anyone have any ideas?
(yes I'm a sucker for mechs with aluminum frames)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sat, 07 May 2016, 10:19:21
interesting layout. and weird how the sides of the spacebar seems to be straight? don't think i've seen that before
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Enz0man on Sat, 07 May 2016, 15:09:22
Just getting into the wonderful world of keyboards, so I'm using my G710+ right now. I want to use my IBM Model M2, but I'm still waiting for capacitors to arrive so I can fix it :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Khers on Sat, 07 May 2016, 16:08:45
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Sat, 07 May 2016, 17:44:29
[attach=1]

Put my pok3r with MX Blues back into service for awhile, Love my HHKB but every now and then i still like to Click Clack.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sat, 07 May 2016, 18:47:01
interesting layout. and weird how the sides of the spacebar seems to be straight? don't think i've seen that before
I never noticed that! That's true, it does sort of just go straight.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: appleonama on Sat, 07 May 2016, 19:27:10
ENVKX
I usually use tactile switches, but I am slowly falling in love with the linears I put on this keyboard.
(http://i.imgur.com/w93SKDc.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ashraf on Sun, 08 May 2016, 03:53:27
Finally finished putting this keyboard together.  Custom painted KUL with 65g Zealios and Penumbra SA.

(http://i.imgur.com/czzGNQs.jpg)

More here: http://imgur.com/a/0edSF (http://imgur.com/a/0edSF)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sun, 08 May 2016, 06:29:45
Finally finished putting this keyboard together.  Custom painted KUL with 65g Zealios and Penumbra SA.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/czzGNQs.jpg)

Man that board looks really nice.
I love the combination of keycaps and color of the KUL. And 65G Zealios sound aaaaawesome!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Mon, 09 May 2016, 15:49:49
Finally finished putting this keyboard together.  Custom painted KUL with 65g Zealios and Penumbra SA.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/czzGNQs.jpg)


More here: http://imgur.com/a/0edSF (http://imgur.com/a/0edSF)

how did you paint this? looks amazing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 09 May 2016, 16:29:41
Cherry G81-3100SDU with glorious OG dyesubs and not-so-glorious MY switches... I like how MY switches sound though... It's actually a really pleasant sound... but that's about it. LOL!

Well, actually the case is absolutely beautiful too! So time to find me a Leeku 3000 PCB so I can use it :D

(http://i.imgur.com/VlvfHJB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9tx3nPo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2tTJMI5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/D9EwKMo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iSFJAnw.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 09 May 2016, 17:00:34
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jin on Mon, 09 May 2016, 18:20:47
Cherry G81-3100SDU with glorious OG dyesubs and not-so-glorious MY switches... I like how MY switches sound though... It's actually a really pleasant sound... but that's about it. LOL!

Well, actually the case is absolutely beautiful too! So time to find me a Leeku 3000 PCB so I can use it :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VlvfHJB.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9tx3nPo.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2tTJMI5.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/D9EwKMo.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/iSFJAnw.jpg)

OMG.... OG ANSI dyesub... really nice board  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DAVYtm on Mon, 09 May 2016, 18:26:29
Still swapping between my HHKB and a B.87 with with MX Blues. HHKB will always be my #1 though
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Mon, 09 May 2016, 18:26:52
Cherry G81-3100SDU with glorious OG dyesubs and not-so-glorious MY switches... I like how MY switches sound though... It's actually a really pleasant sound... but that's about it. LOL!

Well, actually the case is absolutely beautiful too! So time to find me a Leeku 3000 PCB so I can use it :D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VlvfHJB.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9tx3nPo.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2tTJMI5.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/D9EwKMo.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/iSFJAnw.jpg)

I think I would take breaks by just sliding a card back and forth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keycap on Mon, 09 May 2016, 20:39:20
Currently using my old QuickFire TK with MX Blues because all of my Alps boards are in the process of restoration, and my Unicomp Unsaver is undergoing an ANSI mod.
The MX Blues really aren't that bad, pretty smooth for newer Cherry switches actually. But the click noise is driving me nuts. I enjoy the click sound from switches like buckling springs and Blue Alps, but this is just... no.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phosphoric on Mon, 09 May 2016, 21:45:08
typing on my alps64 with undamped cream alps on my phone with a usb adapter :-)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 09 May 2016, 22:35:42
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Mon, 09 May 2016, 22:39:42
hhkb for the last week.  The black legends are super hard to see.  I might get a type s
Nice im using the same, gray HHKB with black legends. I wish type s was available in gray instead of white.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 09 May 2016, 22:40:41
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Mon, 09 May 2016, 22:51:35
hhkb for the last week.  The black legends are super hard to see.  I might get a type s
Nice im using the same, gray HHKB with black legends. I wish type s was available in gray instead of white.

I cannot ever remember the keys above the backspace.  The fn layer is so hard to remember  :confused:

Yeah it took me a while to get used to the ~ key new position especially since one of the layouts i use puts a letter on that key.  I love the FN layer though, i like how all the nav functions are next to each other.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ashraf on Mon, 09 May 2016, 23:13:45
Finally finished putting this keyboard together.  Custom painted KUL with 65g Zealios and Penumbra SA.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/czzGNQs.jpg)


More here: http://imgur.com/a/0edSF (http://imgur.com/a/0edSF)

how did you paint this? looks amazing

KUL top covers are actually very easy to paint!  I started off with light sanding using 500 grit sandpaper and running water.  After that I sprayed 2 layers of primer, 6 layers of undercoat (matte white) and topcoat (neptune blue).  Waited 12 hours for the paint to cure and then finished it off with 2000 grit sandpaper to make everything nice and smooth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Mon, 09 May 2016, 23:22:54
The SGI Granite has cemented itself as a daily for me. I love the uniqueness of the body and the funny font on the caps. It reflects the attitude of Silicon Graphic's at the time. Plus you cant go wrong with lovely grey plate SKCM Oranges and Alps dyesubs in a well built chassis  ^-^ They feel so solid and thock so nicely.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Elrick on Tue, 10 May 2016, 00:03:35
They're chihuahua approved.  Touch it and lose a finger, MOFOs ;) .
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/v0k8ArD.jpg)



Unfortunately your poor chihuahua would have to dislodge his bottom jaw to even bite the fingernail tip of my left pinkie.

Should of bought a decent American Staffordshire breed, so that at least it can take half my hand off when I try to touch your HHKB.  Not that it would ever happen.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Tue, 10 May 2016, 03:13:57
a tex phantom, with some vintage blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: svn on Tue, 10 May 2016, 03:53:51
typing on a vortex pok3r with reds. i really like it, but i would love to have a heavier case :(
also sometimes use the filco tkl with browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brewi on Tue, 10 May 2016, 09:47:42
Was using my DS3 with blues to get one last kick out of it before I sell it, but now I'm back to my poker with browns. The aluminum case really gives keystrokes a much more satisfying and "deeper" sound than a plastic case. Definitely my best keyboard-related purchase so far.

(http://i.imgur.com/zduqff7.jpg)

Still getting used to DSA though; it's definitely a different typing experience.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 10 May 2016, 14:33:20
They're chihuahua approved.  Touch it and lose a finger, MOFOs ;) .
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/v0k8ArD.jpg)



Unfortunately your poor chihuahua would have to dislodge his bottom jaw to even bite the fingernail tip of my left pinkie.

Should of bought a decent American Staffordshire breed, so that at least it can take half my hand off when I try to touch your HHKB.  Not that it would ever happen.

nobody cares
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 05:36:49
Work: apple laptop keyboard, it's the worst.

Actually, I'm quite fond of Apple's scissor-switch keyboard. I'm at work right now and typing on Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and while it obviously could be better it could be a lot worse as well. Keyboards on the newer cheap Lenovo laptops are maybe the ****tiest keyboards I have typed on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Wed, 11 May 2016, 05:42:31
Work: apple laptop keyboard, it's the worst.

Actually, I'm quite fond of Apple's scissor-switch keyboard. I'm at work right now and typing on Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and while it obviously could be better it could be a lot worse as well. Keyboards on the newer cheap Lenovo laptops are maybe the ****tiest keyboards I have typed on.

My old G560 Lenovo's keyboard is still in damn near pristine condition after five years of use. Barely any shine on the keycaps and the scissor switches feel about the same as when I bought the thing. Damn shame the keyboard outlived the motherboard :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Wed, 11 May 2016, 05:45:12
Work: apple laptop keyboard, it's the worst.

Actually, I'm quite fond of Apple's scissor-switch keyboard. I'm at work right now and typing on Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and while it obviously could be better it could be a lot worse as well. Keyboards on the newer cheap Lenovo laptops are maybe the ****tiest keyboards I have typed on.

currently using my Air. feels like typing on cardboard. i brought my hhkb with me but forgot to bring a cable. a hasu controller or the new BT version would have been pretty nice right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lohup on Wed, 11 May 2016, 06:26:55
Leopold FC660C, stock except for red ESC key.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 06:28:43
Got my Topre today.


(http://i.imgur.com/4GsnJk1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 06:50:47
Are you working on some Xbox development or is the controller there just for usual stuff? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 07:44:42
Are you working on some Xbox development or is the controller there just for usual stuff? :)

Usual stuff :p was playing Forza 6 Apex.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 11 May 2016, 20:25:32
(http://puu.sh/oOGiB/678051abe9.JPG)

My second Alps hotswap-modded Duck Eagle that's caseless. Put it on a little keyboard platform I made for my Rapoo KX way back when. :P It's piggy-backing at the moment.

Alps SKCM Brown,

IBM 5140 PBT caps dyed black

Alps DCS Modifiers

Tai Hao 6.25u space bar

Carbon Fiber plate

-

Definitely dig the tactile browns.

Pretty much as tall as a beamspring at the moment, haha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 22:19:46
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/oOGiB/678051abe9.JPG)


My second Alps hotswap-modded Duck Eagle that's caseless. Put it on a little keyboard platform I made for my Rapoo KX way back when. :P It's piggy-backing at the moment.

Alps SKCM Brown,

IBM 5140 PBT caps dyed black

Alps DCS Modifiers

Tai Hao 6.25u space bar

Carbon Fiber plate

-

Definitely dig the tactile browns.

Pretty much as tall as a beamspring at the moment, haha

Those dyed 5140 caps look great!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannrawr on Wed, 11 May 2016, 23:01:43
dell sk-8135 at office and Poker II at home, still waiting for my custom TKL to arrive
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannrawr on Wed, 11 May 2016, 23:06:30
Finally finished putting this keyboard together.  Custom painted KUL with 65g Zealios and Penumbra SA.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/czzGNQs.jpg)


More here: http://imgur.com/a/0edSF (http://imgur.com/a/0edSF)
oh that penumbra  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: metalliqaz on Wed, 11 May 2016, 23:11:39
ENVKX
I usually use tactile switches, but I am slowly falling in love with the linears I put on this keyboard.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/w93SKDc.jpg)


The exact same thing is happening to me.  I have always insisted on Browns or Ergo Clears.  Suddenly I'm falling in love with this incredible board full of old Blacks.

(http://i.imgur.com/BqERXZlh.jpg)

Buttery smooth, and the sound is fantastic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Thu, 12 May 2016, 00:56:39
that cable is way too long man
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Thu, 12 May 2016, 19:26:12
(http://i.imgur.com/hs5s7EJ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/Jqj7Yuv.jpg)

My last week with cheapie Vortex PBT's. 62g Ergoclears deserve better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Thu, 12 May 2016, 20:41:43
Majestouch 1, tenkeyless, blues, no mods, no red keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: supamesican on Thu, 12 May 2016, 20:58:23
Home: unicomp endurapro until my model f comes in and I get a converter
work: hhkb
back up home pc: rubber until next week when my fk-2001 comes in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: waitinginexile on Thu, 12 May 2016, 22:08:50
Got my Topre today.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4GsnJk1.jpg)


Looks really nice! I've been meaning to pick up a Topre board for a while now. Do you like it so far?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Suembeaux on Fri, 13 May 2016, 00:49:33
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7013/26373539474_a24d5d156f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GbxhrQ)

My last week with cheapie Vortex PBT's. 62g Ergoclears deserve better.

Love your pics, keep it up.

My g80-3000 has been taking a majority of my attention lately. Need to start slimming down, but I somehow keep finding every excuse not to.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JigsawSaint on Fri, 13 May 2016, 01:56:20
Leopold 660m - blues (stock navy pbt keycaps) @ work
Filco Majesouch-2 - blues (black on carbon pvt keycaps) @ home (pc1)
Ducky Shine 4 (69-Fire Edition) - grey-blank pbt keycaps & green-blank pvt keycaps (mods/num (gray), std (green)) @ home (pc2)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VereChi on Fri, 13 May 2016, 03:27:38
GH60 diyer.so Ver. With Cherry mx blue
EVIL 2.0 Titanium Grey with Cherry mx clear/krytox 103/Gon 62G
(Aluminum 6063 TKL design and manufactured by the same author of ZZ96)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 13 May 2016, 03:33:14
Got my Topre today.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4GsnJk1.jpg)

That Realforce is HUGE, looks BADASS.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: algernon on Fri, 13 May 2016, 05:19:29
 Switched to an ErgoDox EZ full time. Blanks, Gateron Browns, and my own rather unconventional layout (https://github.com/algernon/ergodox-layout).
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: potatobot on Fri, 13 May 2016, 08:58:43
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160513/519ad09cc8a5d0625dca983053a6694c.jpg)

Varmilo va87 with gateron browns and tai-hao sunshine would be my daily driver.


 (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160513/61f330c01d49f68fc42c79ee58738229.jpg)

I also have a ducky shine 2 with cherry mx blues for my typing pleasure.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Fri, 13 May 2016, 09:50:13
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7013/26373539474_a24d5d156f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GbxhrQ)

My last week with cheapie Vortex PBT's. 62g Ergoclears deserve better.

Love your pics, keep it up.

My g80-3000 has been taking a majority of my attention lately. Need to start slimming down, but I somehow keep finding every excuse not to.

Thanks man! I just wish I had something cool to share. 2 Sets of Gateron blank sets inbound, so that should help :)

Do you shoot?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Khers on Fri, 13 May 2016, 14:52:57
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 13 May 2016, 14:56:37
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kxbtFVj.jpg)


Nice.

What kind of ALPS switches did you use?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Khers on Fri, 13 May 2016, 15:12:23
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 13 May 2016, 15:24:57
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Khers on Fri, 13 May 2016, 15:33:32
.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Fri, 13 May 2016, 20:34:26
http://imgur.com/a/H6u2h

(http://i.imgur.com/uOhYZa9.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/He58BNZ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/IRrJL13.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daspartic on Fri, 13 May 2016, 21:03:52
Typing on my new Acer 6011 with blue alps, loving it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Fri, 13 May 2016, 21:04:41
HHKB, duh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 13 May 2016, 22:24:24
Sheesh!
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45475.msg1960209#msg1960209
I feel I am just simply repeating myself.
I just felt like I just repeated myself.
This thread has to DIE DIE DIE!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Fri, 13 May 2016, 22:44:09
Sheesh!
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45475.msg1960209#msg1960209
I feel I am just simply repeating myself.
I just felt like I just repeated myself.
This thread has to DIE DIE DIE!

Nice patio

(http://i.imgur.com/uOhYZa9.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 13 May 2016, 22:45:34
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 13 May 2016, 22:46:31
Swiftkey.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: avantdark on Sat, 14 May 2016, 03:50:55
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160514/b97490316614adaa6c528778242f34e0.jpg)
Ambra Model M

Gesendet von meinem D5803 mit Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Sat, 14 May 2016, 16:46:04
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kxbtFVj.jpg)


damn love those caps what are they from?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 14 May 2016, 16:48:03
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Powerglove89 on Sat, 14 May 2016, 19:39:41
Rosewill RK9000v2 mx brown - gaming rig
vorted pok3r - backpack for use with my laptop when im gone for work. Thinking about busting out the old pok3r for the desktop again. Only reason I bought the rosewill is because i needed the arrow pad for an old game i wanted to play again and it was on sale on newegg.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Sat, 14 May 2016, 20:57:42
Swapped in Noppoo TANK simply because it's the least broken of all my keyboards.

A whole collection and none of them work well enough not to annoy me. This hobby pisses me off sometimes. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 14 May 2016, 21:27:48
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 14 May 2016, 21:28:57
Swapped in Noppoo TANK simply because it's the least broken of all my keyboards.

A whole collection and none of them work well enough not to annoy me. This hobby pisses me off sometimes. :(

Mechanical keyboards are more complex; hence more opportunities for things to go wrong.

You don't hear too many complaints from folks stroking their Hakko.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ironic moustache on Sat, 14 May 2016, 22:08:07
(http://i.imgur.com/Kc3X2Il.jpg)

Finally managed to get a job that: a) pays me well enough, and b) sees me doing enough writing, to justify dropping a whole wad of cash on an HHKB2. Would possibly have preferred a white one but a local collector was selling this for a very reasonable price (in comparison to importing a white one myself), so I decided that I could live with the black.

It's good. Liking it more and more each day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannrawr on Sat, 14 May 2016, 22:27:45
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Kc3X2Il.jpg)


Finally managed to get a job that: a) pays me well enough, and b) sees me doing enough writing, to justify dropping a whole wad of cash on an HHKB2. Would possibly have preferred a white one but a local collector was selling this for a very reasonable price (in comparison to importing a white one myself), so I decided that I could live with the black.

It's good. Liking it more and more each day.
i keep on hitting ` instead of delete for a few days haha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ironic moustache on Sat, 14 May 2016, 22:47:34
i keep on hitting ` instead of delete for a few days haha

I'm not finding it as unusual as I expected it to be, and I seem to be getting along with it fine, but on the rare occasion I accidentally press ` everything just goes out the window for a few seconds while I try and re-orient myself (without stopping and looking down at the board, that is).

Really nice board though, and the backspace/delete position is starting to slowly make a lot of sense.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smknjoe on Sat, 14 May 2016, 22:59:21
Yeah, you get used to the layout pretty quickly. It's modeled after the Sun keyboards from 35 years ago...lot's of people think it's a "new" layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ironic moustache on Sat, 14 May 2016, 23:53:31
I've been running with a swapped control and caps lock for the couple of years so I have absolutely zero issues with having control there on the HHKB2. It's just the backspace that still causes a few issues occasionally.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: [Lewynlight] on Sun, 15 May 2016, 00:25:18
good old filco majestouch 2 TKL, cherry mx brown with R3 gamer set. (i don't even game, i just like the colour variation.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Mon, 16 May 2016, 12:44:22
Filco MT2 (mx-reds)  .. quite pleased with it, put PBT double shots on it..

(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg) (http://s1330.photobucket.com/user/atarione/media/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 16 May 2016, 15:23:58
My new KUL ES-87 with MX Greens came today so I swapped out my V2 to give it a shot.  Oddly enough, I feel like it is quieter than the V2 by a decent margin even though they both have Greens.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: QuincyJones on Mon, 16 May 2016, 15:58:57
Kinesis advantage. It feels far more natural than it looks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jaffers on Mon, 16 May 2016, 16:00:46
Yesterday I tried to use my model M but I am so used to the CTRL and backspace position of the HHKB that I just couldn't get used to it. And yes I tried using autohotkey but a lot of programs don't like it and just break the program.

So I am back to using my CP-SQ1800
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Mon, 16 May 2016, 16:09:28
My new WASD VP3 (a rebranded POK3R) It's my first 60%. I think I might be hooked.
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 16 May 2016, 17:42:23
(http://i.imgur.com/qnB8slJ.jpg)

Pok3r, 65g Ergos, Gateron PBT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Mon, 16 May 2016, 21:20:46
(http://i.imgur.com/ChsWbiO.jpgp)

this
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Mon, 16 May 2016, 21:30:25
1800

<3 62g Gateron Blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Tue, 17 May 2016, 23:24:36
RS96 with vintage MX blacks. Going to install some 55g springs and RO-59 tomorrow.

(http://i.imgur.com/wEpFDrf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Wed, 18 May 2016, 18:41:30
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/061a15575d685632ff6e6fa1c7565a9c.jpg)

Atleast it had an arrow cluster.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Fri, 20 May 2016, 19:45:10
Max Blackbird in Green Gaterons MXC's w/SIP socket mod in each and every switch, White LED's installed in side panels.

For keycaps, currently I have Modern Selectric with Row 1 Blue/Black blanks on the top/F row, but I have Danger Zone planned.

Final touch, installed a sound-dampening pad between the layers.

I love this thing!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 23 May 2016, 19:24:56
(http://puu.sh/p2UOD/0646a1cece.JPG)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 23 May 2016, 19:25:51
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 23 May 2016, 19:27:14
The reveal ^-^

Just another Leeku G80-3000 NCR build. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 23 May 2016, 19:27:24
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Tue, 24 May 2016, 00:02:34
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/p2UOD/0646a1cece.JPG)


I really love that. Reminds me of a industrial Model M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 24 May 2016, 01:13:33
(http://i.imgur.com/nl0WQs0.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Tue, 24 May 2016, 01:16:57
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nl0WQs0.png)

Still better than dsa
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 24 May 2016, 01:21:11
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nl0WQs0.png)

Still better than dsa

soiled diapers as keyboards > dsa/sa
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 24 May 2016, 05:59:24
Show Image
(http://puu.sh/p2UOD/0646a1cece.JPG)


That's nice!

Little things like the slight bevel at the front to make it more comfortable to use.

I'm using my HHKB btw.  It's weekdays so I have to use a quieter keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Tue, 24 May 2016, 07:20:56
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nl0WQs0.png)

Still better than dsa

soiled diapers as keyboards > dsa/sa

Ouch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 24 May 2016, 10:14:43
Swapped my Granite out this morning for the EnjoyPBT set

(http://i.imgur.com/cZo6Uua.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Tue, 24 May 2016, 11:12:54
Max Blackbird in Green Gaterons MXC's w/SIP socket mod in each and every switch, White LED's installed in side panels.

For keycaps, currently I have Modern Selectric with Row 1 Blue/Black blanks on the top/F row, but I have Danger Zone planned.

Final touch, installed a sound-dampening pad between the layers.

I love this thing!

For those who want to see, pics (pre Danger Zone):

(http://i.imgur.com/ABVgBdF.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/4oSsORH.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/V8yzmtp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 24 May 2016, 11:16:55
Max Blackbird in Green Gaterons MXC's w/SIP socket mod in each and every switch, White LED's installed in side panels.

For keycaps, currently I have Modern Selectric with Row 1 Blue/Black blanks on the top/F row, but I have Danger Zone planned.

Final touch, installed a sound-dampening pad between the layers.

I love this thing!

For those who want to see, pics (pre Danger Zone):

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ABVgBdF.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4oSsORH.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/V8yzmtp.jpg)


I'm really digging the look of that blank f row :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Tue, 24 May 2016, 11:18:49
Max Blackbird in Green Gaterons MXC's w/SIP socket mod in each and every switch, White LED's installed in side panels.

For keycaps, currently I have Modern Selectric with Row 1 Blue/Black blanks on the top/F row, but I have Danger Zone planned.

Final touch, installed a sound-dampening pad between the layers.

I love this thing!

For those who want to see, pics (pre Danger Zone):

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ABVgBdF.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4oSsORH.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/V8yzmtp.jpg)


I'm really digging the look of that blank f row :)

Thanks. Way better than the Row 3 F row keys...not sure who's idea that was...was not a good one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Tue, 24 May 2016, 14:41:19
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/afc9a882e24cc0a161cbb5e4849475d1.jpg)
One leg on these things is always broken
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 24 May 2016, 18:50:15
(http://i.imgur.com/G5zH98m.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 24 May 2016, 20:09:26
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/G5zH98m.jpg)


Hmmmm, odd HHKB mod there...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kenmai9 on Tue, 24 May 2016, 22:16:05
[attachimg=1]

My baby.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Tue, 24 May 2016, 22:29:14
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/G5zH98m.jpg)


Hmmmm, odd HHKB mod there...

i call it sleeper
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 29 May 2016, 03:28:43
Thanks to my other half making me tidy the computer room (not a small task) I found the broken switch and, more importantly, missing left arrow keycaps, from my NEC APC-H4100E keyboard!

[attachimg=1]

And with a couple of adapters to convert AT to PS/2, and then PS/2 to USB ...

[attachimg=2]

It works!  On my Mac!

[attachimg=3]

Although the long space bar is taking some getting used to.

This is the very keyboard that prompted me to join GH.  I learned a lot of my programming skills on a keyboard like this many years ago.

Thanks to XMIT for the replacement switch :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zombiegristle on Thu, 02 June 2016, 15:21:07
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Thu, 02 June 2016, 15:25:38
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zombiegristle on Thu, 02 June 2016, 15:41:31
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Thu, 02 June 2016, 15:43:26
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.

I use a V2 with Greens at work too, or at least during tax season I do.  Now that it's the off-season I swapped in a TKL with Greens instead :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Thu, 02 June 2016, 15:57:17
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.
I've been meaning to spring swap my greens with 135g springs but the guy that was suppose to send me a sample never got around to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zombiegristle on Thu, 02 June 2016, 15:59:44
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.
I've been meaning to spring swap my greens with 135g springs but the guy that was suppose to send me a sample never got around to it.

Those sound divine, you'll have to let me know how that turns out when it happens.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Thu, 02 June 2016, 16:02:15
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.
I've been meaning to spring swap my greens with 135g springs but the guy that was suppose to send me a sample never got around to it.

135g?! Holy guacamole! :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Thu, 02 June 2016, 16:03:28
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.
I've been meaning to spring swap my greens with 135g springs but the guy that was suppose to send me a sample never got around to it.

135g?! Holy guacamole! :eek:
I feel like greens are to light for me but I haven't used them in about a month so I need to switch back
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zombiegristle on Thu, 02 June 2016, 16:13:50
My new "main driver" is a WASD v2 with MX Greens and the two rightmost modifier keys swapped out for MX Locks. I'm also practicing with a Kinesis Advantage with Gateron Blues in the keywells and Greens in the thumb clusters, with two of the small left-thumb keys again swapped for MX Locks.

The Kinesis is hard to get used to, but I think it's repairing some bad typing habits of mine
Greens.
Sounds loud and fun.

Yeah, I have to be careful to type softly on calls because the mic picks it up and it's obnoxious. The WASD has O-rings which helps, but the Kinesis doesn't and it's like an automatic rifle going off.
I've been meaning to spring swap my greens with 135g springs but the guy that was suppose to send me a sample never got around to it.

135g?! Holy guacamole! :eek:
I feel like greens are to light for me but I haven't used them in about a month so I need to switch back

Yeah, I'm the same; I beat my keys like an underpaid nanny.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Thu, 02 June 2016, 18:04:05
Using my new 1800 Leeku in a weird position as I've not cut a hole in my 1800 case yet.

But now everything down from End, Page Down and Scroll lock doesn't work. Including delete. It all works at home but not at work...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 27 on Thu, 02 June 2016, 18:23:47
I'm using an RS78 with 62g MX Blacks.  I'm a big fan of them, and even unlubed they're pretty smooth. I'm excited to try out lubed Gat Blacks in my next build, whatever it may be.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 02 June 2016, 18:40:26
alps clueboard & tmk64
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 02 June 2016, 19:43:31
My phone's.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 02 June 2016, 19:44:04
My phone's.

then who was phone?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 02 June 2016, 20:05:29
My phone's.

then who was phone?

Why can't I post the thinking emoji?!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 02 June 2016, 20:17:39
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 02 June 2016, 20:20:52
My phone's.

then who was phone?

Why can't I post the thinking emoji?!


One of the very few times my Android has failed me...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Otesanek on Thu, 02 June 2016, 21:20:07
HHKB. But I wish I was using rm-rf's modded 170g HHKB.  :'( :eek: :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Fri, 03 June 2016, 07:46:23
HHKB. But I wish I was using rm-rf's modded 170g HHKB.  :'( :eek: :thumb:

If a person has to put their keyboard in a choke hold in order to force it to actuate, it kind of defeats the purpose.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 03 June 2016, 07:48:05
HHKB. But I wish I was using rm-rf's modded 170g HHKB.  :'( :eek: :thumb:
This needs more explanation :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Fri, 03 June 2016, 16:32:33
Using my KBP V60 with Cherry MX blacks more and more to get accustomed to the switch, will be adding O-Rings this weekend to cut the travel down a bit since my fingers are much better trained on Clears than linear blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Fri, 03 June 2016, 20:01:00
Brought the Planck with greens to the computer lab since no one is there on Fridays. Took forever for the driver's to install but it was well worth it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Otesanek on Sat, 04 June 2016, 00:17:37
HHKB. But I wish I was using rm-rf's modded 170g HHKB.  :'( :eek: :thumb:
This needs more explanation :eek:

I'm not sure if he wants me releasing his super secret modding method. You will have to ask him.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sat, 04 June 2016, 10:09:57
Right now I am using a MK Disco TKL with KBT (I believe they are manufactured by Greetech) Browns & 40a o-rings for dampeners. So far I am absolutely loving this board, it blow my previous MKB (Rosewill Apollo with MX Browns) out of the water on build quality & I think the KBT browns have a better feel than the MX browns on my Apollo. Currently waiting on a set of red Shine 3 ABS keycaps & few ABS customs I ordered from keypop.net to truly make the board my own but I think the addiction has started for me... :D I am already looking into building my own TKL board, but am in no rush since I am happy with the Disco for now.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Sat, 04 June 2016, 11:01:26
a ****ty mac keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Sat, 04 June 2016, 11:37:10
HHKB. But I wish I was using rm-rf's modded 170g HHKB.  :'( :eek: :thumb:
This needs more explanation :eek:

I'm not sure if he wants me releasing his super secret modding method. You will have to arsk him.

Probably involves Cheetos and chicken fingers and a Coke drizzle.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TeeBaginDragon on Sat, 04 June 2016, 22:57:21
Work: CODE 87 with MX clears
Home: CM Storm TKL with MX reds

Joined the R3 Zealios drop so I'll probably figure out a way to swap them into the CODE..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 05 June 2016, 00:59:44
HHKB. But I wish I was using rm-rf's modded 170g HHKB.  :'( :eek: :thumb:

This needs more explanation :eek:

Either means each switch is weighted at 170g, or the HHKB itself has been lightened to only 170g.

Agreed that either possibility requires explanation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 06 June 2016, 15:51:42
Actually back to my HHKB Pro 2 again,the tendinitis and carpal issues have been horrid lately and the HHKB feels more forgiving to type on.   And i love the sound of the thocky matt3o PBT spacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wazazaby on Mon, 06 June 2016, 17:10:44
A B.87 with Gat greens and tuned stabs, my 2nd favorite board behind mt JD40!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Tue, 07 June 2016, 04:28:19
Currently a Varmilo VB87M with Gateron Browns. Pleasantly surprised by it. Put o-rings on it to spare my coworkers a bit. I'm used to greens so I'm bottoming out hard :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 10 June 2016, 11:23:09
(http://i.imgur.com/S4p1EDJ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/xHDxThU.jpg)



Finally have cases for both of my Alps Eagles, aww yeah :D

Here's the other one:

(http://i.imgur.com/eWBNZup.jpg)

That was before I changed my Lightpad to Alps. :P

And they are all hot swappable (switches, LEDs), including the Lightpad.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zombiegristle on Fri, 10 June 2016, 17:41:54
I think I'm in the process of phasing out my WASD v2 for this TeamWolf one I just got. Using them both right now to decide.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Fri, 10 June 2016, 17:57:23
Right this moment KBP V60 W/ Cherry Blues with Midnight DCS Keycaps from Signature plastics.   Really love the DCS profile and Blues unlike most switches i actually prefer with thinner ABS not thicker PBT like most of my boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UnFocused on Mon, 13 June 2016, 18:13:05
I am using a Phantom which I finished building a few days ago. Phantom PCB, blue aluminum plate, grey TEX aluminum case, a Pexon cable and DSA Dolch keycaps. The switches are Cherry MX blacks that I harvested from a Wyse terminal board with a date code from 1986.

I was disappointed after getting everything together that there was a good bit of flex with the PCB / plate inside of the case. axtran recommended a sheet of Sorbothane which has worked wonders and eliminated all of the flex.

I really, really, really like these vintage MX blacks. I like them much more than the KUL with MX clears I have had.

Here's a bad photo of the keyboard.

(http://i.imgur.com/uiQXhMk.jpg)

And here's part of the Wyse donor board.

(http://i.imgur.com/ssDwuiT.jpg)

I'm not saying this is endgame, but this build is wonderful and I don't think I'll be acquiring any more keyboards for a while unless I come across a killer deal on an IBM beam spring or whatnot. I've got this Phantom, a few Model M's (I started collecting those in the late 90s and have recently sold a few), a Model F, a 55g Realforce and an Apple M0116 with orange Alps that's been in the family since the 80s.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kyb on Thu, 16 June 2016, 16:35:38
For me it's now the Ergodox. After having almost spent 800 Euros on Topre stuff. I even bought a second RF as a backup in case the government takes away my keyboard. Lol @ my wallet :)

I hate the switches in my dox  but the layout is just superior. Can someone build a 55g Topre Ergodox pls?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Thu, 16 June 2016, 17:11:32
Got my 2 KBP V60 minis in today & am loving them! :D I got one with Cherry white switches & one with Cherry Blue switches. So for the time being I'll be switching between the V60s for typing & still rocking my MK Disco for gaming. So far I am really leaning towards the whites since I have a heavy typing style. The blues feel great but are a little loud, not sure if it is something I will get used to or not. The KBT browns are awesome, they feel very similar too but a little better than Cherry browns IMO. YMMV with that last statement though as that is my personal preference between the two.  :thumb:
KBparadise V60 mini, Red/Blue LEDs, Cherry white switches, Limited Production 96/150
[attach=1][attach=2]
KBparadise V60 mini, Red/Green LEDs, Cherry blue switches
[attach=3]
MK Disco, RGB LEDs, KBT brown switches
[attach=4]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eddof13 on Thu, 16 June 2016, 17:39:11
Happy Hacking Keyboard Professional 2 at home
CODE keyboard at work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 17 June 2016, 11:07:55
At work, this monstrosity beauty.  :cool:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emdude on Fri, 17 June 2016, 12:43:54
My sweet baby: ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/XZ2eXll.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 9fiftyfive on Fri, 17 June 2016, 17:02:59
HHKB Pro 2


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aricil on Sat, 18 June 2016, 09:11:48
I use a Rantopad MXX w/ Gateron blues as my daily driver. I'm currently in the process of putting soft landing pads on my Novatouch so it's lying in 3 pieces on my desk. I'll get around to finishing it when I have time, it's just tedious. I really love my gateron blues, but I also liked the novatouch, and it has benefits as far as gaming goes (like side-stepping in cs go is kinda hard on blues) but that sound on the upstroke was killing it for me. So hopefully this'll help. We'll see. I'm possibly going to be getting a higher end varmillo gateron blue board, however, as I bought this rantopad mxx to try them as I didn't know if I'd like them or not (I didn't like razer greens or cherry blues) but these ended up being my favorite switch. So now I'm looking to get a keyboard with gat blues that has a better build quality.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lee+ on Sat, 18 June 2016, 13:31:30
brand new Omron B5GS

Someone must have stored it for 20+ years.  Does anyone know when those were made?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Sat, 18 June 2016, 13:49:30
My sweet baby: ;D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/XZ2eXll.jpg)

That thing looks so patriotic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sat, 18 June 2016, 13:58:18
At work, this monstrosity beauty.  :cool:

(Attachment Link)

i would say something about its flippedness, but it's a red pbt one.. :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Karura on Sat, 18 June 2016, 14:09:51
Using this beauty

(http://i.imgur.com/8U7sFfi.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lee+ on Sat, 18 June 2016, 16:40:01
Using this beauty

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8U7sFfi.jpg)


Let me guess, it fell off the desk?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sat, 18 June 2016, 16:59:09
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160618/e6e7834132f97e6b13fa1044604bb748.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sat, 18 June 2016, 17:13:01
hhkb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 18 June 2016, 17:29:14
I just can't get away from it. I have 3 in cases but they just feel suffocating and I keep coming back to this one:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Sat, 18 June 2016, 18:26:22
I just can't get away from it. I have 3 in cases but they just feel suffocating and I keep coming back to this one:
What's that?  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sat, 18 June 2016, 18:31:22
ibm model f122 without its case
(picture name = F-122 + date)

and a WMO, steelseries I-2 i think, vertical anker mouse
sweet setup

edit: haha, taken the badge off of the case and put it on the plate. pretty cool
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 18 June 2016, 20:34:02
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 18 June 2016, 23:51:01
Model M 51G8572 29-Nov-1995.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 19 June 2016, 02:19:43
Model M 51G8572 29-Nov-1995.
Nice Keyboard Rowdy!
Mine is 04-Oct-1994
(http://i.imgur.com/2uFi8kf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 19 June 2016, 02:29:22
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vadisi on Sun, 19 June 2016, 03:14:41
KBP v60 mini with blues for typing and a corsair K70 for games.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: morkha on Sun, 19 June 2016, 05:43:43
Currently using a Filco Majestouch 1 with MX Brown.
As soon as it is here i will switch to a Winkeyless b.face with MX Blue as y daily driver.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Momoe on Tue, 21 June 2016, 12:32:56
KBP V60 Mini with MX Clears. Came from a CM Storm Stealth with MX Blues. No regrets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ninjadoc on Tue, 21 June 2016, 12:53:28
Using this beauty

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8U7sFfi.jpg)


WOW!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 21 June 2016, 13:18:54
Minivan 44 :O
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 21 June 2016, 17:15:49
[attachimg=1]

HHKB with numerous random Red keycaps and a Red PBT spacebar W/ Kinesis Numpad with BSP PBT caps W/ MX Browns and a wood FILCO wrist rest which extends to both the HHKB and numpad
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FoxWolf1 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 19:12:25
Swapped keyboards for the desktop today.
To storage: Noppoo TANK (Cherry MX Black)
To use: PadTech AMK (PadTech Ace Magnetic)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 19:17:49
typing this on a freshly teensied model f xt pcb
(http://i.imgur.com/Rv6EvRm.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 19:19:06
typing this on a freshly teensied model f xt pcb
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Rv6EvRm.jpg)

you guys have no idea how hard it was to type that with my fingers on just the capsense pcb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 19:26:20
Using this beauty

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8U7sFfi.jpg)

How do you feel about the mortgage you had to put on your house for all those artisans?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RobotMalcolmX on Tue, 21 June 2016, 20:18:44
Current daily at work:
(http://i.imgur.com/spKLPcJ.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zephyr11 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 22:45:18
^^^^^^^^^^^^^


Can I check where did you get those green ones from? Looks superb!


currently using a Team Wolf Zhuque with Gateron brown switches with taihao ds abs keycaps at work, and a VA87M with Cherry brown pbt keycaps at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: juahenza on Tue, 21 June 2016, 23:00:48
(http://i.imgur.com/nsmArj2.jpg)

Model M Industrial SSK. Very heavy and extremely clicky. Love it. Not switching back to my other customs anytime soon.  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Tue, 21 June 2016, 23:49:34
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(http://i.imgur.com/nsmArj2.jpg)


Model M Industrial SSK. Very heavy and extremely clicky. Love it. Not switching back to my other customs anytime soon.  :))
Just slightly patriotic
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: juahenza on Tue, 21 June 2016, 23:54:48
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nsmArj2.jpg)


Model M Industrial SSK. Very heavy and extremely clicky. Love it. Not switching back to my other customs anytime soon.  :))
Just slightly patriotic
Hahahaha. Everything stock except the red esc from unicomp

Sent from my LG-H961N using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 22 June 2016, 01:14:29
^^^^^^^^^^^^^


Can I check where did you get those green ones from? Looks superb!


currently using a Team Wolf Zhuque with Gateron brown switches with taihao ds abs keycaps at work, and a VA87M with Cherry brown pbt keycaps at home.

they're called SLS blanks made by brocaps :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hanjin on Wed, 22 June 2016, 03:12:01
Gigabyte Force K83 w/ Taihao Olivette Keycaps:

(http://i.imgur.com/HiPY4bq.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RobotMalcolmX on Wed, 22 June 2016, 06:36:15
^^^^^^^^^^^^^


Can I check where did you get those green ones from? Looks superb!


currently using a Team Wolf Zhuque with Gateron brown switches with taihao ds abs keycaps at work, and a VA87M with Cherry brown pbt keycaps at home.

I got them in a trade, but they were originally available in a raffle from ctrlalt.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannrawr on Wed, 22 June 2016, 14:12:13
my solder kit arrived from taobao so i can put some led in this. any tips link? much appreciated :D
(http://i.imgur.com/DPkomm3.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Wed, 22 June 2016, 17:37:17
my solder kit arrived from taobao so i can put some led in this. any tips link? much appreciated :D
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(http://i.imgur.com/DPkomm3.jpg)


What kind of board is it? What kind of LEDs are you trying to add? Are you looking for general soldering tips, or advice specifically for adding LEDs?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zephyr11 on Wed, 22 June 2016, 21:11:20
^^^^^^^^^^^^^


Can I check where did you get those green ones from? Looks superb!


currently using a Team Wolf Zhuque with Gateron brown switches with taihao ds abs keycaps at work, and a VA87M with Cherry brown pbt keycaps at home.

they're called SLS blanks made by brocaps :)


thanks! i'll try to hunt some down, need some grippy ones for WASD.

 :p :p :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jackstar7 on Thu, 23 June 2016, 00:20:19
Finally acquired #2, so Topre 30g at home and at work.

Personal Keyboard Achievement Unlocked
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 23 June 2016, 00:21:31
Finally acquired #2, so Topre 30g at home and at work.

Personal Keyboard Achievement Unlocked

In somewhat irony, I'm unacquiring #2 as I read this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Thu, 23 June 2016, 02:31:04
Work:
(http://i.imgur.com/CpNeP3x.jpg)

Home:
Razer Blackwidow (currently)
Varmillo VA87, Gateron Browns, as soon as it is imported

I'd offer to sell my Razer, but I'm guessing that no one would want it.  And I registered it, so there's that.  Sure will be nice to get Synapse off my home PC.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dannrawr on Thu, 23 June 2016, 04:25:00
my solder kit arrived from taobao so i can put some led in this. any tips link? much appreciated :D
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DPkomm3.jpg)


What kind of board is it? What kind of LEDs are you trying to add? Are you looking for general soldering tips, or advice specifically for adding LEDs?
just normal poker II. i bought 3mm blue led. advice for adding led as in solder tips.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RobotMalcolmX on Thu, 23 June 2016, 08:12:20
^^^^^^^^^^^^^


Can I check where did you get those green ones from? Looks superb!


currently using a Team Wolf Zhuque with Gateron brown switches with taihao ds abs keycaps at work, and a VA87M with Cherry brown pbt keycaps at home.

they're called SLS blanks made by brocaps :)


thanks! i'll try to hunt some down, need some grippy ones for WASD.

 :p :p :p

If you have an MX board, there are lots of different gamer sets you can find. Topre is a much harder hunt.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zephyr11 on Thu, 23 June 2016, 20:51:06
^^^^^^^^^^^^^


Can I check where did you get those green ones from? Looks superb!


currently using a Team Wolf Zhuque with Gateron brown switches with taihao ds abs keycaps at work, and a VA87M with Cherry brown pbt keycaps at home.

they're called SLS blanks made by brocaps :)


thanks! i'll try to hunt some down, need some grippy ones for WASD.

 :p :p :p

If you have an MX board, there are lots of different gamer sets you can find. Topre is a much harder hunt.

Yes, using a mx compatible keyboard, you have anything to recommend?

sometimes when presented with too many choices, I get a headache.

 :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 23 June 2016, 21:35:18
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nsmArj2.jpg)


Model M Industrial SSK. Very heavy and extremely clicky. Love it. Not switching back to my other customs anytime soon.  :))

Very nice :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: juahenza on Thu, 23 June 2016, 21:41:06
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nsmArj2.jpg)


Model M Industrial SSK. Very heavy and extremely clicky. Love it. Not switching back to my other customs anytime soon.  :))

Very nice :)

Thank you!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Floody on Sat, 16 July 2016, 11:39:01
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160716/b4567cd0c9fc81353e8905bbcda2d3a7.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Sat, 16 July 2016, 14:41:41
Not much has changed recently but I'm at home so Duck Eagle with Clears, GMK Cyrillic, and my Blackout v2

(http://i.imgur.com/2Bbxc1k.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emdude on Sat, 16 July 2016, 15:45:31
SGI Granite, with Alps SKCM Cream Damped switches.  Using this since I just got it, but the switches kinda stink compared to older tactile SKCMs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sat, 16 July 2016, 15:48:41
hhkb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y2bd on Sat, 16 July 2016, 16:09:36
Just got in a blue Z-Case today for my 65g Zealios board w/ blue LEDs. Very blue! Wish I could use my Cherry profile caps without them scratching up on the LEDs though  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 16 July 2016, 17:38:31
SGI Granite, with Alps SKCM Cream Damped switches.  Using this since I just got it, but the switches kinda stink compared to older tactile SKCMs.

What are your favorite Alps switches so far, emdude?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emdude on Sun, 17 July 2016, 00:19:41
SGI Granite, with Alps SKCM Cream Damped switches.  Using this since I just got it, but the switches kinda stink compared to older tactile SKCMs.

What are your favorite Alps switches so far, emdude?

Hm, SKCM Browns are probably my favorite tactile Alps switches, then SKCM Blues for clicky Alps.  I have yet to try the more common switches (SKCM Whites, Blacks) actually; haven't tried any linear Alps either.

Even though I entered Alps with SKCM Blues, I think I prefer tactile SKCM switches more at this point.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 17 July 2016, 02:33:45
Many happy.

Such hacking.

Much key.

So board.

Very thock.

Wow!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Findecanor on Sun, 17 July 2016, 12:58:34
I am using a tablet with a foldable Bluetooth chiclet keyboard of a make that is very common. Cramped layout and smaller keys than even a regular chiclet but  much much better than typing on a touchscreen. On the BT keyboard, I can almost touch type.

I am using it because I am travelling, and I did not have time to build a small keyboard with Cherry switches. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Peripheral Prophet on Sun, 17 July 2016, 14:04:37
Many happy.

Such hacking.

Much key.

So board.

Very thock.

Wow!

Im thocking as I type thock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Sun, 17 July 2016, 15:36:28
Poker2 with clears and evergreen DSA. Very excited to have an HHKB in my life in the near future!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mteinum on Sun, 17 July 2016, 17:55:16
Brain to fingers: "this is easy"

Learning to type on an Atreus

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/9/8647/27751531833_5bd73f10a1_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JhiRyM)

Atreus on Macbook (https://flic.kr/p/JhiRyM) by Morten Teinum (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mortenteinum/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wingpad on Sun, 17 July 2016, 20:10:39
Just bought a Model M yesterday from a local guy looking to offload some of his tech and I am loving it so far. Placed an order for some caps from Unicomp to get a more modern layout (ctrl for caps lock and two command keys) so all I need to do is build/buy a converter so I can program it accordingly :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raymogi on Sun, 17 July 2016, 20:13:16
Been using my Octagon v2 for 3 weeks straight! Loving this layout and the 65g Zealios switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jenggo on Sun, 17 July 2016, 20:39:19
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160718/7c1700fffb488dbf9146ee6997acf4fe.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160718/ce3281058c1cc641e09d3de68ad8bf58.jpg)


NeRD TKL 2.0
Custom Case
Lubed Brown - Black switch spring swap


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rainb1ood on Sun, 17 July 2016, 21:21:54
Back to using Octagon v1 from weeks of Orion v2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Mon, 18 July 2016, 17:45:44
Been using my freshly bolt modded 1398601 Model M. Its so much better now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Mon, 18 July 2016, 19:04:47
supid appel airbook big mac board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ciemnika on Mon, 18 July 2016, 19:09:34
HHKB Pro 2 and a Filco MJ2 TKL with browns.

And a terrible, awful Macbook Pro built-in keyboard when I travel for work... which is missing the left option key.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 18 July 2016, 20:09:49
Hm, SKCM Browns are probably my favorite tactile Alps switches, then SKCM Blues for clicky Alps.  I have yet to try the more common switches (SKCM Whites, Blacks) actually; haven't tried any linear Alps either.

Even though I entered Alps with SKCM Blues, I think I prefer tactile SKCM switches more at this point.

I too entered the land of Alps with an SKCM Blue board, and while I do still really like the switches, I'm similar in that my favorites are not SKCM Blue. My favorite switches are SKCL Green and SKCL Brown, linear switches.

I'd say SKCM Brown and SKCM Green are tied with SKCM Blue with me. They're top tier, but I started the MK hobby with linears and I guess that's just what grew on me the most. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 19 July 2016, 06:09:41
Starts with an H.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Tue, 19 July 2016, 13:07:39
Starts with an H.
hypermatrix n key rollover epic gaming keyboard?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Tue, 19 July 2016, 13:21:22
55 gram Realforce in a Tuxedo

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Tue, 19 July 2016, 13:34:49
55 gram Realforce in a Tuxedo

(Attachment Link)
real nice lookiin
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tacnificent on Tue, 19 July 2016, 15:39:19
WKL b.mini (http://imgur.com/a/LH2A0) on my primary PC

Keycool 84 (http://imgur.com/a/H8n4t) on secondary

laptop kb for work  :( Contemplating building a JD40
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blithen on Wed, 20 July 2016, 17:34:51
My avatar(planck keyboard with blues)! Programmable firmware has ruined me for all other boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aznsilvrboy on Thu, 21 July 2016, 00:20:50
Still using my Filco Majestouch 2 Cherry MX Red since I got it a few years ago. Except it's got new PBT key caps on it now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Fri, 22 July 2016, 00:13:47
55 gram Realforce in a Tuxedo

(Attachment Link)

Nice!  I'm considering a full white key/black base RF87 55g but need to work out finances first.

Currently using Varmilo VA87MN.  Not thrilled w/Gateron Browns, but I love the heft and stability of this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 22 July 2016, 05:56:56
Just swapped over to my NEC APC-H4100E with NEC blue oval switches for the weekend.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: [Lewynlight] on Fri, 22 July 2016, 11:13:48
have been using hhkb from last week. still adapting.. it's kind of hard, especially when you have to press ~ key ..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jpecina on Fri, 22 July 2016, 13:36:16
Using my Quickfire Rapid in reds until my HHKB arrives. Hope it doesn't take me too long to learn the layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Fri, 22 July 2016, 13:38:53
Using my Quickfire Rapid in reds until my HHKB arrives. Hope it doesn't take me too long to learn the layout.

The time it takes to learn is somewhat dependent on how "exclusive" you can be in using it.  It took me a while as I was trying to use it and a TKL during the same time period.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jpecina on Fri, 22 July 2016, 13:45:45
Using my Quickfire Rapid in reds until my HHKB arrives. Hope it doesn't take me too long to learn the layout.

The time it takes to learn is somewhat dependent on how "exclusive" you can be in using it.  It took me a while as I was trying to use it and a TKL during the same time period.

I Like to juggle between my boards pretty often. Might use it nonstop for a month and see how it goes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PQStarLord on Sat, 23 July 2016, 14:32:24
Ducky shine 5, and I love it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TwitchXL on Sat, 23 July 2016, 14:40:50
I used a ducky and love it. Black switches. Thinking of getting another board with browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wobbled on Sat, 23 July 2016, 18:01:14
Using an IBM Model M industrial SSK
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 23 July 2016, 18:08:18
Using an IBM Model M industrial SSK
(Attachment Link)

A very nice keyboard & welcome to geekhack!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wobbled on Sat, 23 July 2016, 18:19:58
Using an IBM Model M industrial SSK
(Attachment Link)

A very nice keyboard & welcome to geekhack!

Thank you!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sat, 23 July 2016, 18:35:05
Currently using a chicony kb5181 that was in pretty bad shape before I restored it.
[attach=1]

-Aran
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fictiouz on Sat, 23 July 2016, 21:10:44
B.face with stickered variable zealios switches. Love the white and black theme it has going on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Sun, 24 July 2016, 00:40:58
Right now i have 3 topre keyboards connected ... Realforce 87u variable, Leopold FC660C with silenced mods, and an HHKB Type-S. I'm trying to figure out which one I like the most but i'm having a tough time picking. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: balotz on Sun, 24 July 2016, 06:20:29
A Packard Bell with blue alps; keycaps from an SGI AT101.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 24 July 2016, 06:50:04
A Packard Bell with blue alps; keycaps from an SGI AT101.

(Attachment Link)

Were you the one who got that Packard Bell off of eBay recently? The orange indicator label seems like a bit of a clue. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quakemz on Sun, 24 July 2016, 07:03:51
Currently rocking my GH60 with steel LeandreN plate, black Pok3r case (temporary), JTK WoB and moderately lubed 67g Zealios.

These switches lubed are quite the experience. Believe it or not, they almost resemble Topre, oddly enough...Sounds crazy, I know.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: balotz on Sun, 24 July 2016, 08:30:01
Quote
Were you the one who got that Packard Bell off of eBay recently? The orange indicator label seems like a bit of a clue. :P

Yes well spotted. There don't seem to be many of these around.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Sun, 24 July 2016, 09:09:20
The lovely thock of HHKB pro 2  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thebeae on Sun, 24 July 2016, 10:41:28
Keycool 84 with browns at work, AMJ96 at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ap0k on Sun, 24 July 2016, 17:21:34
cm masterkeys pro s w/ mx reds
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hispes on Sun, 24 July 2016, 18:23:33
GON Nerd TKL with stock Gat blacks

(http://i.imgur.com/eEWPTNN.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sun, 24 July 2016, 18:59:10
GON Nerd TKL with stock Gat blacks

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eEWPTNN.jpg)


Dayum (http://i.imgur.com/WuD4HoK.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cerasis on Sun, 24 July 2016, 20:10:40
(http://i.imgur.com/Afq0iiw.jpg)

Using my Pok3r with MX blues, with some sadsters and some SA keycaps i got from a MKB meetup a couple days ago.

Makes me feel like trying an SA layout, my 1 and tilde key are huge compared to my stock caps lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jenggo on Mon, 25 July 2016, 10:04:50
GON Nerd TKL with stock Gat blacks

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eEWPTNN.jpg)


Dayum
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WuD4HoK.gif)


whoaa... beautiful
what is that in ~ key?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Mon, 25 July 2016, 10:06:07
GON Nerd TKL with stock Gat blacks

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eEWPTNN.jpg)


Dayum
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WuD4HoK.gif)


whoaa... beautiful
what is that in ~ key?
It's a KK Snackkey.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Mon, 25 July 2016, 18:46:55
Using a MK Disco with KBT Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiritanimals on Tue, 26 July 2016, 08:02:39
At work wishing I had something nicer to type on rather than this rubber-domed Dell keyboard.  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Tue, 26 July 2016, 08:04:02
HHKB BT. Not much more needs to be said apart from that it's wonderful.

(http://i.imgur.com/C9vGey1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 26 July 2016, 12:15:46
At work wishing I had something nicer to type on rather than this rubber-domed Dell keyboard.  :-[

That's why you keep a few extra just in case you need them....
(http://i.imgur.com/QhAD9BO.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Tue, 26 July 2016, 12:21:22
At work wishing I had something nicer to type on rather than this rubber-domed Dell keyboard.  :-[

That's why you keep a few extra just in case you need them....
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QhAD9BO.jpg)

That is a fiiiine collection of keyboards right there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: spiritanimals on Tue, 26 July 2016, 12:44:35
At work wishing I had something nicer to type on rather than this rubber-domed Dell keyboard.  :-[

That's why you keep a few extra just in case you need them....
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QhAD9BO.jpg)


Thanks for sharing that inspirational image! This is a fairly new hobby for me... still planning on what to buy/build to take to work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Tue, 26 July 2016, 13:07:33
That's why you keep a few extra just in case you need them....
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QhAD9BO.jpg)


Psh, no square badges :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 26 July 2016, 13:15:45
At work wishing I had something nicer to type on rather than this rubber-domed Dell keyboard.  :-[

That's why you keep a few extra just in case you need them....
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QhAD9BO.jpg)


So shiny and clean (http://i.imgur.com/xSO1456.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Tue, 26 July 2016, 13:36:25
HHKB 9-5 Err day
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 26 July 2016, 14:43:59
Currently my KBP V60 with MX Blues and Midnight DCS Keycaps and a Black Warmaster from HKP with Gold eyes.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Tue, 26 July 2016, 14:46:32
Currently my KBP V60 with MX Blues and Midnight DCS Keycaps and a Black Warmaster from HKP with Gold eyes.

(Attachment Link)

The Warmaster is a great match for that keycap set. Looks sharp!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 26 July 2016, 14:53:33
Currently my KBP V60 with MX Blues and Midnight DCS Keycaps and a Black Warmaster from HKP with Gold eyes.

(Attachment Link)

The Warmaster is a great match for that keycap set. Looks sharp!

Thanks!  I tried a few different ones, but that one seemed to fit the best.  I really love HKP's caps they don't get nearly enough love IMO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Tue, 26 July 2016, 15:29:42
Kul ES-87, EnjoyPBT, 62g Ergoclears

Nothing has come close. Lubed Zealios Planck. Nah. 65g Ergo Pok3r. Nah.

I have high hopes for my Ergodox, but I'm going to have to trade my Zealios for some Cherry MX Clears ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 26 July 2016, 15:50:56
Kul ES-87, EnjoyPBT, 62g Ergoclears

Nothing has come close. Lubed Zealios Planck. Nah. 65g Ergo Pok3r. Nah.

I have high hopes for my Ergodox, but I'm going to have to trade my Zealios for some Cherry MX Clears ;)

KUL 87 ES my favorite TKL hands down, if it wasn't for me vastly preferring 60%'s i'd still have them all.  Parting with my last KUL this week at a local sale.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Tue, 26 July 2016, 16:16:04
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S

 :eek:

The reaction when you tell someone that your keyboard is $300.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 26 July 2016, 16:19:30
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S

 :eek:

The reaction when you tell someone that your keyboard is $300.

Spend $300 on a handbag that you use a couple times a year - That's fine

Spend $300 on a keyboard you use daily - Ridiculous
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 26 July 2016, 16:32:02
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S

 :eek:

The reaction when you tell someone that your keyboard is $300.

Spend $300 on a handbag that you use a couple times a year - That's fine

Spend $300 on a keyboard you use daily - Ridiculous

Haha yeah, when my wife found out what i paid just for one of my Holy Oops stormtrooper caps she flipped out...glad she has no idea what keyboards cost.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Tue, 26 July 2016, 16:41:38
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S

 :eek:

The reaction when you tell someone that your keyboard is $300.

Spend $300 on a handbag that you use a couple times a year - That's fine

Spend $300 on a keyboard you use daily - Ridiculous

Haha yeah, when my wife found out what i paid just for one of my Holy Oops stormtrooper caps she flipped out...glad she has no idea what keyboards cost.

My wife actually doesn't care too much, she's told me as long as everything is paid for and our savings account is increasing rather than decreasing I can do whatever.  I do our budgeting though, so sometimes she might not know exactly how much something costs but I also have a hard cap on how much I'll spend in a month on keyboard stuff so that things don't get out of hand.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emdude on Tue, 26 July 2016, 17:00:25
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S

 :eek:

The reaction when you tell someone that your keyboard is $300.

Spend $300 on a handbag that you use a couple times a year - That's fine

Spend $300 on a keyboard you use daily - Ridiculous

This is kind of a pet peeve of mine; people seem to have a hard time putting things perspective.  Best example recently is Pokemon Go, it's tiring to read comments in online articles about it when you see the peanut gallery complaining for whatever reason.  Haven't these people heard of "to each their own"?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 26 July 2016, 17:28:44
HHKB Pro 2 Type-S

 :eek:

The reaction when you tell someone that your keyboard is $300.

Spend $300 on a handbag that you use a couple times a year - That's fine

Spend $300 on a keyboard you use daily - Ridiculous

This is kind of a pet peeve of mine; people seem to have a hard time putting things perspective.  Best example recently is Pokemon Go, it's tiring to read comments in online articles about it when you see the peanut gallery complaining for whatever reason.  Haven't these people heard of "to each their own"?

http://www.wsj.com/video/driver-playing-pokemon-go-crashes-into-police/9A498F1E-BFF3-4C3A-961E-3DA084F6121C.html (http://www.wsj.com/video/driver-playing-pokemon-go-crashes-into-police/9A498F1E-BFF3-4C3A-961E-3DA084F6121C.html)

I'm gonna be THAT GUY for a second here
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emdude on Tue, 26 July 2016, 17:39:32
http://www.wsj.com/video/driver-playing-pokemon-go-crashes-into-police/9A498F1E-BFF3-4C3A-961E-3DA084F6121C.html (http://www.wsj.com/video/driver-playing-pokemon-go-crashes-into-police/9A498F1E-BFF3-4C3A-961E-3DA084F6121C.html)

I'm gonna be THAT GUY for a second here

Haha, well that's a perfectly valid concern to have.  People should be free to do whatever they want as long as they exercise common sense and don't endanger the lives of others, as did not happen here.

Then there's people who complain about Pokemon Go turning everyone into zombies or being a total waste of time or whatnot:

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3438/4593531893_f67a757fa1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 26 July 2016, 17:50:02
http://www.wsj.com/video/driver-playing-pokemon-go-crashes-into-police/9A498F1E-BFF3-4C3A-961E-3DA084F6121C.html (http://www.wsj.com/video/driver-playing-pokemon-go-crashes-into-police/9A498F1E-BFF3-4C3A-961E-3DA084F6121C.html)

I'm gonna be THAT GUY for a second here

Haha, well that's a perfectly valid concern to have.  People should be free to do whatever they want as long as they exercise common sense and don't endanger the lives of others, as did not happen here.

Then there's people who complain about Pokemon Go turning everyone into zombies or being a total waste of time or whatnot:

Show Image
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3438/4593531893_f67a757fa1.jpg)


Haha, I've been playing Pokemon Diamond for the past month; If my phone wasn't a Windows phone I would be all over Pokemon Go. I'd be an amazing zombie

I think I'm going to lie and tell everyone that my keyboard is cheap "don't worry 'bout it." Totally foolproof plan imho
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TypingNoob on Thu, 28 July 2016, 04:13:50
Work: Varmillo Va87mr (Cherry Clears)

Home: B.87(Tao Bao) Gateron Reds

I hope this doesnt count as necroing or anything. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 July 2016, 06:04:07
That's why you keep a few extra just in case you need them....
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QhAD9BO.jpg)


Psh, no square badges :)

LOL!  I guess you can't exactly see which keyboards they are!  Maybe going to my imgur site might enlighten you.

http://snowdog993.imgur.com/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Thu, 28 July 2016, 09:28:27
Finally put together (http://imgur.com/a/PQW1j) my Sentraq 60% that arrived back at the end of March. I made a sound clip too: Zealios vs. Topre (https://youtu.be/8lySQ8KFcmQ)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8359/28523184956_4d62138fd1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuM9Y)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8759/28523179596_79c63eef91_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuKyy)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Thu, 28 July 2016, 12:21:19
Show Image
Finally put together (http://imgur.com/a/PQW1j) my Sentraq 60% that arrived back at the end of March. I made a sound clip too: Zealios vs. Topre (https://youtu.be/8lySQ8KFcmQ)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8359/28523184956_4d62138fd1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuM9Y)


(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8759/28523179596_79c63eef91_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuKyy)
very nice
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Fri, 29 July 2016, 18:41:40
On a temporary basis, demik has graciously loaned me his lubed and silenced HHKB.  After that, back to my non-lubed or silenced HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 30 July 2016, 03:53:44
Lubed HHKB is godly ;) 

Anyways, nothing comes close to this beast in terms of typing satisfaction

(http://i.imgur.com/9I4QgNql.jpg)

I'm using it at the office...I guess it's sweet pinging sound is tolerable and it sound's like there's some serious work done too  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 04:01:51
Lubed HHKB is godly ;) 

Anyways, nothing comes close to this beast in terms of typing satisfaction

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9I4QgNql.jpg)


I'm using it at the office...I guess it's sweet pinging sound is tolerable and it sound's like there's some serious work done too  :thumb:

thats a sexy F xt right there. what controller are you using to convert it to usb? i'm guessing teensy?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 30 July 2016, 04:14:56

thats a sexy F xt right there. what controller are you using to convert it to usb? i'm guessing teensy?
It's totally reconditioned - new foam, powder coated plate, etc...Restoration log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490 (http://imgur.com/a/4a490)

And you're guessing right, it's a teensy 2.0. It's flashed with that good old Soarer's controller. What I really like is the fact that the board in it's core uses similar layout that I'm used to - HHKB. I've mapped it as close as it gets to that layout plus the F row and the numpad. I use numpad a lot at work and it's a great tool to work with. And those capacitive BS...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sat, 30 July 2016, 05:03:23

thats a sexy F xt right there. what controller are you using to convert it to usb? i'm guessing teensy?
It's totally reconditioned - new foam, powder coated plate, etc...Restoration log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490 (http://imgur.com/a/4a490)

And you're guessing right, it's a teensy 2.0. It's flashed with that good old Soarer's controller. What I really like is the fact that the board in it's core uses similar layout that I'm used to - HHKB. I've mapped it as close as it gets to that layout plus the F row and the numpad. I use numpad a lot at work and it's a great tool to work with. And those capacitive BS...
Awesome album man, I just looked through it and I think I learned something. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 30 July 2016, 05:20:40

thats a sexy F xt right there. what controller are you using to convert it to usb? i'm guessing teensy?
It's totally reconditioned - new foam, powder coated plate, etc...Restoration log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490 (http://imgur.com/a/4a490)

And you're guessing right, it's a teensy 2.0. It's flashed with that good old Soarer's controller. What I really like is the fact that the board in it's core uses similar layout that I'm used to - HHKB. I've mapped it as close as it gets to that layout plus the F row and the numpad. I use numpad a lot at work and it's a great tool to work with. And those capacitive BS...
Awesome album man, I just looked through it and I think I learned something. :D
Good to hear, bro. What did you learn?
If you have any questions, let me know. 😉

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 05:40:30

thats a sexy F xt right there. what controller are you using to convert it to usb? i'm guessing teensy?
It's totally reconditioned - new foam, powder coated plate, etc...Restoration log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490 (http://imgur.com/a/4a490)

And you're guessing right, it's a teensy 2.0. It's flashed with that good old Soarer's controller. What I really like is the fact that the board in it's core uses similar layout that I'm used to - HHKB. I've mapped it as close as it gets to that layout plus the F row and the numpad. I use numpad a lot at work and it's a great tool to work with. And those capacitive BS...
Awesome album man, I just looked through it and I think I learned something. :D
Good to hear, bro. What did you learn?
If you have any questions, let me know. 😉

yeah, that is really awesome. does it support KRO? i have an old model M that has terminal keycaps and i might get it working. i prefer to stick to din 5 or ps/2 protocol rather than converting it as converting is modifing the protocol rather than the keyboard talking dierctly to the computer. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 30 July 2016, 09:36:59

thats a sexy F xt right there. what controller are you using to convert it to usb? i'm guessing teensy?
It's totally reconditioned - new foam, powder coated plate, etc...Restoration log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490 (http://imgur.com/a/4a490)

And you're guessing right, it's a teensy 2.0. It's flashed with that good old Soarer's controller. What I really like is the fact that the board in it's core uses similar layout that I'm used to - HHKB. I've mapped it as close as it gets to that layout plus the F row and the numpad. I use numpad a lot at work and it's a great tool to work with. And those capacitive BS...
Awesome album man, I just looked through it and I think I learned something. :D
Good to hear, bro. What did you learn?
If you have any questions, let me know. 😉

yeah, that is really awesome. does it support KRO? i have an old model M that has terminal keycaps and i might get it working. i prefer to stick to din 5 or ps/2 protocol rather than converting it as converting is modifing the protocol rather than the keyboard talking dierctly to the computer.
Model F's support nkro, model M's only 2kro.

As much as I like the old ps/2, nothing beats the soarers programmability options and usb output.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: soulfree914 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 09:43:18
Work: 356CL Dark Grey Edition
Home: 356mini (Red)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 09:59:47
yeah, i heard model Ms are 2KRO. not my ideal KRO but i might get a 3rd teensy and give it a shot :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 10:34:36
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 30 July 2016, 12:40:37
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lBdqtkZ.jpg)

What Cherry's are under those Desko's ;)
Looking great, bruh!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 13:05:10
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 30 July 2016, 13:23:28
Buttereh!!!
Stock springs?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Sat, 30 July 2016, 13:27:19
My Model M 1390131... still waiting for my 1391401 to come by.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Sat, 30 July 2016, 13:54:23
(http://i.imgur.com/bl1pM2S.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/vseKL1I.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/5XkQHQU.jpg)

Still my favorite by a fair amount.

Keyed-Up Labs ES87
KUL Cherry Pie Red Top Case
EnjoyPBT/Gateron PBT: mixed black and dark gray sets
Cherry MX Clears
SPRiT 62g 24k Springs
Krytox GPL105 GPL205 Lube
Clipped Stabilizers
Sound Dampened via 2x Layers of Shelf Liner
bmilcs Custom USB Cable
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 18:20:44
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 31 July 2016, 03:47:11
Lubed HHKB is godly ;) 

Anyways, nothing comes close to this beast in terms of typing satisfaction

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9I4QgNql.jpg)


I'm using it at the office...I guess it's sweet pinging sound is tolerable and it sound's like there's some serious work done too  :thumb:

Nice restoration :)

I like it when an old keyboard is brought back to life.  With the Model M/F keyboards they tend to clean up very nicely, and could well last for another 30 years.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sun, 31 July 2016, 05:08:24
Thanks!

I enjoy restoring them and using them properly everyday. That's what they were designed for and in terms of typing feel they are on another level in comparison to todays boards. You can get them pretty cheap, clean them up, connect a teensy, map it up and off you go.
There's nothing to compare the capacitive BS switches to...I mean, BS don't come even close. One really has to experience them to really appreciate the feel and the heritage nonetheless.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 31 July 2016, 05:18:38
Thanks!

I enjoy restoring them and using them properly everyday. That's what they were designed for and in terms of typing feel they are on another level in comaprison to todays boards. You can get them pretty cheap, clean them up, connect a teensy, map it up and off you go.
There's nothing to compare the capacitive BS switches to...I mean, BS don't come even close. One really has to experience them to really appreciate the feel and the heritage nonetheless.

One of the very few keyboards still on my wish list.

PS. This post was typed on one of my SSKs :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crossfire on Sun, 31 July 2016, 05:23:59
Thanks!

I enjoy restoring them and using them properly everyday. That's what they were designed for and in terms of typing feel they are on another level in comaprison to todays boards. You can get them pretty cheap, clean them up, connect a teensy, map it up and off you go.
There's nothing to compare the capacitive BS switches to...I mean, BS don't come even close. One really has to experience them to really appreciate the feel and the heritage nonetheless.

One of the very few keyboards still on my wish list.

PS. This post was typed on one of my SSKs :)

I would have kept my ex-SSK for sure...if only I didn't put my hands on that F earlier...true story :).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Mon, 01 August 2016, 10:48:57
87U 55g

Not sure that I like it, but I will give it a few weeks.

I will say it is a quality board.

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff386/screwdriverx/P1020436_zpsabrenxvg.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Mon, 01 August 2016, 17:09:25
Just finished building this puppy. KC60 PCB, black plate, 67g lubed and sip socketed Zealios with "warm white" LEDs, walnut case from Massdrop. This thing feels amazing. It sounds like Topre switches, is super smooth but I love the tactile bump. The caps are old Originative Carbon Black caps and are temporary, 1976 is going on this. Ramage keycap on the Esc.

Now I need to take some better pictures.

 (http://i.imgur.com/Yu4ggN0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Mon, 01 August 2016, 17:49:52
 :eek:  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Mon, 01 August 2016, 17:59:20
Just finished building this puppy. KC60 PCB, black plate, 67g lubed and sip socketed Zealios with "warm white" LEDs, walnut case from Massdrop. This thing feels amazing. It sounds like Topre switches, is super smooth but I love the tactile bump. The caps are old Originative Carbon Black caps and are temporary, 1976 is going on this. Ramage keycap on the Esc.

Now I need to take some better pictures.

 
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Yu4ggN0.jpg)


Is it wrong for me to get wood seeing that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Mon, 01 August 2016, 22:28:55
I want them to make one in 87 key  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 03 August 2016, 11:43:00
Sound comparison:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Wed, 03 August 2016, 12:12:33
Just finished building this puppy. KC60 PCB, black plate, 67g lubed and sip socketed Zealios with "warm white" LEDs, walnut case from Massdrop. This thing feels amazing. It sounds like Topre switches, is super smooth but I love the tactile bump. The caps are old Originative Carbon Black caps and are temporary, 1976 is going on this. Ramage keycap on the Esc.

Now I need to take some better pictures.

 
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Yu4ggN0.jpg)


How are those 67g lubed Zealios? I underestimated how soft 62g lubed SPRiT Zealios would be lol. I thought 65g felt hard pre-installation. Fail.

I'm thinking 67-68g maybe equivalent to my 62g Ergoclears. Not sure though. Have you had experience here?

Edit: My Zealios are definitely growing on me and making my 62g feel heavy... which is crazy... when I used to find 62g insanely light and loved std clears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 03 August 2016, 14:34:55
Just finished building this puppy. KC60 PCB, black plate, 67g lubed and sip socketed Zealios with "warm white" LEDs, walnut case from Massdrop. This thing feels amazing. It sounds like Topre switches, is super smooth but I love the tactile bump. The caps are old Originative Carbon Black caps and are temporary, 1976 is going on this. Ramage keycap on the Esc.

Now I need to take some better pictures.

 
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Yu4ggN0.jpg)


How are those 67g lubed Zealios? I underestimated how soft 62g lubed SPRiT Zealios would be lol. I thought 65g felt hard pre-installation. Fail.

I'm thinking 67-68g maybe equivalent to my 62g Ergoclears. Not sure though. Have you had experience here?

Edit: My Zealios are definitely growing on me and making my 62g feel heavy... which is crazy... when I used to find 62g insanely light and loved std clears.

They're quickly becoming my favorite switch. I started with blues, which were way too light for me, then I moved on to greens with o-rings which I loved for a long time. I then dabbled with a variable weighted Realforce 104U and Gateron Browns, which were again too light. But moving back to the green, I noticed that I felt the Green was too stiff. With these, for me, they seem to hit the sweet spot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corsa1r on Wed, 03 August 2016, 14:58:46
Sound comparison:


The one you recently built sounds DIVINE.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RobotMalcolmX on Wed, 03 August 2016, 15:24:38
(http://i.imgur.com/sRVP2K7.jpg)

55G HHKB BT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 03 August 2016, 15:32:25
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sRVP2K7.jpg)


55G HHKB BT

Slap on white/gray keycaps and you've reached HHKB endgame.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RobotMalcolmX on Wed, 03 August 2016, 15:38:33
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sRVP2K7.jpg)


55G HHKB BT

Slap on white/gray keycaps and you've reached HHKB endgame.

Thank you for not saying purp sliders.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 03 August 2016, 16:02:56
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sRVP2K7.jpg)


55G HHKB BT

Slap on white/gray keycaps and you've reached HHKB endgame.

Thank you for not saying purp sliders.

Oh, megle. I can't believe forgot those. How embarrassing.  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RELLIK on Wed, 03 August 2016, 17:36:30
Finally got a a standard TKL!
(http://i.imgur.com/86HUhK2.jpg)

Edited, Cheers  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Wed, 03 August 2016, 18:25:37
Finally got a a standard TKL!
Show Image
(http://www.heatware.com/u/101520)


Your picture is broken.

Its a link to your heatware.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Thu, 04 August 2016, 03:04:21
NeXT Non-ADB with Alps SKCM Cream (non damp). Not a lot of people out there using one of these right now as their daily :thumb:
(http://i.imgur.com/BDO5f9N.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 04 August 2016, 05:44:29
NeXT Non-ADB with Alps SKCM Cream (non damp). Not a lot of people out there using one of these right now as their daily :thumb:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BDO5f9N.jpg)


Not a lot of people even GOT one of those!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rally Man on Thu, 04 August 2016, 11:10:26
Currently, 2 stock Filco Ninja Majestouch-2 with MX brown's.  Not really worth showing a picture since you've all seen them before.  Once modded a bit I'll post some pictures.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shaussman on Thu, 04 August 2016, 12:39:59
Unicomp Ultra Classic. My summer workplace has these available so I get to use one instead of the crappy dell chicklet keyboard I would otherwise be stuck with.

Overall very satisfying to use. It's honestly a bit hard to swap back to my Ducky when I get home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pace8500 on Thu, 04 August 2016, 17:07:43
Show Image
Finally put together (http://imgur.com/a/PQW1j) my Sentraq 60% that arrived back at the end of March. I made a sound clip too: Zealios vs. Topre (https://youtu.be/8lySQ8KFcmQ)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8359/28523184956_4d62138fd1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuM9Y)


(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8759/28523179596_79c63eef91_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuKyy)

Our keyboards look similar.

(http://i.imgur.com/cfJ7CZV.jpg)

Nerd60 PCB
Leandren plate
Zealios 65g
Originative classic black keyset
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: soulcloset on Thu, 04 August 2016, 18:41:39
Right now, I'm using a ViewSonic KU520 with Zorro Blues. Cheap TKL with cheap caps. However, I've got the NKPC Rainbow caps on the way from MD, and I might get something to replace my gigantic K95 RGB for my second rig. (Thinking the MK84 with Greetech Blacks, anyone used it before?)

Sent from my Xperia Z3v using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Thu, 04 August 2016, 18:44:54
Show Image
Finally put together (http://imgur.com/a/PQW1j) my Sentraq 60% that arrived back at the end of March. I made a sound clip too: Zealios vs. Topre (https://youtu.be/8lySQ8KFcmQ)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8359/28523184956_4d62138fd1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuM9Y)


(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8759/28523179596_79c63eef91_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuKyy)

Our keyboards look similar.

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(http://i.imgur.com/cfJ7CZV.jpg)


Nerd60 PCB
Leandren plate
Zealios 65g
Originative classic black keyset

Very nice. Yeah they are pretty close!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 05 August 2016, 01:40:03
Using a ****ty mac laptop keyboard and it's driving me insane. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Fri, 05 August 2016, 02:36:06
Screwed up putting a Matias switch back together, going to have to wait for a few replacement switches.

Back to my Model M sans its Num5 spring!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 05 August 2016, 02:45:18
syrface ro in scteen eybiatdsimass

me attempting to write

"surface pro on screen keyboard so ass"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WhyYouLikeDis on Fri, 05 August 2016, 04:04:42
Went from shoddy Gigabyte membrane to Ducky 2087 g2

Sent from my D6653 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 05 August 2016, 17:30:07
Spending some quality time with my NCR Alps board. :3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Fri, 05 August 2016, 20:01:11
Spending some quality time with my NCR Alps board. :3
NCR? Patrolling the Mojave NCR?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 07 August 2016, 02:36:28
Show Image
Finally put together (http://imgur.com/a/PQW1j) my Sentraq 60% that arrived back at the end of March. I made a sound clip too: Zealios vs. Topre (https://youtu.be/8lySQ8KFcmQ)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8359/28523184956_4d62138fd1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuM9Y)


(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8759/28523179596_79c63eef91_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuKyy)

Our keyboards look similar.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cfJ7CZV.jpg)


Nerd60 PCB
Leandren plate
Zealios 65g
Originative classic black keyset

Sorry to see that you have a defective space bar ;p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pace8500 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 08:43:46
Show Image
Finally put together (http://imgur.com/a/PQW1j) my Sentraq 60% that arrived back at the end of March. I made a sound clip too: Zealios vs. Topre (https://youtu.be/8lySQ8KFcmQ)

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8359/28523184956_4d62138fd1_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuM9Y)


(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8759/28523179596_79c63eef91_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KsuKyy)

Our keyboards look similar.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cfJ7CZV.jpg)


Nerd60 PCB
Leandren plate
Zealios 65g
Originative classic black keyset

Sorry to see that you have a defective space bar ;p

Haha, i flipped it out of curiosity and i actually quite like it that way.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:39:12
Yeah i haven't made up my mind yet either. It depends on the wrist rest i'm using whether i like it or not.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Mon, 08 August 2016, 19:25:15
NeXT Non-ADB with Alps SKCM Cream (non damp). Not a lot of people out there using one of these right now as their daily :thumb:
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(http://i.imgur.com/BDO5f9N.jpg)


That's a real beaute. How are you enjoying it?

I've always been fond of those keyboards. They seem to sound decent as well, though I don't know what the Cream switches feel like.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 09 August 2016, 06:55:11
Phantom: 7bit layout, TMK firmware, Cherry MX Red, thick Cherry PBT (and POM) keycaps (and BTC's ABS Caps Lock)

(https://imgur.com/0Vw47Uw.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 09 August 2016, 08:34:02
Phantom: 7bit layout, TMK firmware, Cherry MX Red, thick Cherry PBT (and POM) keycaps (and BTC's ABS Caps Lock)

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/0Vw47Uw.jpg)


Goodness...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ac2ev on Tue, 09 August 2016, 11:59:13
Today just a simple Lexmark logoed Model M 1398601. Only mod is the RGB key caps. I'm even using the Ps/2 port on my laptops' docking station.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 16:51:34
Whitefox + Cyan + 60g Gateron Browns

(http://i.imgur.com/QkpVTsd.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 09 August 2016, 16:53:25
Phantom: 7bit layout, TMK firmware, Cherry MX Red, thick Cherry PBT (and POM) keycaps (and BTC's ABS Caps Lock)

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/0Vw47Uw.jpg)


Goodness...

Ooooo (http://i.imgur.com/WuD4HoK.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 09 August 2016, 22:20:34
Whitefox + Cyan + 60g Gateron Browns

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(http://i.imgur.com/QkpVTsd.jpg)


Got my Cyan set from Fengs GB.  Wish his would have came with the code keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Wed, 10 August 2016, 13:41:57
swapped from my Chicony KB-5181 as the casing is broken on the bottom corner to an NEC APC-H412. i have no pictures of it right now as my phone has died again...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: robbles on Wed, 10 August 2016, 16:40:37
[attach=1]
Sentraq S60-X w/ quasi-HHKB layout. 78g round 2 Zealios w/ red WASD o-rings. Going to switch the caps out with black Gateron blanks soon, and switch to split right shift and fn.

I love typing on this thing but the lack of elevated feet is starting to get to me. Anybody have good suggestions for feet?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Wed, 10 August 2016, 19:25:40
Switched back to my Realforce 87U 55g. Trying to decide it it is right for me. It is a very high quality board and a really nice typing experience. But, I am not totally sold.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Wed, 10 August 2016, 19:51:26
Selectric
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atrere on Wed, 10 August 2016, 20:37:22
Selectric
... Please tell me you mean that you've found a way to rig that beast up to a computer, because if so, that's the coolest thing I've heard all week.

And as for me: Model F XT, and the 6112884 Pingmaster (for gaming).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Thu, 11 August 2016, 10:45:25
Selectric
... Please tell me you mean that you've found a way to rig that beast up to a computer, because if so, that's the coolest thing I've heard all week.

And as for me: Model F XT, and the 6112884 Pingmaster (for gaming).
I can't tell you that, sadly.  But I think it's doable, since pressing the keys does generate combination of binary states that can be detected with sufficient ingenuity.  The Soviets accomplished this in the '70s.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Thu, 11 August 2016, 13:01:31
Packard Bell T9102 w/ SKCM Blue Alps switches. Love this thing so much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Capmerica on Thu, 11 August 2016, 13:03:41
I am using a no name 96 layout keyboard from Taobao parts with Gateron red switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 11 August 2016, 22:54:52
Welp, looks like the picture wanted to take up the whole screen for some reason, lol.

My Alps Orion 2:1 (it's got a v2 bottom and a v1 top), as I call it. Alps SKCM Blues ftw.  :thumb:


A video instead! This is when it still had the v2 top, but it's kind of useless with the Alps PCB. The pinholes for the LEDs aren't really utilized on that PCB and I like the cleaner and more squared look of the v1 top.

The v2 bottom is sick though. The size differences made lining up the v2 Alps plate perfectly center on the v1 top a little tricky though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Fri, 12 August 2016, 05:04:52
I was using my Packard Bell KCLEA907L with SKCL Browns since I found it, they're amazing and SKCL Browns are definitely my favorite linear switches!

(http://i.imgur.com/pZIV09O.jpg)

But I'm back to using my Model M because the layout on that board is really irritating, plus I just straight up like tactile and clicky switches more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 09:38:04
I was using my Packard Bell KCLEA907L with SKCL Browns since I found it, they're amazing and SKCL Browns are definitely my favorite linear switches!

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(http://i.imgur.com/pZIV09O.jpg)


But I'm back to using my Model M because the layout on that board is really irritating, plus I just straight up like tactile and clicky switches more.

STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 10:51:16
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 13:44:16
STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD

Are you meaning the linear ones or the more commonly sought after tactiles? I don't often see anyone ask or even know about the linear browns. :b
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 13:49:35
STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD

Are you meaning the linear ones or the more commonly sought after tactiles? I don't often see anyone ask or even know about the linear browns. :b

either really, however i have heard mostly good about the SKCMs. really for me I am trying to expand my alps collection but i have always had my eye on greens, blues and browns. maybe the aesthetics?. i doubt i could ever afford any but i think tactile browns are my number 1 (maybe blues)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Fri, 12 August 2016, 13:55:01
STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD

Are you meaning the linear ones or the more commonly sought after tactiles? I don't often see anyone ask or even know about the linear browns. :b

Not more sought out, but they're super rare and very obscure, more so than the SKCM Browns (which are also pretty uncommon)

SKCL Brown and SKCM Green are two of the rarest Alps switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 14:47:12
STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD

Are you meaning the linear ones or the more commonly sought after tactiles? I don't often see anyone ask or even know about the linear browns. :b

Not more sought out, but they're super rare and very obscure, more so than the SKCM Browns (which are also pretty uncommon)

SKCL Brown and SKCM Green are two of the rarest Alps switches.

which is why i want me some xD

i still think i would stick with my SMKs or even my NEC ovals which im loving. i'd have them as more of a backup / display thing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 14:48:35
STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD

Are you meaning the linear ones or the more commonly sought after tactiles? I don't often see anyone ask or even know about the linear browns. :b

Not more sought out, but they're super rare and very obscure, more so than the SKCM Browns (which are also pretty uncommon)

SKCL Brown and SKCM Green are two of the rarest Alps switches.

A lot of people tend to confuse the SKCL/SKCM meanings, especially with SKCL Green and SKCM Brown.

SKCM Green and SKCL Brown are definitely the rarest switches in the Alps SKCL/SKCM family. I was surprised because no one really seems to care or know about SKCL Browns, despite the rarity.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 14:51:57
STAWPPPPPPPPP! i saw this keyboard in the Alps thread and now your making me even more jealous!

i'm not joking, this keyboard (or any other with brown alps) is what will cause me to file for bankruptcy. xD

Are you meaning the linear ones or the more commonly sought after tactiles? I don't often see anyone ask or even know about the linear browns. :b

Not more sought out, but they're super rare and very obscure, more so than the SKCM Browns (which are also pretty uncommon)

SKCL Brown and SKCM Green are two of the rarest Alps switches.

A lot of people tend to confuse the SKCL/SKCM meanings, especially with SKCL Green and SKCM Brown.

SKCM Green and SKCL Brown are definitely the rarest switches in the Alps SKCL/SKCM family. I was surprised because no one really seems to care or know about SKCL Browns, despite the rarity.

if my memory serves correct, SKCL browns are linear and i do not like linear switches (even for gaming) so even though they might be rare, i would sooner have SKCMs if i was going to use it as a daily driver or backup. alps SKCM greens on the other hand - i would love a board with them in considering their tactility.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 14:57:27
if my memory serves correct, SKCL browns are linear and i do not like linear switches (even for gaming) so even though they might be rare, i would sooner have SKCMs if i was going to use it as a daily driver or backup. alps SKCM greens on the other hand - i would love a board with them in considering their tactility.

Yep, you're on the money there. SKCM denotes a clicky or tactile switch while SKCL always means linear.

 Alps SKCM Greens are nice, particularly the less rare bamboo types, since, imo, the earlier pine variety isn't too different from SKCM Brown, where the bamboo have a unique feel that you can't quite compare to other switches. The pines are my personal favorite just out of rarity and their look though. The shade of green on them is really beautiful.

I'd recommend the SKCM (tactile, not damped) Cream switches from a NeXT Non-ADB keyboard if you want a really nice switch that's easier to find though.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 15:12:49
if my memory serves correct, SKCL browns are linear and i do not like linear switches (even for gaming) so even though they might be rare, i would sooner have SKCMs if i was going to use it as a daily driver or backup. alps SKCM greens on the other hand - i would love a board with them in considering their tactility.

Yep, you're on the money there. SKCM denotes a clicky or tactile switch while SKCL always means linear.

 Alps SKCM Greens are nice, particularly the less rare bamboo types, since, imo, the earlier pine variety isn't too different from SKCM Brown, where the bamboo have a unique feel that you can't quite compare to other switches. The pines are my personal favorite just out of rarity and their look though. The shade of green on them is really beautiful.

I'd recommend the SKCM (tactile, not damped) Cream switches from a NeXT Non-ADB keyboard if you want a really nice switch that's easier to find though.  :thumb:

yeah, i was looking into the cream alps but can't seem to find anyone who has any (just like most alps types). hopefully if i unload my Model M and a couple other boards which i'm saving until i can post on classifieds, the voyage will begin!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 15:30:26
yeah, i was looking into the cream alps but can't seem to find anyone who has any (just like most alps types). hopefully if i unload my Model M and a couple other boards which i'm saving until i can post on classifieds, the voyage will begin!

Oh snap, yeah. I just noticed that you were in the UK. If you need someone to proxy you a board, I wouldn't mind helping, but I'd have to get another shipping scale since mine seems to have crapped out on me.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NeXT-Non-ADB-Keyboard-for-NeXT-Cube-NeXTcube-NeXTSTATION-Turbo-Color-Nice-/281903883414?hash=item41a2c7e496:g:hmAAAOSwQItT4e9u

They seem to ship worldwide though, eh?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 15:36:49
yeah, i was looking into the cream alps but can't seem to find anyone who has any (just like most alps types). hopefully if i unload my Model M and a couple other boards which i'm saving until i can post on classifieds, the voyage will begin!

Oh snap, yeah. I just noticed that you were in the UK. If you need someone to proxy you a board, I wouldn't mind helping, but I'd have to get another shipping scale since mine seems to have crapped out on me.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NeXT-Non-ADB-Keyboard-for-NeXT-Cube-NeXTcube-NeXTSTATION-Turbo-Color-Nice-/281903883414?hash=item41a2c7e496:g:hmAAAOSwQItT4e9u

They seem to ship worldwide though, eh?

that would be awesome however i'm new to the whole proxy shipping thing xD   i'm assuming you are tricking the postage service to think you are in another country so that the shipping is less, right?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 15:43:37
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 15:55:47
that would be awesome however i'm new to the whole proxy shipping thing xD   i'm assuming you are tricking the postage service to think you are in another country so that the shipping is less, right?

It's generally to help someone get an item that isn't available in their country (ie, the seller will not ship there), but sometimes it can shave off the shipping expense, especially if there are additional fees through some outlets for int. shipping.

It seems that they offer worldwide shipping though, so you should check out the rate and see how that is, because it probably won't be any cheaper if I'd ship it to you. :P As long as it's not eBay's global shipping service, you should be okay, since it comes with a ton of fees. If the seller is willing to sort the international shipping himself, which isn't hard, then it's much cheaper. I don't know how the customs fees work in the UK though.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:00:52
that would be awesome however i'm new to the whole proxy shipping thing xD   i'm assuming you are tricking the postage service to think you are in another country so that the shipping is less, right?

It's generally to help someone get an item that isn't available in their country (ie, the seller will not ship there), but sometimes it can shave off the shipping expense, especially if there are additional fees through some outlets for int. shipping.

It seems that they offer worldwide shipping though, so you should check out the rate and see how that is, because it probably won't be any cheaper if I'd ship it to you. :P As long as it's not eBay's global shipping service, you should be okay, since it comes with a ton of fees. If the seller is willing to sort the international shipping himself, which isn't hard, then it's much cheaper. I don't know how the customs fees work in the UK though.

oh, fair enough. it's currently £34 shipping so about $47 which is a lot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:04:50
oh, fair enough. it's currently £34 shipping so about $47 which is a lot.

That does seem a little high, but it will at least be $20-30, I'd say. I'm not exactly sure how much at the moment. That plus shipping to me from the seller would probably only save you a little.

This is kinda the same reason why buying from TaoBao sucks, haha. It's not cheaper, just convenient-ish.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:20:14
oh, fair enough. it's currently £34 shipping so about $47 which is a lot.

That does seem a little high, but it will at least be $20-30, I'd say. I'm not exactly sure how much at the moment. That plus shipping to me from the seller would probably only save you a little.

This is kinda the same reason why buying from TaoBao sucks, haha. It's not cheaper, just convenient-ish.

yeah, i agree it will be expensive. as i said, if my Model M sells, not only will i have room for another keyboard but i will have the money. :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:26:26
yeah, i agree it will be expensive. as i said, if my Model M sells, not only will i have room for another keyboard but i will have the money. :p

Sounds good, man. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Fri, 12 August 2016, 18:24:32
Trying to find the perfect switch....like that will ever happen. Got a Code 87 MX Clear in the mail this morning and am liking it quite a bit. Might be the best feeling MX I have felt to date.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Fri, 12 August 2016, 19:39:16
(http://i.imgur.com/3SXUshZ.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 12 August 2016, 23:55:22
Corsair K70 Rapidfire with Cherry Speed Switches.
Never heard of Cherry Speed switches.
Are they tactile? Linear?
Recommend them?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Sat, 13 August 2016, 00:06:57
Corsair K70 Rapidfire with Cherry Speed Switches.
Never heard of Cherry Speed switches.
Are they tactile? Linear?
Recommend them?
They're essentially MX Reds but the actuation point is higher up so they feel a bit more responsive.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 13 August 2016, 14:56:03
I agree that one can get used to slight variations in layout if spread out over time. Minor layout differences aren't really worth *****ing about.

However, any and all condemnation of buckling spring switches is quite on point, in my view. They are noisy and uncomfortable, and the basis of the ugliest keyboards to ever become a de facto standard. From hell's heart I stab at thee, IBM...

I'm still using the same keyboard.  Are you?
(http://i.imgur.com/5vdn17u.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sat, 13 August 2016, 16:13:25
B.Face with 45g Jailhouse Blues. Probably my favorite MX switch right now  :)

I just need a new case and the GMK WoB gb to come through

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 13 August 2016, 16:17:53
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 13 August 2016, 19:12:08
B.Face with 45g Jailhouse Blues. Probably my favorite MX switch right now  :)

I just need a new case and the GMK WoB gb to come through

(Attachment Link)

Watch for it in September, it is coming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sat, 13 August 2016, 20:11:03
B.Face with 45g Jailhouse Blues. Probably my favorite MX switch right now  :)

I just need a new case and the GMK WoB gb to come through

(Attachment Link)

Looks good man! 

 :)) thanks. Didn't realize it looked like crap until I uploaded it but oh well.

B.Face with 45g Jailhouse Blues. Probably my favorite MX switch right now  :)

I just need a new case and the GMK WoB gb to come through

(Attachment Link)

Watch for it in September, it is coming.

Woo :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sat, 13 August 2016, 20:16:21
mason, I like your boards and shots a lot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: potatobot on Sat, 13 August 2016, 22:56:49
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160814/a062af21a0f0544f2c44300498eb54b8.jpg)

My daily driver

varmilo va87 with gateron browns and DSA granite :)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bettablue on Sat, 13 August 2016, 22:57:28
Like a lot of users, I use my IBM Model M keyboard with my Windows computer, however with my vintage computer collection, I use the original keyboards that came bundled with the systems when they were new.  For instance, my Apple lle, I use the venerable Apple ol keyboard, and each of my IBM systems use either the Model F, AT, or Model M boards, and finally, my Trs80 Model 4 uses the keyboard that was included in the "all-in-one" cabinet.  Of course my Commodore uses the keyboard that was installed in the computer's case, which made the Commodore what it was.  Of course, there are other computers, and their original keyboards.  I'm definitely always on the lookout for other systems that include their original keyboards.  I have even turned down offers of vintage computers simply because the keyboard/computer were mismatched. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sat, 13 August 2016, 23:41:53
mason, I like your boards and shots a lot.

I can't tell if this is sarcasm
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sun, 14 August 2016, 00:18:10
mason, I like your boards and shots a lot.

I can't tell if this is sarcasm

It's not.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Sun, 14 August 2016, 00:29:28
mason, I like your boards and shots a lot.

I can't tell if this is sarcasm

It's not.

well thanks  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 14 August 2016, 02:25:48
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160814/a062af21a0f0544f2c44300498eb54b8.jpg)


My daily driver

varmilo va87 with gateron browns and DSA granite :)

Every time I see Granite I look for those irregular gaps that were in R1 :))

Also did you know you can disable that signature in Tapatalk settings?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sun, 14 August 2016, 02:38:15
Corsair K70 Rapidfire with Cherry Speed Switches.
Never heard of Cherry Speed switches.
Are they tactile? Linear?
Recommend them?
They're essentially MX Reds but the actuation point is higher up so they feel a bit more responsive.
Ah alright. Thanks for clarifying. :D
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: potatobot on Sun, 14 August 2016, 08:03:26
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160814/a062af21a0f0544f2c44300498eb54b8.jpg)


My daily driver

varmilo va87 with gateron browns and DSA granite :)

Every time I see Granite I look for those irregular gaps that were in R1 :))

Also did you know you can disable that signature in Tapatalk settings?


I havent notice gaps :)) or i just dont mind at all

yeah, i forgot to disable it again coz i had to reinstall the app. Thanks for pointing that out. XD
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kingnestea on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:43:42
Kmac mini with SA  :)) :)) :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Sun, 14 August 2016, 23:24:14
I was bored and bought a Redragon K552 to see how a cheap arse board is. Was under $40 shipped. Not a bad keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lildragonbuns on Mon, 15 August 2016, 02:38:06
Using a Satan GH60 with gateron browns. I really want to try something different like topre or zealios
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 16 August 2016, 06:08:05
I'm happily hacking away on a key board.  There's a 2 in there too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Tue, 16 August 2016, 07:55:01
I'm happily hacking away on a key board.  There's a 2 in there too.
HHaoaKB? I haven't heard of that one yet, is it an Australia exclusive?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Tue, 16 August 2016, 08:56:33
Like a lot of users, I use my IBM Model M keyboard with my Windows computer, however with my vintage computer collection, I use the original keyboards that came bundled with the systems when they were new.  For instance, my Apple lle, I use the venerable Apple ol keyboard, and each of my IBM systems use either the Model F, AT, or Model M boards, and finally, my Trs80 Model 4 uses the keyboard that was included in the "all-in-one" cabinet.  Of course my Commodore uses the keyboard that was installed in the computer's case, which made the Commodore what it was.  Of course, there are other computers, and their original keyboards.  I'm definitely always on the lookout for other systems that include their original keyboards.  I have even turned down offers of vintage computers simply because the keyboard/computer were mismatched.
Interesting approach. For me, part of the fun is mismatching as much as possible. I remember the gleefully ironic feeling when I first paired an IBM XT keyboard with a Mac mini computer.

At the moment, I am using a Northgate Omnikey 101 keyboard with a 2013 cylindrical Mac Pro running Windows 10 under Bootcamp.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Tue, 16 August 2016, 15:41:38
Using a friends KUL-87 with Reds....that I just committed to buy from him. Wanted to revisit my most hated switch.  :p

I blame geekhack.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 16 August 2016, 15:47:44
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dihedral on Tue, 16 August 2016, 17:26:48
Been using cherry ML for the past week.  It's not that bad.  better than MY for sure

Wouldn't mind using an ML board but have tried MY and it is worse than a standard rubber dome. Wet newspaper is not overstating it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 16 August 2016, 17:28:53
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Auxo on Tue, 16 August 2016, 17:44:44
B.Face with 45g Jailhouse Blues. Probably my favorite MX switch right now  :)

I just need a new case and the GMK WoB gb to come through

(Attachment Link)

You have the same layout as me, nice
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Fri, 19 August 2016, 10:21:00
Been using cherry ML for the past week.  It's not that bad.  better than MY for sure

Wouldn't mind using an ML board but have tried MY and it is worse than a standard rubber dome. Wet newspaper is not overstating it.

MY only bad thing to ever come from Cherry
And MX Brown and non-vintage MX Black.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 19 August 2016, 10:22:58
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Screwdriver on Fri, 19 August 2016, 10:23:44
Couple days now using a KUL 87 with Reds....and actually enjoying it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Fri, 19 August 2016, 12:14:03
Varmilo VA108 w/ Granite Sindarin + Icon mods on MX reds.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sat, 20 August 2016, 07:27:57
Varmilo VA108 w/ Granite Sindarin + Icon mods on MX reds.

(Attachment Link)

Oh man, those Elven keys look amazing!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 20 August 2016, 12:01:25
Just finished my GH60 rev C. Here it is before it gets dog hair all over it. Lubed MX blacks harvested from an old Cherry board. The case is a iQunix Lambo. The caps are EnjoyPBT and although they look white in the photos they're beige.

[attach=1]
[attach=2]
[attach=3]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corsa1r on Sat, 20 August 2016, 14:39:29
Just finished my GH60 rev C. Here it is before it gets dog hair all over it. Lubed MX blacks harvested from an old Cherry board. The case is a iQunix Lambo.

(Attachment Link)
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(Attachment Link)

Gorgeous!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 22 August 2016, 06:55:30
(http://i.imgur.com/5V8uSEw.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/qReYHC2.jpg)

Keyed-Up Labs ES87
KUL Cherry Pie Red Top Case
Signature Plastic Granite DSA PBT
Cherry MX Ergoclears
SPRiT 62g 24k Springs
Krytox GPL105 GPL205 Lube
Clipped Stabilizers
Sound Dampened via 2x Layers of Shelf Liner
bmilcs Custom USB Cable
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pmck on Mon, 22 August 2016, 07:44:39
Currently in my office, using a poker x with browns and some wasd key caps which aren't great to be honest... They look nice though
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Tue, 23 August 2016, 13:45:57
(http://i.imgur.com/IVEPstE.jpg)

Home keyboard - KUL ES-87 w/MX Clears, Varmilo light gray PBT dyesub keycaps

I really liked the build quality of the Varmilo, but I also really didn't care for the Gateron Browns.  So I bought a KUL with clears (they were back in stock) and swapped keys.  I'm pretty happy with it, and as much as I hate to admit it, I kinda dig the Filco style caps lock and scroll lock indicators.  I'm trying to convert my wife into using the Sun control layout (control key where capslock key is), but I currently don't have a keycap set that offers the alternate control and capslock key :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Tue, 23 August 2016, 13:50:55
Continuing the thock-a-thon with the HHKB pro2. After 3 weeks I really like the topre switches. Coming from mxClears and BS switches, its nice to have a softer feel but the sound of the topre switches is what keeps this board in front of me. I'm excited to experience the difference a PBT spacebar makes!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 23 August 2016, 14:35:44
Right now back to my KBP V60 with the Midnight DCS keycap set, i'm not sure why but lately i'm REALLY back into MX Blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Tue, 23 August 2016, 18:00:11
Just got in a RealForce 87U 45g that I am liking quite a lot. It's hard to explain since I'm new to Topre switches. But I do find them to be somewhat similar to Reds in weight, my favorite Cherry MX switches. Considering the 45g weight that makes sense. They're not linear but also don't really have a bump to me. Certainly not a click either. And the upstroke seems a lot faster.  They pop right back into place where the Reds are a bit slower. The keyboard is also a bit more quiet and less annoying sounding than Reds even with o-ring dampeners. I think the bottom out sound being much lower pitched is the biggest thing.

The keycaps feel great. The obvious downside is I like being able to swap keycaps. I particularly like yellow keycaps for some reason. Unless there is a big change that isn't possible. The 45g Topre doesn't even come in white as far as I know. If it did I would have gotten that version because it looks nicer to me. The Novatouch is always an option. Just a bit concerned that it won't be quite as good. In addition the Novatouch seems to be roughly the same price or even higher. Factor in some nice PBTs and the Novatouch is way over the RealForce price for probably a slightly lesser build.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 23 August 2016, 19:58:53
(http://i.imgur.com/Fg3nDcV.jpg)

My one true love with some of the caps off to show the sweet glowy Alps. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jenggo on Wed, 24 August 2016, 00:36:19
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160824/e3ff5b11589ee7aec13e19821d4001d2.jpg)

Satan GH60 PCB
Custom Case
Gateron Red (Sprit 62g spring, lubed, sticker)
Enjoypbt keycap


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lovechan on Wed, 24 August 2016, 05:00:18
ikbc  red  switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ragnarok95 on Wed, 24 August 2016, 10:58:51
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v413/ragnarok95/DSC06492.jpg)

Just got this leopold FC660M to replace my Filco minila. Finally no more small spare bar!! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Wed, 24 August 2016, 11:57:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Fg3nDcV.jpg)


My one true love with some of the caps off to show the sweet glowy Alps. :)

I have never before seen backlit alps!

very nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grad061980 on Thu, 25 August 2016, 13:51:13
Show Image
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v413/ragnarok95/DSC06492.jpg)


Just got this leopold FC660M to replace my Filco minila. Finally no more small spare bar!! :D
What keycap set is that from?  I just ordered my FC660M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 25 August 2016, 21:55:04
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5V8uSEw.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qReYHC2.jpg)


Keyed-Up Labs ES87
KUL Cherry Pie Red Top Case
Signature Plastic Granite DSA PBT
Cherry MX Ergoclears
SPRiT 62g 24k Springs
Krytox GPL105 GPL205 Lube
Clipped Stabilizers
Sound Dampened via 2x Layers of Shelf Liner
bmilcs Custom USB Cable
Disgustingly clean and tidy desk putting nearly everyone else to shame

FTFY :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: milchek on Thu, 25 August 2016, 23:35:47
(http://i.imgur.com/kq6B9fq.jpg)

Just came in the mail. Cherry MX Clears, which I'm typing on now and really like

Bought it and the aluminium case currently on MD as a little project. Otherwise I'm on a HHKB2.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 26 August 2016, 06:00:24
Switched to an SSK for the weekend.

Also a few people have moved desks at work, so I might be able to take an SSK in to work again :D :D ;D :) :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Fri, 26 August 2016, 09:09:48
Switched to an SSK for the weekend.

Also a few people have moved desks at work, so I might be able to take an SSK in to work again :D :D ;D :) :D

Haha, I can't even imagine bringing mine into work.

I already get enough comments about my silenced topre.

When the mac keyboard is louder....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: itzmeluigi on Fri, 26 August 2016, 21:20:26
Newly built Duck Eagle 55g vintage MX black + SAV  :D
(http://i.imgur.com/5thHkIU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Tue, 30 August 2016, 00:37:31
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kq6B9fq.jpg)


Just came in the mail. Cherry MX Clears, which I'm typing on now and really like

Bought it and the aluminium case currently on MD as a little project. Otherwise I'm on a HHKB2.

What board and keyset is that?  Looks nice/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Auxo on Tue, 30 August 2016, 04:51:56
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kq6B9fq.jpg)


Just came in the mail. Cherry MX Clears, which I'm typing on now and really like

Bought it and the aluminium case currently on MD as a little project. Otherwise I'm on a HHKB2.

What board and keyset is that?  Looks nice/

looks like kbp v60 w/ dolch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Auxo on Tue, 30 August 2016, 04:54:07
Been waiting on JTK Soph. keycaps for some time to throw on this, but here are a couple of other sets I've thrown on as well. The Hana set just came in today and I'm not tooo terribly impressed with the quality of the caps (spacing issues) but the colors do look very soft and easy on the eyes.

[attach=1][attach=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 01 September 2016, 22:48:35
(http://i.imgur.com/bY6xIhr.jpg)

Gonna be using it soon anyway. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Fri, 02 September 2016, 05:39:28
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/5V8uSEw.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qReYHC2.jpg)


Keyed-Up Labs ES87
KUL Cherry Pie Red Top Case
Signature Plastic Granite DSA PBT
Cherry MX Ergoclears
SPRiT 62g 24k Springs
Krytox GPL105 GPL205 Lube
Clipped Stabilizers
Sound Dampened via 2x Layers of Shelf Liner
bmilcs Custom USB Cable
Disgustingly clean and tidy desk putting nearly everyone else to shame

FTFY :p

LOL. Missed this comment. If you only knew how staged this photo really is compared to my day to day :D

I'd have to add
6 Water bottles
Vape
2x Ejuice bottles
Old coffee mug
Cell phone
HD650's
Crumbs
Cat fur
Spilled liquids
Etc
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Fri, 02 September 2016, 05:46:29
boring ass filco tkl red. no mods nothing and its the only mech i have.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Keycap on Fri, 02 September 2016, 14:09:29
I'm using a QuickFire Rapid at the moment, MX Browns, stock caps

It's a really boring keyboard but it works fine, and I'm only going to be using it until I finally finish restoring all of my Alps boards
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Fri, 02 September 2016, 14:19:12
Currently I am trying to decide whether I like the Pok3r or Leopold FC750R more. The smaller footprint of the Pok3r is nice. The main thing is the learning curve because i didn't realize how often I use the arrow keys until I started using the Pok3r.

Will be giving the Pok3r a few more days at least. But I really like the build. Quality is solid. I swapped out the keycaps immediately so no comment of the durability of the legend.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clickyclacky on Sat, 03 September 2016, 12:20:02
Just had my HKKB2 s-type arrive and fell in love, and now that i've signed up here it looks like I'll be getting more keyboards lol. This HKKB plugs right into my Note 7 and I can mash out notes in public. I love it!  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Sat, 03 September 2016, 16:31:31
[attachimg=1]

Deck Francium Pro 87
Cherry MX Browns
Stock Doubleshot PBT backlit caps
Few Artisans i added to the board
Filco Wood wrist rest

Will be reviewing board in a week or so.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Salt Peanuts on Sat, 03 September 2016, 19:25:04
Currently, I'm using Matias Ergo Pro at home and Quickfire Rapid w/ Frosty Flake at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GroovyGI on Sat, 03 September 2016, 23:22:06
I am using a Leopold FC750RTN/EBP on the desk and a Das Keyboard 4 Ultimate on the slide out keyboard tray.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 03 September 2016, 23:35:43
I am using a Leopold FC750RTN/EBP on the desk and a Das Keyboard 4 Ultimate on the slide out keyboard tray.

Never seen a Leopold desk mat before.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clappingcactus on Mon, 05 September 2016, 08:19:03
(Attachment Link)

Deck Francium Pro 87
Cherry MX Browns
Stock Doubleshot PBT backlit caps
Few Artisans i added to the board
Filco Wood wrist rest

Will be reviewing board in a week or so.
Gorgeous, can't wait for your review. I really wish Deck's aesthetic was less inspired by someone being high and playing quake but they're still one of my favorites of all time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Mon, 05 September 2016, 08:51:18
Felt like taking a break from the greens (also I've been gaming a lot and I just enjoy it more on Blues compared to Greens) to use my VA68M with Gateron Blues.

(https://i.imgur.com/3UlpIcU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Tue, 06 September 2016, 20:08:23
(http://i.imgur.com/ylL8FdH.jpg)

I bought a Pok3r and started using it at work today.  Given I have been using an HHKB Pro 2 for about a month, I expected a hellish experience.

I was wrong as the Pok3r has some things going over a stock HHKB.  The Pok3r frame feels solid, and it sticks great on my slippery work desk.  I am also liking the programmability of it, and the 3 programmable layers offer some interesting possibilities.

On the downside, the Backspace key rattles quite a bit, the keycaps arent as nice to the touch as the HHKB, and MX cherry clears /= or even close to the feel of HHKB topre.

But all in all, not a bad alternative in a pinch, one I can make better with some work (new caps and maybe having a look at the stabs).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Adgar on Tue, 06 September 2016, 20:23:20
FILCO FKBN87M/EWG2,Anyway, The size and keycap make me happy.Is there anyone have FILCO?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Tue, 06 September 2016, 20:23:54
Ducky One with MX Browns
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 07 September 2016, 00:05:11
Ducky One with MX Browns

 :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Wed, 07 September 2016, 07:36:05
(http://i.imgur.com/fqeWtEo.jpg)

dusty but still better than yours
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 07 September 2016, 12:30:59
I'm using a 60% with lubed Zealios at work. At home I'm on a pre-assembled Whitefox with MX Clears. God I'm regretting that pre-assembly. And the MX Clears... Wish I could easily lube them, but the LEDs are soldered in...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Wed, 07 September 2016, 14:57:35
Ducky One with MX Browns

 :-X

Is a Ducky cringe-worthy over here?

I came from a logitech G710 with Blues so it is a great upgrade for me haha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: balotz on Thu, 08 September 2016, 05:46:11
A Leading Edge SKM-1030 with inverse cross futaba clicky switches.

The keycaps are unusual in that they are neither ABS nor PBT - they have a slippery texture but do not yellow.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 08 September 2016, 05:58:25
A Leading Edge SKM-1030 with inverse cross futaba clicky switches.

The keycaps are unusual in that they are neither ABS nor PBT - they have a slippery texture but do not yellow.

(Attachment Link)

Could they be POM? How did you figure they weren't ABS or PBT?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: balotz on Thu, 08 September 2016, 06:28:40
A Leading Edge SKM-1030 with inverse cross futaba clicky switches.

The keycaps are unusual in that they are neither ABS nor PBT - they have a slippery texture but do not yellow.

(Attachment Link)

Could they be POM? How did you figure they weren't ABS or PBT?

I figured they are not ABS as they haven't yellowed. I have another identical board whose case is yellow but keycaps pristine.

They don't seem like PBT as the original texture is.. somewhat slippery. Not slippery like worn ABS but a more pleasant feel. The keycaps are also very thin.

Is there a way to distinguish between PBT and POM?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 08 September 2016, 07:05:07
Broke out the SSK after not using it for a little while. Forgot how much I liked it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Thu, 08 September 2016, 07:29:14
I think manufacturers add in the texture for PBT keycaps to give it that premium feels
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mattr567 on Thu, 08 September 2016, 18:56:54
Model M "Industrial"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Fri, 09 September 2016, 00:45:56
MacBook Air keyboard, which is not that bad for a laptop that is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 09 September 2016, 08:16:29
MacBook Air keyboard, which is not that bad for a laptop that is.

It's really not. Took out my MBP for school after having not used it for a couple of years, and was surprised at how quickly I adapted to the switches again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 09 September 2016, 10:17:33
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Fri, 09 September 2016, 10:29:13
MacBook Air keyboard, which is not that bad for a laptop that is.

It's really not. Took out my MBP for school after having not used it for a couple of years, and was surprised at how quickly I adapted to the switches again.
MBP has a decent keyboard for what it is. I don't mind it when travelling or in bed...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 09 September 2016, 10:34:03
MacBook Air keyboard, which is not that bad for a laptop that is.

It's really not. Took out my MBP for school after having not used it for a couple of years, and was surprised at how quickly I adapted to the switches again.
MBP has a decent keyboard for what it is. I don't mind it when travelling or in bed...

Mine is from 2010. Are the keyboards different per model? Was thinking of picking up a MBA soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Fri, 09 September 2016, 10:36:20
MacBook Air keyboard, which is not that bad for a laptop that is.

It's really not. Took out my MBP for school after having not used it for a couple of years, and was surprised at how quickly I adapted to the switches again.
MBP has a decent keyboard for what it is. I don't mind it when travelling or in bed...

Mine is from 2010. Are the keyboards different per model? Was thinking of picking up a MBA soon.
2016 feels great. I used my friends 2014 but I don't remember it as usual :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WarCommand on Fri, 09 September 2016, 10:58:58
A Leading Edge SKM-1030 with inverse cross futaba clicky switches.

The keycaps are unusual in that they are neither ABS nor PBT - they have a slippery texture but do not yellow.

(Attachment Link)

Could they be POM? How did you figure they weren't ABS or PBT?

I figured they are not ABS as they haven't yellowed. I have another identical board whose case is yellow but keycaps pristine.

They don't seem like PBT as the original texture is.. somewhat slippery. Not slippery like worn ABS but a more pleasant feel. The keycaps are also very thin.

Is there a way to distinguish between PBT and POM?
POM is slippery/shiny from the get-go, and even thicker than PBT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 09 September 2016, 14:37:48
The same one I have been using.  This one.

http://imgur.com/a/O7ayY
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: balotz on Fri, 09 September 2016, 16:29:44
A Leading Edge SKM-1030 with inverse cross futaba clicky switches.

The keycaps are unusual in that they are neither ABS nor PBT - they have a slippery texture but do not yellow.

(Attachment Link)

Could they be POM? How did you figure they weren't ABS or PBT?

I figured they are not ABS as they haven't yellowed. I have another identical board whose case is yellow but keycaps pristine.

They don't seem like PBT as the original texture is.. somewhat slippery. Not slippery like worn ABS but a more pleasant feel. The keycaps are also very thin.

Is there a way to distinguish between PBT and POM?
POM is slippery/shiny from the get-go, and even thicker than PBT.

They are originally slippery but quite thin - much thinner than the PBT caps on my M2. They are neither doubleshot nor pad printed. They are also resistant to acetone.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 09 September 2016, 17:57:39
A Leading Edge SKM-1030 with inverse cross futaba clicky switches.

The keycaps are unusual in that they are neither ABS nor PBT - they have a slippery texture but do not yellow.

(Attachment Link)

Could they be POM? How did you figure they weren't ABS or PBT?

I figured they are not ABS as they haven't yellowed. I have another identical board whose case is yellow but keycaps pristine.

They don't seem like PBT as the original texture is.. somewhat slippery. Not slippery like worn ABS but a more pleasant feel. The keycaps are also very thin.

Is there a way to distinguish between PBT and POM?
POM is slippery/shiny from the get-go, and even thicker than PBT.

They are originally slippery but quite thin - much thinner than the PBT caps on my M2. They are neither doubleshot nor pad printed. They are also resistant to acetone.

(Attachment Link)

I have used some PBT caps that had such little texturing that they felt slippery. If this is POM though, that would be pretty interesting
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Sat, 10 September 2016, 19:52:53
nah
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Tue, 13 September 2016, 11:28:32
Put granite on my Whitefox. I had it pre-assembled with MX Clears. Seriously considering desoldering this whole thing and putting in Zealios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Tue, 13 September 2016, 11:32:26
(http://i.imgur.com/n81nc84.jpg)

New desk setup  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 14 September 2016, 02:53:19
Been practicing on the KMAC. The more I use it the more I dislike it. It's okay to use once in a while just to switch things up from tactile switches but meh. Only using it because I can theoretically type faster on it.

Also because of these laser infilled POM novelty caps, I'm paranoid they'll start to wear and I don't want that to happen. This keyboard's supposed to just look pretty after all. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Wed, 14 September 2016, 06:20:32
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/n81nc84.jpg)


New desk setup  :cool:

Nice MIC :D

I've had mine for a few weeks now. Isn't it fantastic?

My only complaint is this Neweer MIC boom stand. These things take up too much real estate :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fublamchu on Wed, 14 September 2016, 07:44:16
Dental-banded Leopold. Feels amazing but I think I messed up on banding the stabilizer sliders/reassembly since both shift keys rattle a lot and I'm too lazy to take it apart again...  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 14 September 2016, 09:45:30
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/n81nc84.jpg)


New desk setup  :cool:

Nice MIC :D

I've had mine for a few weeks now. Isn't it fantastic?

My only complaint is this Neweer MIC boom stand. These things take up too much real estate :D

AT2020 Represent  :cool:

(http://i.imgur.com/yPAHnCP.jpg)

Though mine's the XLR version. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Beanhead on Thu, 15 September 2016, 07:29:01
Just switched my KBP V60 with Cherry Clears for a dark Leopold FC660C. I'm in love.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 15 September 2016, 11:04:15
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/n81nc84.jpg)


New desk setup  :cool:

Nice MIC :D

I've had mine for a few weeks now. Isn't it fantastic?

My only complaint is this Neweer MIC boom stand. These things take up too much real estate :D

pretty nice, I was actually looking at getting one of those booms  but now you make me reconsider :thinking: I might get a boom arm for it instead.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Sat, 17 September 2016, 18:43:00
Just got my Leopold FC660M today, and I love it. Just like my 750R but in a better size. I put front printed Leopold keycaps on because I doubt the pad printing will last on the stock ones. Why not make them dye sub like the FC660C?

Speaking of which, tempted to get a FC660C sometime. Having owned a RF 87U for a bit I know the feel isn't for me for gaming. But wouldn't mind swapping it in sometimes for other use.

Also, the stabilizers are just as solid as I wanted. Unlike the Pok3r Arabs which were very loose and rattled like crazy. Really the only reason I decided to try the 660M
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Wed, 21 September 2016, 21:14:36
Just got my Leopold FC660M today, and I love it. Just like my 750R but in a better size. I put front printed Leopold keycaps on because I doubt the pad printing will last on the stock ones. Why not make them dye sub like the FC660C?

Speaking of which, tempted to get a FC660C sometime. Having owned a RF 87U for a bit I know the feel isn't for me for gaming. But wouldn't mind swapping it in sometimes for other use.

Also, the stabilizers are just as solid as I wanted. Unlike the Pok3r Arabs which were very loose and rattled like crazy. Really the only reason I decided to try the 660M

What switch type did you get with the FC660M?  I've been looking for one with clears at mk.com and other places, but damned if I can find one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenky on Thu, 22 September 2016, 15:53:45
Just got my Leopold FC660M today, and I love it. Just like my 750R but in a better size. I put front printed Leopold keycaps on because I doubt the pad printing will last on the stock ones. Why not make them dye sub like the FC660C?

Speaking of which, tempted to get a FC660C sometime. Having owned a RF 87U for a bit I know the feel isn't for me for gaming. But wouldn't mind swapping it in sometimes for other use.

Also, the stabilizers are just as solid as I wanted. Unlike the Pok3r Arabs which were very loose and rattled like crazy. Really the only reason I decided to try the 660M

What switch type did you get with the FC660M?  I've been looking for one with clears at mk.com and other places, but damned if I can find one.

I don't think the FC660M comes with clears... I really want one too but unable to find it :-(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Thu, 22 September 2016, 16:15:18
Yea. I just got one with Reds. Ordered from widebasket on eBay because MK.com only had the black version. But I like the white so much more.

It appears the FC660M with clears does exist. There has been a massdrop with that config. Seems to be available here too: http://www.banggood.com/Leopold-fc660m-Cherry-Clear-Switch-66keys-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard-p-960256.html
 
I have never ordered from them, but as far as I know they're legit.

Hoping to have a white/grey FC660C on the way very soon. I just love the layout. Don't think I'll be going back to TKL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frenky on Thu, 22 September 2016, 16:28:17
Thanks for that! Very interesting, might just buy it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Madone6 on Thu, 22 September 2016, 17:49:36
QFR w/ Blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Fri, 23 September 2016, 15:25:00
Ducky G2 Pro PBT with blacks. I gave it to a friend a while back & just traded to get it back. I'm thrilled to have it back in the collection but at the same time I'm still not too keen on full size keyboards. I'll be back to the type s in about ten minutes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KingPiggums on Fri, 23 September 2016, 19:58:40
I can't get enough of my MiniVan lately. Been using it since I bought it a few weeks ago. Thinking about changing back to the planck or taking the Tada68 for a proper spin instead of using it for an hour and putting it on the shelf.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sat, 24 September 2016, 12:30:25
Silenced Realforce 88UB.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boTy on Sat, 24 September 2016, 12:50:27
A KC60 I bought in a group buy, it is a kit from AliExpress and I had to assemble it myself. My first build, but definitely not my last! It was really satisfying to see it work after soldering.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kekstee on Sat, 24 September 2016, 13:10:03
Bought a black unprinted HHKB a few months ago and added silencing rings. It's what I've been using for most of the time since. Currently waiting for a splash of colour from HKP.
I really enjoyed my stock HHKB before that, but now that I've gone silenced for a while it's difficult to go back.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sat, 24 September 2016, 18:28:10
HP Wireless Elite. Hey, feels better to type on than a cheap rubber dome :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PollandAkuma on Sat, 24 September 2016, 18:58:29
(http://i.imgur.com/vmdds8o.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Mon, 26 September 2016, 14:53:18
Got my FC660C in. It really feels great. I may still end up using the FC660M more often than not for gaming, but the typing experience on the Topre model feels nicer, as always.

Whichever I go with needs to be comfortable for lots of MMO raiding this week starting early tomorrow. :O
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pabile on Tue, 27 September 2016, 02:17:24
been using this alps64 build for 2 days now. my very first 60%. there are still bad switches and most are still scratchy due harvested from a very bad board (understatement). waiting for the lube and spare matias qc in the mail to fix everything... then keycaps.

[attach=2]

edit: format
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: valro46 on Tue, 27 September 2016, 08:03:30
KBP V60 Matias Quiet Click, and Corsair K70 Blue Cherry MX
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dissedone on Tue, 27 September 2016, 15:51:49
I only use my silenced HHKB Pro 2 with Hasu's bt board, suits my needs perfectly. Mobile, (almost) silent and efficient layout. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Wed, 28 September 2016, 14:36:25
Same keyboard, different case

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PollandAkuma on Wed, 28 September 2016, 15:33:08
Same keyboard, different case

(Attachment Link)

Is that a Duck Eagle? Or a 365mini?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 28 September 2016, 15:48:43
Same keyboard, different case

(Attachment Link)

Is that a Duck Eagle? Or a 365mini?

It's a Hammer replica case (noticed it on reddit). The OTD 356mini has a center-mounted USB port.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 28 September 2016, 16:17:42
Same keyboard, different case

(Attachment Link)

sweet board man :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Wed, 28 September 2016, 16:54:08
(http://i.imgur.com/iyBzt1I.jpg)

Album: http://imgur.com/a/2ZoNf
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mason on Wed, 28 September 2016, 17:27:35
Same keyboard, different case

(Attachment Link)

sweet board man :)

thanks :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 29 September 2016, 01:06:26
(http://i.imgur.com/4WV4Pyy.jpg)

Good go go back to linears again~
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Thu, 29 September 2016, 01:16:03
IBM Model F XT!
decided to try and learn some coding(javascript for now) so i figured i'd use my most respectable board. it truly is somethin' :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Thu, 29 September 2016, 09:16:30
IBM Model F XT!
decided to try and learn some coding(javascript for now) so i figured i'd use my most respectable board. it truly is somethin' :cool:
Hell yeah man, one of my favorites. The layout isnt really that bad once you get used to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grona on Thu, 29 September 2016, 12:36:57
My current daily driver is a FilcoMajestouch ninja with browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WillSK on Thu, 29 September 2016, 13:30:59
currently using a Filco MJ2 TKL with browns and hoping to eventually tart it up when I can find a nice ISO key set to top off with *fingers crossed. A brocap

Recommendations for ISO key sets always welcome folks :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 29 September 2016, 14:57:23
(http://i.imgur.com/X8PuUIc.jpg)

Well, my Ducky Realforce came in today, so that's what I'm using! Still not sure about being one with the cup rubber, but it is an interesting feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 29 September 2016, 16:07:44
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X8PuUIc.jpg)


Well, my Ducky Realforce came in today, so that's what I'm using! Still not sure about being one with the cup rubber, but it is an interesting feel.

Is that the 35 gram one? OOoohh! No bubbles on the Win keys!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 29 September 2016, 16:21:38
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X8PuUIc.jpg)


Well, my Ducky Realforce came in today, so that's what I'm using! Still not sure about being one with the cup rubber, but it is an interesting feel.

Is that the 35 gram one? OOoohh! No bubbles on the Win keys!

I wish! Mechanical Keyboards had one in stock left over so I was saved from the angry import price gods (would've been like $350+ from Taiwan or Hendy's mechanicalkeyboards.id.co site). Sadly, they only had  45g, so I had to go with what I could get!

I got an amazing price for it thanks to the caps being dirty. Didn't take too long to clean them right up and it's looking clean! I'll try it for a while and then maybe see if there's anyone willing to trade their 30g version for this one.

Or maybe try swapping 55g domes into it. Who knows! It's fun so far though. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Thu, 29 September 2016, 18:42:54
IBM Model F XT!
decided to try and learn some coding(javascript for now) so i figured i'd use my most respectable board. it truly is somethin' :cool:
Hell yeah man, one of my favorites. The layout isnt really that bad once you get used to it.

agreed! i'm surprised how quickly i started to get used to it, including the heavy spacebar.
right now the two mistakes i make by far the most is trying to use numpad_5 as "down" and using the `~ key in stead of the '" key. i'm still getting used to the delete key a bit, and the left shift is a bit awkward sometimes. i really like where Home and End are placed relative to the rest of the keys. and man, such nice keycaps! can't get over how nice they feel and look ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Thu, 29 September 2016, 19:02:39
currently using a Filco MJ2 TKL with browns and hoping to eventually tart it up when I can find a nice ISO key set to top off with *fingers crossed. A brocap

Recommendations for ISO key sets always welcome folks :)

Mechsupply and UKKeycaps are both ran by the same guy, and they stock a few different variants of TaiHao sets with UK support for pretty decent prices. He also does GBs for switches, cases and stuff every once in a while.

The next step up would be groupbuys. A lot of SP GBs tend to have ISO-UK as one of the child kits. GMK is rarer to have full support, normally a token effort is expended in the form of 4 extra keys (ISO Enter, 1.25u Shift, and 1u in R4 and R3), but there are sets out there with full UK support.

I recommend getting in the GMK Hydro GB, it's got ISO-UK support!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fatpolomanjr on Thu, 29 September 2016, 22:27:04
I just got my first mechanical keyboard today: KBParadise V80 TKL with Matias Clicky switches. Feels and sounds great! Typing this message with it right now. They had it up on massdrop, but I decided to just get it off mechanicalkeyboards.com since they had a 10% promotion and free shipping for an overall less cost than the lowest unlocked massdrop price. :\

 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 29 September 2016, 23:24:09
I just got my first mechanical keyboard today: KBParadise V80 TKL with Matias Clicky switches. Feels and sounds great! Typing this message with it right now. They had it up on massdrop, but I decided to just get it off mechanicalkeyboards.com since they had a 10% promotion and free shipping for an overall less cost than the lowest unlocked massdrop price. :\

Pics or it didn't happen  :)

Congratulations & welcome!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Fri, 30 September 2016, 04:12:07
Test driving full size WASD with MX Red Silent switch and Gateron's EnjoyPBT keycaps for the second day. So far so good. The keyboard is light and smooth, very cushiony, almost too cushiony, but it feels like a relieve after using weighted topre (which makes you bottom out no matter what) for last month or so.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Fri, 30 September 2016, 05:07:27
Test driving full size WASD with MX Red Silent switch and Gateron's EnjoyPBT keycaps for the second day. So far so good. The keyboard is light and smooth, very cushiony, almost too cushiony, but it feels like a relieve after using weighted topre (which makes you bottom out no matter what) for last month or so.

Did you buy a WASD Cherry MX Red board with O-Rings. Or did you buy a WASD board with Cherry MX Silent switches? (Silent switches have rubber dampening built into the switch)

edit - Oh my mistake. I just noticed your website.. I guess you would be one of the first to try out a new WASD product.  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WillSK on Fri, 30 September 2016, 06:26:59
currently using a Filco MJ2 TKL with browns and hoping to eventually tart it up when I can find a nice ISO key set to top off with *fingers crossed. A brocap

Recommendations for ISO key sets always welcome folks :)

Mechsupply and UKKeycaps are both ran by the same guy, and they stock a few different variants of TaiHao sets with UK support for pretty decent prices. He also does GBs for switches, cases and stuff every once in a while.

The next step up would be groupbuys. A lot of SP GBs tend to have ISO-UK as one of the child kits. GMK is rarer to have full support, normally a token effort is expended in the form of 4 extra keys (ISO Enter, 1.25u Shift, and 1u in R4 and R3), but there are sets out there with full UK support.

I recommend getting in the GMK Hydro GB, it's got ISO-UK support!

Thanks for the pointers :) . What does SP GB mean though? (sorry newbie)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Fri, 30 September 2016, 07:00:18
What does SP GB mean though? (sorry newbie)

SP = Signature Plastics = http://pimpmykeyboard.com/

GB = Group Buy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 30 September 2016, 07:42:23
current boards in use:

at work:
(https://i.imgur.com/s5SMe5u.jpg)
(Novatouch, hydrodipped, silenced)

at home:
(https://i.imgur.com/I3s7288.jpg)
everyone knows this one... (dwi jack and hkp blanks)
&
(http://i.imgur.com/ZssIF4X.jpg)
(ducky mini yoth, mx White, galaxy class)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AMongoose on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:18:57
current boards in use:

at work:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/s5SMe5u.jpg)

(Novatouch, hydrodipped, silenced)

at home:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/I3s7288.jpg)

everyone knows this one... (dwi jack and hkp blanks)
&
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ZssIF4X.jpg)

(ducky mini yoth, mx White, galaxy class)

That novatouch and ducky look impressively good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jesse36m3 on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:20:08
Currently using a Dell KB813

because I'm not allowed to bring in peripherals at work. Not even a new chair.  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:47:22
current boards in use:

at work:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/s5SMe5u.jpg)

(Novatouch, hydrodipped, silenced)

at home:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/I3s7288.jpg)

everyone knows this one... (dwi jack and hkp blanks)
&
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ZssIF4X.jpg)

(ducky mini yoth, mx White, galaxy class)

That novatouch and ducky look impressively good.

thanks. they certainly belong to my top favourites. (the nova a got from a mate near essex who had it hydrodipped there)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yowaffle on Fri, 30 September 2016, 13:19:58
Let a friend borrow my KC60 with 65g Zealios  for a little over a month and got it back recently. Forgot how amazing it feels.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fictiouz on Fri, 30 September 2016, 13:21:37
RS96 with variable Zealios. Need to give some of my other boards love.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fublamchu on Sat, 01 October 2016, 17:11:23
KC60 with lubed Gat. Blacks; I wanted to take a break from topre
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: asym on Sat, 01 October 2016, 18:58:14
Hi all, first post here.

Normally, a V60 w/ Matias Quiets, but this just arrived today:

(http://i.imgur.com/byXtKaN.jpg)

Super stoked.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fublamchu on Sat, 01 October 2016, 19:27:25
Hi all, first post here.

Normally, a V60 w/ Matias Quiets, but this just arrived today:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/byXtKaN.jpg)


Super stoked.

Heyo! Nice second board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raycat on Sat, 01 October 2016, 19:38:36
I'm using a pok3r with cherry MX browns while I decide on my second board :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 01 October 2016, 20:42:21
(http://i.imgur.com/vfQFZO2.jpg)

Back to my NCR. Not quite sure how I like Topre. I really like the key caps on the Ducky Realforce, but Topre keeps proving not to be my cup of tea.

 If anyone wants to trade me for the 30g version, I'd love to try it.

The clackiness and smoothness of Alps is something that still can't be beat in my eyes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Sun, 02 October 2016, 10:58:34
FC660C
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 02 October 2016, 11:02:08
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Sun, 02 October 2016, 11:59:21
FC660C

what as those figures?  form those Japanese $1 capsule thing?
They're a bit better quality than those. They're called nendoroid petites. http://www.goodsmile.info/en/products/category/nendoroidpetit
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Grona on Sun, 02 October 2016, 22:16:46
current boards in use:

at work:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/s5SMe5u.jpg)

(Novatouch, hydrodipped, silenced)

at home:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/I3s7288.jpg)

everyone knows this one... (dwi jack and hkp blanks)
&
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ZssIF4X.jpg)

(ducky mini yoth, mx White, galaxy class)

Absolutely love the look of that Novatouch and HHKB. What keycap set is that on the Novatouch?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Mon, 03 October 2016, 00:58:41
current boards in use:

at work:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/s5SMe5u.jpg)

(Novatouch, hydrodipped, silenced)

at home:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/I3s7288.jpg)

everyone knows this one... (dwi jack and hkp blanks)
&
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ZssIF4X.jpg)

(ducky mini yoth, mx White, galaxy class)

Absolutely love the look of that Novatouch and HHKB. What keycap set is that on the Novatouch?

Thanks =)
That's the DSA Granite Keyset with mono-legends and icon modifiers
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Mon, 03 October 2016, 01:00:34
Granite (with Icon mods) is so very elegant. One of my all time favorites.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Mon, 03 October 2016, 12:20:32
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)

I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Mon, 03 October 2016, 12:30:20
Wow, that thing is amazing!

I'd call it Leviathan.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 03 October 2016, 12:49:43
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...

Christ all-meaty, jezuz.

These had Alps-compatibility, didn't they?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vagabond on Mon, 03 October 2016, 13:23:58
Call it "He ain't heavy, he's my keyboard"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 03 October 2016, 13:28:34
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Mon, 03 October 2016, 13:38:23
wow, that's beautiful @Data
do you maybe have some close ups as well?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Mon, 03 October 2016, 14:56:04
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...

where did you have those plates cut?  That looks really nice ! Well done
Plates were cut by Big Blue Saw.  I was not entirely thrilled with them and they needed a lot of finish and fitment work, including one unfortunate teardown & rebuild.  Turned out OK though.  Thanks.

wow, that's beautiful @Data
do you maybe have some close ups as well?

I only snapped a few pics with my phone.  These were mainly to show off the RAMA CNC cap.

(http://i.imgur.com/TP7McTY.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/JP0Egj4.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 03 October 2016, 15:30:08
The PCB had Alps compatibility, right?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 03 October 2016, 15:47:30
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Mon, 03 October 2016, 16:28:08
The PCB had Alps compatibility, right?
Pretty sure it's Cherry only.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 03 October 2016, 16:30:41
you need another board to fill those caps!

It'd sink about three of my AT101 sets on it for sure, haha.

Pretty sure it's Cherry only.

Damn, okay. Thanks! Maybe I was thinking of something else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tesyu on Mon, 03 October 2016, 23:53:39
Im using Kananic 82(Kailh Blue)with original Keycaps and Cherry 3494(MX red)with redalert.
but my favourite keyboard is CM novatouch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Tue, 04 October 2016, 00:16:09
Day 934: The MX boards seem to be complacent on their shelves, watching over the watering hole, as the HHKB takes his time.  There is no telling when the HHKB will be ready to leave.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Tue, 04 October 2016, 06:31:57
FC750RT, sporting the GMK classic retro, waiting for CMYK mods.

honestly, can't wait for the 980 :)



Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Tue, 04 October 2016, 08:43:37
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...

The Missouri.
It's all metal and built like a battleship.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 04 October 2016, 10:04:29
FC750RT, sporting the GMK classic retro, waiting for CMYK mods.

honestly, can't wait for the 980 :)

That does look damn good  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Tue, 04 October 2016, 11:56:14
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...

The Missouri.
It's all metal and built like a battleship.

Yeah.  I had considered "Yamamoto" at one point.  I like this direction.  Dreadnought would be fitting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 04 October 2016, 11:58:12
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...

The Missouri.
It's all metal and built like a battleship.

Yeah.  I had considered "Yamamoto" at one point.  I like this direction.  Dreadnought would be fitting.

Ha ha, Yamamoto is great.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Tue, 04 October 2016, 12:02:30
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...

The Missouri.
It's all metal and built like a battleship.

Yeah.  I had considered "Yamamoto" at one point.  I like this direction.  Dreadnought would be fitting.

If you're going for a nautical theme & it's as big as a raft, how about "Kon-Tiki"?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Tue, 04 October 2016, 12:13:06
Yamamoto? That was the name of an admiral. If you're looking for the name of the battleship, you want Yamato.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Tue, 04 October 2016, 12:43:49
Did not know where to ask this. Anyone know if any RedScarf 3 Groupbuys are coming up?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Tue, 04 October 2016, 13:28:14
Did not know where to ask this. Anyone know if any RedScarf 3 Groupbuys are coming up?

By that you mean the 96 key version right? (RS96)

I think Originative teased that they will be getting some in stock in the near future (it seems they are just straight up getting stock and not organising a GB, but you can probably find out more information by emailing them and ask directly
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Tue, 04 October 2016, 18:00:59
Yamamoto? That was the name of an admiral. If you're looking for the name of the battleship, you want Yamato.

Hah!  Good catch.  I'm blaming it on a typo since it's a new board.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 05 October 2016, 15:13:38
Rocking my obnoxiously huge GH-122 at work.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JhJJp4Q.jpg?1)


I'm trying to think of a good name for it.  Open to suggestions...
Holy FART! That's a monster slab o' metal! If its dimensions were 1:4:9 you could call it The Monolith. I want to see a closeup of the LEDs in the upper corner. Very HAL9000 or Dillinger's light-up MCP desk from Tron.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Data on Wed, 05 October 2016, 16:34:10
I'll try to snap a few more pics tomorrow.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Thu, 06 October 2016, 10:00:42
(http://i.imgur.com/Tp7akbp.jpg?1)

Combination of the GON and HHKB but the X60 will be thrown into rotation on Saturday.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 07 October 2016, 04:56:25
My '93 full size Model M flat on the desk with no sound absorbing material.

I'd forgotten how loud these can be :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: person on Sat, 08 October 2016, 18:21:35
Work - Matias Mini Quiet Pro
(http://i.imgur.com/WkMpvE3.jpg)

Work from home - Leopold FC750R
(http://i.imgur.com/VlmNpMX.jpg)

Home - KBT Race II
(http://i.imgur.com/ssNtHmW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fatpolomanjr on Sat, 08 October 2016, 18:33:26
I was thinking of getting a KBP V80 with Matias Quiet Click. Is it very tactile compared to Matias Clicky? If I can't get my hands on a TEX Yoda (1st gen if someone is ever selling one or 2nd gen whenever Justin releases it) then I'll probably settle on the Mini Quiet Pro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 08 October 2016, 18:50:39
Busted out the DK 1087 again. I forgot how quickly i type on this thing. It's like 80% smaller than any other TKL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fublamchu on Sat, 08 October 2016, 19:53:01
Using an Apple M0116 with Salmon ALPS, the switches are stiffer than I'm used to but the tactility is absolutely to die for  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 09 October 2016, 04:17:38
Back to the QFR with MX blacks for the week so I don't keep waking everyone else up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Sun, 09 October 2016, 14:13:48
Back to my ISO board for a bit with OG Cherry doubleshots, Masterkeys Pro L  ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/QWLVBoy.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: person on Sun, 09 October 2016, 16:02:36
I was thinking of getting a KBP V80 with Matias Quiet Click. Is it very tactile compared to Matias Clicky? If I can't get my hands on a TEX Yoda (1st gen if someone is ever selling one or 2nd gen whenever Justin releases it this month) then I'll probably settle on the Mini Quiet Pro.

i haven't tried matias click switches before, but quiet clicks are definitely both more tactile and quieter than mx browns. i think they're probably my favorite switches for general typing. the only possible complaint i have is that i heard the qc for matias switches isn't so great. i've owned a kbp v60 with matias quiet clicks and two matias mini quiet pro and all three had some issue or another.

the kbp v60 had sporadic key chattering in multiple keys (but i've seen many reports for that particular board regardless of switches).
both my matias mini quiet pros had some issue with a single switch in the arrow cluster. both had issues where the keypresses sometimes would not register (or would register, but if you were holding the key then at some point it will just stop registering).

i returned my first mini quiet pro (down arrow frequently didn't work), and kept the second. the right arrow key occasionally doesn't register in the keyboard i kept, but it's infrequent enough that i'm okay with it. i mainly got it because it's quiet (neither browns nor clears are quiet imo), smaller than tkl/sort of 75% layout, and i personally find it ugly enough that i feel pretty comfortable leaving it in the office (someone stole my coworker's apple magic keyboard a while back).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ntw on Mon, 10 October 2016, 13:02:31
recently bought into the 60% layout and have been using them as a daily driver!! alternating between cherry-stotle and gateron brown switches.

(http://imgur.com/XZ3cOsq.jpg)
- typing test here (https://youtu.be/3GZvAbw0uDQ)

(http://imgur.com/ZAgK8MW.jpg)
- typing test here (https://youtu.be/yreWaeY0GYs)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewToKeyboards on Mon, 10 October 2016, 19:16:28
Call it "He ain't heavy, he's my keyboard"

The Hollies reference, this name gets my vote  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewToKeyboards on Mon, 10 October 2016, 19:30:45
Currently using the Corsair K95, but on the hunt for my next keyboard, now that I have this one for gaming and for AutoCad (those macros speed things up a lot!), I am looking at getting a filco majestouch 2 (104 key) for the more productivity half of me  :p still have not decided but I know that I cannot keep the macros in the way of the papers that I am using with the work that I do as well as I am not able to ditch the number pad with the work that I do. I will get a better photo up at some point but I thought that I would at-least get one picture out today :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KingWhoDat on Mon, 10 October 2016, 23:22:37
I'm currently giving a magicforce 68 w/ gateron browns a try. My wife claimed my ducky 1087 overclock.net edition w/blues for her office. I also have a Logitech G710+ w/ cherry browns that I use fro time to time. Mostly I use that one at night because it's pretty quiet.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Tue, 11 October 2016, 08:37:07
Back to my ISO board for a bit with OG Cherry doubleshots, Masterkeys Pro L  ;D

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QWLVBoy.jpg)


nice board... also, ISO <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 11 October 2016, 12:06:40
Just getting Real with my Ducky again.

(http://i.imgur.com/d8gQVMX.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 11 October 2016, 12:51:03
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: punksinatra on Wed, 12 October 2016, 01:42:10
CM QFR MX Blacks office daily driver
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 12 October 2016, 04:31:55
CM QFR MX Blacks office daily driver

What I'm using at home at the moment :)

And still getting away with SSK at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 14 October 2016, 08:57:07
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 14 October 2016, 09:09:11
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161014/dae7797a17057907a9c9a4cfd14e0800.jpg)


yes only half

neat :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ashlyn on Fri, 14 October 2016, 09:53:43
Leopold 750r Mx brown
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Fri, 14 October 2016, 13:29:44
Leading Edge DC-3014 SKCM Blue Alps:

[attach=1]

Modifications: Internal Soarer converter and panel-mount micro-USB connector; Matias Quiet slider in spacebar switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 14 October 2016, 13:58:08
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ashlyn on Fri, 14 October 2016, 15:11:19
Leading Edge DC-3014 SKCM Blue Alps:

(Attachment Link)

Modifications: Internal Soarer converter and panel-mount micro-USB connector; Matias Quiet slider in spacebar switch.
That keyboard looks amazing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 14 October 2016, 15:53:08
Leading Edge DC-3014 SKCM Blue Alps:

(Attachment Link)

Modifications: Internal Soarer converter and panel-mount micro-USB connector; Matias Quiet slider in spacebar switch.

Using it with its stock ABS caps, Hypersphere? Anything that's not PBT is uncommon to see from you!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Fri, 14 October 2016, 16:27:07
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5446/30192041942_dcb94901b5_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/MZY7ch)

dat boi (https://flic.kr/p/MZY7ch) by Kiran Rochon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/krochonw/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Fri, 14 October 2016, 17:01:39
Leading Edge DC-3014 SKCM Blue Alps:

(Attachment Link)

Modifications: Internal Soarer converter and panel-mount micro-USB connector; Matias Quiet slider in spacebar switch.

why did you mod the spacebar?  Was it broken?
I like to quieten the spacebar. Installing a damped slider like the one from a Matias Quiet switch goes a long way toward this goal. I have another DC-3014 on which I replaced the stock spacebar with a 7.00x black spacebar from Matias. Because the shock pads need to be in a slightly different location for this spacebar, in addition to replacing the blue slider with a Matias Quiet slider, I placed small rectangles of 0.5 mm thick self-adhesive polyurethane foam on the top plate where the stabilizer inserts hit the plate. Result -- the spacebar sound is now a dull thud (which I like) and it does not rattle.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MJL on Sun, 16 October 2016, 17:56:17
Apple A1242 (short wired keyboard).  :-[

It replaced a Deck Hassium when I bought an Apple Mac mini.  >:D Now the Apple Mac mini has gone (replaced by ASUS VC65R)  ;D and am impatiently waiting for a Leopold FC660M blue switches ;D .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 16 October 2016, 18:32:27
I'm digging my Ducky Realforce. Just wish it was 30g, but I got such a nice price for it, that I can't complain.

Waiting for some thick lube to come in from TechKeys so I can lube this babies' sliders and space bar stab.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Arallu on Sun, 16 October 2016, 18:36:07
For work I'm using a Leopold FC900R, for home I have a Ducky One TKL, both with Cherry Browns.
I also have a TADA68 with Gateron Browns coming to try out a smaller layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sun, 16 October 2016, 18:55:32
I'm digging my Ducky Realforce. Just wish it was 30g, but I got such a nice price for it, that I can't complain.

Waiting for some thick lube to come in from TechKeys so I can lube this babies' sliders and space bar stab.
You can use 30 g Topre switches? I think these would be far too light for me. However, I thought I would prefer 55 g to the standard 45 g. I like 55 g in  my RF87U, but I modded a HHKB with 55 g domes and found that at least in the smaller keyboard, I prefer 45 g.

Thick lube for sliders? It would be fine for stabs, but you might want to test it on a switch to be sure you want thick lube on switch sliders. My own preference is to use Superlube 51010 oil on the slider rails, but not the sliders themselves. Lubing the sliders, especially with a thick lube, could have a detrimental effect on the function of the switch.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 16 October 2016, 18:56:15
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sun, 16 October 2016, 19:16:24
I'm digging my Ducky Realforce. Just wish it was 30g, but I got such a nice price for it, that I can't complain.

Waiting for some thick lube to come in from TechKeys so I can lube this babies' sliders and space bar stab.
You can use 30 g Topre switches? I think these would be far too light for me. However, I thought I would prefer 55 g to the standard 45 g. I like 55 g in  my RF87U, but I modded a HHKB with 55 g domes and found that at least in the smaller keyboard, I prefer 45 g.

Thick lube for sliders? It would be fine for stabs, but you might want to test it on a switch to be sure you want thick lube on switch sliders. My own preference is to use Superlube 51010 oil on the slider rails, but not the sliders themselves. Lubing the sliders, especially with a thick lube, could have a detrimental effect on the function of the switch.

Oh, no, no. I did mean the rails. I don't plan on lubing the sliders as I feel like that might attract too much dust. I've read that the rails are adequate enough for a smooth action. What do you think? I have some Krytox 103 that would probably work, though I personally don't care for how krytox seems to stick (or rather, doesn't) to sliders in my experience lubricating Cherry MX switches. 
 
My Realforce is the Ducky Taiwan Edition in 45g. I wanted 30g, but I was lucky enough to get this board for a great price far after it had sold out in the US.

I enjoy heavy and light switches! The only switches I've ever felt to be fatiguing were Alps SKCM Brown in a stiff plate. I feel like I'd really enjoy 30g Topre, but this 45g board has been quite enjoyable itself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MJL on Sun, 16 October 2016, 20:38:02

Thick lube for sliders? It would be fine for stabs, but you might want to test it on a switch to be sure you want thick lube on switch sliders. My own preference is to use Superlube 51010 oil on the slider rails, but not the sliders themselves. Lubing the sliders, especially with a thick lube, could have a detrimental effect on the function of the switch.

Years ago I bought some Ultimox 226 from uMicroLubrol to make my trackball slippery (wipe on, wipe off but you cannot get it totally removed). Ever since I've been using it to lubricate anything plastic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Mon, 17 October 2016, 13:23:49
I just got around to trying the PBT spacebars from Massdrop, so I have the Realforce hooked up again. You'll just have to take my word for it that it looks much better in person.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 17 October 2016, 13:30:44
I just got around to trying the PBT spacebars from Massdrop, so I have the Realforce hooked up again. You'll just have to take my word for it that it looks much better in person.

(Attachment Link)

Looks good. :D I recently picked up a grey PBT bar, and while slightly off shade with the white caps on my Realforce, the feel and lower thud of the PBT bar is worth it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Mon, 17 October 2016, 14:21:21
Using this G80-3000 beauty until I get a Leeku PCB to modernise my Dolch Pac  ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/R1EMOvS.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tobydeemer on Mon, 17 October 2016, 14:45:22
Poker II with MX Browns, Colemak, and low profile Alu case.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 40keyless on Thu, 20 October 2016, 05:15:21
POK3R / MX browns / Gray Dye-Sub PBT keycaps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Irving on Thu, 20 October 2016, 09:20:26
Realforce 87!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: captaineleven on Thu, 20 October 2016, 09:40:52
Realforce 87!

Samesies! Well, it's in a rotation with the fc660c, fc660m mxbrowns, and the fc750r mxbrowns. So uh, all of them. I'll have to post a picture later. I like to switch it around every couple of hours because lol why not

Justification for having so many lol  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Thu, 20 October 2016, 10:23:53
(http://i.imgur.com/9evL2GE.jpg)

A Chinese IBM Japan 5576-002 Alps Plate Spring board. :D It's got an awkward but amusing layout to use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corsa1r on Thu, 20 October 2016, 14:55:01
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9evL2GE.jpg)


'awkward but amusing'

Nailed it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Omnipotent on Fri, 21 October 2016, 14:43:46
Waiting on a Ducky YotM with Reds. Probably going to use my Overcast DSA Set on that once that too.

Right now I'm using a QFR XT with Browns though. Works great and looks great after over a year of everyday use, so no regrets. Definitely got some new keyboards coming in the near future though. ;)

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hue on Sun, 23 October 2016, 19:50:14
Realforce 87!

Samesies! Well, it's in a rotation with the fc660c, fc660m mxbrowns, and the fc750r mxbrowns. So uh, all of them. I'll have to post a picture later. I like to switch it around every couple of hours because lol why not

Justification for having so many lol  ;D
How do you like your fc660c? Im planning on getting one, but wasn't sure. Friends have been pressuring me to get a HHKB, but I still am fascinated by how the fc660c looks, compared to the symmetry of the hhkb. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 23 October 2016, 21:32:32
5251, totally need to use this more. This is what typing on a keyboard should be.

Still wish the case was metal, though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Sun, 23 October 2016, 23:52:24
5251, totally need to use this more. This is what typing on a keyboard should be.

Still wish the case was metal, though.
3278.

With a plastic cover for the manual functioning as a wrist rest.  Makes the keyboard feel warmer.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Mon, 24 October 2016, 05:34:29
My ThinkPad X220's keyboard - before Lenovo's design revision to change it to the 6-row half-moon key caps design.

Scissor switches with rubber domes can feel really good, especially with such a low profile with shortened keystrokes. After all, Topre switches have those tactile feel that people care most about all coming from the rubber domes underneath - basically Topre is a rubber dome hybrid.

There are good rubber-dome keyboards, and there are really really bad mechanical-switches keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 25 October 2016, 15:31:16
My ThinkPad X220's keyboard - before Lenovo's design revision to change it to the 6-row half-moon key caps design.

Scissor switches with rubber domes can feel really good, especially with such a low profile with shortened keystrokes. After all, Topre switches have those tactile feel that people care most about all coming from the rubber domes underneath - basically Topre is a rubber dome hybrid.

There are good rubber-dome keyboards, and there are really really bad mechanical-switches keyboards.

...and then there are excellent Buckling Spring keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Tue, 25 October 2016, 15:45:03
My ThinkPad X220's keyboard - before Lenovo's design revision to change it to the 6-row half-moon key caps design.

Scissor switches with rubber domes can feel really good, especially with such a low profile with shortened keystrokes. After all, Topre switches have those tactile feel that people care most about all coming from the rubber domes underneath - basically Topre is a rubber dome hybrid.

There are good rubber-dome keyboards, and there are really really bad mechanical-switches keyboards.

Some scissor switch boards are really good. <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Fri, 28 October 2016, 19:00:15
I have been using for 1.5yrs now this Filco MT2 TKL (MX-Red, w/ doubleshot PBT keycaps,dampers) keyboard... all in all I'm very pleased I have been just lately getting the urge to buy another TKL maybe another Filco w/ MX-Browns or a KUL E87 or???? w/ browns...

but I probably will not as it seems like a waste of monies to some extend.  the Filco is a very nice keyboard..it feels quite premium I guess?  most of the time I totally dig the reds but every now and again I rest my fingers to hard and type 1000 d's or whatever by accident.. meh.


(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg) (http://s1330.photobucket.com/user/atarione/media/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Mon, 31 October 2016, 16:21:15
I have been using for 1.5yrs now this Filco MT2 TKL (MX-Red, w/ doubleshot PBT keycaps,dampers) keyboard... all in all I'm very pleased I have been just lately getting the urge to buy another TKL maybe another Filco w/ MX-Browns or a KUL E87 or???? w/ browns...

but I probably will not as it seems like a waste of monies to some extend.  the Filco is a very nice keyboard..it feels quite premium I guess?  most of the time I totally dig the reds but every now and again I rest my fingers to hard and type 1000 d's or whatever by accident.. meh.


(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg) (http://s1330.photobucket.com/user/atarione/media/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg.html)

Where did you get double shot PBT keycaps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 31 October 2016, 17:43:31
I have been using for 1.5yrs now this Filco MT2 TKL (MX-Red, w/ doubleshot PBT keycaps,dampers) keyboard... all in all I'm very pleased I have been just lately getting the urge to buy another TKL maybe another Filco w/ MX-Browns or a KUL E87 or???? w/ browns...

but I probably will not as it seems like a waste of monies to some extend.  the Filco is a very nice keyboard..it feels quite premium I guess?  most of the time I totally dig the reds but every now and again I rest my fingers to hard and type 1000 d's or whatever by accident.. meh.


(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg) (http://s1330.photobucket.com/user/atarione/media/Filco3_zps9vzfypco.jpg.html)

Where did you get double shot PBT keycaps?

Looks like the ones that they sell on MK.com https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1947 (https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1947)
I think I've seen pop up on MassDrop from time to time also.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MJL on Mon, 31 October 2016, 17:55:08
Leopold FC660M Cherry MX blue with Leopold dye-sub keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Mon, 31 October 2016, 18:23:07

Where did you get double shot PBT keycaps?

Hi..  I got them on massdrop what must be something over a year ago (honestly can't remember and MD helpfully isn't showing the order history at all..I wish i had bought a few more of these they had them quite inexpensively at ~$25 some as I recall.... I keep looking for them to reappear on MD and sadly I haven't seen them so far.

couple pics... If i could tell you the maker / model I certainly would but I can't for the life of me remember... I for one would buy 2 or so more sets if they show up again.

(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/pbtdoubleshots_zpsjeddsqhy.jpg)


(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/pbtdoublshots2_zpshirsqqtn.jpg)

I am certainly not the snobbiest of mech keyboard cap snob, but I am well and fully pleased with the typing exerience w/ these.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Mon, 31 October 2016, 18:32:58

Where did you get double shot PBT keycaps?

Hi..  I got them on massdrop what must be something over a year ago (honestly can't remember and MD helpfully isn't showing the order history at all..I wish i had bought a few more of these they had them quite inexpensively at ~$25 some as I recall.... I keep looking for them to reappear on MD and sadly I haven't seen them so far.

couple pics... If i could tell you the maker / model I certainly would but I can't for the life of me remember... I for one would buy 2 or so more sets if they show up again.

Show Image
(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/pbtdoubleshots_zpsjeddsqhy.jpg)



Show Image
(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/pbtdoublshots2_zpshirsqqtn.jpg)


I am certainly not the snobbiest of mech keyboard cap snob, but I am well and fully pleased with the typing exerience w/ these.

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/vortex-doubleshot-pbt-keycaps?mode=guest_open Made by Vortex :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Mon, 31 October 2016, 18:42:00
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/vortex-doubleshot-pbt-keycaps?mode=guest_open Made by Vortex :)


cheers mate... i figured someone might know what these actually are... now to find some for sale someplace... and not for $60+ (mechanicalkeyboards.com lists them : out of stock but the price was $64...).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Mon, 31 October 2016, 20:12:02
Currently using a newish Leopold FC750R with MX Browns along with an FC210TP, also MX Browns (got it a couple of days ago actually). Sort of a messy current set-up, but I am very much appreciating the high-quality Leopold experience. Now I really want a FC660C.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Mon, 31 October 2016, 20:28:07
a corsair k70 RGB. but i am looking forward to the white fox  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 31 October 2016, 23:48:09
Shameless cross posting.


(http://i.imgur.com/rk7QD0n.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 01 November 2016, 06:36:43
Shameless cross posting.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rk7QD0n.jpg)


Tasteful colour combo
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 01 November 2016, 10:57:31
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: captaineleven on Tue, 01 November 2016, 18:48:39
Realforce 87!

Samesies! Well, it's in a rotation with the fc660c, fc660m mxbrowns, and the fc750r mxbrowns. So uh, all of them. I'll have to post a picture later. I like to switch it around every couple of hours because lol why not

Justification for having so many lol  ;D
How do you like your fc660c? Im planning on getting one, but wasn't sure. Friends have been pressuring me to get a HHKB, but I still am fascinated by how the fc660c looks, compared to the symmetry of the hhkb.


Bruh sorry for the delay! Anyway, I love the fc660c and I much prefer it over the HHKB. To me, it feels more premium just because of its weight and heft and the metal plate. I never got used to the layout of the HHKB which was the biggest thing with me and I've found that I'm all about smaller form factors if it doesn't do too many function layers. I felt cramped with the HHKB whereas the fc660c felt like if I just trimmed a TKL a little bit, I didn't feel like I was giving up prime real estate. I'm not sure if that makes sense, but that's how I feel lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Tue, 01 November 2016, 19:43:00
Shameless cross posting.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rk7QD0n.jpg)


What case is that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MrRockman888 on Tue, 01 November 2016, 19:45:01
A rubber-dome, Logitech Wave keyboard... I really need to find a reliable adapter for my RJ45 Model M. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Tue, 01 November 2016, 19:49:15
A rubber-dome, Logitech Wave keyboard... I really need to find a reliable adapter for my RJ45 Model M. Does anyone have any suggestions?

I haven't used one of these but I have used an XT converter from him which worked very well.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-RJ45-to-USB-Soarers-Converter-Model-M-Terminal-Keyboard-Remapping-Macros-/281476431381?hash=item41894d7e15:g:wwYAAOSwF1dUSZVm
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MrRockman888 on Tue, 01 November 2016, 20:04:59
I'll look into buying one. Thanks for the support :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 02 November 2016, 23:35:51
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 02 November 2016, 23:48:14
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vLuxjQk.jpg)


i offer the quarter i just found in my pocket

what an sweet keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ygor on Thu, 03 November 2016, 01:26:08
[attachimg=1]

An ol' Compaq 304286-003, does it get better than this? No, no it doesn't.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WRXChris on Thu, 03 November 2016, 17:06:21
It sat around in a box for nearly 3 years unassembled, but I finally put my LZ-GH together!

Switches are Cherry MX Clears, 62g steel springs, stickers, and Krytox 205 mixed with 103.  I built the switches years ago and they've just been sitting in a bag waiting for me to get off my ass.

Dolch set came from Originative, and the Darkside cap needs no introduction!  I'm pretty sure the USB cable came from Mimic.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Thu, 03 November 2016, 17:16:13
(Attachment Link)

An ol' Compaq 304286-003, does it get better than this? No, no it doesn't.  :D
Only the best
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 04 November 2016, 11:17:49
It sat around in a box for nearly 3 years unassembled, but I finally put my LZ-GH together!

Switches are Cherry MX Clears, 62g steel springs, stickers, and Krytox 205 mixed with 103.  I built the switches years ago and they've just been sitting in a bag waiting for me to get off my ass.

Dolch set came from Originative, and the Darkside cap needs no introduction!  I'm pretty sure the USB cable came from Mimic.

(Attachment Link)

Nice board!  How do the Clears feel?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: D4rk_mVidia on Fri, 04 November 2016, 14:12:11
Microsoft SideWinder X4 :D
Typing on it since 5 years and now it's time for a mechanical Keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Fri, 04 November 2016, 14:54:48
(http://i.imgur.com/56BWeel.jpg)

SSK :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 04 November 2016, 14:55:16
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Fri, 04 November 2016, 14:57:36
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/56BWeel.jpg)


SSK :D

what esc key?  booper?
lmao
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iRumy3 on Fri, 04 November 2016, 15:08:39
Still using ducky shine 4. I missed out on red scarf II which I really liked but I am waiting for something to come out that catches my eye.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 04 November 2016, 15:13:35
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/56BWeel.jpg)


SSK :D

Sick. Looks good, dude!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Fri, 04 November 2016, 15:14:16
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 04 November 2016, 16:10:36
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/56BWeel.jpg)


SSK :D

what esc key?  booper?

Wondering about dat Esc myself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Fri, 04 November 2016, 16:26:10
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/56BWeel.jpg)


SSK :D

what esc key?  booper?

Wondering about dat Esc myself.
I just dyed it, and the mods are unicomp RGB mods.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Fri, 04 November 2016, 16:38:32
I think that Unicomp will do 1.00x special-order keycaps in various colors. Some time ago, I had them do a 1.00x green cap with a Return symbol and a 1.00x light blue Fn keycap for my IBM XT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 04 November 2016, 18:29:25
I think that Unicomp will do 1.00x special-order keycaps in various colors. Some time ago, I had them do a 1.00x green cap with a Return symbol and a 1.00x light blue Fn keycap for my IBM XT.

Yeah, that's where I was expecting it to come from.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aaron6301 on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:23:29
(http://i.imgur.com/m9sXpGy.jpg)

VE.A daily driver  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:24:24
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IneffableTao on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:26:54
More
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/m9sXpGy.jpg)


VE.A daily driver  :thumb:

Beautiful mix of old and new!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aaron6301 on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:33:31
you should get the mods for the macro section like the OG cherry boards :)

Google search has failed me... Mind pointing me in the right direction in regards to the board(s) you're referring to?

Beautiful mix of old and new!

Happy you like it!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:43:50
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ygor on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:46:44
That monitor is almost as large as your big toes. I wish I had big toes like that. Lit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aaron6301 on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:47:05
you should get the mods for the macro section like the OG cherry boards :)

Google search has failed me... Mind pointing me in the right direction in regards to the board(s) you're referring to?


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/uf46Z6Z.jpg)


I think I need this in my life, thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 05 November 2016, 16:56:25
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ygor on Sat, 05 November 2016, 17:27:53
u wot mate
(http://i.imgur.com/ryhZqfc.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iRumy3 on Sun, 06 November 2016, 12:28:22
you can get a Red Scarf from China at any time.
I missed the massdrop on this one which I really like.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/red-scarf-ii-ver-b-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Tue, 08 November 2016, 18:59:38
GH60 rev C - I've been back into this so many times to change the layout... The stepped caps lock is the final change - I'm done with it.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 11 November 2016, 08:42:01
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Profilings.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Fri, 11 November 2016, 08:56:35
I call it 'The Sweet Escape' (those who know me will get it)

(http://i.imgur.com/aPvRbln.jpg)

Phantom ANSI 150 WKL Skeleton Frame with Cherry White MX.
Raindrop DSA + Nuka Cola Quantum Esc key

 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: punksinatra on Fri, 11 November 2016, 22:06:24
I am loving the green switches hahahahah
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vargr on Sun, 13 November 2016, 00:58:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/m9sXpGy.jpg)


VE.A daily driver  :thumb:

That thing is gorgeous.

Using an HHKB until my ergodox arrives. Now I just have to find an ergodox set. I am also really interested in trying to go Unicorn Vomit, but finding SA Keycaps is proving difficult.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mll8394 on Sun, 13 November 2016, 06:41:48
Had plenty of keyboards most of them sold except for one. Old gramps Filco MJ2 Ninja TKL which is my first ever mechanical keyboard. I somehow can't let go of this one even though I already had better boards than this and even Whitefox and Ergodox soon to be here as well.  ;D :))

Gotta Love them Classics man, Basic Plug n' Play  :)) :)) :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 13 November 2016, 09:44:26
Realforce.

Spacebar switch in my LZ is getting progressively worse to use, gonna have to swap it out.

Might just do a whole new build on a Satan PCB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 13 November 2016, 09:53:11
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 13 November 2016, 10:32:19
Realforce.

Spacebar switch in my LZ is getting progressively worse to use, gonna have to swap it out.

Might just do a whole new build on a Satan PCB.

get a b face PCB

can it do 1x backspace and short right shift?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Sun, 13 November 2016, 10:48:42
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 13 November 2016, 11:01:22
Realforce.

Spacebar switch in my LZ is getting progressively worse to use, gonna have to swap it out.

Might just do a whole new build on a Satan PCB.

get a b face PCB

can it do 1x backspace and short right shift?

Yeah it's universal:

http://winkeyless.kr/product/b-face-x2-pcb/

Show Image
(http://i1.wp.com/winkeyless.kr/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/layout_face.jpg)


The firmware is really really good.  Best I've used

dope

i'll buy one when i have money again

#funemployment
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Sun, 13 November 2016, 16:17:15
(http://i.imgur.com/cuiQDop.jpg)

Plannin' a proper custom soon :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Mon, 14 November 2016, 02:08:03
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cuiQDop.jpg)


Plannin' a proper custom soon :D

Where do you get those color caps?

Is this your main board? And do you do programming sometimes on it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 14 November 2016, 09:48:52
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cuiQDop.jpg)


Plannin' a proper custom soon :D

Where do you get those color caps?

Is this your main board? And do you do programming sometimes on it?

Color caps look like the Overwatch-themed set that was on Massdrop awhile back.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Mon, 14 November 2016, 13:31:10
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cuiQDop.jpg)


Plannin' a proper custom soon :D

Where do you get those color caps?

Is this your main board? And do you do programming sometimes on it?

Looks to be rendered...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: harjoat on Mon, 14 November 2016, 16:16:32
Right now, HHKB JP Type-s. Novatouched escape key to put artisans on it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Mon, 14 November 2016, 20:11:28
Some random dynex rubberdome

(http://i.imgur.com/arBFu4j.jpg?1)

Posting to show off the massive upgrade I'm getting very soon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vlada011 on Mon, 21 November 2016, 02:35:39
(Attachment Link)

Deck Francium Pro 87
Cherry MX Browns
Stock Doubleshot PBT backlit caps
Few Artisans i added to the board
Filco Wood wrist rest

Will be reviewing board in a week or so.


And you have Deck 87 Francium Pro... me to. My first mechanical keyboard.
I search for something unique for my first mechanical keyboard not some everyday option.
Great keyboard. Actually only mechanical keyboard with LED and double shot PBT.
My model is White Backlight - Cherry MX Brown.
I import from USA to Europe because PBT Keycaps and I like fonts US version.

But now I saw something completely different for future... Cherry MX Board 8.0
Mac owners will like that keyboard as well. That model attract me so much and should be my second keyboard.
After that I will buy one more and 3 keyboards are enough.
I will probably by Filco Convertible 2 TKL.

Actually my perfect collection would be

Deck Legend White Backlight Cherry MX Clear
Deck Francium Pro White Backlight Cherry MX Brown
Filco Convertible 2 TKL Cherry MX Brown or Black
Cherry MX Board 8.0 Brown or Black
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marchioness on Tue, 22 November 2016, 01:25:46
At the moment I currently alternate between a Filco Majestouch2 TKL w/ Cherry MX Black switches & a Ducky One w/ MX Blue switches.

I personally have used the Ducky more ever since I bought it recently, but I like to use the Filco every now and then because of the JIS layout and typing on blues can get annoying sometime. I never really appreciated the smoothness of linear switches until I actually bought the Ducky.

(http://i.imgur.com/xNe0TmY.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Tue, 22 November 2016, 03:23:14
At the moment I currently alternate between a Filco Majestouch2 TKL w/ Cherry MX Black switches & a Ducky One w/ MX Blue switches.

I personally have used the Ducky more ever since I bought it recently, but I like to use the Filco every now and then because of the JIS layout and typing on blues can get annoying sometime. I never really appreciated the smoothness of linear switches until I actually bought the Ducky.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xNe0TmY.jpg)

i'm rocking a majestouch with reds i wanted blacks but they didnt have any.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marchioness on Tue, 22 November 2016, 13:19:08
i'm rocking a majestouch with reds i wanted blacks but they didnt have any.

How's the experience with reds? I might consider getting an MX Brown or MX Red board in the future, though there may not be much of a difference comparing it to MX Black aside from the weight.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Tue, 22 November 2016, 14:00:25
Still been using my FC660C primarily, but tonight I'll have a HHKB Pro 2 to try out. Hoping I'll see the light. If not, I suppose I'll keep it around and give it a go from time to time. Maybe it'll catch on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Tue, 22 November 2016, 21:56:43
Got the HHKB. Making more errors than usual now adjusting to the layout. I much prefer the delete and arrow key positions on this compared to other 60% keyboards and keyboards in general. And the switches feel much lighter than the other Topres I've tried. It's weird. They're supposed to be the same 45g as the Realforce and FC660C I've used, but they feel lighter. That seems like a common reaction based on things I read before ever trying Topre. It's very pleasant. Given that I prefer lighter feel I think HHKB could be my go to if I successfully adjust to the layout. I'm surprised really.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: redbanshee on Tue, 22 November 2016, 22:35:55
(http://i.imgur.com/bAO8M8P.jpg)   :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 22 November 2016, 22:43:48
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/bAO8M8P.jpg)
   :D

I'm really trying to like this keyboard, but I feel sometimes it's too cluttered with all the caps crammed in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corsa1r on Tue, 22 November 2016, 23:29:41
Got the HHKB. Making more errors than usual now adjusting to the layout. I much prefer the delete and arrow key positions on this compared to other 60% keyboards and keyboards in general. And the switches feel much lighter than the other Topres I've tried. It's weird. They're supposed to be the same 45g as the Realforce and FC660C I've used, but they feel lighter. That seems like a common reaction based on things I read before ever trying Topre. It's very pleasant. Given that I prefer lighter feel I think HHKB could be my go to if I successfully adjust to the layout. I'm surprised really.
I'm very aroused.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Wed, 23 November 2016, 00:11:12
i'm rocking a majestouch with reds i wanted blacks but they didnt have any.

How's the experience with reds? I might consider getting an MX Brown or MX Red board in the future, though there may not be much of a difference comparing it to MX Black aside from the weight.
I'd say try a brown since it's different enough from the black then maybe red after. Reds are fun for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 23 November 2016, 00:11:32
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/bAO8M8P.jpg)
   :D

I'm really trying to like this keyboard, but I feel sometimes it's too cluttered with all the caps crammed in.

Exactly the same thing I was thinking.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fatpolomanjr on Wed, 23 November 2016, 03:40:08
Just got my hands on a TEX Yoda.

(http://i.imgur.com/QNNR1dC.jpg)

I'm still adjusting to the 60% form factor, but the trackpoint is making the transition much smoother. Along with the dipswitch mapping Caps Lock to Fn. The only thing I really wish is for dedicated pgUp, pgDn, and pg forward / pg back buttons. With the extensive choices in trackpoint mechs, however, I'll take what I can get.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 24 November 2016, 22:17:45
(http://imgur.com/tScNQpl.jpg)

Just machined the case for the board in the back and built it today. Need proper switches for it though.. using mx blues which are horrible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: supermario802.1 on Fri, 25 November 2016, 03:18:53
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/56BWeel.jpg)


SSK :D

Well done! simple but really looks great!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 26 November 2016, 14:58:04
My 1st 40% build. Gateron reds & a linear grey for the spacebar.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Sat, 26 November 2016, 15:09:53
This is my main driver at home now. A Topre RealForce RGB with silencing rings and PuLsE keycaps installed.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Tue, 29 November 2016, 16:45:38
It arrived, the model m arrived!

(http://i.imgur.com/fdmptQo.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 29 November 2016, 16:50:14
(http://i.imgur.com/QDIuNOl.jpg)
OTD The Cheat
Ergo clears, 62g springs, lubed, stickered
OG dyesubs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 29 November 2016, 16:54:48
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 29 November 2016, 16:55:44
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QDIuNOl.jpg)

OTD The Cheat
Ergo clears, 62g springs, lubed, stickered
OG dyesubs
Crossposted

ftfy
yeah nothing wrong with that
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 29 November 2016, 16:56:29
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Wed, 30 November 2016, 08:26:37
Not sure if I prefer the white or black spacebar. Thoughts?

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cyd7JLWUsAA8hgZ.jpg:large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cyd7kWbVQAA8xR_.jpg:large)

I wouldn't mind a wrist rest with a eye roll inducing logo/brand name. Buuut it's really comfortable. I'm not really a fan of things like wooden wrist rests even though they look nice. And the leather ones I've used too, not my favorite. But open to suggestions!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: [Lewynlight] on Mon, 05 December 2016, 03:52:53
matias ergo pro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 05 December 2016, 17:15:31
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 05 December 2016, 18:35:26
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Mon, 05 December 2016, 22:13:36
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?

he just HAD to
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 05 December 2016, 22:15:32
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 05 December 2016, 22:26:58
(http://i.imgur.com/J75zl5b.gif)

Why not?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Tue, 06 December 2016, 01:59:51
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J75zl5b.gif)


Why not?

Exactly! GLORIOUS ISO <3 <3 <3

beautiful board you've got!  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 06 December 2016, 07:11:57
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J75zl5b.gif)


Why not?

Exactly! GLORIOUS ISO <3 <3 <3

beautiful board you've got!  :o


ISO Enter is the best for me so far, it allows the tilde and back slash to be closer to the home row, making this layout a bit better for me than the HHKB one that I have implemented in my other daily driver. It makes switching a bit painful now, when I work at home, but well, the other looks more symmetric. It is just that keyboards happen to be for typing not for staring at, LOL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Tue, 06 December 2016, 08:11:51
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J75zl5b.gif)


Why not?

Exactly! GLORIOUS ISO <3 <3 <3

beautiful board you've got!  :o


ISO Enter is the best for me so far, it allows the tilde and back slash to be closer to the home row, making this layout a bit better for me than the HHKB one that I have implemented in my other daily driver. It makes switching a bit painful now, when I work at home, but well, the other looks more symmetric. It is just that keyboards happen to be for typing not for staring at, LOL.

I feel ya
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: swimmingbird on Tue, 06 December 2016, 22:29:10
At client site and couldn't be bothered to bring HHKB so my Thinkpad X1Carbon keyboard

While it's nowhere as satisfying as the older type it's not too bad
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lootbag on Wed, 07 December 2016, 08:09:52
Finally had some free time to assemble my VE.A
65g Zealios lubed with GH V4 Thick and Gateron Yellows lubed with GH V3 Thin for the macros.
Split life is great, its difficult for me to go back to my 60% keyboards.

(http://i.imgur.com/wUM42yG.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Wed, 07 December 2016, 12:25:47
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Wed, 07 December 2016, 12:49:30
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 07 December 2016, 13:25:16
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
Show Image
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)


(http://i.imgur.com/PS0br1B.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Thu, 08 December 2016, 01:50:34
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
Show Image
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)


yea, something like this

(has anyone got this tattoo?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Thu, 08 December 2016, 07:21:43
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
Show Image
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PS0br1B.gif)


mfw iso squad rolls up fam

(https://media2.giphy.com/media/l46CySTsO9JqWL8di/200.gif#10)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 08 December 2016, 07:30:01

Now with dip sockets under the control key and the true step cap.


(http://i.imgur.com/CuNxQHI.jpg)


And some CMYK for variety.


(http://i.imgur.com/7a0GRcB.jpg)


With full arrows.


(http://i.imgur.com/p8kbXJx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 08 December 2016, 07:45:51

Now with dip sockets under the control key and the true step cap.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CuNxQHI.jpg)



And some CMYK for variety.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7a0GRcB.jpg)



With full arrows.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p8kbXJx.jpg)


Very elegant. How do you block the corners?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 08 December 2016, 07:54:16

Now with dip sockets under the control key and the true step cap.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CuNxQHI.jpg)



And some CMYK for variety.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7a0GRcB.jpg)



With full arrows.


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p8kbXJx.jpg)


Very elegant. How do you block the corners?


It is just a partial plate.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Thu, 08 December 2016, 14:36:52
Using my Pok3r (MX clears) with DSA dye subs at work until layoff is effective in two weeks.  It took a while but I am finally getting the hang of DSA.  GMK Dolch came in today, and while I thought about putting that on the Pok3r, I think that will end up on the Varmilo VA87M that is currently keyless.

(http://i.imgur.com/yWbWE5O.jpg)

I just need to figure out where to install Godspeed SA when it shows up :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Thu, 08 December 2016, 14:53:22
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
Show Image
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)


yea, something like this

(has anyone got this tattoo?)

No but you can get this in sticker form here: http://www.redbubble.com/people/ashenai/works/23621355-iso-master-race?asc=u

A friend from the Discord channel designed this, he gets a royalty everytime someone buys some of these stickers, so make sure you pick up a few to support a struggling artist  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 09 December 2016, 02:38:27
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
Show Image
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)


yea, something like this

(has anyone got this tattoo?)

No but you can get this in sticker form here: http://www.redbubble.com/people/ashenai/works/23621355-iso-master-race?asc=u

A friend from the Discord channel designed this, he gets a royalty everytime someone buys some of these stickers, so make sure you pick up a few to support a struggling artist  ;)

sure will... I was a struggling artist too once... now I just work for my moneys  :p

EDIT: done > ordered (took 5) ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Fri, 09 December 2016, 04:48:29
One of my Nerd60 with corner blockers and a nice NCR Cherry double shot set, fitted with HAD keys for a look with Icon modifiers, in A Profile bottom row.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/R7ZzC5I.jpg)


why ISO ?
Show Image
(http://ih1.redbubble.net/image.272631591.1355/st,large,375x360.u1.png)


yea, something like this

(has anyone got this tattoo?)

No but you can get this in sticker form here: http://www.redbubble.com/people/ashenai/works/23621355-iso-master-race?asc=u

A friend from the Discord channel designed this, he gets a royalty everytime someone buys some of these stickers, so make sure you pick up a few to support a struggling artist  ;)

sure will... I was a struggling artist too once... now I just work for my moneys  :p

EDIT: done > ordered (took 5) ;)

 :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Fri, 09 December 2016, 09:18:02
Well, my hand wired 40% project is on hold while I play with this. I spotted it on Ebay & couldn't resist. TG3 brand with MX blacks (grey on the spacebar) and dye sub PBT. I have it hooked up to a teensy for PS/2-USB and am working on reprogramming the oddball "function" keys. I feel like a Bond villain when I type on this thing.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Fri, 09 December 2016, 13:54:34
Well, my hand wired 40% project is on hold while I play with this. I spotted it on Ebay & couldn't resist. TG3 brand with MX blacks (grey on the spacebar) and dye sub PBT. I have it hooked up to a teensy for PS/2-USB and am working on reprogramming the oddball "function" keys. I feel like a Bond villain when I type on this thing.

(Attachment Link)

this is a cool board, 1800 with a bit of character :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 09 December 2016, 14:07:32
Freshly assembled and oh so nice

(https://i.imgur.com/JRcHJbC.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jd29 on Sat, 10 December 2016, 04:11:56
current boards in use:

at work:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/s5SMe5u.jpg)

(Novatouch, hydrodipped, silenced)

I love that "Thinkpad enter", it works so well with ISO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: drevyek on Sat, 10 December 2016, 13:08:32
Well, my hand wired 40% project is on hold while I play with this. I spotted it on Ebay & couldn't resist. TG3 brand with MX blacks (grey on the spacebar) and dye sub PBT. I have it hooked up to a teensy for PS/2-USB and am working on reprogramming the oddball "function" keys. I feel like a Bond villain when I type on this thing.

(Attachment Link)
It's like a super 1800- the 3600!
Love the legends- that control key is fantastic. What material/printing?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sat, 10 December 2016, 13:17:49
Freshly assembled and oh so nice

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JRcHJbC.jpg)


The orange accents on the num pad make it, to be honest.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 10 December 2016, 14:23:26
Well, my hand wired 40% project is on hold while I play with this. I spotted it on Ebay & couldn't resist. TG3 brand with MX blacks (grey on the spacebar) and dye sub PBT. I have it hooked up to a teensy for PS/2-USB and am working on reprogramming the oddball "function" keys. I feel like a Bond villain when I type on this thing.

(Attachment Link)
It's like a super 1800- the 3600!
Love the legends- that control key is fantastic. What material/printing?

All the caps are dye sub PBT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bullfiniche on Sat, 10 December 2016, 16:03:32
My first mechanical keyboard arrived today.  I'm now an owner of the KUL ES-87 keyboard.  It used Cherry MX-Brown switches.  Love how this keyboard feels when I type on it.

Now I just need to find some cool mac style keycaps for it (suggestions welcome).

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrboovn on Sat, 10 December 2016, 16:17:56
Realforce 87UW with 45g-dome on alpha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 10 December 2016, 16:26:55
HP KU-0901
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steinberg2010 on Sat, 10 December 2016, 17:04:08
My first mechanical keyboard arrived today.  I'm now an owner of the KUL ES-87 keyboard.  It used Cherry MX-Brown switches.  Love how this keyboard feels when I type on it.

Now I just need to find some cool mac style keycaps for it (suggestions welcome).

(Attachment Link)

WASD will sell you a custom set (so you can get Mac-style keycaps). They're not the highest quality (rather thin ABS). However, they're considerably more affordable than some other makers. Depends on how deep you want to dip your toes in the water...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 10 December 2016, 18:24:00
My first mechanical keyboard arrived today.  I'm now an owner of the KUL ES-87 keyboard.  It used Cherry MX-Brown switches.  Love how this keyboard feels when I type on it.

Now I just need to find some cool mac style keycaps for it (suggestions welcome).

(Attachment Link)

WASD will sell you a custom set (so you can get Mac-style keycaps). They're not the highest quality (rather thin ABS). However, they're considerably more affordable than some other makers. Depends on how deep you want to dip your toes in the water...

You may regret to expend in cheap caps, you'd better want to save to get a good set, later. You can take advantage of you stock key caps meanwhile you get good keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: albin on Wed, 14 December 2016, 08:22:10
Home: Fuhlen SM680R blue swithes

Work: Logitech K810
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 14 December 2016, 09:00:41
My first mechanical keyboard arrived today.  I'm now an owner of the KUL ES-87 keyboard.  It used Cherry MX-Brown switches.  Love how this keyboard feels when I type on it.

Now I just need to find some cool mac style keycaps for it (suggestions welcome).

(Attachment Link)

Granite DSA have Mac-style addon kits...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Fri, 16 December 2016, 06:20:57
Finally have this 'ol girl up and running again.
Got Soarer's WysEverter (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52597.0) onto an Arduino Leonardo and worked out the config to move some of the keys around.
She feels wonderful to type on, as good as my Model M in a different way of course.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Fri, 16 December 2016, 07:55:42
Finally have this 'ol girl up and running again.
Got Soarer's WysEverter (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52597.0) onto an Arduino Leonardo and worked out the config to move some of the keys around.
She feels wonderful to type on, as good as my Model M in a different way of course.

Interesting layout. I wonder why they moved the <> keys to the left and duplicate the ,. on their ANSI layout positions.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Mon, 19 December 2016, 00:25:28
Finally have this 'ol girl up and running again.
Got Soarer's WysEverter (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52597.0) onto an Arduino Leonardo and worked out the config to move some of the keys around.
She feels wonderful to type on, as good as my Model M in a different way of course.

Interesting layout. I wonder why they moved the <> keys to the left and duplicate the ,. on their ANSI layout positions.

I have no real idea, but as Wyse terminals emulate DEC and it is the same layout (eg LK201 ref1 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LK201), ref2 (https://deskthority.net/wiki/DEC_LK201)), all I can think of is it is related to OpenVMS.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mavarina on Tue, 20 December 2016, 09:05:16
I'm using the Winkeyless B.87 EX 2 with Zealios 67g switches. Waiting for my Van board w/ matias quiet switches to arrive :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Sat, 24 December 2016, 14:26:07
Back to the ssk. For now it is still a model m, however, once I get the parts from the model MF GB Itll be a model F. Love this board.
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wolfseye on Sun, 25 December 2016, 13:16:59
Right now the new Razer BW Chroma X with Greens and a E-Element Z77 RGB on the cheap side. But plenty others to choose from if i am in thr mood of something else.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MyBoolean on Sun, 25 December 2016, 14:26:40
Currently using Glorious Modular Mechanical keyboard.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GenericUserName on Sun, 25 December 2016, 15:13:42
Using my now 2 years old QFR with cherry MX blues

Sent from my XT1028 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 25 December 2016, 15:55:38
Using my now 2 years old QFR with cherry MX blues

Sent from my XT1028 using Tapatalk

Using my 22 year old Model M 1392595. I guess it's all good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Urbi on Sun, 25 December 2016, 17:00:40
Raptor Gaming K1 (G80-1800). Don't think I can ever switch to another layout. I am spoiled. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Schmoozing Now?
Post by: ander on Sun, 25 December 2016, 17:06:00
Using my 22 year old Model M 1392595. I guess it's all good.

I guess so, considering it's probably spotlessly restored, and with a cool color background under the keys (maybe even illuminated!).

I'm visiting my wife's family in Ontario, Canada. (For the benefit of Americans, that's not a town, but a province, sort of like a state.) So, ironically, despite my passion for MKs, I'm typing this on a previously-unused Dell KB1421 (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html), one of the better RDs that's also one of the most compact full-size KBs ever made, travel-wise.

It makes a sound I'd describe as egg, egg, egg. But maybe that's just because I'm having eggnog. Good eggnog will do that to you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sun, 25 December 2016, 18:28:56
Finally have this 'ol girl up and running again.
Got Soarer's WysEverter (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52597.0) onto an Arduino Leonardo and worked out the config to move some of the keys around.
She feels wonderful to type on, as good as my Model M in a different way of course.

Interesting layout. I wonder why they moved the <> keys to the left and duplicate the ,. on their ANSI layout positions.

I have no real idea, but as Wyse terminals emulate DEC and it is the same layout (eg LK201 ref1 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LK201), ref2 (https://deskthority.net/wiki/DEC_LK201)), all I can think of is it is related to OpenVMS.

The second reference is a particularly nice keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Sun, 25 December 2016, 23:51:22
(http://www2.pcmag.com/media/images/376280-hp-stream-11-11-d020nr-keyboard.jpg)

Oh, the pain,,,,  ;D :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lolkey on Mon, 26 December 2016, 08:59:57
I'm using Gateron reds on a varmilo 87mr with their dye sub keycaps, which have a profile slightly lower than Cherry profile.

Gateron has the best stabilizers ever and they feel amazing, imo. I've tried costar on my Filco, Cherry on my older Poker3, and have to say, the Gateron stabs are the best. I'm not sure if it's the extra smoothness of the plastic or what, but it makes it feel like it's just a switch being actuated and like there is no stabilizer even there. They do have a tiny bit of rattle, but it could probably be fixed with some lube. Not sure if I want to lube them though, as I lubed my Costar stabs when I first got my Filco, and it's a disaster when it's time to clean.  The lube just grabs all the dust and the lube gets spread all over the backplate. It's a nightmare.

Thinking of grabbing a MX silent board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Mon, 26 December 2016, 16:42:44
(http://inlandproduct.com/images/products/detail/70010.1.jpg)

It's HORRIBLE. Jesus Christ. My QSENN (and then Model M, and then probably some Topre) can't show up fast enough.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _BMW_M3_ on Tue, 27 December 2016, 14:26:18
TX-CP!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Tue, 27 December 2016, 15:04:03
Finally got my DT35!!! yesss
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: suby4me on Thu, 29 December 2016, 01:50:00
Whitefox and corsair RGB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Thu, 29 December 2016, 02:02:48
logitech rubbercrap
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 29 December 2016, 09:21:02
logitech rubbercrap

(http://i.imgur.com/xsBa5Rn.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FlipJanson on Thu, 29 December 2016, 09:50:45
Unicomp Ultra Classic, which also happens to be my first mechanical keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 29 December 2016, 10:06:39
Unicomp Ultra Classic, which also happens to be my first mechanical keyboard.

That one was my first, too!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Thu, 29 December 2016, 12:42:49
Dell rubber dome, came packaged with an office PC.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HerrVoennchen on Thu, 29 December 2016, 12:56:27
Cherry KC 1000 until my CM Pro S replacement arrives tomorrow :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Thu, 29 December 2016, 16:05:19
"You need a fullsize keyboard at work"

Challenge accepted.

(http://i.imgur.com/nr1gx60.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 29 December 2016, 16:07:26
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Thu, 29 December 2016, 16:11:45
"You need a fullsize keyboard at work"

Challenge accepted.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nr1gx60.jpg)


40% might be a challenge, but using a TKL doesn't slow me down.  using a numpad is slow

Customer: "Have you made the change yet?"
Me: "Sorry, i'm still trying to figure out what layer I put the hyphen on..."
Customer: "..."

#40percenterproblems
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Thu, 29 December 2016, 17:21:22
SSK *sigh*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Thu, 29 December 2016, 23:27:15
"You need a fullsize keyboard at work"

Challenge accepted.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nr1gx60.jpg)


40% might be a challenge, but using a TKL doesn't slow me down.  using a numpad is slow

Customer: "Have you made the change yet?"
Me: "Sorry, i'm still trying to figure out what layer I put the hyphen on..."
Customer: "..."

#40percenterproblems

I like the minimalist aesthetics of 40% boards but uncertain if I could ascend.  Instead of using specific keys to alternate between layers I always thought it would be cool to connect piano pedals to the board to do this.  I don't know if anyone has tried it but to me this seems logical and especially as a fan of automotive manual transmissions more involving.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Fri, 30 December 2016, 00:32:41
"You need a fullsize keyboard at work"

Challenge accepted.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nr1gx60.jpg)


40% might be a challenge, but using a TKL doesn't slow me down.  using a numpad is slow

Customer: "Have you made the change yet?"
Me: "Sorry, i'm still trying to figure out what layer I put the hyphen on..."
Customer: "..."

#40percenterproblems

I like the minimalist aesthetics of 40% boards but uncertain if I could ascend.  Instead of using specific keys to alternate between layers I always thought it would be cool to connect piano pedals to the board to do this.  I don't know if anyone has tried it but to me this seems logical and especially as a fan of automotive manual transmissions more involving.

Thats an interesting concept. So basically plugging in a second keyboard controller that you could define as the function keys - I wonder if anyone thats into driving sims and has pedals already under their desk could set a locking function layer to "enable" them as function keys when not gaming.

On a practical note, I really do believe you can be a 40% user once you get the layers setup and memorized... I will also say that unless you fully commit to using a 40% across the board, your chances of really adapting it are slim. Its a cool board, though i fear its destined to become a (where the f**k is my tilde?) ~$230 desk ornament.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henz on Fri, 30 December 2016, 02:20:21
logitech rubbercrap

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xsBa5Rn.gif)


i forgot to bring a keyboard to work =) had to cope with whatever was available, big problem when my layout are usually pre flashed on whatever keyboard i bring =)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Yotaka on Fri, 30 December 2016, 03:08:18
Recently I got an ergonomics keycoard from a friend, it s called X-bows, a new brand.
I have to say it s amazing after a week when I get used to it. I dont need to squeeze my fingers and hand position
on standard keyboard, my hand and fingers put on the natural position which it where it suppose to be.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Fri, 30 December 2016, 12:27:47
logitech rubbercrap

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xsBa5Rn.gif)


i forgot to bring a keyboard to work =) had to cope with whatever was available, big problem when my layout are usually pre flashed on whatever keyboard i bring =)

Yeah, I understand you, it has happen to me multiple times. I just do not want to leave one of my babies at the office.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 30 December 2016, 12:40:52
Dis one

(https://i.imgur.com/JRcHJbC.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 30 December 2016, 13:17:21
Dis one

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JRcHJbC.jpg)


Love the orange accents on the right.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Fri, 30 December 2016, 15:08:51
An acrylic Clueboard I just finished. First time with Gateron blacks & also first time with this "FC660M" type layout. It's not bad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShawnMeg on Fri, 30 December 2016, 17:36:16
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HerrVoennchen on Fri, 30 December 2016, 17:38:13
Cherry KC 1000 until my CM Pro S replacement arrives tomorrow :)

Now on my CM Pro S. It arrived on the last day of the year :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rabbitfire on Fri, 30 December 2016, 20:44:49
- Corsair K70 Lux Brown sw with Carbon GMK set for gaming
- Filco Masjestouch Convertible 2 Blue sw with SA Nantucket set for typing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Fri, 30 December 2016, 23:11:53
Finishing making this guy tonight. (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161231/4b10cdac480aceb8fe7addac21e7c38e.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Fri, 30 December 2016, 23:13:44
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161231/63ef0b2730e1f0d4ffbd81ce00c82330.jpg)

Finished this guy a few nights ago. (Also lined the new case with 3M rubber damping, now silent).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kmba on Sat, 31 December 2016, 00:06:56
Plain white non-led pok3r.  My only board with mx blues, and I just like typing on it  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:16:56
Done
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170101/6f76a1b004352f89061387a88c9edd97.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: agHalides on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:22:46
Done
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170101/6f76a1b004352f89061387a88c9edd97.jpg)

Holy cow! I love it. I'm a sucker for 60%- not to mention the HHKB layout. How'd you craft that wooden plate?


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: agHalides on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:23:16
Done
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170101/6f76a1b004352f89061387a88c9edd97.jpg)

Holy cow! I love it. I'm a sucker for 60%- not to mention the HHKB layout. How'd you craft that wooden plate?


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:27:49



Holy cow! I love it. I'm a sucker for 60%- not to mention the HHKB layout. How'd you craft that wooden plate?


Laminating Cherry Wood (10mil) on to Acrylic. Then laser cutting it on a 30W laser. After that, staining and laquer. Since I was using costar stabilizers, I had to reinforce at the bottom of the plate with some epoxy on the bottom so it would not crack (likely not an issue if I had used Cherry Plate Mount - which my plate design supports). Also, put some Sugru in some places between the plate and PCB to silence the keyboard more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: agHalides on Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:44:12
Damn, that's impressive! My goal this year is a to build something from scratch too :) glad there's plenty of talent 'round here


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Sat, 31 December 2016, 21:58:57
Back on the model-M after a few months on the HHKB. Something about the BS switches always pull me back in, especially when I have a lot of typing to get done
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Mon, 02 January 2017, 10:53:51
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: falkentyne on Mon, 02 January 2017, 14:03:30
Ducky Year of the Monkey RGB with Cherry MX Blues, and an iKBC F108 with MX blues

(http://i.imgur.com/jiBZEhx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 02 January 2017, 14:49:53
Finishing making this guy tonight.
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161231/4b10cdac480aceb8fe7addac21e7c38e.jpg)


Do you cut that plate yourself?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Mon, 02 January 2017, 14:55:31

Do you cut that plate yourself?

Yes, yes I did. On one of the laser cutters at the Dallas Makerspace. It's basically just a HHKB'd version of the Infinity 60% plate design. I just made an SVG version for laser cutting, kept the same features such as Cherry/Alps compatibility and Costar or Cherry Plate Mount for stabilizers. Just based my SVG model off of their STEP model.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 02 January 2017, 23:43:40

Do you cut that plate yourself?

Yes, yes I did. On one of the laser cutters at the Dallas Makerspace. It's basically just a HHKB'd version of the Infinity 60% plate design. I just made an SVG version for laser cutting, kept the same features such as Cherry/Alps compatibility and Costar or Cherry Plate Mount for stabilizers. Just based my SVG model off of their STEP model.

It is the second one I see with 6u spacebar, did you bend your wire yourself, as well?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ambalek on Tue, 03 January 2017, 06:22:52
About a week ago I finished building yet another Satan GH60: Gateron reds (black on stabilized keys), Zealio stabilizers, steel plate from mekanisk.co, black Pok3r case, Pexon cable. In the background you can see my RAMA M4-A which has Gateron blacks and Cozmosis Red Splatter caps. I haven't used linear switches before, but I really like the feel of linear with metal plates/cases.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Tue, 03 January 2017, 09:44:45



It is the second one I see with 6u spacebar, did you bend your wire yourself, as well?

For this one, yes. Only the spacebar through. I have some rounded pliers from jewelry making and Alps only require simple bends. Plus, like no one sells these.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: algernon on Tue, 03 January 2017, 11:37:29
Typing this on a Keyboardio Model 01 prototype. Not my daily driver yet, because it's a janky prototype, the firmware is missing essential functionality, and my daily driver is used for work. But at home, I'm trying to get a better feel of it.

(https://asylum.madhouse-project.org/assets/asylum/images/posts/model01-prototype/prototype.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Tue, 03 January 2017, 14:10:18
Crucify me if you want, but I'm using a Kesingston Keyboard for Life. Yeah the $10 one with the ridiculous name. I returned my HHKB Lite2 earlier today because I realized this feels JUST LIKE IT. and it has a numpad and Fn keys! Amazing. Probably won't ever get use once my K65 makes it. Actually I might bring it to work since my $30 Aula with knockoff Blues I use at work is starting to fail
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 03 January 2017, 14:22:21
Crucify me if you want, but I'm using a Kesingston Keyboard for Life. Yeah the $10 one with the ridiculous name.

I won't crucify you. I think I already said my peace on it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 03 January 2017, 15:46:31
HHKB Lite2

Well there's your issue right there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Tue, 03 January 2017, 17:09:48
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: leehwtsohg on Wed, 04 January 2017, 13:59:07
Usually, at work I use my IBM model F. But now, in the coffee shop, I'm using my newly built jd40!!!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 04 January 2017, 16:29:24
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 04 January 2017, 19:57:16
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clappingcactus on Wed, 04 January 2017, 21:00:48
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 04 January 2017, 21:10:33
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clappingcactus on Wed, 04 January 2017, 21:38:17
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:

Absolutely (would be cool to finally try alps keyboards for me)! I'm free the last two weekends of this month and also most weekends next month, depending on when you and kiwi are free?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 04 January 2017, 22:46:38
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:

Absolutely (would be cool to finally try alps keyboards for me)! I'm free the last two weekends of this month and also most weekends next month, depending on when you and kiwi are free?
I'm mostly free all da time, I'm a Carleton student.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 04 January 2017, 23:03:25
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:

Absolutely (would be cool to finally try alps keyboards for me)! I'm free the last two weekends of this month and also most weekends next month, depending on when you and kiwi are free?
I'm mostly free all da time, I'm a Carleton student.

As am I. First day back tomorrow already!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Wed, 04 January 2017, 23:39:11
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:

Absolutely (would be cool to finally try alps keyboards for me)! I'm free the last two weekends of this month and also most weekends next month, depending on when you and kiwi are free?
I'm mostly free all da time, I'm a Carleton student.

As am I. First day back tomorrow already!
And I'll be missing class flying across the country


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Thu, 05 January 2017, 00:30:22
Your Whitefox pics inspired me to swap in my Aria with variable clears - love this board! Cant beat the photos you got, so going for some night mode:
(http://i.imgur.com/SeHJrmx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/91nxpDA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TYzMJlo.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: welshraccoon on Thu, 05 January 2017, 04:09:01
I'm using my Ducky Shine 5 RGB White Edition. Year of the Goat space bar and a feeble attempt at making it some kind of SNES,N64 combination of colours :D [attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Thu, 05 January 2017, 06:30:49
Usually, at work I use my IBM model F. But now, in the coffee shop, I'm using my newly built jd40!!!

That just calls for bringing that model F (bonus points for F122) with GPD into that coffee shop :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 05 January 2017, 15:16:36
Back to the GH60 rev c again. Even in daylight these beige PBT caps just don't photograph with the proper color.
[attach=1] [attach=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Thu, 05 January 2017, 15:17:12
Finally I'm not typing on a complete piece of garbage! My K65 is here at last. Man oh man I can not wait to ditch these keycaps. Might as well be in Comic Sans IMO. Also there's an angry Jupiter sitting on it.

(http://i.imgur.com/35xdq1A.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eratic on Thu, 05 January 2017, 21:40:45
Finally I'm not typing on a complete piece of garbage! My K65 is here at last. Man oh man I can not wait to ditch these keycaps. Might as well be in Comic Sans IMO. Also there's an angry Jupiter sitting on it.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/35xdq1A.jpg)


^what keycaps do you plan on getting?

Checking in with my first mech. Cosair Strafe w/ browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CoolGrayAJ on Fri, 06 January 2017, 01:45:15
HHKB for travel
Realforce RGB for home
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: apricot on Fri, 06 January 2017, 02:54:30
Typing on a CM Storm QuickFire TK Stealth. It's ISO-Nordic and has MX Brown switches. I'm testing it to see that it works properly before I clean it and attempt to sell it online.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gmmjohn on Sat, 07 January 2017, 17:01:21
Just copped my first 60% board for gaming, been using a Blackwidow Ultimate w/ MX Blues since 2012. While the switches were fine, the thing took up far too much desk space, and I wanted to start getting different keysets; I especially want to try DSA. Just picked up a KBP V60 w/ gateron reds and they're fantastic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 08 January 2017, 13:12:57
Yeah still using the same keyboard.
(http://i.imgur.com/5dwQKgI.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hammelgammler on Sun, 08 January 2017, 14:34:11
Still using my IBM Model F Unsaver, and probably ever will unless I get something special.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Sun, 08 January 2017, 19:52:44
Still using my IBM Model F Unsaver, and probably ever will unless I get something special.

So, did it get the full restoration treatment yet, or is it as you got it? :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BOK on Mon, 09 January 2017, 03:17:46
i love 1800...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Mon, 09 January 2017, 04:11:26
currently this one:
(http://i.imgur.com/MFQRUO6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OeSBS7C.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4AI1cGc.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clappingcactus on Mon, 09 January 2017, 09:07:47
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:

Absolutely (would be cool to finally try alps keyboards for me)! I'm free the last two weekends of this month and also most weekends next month, depending on when you and kiwi are free?
I'm mostly free all da time, I'm a Carleton student.

As am I. First day back tomorrow already!
And I'll be missing class flying across the country


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

How does Sunday the 15th sound? Maybe we could do a little afternoon-ish thing for lunch?

Also, I'm a uOttawa grad student! So I'll be the odd one out. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Mon, 09 January 2017, 10:03:59
Repost. TX-75 with lubed 78g zealios.
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 11 January 2017, 21:31:46
White Fox v1.1 (most recent drop) with Gateron Browns.

Just got it yesterday.

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/yr1mknhf1/DSC07563.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/3y4bgcdm5/DSC07566.jpg)

Show Image
(https://s28.postimg.org/r0uufif3h/DSC07570.jpg)


nice pics  :thumb: til there is another gh'r in ottawa  :confused:

Thanks!  And yeah... I thought maybe there'd be more since there's been so much high-tech in Ottawa but have yet to meet anyone.

Sounds like an Ottawa get together is long overdue if there are three of us.

edit: I know so many people IRL that use mechanical keyboards exclusively, but none that modify them enough to be on GH. :(

I'd be down. I have some keyboards people may like to try out (as you can see in the sig).  :cool:

Absolutely (would be cool to finally try alps keyboards for me)! I'm free the last two weekends of this month and also most weekends next month, depending on when you and kiwi are free?
I'm mostly free all da time, I'm a Carleton student.

As am I. First day back tomorrow already!
And I'll be missing class flying across the country


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

How does Sunday the 15th sound? Maybe we could do a little afternoon-ish thing for lunch?

Also, I'm a uOttawa grad student! So I'll be the odd one out. :(

How's your first week back going? UofO huh... better make sure my keyboards are ISO   :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Wed, 11 January 2017, 23:44:10
(http://i.imgur.com/YNEf7cK.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blek on Thu, 12 January 2017, 20:55:15
(http://i.imgur.com/GBQHSE5.jpg)

I've had this gal for almost a year now and she's been treating me just fine  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sun, 15 January 2017, 11:59:18
(http://i.imgur.com/IVEPstE.jpg)

KUL ES-87 w/MX Clears, Varmillo light gray PBT caps.  Nice solid feel, high contrast, and the scroll lock and caps lock indicator lights are compatible (not sure why I really care about that).  I'm not missing the LED lighting of the Varmillo, and MX Clears > Gateron Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nickheller on Sun, 15 January 2017, 12:10:41
realforce 87u 55g
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _BMW_M3_ on Sun, 15 January 2017, 17:25:23
Tx-cp w/ acrylic bottom
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wsaile on Sun, 15 January 2017, 17:50:00
Magicforce 68 with Outemu Blues. Very loud.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 21 January 2017, 11:50:27
[attach=1]

TG3 + internal teensy + Soarer's converter + a lot of Enjoy PBT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sun, 22 January 2017, 14:30:07
(Attachment Link)

TG3 + internal teensy + Soarer's converter + a lot of Enjoy PBT

I love that keyboard. Any more info on it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sun, 22 January 2017, 15:29:24
(Attachment Link)

TG3 + internal teensy + Soarer's converter + a lot of Enjoy PBT

I love that keyboard. Any more info on it?

Thanks. It's an Ebay find. More info here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=86219.0).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: majstor on Wed, 25 January 2017, 15:38:28
Cherry G80-3000 from the last century
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bloorocket on Wed, 25 January 2017, 19:26:33
D. Shine 3 with MX blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 26 January 2017, 13:01:28
My endgame board. Topre RealForce RGB with Hypersphere silencing rings and Round 6 Space Cadet keycaps:

(https://deskthority.net/resources/image/36612)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Thu, 26 January 2017, 21:42:34
x-post

(http://imgur.com/Dc76pFK.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Thu, 26 January 2017, 23:26:37
PD-KB300BN (Charcoal black, blank caps) non-USB hub model. Love it love it love it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: czarek on Mon, 30 January 2017, 09:04:20
My endgame board. Topre RealForce RGB with Hypersphere silencing rings and Round 6 Space Cadet keycaps:

Show Image
(https://deskthority.net/resources/image/36612)


Looks neat. Congratulations on reaching your end game :)
I love the idea of this keyboard and it sounds like something you always wanted.

However, it's so far from my ideal keyboard. I only like factory silenced Topre (longer stems, more tactility), either 45G or Variable (loved 55G until my fingers got weak), and only with original Topre keycaps, ideally blanks as I dislike Topre's label designs.
I can't get used to spherical keycaps. I like their looks, and I do own several DSA and SA sets, but only as collectables, they don't fit my typing style.

That got me thinking what would be my end game and I think it could be done, and not that hard if I really bothered. That would be a factory silenced Topre, ideally beige, with blank keycaps and aluminium case (standard plastic cases suck, I get their front ridge and corners shiny very quickly).

So why not bother? I like to change from time to time. And I constantly rotate my MX Blue, MX Brown, MX Red and Topre boards. I also use my Vintage Black Ergodox from time to time and PCB mounted 62G Zealios GH60 when traveling. Oh and I must not forget about Model F AT that I use with my old IBM Valuepoint (486 SX) and white Space Invaders in my Amiga 500, but those are exotics and very rarely used (no time playing old games :().
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RELLIK on Mon, 30 January 2017, 09:16:50
KUL red makeover complete.
(http://i.imgur.com/UVVJzmL.jpg)
For now....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 30 January 2017, 11:21:09
Just a Korean classic with AT101 caps.

(http://i.imgur.com/5U2Nbao.jpg)

I probably paid $140~ total for both the Leading Edge DC-3014 and the Dell AT101 these caps came from. Feels good man.

There was that one listing for a DC-3014 that sold for $59.99 on eBay a few months back though. Luckky~ I got mine for $79 or $89. I forget.  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shoneec on Mon, 30 January 2017, 11:52:01
My full custom made keyboard with gateron blacks, and gateron greens on spacebar, delete and escape. Tai hao keycaps.

(https://i.imgur.com/0YTJNB5.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AMongoose on Mon, 30 January 2017, 16:29:19
My full custom made keyboard with gateron blacks, and gateron greens on spacebar, delete and escape. Tai hao keycaps.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/0YTJNB5.jpg)


What is that top plate?? looks kwel!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shoneec on Tue, 31 January 2017, 02:13:15
My full custom made keyboard with gateron blacks, and gateron greens on spacebar, delete and escape. Tai hao keycaps.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/0YTJNB5.jpg)


What is that top plate?? looks kwel!

It's my custom made. 4mm cast white acrylic UV printed. I posted my full buildlog here with process, but didnt gain any traction :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Tue, 31 January 2017, 03:09:27
(http://i.imgur.com/Ok62jFi.jpg)

Board i put together for my wife actually... now i'm just giving it the run to smooth all the keys out and make sure the lube settles a bit on the spacebar. All "jailhouse" blues with brass wire, lubed, stickered, modified plate for correct stab width, sanded and painted plate, LED swapped, and a new set of caps..and twice desoldered/soldered to get it perfect. I put so many  hours into this silly old Leopold. I will say though this thing feels really good now. I hope she's happy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yuppie on Tue, 31 January 2017, 04:54:02
fc660c
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Swims on Tue, 31 January 2017, 07:47:02
Work: Minivan, standard layout with Gateron Blacks
Home: I rotate a lot, but currently a POK3R with greens
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: krumbprone on Tue, 31 January 2017, 12:33:28
I was looking to get a Vortex Poker 3 with clears, but none were available to buy at the time.  I ended up with the Vortex Core.  It's so compact and portable and feels great to type on.  The layout is slowly sinking in.  It does take a bit to adjust to using less keys and going to layers and modifiers.  Coming from iKBC F104 full size, this definitely was a challenge.  The new keyboard feels so premium compared to other boards I've used.  I don't know if it is my first experience with the cherry mx clears or dsa key caps, but it just oozes quality to me.  I love this thing. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcoffin1981 on Wed, 01 February 2017, 13:15:36
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Ok62jFi.jpg)


Board i put together for my wife actually... now i'm just giving it the run to smooth all the keys out and make sure the lube settles a bit on the spacebar. All "jailhouse" blues with brass wire, lubed, stickered, modified plate for correct stab width, sanded and painted plate, LED swapped, and a new set of caps..and twice desoldered/soldered to get it perfect. I put so many  hours into this silly old Leopold. I will say though this thing feels really good now. I hope she's happy.

Very lovely.  I've found Leopold to be great out of the box with no mods and use it as my daily.  I have an FC660 as my daily board.  No ping, stable and quality keycaps, and good build quality.  I think I'm ready to retire from lubing and soldering.  To heck with Vortex.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 01 February 2017, 14:00:50
The only modern OEM board I own.

(http://i.imgur.com/JA11d0Z.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Wed, 01 February 2017, 16:13:47
[attachimg=1]

Currently my Deck Francium Pro 87 W/ MX Browns and Midnight DCS Keycap set with a few Artisans mixed in.

Really liking the Midnight DCS set on this board the ABS feels better on MX Browns than thicker PBT does IMO and I moved the stock PBT caps to a Pok3r board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: En_Ex on Wed, 01 February 2017, 18:39:27
Realforce 87u 55g. My first Topre and second mech. I'm in love.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Thu, 02 February 2017, 08:50:09
(https://i.imgur.com/5HsrJZ2.jpg)

Got the Wooting One analogue keyboard today. Time to beta test this puppy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lakluster on Fri, 03 February 2017, 13:33:27
Work: Whitefox with Cherry Clears
Home: Redscarf 96 with Vintage Cherry Blacks

Tactile feel at work while coding and smooth as butter linear at home on the gaming comp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CapnHighlands on Sat, 04 February 2017, 09:12:49
I'm using my custom Gateron Blacks with Ice Cap SA. Unfortunately, I think I like DSA more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snips on Sat, 04 February 2017, 22:58:59
Currently using a Corsair Strafe that I've modified a bit. Removed the LEDS, swapped the Red switches for blues. Possibly going to be swapping over to a cheap Tomoko for the tenkeyless design, and beefing it up a bit by adding some genuine Cherry MX blues and throwing some PBT keycaps on it. Partially want it just for the standard layout. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yuppie on Sun, 05 February 2017, 01:48:51
fc660c -- need moar artisan keps
(http://i.imgur.com/ZT4TFLA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Sun, 05 February 2017, 01:56:37
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/5HsrJZ2.jpg)


Got the Wooting One analogue keyboard today. Time to beta test this puppy.

>kinesis hidden on the side


 :eek: why is it so neglected?  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ntw on Mon, 06 February 2017, 01:20:39
Tx-cp w/ acrylic bottom

don't just tease!! show us pics please!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Mon, 06 February 2017, 14:31:03
(http://i.imgur.com/Jc2pYNc.jpg)

Deciding which should get the DooM cap
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 06 February 2017, 14:39:07
GH60 <3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Mon, 06 February 2017, 18:56:57
ghetto puke switch TKL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Mon, 06 February 2017, 22:08:27
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170207/934ee320d1e41484d845873887b5f628.jpg)

JTK Sophomore
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Tue, 07 February 2017, 09:45:34
Beater board while packing and moving.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: paulscr on Wed, 08 February 2017, 14:15:47
My brand new filco m2 - full size.

Tried tenkeyless - but found my right hand searching for the numpad and enter key - must be a deep rooted memory from my desktop days 

Also tried pbt key caps, but didn't like the feel / balance compared to filco caps. Think I'm the only human who is not a fan of the PBTs.

And lastly - I tried O-rings to dampen the sound - again - I didn't like the 'interference'

So I'm back to a pure filco - full size.

Love it.



Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Thu, 09 February 2017, 02:41:37
Beater board while packing and moving.

lol at calling this a beater

a real beater is my kens keyboard for life  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tekteq on Thu, 09 February 2017, 13:36:49
Ideazon Merc Stealth, got it when it was released in (I think) 2008. Don't think they were sold a lot. Product was scrapped when Steelseries acquired Ideazon, who were most famous for their Z-Boards.
(http://i.imgur.com/TuGXPpB.jpg)

Will replace it very soon with something below-75%-ish, don't know which one yet though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ANightOnCloudNine on Fri, 10 February 2017, 02:06:01
Ideazon Merc Stealth, got it when it was released in (I think) 2008. Don't think they were sold a lot. Product was scrapped when Steelseries acquired Ideazon, who were most famous for their Z-Boards.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/TuGXPpB.jpg)


Will replace it very soon with something below-75%-ish, don't know which one yet though.
thats like a keyboard ud see an alien use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tekteq on Fri, 10 February 2017, 22:46:41
Ideazon Merc Stealth, got it when it was released in (I think) 2008. Don't think they were sold a lot. Product was scrapped when Steelseries acquired Ideazon, who were most famous for their Z-Boards.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/TuGXPpB.jpg)


Will replace it very soon with something below-75%-ish, don't know which one yet though.
thats like a keyboard ud see an alien use.
I'm quite small with a large torso, so you might be on to something ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sat, 11 February 2017, 02:17:57
My full custom made keyboard with gateron blacks, and gateron greens on spacebar, delete and escape. Tai hao keycaps.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/0YTJNB5.jpg)


Nice! Gateron Blacks rock. What are all those little tiles under the keys, though? Are they just artsy-craftsy, or do they actually do something?

Speaking of black switches, I'm using my Steelseries 6Gv2 with MX Blacks, since my wife and son just went to bed and my Unicomp Ultra Classic's too loud. (Well, you asked.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: theMole27 on Sat, 11 February 2017, 05:40:33
Corsair Strafe with Reds
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sun, 12 February 2017, 05:03:50
I'm back to using my workhouse again, the Topre Realforce 88UB. I haven't been home a lot lately and have primarily been typing on my Lenovo laptop (which, to be fair, has a pretty decent keyboard for laptop). But man, every time I've been away from my Realforce and come back, I just can't help but smile. This board is just that good. I've had it for about 14 months now and there are still moments where I'm sitting at my desk, thinking about how much I love this freakin' board.  ;D

It is an expensive product, but there are zero hints of buyers remorse here. Worth every penny!  :thumb:

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Profilings.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atsession on Sun, 12 February 2017, 16:27:52
(http://i.imgur.com/MVxjr4N.jpg)

Leopold FC750R with Cherry MX Browns and SA Ice caps.
New to mech keyboards, and kinda frustrated with the lack of quality key caps available in different colors. :(
But still having fun, looking into building a WKL soon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Sun, 12 February 2017, 21:30:27
Working from home this weekend and since i sold off my FC600C i needed something else to put on the laptop:
KBParadise V80 w/ vintage cream dampened ALPS. Made the 18 hours of on-call work I did in the last 36 hours bearable.... kinda.
(http://i.imgur.com/etcja8w.jpg?2)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sun, 12 February 2017, 21:46:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/MVxjr4N.jpg)


Leopold FC750R with Cherry MX Browns and SA Ice caps.
New to mech keyboards, and kinda frustrated with the lack of quality key caps available in different colors. :(
But still having fun, looking into building a WKL soon.

How are you liking those ice caps?! I was eyeballing those for a while.

Also, currently using

(http://i.imgur.com/36vl9FN.jpg)

MK Disco with 67G Zealios switches and Ducky side printed PBT keycaps.

AND

(http://i.imgur.com/93Fyzs3.jpg)

White Ducky One TKL RGB that I just installed Gateron Reds in, and have a black and white theme on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dyaems on Sun, 12 February 2017, 22:34:39
Semi old pic but this is what I use in my office.

Novatouch with JTK WoB and EnjoyPBT CMYK dyesub

(http://i.imgur.com/N76jsFy.jpg)

look at those shiny keys... :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Sun, 12 February 2017, 22:44:08
I had to move away from black caps because i dont like that uneven shine. If the whole set looks glossy thats a different story.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evilpacket on Mon, 13 February 2017, 02:35:27
vintage mx blacks in both dayummmmmm
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Mon, 13 February 2017, 02:43:12
dayuuuuuuuum evilpacket whats that there hhkb lookin one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evilpacket on Mon, 13 February 2017, 09:24:26
dayuuuuuuuum evilpacket whats that there hhkb lookin one.

quite tasty for sure.
its not a hhkb layout but its a custom 60%. rockin the winkeyless b.faceR pcb with lubed vintage mx blacks in them, 55g in the character row, the rest 62g.

both boards are pimped out with a new blank dsa cap set that I copped from a GB that a community member called 린x3 (Linx3) did. around 30 bucks for a full pbt set. not bad at all
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atsession on Mon, 13 February 2017, 09:52:54

How are you liking those ice caps?! I was eyeballing those for a while.
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Yeah, they're great. I'd buy again.  Definitely a thicker sounding knock on each keypress than the stock key caps.
Too bad there aren't any more SA caps in stock right now on pimpmykeyboard.  Watching Massdrop like a hawk for new SA drops.  Bummed I missed out on the Godspeed keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hanjin on Tue, 14 February 2017, 06:30:35
fc660m with Korean keycaps

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: D4rk_mVidia on Tue, 14 February 2017, 14:35:15
The Microsoft SideWinder X4 again :D
Had the Corsair Strafe RGB, BlackWidow X Chroma and three CM MasterKeys Pro L with MX Browns, but the masterkeys have problems with ping sound.
In Germany we don't have so many options and the best keyboard is the Ducky 6 I think but it costs 200€ here.
 
Don't know which Keyboard I should try
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evilpacket on Wed, 15 February 2017, 03:02:34
typing vid of the two keyboards that I own

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Wed, 15 February 2017, 05:43:03
In Germany we don't have so many options
lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Thu, 16 February 2017, 17:57:57
(http://i.imgur.com/hx2Az9z.jpg)


God damn  I love this thing. Made me remember I just can't get down with MX.
But, I will soon replace it with a 103 key for the longer spacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 16 February 2017, 18:11:17
[attach=1]

Found it NIB still taped to the Styrofoam. My first Blue logo with drainage channels. Running it through an external Teensy with Soarer's so I can have on-board volume control.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 16 February 2017, 21:07:03
(Attachment Link)

Found it NIB still taped to the Styrofoam. My first Blue logo with drainage channels. Running it through an external Teensy with Soarer's so I can have on-board volume control.

Cool beans! You'd never guess what I am using! Oh wait! I'm still using it! 1392595.
(http://i.imgur.com/CZk5LLc.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 16 February 2017, 21:53:19
But, I will soon replace it with a 103 key for the longer spacebar.

If you're not aware, you can do it yourself (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=67076.0).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Fri, 17 February 2017, 02:01:14
But, I will soon replace it with a 103 key for the longer spacebar.

If you're not aware, you can do it yourself (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=67076.0).

Haha, funny thing... I was gonna do that, then my gf said she wanted one of my keyboard because she loves the buckling spring sound. (her mom was a programmer with a model m) It was also a USB one cause I got it from Amazon. I am gonna get the 103 key PS2 one, swap the tux keys and switched caps/ctrl onto it and be all set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Fri, 17 February 2017, 13:52:04
I have many many keyboards

last few months, Ive been alternating between the Atreus, Atreus62, G80-11900, SSK, GON60, HHKBpro2, and my infinity ErgoDox , and honestly, I keep going back to this Inifinty ErgoDox, my hands hurt less with them, i like how i customized the switches on them

As pictured

Infinity ErgoDox
Brown Gaterons with 68g springs, thick lubed (my favorite combo)
Thick POM Keycaps from a Cherry G80-11900, rest of keys with DSA PBT, come at me bro
Noko saddle tan custom height palm rests
COLEMAK
G602 mice, one for work, one for home, Mouse in center layout, arms apart

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3925/32956509915_fe4af5d8dd_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SdfJdc)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kiwi99 on Fri, 17 February 2017, 14:28:30
I have many many keyboards

last few months, Ive been alternating between the Atreus, Atreus62, G80-11900, SSK, GON60, HHKBpro2, and my infinity ErgoDox , and honestly, I keep going back to this Inifinty ErgoDox, my hands hurt less with them, i like how i customized the switches on them

As pictured

Infinity ErgoDox
Brown Gaterons with 68g springs, thick lubed (my favorite combo)
Thick POM Keycaps from a Cherry G80-11900, rest of keys with DSA PBT, come at me bro
Noko saddle tan custom height palm rests
COLEMAK
G602 mice, one for work, one for home, Mouse in center layout, arms apart

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3925/32956509915_fe4af5d8dd_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SdfJdc)

tape a mouse to each ergodox half then you've got endgame tbqh imo
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Fri, 17 February 2017, 14:32:24
I have many many keyboards

last few months, Ive been alternating between the Atreus, Atreus62, G80-11900, SSK, GON60, HHKBpro2, and my infinity ErgoDox , and honestly, I keep going back to this Inifinty ErgoDox, my hands hurt less with them, i like how i customized the switches on them

As pictured

Infinity ErgoDox
Brown Gaterons with 68g springs, thick lubed (my favorite combo)
Thick POM Keycaps from a Cherry G80-11900, rest of keys with DSA PBT, come at me bro
Noko saddle tan custom height palm rests
COLEMAK
G602 mice, one for work, one for home, Mouse in center layout, arms apart

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3925/32956509915_fe4af5d8dd_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SdfJdc)

tape a mouse to each ergodox half then you've got endgame tbqh imo

love it, ill make an expony resin mold and merge them together LOL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 17 February 2017, 15:23:48
Today I rotated out of my bare F-122 and brought in my Omnikey 101 with pseudo orange Alps. I really like this one, possibly as much as or more than its blue Alps brother.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 18 February 2017, 16:59:57
[attach=1]

FedEx dropped this off this morning. Put a Teensy inside w/Soarer's and I'm now enjoying the Model F goodness.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rykno on Sat, 18 February 2017, 19:10:44
V60 mini using 65g lubed Browns (poor man's feelios) with front print PBT

waiting on a friend who is building me a FaceW with 67g Zeals/Zealencios to go with my GMK set  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corsa1r on Sat, 18 February 2017, 20:00:44
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3925/32956509915_fe4af5d8dd_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SdfJdc)

Wow, that Transistor figure is really cool. I may have to pick one up myself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rykno on Sun, 19 February 2017, 00:54:24
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3925/32956509915_fe4af5d8dd_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SdfJdc)

Wow, that Transistor figure is really cool. I may have to pick one up myself.

haha I like the pens on your mic shock mount. really hand for taking notes!!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: C7Kinetic on Sun, 19 February 2017, 02:06:20
(http://i.imgur.com/6I7aEMk.jpg)

Using a VA68M that I put together with MX Silent Reds. I really love this look with the RAMA keycap
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sun, 19 February 2017, 03:55:25
A Key Tronic Lifetime Series Classic U2, so I won't wake my wife:


(https://unicus2010.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/classic-black3.jpg)


(http://www.geek.com/xyzimages/stories/reviewimages/keytronics/lde_009.jpg)


What? You guys consider yourselves keyboard experts—and you didn't know these were the best keyboards in the world? (LOL)

They really make you appreciate MKs, BTW.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Entropia on Mon, 20 February 2017, 14:27:39
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/MVxjr4N.jpg)


Leopold FC750R with Cherry MX Browns and SA Ice caps.
New to mech keyboards, and kinda frustrated with the lack of quality key caps available in different colors. :(
But still having fun, looking into building a WKL soon.

Isn't that "S" keycap rotated 180º?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SirPony on Mon, 20 February 2017, 15:18:09
MR.Gon's 60%, pretty old board now, may need a new one soon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Mon, 20 February 2017, 16:36:09
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/MVxjr4N.jpg)


Leopold FC750R with Cherry MX Browns and SA Ice caps.
New to mech keyboards, and kinda frustrated with the lack of quality key caps available in different colors. :(
But still having fun, looking into building a WKL soon.

Isn't that "S" keycap rotated 180º?

oh damn youre right
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: babyphil on Mon, 20 February 2017, 19:33:53
KBP V60 with 62g Zealios switches and purple LEDs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daveling8 on Mon, 20 February 2017, 23:13:44
WhiteFox (TrueFox layout) with 65g lubed zealios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sgtpopwell on Tue, 21 February 2017, 06:13:09
My trusty Filco MJ TKL as I write this, though I plan to rotate it out soon as I have plans for it.

The keyboard I've been keeping at work is a KUL ES-87 with MX greens (yes I work alone) which is equipped with SA Chronicler. I love that board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Tue, 21 February 2017, 07:54:06
A Key Tronic Lifetime Series Classic U2, so I won't wake my wife:


Show Image
(https://unicus2010.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/classic-black3.jpg)



Show Image
(http://www.geek.com/xyzimages/stories/reviewimages/keytronics/lde_009.jpg)



What? You guys consider yourselves keyboard experts—and you didn't know these were the best keyboards in the world? (LOL)

They really make you appreciate MKs, BTW.

Nice keyboard. And I am not joking. I had the exact one for several years and it had the best feel of any rubber dome keyboard I had ever used at that time. And it was only like $49 or something like that. Seriously, that Keytronic had a really good feeling keystroke, even with its ergonomic variable switch weights. I did find it a little louder than most rubber domes though. I was close to buying another but was worried that Keytronic may not be putting the same quality control into their keyboards that they used to, so I held off.

Picture of my current work keyboard, a WASD V2 with clears:
[attachimg=1]

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cropzy on Tue, 21 February 2017, 11:53:46
Just made the jump from a black QFR to a hhkb 2.

No going back now....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: guotastic on Tue, 21 February 2017, 16:07:17
just started with a das ultimate!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: catawalks on Wed, 22 February 2017, 21:22:44
A Dell AT101W that I got impatient and put back together. I'm supposed to wait for a custom backplate and case to ditch the bigfoot shell, but it's taking too long to get here so I just put it back together for now.

(http://i.imgur.com/UAuyjIC.jpg)

And poking in on the side there is my little pet project for the past couple days...reviving an old IBM PS/2 L40SX laptop...hipster level: high
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Wed, 22 February 2017, 22:06:14
"A Key Tronic Lifetime Series Classic U2, so I won't wake my wife:"

Ironically the sound of me clackin' away through the night on my Unicomp helps my gf get to sleep so she encourages me to keep using a buckling spring board. Everybody wins...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Thu, 23 February 2017, 20:47:14
Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)

Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gallowgeek on Fri, 24 February 2017, 07:59:12
I used to own a Corsair K70 keyboard with MX Brown switches but then I wanted to try a Razer keyboard because they are using a proprietary switch. For me, it's kind of good, but I still feel that the quality of the Cherry MX switches are far better, at least, for my preference.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Fri, 24 February 2017, 17:00:51
New Unicomp showed up today  :D Swapped short spacebar for a long one cause i ain't no scrub, and tossed on the green ANSI set. Looks sick. Added extra rubber grippy feet to the bottom. Brings my Model M count to two, and the Advantage is my only MX board left. Life is good  :thumb:

http://i.imgur.com/b66pGlx.jpg

Funny though, that Classic I just got has a build date of 9/9/2016. The Ultra Classic I bought a couple weeks ago was built 2/5/2017 or something!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sun, 26 February 2017, 10:08:26
Currently using this...

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21012705/Desktop/LenovoKB.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zpcomstock17 on Sun, 26 February 2017, 10:56:53
Type Heaven, feels like heaven  ;D.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Viking_Robot on Sun, 26 February 2017, 13:42:32
HHKB Pro 2, Realforce 87.  Waiting on a Duck in the mail :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Abstractions on Sun, 26 February 2017, 13:47:35
Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)


Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)


But... What did she think of it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Sun, 26 February 2017, 16:28:04
Type Heaven, feels like heaven  ;D.

You like yours yeah? I keep thinking about getting one instead of a Hipro, even though the Hipro caps are friggin BALLIN.

Anyone else REALLY REALLY LOVE grey keys? I think it's because it reminds me of my first VAIO desktop from 1996

(http://i.imgur.com/nmYaFFW.jpg)

@ofthewild that's cool and all but my gf stole a model m from me  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Sun, 26 February 2017, 17:04:44
Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)


Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)

Ha!  Very similar.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170226/0b4fd0d4694e922516dd24853d6692d0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sun, 26 February 2017, 23:08:39
A Hansung CHF7 OfficeMaster, uniform 55g capacitive switches, ordered from Korea via Gmarket (http://www.global.gmarket.co.kr/Home/Main):


[attachimg=1]


It's awesome—just as nice as Topre, for half the dough. I'll post a review as soon as there's time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Mon, 27 February 2017, 01:13:46
A Hansung CHF7 OfficeMaster, uniform 55g capacitive switches, ordered from Korea via Gmarket (http://www.global.gmarket.co.kr/Home/Main):


(Attachment Link)


It's awesome—just as nice as Topre, for half the dough. I'll post a review as soon as there's time.

FFFFFFFFFFF dude you're killing me!!!
I just got some fancy earbuds off gmarket, it was so fast it blew my mind.
I was about to buy a hipro but if that is as cheap as you say it should compete with the type heaven in price.... hmmm.... HMMMMMMM...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corsa1r on Mon, 27 February 2017, 12:15:53
A Hansung CHF7 OfficeMaster, uniform 55g capacitive switches, ordered from Korea via Gmarket (http://www.global.gmarket.co.kr/Home/Main):


(Attachment Link)


It's awesome—just as nice as Topre, for half the dough. I'll post a review as soon as there's time.
I just looked this up, and checked out a video:

It sounds just like a type-s I think!  I may have to look into getting one of those.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Mon, 27 February 2017, 20:17:38
@ofthewild that's cool and all but my gf stole a model m from me  :thumb:

I tried to get her to like my type-f but she couldnt get into it, said that she liked the click but it was too big. Thus began the spiral into smaller and smaller boards. Next up she'll want my minivan!

Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)


Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)

Ha!  Very similar.
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170226/0b4fd0d4694e922516dd24853d6692d0.jpg)


Nice! yeah that looks the same - are those the aerokeys purple gummy mods? they look lighter color.

Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)


Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)


But... What did she think of it?

I dunno, she likes it but i'm waiting for the "i dont know where the keys are because theres no labels" comment. I'll probably try and get my hands on a leopold set.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Mon, 27 February 2017, 20:35:09
@ofthewild that's cool and all but my gf stole a model m from me  :thumb:

I tried to get her to like my type-f but she couldnt get into it, said that she liked the click but it was too big. Thus began the spiral into smaller and smaller boards. Next up she'll want my minivan!

Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)


Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)

Ha!  Very similar.
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170226/0b4fd0d4694e922516dd24853d6692d0.jpg)


Nice! yeah that looks the same - are those the aerokeys purple gummy mods? they look lighter color.

Wife asked if she could use my hhkb because it was "real nice"... so i whipped this up for her to use instead:
http://imgur.com/a/uYCFW
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/lSYo9q8.jpg)


Ended up going with some rf purple sliders in the mods and space... but I tried something new that i've been messing with which is to fill the board with foam for sound deadening. I will say that its an interesting change in the "thunk".

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7wpxLvZ.jpg)


But... What did she think of it?

I dunno, she likes it but i'm waiting for the "i dont know where the keys are because theres no labels" comment. I'll probably try and get my hands on a leopold set.
Mute mallow Key Kollective.

Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 28 February 2017, 08:52:00
[attachimg=1]

Currently back to my Pok3r with MX Clears and BSP caps with a White Warmaster on the ESC Key.  I love using this keyboard and would use it all the time were it not for the Clears on occasion causing pain in the hands and arms.  Really love the White backlighting on the white metal case also...so not into the RGB craze going on right now.

Do forgive the slight mess, I truly need to organize my desk area a bit better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: y11971alex on Tue, 28 February 2017, 10:49:36
I have used my Topre Realforce for about five days now, but I'm struggling to continue using it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 28 February 2017, 11:06:40
I have used my Topre Realforce for about five days now, but I'm struggling to continue using it.

I actually ended up selling my 55G Realforce to a fellow member on GH as I didn't love it as much as I thought I would.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Fri, 03 March 2017, 00:33:58
I have used my Topre Realforce for about five days now, but I'm struggling to continue using it.

sell it and use your BS boards
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Melvang on Mon, 06 March 2017, 18:39:46
I think my keyboard weighs more than my laptop.

Traveling for work so not on the desktop.  Yes, I travel with my daily driver.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Mon, 06 March 2017, 22:08:11
I think my keyboard weighs more than my laptop.

Traveling for work so not on the desktop.  Yes, I travel with my daily driver.

(Attachment Link)

Love that board man!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alh84001 on Tue, 07 March 2017, 00:00:35
I think my keyboard weighs more than my laptop.

As it should  ;D

Traveling for work so not on the desktop.  Yes, I travel with my daily driver.

Wow. I would be kind of paranoid that 1) it would get stolen (and worse, discarded, and just the laptop taken), 2) the case would get dented. On the other hand, it is a cold weapon, so it may actually prevent theft :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 07 March 2017, 13:45:21
I think my keyboard weighs more than my laptop.

Traveling for work so not on the desktop.  Yes, I travel with my daily driver.

(Attachment Link)

Love that board man!

Second.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: silverpanda94 on Tue, 07 March 2017, 16:58:43
I'm currently using this Cherry G84 keyboard with Cherry ML switches.  I got it from a recycling center.  I need to give it a good cleaning too as a result.  This is more of an experiment honestly to try out the 75% layout and the ML switches.  I doubt this will be my permanent board.  The white keys mixed in is the result of obtaining a broken white board and a working black board with missing keys.  I might be obtaining a Model M soon though so I'm excited for that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: opensecret on Tue, 07 March 2017, 21:48:44
This just in:[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WhiteHelix on Sat, 18 March 2017, 05:28:23
Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro S with Cherry MX-Red and Tai-Hao 3-Tone ABS Doubleshot Backlit Keycaps.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: drakche on Sun, 19 March 2017, 18:16:46
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170319/78e5749db1122d76fba50a359c16e749.jpg)

Plum87, 55g, Lubed.

Waiting on zFrontier Ashen keyset to complete everything.

I might remove the silencing rings next time I take her apart.


Sent from my Redmi Pro using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Mon, 20 March 2017, 23:58:38
My XMIT 70g bamboo 104-key Hall Effect board (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/xmit-hall-effect-mechanical-keyboard).


[attach=1]


[attach=2]


Sure, MX- and Alps-style boards are great, with their 50-million keypress ratings... I'll see you in a couple of billion presses, personally.  :?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fatpolomanjr on Tue, 21 March 2017, 00:23:55
Atreus 62

(http://i.imgur.com/MgDxtMj.jpg)

MOD-M alphas and MOD-L modifiers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rvense on Tue, 21 March 2017, 07:05:09
Homemade, handwired board with switches and caps from an AEKII:

(http://i.imgur.com/LVQx7b3.jpg)

The dev board controller will be replaced when I make a board to match..

Build photos here. (http://imgur.com/a/5Zq41)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: silverpanda94 on Tue, 21 March 2017, 11:33:04
I just switched to a Realforce RGB.  This is my first Topre board and I'm very happy with it.  I'm a sucker for RGB lighting, and I've always wanted to try a Topre board, so it's pretty much a home run for me.  I'm debating if I should order a PBT keycap set for it though.  I saw that Vortex offers one that supports back lighting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 21 March 2017, 16:13:42
RantoPad MXX RGB Chroma TKL W/ Gateron Reds....gotta admit I'm usually not a huge lover of linear switches but thus far am loving the smoothness of the Gateron reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 21 March 2017, 17:20:56
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170321/e2384ff84475a3c778e2265ef0615af9.jpg)

End game right here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Tue, 21 March 2017, 17:22:19
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170321/e2384ff84475a3c778e2265ef0615af9.jpg)


End game right here.

Hey, you can mash away without a worry, its good to have a couple beater-boards in the lineup. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 21 March 2017, 17:24:27
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170321/e2384ff84475a3c778e2265ef0615af9.jpg)


End game right here.

Hey, you can mash away without a worry, its good to have a couple beater-boards in the lineup. :)
Need an entire keyset with the spacebar texture.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blue_Moon on Tue, 21 March 2017, 17:24:39
i recently picked up two hhkb. one for work (type-s); one for home. they are my second topre board, the first being the leopold f660c. the hhkb is quickly growing on me as the best keyboard.

i've always had the opinion that a new membrane keyboard feels best, but they wear out so quickly. i like the feel of mechanicals, but they hurt my ears, even the silent ones, because i bottom out. i've tried to avoid bottoming out, but it just happens when i type fast while chatting

whatever keyboard i use has got to be 60%. i liked the leopold, but it wasn't exactly 60% :p. i'm liking the hhkb layout a lot!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 22 March 2017, 09:56:17
(http://i.imgur.com/QpS21uk.jpg)

More
(http://i.imgur.com/gQEZfDy.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blurple33 on Wed, 22 March 2017, 12:54:53
HHKB Type S!

The other boards (Pok3r, RS68, RS96, All w/ Zeals) haven't been getting much use ever since this showed up on my doorstep... Topre lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 23 March 2017, 18:54:04
A friend dropped off a goody box. A Compaq g80-11801, 1391401 (x2), a couple of junkers which are already in the trash can, and this NEC APC-H412. These NEC blue oval switches are very nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Thu, 23 March 2017, 19:53:52
Skeletor came to visit me today. I think I like Skeletor.

(http://i.imgur.com/kdwvHCN.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/NExQ714.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Fri, 24 March 2017, 02:24:18
[attachimg=1]



Leximark 1995 1392595 Model M that was missing multiple keycaps. For all you perfectionists - no I don't think it's master craftsmanship, but it was fun to make. I painted the front plate but NO original Model M parts were harmed - the keystems are new ones I bought from Unicomp. The board now has lock lights thanks to Soarer.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rayoui on Fri, 24 March 2017, 02:35:44
(Attachment Link)



Leximark 1995 1392595 Model M that was missing multiple keycaps. For all you perfectionists - no I don't think it's master craftsmanship, but it was fun to make. I painted the front plate but NO original Model M parts were harmed - the keystems are new ones I bought from Unicomp. The board now has lock lights thanks to Soarer.

This may be one of the coolest things I've ever seen.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Fri, 24 March 2017, 12:58:11
(Attachment Link)



Leximark 1995 1392595 Model M that was missing multiple keycaps. For all you perfectionists - no I don't think it's master craftsmanship, but it was fun to make. I painted the front plate but NO original Model M parts were harmed - the keystems are new ones I bought from Unicomp. The board now has lock lights thanks to Soarer.

I don't think anyone planned on criticizing you. This is Datamancer level craftsmanship and pretty amazing to see with a Model M as a base.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Sat, 25 March 2017, 17:35:14
Thank you both for the kind comments! I was a fun project and I feel good that I didn't "destroy" an original Model M. All the original parts were saved intact and the board could be easily reassembled into its original form.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 25 March 2017, 19:51:41
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170321/e2384ff84475a3c778e2265ef0615af9.jpg)


End game right here.

Uh, okay.
I'm still using the same keyboard I have posted over and over and over and over again.  Every time I see this thread I am compelled to say....

THE SAME KEYBOARD I HAVE BEEN USING.

End of rant.  Please resume.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sun, 26 March 2017, 10:05:13
So, I built this last night.

Using a carbon fiber plate with a plastic case and Gat Blacks. Very quiet board.

(http://i.imgur.com/qAp00o1.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/LBRsPYF.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: manna on Sat, 01 April 2017, 10:31:41
A G80-1851. Currently planning to purchase a Leeku 1800 pcb and Gateron black switches to replace the original inner parts.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Sat, 01 April 2017, 16:04:18
kbt pure pro!
so cute, so fun..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Sun, 02 April 2017, 16:33:11
(Attachment Link)



Leximark 1995 1392595 Model M that was missing multiple keycaps. For all you perfectionists - no I don't think it's master craftsmanship, but it was fun to make. I painted the front plate but NO original Model M parts were harmed - the keystems are new ones I bought from Unicomp. The board now has lock lights thanks to Soarer.


This thing is ****ing nuts!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 02 April 2017, 17:19:23
Phantom w/ Easy AVR USB Keyboard firmware

(https://i.imgur.com/dwbdEJa.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Sun, 02 April 2017, 18:03:05
dis one.

(http://i.imgur.com/2hp7xQT.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sun, 02 April 2017, 18:21:52
dis one.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2hp7xQT.jpg)


Nice. That's a gorgeous board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Mon, 03 April 2017, 08:14:21
that cable alone is piece by itself :O
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Mon, 03 April 2017, 08:55:03
dis one.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2hp7xQT.jpg)


Sugar how you get so fly?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dubious on Mon, 03 April 2017, 11:59:04
So, I built this last night.

Using a carbon fiber plate with a plastic case and Gat Blacks. Very quiet board.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qAp00o1.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LBRsPYF.jpg)


One of the stiffest materials combined with one of the softest.... :dogethink:

I'm curious how this feels?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Mon, 03 April 2017, 15:33:19
dis one.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2hp7xQT.jpg)


Sugar how you get so fly?

Dieyabeetus
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Tue, 04 April 2017, 21:29:27
So, I built this last night.

Using a carbon fiber plate with a plastic case and Gat Blacks. Very quiet board.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qAp00o1.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LBRsPYF.jpg)


One of the stiffest materials combined with one of the softest.... :dogethink:

I'm curious how this feels?

Feels relatively soft, but this is more due to the heavier springs than I'm used to with the Gat blacks. Have new 55g springs on the way, and I'll be able to talk more fairly about it then. Also, the stabs I got for it are absolute trash, and I have some better ones coming in soon. This thing is feather light though. Almost feels fake when I pick it up.

The most fun thing about it is how much it throws off other people trying to use my board because I use the 'f' keycaps for the number row to give an extra splash of color.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doluded on Tue, 04 April 2017, 21:41:39
So, I built this last night.

Using a carbon fiber plate with a plastic case and Gat Blacks. Very quiet board.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qAp00o1.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LBRsPYF.jpg)


One of the stiffest materials combined with one of the softest.... :dogethink:

I'm curious how this feels?

Feels relatively soft, but this is more due to the heavier springs than I'm used to with the Gat blacks. Have new 55g springs on the way, and I'll be able to talk more fairly about it then. Also, the stabs I got for it are absolute trash, and I have some better ones coming in soon. This thing is feather light though. Almost feels fake when I pick it up.

The most fun thing about it is how much it throws off other people trying to use my board because I use the 'f' keycaps for the number row to give an extra splash of color.
I didn't even notice that! It looks so nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Severe on Tue, 04 April 2017, 21:53:41
HHKB Pro 2 Black. My first Topre board and it made me instantly look down on my MX boards. The THWOCK hit me and it hit me hard. I thought MX Blacks were my endgame. I was so wrong!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: katushkin on Wed, 05 April 2017, 00:37:39
THE Cherry MX5000. Only board I will ever need. It's so nice...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: speaktobrett on Wed, 05 April 2017, 02:07:22
pls ignore
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Wed, 05 April 2017, 06:41:17
Added the Doubleshot PBT caps from a Deck board to my Pok3r with White LED's and added 70A O rings to the MX Clears and i'm really digging the near silence of it all and the reduced travel makes the Clears far more tolerable.  Could see this being a new favorite as it's been on my desk for a few days now as I wrap up the Rantopad Review.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _haru on Wed, 05 April 2017, 07:51:40
Some Sunsonny membrane keyboard I found of the side of the road. It's not bad but the non-mechanicalness of it is quite annoying :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funderburker on Wed, 05 April 2017, 08:30:56
Yo' mamas
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CapnHighlands on Thu, 06 April 2017, 21:01:18
(https://i.imgur.com/vYYnYEi.jpg)

Just finished it. Gateron Black with FaceW PCB, LaserGist plate, Royal Glam case, DSA keycaps. Couldn't be more excited to have it finished.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 06 April 2017, 22:02:48
Finally got my hands on a FC980M with silent reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Budman on Fri, 07 April 2017, 06:08:18
I can't seem to kick this HP Elite v2 off my desk for past few months. Suits my needs just fine and I fly on it with no wrist pain. Feels like a full size of  their HP EliteBook laptop keyboards. Perfect key travel distance for a scissor switch imo (I'd say about the same as Apple Aluminum) and best low-profile I've ever tried. Just wish it wasn't wireless and it had a caps-lock LED. Actually thinking of buying another to put away.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dubious on Fri, 07 April 2017, 11:27:58
More
(http://i.imgur.com/cZik5gI.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TelFiRE on Sat, 08 April 2017, 04:18:12
No photos on hand at the moment (I'm going to take a bunch of photos of my whole setup after I finalize a few things) but I am using a Ducky One TKL RGB I just got. MX Browns. I also have the Ducky Shine 4 Special Community edition which has clears for the main letters and browns around the edges, but I do like the feel of browns a little better. That said, this Ducky One TKL feels much better than my (also brown) Ducky Shine 3 (which I replaced to go TKL). Was not expecting that, and still not sure why it's the case, possibly the keycaps I guess.

I'm also trying out the Tai-Hao rubber gaming caps that I got from massdrop, but not really sure whether or not I like them. I like the rubber but not so sure about the texture. I'm waiting for a Hammer Starry Artisan keycap but right now my escape key is a cheap key with a Zerg logo on it :p I'm also keeping a sharp eye out for artisan keycap sales because I really love many of the designs and am looking forward to getting somewhat into that hobby. Might try my hand in making a few too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: traktor on Sat, 08 April 2017, 16:43:58
This is what I'm using at work

[attachimg=1 width=800]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 08 April 2017, 16:47:41
This is what I'm using at work

(Attachment Link)


looks super cool..

I bet you're getting all the attention from them geeky females @ wurk no ?

/hahaha
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: traktor on Sat, 08 April 2017, 16:52:23
This is what I'm using at work

(Attachment Link)


looks super cool..

I bet you're getting all the attention from them geeky females @ wurk no ?

/hahaha

I'm only in it for da ladies
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sat, 08 April 2017, 23:55:28
I can't seem to kick this HP Elite v2 off my desk for past few months. Suits my needs just fine and I fly on it with no wrist pain. Feels like a full size of  their HP EliteBook laptop keyboards. Perfect key travel distance for a scissor switch imo (I'd say about the same as Apple Aluminum) and best low-profile I've ever tried. Just wish it wasn't wireless and it had a caps-lock LED. Actually thinking of buying another to put away.

I wish manufacturers would stop putting a function key over by the left control...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gaboris on Sun, 09 April 2017, 16:47:59
Hey y'all! :D

This might seem like I'm trolling, but I'm just trying to leave a mark about my current situation and I'm planning to return after I get a new board to see how things turned out. :)
[attachimg=1]

So yeah, this is my "trusty" Trust GXT 18. It's pretty basic and it was cheap to match, but it still served me well(especially those rubberized keys) for several years even surviving a "deadly spill of milk". Now that I'm working as web developer and my work is getting hindered by the characters pealing off(more like the plastic itself) on some of the keys and because m hands get tired from hitting the hard rubber domes and I hope a light mechanical board can help me with this.

If anyone in interested in my search I made a thread about it here. https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88424.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Tue, 11 April 2017, 10:15:01
POK3R with reds and dye sub DSA/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bleik on Tue, 11 April 2017, 11:11:31
POK3R with reds and dye sub DSA/

so dope... how much did you spend on the dsa keycaps(and where did you buy it)?

got an anne pro and intend to get some dsa
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: audiosl4ve on Tue, 11 April 2017, 11:21:55
Cherry (http://i.imgur.com/TyiI7Ss.jpg) G80-1000HAF with MX Blacks. It had nice feel but to hard for my taste
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Tue, 11 April 2017, 13:36:31
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/vYYnYEi.jpg)


Just finished it. Gateron Black with FaceW PCB, LaserGist plate, Royal Glam case, DSA keycaps. Couldn't be more excited to have it finished.
Great looking board. It is good to see the beautiful symmetry of the HHKB layout emerge in new places with alternative switches to the original Topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Severe on Tue, 11 April 2017, 14:32:21
simple and clean
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 11 April 2017, 15:31:04
simple and clean

All that space and you use your mouse that close to your keyboard.  :-\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Severe on Tue, 11 April 2017, 15:42:26
simple and clean

All that space and you use your mouse that close to your keyboard.  :-\
just that close for the pic

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bucake on Wed, 12 April 2017, 00:55:16
Gateron Black with FaceW PCB, LaserGist plate, Royal Glam case, DSA keycaps.

wow.
can't tell if it's just the lighting or not, but the color of that plate goes so damn well with the wooden case. fantastic colors. +1 for the orange keycap!
immediately one of my favorite boards. the small gap between plate and case is so nice!
kinda jealous actually. :D

This is what I'm using at work

so slick! a beauty
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Wed, 12 April 2017, 01:26:20
A 2006 Unicomp Ultra Classic Model M (black with uniform gray keys), p/n UB40P4A. It's just as solid as a Lexmark M.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Wed, 12 April 2017, 03:56:22
Novatouch, modded to 55g and silenced with dental bands, round 5 keycaps.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 12 April 2017, 04:43:06
currently testing long term effect of my linear, variable weight RSIII Ver.A:

(http://i.imgur.com/b4X60Mt.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/xOqR5Ij.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ndumdr on Thu, 13 April 2017, 23:42:11
CM Storm Quickfire Rapid, Blues. Kind of miss typing on Cherry Brown's nowadays
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funderburker on Fri, 14 April 2017, 05:00:12
currently testing long term effect of my linear, variable weight RSIII Ver.A:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/b4X60Mt.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xOqR5Ij.jpg)


Could you please explain the logic behind that kind of switch placement? Interested how it feels and why that placement and no other.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 14 April 2017, 05:24:08
currently testing long term effect of my linear, variable weight RSIII Ver.A:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/b4X60Mt.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xOqR5Ij.jpg)


Could you please explain the logic behind that kind of switch placement? Interested how it feels and why that placement and no other.

Got the idea from the variable weight realforce.
On this one: mx grey for the strongest fingers (index and middle), gat yellow for ringfinger and gat red for pinky.
And modifiers heavy ofc.

The logic being that the weaker fingers have less force to push a key to counter rsi. Since I like heavy linear I too those for the fingers who can definitely cope with it...

I made the whole board hot-swappable with Holtites so I can easily change layout or switches as I please
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: manna on Fri, 14 April 2017, 16:04:48
Found it on the internet for 14 euro shipped. A bit disappointed, because I assumed this was clicky but it's tactile instead.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Baxter on Fri, 14 April 2017, 18:21:17
(http://i.imgur.com/pKy4TER.jpg)

Custom controller from hasu, the sliders and caps from BunnyLake by Matt3o.

SA and HHBK are an amazing combination, there was a little clack from the excessive freedom of movement in the stabilised keys but after placing some thin strips of ethylene-vinyl acetate foam down on the base plate. The extra resonance in this frankenstein sounds like the most beautiful rainstorm you have ever heard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Fri, 14 April 2017, 19:38:58
Dell KB-522 at work, HP KU-0901 at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mnmlisme on Sat, 15 April 2017, 02:40:28
currently using FILCO ninja TKL red cherry switch at work, and POK3R RGB blue cherry switch at home. Fell in love with 60% and I'm considering of replacing my TKL.

just ordered sabre 68 from originative co, but weirdly enough, I can't find any topic about it here. or did I search the wrong topic? is it any good? I've read about TADA 68 as well, are they the same?

next is trying 40%. either minivan, or vortex core. leaning towards minivan though, because the arrows keys line up nicely (yes, i'm picky in that way lol)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sat, 15 April 2017, 20:12:47
- KUL-ES87 w/MX Clears and Varmillo Light Gray PBT Dyesub caps at home.
- Pok3r non backlit with MX Clears and DSA Dolch/Alt for travel board
- RF87U 55g black incoming from recent drop.  Not sure if I'll have to swap keys (or even where to get them now) due to my **** eyes.

Spares
- Varmilo VA87M w/Gateron Browns and PMK Granite-esque DSA PBT Dyesubs.  Will either gift or sell this board as I dont like the Gateron Browns.
- HHKB Pro 2.  Best feeling board I have ever used but I prefer the Pok3r layout after programming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lzrdwzrd on Sat, 15 April 2017, 20:17:32
Leopold FC660C/EG
(http://i.imgur.com/nzxfhO4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Sun, 16 April 2017, 08:45:40
Dell KB-522 at work, HP KU-0901 at home.

My beloved HP was sacrificed so that my inlaws f'ed up lappy could be used.

Now shopping for another keyboard. (Can you tell I was hurt to let it go?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 17 April 2017, 04:10:08
Using the Velocifire TKL-01 Right now as I will be doing a review on it soon, been covering a lot of budget boards over the last year or so as it's a great entry level way for people to get into the hobby.  Gotta say thus far for the $29.99 asking price i'm fairly impressed putting it into pricing perspective. 


It STILL feels and looks better than a Razer keyboard does :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 17 April 2017, 04:17:44
Dell KB-522 at work, HP KU-0901 at home.

My beloved HP was sacrificed so that my inlaws f'ed up lappy could be used.

Now shopping for another keyboard. (Can you tell I was hurt to let it go?)

didn't even know dante haz female..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Mon, 17 April 2017, 09:44:10
Dell KB-522 at work, HP KU-0901 at home.

My beloved HP was sacrificed so that my inlaws f'ed up lappy could be used.

Now shopping for another keyboard. (Can you tell I was hurt to let it go?)

didn't even know dante haz female..

You could have a female too if you didn't talk like a Ferengi. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 17 April 2017, 10:02:42
Dell KB-522 at work, HP KU-0901 at home.

My beloved HP was sacrificed so that my inlaws f'ed up lappy could be used.

Now shopping for another keyboard. (Can you tell I was hurt to let it go?)

didn't even know dante haz female..

You could have a female too if you didn't talk like a Ferengi. :D

/Ferengi

Humans are perverted, they clothe their females so they can later unclothe them..

hahahahahahahahaha

/trek of the day
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 17 April 2017, 10:25:41
This is what I'm using at work

(Attachment Link)

Interesting design. Did you get a PCB done for it? Or is it hand-wired?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Mon, 17 April 2017, 14:50:05
waiting on the keycaps for my Filco MT2 TKL to dry after cleaning...

so BOOM Rosewill RK9000RE w/ stock keycaps...  y'all are jelly as heck admit it...

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 17 April 2017, 17:45:34
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/pKy4TER.jpg)


Custom controller from hasu, the sliders and caps from BunnyLake by Matt3o.

SA and HHBK are an amazing combination, there was a little clack from the excessive freedom of movement in the stabilised keys but after placing some thin strips of ethylene-vinyl acetate foam down on the base plate. The extra resonance in this frankenstein sounds like the most beautiful rainstorm you have ever heard.

Make video with audio. Do type test. Make me happy. Give it to me I want to hear you type on it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Mon, 17 April 2017, 17:52:15
(http://i.imgur.com/2ofGWvl.jpg)

Mobile setup while having thymoglobulin treatment.  DSA Dolch on Pok3r.  Best DSA I have (and that I have ever seen).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Mon, 17 April 2017, 18:20:14
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2ofGWvl.jpg)


Mobile setup while having thymoglobulin treatment.  DSA Dolch on Pok3r.  Best DSA I have (and that I have ever seen).

Nice set man, I also want dolch! Hang in there, good luck.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Mon, 17 April 2017, 18:30:22
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/2ofGWvl.jpg)


Mobile setup while having thymoglobulin treatment.  DSA Dolch on Pok3r.  Best DSA I have (and that I have ever seen).

Nice set man, I also want dolch! Hang in there, good luck.

Thanks for the well wishes and compliment.  Bastages at PMK sent me an email a couple of weeks ago letting me know DSA Dolch was back in stock, and I love the richness of it.  Even know I really dont like DSA, it's workable on the Pok3r.

(now if they could only figure out how to make a decent looking PBT version of DSA Dolch.  Yeah I know...)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 17 April 2017, 19:44:09
Trying different keycap sets on this Velocifire, really liking the BSP White set with the Teal Lighting thus far.  Plus the Cherry profile improves the feel of the Zorro Brown Switches ten fold.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Tue, 18 April 2017, 10:07:25
Trying different keycap sets on this Velocifire, really liking the BSP White set with the Teal Lighting thus far.  Plus the Cherry profile improves the feel of the Zorro Brown Switches ten fold.

Those are a set of IMSTO PBT caps he used to make a few years ago (Not BSP).
I think he used Vortex caps? And for some reason the full touch Caps Lock couldn't be made in the correct color, but the stepped Caps was done in the correct color?

They are nice feeling caps tho.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: traktor on Tue, 18 April 2017, 10:12:18
This is what I'm using at work

(Attachment Link)

Interesting design. Did you get a PCB done for it? Or is it hand-wired?

It's hand wired. Case is 3d printed and spray painted.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 18 April 2017, 10:12:34
You certain?  The person I got them from had sent me a picture with the original Keycap outline and holder, and he still sells BSP ones on his website that look fairly similar.

I admit however I am not 100% sure and defer to others expertise as my knowledge of higher priced sets is fairly minimal, the only set I ever bought myself was Midnight from PMK.  Seeing as how I got them in a trade i'm not sure either way But I definitely like them either way.  The texture definitely doesn't feel close to anything I have in Vortex however.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 20 April 2017, 17:30:05
I just unboxed a Ducky One TKL RGB with blacks. No point in posting a photo since ATM it looks like any photo or video on the net. My only other Ducky is a G2 Pro I bought several years ago and I'm impressed with the evolution from the G2 Pro to the Premier and now the One. The bottom design is very nice with the two-step flip out feet and the angle with the feet retracted is ideal for me. The construction is very solid and it has a surprising amount of weight. Very pleased.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joey Quinn on Thu, 20 April 2017, 19:02:02
I bought the board I'm using right now in July but haven't really used it until now. Yesterday I added a Hasu to my HHKB Pro 1 and programmed it to be dvorak with the macros I frequently use  :)

The old 45g domes felt a bit light at the start but I'm getting used to the weight and for sure prefer them to the 45g Pro 2s I've used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aelon on Fri, 21 April 2017, 09:44:30
Nowadays I am using a Logitech G810 mechanical RGB keyboard which is modded by me. I built a case for the keyboard in order to add extra thumb buttons using PVC panels, Cherry MX switches and computer 20pin ribbon data cables. It's primarily a gaming mod and it seems I will go on using it this way for a long time.

(https://s15.postimg.org/3rg7ac857/20170416_165544.jpg)

More details and pictures about the mod is here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88994.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: klennkellon on Fri, 21 April 2017, 10:02:42
At the moment I am using the "Team Wolf Zhuque CIY" hot swappable keyboard with 68g ergo-clears and some o-rings. It's a pretty ugly board but I am planning to get some thick Cherry PBT keycaps soon.

The hot-swappable feature works pretty well even though I don't have the proper tools to remove the switches (I bought it open box). Non SMD compatible switches seem a tiny bit loose though. I think I might get some smd Gateron housings from someone soon to mend this and also enhance the switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Fri, 21 April 2017, 13:22:19
Currently still rocking my CM Storm Quickfire TK (MX-Blues with o-ring modifiers). I've debated on trying something else and possibly another switch, do like the feel of the MX-Silvers (Corsair MX-Speed) but it can be improved. Just hard to invest in another switch style after using my current for the past 4-5yrs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Britney Spears on Sat, 22 April 2017, 07:03:41
(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sat, 22 April 2017, 07:53:45
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)

.
 That's an awesome set up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Britney Spears on Sat, 22 April 2017, 09:44:15
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)

.
 That's an awesome set up.

Thanks! I'm very happy with it. The HHKB and the CST track ball work like a charm. The Jelly Comb (https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Numeric-Keypad-Jelly-Comb/dp/B01E8U8HKW?th=1) numpad is a rather cheap affair and the MX Blue clones inside are pretty noise but because it is compatible with MacOS and I don't use it that often (mainly to input JIRA ticket numbers) it can stay.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Sat, 22 April 2017, 15:40:22
Currently still rocking my CM Storm Quickfire TK (MX-Blues with o-ring modifiers). I've debated on trying something else and possibly another switch, do like the feel of the MX-Silvers (Corsair MX-Speed) but it can be improved. Just hard to invest in another switch style after using my current for the past 4-5yrs.

You know setup blue, doom red. I have an idea.. now that we have RGB lighting everything everywhere.

You now these Philips TV's that change lighting according to what color is predominantly on the screen on average?

Why not change the lighting of your case automatically based on what color on average is most on your screen? So now your case would change to red.

That would be SO FRIGGIN AMAZING.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sun, 23 April 2017, 04:06:46
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(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)


That looks great!  I wasn't into white when I bought my HHKB, but I'm coming around to their look.  The two USB ports don't have issues with the trackball and numpad in terms of passthrough?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr_Grandis on Sun, 23 April 2017, 13:54:25
My daily driver now, DSA Dolch on GH60 with the wood case.

(http://i.imgur.com/oJcJL1H.jpg)

Also my first post :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcc04 on Sun, 23 April 2017, 16:01:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)

.
 That's an awesome set up.

Love the trackball
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sun, 23 April 2017, 23:40:47
My daily driver now, DSA Dolch on GH60 with the wood case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oJcJL1H.jpg)


Also my first post :P

Excellent first post!  I have that same set on my Pok3r and consider it end game for that board.  So rich looking in person.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Britney Spears on Mon, 24 April 2017, 00:26:49
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(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)


That looks great!  I wasn't into white when I bought my HHKB, but I'm coming around to their look.  The two USB ports don't have issues with the trackball and numpad in terms of passthrough?

Thanks!

To answer your question: I don't notice any problems at all. But the amount of data emitted by the numpad and the trackball is imho negligible compared to, say, a hard drive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TelFiRE on Mon, 24 April 2017, 02:46:46
Still waiting on some artisans I've ordered so I can spend more time positioning them, but here's where I'm at right now on my Ducky One TKL: http://imgur.com/a/6DwOz
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funderburker on Mon, 24 April 2017, 06:13:44
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(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)


Britney, didn't like your music but seeing that you're a woman with good taste in keyboards has definitely changed my mind about your work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr_Grandis on Mon, 24 April 2017, 06:25:20
My daily driver now, DSA Dolch on GH60 with the wood case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oJcJL1H.jpg)


Also my first post :P

Excellent first post!  I have that same set on my Pok3r and consider it end game for that board.  So rich looking in person.
Thanks! The wood case with the wrist rest looks so elegant, this really drawn me into the custom mechanical keyboard world
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Britney Spears on Mon, 24 April 2017, 12:15:51
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(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)


Britney, didn't like your music but seeing that you're a woman with good taste in keyboards has definitely changed my mind about your work.

Thanks. The songs I've recorded which express my love for HHKBs have been sadly rejected by my record label in the past. They claim it might alienate my audience.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funderburker on Mon, 24 April 2017, 12:17:46
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(http://i.imgur.com/CGZwYBa.jpg)


Britney, didn't like your music but seeing that you're a woman with good taste in keyboards has definitely changed my mind about your work.

Thanks. The songs I've recorded which express my love for HHKBs have been sadly rejected by my record label in the past. They claim it might alienate my audience.  ;)

Hopefully someday you get the freedom to release those HHKB hits for us all to hear then. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Mon, 24 April 2017, 18:08:09
Got an anodized aluminum case in for my POK3R. I like it a lot. Besides adding a little extra weight it and looking better it seems to have made the keyboard a little quieter. Can't really complain about that. I like the new sound!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 24 April 2017, 18:19:36
Got an anodized aluminum case in for my POK3R. I like it a lot. Besides adding a little extra weight it and looking better it seems to have made the keyboard a little quieter. Can't really complain about that. I like the new sound!

I have to ask, the Pok3r comes stock with an aluminum case, why replace it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 24 April 2017, 18:20:27
Using the Adesso 625 TKL W/ Kailh Blues at moment in preparation for an upcoming review.

Early spoilers: For 50-55$ US thus far I am not overly impressed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Mon, 24 April 2017, 18:49:14
Got an anodized aluminum case in for my POK3R. I like it a lot. Besides adding a little extra weight it and looking better it seems to have made the keyboard a little quieter. Can't really complain about that. I like the new sound!

I have to ask, the Pok3r comes stock with an aluminum case, why replace it?
It's a much better case that also sits flat. Great for DSAs. The POK3R cases are lighter and painted. It's a pretty 'big' upgrade, actually. I'm surprised.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Mon, 24 April 2017, 18:50:55
Got an anodized aluminum case in for my POK3R. I like it a lot. Besides adding a little extra weight it and looking better it seems to have made the keyboard a little quieter. Can't really complain about that. I like the new sound!

I have to ask, the Pok3r comes stock with an aluminum case, why replace it?
It's a much better case that also sits flat. Great for DSAs. The POK3R cases are lighter and painted. It's a pretty 'big' upgrade, actually. I'm surprised.

Hmm...Never would have considered it since the stock case is one of the pok3r's best features IMO.  May give it a looksie more now.

Cheers
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheRightHand on Tue, 25 April 2017, 06:58:54
I'm using a Ducky Shine 6 brown switch , best keyboard i have ever owned , i got it from http://mechkeyboards.eu/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 25 April 2017, 07:09:18
I'm using a Ducky Shine 6 brown switch , best keyboard i have ever owned , i got it from http://mechkeyboards.eu/

Actually considering adding one of the newer Ducky's to my collection since they finally switched to Micro USB and fixed the iffy port quality.  Been considering a new MX Blues TKL anyways to use when the wife is not around to scream about the click noise.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Tue, 25 April 2017, 09:38:17
Got an anodized aluminum case in for my POK3R. I like it a lot. Besides adding a little extra weight it and looking better it seems to have made the keyboard a little quieter. Can't really complain about that. I like the new sound!

I have to ask, the Pok3r comes stock with an aluminum case, why replace it?
It's a much better case that also sits flat. Great for DSAs. The POK3R cases are lighter and painted. It's a pretty 'big' upgrade, actually. I'm surprised.

Hmm...Never would have considered it since the stock case is one of the pok3r's best features IMO.  May give it a looksie more now.

Cheers
Mmm. Like I said, I was a bit surprised as well. I expected it to be heavier and allow the keyboard to sit flat if I wanted. Wasn't really expecting the change in sound, but I am happy with it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lazylewis on Wed, 26 April 2017, 03:56:09
SA with MX greens. I don't like the combo. Feels cheap and noisy... What's good with SA?

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PlastikSchnittstelle on Wed, 26 April 2017, 04:57:49
[attach=1]
pok3r with mx-clears
gmk dolch iso german
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 26 April 2017, 23:20:46
Every time I go back to this thread, I keep saying the same thing!
The same one as before!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Wed, 26 April 2017, 23:24:44
SA with MX greens. I don't like the combo. Feels cheap and noisy... What's good with SA?

(Attachment Link)

Iv'e always said the following about SA


It is one of the best looking keycap profiles out there, but I would never want to type on it long term.

Give me thick PBT anyday
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prelim on Thu, 27 April 2017, 04:51:39
(Attachment Link)
pok3r with mx-clears
gmk dolch iso german

where did you get those Esc/ISO enter/spacebars pack?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Erikdayo on Thu, 27 April 2017, 12:11:54
welp. These are my 2 POK3Rs. Don't have any other keyboards anymore besides the ones that haven't sold. And yea, they're basically identical outside of the keycaps. The Cherry profile one is tilted and the DSA one is flat.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Thu, 27 April 2017, 12:59:23
Right now using the oddest named keyboard I have ever seen.

James Donkey 619 TKL W/ Gateron Blues and yellow backlighting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Thu, 27 April 2017, 15:56:57
Switching between KUL ES-87 with MX Clears and 87U 55g. I can't decide what I like most.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Thu, 27 April 2017, 16:21:34
HHKB Silent and a year of lube at work

Mira with tuned 67g pinks at home

made it to my resting place
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PlastikSchnittstelle on Thu, 27 April 2017, 16:35:45
(Attachment Link)
pok3r with mx-clears
gmk dolch iso german

where did you get those Esc/ISO enter/spacebars pack?

from this group buy:
https://www.computerbase.de/forum/showthread.php?t=1601148
it was a german gb. ISO-DE layout.
felt strange always having to get the caps from overseas, although they are made right around the corner.
main set was dolch, the esc/enter/space was an addon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alfmoonspace on Tue, 02 May 2017, 12:20:29
HHKB PRO 2 TYPE-S on my mac and Realforce RGB with my windows machine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 02 May 2017, 12:26:06
Ducky ONE W/ MX Blues, thus far I am quite impressed for being my first Ducky board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 02 May 2017, 12:46:22
HHKB PRO 2 TYPE-S on my mac and Realforce RGB with my windows machine.

How's the Realforce RGB? Is it good?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mBass on Tue, 02 May 2017, 12:55:57
Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja TKL / Shiba Inu hybrid. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aox on Tue, 02 May 2017, 13:29:50
Currently, Novatouch at work, and ANNEPRO at home!  Got a couple unicorns on the way, so will change it up soon, I believe.

(http://i.imgur.com/xW5Z3yy.jpg)

-Aox
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 02 May 2017, 13:41:03
Currently, Novatouch at work, and ANNEPRO at home!  Got a couple unicorns on the way, so will change it up soon, I believe.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xW5Z3yy.jpg)


-Aox

Those caps look awesome. Did you paint those yourself? I've never seen this set?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aox on Tue, 02 May 2017, 13:46:45
I got mine off of massdrop, but evidently they com from http://pheilcia.com/

-Aox
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alfmoonspace on Tue, 02 May 2017, 16:02:58
HHKB PRO 2 TYPE-S on my mac and Realforce RGB with my windows machine.

How's the Realforce RGB? Is it good?

To be honest, I don't have enough time with it to pass a good judgment call. I think the housing is cheap and the keycaps are garbage but if you need a full size board, its worth a look.

I use my HHKB 90% of the time :). After reading through this forum though, I might have the bug to try something else!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mBass on Tue, 02 May 2017, 23:47:22
Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja TKL / Shiba Inu hybrid.

To be honest, I don't have enough time with it to pass a good judgment call. I think the housing is cheap and the keycaps are garbage but if you need a full size board, its worth a look.

Yeah it's really nothing special until you do the shiba-inu mod.  (I was actually planning on posting the pic I took when I discovered how much of my shiba's fur had accumulated under the key caps since I got it, but it's kind of embarrassing.)  It's an ok keyboard though. Nothing amazing. I'm still a rookie. My last keyboard was a black widow and before that a really tired model-m. It can only get better from here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lazylewis on Wed, 03 May 2017, 02:59:28
Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja TKL / Shiba Inu hybrid.

To be honest, I don't have enough time with it to pass a good judgment call. I think the housing is cheap and the keycaps are garbage but if you need a full size board, its worth a look.

Yeah it's really nothing special until you do the shiba-inu mod.  (I was actually planning on posting the pic I took when I discovered how much of my shiba's fur had accumulated under the key caps since I got it, but it's kind of embarrassing.)  It's an ok keyboard though. Nothing amazing. I'm still a rookie. My last keyboard was a black widow and before that a really tired model-m. It can only get better from here.

I could be wrong but I think Alf was talking about the RGB realforce, and replied to you by mistake. The filco majestouch 2 is one of my favourite boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 03 May 2017, 05:47:29
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170430/7e69aade9b4ce789782df1533b6e4db2.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mBass on Wed, 03 May 2017, 07:05:30
I could be wrong but I think Alf was talking about the RGB realforce, and replied to you by mistake. The filco majestouch 2 is one of my favourite boards.

Derp that actually makes way more sense.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alfmoonspace on Wed, 03 May 2017, 10:47:38
Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja TKL / Shiba Inu hybrid.

To be honest, I don't have enough time with it to pass a good judgment call. I think the housing is cheap and the keycaps are garbage but if you need a full size board, its worth a look.


Yeah it's really nothing special until you do the shiba-inu mod.  (I was actually planning on posting the pic I took when I discovered how much of my shiba's fur had accumulated under the key caps since I got it, but it's kind of embarrassing.)  It's an ok keyboard though. Nothing amazing. I'm still a rookie. My last keyboard was a black widow and before that a really tired model-m. It can only get better from here.

I could be wrong but I think Alf was talking about the RGB realforce, and replied to you by mistake. The filco majestouch 2 is one of my favourite boards.

Correct! My Mistake  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Thu, 04 May 2017, 17:03:18
[attachimg=1]

Ducky ONE with MX Blues and put the Starry Night Keycaps on it with Warmaster on Esc key.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ravahan on Fri, 05 May 2017, 15:30:01
(http://i.imgur.com/vf97nql.jpg)
This is my currently my daily driver, although I might change things up soon since the combination of the case and the SA keycaps is a bit too high for my taste
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mBass on Fri, 05 May 2017, 15:45:05
Wow I wouldn't normally be into something that flashy but I really like that. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: taylorswiftttttt on Fri, 05 May 2017, 20:08:26
removed
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OkinaDaikon on Fri, 05 May 2017, 20:37:22
I currently use an HHKB with GMK Carbon on MX Sliders at work and a B.face X2 with 67g Zealios.

They both treat me great! But I'm not sure if i like one more than the other. I'm tempted to bulld another 67g Zealio board  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Fri, 05 May 2017, 20:59:50
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vf97nql.jpg)

This is my currently my daily driver, although I might change things up soon since the combination of the case and the SA keycaps is a bit too high for my taste

That looks great but a bit high.  What kind of case is it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ravahan on Sat, 06 May 2017, 14:28:00
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vf97nql.jpg)

This is my currently my daily driver, although I might change things up soon since the combination of the case and the SA keycaps is a bit too high for my taste

That looks great but a bit high.  What kind of case is it?
Thanks, I got the case on mechmarket but originally it is from this groupbuy: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=82149.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smithyithy on Sat, 06 May 2017, 16:04:28
Using this tonight. ALU84 with 78g Zealio. First board I've actually built and soldered myself, a really good experience - the only mishap was breaking a diode on the PCB.. No problem as 2 separate people sent me replacement diodes in the mail out of their own pocket, amazing. Clipped and lubed the stabs too which feel excellent.

Anyway this is like 90% finished. The keyset is a Doubleshot ABS English / Cyrillic set I got from ebay combined with some Filco modifiers. I'm waiting for GMK Coniferous to go on this board then it will become my daily driver for the office. The spacebar is currently switchless as I wait for a ~120g spring to arrive with some other switches and parts for my MechMini. Also the black acrylic sandwich piece arrived cracked so a replacement is on its way. I've had a quick mess with BootLoader to program the PS2AVRGB, seems really simple to use, the default layer works well with a couple of tweaks, I've programmed RGB lighting control and volume controls to the right column - that'll make more sense when I have blank GMK caps in place. Otherwise I think the 75% layout is perfect for a daily board and for the price, the ALU84 is really good.

(http://i.imgur.com/faOGyVP.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ronaQf3.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/UreHMUw.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ra54OuS.jpg)

Added Fugu:

(http://i.imgur.com/Mka9N9t.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Sun, 07 May 2017, 11:41:17
disone

(http://i.imgur.com/4hWTymL.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gnmar2723 on Sun, 07 May 2017, 11:44:25
Using this tonight. ALU84 with 78g Zealio. First board I've actually built and soldered myself, a really good experience - the only mishap was breaking a diode on the PCB.. No problem as 2 separate people sent me replacement diodes in the mail out of their own pocket, amazing. Clipped and lubed the stabs too which feel excellent.

Anyway this is like 90% finished. The keyset is a Doubleshot ABS English / Cyrillic set I got from ebay combined with some Filco modifiers. I'm waiting for GMK Coniferous to go on this board then it will become my daily driver for the office. The spacebar is currently switchless as I wait for a ~120g spring to arrive with some other switches and parts for my MechMini. Also the black acrylic sandwich piece arrived cracked so a replacement is on its way. I've had a quick mess with BootLoader to program the PS2AVRGB, seems really simple to use, the default layer works well with a couple of tweaks, I've programmed RGB lighting control and volume controls to the right column - that'll make more sense when I have blank GMK caps in place. Otherwise I think the 75% layout is perfect for a daily board and for the price, the ALU84 is really good.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/faOGyVP.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ronaQf3.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UreHMUw.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ra54OuS.jpg)

Added Fugu:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Mka9N9t.jpg)


Dang, I saw those Cyrillic caps on ebay too, but I wasn't quick enough! They look awesome  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smithyithy on Sun, 07 May 2017, 13:26:26
Dang, I saw those Cyrillic caps on ebay too, but I wasn't quick enough! They look awesome  :thumb:

Thanks dude. I bought 2 full sets so I'm selling the spare set on MechMarket.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gnmar2723 on Sun, 07 May 2017, 14:46:55
Dang, I saw those Cyrillic caps on ebay too, but I wasn't quick enough! They look awesome  :thumb:

Thanks dude. I bought 2 full sets so I'm selling the spare set on MechMarket.

Let me have first dibs on it :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smithyithy on Sun, 07 May 2017, 17:27:02

Let me have first dibs on it :)

Sale thread is here dude if you want pics / info: https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/69lmw3/euuk_h_en_ru_keyset_artisans_etf_kf_jak_i23_doom/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: minh278 on Sun, 07 May 2017, 23:20:53
Apologize for the potato picture quality.

[attachimg=1]

Mostly just use pressed key lighting on it. I think i'm weird as i actually enjoy the texture of the stock caps(smooth yet solid, closest to the other topre i have).

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShishKabobJerry on Wed, 10 May 2017, 10:09:08
Using a Magicforce 68 with some good ol' PBT white blanks and a watster/sadster combo! It's simple, but it's mine! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mnmlisme on Fri, 12 May 2017, 22:50:03
bought my POK3R RGB on April, fell in love with 60% size, but realized I still need the arrow keys. Sold my POK3R RGB and bought Saber68 gateron blue and XD60 gateron brown. Rabbit hole here I come!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ponoj on Sat, 13 May 2017, 09:49:38
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/vYYnYEi.jpg)


Just finished it. Gateron Black with FaceW PCB, LaserGist plate, Royal Glam case, DSA keycaps. Couldn't be more excited to have it finished.

Can you share the dimensions of your LaserGidt plate?  Thickness and all. It fits so flush with this beautiful case
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PleaseBeMyFriend on Sat, 13 May 2017, 12:07:20
Currently using a 660C with hyperspheres, lubed, and JTK sliders in. Waiting on my ocean dolch and will probably be finished with it after that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: edward789 on Tue, 16 May 2017, 03:32:13
Cherry. I feel so good when I use it typing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tom_Kazansky on Tue, 16 May 2017, 03:48:28
this will be my (new) daily drive  ;D

(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=87174.0;attach=168493;image)

PCB: JC65
switch: Gatistotle + 65g springs
keycap: G20 Semiotic
case: just an acrylic sandwich case
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShishKabobJerry on Tue, 16 May 2017, 06:53:37
this will be my (new) daily drive  ;D

Show Image
(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=87174.0;attach=168493;image)


PCB: JC65
switch: Gatistotle + 65g springs
keycap: G20 Semiotic
case: just an acrylic sandwich case

That's awesome! How does the G20 feel? I don't see alot of people use that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tom_Kazansky on Tue, 16 May 2017, 08:27:11
That's awesome! How does the G20 feel? I don't see alot of people use that.

I like the feel on these (or PBT caps in general)

these keys are flat so your transition between keys is... smoother, I think.

---
right now I'm having a hard time transition from "1.25u Fn, 3u Space" (my previous board) to "2.75u Space, 1.25u Fn"  :-\
I will get used to this soon, I hope.  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 16 May 2017, 08:31:33
What's good with SA?

I hear trash cans and reddit go well with SA  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 16 May 2017, 08:34:56
Using a phantom build in a tex case with Vintage blacks at work.

Swap between a compaq 1800 with vintage browns and a 55g Realforce at home.

Soon to be on 2 new boards though...............think I need to slow down
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ndumdr on Tue, 16 May 2017, 18:12:24
Magicforce68 Gat Reds. They feel really smooth and it feels great not using much energy to type compared to the Blues and Topre that I use. It feels like typing on a cloud. Somehow the actuation point being at the top instead of the bottom makes typing on Topre more tiring to me even though it feels super satisfying.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: engra on Tue, 16 May 2017, 21:20:28
still using my first mech board ive bought ... a kul es87 with browns and a gmk dolch keyset. waiting for my nova to come in!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Wed, 17 May 2017, 02:47:07
still using my first mech board ive bought ... a kul es87 with browns and a gmk dolch keyset. waiting for my nova to come in!
Nice I've heard good things about Nova's - I wouldn't mind trying one of those myself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WarCommand on Wed, 17 May 2017, 06:09:23
More importantly, where can you buy them at this point?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Wed, 17 May 2017, 07:19:29
Magicforce68 Gat Reds. They feel really smooth and it feels great not using much energy to type compared to the Blues

Did MX bluea really tire you out? It's such a minuscule difference in actuation force between Cherry blue and gat red. Was it the tactility that got you?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: killyou on Wed, 17 May 2017, 07:37:14
I finally got Vortex Pok3r with MX Clear switches and my life is now complete... except that I now want clicky switch that behaves the same as MX Clear. Living in Europe is not making it easier nor cheaper  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Wed, 17 May 2017, 16:00:51
Magicforce68 Gat Reds. They feel really smooth and it feels great not using much energy to type compared to the Blues

Did MX bluea really tire you out? It's such a minuscule difference in actuation force between Cherry blue and gat red. Was it the tactility that got you?
The difference is 15 cN, because you have to overcome the ca. 60cN peak in blues. It can be more, because of tolerances.

I also find modern blues kind of fatiguing, because of their hysteresis: it feels like they stick after the bump, at least with my typing style.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 17 May 2017, 16:19:55
there must be 2-3 years since I've used another keyboard than my HHKB :|
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Wed, 17 May 2017, 16:21:18
there must be 2-3 years since I've used another keyboard than my HHKB :|

He's back!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 17 May 2017, 16:23:25
there must be 2-3 years since I've used another keyboard than my HHKB :|

He's back!

neva left homie, jk. only checking GH every once in a while to answer/send some PMs nowadays. not very enthusiastic about keyboards anymore :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ndumdr on Wed, 17 May 2017, 16:55:47
Magicforce68 Gat Reds. They feel really smooth and it feels great not using much energy to type compared to the Blues

Did MX bluea really tire you out? It's such a minuscule difference in actuation force between Cherry blue and gat red. Was it the tactility that got you?
I was used to the weight of MX Blues, it was alright typing on them but I was always aware of how heavy it was to me, but once I started using 45g Topre, I really couldn't go >45g. I actually prefer tactile switches so I think it's just the weight. Only if there were someone out there that could spring swap 45g springs into my MX blues... that'd be end game as ****.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gnmar2723 on Sat, 20 May 2017, 17:07:20
The HADwood

(http://i.imgur.com/6RS2aQa.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Wed, 24 May 2017, 18:16:37
Have not posted here in a while, bought anything in a long time except the G80-0528 I got from alienman82 recently, which is about 1 awesome board. Very smooth vintage blacks :cool:

On another note and what I am currently typing on.............thanks to digi for the great board I just acquired. Looks like a regular old Dell AT101 with black alps except he removed the leafs and now it is a very light and smooth linear. Teensy red cable and extremely clean. Easily have more Alps boards than anything else, so I guess they are my favorites......not with standing BS :thumb:

My Zenith with green alps is boxed up somewhere, however I would say these are lighter than green alps........

Just "love" them old boards........... :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Wed, 24 May 2017, 18:20:08
The HADwood

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/6RS2aQa.jpg)



Nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 24 May 2017, 18:20:40
Have not posted here in a while, bought anything in a long time except the G80-0528 I got from alienman82 recently, which is about 1 awesome board. Very smooth vintage blacks :cool:

On another note and what I am currently typing on.............thanks to digi for the great board I just acquired. Looks like a regular old Dell AT101 with black alps except he removed the leafs and now it is a very light and smooth linear. Teensy red cable and extremely clean. Easily have more Alps boards than anything else, so I guess they are my favorites......not with standing BS :thumb:

My Zenith with green alps is boxed up somewhere, however I would say these are lighter than green alps........

Just "love" them old boards........... :p
Nice to see you post terrpn :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: terrpn on Wed, 24 May 2017, 18:22:22
Have not posted here in a while, bought anything in a long time except the G80-0528 I got from alienman82 recently, which is about 1 awesome board. Very smooth vintage blacks :cool:

On another note and what I am currently typing on.............thanks to digi for the great board I just acquired. Looks like a regular old Dell AT101 with black alps except he removed the leafs and now it is a very light and smooth linear. Teensy red cable and extremely clean. Easily have more Alps boards than anything else, so I guess they are my favorites......not with standing BS :thumb:

My Zenith with green alps is boxed up somewhere, however I would say these are lighter than green alps........

Just "love" them old boards........... :p
Nice to see you post terrpn :thumb:

 :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Wed, 24 May 2017, 22:51:56
VA87M with Cherry MX tactile grays, with aluminum case.
Currently my daily driver.
(https://i.imgur.com/7vUeRKk.jpg)
https://imgur.com/a/DChjn

Weighs quite a bit but I love that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShishKabobJerry on Thu, 25 May 2017, 08:27:12
VA87M with Cherry MX tactile grays, with aluminum case.
Currently my daily driver.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/7vUeRKk.jpg)

https://imgur.com/a/DChjn

Weighs quite a bit but I love that.

Looks great! Super solid board. How're the MX Greys?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Thu, 25 May 2017, 09:46:16
VA87M with Cherry MX tactile grays, with aluminum case.
Currently my daily driver.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/7vUeRKk.jpg)

https://imgur.com/a/DChjn

Weighs quite a bit but I love that.

Looks great! Super solid board. How're the MX Greys?
Honestly, I'm liking them more than I thought I would.
Tactility is decent and they're stiff which I like.
Typing is enjoyable with them, something I didn't think I'd find myself saying. It was initially just because I wanted a TKL board to mod and mess around with, but I'm finding that right now I like it just the way it is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ndumdr on Thu, 25 May 2017, 15:20:48
Got myself a Novatouch. Of course the RF 87U feels so much better, but I like the sound this keyboard makes anyways. The spacebar is driving me a little crazy since somehow it has bottom out noises on the right side (which is where I press the space bar).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dwarflemur on Thu, 25 May 2017, 18:38:28
Clueboard with 78g zealios, enjoyPBT, and gmk uniquorn
(http://i.imgur.com/4P6Lz57.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: speaktobrett on Fri, 26 May 2017, 05:19:46
Red Scarf III 96:

- 65g Zeal Switches
- GMK Originative / Honeywell Keycaps

I LOVE THIS KEYBOARD :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pab on Fri, 26 May 2017, 16:42:05
What's good with SA?

I hear trash cans and reddit go well with SA  :thumb:

I have to agree; I ordered the selectric set and almost immediately regretted it. They look great! But, they feel flimsy and uncomfortable to type on.

I have a Leopold FC980M with MX Blues in the mail that I'm planning to put some GMK Honeywells on. Very excited.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 26 May 2017, 17:14:13
What's good with SA?

I hear trash cans and reddit go well with SA  :thumb:

I have to agree; I ordered the selectric set and almost immediately regretted it. They look great! But, they feel flimsy and uncomfortable to type on.

I have a Leopold FC980M with MX Blues in the mail that I'm planning to put some GMK Honeywells on. Very excited.

yeah, awesome to look at (as a display piece in a vitrine), but to type on, go DSA!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ishtob on Fri, 26 May 2017, 17:17:00
typing on this right now:

(http://i.imgur.com/yktDj0Y.jpg) (http://imgur.com/yktDj0Y)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 26 May 2017, 17:20:52
typing on this right now:

(http://i.imgur.com/yktDj0Y.jpg) (http://imgur.com/yktDj0Y)

yeah, the hadron does look very good :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darkmatter35 on Wed, 31 May 2017, 12:08:14
Modded Logitech G710+. Old Girl but she still holds up! Removed the volume knob/marco buttons and plastered over them. Black spray paint and a set of front side printed caps from max keyboard. Waiting for GMK Coniferous and Leoplod FC980's to come back in stock.

(http://i.imgur.com/Buj8mrH.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Wed, 31 May 2017, 12:40:20
(https://i.imgur.com/6Pggp0h.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcc04 on Wed, 31 May 2017, 16:26:58
KBD75 but can't decide on enjoypbt set or GMK   :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 31 May 2017, 16:36:08
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/6Pggp0h.jpg)


(http://i.imgur.com/SAtLr9u.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcc04 on Wed, 31 May 2017, 17:11:57
The HADwood

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/6RS2aQa.jpg)


What are those caps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kittykatmax on Wed, 31 May 2017, 17:59:04
Main PC
Corsair K65 RGB with Tai-Hao doubleshot PBT backlit keycaps (Cherry MX Reds) - at least until my Keyboard.io Model 01 (eventually) arrives
Keycool KL-1 Number Pad with 1976 SA doubleshot ABS keycaps (Cherry MX Blues)

Secondary PC
Max Keyboard Blackbird with red backlight and oem doubleshot ABS backlit keycaps (Cherry MX Browns)

MSI Gaming laptop
MagicForce 68 - Black/Silver with blue/gold backlight and Tai-Hao doubleshot PBT backlit keycaps (Gateron Reds)

Surface Pro 4
MagicForce White/Silver with white backlight and 1976 SA doubleshot ABS keycaps (Cherry MX Browns)


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Narcolepsy on Wed, 31 May 2017, 22:53:56
Using the XMIT Hall Effect Keyboard right now. Just got finished lubing and clipping the stabs and lubing the switches. It feels and sounds amazing right now.
(http://i.imgur.com/dc8HEXJ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/25nQfgA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Thu, 01 June 2017, 02:29:31
Right now using a Magicforce I use for gaming on occasion I have Outemu blacks on some switches and gateron clears on others.  Waiting for my 750R with reds to arrive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Fri, 02 June 2017, 03:29:42
White Leopold 750R W/ MX Reds , Was going to add O-Rings but honestly with the sound dampening pad in this board it's not even needed.  The sound and feel for this board are near perfect for me.  Even the stock keycaps feel nothing short of amazing for stock.

Used to hate reds but

1. They feel particularly nice on this board.

2. My fingers/hands seem to be getting weaker/more painful as of late and the lighter switch seems to help quite a bit. 

My typing style has also adjusted enough i'm fairly used to the linear feel now of the Reds versus that of a lighter tactile switch like Browns.     
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mrduul on Fri, 02 June 2017, 11:31:08
RealForce Topre 55g, want to try the other versions and weights.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 02 June 2017, 11:59:28
RealForce Topre 55g, want to try the other versions and weights.

There's no point.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Fri, 02 June 2017, 12:03:25
Gotta go back to ole faithful every now and again.
(http://i.imgur.com/6uFR5wt.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Fri, 02 June 2017, 12:26:04
RealForce Topre 55g, want to try the other versions and weights.

There's no point.

Meh...Personally I preferred the case mounted HHKB 45 G Topre by a large margin.  I sold my 55G Realforce fairly quickly it was far too heavy for extended use IMO.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheInverseKey on Sat, 03 June 2017, 13:18:42
Right now using a 1994 Model M
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sun, 04 June 2017, 00:36:47
Right now using a 1994 Model M
(Attachment Link)
That is in excellent condition. Or you did a damn fine job cleaning it. Looks fantastic!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheInverseKey on Sun, 04 June 2017, 13:39:46
Right now using a 1994 Model M
(Attachment Link)
That is in excellent condition. Or you did a damn fine job cleaning it. Looks fantastic!

Thanks it was really gross but not really used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheEerieCold on Sun, 04 June 2017, 17:46:31
(http://i.imgur.com/5UUuPYQ.jpg)

Cooler Masterkeys Pro S + SA Hyperfuse w/ Cherry RGB Housings + Linear Grey stems + 85g gold Spirit Springs. Case is plastidipped with cyan on top and purple on the bottom (waiting for my Retro Norbauer). Have a nice Keybuto collection on it right now too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aptivaboy on Tue, 06 June 2017, 23:59:01
Tonight, I've typed on a BTC-7000 which works great other than a weirdly behaving spacebar key, and I'm currently on a 1995 Lexmark Model M with Wordperfect callouts on the keys care of the Unicomp warehouse sale awhile back. Buckling springs forever. 

Bob
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 07 June 2017, 05:36:57
Torturing myself with my KeyCool with MX reds for a week.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Axiomatik on Wed, 07 June 2017, 12:27:17
Sentraq S60-X | Amazing Chocolatier | Royal Glam Ebony wrist rest | Custom cable
(http://i.imgur.com/12v5ZSP.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keebwarrior on Thu, 08 June 2017, 12:54:41
Currently using a planck with gateron blues and blank SA keycaps. I like the ortholinear layout, but don't like how cramped the keyboard is. I would prefer to get something that is split and has one extra row at the top. Maybe even a 60% split, but can't seem to find anything that fits my tastes. I loved how the VE.A keyboard turned out, but that's super hard to find. Let's split is a good option, but it's still slightly too small to completely replace all my keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: drakche on Thu, 08 June 2017, 17:07:07
Finally finished my endgame.
This is my primary work board.

Plum 87, with 55g domes and a brand spanking new SA Ashen keyset.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170608/60fb5c795f9c85fded7af737349906e7.jpg)

Sent from my Redmi Pro using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Thu, 08 June 2017, 18:11:25
...Thanks to digi for the great board I just acquired. Looks like a regular old Dell AT101 with black alps except he removed the leafs and now it is a very light and smooth linear. Teensy red cable and extremely clean... Just "love" them old boards........... :p

Nice! You can type on something like that forever without getting tired of how it looks or feels, IMHO.

At the moment I'm on my pearl (white) 2013 Unicomp Ultra Classic 104 (p/n UNI0P4A):


[attach=1]


Sometimes you just want to type on the most ridiculously clicky, clanky, clonky KB possible, and for that you can't beat Unicomp's IBM-style buckling spring switches in an extra-light, non-sound-absorbing case.  It's typing no one can ignore—buh ha ha!!

It's also why you regularly see hardly-used examples on eBay, after peeps charmed with the idea of turning back the KB clock receive an escalating series of threats from their coworkers.

Hmm—I see the pearl version has been removed from Unicomp's product page (http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/product/UB40P4A). Have they stopped making them? Could these be... rare now? [hysteria alert]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happylacquer on Tue, 27 June 2017, 10:03:12
Typing on my Microsoft 850 Wireless Keyboard!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 27 June 2017, 11:22:52
The HADwood

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/6RS2aQa.jpg)



Its cousin: The ANSO-Steel



(http://i.imgur.com/p8kbXJx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: duynguyenle on Tue, 27 June 2017, 13:10:44
The HADwood

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/6RS2aQa.jpg)



Its cousin: The ANSO-Steel



Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p8kbXJx.jpg)


I quite like the use of the numpad multiplication cap as the Esc key, very creative!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: silverpanda94 on Tue, 27 June 2017, 16:58:56
Typing on my Microsoft Natural 4000 right now :3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Tue, 27 June 2017, 17:17:21
I can't choose which one each day. So, I alternate between the three of these (The HHKB is new and will be injected into the lineup starting tomorrow).

(http://i.imgur.com/eJUg1wv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yGFAZEX.jpg)

- Stock HHKB
- Custom 60% - Satan board, 55g springs in Cherry MX silents, plastic case, steel plate, GMK Skeletor
- Filco Majestouch 2 - Lambo aluminum case, Cherry MX silents, Pegasus Hoof Controller, GMK Plum
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 27 June 2017, 18:07:30
The HADwood

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/6RS2aQa.jpg)



Its cousin: The ANSO-Steel



Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p8kbXJx.jpg)


I quite like the use of the numpad multiplication cap as the Esc key, very creative!

Poor's man icon modifiers...while waiting for the Yuri's that will be real thing. Meanwhile I quite like the x there, it just makes sense to me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 27 June 2017, 21:57:43
Still getting away with using a Lexmark SSK at work :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: silverpanda94 on Wed, 28 June 2017, 08:40:38
Still getting away with using a Lexmark SSK at work :D

Man my coworker threatened to kill me from the noise made with Cherry MX Reds, and even this one Chicony rubber dome board that had a noisy spacebar. 

If I brought my Model M to work I'd probably get executed on the spot, lol!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Wed, 28 June 2017, 09:20:05
Still getting away with using a Lexmark SSK at work :D

Man my coworker threatened to kill me from the noise made with Cherry MX Reds, and even this one Chicony rubber dome board that had a noisy spacebar. 

If I brought my Model M to work I'd probably get executed on the spot, lol!
Ye same here my boss hates my keyboards. He says they're too noisy.
He just doesn't understand, he even tried using one I had with gat blacks and he didn't like it. I almost fought him there on the spot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hineybush on Wed, 28 June 2017, 14:27:13
Just finished up my new build! Rev1 Leopold FC660M w/ Clueboard PCB, modded plate to accept a standard 6.25u costar stab, SMD Gateron greens with 85g springs and lubed rails. In the original rose gold case with GMK Plum.

Hopefully I cn get some better pics soon.

(http://i.imgur.com/QdWTlJF.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 28 June 2017, 22:00:48
Still getting away with using a Lexmark SSK at work :D

Man my coworker threatened to kill me from the noise made with Cherry MX Reds, and even this one Chicony rubber dome board that had a noisy spacebar. 

If I brought my Model M to work I'd probably get executed on the spot, lol!

One other guys here pounds his keyboard so hard he's crushed the Ctrl key.

Another guy has a Ducky with MX blues (actually my keyboard that he is borrowing).

So noisy keyboards are kinda a thing.

There's only one guy that complained about the noise and he moved right down the other end of the office.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Thu, 29 June 2017, 04:33:33
Forgot to post a picture of the Leopold 750R Iv'e come to love as of late, it adds to my continuing white themed accessories.  Even got the White X1 controller for when I feel like using my laptop lying down.



[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Thu, 29 June 2017, 05:39:32
Just finished up my new build! Rev1 Leopold FC660M w/ Clueboard PCB, modded plate to accept a standard 6.25u costar stab, SMD Gateron greens with 85g springs and lubed rails. In the original rose gold case with GMK Plum.

Hopefully I cn get some better pics soon.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QdWTlJF.jpg)


This is absolutely gorgeous. Plum turned out to be a stunning set for sure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NotVy on Thu, 29 June 2017, 09:12:59
Eagle v2 Black with Gateron Yellow (Krytox 103, 58g)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 29 June 2017, 10:42:35
Oddly enough, the only keyboard I have that isn't in my signature... Thermaltake Challenger Ultimate.

(https://i.imgur.com/yiWnCsf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 29 June 2017, 10:44:21
Typing on an Ergodox right now.


Feels good..

Pretty much the best keyboard known to man..


Ergonomic is of the greatest importance..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shadowku on Thu, 29 June 2017, 11:43:55
Oddly enough, the only keyboard I have that isn't in my signature... Thermaltake Challenger Ultimate.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/yiWnCsf.jpg)


But.. why?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 29 June 2017, 11:48:36
Oddly enough, the only keyboard I have that isn't in my signature... Thermaltake Challenger Ultimate.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/yiWnCsf.jpg)


But.. why?

clearly it's his best keybord . !!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 29 June 2017, 12:15:54
Oddly enough, the only keyboard I have that isn't in my signature... Thermaltake Challenger Ultimate.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/yiWnCsf.jpg)


But.. why?

Family was staying over with a light-sleeping baby. It's a quiet enough keyboard (no clacking), though not as quiet as the Apple BT keyboard.

Oddly enough, it works alright for RTS gaming. Very snappy domes (a bit heavy for me), ~3mm travel.

It's funny because this keyboard is actually quite well made and comes with a really nice cable, carrying case, extra keycaps with a felt bag, and even a little fan to keep your hands dry. The macro keys can be handy and it has 5 profiles you can switch between, each with its own backlighting color of choice and macro functions. I can certainly see this being handy for some people.

It's pretty bad for normal typing, though.

I'll soon be trying 30g Topre and perhaps 45g HiPro as well. Should probably get rid of some boards.  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shadowku on Thu, 29 June 2017, 13:10:24
Family was staying over with a light-sleeping baby. It's a quiet enough keyboard (no clacking), though not as quiet as the Apple BT keyboard.

Oddly enough, it works alright for RTS gaming. Very snappy domes (a bit heavy for me), ~3mm travel.

It's funny because this keyboard is actually quite well made and comes with a really nice cable, carrying case, extra keycaps with a felt bag, and even a little fan to keep your hands dry. The macro keys can be handy and it has 5 profiles you can switch between, each with its own backlighting color of choice and macro functions. I can certainly see this being handy for some people.

It's pretty bad for normal typing, though.

I'll soon be trying 30g Topre and perhaps 45g HiPro as well. Should probably get rid of some boards.  :-X

Is your HHKB Hypersphere'd? Just wondering because I find my hypersphere'd HHKB to be quieter than Apple chiclet keyboards that my coworkers use. Or maybe it's because the sound is less sharp. My cheap domes are actually louder than my HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 29 June 2017, 13:29:38
Is your HHKB Hypersphere'd? Just wondering because I find my hypersphere'd HHKB to be quieter than Apple chiclet keyboards that my coworkers use. Or maybe it's because the sound is less sharp. My cheap domes are actually louder than my HHKB.

Nope! I love the sound of Topre keyboards stock -- no silencing of any kind.

I did however end up making one of my HHKBs quieter by lubing. I'm going to clean it off though I think as I preferred it stock. Perhaps I'll try a dry lube like graphite, or even white lithium grease might be good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shadowku on Thu, 29 June 2017, 13:56:26
Nope! I love the sound of Topre keyboards stock -- no silencing of any kind.

I did however end up making one of my HHKBs quieter by lubing. I'm going to clean it off though I think as I preferred it stock. Perhaps I'll try a dry lube like graphite, or even white lithium grease might be good.

My HHKB came Hypersphere'd and lubed so I've never tried a stock one =(
I almost like it enough to buy another though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rayoui on Thu, 29 June 2017, 15:36:35
Clueboard w/ Plum

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4186/34807615023_fbc705694f_h.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4193/35486325591_7e70149daa_h.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PQStarLord on Fri, 30 June 2017, 04:58:44
KBD75 with lubed Gateron Blacks - it's easily the best board I've used (http://i.imgur.com/rQT2IpR.png)

(Sorry about the picture, the lighting in my office is awful)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clasicks on Sun, 02 July 2017, 08:00:24
Currently typing on a 45g realforce 87u - Loving the topre as always but i am working on a lubed stickered gat black build to get some MX back in my life
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OneNightFriend on Sun, 02 July 2017, 09:33:11
This is my current home keyboard. VE.A with skeletor mods and hyperfuse alphas. Switches are vintage blacks in zealio housings.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170702/b410143fbea9abe8d09c5c3fe8468e36.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ns90 on Sun, 02 July 2017, 13:30:58
My current home boards is my 55g lubed HHKB, my current work board is my custom 60% with 78g Zealios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: brianjking on Sun, 02 July 2017, 14:45:00
Currently typing this on my HHKB Professional JP with Hasu BT. However, I primarily use a HHKB Professional 2 Type-S with Hasu BT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OneNightFriend on Sun, 02 July 2017, 14:57:25
KBD75 with lubed Gateron Blacks - it's easily the best board I've used
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rQT2IpR.png)


(Sorry about the picture, the lighting in my office is awful)

Nice skullthulu collection :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PQStarLord on Mon, 03 July 2017, 02:32:53
KBD75 with lubed Gateron Blacks - it's easily the best board I've used
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rQT2IpR.png)


(Sorry about the picture, the lighting in my office is awful)

Nice skullthulu collection :thumb:

Thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ojrask on Wed, 05 July 2017, 05:09:24
Currently typing on my WASD V2 TKL, switched from my 60% 30 minutes ago. Need to keep my ISO Nordic memory refreshed every now and then. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 05 July 2017, 15:34:30
Realforce 108US, 30g uniform Topre (non-silenced).

I had to try 30g Topre.  :-X

Next up might be the HiPro as I really want to try it... not sure when that might happen though.

(https://i.imgur.com/ixihzwu.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/xcxj4W2.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Wed, 05 July 2017, 17:08:25
[attach=1]
[attach=2]

Using my latest build right now. Gazzew66 PCB (60% with arrow cluster, really nice layout IMO), MOD-M switches spring swapped to 80g gold plated springs & lubed with thick krytox mix, Cherry screw in PCB mount stabilizers clipped & lubed with super lube, black alum/acyrilic sandwich case from Sentraq, enjoyPBT black/red hangul caps. Will be adding SIP sockets & either warm white or ice blue LEDs when my order from Mehkee's latest GB comes in.

Overall I am very happy with the way this build turned out & especially happy with the layout. The only real quirk of it is that there is no room for the /? key because of the arrow cluster so I programmed it to the R alt key which took a little getting used to. I had to do some "customizing" of the plate to get my layout to fit on it, nothing a Rotozip couldn't fix though. MOD switches proved to be a good decision again, very tactile & very smooth even without the lubing. I have heard some say they gotten really scratchy MOD switches so I'm guessing they revised the design in some way since the 1st few batches. I've gotten 2 batches of MODs so far & have found both to be up to my expectations.

The only part of the build I am kinda unhappy with is the acrylic mid layer sent with my sandwich from Sentraq. It was warped a bit & the hole drilled in the top middle does not line up with the other holes causing there to be a curve in the acrylic. Gonna have to replace that very soon, thinking of having a colored pc of acrylic custom cut for it since the under glow is only white. All in all though it is a dream to type on & is fairly quiet even though I can't add any shelf liner to the this case because of the underglow LEDs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: obviouslygene on Thu, 06 July 2017, 00:11:15
KC60s (gateron browns) with a cheap walnut wrist rest from ali express.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Thu, 06 July 2017, 05:58:31
(http://i.imgur.com/ohfatdC.jpg)

Zeal60 with Leandren alu grey case and Leandren carbon plate. Lubed 67g Zealios and Zeal gold plated stabs. GMK Sky Dolch. Braka Isu Fugu.

This thing types like heaven.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clasicks on Thu, 06 July 2017, 08:19:35
I am at work, so it is my hhkb pro 2 with purple silenced realforce sliders.

Makes work a joy to get some finger action on
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: chyros on Thu, 06 July 2017, 15:48:35
The best linear switches ever made; SKCL green NOS ^^ .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Auslander on Thu, 06 July 2017, 22:09:56
Silenced Realforce, this thing is really quiet, very glad i got it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Thu, 06 July 2017, 22:24:23
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OneNightFriend on Thu, 06 July 2017, 22:37:30
Just finished my first build! KBD75 with 65g zealios, clipped and lubed auth cherry stabs. Need to get the alternate layout set for borealis and figure out qmk now.

 (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170707/6e30da53def6ebbd01fd61c62fec6064.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 07 July 2017, 05:33:39
Just finished my first build! KBD75 with 65g zealios, clipped and lubed auth cherry stabs. Need to get the alternate layout set for borealis and figure out qmk now.

 
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170707/6e30da53def6ebbd01fd61c62fec6064.jpg)

Tasty!
Very nice build.

Would you recommend it for a first build?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gnmar2723 on Fri, 07 July 2017, 07:45:36
Just bought an HHKB Pro 1 and I love it. I actually like it a lot more than I thought because I haven't used anything but linears in a long time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FloFoer94 on Fri, 07 July 2017, 08:40:54
Everyone here is posting such nice keyboards. Look what they gave me at my new workplace as working student:
(http://i.imgur.com/i4dEghP.jpg)

That thing is the biggest piece of crap i have ever experienced in my life. The keys are so flat, if i hit the spacebar normally with my thumb, my thumb hits the case every time, because the spacebar goes deeper in than the frame is high. And the keys feel mushy. It's totally annoying.
Just as i started using mechanical keyboards and thereby getting to know a bit how good it could feel. Now i have to look for a really cheap 60/65% with non clicky switches to bring to university/work, preferably programmable.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OneNightFriend on Fri, 07 July 2017, 08:47:02
Just finished my first build! KBD75 with 65g zealios, clipped and lubed auth cherry stabs. Need to get the alternate layout set for borealis and figure out qmk now.

 
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170707/6e30da53def6ebbd01fd61c62fec6064.jpg)

Tasty!
Very nice build.

Would you recommend it for a first build?
Personally I found this very easy to solder. I don't know if it's the best starting board since it is pricier. Might be better to find a cheaper 60% or something.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 07 July 2017, 09:02:08
Just finished my first build! KBD75 with 65g zealios, clipped and lubed auth cherry stabs. Need to get the alternate layout set for borealis and figure out qmk now.

 
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170707/6e30da53def6ebbd01fd61c62fec6064.jpg)

Tasty!
Very nice build.

Would you recommend it for a first build?
Personally I found this very easy to solder. I don't know if it's the best starting board since it is pricier. Might be better to find a cheaper 60% or something.
That is true I wouldn't want something too expensive to start out on.
Been thinking of getting a kit someplace when I get all my parts for the soldering.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happykey on Sat, 08 July 2017, 12:45:38
356mini and mx-mini alu-skin keyboard.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happykey on Sat, 08 July 2017, 12:51:08
and happy-hacking white
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: happykey on Sat, 08 July 2017, 13:37:29
356MINI IS MY SECOND FAVORITE KEYBOARD



[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: asianboy30354 on Sat, 08 July 2017, 20:43:34
cooler master masterkeys pro s rgb  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 11 July 2017, 15:03:22
Still getting away with using a Lexmark SSK at work :D

Man my coworker threatened to kill me from the noise made with Cherry MX Reds, and even this one Chicony rubber dome board that had a noisy spacebar. 

If I brought my Model M to work I'd probably get executed on the spot, lol!

One other guys here pounds his keyboard so hard he's crushed the Ctrl key.

Another guy has a Ducky with MX blues (actually my keyboard that he is borrowing).

So noisy keyboards are kinda a thing.

There's only one guy that complained about the noise and he moved right down the other end of the office.

The guy pounding his kb reminds me of an incident I completely forgot about until now:
My boss at a newspaper editing office many years ago typed so vehemently that he destroyed 2 rubberdome keyboards in the 2 weeks that I worked there. He was a short, scrawny guy with a high, crackly voice...not who I'd picture as having hammer fingers. He mentioned to me that the office manager was tired of replacing his boards so often. He said he just liked typing hard.  :p
You know this story is true because it's boring.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 July 2017, 15:08:59
Still getting away with using a Lexmark SSK at work :D

Man my coworker threatened to kill me from the noise made with Cherry MX Reds, and even this one Chicony rubber dome board that had a noisy spacebar. 

If I brought my Model M to work I'd probably get executed on the spot, lol!

One other guys here pounds his keyboard so hard he's crushed the Ctrl key.

Another guy has a Ducky with MX blues (actually my keyboard that he is borrowing).

So noisy keyboards are kinda a thing.

There's only one guy that complained about the noise and he moved right down the other end of the office.

The guy pounding his kb reminds me of an incident I completely forgot about until now:
My boss at a newspaper editing office many years ago typed so vehemently that he destroyed 2 rubberdome keyboards in the 2 weeks that I worked there. He was a short, scrawny guy with a high, crackly voice...not who I'd picture as having hammer fingers. He mentioned to me that the office manager was tired of replacing his boards so often. He said he just liked typing hard.  :p
You know this story is true because it's boring.

I remember a guy at a car dealership i was at a while back,  the whole table rattled when he was typing.  idk if that's just his way of showmanship,  but he was all proud of how he's killed 12 dell keyboards already .. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Mon, 17 July 2017, 06:21:05
still the same board I use at work that I posted some time ago, but now with matching white marble wrist rest:

(http://i.imgur.com/jOckz8n.jpg)


I know, wrist rest is not good for the wrists but here its: aesthetics > health (I'm not using one at home + a vertical mouse, so it cancels itself out a bit in my head...)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Mon, 17 July 2017, 09:26:48
still the same board I use at work that I posted some time ago, but now with matching white marble wrist rest:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jOckz8n.jpg)



I know, wrist rest is not good for the wrists but here its: aesthetics > health (I'm not using one at home + a vertical mouse, so it cancels itself out a bit in my head...)
Very cool. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lazylewis on Tue, 18 July 2017, 04:15:56
still the same board I use at work that I posted some time ago, but now with matching white marble wrist rest:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jOckz8n.jpg)



I know, wrist rest is not good for the wrists but here its: aesthetics > health (I'm not using one at home + a vertical mouse, so it cancels itself out a bit in my head...)

Beautiful
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Gouty on Tue, 18 July 2017, 08:38:15
I am also typing on an ISO Novatouch.  Though it doesn't look quite as good as riocs.  Also photo is potato

(http://i.imgur.com/wmlEB5m.jpg)

Spray painted case, silenced with ironed landing pads, drawer liner in the case, Pexon cable, keycaps are OG Dyesubs and Hadapter bits (non cherry profile PBT spacebar, and I need a FN key!)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marutks on Wed, 19 July 2017, 12:25:04
kbd66 with zeal 67g
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ɔiɈɘʜɈƨ∍∀ on Thu, 20 July 2017, 00:38:51
typing on a 980c
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Thu, 20 July 2017, 04:54:14
Why, this one, of course.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mnmlisme on Thu, 20 July 2017, 17:36:56
still the same board I use at work that I posted some time ago, but now with matching white marble wrist rest:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jOckz8n.jpg)



I know, wrist rest is not good for the wrists but here its: aesthetics > health (I'm not using one at home + a vertical mouse, so it cancels itself out a bit in my head...)
and i thought wrist rest is good for the wrists? or was that the ol gel type?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: user 18 on Thu, 20 July 2017, 17:46:46
still the same board I use at work that I posted some time ago, but now with matching white marble wrist rest:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jOckz8n.jpg)



I know, wrist rest is not good for the wrists but here its: aesthetics > health (I'm not using one at home + a vertical mouse, so it cancels itself out a bit in my head...)
and i thought wrist rest is good for the wrists? or was that the ol gel type?

You shouldn't rest your wrists on a wrist rest while typing, you should float your wrists above it. Nothing wrong with having a wrist rest to rest your wrists on while not typing, as far as I'm aware, no matter what material it is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 23 July 2017, 10:20:34
Why, this one, of course.
I know what you mean Ander. Every time I see this thread, I keep thinking "THE SAME KEYBOARD!" And if you don't know what it is, there are plenty of posts on it!
(http://i.imgur.com/C0myO02.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 23 July 2017, 20:12:26
Worn-down, shiny Red Alert GMK back on my 356 Mini after having OG dyesubs on it for a while. Forgot how good shiny GMK feels, I think I prefer it on this board since I can't put the full OG dyesubs set on (mods + spacebar don't fit on the WK + shoft shift layout).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snozberries on Sun, 23 July 2017, 22:47:53
At the moment, a FC660M...but I want that FC660C life :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sun, 23 July 2017, 23:46:41
Anyone else starting to get the (admittedly nice) problem of not knowing which keyboard out of your fleet to use each day because you now own a few that you'd consider a dream board?

Feel like this is the same problem Jay Leno has when deciding what to take to work that day.

Wish all of my "problems" were like this  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 24 July 2017, 00:06:35
Anyone else starting to get the (admittedly nice) problem of not knowing which keyboard out of your fleet to use each day because you now own a few that you'd consider a dream board?

Feel like this is the same problem Jay Leno has when deciding what to take to work that day.

Wish all of my "problems" were like this  ;D

i just use my filco
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Mon, 24 July 2017, 02:56:26
Anyone else starting to get the (admittedly nice) problem of not knowing which keyboard out of your fleet to use each day because you now own a few that you'd consider a dream board?

Feel like this is the same problem Jay Leno has when deciding what to take to work that day.

Wish all of my "problems" were like this  ;D
Not quite there yet.
But I am satisfied with the current daily driver I'm using and that's been a problem for me for a long long time.
I used to switch almost daily because I just wasn't feeling the layout/switch of the board I'm using - I don't have that problem at the moment.

Still lookin' for the perfect TKL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Mon, 24 July 2017, 02:59:11
Anyone else starting to get the (admittedly nice) problem of not knowing which keyboard out of your fleet to use each day because you now own a few that you'd consider a dream board?

Feel like this is the same problem Jay Leno has when deciding what to take to work that day.

Wish all of my "problems" were like this  ;D


yeah, kinda... that's why I've got about 5-6 in my regular rotation. will probably get worse with the next 3 custom boards coming in the next months  :-\
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marutks on Mon, 24 July 2017, 06:59:24
I have got two dream boards - HHKB2 and KBD66 with 67g Zealios. :thumb:  I can't use both at the same time.  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Mon, 24 July 2017, 10:42:10
My home board right now. Need to get some black blanks to fill in the gaps.

(http://i.imgur.com/7Amtlt0.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alienman82 on Mon, 24 July 2017, 16:57:32
removed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Mon, 24 July 2017, 17:18:28
My home board right now. Need to get some black blanks to fill in the gaps.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7Amtlt0.jpg)


why don't you use POM caps lock? just desolder that one switch and change it

Why don't you stop touching yourself?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Tue, 25 July 2017, 12:03:18
My "Lightrez" Blackbird 87 with Green Gaterons, SIP socket mod, Sky Blue LED's, and Black Warmaster...

(http://i.imgur.com/cvmK179.jpg)

Just waiting for DSA Lightcycle to arrive!

 :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: directheatedtriode on Tue, 25 July 2017, 18:03:56
Filco Zero with SKCM blue

(http://i.imgur.com/2W7BntW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Tue, 25 July 2017, 18:24:42
My "Lightrez" Blackbird 87 with Green Gaterons, SIP socket mod, Sky Blue LED's, and Black Warmaster...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cvmK179.jpg)


Just waiting for DSA Lightcycle to arrive!

 :cool:
Damn that's a nice board!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Tue, 25 July 2017, 18:27:26
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170725/7b90bfb255cf78a5b513a1891a33be90.jpg)

Wooting one is currently in use (replacing my main custom powdercoated kbd75) as it's fresh in, and also there is my Satan GH60 hyperfuse work board as well
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 00zeRO on Tue, 25 July 2017, 20:19:12
My "Lightrez" Blackbird 87 with Green Gaterons, SIP socket mod, Sky Blue LED's, and Black Warmaster...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cvmK179.jpg)


Just waiting for DSA Lightcycle to arrive!

 :cool:
Damn that's a nice board!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks. It sounds/feels nice too...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fresh_start102 on Tue, 25 July 2017, 20:26:21
right now I am using a laptop keyboard because when i use a mehanical keyboard on top it starts messing with the laptop keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marutks on Wed, 26 July 2017, 04:53:04
many people can't afford mechanical keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pabile on Wed, 26 July 2017, 05:17:17
trying to wear out keycaps of this beaut with cleaned and lubed salmon alps

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zaladine on Wed, 26 July 2017, 10:56:43
Work: i use poker 3.
Home: since limited space, i just stick with build in macbook keyboard


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doluded on Wed, 26 July 2017, 12:14:23
Work: i use poker 3.
Home: since limited space, i just stick with build in macbook keyboard


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Limited space? Couldn't you just put your keyboard on top of the built in one?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nonster on Wed, 26 July 2017, 13:25:33
HiPro HHKB JP w/ Hyperspheres & RAMA M10-A

(http://i.imgur.com/ARRHson.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shekki on Fri, 28 July 2017, 10:51:30
GH60 rev.C w/ IMSTO Hangul, RAMA X, 65g lubed vint blacks w/ brass plate

(http://i.imgur.com/NOBo5Pz.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kreylix on Sun, 20 August 2017, 01:11:16
Just finished up my new build! Rev1 Leopold FC660M w/ Clueboard PCB, modded plate to accept a standard 6.25u costar stab, SMD Gateron greens with 85g springs and lubed rails. In the original rose gold case with GMK Plum.

Hopefully I cn get some better pics soon.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QdWTlJF.jpg)


I have an Leopold FC660M - what key caps are these and where can I purchase them?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sun, 20 August 2017, 01:14:13
Titanium Gray Jane round 1. Lubed MX Tactile Grays with 78g SPRiT springs, and black Cherry POM keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 20 August 2017, 05:05:26
GH60 rev.C w/ IMSTO Hangul, RAMA X, 65g lubed vint blacks w/ brass plate

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/NOBo5Pz.jpg)


Is that the 60% case from Techkeys?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shekki on Sun, 20 August 2017, 05:50:15

Is that the 60% case from Techkeys?

it's the kbdfans high profile aluminum case
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rjuju on Mon, 21 August 2017, 12:59:55
D

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Skinjob on Mon, 21 August 2017, 14:13:46
Ducky Shine3 MX Browns with Ducky Purple Shine3 caps!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 21 August 2017, 14:37:13

Is that the 60% case from Techkeys?

it's the kbdfans high profile aluminum case

How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clee290 on Mon, 21 August 2017, 16:01:22
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've had good experiencing when buying from them. I can't comment on their assembly services though, but I haven't heard bad things.

I'm currently using the NIU by KBDfans.
(http://i.imgur.com/QoffrDM.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Mon, 21 August 2017, 16:26:09
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've had good experiencing when buying from them. I can't comment on their assembly services though, but I haven't heard bad things.

I'm currently using the NIU by KBDfans.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QoffrDM.jpg)


Thank you for the feedback, I am considering some stuff from them because their prices are pretty competitive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shekki on Mon, 21 August 2017, 17:14:00
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've only bought the case and I think they were the ones that sent me my EnjoyPBTs as well, not 100% sure. But no bad experiences thus far
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: glack23 on Mon, 21 August 2017, 21:21:08
Whitefox & Realforce
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Mon, 21 August 2017, 22:02:13
Whitefox & Realforce

Jealous of this setup. Nice boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mnmlisme on Wed, 23 August 2017, 09:07:22
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've had good experiencing when buying from them. I can't comment on their assembly services though, but I haven't heard bad things.

I'm currently using the NIU by KBDfans.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QoffrDM.jpg)

ive been eyeing on NIU as well, how is it? good?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clee290 on Wed, 23 August 2017, 10:03:05
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've had good experiencing when buying from them. I can't comment on their assembly services though, but I haven't heard bad things.

I'm currently using the NIU by KBDfans.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QoffrDM.jpg)

ive been eyeing on NIU as well, how is it? good?

Yes, I'm very happy with it! It is my first ortholinear keyboard, so I can't really compare it to the Planck. I chose the full aluminum version and was actually expecting the aluminum base to be hollow, so I was planning to put some shelf liner to dampen the sound, but it turns out the bottom piece is actually a solid piece of aluminum and I don't think there would even be enough space for the shelf liner :P But yea, the solid aluminum base adds some really nice weight to the keyboard. Obviously, having the aluminum base means that I can't really take advantage of the RGB underglow, but that doesn't bother me. As for software, it uses QMK, so that's awesome. Overall, it's a great keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mnmlisme on Wed, 23 August 2017, 18:08:14
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've had good experiencing when buying from them. I can't comment on their assembly services though, but I haven't heard bad things.

I'm currently using the NIU by KBDfans.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QoffrDM.jpg)

ive been eyeing on NIU as well, how is it? good?

Yes, I'm very happy with it! It is my first ortholinear keyboard, so I can't really compare it to the Planck. I chose the full aluminum version and was actually expecting the aluminum base to be hollow, so I was planning to put some shelf liner to dampen the sound, but it turns out the bottom piece is actually a solid piece of aluminum and I don't think there would even be enough space for the shelf liner :P But yea, the solid aluminum base adds some really nice weight to the keyboard. Obviously, having the aluminum base means that I can't really take advantage of the RGB underglow, but that doesn't bother me. As for software, it uses QMK, so that's awesome. Overall, it's a great keyboard.
nice info on the base. been wondering on that too. never had an ortho so was thinking of givin NIU a shot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skidude9678 on Wed, 23 August 2017, 18:39:29
Been using a KBP V80 with Matias Click switches. Have it in an aluminum case I got off Aliexpress. Using a combination of Tai Hao Dolch caps and Bulgarian cyrillic caps from a keyboard like that seen in this thread: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71836.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71836.0)

(http://i.imgur.com/SgpKc6E.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Wed, 23 August 2017, 18:48:39
Nice Cyrillic key caps, but the mix with Tai Hao looks a bit off.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skidude9678 on Wed, 23 August 2017, 18:54:35
It's more or less temporary until I can get some caps that fit that match the cyrillic ones. Most of the bottom row as well as the enter and backspace key that came with the cyrillic caps are the wrong size for my layout. Any ideas on ones that would be close in color yet still fit this layout? Only idea I have is AT-101W caps or something.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tris0908 on Wed, 23 August 2017, 19:31:11
Currently using the ABKO Hacker K965p 55G (wooh, that's long) for the office since it's a cheaper Topre-clone and has no RGB. :)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170824/988cced974c0fd65d746cc0e41ed9dd7.jpg)

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AnyKeyboard on Wed, 23 August 2017, 21:45:09
In Office: Armaggeddon KAI-9
Short Description: Gaming Membrane Keyboard with 7 colour backlit LEDs.

At Home: Rotate among Logitech G810, Steelseries Apex M650 & Ducky 0.
Short Description:
a) Logitech G810 - RGB Mechanical kb with Romer G switches. Great for typing as it is slightly quieter than Cherry MX switches. Ok for Gaming.
b) Steelseries Apex M650 - RGB Mechanical kb with linear Gateron switches. Great switch for gaming. Like the EQ mode very much.
c) Ducky 0 - Cherry MX Red switch non backlit kb. Also a great switch for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Sat, 26 August 2017, 23:40:42
I'm using the Apple A1243.  Love it. I know it has its haters and followers, but for a shallow scissor key keyboard, it is one of the best ones out there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ds26gte on Mon, 28 August 2017, 17:07:10
(http://[attachimg=1])

The Bloody B820R with LK (Light striKe) Blues. I've used a 75% and a 60% board before, both with Cherry MX Blues, but realized I much prefer non-embedded arrow keys and mouse keys (= numpad). So while shopping for a full-size, decided I might as well try out some newish if risky technology.

Seemed light at first, but there's been no flex or lack of inertia. Also sounded rather loud initially, even for a blue switch, but my eardrums adjusted very quickly. Despite the tacky name and logo, the board looks very sober and traditional -- you can't tell it's running some cutting-edge optical technology under that nondescript hood. I quite like it; my best keyboard so far -- don't quite know why the LK Blues aren't very popular here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 28 August 2017, 22:00:42
Switched back to my CODE (MX clears) at work, and tried using my Ducky Shine 1 at home but can't get used to a full size keyboard again, so I switched to my Ducky Shine 5 Yellow Edition (MX blacks).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Tue, 29 August 2017, 06:21:33
Have not had the slightest urge to change, still rocking my Leopold 750R W/ MX Reds.  It's funny how much I used to hate reds until I tried a very solid board that uses them now I love them.  I even tried one of my boards with browns and one with Blues the other day and they just felt needlessly overly heavy per key actuation. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: obviouslygene on Tue, 29 August 2017, 23:32:42
Currently M65-A with MOD-H switches and cheap oem profile PBT key caps.
Waiting for SA Carbon =_=
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: punksinatra on Wed, 30 August 2017, 07:50:37
Happily using this one

(http://i.imgur.com/aqAuNaY.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 30 August 2017, 09:31:53
X60 with lubed 62g vintage blacks.  I've been mainly using TKL's this past year. I'd forgotten how good a 60% is.
This grey case always looks silver in all my pictures.

(http://i.imgur.com/I6bDTVn.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Wed, 30 August 2017, 12:17:41
Still using my end-game Realforce RGB Space Cadet, but now with its matching Pexon cable:

(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=43865.0;attach=176887;image)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Wed, 30 August 2017, 15:07:11
(http://i.imgur.com/iWKIKKP.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/rjVelRh.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/rK43vmo.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/scIfdof.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 07 September 2017, 14:56:49
Flavor flave.

(https://i.imgur.com/LcftKms.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Thu, 07 September 2017, 15:00:12
Taking the ol' WASD V2 for a spin...

(https://i.imgur.com/cB5Fou4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Thu, 07 September 2017, 15:00:50
Flavor flave.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/LcftKms.jpg)


You know your fidget game is overboard when you have a mat for them :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 07 September 2017, 15:04:03
Flavor flave.

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You know your fidget game is overboard when you have a mat for them :D

lol It's the keyboard mat from fohat.digs. I never cut it to the proper size. Was going to get around to it, but now that I have these two fidget toys they are perfect to put on the overhang of the mat since I can just grab them quickly with my hand.
So the overhang stays!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Thu, 07 September 2017, 15:05:55
Flavor flave.

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You know your fidget game is overboard when you have a mat for them :D

lol It's the keyboard mat from fohat.digs. I never cut it to the proper size. Was going to get around to it, but now that I have these two fidget toys they are perfect to put on the overhang of the mat since I can just grab them quickly with my hand.
So the overhang stays!

Hah! Looks great! Now fix your space bar please :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 07 September 2017, 15:19:17
Flavor flave.

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You know your fidget game is overboard when you have a mat for them :D

lol It's the keyboard mat from fohat.digs. I never cut it to the proper size. Was going to get around to it, but now that I have these two fidget toys they are perfect to put on the overhang of the mat since I can just grab them quickly with my hand.
So the overhang stays!

Hah! Looks great! Now fix your space bar please :)

I did! That's why I have it the correct orientation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: digi on Thu, 07 September 2017, 15:20:03
Flavor flave.

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You know your fidget game is overboard when you have a mat for them :D

lol It's the keyboard mat from fohat.digs. I never cut it to the proper size. Was going to get around to it, but now that I have these two fidget toys they are perfect to put on the overhang of the mat since I can just grab them quickly with my hand.
So the overhang stays!

Hah! Looks great! Now fix your space bar please :)

I did! That's why I have it the correct orientation.

...

I'm gonna have to report this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: badziew on Mon, 11 September 2017, 09:01:12
Logitech K810, ISO-US layout. Nice scissor rubberdome with rather stuff and springy keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Sun, 17 September 2017, 22:55:52
some old compaq with v browns
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: psiclone on Mon, 18 September 2017, 13:51:28
Was using a Corsair Strafe (I know, I know...but w/e it works) and now moving to my Glorious Modular Keyboard with new switches (Kailh Speed Pinks, Kailh Pro Burgundies, and Gateron Yellows with Zealencio clips).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 18 September 2017, 20:22:44
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First thought that crossed my mind: "Why would you ever need that many mice?"  :))  Then I remembered that keyboards are a thing and I have a lot of them.  :facepalm: 

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Digging the board, man.  Makes me wish there were blank CMY sets.  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: psiclone on Mon, 18 September 2017, 20:46:56
OK, got the Glorious MK almost fully set up.  I need to get some sound dampening and still trying to decide what I like on it best, but I love the feel of the Kailh Burgundies the most.  The sound is best when muffled by a z-clip on the yellows, which seems inconsistent.  On some I have to add in an O-ring and/or a landing pad.  Would love to test out a QMX clip.  The feel of the pinks is great, but it's all loud.

EDIT:  The board's pretty much done, all but the lack of silencing (at least for now), might not be what I was after ultimately, but at least I'm getting that nice "thock" sound.  It's not Topre, but it's nice.

EDIT:  Uploaded the board with new keycaps.  I also managed to take the silencing a step forward with aquarium sealant.  Here's the thread on the results of that:  https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91847.msg2500701#msg2500701

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bettablue on Tue, 19 September 2017, 15:16:11
Personally, I have 4 Model M part # 801(sorry, I'm in the hospital as I write this.  Also using a Bluetooth keyboard with iPad tablet). All of my model M's have all been bolt modded, and all feel fantastic.  I love the simple nature as it gives an audible "Click" as the key registers the keystroke is complete.   I have tried other keyboards that were supposed to mimic the Model M, but I can tell the difference.  Maybe the choice of switch is what was wrong.  Can anyone give me feedback on which mechanical keys are the best match for the IBM Model M?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Tue, 19 September 2017, 18:58:13
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Carpe_JD45.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Carpe_JD45.jpg)

Carpe JD45 with Cherry MX brown switches, and added Mac command keys.  It's proving to be an interesting experience: lovely in some ways, frustrating in others.

EDIT: Since I can't figure out how to make embedded images actually work here, I changed it to a URL link.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Wed, 20 September 2017, 11:31:22
(https://i.imgur.com/DuQMPoI.jpg)

Pok3r with Clears and DSA Granite caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Wed, 20 September 2017, 16:52:25
Pok3r with Clears and DSA Granite caps.

Nice! When I see such cool SA caps (something I could never buy and stay married, BTW, having a wife who for some reason can't grasp why anyone would spend as much on a key set as they could on an entire MK), it cancels out my bafflement over the whole super-mini-keeb thing. If I had such awesome keys to caress, I wouldn't care that I'd chosen to slow myself down and do so much extra work to type the same stuff.

And there's the wittiness of having such retro-authentic keys (not "caps", BTW; that refers to the tops of two-piece IBM keys) on a layout that never would've been seen in the original SA days—like putting running boards on a Tesla.

I'm using the QIC SK-8802B-1U (probably a rebranded Chicony KB-5191):


(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=74889.0;attach=109763;image)


...whose restore I showed everyone (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=74889.0) back in 19-[mumble mumble not thinking about how quickly time passes etc.]. Sigh, vintage MX Blues... Imagine creating a switch whose longevity enables it to improve over time, like fine wine. Okay, now stop imagining it and get a vintage MX board—or just get a new one and type on it for a while. If you e-babble like me, you should have it in vintage shape in no time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lazylewis on Sat, 23 September 2017, 06:57:44
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Pok3r with Clears and DSA Granite caps.
Looks like a render
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sat, 23 September 2017, 07:22:07
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Pok3r with Clears and DSA Granite caps.
Lookin' good, man! :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Wed, 27 September 2017, 10:58:42
Pok3r with Clears and DSA Granite caps.

Nice! When I see such cool SA caps (something I could never buy and stay married, BTW, having a wife who for some reason can't grasp why anyone would spend as much on a key set as they could on an entire MK), it cancels out my bafflement over the whole super-mini-keeb thing. If I had such awesome keys to caress, I wouldn't care that I'd chosen to slow myself down and do so much extra work to type the same stuff.

And there's the wittiness of having such retro-authentic keys (not "caps", BTW; that refers to the tops of two-piece IBM keys) on a layout that never would've been seen in the original SA days—like putting running boards on a Tesla.

Haha, thanks for the comment.  ;D

I'll happily admit that I mainly use the Pok3r as my "change of pace" board. My every-day work horse is still my Realforce 88UB. Going from a TKL to a 60% definitely requires some adjustment but it's been a lot easier than I expected it would. I still have a soft spot for retro full-size boards, though. You have some sweet boards there, I love restoration projects too!

Looks like a render

Not sure whether I should take that as criticism or a compliment?  :D

Lookin' good, man! :cool:

Thanks, it's a pretty nifty little board. Very happy with it so far. A pleasure doing business with you.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 29 September 2017, 18:41:50
Pok3r with Clears and DSA Granite caps.

Nice! When I see such cool SA caps (something I could never buy and stay married, BTW, having a wife who for some reason can't grasp why anyone would spend as much on a key set as they could on an entire MK), it cancels out my bafflement over the whole super-mini-keeb thing. If I had such awesome keys to caress, I wouldn't care that I'd chosen to slow myself down and do so much extra work to type the same stuff.

And there's the wittiness of having such retro-authentic keys (not "caps", BTW; that refers to the tops of two-piece IBM keys) on a layout that never would've been seen in the original SA days—like putting running boards on a Tesla.

I'm using the QIC SK-8802B-1U (probably a rebranded Chicony KB-5191):


Show Image
(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=74889.0;attach=109763;image)



...whose restore I showed everyone (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=74889.0) back in 19-[mumble mumble not thinking about how quickly time passes etc.]. Sigh, vintage MX Blues... Imagine creating a switch whose longevity enables it to improve over time, like fine wine. Okay, now stop imagining it and get a vintage MX board—or just get a new one and type on it for a while. If you e-babble like me, you should have it in vintage shape in no time.

....until you realize how much you miss buckling springs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ADFX_Pixy on Sat, 30 September 2017, 12:58:22
Been using my newly-acquired TADA68 with Gateron Browns. Really impressed with Gateron's Brown switches after exclusively using Cherry switches for the past 3 years (Shine 3 w/ Blues, QFR w/ Browns, MK 2016 w/ Browns). Looking to acquire a nice numpad to pair with this along with getting an aluminum case, which I regret not getting initially.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sat, 30 September 2017, 16:33:52
....until you realize how much you miss buckling springs.

LOL  :thumb:

Been using my newly-acquired TADA68 with Gateron Browns. Really impressed with Gateron's Brown switches after exclusively using Cherry switches for the past 3 years (Shine 3 w/ Blues, QFR w/ Browns, MK 2016 w/ Browns)...

I've found Gat Blacks awesome, too—smoother, a tad lighter, and more fun to type on than MX Blacks.

I'm typing on my Turbot TKL (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=90333.0). I still can't believe this little board was so cheap. It feels so good, and has such a great sound.

I've become a non-fan of so-called high-quality, massively dense boards where all you hear or feel is the switches... I find it a lot more fun when the board contributes some personality of its own. That's not to say the Turbot isn't solid; it has a fine heft and doesn't move a bit. But it's not a solid slab of metal, either. There's a middle ground IMHO, where "less is more".
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moistgun on Sun, 01 October 2017, 11:09:08
Flavor flave.

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Nice fgt spnner
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: reovadea on Sun, 01 October 2017, 15:14:35
I am currently using a Cherry G80-1800 with German ISO layout. This will then be outfitted with the Godspeed XDA set in the orange version, when it arrives next year.

At the moment the board has MX Blacks on it but i will switch the alphas with MX Blues from my -3000. I found both of them for under 10€ each on ebay. Since then I am using mechs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Sun, 01 October 2017, 16:07:45
Flavor flave.

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Nice fgt spnner

I posted it for you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Tue, 03 October 2017, 06:33:29
A dumpster find with a very unique switch, Futaba MA Clicky. I spent many hours cleaning it up. This is a Chicony KB-5191

Before:
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After:
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Keycaps still yellowed a bit, and the plastic under the lock light decal is yellowed where the peroxide didn't reach, but I am amazed by the power of retrobright.

PS: Strangely I have noticed common keys, like the vowels, all have a louder click than the less used keys, like q and z. I think this is the only switch I have seen that ages towards a louder click. Very strange.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mnmlisme on Tue, 03 October 2017, 06:50:14
current daily:
office - KBPARADISE v60 matias quiet click (not as good as I thought it would be, so probably will be replacing this in near future)
home - HHKB pro 2 black (BEST!)
gaming - SABER68 gateron yellow lubed with 68g sprit (2nd BEST!)
#mnmlismecurrentkeyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: balotz on Tue, 03 October 2017, 12:55:28
A dumpster find with a very unique switch, Futaba MA Clicky. I spent many hours cleaning it up. This is a Chicony KB-5191

Before:
(Attachment Link)
After:
(Attachment Link)

Keycaps still yellowed a bit, and the plastic under the lock light decal is yellowed where the peroxide didn't reach, but I am amazed by the power of retrobright.

PS: Strangely I have noticed common keys, like the vowels, all have a louder click than the less used keys, like q and z. I think this is the only switch I have seen that ages towards a louder click. Very strange.

There's a rubber mat inside the switch which cushions the impact of the slider. In time, the rubber warps upwards, reducing the travel of the plate spring. You can imagine that on heavily used keys the rubber might not have had a chance to warp as it's being repeatedly flattened by the slider.

You can restore the original tactility by removing a keycap and pressing down very hard on the slider. I've done this on one of my Futaba boards - every key now clicks nicely. Mind you, that board (an SKM-1030) has plate mounted switches - if yours are mounted only on a PCB I wouldn't recommending doing this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thekiddzac on Tue, 03 October 2017, 14:18:38
Just put some pink flair on my fc660c. even updated my pixel pic in my signature!

(https://i.imgur.com/17DLMyP.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Duckyreddy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 02:35:21
Just put some pink flair on my fc660c. even updated my pixel pic in my signature!

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Very nice! I love the pink!  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smithyithy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 03:18:12
Current daily / office board: KBD75, 78g Zealios, GMK Coniferous:

(https://i.imgur.com/jRja0hM.jpg)

Build thread:

https://imgur.com/a/yr6Kx

 :cool: :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ambalek on Wed, 04 October 2017, 04:59:22
Current daily / office board: KBD75, 78g Zealios, GMK Coniferous:

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Build thread:

https://imgur.com/a/yr6Kx

 :cool: :thumb:

That's a nice board, kbdfans are making some really nice stuff now. Great build guide btw!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smithyithy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 07:37:55
Cheers dude - and I agree, in terms of quality and value they’re really good!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thekiddzac on Wed, 04 October 2017, 08:44:57
Just put some pink flair on my fc660c. even updated my pixel pic in my signature!

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Very nice! I love the pink!  :p

Thanks! I wasn't sold at first, got this spacebar and a few caps on a whim. Now i'm in love with it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Thu, 05 October 2017, 00:25:12
Man... so close. Damn you 1.75u shift key...

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Switches are gateron greens with 67g springs. W, S, and Shift are Blues instead. This is to reduce fatigue while gaming while still being consistent enough to not disturb typing.

PS: Anyone know where I can find a 1.75u shift(or blank) key in black? Preferably DSA?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 05 October 2017, 02:38:09
Pack of 4 from PMK is $6 - https://pimpmykeyboard.com/dsa-1-75-space-pack-of-4/

Or could be worth posting a wanted ad on mech market, someone's bound to have one from a grab bag they could send you
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: psiclone on Mon, 09 October 2017, 13:16:39
Currently using the ABKO Hacker K965p 55G (wooh, that's long) for the office since it's a cheaper Topre-clone and has no RGB. :)
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I like your keyboard!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtianyves on Tue, 10 October 2017, 12:04:17
I've finally put in enough time using my mechmini as a daily driver that I'm back to typing full speed again. I really like having a split spacebar as it's very versatile and having the numbers and symbols on a function layer actually saves me less keystrokes. I think the best part about a 40% keyboard is the reduced travel for my fingers since everything is super close from home row with just one row up or down.

Even something like pressing backspace requires less effort since it's right beside P and is just one key up for my pinky while resting on home row. And since it's 1u it requires even less actuation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ojrask on Tue, 10 October 2017, 14:51:23
I'm using my new ErgoDox. RIP muscle memory.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 10 October 2017, 15:44:46
I've finally put in enough time using my mechmini as a daily driver that I'm back to typing full speed again. I really like having a split spacebar as it's very versatile and having the numbers and symbols on a function layer actually saves me less keystrokes. I think the best part about a 40% keyboard is the reduced travel for my fingers since everything is super close from home row with just one row up or down.

Even something like pressing backspace requires less effort since it's right beside P and is just one key up for my pinky while resting on home row. And since it's 1u it requires even less actuation.

Is there a typing  comparison of a 40 layout vs 60 or larger keyboard, somewhere?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 10 October 2017, 16:03:34

^_^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 10 October 2017, 16:48:57

^_^

It seems that he is running some bot code like this:

$( "#inputfield" ).keyup(function() { $("#inputfield").val( $(".highlight").text() )});

lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 10 October 2017, 17:38:12
Nope, Plover.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Tue, 10 October 2017, 18:03:56
87UB 55g uniform. Best Board Ever. ENDGAME
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtianyves on Wed, 11 October 2017, 18:32:10
I've finally put in enough time using my mechmini as a daily driver that I'm back to typing full speed again. I really like having a split spacebar as it's very versatile and having the numbers and symbols on a function layer actually saves me less keystrokes. I think the best part about a 40% keyboard is the reduced travel for my fingers since everything is super close from home row with just one row up or down.

Even something like pressing backspace requires less effort since it's right beside P and is just one key up for my pinky while resting on home row. And since it's 1u it requires even less actuation.

No but that's a great blog post idea!

Would you find it useful to read something like that though? I was using a 60% for the past year and only just moved to 40% recently so let me know what kind of info you're after. I guess besides finger placement there's just the whole programming for my personal typing habits, etc. Can't think of anything else off top of my head.



Is there a typing  comparison of a 40 layout vs 60 or larger keyboard, somewhere?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cynamin on Wed, 11 October 2017, 19:52:20
Switching between a Corsair Strafe with dvorak and a Razer Blackwidow with qwerty. I can't wait to buy literally anything to replace both of them, but I'm eyeing the Qisan magicforce 68 for my next purchase.
Until then, suffering.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Wed, 11 October 2017, 21:58:57
122 Key Model F from 1985.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 11 October 2017, 23:41:35
(https://i.imgur.com/ZLWG4Zw.jpg)

Just my sharp little Sharp.

Alps SKCM Cream (the ones that come from NeXT non-ADB keyboards, not the dampened ones)

AT101 alphas.

I'm going to need to do some RBing soon. I love this little thing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Thu, 12 October 2017, 00:16:35
Topre RGB. Lubed and Oringed. It is not built like these 70's-80's boards. Or at least seemingly not. Nothing is today. That was an age when the usage of materials did not matter to anyone. You compare a board with 4-5 Inches around it to one with .5 Inches. That is not to say it cannot be solid in it's own right but not that kind of solid. At the moment I actually am appreciating a more compact board. I have the usual suspects M,F,Wyse and all of that.  The point where it is too small for me is the HHKB. Of which I have 3 as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 13 October 2017, 07:53:28
(https://i.imgur.com/CZk5LLc.jpg)
 :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Fri, 13 October 2017, 08:09:40
Back on the Dell KB522... Yes it's nice that the HP KU-0901 is tenkeyless but the domes are a little stiff.  I think they are weighed out to around 65g-70g.

I am going to open it up over the weekend to see if it's remotely doable to either put KB522 domes in or even those 35g ones made for the Plum.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Fri, 13 October 2017, 08:49:34
Some Microsoft wireless KB I was issued at work. The layout is all smooshed and I keep hitting 'Insert' instead of backspace.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: teknikality on Fri, 13 October 2017, 12:13:10
Realforce 87U 55G for home use and a Plum Nano75 for work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 13 October 2017, 12:49:56
Pájaro negro

(https://i.imgur.com/4TvV9eU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Fri, 13 October 2017, 13:32:51
Pájaro negro

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Not enough shine, aka GARB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 13 October 2017, 13:46:29
Pájaro negro

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Not enough shine, aka GARB

Greasin up my fingers as we speak
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Mon, 16 October 2017, 15:18:45
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Azmodan on Mon, 16 October 2017, 16:11:18
At home I am currently using a Logitech G610 Brown, which I am looking to replace with an IBM Model M (non-Lexmark) and at work I replaced a tenkeyless Chinese I-500 with MX Blue switches, with a 1992 IBM Model M (getting a Unicomp ESC key for it since it came without one).
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 17 October 2017, 02:46:44
Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite

Model number is E06401COMB. Sounds like Key Tronic. They definitely made the older model (simply "Natural Keyboard") and it would explain the relatively stiff but tight domes.

I'm using it mainly because I'm at my dad's place, but haven't brought my usual travel keyboard. This layout drives me mad. 6 on the wrong side (heh) combined with a weird-feeling offset due to the split, and I'm lazy to remap the whole number row for only a day of typing. I'd also get rid of the numpad or nav section. So yeah, I basically want the more recent Sculpt Ergonomic keyboard. I do have one at home, but still never use it, because of the annoying wireless implementation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Coffee on Tue, 17 October 2017, 12:01:24
Realforce 87U 55g just arrived, and it is one awesome in all regards. I love that deep dark clack.

For gaming, I'm still using the Leopold FC750R PD with Kailh Box Whites, which has a much brighter clicky sound to them. Sometimes I use a Filco MJ2 TKL with Kailh Box Pale Blues which feel like the 55g version of the Box Whites.

Edit: I actually have been using the Realforce for gaming too (League of Legends) and really liking it  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 17 October 2017, 14:40:05
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

(Attachment Link)

Got a board with vintage browns coming soon, how you liking yours?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 17 October 2017, 14:40:39
Magicforce 68 Outemu Blues

[attachimg=1]

(don't worry about the desk. It's fine)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Tue, 17 October 2017, 15:09:35
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

(Attachment Link)

Got a board with vintage browns coming soon, how you liking yours?
With the stock springs I didn't care for them, but with the 62g springs they are very nice.  Also, this board has a heavy steel plate so they feel really solid. 

Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 17 October 2017, 15:12:17
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

(Attachment Link)

Got a board with vintage browns coming soon, how you liking yours?
With the stock springs I didn't care for them, but with the 62g springs they are very nice.  Also, this board has a heavy steel plate so they feel really solid. 

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Mine are 65g gold w/ some thicc lube

Had them on an old compaq for a long time and loved them, so was just hoping that after tuning them up they'd be even better.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Tue, 17 October 2017, 15:16:59
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

(Attachment Link)

Got a board with vintage browns coming soon, how you liking yours?
With the stock springs I didn't care for them, but with the 62g springs they are very nice.  Also, this board has a heavy steel plate so they feel really solid. 

Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

Mine are 65g gold w/ some thicc lube

Had them on an old compaq for a long time and loved them, so was just hoping that after tuning them up they'd be even better.
I think you will like them a lot. 

Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: psiclone on Tue, 24 October 2017, 09:55:32
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

(Attachment Link)

Nice setup!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Badwrench on Tue, 24 October 2017, 10:01:26
Work board:  Chinese TKL kit, lubed and stickered 62g vintage browns, PBT massdrop caps. 

(Attachment Link)

Nice setup!

Thank you.  I know the transparent red space bar is not for everyone, but this setup finally let me use this one from an ancient Keypop GB.  I actually just signed up for the dyesub cherry blossom spacebar GB on massdrop and think that one will really go well with the theme of the board. 

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Corgi Butts on Tue, 24 October 2017, 10:27:21
Whitefox v1.1 in Truefox layout w/ 78g lubed Zeals & SIP socket LEDs.  Stock caps for now till MiTo decides to finally produce GMK Laser.
 
(https://imgur.com/yw66zZ9.jpg)


Logitech M570 and a Kinesis numpad to go with it as it's my daily driver at work since I hardly ever use my computer at home any more.

(https://imgur.com/JtjTzfh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGMorden on Tue, 24 October 2017, 20:11:02
At the moment, a Unicomp Spacesaver.  In the other room I usually use a "real" Model M but right now I've got a Logitech K840 hooked up to play with Romer-G's. 

At work I was using a Scorpius iOne M10 (Cherry MX Blues) until recently when I switched to an E-3lue with Chinese Cherry MX Blue clones. 

I'd like to build my own board soon.  Looking into Gons for the board/case and a NovelKeys Kailh Heavy Pale Blue clicky switches (the Kailh box switches really look interesting from what I've seen). 

(https://image.ibb.co/mzNmrR/unicomp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Wed, 25 October 2017, 03:33:33
At work for the last month or so I had been using my 'lubed' Microsoft Ergonomic 4000.  I love the layout and negative tilt of the board with the front support but despise the rubber domes.
Finally got jack of the feel and pulled out my Wyse 85 to use for a while.
Oh it feels good.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Azmodan on Wed, 25 October 2017, 14:32:59
At the moment, a Unicomp Spacesaver.  In the other room I usually use a "real" Model M but right now I've got a Logitech K840 hooked up to play with Romer-G's. 

At work I was using a Scorpius iOne M10 (Cherry MX Blues) until recently when I switched to an E-3lue with Chinese Cherry MX Blue clones. 

I'd like to build my own board soon.  Looking into Gons for the board/case and a NovelKeys Kailh Heavy Pale Blue clicky switches (the Kailh box switches really look interesting from what I've seen). 

Show Image
(https://image.ibb.co/mzNmrR/unicomp.jpg)


Are the Chinese MX Blue clones Outemu? Do you find that they have a better more crisper feeling than the original Cherry MX blues?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MGMorden on Wed, 25 October 2017, 17:47:42
Are the Chinese MX Blue clones Outemu? Do you find that they have a better more crisper feeling than the original Cherry MX blues?

They're not Outemu (at least they're not marked as such).  I'm at home at the moment so I can't pull a key and check but they were branded with a three letter combination that starts with "J".  I won't be back to work until Monday so I could check on it for sure then.

I do find the keys a bit better than Cherrys.  Mostly because I think they're weighted a bit higher and I'm used to buckling springs so I like slightly heavier actuation force.  They still feel a bit "off" though.  That's why I really want to try the Kailh box switches - the "clickbar" they use looks like it'd provide a bit more substantial "click" on the key press versus the Cherry or clones. 

EDIT: The switches are marked "JWH".
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: psiclone on Thu, 26 October 2017, 10:30:47
I've used an Outemu blue against a Kailh Pro Aqua and a Kailh Speed Pink.  My preference is the last one and my least favorite is the first.  The Outemu seems more wobbly and scratchy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Thu, 26 October 2017, 13:48:31
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Duckyreddy on Thu, 26 October 2017, 14:48:22
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.



wowowowow Skull Squadron?!?!??!  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Sat, 28 October 2017, 00:47:31
I acquired a bare KeyTronic magnetic reed keyboard that I thought was kind of cool. So I went ahead and "Teensyfied" it and made a simple wooden frame case for it. I really like these switches!

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sat, 28 October 2017, 02:25:40
And moving along, from the exotic to the mundane...

I'm using an RD Chicony KB-2961 (NIB $10) while guests sleep down the hall.  ;?)


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sat, 28 October 2017, 02:27:45
(That's an original Microsoft Comfort Optical Mouse 3000, too—be impressed)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Azmodan on Sat, 28 October 2017, 04:53:04
I acquired a bare KeyTronic magnetic reed keyboard that I thought was kind of cool. So I went ahead and "Teensyfied" it and made a simple wooden frame case for it. I really like these switches!

(Attachment Link)           (Attachment Link)


(Attachment Link)

I love those keycaps!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shurechen on Sun, 29 October 2017, 20:19:54
Monoprice Cherry MX Blue   and    HHKB :p :p :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Mon, 30 October 2017, 09:13:41
Monoprice
Monoprice makes keyboards? Are they as good as everything else they make with a price so low it doesn't even make logical sense?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BliTzKiN on Mon, 30 October 2017, 09:53:09
Finally got back into the keyboard game after a few years. Picked up my first Topre last week, a Realforce 87U 55g and I'm glad I did. Probably gonna stick with this one for awhile now and looking forward to lube/silence it soon!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Mon, 30 October 2017, 10:46:10
Monoprice
Monoprice makes keyboards? Are they as good as everything else they make with a price so low it doesn't even make logical sense?

I believe Monoprice brands and resells keyboards. Maybe I'm looking at old stock; really depends on which Monoprice keyboard. Sort of like System76 laptops are iirc rebranded Clevo laptops (but to System76's credit they did create a distro).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Calza on Mon, 30 October 2017, 11:19:16
UK78 with SA Jukebox, absolutely beatiful
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Calza on Mon, 30 October 2017, 11:19:39
UK78 with SA Jukebox, absolutely beautiful
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AMongoose on Mon, 30 October 2017, 11:34:00
UK78 with SA Jukebox, absolutely beautiful

Pictures pls
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dante on Wed, 01 November 2017, 09:01:49
Still rocking my Dell KB-522.  I'm seriously considering sending it off to get the force curve analyzed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skuko on Thu, 02 November 2017, 06:35:42
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.



skull squadron by matt3o, best looking set from SP ever :) i think i will put it on my K-Type today, thanks for the reminder :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 04 November 2017, 01:27:16
(https://i.imgur.com/0fg2ayw.jpg)

One of my favorite keyboards.

Started out as a Ducky 104UB-DK45S and ended up with 30g domes, lubed, PBT space bar, and in a JustSystems 108UG case, serial #660 (reminds me of the FC660, good number).  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sat, 04 November 2017, 05:20:07
XMIT Hall Effect bamboo!


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Sun, 05 November 2017, 21:48:45
Redragon Kumara K55

name sounds chinesey but apparently it's a US company.

crappy pic, because I'm not a photography nerd like seemingly most of the forum:

(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/177547788442140672/376061264239001600/DSC_00611.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Duckyreddy on Sun, 05 November 2017, 21:55:51
Redragon Kumara K55

name sounds chinesey but apparently it's a US company.

crappy pic, because I'm not a photography nerd like seemingly most of the forum:

Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/177547788442140672/376061264239001600/DSC_00611.jpg)


How are you liking it? I have a friend from school who wants to get one but I don't own one myself, I've typed on it for like 5 minutes though.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Sun, 05 November 2017, 22:46:27
Redragon Kumara K55

name sounds chinesey but apparently it's a US company.

crappy pic, because I'm not a photography nerd like seemingly most of the forum:

Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/177547788442140672/376061264239001600/DSC_00611.jpg)


How are you liking it? I have a friend from school who wants to get one but I don't own one myself, I've typed on it for like 5 minutes though.  :thumb:

it's nice, a really standard outemu gaming board and fairly high quality among them. recommended as a budget mech for sure
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Duckyreddy on Sun, 05 November 2017, 23:21:13
Redragon Kumara K55

name sounds chinesey but apparently it's a US company.

crappy pic, because I'm not a photography nerd like seemingly most of the forum:

Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/177547788442140672/376061264239001600/DSC_00611.jpg)


How are you liking it? I have a friend from school who wants to get one but I don't own one myself, I've typed on it for like 5 minutes though.  :thumb:

it's nice, a really standard outemu gaming board and fairly high quality among them. recommended as a budget mech for sure

Great to hear! Thank you.
Can't wait for more people in school to grow interest for keebs, school meetup will be amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Mon, 06 November 2017, 11:35:34
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/0fg2ayw.jpg)


One of my favorite keyboards.

Started out as a Ducky 104UB-DK45S and ended up with 30g domes, lubed, PBT space bar, and in a JustSystems 108UG case, serial #660 (reminds me of the FC660, good number).  :-*

Looks really nice. What did you do with the light grey case that it came with?

I had to try 30g Topre and ended up with a JIS layout board, which is kind of interesting and not difficult to get used to. Definitely the lightest switch I've used.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Mon, 06 November 2017, 22:19:53
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/0fg2ayw.jpg)


One of my favorite keyboards.

Started out as a Ducky 104UB-DK45S and ended up with 30g domes, lubed, PBT space bar, and in a JustSystems 108UG case, serial #660 (reminds me of the FC660, good number).  :-*

Looks really nice. What did you do with the light grey case that it came with?

I had to try 30g Topre and ended up with a JIS layout board, which is kind of interesting and not difficult to get used to. Definitely the lightest switch I've used.

Thanks! I've still got it. I'm likely going to sell it to someone else who'd enjoy it since I'm happy with the JustSystems case. If you'd like it, do let me know. :)

I really enjoy 30g topre, but I like all of the Topre weights, to be honest, from 30g to 55g as well as BKE. 30g is fun to type on if you don't mash the keys as you type, haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phoible on Tue, 07 November 2017, 00:11:20
JJ40 with Outemu Purples
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheFresko on Thu, 16 November 2017, 23:44:17
(https://imgur.com/LtgjniM.jpg)
Just finished this a few days ago. Aluminum case from Doyu Studios, pcb from LFKeyboard, Cherry Vintage Black switches, and a DSA set based on Granite with different accent keys. Still waiting on LED's to come in, but Im using it right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 18 November 2017, 11:17:01
this 122
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daskeybo on Sun, 19 November 2017, 10:19:24
THINK
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Mon, 20 November 2017, 17:48:21
Built this over the weekend

I even recorded build log videos, so if i get around to that look forward to it lol

DZ60 with RGB underglow
Kbfans Plate painted metalic purple with Testers model paint
TEX Polycarb 60% case
Kaihua Purple Pro Switches (Kaihua burnt orange for spacebar)
white in switch LEDS
Temporary Key cap setup
- GMK Dolch Modifiers
- Genuine Cherry Doubleshot Alphas
- GMK Purple Mods for Spacebars

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4518/37797186504_ea5305beda_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZA1sHo)2017-11-18_11-48-31 (https://flic.kr/p/ZA1sHo) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4570/37625911155_82ae16f789_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZjSCw8)2017-11-18_11-47-29 (https://flic.kr/p/ZjSCw8) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4585/38457064936_b32a938f5c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/21AjvzJ)2017-11-18_11-49-36 (https://flic.kr/p/21AjvzJ) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4571/24640551248_c894e92a9d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Dxpgqu)2017-11-18_11-51-47 (https://flic.kr/p/Dxpgqu) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4551/37643689185_36366cb908_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZmrKiT)2017-11-19_07-28-22 (https://flic.kr/p/ZmrKiT) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4565/38513124021_cb34d10364_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/21FgPZF)2017-11-18_11-54-15 (https://flic.kr/p/21FgPZF) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4570/37643674355_86a872bffc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZmrEUc)2017-11-19_07-26-57 (https://flic.kr/p/ZmrEUc) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4530/38481419642_2fed9b30f0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/21Ctkos)2017-11-19_12-19-16 (https://flic.kr/p/21Ctkos) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4530/24640858598_b5bfa5eeab_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxqQMC)2017-11-19_12-16-10 (https://flic.kr/p/DxqQMC) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doofy on Tue, 21 November 2017, 13:36:49
Magicforce 68 with Gateron Browns. Currently my new favorite for the time being!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 22 November 2017, 04:08:44
RF87UW55 :D

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 22 November 2017, 04:35:31
Lubed Leopold FC980C. Damn this thing is glorious.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Thu, 23 November 2017, 05:06:14
RF87UW55 :D

Beautiful!  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 23 November 2017, 07:37:55
HHKB.

Always an HHKB.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Thu, 23 November 2017, 10:10:53
Still using my Halloween-themed keycaps because I've been too lazy to change them to something less obnoxious.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 23 November 2017, 19:53:18
Still using my Halloween-themed keycaps because I've been too lazy to change them to something less obnoxious.

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Nice yellow keycaps ;D

Very nice.

Now that I have a RF I'd like to get a set.  I didn't get a set several years ago when they were available, but I had no RF.  Now I have a RF and the sads because yellow keycaps are no longer available.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abhixec on Thu, 23 November 2017, 20:56:14
POK3R with Cherry MX blue switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 24 November 2017, 07:15:25
(https://i.imgur.com/Jgy1cQM.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Fri, 24 November 2017, 10:55:07
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-16.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-16.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-16.jpg)

(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-17.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-17.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-17.jpg)

As the result of a failed repair attempt, my original Zo64 PCB was ruined, and I had to rebuild it.  I got a new DZ60 PCB, salvaged the plate from the old one, got some Kailh BOX Pale Blue switches this time, and some genuine Cherry stabilizers.  The translucent keycaps are from KBDfans.  It's better than it was before, though still not perfect.  I am learning!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mudcakehoney on Fri, 24 November 2017, 15:44:46
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171124/1d082747986d6206c63f6e1cfec6bcff.heic)

Loving my brand new Vortex ViBE modded with Kailh Box Whites for extra click and adorned in SA Grade row 3 caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Sat, 25 November 2017, 11:30:27
(https://i.imgur.com/YwY3z3I.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pab on Sat, 25 November 2017, 19:27:04
Currently I am typing on a Leopold FC660M with MX blues, and enjoying it quite a bit. As soon as my Nautilus keycaps come in it's going to be looking really good, I'll upload a picture as soon as  I get them in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 47thieves on Sat, 25 November 2017, 21:31:13
This is one of many but my current home set up for now - POK3R Cherry MX Clears with some nice thick PBT white vaps (completely forgot where I bought them from) and some Tai Ho PBT Caps too.

(https://i.imgur.com/nnIY9qH.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/JDCZ4pD.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 25 November 2017, 22:34:06
Dat X60.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dbone on Sun, 26 November 2017, 06:30:22
Here's what I'm using:

Primary daily driver:
(https://i.imgur.com/ViYGaqm.jpg)

Backup:
(https://i.imgur.com/MqtizOI.jpg)

At the office:
(https://i.imgur.com/JmPiWow.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Sun, 26 November 2017, 06:41:57
Here's what I'm using:

Primary daily driver:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ViYGaqm.jpg)


Backup:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/MqtizOI.jpg)


At the office:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JmPiWow.jpg)


1. EPIC


2. Garbage

3. Garbage
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Mon, 27 November 2017, 11:28:13
It just came in the mail and holy shnikes...

(https://i.imgur.com/Anah7cq.jpg)

I'm still trying to get used to everything, but damn are these springs heavy and satisfying. The thing is clearly built like a tank. My only complaint is the slight hollow rattle of the spacebar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: svatech on Mon, 27 November 2017, 22:03:02
I'm using a dell at101 with brown apps switches


Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fadamaque on Tue, 28 November 2017, 11:28:01
From SteelSeries 6gv2 to this today; quite the ugprade. Loving the switches so far...

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Tue, 28 November 2017, 18:30:47
Time to rotate through the keyboards.
Was given this recently and have finally plugged it in.
It’s a rebranded Sejin SKR-2233 with Futaba-Mount domes.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 28 November 2017, 18:40:25
I acquired a bare KeyTronic magnetic reed keyboard that I thought was kind of cool. So I went ahead and "Teensyfied" it and made a simple wooden frame case for it. I really like these switches!

(Attachment Link)           (Attachment Link)


(Attachment Link)


The combination of wood and the bare bones PCB make this look pretty retro.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 28 November 2017, 18:43:07
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.


It had one a couple of years ago.


(https://i.imgur.com/dUE7njC.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ninjacore on Wed, 29 November 2017, 21:50:55
Quote from: Glod
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4530/24640858598_b5bfa5eeab_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxqQMC)
2017-11-19_12-16-10 (https://flic.kr/p/DxqQMC) by almightyglod (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/), on Flickr

Meeeow
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Yuvalhad12 on Tue, 05 December 2017, 11:40:45
Take a cheap Chinese keyboard, add thick cherry profile blank pbt, kailh box blacks + whites (black for the alphas, black for all the rest except the spacebar), and you get a very nice piece of keyboard, although that didn't come out cheap at all with the price of 100$  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 06 December 2017, 03:01:45
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Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.


It had one a couple of years ago.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/dUE7njC.jpg)



ahh... good old DSA Skull Squadron... got the original set and then 2 of the DCS variant. It's my absolute favourite set alongside DCS TOXIC and EVA Noct.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Wed, 06 December 2017, 07:26:58
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.


It had one a couple of years ago.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/dUE7njC.jpg)



ahh... good old DSA Skull Squadron... got the original set and then 2 of the DCS variant. It's my absolute favourite set alongside DCS TOXIC and EVA Noct.


It is a nice set, the only thing that I did not like much was the rough texture it has.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 06 December 2017, 07:32:27
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.


It had one a couple of years ago.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/dUE7njC.jpg)



ahh... good old DSA Skull Squadron... got the original set and then 2 of the DCS variant. It's my absolute favourite set alongside DCS TOXIC and EVA Noct.


It is a nice set, the only thing that I did not like much was the rough texture it has.


ah, well then easy solution, type on it often and the rough will go away... I like the rough texture, which is why it's mostly just a vitrine / display set for me. (don't wanna ruin it)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Wed, 06 December 2017, 07:49:08
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.


It had one a couple of years ago.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/dUE7njC.jpg)



ahh... good old DSA Skull Squadron... got the original set and then 2 of the DCS variant. It's my absolute favourite set alongside DCS TOXIC and EVA Noct.


It is a nice set, the only thing that I did not like much was the rough texture it has.


ah, well then easy solution, type on it often and the rough will go away... I like the rough texture, which is why it's mostly just a vitrine / display set for me. (don't wanna ruin it)


I see, you are a collector minded person, I am an user minded person, so I really want my sets for using them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 06 December 2017, 07:51:15
Show Image
Rotated into this one yesterday after reprogramming it (pain in the ass) and putting a keycap set on it that i had in my vault. Stock Gateron Blacks on a Red Scarf III (Ivan Batch)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37948115791_8b644cdb85_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZPm1Jt)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4465/37908242771_a02163f2a2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZKPDSB)

I wonder if all these new people know what set this is.


It had one a couple of years ago.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/dUE7njC.jpg)



ahh... good old DSA Skull Squadron... got the original set and then 2 of the DCS variant. It's my absolute favourite set alongside DCS TOXIC and EVA Noct.


It is a nice set, the only thing that I did not like much was the rough texture it has.


ah, well then easy solution, type on it often and the rough will go away... I like the rough texture, which is why it's mostly just a vitrine / display set for me. (don't wanna ruin it)


I see, you are a collector minded person, I am an user minded person, so I really want my sets for using them.


I'm kinda both, which is why I have multiple of a few sets... it's also why I got the DCS twice, so I can use one regularly. (Getting another DSA would've been too expensive, this set goes for 700$+...)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Wed, 06 December 2017, 08:39:05
(https://scontent-bru2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/24799552_10156013872229708_4889478977170723837_o.jpg?oh=8684a7c861cbb2ab57fbfacae237c43d&oe=5A962FD3)

TADA68 at work. We got some nerdy beers as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Wed, 06 December 2017, 10:20:38
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TADA68 at work. We got some nerdy beers as well.

Subtle marketing I see. I chased down that rabbit hole and ended up on Reaktor's career page ;). The real question: is the beer any good?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bitzie on Wed, 06 December 2017, 20:19:20
(https://i.imgur.com/Ac5rub5.jpg)

Votex Core with Cherry MX Browns, DSA Honeywell and Borealis caps, cable from Mechcables
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sandy1995 on Thu, 07 December 2017, 03:01:49
Lofree keyboard!! Amazing one!
(https://geekhack.org/Users/cowise/Desktop/WechatIMG6.jpeg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sat, 09 December 2017, 18:09:55
I am using a Model M right now.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clicked121 on Sat, 09 December 2017, 19:17:35
Split 65 with zealios
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Sun, 10 December 2017, 13:43:59
Logitech K760

It's a solar-charged bluetooth keyboard with a 70% layout targeted at Apple systems. Neat, but the layout is driving me insane. One of the Apple's obscurities is swapping backquote (on US keymap; code 41) with the ISO key (between Shift and QWERTY Z; code 86). Who the hell thought it would be a good idea?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dan002 on Sun, 10 December 2017, 16:18:41
Cherry Board 6.0 - some of the keys are starting to double register and driving me crazy. Also some of the LEDs don't work, however I never use the backlight anyways so it doesn't bother me. I've owned since June 2015.
(https://i.imgur.com/FMZMBNG.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wirakocha on Mon, 11 December 2017, 07:23:32
just got this chinese optical (Infrared) keyboard and I'm giving it a try. (rainbow keycaps did not come with the kb)
JWH blue switches, they feel harder than black MX and ridiculously clicky compared to brown MX (hadn't try blue ones), and way louder.
I'll try it for a week and see what happens.




(https://img42.com/oSHzE+)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Mon, 11 December 2017, 08:04:50
Right now I am using a Hewlett-Packard USB keyboard:
(http://www.technodirect.com/images/products/detail/434821002NIB.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Mon, 11 December 2017, 08:07:39
I don't know why my image won't work. I'll give it another try:
(http://product-images.www8-hp.com/digmedialib/prodimg/lowres/c03463480.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Mon, 11 December 2017, 08:08:24
(http://76.my/Malaysia/keyboard-usb-hp-original-office-usb-2-0-stock-june-13-komputown-1306-04-komputown@4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Mon, 11 December 2017, 16:43:25
You poor soul.  I mourn for your fingertips.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Edit: Top two of your posts worked in Tapatalk, weird.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Tue, 12 December 2017, 02:06:06
From SteelSeries 6gv2 to this today; quite the ugprade. Loving the switches so far...

(Attachment Link)

Such a beaute with the blank keycaps. I have one in each color but they both have the legends. Guess I'll have to get two more someday.  :-X
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Tue, 12 December 2017, 03:36:46
[attach=1]

Originally a Matias Quiet Pro Mini, the switches were replaced with early SKCM White alps.

Sorry for the fingerprints. It is impossible to keep them off this keyboard...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moufinure on Wed, 13 December 2017, 13:30:50
Right now as of dec 12, 2017...
Home: KBP V60 w/ Alps Brown which I just received,
Work: Topre Realforce 105UB soon to be replaced with a HHKB Pro 2 dental modded.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moufinure on Wed, 13 December 2017, 13:36:40
(Attachment Link)

Originally a Matias Quiet Pro Mini, the switches were replaced with early SKCM White alps.

Sorry for the fingerprints. It is impossible to keep them off this keyboard...

SKCM White! Do you use it at work???

I took once a Cherry G80-3000 w/ MX Blacks at work, my co-workers almost threatened to murder me!  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 13 December 2017, 14:10:22
Still the X60 at the moment.

(https://i.imgur.com/YuHt7do.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Wed, 13 December 2017, 18:12:42
I AM USING AN IBM MODEL M RIGHT NOW.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Wed, 13 December 2017, 18:12:50
Still the X60 at the moment.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/YuHt7do.jpg)


NICE WINDOWS KEYS
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 13 December 2017, 19:04:51
Still the X60 at the moment.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/YuHt7do.jpg)


NICE WINDOWS KEYS
Thanks.
I wish every GMK set would come with them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Wed, 13 December 2017, 20:03:32
(Attachment Link)

Originally a Matias Quiet Pro Mini, the switches were replaced with early SKCM White alps.

Sorry for the fingerprints. It is impossible to keep them off this keyboard...

SKCM White! Do you use it at work???

I took once a Cherry G80-3000 w/ MX Blacks at work, my co-workers almost threatened to murder me!  :(
No. I would not suggest clicky alps for work, however, their sound is not near as offputting as cherry. However, black cherry mx switches aren't even clicky. I chalk the complaints up to you gorilla fisting your keyboard ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Wed, 13 December 2017, 22:11:59
Currently using a custom build ...

1. 60% kit from 1Up
2. GH60 pcb
3. Cherry MX Greens
4. Granite keycaps from PMK
5. HHKB Pro II keymap
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moufinure on Thu, 14 December 2017, 07:09:59
(Attachment Link)

Originally a Matias Quiet Pro Mini, the switches were replaced with early SKCM White alps.

Sorry for the fingerprints. It is impossible to keep them off this keyboard...

SKCM White! Do you use it at work???

I took once a Cherry G80-3000 w/ MX Blacks at work, my co-workers almost threatened to murder me!  :(
I chalk the complaints up to you gorilla fisting your keyboard ;)

Don't worry, I don't gorilla fist my keyboards  :p
It's just my co-workers being very picky about keyboard/mice/whatever sound. And what really puts me off is that they complain about my keyboard being loud, but they don't complain when 3 or 4 people are in discussion in the open space...
Keyboards sound don't disturb me, but when people are in conversation in the open space, I just can't concentrate on my work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Levan on Sun, 17 December 2017, 07:57:51
Filco 87,104
K70 LUX RGB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 18 December 2017, 09:18:11
KBD75 (Kalih Speed Silvers)
- 62g SPRiT 24k Gold Springs
- GPL105/205 Lubed: Stems, Sliders, Springs, etc
- GMK Carbon
- GMK Breaking Bad

(https://i.imgur.com/1Q89PLl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/4xUpxNS.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/R8UBeRY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/LrVIZk6.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/HzNDqIy.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/drHctcd.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Mon, 18 December 2017, 17:49:39
Enjoying my Tina-A at home and HHKB Type-S at work these days.

(https://i.imgur.com/QYC4vDW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/JA8hnjg.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 18 December 2017, 19:07:08
Temporarily rotated this one into use. New white Alps switches modified with springs and leaves from a near-new AEK for a "faux-orange" Frankenboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Fri, 22 December 2017, 14:24:01
Hydro blue M65-A

(https://imgur.com/BKkmFQn.jpg)

More pictures here: https://imgur.com/a/kfZkg
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Sat, 23 December 2017, 15:03:15
Hydro blue M65-A

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/BKkmFQn.jpg)


More pictures here: https://imgur.com/a/kfZkg

@Brammm87 ... Very nice! Seeing that the Rama store is sold out of almost everything, where can one buy a kit like this?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 23 December 2017, 15:12:30
Hydro blue M65-A

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/BKkmFQn.jpg)


More pictures here: https://imgur.com/a/kfZkg

@Brammm87 ... Very nice! Seeing that the Rama store is sold out of almost everything, where can one buy a kit like this?

Extras will come up on keyclack sometime soon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sat, 23 December 2017, 16:39:45
I AM USING MY MODEL M AGAIN. IT IS A GOOD KEYBOARD.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Sun, 24 December 2017, 22:18:14
I keep going back and forth between this Planck with Gateron greens and another 60% custom build I finished recently. I find the grid layout of the Planck hard to get used to.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Mon, 25 December 2017, 07:11:02
Originally this board was a Matias Quiet Mini, now it has White SKCM alps, and a custom textured paint job over the glossy plastic. I had a crazy idea for the paint tho, and I think it actually turned out quite nice. There is also 2 coats of matte acrylic clear coat to protect the paint and prevent chipping and flaking.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: velocity55 on Mon, 25 December 2017, 13:57:38
Right now I am using a Leopold FC660m with cherry mx browns. Love it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Mon, 25 December 2017, 20:52:59
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Tue, 26 December 2017, 13:09:23
Persists as being my daily driver for a bit, over my 20+ other keyboards

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4731/24452586117_6607ce911f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DfMTWn)

DZ60 with Kaihua Pro Purple switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Tue, 26 December 2017, 20:20:56
Show Image
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)

http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)


Super hot. Split represent  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bitzie on Tue, 26 December 2017, 23:08:23
Recently got a couple grabs bags from PMK so I decided to try out SA profile by dunking my core in a big bucket of vomit. I have to say that so far, I am totally loving SA profile and absolutely loving how much quieter the board is compared to using the DSA Honeywell keycaps I had on it previously.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EscapeVelocity on Tue, 26 December 2017, 23:34:42
Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum came in today, so I switched the Logitech UltraX Premium PS/2 out for it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Murdari0 on Wed, 27 December 2017, 04:57:15
Originally this board was a Matias Quiet Mini, now it has White SKCM alps, and a custom textured paint job over the glossy plastic. I had a crazy idea for the paint tho, and I think it actually turned out quite nice. There is also 2 coats of matte acrylic clear coat to protect the paint and prevent chipping and flaking.

(Attachment Link)

So nice. I've been wanting to do something similar myself. Did you have to heavily sand the case before painting?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Wed, 27 December 2017, 07:40:53
Originally this board was a Matias Quiet Mini, now it has White SKCM alps, and a custom textured paint job over the glossy plastic. I had a crazy idea for the paint tho, and I think it actually turned out quite nice. There is also 2 coats of matte acrylic clear coat to protect the paint and prevent chipping and flaking.

(Attachment Link)

So nice. I've been wanting to do something similar myself. Did you have to heavily sand the case before painting?
Nope. Just scuff it up so the paint sticks. Also, wash it with alcohol afterwards to remove all the dust and any finger oils.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Murdari0 on Wed, 27 December 2017, 09:34:24
Originally this board was a Matias Quiet Mini, now it has White SKCM alps, and a custom textured paint job over the glossy plastic. I had a crazy idea for the paint tho, and I think it actually turned out quite nice. There is also 2 coats of matte acrylic clear coat to protect the paint and prevent chipping and flaking.

(Attachment Link)

So nice. I've been wanting to do something similar myself. Did you have to heavily sand the case before painting?
Nope. Just scuff it up so the paint sticks. Also, wash it with alcohol afterwards to remove all the dust and any finger oils.

Ok, thanks, I assumed that because the case is so glossy it would require some extra prep.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Wed, 27 December 2017, 10:05:06
Originally this board was a Matias Quiet Mini, now it has White SKCM alps, and a custom textured paint job over the glossy plastic. I had a crazy idea for the paint tho, and I think it actually turned out quite nice. There is also 2 coats of matte acrylic clear coat to protect the paint and prevent chipping and flaking.

(Attachment Link)

So nice. I've been wanting to do something similar myself. Did you have to heavily sand the case before painting?
Nope. Just scuff it up so the paint sticks. Also, wash it with alcohol afterwards to remove all the dust and any finger oils.

Ok, thanks, I assumed that because the case is so glossy it would require some extra prep.
A lot of paints 'claim' you don't need to prep plastic, but on glossy plastic, I still do it. It is better to be sure the paint will stick that to have it flake on you months later out of no where.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 27 December 2017, 10:19:38
^-^  RF10AE  ^-^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: madhias on Wed, 27 December 2017, 13:25:35
HHKB and Realforce 87UW! Dirty meanwhile, cleaning soonTM

^-^  RF10AE  ^-^

Argh, I  remember looking at ebay ads for a while and in the end I never bought one. Now they aren't available anymore?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 27 December 2017, 14:25:03
HHKB and Realforce 87UW! Dirty meanwhile, cleaning soonTM

^-^  RF10AE  ^-^

Argh, I  remember looking at ebay ads for a while and in the end I never bought one. Now they aren't available anymore?

:-\  That seems to be the case, yeah.  :O  I'm a little surprised, since they were available long after the 10th Anniversary.  AFAIK widebasket was the only seller, and he no longer has any.  :( 

Well that's sad; I still say this is the absolute best out-of-the-box experience one could hope for with a production board.  Shame that they're no longer available.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LiquidEvilGaming on Wed, 27 December 2017, 17:23:10
I know it's very odd given the wide arrangement of keyboards I own and have reviewed but as of late I am using my Velocifire TKL-01 the model before they switched to Outemu and used Zorroo switches.  It's odd but iv'e grown to like the Zorroo Brown switches, currently using a cheaper PBT backlit Teal keycap set on it (OEM profile) and I truly enjoy the way it feels even to far more expensive boards.  I'm honestly glad I bought two of them before they switched over to Outemu browns which I do not enjoy as much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: E3E on Wed, 27 December 2017, 21:21:36
HHKB and Realforce 87UW! Dirty meanwhile, cleaning soonTM

^-^  RF10AE  ^-^

Argh, I  remember looking at ebay ads for a while and in the end I never bought one. Now they aren't available anymore?

:-\  That seems to be the case, yeah.  :O  I'm a little surprised, since they were available long after the 10th Anniversary.  AFAIK widebasket was the only seller, and he no longer has any.  :( 

Well that's sad; I still say this is the absolute best out-of-the-box experience one could hope for with a production board.  Shame that they're no longer available.

I had both the 89S and 87U versions of these. Definitely cool, but not really a favorite colorway of mine. :X

Been using this little guy for a while:

(https://i.imgur.com/D2pDtPG.jpg?1)

(https://i.imgur.com/oV9eu2X.jpg)

104UK - alphas, most mods, spacebar
104UG - pipe, F1
108UG JustSystems x2 - winkeys, left and right shift (because the icon legends are bold on JIS models), kana key, backspace
Realforce Silenced Sliders
BKE Domes
Hasu BT Controller

A lot of these were purchased for the sake of two different builds and gave me a lot of spare stuff to use. I like the modern winkeys, but the ltd. editions are the only ones that have them, and JIS only has one per board, ha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Brammm87 on Thu, 28 December 2017, 07:54:21
Currently back on my TADA68 which has been flashed to use QMK. Really digging the heft of it. Also, this one has box whites which are just sooooo much fun. I should take off the stock keycaps and put something else on though... Not the biggest fan of the default caps. Maybe Hyperfuse.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 28 December 2017, 09:20:00
:-\  That seems to be the case, yeah.  :O  I'm a little surprised, since they were available long after the 10th Anniversary.  AFAIK widebasket was the only seller, and he no longer has any.  :( 

Well that's sad; I still say this is the absolute best out-of-the-box experience one could hope for with a production board.  Shame that they're no longer available.

I had both the 89S and 87U versions of these. Definitely cool, but not really a favorite colorway of mine. :X

E3E...dude...I thought we were cool.  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackhawk on Thu, 28 December 2017, 12:53:33
Been using a lightsaver v3 with 65g silent blacks for the past week or so. I like the switches a lot but I'm not huge on the layout nor the steep angle
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nikkō on Thu, 28 December 2017, 13:11:24
Varmilo x Ducky Miya Pro with Cherry MX Blues. Probably the cutest stock keyboard ever.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ch_123 on Thu, 28 December 2017, 13:23:27
Matias Mini Tactile Pro. Not a huge fan of the glossiness of the case, but an enjoyable keyboard to type on nonetheless.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Thu, 28 December 2017, 15:42:32
Matias Mini Tactile Pro. Not a huge fan of the glossiness of the case, but an enjoyable keyboard to type on nonetheless.
I struggle to find people who actually want a keyboard covered in glossy plastic. Especially something designed to be touched.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Sun, 31 December 2017, 02:37:16
Zeal60 with Holtites, Novelkeys Box Heavy Click, Brass KBDfans plate, Clear stabs, Lambo case with Dampening installed.

Heavyweight of my 60% boards. Seriously heavy.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171231/cd7fe1692f6d67416fd6271e28f344e4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171231/6e7796830760f62e7f61f3c31e5b1d09.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171231/5bc0c1be1cd38743fab06fc95ad8c953.jpg)

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Sun, 31 December 2017, 21:19:14
For this month I am using my Mtek K104.
Time for some clickyness  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EscapeVelocity on Tue, 02 January 2018, 23:51:30
I am using a Matias Quiet Pro (for PC).  Time for some quietude!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Wed, 03 January 2018, 00:10:52
Lightsaver with silent blacks as to not wake up the wife and kid!
(https://i.imgur.com/9de9ZUm.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Wed, 03 January 2018, 10:59:15
Same ol Blackbird, some new keyboard hats though.

(https://i.imgur.com/sBeLIMO.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Wed, 03 January 2018, 14:51:53
[attach=1]

Didn't notice 'till I looked at this photo that the ALT keys are backwards. Fixed now.

Anyway... GH60 Rev C, PCB mount, iQunix Lambo case, old, used, lubed MX blacks, and I can't remember where I bought the Japanese caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: os on Thu, 04 January 2018, 08:08:53
Work: Unicomp Ultra Classic (Yes, Buckling Spring in the office, coworkers seem not to mind)
Home: IKBC MF-87 Cherry MX Brown
Home: Ducky Shine 5 Cherry MX Brown from bed with Bluetooth adapter
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vectrex720 on Thu, 04 January 2018, 14:05:24
(https://i.imgur.com/FRjEPTo.jpg)
Omnikey 102 w/ White Pine Alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BliTzKiN on Thu, 04 January 2018, 21:08:08
(http://i599.photobucket.com/albums/tt78/archsquad94/IMG_4414_zpsfe46v8vp.jpg) (http://s599.photobucket.com/user/archsquad94/media/IMG_4414_zpsfe46v8vp.jpg.html)

My 55G Novatouch'd Realforce 87U with lubed and silenced sliders and a set of Maxkey SA Ninja keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 04 January 2018, 22:30:32
(http://i599.photobucket.com/albums/tt78/archsquad94/IMG_4414_zpsfe46v8vp.jpg) (http://s599.photobucket.com/user/archsquad94/media/IMG_4414_zpsfe46v8vp.jpg.html)

My 55G Novatouch'd Realforce 87U with lubed and silenced sliders and a set of Maxkey SA Ninja keycaps.

How do the relatively heavy SA keycaps feel on 55g domes?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CapCollector on Fri, 05 January 2018, 08:19:33
Fico Majestouch-2 TKL Camo.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Fri, 05 January 2018, 15:20:46
Got a Red Scarf II+ Ver.C kit off of someone on r/mm & finally took the plunge with a batch of Zealios for it. Very very pleased with the results so I've been using it as my daily since I finished it up. ;D
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Fri, 05 January 2018, 15:24:18
Same ol Blackbird, some new keyboard hats though.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/sBeLIMO.jpg)


Might be the "same ol Blackbird" but she's a beauty for sure!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Fri, 05 January 2018, 15:28:33
At work I have been using a Realforce 87U 55g for a few weeks now. Got it to see if the Topre hype was for real. It's not (for me). Just too mushy feeling--i need that crisp tactile feedback. I considered trying BKE domes, but it's not worth throwing even more money at this to try "fixing" something I don't really enjoy in its original form. But it was a good learning experience, and worth the $30-$50 I'll probably lose when I resell it. I can now say that I've tried just about every type of mechanical keyboard switch I've ever been tempted by.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 06 January 2018, 04:18:10
I was using my M122 earlier today.

Unfortunately it was not connected to anything, so the time was sort of wasted, except for that nice sound of springs buckling.

More sort of testing the sound and feel of switches across the board after putting it back together.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fcoury on Sun, 07 January 2018, 11:46:48
Using a Razer BlackWidow Chroma Tournament V2 with blue switches temporarily as I want for my first custom, programmable keyboard to arrive. I got the tada68 and some custom keycaps. I wish ordering keyboards online didn't take so much time!  ;D

For more background check out this post I made on another thread - https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=89810.msg2544620#msg2544620 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=89810.msg2544620#msg2544620)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Tue, 09 January 2018, 15:26:34
I'm using my pok3r le with white vortex keycaps at school
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ramencup on Wed, 10 January 2018, 09:33:06
Rocking a really bad chiclet laptop keyboard at le school
Once my HHKB comes I might be bringing that to school though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 11 January 2018, 00:29:57
Filco Majestouch 2 fullsized with MX blacks. I just got it today from mechanicalkeyboards.com. My first Filco. No backlighting - no multimedia keys - no dip switch - just a bog standard keyboard with no bells, no whistles. Ahhhhh... this is like the 1391401 of MX boards. I've only had it for a few hours but I like it so far - or did I already say that?  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cbm80 on Sat, 13 January 2018, 07:47:37
Havit HV-KB390L and I like it alot.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Sat, 13 January 2018, 14:04:56
Just finished a new custom build this morning and I'm typing this on it ... and loving it!


[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 15 January 2018, 12:04:43
Wrapping up building my HHKB CF-LX with 67g MX Clears. Pics later once all the SIPs are soldered, but it feels quite nice. I've never used tactile Cherrys a whole lot, but I'm liking them so far, even if these particular ones are a bit scratchy even when lubed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Riverman on Mon, 15 January 2018, 17:57:07
I just switched my work keyboard to a light grey Cherry G80-3000 customized with brown switches and QMX clips.  It's easily one of the nicest keyboards I've ever typed on, and it's very quiet.  It's going to go even more old school than it already is when Massdrop ever ships my Matt3o keycaps.

I have a Mistel Sleeker on order for my Mac at home after reading a couple of reviews of it here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sncbraxsc2 on Wed, 17 January 2018, 15:36:58
I've been using a g80-3494 for about a week as I'm waiting on some parts for my usual office board.

It has silent reds which are, as the name would suggest, much more quiet. The travel reduction is noticeable but I still enjoy the typing experience despite the fast bottom out. I'm not very picky. It would be better for gaming but this is my only spare mechanical that isn't WAY too loud for my office so here we are..

Things that I've enjoyed:

Things I haven't enjoyed:

One thing that surprised me is that each stabilized key uses thick PBT caps unlike the rest

(https://i.imgur.com/m0JJwYY.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Thu, 18 January 2018, 13:42:48
White key on black case RF87U at home.

POS Dell quietkey laptop-esque full size at work for docking station.  IT department is fanatical about not allowing non-standard "gaming" keyboards at work.  :shrug:

I still carry my Pok3r RGB with silent blacks with me for when the laptop leaves the docking station :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: anorphirith on Thu, 18 January 2018, 13:50:59
pok3r at home, 87u at work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir on Sat, 20 January 2018, 01:30:06
At home I'm currently using Ortek MCK-101SX that I got couple of days ago. At work it's all thock-thock with a Realforce 105.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Sat, 20 January 2018, 03:11:03
Keycool 84 key (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/DIY-KIT-keycool-mechanical-keyboards-cherry-mx-compatible-tkl-87-PCB-keycool-84-compact-keyboard/32844894887.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.2.2821103aOLYgnI&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0%2Csearchweb201602_1_10152_10151_10065_10130_10068_10344_10324_10547_10342_10325_10546_10343_10340_10548_10341_10545_10084_10083_10615_10307_10313_10059_10534_100031_10604_10103_10142%2Csearchweb201603_40%2CppcSwitch_5&algo_expid=ce19936e-262f-491d-b723-345f65e46e4c-0&algo_pvid=ce19936e-262f-491d-b723-345f65e46e4c&priceBeautifyAB=5) with pale blue box kailh's (https://www.novelkeys.xyz/product/novelkeys-x-kailh-box-heavy-switches/) with MAXKEY BG SA Keycaps (https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/collections/keycaps/products/maxkey-b-g-sa-keycaps).

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sun, 21 January 2018, 19:00:55
(https://i.imgur.com/GrNwIDE.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Mon, 22 January 2018, 12:42:05
At home I'm currently using Ortek MCK-101SX that I got couple of days ago. At work it's all thock-thock with a Realforce 105.

Nice Ortek!  I just set my Ortek up at home as today is a rare work-from-home day for me.  At work I thock-thock as well, with my Realforce 104.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Sat, 27 January 2018, 19:02:03
[Home Keyboard] Norbauer Novatouch Dasher:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iamedwards on Sat, 27 January 2018, 19:13:08
FC980M

[attach=2]

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Sun, 28 January 2018, 13:19:17
[Home Keyboard] Norbauer Novatouch Dasher:

(Attachment Link)

What a good looking KB Mouse combo, very nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Sun, 28 January 2018, 17:16:53
Hello! New to the forums so thought I could post here.
Currently use a black on black Torpre RealForce 108 with a Japanese layout.
Stock photo below because it's currently pretty much stock except for the bed is painted blue.
My company HORI collaborated with Topre to create the Final Fantasy XI Limited Edition Topre keyboards a few years back, and I use one of the prototypes.

(http://www.ecj.jp/ecimage/goods2/664/664350/2.jpg)

Been obsessing with custom keycaps and artisan keycaps lately, and ordered up some supplies to customize my board and create some keycaps. I have a few ideas that I haven't seen executed yet, so I hope to post them here some day soon.

Been searching for a Topre caps in particular, as every since I started using the RealForce I just can't go back. Cherry MX switches are nice, and my company even developed our own proprietary keyswitch, but I'll be a Topre man for life...

Nice to meet you all and thank you for all the information so far!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 28 January 2018, 17:19:16
Hello! New to the forums so thought I could post here.
Currently use a black on black Torpre RealForce 108 with a Japanese layout.
Stock photo below because it's currently pretty much stock except for the bed is painted blue.
My company HORI collaborated with Topre to create the Final Fantasy XI Limited Edition Topre keyboards a few years back, and I use one of the prototypes.

Show Image
(http://www.ecj.jp/ecimage/goods2/664/664350/2.jpg)


Been obsessing with custom keycaps and artisan keycaps lately, and ordered up some supplies to customize my board and create some keycaps. I have a few ideas that I haven't seen executed yet, so I hope to post them here some day soon.

Been searching for a Topre caps in particular, as every since I started using the RealForce I just can't go back. Cherry MX switches are nice, and my company even developed our own proprietary keyswitch, but I'll be a Topre man for life...

Nice to meet you all and thank you for all the information so far!

You work for HORI? Like the company that makes fightstick parts?

That's rad. I used a hayabusa stick when I still had a fightstick.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Sun, 28 January 2018, 17:45:34
Hello! New to the forums so thought I could post here.
Currently use a black on black Torpre RealForce 108 with a Japanese layout.
Stock photo below because it's currently pretty much stock except for the bed is painted blue.
My company HORI collaborated with Topre to create the Final Fantasy XI Limited Edition Topre keyboards a few years back, and I use one of the prototypes.

Show Image
(http://www.ecj.jp/ecimage/goods2/664/664350/2.jpg)


Been obsessing with custom keycaps and artisan keycaps lately, and ordered up some supplies to customize my board and create some keycaps. I have a few ideas that I haven't seen executed yet, so I hope to post them here some day soon.

Been searching for a Topre caps in particular, as every since I started using the RealForce I just can't go back. Cherry MX switches are nice, and my company even developed our own proprietary keyswitch, but I'll be a Topre man for life...

Nice to meet you all and thank you for all the information so far!

You work for HORI? Like the company that makes fightstick parts?

That's rad. I used a hayabusa stick when I still had a fightstick.

Yes, I do, and thank you! I agree that the Hayabusa is a great stick, although it's a bit loose for some people's taste. The new matte-finish Hayabusa pushbuttons are getting all kind of rave reviews, too and I have to agree. But I'm not here to promote HORI, just thought it was cool we worked with Topre, which led to me getting introduced to the keyboard that changed my life. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 28 January 2018, 19:20:55
Hello! New to the forums so thought I could post here.
Currently use a black on black Torpre RealForce 108 with a Japanese layout.
Stock photo below because it's currently pretty much stock except for the bed is painted blue.
My company HORI collaborated with Topre to create the Final Fantasy XI Limited Edition Topre keyboards a few years back, and I use one of the prototypes.

Show Image
(http://www.ecj.jp/ecimage/goods2/664/664350/2.jpg)


Been obsessing with custom keycaps and artisan keycaps lately, and ordered up some supplies to customize my board and create some keycaps. I have a few ideas that I haven't seen executed yet, so I hope to post them here some day soon.

Been searching for a Topre caps in particular, as every since I started using the RealForce I just can't go back. Cherry MX switches are nice, and my company even developed our own proprietary keyswitch, but I'll be a Topre man for life...

Nice to meet you all and thank you for all the information so far!

You work for HORI? Like the company that makes fightstick parts?

That's rad. I used a hayabusa stick when I still had a fightstick.

Yes, I do, and thank you! I agree that the Hayabusa is a great stick, although it's a bit loose for some people's taste. The new matte-finish Hayabusa pushbuttons are getting all kind of rave reviews, too and I have to agree. But I'm not here to promote HORI, just thought it was cool we worked with Topre, which led to me getting introduced to the keyboard that changed my life.

That's super cool.

When I was in Japan, I was surprised to see that Topre doesn't only make keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Sun, 28 January 2018, 19:47:18
Yes, I do, and thank you! I agree that the Hayabusa is a great stick, although it's a bit loose for some people's taste. The new matte-finish Hayabusa pushbuttons are getting all kind of rave reviews, too and I have to agree. But I'm not here to promote HORI, just thought it was cool we worked with Topre, which led to me getting introduced to the keyboard that changed my life.

That's super cool.

When I was in Japan, I was surprised to see that Topre doesn't only make keyboards.

Yeah it seems they also make other industrial and manufacturing equipment. Makes sense as their keyboards have an extremely high quality industrial-grade feel to them. I feel like I could use my RealForce for decades without issue, whereas a lot of highly-marketed mechanical gaming keyboards seem like they'd break with a strong look and a light breeze.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 28 January 2018, 19:48:13
Yes, I do, and thank you! I agree that the Hayabusa is a great stick, although it's a bit loose for some people's taste. The new matte-finish Hayabusa pushbuttons are getting all kind of rave reviews, too and I have to agree. But I'm not here to promote HORI, just thought it was cool we worked with Topre, which led to me getting introduced to the keyboard that changed my life.

That's super cool.

When I was in Japan, I was surprised to see that Topre doesn't only make keyboards.

Yeah it seems they also make other industrial and manufacturing equipment. Makes sense as their keyboards have an extremely high quality industrial-grade feel to them. I feel like I could use my RealForce for decades without issue, whereas a lot of highly-marketed mechanical gaming keyboards seem like they'd break with a strong look and a light breeze.

That's why I use a kustom :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EscapeVelocity on Sun, 28 January 2018, 21:48:45
Logitech UltraX Premium...short stroke scissor switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheInverseKey on Mon, 29 January 2018, 10:48:04
NMB RT 101+ with Black Hi-Tek
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Mon, 29 January 2018, 13:50:58
When I was in Japan, I was surprised to see that Topre doesn't only make keyboards.

(https://i.imgur.com/anUIA49.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vaultsg on Mon, 29 January 2018, 17:24:39
KBParadise V60 with MX Browns and some Tai-Hao accents

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustpuppy on Thu, 01 February 2018, 08:36:14
Using my stainless steel atreus connected to my iPad: https://imgur.com/gallery/ZaZHV
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Thu, 01 February 2018, 13:55:01
In the process of cleaning up this beauty:

[attach=1]

I bought it for cheap but without knowing the switch. I wasn't stupid enough to expect blue alps, but the white alps I'll take :D

Edit: Oh, It's a Mtek K104 if you didn't know.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Fri, 02 February 2018, 22:51:47
In the process of cleaning up this beauty:

(Attachment Link)

I bought it for cheap but without knowing the switch. I wasn't stupid enough to expect blue alps, but the white alps I'll take :D

Edit: Oh, It's a Mtek K104 if you didn't know.


You won't be disapointed.  :)


I thought what I will do this year is to move through my 'boards every month.
Last month was the K104 and as I have a lot more RD's than MK's I will have to alternate  :( :-[

So this month I am using a Cherry combo: RS6000 with an M-5000 mouse.
[attach=1]


The rubber coating on the mouse is deteriorating and feels sticky, but mhe, I'll still use it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: naveed on Sat, 03 February 2018, 17:13:50
I got this for work.

HAVIT HV-KB390L Low Profile Mechanical Keyboard  https://www.prohavit.com/products/hv-kb390l-low-profile-mechanical-keyboard/

Generally I am not fond of blue switches, but this low-profile one reminds me a lot of the space invader switches and I love it.

At home, I'm using a Corsair K95 with Red Cherrys. (Yes, one big ass keyboard at home and a tiny one at work - I should have bought the one with the numpad).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sat, 03 February 2018, 22:27:36
Using this (Pok3r RGB with silent blacks, DSA Dolch) in bedroom with work laptop trying to finish up some work.

(https://i.imgur.com/el2ZVK1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Sat, 03 February 2018, 23:44:20
Still using my Ducky YOTD at home, and my SSK at work...

Have to say, it's great in both cases.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Sun, 04 February 2018, 15:31:37
Using an Avid KB654 (MX Brown) at home and an Apple Magic keyboard at work. At some point I want to replace that Magic keyboard with one of the old Alps Apple boards like an Apple Extended but that will have to wait for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Mon, 05 February 2018, 06:59:22
(https://i.imgur.com/uniwSyv.jpg)

Been using my shiny 8 yo Logitech UltraX Premium for the past couple of hours. I still have a soft spot for this keyboard. The fact that it was $20 retail still amazes me. Probably my all-time favorite cheap-board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Mon, 05 February 2018, 09:02:14
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/iWKIKKP.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rjVelRh.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rK43vmo.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/scIfdof.jpg)


Love this board. I'm thinking about building something similar but am a total n00b. Can you let me know where you sourced your parts or what you used? Thank you!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: durainello on Mon, 05 February 2018, 09:12:41
Have you tried a buckling spring?
At work I have been using a Realforce 87U 55g for a few weeks now. Got it to see if the Topre hype was for real. It's not (for me). Just too mushy feeling--i need that crisp tactile feedback. I considered trying BKE domes, but it's not worth throwing even more money at this to try "fixing" something I don't really enjoy in its original form. But it was a good learning experience, and worth the $30-$50 I'll probably lose when I resell it. I can now say that I've tried just about every type of mechanical keyboard switch I've ever been tempted by.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Mon, 05 February 2018, 10:19:41
Have you tried a buckling spring?
At work I have been using a Realforce 87U 55g for a few weeks now. Got it to see if the Topre hype was for real. It's not (for me). Just too mushy feeling--i need that crisp tactile feedback. I considered trying BKE domes, but it's not worth throwing even more money at this to try "fixing" something I don't really enjoy in its original form. But it was a good learning experience, and worth the $30-$50 I'll probably lose when I resell it. I can now say that I've tried just about every type of mechanical keyboard switch I've ever been tempted by.
Capacitive buckling spring (IBM model F) is my number one favorite switch.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Chemoletter on Mon, 05 February 2018, 12:04:54
I wanted to try out buckling springs and thought it was a good idea to buy a brand new super classic from unicomp. i got it today and i have to say i am heavily disappointed.

expectation: smooth action
what i got: stuck, grinding keys even after re-seating them to check for trapped springs. tried typing for two hours. no effect. maybe it'll losen up.

expectation: a safe non slippery case
what i got: rubber pads on one side only - the spacebar side.

who in their right mind puts rubber pads on only one side? until i buy them i'll have a superb scratching device for my desk. even the foldable feet don't have rubber on them. damn this is a travesty.

i guess i'm the one to blame here for not paying attention looking at the product shots. sorry for the bad vibes but i feel ripped off and had to tell.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Tue, 06 February 2018, 09:17:22
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-19.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-19.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-19.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arhetue on Wed, 07 February 2018, 08:43:07
Norbauer custom anodized brushed blue v1 housing; holding a silenced, lubed, 55g domeswapped novatouch; using Dangerzone with a Junktown Esc

https://imgur.com/a/XdiQp
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: letsfixitinpost on Wed, 07 February 2018, 16:38:00
At the office using a wasd v2 with red silents.  I didn't buy it, they actually had them here and nobody wanted to use them.  I guess people are used to the apple chiclet keyboard.  Really liking it though.  I'm by no means an expert, but  I find it very easy to get that light tactile hit without bottoming out.  However Imay be bottoming out, but the dampening system or something may make it seem like I'm not.  Anyway sometimes I feel like I'm playing a piano now instead of just slamming keys.

At home I've been using my new fc660c.  Still getting use to the topre life.  I think I still enjoy the feel of the mechanical, but I did a long writing session at home last night and now I'm here at work kind of missing typing on the leopold.  Just a lot of fun.  I think the biggest challenge is getting used to such a high click.  I literally came from a corsair that was old and beat up to these in the last month, so it's been what I'd call an awakening, albeit slightly expensive one.  I think time will tell with the Topre, but I find myself getting more and more used to it as each day goes by.  I want to make sure I'm not justifying it bc of the price!  I will see how it feels in a month, but so far so good.  I also may be getting used to a  60ish perfect KB as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whiskerBox on Thu, 08 February 2018, 20:01:43
Currently using the lz-s with vintage blacks that I relentlessly bothered tsangan for lol, I've used it everyday for 5yrs thanks buddy!

So many killer new boards out nowadays, I kind of want a fancy hhkb layout to travel with.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/6ded46541d74374b4554b12879830a17.jpg)

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Thu, 08 February 2018, 23:38:40
I wanted to try out buckling springs and thought it was a good idea to buy a brand new super classic from unicomp. i got it today and i have to say i am heavily disappointed.

expectation: smooth action
what i got: stuck, grinding keys even after re-seating them to check for trapped springs. tried typing for two hours. no effect. maybe it'll losen up.

expectation: a safe non slippery case
what i got: rubber pads on one side only - the spacebar side.

who in their right mind puts rubber pads on only one side? until i buy them i'll have a superb scratching device for my desk. even the foldable feet don't have rubber on them. damn this is a travesty.

i guess i'm the one to blame here for not paying attention looking at the product shots. sorry for the bad vibes but i feel ripped off and had to tell.

While many of us are glad to see someone let buckling springs live on, it's almost worse to have them live on this way.

If you want buckling spring, might as well try to get a vintage IBM board unless you can't do without the Windows/Context keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Deefenestrate on Fri, 09 February 2018, 08:59:21
Back to the Topre life!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 11 February 2018, 09:58:26

While many of us are glad to see someone let buckling springs live on, it's almost worse to have them live on this way.

If you want buckling spring, might as well try to get a vintage IBM board unless you can't do without the Windows/Context keys.

Are you sure about that?
(https://i.imgur.com/YEIA2Ul.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sun, 11 February 2018, 13:48:07

While many of us are glad to see someone let buckling springs live on, it's almost worse to have them live on this way.

If you want buckling spring, might as well try to get a vintage IBM board unless you can't do without the Windows/Context keys.

Are you sure about that?
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/YEIA2Ul.jpg)


Is that a vintage IBM board?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atectatifern on Sun, 11 February 2018, 13:51:21
Noppoo 108EC Pro dome swapped to 65g (dome sheet from eBay--watch out for the LEDs if you do this mod) rocking Yuri with Cyrllics and a Hidden Lab two-tone blue spacebar. Currently liking this keyboard better than my Novatouch but have some BKE heavy domes to try out in that when I get a chance.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Sun, 11 February 2018, 16:54:26
Right now I'm using my Hyper7 build I finished today. Long slog to get here.

(https://i.imgur.com/1nRp5UO.jpg)

Reddit details - https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7wubx0/i_hear_space_cadet_is_popular/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Sun, 11 February 2018, 18:59:39
Right now I'm using my Hyper7 build I finished today. Long slog to get here.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/1nRp5UO.jpg)


Reddit details - https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7wubx0/i_hear_space_cadet_is_popular/

My mind is boggled...!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tron on Mon, 12 February 2018, 14:56:03
Loving my IBM 5251 beam spring :cool: It beats all other switches and boards that I've tried so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Mon, 12 February 2018, 22:05:04
Was using a aek 2 with orange alps or salmon im a newb so idk which ones it has but it has orangy colored alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Tue, 13 February 2018, 04:45:06
Loving my IBM 5251 beam spring :cool: It beats all other switches and boards that I've tried so far.

That's one helluva board, man.  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Tue, 13 February 2018, 17:43:43
Just completed this afternoon, Banana Split 60 Round 2.  Kailh BOX Pale Blue switches.  KBDfans 5° case.  Signature Plastics G20 profile keycaps.

(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo65-01.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo65-01.jpg
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aggiejy on Wed, 14 February 2018, 22:58:40
One of these lately...

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 14 February 2018, 23:22:33
One of these lately...

(Attachment Link)

Been trying one of the new ones with the double shot PBT caps on and off for the past few weeks.
Very solid board, and the caps are nice, but I can't stand that win10 cap.  Probably gonna be putting on different caps soon.

(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd490/CurtisandCrystal/Curts%20Pcs/Curts%20Keyboards/20180118_012102.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 15 February 2018, 12:10:40
Loving my IBM 5251 beam spring :cool: It beats all other switches and boards that I've tried so far.

You win. That bad boy beats everyone's switches and boards here.  :thumb:

My current work setup looks like this:

[attachimg=1]

And while I just love my silenced Norbatouch boards (I hafta add a numpad or I go crazy), they just don't crush it quite like a good old beamspringer.  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tron on Thu, 15 February 2018, 15:47:49
Loving my IBM 5251 beam spring :cool: It beats all other switches and boards that I've tried so far.

You win. That bad boy beats everyone's switches and boards here.  :thumb:

My current work setup looks like this:

(Attachment Link)

And while I just love my silenced Norbatouch boards (I hafta add a numpad or I go crazy), they just don't crush it quite like a good old beamspringer.  :cool:

Sarcasm noted  :)). I wasn't trying to say my board is better than everyone's switches and keyboards, just the ones that I've personally tried so far (which is actually quite a bit).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Thu, 15 February 2018, 21:06:36
LFK78 with Box Kailh Jades and Beige+Blue DSA PBT Laser Etched keycaps from KPRepublic
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir on Fri, 16 February 2018, 00:18:19
(https://i.imgur.com/StpewUJ.jpg)

Teensy finally arrived so I could build a Soarer's converter for this.
Never tried vintage MX blacks before, and I don't know what to think of them. Based on first impressions, I like linear
space invaders more, but I'll have to see where this goes.

Fun board, but it's surprisingly hard to adjust to the layout :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Fri, 16 February 2018, 10:26:01
A 1991 model m after using a board with mx silent reds this is so loud :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Fri, 16 February 2018, 11:51:01
Loving my IBM 5251 beam spring :cool: It beats all other switches and boards that I've tried so far.

You win. That bad boy beats everyone's switches and boards here.  :thumb:

My current work setup looks like this:

(Attachment Link)

And while I just love my silenced Norbatouch boards (I hafta add a numpad or I go crazy), they just don't crush it quite like a good old beamspringer.  :cool:

Sarcasm noted  :)).

I wasn't being sarcastic! I think that beamspringer is awesome and beats the pants off 99% of what gets posted here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bitzie on Sat, 17 February 2018, 15:32:47
(https://i.imgur.com/eHnnCiL.jpg)

Just finished my first build, a BananaSplit V2 last night: https://imgur.com/a/eMBLi (https://imgur.com/a/eMBLi)

It's going to take some time to get used to the heavier springs and pretty much complete lack of sound, but loving it so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sat, 17 February 2018, 15:36:53
(https://i.imgur.com/5pxrTtr.jpg)

- Triviumtek Lustro
- Enjoy PBT blue Cyrillic
- Ramage Bioluminescence
- Bro Cosmic Azure moba (now I'm 100% better at Path of Exile)
- Bro Sapphire BBv2
- /u/90N1NE cable
- lubed Gateron Blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sat, 17 February 2018, 15:40:50
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/eHnnCiL.jpg)


Just finished my first build, a BananaSplit V2 last night: https://imgur.com/a/eMBLi (https://imgur.com/a/eMBLi)

It's going to take some time to get used to the heavier springs and pretty much complete lack of sound, but loving it so far.

Did you dye those keys?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sat, 17 February 2018, 15:58:48
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/eHnnCiL.jpg)


Just finished my first build, a BananaSplit V2 last night: https://imgur.com/a/eMBLi (https://imgur.com/a/eMBLi)

It's going to take some time to get used to the heavier springs and pretty much complete lack of sound, but loving it so far.

This awesome & such a creative way to roll with the punches! Most people would've scrapped the caps after they didn't turn out exactly like they thought they would. The distressed look work very well here IMO & honestly I've never seen it done with a MKB. Great job :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bitzie on Sat, 17 February 2018, 16:13:27
Did you dye those keys?

Yes, hand-dyed with iDye Poly. I used Orange and Silver Grey. The two tones of grey were done by doing the alphas for a total of 6 minutes and the others for about 20 minutes. If you're thinking of dying keys, definitely do some tests to get the timing down right. Oh.. One thing I should add to the log is that the dying process is messy. Even if you think you're clean, particles of dye actually float with the steam... I have hazy dots of color on the stove and on the top of the range hood.

This awesome & such a creative way to roll with the punches! Most people would've scrapped the caps after they didn't turn out exactly like they thought they would. The distressed look work very well here IMO & honestly I've never seen it done with a MKB. Great job :thumb:

Thanks! I'll probably have to go in the same direction for my next build as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sat, 17 February 2018, 16:15:09
[attach=1]

This FC660C I just got this past thurs. The Topre experience is pretty nice but to me definitely not the panacea some make it out to be, although I can see why someone would swear by them too. All in all I'm pretty happy with the board in it's stock form, but the 45g domes are to light for me & the stabilized keys except the space bar rattle like crazy. I got a batch of BKE redux extreme domes & the silencing rings from Keyclack which I will be putting in it soon, just waiting on the lube. I'm hoping after that the board will better suit my tastes. Still though it is a very nice typing experience for sure, the switches themselves do feel a but sturdier & consistent than even high end MX switches IMO. I guess I'm just nit picking it a bit since I'm used to my custom MX builds, especially with the stabilized keys which I'm hoping lubing & silencing will fix.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: onlyabyte on Sun, 18 February 2018, 03:15:00
Rapoo V500 with Kailh Yellows - a nice TKL board which I've been using for more than a year now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ch_123 on Sun, 18 February 2018, 15:36:05

While many of us are glad to see someone let buckling springs live on, it's almost worse to have them live on this way.

If you want buckling spring, might as well try to get a vintage IBM board unless you can't do without the Windows/Context keys.

Are you sure about that?
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/YEIA2Ul.jpg)


Is that a vintage IBM board?

Nope, that's a Unicomp 103-key with one of their logo-less lock light stickers.

I'd also attest to the fact that the 2-3 Unicomp keyboards I've tried were just as nice to type on as the IBM originals. The build quality leaves a lot to be desired, but the typing feel is still great.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Sun, 18 February 2018, 21:27:47
A drevo joyuse wot kalih low profile black switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mikehotel on Tue, 20 February 2018, 07:00:14
Is there a difference between the white and black Leopold Topre boards? Are the keycaps and/or any materials different? Or is it all identical?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ch_123 on Tue, 20 February 2018, 17:52:42
(https://i.imgur.com/yGdcKqw.jpg)

Still needs:
* GHB keys from Dolch set cut to fit the trackpoint
* coloured blank keys for the mouse buttons

But pretty great so far!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 20 February 2018, 18:25:44
The one on my phone.  :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Tue, 20 February 2018, 21:37:43
I'm using a drevo joyuse with kalih low profile blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Liocer on Wed, 21 February 2018, 07:57:37
40% like a boss

(https://i.imgur.com/5YpJdKR.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dgneo on Wed, 21 February 2018, 08:01:34
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180221/53de29915c18cb9b4c6eda52d28da2e9.jpg)

Jane
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 21 February 2018, 08:13:00
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180221/53de29915c18cb9b4c6eda52d28da2e9.jpg)


Jane

ooh, nice

... me Tarzan!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 21 February 2018, 17:23:35
Keytronic Q03601QLPS2 in beige, NIB.

This is what I believe to be the same as keyboard that we got with our first family computer in 1992. It certainly looks the same as I recall it to, so I picked it up for nostalgic purposes really (pretty rare to find one in brand new condition, in this colour, and with PS/2).

It is a rubber dome keyboard, but it's actually quite a good one. I'm a big fan of Topre and this doesn't give the same sensation or sound as that, but as far as membrane keyboards go, it's pretty good. Sounds alright, feels decent, and actually has a pretty nice overall build. The keycaps in particular seem solid with crisp legends. The keystrokes actually feel rather heavy, probably around 50g or a bit more. Certainly heavier than HHKB or 87U 45g Topres or 45g Cherry MX. The weighting is surprisingly close to the Model M with buckling springs. I'll see how this changes as the keyboard breaks in.

(https://i.imgur.com/4lgR2yV.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/uaaDEIk.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/jHipleL.jpg)

Only strange thing I've noticed so far is that CTRL+Backspace gives an unknown character rather than deleting the previous word. Otherwise everything is as expected.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OfTheWild on Wed, 21 February 2018, 19:40:13
finally finished this one up for my "working from home" keyboard:

(https://i.imgur.com/d0hnk0i.jpg)
78g Zilents
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Wed, 21 February 2018, 23:59:20
This!

(https://imgur.com/odPFiK3.jpg)

(https://imgur.com/P0pjcCL.jpg)
https://imgur.com/a/PMHg3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 22 February 2018, 07:57:06
(https://i.imgur.com/8pMXxol.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Thu, 22 February 2018, 09:29:47
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/8pMXxol.jpg)

What is it? I am looking for a good case and plate for a filco tkl pcb :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 22 February 2018, 09:30:19
This!

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/odPFiK3.jpg)


Show Image
(https://imgur.com/P0pjcCL.jpg)

https://imgur.com/a/PMHg3

What the heck is that keyboard?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 22 February 2018, 09:31:05
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/8pMXxol.jpg)

What is it? I am looking for a good case and plate for a filco tkl pcb :)

Varmilo VB87M with aluminum case. If you want a metal case for the Filco, get a TEX case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Thu, 22 February 2018, 15:16:40
This!

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/odPFiK3.jpg)


Show Image
(https://imgur.com/P0pjcCL.jpg)

https://imgur.com/a/PMHg3

What the heck is that keyboard?

It's the baby I've been gestating for the last few months - a custom keyboard project I dived right into the deep end to do. I've been using the prototypes since the PCBs were made back in Oct/Nov, this is the finished article and my daily driver. More here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=94075.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sat, 24 February 2018, 11:32:31
(https://i.imgur.com/hkMDEpp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/x1XX4bh.jpg)

Constantly swapping, but this is the current setup at home Tina-A, Cherry Silent Red, and GMK Muted. Also ordered a WhiteFox with Hako True switches. I can see that being the daily driver for a while once I receive that in late March / early April.

At work, it's an HHKB Type-S.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sat, 24 February 2018, 12:04:10
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/hkMDEpp.jpg)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/x1XX4bh.jpg)


Constantly swapping, but this is the current setup at home Tina-A, Cherry Silent Red, and GMK Muted. Also ordered a WhiteFox with Hako True switches. I can see that being the daily driver for a while once I receive that in late March / early April.

At work, it's an HHKB Type-S.

That's a purrrdy board, very nice!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Worthless_Owl on Sat, 24 February 2018, 14:08:52
Stock HHKB
AEKII with Damped White Alps
"Thick Paper Modded" Costar keyboard with Fukka Switches

Used in rotation according to my mood  ;D

Have some vintages to restore, a Model M from a Wheelwriter and an unknown Alps SKFS keyboard. And an orange Alps build in progress.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Sat, 24 February 2018, 14:44:25
A shine 6 with blues that actually feels really nice everyone says they suck but this one feels really good so did I get a good batch of blues or what??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Sat, 24 February 2018, 17:03:33
A custom build:


[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sun, 25 February 2018, 09:32:44
This bizarre behemoth:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Sun, 25 February 2018, 11:09:51
Current home keyboard:

[attachimg=1]
Silenced Norbatouch (Space Station White) & Plum Numpad with /dev/tty keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Sun, 25 February 2018, 12:40:50
This bizarre behemoth:
Did you dye those enter keys, Fohat, or is that a standard color offered by Unicomp?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sun, 25 February 2018, 12:50:46

Did you dye those enter keys,


I dyed them, using old-batch RIT "dark green" but they came out with a significant teal blue undertone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Sun, 25 February 2018, 14:14:18

Did you dye those enter keys,


I dyed them, using old-batch RIT "dark green" but they came out with a significant teal blue undertone.
They look great. I wish I could buy a set of modifiers just like that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Vectrex720 on Sun, 25 February 2018, 16:43:22
(https://i.imgur.com/s09gnis.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sun, 25 February 2018, 18:31:36
[attach=1]
Finally did the dome swap to BKE redux extremes, lubed & silenced this. The change is extreme to say the least, I am really liking it though. Also the lubing & silencing really tightened the board up, no more rattly stabs! :thumb: My only concern is I used the KeyClack silencing rings & I haven't heard great things about them TBH. I used a tiny bit of lube to kinda glue them to the sliders, fingers crossed they hold. So far so good, but it is very early on. I will say they are doing an amazing job of silencing the board though. With as thin as they are & as hard of a rebound these domes have I was really expecting it to be louder.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Sun, 25 February 2018, 21:49:08
My daily driver, a Japanese layout Realforce. I work at HORI, a Japanese video game peripheral accessory maker, so I write in Japanese every day. I love this keyboard deeply, it brings me joy every time I touch it's lovely keycaps. Topre for life!

(https://image.ibb.co/cTXnDH/IMG_9451.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: the_fascist on Sun, 25 February 2018, 22:10:15
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: loli bomb on Sun, 25 February 2018, 22:14:21
Qisan Magicforce 86-key with Cherry MX browns 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dwarlorf on Mon, 26 February 2018, 04:04:29
Just finished this (still needs some firmware tweaking).

(https://i.imgur.com/MVM0s45.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/N5jlnRp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/81F7j0T.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/bqrMNtD.jpg)

Specs:
Banana Split v2 ISO
DSA keycaps (WAN) from pimpmykeyboard
Cherry Blacks with SpritDesign 60s springs
Cherry reds (arrows and space bars)
Cherry black - clear top with SpritDesign 85s spring (FN key)
Cool Jazz anode aluminium shell gh60 / poker 60 / dz60 (titanium grey) case
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: actualglacier on Mon, 26 February 2018, 09:31:58
(https://i.imgur.com/MK74Mqf.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/b8mujA6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/X1ka3sy.jpg)

TX-CP with lubed silent blacks, probably going to be on my desk for a while!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 26 February 2018, 09:50:50
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/hkMDEpp.jpg)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/x1XX4bh.jpg)


Constantly swapping, but this is the current setup at home Tina-A, Cherry Silent Red, and GMK Muted. Also ordered a WhiteFox with Hako True switches. I can see that being the daily driver for a while once I receive that in late March / early April.

At work, it's an HHKB Type-S.

This is beautiful. Well done.

I really, really wish I preferred typing on GMK over Enjoypbt, etc. My wallet does not. Maybe my future builds with 65g springs will make them more appealing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Mon, 26 February 2018, 10:00:33
This!

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/odPFiK3.jpg)


Show Image
(https://imgur.com/P0pjcCL.jpg)

https://imgur.com/a/PMHg3

Sick :)

I'm jealous of your ability too take your idea to final product. Well done.

Do you like helping others out and readily available via discord? skype? SMS? I have the aptitude for this type of hobbyist activity, but could use some direction :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Mon, 26 February 2018, 13:37:26
Thanking you kindly, bmilcs. It's nowhere near a final product for the general population, but it servers my purposes nicely.

Sure, I'd be happy to give you a few pointers from the things I learned. While this is my first keyboard and my first fully fledged self made(ish) project, I didn't learn all of this from scratch. The learning curve is fairly steep (depending on what you want to get done) but results are quick. Feel free to drop me a question in the build thread:

here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=92648.0
or here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=94075.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Mon, 26 February 2018, 15:31:45
This!

Show Image
(https://imgur.com/odPFiK3.jpg)


Show Image
(https://imgur.com/P0pjcCL.jpg)

https://imgur.com/a/PMHg3

Sick :)

I'm jealous of your ability too take your idea to final product. Well done.

Do you like helping others out and readily available via discord? skype? SMS? I have the aptitude for this type of hobbyist activity, but could use some direction :)
Same here. I have wanted a keyboard with a left numpad, right nav cluster for a long time, if I had the tools and skills of that guy, I could do it. But alas, I can't design PCB's beyond bread board prototypes, and I would be totally unimpressed by rat's nesting it. I also don't own a laser cutter or mill, so I don't really have a way to make a case worth a damn.

The reason I want one though is because it frees mouse real estate without losing the numpad. Maybe it is because I am weird, but such an idea is really attractive to me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Mon, 26 February 2018, 17:09:28
Noxary 268AG with GMK muted and Zilent switches

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/80hfrh/noxary_268ag_gmk_muted_zilents/?st=JE4U062R&sh=44e5696e

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180226/b33b590dc676db7cc2a5304a868df08b.jpg)


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Tue, 27 February 2018, 00:02:46
The reason I want one though is because it frees mouse real estate without losing the numpad. Maybe it is because I am weird, but such an idea is really attractive to me.

That's exactly what started me on this project. I have no idea why there are not more left handed keyboards around, it works so well for right hand users, but if there were more around I wouldn't have had the pleasure. Necessity is the mother of all invention, and all that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 27 February 2018, 19:51:06
The same one on a clean desk.
(https://i.imgur.com/57Yh0Dh.jpg)
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mudcakehoney on Tue, 27 February 2018, 20:04:03
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180228/622d688077321d70eab4000c54ca2881.jpg)

Have been running this guy back and forth from work lately, he thocks nicely with the wood and 67g Zealios and looks pretty great in any situation. They’re calling it my Tim Tam cos it looks like a mint choc crunchy dessert
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Tue, 27 February 2018, 21:15:14
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180228/622d688077321d70eab4000c54ca2881.jpg)


Have been running this guy back and forth from work lately, he thocks nicely with the wood and 67g Zealios and looks pretty great in any situation. They’re calling it my Tim Tam cos it looks like a mint choc crunchy dessert

Looks awesome man!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Thu, 01 March 2018, 02:33:24
For this month I'm using my Wyse 85.
Now the fun of adjusting to an iso layout and not using the numpad as it has some original application stickers on it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Fri, 02 March 2018, 14:33:06
Just finished building this one, HHKB with Mitchcapped glitter resin mods:

(http://i.cubeupload.com/0lofQx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sat, 03 March 2018, 20:16:48
Just finished building this one, HHKB with Mitchcapped glitter resin mods:

Show Image
(http://i.cubeupload.com/0lofQx.jpg)


Freaking beautiful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Sun, 04 March 2018, 11:45:37
I finally finished painting the case top of (one of) my Realforce RGB boards white, and now after two and a half years I finally have my Round 6 Honeywell keyboard:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Sun, 04 March 2018, 12:03:18
(https://i.imgur.com/cNvlq6v.png)

HHKB Pro 1 Rev A1 2003
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Sun, 04 March 2018, 13:45:22
I finally finished painting the case top of (one of) my Realforce RGB boards white, and now after two and a half years I finally have my Round 6 Honeywell keyboard:

(Attachment Link)

Now that is nice. And a bold manoeuvre with the black numpad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Sun, 04 March 2018, 14:20:21
I finally finished painting the case top of (one of) my Realforce RGB boards white, and now after two and a half years I finally have my Round 6 Honeywell keyboard:

(Attachment Link)
Love the Black numpad with the rest of the setup man


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Sun, 04 March 2018, 17:40:05


Love the Black numpad with the rest of the setup man
I wish white on black was being run in round 7.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Sun, 04 March 2018, 18:30:02


Love the Black numpad with the rest of the setup man
I wish white on black was being run in round 7.
I wish we knew if R7 was even happening...


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Sun, 04 March 2018, 18:46:33
I finally finished painting the case top of (one of) my Realforce RGB boards white, and now after two and a half years I finally have my Round 6 Honeywell keyboard:

(Attachment Link)

Now that is nice. And a bold manoeuvre with the black numpad.

As bold as Honeywell themselves!  :thumb:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Chevy_Monsenhor on Mon, 05 March 2018, 05:30:53
I'm at work, so i'm using my Lenovo Enhanced i brought from home, very decent rubber domes for a work daily imo.
And yes, its labeled because people tried to steal it before, because all the keyboards on the hall i work at are considerably worse than this one.
(https://i.imgur.com/UIyKcyx.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Mon, 05 March 2018, 13:55:30
Even though I'm usually not much on the "gamer" aesthetic, I saw this one a few years ago and put it on a wishlist. Just ordered it and it is extremely good quality for the price. Paid right at $50 for it, comes with Cherry MX Red. Unfortunately it uses a weird bottom row, but there are enough keysets out there now that I'm sure I can find replacements at some point. It reminds me a lot of Diablo.

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DxAHM2mKjKI/maxresdefault.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Vr0ykfl.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Mon, 05 March 2018, 23:08:14
As a quick little folly, I swapped out the browns in my Anne Pro for Kailh Jades to see what all the fuss was about. While I was at it I thought I'd make use of the nice cyan backlight by adding some grey caps and grey gaffer tape on the case.

The most basic of mods but I like it - it went from being hardly used to a clicking clacking bluetooth pleasure. Grey is an underused colour and I love colour blocked objects.

(https://i.imgur.com/jdjYJHX.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Tue, 06 March 2018, 10:45:25
Box Jades 4 life!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Tue, 06 March 2018, 22:29:21
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo65-14.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo65-14.jpg

This could be endgame for me.  It really is sweet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dwarlorf on Wed, 07 March 2018, 10:01:00
As a quick little folly, I swapped out the browns in my Anne Pro for Kailh Jades to see what all the fuss was about. While I was at it I thought I'd make use of the nice cyan backlight by adding some grey caps and grey gaffer tape on the case.

The most basic of mods but I like it - it went from being hardly used to a clicking clacking bluetooth pleasure. Grey is an underused colour and I love colour blocked objects.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/jdjYJHX.jpg)


It looks really nice. Basic yet fancy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Wed, 07 March 2018, 14:09:13
I was going for "rugged" =(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dubious on Wed, 07 March 2018, 14:52:25
Just finished building this one, HHKB with Mitchcapped glitter resin mods:

Show Image
(http://i.cubeupload.com/0lofQx.jpg)


That's some pile you got there
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jdcarpe on Wed, 07 March 2018, 14:54:39
As a quick little folly, I swapped out the browns in my Anne Pro for Kailh Jades to see what all the fuss was about. While I was at it I thought I'd make use of the nice cyan backlight by adding some grey caps and grey gaffer tape on the case.

The most basic of mods but I like it - it went from being hardly used to a clicking clacking bluetooth pleasure. Grey is an underused colour and I love colour blocked objects.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/jdjYJHX.jpg)


I really like those PBT backlit keycaps. I bought a set in white from Amazon, and I'm using them on my white case WASD CODE keyboard at home. I thought they would feel cheap, but they are actually not bad!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dwarlorf on Thu, 08 March 2018, 05:52:40
I was going for "rugged" =(

Cultural differences maybe? Or I have no clue about design (since no one seems to like my keyboard  :'(  ). :D

Anyways, what matters is that I like yours.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: emenelopee on Thu, 08 March 2018, 13:09:03
 :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mudcakehoney on Sat, 10 March 2018, 01:22:36
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180310/2a0f9b2dcbe43e94b24c3be799944106.jpg)

Had about an 8 hour session in Vermintide2 today and the CA66 handled it like a boss. The quick and heavy BOX oranges were a pleasure to use and helped me kill thousands of treacherous rats and other creatures. SA is definitely my favourite gaming profile when matched with a nice stiff switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Sun, 11 March 2018, 15:55:22
I randomly ordered some Tao-Hai Miami doubleshot keycaps from Massdrop a couple months ago and they arrived this week - so I bought a full-size iKBC cherry red board on Amazon for 50 bucks to stick em on. It's actually a really nice board for the price! Clean, solid, and feels great - especially after I added some o-rings.

Then something amazing happened!

Right as this was coming in Sludgekidd did an artisan RNG raffle on instagram and I got an invoice. We could choose our preferences, but got this bub that wasn't in the colorway options he listed. Turns out he made two "Zombub" cap and only sent out one. The amazing thing is that it matches my Miami caps perfectly!! So lucky!! Thank you to Sludgekidd, a really rad dude.

(https://i.cubeupload.com/M3EVzO.jpg)
(https://i.cubeupload.com/XwnHWJ.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 11 March 2018, 17:01:05
My second planck

Lubed & stickered vintage blacks
Sip sockets
Brass plate

(https://i.imgur.com/QQoo8F4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/7QDi6w1.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: crystalhand on Mon, 12 March 2018, 15:06:24
Here is the full set up that I am currently using.  My initial goal was to have a desk that absolutely no one in the office can sit down at and use.  Goal accomplished ;D

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 13 March 2018, 18:53:08
Here is the full set up that I am currently using.  My initial goal was to have a desk that absolutely no one in the office can sit down at and use.  Goal accomplished ;D

Haha, looks that way to me.  :))  Nice setup, looks very ergonomic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: crystalhand on Wed, 14 March 2018, 07:32:15

Haha, looks that way to me.  :))  Nice setup, looks very ergonomic.
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Thats my goal. Colemak+Dactyl+trackball seems to be my endgame.  I have no fatigue after being at a desk all day.  Although the numpad will get replaced at some point to better match the 3d printed dactyl case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AMongoose on Wed, 14 March 2018, 07:55:56

Haha, looks that way to me.  :))  Nice setup, looks very ergonomic.

Thats my goal. Colemak+Dactyl+trackball seems to be my endgame.  I have no fatigue after being at a desk all day.  Although the numpad will get replaced at some point to better match the 3d printed dactyl case.
[/quote]

In that setup what's your perfered method for typing numbers? the number row or the numpad?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Wed, 14 March 2018, 08:04:00
I definitely don't think I could get used to it. I've tried an ergo board before with QWERTY and even with that I was having a lot of trouble.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: crystalhand on Wed, 14 March 2018, 09:13:35


Haha, looks that way to me.  :))  Nice setup, looks very ergonomic.

Thats my goal. Colemak+Dactyl+trackball seems to be my endgame.  I have no fatigue after being at a desk all day.  Although the numpad will get replaced at some point to better match the 3d printed dactyl case.


In that setup what's your perfered method for typing numbers? the number row or the numpad?

It all depends on the situation.  I work in the printer industry so I have to take down meter reads when I remote into clients.  For this I use left hand on keyboard and right on numpad.  This lets me label the black color and total with bct. I also find I type a lot of IP addresses so I use the num pad for that as well.

If it is just 1 or 2 numbers I will stick with the keyboard num row (like I did in this sentence).  I tried mapping a layer to act as num pad but never liked it.

I have added an enter key to both dactyl sides and the numpad.  As well as a left righ error to both dactyls.  I find this lets me get around easily if one hand is on the mouse or num pad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rare on Wed, 14 March 2018, 15:31:20
(https://i.imgur.com/gaYEPXH.jpg)

Finally something new. My fingertips are rejoicing as I type.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 14 March 2018, 16:31:51
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/gaYEPXH.jpg)


Finally something new. My fingertips are rejoicing as I type.

Looks good..

Dat keeb make all them I.T. girls walkn' by throw fone numbers at you..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Wed, 14 March 2018, 19:58:53
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/gaYEPXH.jpg)


Finally something new. My fingertips are rejoicing as I type.

Looks good..

Dat keeb make all them I.T. girls walkn' by throw fone numbers at you..


What's a grill?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Wed, 14 March 2018, 20:37:44
[attach=1]
XD96 in the XIUDI case with Kailh Jade switches and PMK DSA HC "GRANITE" Keycaps.

The right modifiers that are dark blue are temporaries until the rest of my keycaps arrive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Magical_Man on Wed, 14 March 2018, 21:38:07
I'm using a Vortex Core 40%
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 16 March 2018, 10:03:36
I surprisingly enjoy tactility of the keyboard in thinkpad T440p.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: blackriver on Mon, 19 March 2018, 22:28:55
Just built my Rama M65-A with gat blues. I have the Space Grey version with JTK Purple on White caps. I love it so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Mon, 19 March 2018, 23:40:54
I have been using this Planck for almost 2 weeks now and really enjoying it.

[attachimg=1]

It has PMK SA sublimated keycaps and Kailh BOX White switches. I am using the below layout, which works well for programming and is based on this https://noahfrederick.com/log/the-planck-keyboard

[attachimg=2]

Tap for ESC, hold for CTRL ... Tap for (, hold for Shift ... and so on
GUI and Nav are additional layers
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: C7Kinetic on Tue, 20 March 2018, 00:04:16
YAS62 in a custom steel and acrylic case I had made. 68g Zandas feel real nice

(https://i.imgur.com/ny27RlW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Tue, 20 March 2018, 02:01:06
[attach=1]
Finally built my ACR60 with BOX Navys. :cool: Loving the feel & sound of them so far! Ditched the light milled acrylic case it came with for a KBDfans hi-profile aluminum case for the more solid feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: T14 on Tue, 20 March 2018, 14:38:44
kinesis classic and tipro 16x8 at work. At home I mostly use a 13" android tablet in bed. I am enjoying using this keyboard app (https://www.techrepublic.com/blog/smartphones/the-hackers-keyboard-will-become-one-of-your-top-10-android-apps/) as the gimped default version is defo not for me.
-T
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: letsfixitinpost on Sat, 24 March 2018, 14:33:17
Work - ASWD V2 silent reds , avid media composer keys

Home - Stock FC660C Pic below.  Hoping to add silenced rings but haven't gotten around to that yet.  So far enjoying it.  Odd curve for me.  I won't lie I kind of wasn't enjoying it early on, but as time went on I began to love it.  Really enjoy it a lot, even for video editing. Working on a smaller keyboard has forced me to tighten my shortcuts and has actually sped up my work slightly.

(https://i.imgur.com/JuCd8id.jpg)


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bmilcs on Sun, 25 March 2018, 19:58:29
(https://i.imgur.com/dR3C9i0.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/SKVmLJK.jpg)

KBD75 =)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Mon, 26 March 2018, 15:46:19
Work - ASWD V2 silent reds , avid media composer keys

Home - Stock FC660C Pic below.  Hoping to add silenced rings but haven't gotten around to that yet.  So far enjoying it.  Odd curve for me.  I won't lie I kind of wasn't enjoying it early on, but as time went on I began to love it.  Really enjoy it a lot, even for video editing. Working on a smaller keyboard has forced me to tighten my shortcuts and has actually sped up my work slightly.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/JuCd8id.jpg)


The FC660C is such a nice a board. I love the stock caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hking0036 on Mon, 26 March 2018, 15:50:16
Normally I use my RF 87 w/ 45g for a daily keyboard, but I just got done converting my 122 to ANSI - it's been a long time in the making! It's finally wired up to a teensy and now all I have to do is wait for a spacebar wire and rod insert to come in the mail. Un-cutesy picture:

(https://i.imgur.com/dw4tWf7.jpg)

I finally get why people complain about putting them back together, it's a little obscene.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Mon, 26 March 2018, 15:53:06
Took my work board home over the weekend for its annual cleaning.

(https://i.imgur.com/W2NTyzS.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: seva1385 on Mon, 26 March 2018, 17:06:23
Kinesis Advantage2, you can see CST trackball on the left and blury pedals under the desk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Mon, 26 March 2018, 17:18:49
Took my work board home over the weekend for its annual cleaning.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/W2NTyzS.jpg)

Flipped space bar FTW!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Mon, 26 March 2018, 17:22:38
Took my work board home over the weekend for its annual cleaning.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/W2NTyzS.jpg)

Flipped space bar FTW!

:D

You have the right trousers!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 26 March 2018, 17:38:04
Took my work board home over the weekend for its annual cleaning.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/W2NTyzS.jpg)

Flipped space bar FTW!

:D

You have the right trousers!

it's the only way
Title: Re: Post your clacks!
Post by: montydrei on Mon, 26 March 2018, 17:57:59
Started this hobby in November of last year, and after a few months finally settled on this (for now). My Input Club K-Type with Kailh Pro Purples:

(https://i.imgur.com/blMzIML.jpg)
Title: Re: Re: Post your clacks!
Post by: dblack on Mon, 26 March 2018, 18:56:20
Started this hobby in November of last year, and after a few months finally settled on this (for now). My Input Club K-Type with Kailh Pro Purples:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/blMzIML.jpg)


hey man you might be in the wrong thread. clacks are artisan keycaps and pictures of them belong here. great board though, and welcome to the site!

hmm i guess our posts got moved?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ScottPaladin on Mon, 26 March 2018, 21:12:31
(https://i.imgur.com/O3h9Cu7.jpg)

Just put my HP with my work bag to take up to the office tomorrow. So it's back to the boring old GH60 with Gateron Browns. I've been on the cusp of upgrading this thing's internals for about six months now, but I keep changing what switch I want to move to. First it was Jailhouse Blues, then Outemu Ice Purples, then Box Burnt Orange. Now I'm drooling over those Box Royals. And literally just this moment I realized that my Backspace key is starting to go out. I wonder if that's a bad solder joint (I know I'm not the best solderer) or a ****ed up contact leaf.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: montydrei on Mon, 26 March 2018, 22:01:02
Started this hobby in November of last year, and after a few months finally settled on this (for now). My Input Club K-Type with Kailh Pro Purples:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/blMzIML.jpg)


hey man you might be in the wrong thread. clacks are artisan keycaps and pictures of them belong here. great board though, and welcome to the site!

hmm i guess our posts got moved?

Oops! Yup, I'm definitely new here ;D

Thank you for the kind welcome though!  :)


Huh, looks like our posts did get moved ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rare on Mon, 26 March 2018, 22:59:59
this page got so insane oh my lord
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: notflipperdan420 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 13:37:02
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whale-tail on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:16:19
KUL ES-87 with Cherry MX Blue switches and some minor modifications planned, and I've got a used Unicomp 122-key terminal board on the way as well
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: seva1385 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 22:07:16
Here is the full set up that I am currently using.  My initial goal was to have a desk that absolutely no one in the office can sit down at and use.  Goal accomplished ;D


Can I see picture of your chair?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dwasifar on Thu, 05 April 2018, 16:26:33
How about these?

(https://xec.net/share/twins.png)

These are both Phosphorglow restorations.

The one on the left is from 1991, and is stock.  The one on the right was made in 1990 - today is its birthday, in fact - and sharp eyes will notice that Phosphorglow put in blue LEDs for me.  It also has Phosphorglow's "Colossus" USB conversion.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Thu, 05 April 2018, 17:30:55
Very nice @dwasifar.

Keeping on the theme of vintage, I have put the Wyse away and pulled this one out for this month.
[attach=1]

Picked it up a while ago and this is the first time I have used it.
Needs a clean up and surprisingly has a nice thock sound.

I really should stop spamming here with RD's but I as yet don't have a full range of mech's.  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thokir on Thu, 05 April 2018, 17:37:34
NL Bullet Planck with lubed vintage blacks and Devlin K-Series Aurora caps.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180405/1be78d17c6accafb7d3270db59f86af9.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dwasifar on Thu, 05 April 2018, 20:03:18
Very nice @dwasifar.

Keeping on the theme of vintage, I have put the Wyse away and pulled this one out for this month.
(Attachment Link)

Picked it up a while ago and this is the first time I have used it.
Needs a clean up and surprisingly has a nice thock sound.

Cool.  That's a blast from the past for me.  I used ergo boards for quite a long time.  At first it was a bastard to get used to them.  Then I got so used to them that switching back to a flat board was hard.  Eventually it all sorted out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Fri, 06 April 2018, 09:57:59
NL Bullet Planck with lubed vintage blacks and Devlin K-Series Aurora caps.
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180405/1be78d17c6accafb7d3270db59f86af9.jpg)


Now there's a name I haven't seen in awhile - Sharkoon. I used to love the Drakonia mouse that I had a long time ago.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: z3r0_k00l75 on Fri, 06 April 2018, 15:47:12
 Finally got around to building my own boards this year. Switching between my Gon NerD60 and GH60 rev.c both with Gateron blacks. Wife gets angry when I use keyboards with blank keycaps so the GH60 is getting more love atm :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Fri, 06 April 2018, 15:53:48



Wife gets angry when I use keyboards with blank keycaps so the GH60 is getting more love atm :D

Time to build your wife her own PC with a backlit keyboard or something. Then switch your system to Colemak just to really mess with her mind.
Title: Re: Post your clacks!
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Fri, 06 April 2018, 18:12:49
Started this hobby in November of last year, and after a few months finally settled on this (for now). My Input Club K-Type with Kailh Pro Purples:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/blMzIML.jpg)


I like. I like. Looks retro and futuristic at the same time. You could build a pretty nice looking PC if somehow you could find or make the right case in that style
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sat, 07 April 2018, 22:26:32
Well, I got the herd down to 1 at the start of the year. Now we're back to three, and I'm eyeing the Rama M60. I am so, so weak.

(https://i.imgur.com/bs24a7W.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/aErHYwt.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zappysnap on Sat, 07 April 2018, 23:44:53
My home board is a Varmilo VA68M with Box Navy switches and (for now) Maxkey SA White on Black.  I'll be putting SA Oblivion on this board when it arrives.
(https://i.imgur.com/luq5Hrk.jpg)

At work, I generally switch between two boards, but the Leopold FC980M gets a bit more use. MX Clear with a combination of the Cherry Dyesub Carribbean and Cheese sets:
(https://i.imgur.com/RvAPD6w.jpg)

Second work board is the Vortex Vibe with MX Clear and SA Ashen:
(https://i.imgur.com/vypj9du.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skraggle on Sat, 14 April 2018, 04:09:37
I have the Apex M650 (which claims per key lighting but doesn't have it) blue switch which is otherwise very nice, and the Tecware Phantom 104 blue switch which I prefer because I like to set each key to a different colour.

Very low end boards compared to most of the kb on here, but they suit my needs.

Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: skraggle on Sat, 14 April 2018, 04:13:41
My home board is a Varmilo VA68M with Box Navy switches and (for now) Maxkey SA White on Black.  I'll be putting SA Oblivion on this board when it arrives.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/luq5Hrk.jpg)


At work, I generally switch between two boards, but the Leopold FC980M gets a bit more use. MX Clear with a combination of the Cherry Dyesub Carribbean and Cheese sets:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RvAPD6w.jpg)


Second work board is the Vortex Vibe with MX Clear and SA Ashen:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/vypj9du.jpg)

Love the inclusion of the numpad while still retaining a smaller footprint. What is this layout called? Sorry, I am just a noob.

Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TalkingTree on Sat, 14 April 2018, 04:33:14
I'm using the TOAD (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=95130.0).

(https://i.imgur.com/wRW6HrA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zappysnap on Sat, 14 April 2018, 06:56:38
My home board is a Varmilo VA68M with Box Navy switches and (for now) Maxkey SA White on Black.  I'll be putting SA Oblivion on this board when it arrives.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/luq5Hrk.jpg)


At work, I generally switch between two boards, but the Leopold FC980M gets a bit more use. MX Clear with a combination of the Cherry Dyesub Carribbean and Cheese sets:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RvAPD6w.jpg)


Second work board is the Vortex Vibe with MX Clear and SA Ashen:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/vypj9du.jpg)

Love the inclusion of the numpad while still retaining a smaller footprint. What is this layout called? Sorry, I am just a noob.

Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk
The middle layout is called compact 1800 layout. There are slightly more compacted versions of that as well, often called 96 key. I don't think there's really a name for the bottom one, as the Vibe is the only board I've seen that really has it. It's basically a 60%+Numpad.

Sent from my ONEPLUS A5010 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kevadu on Sat, 14 April 2018, 11:02:26
I don't think there's really a name for the bottom one, as the Vibe is the only board I've seen that really has it.

The Apple IIgs keyboard did it ages ago ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pdaigle on Sat, 14 April 2018, 19:21:12
New here (first post!).

I received my WhiteFox (Cherry MX Clear) earlier this week.

Currently using with GMK Yuri (using `Delete` because I am missing a proper sized `Backspace`...).

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Sat, 14 April 2018, 22:07:58
New here (first post!).

I received my WhiteFox (Cherry MX Clear) earlier this week.

Currently using with GMK Yuri (using `Delete` because I am missing a proper sized `Backspace`...).

(Attachment Link)

Just got my white fox in too! How are you loving yours??
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sat, 14 April 2018, 22:47:38
NerD60 with 62g old mx-clears in a MKC case.

(https://i.imgur.com/AjSks7f.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ScottPaladin on Sat, 14 April 2018, 23:17:21
NerD60 with 62g old mx-clears in a MKC case.

I love the noir lighting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pdaigle on Mon, 16 April 2018, 13:39:55
New here (first post!).

I received my WhiteFox (Cherry MX Clear) earlier this week.

Currently using with GMK Yuri (using `Delete` because I am missing a proper sized `Backspace`...).

(Attachment Link)

Just got my white fox in too! How are you loving yours??

So far so good. This is my first MX Clear keyboard and I really like the feel so far. The online configurator works great with the WhiteFox!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Autorefresh on Tue, 17 April 2018, 00:02:40
I'm using my Plum87 with 35g electrostatic capacitive switches. Had a Filco Majestouch TKL Ninja before with browns but I have tried going back but these switches feel superior. I just ordered a Motospeed CK61 with Kailh BOX whites so will see how I like those.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iaso on Wed, 18 April 2018, 00:38:07
KBDFans YD60BLE PCB + 5* Case + Box Navy + XDA profile PBT Caps. Nothing super fancy. I put a 1200 mAh battery in, so it lasts basically forever.

Changing soon to a KITANA60 layout with Box Whites, when CandyKeys decides to ship my order.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: M on Wed, 18 April 2018, 00:57:07
Using a g80-1851 until I find the time to build my KBD75...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nguyenhimself on Wed, 18 April 2018, 03:40:03
KBDFans YD60BLE PCB + 5* Case + Box Navy + XDA profile PBT Caps. Nothing super fancy. I put a 1200 mAh battery in, so it lasts basically forever.

Changing soon to a KITANA60 layout with Box Whites, when CandyKeys decides to ship my order.

Ugh, same. Just ordered a Katana60, and they are still "Processing" it. When did you order?

Also, how's the bluetooth in the YD60BLE? Can it fast-switch between devices? I'm kinda interested in its coming-soon cousin YD68v2.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Puss on Sat, 21 April 2018, 15:55:46
Silver Mira SE with 78g Zealios and GMK Oblivion White + Mono mods :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mittyzz on Sat, 21 April 2018, 16:24:09
Red Scarf v2. ^^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vitalious on Sun, 22 April 2018, 15:04:44
Using a lightsaver v1.

https://imgur.com/a/HNaDr
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dubious on Mon, 23 April 2018, 12:28:15
Using a lightsaver v1.

https://imgur.com/a/HNaDr

classy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Mon, 23 April 2018, 14:52:02
Not using it (yet) but just got this old beast and cleaned her up all nice:

(https://s18.postimg.cc/up93gw5y1/IMG_0211.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kevadu on Mon, 23 April 2018, 15:38:07
Not using it (yet) but just got this old beast and cleaned her up all nice:

Show Image
(https://s18.postimg.cc/up93gw5y1/IMG_0211.jpg)


That looks great...what is it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Mon, 23 April 2018, 15:44:46
Not using it (yet) but just got this old beast and cleaned her up all nice:

Show Image
(https://s18.postimg.cc/up93gw5y1/IMG_0211.jpg)


That looks great...what is it?

A keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 23 April 2018, 16:25:24
Not using it (yet) but just got this old beast and cleaned her up all nice:

Show Image
(https://s18.postimg.cc/up93gw5y1/IMG_0211.jpg)


That looks great...what is it?

A keyboard.

It's clearly a Zebra.. you're all blind..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Mon, 23 April 2018, 16:43:22
Not using it (yet) but just got this old beast and cleaned her up all nice:

Show Image
(https://s18.postimg.cc/up93gw5y1/IMG_0211.jpg)


That looks great...what is it?

A keyboard.

It's clearly a Zebra.. you're all blind..


https://imgur.com/r/mechanicalkeyboards/N1A72 (https://imgur.com/r/mechanicalkeyboards/N1A72)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kapitalist on Mon, 23 April 2018, 17:26:42
Not using it (yet) but just got this old beast and cleaned her up all nice:

Show Image
(https://s18.postimg.cc/up93gw5y1/IMG_0211.jpg)


That looks great...what is it?

It's a TeleVideo terminal keyboard. An old late-70's relic with stiff switches and nice keycaps. Was going to use the keys for a project but it doesn't seem like they will work, so this guy just hangs out on my couch for now.

A keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 24 April 2018, 06:55:32
Filco in an aluminum case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 24 April 2018, 07:01:14


It's clearly a Zebra.. you're all blind..


https://imgur.com/r/mechanicalkeyboards/N1A72 (https://imgur.com/r/mechanicalkeyboards/N1A72)

Zebras and a Cantaloupe...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 24 April 2018, 10:14:40


It's clearly a Zebra.. you're all blind..


https://imgur.com/r/mechanicalkeyboards/N1A72 (https://imgur.com/r/mechanicalkeyboards/N1A72)

Zebras and a Cantaloupe...

'Zebras and a Cantaloupe' in a musem.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 28 April 2018, 20:10:33
Such a crap photo you'll just have to take my word for it that there's a keyboard there...
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Duckyreddy on Sat, 28 April 2018, 20:13:47
Such a crap photo you'll just have to take my word for it that there's a keyboard there...
(Attachment Link)

hahaha for a moment I thought that the entire border was the case lol
looks really clean!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mudcakehoney on Tue, 01 May 2018, 06:36:00
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180501/29a1aa94e646ef3d72522449546c8b17.heic)

Just got SA Strong Spirit in so combined the alphas and a couple of the mods with Chocolatier. Pretty happy with the combo tbh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Tue, 01 May 2018, 07:06:42
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180501/29a1aa94e646ef3d72522449546c8b17.heic)


Just got SA Strong Spirit in so combined the alphas and a couple of the mods with Chocolatier. Pretty happy with the combo tbh


looks amazing on that ca66!  :o
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Tue, 01 May 2018, 20:05:17
Put the Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro away and pull out the Model M for this month.
My fingertips are rejoicing.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 02 May 2018, 21:10:04
Even Linus likes the Model M.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xondat on Wed, 02 May 2018, 21:11:14
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/312287977151660042/441310844509356032/image.jpg)

some lame ass 65%
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kevadu on Wed, 02 May 2018, 22:19:18
Even Linus likes the Model M.


I hate Linus but now I watched that video just because Model M...

Though apparently he thinks they're not mechanical just because they use a membrane...OK then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: portbaron on Wed, 02 May 2018, 22:38:09

At work, I generally switch between two boards, but the Leopold FC980M gets a bit more use. MX Clear with a combination of the Cherry Dyesub Carribbean and Cheese sets:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/RvAPD6w.jpg)


Lol what the heck, I did the exact same with a leopold 980 mx clear, except with a black case.

(https://i.imgur.com/seLZGd7.jpg)

Today it's this though. Scrublord non-custom board with browns.
(https://i.imgur.com/zqZMMnG.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 02 May 2018, 23:14:47
Even Linus likes the Model M.


Just watched this earlier today.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 03 May 2018, 01:50:49
(https://i.imgur.com/BV0jssjh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtregress on Thu, 03 May 2018, 08:58:52
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/BV0jssjh.jpg)

Model M with UK caps?

Sent from my MI 6 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 03 May 2018, 09:02:28
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/BV0jssjh.jpg)

Model M with UK caps?

Sent from my MI 6 using Tapatalk

Yeah. 1999 Unicomp Model M, Kentucky branded.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: droideggs on Fri, 04 May 2018, 11:17:37
Topre love. swapping between the two

(https://i.imgur.com/H8VTEe0_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MrMen on Fri, 04 May 2018, 11:35:36
Topre lover too with my hhkb Pro 2 black printed with Hasu controller : a must with my iPad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clasicks on Fri, 04 May 2018, 11:45:20
rf87ub45, lubed and silencex
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Waateva on Fri, 04 May 2018, 12:07:13
O'Mira boi

(https://i.imgur.com/tmegztM.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 04 May 2018, 12:10:17
O'Mira boi

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/tmegztM.jpg)

Nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 05 May 2018, 08:56:04
What a thrill! I haven't used this board in a year and I'd forgotten how nice this thing is to type on.
[attach=1]

I'm sure there will be questions so here's the info (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=86219.0).

...anyway... Wow. It really pays to dig around in the back of the closet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Sat, 05 May 2018, 11:58:10
Massdrop Lambo Case.
LFKeyboards SMK/Alps TKL PCB.
SMK Gen 2 Cherry MX mount switches.
MAXKEY DOLCH SA Double shot ABS keycaps.
PimpMyKeyboard Red Escape Key

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: syke on Sat, 05 May 2018, 17:58:45
I am jealous just looking at the pictures
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vewy_nice on Mon, 07 May 2018, 14:44:25
NERD60 with a carbon fiber HHKB plate and lubed milky gatistotles, piled into a DC HiPro red-ripple case with white-on-red round-6 SA caps.

(https://i.imgur.com/P1NUXVO.jpg)

This is my favorite board, currently.
I just wish the caps were lighter, or the case was darker. They don't match EXACTLY, but it's still a great combo!

I put heavy grease on the click jacket, so they kind of act like MX "Nature-White", and I really like them!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Mon, 07 May 2018, 15:22:44
I need that escape key. Mine is the wrong shade, but yours is the right shade, and a Deskthority one would be awesome! I understand your 'wrong shade of red' woes man.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: coolcable on Mon, 07 May 2018, 18:32:39
My daily driver.

Drevo Excalibur, modded stabs, Royal Navy caps, a few jades on the modifier keys and ESC, Gat whites on the arrows.

(https://i.imgur.com/HJSl3io.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 08 May 2018, 06:59:38
Swapped filco out of the alum case and back into the camp, never felt so good boi.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xack on Tue, 08 May 2018, 16:08:35
My daily driver: Alps64

I have no idea about the board I desolderer the switches from :rolleyes: I got it from ebay (5€) in bad conditions and the switches are actually Alps clones from APC (white).
Name plate of the doner:
[attach=1]

My Alps64:
[attachimg=2]
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thokir on Tue, 15 May 2018, 16:25:01
Current daily driver (until my Mars 8.0 arrives and gets build): A g80-3000, cut down to 70% cuz I need to save some space on my desk again. Only thing that sucks: No layers currently.
Case will be sanded and painted at some point to cover the stitches.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180515/03501f89ded3fdda1da6d1f955e85d15.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Tue, 15 May 2018, 18:03:28
FYI, you can paint on acetone and use it like glue on ABS. You can also melt down some of the case scraps in acetone till a goo and use it as filler, then sand smooth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 16 May 2018, 02:07:02
Current daily driver (until my Mars 8.0 arrives and gets build): A g80-3000, cut down to 70% cuz I need to save some space on my desk again. Only thing that sucks: No layers currently.
Case will be sanded and painted at some point to cover the stitches.

Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180515/03501f89ded3fdda1da6d1f955e85d15.jpg)



NICE! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: z3r0_k00l75 on Wed, 16 May 2018, 03:22:19
[attach=1][attach=2]  Currently using a GH60Satan with cherry reds to try out a new keyset I got in the mail. For some odd reason I do like lasered PBT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Wed, 16 May 2018, 05:05:42
(Attachment Link)
pok3r with mx-clears
gmk dolch iso german

Very cute RGB set - which GB is that from?
I want one!

Edit: got that later in the thread. I missed that around the corner GB...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Wed, 16 May 2018, 05:20:05
Current daily driver (until my Mars 8.0 arrives and gets build): A g80-3000, cut down to 70% cuz I need to save some space on my desk again. Only thing that sucks: No layers currently.
Case will be sanded and painted at some point to cover the stitches.

Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180515/03501f89ded3fdda1da6d1f955e85d15.jpg)


And perhaps also sanded, sandblasted before painting if you want to maintain that texture.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mallowpuff on Wed, 16 May 2018, 12:49:15
Currently using a Ducky YoTR(Year of The Rooster) with MX Blacks. I'll get pictures up soon enough.

Soon to be swapping back and forth with an IBM Model F AT. Two awesome boards!!
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thokir on Wed, 16 May 2018, 13:41:41


And perhaps also sanded, sandblasted before painting if you want to maintain that texture.
FYI, you can paint on acetone and use it like glue on ABS. You can also melt down some of the case scraps in acetone till a goo and use it as filler, then sand smooth.
Thank you guys, will take a look on both options and decide for one (or better both combined?!)!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: idlemao on Wed, 16 May 2018, 14:04:39
MK Fission with MX Browns at work

Realforce 87u 45/55g at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Wed, 16 May 2018, 14:27:10
Current workspace consists of Matias Laptop Pro (Matias Quiet Click) and Avid KB-654 (Cherry MX Brown).

(https://i.imgur.com/aFaUpEF.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Wed, 16 May 2018, 15:06:02
Current workspace consists of Matias Laptop Pro (Matias Quiet Click) and Avid KB-654 (Cherry MX Brown).

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/aFaUpEF.jpg)


First I've read of an Avid KB-654. That board looks like a very useful piece of kit to have around.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 17 May 2018, 09:34:33
First I've read of an Avid KB-654. That board looks like a very useful piece of kit to have around.

Avid does a lot of media composition and editing stuff, notably tools which are useful for post production, etc. A lot of their older keyboards are mechanical, I think the first I have seen was a clone of the Apple Extended Keyboard II (White Alps I think it had) with keycaps designed for their software. I own the Avid Mechanical User Interface that they designed which has Cherry M8 switches (which you can see here: https://deskthority.net/wiki/Avid_Mechanical_User_Interface). I bought the KB-654 a few years ago brand new for about $50. The keycaps are kind of cheap (laser engraved ABS) but they have a nice aesthetic to them anyways.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ptykozoon on Fri, 18 May 2018, 17:25:24
uniqey reppn
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fxsound on Mon, 21 May 2018, 14:20:28
Uniqey q100 with sprit gold spring: 

CapsLock, NumLock -120

Esc, SpaceBar, Enter, Backspace - 100

Modifier  - 78

AlphaBetical, numpad and arrow - 62

Keycap:

GMK Sky Dolche

ESC, F12, Enter - Varmilo Revolution


[attach=1][attach=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ojrask on Mon, 21 May 2018, 16:41:10
Currently running UK78 at work. At home, I picked my first mechanical keyboard again, Ducky Premier CCnG with MX Blues. It still rocks! I swapped the stock OEM PBT caps to GMK Blue on Black though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Mon, 21 May 2018, 17:23:59
(https://i.imgur.com/hp4ceUY.jpg)

Tina-C


I love how silent and smooth it is. I finally got some use for the Cherry mx silent switches from the group buy that had production faults with the spring weight and stem color.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ojrask on Tue, 22 May 2018, 05:18:55
I love how silent and smooth it is. I finally got some use for the Cherry mx silent switches from the group buy that had production faults with the spring weight and stem color.

My batch of those silents are waiting for a new keyboard. Swapped in some 100g springs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Tue, 22 May 2018, 12:39:27
I love how silent and smooth it is. I finally got some use for the Cherry mx silent switches from the group buy that had production faults with the spring weight and stem color.

My batch of those silents are waiting for a new keyboard. Swapped in some 100g springs.

100 grams you have some muscle fingers. I swapped mine with regular mx black springs 60 grams.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pavilions on Tue, 22 May 2018, 13:29:21
Today I swapped my model M with a Poker II which has some issues with it and it's very light compared to the Model M. but I will use it for a while until I get used to it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 22 May 2018, 13:33:30
Brought my "kustom" to work, which supplants my Realforce (or, as my co-workers liked to say, my "gamer" and "old-ass" keyboard).

(https://i.imgur.com/axVml1V.jpg)


First time using a non-Topre mechanical keyboard here. Haven't figured out how to turn off the RGB settings through Jigon; I clicked on the RGB Off setting but it doesn't seem to do what it claims.
I have lubed, 72g Tactile Gray switches, and, since this is the first time I'm using this at the office, I did not realize how much louder MX switches sound compared to Topre. I've been used to using Topre at work and MX at home that I never bothered comparing the difference in frequencies.

But so far no prolonged glances from passersby!  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Tue, 22 May 2018, 14:08:35
Brought my "kustom" to work, which supplants my Realforce (or, as my co-workers liked to say, my "gamer" and "old-ass" keyboard).

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/axVml1V.jpg)



First time using a non-Topre mechanical keyboard here. Haven't figured out how to turn off the RGB settings through Jigon; I clicked on the RGB Off setting but it doesn't seem to do what it claims.
I have lubed, 72g Tactile Gray switches, and, since this is the first time I'm using this at the office, I did not realize how much louder MX switches sound compared to Topre. I've been used to using Topre at work and MX at home that I never bothered comparing the difference in frequencies.

But so far no prolonged glances from passersby!  :thumb:

I don't get it why people think it looks old it looks modern to me. I guess everything has to be black to be considered to be modern in these days. Even my bright Blue VA68M with blue keycaps was considerd a old keyboard :l. Feel u some people don't know what they are missing out on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Tue, 22 May 2018, 14:55:42
Brought my "kustom" to work, which supplants my Realforce (or, as my co-workers liked to say, my "gamer" and "old-ass" keyboard).

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/axVml1V.jpg)



First time using a non-Topre mechanical keyboard here. Haven't figured out how to turn off the RGB settings through Jigon; I clicked on the RGB Off setting but it doesn't seem to do what it claims.
I have lubed, 72g Tactile Gray switches, and, since this is the first time I'm using this at the office, I did not realize how much louder MX switches sound compared to Topre. I've been used to using Topre at work and MX at home that I never bothered comparing the difference in frequencies.

But so far no prolonged glances from passersby!  :thumb:

I don't get it why people think it looks old it looks modern to me. I guess everything has to be black to be considered to be modern in these days. Even my bright Blue VA68M with blue keycaps was considerd a old keyboard :l. Feel u some people don't know what they are missing out on.

Oh, no; it's my Realforce that my office mates call a "gamer" or "old-ass" keyboard. After three+ years of using it here, it got only a handful of comments. So far I've been using my Jane about a week, so I'm preparing myself for at least one or two comments soon.

There's a guy who has a comment for everything; he's been out of the office for a week, but if it's one person who will mention something it's definitely him. And I'm sure the IT guys will have a comment next time they have to use my computer.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blackhawk on Tue, 22 May 2018, 14:59:02
Brought my "kustom" to work, which supplants my Realforce (or, as my co-workers liked to say, my "gamer" and "old-ass" keyboard).

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/axVml1V.jpg)



First time using a non-Topre mechanical keyboard here. Haven't figured out how to turn off the RGB settings through Jigon; I clicked on the RGB Off setting but it doesn't seem to do what it claims.
I have lubed, 72g Tactile Gray switches, and, since this is the first time I'm using this at the office, I did not realize how much louder MX switches sound compared to Topre. I've been used to using Topre at work and MX at home that I never bothered comparing the difference in frequencies.

But so far no prolonged glances from passersby!  :thumb:

I don't know if it has changed recently, but the last time i used Jigon the only way to turn of the rgb leds was to set their color to black

Lovely board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CustomerSupport on Tue, 22 May 2018, 15:58:32
Bought a Ducky One 2 Midnight so I was justified in joining the XDA Scrabble GB on Massdrop.


Still have stock doubleshot PBT caps on MX Blues, but should be getting DSA Starry Night in a few weeks' time.


By June I should get my Leopold FC750R with MX Clears, which I'm stoked about.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: monkt on Tue, 22 May 2018, 18:37:06
By June I should get my Leopold FC750R with MX Clears, which I'm stoked about.


Which caps are you getting with the Leo? I can't imagine nicer stock keyboards than Leopold makes, so I'm sure you'll be happy with the 750. To me they really feel premium.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CustomerSupport on Tue, 22 May 2018, 19:12:43
By June I should get my Leopold FC750R with MX Clears, which I'm stoked about.


Which caps are you getting with the Leo? I can't imagine nicer stock keyboards than Leopold makes, so I'm sure you'll be happy with the 750. To me they really feel premium.


Wonderful. That's what I've heard too. I got the white and green set (https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=3533) with the white case. Actually got it cheaper than the listed price with 3 day shipping thanks to some points racked up from the purchase of my first board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Tue, 05 June 2018, 04:02:31
Put the Model M back in the cupboard and next in line is a Digital LK46W-A2.
One day I'll make a ps/2 to usb converter to remap especially the nav cluster, but to also use some of the keys that output a scancode that aren't recognised by Windows.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nyihtway81 on Tue, 05 June 2018, 04:07:25
Current one is MagicForce Crystal 108 keys with CherryMX brown switches. But I'm planning to build a 62key kb

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: slk on Thu, 07 June 2018, 00:12:21
Currently using a Varmilo VA87M with Cherry Silent blacks. It's been my everyday use board after I got used to the weight.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: greenteei89 on Thu, 07 June 2018, 01:19:04
TX1800 during the work week and an HHKB Type S during the weekends.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hongook on Thu, 07 June 2018, 09:26:29
Currently still using a Das professional from over 10 years ago. Looking forward to receiving some new keyboards this year such as the CTRL/ALT from Massdrop as well as the M60-A from Rama.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nativejibroney22 on Thu, 07 June 2018, 09:59:36
A let's split with some cream damped alps! (if you know how to remedy some iffy switches that don't register half the time I would appreciate it haha)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kilgarah on Thu, 07 June 2018, 10:05:09
An AEK64 with SKCM Brown Alps! It's fantastically tactile and quite smooth. Took a while to get the stabilizer rattle fixed, but it feels great now.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jackcauliflower on Thu, 07 June 2018, 12:40:42
Work: Novatouch with SA Grade
Home: Novatouch with SA Hyperfuse


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 07 June 2018, 12:51:36
Work: Jane with tactile grays (72g SPRiT springs).

Home: 2010 MBP.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SmilingPolitely on Thu, 07 June 2018, 13:15:17
Current daily driver: RF87u 45g. Lubed & silenced w/ KBDFans rings.

Storage:
Leopold FC750r MX Silent Reds
IDFactory TKL MX Reds
Das Professional MX Browns

(Real daily driver: 2017 MBP butterfly switches... These are definitely not the best.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nomcr on Thu, 07 June 2018, 13:57:18
Leopold Fc750R with silent reds and dev/tty. I switch between this and my HHKB and am pretty happy with both!


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Deephouse_jedi on Thu, 07 June 2018, 14:40:20
Varmilo and I am looking for a replacement. Love the layout but i have had so many problems with their PCB. I dont recommend it to anyone
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hideyourholes on Thu, 07 June 2018, 14:44:54
To my embarrassment, a 2015 Razer Blackwidow Chroma. Looking to get that replaced by a Noxary 280 in the coming months and I cannot wait.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 07 June 2018, 14:56:00
To my embarrassment, a 2015 Razer Blackwidow Chroma. Looking to get that replaced by a Noxary 280 in the coming months and I cannot wait.

What's wrong with that?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hyperlite218 on Thu, 07 June 2018, 18:13:01
Using a nightfox with hako trues but am going to be swapping it to zealios shortly. At that point in time i'll probably swap back to my topre board for a 2-3 weeks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Astrasa on Thu, 07 June 2018, 18:43:38
Currently using a clueboard with silent blacks which aren't my favorite so my next board is gonna be back to a 40% with some mod m tactiles!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: carnagex9 on Thu, 07 June 2018, 20:32:12
My first build was an iris with box navy switches and I am absolutely in love. Took a bit to get used to the layout, but I enjoy it a lot now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Thu, 07 June 2018, 20:57:02
Using a nightfox with hako trues but am going to be swapping it to zealios shortly. At that point in time i'll probably swap back to my topre board for a 2-3 weeks.

If you don't want them, and they're all still in tact after you're done desoldering, I could buy them off of you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LeoShi on Fri, 08 June 2018, 11:10:23
m65 now, but I'm waiting for my canoe :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: giangtran19x on Fri, 08 June 2018, 13:42:35
a TKL custom with zeal 65g
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sat, 09 June 2018, 01:07:42
REalForce RGB on white with GMK keycaps. Prefer the light not shining through the legends. I love it. People are wrong IMO, It is actually better quality than say 104UB. It most certainly thwacks. I was a big fan of MX Clears and find the 45G to be heavy enough while easier of the fingers. I was also a big fan of the older Deck keyboards until 7 backups broke. TG3's soldering is terrible. Whereas with Topre everything is top notch. the case does shift like all RealForce but that does not bother me, I know it is quality. Also, Unlikely the SMD LED's solder fails and many less solder joints to begin with. I do have several 104UB but vastly prefer this setup. the lighting is on the lowest setting. Since it really bleeds out from under the GMK's. As of now, other than some Korean customs this is end game. At least until it fails, which I imagine will be a long time. LED's on low should last several hundred thousand hours. I have a bunch of keyboards but this has been daily driver for over a year now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Sat, 09 June 2018, 01:26:46
Revo RJ with lubed Tealios on a brass plate. MMmmmm like butter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sublyme on Sat, 09 June 2018, 11:31:18
Current daily driver: RF87u 55g.

Storage:
ducky mini w/ mx clears
ducky one w/ mx blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Sat, 09 June 2018, 11:52:51
This (http://genesis-zone.com/en/product/rx85-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-brown-switch) (Genesis RX85 with brown kailhs.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: serec on Sat, 09 June 2018, 21:58:33
Rubber dome :(


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MrDongblaster on Sat, 09 June 2018, 22:26:34
XD84, Gateron silent blacks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mypainishurt on Sat, 09 June 2018, 22:39:49
Filco Majestouch!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Daellin on Sat, 09 June 2018, 23:17:05
How was your experience with kbdfans products and services?

I've had good experiencing when buying from them. I can't comment on their assembly services though, but I haven't heard bad things.

I'm currently using the NIU by KBDfans.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/QoffrDM.jpg)

ive been eyeing on NIU as well, how is it? good?

Yes, I'm very happy with it! It is my first ortholinear keyboard, so I can't really compare it to the Planck. I chose the full aluminum version and was actually expecting the aluminum base to be hollow, so I was planning to put some shelf liner to dampen the sound, but it turns out the bottom piece is actually a solid piece of aluminum and I don't think there would even be enough space for the shelf liner :P But yea, the solid aluminum base adds some really nice weight to the keyboard. Obviously, having the aluminum base means that I can't really take advantage of the RGB underglow, but that doesn't bother me. As for software, it uses QMK, so that's awesome. Overall, it's a great keyboard.
nice info on the base. been wondering on that too. never had an ortho so was thinking of givin NIU a shot.

From my experience the case had a bit of a hollow sound, and plus there was some pinging, albeit that could have been due to not lubing the springs. Though I still liked it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sun, 10 June 2018, 00:45:25
What I do not understand. I like MX Clears as far as Cherry goes. I prefer the feel of Topre Cup Rubber but I prefer uniform 45g. 55G is kind of too stiff for me. I don't get this this because you are going to bottom out a Topre and it will not be more than it is rated. However I tend to push the Cherry about to the bottom and the Clears are not really heavy enough. I guess I just think Topre has a better feel and can be operated with a lighter touch if preferred. While retaining the same feel. It is not like Blues to Clears from Topre 45g to 55g I guess. I think that is why, if anyone knows better.....

My dream would be to get my current setup into an Aluminum CNC case. It is just aesthetic but still. I bet I could entice one of the Korean builders to build it with say, 5 or 10 grand? I have it but not entirely sure that is how I want to spend it anyways. Regardless the board was bashed too much, it is every bit a RealForce IMO. With the GMK set it is pretty snazzy me thinks. Still, an Aluminum case would take it to a different level.

One other thing. I do not know what profile these key caps are but one is from a different custom set and it does not "sit" like the others. It is my ESC key anyways, It is perhaps the heavier keys that really let it thwack which people complained a lack of.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sebna on Sun, 10 June 2018, 10:46:26
Work: RF87u uni 45g stock
Home: Hyper-x Alloy FPS MX Red

Considering IBM model F TKL for home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Mon, 11 June 2018, 02:53:02
My dream would be to get my current setup into an Aluminum CNC case. It is just aesthetic but still. I bet I could entice one of the Korean builders to build it with say, 5 or 10 grand? I have it but not entirely sure that is how I want to spend it anyways. Regardless the board was bashed too much, it is every bit a RealForce IMO. With the GMK set it is pretty snazzy me thinks. Still, an Aluminum case would take it to a different level.

Maybe see if you're lucky enough to get a hold of a left-over Norbaforce case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Naack on Tue, 12 June 2018, 22:50:35
An Input Club Nightfox with Hako Trues and blank EnjoyPBT keycaps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 13 June 2018, 08:59:37
OTD The Cheat with 62g clears and ESA-3000HASRO caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 13 June 2018, 17:28:19
OTD The Cheat with 62g clears and ESA-3000HASRO caps

Any pics?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 13 June 2018, 17:59:14
Any pics?
sure

(https://i.imgur.com/tWb5Mnp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Wed, 13 June 2018, 18:03:02


Any pics?
sure

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/tWb5Mnp.jpg)


Nice. What kind of 1u winkeys are you using? 
I use BSP 1u winkeys with my OG dyesubs, and they are basically a perfect match.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 13 June 2018, 18:06:44


Nice. What kind of 1u winkeys are you using? 
I use BSP 1u winkeys with my OG dyesubs, and they are basically a perfect match.


Just using alot of caps from an alcatel mmk set, as you can see. here's another shot with what I was using before I put these on.

(https://i.imgur.com/Wd5wxOE.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Mon, 18 June 2018, 13:55:42
Well, it's not the keyboard I am using, but the keyboard my brother will be, made this for his birthday.

Grey Tex TKL Aluminum Case
Blue anodized aluminum TKL plate(Phantom)
LFKeyboards TKL PCB
Adafruit USB Micro-B Breakout Board
NovelKeys BOX Royal Switches
PimpMyKeyboard DSA HC "GRANITE" PBT sublimated
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mudcakehoney on Mon, 18 June 2018, 15:05:36
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180618/2143e4aecc08b5ad9b636701a6f3392b.heic)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Findecanor on Mon, 18 June 2018, 16:01:44
BTC 5140. One of the very best rubber domes out there, except that the right stabiliser is broken.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Wed, 20 June 2018, 22:41:41
Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180618/2143e4aecc08b5ad9b636701a6f3392b.heic)

Gorgeous!!!


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 21 June 2018, 12:53:58
Not a super high quality image but I got this in yesterday. Varmilo VA87MR with Cherry MX Gray (linear) and white LEDs. Swapped out the case with my aluminum Titanium Gray one and then put swapped the keycaps with my Grass Valley VPE editing keycaps and black blanks.

(https://i.imgur.com/f4OVHQp.jpg)
Title: Clueboard Maximized
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Thu, 21 June 2018, 23:37:20
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/clueboard_max_01.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/clueboard_max_01.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/clueboard_max_01.jpg)

Clueboard with "maximized" bottom row.  XDA keycap set from Novelkeys.  Kailh BOX Burnt Orange switches also from Novelkeys.  I put in a sheet of craft foam and a sheet of Sorbothan® to tame the hollow sound and make it feel super solid.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 21 June 2018, 23:46:24
Not a super high quality image but I got this in yesterday. Varmilo VA87MR with Cherry MX Gray (linear) and white LEDs. Swapped out the case with my aluminum Titanium Gray one and then put swapped the keycaps with my Grass Valley VPE editing keycaps and black blanks.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/f4OVHQp.jpg)


(https://i.imgur.com/b9zJeoc.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Fri, 22 June 2018, 10:07:50
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/b9zJeoc.gif)


At least the keycaps actually serve a purpose, unlike the grab bag sets that seem so common now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ptykozoon on Fri, 22 June 2018, 17:30:00
If I told anyone how much I spent on this (which isn't even a lot relative to setups here) I just don't think people would believe me.
But they'll never understand..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kakan on Fri, 22 June 2018, 17:56:50
Been changing between lubed gat browns and a restored apple IIGs with orange alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 22 June 2018, 21:44:49
If I told anyone how much I spent on this (which isn't even a lot relative to setups here) I just don't think people would believe me.
But they'll never understand..

Your table outshines your keyboard..

Love it.. !!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pdaigle on Sat, 23 June 2018, 19:55:12
Received my Oblivion keycaps from Massdrop this week:

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ag36 on Sat, 23 June 2018, 20:06:01
"Industrial Model M" I've built. Unicomp case, early thick metal plate, fully screw modded, OG keycaps. Instead of putting the original label on the back I should've made my own one, brought parts without the original case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: elitemav on Sat, 23 June 2018, 23:29:47
Filco Majestouch 2 Multicam with Cherry MX blues.

(https://image.ibb.co/gSCt0T/IMG_20180623_212400_01.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sun, 24 June 2018, 08:28:39
Received my Oblivion keycaps from Massdrop this week:


That is a truly beautiful set. I just wish the space bar was dark rather than light.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Karaso on Sun, 24 June 2018, 09:01:21
I got many boards these days, but I'd love to use 360 Corsa most.

It has really amazing sound ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: childofthehorn on Mon, 25 June 2018, 19:40:32
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/rWK4Vhm7UegQuliwKCzxD8mRfK5yTlHqpTBe6dcqqt_ePoFhG2RV60ZHgmCPBg9kaUEXu3LAy0_WbPYpr74WOC50lz6CSSOMW1qYT8KBQ3v2hcCuxV1IAbIVs9MWZhaPCvDhFBCtDRc3zWIJG3xliSkOYypFvxMzF7MY_NiyQdoCjTi9wPIAfKopZrQd6B-cRe-VQe7cHZ_KDUNo4J0tQPlSooSOV9oBTBj5v8JD4hhhDS09B8ai6opIWwiKd621Vh98yreJRWBA5NdiyWL8VR4WoAR7TnWb9rnH0jJ6BdJ37GrpZo7X-gfM4TxiezMwYpEQAZZ5lgCjpfsbEyTdb6p3YNgxYLw6uHIVyneP_4gNOiFLso2hFi0W49ORfudowl034-seLXvqa-pCBf1VR6OxQRxZcQjNeANtkb2LnA5OLmFbgwcGjv_JVGojl1CiHBXVgQE_dRpL_FNVD-59fJVGFWuwdEeX5tEHzzsDMFrZlawaBwyxXUXX0sPog2SOTHVeD73TQnx2BMCbzN-wF-5WQWVxdBHEVxERtQ6pM7j0112FAEp8cJhEaHz5gW_HfoJWCU-emPa3TR_7MkX6odN4Jt0IwI1vJJnlL-UDaZQioxOr7pcNvxehi7oS8TZTfN09izKIFlEJ5JD2yRU_hz2QoZsDeug7cg=w1440-h974-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/m_iySjO75Z0kvpiOKi3ygmA0eW3V_w121JDFXQCXS_3h8W_tmyNAuGG4x24YQetRAN3IRagVPeY2s4RSWGnJV5hYmy-EUlXbz_Wz1Y9_gvIPnMOSZ6mj4L2kgS02pNql4rBxMODk-M6fY13NsNSkCZBm9J0mV2YqW-xbfwvwJHP0K-xrniywdxuMab_L6IOfJPR7VnHCUG7YoCS_lQchbJUrrE7P3WJ5AMHozSYu3ya1ZpOdxzcBnC92HW7i3yPDmicG3My7LHFN9LRhsfeW52NxuDndllWrdTySL08XGTWl4sdP-qlQxVdgyDx_huzhL_TAFd9Y62kIQYPRXGL-YbiFqwsJTfMWukhSmU1HJDUnajSnQ7eqpP6a_aq_m3MrJcdclLSK_vXEIapCehI4k5DaCcuYL46S8ozKUOrERdKYi5ALxWqy8z9HakBfO-q-SKj9yEw5l446I56lrfvIxrrLz7zqoUURBjWvUX4BgWNLEEBBdveBVP9kdlte0egtBg_nxoQa0tZ9BPQxapocQiFfq1A-rqXX9usjvuUhjv35K-DSO8TaF1tfm0OUVhFyhkHJuu0ULvZiqgeS5Bw3yI3gQTtw2mGX_R4A4U-2KNV5FGCmV1kkRmr1ZX-NSNepGbShtJilG3VxWlrbzwnRxNmnaN-xHzSb_A=w1440-h979-no)

and

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/2pzTKUoCbHbfiANZojtn6W3guJv7Bnt4Kgq39okHZi8YpLjQEDbmO53ZWfNs_ztzdcAgvRDAwqTUXEPQJ1fzeT6T32tuN6AQu0yW8A1KDvlB_g-xKpvVMW2PTfWfcoaewzQe3SK55G9EfSyC8GQdFq-RogDL8BDgDMJsOkkKpCkQGB75-W6HOyW9HfmDJVujE8mfpdMnM4Fk8TDLfCrdQHEzHvlA8yYScMshe4-PlKS_1Kz0hQs4rkB5JDD4lSasMc1AMkGOPZCelB8K17gfBqAvOGslZonsP_gikjKgp_QgfzVmO68p8N6-TymcNxY0LBVgDVxfHz619gZ79m4Rn2hl86RpXNl6FXtRl-gjFEHIED1CxRCuB6BGeJPpbnNrZ04-UVkpCgzD2seno7ThoCTVItWAzk0Dd9TBNpxokXFPts2AmBX8aiCFMwHvFHwSFj2MGoqxXwyfQD5XWvWkjsDdZNXMhxDd1LyBhQFj34fLP2dL-euk-cByfWdP3_vjwWPSXW3xbABtH0JHMAzhq1o61OHwj4D2Mk5TJL3tGXcdUbJwi52TVpfIYtkK1tf-CFcrTjkrRjvUmFEgMHvhqo33viOR2lMKKi1cZtYyGwEdvKNI_Hj0EC-IMa3sZT34Ei8BcByTVVX2jK_qGqOdZZzVHO6XOuSuog=w1440-h729-no)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Mon, 25 June 2018, 20:31:22
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and

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Love my oblivion set as well. I didn't get those special modifiers though, kind of wish I did. Looks better than I was expecting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mcmaxmcmc on Sun, 01 July 2018, 22:24:01
Completely stock Ttesports Poseidon Z keyboard w/ Kailh blues from mid 2014, been using it pretty much everyday for 4 years since then.  Still using it.

I should get/build a new keyboard :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Mon, 02 July 2018, 04:03:49
Pulled out the MTek K109 for this month.
Ooooh Yeeaahh.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtregress on Fri, 06 July 2018, 03:45:44
Been changing between lubed gat browns and a restored apple IIGs with orange alps
Are gateron browns that good that they can be mentioned in the same breath of orange Alps?

Sent from my MI 6 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lemur on Fri, 06 July 2018, 11:55:56
(https://i.imgur.com/akMI8Slh.jpg)

Cherry G81-1800HAU from 1998

Cherry MY switches are pretty shocking at first, yes. I have typed on heavy switches for a very long time so maybe less shocking for me than it is others.

After lubing them and using them for a day they are less bad than initial impressions. If it weren't for the binding on the larger-than-1u keys, like Control, I'd have a much better opinion of them.

Still will be looking to put an MX compatible PCB into this case, as the really high increase in force toward the bottom isn't the best.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cheeks on Wed, 18 July 2018, 07:21:17
Leopold FC900R the white and grey variant for work and Leopold FC750R for home and gaming! Both are MX Cherry Red switches, i recently purchased a Ducky one RGB with MX Charry Nature whites thinking I would like it for gaming but i'm stuck on the super light red switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CustomerSupport on Wed, 18 July 2018, 12:40:03
Got my POK3R in from the recent Massdrop…drop. My first 60%!

(https://i.imgur.com/suBBcwr.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cactusplants on Thu, 19 July 2018, 10:06:14
I'm using a second gen G15 that has such a worn down "W" key tha it wobbles if I blow it, it also is missing the numpad enterkey (No idea how) and the shift keeps playing up so If I'm sprinting in a videogame sometimes it just stops working.

I should just use my handwired 60% board I made, but the ISO enter key doesn't sit stable as it has nowhere for the stabs to go as the plate needs a pcb to secure everything. Why, oh why!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 19 July 2018, 13:11:03
I'm giving a Topre Realforce 104UW Type-S a try at work. I love Topre switches and I appreciate this keyboard's build quality and robust case design. However, I am reminded of why I hate Cherry profile keycaps.

The top surface of the alphas is too narrow compared to the spherical keycaps I normally type on (SA and DSA), and the damn spacebar is shaped in a way that I hate. There's no orientation for it that doesn't make the tall edge dig into my thumb when I use it. I find that I have to pull out the back feet to impose a steep angle on the entire board in order to rotate the spacebar in such a way that it minimizes the edge-on impact on my thumb. But I don't like angling keyboards up like that. It's a Hobson's Choice that I find really annoying.

It's a real shame when so excellent a keyboard is so severely marred by so lousy a keycap profile.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 19 July 2018, 13:56:09
Sorry but I've never understood how a spacebar can dig into thumbs. I am using a DCS spacebar with quite a sharp edge and it has never once bothered me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 19 July 2018, 14:12:50
Sorry but I've never understood how a spacebar can dig into thumbs. I am using a DCS spacebar with quite a sharp edge and it has never once bothered me.

It bothers me because I keep my wrists down on the wrist rest, which causes the thumbs to lower and "dig" into the space bar.
I sit at a desk from 9am-5:30pm; I cannot keep my wrists floating above in the proper position all the time, so it's just easier to flip the bar.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 19 July 2018, 14:51:51
I find that I get a lot more pain in my wrists if I rest them on my desk than to just hover over the keys. I am on a keyboard for at least 7-8 hours/day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Thu, 19 July 2018, 23:14:22
You sit there hovering your arms for 7-8 hours a day? Even when not typing but reading and preparing to type?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Fri, 20 July 2018, 18:15:52
Obviously not, I'm talking about while typing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rich1051414 on Fri, 20 July 2018, 18:36:22
FYI, the wrist rest is for resting, not for typing. Obviously, you shouldn't type while resting the wrists :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: syris226 on Fri, 20 July 2018, 21:44:42
Using my newly built TADA68 with Cherry MX Speed Silvers and Skeletor.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: EEMac on Mon, 23 July 2018, 09:06:51
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I wanted to start typing on this photo! That is truly a thing of beauty.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CryHam on Mon, 23 July 2018, 13:46:01
[attachimg=1]
Home: CK6  :cool: (above, pictures (https://photos.app.goo.gl/5deXmmGds4Lp8AGW9))
Work: CK7 video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmTz5qTwuzw)
Own modifications. Now with LCD and my own controller code.
More info in this post (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=96727) and on my website (http://cryham.tuxfamily.org/archives/portfolio/2018-k-c-controller).
Cheers :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kevadu on Mon, 23 July 2018, 14:54:48
FYI, the wrist rest is for resting, not for typing. Obviously, you shouldn't type while resting the wrists :)

That's not obvious at all.  Plenty of people type while keeping their wrists on the wrist wrest.  They shouldn't, but they do.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MafiaButter on Tue, 24 July 2018, 21:38:41
GK64 w/ KBDfans Dolch front-print & a mix of three types of switches - BOX Navy on Caps & Fn, lubed 78g Zealios on most mods, & lubed 67g Zealios on most Alphas. Living a beautiful life full of the feelios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: redleaf on Tue, 24 July 2018, 23:30:27
DZ60 with box yellows and DSA BountyHunter
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Wed, 25 July 2018, 10:36:50
(https://i.imgur.com/pvHbexl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/S5E8gbo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5YpnGjk.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: stroker on Thu, 26 July 2018, 11:44:37
costar das keyboard III with browns, been using it exclusively for the past 7 years

tired of the oem keycaps tho, black on black only looks good for so long
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marutks on Mon, 30 July 2018, 07:56:16
[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nogoodnames444 on Tue, 31 July 2018, 16:05:36
A ducky 711
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ag36 on Tue, 31 July 2018, 20:12:07
WYSE ASCII with silent red
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Wed, 01 August 2018, 12:15:22
I'm back to using my Realforce "Space Cadet" board at work:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: no, the other guy on Tue, 07 August 2018, 06:05:29
I'm at work, typing on a not-so-bad Fujitsu K293 rubberdome.

[attach=1]

I wonder if I should replace it though. We're only 3 in this office, it would not hurt so many people...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: molecularronin on Wed, 08 August 2018, 17:42:24
Topre realforce 87, or a minivan with lubed tealios.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: stolenweapon on Thu, 09 August 2018, 03:23:54
m65
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ag36 on Thu, 09 August 2018, 09:57:05
I'm at work, typing on a not-so-bad Fujitsu K293 rubberdome.

(Attachment Link)

I wonder if I should replace it though. We're only 3 in this office, it would not hurt so many people...

Model M quiet touch(rubber dome) is great and dirt cheap(around €15~€30)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Thu, 09 August 2018, 18:19:32
Currently using the DC01 from Mechboards


https://imgur.com/a/ohMJpB4




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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: stolenweapon on Thu, 09 August 2018, 20:00:00
using lz-cp now just arrived
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: no, the other guy on Thu, 09 August 2018, 20:01:22


Model M quiet touch(rubber dome) is great and dirt cheap(around €15~€30)

Good hint, thank you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 10 August 2018, 03:48:25
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:


(https://i.redd.it/32hg1hbox7f11.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 10 August 2018, 07:03:10
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:


Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/32hg1hbox7f11.jpg)


That looks dope. Is that an all brass case?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 10 August 2018, 07:31:30
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:


Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/32hg1hbox7f11.jpg)


That looks dope. Is that an all brass case?


yeah, solid & polished brass... didn't think a non-IBM 60% board could weigh this much :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 10 August 2018, 07:45:21
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:


Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/32hg1hbox7f11.jpg)


That looks dope. Is that an all brass case?


yeah, solid & polished brass... didn't think a non-IBM 60% board could weigh this much :D
Sploosh.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marutks on Fri, 10 August 2018, 09:53:09
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:

Which keyset is it?   Looks like SA clone of GMK Nautilus
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 10 August 2018, 11:53:00
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:


Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/32hg1hbox7f11.jpg)


That looks dope. Is that an all brass case?

yeah, solid & polished brass... didn't think a non-IBM 60% board could weigh this much :D

Sweet. Where did you get it from?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 10 August 2018, 12:59:24
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:

Which keyset is it?   Looks like SA clone of GMK Nautilus


it is SA Nautilus, no clone...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Fri, 10 August 2018, 13:00:02
currently this 3kg (6.6lbs) mini-behemoth:


Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/32hg1hbox7f11.jpg)


That looks dope. Is that an all brass case?

yeah, solid & polished brass... didn't think a non-IBM 60% board could weigh this much :D

Sweet. Where did you get it from?


from R2 GB of the E6-V2 (the limited Founders Edition)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Mon, 13 August 2018, 04:06:57
Topre Type Heaven (https://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2484753,00.asp).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: method_ on Thu, 16 August 2018, 07:52:10
FC980C :o
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Thu, 16 August 2018, 10:34:08
Just assembled my KBD8X.
Zealio 67g
Dolch set from kbdfans.
Thanks to Signature for the awesome soldering job.
Loving this thing so far. Switches are still a tiny bit light for my tastes, but I'm typing much faster on it so I guess they're working for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZoyYtM4.jpg?2)
(https://i.imgur.com/aNWw01s.jpg)
 :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 16 August 2018, 18:33:59
I sold my Type S about a year ago and I can't believe how much I missed that keyboard. Well, got one in the mail a few days ago so the answer is:

HHKB Pro II Type S

...and man, I am happy to have one of these again. I have a Realforce 87U 55 gram and a regular HHKB but the Type S is my endgame, I guess. They say you can't choose who you fall in love with and I guess keyboards can be like that, as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 17 August 2018, 03:45:15
Just assembled my KBD8X.
Zealio 67g
Dolch set from kbdfans.
Thanks to Signature for the awesome soldering job.
Loving this thing so far. Switches are still a tiny bit light for my tastes, but I'm typing much faster on it so I guess they're working for me.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ZoyYtM4.jpg?2)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/aNWw01s.jpg)

 :-*

Looks great!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Signature on Fri, 17 August 2018, 06:24:36
Just assembled my KBD8X.
Zealio 67g
Dolch set from kbdfans.
Thanks to Signature for the awesome soldering job.
Loving this thing so far. Switches are still a tiny bit light for my tastes, but I'm typing much faster on it so I guess they're working for me.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ZoyYtM4.jpg?2)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/aNWw01s.jpg)

 :-*

 :-* :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Sat, 18 August 2018, 01:39:42
GH36x2 rev1 brought back to life! shout out to Geekhack circa 2014!

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1811/42295840830_6909dc2340_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/27rxeV1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Texchappy on Wed, 22 August 2018, 18:43:27
As much as I love the GMK Skidata on my Kul ES-87, I got tired of having to pull and replugin the cord each time I wake up my Mac.  Now back to the KBP V60 with Matias quiet alps.  Don’t need another one but I’m starting to peek at what’s out there again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Wed, 22 August 2018, 22:15:25


Don’t need another one but I’m starting to peek at what’s out there again.

Ha ha. Let's face it, none of us need another one, but when has that ever stopped us? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Tue, 28 August 2018, 15:11:50
Today's keyboard is a Viterbi

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1856/42521841680_d729ba8049_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/27Mvy6o)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blue_Moon on Wed, 29 August 2018, 17:06:27
kinesis advantage. just got it yesterday. this is my first day using it. i debated getting one for months. it's fun. and i realize it'll take time to get used to. but i'm coming from an hhkb and have my doubts as to whether it'll be better. i can deal with the pad printing eventually wearing off, but i can see the pcb through the gaps between the thumb keys. i hope i never spill anything on these thumb keys. and even if i don't, there's bound to be dust and food buildup down there over the years

oh, also there's less room for my mouse, which i feared would be a dealbreaker, but it isn't that bad, so i'm glad i actually tried it. i value as much mouse space as i can get for gaming

oh, and it's loud. it doesn't matter if i avoid bottoming out. i can hear the ring of each key through the housing.

welp! that didn't last long. i ain't gonna put up with that clanging sound every time i release a key. it's boxed up and ready to be returned
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: masilver on Wed, 05 September 2018, 13:12:18
A custom modified (and currently disassembled) ISO to ANSI Model M IBM 122 key terminal keyboard with custom firmware and blue LCD to display LOCK status and key press count.

Keyboard:
[attach=1]

LCD:
[attach=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Polard55 on Thu, 06 September 2018, 06:25:43
I am using Das Keyboard Prime 13 and its great
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DJSnotBoogie on Thu, 06 September 2018, 11:02:48
Sold my Gon and waiting on my M60-A.  It’s been a long wait while using my laptop keyboard :/
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Thu, 06 September 2018, 11:04:32
A custom modified (and currently disassembled) ISO to ANSI Model M IBM 122 key terminal keyboard with custom firmware and blue LCD to display LOCK status and key press count.

Keyboard:
(Attachment Link)

LCD:
(Attachment Link)

 :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Fri, 07 September 2018, 07:11:29
A custom modified (and currently disassembled) ISO to ANSI Model M IBM 122 key terminal keyboard with custom firmware and blue LCD to display LOCK status and key press count.

Keyboard:
(Attachment Link)

LCD:
(Attachment Link)
Daaaaang dude. That's nice!
Looking forward to seeing that thing all assembled.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Fri, 07 September 2018, 07:12:27
A custom modified (and currently disassembled) ISO to ANSI Model M IBM 122 key terminal keyboard with custom firmware and blue LCD to display LOCK status and key press count.

Keyboard:
(Attachment Link)

LCD:
(Attachment Link)

very cool
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Mon, 10 September 2018, 17:57:22
Tokyo60 v1 HHKB-like (built from DIY kit):

[attachimg=1]

PCB: Hot-swappable for Cherry mx and clone switches in HHKB layout. Completely programmable via QMK.
Switches: Zeal PC Zilent blue 67g
Alpha caps: Imsto black on blue dye-sub PBT
Mods: Imsto blank black PBT
Fn key: Originative blank yellow PBT
Case: Anodized CNC aluminum
Connector: mini-USB

The keyboard is completely programmable via QMK firmware (but I do not need this feature, because the default layout is HHKB -- my favorite).

The Zilent switches are tactile, not clicky. They are extremely quiet (internally damped upstroke and downstroke) but not mushy. They feel very lightweight -- 67g is the bottom-out force, not the activation force. Usually, I do not like Cherry mx or clones, but I like the Zilent 67g switches.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mike-y on Mon, 10 September 2018, 18:26:43
Working at home this week, recovering from surgery, and have been using my trusty Redscarf II+ ver. B.  I really like this board, as the function keys on the left side make it great for gaming, while still being compact.

Aluminum case with acrylic bottom,
Box red switches
DSA PBT Dolch keycaps.

[attachimg=1]

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iammeuru on Tue, 11 September 2018, 14:53:01
This very moment, at work:
Dell AT101W w/ Black ALPS, I lubed and tuned all the leafs myself (first lube and tune I ever did, and while it took forever, the results are amazing)
keeping my eye out for something tossed out with cherry switches for modification, since I can't bring in my own peripherals, but no one seems to care if I desolder what's there and put something new in its place.

At Home:
GMMK (gross keeb, but hot swappable and I need to try all the things... lubed the stabs, MAXKEY SA Dolch caps), daily drove Zaeliostotles (78g) for a week, and now Zilents (78g)... loved both so far.
iKBC MF108V2 w/cherry reds, where I learned I don't think I like linear switches, and am about to holetite mod it, and change the usb port to usb-c. I believe this will be what I want in a keeb after all that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blue_Moon on Thu, 13 September 2018, 13:55:53
Tokyo60 v1 HHKB-like (built from DIY kit):

(Attachment Link)

that tokyo kb looked interesting--an hhkb with mechanical keys--until i noticed the right alt key is moved >.<
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Thu, 13 September 2018, 22:42:38
Coolermaster MasterKey S with brown cherry switches and Matt3o /dev/tty MT3 Custom Keycap Set (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/56051)

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Playa-V on Fri, 14 September 2018, 13:22:17
I'm back to using my Realforce "Space Cadet" board at work:

(Attachment Link)



I’d like to change the color of my RealForce RGB cover from black to a different color. The grey on this fellow’s keyboard cover looks very nice.

Does anyone have any advise on how I can go about this?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Fri, 14 September 2018, 13:27:33
I'm back to using my Realforce "Space Cadet" board at work:

(Attachment Link)



I’d like to change the color of my RealForce RGB cover from black to a different color. The grey on this fellow’s keyboard cover looks very nice.

Does anyone have any advise on how I can go about this?

Just use the same paint (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40658.msg2349842#msg2349842) they did.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Playa-V on Fri, 14 September 2018, 13:32:06
Thanks!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Sat, 15 September 2018, 23:41:03
TRS-80 Model II - feel the need every now and then.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Sun, 16 September 2018, 20:23:49
TRS-80 Model II - feel the need every now and then.

(Attachment Link)

Nice condition.  It’s always refreshing to mix it up, provided you like what is being mixed


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rioc on Wed, 19 September 2018, 12:16:09
finished this baby today:
(https://i.imgur.com/zzReJMK.jpg)


Keycult No 1 (black, cyan, brass)
Lubed retooled MX black
Lubed zeal stabilisers
gmk griseann alphas (+ jtk wob mods)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tron on Sun, 23 September 2018, 20:00:34
Having fun rotating my beamspring collection. Currently using the full size 3278.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Sun, 23 September 2018, 20:29:48
Beautiful!


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Mon, 24 September 2018, 01:29:33
Having fun rotating my beamspring collection. Currently using the full size 3278.
Awesome!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nelamvr6 on Tue, 25 September 2018, 17:20:38
Right now I'm using my PFU Limited 87U:

(https://i.imgur.com/nEoitOW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livewirerc on Wed, 26 September 2018, 09:27:29
Sorry for crap lighting but this is my office keyboard. I have a matching one in rose gold at home, and a HHKB BT for moving around with.

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Tokyo60 - Space Gray
Cherry MX Clear switches
Cherry MX Grey space bar and escape key switches
Stock S1 Tokyo60 keycaps
Red cherry profile escape key from... I don't remember where
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ruskie on Wed, 26 September 2018, 11:27:21
My current daily driver is a modded FC980M that I had used at work for a while. It is using 67g Kailh Pro Purples, Lubed, clipped, band-aided genuine cherry stabs, and the stock PBT front printed keycaps! I also have a Kira60 with a Zeal60 and 78g zilents, but I never felt comfortable taking that ****er to work. I also use a Prime-M as a CAD-pad, as I am an engineering major at GMU. That is using lubed Tealios with a mishmash of GMK Violet Tendencies mods and OG WoB cherry doubleshots for the alphas!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Wed, 26 September 2018, 14:28:19
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180926/24c3cf506439b41ebba41ac66f5835db.jpg)

VEA with copper plate, pandelios switches, custom copper cable and twin sets of GMK Solarised Dark.


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Playa-V on Fri, 28 September 2018, 16:06:28
That VHT dye worked out nicely.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Sun, 30 September 2018, 18:16:57
(https://preview.redd.it/m8doaeik7gp11.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&s=e03a9850061ba1b9ca7766e2bee2d7d41329f48c)

TGR Alice in Pink with EPBT BoW and Nixie switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Olumin on Mon, 01 October 2018, 10:48:13
HHKB Pro 2 in Black 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Fearian on Tue, 02 October 2018, 06:42:16
I don't see many ISO 60% with arrows! I had to file away bit of the plate to fit these in.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Wed, 03 October 2018, 08:35:06
Finally put together my velvet red Singa R2 with a brass plate, polished stainless steel weight, retooled MX blacks lubed with Tribosys 3204 and spring-swapped with 68 g. catweewee gold springs. The stabilizers are GMK screw-in stabilizers that have been clipped, lubed (3204/SuperLube) and band-aid modded.

Yes, I know the spacebar doesn't fit but I didn't have a set with a 7u spacebar laying around. The keycaps are temporary, still waiting on a different set for this board. :)

(https://i.imgur.com/ykOJxkm.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/aomxY23.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/SjojxdG.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/5cmCsGU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daerid on Wed, 03 October 2018, 17:02:51
Right now I'm using my PFU Limited 87U:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/nEoitOW.jpg)


I want, and very much need, this.

Currently back on a Filco MJ2 with Browns.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snurrebassen on Thu, 04 October 2018, 01:39:08
Using my current favorite layout + favorite switches.
Nightfox (Whitefox PCB) with lubed Blue Zilents 78g and SA Industrial. Cable is from CoolCableUK :cool:

Customized the right shift to be my play/pause button, which I use a lot.
Bugs me that I don't have the 1.5u backspace for this set though. Hoping to pick up a new SA set soon!

I just love the feel of these switches and the layout is perfect for my use. I'm typing much more efficient on this than a plain 60% or a 100%. Considering getting a Whitefox for my home build :)

(https://i.imgur.com/mkoO2XZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/RXia7os.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: malu1989 on Mon, 08 October 2018, 14:58:25
Using a self built 60% with tmk firmware and spacefn layout.
[attach=1]
Parts are from a cherry G80-3000 which I salvaged for switches, stabs and caps.
Switches are MX Clears modded to lubed ergo clears. Top plate is steel, bottom is lasered plywood.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Delmondo on Sat, 13 October 2018, 15:48:44
Using a self built 60% with tmk firmware and spacefn layout.

i super love this layout. i would love to do a project like this.

at the time of writing, i'm using mainly an ikbc cd108 with box jades and some dye sub SA keycaps. when i feel like it, i use a matias mac mini.

here is the ikbc:

(https://i.imgur.com/bQxi1vk.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sun, 14 October 2018, 00:46:33
I am using Topre RGB PCB in custom Titanium case with mixed sets of GMK key caps. A few 3d wonky keys I don't touch a lot like ESC, ALT. I think this as of now is my grail. I have over 2 grand invested in it. It really does not seem like 45g. Almost as stiff as Clears. Of course lubed, o-ring.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SBJ on Sun, 14 October 2018, 02:13:30
I am using Topre RGB PCB in custom Titanium case with mixed sets of GMK key caps. A few 3d wonky keys I don't touch a lot like ESC, ALT. I think this as of now is my grail. I have over 2 grand invested in it. It really does not seem like 45g. Almost as stiff as Clears. Of course lubed, o-ring.
Pictures please. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sun, 14 October 2018, 03:40:26
Realforce 87UB55, model SE18T0 (uniform 55g TKL, black on charcoal)


[attach=1]


...because:

• It's practically the same size as my Dell XPS (8th-gen Core i7, 16GB, 500GB SSD, 3200x1800).

• It doesn't disturb my wife sleeping down the hall here in the condo.

• It combines the long-term reliability of Topre capacitive switches with that famous...


[attach=2]


So thanks for asking, my good geeks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sun, 14 October 2018, 12:06:03
Realforce 87UB55, model SE18T0 (uniform 55g TKL, black on charcoal)


(Attachment Link)


...because:

• It's practically the same size as my Dell XPS (8th-gen Core i7, 16GB, 500GB SSD, 3200x1800).

• It doesn't disturb my wife sleeping down the hall here in the condo.

• It combines the long-term reliability of Topre capacitive switches with that famous...


(Attachment Link)


So thanks for asking, my good geeks.

Nice. However, do my little eyes spy Windows 7? Or did you change the Windows 10 start icon?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Wed, 17 October 2018, 09:36:46
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/212575396032413697/502123587218702336/photo_2018-10-17_10-19-43.jpg)

this keeb

better to me than people said me it would be

G84-4100 from cherry
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atectatifern on Thu, 18 October 2018, 16:52:06
. . .  and some dye sub SA keycaps . . .
May I ask where you got the keys with ASCII legends?


NM, found -- https://kprepublic.com/products/ascii-control-character-code-sa-profile-dye-sub-keycap-set-thick-pbt-for-gh60-xd60-xd84-cospad-rs96-zz96-87-104-660 (https://kprepublic.com/products/ascii-control-character-code-sa-profile-dye-sub-keycap-set-thick-pbt-for-gh60-xd60-xd84-cospad-rs96-zz96-87-104-660) -- thanks for the pic!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: switch10 on Thu, 18 October 2018, 18:44:50
This Levinson is my current favorite.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fishinaspacesuit on Wed, 24 October 2018, 08:53:57
Rocking this as my daily driver - Astrophysical Norbatouch with Masterkeys Pro S resoldered with lubed Zilents 65g and two layers of Sorbothane damping film

It's a quiet beast  :p

(https://i.imgur.com/PsE8OEu.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 24 October 2018, 12:07:29
Rocking this as my daily driver - Astrophysical Norbatouch with Masterkeys Pro S resoldered with lubed Zilents 65g and two layers of Sorbothane damping film

It's a quiet beast  :p

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/PsE8OEu.jpg)


This keeb is so Deep in hobby addiction that it would scare most people..

We know ur just like us, but others may think, Serial killer fur sure..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 24 October 2018, 12:11:02
Realforce 87UB55, model SE18T0 (uniform 55g TKL, black on charcoal)


(Attachment Link)


...because:

• It's practically the same size as my Dell XPS (8th-gen Core i7, 16GB, 500GB SSD, 3200x1800).

• It doesn't disturb my wife sleeping down the hall here in the condo.

• It combines the long-term reliability of Topre capacitive switches with that famous...


(Attachment Link)


So thanks for asking, my good geeks.


Where be them 1337 mice.

(https://i.imgur.com/8l4kWNs.gif)

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frydaja on Wed, 24 October 2018, 13:42:48
Compaq-branded NMB RT101. It's a rubber dome, but it feels nice (and so.. non-rubbery for a rubber dome), PBT keycaps.. also I love the older Compaq logo.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Wed, 24 October 2018, 13:48:44
(https://i.imgur.com/Wno2I2r.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AJM on Wed, 24 October 2018, 15:24:00
Since Monday I use an "XT" at work as well, so finally I can get used to a proper layout again.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: supamesican on Wed, 24 October 2018, 19:29:02
This ibm model m 2. Honestly if it was tkl it would be the best throw in my backback keyboard i could think of. Feels almost as good ad my model m ssk and unicomp model m, but its much lighter than ether. o[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 26 November 2018, 11:41:14
Compaq-branded NMB RT101. It's a rubber dome, but it feels nice (and so.. non-rubbery for a rubber dome), PBT keycaps.. also I love the older Compaq logo.
(Attachment Link)

I have one of these Compaqs. I can confirm that the rubber dome does feels good under-finger. Mine came from a soldering plant or something; it has long melted scars on the case. It's seen some action!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tradercreep on Fri, 30 November 2018, 06:21:50
Filco majestouch red silent switch. The most silent keyboard at my workplace  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 30 November 2018, 11:34:50
Singa R2 with lubed retooled MX blacks and ePBT 9009 R3.

(https://i.imgur.com/kQI1Tmo.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/AjtdrWU.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BigDov on Fri, 30 November 2018, 12:46:56
At work: Ergodox EZ w/ MX Browns + a few MX Clears I tossed in just to get a feel for them (mostly at thumbs; space and return, a couple others). A mix of their PBT caps that came with the board, and some of my Granite caps for a little color.

(https://i.imgur.com/cO1owEz.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/B6d4ETx.jpg)

At home: O.G. Ergodox w/ MX Blues modded with Red springs (I think.... 35g springs, anyway), the rest of the Granite caps and few others tossed on for good measure, no pics currently. Also in use at home is a CM QFR w/ MX Reds that is waiting for the Jukebox caps to show up from the MD Black Friday drop :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Fri, 07 December 2018, 11:08:08
(https://i.imgur.com/E2qMjaT.jpg)

blurry pic, new tada68 with gat yellows, spacebar flibbed, i put on the left shift stabs backwards so i cant put a cap on it now, also didn't have a full single keycap set for it which fit all the keys so most of the keys are from one keyset and the others are from one which is invisible in the eyes of my camera
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Luciqueii on Fri, 07 December 2018, 11:15:00
My first build ATM... Tofu case, Knock off Chocolates, Box Whites, Brass Plate and PCB GH 60 SATAN


(https://i.imgur.com/t7T6pXp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/J156pk7.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fZfaaNu.jpg)

Cheers,

- F.L.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Fri, 07 December 2018, 13:22:56
Canoe R1 with stock Gateron red switches  :p .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frydaja on Fri, 07 December 2018, 17:14:54
CoolerMaster Masterkeys Lite L.

(Chyros's room-temperature butter)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fossilcodger on Fri, 07 December 2018, 18:58:38
Ultimate Hacking Keyboard (UHK60):

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Oni74 on Sat, 08 December 2018, 09:32:49
Work - K-type with lubed gateron yellows with sprit 65g springs
Home1 - Alt with lubed Zealios 65g
Home2 - KBD75 PCB + XD84 Case + Lubed gateron yellows with sprit 65g springs
Float - KBD75 with Zealios 62g

Here's a family portrait:
(https://i.imgur.com/4DCwn7o.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Sat, 08 December 2018, 17:07:58
Wyse 85 for this month


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pureiridium on Tue, 11 December 2018, 12:58:57
Hi guys...

My first post here... I know this is the wrong sub-forum for this question, but this is the one of the best threads to ask this given who is posting in it; being that it's about what keyboards you guys are actually "using now".

I noticed that the big majority of you are all using the normal rectangular layout of keys be it 60%, TKL or the full set with what look like normal switch travel and keycap profile. Now I am puzzled as to how you guys get by since I find that I can't type on a normal rectangular key layout unless I:

a. Type on a setup where the keyboard is hip-height or close to it; like one would find on a table with an under-desk pull-out tray. (Which I don't have at the moment)

b. Allow the keyboard to be on the desktop, but then I will have to take quite some care in terms of how I position myself in relation to the keyboard. If I just move the keyboard so much as a few little degrees from the ideal orientation or shift the keyboard just one or two centimeters to the right or left, then I'm going to feel the aches and discomfort about 30 to 40 minutes into the typing session. (This is my current situation.)

Now I'm not even a big or wide guy, so I don't have to scrunch my arms or shoulders to get my fingers on the home row. I'm not old or suffering from past injuries or such either. Still, I get typing discomfort very easily if I don't follow the directions above.

And the big problem is that I need to move my keyboard around my desk a lot because I read on it, do drawings on it and all kinds of things on it that require the keyboard to be shifted everywhere and when I do type on it, I can't move my papers or works aside that easily because they are usually oriented in a particular way around me to maximise productivity.

So for the vast majority of you guys who are using the standard non-split/angled keyboard layout, how do you get by? Does a wrist-rest solve all your issues for you? Do you not move your keyboard about much and thus restrict it to a very specific position on the desk where you don't feel like ergonomics are an issue? If yes to those, then your bodies are like mine me and then I guess I would be doing what you guys are doing and drooling over more rectangular KBs!

But if you are also like me in that you have to move your KB about your desk a lot and often have to type on it at not the ideal location, how do you get by?

Just curious... Not trying to derail this thread or anything, but if just one or two of the more experienced members could tell me how it is that ergonomic keyboards aren't dominating this thread and what most most posters here are doing with their typing setups that allows them to use the normal keyboard layout -that would be extremely helpful...

Me personally, I will have to either get a low-profile keyboard with minimal switch travel (somehow it makes ergonomics much less of an issue for me) or get a split keyboard or something like that.

 :-\




Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 11 December 2018, 19:51:24
I'm using my CODE with MX clears but keep looking at the QFR with MX greens on the shelf over there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BlindAssassin111 on Tue, 11 December 2018, 19:55:23
Currently using a NMB RT8255C+ I haven't found a board that I like as much in a little while(better than my omnikeys because they are in poor condition). Plus waiting on some boards I have designed to go in GBs so I can get one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hyde on Tue, 11 December 2018, 21:04:10
Right now I'm using my PFU Limited 87U:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/nEoitOW.jpg)


Omg so jealous, I really want to buy it but the price is so steep compare to regular Topre.

And I currently own a 104UW modded with KBDFans silence rings so it would be a minor upgrade for me, so it's a tough call even though I really want it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Tue, 11 December 2018, 22:00:22
Revo RJ with lubed MX Silent Black Stems in Zeal housings on a brass plate.
Soooo gooooooood.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Wed, 12 December 2018, 10:02:47
Decided to give my Monterey K108 some desk time. The switches are $$$ like always, and the board is so light and flexing that a big bad wolf could blow it apart.
Excellent fun just the way it is!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Wed, 12 December 2018, 11:17:05
Dug the old GH60. haven't used this in quite a while.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Thu, 13 December 2018, 04:06:59
LZ GH V2 with Zealios V1 (67g, springs lubed with 3204), GMK stabilizers (lubed, clipped and band-aided) and ePBT 9009.

(https://i.imgur.com/CjoQHEs.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Uw7qDGd.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ZW7erAf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Thu, 13 December 2018, 10:48:21
LZ GH V2 with Zealios V1 (67g, springs lubed with 3204), GMK stabilizers (lubed, clipped and band-aided) and ePBT 9009.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/CjoQHEs.jpg)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Uw7qDGd.jpg)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ZW7erAf.jpg)


 So nice  :thumb:  I have to start building mine soon.

I wish LZ would also make a LZ-GH 60%. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abhixec on Thu, 13 December 2018, 13:40:35
(https://i.redd.it/bf0hfsa3q0w11.jpg)
Left is 40% mini niu, then GH60 satan with 5degree case and to the right is the numpad(YMDK 21)
right now I taking my 40% mini niu with me everywhere with my back pack. :D (office, remote work place, everywhere my backpack goes) occassionally connect it to my galaxy tab s 3 to work on it as well :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Thu, 13 December 2018, 14:34:47
LZ GH V2 with Zealios V1 (67g, springs lubed with 3204), GMK stabilizers (lubed, clipped and band-aided) and ePBT 9009.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/CjoQHEs.jpg)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Uw7qDGd.jpg)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ZW7erAf.jpg)


 So nice  :thumb:  I have to start building mine soon.

I wish LZ would also make a LZ-GH 60%.

Thanks, my guy. You should definitely start building it! It’s a great board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: danwomansan on Thu, 13 December 2018, 17:44:20
(https://i.imgur.com/BPOW70W.jpg)

excuse the bad pic, my light burnt out and im using an old phone as a camera

tada68 with new stock box navies
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thearctican on Fri, 14 December 2018, 16:45:40
Just my Tofu with 35g MX Blacks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcoffin1981 on Sat, 15 December 2018, 00:17:42
I'm using a Pok3r 3 with lubed Gateron browns.  The weight is just what I'm looking for. The lube takes out most of the pings and they are quite smooth. I like them more than the Cherry browns.  I like this profile more than the 75% on the Leopold and can program the bottom right Ctrl-Shift cluster to be arrows, but I do prefer I,J,K,L.  That 2" or so of width makes a difference in the ergonomics.  It's absolutely imperative the the FN key is able to be moved to the CapsLock position.

The keycaps are also outstanding, so there is no need to replace them.  I am itching to buy a new board, but I really have no need to.  I can take that cash instead and start putting together my new rig, as I'm still running a 5 year old 2500K.  However, at 5 GHz I don't have a lot of need to upgrade.  I do want a M2 NVMe drive and this generation does not support it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sd40 on Tue, 18 December 2018, 17:37:46
Gateway AnyKey.  The one I am typing on has recently been moved to the internet computer from the one where I have worked all day most days for most of the last ten years.  I bought it used so who knows how much mileage it had before that.  It's still crisp.  I started on AnyKey 25 years ago and couldn't give it up for inferior products.

With four spares stored, I'm hoping to stay with AnyKey.

I also have a pristine used copy that unfortunately doesn't work.  I would like to find someone who can repair it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Tue, 18 December 2018, 18:31:33
I'm using a Pok3r 3 with lubed Gateron browns.  The weight is just what I'm looking for. The lube takes out most of the pings and they are quite smooth. I like them more than the Cherry browns.  I like this profile more than the 75% on the Leopold and can program the bottom right Ctrl-Shift cluster to be arrows, but I do prefer I,J,K,L.  That 2" or so of width makes a difference in the ergonomics.  It's absolutely imperative the the FN key is able to be moved to the CapsLock position.

The keycaps are also outstanding, so there is no need to replace them.  I am itching to buy a new board, but I really have no need to.  I can take that cash instead and start putting together my new rig, as I'm still running a 5 year old 2500K.  However, at 5 GHz I don't have a lot of need to upgrade.  I do want a M2 NVMe drive and this generation does not support it.

I'd like to be able to put the FN where my capslock is as well, or hell, a big-ass tab would even be nice. I have a 4790k and am currently pleased with regular sata ssds even though I think I could rig an NVME drive in here through PCI-E; I would mainly want one for browsing all my art files so they load fast as I do get a bit tired of waiting for all the thumbs to load (even on sata sdds). It's nothing major to gripe about though.

I can't be bothered to get another board for home use as I have been using a Varmillo v87mn with MX Browns for 2.5 years now and there's nothing else I want in it except programmable keys, but that's it (big-ass tab notwithstanding). And I love that sweet, sweet PBT as well; nothing beats it (no offense, GMK lovers).

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThoughtArtist on Tue, 18 December 2018, 19:51:07
Just my Tofu with 35g MX Blacks.
(Attachment Link)

The Classic Win keys add a nice touch there. I wouldn't mind adding a little dab of color like that to my otherwise mostly grey/black board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pastuh on Sat, 29 December 2018, 09:35:06
Today got Ducky One 2 Mini 60%
And very happy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 31 December 2018, 04:33:24
HHKB Hapster using his HHKB :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: airlangga07 on Mon, 31 December 2018, 08:29:46
HHKB with BKE ultra lights. :) my best go to keyboard atm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: scoopbb on Mon, 31 December 2018, 15:12:13
(https://i.imgur.com/c54ar3d.jpg)

mx housing, sky 2.2 stems, 68g springs, row3 sa carbon
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 03 January 2019, 18:19:34
That looks really nice, scoopbb!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 03 January 2019, 18:21:19
Starting the new year on this beauty:

[attachimg=1]
(Norbatouch + Plum EC numpad with /dev/tty keycaps)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Thu, 03 January 2019, 19:16:07
Looks like you're using the flat bottom row. The only way to go!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abhixec on Thu, 03 January 2019, 22:38:53
Starting the new year on this beauty:

(Attachment Link)
(Norbatouch + Plum EC numpad with /dev/tty keycaps)
wow that looks really good! which keyboard & macropad is it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: scoopbb on Fri, 04 January 2019, 11:34:16
Starting the new year on this beauty:

(Attachment Link)
(Norbatouch + Plum EC numpad with /dev/tty keycaps)

man i woke up super early to get into that massdrop recap drop specifically for mt3 and no ortho kits were available. need mt3! looks so slick.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thearctican on Fri, 04 January 2019, 13:14:51
Just my Tofu with 35g MX Blacks.
(Attachment Link)

The Classic Win keys add a nice touch there. I wouldn't mind adding a little dab of color like that to my otherwise mostly grey/black board

Yeah I really like the set - Classic Retro from Originative and I copped it for $100! It's shining up really nice these days.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 04 January 2019, 19:08:50
2019 = LZ-S at home and E6-V2 at work daily 8+ hours each
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tron on Sat, 05 January 2019, 13:42:37
Hipro Norbaforce with silent purple sliders.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snozberries on Sun, 06 January 2019, 13:49:10
Currently using my VR68M with MX Reds, but I just bought a Realforce R2 - waiting for that to get shipped and my fingers will be happy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Sun, 06 January 2019, 14:51:42
HHKB Pro 2, just lubed with Krytox 105 for the sliders and superlube grease for the stabs, and installed some silencing rings, plus swapped a few mod keys that I will hold to BKE Redux ultra-light domes, and space bar to a heavy dome.
Surprisingly all good impression so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mbardeen on Mon, 07 January 2019, 13:12:35
I like 'em big...     

My IBM Model F 122, currently my work keyboard.
[attachimg=1]

And my IBM Model F 107, home keyboard.
[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Mon, 07 January 2019, 13:30:34
Put away the No. 1 and back to 60% for a bit.

Revo RJ HHKB with some OG Tealios and GMK Muted

(https://i.imgur.com/ymauJuE.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: naveed on Fri, 11 January 2019, 17:18:24
Don't hate me too much. SteelSeries Apex 800. I really like the feel of this keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: qorg11 on Fri, 11 January 2019, 17:26:17
IBM Model M 1391405

I love it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Sat, 12 January 2019, 16:45:12
Put away the No. 1 and back to 60% for a bit.

Revo RJ HHKB with some OG Tealios and GMK Muted

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ymauJuE.jpg)


Wow that thing is super clean with fresh colors. Nice
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: richpags on Sat, 12 January 2019, 17:09:20
My first ever mechanical keyboard  :thumb:

Leopold FC890FC PD

(https://i.imgur.com/FX6pNyA.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Sat, 12 January 2019, 17:12:09
Black Blank HHKB BT
55g domes
Lubed purple silent sliders
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sun, 13 January 2019, 06:46:14
Put away the No. 1 and back to 60% for a bit.

Revo RJ HHKB with some OG Tealios and GMK Muted

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ymauJuE.jpg)


Awesome looking board, well done.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whiffysole on Sun, 13 January 2019, 10:58:55
Right now I'm using my MagicForce 68 with Outemu Browns and TaiHao Cubic keycaps.
This is quite a budget board at $60 total spent on it, and it's the best value for a board I have.
These keycaps are doubleshot ABS and are translucent on the first plastic injection. Some people might not like how they look, but honestly I don't care. They're beautiful to me.  :cool:
Cubic profile is perfect to me. I like the sharp angles on it as compared to TaiHao's OEM profile caps, and the overall quality is impressive for the price I payed for it.
The Outemu Browns are one of the most tactile switches I've used, mainly because I don't use tactile often at all.
My next plan for the keyboard is modding it to have white LED backlighting.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Sun, 13 January 2019, 11:01:18
Put away the No. 1 and back to 60% for a bit.

Revo RJ HHKB with some OG Tealios and GMK Muted

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/ymauJuE.jpg)


I love my RJ. I have Tealios too. Did you lube?

Everytime I am about to buy another board I talk myself out of it because I am so happy with my hhkb and RJ.

(Well, I did just trade out the Pro 2 for a BT)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AJM on Tue, 15 January 2019, 16:09:36
Vortex Vibe with MT3 /dev/tty keycaps:

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[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Tue, 15 January 2019, 16:13:43
I got a Filco with a tex case. It used to have cherry mx clears and changed it to Gateron Yellow switches.

(https://i.imgur.com/shCaI9i.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rumblehotep on Wed, 16 January 2019, 12:50:05
My go-everywhere-with-me HHKBaby, sliders lubed with 3204, silence-x rings, BKE Redux Light domes, Red RF pbt set, custom MitchCapped Mods and friends.

[attachimg=1]
[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Wed, 16 January 2019, 13:24:48
My go-everywhere-with-me HHKBaby, sliders lubed with 3204, silence-x rings, BKE Redux Light domes, Red RF pbt set, custom MitchCapped Mods and friends.

(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

+ ∞ !!!

My beloved black and red theme pushed to the limit on this HHKB! You are Rich AF... I believe!
Mine is also with lubed sliders and silence-X rings, can confirm no feelings of reduced travel at all, and with light domes on some mods, and with a Hasu BT controller.
Your Reaper and Cosmonaut may each cost at least the same as this whole keyboard... while I do not totally agree with the one on the 0 key as it is not exactly black and red like all others. The ETF Fugu is a more expensive one, but there can be some with only black and red colors I believe.

I want to have such MitchCapped mods too. How does the MitchCapped mods feel? Can I just order from him?

I will give your keeb a score of 999.999 out of 100!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rumblehotep on Wed, 16 January 2019, 14:02:46
Thanks, need to just get a good cable and battery for the hasu bluetooth for it to be finished.
I don’t know if MC does private commissions but did say on his instagram he would be having a very small custom mod raffled on 1/21 for hhkb, fc660c and mx gamer/spacebars so I’d watch that!
Also the Murray might not be red & black but it is very bloody and precious as my only Murray win so far :)
Mitchcaps are thick and great to type on, they’re the best!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mattlach on Wed, 16 January 2019, 14:37:03
Home Desktop:  Unicomp Classic 104 Key (not smaller ultra-classic)

(https://www.pckeyboard.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/00UB4044A-1_800x533.jpg)

Work:  Some garbage Logitech wireless junk.  K520?

On Order:
- Ducky One (black case, white LED) Cherry MX Green switches.   For home.  I want to try a more modern mechanical board.
- Ducky One (black case, white LED) Cherry MX Clear Tactile switches with o-rings.  For work.  It needs to be quiet.

(https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/images/products/large_DKON1608S-USPDAAW1_main.jpg)

In Storage:
- IBM Model M, Beige  (got water damage years ago, was never able to fix it, but couldn't bring myself to throw it out)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2648/3978720980_74b128759b_z.jpg)

- IBM Model M13 Trackpoint II (black):  I ordered the last black keycaps Unicomp sold, and don't want to wear them out like I did the previous ones

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4124/5091177536_a2068d1217_z.jpg)

I'd still be using that M13 if they hadn't been stupid with the keys.  They are neither double-shot nor dye sublimated, but rather pad printed.   The print gets finger grease on it and wears out in a matter of a couple of years if you type a lot like I do.  Since it is in great shape and relatively rare, I decided to stick the new keycaps on it, clean it up, and put it in storage and use something else.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Wed, 16 January 2019, 23:47:55
Work: CoolerMaster MasterKeys S (MX browns) with a Unloved Bastard controller and a GMK Space Cadet keycap set

[attachimg=1]

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snurrebassen on Thu, 17 January 2019, 08:18:51
(https://i.imgur.com/SusXl31.jpg)
At work: Nightfox with SA Industrial, lubed zealios 78g  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Thu, 17 January 2019, 18:52:59
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/SusXl31.jpg)

At work: Nightfox with SA Industrial, lubed zealios 78g  :D

This is a thing that I like. Nice looking board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yuppie on Thu, 17 January 2019, 19:30:50
(https://i.imgur.com/hklM0at.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Thu, 17 January 2019, 20:13:29
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/hklM0at.png)


https://i.imgur.com/hklM0at.png

[attach=1]

Fascinating!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dustinhxc on Fri, 18 January 2019, 19:55:05
Realforce 87UB Silent, Dark Grey Case, Variable 45g/35g, Krytox Lubed, Factory Silent Sliders, KbdFans 9009 Beige/White Keyset, MX Sliders in Esc/NumLock Row.

Realforce 23UB, Dark Grey Case, Uniform 45g, Krytox Lubed, KbdFans 9009 Beige/White Keyset, MX Sliders in Top Row.

Photos Soon.....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: audiosl4ve on Sat, 19 January 2019, 05:57:50
just some Plum and Milkshake action

(https://i.imgur.com/Gr6XypM.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: postanthony3000 on Sun, 20 January 2019, 06:25:12
I am typing this on a GMMK with Kailh Box Navy Switches. I'm using the keycaps that come with the GMMK but I would like to get a set with a better font. At work I am using the Hexgears X-1 (white case) with Kailh Choc White switches. While I am not too into RGB I have to say that the colors look much better on a white case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: postanthony3000 on Sun, 20 January 2019, 06:27:09
I like 'em big...     

My IBM Model F 122, currently my work keyboard.
(Attachment Link)

And my IBM Model F 107, home keyboard.
(Attachment Link)

Epic...

I have thought about doing this myself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: snurrebassen on Sun, 20 January 2019, 11:08:46

This is a thing that I like. Nice looking board.

Thanks!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Sun, 20 January 2019, 13:23:21
****ty day out so decided to clean some boards up and swap back to my favorite.  Wondering if the PC Singa will knock this off my desk soon.

(https://i.imgur.com/c6InF3t.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: josefadamcik on Mon, 28 January 2019, 05:32:16
Katana60 with gateron silent blacks.

(https://i.imgur.com/loRTgDy.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Glod on Thu, 21 February 2019, 17:31:13
Just finished building this today, over the last week.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7803/33295559658_c3a115bfc2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SJdrTq)

First Pics: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmyKiGDi

- Keeb.io Viterbi
https://keeb.io/products/viterbi-keyboard-pcbs-5x7-70-split-ortholinear

- Custom stainless steel case designed with Swill's tool (ITS HEAVY)
* Metal cut by Lasergist
* Middle acrylic diffuse layer cut by Sculpteo

- Elite-C controller on left hand
https://keeb.io/collections/split-keyboard-parts/products/elite-c-usb-c-pro-micro-replacement-arduino-compatible-atmega32u4

- MillMax sockets for hot swap switches
* For most of the switches used the cheaper ED90584-ND
* For the low clearance switches above the controller used the more expensive ED1039-ND (only required 8 of these)
*4 switches on each PCB are soldered normal so that the PCB wont fall off

- Currently with Kailh Copper Speed Switches
https://novelkeys.xyz/collections/switches/products/kailh-speed-switches

- GMK Laser with Colemak kit
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lanrefni on Thu, 21 February 2019, 18:29:09
Giving a Laplace with franken blues a try for the week-

(https://i.imgur.com/38CtNsL.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 22 February 2019, 20:06:00
I'm using the touchscreen keyboard to write this message, but i Love my corsair k63. Linear, clacky goodness!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Dark Side on Sun, 03 March 2019, 13:13:28
Hi keyboard lovers :)

Here is my two keebs.

ikbc c87 cherry mx brown with dsa dolch and my cheapest keyboard ever - ajazz ak33 with some blue switches.

Before ikbc I had Das 4 Professional crapboard and got "key chattering" after one year. I'm also got some Greetech brown switches instead of cherry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mta on Sun, 03 March 2019, 17:11:33
GMK Laser Alt and a KBD67 with SA Nuclear Data
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aelon on Sun, 03 March 2019, 17:28:55
GMK Laser Alt and a KBD67 with SA Nuclear Data

Wohoo finally a keyboard to play Fallout :)
That "SA Nuclear Data" set is neat.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aelon on Sun, 03 March 2019, 17:48:57
(https://i.postimg.cc/FKMtj3QQ/20190304-023921.jpg)

Recently bought an optical switched keyboard: Razer Huntsman.
I was so frustrated with chattering so I wanted to try a different switch technology, hoping that this time I won't experience chattering anymore.

I started using mechanical keyboards back in 2015. I had 2 keyboards having Cherry MX Blue and Cherry MX Browns... Both of them were horribly chattering so in 2016 I bought a Logitech G810 because it's newly designed Romer-G switches were advertised as "Specifically designed with double contact mechanism to eliminate chatter" but guess what ? it also started chattering horribly last year. Not only that but many keys also sometimes stopped registering key presses leaving me frustrated. Everyday I was treating every faulty switch with pure alcohol, which works for few hours and few days and then either it or some other key starts acting up again...
 
So 3 is enough for me.
I think I will never buy or use a traditional metal contact switched mechanical keyboard again. I will use optical, capacitive, hall effect, magnetic etc... whatever other technology from now on but never a metal contact switch again...

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Sun, 03 March 2019, 18:11:20
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190304/8baa5d65be0400cc189a856387f29e3b.jpg)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Sun, 03 March 2019, 19:45:58
Going back and forth between a Realforce 87U variable weight and a lubed HHKB depending on my mood. I was using HHKB so much, but now I'm using RF even more. And tomorrow, trying out a uniform 55g Realforce. Finding my end game with mechanical keyboards has been tough!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fanpeople on Mon, 04 March 2019, 04:18:17
TOPRE HAPPY HACKEY CEYBROAD. FU
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doluded on Mon, 04 March 2019, 11:55:26
TOPRE HAPPY HACKEY CEYBROAD. FU
I agree
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: imnambarn on Tue, 05 March 2019, 00:46:36
:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Tue, 05 March 2019, 04:15:48
Rocking a Realforce 87U 55g board. I think I found my endgame board. It's addicting to type on, and I wrote 4-5 pages in a few hours on it yesterday night. Looking forward to getting even more work done on it. :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 05 March 2019, 08:41:49
(https://i.imgur.com/zW5DEle.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Tue, 05 March 2019, 19:24:44
Filco Majestouch 1 tenkeyless blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 05 March 2019, 19:55:23
Rocking a Realforce 87U 55g board. I think I found my endgame board. It's addicting to type on, and I wrote 4-5 pages in a few hours on it yesterday night. Looking forward to getting even more work done on it. :D

They are very comfortable to type on, aren't they!  I'm using mine at home at the moment - it was the keyboard of choice when I could choose only one to keep out of the box during a recent house move.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Tue, 05 March 2019, 22:39:21
[attach=1]



Yes, I really do like vintage KeyTronic F&F switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lanrefni on Tue, 05 March 2019, 22:46:16
Back on my BFO-9000,the Laplace was just too small,also got around to getting the RGB underglow working.

(http://i.imgur.com/rIqp9ar.jpg?1) (https://imgur.com/rIqp9ar)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Budman on Tue, 05 March 2019, 23:55:56
Recently bought an optical switched keyboard: Razer Huntsman...

I was enjoying typing on the demo of that keyboard at Best Buy and was interested in the switch more,  but man is it loud. Like buckling spring loud to me, I thought. And this was in an open store - I can't imagine what that keyboard would be like in my home late at night gaming or typing sessions. Regardless, enjoy. Did you know Bloody makes the same keyboard using same opti switches for half the price?

 I currently just got this last week and been enjoying the Gateron Brown's in it as well as the layout.  Compact size better for gaming and price is right:

(http://tntreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/gallery-1487794181-magic.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Tue, 05 March 2019, 23:56:55
Back on my BFO-9000,the Laplace was just too small,also got around to getting the RGB underglow working.

(http://i.imgur.com/rIqp9ar.jpg?1) (https://imgur.com/rIqp9ar)

Oh my.. (https://i.imgur.com/0NjZpe1.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aelon on Thu, 07 March 2019, 16:04:30
Recently bought an optical switched keyboard: Razer Huntsman...

I was enjoying typing on the demo of that keyboard at Best Buy and was interested in the switch more,  but man is it loud. Like buckling spring loud to me, I thought. And this was in an open store - I can't imagine what that keyboard would be like in my home late at night gaming or typing sessions. Regardless, enjoy. Did you know Bloody makes the same keyboard using same opti switches for half the price?

 I currently just got this last week and been enjoying the Gateron Brown's in it as well as the layout.  Compact size better for gaming and price is right:

Show Image
(http://tntreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/gallery-1487794181-magic.jpg)


Thanks :) Yes I know. Unfortunately I can't buy most of the keyboards mentioned here in geekhack.org because of language layout differences and country customs restrictions.

As for optical switch technology; Bloody only have it's B640 model available in our country with Turkish layout. Besides it's both discontinued and not a proper implementation of the Turkish layout. And also unfortunately I find Bloody keyboards a little bit gaudy looking. I liked the minimalist and more formal look of Huntsman more.
So Huntsman was also available in Turkish layout in my country and I bought it.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KebinPls on Thu, 07 March 2019, 16:24:28
So, after having:


I fell in love with the HHKB layout and decided to buy an actual HHKB for work!

Did not expect to fall in love with Topre the way I did. Sold the Tina and now the HHKB comes to work and back home with me. I type on it, game on it, everything. It is an absolute joy to use.

(https://i.imgur.com/5saHUg3.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 29 March 2019, 11:40:54
LZ GH V2

(https://i.imgur.com/NkB0sxS.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: losing_ctrl on Fri, 29 March 2019, 15:07:07
Currently rotating between two boards at work, the RealForce R2 55g silenced and a Vortex Race 3 (MX Browns).

[attachimg=1]

[attachimg=2]

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Fri, 29 March 2019, 15:11:26
LZ GH V2

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/NkB0sxS.jpg)

That looks great :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rajendra82 on Sat, 30 March 2019, 15:41:11
Bought my first mechanical keyboard (Hexgears Impulse) last week, and fell in love. Bought that one with Kailh Box Brown switches, and definitely plan to keep it. It did immediately arouse a desire for something clicky, but knowing what the wife's reaction would be, decided to go down a cheap route. Found a seller on facebook marketplace with an unused Rosewill RK-9300 with Cherry MX Blue switches, who sold it to me for $20! One day I might open this to replace the switches with Kailh Box Pinks or something like that, but I am all set for now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 31 March 2019, 01:52:50
LZ GH V2

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/NkB0sxS.jpg)


Super nice.  I really have to quit being a lazy ass and build mine.

It's the switch lubing that keeps making me put it off  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Mon, 01 April 2019, 12:57:04
Norbanaut and iGK61 Nautilus:

[attachimg=1]

[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ppCircle on Mon, 01 April 2019, 13:01:58

For now Chicony kb5161A with Alps Blue and Corsair k95 Platinum with Cherry mx Speed.


(https://i.imgur.com/GaYv9UP.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sublyme on Tue, 02 April 2019, 09:55:29
LZ GH v2 - gat blacks
M65-A - tealios
RF87u- bke heavies
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Wed, 03 April 2019, 03:00:06
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/364402716354543617/562533939365806080/IMG_20190402_090824.jpg)
Current Setup at work, LZ-RV + elecom Huge.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: frydaja on Thu, 04 April 2019, 16:40:17
CM Storm Quickfire TK Stealth. Found it used for ~25 dollars. The layout is great, and I think it's kind of cute.
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Original braided cable was included
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Mon, 08 April 2019, 01:16:44
Using the X60 on one PC, and KMAC2 on the another atm.  About time for another rotation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lightsout714 on Mon, 08 April 2019, 11:52:41
LZ GH V2

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/NkB0sxS.jpg)


Really like that board. I am a sucker for classic Cherry/GMK caps.

I am currently using a tada68 with gateron browns and the stock PBT caps which I love the feel of. Just ordered a TOFU case which will be my first high quality case. Pretty stoked.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 08 April 2019, 22:55:43
you know the one ^^
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Mon, 15 April 2019, 19:05:50
Just swipped my OCN Edition DK 9008 G2 Pro back from my mother-in-law, who has become hooked on this board.  So I slipped her one of my other boards w/ a different switch type so i can find out which switch she prefers as I plan to surprise her with her own for Mother's Day or her Bday (plus there's no way she's getting this board w/ my Miami Night SA caps too lol)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fanpeople on Tue, 16 April 2019, 03:23:05
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Peripheral Prophet on Tue, 16 April 2019, 08:36:44
 Custom built Dolch Pac retrofit, 67g lubed Tealios v2 with krytox 205 and 206 on the spring seats..Teal aluminum backplate..  Thock thock..

(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/562340766958092377/567702492624715849/image0.jpg?width=959&height=647)

(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/562337848494260224/562622674136727562/image0.jpg?width=861&height=646)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Tue, 16 April 2019, 09:00:13
(https://i.imgur.com/GaB1VG4.jpg)

Out of the office for work, so I took out the B.Face for a light travel keyboard.
(bottom one)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doluded on Tue, 16 April 2019, 11:58:07
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/GaB1VG4.jpg)


Out of the office for work, so I took out the B.Face for a light travel keyboard.
(bottom one)
Najs Ogre
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: enrique.aliaga on Tue, 16 April 2019, 14:23:07
Klippe+ with GMK “True Olivetti”

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190416/626ab9034652d8c94b01658ac56fbf34.jpg)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 16 April 2019, 21:55:26
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One finger typist?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TeacherGeek on Tue, 16 April 2019, 23:11:29
Crappy Cooler Master membrane keyboard, but am waiting on Hexgears GK705 with Kailh Box whites. Have also ordered some keycaps as well, so should be a fun experience with my first mechanical keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fanpeople on Wed, 17 April 2019, 06:03:40
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One finger typist?

I just go in off topic and mash the keyboard with my fingerfist.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 17 April 2019, 21:54:47
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One finger typist?

I just go in off topic and mash the keyboard with my fingerfist.

And there was me thinking it was the wine making you do that :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fanpeople on Thu, 18 April 2019, 05:46:34
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One finger typist?

I just go in off topic and mash the keyboard with my fingerfist.

And there was me thinking it was the wine making you do that :p

Monkey blood lubricates the primary **** posting cortex.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: maaaaatt on Thu, 18 April 2019, 21:18:17
I spent an absolutely obscene amount of money a month ago on a new old stock AEK with orange alps. This keyboard has ruined me - I've stopped rotating keyboards at home, my great condition AEKII with salmons at work leaves me dissatisfied, and even my client-site keyboard which has the lovely new retooled MX browns doesn't hold my interest.

No regrets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dwasifar on Fri, 19 April 2019, 22:15:36
What keyboard am I using now?  Well, right this minute I'm using the built-in keyboard of a scrounged Dell Latitude laptop.  But you didn't come here to read that.

I have two restored Model M boards.  One was for the office, and one was for home.  But since my work went to the dreaded open office plan, I can no longer get away with the clacky-clack of the M, so I had to take it home, and I bought a Cherry G80-3000 board with Blues to replace it.  Put a set of white PBT caps on it so I'd have the F and J bumps.

After using it a while I realized it was costing me too much desk space in my tiny little open office carrel, so I ordered a smaller form factor metal-base mechanical board from Aliexpress, with knockoff Blues and funky backlight effects that I disabled immediately. 

The knockoff blue switches are not really bad, lighter than real Cherry, but reasonably okay for the price.  But I just miss the Model M every time I use either of these.  I'm faster and more accurate on the M.  You might say it's not a fair comparison to match up the very lowest-end blue switch boards against the IBM, and you'd be right, but I work from home as much as I can now, and I'm not going to drop big coin for a higher-end board to leave at the office.

I wish there was a modern mechanical switch with buckling spring feel.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Fri, 19 April 2019, 22:23:17


I wish there was a modern mechanical switch with buckling spring feel.

The input club Silo Beam switch looks like it might be just that. Time will tell.

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=100311.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vegs on Sat, 20 April 2019, 07:14:53
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delet this
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epzy on Sat, 20 April 2019, 07:25:58
spilled some sticky **** on my hhkb, so I'm using a fc600m mx blue that I got about a week ago. It's pretty nice actually
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fanpeople on Sat, 20 April 2019, 18:27:51
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delet this

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HPE1000 on Sat, 20 April 2019, 18:31:54
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delet this

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do it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fanpeople on Sat, 20 April 2019, 19:47:07
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delet this

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do it

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 21 April 2019, 00:12:59
spilled some sticky **** on my hhkb, so I'm using a fc600m mx blue that I got about a week ago. It's pretty nice actually

I got a FC660M PD for my beater board.  I want to swap the switches to ergo clears or vintage blacks, but it is pretty nice stock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lyd on Sun, 21 April 2019, 02:59:39
Got this in the mail a few days ago, put some caps I had laying around on it, but I'm planning to do a switch swap once I get my new de-soldering gun.

Filco Minila Air
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WheresTheSNES on Mon, 22 April 2019, 13:15:03
ZSLANE - What case is that you have on the iGK61?  Is that from iGK61 folks or did you mod it with a standard 60% case? 
Looking to swap out the plastic case on mine.  Dealing with practicalities.  Thanks. 

Norbanaut and iGK61 Nautilus:

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abram on Mon, 22 April 2019, 14:15:30
At home right now I'm primarily using my Apple M0116 or my AEK II depending on how many keys I need to use.

At work I'm now using my HHKB though sometimes I rotate it out with my Vortex Race 3.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: canebarbone on Tue, 23 April 2019, 09:39:44
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Filco Majestouch 2 with Kobo liquid wood frame and Tai-Hao Sunshine (waiting for SA Vilebloom to ship)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RehnMan on Tue, 23 April 2019, 13:25:14
[attachimg=1]

Planck rev6 EOTW (Until B-stock case comes in) with MDA Big Bang
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: networkdrift on Thu, 02 May 2019, 13:25:01
A rebranded Unitek K-258 with click-modded Orange ALPS. Phenonmal board but some of the stock keycaps went missing so it doesn't look the best.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Thu, 02 May 2019, 16:52:05
FC660M w/MX blacks.  Great feel for a stock board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Thu, 02 May 2019, 18:57:54
Realforce 87U Variable Weight.

It's really growing on me again. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lightsout714 on Thu, 02 May 2019, 19:13:37
CM Masterkeys fill size with browns. Not a fan of the tall OEM profile these have. I seem to do a lot of typos because the keys feel too close.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nelamvr6 on Sat, 04 May 2019, 16:16:51
Right now this is my new daily driver:

(https://i.imgur.com/gAtvx4G.jpg)

IBM Model F AT
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Doluded on Sat, 04 May 2019, 17:02:56
Right now this is my new daily driver:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/gAtvx4G.jpg)


IBM Model F AT
I can’t decide which one I like more, FATs or SSKs. Nice dood!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nelamvr6 on Sat, 04 May 2019, 17:24:17
Right now this is my new daily driver:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/gAtvx4G.jpg)


IBM Model F AT
I can’t decide which one I like more, FATs or SSKs. Nice dood!

Thanks! It's taking a little bit to get used to the small backspace key, and the lack of homing bumps, but really this layout isn't bad at all! And the switches are so awesome! I may have reached endgame...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 04 May 2019, 20:37:27

I may have reached endgame...

Do the ANSI mod and add Alts.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nelamvr6 on Sat, 04 May 2019, 20:42:06

I may have reached endgame...

Do the ANSI mod and add Alts.

That doesn't interest me at all. I want to keep it as stock as possible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Fri, 17 May 2019, 15:28:15
(https://i.imgur.com/nUtpE8w.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: enrique.aliaga on Fri, 17 May 2019, 15:50:26
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Wow, gorgeous! What keyboard is that?!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 17 May 2019, 17:03:15
this crusty relic
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: qlavier on Fri, 17 May 2019, 17:12:49
This one is my main driver~

XDA Oblique - Custom build acrylic board with a shiny brass plate named the "quasi" - Holy Red pandas - a ton of love
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sat, 18 May 2019, 02:46:23
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/nUtpE8w.jpg)


Wow, gorgeous! What keyboard is that?!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks! It’s a LZ GH V2 with ePBT Slate and accents from 9009.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Konrado on Sun, 19 May 2019, 07:51:59
a space cadet with some engineering to use it as usb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sun, 19 May 2019, 07:56:44
Back to using my Singa.  :)

(https://i.imgur.com/MxXkUj7.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/bEo2RDA.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mapple on Mon, 20 May 2019, 00:33:28
massdrop ctrl blue cherry + dsa pbt set - killed essentially backlit but who cares ! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 01 June 2019, 11:24:16
Realforce 87U 55 gram black with the black caps swapped to blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LazyDog on Sun, 02 June 2019, 11:28:06
I love my Planck with Gateron clears and GMK Laser. Next to that I have half a Viterbi with Gateron yellows and orange SP G20 blanks that I use for gaming and as a numpad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 14 June 2019, 04:30:16
Ducky Shine Yellow Edition TKL MX black with Filco yellow keycaps.

I also have a Western Digital 2TB portable HDD in yellow, if that's any help.

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It took me ages to get the Filco keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Fri, 14 June 2019, 05:12:13
Ducky Shine Yellow Edition TKL MX black with Filco yellow keycaps.

I also have a Western Digital 2TB portable HDD in yellow, if that's any help.

(Attachment Link)

It took me ages to get the Filco keycaps.

dang, you weren't joking about the color yellow
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: audiosl4ve on Fri, 14 June 2019, 05:25:45
just Cypher  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 14 June 2019, 06:17:49
Logitech Slim Folio Membrane Keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Krelbit on Sun, 16 June 2019, 20:47:45

This monstrosity
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Sun, 16 June 2019, 20:54:08

This monstrosity

y tho
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Krelbit on Sun, 16 June 2019, 20:55:25

This monstrosity

y tho

it seemed like a good idea at the time

it ended up being a great idea
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 17 June 2019, 08:52:42
Sadly, membrane slim folio again  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nelamvr6 on Mon, 17 June 2019, 15:54:47
I'm using my new daily driver, my NOS IBM Model F XT

(https://i.imgur.com/o1099LL.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/rlCAejF.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iaji on Fri, 28 June 2019, 01:10:11
At home, I use atreus. At work I use dactyl.
The second dactyl will be built soon.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190628/b7eff984f1a980cbc9736e9fb7e54123.jpg)

Verstuurd vanaf mijn CPH1803 met Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whinmeister on Sat, 29 June 2019, 00:19:20
Leopold FC660C at home and FC980C at work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Acereconkeys on Sat, 29 June 2019, 00:43:01
Really falling in love with this Realforce 87u 55g. It's just so nice to type on. That for home + TMO50 for work has been my go to for months now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Thu, 01 August 2019, 21:40:26
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Planck rev6 EOTW (Until B-stock case comes in) with MDA Big Bang

Beautiful, MDA series is all good
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CarneSoup on Mon, 05 August 2019, 10:51:43
I use the Corsair K70 RGB with cherry blues and a Gigabyte gk-force k83 with cherry reds
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 05 August 2019, 21:22:13
Touchscreen!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Tue, 06 August 2019, 06:26:34
A highly customized Realforce RGB. One of a kind Anodized Titanium case, Paracord, GMK caps from 3 sets, Backplate painted black mirror, Lubed with Graphite and PTFE plus silencers(O-rings). It now Thwacks like a Topre should. Sorry no pics. Say it didn't happen, up to you. Currently and probably ever I will have interest in anything else. Especially considering the amount of money I put into this. So then the controller dies. I ended up fixing it but not after I ordered a non returnable R2. In case anyone does not know R2 is he same board, different distributer $100 more. Although now the original is selling for $100 more than the R2, go figure! It does not matter to me, I am gutting the thing anyways, I like the way the light shines underneath the GMK caps onto the black mirrored backplate. It is pretty dim compared to stock. I prefer it that way. The case is anodized Black as well. Plus I have a custom wrist rest I had CNC'd that I have seen the likes of nowhere else. I can "rock" my wrists on it but generally I do not contact it. Combined with a modified Logitech MX Ergo for my pointer. It is modified to 26,000DPI since it is across 3x32" 4K displays. Believe it or not. Up to you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CarneSoup on Wed, 07 August 2019, 14:29:20
I'm using a Gigabyte G-Force K83 with cherry reds in it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: invariance on Wed, 07 August 2019, 15:06:32
Wyse 85, stock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 08 August 2019, 16:23:02
I am using a Chicony KB 5161PF with Alps SKCM white.
It is my first Alps board, and I absolutely love it. For the past 4 hours I've just been typing with it... I can't stop! The sound is too good!!!!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Thu, 08 August 2019, 17:28:08
OG Magic 68 stock.  Sturdy like shed.

edit - two months shy of two years or ~6K hours.  Learned some bash scripting, StringIO, and life organization with this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Thu, 08 August 2019, 20:17:42
My daily driver for now. Missed my simple KBDfans 60% builds.
(https://i.imgur.com/caJb8mf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thearctican on Fri, 04 October 2019, 14:52:41
Been really favoring my LZ-GH. POM half-plate, Gateron Yellow switches with Kailh Cream stems lubed with GPL205g0. Foam insert around switches in the open half-plate to dampen sound a bit.
GMK White on Black, Striker, and R02 escape.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: demik on Fri, 04 October 2019, 18:29:05
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(https://i.imgur.com/UE2zIsN.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 11 October 2019, 11:26:44
HP KU 0316 with rubber domes
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Fri, 11 October 2019, 21:13:21
(https://massdrop-s3.imgix.net/img_comment/1570846280010.315937432936730738406962-MelGeekmojo60mechanicalkeyboardcasewhitegranite.jpg?auto=format&fm=jpg&fit=max&w=796&h=425&dpr=1&q=70)

MelGeek Mojo60 Cerakote white Case with Granite :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jknight on Sat, 12 October 2019, 05:39:23
This is a HHKB with an Apple Magic Trackpad 2 built into a "case".

The trackpad is black via a Apple Magic Trackpad Gen 2 Skin from DecalGirl http://tiny.cc/isoeez (http://tiny.cc/isoeez)

All the usb cords are packed in with a small USB port inside, so it's 1 USB plug for the HHKB & trackpad.
The trackpad battery never dies and HHKB USB port doesn't get destroyed from all the plugging & unplugging.

Obviously, I don't need to look at the keyboard while typing, so being able to put this on my lap and type & use the trackpad is an ergonomic dream come true.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Sat, 12 October 2019, 18:42:16
This is a HHKB with an Apple Magic Trackpad 2 built into a "case".

The trackpad is black via a Apple Magic Trackpad Gen 2 Skin from DecalGirl http://tiny.cc/isoeez (http://tiny.cc/isoeez)

All the usb cords are packed in with a small USB port inside, so it's 1 USB plug for the HHKB & trackpad.
The trackpad battery never dies and HHKB USB port doesn't get destroyed from all the plugging & unplugging.

Obviously, I don't need to look at the keyboard while typing, so being able to put this on my lap and type & use the trackpad is an ergonomic dream come true.

Interesting setup. I love typing with my keyboard on my lap/knees.

Only thing I'm curious of is the trackpad position. I always considered the central position to be ideal only due to space (width) and to accommodate both left and right-handed users. But I'd figure it preferable to have the trackpad next to the keyboard for ergonomics and maintaining a healthy wrist angle.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Asterith on Sun, 13 October 2019, 16:23:54
I'm using a Varmilo VA88M CMYK with Cherry MX Greens. Love the clacks, but looking for something a bit quieter for my next board!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mizzoperator on Mon, 14 October 2019, 08:17:09
The keyboard I am currently using is the Dell SK-8125.
This is the keyboard I use at school and other such vehicles since they had it just laying around.
It's a rubber dome and despite some mild stiffness, it's actually decently tactile with a nice typing feel.
Shame that it isn't an ISO layout, though. I love ISO.
(https://i.ibb.co/qB1yXZ2/Dell-SK-8125-USB-Enhanced-Multimedia-Keyboard.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: azhdar on Mon, 14 October 2019, 09:36:48
(https://i.imgur.com/UJ83MCu.jpg)

LZ-RV everyday @ WORK
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Tue, 15 October 2019, 16:34:54
Slim folio with rubber domes
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PointyFox on Wed, 23 October 2019, 20:49:29
FIFY

(https://i.imgur.com/gKswLyo.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flurryvelvet on Wed, 30 October 2019, 08:06:34
A Logitech K100 with rubber domes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: glazed. on Fri, 08 November 2019, 12:45:50
Just finished my Tofu 65 build.

Gray Alu case with stock brass weight
Brass plate
Healios (lubed Krytox 205g0)
OG Cherry stabs (clipped and lubed Dielectric/Teflon)
Keycaps: TBD. Hoping to find a set of enjoyPBT black/black for cheap. I'm trying to match my Fugu that's black/gray.

I also have a Planck I'm trying to find a use for. I need new keycaps for that. I also am looking for a cheap gaming board to just use for games. Something like an old Poker with linears.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Sun, 10 November 2019, 22:14:59
New-to-me. Mech27 and Greetech linear (spring swap and 205g0). Will post photos once I get it dressed up.

Wasn't always the biggest fan of linear switches but holeee hell. Maybe it's because I'm coming off a few months of only using BKE heavies, but there's something very satisfying about both the feel and sound of this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 11 November 2019, 07:09:17
Slim folio with rubber domes/membrane switches.

I thought it was mechanical for a while however i been using it for so long. Don't get me wrong, it feels awful but it does the job until i can find a bluetooth mechanical keyboard for my Ipad.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Mon, 11 November 2019, 12:11:56
[attachimg=1]

Trying to get used to this thing at the moment.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 11 November 2019, 12:13:58
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Trying to get used to this thing at the moment.

Wow, that sure looks comfy and nice for work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Mon, 11 November 2019, 12:14:25
FIFY

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/gKswLyo.png)


GB when?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 11 November 2019, 12:32:06
A Logitech K100 with rubber domes.

Relatable 🙂
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 11 November 2019, 12:32:45
This is a HHKB with an Apple Magic Trackpad 2 built into a "case".

The trackpad is black via a Apple Magic Trackpad Gen 2 Skin from DecalGirl http://tiny.cc/isoeez (http://tiny.cc/isoeez)

All the usb cords are packed in with a small USB port inside, so it's 1 USB plug for the HHKB & trackpad.
The trackpad battery never dies and HHKB USB port doesn't get destroyed from all the plugging & unplugging.

Obviously, I don't need to look at the keyboard while typing, so being able to put this on my lap and type & use the trackpad is an ergonomic dream come true.

Interesting setup. I love typing with my keyboard on my lap/knees.

Only thing I'm curious of is the trackpad position. I always considered the central position to be ideal only due to space (width) and to accommodate both left and right-handed users. But I'd figure it preferable to have the trackpad next to the keyboard for ergonomics and maintaining a healthy wrist angle.

Nah put it on the left
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: egstad on Mon, 11 November 2019, 13:12:08
My daily driver is an OLKB Preonic rev3. I use it at both work and home.

While the ortho-linear form-factor took me a few months to get used to, I've grown to really like it. It required some discipline to develop the proper muscle the memory, but I can now comfortably switch between staggered and ortho-linear layouts with ease.

Key Caps

Switches

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yaus on Mon, 11 November 2019, 22:52:27
Hello, i guess this makes my first post on GH

I alternate between these three boards I own, some specs:
Top:
Middle:
Bottom:
(https://i.redd.it/ny9n3jbjdix31.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Tue, 12 November 2019, 11:44:01
Hello, i guess this makes my first post on GH

I alternate between these three boards I own, some specs:
Top:
  • Ortholinear 50% Alps board I designed, it's open source (https://github.com/jacekplonowski/ortho_50_alps)
  • Handwired, stainless plate, printed ABS sandwich-mount case
  • Alps Cream Dampened switches
  • Apple AEK-II keycaps
Middle:
  • Columnar stagger 40% board I designed, it's also open source (https://github.com/jacekplonowski/arch_40)
  • Handwired, aluminum plate, stacked acrylic case, LED underglow
  • Kailh Box Navy switches
  • AliExpress dyesub PBT keycaps
Bottom:
  • YMDK40 Case, PCB, Plate
  • Kailh Box Burnt Orange switches
  • SP SA Lime keycaps
Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/ny9n3jbjdix31.jpg)


Looks very similar to the Little Foot that i saw on MK. Cute little keyboard doe.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Tue, 12 November 2019, 11:44:45
Logitech Slim Folio case with rubber domes. Not really a good feel since i bottom out so much.

Tell me, what does a switch feel like where you're not allowed to bottom out? I have never typed on a switch that does not allow you to bottom out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yaus on Tue, 12 November 2019, 12:16:45
Kailh China Style Ancient Grays  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Straw on Tue, 12 November 2019, 15:16:30
Using my new Vortex Core.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marchioness on Tue, 12 November 2019, 22:24:50
My Realforce R2 45g arrived today...
at least, that's what I thought!

I ordered a used one from a seller on Amazon Japan, and it turns out they sent me a Realforce 108UBK (variable).
I don't plan on returning it though, since it's in good condition and didn't pay as much. It's my first Topre board, so I'm excited to finally use one after wanting one for so long.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Wed, 13 November 2019, 12:12:04
HP KU 0316 with rubber domes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arydi on Wed, 13 November 2019, 12:31:12
In my office I use a KBD67 hot swap 67g Zilents with the really pretty Rama Works caps that just arrived.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arydi on Wed, 13 November 2019, 13:27:41
In my clinic I lug around this Tofu 60% 78g Zilents with Matt3o MT3 /dev/tty caps that replaced a set of Maxkeys.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Thu, 14 November 2019, 06:47:34
Logitech Slim Folio with rubber domes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Tue, 19 November 2019, 00:36:44
This is my current daily driver. The guts are from a Filco Majestouch 2 TKL with Cherry MX Black switches that I got at Amazon. I also use a Pegasus Hoof controller in it for maximum customizability. The case is anodized aluminum from NPKC that I got on Amazon also. The keycaps are Matt3o /dev/tty that I got at massdrop.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cultofjosh on Tue, 19 November 2019, 04:29:43
I'm too lazy to take current pics, but I'm using this:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47067.msg1406250#msg1406250
Except I have the vortex white pbt keycaps on it now. MX brown

I also have a Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro S RGB (MX brown TKL and I just set the all the keys to have white light)

I have a metallic pink Filco Majestouch 2 TKL that was meant for a project for a friend but I'm short keyboards. MX black (hate them)

I have a V1 TKL Code Keyboard but I broke the USB jack off and have yet to solder a new connector on. (MX clears, my favorite)

I'm actually short keyboards (I have like 10 machines at home, though 4 are servers.) Meanwhile 4 un-assembled keyboards are under my bed :)

I own keycap sets I like but I need some more keyboards to put them on...I need to buy a GMK set too, I don't have a single set of those...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 4sStylZ on Tue, 19 November 2019, 06:06:28
(https://i.imgur.com/Wwfhroy.jpg)

My Wooden XD75 with a cable achieved some days ago.

(https://i.imgur.com/6apusaS.jpg)

Cherry Blue Jailhoused / lubed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Tue, 19 November 2019, 06:58:58
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Wwfhroy.jpg)


My Wooden XD75 with a cable achieved some days ago.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/6apusaS.jpg)


Looks like a better version of the Z-board.

The keyboard§ that i am using right now is a slim folio which has broken on me.

That's why it's typing rand§om symbols along with the 2`, its rubber d§ome by the way
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 4sStylZ on Tue, 19 November 2019, 08:01:03

Looks like a better version of the Z-board.


The SteelSeries one ? o_o
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hauleth on Tue, 19 November 2019, 09:33:25
(https://i.imgur.com/K0jjYtX.jpg)

Planc rev6 EOTW + Outemu Sky + SA Pulse Rams
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Tue, 19 November 2019, 11:42:36
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/K0jjYtX.jpg)


Planc rev6 EOTW + Outemu Sky + SA Pulse Rams

Looks really nice, especially for work.


Looks like a better version of the Z-board.


The SteelSeries one ? o_o

 :thumb:

Currently using a HP-KU 0316 with rubber domes.

Mod Edit: Combined multiple posts into one - please use Multi Quote!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Tue, 19 November 2019, 21:48:51
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0078/2863/5712/products/MelGeek-MDA-Nihon-keycaps-set-mojo60_1024x1024@2x.jpg?v=1574049531)

Finally i got my own egg blue and nihon  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Wed, 20 November 2019, 11:17:24
Show Image
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0078/2863/5712/products/MelGeek-MDA-Nihon-keycaps-set-mojo60_1024x1024@2x.jpg?v=1574049531)


Finally i got my own egg blue and nihon  :cool:

Looks so good. The case looks smooth as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Sun, 24 November 2019, 15:26:35
I sent the customized Filco TKL to work and am using this one at home now:

- GH60 Rev.C PCB from techkeys.us
- Kailh Box black switches lubed from NovelKeys
- iQunix Lambo case with aluminum plate
- GMK Space Cadet keycaps

[attachimg=1]

I build this a couple of weekends ago and just got to using it now ... Feels really smooth to the touch when typing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 25 November 2019, 11:45:02
1up keyboards has some kits.

https://www.1upkeyboards.com/product-category/keyboard-kits/diy-87up-keyboard-kits/

This piece of sh#t right here(sorry for swearing, just mad):

(https://www.logitech.com/assets/65473/rugged-combo2.png)

It is a membrane keyboard with little to no tactility. I have been having a lot of issues with the case and keyboard itself.

The case was assembled improperly so it is near impossible to lock and adjust the volume buttons. No pairing is needed with it and that's the first issue. Sometimes, the ipad doesn't even recognize it and then it stops working. There is no linear, tactile or clicky feel and it feels like i'm typing on a piece of wet rubber. Silent AF.

It's also one of those peanut butter proof keyboards so it can tackle anything, and sometimes the stand falls down.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 29 November 2019, 07:45:57
Corsair k63 with red switches i'm starting to become sick of, but it'll do until i'm 17.

Parents say "oh --- you already have a keyboard with mx red." Is there a way to modify the springs raising the actuation point to 55G?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rjohn on Fri, 29 November 2019, 08:52:59
WASD VP3 ISO 62 keys
cherry black switch with 0.2mm o-ring
Tai-Hao rubber key caps
hotkeysproject skull-face esc key
DIY cable with aviation connector

(https://i.postimg.cc/x8HBzbGf/wasd.png)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 29 November 2019, 17:19:07
WASD VP3 ISO 62 keys
Tai-Hao rubber key caps
hotkeysproject skull-face esc key
DIY cable with aviation connector

Show Image
(https://i.postimg.cc/x8HBzbGf/wasd.png)


That looks sick!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rjohn on Sat, 30 November 2019, 05:20:09
its my first mechanical keyboard, i was worried about the switch option but i really like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Sun, 01 December 2019, 13:57:00
its my first mechanical keyboard, i was worried about the switch option but i really like it.

I mean i'm fine with my Mx reds as it is.

Apparantly the keyboard i was using right now was engineered to be silent and low key travel that way it creates no distractions. The feel is the only thing distracting, BUT NOT ANYMORE! I type so loud that everybody can hear me in the room.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MadBinton on Sun, 01 December 2019, 19:26:41
A Race 3 non RGB, stock DSA caps, Zealios V2 62g (non-lubed) with my handmade hardwood rest.

Probably going to do another iteration of the rest...

Tomorrow I'll be on my TEX Beetle all day again, with MX Reds. Board has been great to me for 7 years now. Going to swap the switches for MX Silents + 3203. But wow these Silent Reds have a lot of variation, probably in the spring... Going to test and sort these before soldering them in...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Thu, 05 December 2019, 20:23:02
Hello, i guess this makes my first post on GH

I alternate between these three boards I own, some specs:
Top:
  • Ortholinear 50% Alps board I designed, it's open source (https://github.com/jacekplonowski/ortho_50_alps)
  • Handwired, stainless plate, printed ABS sandwich-mount case
  • Alps Cream Dampened switches
  • Apple AEK-II keycaps
Middle:
  • Columnar stagger 40% board I designed, it's also open source (https://github.com/jacekplonowski/arch_40)
  • Handwired, aluminum plate, stacked acrylic case, LED underglow
  • Kailh Box Navy switches
  • AliExpress dyesub PBT keycaps
Bottom:
  • YMDK40 Case, PCB, Plate
  • Kailh Box Burnt Orange switches
  • SP SA Lime keycaps
Show Image
(https://i.redd.it/ny9n3jbjdix31.jpg)

Looks clean .
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 06 December 2019, 08:08:36
A Race 3 non RGB, stock DSA caps, Zealios V2 62g (non-lubed) with my handmade hardwood rest.

Probably going to do another iteration of the rest...

Tomorrow I'll be on my TEX Beetle all day again, with MX Reds. Board has been great to me for 7 years now. Going to swap the switches for MX Silents + 3203. But wow these Silent Reds have a lot of variation, probably in the spring... Going to test and sort these before soldering them in...

:I
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Sat, 07 December 2019, 13:37:44
I've gotten so bogged down in the last few months with all this stuff that I have going on, businesses, and so much more, but I've never given up my love for mechanical keyboards.

Right now, I'm typing on the Wooting One with Flaretech linear switches. Very excellent board once I replaced the stock keycaps with white PBT ones from HyperX. It was like a whole sea of RGB right on my bed, but I like how I can turn all those effects off throughout the day and still have a nice looking keyboard to type on. I like the keyboard so much I had considered buying a spare, possibly trying out the clicky version too.

(https://i.imgur.com/dPdHZ9a.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IPJ8BJu.jpg)

It's honestly the only new keyboard I've bought for myself in months and it was worth every penny. Super smooth and addicting to type on, and so much so much, most of my other boards are in the closet right now. I was still alternating back and forth from my variable weight Topre board, my heavier 55g Topre board, and even my linear Gateron red board from time to time.

Finally also found a way to get rid of a lot of the pain I was having on my left hand with how badly the intrinsic muscles there were hurting (most likely an injury to the palmar interossei muscles). All I needed was some moist heat and contrast baths, and I'm feeling so much better now and can type a lot more again without pain. I still do my stretches and massages to keep those fingers in good shape, so I can still make money in the long run. Thankfully, no serious injuries were found on some MRIs and X-Rays i had earlier in the year.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OldIsNew on Sat, 07 December 2019, 15:02:12
DTK SPK-101 from 1990 with pine white Alps. It's my first white Alps board. Cleaned up very nicely and like it quite a lot!


[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Tue, 10 December 2019, 01:18:09
Majestouch 1 blue TKL.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bananasplit_00 on Tue, 10 December 2019, 01:19:52
I am finally back to using my Budget96 with its cheapo china caps and gat silent browns ;D Love this thing so much, its much improved after its deep clean!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rich Carpenter on Tue, 10 December 2019, 02:14:25
Home: Leopold 750R
Work: My custom mechkey


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Robosculpts on Tue, 10 December 2019, 15:18:02
Preonic. Was using my first mechanical keyboard, KBD75, and got a Preonic because really I just thought it looked cool with the Red Samurai caps. But holy hell is this thing rad. Haven't touched my KBD75 since I put the preonic together and I'm not looking back. Ortho for life. Next is a Boardwalk, a Boardrun.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abhixec on Wed, 11 December 2019, 00:09:20
Mini niu and gh 60 satan

Sent from my SM-G975U1 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 11 December 2019, 04:00:51
Keycult no. 1, poly half plate with 63.5g clears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Wed, 11 December 2019, 07:09:37
Logitech Rugged Education combo with membrane B)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funderburker on Wed, 11 December 2019, 08:04:14
Logitech Rugged Education combo with membrane B)

Dude, please get a mechanical board. Or don't write every keyboard you use in your classes... It's getting a bit annoying.  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Wed, 11 December 2019, 12:30:53
(At work) AoPo 108 with Box Browns and SA Dasher caps:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard You Using?
Post by: switchnollie on Wed, 11 December 2019, 13:56:34
Hello, i guess this makes my first post on GH

I alternate between these three boards I own, some specs:
Top:
  • Ortholinear 50% Alps board I designed, it's open source (https://github.com/jacekplonowski/ortho_50_alps)
  • Handwired, stainless plate, printed ABS sandwich-mount case
  • Alps Cream Dampened switches
  • Apple AEK-II keycaps
Middle:
  • Columnar stagger 40% board I designed, it's also open source (https://github.com/jacekplonowski/arch_40)
  • Handwired, aluminum plate, stacked acrylic case, LED underglow
  • Kailh Box Navy switches
  • AliExpress dyesub PBT keycaps
Bottom:
  • YMDK40 Case, PCB, Plate
  • Kailh Box Burnt Orange switches
  • SP SA Lime keycaps
Show Image
(https://raster-static.postmates.com/?url=com.postmates.img.prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cdcf873e-fb6a-4fd8-bfb7-6c6c4842a8d7/orig.jpg&quality=90&w=1500&h=900&mode=crop&format=jpg&v=4)

Looks clean .

Damn looks real good, kinda want one 😎
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 12 December 2019, 11:11:25
Macbook air keyboard :P :P :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Fri, 13 December 2019, 00:15:57
Modecom Volcano Blade (https://modecom.com/en/volcano-blade/) — blue slim Kailhs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Fri, 13 December 2019, 02:24:45
For a first time I'm typing on Realforce R2.
I bought it lately and using it for a first time - R2 TKL 55g.
...and I gotta say - Sweet mother of all that is pure (or something like that ;)) R2 is AMAZING !!!
R2 feels a LOT different/better than R1! I thought I won't feel the difference, that it would be the same, but jeeeeeeeez...

(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33130.0;attach=231814;image)

Not only it looks amazing, but it feels so nice.
Its not the silenced version, its regular, but I bet they lubed all the stabs, as mods and space bar makes so nice sound and no rattle.
Oh man, this thock thock... Seriously, I think I just felt a teeny-tiny orgasm.... :eek:
Yes, I'm a topre lover ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: getmekd on Fri, 13 December 2019, 05:33:55
(At work) AoPo 108 with Box Browns and SA Dasher caps:

(Attachment Link)

Did you have any qc issues that people are reporting about that keyboard?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 13 December 2019, 11:18:30
Logitech Rugged Education combo with membrane B)

Dude, please get a mechanical board. Or don't write every keyboard you use in your classes... It's getting a bit annoying.  :p

Do you know how i'm supposed to pair my Corsair K63 wireless along with the reciever for my ipad? I might have to get an adapter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Fri, 13 December 2019, 12:02:16
For a first time I'm typing on Realforce R2.
I bought it lately and using it for a first time - R2 TKL 55g.
...and I gotta say - Sweet mother of all that is pure (or something like that ;)) R2 is AMAZING !!!
R2 feels a LOT different/better than R1! I thought I won't feel the difference, that it would be the same, but jeeeeeeeez...

Show Image
(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33130.0;attach=231814;image)


Not only it looks amazing, but it feels so nice.
Its not the silenced version, its regular, but I bet they lubed all the stabs, as mods and space bar makes so nice sound and no rattle.
Oh man, this thock thock... Seriously, I think I just felt a teeny-tiny orgasm.... :eek:
Yes, I'm a topre lover ;D
For a first time I'm typing on Realforce R2.
I bought it lately and using it for a first time - R2 TKL 55g.
...and I gotta say - Sweet mother of all that is pure (or something like that ;)) R2 is AMAZING !!!
R2 feels a LOT different/better than R1! I thought I won't feel the difference, that it would be the same, but jeeeeeeeez...

Show Image
(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33130.0;attach=231814;image)


Not only it looks amazing, but it feels so nice.
Its not the silenced version, its regular, but I bet they lubed all the stabs, as mods and space bar makes so nice sound and no rattle.
Oh man, this thock thock... Seriously, I think I just felt a teeny-tiny orgasm.... :eek:
Yes, I'm a topre lover ;D


So tempted now. I still have my R1s and bought them when they were still under $300. Now I'm having second thoughts, and this is on the 55g version. Mine smoothed out overtime, but I'm excited to see that there is a quality difference and it would still be worth a try in the future for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Fri, 13 December 2019, 12:07:37
(At work) AoPo 108 with Box Browns and SA Dasher caps:

(Attachment Link)

Did you have any qc issues that people are reporting about that keyboard?

I haven't had any issues with it so far. It's been my daily driver at work for about a month now. The only thing I did to it programming-wise (using their software) was turn off the RGB LEDs.

Installing the Box Brown switches was easy and drama-less. Trying to install Zilents was another matter. All I can say is that I don't recommend trying to install the kind fo switches that have the long contact pins and two plastic stand-off legs (which, even after you snip them off, make them a poor fit for the PCB).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Sat, 14 December 2019, 05:47:38

(Modecom is a company from Central Europe — either Poland or Slovakia, I don't even know, and their website doesn't seem to provide the information. They've mostly been making power supplies for centuries now, the best of nonames with a name. They've made keyboards too but only lately mechanical ones, along with the full gamut of gaming gear just like anybody else. The Volcano Blade is a low-profile series that's also light — half a kilogram — and looks and feels a bit plasticky, though it's classy without closer inspection. Basically value segment with occasional appeal to either the enthusiast or the budget sector when they come up with something interesting and comfortably priced. This board cost me $25 shipped NIB.)

So, guys, after a day or two of using it, I must say the feel is quite extraordinary.

With blue 'chocs' (low-profile 'slim' Kailhs) it's great for relatively lazy typing, as if you don't go much above 60 wpm, you can have a relatively crispy but fluid experience with few errors and much finger fatigue.

It's not comparable to many things in life except for the feel of a new Cherry MX blue keyboard with a little of the browns feel added.

Subjectively, I feel I get faster results when I just forget about the board and lose myself in the typing.

However, the speed subjectively feels like a limiting factor. Hence browns would be better and reds probably ideal.

Will probably be able to tell more after a couple of weeks, as my fingers are still adjusting — which is an easier process than with e.g. full-sized browns or even full-sized blues.

What I do like is that while you occasionally bottom out on this, it's more forgiving than most other tactile switches in existence.

Typing without bottoming out on this, however, is extra tricky. And so far it's slower than on a tall blue board.

Another plus: while not silent, it's far more bearable than full-sized blues, or full-sized anything, can be. The sound is very similar to the Ornata Chroma from Razer but quieter and less intrusive.

I often use ear plugs at work, and with ear plugs any high-pitched sound from this board is completely insulated, while only a quiet machine-gun sort of feel, typing of blues, remains. The sound of bottoming out repeatedly on something like an arrow key is comparable to a quiet but springy rubber dome.

I wonder why Cherry won't make low-profile blues.

But, the biggest effect this board has had on me so far is the one of making me wonder how it would feel with reds or browns, both of which they also make. However, I'm not really a big fan of Kailh browns, having owned them in full-sized version. Still, I think the problems I didn't like should probably be nonexistent on the 'slim' version — though could be wrong.

Well, I guess I'll have to test.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mizer357 on Sun, 15 December 2019, 07:26:38
(https://i.imgur.com/zOP5Y6t.jpg)

DZ60RGB + 67g Zealios v2 + Grid 600
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Sun, 15 December 2019, 07:51:24
Using a Corsair K63 with MX Reds, and DSA caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Sun, 15 December 2019, 09:45:03
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/zOP5Y6t.jpg)


DZ60RGB + 67g Zealios v2 + Grid 600

Looks deliciously 1990s.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AJM on Sun, 15 December 2019, 11:59:24
Just put my Vortex ViBE I use at work in an Apple M0110A case, like I've done for my home keyboard some time ago.

[attach=1]
[attach=2]
[attach=3]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 16 December 2019, 13:54:39
Just put my Vortex ViBE I use at work in an Apple M0110A case, like I've done for my home keyboard some time ago.

(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

WOW I love the sculpting of those keycaps! Reminds me of the m0110a... oh that's what it's supposed to look like  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ScarletSwordfish on Mon, 16 December 2019, 23:35:04
At work: Microsoft Natural 4000
At home: Apple Extended Keyboard with Griffin iMate at my desk, MacBook Pro's built-in scissor switches everywhere else in the house (which is most of the time)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dennis97519 on Tue, 17 December 2019, 00:36:59
WASD v2 full size with Cherry MX clear

love the keyfeel

planning to build a KBD75-like layout keyboard with Kailh choc and bluetooth low energy, since my laptop uses a similar layout and it makes a lot of sense in the placement of the navigation keys
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 19 December 2019, 12:55:01
At work: Microsoft Natural 4000
At home: Apple Extended Keyboard with Griffin iMate at my desk, MacBook Pro's built-in scissor switches everywhere else in the house (which is most of the time)

Scissor switches :eek:  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 19 December 2019, 13:50:36
Work setup rn.

(https://i.imgur.com/07WL6Ju.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 19 December 2019, 14:11:51
Work setup rn.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/07WL6Ju.jpg)


Very nice! I haven't seen another Tris out in the wild for quite some time. That Fn being the wrong profile would annoy the living hell out of me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Thu, 19 December 2019, 14:24:12
Work setup rn.

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Very nice! I haven't seen another Tris out in the wild for quite some time. That Fn being the wrong profile would annoy the living hell out of me.

I did it on purpose. This way I could feel for the Backspace (Delete) without having to look.
Thinking about it, I wonder if I should've swapped Backspace and Fn. I put the Backspace there because that's where the Realforce 23u has it, but maybe I should've put it at the far right so I could hit it without looking down.

But so far I'm doing fine with it there, so I probably needn't worry. The wrong-profile Fn definitely helps, though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 19 December 2019, 14:38:22
Work setup rn.

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Very nice! I haven't seen another Tris out in the wild for quite some time. That Fn being the wrong profile would annoy the living hell out of me.

I did it on purpose. This way I could feel for the Backspace (Delete) without having to look.
Thinking about it, I wonder if I should've swapped Backspace and Fn. I put the Backspace there because that's where the Realforce 23u has it, but maybe I should've put it at the far right so I could hit it without looking down.

But so far I'm doing fine with it there, so I probably needn't worry. The wrong-profile Fn definitely helps, though.

That makes sense. From left to right, the top row on my Tris is Esc, (, ), and then a toggle Fn to switch to a secondary layer. I love having the macros to make the parenthesis. I still need to need to practice using the Numpad with my left hand. I really enjoy the ability to use the Numpad and my mouse at the same time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: romevi on Fri, 20 December 2019, 18:37:48
Work setup rn.

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Very nice! I haven't seen another Tris out in the wild for quite some time. That Fn being the wrong profile would annoy the living hell out of me.

I did it on purpose. This way I could feel for the Backspace (Delete) without having to look.
Thinking about it, I wonder if I should've swapped Backspace and Fn. I put the Backspace there because that's where the Realforce 23u has it, but maybe I should've put it at the far right so I could hit it without looking down.

But so far I'm doing fine with it there, so I probably needn't worry. The wrong-profile Fn definitely helps, though.

That makes sense. From left to right, the top row on my Tris is Esc, (, ), and then a toggle Fn to switch to a secondary layer. I love having the macros to make the parenthesis. I still need to need to practice using the Numpad with my left hand. I really enjoy the ability to use the Numpad and my mouse at the same time.

It's definitely a learning curve on the left side, but after two days I'm already noticing improvement. I remember learning to use the num pad on the right for the first time years ago and it took almost a week to perfect it, but ever since I just couldn't type numbers any other way. It's so much faster and more efficient to use a num pad.

One thing I may look into is somehow incorporating a space bar, but not sure how. Otherwise, I like the layout as is.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Sat, 21 December 2019, 17:41:53
Cooler Master Devestator II with Rubber Domes.

The only thing this devstates is my hands.. the tactile bump is so strong that it hurts.. D:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aelon on Wed, 25 December 2019, 10:05:31
Merry Christmas Everybody :)

My Razer Huntsman Tournament Edition keyboard finally just arrived now and it seems I will be using this keyboard nowadays :)

It has super smooth Linear optical switches with Doubleshot PBT keycaps.
I am impressed by the build quality of this keyboard and I think it's not as loud as people say... At least I was expecting it to be much more louder.

My only complaint is, since it's a gaming keyboard, it's switches have very high 1mm actuation point therefore I make lots of typos :) I hope I get used to it soon.

Before that, since March 2019,  my previous keyboard was also Razer Huntsman with this time clicky optical switches. It is full size tough. This one is tenkeyless. My very first tenkeyless keyboard since like 20~30 years maybe :)

Oh by the way: I got the US ISO layout one.

(https://i.postimg.cc/J0ypb9pQ/20191225-184434.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Mon, 30 December 2019, 09:06:01
My current setup I use daily and am typing on right now is this F122 and Unicomp M122 on top of each other for different ergonomics throughout a day. It's a ton of keyboard, but the range of different inputs really helps my arms which are almost certainly developing RSI. I plan on going to a doctor about it when my new good insurance kicks in. (American)
[attachimg=1]

But in terms of feel, the F122 is king for me, the M122 is really good, and my poor Ducky Yellow edition is now in the closet until a time that it is needed again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Mon, 30 December 2019, 11:19:14
[attachimg=1]

Kilppe-T case (set up as 4 point mount)
Instant60 Tsangan edition PCB
Brass universal plate
Gateron Yellows lubed with GPL107
C3Equalz screw in stabilizers lubed with GPL205G0
MKultra 4mm case foam
GMK SkIIdata keycaps
Getting drawn over to the light linear life it seems. Finally decided to give some Gat yellows a try in this build & I am falling in love with them lubed with GPL107. Got some Gat blacks & a bunch of packs of TX's springs (50g, 55g, 60g, & 65g) to do some experimenting with so I can sus out what weighting is right for me with linears & eventually rebuild my E6.5 with them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Mon, 30 December 2019, 19:48:46
(https://img.zfrontier.com/post/20191230/Fmy8DjwSi7UEZLkHox_eTYGewuJN?imageView2/2/w/700/q/85)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Mon, 30 December 2019, 19:51:09
(Attachment Link)

Kilppe-T case (set up as 4 point mount)
Instant60 Tsangan edition PCB
Brass universal plate
Gateron Yellows lubed with GPL107
C3Equalz screw in stabilizers lubed with GPL205G0
MKultra 4mm case foam
GMK SkIIdata keycaps
Getting drawn over to the light linear life it seems. Finally decided to give some Gat yellows a try in this build & I am falling in love with them lubed with GPL107. Got some Gat blacks & a bunch of packs of TX's springs (50g, 55g, 60g, & 65g) to do some experimenting with so I can sus out what weighting is right for me with linears & eventually rebuild my E6.5 with them.

I will follow and support your descent into linear life on all platforms. Also SkIIdata is one of those sets I don't really know why I sat out after begging for a rerun from missing the first round.

JTK Charred orange made me really skeptical of orange sets because it came out kinda ugly (IMO). SkIIdata sets always manage to look stunning though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Jaki1122 on Mon, 30 December 2019, 21:34:53
I am using one of the bests keyboards ever... An IBM MODEL F XT!!
I restored this beauty not long ago and now I'm enjoying one of the bests switches ever made
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Mon, 30 December 2019, 23:14:04
I am using one of the bests keyboards ever... An IBM MODEL F XT!!
I restored this beauty not long ago and now I'm enjoying one of the bests switches ever made

Once you do an F it's hard to go back, but I'm very biased.

You look like you've taken excellent care of it, I hope to have an F like yours someday. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rora on Mon, 30 December 2019, 23:30:47
LZ SE MP
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 31 December 2019, 06:50:47
I am using one of the bests keyboards ever... An IBM MODEL F XT!!
I restored this beauty not long ago and now I'm enjoying one of the bests switches ever made

I always think that XT layout rocks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Tue, 31 December 2019, 06:58:22
Just put my Vortex ViBE I use at work in an Apple M0110A case, like I've done for my home keyboard some time ago.

(Attachment Link)
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You should share a typing video. It should sound quite nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Tue, 31 December 2019, 08:59:56
(Attachment Link)

Kilppe-T case (set up as 4 point mount)
Instant60 Tsangan edition PCB
Brass universal plate
Gateron Yellows lubed with GPL107
C3Equalz screw in stabilizers lubed with GPL205G0
MKultra 4mm case foam
GMK SkIIdata keycaps
Getting drawn over to the light linear life it seems. Finally decided to give some Gat yellows a try in this build & I am falling in love with them lubed with GPL107. Got some Gat blacks & a bunch of packs of TX's springs (50g, 55g, 60g, & 65g) to do some experimenting with so I can sus out what weighting is right for me with linears & eventually rebuild my E6.5 with them.

I was excited to see this for a second because the set looks green and yellow in this picture. Im dissapointed that it's just the lighting now :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Tue, 31 December 2019, 09:59:55
(Attachment Link)

Kilppe-T case (set up as 4 point mount)
Instant60 Tsangan edition PCB
Brass universal plate
Gateron Yellows lubed with GPL107
C3Equalz screw in stabilizers lubed with GPL205G0
MKultra 4mm case foam
GMK SkIIdata keycaps
Getting drawn over to the light linear life it seems. Finally decided to give some Gat yellows a try in this build & I am falling in love with them lubed with GPL107. Got some Gat blacks & a bunch of packs of TX's springs (50g, 55g, 60g, & 65g) to do some experimenting with so I can sus out what weighting is right for me with linears & eventually rebuild my E6.5 with them.

I will follow and support your descent into linear life on all platforms. Also SkIIdata is one of those sets I don't really know why I sat out after begging for a rerun from missing the first round.

JTK Charred orange made me really skeptical of orange sets because it came out kinda ugly (IMO). SkIIdata sets always manage to look stunning though.

LOL, thanks bud! Actually I kinda felt the same about Skidata too. I ended up getting my set second hand for a good deal so I figured why not at the time, even though I didn't think I end up keeping it. After I got it though I really fell in love with it, definitely a softer look than JTK Charred Orange (I don't particularly like that set either) & the little details like the @ symbol on the Q key & the µ on the M key are pretty awesome.

(Attachment Link)

Kilppe-T case (set up as 4 point mount)
Instant60 Tsangan edition PCB
Brass universal plate
Gateron Yellows lubed with GPL107
C3Equalz screw in stabilizers lubed with GPL205G0
MKultra 4mm case foam
GMK SkIIdata keycaps
Getting drawn over to the light linear life it seems. Finally decided to give some Gat yellows a try in this build & I am falling in love with them lubed with GPL107. Got some Gat blacks & a bunch of packs of TX's springs (50g, 55g, 60g, & 65g) to do some experimenting with so I can sus out what weighting is right for me with linears & eventually rebuild my E6.5 with them.

I was excited to see this for a second because the set looks green and yellow in this picture. I'm disappointed that it's just the lighting now :(

Sorry, yeah the lighting in my room I took the pic in is kinda funky & I'm a terrible photographer.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: z-machine on Tue, 31 December 2019, 12:49:52
My first mechanical keyboard since I last used one in the 90's (on an IBM PC XT). Coiled cable is DIY from the instructions I found on this forum.  :thumb:

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AJM on Fri, 03 January 2020, 03:55:33
Just put my Vortex ViBE I use at work in an Apple M0110A case, like I've done for my home keyboard some time ago.

(Attachment Link)
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(Attachment Link)

You should share a typing video. It should sound quite nice.

I made a video with my first one, which has lubed Healios (which I prefer in terms of weighting - compared to the lubed Silent black inks in the second one).
The sound is nearly the same:

PS: I totally agree with your opinion about the XT layout.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Fri, 03 January 2020, 09:18:08
My first mechanical keyboard since I last used one in the 90's (on an IBM PC XT). Coiled cable is DIY from the instructions I found on this forum.  :thumb:

Is this the new Huntsman?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Fri, 03 January 2020, 10:22:06
Going back to my HHKB with BKE Ultra Lights again. Really appreciate this thing so much more now after not using it for a while and getting a new ThinkPad recently (still have my 2017 MacBook Air, but I needed the former as a business laptop). Once my fingers got used to using these again, it doesn't hurt to type at all on these.

In fact, I like the ThinkPad's keyboard too and can really feel a lot of similarities between it and my HHKB to be honest in terms of that light tactility, but I still like the higher travel of this board best. Makes me wanna consider the Leopold again this year too as far as Topre goes.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dabeshu on Fri, 03 January 2020, 20:04:32
Mill-max'd duck sidewinder, alu plate, with lubed tealios (205g0), gmk minimal, neoprene filled spacebar, mkultra plate and case foam, gmk screw-ins (dielectric grease, 205, bandaid). The switches are using 68g s sprit (gpl 105) and are also filmed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mkkeyboardvigilante on Sat, 04 January 2020, 09:46:05
For a brief moment, the keyboard that came on my ThinkPad. Not bad for that modern style of key since there's still that tactility there. Not something I'd use all the time but compared to many other kinds of boards made for laptops, it's much better IMO. I'm even considering picking up the wired version of the board so I can have that experience when I'm on my MacBook Air and still use the Trackpoint. Haha!

Yesterday i was typing for hours on my Wooting One again and getting used to it once more. Very solid board still, but HHKB is still my fave.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 09 January 2020, 10:35:11
I am using one of the bests keyboards ever... An IBM MODEL F XT!!
I restored this beauty not long ago and now I'm enjoying one of the bests switches ever made

I always think that XT layout rocks.

I would say it rocks rather violently when it causes you to bash it repeatedly against a wall in frustration (I have not actually harmed any poor XT Boards). The AT layout is still just barely usable for me. Start using keyboards before the model M?

My current setup I use daily and am typing on right now is this F122 and Unicomp M122 on top of each other for different ergonomics throughout a day. It's a ton of keyboard, but the range of different inputs really helps my arms which are almost certainly developing RSI. I plan on going to a doctor about it when my new good insurance kicks in. (American)
(Attachment Link)

But in terms of feel, the F122 is king for me, the M122 is really good, and my poor Ducky Yellow edition is now in the closet until a time that it is needed again.

You're dual-wielding the battleship and battlecruiser? That poor desk must want to be set ablaze to be put out of its misery. Are you amassing an invasion fleet?

[attachimg=1]

I am using my Leading Edge DC-2014. It could use some more cleaning I suppose, the yellowing stays though. It gives it character. The original cable is safe at home, I just like to lug it around sometimes since it is my only blue alps board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: megasthenes on Thu, 09 January 2020, 11:54:17
IBM KB-7953 (ISO-DE), despite having some other boards (G80-1800 with older blacks, modern G80-3000 with new blacks which suck, IBM Model M) this is the one I'm always coming back to. It just feels right.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 09 January 2020, 12:56:02
IBM KB-7953 (ISO-DE), despite having some other boards (G80-1800 with older blacks, modern G80-3000 with new blacks which suck, IBM Model M) this is the one I'm always coming back to. It just feels right.

The 8923/7953/etc model families are some of the best rubber domes out there. I keep a couple of black and beige 8923s around for use in environments where I don't want to bring a "good" mechanical keyboard. They also look good if you swap the keys to make a contrasting key/case combination.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Thu, 09 January 2020, 19:04:32

You're dual-wielding the battleship and battlecruiser? That poor desk must want to be set ablaze to be put out of its misery. Are you amassing an invasion fleet?

*Awesome Leading Edge Keyboard*

I am using my Leading Edge DC-2014. It could use some more cleaning I suppose, the yellowing stays though. It gives it character. The original cable is safe at home, I just like to lug it around sometimes since it is my only blue alps board.

It's nuts, I won't pretend it looks sane, it doesn't. But it has helped me with my RSI alot, and it allows me to use two of my favorite keyboards. I do also just enjoy seeing so many keys, I'm trying to setup more macros I can use day to day to make use of them all.

It certainly sounds like a battlefleet while typing!  ;D

I love the yellowing on your leading edge, I had one for a time coincidentally, not in the XT layout like that, it was a Model M clone if I recall, I need to find a picture of it. I wish I still had it now, it was a cool looking keyboard.

on that note, take an art for it, I love the leading edge logo and yours brought back good memories, so you can have a pixel one for your signature.  ;)

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 10 January 2020, 08:49:00
It's nuts, I won't pretend it looks sane, it doesn't. But it has helped me with my RSI alot, and it allows me to use two of my favorite keyboards. I do also just enjoy seeing so many keys, I'm trying to setup more macros I can use day to day to make use of them all.

It certainly sounds like a battlefleet while typing!  ;D

I love the yellowing on your leading edge, I had one for a time coincidentally, not in the XT layout like that, it was a Model M clone if I recall, I need to find a picture of it. I wish I still had it now, it was a cool looking keyboard.

on that note, take an art for it, I love the leading edge logo and yours brought back good memories, so you can have a pixel one for your signature.  ;)

Hey, it looks cool. Who cares if it looks sane or not? Makes it look like some sort of evil genius' lair, or a recording studio. Is that a Hackintosh you've got there, or is there a Mac hidden somewhere in there? I can't imagine that poor desk could handle the weight of a Mac Pro added to it.

Nice on the M clone. What sort of switches did it have? What made you part with it? I'd love to see it. I agree on the logo. It reminds me of 80's movie evil corporation logos like Terminator's Cyberdyne Systems, or Robocop's OCP.

Did you seriously just make that for me? You must have read my mind. When I set up my profile and signature just recently I was disappointed that I couldn't find a DC-2014. Thank you, very much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Fri, 10 January 2020, 19:16:59
Hey, it looks cool. Who cares if it looks sane or not? Makes it look like some sort of evil genius' lair, or a recording studio. Is that a Hackintosh you've got there, or is there a Mac hidden somewhere in there? I can't imagine that poor desk could handle the weight of a Mac Pro added to it.

Nice on the M clone. What sort of switches did it have? What made you part with it? I'd love to see it. I agree on the logo. It reminds me of 80's movie evil corporation logos like Terminator's Cyberdyne Systems, or Robocop's OCP.

Did you seriously just make that for me? You must have read my mind. When I set up my profile and signature just recently I was disappointed that I couldn't find a DC-2014. Thank you, very much.

I'm glad you think so, It's not caught on with my friends, but then again they don't have my wrists so I'm cool with it. I hope someday it's either an Evil Genius lair, or a recording studio. (I'd need more genius first though.)

The Mac is actually a nomachine session to a Mac Pro in my front living room. I couldn't fit it in this room, the picture doesn't quite do the justice to how small the room is, but I manage to squeeze in what I can.

Honestly, I had the keyboard before I really got into keyboards. I wish I honestly knew. I knew it was mechanical, and it had a 5 pin DIN connector.

The story of how I lost it is fairly long, but it revolved around a guy I knew who had a teacher from the late 80's at a College up in Phoenix. Well the student caught up with his professor and found out that some of the old photo work they did on a computer from that time was STILL on the computer after all these years! (This was 2015) However no-one he knew had access to a keyboard old enough. Enter me.

I had bought the keyboard at a yard sale for a few bucks, because it was cool. I kept it in the closet, and my buddy told me about how the teacher had his pictures, but no-one had access to the computer because no-one had one with a "Strange Connector" I put 2 and 2 together and got it out and visited Phoenix with him and in the afternoon of that day, booted up Windows 95 on it, and got the photos onto floppies and then onto a Flash drive. The professor then asked if he could keep it so he could put it on display in the college up there in Mesa. I marked it as a donation and I'm told it's still sitting in a case up there in a "history of computing" exhibit, which I thought was pretty cool.

The logo for it was what got me to look at the keyboard in the first place, and when I typed on it, I realized it was mechanical and bought it. I didn't know anything about adapters at the time either so I was more than willing to give it away. If only I knew what I knew now!

Here are the only two pictures I have of it I can find right now:[attach=1][attach=2]

And yeah, it's no biggie, I enjoy drawing the little guys. I hope you enjoy it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 10 January 2020, 23:42:24
I'm glad you think so, It's not caught on with my friends, but then again they don't have my wrists so I'm cool with it. I hope someday it's either an Evil Genius lair, or a recording studio. (I'd need more genius first though.)

The Mac is actually a nomachine session to a Mac Pro in my front living room. I couldn't fit it in this room, the picture doesn't quite do the justice to how small the room is, but I manage to squeeze in what I can.

Honestly, I had the keyboard before I really got into keyboards. I wish I honestly knew. I knew it was mechanical, and it had a 5 pin DIN connector.

The story of how I lost it is fairly long, but it revolved around a guy I knew who had a teacher from the late 80's at a College up in Phoenix. Well the student caught up with his professor and found out that some of the old photo work they did on a computer from that time was STILL on the computer after all these years! (This was 2015) However no-one he knew had access to a keyboard old enough. Enter me.

I had bought the keyboard at a yard sale for a few bucks, because it was cool. I kept it in the closet, and my buddy told me about how the teacher had his pictures, but no-one had access to the computer because no-one had one with a "Strange Connector" I put 2 and 2 together and got it out and visited Phoenix with him and in the afternoon of that day, booted up Windows 95 on it, and got the photos onto floppies and then onto a Flash drive. The professor then asked if he could keep it so he could put it on display in the college up there in Mesa. I marked it as a donation and I'm told it's still sitting in a case up there in a "history of computing" exhibit, which I thought was pretty cool.

The logo for it was what got me to look at the keyboard in the first place, and when I typed on it, I realized it was mechanical and bought it. I didn't know anything about adapters at the time either so I was more than willing to give it away. If only I knew what I knew now!

And yeah, it's no biggie, I enjoy drawing the little guys. I hope you enjoy it.

I know a guy that works for M$, his name is Matt. I got one of those old 4.1 Mac Pros at a recycler, upgraded it to a 5.1, upgraded to a faster Xeon, dropped an old graphics card in it, a GTX 670 or something, put a red circle with a slash through it decal over the Apple logo, plastidipped a Windows 10 logo next to it, installed Windows 10, dubbed it the Matt Pro, and gave it to him. It was playing Doom 2016 surprisingly well for such an old machine, especially being a single cpu version.

Great old computers.

So, it is ANSI but it is missing the pen tray (part of me hopes that's what it is for, because it is so useful as such). I can't say I have ever seen one of those before. You should swap them a plain Jane Model M for it back. I'm sure more people would recognize it, and it is obviously a bigger piece of computing history. If it is weird/unique enough, Chyros may even want to borrow it for a video.

Cool story on the pictures. Anything interesting? I imagine they would be pretty low res and ... color deprived, being that old. I wonder how the teacher remembered that that exact computer happened to have those pictures, but maybe classrooms of the sort were different back then, with only one to begin with. I like the idea of XT/AT switchable keyboards, but I still know it is unlikely that I'll ever encounter that sort of scenario myself.

I very much enjoy it. I figured when I first looked for pixel art for it that it would probably be one of the few keyboards that didn't just look like a rectangle ... with small squares inside of it, and you did it just as I imagined. There's no mistaking at all that that's a Leading Edge.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Sat, 11 January 2020, 04:30:00
(https://i.imgur.com/AGAsyaW.jpg)

The NEC APC-H412. Very nice board. It didn't cost too much but the shipping from US to Finland was brutal. But I wanted to try the NEC blue ovals.
Switch operation is smooth and the sound is pleasant and there's something really elegant about the whole typing experience on the board.
The pinging is something I wouldn't mind getting rid of, but on the other hand it brings some character to the board so it doesn't really bother me too much.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sat, 11 January 2020, 06:13:17
I know a guy that works for M$, his name is Matt. I got one of those old 4.1 Mac Pros at a recycler, upgraded it to a 5.1, upgraded to a faster Xeon, dropped an old graphics card in it, a GTX 670 or something, put a red circle with a slash through it decal over the Apple logo, plastidipped a Windows 10 logo next to it, installed Windows 10, dubbed it the Matt Pro, and gave it to him. It was playing Doom 2016 surprisingly well for such an old machine, especially being a single cpu version.

Great old computers.

So, it is ANSI but it is missing the pen tray (part of me hopes that's what it is for, because it is so useful as such). I can't say I have ever seen one of those before. You should swap them a plain Jane Model M for it back. I'm sure more people would recognize it, and it is obviously a bigger piece of computing history. If it is weird/unique enough, Chyros may even want to borrow it for a video.

Cool story on the pictures. Anything interesting? I imagine they would be pretty low res and ... color deprived, being that old. I wonder how the teacher remembered that that exact computer happened to have those pictures, but maybe classrooms of the sort were different back then, with only one to begin with. I like the idea of XT/AT switchable keyboards, but I still know it is unlikely that I'll ever encounter that sort of scenario myself.

I very much enjoy it. I figured when I first looked for pixel art for it that it would probably be one of the few keyboards that didn't just look like a rectangle ... with small squares inside of it, and you did it just as I imagined. There's no mistaking at all that that's a Leading Edge.

A Matt Pro, that's fantastic. Do you have pictures? I'd love to see that.  :D

But I know what you are on about, I got the dual processor version for a steal because it was being thrown away, I figured resetting it's PRAM wouldn't hurt, and it fired right up fine. It's been on for about 4 months now. I had a project years ago to become familiar with multiple OS's and in the process got used to a few Mac Apps, so having them available on a machine with a pretty hefty amount of power is very handy to me. Plus it lets me sort my thought processes between work and play easier.

(Windows=Play, Mac=Media work,Linux=@Real Work)

I found out which one it is with a bit of researching: https://deskthority.net/wiki/Sejin_Electron_EAT-1010

It's a leading edge version of that. And the descriptions I've found fit it well, it was a heavy switch and they felt very worn out. I've thought about getting it back, but I do like having contributed to a "museum" of sorts. (Funnily enough after finding out what switches they are, Chyros had already done one. Not that I wouldn't love to find something to give him for a video one day.)

They were lightly edited fashion designs for blouses, skirts, dresses, and some promotional art, all absolutely tiny, as we could fit around 20 on a 3.5 floppy. They were very retro looking, I wish I kept a few, they would have been cool blown up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 11 January 2020, 22:26:50
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The NEC APC-H412. Very nice board. It didn't cost too much but the shipping from US to Finland was brutal. But I wanted to try the NEC blue ovals.
Switch operation is smooth and the sound is pleasant and there's something really elegant about the whole typing experience on the board.
The pinging is something I wouldn't mind getting rid of, but on the other hand it brings some character to the board so it doesn't really bother me too much.

Nice board you've got there. How would you compare the switches to other types of clicky switches?

A Matt Pro, that's fantastic. Do you have pictures? I'd love to see that.  :D

But I know what you are on about, I got the dual processor version for a steal because it was being thrown away, I figured resetting it's PRAM wouldn't hurt, and it fired right up fine. It's been on for about 4 months now. I had a project years ago to become familiar with multiple OS's and in the process got used to a few Mac Apps, so having them available on a machine with a pretty hefty amount of power is very handy to me. Plus it lets me sort my thought processes between work and play easier.

(Windows=Play, Mac=Media work,Linux=@Real Work)

I found out which one it is with a bit of researching: https://deskthority.net/wiki/Sejin_Electron_EAT-1010

It's a leading edge version of that. And the descriptions I've found fit it well, it was a heavy switch and they felt very worn out. I've thought about getting it back, but I do like having contributed to a "museum" of sorts. (Funnily enough after finding out what switches they are, Chyros had already done one. Not that I wouldn't love to find something to give him for a video one day.)

They were lightly edited fashion designs for blouses, skirts, dresses, and some promotional art, all absolutely tiny, as we could fit around 20 on a 3.5 floppy. They were very retro looking, I wish I kept a few, they would have been cool blown up.

I do, somewhere. I'll send them in a PM at some point. No need to keep taking over this thread with random stuff. Crazy that someone was throwing that thing out without having done any cursory troubleshooting. At least you saved it and put it to use. I bet it has been running for 4 months because every time you turn the monsters on the lights in the room flicker. lol. I consider MacOS/OSX to be a bit of a joke OS all in all, but I could understand people wanting to compartmentalize like that if they have the means. I can't think of anything that can be done on it that can't be done just as well or better on other operating systems. I picked up a 4.1, upgraded to 5.1, upgraded the CPUs, and got it running the latest possible OSX, High Sierra I think it is? Did it for my best friend, since he makes music and has refused to ever learn any software other than Garabgeband. He ends up with so many tracks running that older/slower systems with less memory weren't cutting it. I think that one came with 16gb of ram, picked it up on Craigslist for $100.

Ah, yes, so you knew before I even sent that PM. Yeah, I don't think Futaba switches are all that uncommon, or even universally liked. People seem divided about them.

I'm sure your friend still has them somewhere.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Sun, 12 January 2020, 02:53:46
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The NEC APC-H412. Very nice board. It didn't cost too much but the shipping from US to Finland was brutal. But I wanted to try the NEC blue ovals.
Switch operation is smooth and the sound is pleasant and there's something really elegant about the whole typing experience on the board.
The pinging is something I wouldn't mind getting rid of, but on the other hand it brings some character to the board so it doesn't really bother me too much.

Nice board you've got there. How would you compare the switches to other types of clicky switches?

The very first two things that stood out to me when I first tested the board was

a) switch travel, which feels longer than on SMK 2ng gen and SKCM white, which are my most used clicky switches.
b) weighting, which is very light.

I doubt they are lighter than MX blues, but they certainly are not that much heavier either. But I'd have to take a board with MX blues out to make a proper comparison and I have a restless 1-year old on my lap currently, so I'm trying to make this brief :)

The whole event of pressing a key on the board is very nicely balanced. The tactile event is sharp enough but not too sharp to ruin the smoothness. There's a higher pitched component in the click, but it's not overpowering and doesn't sound like someone was doing unpleasant experiments on your ear, like it can be with MX blues. I'm making the comparison because the sound has some resemblance to the MX blue. But the NECs sound deeper and more thocky.

The more I type on these the more I like them, and I'm not surprised that these are so well liked by some.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 12 January 2020, 05:12:11
The very first two things that stood out to me when I first tested the board was

a) switch travel, which feels longer than on SMK 2ng gen and SKCM white, which are my most used clicky switches.
b) weighting, which is very light.

I doubt they are lighter than MX blues, but they certainly are not that much heavier either. But I'd have to take a board with MX blues out to make a proper comparison and I have a restless 1-year old on my lap currently, so I'm trying to make this brief :)

The whole event of pressing a key on the board is very nicely balanced. The tactile event is sharp enough but not too sharp to ruin the smoothness. There's a higher pitched component in the click, but it's not overpowering and doesn't sound like someone was doing unpleasant experiments on your ear, like it can be with MX blues. I'm making the comparison because the sound has some resemblance to the MX blue. But the NECs sound deeper and more thocky.

The more I type on these the more I like them, and I'm not surprised that these are so well liked by some.

Nice. I assume the unpleasant experiments is a reference to Cherry MX's rattle. Smoothness compared to your white alps? Sounds like you've got yourself a keeper. Anything better than Cherry MX Blue is more than good enough for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Sun, 12 January 2020, 09:41:46
Nice. I assume the unpleasant experiments is a reference to Cherry MX's rattle. Smoothness compared to your white alps? Sounds like you've got yourself a keeper. Anything better than Cherry MX Blue is more than good enough for me.

Meant mostly the click of MX blues, which sounds too artificial and like it just doesn't belong plus it's at really annoying frequency. And smoothness overall but I guess I am comparing to the SKCM mostly as that has been my definition of smooth clicky switch up to date.

As I'm typing this I also notice that you can type really softly with the board. With Alps and SMK I deliberately go for full bottom out, because it sounds and feel the best that way, but these NECs allow for much softer action while still retaining most of what makes them feel so good. Fantastic! But to get the most out of these, I like to bottom out properly as well :D

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eternalmetal on Sun, 12 January 2020, 15:21:27
So, my F77 Model F keyboard from Model F Labs arrived yesterday, and that is what im using.  Quickly becoming my new favorite.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pmaddocks on Sun, 12 January 2020, 15:44:14
During the holiday price drop on Drop, I bought a OLKB preonic with Red Samurai caps and have been LOVING it...once I got used to the layout. The biggest problem I have had is going back to touch typing on my laptop with the staggered keys.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Disciplexeon on Sun, 12 January 2020, 16:45:27
I am currently using a used Dell AT101W with linear modded, greased, black alps. A few days ago, I bought an AKKO 3068 SP Ocean Star, with Cherry reds, that I will leave stock, or lube, because Cherry switches scratchy as frick. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 12 January 2020, 22:39:52
So, my F77 Model F keyboard from Model F Labs arrived yesterday, and that is what im using.  Quickly becoming my new favorite.

Lucky
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eternalmetal on Sun, 12 January 2020, 23:31:19
So, my F77 Model F keyboard from Model F Labs arrived yesterday, and that is what im using.  Quickly becoming my new favorite.

Lucky

Yea man, looking at the thread and seeing how few have shipped I thought so too.  But ive also been eyeing this keyboard for roughly 4 years now and was beginning to think it would just never happen.  So glad to see that this project has finally started bearing some fruit!  So far I think it is worth the wait.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 13 January 2020, 09:07:38
Yea man, looking at the thread and seeing how few have shipped I thought so too.  But ive also been eyeing this keyboard for roughly 4 years now and was beginning to think it would just never happen.  So glad to see that this project has finally started bearing some fruit!  So far I think it is worth the wait.

I can't complain too much, I already have an F AT and XT. An ANSI F77 in that chunky zinc case though. It must be thunderous. I imagine if an earthquake destroyed a recipient's home, that could be all that remained intact in the ruins.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eternalmetal on Mon, 13 January 2020, 09:16:44
Yea man, looking at the thread and seeing how few have shipped I thought so too.  But ive also been eyeing this keyboard for roughly 4 years now and was beginning to think it would just never happen.  So glad to see that this project has finally started bearing some fruit!  So far I think it is worth the wait.

I can't complain too much, I already have an F AT and XT. An ANSI F77 in that chunky zinc case though. It must be thunderous. I imagine if an earthquake destroyed a recipient's home, that could be all that remained intact in the ruins.

It is denser than a brick (almost like a metal ingot of pure keyboard), and I love it.  Now that the "F" key problem I originally had is no longer giving me issues, I am in absolute awe of this keyboard.  It was definitely worth the 4 year wait.  Admittedly ive never typed on a Model F before, so I can't compare it to the originals, but it is definitely distinct from my memories of the Model M, and superior to my Unicomp (by a big margin).  Louder, but with better feels.  I don't know the press weight (or whatever you call it), but it is definitely a lighter keypress than what im used to with a BS board, and im liking it a lot.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 13 January 2020, 09:25:15
It is denser than a brick (almost like a metal ingot of pure keyboard), and I love it.  Now that the "F" key problem I originally had is no longer giving me issues, I am in absolute awe of this keyboard.  It was definitely worth the 4 year wait.  Admittedly ive never typed on a Model F before, so I can't compare it to the originals, but it is definitely distinat from my memories of the Model M, and superior to my Unicomp (by a big margin).  Louder, but with better feels.  I don't know the press weight (or whatever you call it), but it is definitely a lighter keypress than what im used to with a BS board, and im liking it a lot.

You've never typed on a Model F before and you shelled out for a brand new one? That was a leap of faith. I have done the same sort of thing before though myself.

Capacitive BS is more consistently smooth, and lighter, for sure. When I first got an M, I didn't even want to type on it. It was too heavy for me at the time, and honestly didn't even feel all that great to me either (I haven't inspected either of my Model Ms yet, but the guy I got one from takes good care of his). I jumped right in and stayed in with an F though. It will trounce any Model M, not just the Unicomps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livewirerc on Mon, 13 January 2020, 09:31:27
I've been stuck on HHKB layout lately, so I'm primarily typing on either this Tokyo60 Seq1 with Holy Pandas and GMK BoW (my work keyboard), or on my new HHKB Professional Hybrid Type-S (everywhere else). This new keeb is everything I've wanted out of an HHKB and then some. Great to have something I'm not feeling driven to mod.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: eternalmetal on Mon, 13 January 2020, 09:53:32
It is denser than a brick (almost like a metal ingot of pure keyboard), and I love it.  Now that the "F" key problem I originally had is no longer giving me issues, I am in absolute awe of this keyboard.  It was definitely worth the 4 year wait.  Admittedly ive never typed on a Model F before, so I can't compare it to the originals, but it is definitely distinat from my memories of the Model M, and superior to my Unicomp (by a big margin).  Louder, but with better feels.  I don't know the press weight (or whatever you call it), but it is definitely a lighter keypress than what im used to with a BS board, and im liking it a lot.

You've never typed on a Model F before and you shelled out for a brand new one? That was a leap of faith. I have done the same sort of thing before though myself.

Capacitive BS is more consistently smooth, and lighter, for sure. When I first got an M, I didn't even want to type on it. It twas too heavy for me at the time, and honestly didn't even feel all that great to me either (I haven't inspected either of my Model Ms yet, but the guy I got one from takes good care of his). I jumped right in and stayed in with an F though. It will trounce any Model M, not just the Unicomps.

I got myself a new job about 5 months ago in my career, work nightshift, and get tons of overtime, so shelling out $350 for a keyboard I knew I would like was basically nothing.  As for the comparison with the Model M, im going to have to wait until I get mine.  Though if the Unicomp is indicative of what a vintage M will feel like, im pretty certain that I will prefer the feel of the Model F.  But the sound of the M is nostalgic to me, so it will probably get frequent use nonetheless.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Mon, 13 January 2020, 18:39:36
So, my F77 Model F keyboard from Model F Labs arrived yesterday, and that is what im using.  Quickly becoming my new favorite.

 :eek: I'm so jealous, I'd kill to try some new Model F's, I'm really curious what the feel of a new one is like. I've got a new old stock Bigfoot, but I don't think even it would hold a candle to a brand new manufactured F.

I got myself a new job about 5 months ago in my career, work nightshift, and get tons of overtime, so shelling out $350 for a keyboard I knew I would like was basically nothing.  As for the comparison with the Model M, im going to have to wait until I get mine.  Though if the Unicomp is indicative of what a vintage M will feel like, im pretty certain that I will prefer the feel of the Model F.  But the sound of the M is nostalgic to me, so it will probably get frequent use nonetheless.

Model M's are thock-ier, and have a heavier switch, Which is actually more my personal preference, but despite that I type a wee bit more on my F122 because it's feel is just so perfect, and it's built like a tank. If what you say is true about the new F77's I may have to get one of the next run's. I'd love to have a brand new one.

Still enjoy! It's always nice to hear someone take to the Buckling Spring lifestyle. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 13 January 2020, 20:13:52
Model M's are thock-ier, and have a heavier switch, Which is actually more my personal preference, but despite that I type a wee bit more on my F122 because it's feel is just so perfect, and it's built like a tank. If what you say is true about the new F77's I may have to get one of the next run's. I'd love to have a brand new one.

Still enjoy! It's always nice to hear someone take to the Buckling Spring lifestyle. ;)

I'm sure all it takes for most is a few presses, then there's no escaping it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Mon, 13 January 2020, 20:24:55
Model M's are thock-ier, and have a heavier switch, Which is actually more my personal preference, but despite that I type a wee bit more on my F122 because it's feel is just so perfect, and it's built like a tank. If what you say is true about the new F77's I may have to get one of the next run's. I'd love to have a brand new one.

Still enjoy! It's always nice to hear someone take to the Buckling Spring lifestyle. ;)

I'm sure all it takes for most is a few presses, then there's no escaping it.

I'm honestly curious how many people would turn to the BS lifestyle if they had a Model M? I suppose if there was newer cooler looking ones, that'd change a few things, most of them look retro, and you have to sort of be into that lifestyle.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Steezus on Mon, 13 January 2020, 20:37:44
I've been really enjoying the blue alps build that I finished over winter break for my Jane CE. The switches initially resulted in a higher error rate for me when typing but I have now become used to the feeling. It definitely makes me want to do some more alps builds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lovepig78 on Mon, 13 January 2020, 21:47:23
Vortex Race 3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Quercus on Mon, 20 January 2020, 09:44:01
January 1987 IBM model M that I restored. It had what I think was bbq sauce caked inside the case when I opened it. I'm doing light data entry at the moment. I also have a Vortex Tab 90M with Cherry blues if I do a lot of typing. At home it's a Vortex Core 40% (Cherry blues) with a Maypad kit numpad I built with Cherry Greens.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 20 January 2020, 16:37:44
Wish I had buckling springs. I think they would be the perfect switch for me. I need something with a defined bump, and I don't think White Alps are tactile enough. I think the Model F's capacitive buckling springs would be just the thing. Even the Model M would probably be a better fit for me. I'm using Fujitsu 3rd gen clickies right now, and while they feel very smooth, they are linear switches at heart.

My tastes have been developing. After using Greens, I thought I was a linear guy, and then I fell in love with Whites because I loved their sound. I thought they were so tactile compared to MX Blue when I got them, and I still love the sound they make. It is a bit annoying how there's no travel after the initial bump, and I can't feel the second bump that makes Alps linears so nice.

I really like these Fujitsu clicky switches, and I WISH they were more tactile, plus being undamped. I think CBS would be the best fit for me. What do you guys think?

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Mon, 20 January 2020, 17:29:21
Model F is excellent. I think the next best thing in the Cherry mount world are Kailh box jade. I feel like I'm recommending those all over the place, but they really are the best and most pronounced tactility currently available in the Cherry compatible switch world. Input club is promising the moon (AKA beamspring feel) with their Silo Beam switches, but those are still in development, so results remain to be seen.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 20 January 2020, 18:00:28
Wish I had buckling springs. I think they would be the perfect switch for me. I need something with a defined bump, and I don't think White Alps are tactile enough. I think the Model F's capacitive buckling springs would be just the thing. Even the Model M would probably be a better fit for me. I'm using Fujitsu 3rd gen clickies right now, and while they feel very smooth, they are linear switches at heart.

My tastes have been developing. After using Greens, I thought I was a linear guy, and then I fell in love with Whites because I loved their sound. I thought they were so tactile compared to MX Blue when I got them, and I still love the sound they make. It is a bit annoying how there's no travel after the initial bump, and I can't feel the second bump that makes Alps linears so nice.

I really like these Fujitsu clicky switches, and I WISH they were more tactile, plus being undamped. I think CBS would be the best fit for me. What do you guys think?

I don't have any complicated alps white switches, but if they're as close to blues as others say, you would actually be losing a lot of tactility in going to buckling spring. I don't think pronounced tactility is the magic of buckling spring though, moreso how effortlessly/smoothly it builds in pressure until the spring buckles and you hit the plate. If you want even more tactility than white alps, then this:

Model F is excellent. I think the next best thing in the Cherry mount world are Kailh box jade. I feel like I'm recommending those all over the place, but they really are the best and most pronounced tactility currently available in the Cherry compatible switch world. Input club is promising the moon (AKA beamspring feel) with their Silo Beam switches, but those are still in development, so results remain to be seen.

Kailh thick clicks are more tactile than alps, which are much more tactile than buckling spring.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Mon, 20 January 2020, 20:49:06


Kailh thick clicks are more tactile than alps, which are much more tactile than buckling spring.
I gotta disagree with you there. To me, box jade tactile drop-off feels very roughly equivalent to capacitive buckling spring, though the actuation point is higher on the Kailhs. Pine white and blue Alps feel different than both to me, and the actuation point is higher still.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 21 January 2020, 08:29:20


Kailh thick clicks are more tactile than alps, which are much more tactile than buckling spring.
I gotta disagree with you there. To me, box jade tactile drop-off feels very roughly equivalent to capacitive buckling spring, though the actuation point is higher on the Kailhs. Pine white and blue Alps feel different than both to me, and the actuation point is higher still.

What is it that we disagree on then? All of that is certainly true. Buckling spring isn't exactly the most tactile thing around is all I was saying. I do agree that the tactile event of thick clicks is similar in feel to buckling spring, up to but not including the bump itself. I didn't say anything about point of actuation. They're certainly more tactile than most "tactile" switches I have tried, but they're actually fairly smooth throughout their travel. There's not much of a bump at all, which is fine by me, given their other characteristics. The tactile event, itself, is the sudden drop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 21 January 2020, 11:21:29
I have revised what I am looking for in terms of tactility. White Alps feel very "refined" in tactility. MX compatible is not refined.  Model Fs are supposed to be very smooth AND very refined. And I want to enjoy them after months of typing on them, which I think I will. I've kind of given up on my whites since they don't feel as nice as they were when I got them. I think that has to do with enjoyability over long periods of time, and I can't think of anything better than capacitive buckling springs.

I'm dead set on getting an F XT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 21 January 2020, 13:31:17
I have revised what I am looking for in terms of tactility. White Alps feel very "refined" in tactility. MX compatible is not refined.  Model Fs are supposed to be very smooth AND very refined. And I want to enjoy them after months of typing on them, which I think I will. I've kind of given up on my whites since they don't feel as nice as they were when I got them. I think that has to do with enjoyability over long periods of time, and I can't think of anything better than capacitive buckling springs.

I'm dead set on getting an F XT.

It really is worth saving a little more, and waiting for a good deal on an AT. The XT layout is too weird for modern typists. If you're lucky, and vigilant, they do still go for around $150 on Ebay from time to time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 21 January 2020, 13:33:31
I have revised what I am looking for in terms of tactility. White Alps feel very "refined" in tactility. MX compatible is not refined.  Model Fs are supposed to be very smooth AND very refined. And I want to enjoy them after months of typing on them, which I think I will. I've kind of given up on my whites since they don't feel as nice as they were when I got them. I think that has to do with enjoyability over long periods of time, and I can't think of anything better than capacitive buckling springs.

I'm dead set on getting an F XT.

It really is worth saving a little more, and waiting for a good deal on an AT. The XT layout is too weird for modern typists. If you're lucky, and vigilant, they do still go for around $150 on Ebay from time to time.

Someone on mechmarket is willing to give me one for $125. As long as the alphas are in their modern places, I don't mind. I barely use the arrow keys anyway, and it isn't that bad using a mouse to select where you want to go. I have a gaming mouse, so low DPI for the win :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 21 January 2020, 13:33:56
"willing to give me one for $125"

By this, I mean a Model F XT.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 21 January 2020, 13:53:35
"willing to give me one for $125"

By this, I mean a Model F XT.

That's more than I would ever pay for an XT, but I'm also cheap. They're much more common than an AT, having been made for years throughout the 1980s as opposed to months. The XT's arrow keys are the same as an AT, and both are fine. It is the stepped modifiers and vertical enter that are terrible. The metal lower casing is wonderful, but it can't make up for the layout.

I thought I could deal with it too. I was wrong.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Tue, 21 January 2020, 15:20:24
The misaligned enter key and oddly placed (for someone used to ANSI layout) shift keys are the XT layout deal breakers for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 21 January 2020, 16:41:55
Thanks guys, I notified the person I wouldn't be buying from them. Going to look for an AT layout one, or see if I can get a new-production model.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DALExSNAIL on Thu, 23 January 2020, 08:19:11
Lubed and stickered ergo-clear Filco TKL. Honestly I haven't even had the inkling to use any of my other 6 boards since this one was finished. Dat grail.

Living that FILCO life
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Thu, 23 January 2020, 09:21:46
I dressed my Realforce R2 with MDA Big Bone caps.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 24 January 2020, 12:01:09
I am currently using my apocalypse-prepared Corsair K65 with Kailh box navies and some cheap Amazon "Dolch" doubleshots with teal legends I recently picked up. The apocalypse cable is at home, I only have one that doesn't still need some tweaks. I modified the space bar to fit with a razor blade.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VP on Sat, 25 January 2020, 05:11:15
I have got to test IBM Model M (1985). I am using Cherry MX Blue keyboard. Now I have a chance to meet the legendary Model M. Buckling springs are fine, but I like the Cherry MX Blue more. I do not like the sound of buckling springs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Sat, 25 January 2020, 13:26:31
I have got to test IBM Model M (1985). I am using Cherry MX Blue keyboard. Now I have a chance to meet the legendary Model M. Buckling springs are fine, but I like the Cherry MX Blue more. I do not like the sound of buckling springs.

Would you like me to show you out? The exit is just over there.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 25 January 2020, 14:49:27
I have got to test IBM Model M (1985). I am using Cherry MX Blue keyboard. Now I have a chance to meet the legendary Model M. Buckling springs are fine, but I like the Cherry MX Blue more. I do not like the sound of buckling springs.

If I were you, I would reserve my conclusions until I have had the chance to try an IBM Model F. Capacitive buckling spring is much better than membrane. If I were to compare a Model M (especially in poor shape) to Cherry MX Blue, I may also be inclined to choose Cherry MX. With the Model F, there is no contest whatsoever.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VP on Sat, 25 January 2020, 16:17:44
I realy like buckling springs. But MX Blue seems better. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 25 January 2020, 17:27:25

I really like buckling springs. But MX Blue seems better.


Most of us find the sound of blue Cherries annoying. LeslieAnn invented an excellent mod called "jailhousing" blues.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AJM on Sun, 26 January 2020, 06:45:23
Despite my avatar picture I'm not a fan of Buckling Springs sound, either. I think there are quite a few, who like MX blues. They may just not have as much fervor as the Buckling Springs and Alps faction.
At least I see no need to immediately trying to convert them to ones own "conviction".
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheDroidClicks on Sun, 26 January 2020, 11:25:58
Just joined the community :cool: Currently I am using a Logitech G19 keyboard - I look forward ditching that to get a mechanical one that better suits my needs at work. I stumbled upon this forum in my search for the perfect upgrade and wow do I have a lot to learn regarding this new found hobby. Somehow I have already set my eyes on trying to find a CM QFR XT Stealth with MX Blues or MX Greens. Hopefully I am moving in the correct direction! Looking forward to learning more regarding this hobby.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sun, 26 January 2020, 14:23:36
I really like buckling springs. But MX Blue seems better. :)

If the entirety of the keyboards and switches and know-how to make them were to vanish, and the choice were left up to me. I'd pick Cherry Mx blue to disappear and keep buckling springs.

But I'd probably cry myself to sleep that night.

Thankfully we don't have to pick. I myself can't bring myself to get rid of my Ducky Yellow, it's just been too good a performer, even though I'm BS (Both meanings) full time now.

Thanks guys, I notified the person I wouldn't be buying from them. Going to look for an AT layout one, or see if I can get a new-production model.

The new production models are quite pricey starting at 300 and going up, you can get an older AT for that for sure, though make sure you factor in a Soarers converter for it, which will be an additional 40$ from Orihalcon on ebay, or 20$ and same change if you build one yourself.

I recently got an AT for 200 shipped, and that was from r/Mechmarket and it was totally worth it, that aside, keep a good eye out, everything on Ebay for example right now is running 300-400 bucks, for that, I'd just do the reproductions.

Tell me when you start looking and I'll throw a deal your way if I find one then. I keep my ear to the ground on deals for these.

Just joined the community :cool:

Welcome! I hope you enjoy your time around here.  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bigapplepietart on Sun, 26 January 2020, 19:16:41
Black Klippe R2 with:

Brass plate
24K Gold screws
Zeal 67g Rosélios
Zeal stabs, clipped and lubed
GMK WoB, icon mods and CMYW kit
Some cheap Anker USB-C cable (only temporary)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Sun, 26 January 2020, 20:51:35
I really like buckling springs. But MX Blue seems better. :)

If the entirety of the keyboards and switches and know-how to make them were to vanish, and the choice were left up to me. I'd pick Cherry Mx blue to disappear and keep buckling springs.

But I'd probably cry myself to sleep that night.

Thankfully we don't have to pick. I myself can't bring myself to get rid of my Ducky Yellow, it's just been too good a performer, even though I'm BS (Both meanings) full time now.

Thanks guys, I notified the person I wouldn't be buying from them. Going to look for an AT layout one, or see if I can get a new-production model.

The new production models are quite pricey starting at 300 and going up, you can get an older AT for that for sure, though make sure you factor in a Soarers converter for it, which will be an additional 40$ from Orihalcon on ebay, or 20$ and same change if you build one yourself.

I recently got an AT for 200 shipped, and that was from r/Mechmarket and it was totally worth it, that aside, keep a good eye out, everything on Ebay for example right now is running 300-400 bucks, for that, I'd just do the reproductions.

Tell me when you start looking and I'll throw a deal your way if I find one then. I keep my ear to the ground on deals for these.

Just joined the community :cool:

Welcome! I hope you enjoy your time around here.  :)

I bought an AT from an acquaintance for $75. He said that he had it lying in the closet, unused, and wanted to get rid of it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 26 January 2020, 20:55:25
That's fantastic. That's almost half of what I paid for my first one. Congrats.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sun, 26 January 2020, 20:58:02
I bought an AT from an acquaintance for $75. He said that he had it lying in the closet, unused, and wanted to get rid of it.

 :eek:

No-one gets deals like that except you!, Count your lucky stars. You stole it for that price.

Throw up some pics when you get a chance. :) Everyone loves seeing a good IBM AT.

I can't recommend Orihalcon's converters for them on Ebay enough if you don't already have one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Adieu910 on Sun, 26 January 2020, 21:14:25
Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sun, 26 January 2020, 21:22:22
Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

My bright yellow keyboard with no legends is the apple of my eye.

I can't hate what I myself am.  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 26 January 2020, 21:25:11
Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

I would hope that nobody would. People like what they like. Is that it in your signature? Looks cool.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Adieu910 on Mon, 27 January 2020, 10:25:46
Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

My bright yellow keyboard with no legends is the apple of my eye.

I can't hate what I myself am.  ;)

It's unique. Is yellow your favourite colour?

Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

I would hope that nobody would. People like what they like. Is that it in your signature? Looks cool.

Yes it is. After I won the typing contest at a meetup, they kept joking that you can only get 180 wpm on MX Browns or a Ducky. :P
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 27 January 2020, 12:32:39
I bought an AT from an acquaintance for $75. He said that he had it lying in the closet, unused, and wanted to get rid of it.

 :eek:

No-one gets deals like that except you!, Count your lucky stars. You stole it for that price.

Throw up some pics when you get a chance. :) Everyone loves seeing a good IBM AT.

I can't recommend Orihalcon's converters for them on Ebay enough if you don't already have one.

I have a Soarer's converter that I purchased. It should work with the F AT, because that is a 5 pin DIN connection.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Mon, 27 January 2020, 12:33:54
Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

My bright yellow keyboard with no legends is the apple of my eye.

I can't hate what I myself am.  ;)

It's unique. Is yellow your favourite colour?

Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

I would hope that nobody would. People like what they like. Is that it in your signature? Looks cool.

Yes it is. After I won the typing contest at a meetup, they kept joking that you can only get 180 wpm on MX Browns or a Ducky. :P

It's true. You can get unparalleled WPM using MX Browns. They are speedier than speed switches. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 27 January 2020, 15:58:53
Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

My bright yellow keyboard with no legends is the apple of my eye.

I can't hate what I myself am.  ;)

It's unique. Is yellow your favourite colour?

Ducky One 2 with MX Browns and Ducky Ultraviolets keycaps + Varmilo Valentines ABS dyesub spacebar. I love it. Don't bully me pls haha.

I would hope that nobody would. People like what they like. Is that it in your signature? Looks cool.

Yes it is. After I won the typing contest at a meetup, they kept joking that you can only get 180 wpm on MX Browns or a Ducky. :P

It's true. You can get unparalleled WPM using MX Browns. They are speedier than speed switches. :)

Browns good
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Mon, 27 January 2020, 21:00:09
It's unique. Is yellow your favourite colour?

I got it to match a theme I was going for with my computer at the time, I had noticed that everyone I know that was buying and building their computers, ALWAYS chose either red or blue, rarely green, never white, and somehow even more rarely than that: Purple and Yellow.

I chose yellow and made a theme of it, it lasted for quite awhile, but parts died and I replaced others, so there's only a few yellow parts anymore. My computer glows yellow still, and my microphone is a little yellow. My mouse long since passed from this world, and my ducky is in my closet.

My personal favorite color is green.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Mon, 27 January 2020, 21:01:29
I have a Soarer's converter that I purchased. It should work with the F AT, because that is a 5 pin DIN connection.

Man, you got everything lined up, please return and tell us all what you think of your AT. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 28 January 2020, 07:30:36
Remember, Soarer originally developed the converter so that he could game with his AT keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 28 January 2020, 09:47:30
Yes it is. After I won the typing contest at a meetup, they kept joking that you can only get 180 wpm on MX Browns or a Ducky. :P

180 wpm, wow. I need to take some of those tests seriously and figure out where I fit. What's the best/most accurate test of this to begin with? I tried one cursorily the other day and it seemed like I spent an inordinate amount of time parsing the text in my mind before typing it, where I would not normally do so when typing naturally.

I have a Soarer's converter that I purchased. It should work with the F AT, because that is a 5 pin DIN connection.

Man, you got everything lined up, please return and tell us all what you think of your AT. :)

^ This. I like to build my Soarer's converters myself. Cheap conduit boxes work well, with plenty of room to add reset buttons, multiple inputs, even lock lights if you want. I have recently found that guitar pedal/stomp boxes are cheap on Amazon as well, for being made of solid aluminum.

Remember, Soarer originally developed the converter so that he could game with his AT keyboard.

I didn't even know that. Makes sense.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Adieu910 on Tue, 28 January 2020, 10:18:13
It's unique. Is yellow your favourite colour?

I got it to match a theme I was going for with my computer at the time, I had noticed that everyone I know that was buying and building their computers, ALWAYS chose either red or blue, rarely green, never white, and somehow even more rarely than that: Purple and Yellow.

I chose yellow and made a theme of it, it lasted for quite awhile, but parts died and I replaced others, so there's only a few yellow parts anymore. My computer glows yellow still, and my microphone is a little yellow. My mouse long since passed from this world, and my ducky is in my closet.

My personal favorite color is green.

Yeah it's hard to coordinate colours. I imagine finding yellow parts is challenging. Maybe you should choose a green theme next.

Yes it is. After I won the typing contest at a meetup, they kept joking that you can only get 180 wpm on MX Browns or a Ducky. :P

180 wpm, wow. I need to take some of those tests seriously and figure out where I fit. What's the best/most accurate test of this to begin with? I tried one cursorily the other day and it seemed like I spent an inordinate amount of time parsing the text in my mind before typing it, where I would not normally do so when typing naturally.


Whatever you do, don't use typingtest.com. Their penalty for errors is wrong. If you make one mistake, they take off 1 wpm which is actually 5 characters. The most consistent typing test is 10fastfingers.com. It is all right to read the text over before you read it, because the test isn't going to be entirely realistic. Typing fast requires you to read ahead and position your fingers for upcoming words. I often try not to get distracted by the text's content; I just mindlessly type the words or syllables.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Tue, 28 January 2020, 13:24:38
Remember, Soarer originally developed the converter so that he could game with his AT keyboard.

I never knew that, I wonder if he ever checks the forums and just gave up? I'd love to see him back, he's had a huge impact on this hobby.

Yeah it's hard to coordinate colours. I imagine finding yellow parts is challenging. Maybe you should choose a green theme next.

It was a bit of a challenge back then, and I enjoyed the time it was all yellow, I didn't have a ton of people to show it to, so it didn't get a whole lot more than my doting on it.


Truthfully, part of the reason it isn't yellow anymore is more than I've moved on from having to have my setup be "themed" and have gone for more about function. I can't say I'll never return to that, and may very well, but at this point, I'm pretty happy with just upgrading parts to parts with good prices and getting power and ease of use more than the look. (Some yellow peripherals were pretty bad, I got a Sensei gaming mouse in yellow, and I replaced it 4 times on warranty, never again.)

Though honestly nowadays it would be much easier, everything is RGB, I could just set the color and go from there. Finding dedicated Yellow LED's was a challenge back then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 28 January 2020, 16:15:53

I wonder if he ever checks the forums and just gave up?


I forget how much churn there is on the forum.

Soarer abruptly disappeared off both GH and DT about what? 3 years ago? 5? and has not been heard from since. We fear the worst. Leading up to his disappearance he had been talking about releasing his source code for some months.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Tue, 28 January 2020, 16:47:25
Still my HHKB. But I'm taking classes online and the lockdown browser doesn't let you use function keys. Ruh roh.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Adieu910 on Tue, 28 January 2020, 17:29:13
Yeah it's hard to coordinate colours. I imagine finding yellow parts is challenging. Maybe you should choose a green theme next.

It was a bit of a challenge back then, and I enjoyed the time it was all yellow, I didn't have a ton of people to show it to, so it didn't get a whole lot more than my doting on it.


Truthfully, part of the reason it isn't yellow anymore is more than I've moved on from having to have my setup be "themed" and have gone for more about function. I can't say I'll never return to that, and may very well, but at this point, I'm pretty happy with just upgrading parts to parts with good prices and getting power and ease of use more than the look. (Some yellow peripherals were pretty bad, I got a Sensei gaming mouse in yellow, and I replaced it 4 times on warranty, never again.)

Though honestly nowadays it would be much easier, everything is RGB, I could just set the color and go from there. Finding dedicated Yellow LED's was a challenge back then.
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I see. That makes sense. RGB is useful in that case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OtherBarry1992 on Tue, 28 January 2020, 22:31:21
Currently using a Gon Nerd TKL in a Carbon Fiber case from 1UP. 67g Zealeos and Pulse SA. Love it, been my daily driver for years now. Excuse the messy desk. Also seen is my Ducky Numpad calculator.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/zuXVRr3CmPSuyJHtpH0oE-yLoOO9HfDlYlGvmCjIj0n3lapzRr5mvWnFvp7lAGr9h0HVoNJPnQZBjBBbLKn3l6o9WM-Q8hPqrRNqprV8Zp6VGjWsiBL-qfTRk8fu-yafGfdeBi6j8kWMZy4qykqgqrGfXl8aXeO1rKMn-NXrgUJwoydzWOQTjoZHryeidvbrGKdOvmNEzpCnrgmgwyNKnx3lri9EOKPXGwnkonSZKbF0Al0uSD1bhgrLK9EOnyzx27vPhgOGMnLT-1VCzJ4AHnsa3eiQGBDc_OtULauzH9iJwZijIBNBncMsMXF7D_7UhPqjWphrgJb9_u15iIOS_8tVMLiPEx945CmYc05fL1PmB5d5mkRX8poTFPTBj_yk1to35VFDJWmJavu30nJ-LQZU79Ok2Ld1Rz2nu0jNYvUcYelddX9m6Dbvn5BEmx_BQ6TQ9Zla0PE-7k7284innEG_GzT4-C6VLa7KtpvkmzpiH7mfB8WidZnqfM5jfRX2H_1he0f2x1v2mzAhd6R67Nhk1IWh0ijRwf1sPaT8YMhuc_PLq9qcnXomxv3yP_jblC9C3RKm_5-Wl_eBLVCiZpSdcJPITq9HpzldPo8qM_Ju0-qweGAQq7Zo5EHfssnCpikxrCzvnmCLQD5LyWRlsS8XGzUiDRiexXop3hzx5LNbL8Flig3Ypw=w2022-h1516-no)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 30 January 2020, 12:44:13
OtherBarry1992, your image doesn't seem to be functioning.

I am using work keyboard #2, a Das Professional 4 with Kailh Box Navies and YMDK "Dolch" caps.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 31 January 2020, 11:31:29
OtherBarry1992, your image doesn't seem to be functioning.

I am using work keyboard #2, a Das Professional 4 with Kailh Box Navies and YMDK "Dolch" caps.

(Attachment Link)

My school most likely won't allow mech keebs for work
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 31 January 2020, 12:02:06
OtherBarry1992, your image doesn't seem to be functioning.

I am using work keyboard #2, a Das Professional 4 with Kailh Box Navies and YMDK "Dolch" caps.

(Attachment Link)

My school most likely won't allow mech keebs for work

Then they're heretics.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flurryvelvet on Sat, 01 February 2020, 00:23:21
A ZK-4 with Outemu Blues (and the standard ones, although I'm really hungry for the low-travel ones)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Thu, 06 February 2020, 05:21:47
A ZK-4 with Outemu Blues (and the standard ones, although I'm really hungry for the low-travel ones)

I need a clicky switch
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 06 February 2020, 07:21:26
A ZK-4 with Outemu Blues (and the standard ones, although I'm really hungry for the low-travel ones)

I need a clicky switch

Boards with Outemus are super cheap, probably feel better than Cherry MX anyway. Grab one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Thu, 06 February 2020, 10:58:30
A ZK-4 with Outemu Blues (and the standard ones, although I'm really hungry for the low-travel ones)

I need a clicky switch

Boards with Outemus are super cheap, probably feel better than Cherry MX anyway. Grab one.

Kahils are the worst feeling blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 06 February 2020, 12:01:20
Kahils are the worst feeling blues

I wouldn't know myself. When I see the generic "blue switch" descriptions, and the obviously Chinese boards, the only time I have bothered to try to figure out what type of knockoff it is is if I am looking around for a dirt cheap hot swap board and want to make sure it doesn't have Outemus in it because of the slightly different pin specs. Pretty sure my AK33's switches say Ajazz on them, lol, so I have no idea offhand who actually made those.

Addendum: Alright, I took the 5 minutes of effort to compare some Chinesium blue switches to the real deal. I have at least one board with Outemu blues, and not sure on that Ajazz AK33. They apparently used to have "Zorro" switches, maybe the newer ones are just the same switches with the Ajazz name slapped on them instead. It would make sense, since whatever is in the board feels pretty terrible even in comparison to the real deal Cherries. The very tactility itself feels like it is up for reinterpretation with each press and has even more of that signature rattle than Cherry. They're also more gritty than Cherries. The Outemu's on the other hand, for being literally the bottom-of-the-barrel switch on Amazon right now, are surprisingly smooth with crisp tactility, certainly much better than Cherry MX. Almost makes me wish I had some run-of-the-mill Kailh and Gateron blues to compare against, even if I don't care for anything MX-like at all anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RoboticRager on Thu, 06 February 2020, 21:44:57
Corsair K70 lux rgb with Cherry MX reds
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Ckeeb on Fri, 07 February 2020, 02:21:33
A Filco in office :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 07 February 2020, 07:22:13
Corsair K70 lux rgb with Cherry MX reds

Nice  :thumb:

Classy yet industrial-looking boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Fri, 07 February 2020, 10:20:26
(https://supkbd.nl/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_20200126_142911.jpg)

Lubrigrante R2 Wildcard with GMK Skidata.

65G TX Cherry MX silent lubed with 3204.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OtherBarry1992 on Fri, 07 February 2020, 12:11:08
OtherBarry1992, your image doesn't seem to be functioning.

I am using work keyboard #2, a Das Professional 4 with Kailh Box Navies and YMDK "Dolch" caps.


Working now?

(https://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm17/ucantescape1992/NerdTKL_Pulse_zpsg2qf1m3r.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Fri, 07 February 2020, 12:19:43
Kahils are the worst feeling blues

I wouldn't know myself. When I see the generic "blue switch" descriptions, and the obviously Chinese boards, the only time I have bothered to try to figure out what type of knockoff it is is if I am looking around for a dirt cheap hot swap board and want to make sure it doesn't have Outemus in it because of the slightly different pin specs. Pretty sure my AK33's switches say Ajazz on them, lol, so I have no idea offhand who actually made those.

Addendum: Alright, I took the 5 minutes of effort to compare some Chinesium blue switches to the real deal. I have at least one board with Outemu blues, and not sure on that Ajazz AK33. They apparently used to have "Zorro" switches, maybe the newer ones are just the same switches with the Ajazz name slapped on them instead. It would make sense, since whatever is in the board feels pretty terrible even in comparison to the real deal Cherries. The very tactility itself feels like it is up for reinterpretation with each press and has even more of that signature rattle than Cherry. They're also more gritty than Cherries. The Outemu's on the other hand, for being literally the bottom-of-the-barrel switch on Amazon right now, are surprisingly smooth with crisp tactility, certainly much better than Cherry MX. Almost makes me wish I had some run-of-the-mill Kailh and Gateron blues to compare against, even if I don't care for anything MX-like at all anymore.

I know because i did typing for 30 minutes with them on a logitech g board. They feel nothing compared to mx blues
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 07 February 2020, 12:37:46
OtherBarry1992, your image doesn't seem to be functioning.

I am using work keyboard #2, a Das Professional 4 with Kailh Box Navies and YMDK "Dolch" caps.


Working now?

Show Image
(https://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm17/ucantescape1992/NerdTKL_Pulse_zpsg2qf1m3r.jpg)


It is, very nice. You obviously put some planning into that aesthetic. The carbon fiber looks great with the caps.

I know because i did typing for 30 minutes with them on a logitech g board. They feel nothing compared to mx blues

Cherry MX blues already feel pretty bad compared to most of the competition though. If they're as bad as those Ajazz ones I have, that would be pretty sad. I'm now looking at that board as a prime candidate for the next board to be gutted and given the gift of Kailh box jades.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Sat, 08 February 2020, 13:47:01
Just cleaned it up and put back together. My first typing on Model M after 26 years....

(https://deskthority.net/download/file.php?id=58354)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Sat, 08 February 2020, 14:54:13
Nice and clean Model M! Those were built to last.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 08 February 2020, 15:29:36
Nice and clean Model M! Those were built to last.

... besides the membranes ... and the plastic rivets. Still cool old boards though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Sat, 08 February 2020, 15:55:33
Sure, they were built to last 40 years, not the 200 years of the Model F!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 08 February 2020, 21:43:05
Sure, they were built to last 40 years, not the 200 years of the Model F!

You think a Model F will only last 200 years? That sounds like a challenge! :D It is a shame that none of us will be around to see the first of them die of age-related problems.

I would argue, although it is more appropriate for the "unpopular opinions" thread, that the Model M is not a particularly robust design for those reasons, even compared to most modern mechanical keyboards. Sure, the cheap chinesium ones probably wouldn't survive the same sorts of direct physical abuse to the casing, but the switches should all at least feel the same, even if it is broken in half. And even the cheapest of the cheap chinesium boards don't deal with fragile membranes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Sun, 09 February 2020, 08:21:40
Sure, they were built to last 40 years, not the 200 years of the Model F!

You think a Model F will only last 200 years? That sounds like a challenge! :D It is a shame that none of us will be around to see the first of them die of age-related problems.

I would argue, although it is more appropriate for the "unpopular opinions" thread, that the Model M is not a particularly robust design for those reasons, even compared to most modern mechanical keyboards. Sure, the cheap chinesium ones probably wouldn't survive the same sorts of direct physical abuse to the casing, but the switches should all at least feel the same, even if it is broken in half. And even the cheapest of the cheap chinesium boards don't deal with fragile membranes.

200 years for a keyboard? huh?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 09 February 2020, 16:47:29
200 years for a keyboard? huh?

We were (mostly) joking. The Model F doesn't have much that can go wrong with it though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Sun, 09 February 2020, 17:43:33
200 years for a keyboard? huh?

We were (mostly) joking. The Model F doesn't have much that can go wrong with it though.

oh ok

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bahamot on Tue, 11 February 2020, 23:43:02
Still using poker on FMJ aluminium case
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 14 February 2020, 09:58:55
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Fri, 14 February 2020, 10:26:09
Damn I really need to finally do that full ANSI and alt key mod to my F AT and get it into the keyboard rotation.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 14 February 2020, 10:50:35
Damn I really need to finally do that full ANSI and alt key mod to my F AT and get it into the keyboard rotation.

That's still tempting, but between my F ATs, DC-2014s, K-151Ls, etc, and forcing myself to use them at work for a short period, it wasn't too tough to become relatively accustomed to the AT layout.

I would rather not modify an original F AT. It felt weird to me even just putting box jades into a Unitek K-151L. I have at least one of Ellipse's new ones on order though (for now). Do you have an F-122? They're easier to adapt without breaking out power tools.

The only compromise I couldn't make, which many don't even seem to care about, is the lack of a Windows key. Working with teachers, in a school, it is nice to be able to demonstrate the helpful hotkeys that incorporate it, so that I don't have to try to show them how to navigate 3-4+ menus and submenus otherwise. They usually have a hard enough time remembering they can just hit Windows key + P to fix their display settings when docking and undocking their laptops as it is. Those hotkeys are just really nice anyway, especially with the ones they added with Windows 8 + 10.

I got some of those usb foot pedals for that and mapped them to the windows key. Works pretty nicely.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: keeboardwarrior on Fri, 14 February 2020, 11:16:41
THE60 with lubed Milky Gateron Yellows, lubed GMK stabs and SA Quartz keyset
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Man In Blue on Fri, 14 February 2020, 16:09:04
Im getting the chance to break in a Realforce R2 TKL. Really enjoying it. Ill probably break it in for a month or 2, then lube her up and try to get my hands on a norbaforce. Really enjoying this board so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Techno Trousers on Fri, 14 February 2020, 16:46:43



I would rather not modify an original F AT. It felt weird to me even just putting box jades into a Unitek K-151L. I have at least one of Ellipse's new ones on order though (for now). Do you have an F-122? They're easier to adapt without breaking out power tools.
I do have an F122, and I ANSI modded that. I use an Orihalcon Soarer's converter cable with it, so I do have a key mapped to Windows, and that helps a lot. I personally don't think it's an issue modding old keyboards. From my perspective they are primarily a tool, not a collector's item, so it makes sense to modify them to best work for that purpose.

I haven't ordered an Ellipse reproduction. Those are not quite TKL form factor either, so I think I'll be just as happy with a modded F AT. Of course I will use a soarer's cable with it as well to have Windows key and extra ANSI keys mapped.

The ultimate capacitive buckling spring keyboard for me would be the MF/Mara, but I despair of it ever being completed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 15 February 2020, 13:23:11
I do have an F122, and I ANSI modded that. I use an Orihalcon Soarer's converter cable with it, so I do have a key mapped to Windows, and that helps a lot. I personally don't think it's an issue modding old keyboards. From my perspective they are primarily a tool, not a collector's item, so it makes sense to modify them to best work for that purpose.

I haven't ordered an Ellipse reproduction. Those are not quite TKL form factor either, so I think I'll be just as happy with a modded F AT. Of course I will use a soarer's cable with it as well to have Windows key and extra ANSI keys mapped.

The ultimate capacitive buckling spring keyboard for me would be the MF/Mara, but I despair of it ever being completed.

Nice. I wouldn't mind doing the same with an F122. Even the F AT takes up a lot of desk space, space I already don't have enough of at work. I like the idea of a solid metal chassis too, and not having to worry about beating up an 80's relic.

Silo beam springs will happen at least.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sat, 15 February 2020, 15:26:59
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My test bed Klippe still as I'm trying to get the Chellows (Gat yellows with Cherry tops) I got in it broken in enough to go into my E6.5 since you can't open the switches with it's plate. Just gave it a change up to GMK Nines from Oblivion V2 today. Really digging how well Nines matches the gray Klippe color!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Mon, 24 February 2020, 00:23:31
Just finished putting together this board today and using it to type this:

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Here are the specs:


The Zilents’ stems are lubed with krytox 205 and the springs are lubed with krytox 105. The stabs are lubed with krytox 205 also and the band-aid mod is in place. There is a Sorbothane pad between the case and the PCB for extra dampenning. Very smooth, quiet, yet bumpy feel on the keys … I’m pretty proud of this build, if I do say so myself. One slight annoyance is that the stabs on the space bar hit slightly on the way back up … If anyone has any pointers it will be much appreciated. Perhaps more lube?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 25 February 2020, 20:24:33
Right now I'm using a DSI 90 key modular mechanical keyboard. I do not like it very much. Planning to replace the switches with BOX clicky (started a thread to ask people about their favorite clickbar switches) and then will give it to my brother, who has never used a mechanical keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: josefadamcik on Thu, 27 February 2020, 05:36:33
SofleKeyboard - a modification of Lily58 I have designed (this is first build of first version).

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 27 February 2020, 07:28:49
SofleKeyboard - a modification of Lily58 I have designed (this is first build of first version).

(Attachment Link)

Cool board.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 27 February 2020, 10:48:02
SofleKeyboard - a modification of Lily58 I have designed (this is first build of first version).

(Attachment Link)

Cool board.  :thumb:

Yup, looks very cool. GMK Oblivion is great for Split Ergo boards  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Fri, 28 February 2020, 17:25:32
Cooler Master Quickfire Rapid with MX Greens at the moment. Thinking of throwing my Hirose Oranges into it for the hell of it but we shall see.

(https://i.imgur.com/UiVCWnb.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Fri, 28 February 2020, 21:56:35
Cooler Master Quickfire Rapid with MX Greens at the moment. Thinking of throwing my Hirose Oranges into it for the hell of it but we shall see.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/UiVCWnb.jpg)


The date is February 28, 2020, and you are still using MX Greens instead of clickbar switches?  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sat, 29 February 2020, 04:30:07
One of a kind 67 key Titanium case, brass plate Korean. Drop Halo True with Keycaps from 6 different Japanese vintage theme sets PBT Double shot thick. USB C with Red Kevlar cord. As usual would post pic if this site hosted.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Sun, 01 March 2020, 07:32:06
Cooler Master Quickfire Rapid with MX Greens at the moment. Thinking of throwing my Hirose Oranges into it for the hell of it but we shall see.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/UiVCWnb.jpg)


The date is February 28, 2020, and you are still using MX Greens instead of clickbar switches?  :'(

Mx greens are my type
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: walie on Sun, 01 March 2020, 08:11:39
One of a kind 67 key Titanium case, brass plate Korean. Drop Halo True with Keycaps from 6 different Japanese vintage theme sets PBT Double shot thick. USB C with Red Kevlar cord. As usual would post pic if this site hosted.

Lol no you’re not
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bbqkimchi on Sun, 01 March 2020, 13:49:49
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660M, unlubed 62g V2 Zealios, stock keycaps, clipped and lubed stabs, Zap cable. Thanks for looking :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: IntrospectiveBeet on Mon, 02 March 2020, 11:26:11
I'm using one of those colourful keyboards with the worst rubber domes made to teach autistic children typing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epicfacethe3rd on Mon, 02 March 2020, 12:00:28
dell big-space rubber dome keyboard because my daily driver is drying out
I'm using one of those colourful keyboards with the worst rubber domes made to teach autistic children typing.

and i thought i had it bad
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Mon, 02 March 2020, 22:47:58
Walie, plant one right on the void of my tushy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Tue, 03 March 2020, 04:27:42
Cooler Master Quickfire Rapid with MX Greens at the moment. Thinking of throwing my Hirose Oranges into it for the hell of it but we shall see.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/UiVCWnb.jpg)


The date is February 28, 2020, and you are still using MX Greens instead of clickbar switches?  :'(

I mean this keyboard is like 7 years old and anyways, I'd rather be using Alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sintpinty on Tue, 03 March 2020, 08:44:36
HP SK with chiclet domes
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 03 March 2020, 10:27:16
Cooler Master Quickfire Rapid with MX Greens at the moment. Thinking of throwing my Hirose Oranges into it for the hell of it but we shall see.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/UiVCWnb.jpg)


Another nicely modified board.

One of a kind 67 key Titanium case, brass plate Korean. Drop Halo True with Keycaps from 6 different Japanese vintage theme sets PBT Double shot thick. USB C with Red Kevlar cord. As usual would post pic if this site hosted.

... it does.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 03 March 2020, 10:44:36
Cooler Master Quickfire Rapid with MX Greens at the moment. Thinking of throwing my Hirose Oranges into it for the hell of it but we shall see.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/UiVCWnb.jpg)


The date is February 28, 2020, and you are still using MX Greens instead of clickbar switches?  :'(

I mean this keyboard is like 7 years old and anyways, I'd rather be using Alps

As long as you see the light :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Tue, 03 March 2020, 11:43:01
I just noticed after all of these years. TG3 keycaps are much smaller than standard keycaps such as DSA.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 03 March 2020, 12:48:39
I just noticed after all of these years. TG3 keycaps are much smaller than standard keycaps such as DSA.

Yup, not terrible caps though in my opinion, considering the surplus price of these boards.

When you click reply, immediately below the box where you input text to respond to someone, do you see the orange box with a white cross in it, with the orange text "Attachments and other options" immediately to the right of it?

That's how you attach images to posts without third party websites. Make sure that the text cursor is where you want the image in the message, browse for the file and choose in the drop-down menu how you want that image to be displayed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Tue, 03 March 2020, 19:54:03
My Keyboard.





Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Shikada on Thu, 05 March 2020, 08:08:16
Is this some very high level or very low level trolling? I can't tell.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: diymkb on Thu, 05 March 2020, 09:49:29
Is this some very high level or very low level trolling? I can't tell.

It looks like the KBD67v2 MKII (or older version) or the Drop ALT high profile viewed from the top.

EDIT: Uploaded picture has been changed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Thu, 05 March 2020, 13:06:19
You guys are just incredible. You finally persuade me to post a pic here. Then you start saying it is not real. Figures. Envy. You people are so below me from now on I am just going to have fun toying with you. actually what it really is is a Anne 2. idiots.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Thu, 05 March 2020, 14:16:11
You used your first post to mention that? plus you had to edit one line of text? The other poster has but 9 posts? Actually, I am not so insulted yet. Let Walie insult me please, That shall truly break my heart, Not to mention I had ben plugging this thread in other threads for 2 days prior and no one even commented on it. You two are lost? The Home button is in the top left hand corner. I suggest that you use it. Since the two of you obviously know nothing about keyboards. Hence, having all of 10 posts here between the two of you. I do not feel so bad yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Thu, 05 March 2020, 15:11:39
We bow to you supreme commander
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Thu, 05 March 2020, 20:13:17
I do not mean to be a jerk Blaise. Why do people attack me on here? I mean on his first post? Come on. Please give me a break. I never did anything to anyone. Granted, I am annoying. So is TP4 and no one gangs up on him. In fact, many people including myself respect him. What did I ever do to deserve this treatment? I really like it here but eventually you folks are going to cause me to leave. So, then yeah you all win. Good for you. The keyboard is as I said. A lot of boards look similar. They just named two they could not even make up their mind. Of which it is neither BTW. All I ask is for a select few to please stop hating on me. The only reason I just took a defensive stance. It is not against the elders here. Of which I am one of.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: walie on Thu, 05 March 2020, 21:27:28
Never break Kayfabe
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 05 March 2020, 22:07:55
I do not mean to be a jerk Blaise. Why do people attack me on here? I mean on his first post? Come on. Please give me a break. I never did anything to anyone. Granted, I am annoying. So is TP4 and no one gangs up on him. In fact, many people including myself respect him. What did I ever do to deserve this treatment? I really like it here but eventually you folks are going to cause me to leave. So, then yeah you all win. Good for you. The keyboard is as I said. A lot of boards look similar. They just named two they could not even make up their mind. Of which it is neither BTW. All I ask is for a select few to please stop hating on me. The only reason I just took a defensive stance. It is not against the elders here. Of which I am one of.

@ typo,  Remain Calm.

PLENTY of people used 2 gang up on Tp4, they're dead now.. 

Don't take the internet so seriously, it's a place where people drink H8erade.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Thu, 05 March 2020, 22:24:23
Wise words from a wise man. TP4, I liken you to Yoda but much better looking. If that is okay with you. You are a good guy. You always gave me a chance. You were always mature.

Walie, I think the point has been made tenfold by now. I shall never post a pic here again. Thank you come again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: walie on Fri, 06 March 2020, 07:00:23
Wise words from a wise man. TP4, I liken you to Yoda but much better looking. If that is okay with you. You are a good guy. You always gave me a chance. You were always mature.

Walie, I think the point has been made tenfold by now. I shall never post a pic here again. Thank you come again.

I think its for the best. It was pretty disappointing to see what your Korean custom turned out to be. Sometimes things are better left to the imagination.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Thu, 12 March 2020, 21:18:50
I just noticed my Korean board has two different whites! a daylight white and a milky white. I had it on the daylight. I prefer the milky now. I figure any RGB board could do this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 13 March 2020, 07:21:26
I just noticed my Korean board has two different whites! a daylight white and a milky white. I had it on the daylight. I prefer the milky now. I figure any RGB board could do this.

If you go and look at modern LED light bulbs, they'll describe them as different types of white. "soft" white vs "daylight", etc. You'll see the same in projector image settings. "Daylight" is supposed to be as close to a natural white as possible. "Soft" white is usually more like an old-school incandescent, with a bit of a yellow glow. A lot of times, they'll screw up daylight and go too far towards more of a blue tint. Any true RGB leds should definitely be able to run the gamut. I imagine the ones with separate red, green, and blue diodes might have trouble, even with a good diffuser.

That F77 I found on Ebay came in. Words cannot describe it. It does feel lighter than an original F, for some reason, maybe a difference in manufacture of the modern springs. It also, interestingly, feels a little less smooth than my F ATs and F XT, but maybe that's because of a lack of wear. Certainly still much smoother and consistent than any Model M I have felt. It took hours to get the flippers and springs configured right so as to not stick (I imagine that's why the seller gave up and sold it), but first impressions are that replacement of either should never be necessary, it just seems to take some tweaking. I'll probably go into detail on my thoughts in the official new Model F thread. Unicomp left out my second Geekhack key, not sure about keeping the eject key, and I have at least one random placeholder for now. I also plan do do an aviator connector mod, so it isn't ready for the spotlight yet anyway.

First impressions are great though. Most of the caps were pulled from a 1988 Model M, for now. The rest are Unicomp.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Fri, 13 March 2020, 08:34:04
Congratulations! That is a Grail keyboard. I actually have a bunch of them from old office but they are completely trashed beyond repair. Like badly cracked cases ETC. I had computers back to Timex and Vic 20 but IBM XT was my first "real" computer. or Apple II maybe. Of course the latter had a built in keyboard. It was nice though. They do not build things like that any more.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 13 March 2020, 08:58:05
Congratulations! That is a Grail keyboard. I actually have a bunch of them from old office but they are completely trashed beyond repair. Like badly cracked cases ETC. I had computers back to Timex and Vic 20 but IBM XT was my first "real" computer. or Apple II maybe. Of course the latter had a built in keyboard. It was nice though. They do not build things like that any more.

Thank you very much. I don't know that I would call it a grail keyboard, since it is newly-manufactured. It is (currently) pretty rare, and in high demand, though.  Ellipse does build things like that still, even if the manufacture is in China now. The chassis on the new ones is even solid Zinc. IBM was apparently using some sort of low-quality alloy. What IBM 4704 keyboards have you got? I really want to get my hands on an F107. I imagine the cracks could be epoxied or something.

I hadn't even seen a Vic 20 in person until 2 or 3 months back at a recycling place. They had a TRS 80, Commodore 64, and others as well. A cool little hole-in-the-wall place in Slinger.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Fri, 13 March 2020, 09:44:04
If you don't mind me asking, you are young? Since you say you have not seen that stuff. I am 73. I remember punch cards well. Do you know what those are?
Nah you don't want my boards. They are non functioning. I can only recycle so much at once. Law up in Milwaukee. Saving light stuff for last. I meant the originals. Not new Chinese. Even if they use better metal now. Go figure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 13 March 2020, 10:51:59
If you don't mind me asking, you are young? Since you say you have not seen that stuff. I am 73. I remember punch cards well. Do you know what those are?
Nah you don't want my boards. They are non functioning. I can only recycle so much at once. Law up in Milwaukee. Saving light stuff for last. I meant the originals. Not new Chinese. Even if they use better metal now. Go figure.

I am 30. I know of punch cards, but I know of a lot of things some might assume that I would not.

I know what you mean. I don't care if they function. Have you got an F107 chassis that I could epoxy and sand? I know of someone selling the guts.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Fri, 13 March 2020, 11:46:56
I will have too look through all of them overnight for you. This is stupid but does it say F107 on the tag on back? Otherwise I don't know. I just know what a model For M looks like. I think punch cards were just before you were born. No wait, way before you were born. That was like 1969. You must know because you read about them or someone told you. Even TRS80 is older than you! I had Apple I kit. No problem to get you keyboard if I have it. Same state.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 13 March 2020, 15:01:51
I research many things, and hear others. I know a guy that works in a recycling facility ... and who basically has an entire house full of hardware worthy of a museum. I sent you a PM about the F107, as that's a bit off-topic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gorauskas on Wed, 18 March 2020, 22:37:35
Tokyo60 v3 with kailh box white and gmk space cadet

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 19 March 2020, 08:12:52
Tokyo60 v3 with kailh box white and gmk space cadet

Looks great.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: subluxe on Thu, 19 March 2020, 12:31:53
Using a Tofu65 right now for the time being, waiting for my EO-87 and J-02 to come in! Just built a friends Orion v3 so I've been using that as well for the time being.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Disciplexeon on Thu, 19 March 2020, 18:41:06
I'm currently typing on my Akko 3068 Oceanstar SE with Cherry reds, and while I have never been a fan of cherry, the quality of the board and the keycaps makes them actually sound decent. I'm planning on saving up and making my first build with lubed Gateron milky blacks at some point in time. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 19 March 2020, 18:48:28
kn2.10^2, cherry mx clear with 3 layers of ro59, 63.5g springs with gpl-105

black blank pbt until gmk alter arrives

potato cuz lazy:
(https://i.imgur.com/1gpVhZG.jpg)

might cerakote black to navy
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meiosis on Thu, 19 March 2020, 20:12:49
kn2.10^2, cherry mx clear with 3 layers of ro59, 63.5g springs with gpl-105

black blank pbt until gmk alter arrives

potato cuz lazy:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/1gpVhZG.jpg)


might cerakote black to navy
weeb
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 20 March 2020, 07:56:47
kn2.10^2, cherry mx clear with 3 layers of ro59, 63.5g springs with gpl-105

black blank pbt until gmk alter arrives

might cerakote black to navy

Both boards look great. I especially like the black one, just the way it is. What is all of this about cerakote anyway? I know its properties well, from firearms. I'm very surprised to see it being used on keyboards. Why use it over other finishes in these applications?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shine on Fri, 20 March 2020, 13:55:22
ATM an M122  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 20 March 2020, 14:45:04
ATM an M122  :))

Glorious  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 20 March 2020, 16:15:18
kn2.10^2, cherry mx clear with 3 layers of ro59, 63.5g springs with gpl-105

black blank pbt until gmk alter arrives

might cerakote black to navy

Both boards look great. I especially like the black one, just the way it is. What is all of this about cerakote anyway? I know its properties well, from firearms. I'm very surprised to see it being used on keyboards. Why use it over other finishes in these applications?

easy to mix colors

cheaper than stripping and reanodizing

powder coating is too thick sometimes


the black seen here is electro plated
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 20 March 2020, 17:00:06
kn2.10^2, cherry mx clear with 3 layers of ro59, 63.5g springs with gpl-105

black blank pbt until gmk alter arrives

might cerakote black to navy

Both boards look great. I especially like the black one, just the way it is. What is all of this about cerakote anyway? I know its properties well, from firearms. I'm very surprised to see it being used on keyboards. Why use it over other finishes in these applications?

easy to mix colors

cheaper than stripping and reanodizing

powder coating is too thick sometimes


the black seen here is electro plated

That makes sense. I never would have thought tolerances would be that tight on keyboards, but maybe with some weird cap sets and/or extremely tight tolerances between the tops and bottoms of cases? Cerakote is a very durable finish too, not the most durable around, but not far off.

That braided usb cable is cool too, by the way. I would have never thought of something like that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 21 March 2020, 11:58:47
And for a change, I usually switch to a near-new Northgate Omnikey101 for a few days.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Blaise170 on Sat, 21 March 2020, 13:58:27
Does the crystal increase your typing speed?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 21 March 2020, 14:03:08
Does the crystal increase your typing speed?

No, it is possible that its calming effect even slows me down, but it is probably worth it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 23 March 2020, 12:25:50
And for a change, I usually switch to a near-new Northgate Omnikey101 for a few days.

Wow. That's cool. What all did you do to that F122?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 23 March 2020, 13:07:57

What all did you do to that F122?


Not really all that much. I took it apart and did the ANSI mod (note the 3 brass screws that I always add for supplemental tension in the plates). I painted the plate "Hammered Copper" Rustoleum and cut a new mat out of "Chestnut Brown" art foam. I shaped wooden inserts to fill the voids in the bottom tray on each side, they are just in there loose.

I re-painted everywhere that made sense, just to freshen it up, and there is a fair amount of waffle rubber drawer liner underneath the internals to reduce noise along with my requisite floss mod. At the back I added the handle and cut a piece of black plastic for a shield to keep the brains of the operation out of sight and out of harm's way. The cut glass drawer pull required drilling a hole, and I used rubber washers just in case.

To put the top shell back on, I would have to remove the drawer pull, the plastic shield, and the handle.

If you have a 122-key Model F and are curious, just take the top off for a week. I think that you might like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 23 March 2020, 19:35:53

What all did you do to that F122?


Not really all that much. I took it apart and did the ANSI mod (note the 3 brass screws that I always add for supplemental tension in the plates). I painted the plate "Hammered Copper" Rustoleum and cut a new mat out of "Chestnut Brown" art foam. I shaped wooden inserts to fill the voids in the bottom tray on each side, they are just in there loose.

I re-painted everywhere that made sense, just to freshen it up, and there is a fair amount of waffle rubber drawer liner underneath the internals to reduce noise along with my requisite floss mod. At the back I added the handle and cut a piece of black plastic for a shield to keep the brains of the operation out of sight and out of harm's way. The cut glass drawer pull required drilling a hole, and I used rubber washers just in case.

To put the top shell back on, I would have to remove the drawer pull, the plastic shield, and the handle.

If you have a 122-key Model F and are curious, just take the top off for a week. I think that you might like it.

Alas, I do not. I don't know if I ever will either, since I have an F XT, 2 F ATs, a new F77 ... and still want an F107. I sure wouldn't mind having one some day though, and that carry handle mod is good enough reason for me to take the guts out and leave them out, hopefully with a board that's already got a trashed case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Tue, 24 March 2020, 02:06:30
(https://massdrop-s3.imgix.net/img_comment/1585033468955.185486769393813798055561-MelGeekMGEmberkeycapsetdawndusk.jpg?auto=format&fm=jpg&fit=max&w=796&h=425&dpr=1&q=70)
New coming  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Tue, 24 March 2020, 03:20:22
Maledicted, I am really sorry I let you down. I hope you do not think I was holding out on you. I honestly did not see anything that was remotely fixable or even the right model. As close as you are it would certainly have been no big deal. I just thought, did you call that place and no answer? The guy is a Germaphobe! Also, finally I am just going to pay a semi or two to take all the electronic junk. Could cost a lot but I am tired of it already. It is all either non working or outright destroyed. Everyone else, Sorry for off topic. Right now I am going to go spend some time trying to find the very few Topre key cap sets.  I have not checked in about 6 years so hopefully a little more selection now. My only issue with the stock ones is on the black the font nearly blends in with the cap. I am a touch typist anyhow though. Right now it is 100% black in here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 24 March 2020, 18:10:28
Maledicted, I am really sorry I let you down. I hope you do not think I was holding out on you. I honestly did not see anything that was remotely fixable or even the right model. As close as you are it would certainly have been no big deal. I just thought, did you call that place and no answer? The guy is a Germaphobe! Also, finally I am just going to pay a semi or two to take all the electronic junk. Could cost a lot but I am tired of it already. It is all either non working or outright destroyed. Everyone else, Sorry for off topic. Right now I am going to go spend some time trying to find the very few Topre key cap sets.  I have not checked in about 6 years so hopefully a little more selection now. My only issue with the stock ones is on the black the font nearly blends in with the cap. I am a touch typist anyhow though. Right now it is 100% black in here.

You have what you have. I know how that song and dance works, I have hung out at quite a few recycling facilities. I don't think the 4704 keyboards were made in very significant numbers to begin with. I haven't tried contacting him yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: menuhin on Wed, 25 March 2020, 10:59:53
NeXT non-ADB keyboard with rejuvenated and powder-lubed Alps SKCM Cream switches.
Title: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: enrique.aliaga on Wed, 25 March 2020, 16:27:13
Northgate OmniKey Plus with Alps SKCM White, manufactured on December of 1989, acquired NIB on 2017.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 25 March 2020, 22:36:23
Northgate OmniKey Plus with Alps SKCM White, manufactured on December of 1989, acquired NIB on 2017.

Nice. I really wish I had gotten mine in better shape. It is going to be ... fun ... trying to clean it up.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 25 March 2020, 23:23:03
So My M122 from Unicomp is in on Warranty because it's USB controller fried, I'm quite sad about it, but thankfully it's still on warranty so it wasn't the worst thing.

In the meantime, instead of both that and my F122, I've got that and my GMMK with Kailh Box Jades on them, with DSA Elven on it:

[attachimg=1]

I had gotten a few recommendations from people on here to try Jades and Navies, and while I was putting this together, I couldn't get my hands on Navies, and decided to just do Jades, and I'm like incredibly happy with that decision. It's great.

I set the keys to glow green after a press as well, which really fits with the theme. I do love this board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 25 March 2020, 23:51:06
So My M122 from Unicomp is in on Warranty because it's USB controller fried, I'm quite sad about it, but thankfully it's still on warranty so it wasn't the worst thing.

In the meantime, instead of both that and my F122, I've got that and my GMMK with Kailh Box Jades on them, with DSA Elven on it:

I had gotten a few recommendations from people on here to try Jades and Navies, and while I was putting this together, I couldn't get my hands on Navies, and decided to just do Jades, and I'm like incredibly happy with that decision. It's great.

I set the keys to glow green after a press as well, which really fits with the theme. I do love this board.

That's a really cool cap set. I knew you would like jades. Closest thing I have found to the feel of any good vintage clicky switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 25 March 2020, 23:53:25
So My M122 from Unicomp is in on Warranty because it's USB controller fried, I'm quite sad about it, but thankfully it's still on warranty so it wasn't the worst thing.

In the meantime, instead of both that and my F122, I've got that and my GMMK with Kailh Box Jades on them, with DSA Elven on it:

I had gotten a few recommendations from people on here to try Jades and Navies, and while I was putting this together, I couldn't get my hands on Navies, and decided to just do Jades, and I'm like incredibly happy with that decision. It's great.

I set the keys to glow green after a press as well, which really fits with the theme. I do love this board.

That's a really cool cap set. I knew you would like jades. Closest thing I have found to the feel of any good vintage clicky switches.

true story man, you were like 70% of that recommendation pressure. I'm very very glad I listened.

They do have a very vintage feel, I never thought about that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KBDoods on Wed, 25 March 2020, 23:55:45
Corne with polar pandas and guess what keycaps. Case 3d printed from keyhive, this thing sounds like a machine gun

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sat, 28 March 2020, 00:47:36
I found out what my keyboard is. A guy I know came over. The Army trained him to be a Translator in the Korean war. When he came back he spent the next 40 years helping S. Korean families settle in America. So he speaks fluent Korean. It is a Rama works Koyu. Tank with back weight. I take it was worth the money then. Since you would be hard pressed to even find one. Now it has Halo Trues And KAT Milkshake. Plus custom cord that can tow a Semi. I prefer Topre anyways. I will not post another picture of it as agreed upon with other members here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: walie on Sat, 28 March 2020, 01:46:15
I found out what my keyboard is. A guy I know came over. The Army trained him to be a Translator in the Korean war. When he came back he spent the next 40 years helping S. Korean families settle in America. So he speaks fluent Korean. It is a Rama works Koyu. Tank with back weight. I take it was worth the money then. Since you would be hard pressed to even find one. Now it has Halo Trues And KAT Milkshake. Plus custom cord that can tow a Semi. I prefer Topre anyways. I will not post another picture of it as agreed upon with other members here.

Pants on fire...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sat, 28 March 2020, 03:02:08
Nah walie, this time you are really wrong. I wear Firefighter pullups. Just because they last for rough work. However they do not start on fire! HA! I get your joke though. Seriously, I do not understand why sometimes you are helpful to me and usually at odds. At least you have toned it down though. I do not mind cheap insults at all. Just please save really nasty stuff. This is a family forum. Hey, remember you actually tried to help me figure out why QMK would not work on it. That was nice of you at least. Unfortunately it still does not work. Luckily Rama has their own app but it is not nearly as good as Json. I think Rama makes it pretty clear that QMK does not support it Except the toolbox to burn the firmware. It will do. I kind of expect I spend this much, full customization. Plus I have already waited a month+.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: walie on Sat, 28 March 2020, 14:54:16
Nah walie, this time you are really wrong. I wear Firefighter pullups. Just because they last for rough work. However they do not start on fire! HA! I get your joke though. Seriously, I do not understand why sometimes you are helpful to me and usually at odds. At least you have toned it down though. I do not mind cheap insults at all. Just please save really nasty stuff. This is a family forum. Hey, remember you actually tried to help me figure out why QMK would not work on it. That was nice of you at least. Unfortunately it still does not work. Luckily Rama has their own app but it is not nearly as good as Json. I think Rama makes it pretty clear that QMK does not support it Except the toolbox to burn the firmware. It will do. I kind of expect I spend this much, full customization. Plus I have already waited a month+.

Rama doesn't state that at all. Surely someone of your intelligence and experience would have known that. Although the room does get hotter when you come in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sat, 28 March 2020, 20:07:10
Read between he lines bro. It is listed in there. when yo go to flash, board dead have to reset and your new settings not retained. Use their VIA
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: walie on Sat, 28 March 2020, 23:45:19
there are so so so many unnecessary lines.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: elmo on Tue, 31 March 2020, 16:55:00
Luckily Rama has their own app but it is not nearly as good as Json. I think Rama makes it pretty clear that QMK does not support it Except the toolbox to burn the firmware. It will do. I kind of expect I spend this much, full customization. Plus I have already waited a month+.

1. Koyu is perfectly well supported by QMK
2. VIA is not made by Rama
3. VIA is QMK. It's just a GUI for it and based on a different keymap that has some additional features enabled

4. you are wrong in almost every sentence. stop trolling. thanks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Wed, 01 April 2020, 10:37:19
Currently using my iKBC New Poker II that I swapped switches on, I swapped in Gateron Ink Blacks and Gateron Yellows (Lubed w/ 205g0)
IMO a much better experience w/ the board now compared to when it had MX-Browns on it.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 01 April 2020, 10:44:15
Currently using my iKBC New Poker II that I swapped switches on, I swapped in Gateron Ink Blacks and Gateron Yellows (Lubed w/ 205g0)
IMO a much better experience w/ the board now compared to when it had MX-Browns on it.

Looking good.  :thumb: I have those same caps on a K65. Not bad at all for the price.

Everything is a better experience than MX browns, sadly.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Wed, 01 April 2020, 12:08:04
Thanks,  lol true I do plan on taking apart the browns I pulled to lube them slightly but in all I guess they're just spare switches at this point.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: XCII on Wed, 01 April 2020, 15:44:41
I just purchased a Realforce 88U from KeyboardCo. I am VERY happy with it, and I hope to have it for many years :-D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 01 April 2020, 15:50:44
I just purchased a Realforce 88U from KeyboardCo. I am VERY happy with it, and I hope to have it for many years :-D

Nice. I have had a growing urge to get a topre board, just to see what all of the hubbub is all about myself, but being mostly into very loud clickies, I can't be confident that I would like them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: XCII on Wed, 01 April 2020, 16:56:32
I just purchased a Realforce 88U from KeyboardCo. I am VERY happy with it, and I hope to have it for many years :-D

Nice. I have had a growing urge to get a topre board, just to see what all of the hubbub is all about myself, but being mostly into very loud clickies, I can't be confident that I would like them.



There seems to be a consencus (?) that Topre boards holds their value quite well. Going by that, you should be able to resell your keyboard if you aren't happy with it, and get most of your money back :-)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Wed, 01 April 2020, 18:41:13
I just purchased a Realforce 88U from KeyboardCo. I am VERY happy with it, and I hope to have it for many years :-D

Nice. I have had a growing urge to get a topre board, just to see what all of the hubbub is all about myself, but being mostly into very loud clickies, I can't be confident that I would like them.



There seems to be a consencus (?) that Topre boards holds their value quite well. Going by that, you should be able to resell your keyboard if you aren't happy with it, and get most of your money back :-)

they used hold value good. I guess now there is a lot in the wild being sold dropping the price hard. You can get a HHKB Pro 2 for 140 dollars these days on mech market. Have seen plenty going for that price.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Fri, 03 April 2020, 06:44:47
I'm currently using the Bastron Glass Keyboard.
At first it was frustrating to get tpying fast on it or touchh-typing. It takes a bit of getting used to, but I like using it. Makes me feel like I am using the keyboard from IronMan.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Fri, 03 April 2020, 06:55:18
[attachimg=1]

Finally built my Duck Raven up with some pristine SKCM oranges I linerized, thing types like a dream! I also got a batch of SKCM browns I may swap in later, but I am seriously enjoying these linearized oranges.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 03 April 2020, 08:11:49
I'm currently using the Bastron Glass Keyboard.
At first it was frustrating to get tpying fast on it or touchh-typing. It takes a bit of getting used to, but I like using it. Makes me feel like I am using the keyboard from IronMan.

Seriously? Ha. I never thought I would see that board on here until/if I ever ended up sending mine out for review. I found one for cheap and snatched it up just to see how horrible it was for myself. It does definitely seem like something out of a sci-fi movie though.

Finally built my Duck Raven up with some pristine SKCM oranges I linerized, thing types like a dream! I also got a batch of SKCM browns I may swap in later, but I am seriously enjoying these linearized oranges.

I bet. I almost want a modern alps board, maybe eventually. Nice subdued look to that board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Fri, 03 April 2020, 14:21:11
Seriously? Ha. I never thought I would see that board on here until/if I ever ended up sending mine out for review. I found one for cheap and snatched it up just to see how horrible it was for myself. It does definitely seem like something out of a sci-fi movie though.

:)) :)) :)) :))

It is a sort of "Marmite" keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flurryvelvet on Sat, 04 April 2020, 05:25:32
A Logitech K100.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 04 April 2020, 07:44:47

It is a sort of "Marmite" keyboard.

OK, I'll bite. Are you saying that it is safe to eat messy foods while using it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sat, 04 April 2020, 07:51:52
Finally built my Duck Raven up with some pristine SKCM oranges I linerized, thing types like a dream! I also got a batch of SKCM browns I may swap in later, but I am seriously enjoying these linearized oranges.

I bet. I almost want a modern alps board, maybe eventually. Nice subdued look to that board.

Thanks man, I am really happy with how it turned out! I was on the fence between getting this silver case or the grey one, I think the silver makes the caps pop a bit more. Check out the ALPS64 thread on here, Hasu sells really affordable ALPS footprint PCBs & FR4 plates for 60% AEK builds. Also if you ever do decide to jump down the ALPS rabbit hole feel free to PM me if you need any advice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Sat, 04 April 2020, 13:12:29
OK, I'll bite. Are you saying that it is safe to eat messy foods while using it?

 :)) :)) :))

Well, I would say that you will be able to... It cleans up easily. I use window cleaner.

Of course I should explain my phrase. I'm sure a British person will understand it.
Marmite is something that is sold in stores in England and its colonies. It is an extremely sour paste that can be used to make sandwiches, a broth, etc. It has an acquired taste. So some people like it and others don't.

So I was using it as a metaphor to describe the Bastron Glass Keyboard. Some people who like it and there are those who don't.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Sat, 04 April 2020, 13:16:16
I'm currently using the Bastron Glass Keyboard.
At first it was frustrating to get tpying fast on it or touchh-typing. It takes a bit of getting used to, but I like using it. Makes me feel like I am using the keyboard from IronMan.

Do you actually prefer that over a mechanical or even a rubber dome? Is that your go-to, or are you just using it for the novelty.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 04 April 2020, 13:30:11

Some people who like it and there are those who don't.


Oh. I know perfectly well what Marmite and Vegemite are and I like them (slightly preferring Vegemite) but I am one of those people who like a lot of weird things (eg I love anchovies) but it looks to me like that keyboard is more of the Riccota than the Parmesan of the keyboard world.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 04 April 2020, 18:59:06
Finally built my Duck Raven up with some pristine SKCM oranges I linerized, thing types like a dream! I also got a batch of SKCM browns I may swap in later, but I am seriously enjoying these linearized oranges.

I bet. I almost want a modern alps board, maybe eventually. Nice subdued look to that board.

Thanks man, I am really happy with how it turned out! I was on the fence between getting this silver case or the grey one, I think the silver makes the caps pop a bit more. Check out the ALPS64 thread on here, Hasu sells really affordable ALPS footprint PCBs & FR4 plates for 60% AEK builds. Also if you ever do decide to jump down the ALPS rabbit hole feel free to PM me if you need any advice.

I agree on the color of the case. It would probably be just a bit too subdued in grey. I may look at that thread, I'll need some SKCM blue switches then though, and I'm not ripping apart my DC-2014s for them. lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 08 April 2020, 14:39:42
they used hold value good. I guess now there is a lot in the wild being sold dropping the price hard. You can get a HHKB Pro 2 for 140 dollars these days on mech market. Have seen plenty going for that price.

140?! For a Topre? I didn't realize they'd fallen so far. I might pick myself one up, I've really been curious to them myself for a longtime.

Nice. I have had a growing urge to get a topre board, just to see what all of the hubbub is all about myself, but being mostly into very loud clickies, I can't be confident that I would like them.

Me too man, I've been curious, since I'm considering other options for my work keyboard that are quiet, besides it's a fun aside in my office to talk about the new keyboard someone has brought in, it just has to be quiet.

And I get my way of talking about Keyboards more at work.  ;)

Finally built my Duck Raven up with some pristine SKCM oranges I linerized, thing types like a dream! I also got a batch of SKCM browns I may swap in later, but I am seriously enjoying these linearized oranges.

Dude, that is a good looking keyboard, I love the old school Pearl and Pebble look, it's classic, and very much in line with my tastes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 08 April 2020, 14:55:31
Nice. I have had a growing urge to get a topre board, just to see what all of the hubbub is all about myself, but being mostly into very loud clickies, I can't be confident that I would like them.

Me too man, I've been curious, since I'm considering other options for my work keyboard that are quiet, besides it's a fun aside in my office to talk about the new keyboard someone has brought in, it just has to be quiet.

And I get my way of talking about Keyboards more at work.  ;)

Kaihua literally just released silent red box and brown switches, if you wanted to wait until somebody tested them out and gave their input. I ordered some, though who knows when they'll even leave China at this point. That switch tester that's been in purgatory since early January hasn't had a shipping update since March 18th ... and it was still in China then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 08 April 2020, 15:29:38
Nice. I have had a growing urge to get a topre board, just to see what all of the hubbub is all about myself, but being mostly into very loud clickies, I can't be confident that I would like them.

Me too man, I've been curious, since I'm considering other options for my work keyboard that are quiet, besides it's a fun aside in my office to talk about the new keyboard someone has brought in, it just has to be quiet.

And I get my way of talking about Keyboards more at work.  ;)

Kaihua literally just released silent red box and brown switches, if you wanted to wait until somebody tested them out and gave their input. I ordered some, though who knows when they'll even leave China at this point. That switch tester that's been in purgatory since early January hasn't had a shipping update since March 18th ... and it was still in China then.

oooooooh, I especially wanna hear from you, since you share my tastes in keyboards.

I feel the pain with switch testers. I got one for Outemu switches in early January and it's tracking code hasn't budged in months. I'm tempted to ask KBDfans just to confirm, but it's not like it'd speed it up I don't think.  :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Sat, 11 April 2020, 16:25:03
Tokyo60, MT3 Serika, 205g0 lubed Everglide Stabs, 205g0 lubed creams.

I can’t really tell the difference between using 205g0 and dialectic on the stabs, so I will probably go back to dialectic for stabs in future builds. Tell me why I am wrong.

Not a bad experience here except for the space bar sounding very hollow. I may try to foam the inside of it, but I dont want to cause any issue with weight stressning the switch ability to return it properly.

(https://i.imgur.com/jjBBn7G.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jacobalbertus1 on Sat, 11 April 2020, 20:18:37
I am using IBM's electrocapacitive buckling springs, in ANSI 122 20 key numpad flavor, and f77 industrial grey modelfkeyboards.com  the battleship is my home and the f77 is my on the road board for when I can use it usually at home I have the amp on so no need to worry about model f clicks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cosmin on Mon, 13 April 2020, 02:52:00
Using this at the moment.

Lubed and filmed Gateron yellows.

Not a valid vimeo URL
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 13 April 2020, 12:20:05
I am using IBM's electrocapacitive buckling springs, in ANSI 122 20 key numpad flavor, and f77 industrial grey modelfkeyboards.com  the battleship is my home and the f77 is my on the road board for when I can use it usually at home I have the amp on so no need to worry about model f clicks

Nice. You're carrying around an F77 of all things? lol. Mine has already made the pilgrimage between home and work a few times. The top of the case, near the palms, was bowed up, some of the keys buzzed, and the spacebar was really squeaky. I was initially too lazy to take it home and fix it, but I really don't want to make that habitual.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fatcoffeebeans on Tue, 14 April 2020, 17:22:27
a black realforce!..looking to switch it up asap
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 15 April 2020, 19:20:27
I swapped out my Model M for my old Monoprice keyboard with Cherry MX blues in it, not because it's actually good, but I just apprehended some SA keycaps with a cherry mount, and I needed an excuse to clean it anyway. I'm considering throwing them in my Ducky One. It turns out I like SA keycaps, and I like the sound they make with the otherwise cheap and plasticky blues! Awesome!

Actually, now that I think about it, the sound these make is pretty high pitched, but sounds expensive with the nice deep resonance of the keycaps. I might swap over to his as opposed to the Model M. Hmm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 15 April 2020, 22:38:31
Polished this turd

Here's my build log: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=105767.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=105767.0)

(http://i.imgur.com/Vgk8k67.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Vgk8k67)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 16 April 2020, 10:36:20
Polished this turd

Here's my build log: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=105767.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=105767.0)

(http://i.imgur.com/Vgk8k67.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Vgk8k67)

Beautiful board you've got there now. Nice work.

I have eyed up those caps, but I don't know of any boards that I have/want that would actually fit them well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: -Jerry- on Thu, 16 April 2020, 11:44:32
I’m using this Tofu that I sticker bombed at the moment ^-^

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/4530f271f8dd7a018fa50aa50f48be03.jpg)

Built with Kailh Box Heavy (Orange), Cherry screw-ins /w Super Lube, and GMK Oblivion /w Hagoromo alphas.

Then in the office (which is currently our dining room table during the lockdown) I’ve got a Melody96 with the same. Except the base Oblivion alphas.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 16 April 2020, 11:47:14
I’m using this Tofu that I sticker bombed at the moment ^-^

Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/4530f271f8dd7a018fa50aa50f48be03.jpg)


Built with Kailh Box Heavy (Orange), Cherry screw-ins /w Super Lube, and GMK Oblivion /w Hagoromo alphas.

Then in the office (which is currently our dining room table during the lockdown) I’ve got a Melody96 with the same. Except the base Oblivion alphas.

Nice, looks good. I couldn't even tell that those were just stickers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: enrique.aliaga on Thu, 16 April 2020, 12:55:40
I’m using this Tofu that I sticker bombed at the moment ^-^

Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/4530f271f8dd7a018fa50aa50f48be03.jpg)


Built with Kailh Box Heavy (Orange), Cherry screw-ins /w Super Lube, and GMK Oblivion /w Hagoromo alphas.

Then in the office (which is currently our dining room table during the lockdown) I’ve got a Melody96 with the same. Except the base Oblivion alphas.
Any issues with the BOX switches damaging your precious GMK keycaps?


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: -Jerry- on Thu, 16 April 2020, 13:33:49
I’m using this Tofu that I sticker bombed at the moment ^-^

Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/4530f271f8dd7a018fa50aa50f48be03.jpg)


Built with Kailh Box Heavy (Orange), Cherry screw-ins /w Super Lube, and GMK Oblivion /w Hagoromo alphas.

Then in the office (which is currently our dining room table during the lockdown) I’ve got a Melody96 with the same. Except the base Oblivion alphas.
Any issues with the BOX switches damaging your precious GMK keycaps?


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Not so far as I’ve noticed. As far as I’m aware, Kailh made adjustments and reduced stem width back in late 2018 to resolve the issue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 16 April 2020, 13:40:08
I’m using this Tofu that I sticker bombed at the moment ^-^

Show Image
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200416/4530f271f8dd7a018fa50aa50f48be03.jpg)


Built with Kailh Box Heavy (Orange), Cherry screw-ins /w Super Lube, and GMK Oblivion /w Hagoromo alphas.

Then in the office (which is currently our dining room table during the lockdown) I’ve got a Melody96 with the same. Except the base Oblivion alphas.
Any issues with the BOX switches damaging your precious GMK keycaps?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have box jades and navies in 5 different keyboards now, with random keycaps throughout, from 1980's vintage caps from a Unitek to generic Amazon double shots. I have used most of these boards in rotation for at least a few months now with no ill effects.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abhixec on Tue, 28 April 2020, 01:27:16
Ergodox-ez, planck-ez.


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: roznalos on Tue, 28 April 2020, 02:53:50
Have the PC Think6.5 w/ 78G Zilents and GMK olive keycaps. I know the ETF keycaps make it look out of place, but I'm really fond of them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foxtrap614 on Tue, 28 April 2020, 05:57:11
Using HHKB classic  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Tue, 28 April 2020, 08:07:30
[attachimg=1]
Been using my Lubrigante as my DD the last week. I'm falling in love with the Alice layout, this made me jump on the Rukia train!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 28 April 2020, 08:17:09
I'm usually not a fan of plastic, but all of these frosted cases look awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Tue, 28 April 2020, 08:29:43
I'm usually not a fan of plastic, but all of these frosted cases look awesome.

Thanks! Yeah I'm pretty much in the same boat, but these Lubrigantes are solid boards, especially for acrylic!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 28 April 2020, 08:36:27
I'm usually not a fan of plastic, but all of these frosted cases look awesome.

Thanks! Yeah I'm pretty much in the same boat, but these Lubrigantes are solid boards, especially for acrylic!

Being stacked acrylic, I imagine that they are. Dense and durable. I do like that look in general too. I have a Raspberry Pi case that's assembled similarly.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: killchain on Tue, 28 April 2020, 12:17:10
Vortex Race 3 (non-RGB), MX Brown, ISO. My very first mechanical board actually, kinda regret I only got it like an year ago.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Frederick16 on Wed, 06 May 2020, 01:05:05
Mine is Logitech K230 Wireless
https://tvtap-pro.net (https://tvtap-pro.net)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: epoch on Wed, 06 May 2020, 01:25:28
I'm still using my 4-5 years old SteelSeries 6gv2, to which I'm thinking about buying some Gateron Brown switches and change all of them, because I'm a bit tired of the black ones (I'm a software developer and I'd be glad to have less pressure to do in the keys...)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: guyga on Wed, 06 May 2020, 01:36:07
RealForce R2 55g
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 06 May 2020, 21:25:58
Just switched back to the Unicomp from the Matias.

Interesting, because while I would say that I prefer the Unicomp keyfeel, it's actually more difficult to come back to than the Matias board. The heavy key weighting has actually caused me to not fully actuate a few keys while typing. Very interesting. I wonder how this will feel when I actually build that board with the Box Navys from China. I might have to go with jades like a wimp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 06 May 2020, 22:27:19
Just switched back to the Unicomp from the Matias.

Interesting, because while I would say that I prefer the Unicomp keyfeel, it's actually more difficult to come back to than the Matias board. The heavy key weighting has actually caused me to not fully actuate a few keys while typing. Very interesting. I wonder how this will feel when I actually build that board with the Box Navys from China. I might have to go with jades like a wimp.

I know how that can be. It usually doesn't take much for me to get used to box navies again, and it is always a pleasant surprise how crisp they feel and sound. I noticed even blue Alps were surprisingly stiff to me recently. If you can get used to membrane buckling spring again, I imagine you could acclimate to navies.

[attachimg=1]

I finally tracked down an F107. Paint and caps are the work of the owner before the previous owner. Not sure why/how it managed to change hands so much. It is staying with me forever.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 07 May 2020, 06:55:48
Looks like some recent unicomp keys on that bad lad. Like really recent. Like those keys were bought in the past year or two, judging by the Windows key. I wonder why he got rid of it. Maybe flipped it, or didn't like the higher pitched sound than an M?

How do you like it?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 07 May 2020, 07:54:40

keys were bought in the past year or two, judging by the Windows key.


Unicomp has been selling that style of Windows key for at least 6-8 years. For a while you could get both styles, I don't know about now. I have not bought any Unicomp keys in 3 years or more, but it is my impression that their quality cratered about 5 years ago and has been improving since.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Thu, 07 May 2020, 08:44:04
Vortex Race 3 (non-RGB), MX Brown, ISO. My very first mechanical board actually, kinda regret I only got it like an year ago.

Do you know if browns will get better/okay if you lube them? I have some browns at home, and feels bad not to use them, but I cant bare them vanilla, any ideas?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 07 May 2020, 08:50:43
Looks like some recent unicomp keys on that bad lad. Like really recent. Like those keys were bought in the past year or two, judging by the Windows key. I wonder why he got rid of it. Maybe flipped it, or didn't like the higher pitched sound than an M?

How do you like it?

It sold most recently near the end of last year, before I picked it up very recently. I actually found the post about it on Reddit before the buyer reached out to me having seen my wanted listing on here, so it has changed hands a lot in a short span of time. I could probably ask the seller if there was any other reason besides the fact that the H key is apparently acting up sometimes. I used it basically all yesterday and haven't encountered a problem yet. I know the owner who did the paint job had a log that showed the foam falling apart inside, but never mentioned replacing it, and there were plenty of little foam bits in the case when I took it apart to suggest to me that he may have just slapped it back together with the old foam still in there. I'll take the plate sandwich apart and have a look, whenever I have the motivation, and maybe some suitable replacement foam. I did notice that the powder coat was already chipping off on parts of the plate.

I like it very much. I could use it or my new production F77 interchangeably. Even the lighter spring weight I noticed in the F77 seems to be present on the F107 vs my F ATs and XT, but maybe I need a closer comparison between the three. It really strikes home for me how close Ellipse's copies are to the originals, now that I have an original 4704 board.



keys were bought in the past year or two, judging by the Windows key.


Unicomp has been selling that style of Windows key for at least 6-8 years. For a while you could get both styles, I don't know about now. I have not bought any Unicomp keys in 3 years or more, but it is my impression that their quality cratered about 5 years ago and has been improving since.

I actually really dislike those Windows 8/10 Windows logos. Really not a fan of the trend lately of turning literally everything into a bland box. It almost makes me feel like electronics and computer companies (including software) are taking a play out of the books of 1980s automotive companies and turning everything into a shoe box.

I believe you put neoprene in your F107, right? That must be quite a bit different from the original stuff, and I imagine much more resilient.

Vortex Race 3 (non-RGB), MX Brown, ISO. My very first mechanical board actually, kinda regret I only got it like an year ago.

Do you know if browns will get better/okay if you lube them? I have some browns at home, and feels bad not to use them, but I cant bare them vanilla, any ideas?

I don't know the answer to that question, specifically, myself. I do know that Kailh box browns are much more smooth, and noticeably tactile, without any lube. Gateron browns are quite a bit more smooth as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Thu, 07 May 2020, 08:59:49

Vortex Race 3 (non-RGB), MX Brown, ISO. My very first mechanical board actually, kinda regret I only got it like an year ago.

Do you know if browns will get better/okay if you lube them? I have some browns at home, and feels bad not to use them, but I cant bare them vanilla, any ideas?

I don't know the answer to that question, specifically, myself. I do know that Kailh box browns are much more smooth, and noticeably tactile, without any lube. Gateron browns are quite a bit more smooth as well.

Ah okay, yeah maybe I'll just try some stuff, maybe lubing and changing to a harder spring might do some improvement. Or maybe even file down/remove the tactile bump to make them linear and therefore smooth? Don't know if it's hard to do that consistently for all switches?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 07 May 2020, 11:41:40
Ah okay, yeah maybe I'll just try some stuff, maybe lubing and changing to a harder spring might do some improvement. Or maybe even file down/remove the tactile bump to make them linear and therefore smooth? Don't know if it's hard to do that consistently for all switches?

I would message DALExSNAIL (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=54012). He's an MX brown guy. I would imagine filing the bump off would be pretty tedious, if nothing else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Thu, 07 May 2020, 12:16:52
Ah okay, yeah maybe I'll just try some stuff, maybe lubing and changing to a harder spring might do some improvement. Or maybe even file down/remove the tactile bump to make them linear and therefore smooth? Don't know if it's hard to do that consistently for all switches?

I would message DALExSNAIL (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=54012). He's an MX brown guy. I would imagine filing the bump off would be pretty tedious, if nothing else.

Great! Thank you  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: el_murdoque on Thu, 07 May 2020, 19:25:04
[attachimg=1]

JJ40 with Gateron Blacks.

I've never thought this thing will grow on me and half expected that it'll be gone within a week.
Yet, here it is. Different keycaps are on the way.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 07 May 2020, 19:56:24

I actually really dislike those Windows 8/10 Windows logos.


You might call Unicomp and ask whether they have any of the wavy Windows keys left. There is some chance that they have a few laying around even if they aren't listed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 07 May 2020, 21:56:24
JJ40 with Gateron Blacks.

I've never thought this thing will grow on me and half expected that it'll be gone within a week.
Yet, here it is. Different keycaps are on the way.

Nice. I don't like that form factor, but the board looks good. Gateron blacks feel pretty nice to me. No fatigue? MX blacks got old fast to me, but I can notice the difference in weight with the Gaterons. Oddly enough, in my tester, the standard one feels buttery smooth and the RGB one feels worse than the worst MX black I have ever felt. I'm not sure if that is normal or not.


I actually really dislike those Windows 8/10 Windows logos.


You might call Unicomp and ask whether they have any of the wavy Windows keys left. There is some chance that they have a few laying around even if they aren't listed.

I thought about it, but I'll probably end up getting Geekhack keys for the Windows keys like I did for my F77.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 07 May 2020, 22:39:33
I was actually thinking about doing that too, and then forgot to add it onto my order! I did get Geekhack function keys though. D'oh!

Email sent!

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: el_murdoque on Fri, 08 May 2020, 06:26:21
Nice. I don't like that form factor, but the board looks good. Gateron blacks feel pretty nice to me. No fatigue? MX blacks got old fast to me, but I can notice the difference in weight with the Gaterons. Oddly enough, in my tester, the standard one feels buttery smooth and the RGB one feels worse than the worst MX black I have ever felt. I'm not sure if that is normal or not.




No fatigue at all. It seems that my muscle memory, which is used to a MX Brown Board at work and the Flaretech switches of the Wooting two at home, works actually quite well with the black Gaterons. I don't bottom out as hard, on some keystrokes I don't bottom out at all, but I somehow manage to have every key register.
I can Imagine that those switches on a 100% board could be a bit too much, but on this tiny thing my hand hovers right over every single key at all times so I don't ever stretch my fingers and always strike from a position of strength.

I bought this board because it was kind of cheap and for trying out the concept. I did not really anticipate that I might like the Switches - but in fact I do.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Sat, 09 May 2020, 00:57:47
My new grail, end game. IKBC loaded Korean custom MF 108 V3 prototype not released for retail. 5-9-2020. This thing is so sweet. I mean this is the top of all Koreans even IMO. Forget Topre! No need for a pic. It looks exactly the same as the regular one. IKBC is a Korean company go figure. There modified blues and stabs are to die for IMO. Plus the weight of this tank. It stays put. Hopefully get your own under $800USD in less than 4 months. Should have plenty of stock unlike all other Korean boards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: realone1 on Sun, 10 May 2020, 11:16:04
KBD19x
Zealios V2
GMK Oblivions Monochrome
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 10 May 2020, 12:54:10
KBD19x
Zealios V2
GMK Oblivions Monochrome

That board looks sick.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Tue, 12 May 2020, 11:43:07
At work I hop between my Dell ChromeBook 3100 2-in-1's OE keyboard and my Dell 15" Latitude's board - haven't decided what to bring or build for work yet as I move around alot within the warehouse depending on what project I'm deploying.  At home I tend to use my iKBC Poker II (type-c) that I modded w/ Gat Black Ink v1's (lubed w/ 205g0).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 12 May 2020, 11:49:26
At work I hop between my Dell ChromeBook 3100 2-in-1's OE keyboard and my Dell 15" Latitude's board - haven't decided what to bring or build for work yet as I move around alot within the warehouse depending on what project I'm deploying.  At home I tend to use my iKBC Poker II (type-c) that I modded w/ Gat Black Ink v1's (lubed w/ 205g0).

We've got a ton of those 3100s at work, holding up way better than everything else we've had so far, although they've got their own power quirks. How have you liked it? Not a linear guy, but I would be curious to try Gateron inks some time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: el_murdoque on Tue, 12 May 2020, 15:58:59


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I finally tracked down an F107. Paint and caps are the work of the owner before the previous owner. Not sure why/how it managed to change hands so much. It is staying with me forever.


BTW, this looks, apart from the questionable paintjob, like a holy grail type of board.
That is the only F I could imagine to get used to the key layout.


That paint ... do you think this could be the actual paint used on a battleship ?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 12 May 2020, 16:27:41


(Attachment Link)

I finally tracked down an F107. Paint and caps are the work of the owner before the previous owner. Not sure why/how it managed to change hands so much. It is staying with me forever.


BTW, this looks, apart from the questionable paintjob, like a holy grail type of board.
That is the only F I could imagine to get used to the key layout.


That paint ... do you think this could be the actual paint used on a battleship ?

You can ANSI mod the F AT and F122 as well. I do believe the F107 is already pretty close by default though. The F107 is apparently more common than the F62 and F77, at least until we find a bunch more stockpiles of them all in some bank basement or something.

The paint is a powder coat I believe, so I'm not sure that you could apply it to a battleship, or that it would hold up very well in a marine environment. The color does look very U.S. Navy though, doesn't it? Maybe that was the goal. I'm actually kind of glad it was painted the way it was. My new production F77 is industrial grey, so it fits in, and I actually love glossy finishes. The originals almost all looked to have chipped paint in the corners, so even if I had found an untouched one, I would need to tweak it to ANSI and probably paint the thing myself, or leave it beat up.


I always liked the aesthetic and function of the left-side F keys, even though I rarely use them for anything. I almost wish IBM had made an F87 of sorts in that regard. I do like how ridiculously long and heavy the F107 is though, and the name alone is cool too seeing as that's also a prototype jet fighter-bomber.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 12 May 2020, 16:44:37

apart from the questionable paintjob,


Although I was disappointed when I had the case shot-blasted because I was hoping to have a pure clean metal case, it did give me the opportunity to put a great paint job on it.

I love Rustoleum, and the new line of metallic paints that they introduced a few years ago are beautiful.

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76203.msg1900511#msg1900511 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76203.msg1900511#msg1900511)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 12 May 2020, 16:52:53
(https://i.imgur.com/h2YT3feh.jpg)

This thing called Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Compact 98 Key Mechanical Computer Keyboard -USB Connection Multi-Color Rainbow programmable RGB with Blue Switches,for Windows PC Gamers.

Review here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=106348.msg2903376#msg2903376
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marchioness on Tue, 12 May 2020, 20:34:16
My HHKB JP Type-S finally came in!

At the moment I can't really connect it to my desktop because my cable is too short, but it's currently being used for my tablet and laptop.
My desktop uses a Realforce 108, but I wanted a portable keyboard for my mobile setup.  The JIS layout is a must for me since I've been using it for about four years now, so the FC660C was out.

Initial thoughts: while I love my stock Realforce sound/feel, this sounds unique! Happy with my purchase after reading about it for years here.

EDIT: Accidentally uploaded the same image twice :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boost on Tue, 12 May 2020, 20:35:05
Cheat with OG wyse keycaps!

(https://i.imgur.com/HrHw4.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 13 May 2020, 11:20:55

apart from the questionable paintjob,


Although I was disappointed when I had the case shot-blasted because I was hoping to have a pure clean metal case, it did give me the opportunity to put a great paint job on it.

I love Rustoleum, and the new line of metallic paints that they introduced a few years ago are beautiful.

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76203.msg1900511#msg1900511 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76203.msg1900511#msg1900511)

Yeah, your F107 is sweet. I have seen the thread before, a few times. You did a great job with it.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/h2YT3feh.jpg)


This thing called Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Compact 98 Key Mechanical Computer Keyboard -USB Connection Multi-Color Rainbow programmable RGB with Blue Switches,for Windows PC Gamers.

Review here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=106348.msg2903376#msg2903376

I'll have to read that when I get the chance. Cool caps you've got on it.

My HHKB JP Type-S finally came in!

At the moment I can't really connect it to my desktop because my cable is too short, but it's currently being used for my tablet and laptop.
My desktop uses a Realforce 108, but I wanted a portable keyboard for my mobile setup.  The JIS layout is a must for me since I've been using it for about four years now, so the FC660C was out.

Initial thoughts: while I love my stock Realforce sound/feel, this sounds unique! Happy with my purchase after reading about it for years here.

EDIT: Accidentally uploaded the same image twice :(

Nice. I need to feel Topre some day.

Cheat with OG wyse keycaps!

Looks great. Those old Wyse caps always looked awesome.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Sat, 16 May 2020, 06:19:12
I'm currently using the Bastron Glass Keyboard.
At first it was frustrating to get tpying fast on it or touchh-typing. It takes a bit of getting used to, but I like using it. Makes me feel like I am using the keyboard from IronMan.

Do you actually prefer that over a mechanical or even a rubber dome? Is that your go-to, or are you just using it for the novelty.
It is my only keyboard at the moment. I use the Dvorak layout. It took a bit of time getting to grips with the layout, and typing on glass without any tactile feel. Yes, I am attempting to do some sort of spin on touchtyping on it. I don't look at the keyboard at all when typing. So it actually works..
I am not super fast. But I am making progress.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 16 May 2020, 20:47:34
LOL every time I post my keyboard I currently use, it's the same one I have been using. Except I get told to dust off the desk or pick up the soda in the corner, so I will leave it to your imagination to know I am still using it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sun, 17 May 2020, 02:42:54
Why the furniture polish?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Sun, 17 May 2020, 10:20:53
LOL every time I post my keyboard I currently use, it's the same one I have been using. Except I get told to dust off the desk or pick up the soda in the corner, so I will leave it to your imagination to know I am still using it.
#Respect.  :thumb:
Would love to get my brother one of those original IBMs; since he has been having trouble with his Razor gaming keyboard. Unfortunately those go for top money these days.
I did see a Unicomp on ebay for quite cheap. Just don't know if they hold up to the real thing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Sun, 17 May 2020, 11:11:54
Logitech Orion G610 w/ Cherry Red at work. GMMK full sized w/ Yok Holy Pandas, Kailh Coppers, Penny Pandas (Yok housing with K Copper Stems), and Cursed Pandas switches and Red Samurai 1800/Ortho sets for keycaps at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sepharis on Sun, 17 May 2020, 11:28:03
Very generic answer, but I'm using as someone fairly new to the hobby I'm using a drop alt w/ sakurios switches. Absolutely love it, my next board will hopefully be a 75% custom.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Neostoic on Sun, 17 May 2020, 11:50:03
Currently using a TGR Alice with Zealios V2 67g - Lubed with Krytox 205g0 - GMK Olive at work and since work is home at the moment it is really all what I am using on a daily basis.
Hope your all staying safe.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sun, 17 May 2020, 14:02:11
I'm at a corporate training environment today and I managed to grab the only computer without a **** tier chiclet keyboard. Got this Keytronic.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bronzechin on Sun, 17 May 2020, 15:20:48
Currently using the Monstargear Ninja 71 with H1s. It's portable enough for work and home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 18 May 2020, 10:12:12
LOL every time I post my keyboard I currently use, it's the same one I have been using. Except I get told to dust off the desk or pick up the soda in the corner, so I will leave it to your imagination to know I am still using it.
#Respect.  :thumb:
Would love to get my brother one of those original IBMs; since he has been having trouble with his Razor gaming keyboard. Unfortunately those go for top money these days.
I did see a Unicomp on ebay for quite cheap. Just don't know if they hold up to the real thing.

I see late 80s Model Ms go for $50-70 left and right on Ebay lately. They actually seem to be in a slump vs a year or two ago. In general, the older you go, the better as far as overall build quality. Even though I don't yet own one, I haven't heard of Unicomp boards having any particularly alarming quality concerns, and their customer service is usually great anyway.

I'm at a corporate training environment today and I managed to grab the only computer without a **** tier chiclet keyboard. Got this Keytronic.

It was actually kind of sad imagining you scramble for the least terrible rubber dome/chiclet board in the room. I hope that experience was short.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Wamuu on Mon, 18 May 2020, 10:14:11
I’m using a minivan right now. It’s the only keyboard I have until my Thermal comes in.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 18 May 2020, 10:18:06
LOL every time I post my keyboard I currently use, it's the same one I have been using. Except I get told to dust off the desk or pick up the soda in the corner, so I will leave it to your imagination to know I am still using it.
#Respect.  :thumb:
Would love to get my brother one of those original IBMs; since he has been having trouble with his Razor gaming keyboard. Unfortunately those go for top money these days.
I did see a Unicomp on ebay for quite cheap. Just don't know if they hold up to the real thing.

I see late 80s Model Ms go for $50-70 left and right on Ebay lately. They actually seem to be in a slump vs a year or two ago. In general, the older you go, the better as far as overall build quality. Even though I don't yet own one, I haven't heard of Unicomp boards having any particularly alarming quality concerns, and their customer service is usually great anyway.

I'm at a corporate training environment today and I managed to grab the only computer without a **** tier chiclet keyboard. Got this Keytronic.

It was actually kind of sad imagining you scramble for the least terrible rubber dome/chiclet board in the room. I hope that experience was short.

Basically this is correct about Unicomp. I consider the boards to be basically 95% of an IBM. Easily the best $100 board you can buy right now new, IMO.

In terms of scrambling, I sat down at a computer, started, then walked out of the room to go to a printer. On my way back in, I saw another computer in the corner. "Oh **** a Keytronic!" And straight up unplugged it and put the HP Chiclet on that other one. They all thought I was weird.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 18 May 2020, 11:43:51
Basically this is correct about Unicomp. I consider the boards to be basically 95% of an IBM. Easily the best $100 board you can buy right now new, IMO.

In terms of scrambling, I sat down at a computer, started, then walked out of the room to go to a printer. On my way back in, I saw another computer in the corner. "Oh **** a Keytronic!" And straight up unplugged it and put the HP Chiclet on that other one. They all thought I was weird.

Situations like that are why I kind of want a 60-65% board just to carry around. My Ajazz AK33 was the initial result, but those switches are terrible.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 18 May 2020, 11:59:27
To an extent, I agree with you, but on the other hand, you, at that point, look a little too weird, you know what I mean?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 18 May 2020, 12:02:12
To an extent, I agree with you, but on the other hand, you, at that point, look a little too weird, you know what I mean?

I am pretty weird regardless. I stopped caring about how people think many years ago. lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Moitoy on Mon, 18 May 2020, 12:14:56
Now im Using the MOITOY-85Kb (post coming soon)

(https://i.imgur.com/zly8NV4.jpg)

Handwired 60%+numpad+1 extra row and ISO Spanish Layout, khail box whites for alphas, box pale blue for modifiers and box orange for numpad and arrows
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 18 May 2020, 12:36:14
Now im Using the MOITOY-85Kb (post coming soon)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/zly8NV4.jpg)


Handwired 60%+numpad+1 extra row and ISO Spanish Layout, khail box whites for alphas, box pale blue for modifiers and box orange for numpad and arrows

Cool. That looks great.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 18 May 2020, 15:18:37
Now im Using the MOITOY-85Kb (post coming soon)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/zly8NV4.jpg)


Handwired 60%+numpad+1 extra row and ISO Spanish Layout, khail box whites for alphas, box pale blue for modifiers and box orange for numpad and arrows

Wow! That looks amazing! How do you like having multiple switches in the board?

I'm back to the Matias btw.

(https://i.imgur.com/ujhQQlwh.jpg)

Speaking of which, mal, have you seen this?

https://www.amazon.com/Matias-Mini-Tactile-Pro-Keyboard/dp/B00FW7FHFE/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=matias+keyboard&qid=1589833232&sr=8-4

I might buy it, but I'm waiting for the Unicomp SSK to come out and we'll see.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 20 May 2020, 16:36:56
Behold!

This was by far the most time consuming 'build' ever. I started resembling this thing at 9 am. It is now 4:30. I encountered a problem at nearly every step of the process.

Well worth it though. It's.been my dream to own one of these ever since Chyros did his review.

(http://i.imgur.com/CaCT81T.jpg) (https://imgur.com/CaCT81T)

(http://i.imgur.com/Bwv88gC.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Bwv88gC)


And oh yes, I powdercoated the plate gold  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/Bmu1vHy.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Bmu1vHy)


There will be a nice thick coily cable at some point.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 20 May 2020, 18:27:15
(https://i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/masonry/000/264/212/b03.gif)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 20 May 2020, 20:37:46
Can’t tell if you think it’s ugly or if you’re salivating over its delicious beauty.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 21 May 2020, 11:51:48
I'm back to the Matias btw.

I have seen boards like that for relatively cheap ($60-70) on auction websites, but never pulled the trigger because of what I had always read about their potential chatter problems, and Matias' apparent lack of concern when people encountered issues. I do really want to be able to compare Matias clickies against SKCM though.

Speaking of which, mal, have you seen this?

https://www.amazon.com/Matias-Mini-Tactile-Pro-Keyboard/dp/B00FW7FHFE/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=matias+keyboard&qid=1589833232&sr=8-4

I might buy it, but I'm waiting for the Unicomp SSK to come out and we'll see.

I have not. That looks really cool other than the Mac-specific caps. It doesn't look like they make a general purpose one. That price, and form factor, with the successor to the mighty Alps, is very tempting regardless.

Can’t tell if you think it’s ugly or if you’re salivating over its delicious beauty.

That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 21 May 2020, 13:27:48
That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.

What have you got in mind? My options are basically black, white, grey or the og caps. Out of all those, I think grey and white looks the best.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:08:53
That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.

What have you got in mind? My options are basically black, white, grey or the og caps. Out of all those, I think grey and white looks the best.

I would probably go with a grey or black myself. It looks like you've got the standard IBM pearl and pebble theme at the moment? You could also try to get some custom colors, etc:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/)

Then there's also the option of trying to dye modifiers or something, so you could have maybe black and gold/yellow caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 21 May 2020, 14:33:17
That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.

What have you got in mind? My options are basically black, white, grey or the og caps. Out of all those, I think grey and white looks the best.

I would probably go with a grey or black myself. It looks like you've got the standard IBM pearl and pebble theme at the moment? You could also try to get some custom colors, etc:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/)

Then there's also the option of trying to dye modifiers or something, so you could have maybe black and gold/yellow caps.

These actually are white with grey mods. Maybe the colors look weird in the picture. I do have black caps but I don't think it looks as cool.

The only thing I think might look better than Grey and white would be something like this:

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:10:40
That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.

What have you got in mind? My options are basically black, white, grey or the og caps. Out of all those, I think grey and white looks the best.

I would probably go with a grey or black myself. It looks like you've got the standard IBM pearl and pebble theme at the moment? You could also try to get some custom colors, etc:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/)

Then there's also the option of trying to dye modifiers or something, so you could have maybe black and gold/yellow caps.

These actually are white with grey mods. Maybe the colors look weird in the picture. I do have black caps but I don't think it looks as cool.

The only thing I think might look better than Grey and white would be something like this:

I did wonder if it could be white and grey, but I chalked that up to the intense light in the right side of the picture.

That would look sweet. That's the Red Samurai set, right? I can't count how many times I have been tempted to buy that, and I don't even normally get the super fancy cap sets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:25:14
That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.

What have you got in mind? My options are basically black, white, grey or the og caps. Out of all those, I think grey and white looks the best.

I would probably go with a grey or black myself. It looks like you've got the standard IBM pearl and pebble theme at the moment? You could also try to get some custom colors, etc:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/)

Then there's also the option of trying to dye modifiers or something, so you could have maybe black and gold/yellow caps.

These actually are white with grey mods. Maybe the colors look weird in the picture. I do have black caps but I don't think it looks as cool.

The only thing I think might look better than Grey and white would be something like this:

I did wonder if it could be white and grey, but I chalked that up to the intense light in the right side of the picture.

That would look sweet. That's the Red Samurai set, right? I can't count how many times I have been tempted to buy that, and I don't even normally get the super fancy cap sets.

Yep. I make beautiful keyboards, not photos. However, I suppose I really ought to rectify that if I want to do them justice  ;D I actually closed the blinds but my spaceship sized monitor still lit it up like day   :eek:

You got it. Red Samurai would be a pretty sweet set to have on an IBM  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 21 May 2020, 15:58:37
That F107 is beautiful. I love the subtle accents you did.  :thumb: You need some matching caps now though.

What have you got in mind? My options are basically black, white, grey or the og caps. Out of all those, I think grey and white looks the best.

I would probably go with a grey or black myself. It looks like you've got the standard IBM pearl and pebble theme at the moment? You could also try to get some custom colors, etc:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/4d4k04/options_for_model_mf_keycaps/)

Then there's also the option of trying to dye modifiers or something, so you could have maybe black and gold/yellow caps.

These actually are white with grey mods. Maybe the colors look weird in the picture. I do have black caps but I don't think it looks as cool.

The only thing I think might look better than Grey and white would be something like this:

I did wonder if it could be white and grey, but I chalked that up to the intense light in the right side of the picture.

That would look sweet. That's the Red Samurai set, right? I can't count how many times I have been tempted to buy that, and I don't even normally get the super fancy cap sets.
You got it. Red Samurai would be a pretty sweet set to have on an IBM  :cool:

Indeed they would. Maybe Unicomp, or another custom cap shop that does buckling spring caps, could accommodate you if you ask.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Thu, 21 May 2020, 17:08:49
needed a ten key for a little bit.   Broke out my $25 (crazy newegg combo deal of lame old intel cpu and mech keyboard years ago) Rosewill RK-9000RE (reds) ... it is ok..this keyboard sees little use being broken out at those rare times when a ten key is needed for whatever reasons.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 21 May 2020, 17:38:17
needed a ten key for a little bit.   Broke out my $25 (crazy newegg combo deal of lame old intel cpu and mech keyboard years ago) Rosewill RK-9000RE (reds) ... it is ok..this keyboard sees little use being broken out at those rare times when a ten key is needed for whatever reasons.

Haha, I have that board! Got it for cheap off eBay. Mine has blues in it. It seemed like nice cheap metal board. I’m planning on putting some better clicky switches in it one day.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 21 May 2020, 18:40:26
needed a ten key for a little bit.   Broke out my $25 (crazy newegg combo deal of lame old intel cpu and mech keyboard years ago) Rosewill RK-9000RE (reds) ... it is ok..this keyboard sees little use being broken out at those rare times when a ten key is needed for whatever reasons.

Haha, I have that board! Got it for cheap off eBay. Mine has blues in it. It seemed like nice cheap metal board. I’m planning on putting some better clicky switches in it one day.

Agreed. Those old Rosewill boards are great. You can even get replacement controllers for them to make them programmable. They were apparently made by Costar, who apparently also makes Filcos, so they're really well made for their price.

I actually really like Costar stabilizers, although I'm also almost exclusively a clicky guy, so I imagine I'll dump the browns eventually and put something I like in it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 21 May 2020, 19:16:27
Welp, I apparently bought another New Old Stock M122 from 1999 and have exactly no memory of it, so I opened the box thinking it was going to be my Focus FK-2001, but I got surprised/disappointed/excited that it was another terminal M122.

(https://i.imgur.com/XoFTXJrh.jpg)

It's very similar to my other NOS IBM UK boards, and indeed all my Models M in good condition, with one exception. The feet. These are the wobbliest feet I've ever had on an IBM. Extended, you can shake them around when locked at maximum height. Very strange.

I also can't find a record of this purchase anywhere so I must have done it so long ago on some obscure place I don't remember.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 21 May 2020, 19:26:54
Welp, I apparently bought another New Old Stock M122 from 1999 and have exactly no memory of it, so I opened the box thinking it was going to be my Focus FK-2001, but I got surprised/disappointed/excited that it was another terminal M122.

It's very similar to my other NOS IBM UK boards, and indeed all my Models M in good condition, with one exception. The feet. These are the wobbliest feet I've ever had on an IBM. Extended, you can shake them around when locked at maximum height. Very strange.

I also can't find a record of this purchase anywhere so I must have done it so long ago on some obscure place I don't remember.

Nice. I think I understand your real intentions now. You're amassing a battle fleet in order to amphibiously invade the UK with the aim of forcing IBM UK to resume Model M production. Good luck, and Godspeed.

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4a/All_Four_Iowas.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Thu, 21 May 2020, 19:32:15
needed a ten key for a little bit.   Broke out my $25 (crazy newegg combo deal of lame old intel cpu and mech keyboard years ago) Rosewill RK-9000RE (reds) ... it is ok..this keyboard sees little use being broken out at those rare times when a ten key is needed for whatever reasons.

Haha, I have that board! Got it for cheap off eBay. Mine has blues in it. It seemed like nice cheap metal board. I’m planning on putting some better clicky switches in it one day.


Agreed. Those old Rosewill boards are great. You can even get replacement controllers for them to make them programmable. They were apparently made by Costar, who apparently also makes Filcos, so they're really well made for their price.

I actually really like Costar stabilizers, although I'm also almost exclusively a clicky guy, so I imagine I'll dump the browns eventually and put something I like in it.


yeah Costar definitely built these, I don't think rosewill paid for the level of QC that filco does.. but at first galance other than the (ugh) red backplate and "stylish" rosewill logo it is physically nearly identical to the filco... They aren't exactly the same ..annoyingly the feet on the rosewill don't have rubber tips.. making it slightly easier to slide the rosewill on accident... but it is probably 90%+ quality of a filco  my main daily keyboard is a MT2 MX Reds, which I finally tore down to clean all the fuzz out after 5.5yrs or so now..   For $25 I paid for the rosewill it was well worth the money.

my Filco looking pretty fresh after a good cleaning.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 21 May 2020, 19:46:43
I want to type on that with no keycaps. Has anyone done that ever? And did he turn out to be a serial killer?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Thu, 21 May 2020, 20:02:16
I want to type on that with no keycaps. Has anyone done that ever? And did he turn out to be a serial killer?

I've tried it (once) it isn't so great... but so far no murdering... maybe if you daily it... murder would ensue?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VP on Fri, 22 May 2020, 05:57:12
Unicomp Ultra Classic. I like it. Unicomp with fresh buckling springs is much better than old Model M which I had tried.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 22 May 2020, 08:52:50
Unicomp Ultra Classic. I like it. Unicomp with fresh buckling springs is much better than old Model M which I had tried.

lol, see this thread from yesterday: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=106210.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Fri, 22 May 2020, 18:24:11
Unicomp Ultra Classic. I like it. Unicomp with fresh buckling springs is much better than old Model M which I had tried.

YES. I TELL PEOPLE THIS. It's a little bit heavier, but much smoother to me, even than NOS boards from the 90s.

I just picked up a NOS Gen 2 though just to be sure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Debido666 on Fri, 22 May 2020, 21:26:01
Hansung TFG ART.
Almost perfect.  :blank:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sat, 23 May 2020, 17:53:48
(https://i.imgur.com/CqExdKK.jpg)

This is the Drakken Technologies Prothero Spectrum or some **** like that. Look, I bought it for $40 on Amazon a few months ago because it was a full sized board with hot swappable switches that would support Kailh, so I can pop the Box clicky switches in there, the tactility of which I enjoy.

Now, this board comes with Kailh Blacks to start with, which surprisingly are very good for linears in my opinion. I've had smoother, and I think they should be ever so slightly lighter, but they're significantly better than Cherry in my opinion, at least in smoothness, which is something about which I'm surprised. I am typically of the opinion that Cherry switches are better than the clones (though I prefer Outemu blues to all the other blue clones), but these are in fact smoother. Maybe the quality of Kailh has gone up recently, or they lube their switches, or I've only really had bad blacks.

Now, the big problem with blacks, in my opinion, is the blandness. If you want to know what it feels like to type on a Point of Sale terminal keyboard, this is it. I do say that of course, owning 4 Unicomp Model M POS variants, but still. It's okay. It will serve its purpose as a cheap full size hot swappable board.

And when I say it's cheap, I mean that it just didn't cost me very much money. The board itself is actually very nice. It's got a soft touch rubber finish, and it's quite heavy. Sturdy, no flex at all, really.

All that being said, even when I load this bad lad full of Box Jades, which are a good switch in my opinion due to the high tactility, I still think I'm sticking with the Matias as my daily driver, or, believe it or not, the terminal Gen 3 Model M in my signature.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Deduce2612 on Sun, 24 May 2020, 06:35:38
My HHKB Hybrid Type-S hasn't left the desk since I got it last week. What can I say, I'm addicted to Topre now  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: alessiodd on Sun, 24 May 2020, 06:58:12
Mainly Varmilo VA88M with MX Browns, 2x Model M (1988&1994) and a M122 waiting to be fixed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Sun, 24 May 2020, 07:38:23
Mainly Varmilo VA88M with MX Browns, 2x Model M (1988&1994) and a M122 waiting to be fixed.

What’s wrong with it?

I’ve got one that I just finished bolt modding. I put everything together only to find the spacebar doesn’t work. I’ve been too demoralized to go back and fix it  :'( :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sun, 24 May 2020, 12:01:15
Mainly Varmilo VA88M with MX Browns, 2x Model M (1988&1994) and a M122 waiting to be fixed.

What’s wrong with it?

I’ve got one that I just finished bolt modding. I put everything together only to find the spacebar doesn’t work. I’ve been too demoralized to go back and fix it  :'( :rolleyes:

This is my biggest fear. I am willing to pay some guy to bolt mod my keyboard so I don't have to troubleshoot it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Sun, 24 May 2020, 13:12:36
Mainly Varmilo VA88M with MX Browns, 2x Model M (1988&1994) and a M122 waiting to be fixed.

What’s wrong with it?

I’ve got one that I just finished bolt modding. I put everything together only to find the spacebar doesn’t work. I’ve been too demoralized to go back and fix it  :'( :rolleyes:

This is my biggest fear. I am willing to pay some guy to bolt mod my keyboard so I don't have to troubleshoot it.

Nah. It’s actually pretty easy, just labor intensive and time consuming. The fix will take me all of 3 minutes.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 24 May 2020, 13:58:27
This is the Drakken Technologies Prothero Spectrum or some **** like that. Look, I bought it for $40 on Amazon a few months ago because it was a full sized board with hot swappable switches that would support Kailh, so I can pop the Box clicky switches in there, the tactility of which I enjoy.

Now, this board comes with Kailh Blacks to start with, which surprisingly are very good for linears in my opinion. I've had smoother, and I think they should be ever so slightly lighter, but they're significantly better than Cherry in my opinion, at least in smoothness, which is something about which I'm surprised. I am typically of the opinion that Cherry switches are better than the clones (though I prefer Outemu blues to all the other blue clones), but these are in fact smoother. Maybe the quality of Kailh has gone up recently, or they lube their switches, or I've only really had bad blacks.

Now, the big problem with blacks, in my opinion, is the blandness. If you want to know what it feels like to type on a Point of Sale terminal keyboard, this is it. I do say that of course, owning 4 Unicomp Model M POS variants, but still. It's okay. It will serve its purpose as a cheap full size hot swappable board.

And when I say it's cheap, I mean that it just didn't cost me very much money. The board itself is actually very nice. It's got a soft touch rubber finish, and it's quite heavy. Sturdy, no flex at all, really.

All that being said, even when I load this bad lad full of Box Jades, which are a good switch in my opinion due to the high tactility, I still think I'm sticking with the Matias as my daily driver, or, believe it or not, the terminal Gen 3 Model M in my signature.

Nice one, what sort of hot swap sockets does it have in it? I couldn't find any boards that didn't have Outemu sockets anywhere near that price. Are they regular Kailh black switches? Now you'll have to try box blacks and Gateron blacks. Smoothest of the usual OEM switches in that category I have felt, though it gets better from there. Even the Geekmaker switches are noticeably smother than regular Gaterons. You've got box jades, great. You're well on your way to swearing off Cherry MX for good. lol

That rubberized finish is probably going to start tacking up and wearing off in a few years. They usually get pretty nasty. Just a heads up. Who really cares though for a $40 hot swap board?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sun, 24 May 2020, 19:32:49
Quote
Nah. It’s actually pretty easy, just labor intensive and time consuming. The fix will take me all of 3 minutes.

That doesn't quite sound internally consistent.

This is the Drakken Technologies Prothero Spectrum or some **** like that. Look, I bought it for $40 on Amazon a few months ago because it was a full sized board with hot swappable switches that would support Kailh, so I can pop the Box clicky switches in there, the tactility of which I enjoy.

Now, this board comes with Kailh Blacks to start with, which surprisingly are very good for linears in my opinion. I've had smoother, and I think they should be ever so slightly lighter, but they're significantly better than Cherry in my opinion, at least in smoothness, which is something about which I'm surprised. I am typically of the opinion that Cherry switches are better than the clones (though I prefer Outemu blues to all the other blue clones), but these are in fact smoother. Maybe the quality of Kailh has gone up recently, or they lube their switches, or I've only really had bad blacks.

Now, the big problem with blacks, in my opinion, is the blandness. If you want to know what it feels like to type on a Point of Sale terminal keyboard, this is it. I do say that of course, owning 4 Unicomp Model M POS variants, but still. It's okay. It will serve its purpose as a cheap full size hot swappable board.

And when I say it's cheap, I mean that it just didn't cost me very much money. The board itself is actually very nice. It's got a soft touch rubber finish, and it's quite heavy. Sturdy, no flex at all, really.

All that being said, even when I load this bad lad full of Box Jades, which are a good switch in my opinion due to the high tactility, I still think I'm sticking with the Matias as my daily driver, or, believe it or not, the terminal Gen 3 Model M in my signature.

Nice one, what sort of hot swap sockets does it have in it? I couldn't find any boards that didn't have Outemu sockets anywhere near that price. Are they regular Kailh black switches? Now you'll have to try box blacks and Gateron blacks. Smoothest of the usual OEM switches in that category I have felt, though it gets better from there. Even the Geekmaker switches are noticeably smother than regular Gaterons. You've got box jades, great. You're well on your way to swearing off Cherry MX for good. lol

That rubberized finish is probably going to start tacking up and wearing off in a few years. They usually get pretty nasty. Just a heads up. Who really cares though for a $40 hot swap board?

It's got Kailh hot swaps! YES! No keyboard at this price has anything but Outemu, so I'm really pleased. I'm considering buying a custom with an Alps mount PCB, but I have an omnikey, so if I'm going to drop $100 on a board for some alps, I might as well just learn to solder and put some NOS switches on that bad lad.

I've got some box navies and box jades, but I like those blues, even though they sound cheap. I'm pretty much just an Alps boi, but buckling spring (Model M, not F, sue me) is such a close second, my insane and stupid collection of Model Ms keeps me from bothering with them a huge amount. I mean, at some point you just have to accept that you're never going to be happy with an MX housing. lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 24 May 2020, 19:58:10
It's got Kailh hot swaps! YES! No keyboard at this price has anything but Outemu, so I'm really pleased. I'm considering buying a custom with an Alps mount PCB, but I have an omnikey, so if I'm going to drop $100 on a board for some alps, I might as well just learn to solder and put some NOS switches on that bad lad.

I've got some box navies and box jades, but I like those blues, even though they sound cheap. I'm pretty much just an Alps boi, but buckling spring (Model M, not F, sue me) is such a close second, my insane and stupid collection of Model Ms keeps me from bothering with them a huge amount. I mean, at some point you just have to accept that you're never going to be happy with an MX housing. lol

That's awesome. Maybe we should be recommending that board to new members just for testing out switches. I too have thought a lot about an Alps kit board. Omnikeys are nice. I need to clean mine up still. I should have bought up some NOS SKCM blues when there were tons of them on Ebay for a reasonable price some months back.

I dislike the feel more than the sound with MX blues, they're not crisp, or all that consistent in their lack of crispness. Do you have any Model Fs yet? I imagine you'll change your tune on that as well with time. MX was out the window for me as soon as I felt a Model F. It was what finally propelled me into looking at all of the alternatives available. When I first felt an M that was previously cleaned very well, but probably not bolt modded ... I went back to MX blues of all things.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sun, 24 May 2020, 20:12:12
Yeah, I have a couple XTs. One found organically, which was cheeeeeaaaaaaaaaap, and the other one from clickykeyboards since I knew it was going to be perfect when I bought it. I overpaid at $200, but I mean, if clickykeyboards has it it's basically new, so I'm fine with that. I paid for the assurance with the name.

They're good. I think the keyfeel is a little bit better than Ms. A bit lighter, a bit smoother, but I prefer the sound of the Ms. I like the thockier sound. The Model F and a good set of Alps clickies are about even to me, but to me the sound is a fairly big deal, and, combined with the normal ****ing layout, I do prefer the Models M to the Models F, and I prefer the Alps to the rest, including that Matias that I talk about all the time. You know what does it for me on the Matias? The USB hub built in. I love that, and, considering the feel is basically the same as good Alps white, I'm okay with that.

I sadly still have never had blue Alps, but I don't feel like I'm missing much, so I'm not up for dropping $200 for one of those boards when white are available for like $50, but still.

If I ever get enough money for a 122 key, it might change my mind, but I like all them keys I get on the Model M, and the XT layout isn't appreciably worse than the AT in my book. To me, it's about the number of keys. The F107 is the holy grail.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 24 May 2020, 20:43:43
Yeah, I have a couple XTs. One found organically, which was cheeeeeaaaaaaaaaap, and the other one from clickykeyboards since I knew it was going to be perfect when I bought it. I overpaid at $200, but I mean, if clickykeyboards has it it's basically new, so I'm fine with that. I paid for the assurance with the name.

You found it organically? Where did you find an IBM XT keyboard lying around?

They're good. I think the keyfeel is a little bit better than Ms. A bit lighter, a bit smoother, but I prefer the sound of the Ms. I like the thockier sound. The Model F and a good set of Alps clickies are about even to me, but to me the sound is a fairly big deal, and, combined with the normal ****ing layout, I do prefer the Models M to the Models F, and I prefer the Alps to the rest, including that Matias that I talk about all the time. You know what does it for me on the Matias? The USB hub built in. I love that, and, considering the feel is basically the same as good Alps white, I'm okay with that.

I would have to compare sounds again, but I do believe that the F ATs are the thockiest of the Fs, since the entire case is plastic like an M. Not sure how those might compare to an M in sound. You can modify F ATs and F122s to be ANSI, if you so desired. I do also love USB hubs built into keyboards. It is one of the reasons I like my Das Pro 4 and my K70s. The Das Pro 4's hub is even USB 3.0, which I wish I saw more of.

I sadly still have never had blue Alps, but I don't feel like I'm missing much, so I'm not up for dropping $200 for one of those boards when white are available for like $50, but still.

I do not honestly think that you are missing much at this point, now that I have been able to feel Matias switches for myself. The difference is marginal, and it is primarily noticeable in sound more than feel, with the Matias switches lacking the characteristic crisp but high-pitched SKCM click (all other characteristics of SKCM blues are usually bassy).

If I ever get enough money for a 122 key, it might change my mind, but I like all them keys I get on the Model M, and the XT layout isn't appreciably worse than the AT in my book. To me, it's about the number of keys. The F107 is the holy grail.

I could never type on an F XT. I tried, since it was the one board I had with significantly better switches than MX blues for a good period of time. The layout, and stepped caps, was just too weird. Even AT boards took me a while to get used to, since I use ctrl quite a bit.

I agree on the F107. They weigh 10 pounds or more, they're completely unnecessarily long, but they're a thing of simultaneous beauty and ruggedness. Completely impractical, but there's nothing I would rather use regardless at the moment. Not to downplay the rest of the 4704 family.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 25 May 2020, 04:23:40
Yeah, I have a couple XTs. One found organically, which was cheeeeeaaaaaaaaaap, and the other one from clickykeyboards since I knew it was going to be perfect when I bought it. I overpaid at $200, but I mean, if clickykeyboards has it it's basically new, so I'm fine with that. I paid for the assurance with the name.

You found it organically? Where did you find an IBM XT keyboard lying around?

Well, surprisingly, back in the day, even back only 10 years ago, IBM PCs weren't thatdifficult to find. At my elementary school, we had PS/2s, I remember the mouse and keyboard, which guided me to apprehending my first Model M a couple years later. BUT, we also had 2 IBM PCs. I don't remember what exactly they were, but they did have that stepped layout and a metal cage. While that could mean keyboards from any number of people, I think it shows that these things were around. It also means I still have a slight bit of muscle memory on that layout, so it's not jarring.

Also, being vaguely interested in this kind of stuff my whole life, I always used to check out the old computers and keyboards wherever I was if they had some lying around, and as you know, many did.

I saw the IBM Personal Computer at my ex girlfriend's dad's work or something in their server room back in 09 or 10, along with a lot of old enterprise stuff. I pilfered an Optiplex, a video card, and a few keyboards from that place. It's where I got a couple of my old dome with sliders I break out occasionally (but not that often; small backspace). The PC didn't work and my basic troubleshooting didn't fix it. I opened it up and it was old enough that I didn't know what anything in there was, so it was dead to me. I dropped the keyboard in the box because I recognized the din plug, and at that time didn't know keyboards didn't all use the same protocol. Well, I brought it home and it didn't work, and I did a bit of research. The limited research I gathered was that these couldn't communicate with modern PCs, and there was no point in keeping it around. I checked out prices on ebay and we're talking like $15. To me, it wasn't worth selling, so I didn't sell it. I just never used it.

Now, and I don't know if this was actually the case 10 years ago and I just didn't see anything about it, we have tiny chips and can convert the different protocols, so old keyboards suddenly have become useful, like the Model F. My old one dropped in the box isn't in great condition, and I popped it out and played with it a bit, but the feel not too much better than the Models M and I can see rust on the backplate. I figured I'd just keep it as a museum piece.

The clickykeyboards F is fairly recent. I was over there just looking, and I saw it. He actually said something like "the only way I know this was used is there is some dust under the keys," and he put up pictures and the thing looks immaculate. So I bought it. And a Lexmark branded Model M because I'm insane and think I need to have one of every part number or something. Those don't come up that often, and for $125 I'm willing to pay the extra money to have one in perfect condition with missing rivets replaced.

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They're good. I think the keyfeel is a little bit better than Ms. A bit lighter, a bit smoother, but I prefer the sound of the Ms. I like the thockier sound. The Model F and a good set of Alps clickies are about even to me, but to me the sound is a fairly big deal, and, combined with the normal ****ing layout, I do prefer the Models M to the Models F, and I prefer the Alps to the rest, including that Matias that I talk about all the time. You know what does it for me on the Matias? The USB hub built in. I love that, and, considering the feel is basically the same as good Alps white, I'm okay with that.

I would have to compare sounds again, but I do believe that the F ATs are the thockiest of the Fs, since the entire case is plastic like an M. Not sure how those might compare to an M in sound. You can modify F ATs and F122s to be ANSI, if you so desired. I do also love USB hubs built into keyboards. It is one of the reasons I like my Das Pro 4 and my K70s. The Das Pro 4's hub is even USB 3.0, which I wish I saw more of.

I do hear that about the ATs. From videos I can hear on the internet, it's still got that pingyness I don't like. The sing songy metal on metal noise. Ick. It's definitely the deepest seeming according to the videos, but it's like lipstick on a pig, so to speak.

I don't need the ANSI layout. I didn't always live here in the US of A! I'm about to give you guys some really boring information. In Luxembourg, 3 layouts tend to be common, in descending order of appearance.

1. German qwertz. It's the one you usually find, and it's second nature to me.
2. Swiss German layout. This is one you often find at peoples' homes, since the Swiss German layout allows people to type accents and characters available in French more easily, but they still type in, of course, mostly Luxembourgish (a Moselle Franconian dialect; informally) or German (more formally, or for the web outside of Luxembourg).
3. French azerty. Holy **** what maniac would willingly type on this awful layout. You have to hit SHIFT FOR THE ****ING PERIOD. Ugh. Default is colon and semicolon like ****ing absolute mentalists. Even though the country's only like 30 miles wide, you do tend to see a geographic distribution on the French layout. On the extreme west of the country you tend to get more Azertys, and they're becoming more popular in high school, as they've changed the instruction language at the high school level to be predominantly French. To me the dividing line between azertys and sensible layouts is at Differdange where you get about 50/50. In Rodange, you're about 70% azerty. In Virton in Belgium, despite speaking Luxembourgish, it's like 100% azerty.

Anyway, all have the ISO enter and short left shift, which I never use anyway, though I thought the AT was basically in ANSI anyway, just with a BAE. I had a qwertz keyboard in my rotation as recently as 3 or 4 years ago.

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I sadly still have never had blue Alps, but I don't feel like I'm missing much, so I'm not up for dropping $200 for one of those boards when white are available for like $50, but still.

I do not honestly think that you are missing much at this point, now that I have been able to feel Matias switches for myself. The difference is marginal, and it is primarily noticeable in sound more than feel, with the Matias switches lacking the characteristic crisp but high-pitched SKCM click (all other characteristics of SKCM blues are usually bassy).

Is that what it is? I couldn't figure out what it was that I liked more about the Matias than my Alps boards, you know, besides the USB. The build quality is meh, the keycaps are meh, I just didn't know. It must be the lack of pinginess.

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If I ever get enough money for a 122 key, it might change my mind, but I like all them keys I get on the Model M, and the XT layout isn't appreciably worse than the AT in my book. To me, it's about the number of keys. The F107 is the holy grail.

I could never type on an F XT. I tried, since it was the one board I had with significantly better switches than MX blues for a good period of time. The layout, and stepped caps, was just too weird. Even AT boards took me a while to get used to, since I use ctrl quite a bit.

Presumably, you could just remap the control, caps, and alt keys to do whatever you wanted, right?

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I agree on the F107. They weigh 10 pounds or more, they're completely unnecessarily long, but they're a thing of simultaneous beauty and ruggedness. Completely impractical, but there's nothing I would rather use regardless at the moment. Not to downplay the rest of the 4704 family.

Well, I performed your suggestion, let's see what happens!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 25 May 2020, 08:36:09

Even AT boards took me a while to get used to, since I use ctrl quite a bit.


Depending on how handy you are, the AT can be modified to something quite close to ANSI if you can do a bit of Dremel work.

Fixing Backspace and Enter are trivial once you have it apart, and if you can grind out two 1/2" diameter half-circles in the plate then you can add 2 Alt keys beside a transplanted Model M space bar and let both Controls be outboard of that. There are multiple options for stabilizing the M space bar, but using 7/16" SAE washers over the "V" and ",<" barrels is the easiest.

Then you have to buy or acquire a small handful of parts such as 2 additional barrels and they replacement key caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tinman39 on Mon, 25 May 2020, 16:20:19
My main board is a Durgod Taurus K320 with Cherry MX Brown switches. It was my first mechanical board. I did some research before buying it and I like it. I have a GMMK Compact in the mail to try out some other switches and see if I like 60% boards for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 25 May 2020, 16:43:13
Yeah, I have a couple XTs. One found organically, which was cheeeeeaaaaaaaaaap, and the other one from clickykeyboards since I knew it was going to be perfect when I bought it. I overpaid at $200, but I mean, if clickykeyboards has it it's basically new, so I'm fine with that. I paid for the assurance with the name.

You found it organically? Where did you find an IBM XT keyboard lying around?

Well, surprisingly, back in the day, even back only 10 years ago, IBM PCs weren't thatdifficult to find. At my elementary school, we had PS/2s, I remember the mouse and keyboard, which guided me to apprehending my first Model M a couple years later. BUT, we also had 2 IBM PCs. I don't remember what exactly they were, but they did have that stepped layout and a metal cage. While that could mean keyboards from any number of people, I think it shows that these things were around. It also means I still have a slight bit of muscle memory on that layout, so it's not jarring.

Also, being vaguely interested in this kind of stuff my whole life, I always used to check out the old computers and keyboards wherever I was if they had some lying around, and as you know, many did.

I saw the IBM Personal Computer at my ex girlfriend's dad's work or something in their server room back in 09 or 10, along with a lot of old enterprise stuff. I pilfered an Optiplex, a video card, and a few keyboards from that place. It's where I got a couple of my old dome with sliders I break out occasionally (but not that often; small backspace). The PC didn't work and my basic troubleshooting didn't fix it. I opened it up and it was old enough that I didn't know what anything in there was, so it was dead to me. I dropped the keyboard in the box because I recognized the din plug, and at that time didn't know keyboards didn't all use the same protocol. Well, I brought it home and it didn't work, and I did a bit of research. The limited research I gathered was that these couldn't communicate with modern PCs, and there was no point in keeping it around. I checked out prices on ebay and we're talking like $15. To me, it wasn't worth selling, so I didn't sell it. I just never used it.

Now, and I don't know if this was actually the case 10 years ago and I just didn't see anything about it, we have tiny chips and can convert the different protocols, so old keyboards suddenly have become useful, like the Model F. My old one dropped in the box isn't in great condition, and I popped it out and played with it a bit, but the feel not too much better than the Models M and I can see rust on the backplate. I figured I'd just keep it as a museum piece.

The clickykeyboards F is fairly recent. I was over there just looking, and I saw it. He actually said something like "the only way I know this was used is there is some dust under the keys," and he put up pictures and the thing looks immaculate. So I bought it. And a Lexmark branded Model M because I'm insane and think I need to have one of every part number or something. Those don't come up that often, and for $125 I'm willing to pay the extra money to have one in perfect condition with missing rivets replaced.

Well, that's an awesome story. I don't know if it is something others would recommend here, but I would probably strip that F down and dunk anything that's rusty in a vinegar bath a few days and/or scrape the rust off with some oil and a copper brush. The vinegar will take care of all of the rust on its own with enough time, though some say that leaving metal in too long can cause the vinegar to eat the good metal too. Then I would probably hit it with some Rust-Oleum that's meant to neutralize rust in case any active rust was missed, just to stabilize it.

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They're good. I think the keyfeel is a little bit better than Ms. A bit lighter, a bit smoother, but I prefer the sound of the Ms. I like the thockier sound. The Model F and a good set of Alps clickies are about even to me, but to me the sound is a fairly big deal, and, combined with the normal ****ing layout, I do prefer the Models M to the Models F, and I prefer the Alps to the rest, including that Matias that I talk about all the time. You know what does it for me on the Matias? The USB hub built in. I love that, and, considering the feel is basically the same as good Alps white, I'm okay with that.

I would have to compare sounds again, but I do believe that the F ATs are the thockiest of the Fs, since the entire case is plastic like an M. Not sure how those might compare to an M in sound. You can modify F ATs and F122s to be ANSI, if you so desired. I do also love USB hubs built into keyboards. It is one of the reasons I like my Das Pro 4 and my K70s. The Das Pro 4's hub is even USB 3.0, which I wish I saw more of.

I do hear that about the ATs. From videos I can hear on the internet, it's still got that pingyness I don't like. The sing songy metal on metal noise. Ick. It's definitely the deepest seeming according to the videos, but it's like lipstick on a pig, so to speak.

I don't need the ANSI layout. I didn't always live here in the US of A! I'm about to give you guys some really boring information. In Luxembourg, 3 layouts tend to be common, in descending order of appearance.

1. German qwertz. It's the one you usually find, and it's second nature to me.
2. Swiss German layout. This is one you often find at peoples' homes, since the Swiss German layout allows people to type accents and characters available in French more easily, but they still type in, of course, mostly Luxembourgish (a Moselle Franconian dialect; informally) or German (more formally, or for the web outside of Luxembourg).
3. French azerty. Holy **** what maniac would willingly type on this awful layout. You have to hit SHIFT FOR THE ****ING PERIOD. Ugh. Default is colon and semicolon like ****ing absolute mentalists. Even though the country's only like 30 miles wide, you do tend to see a geographic distribution on the French layout. On the extreme west of the country you tend to get more Azertys, and they're becoming more popular in high school, as they've changed the instruction language at the high school level to be predominantly French. To me the dividing line between azertys and sensible layouts is at Differdange where you get about 50/50. In Rodange, you're about 70% azerty. In Virton in Belgium, despite speaking Luxembourgish, it's like 100% azerty.

Anyway, all have the ISO enter and short left shift, which I never use anyway, though I thought the AT was basically in ANSI anyway, just with a BAE. I had a qwertz keyboard in my rotation as recently as 3 or 4 years ago.

That's very interesting. I couldn't imagine how confusing/annoying it would be with such different layouts floating around everywhere. I have always lived in the continental U.S., so I have no exposure to other layouts. I just figured that you wanted a layout closer to an M, and an ANSI mod is all that's necessary to make those boards exactly the same, besides the f row being on the left on the AT.

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I sadly still have never had blue Alps, but I don't feel like I'm missing much, so I'm not up for dropping $200 for one of those boards when white are available for like $50, but still.

I do not honestly think that you are missing much at this point, now that I have been able to feel Matias switches for myself. The difference is marginal, and it is primarily noticeable in sound more than feel, with the Matias switches lacking the characteristic crisp but high-pitched SKCM click (all other characteristics of SKCM blues are usually bassy).

Is that what it is? I couldn't figure out what it was that I liked more about the Matias than my Alps boards, you know, besides the USB. The build quality is meh, the keycaps are meh, I just didn't know. It must be the lack of pinginess.

Sort of, although I don't think it is even a ping. The SKCM blues I compared against have a high-pitched click. Even Kailh box jades do, it is just that the click isn't really the most prevalant/pronounced sound of either switch, so the overall soundtrack is still bassy on both. With Matias, I have noticed that the click is not high-pitched at all, and is somewhat muted.

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If I ever get enough money for a 122 key, it might change my mind, but I like all them keys I get on the Model M, and the XT layout isn't appreciably worse than the AT in my book. To me, it's about the number of keys. The F107 is the holy grail.

I could never type on an F XT. I tried, since it was the one board I had with significantly better switches than MX blues for a good period of time. The layout, and stepped caps, was just too weird. Even AT boards took me a while to get used to, since I use ctrl quite a bit.

Presumably, you could just remap the control, caps, and alt keys to do whatever you wanted, right?

I could. I never use any of the keys that are over by caps lock anyway though, and I would say that navigating with the number pad is pretty jarring as well either way. I don't like messing with custom mappings, certainly not on a computer-to-computer basis since I use one heck of a lot of computers, and I don't want to carry a converter around all of the time if I don't have to. The AT layout is the one thing I make an exception for, for the sake of vintage boards, in ruining my muscle memory and/or deviating from standard modern ANSI.

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I agree on the F107. They weigh 10 pounds or more, they're completely unnecessarily long, but they're a thing of simultaneous beauty and ruggedness. Completely impractical, but there's nothing I would rather use regardless at the moment. Not to downplay the rest of the 4704 family.

Well, I performed your suggestion, let's see what happens!

Good luck. I think you'll love it once you get it.

My main board is a Durgod Taurus K320 with Cherry MX Brown switches. It was my first mechanical board. I did some research before buying it and I like it. I have a GMMK Compact in the mail to try out some other switches and see if I like 60% boards for gaming.

Nice. Durgod's boards look pretty nice.


Even AT boards took me a while to get used to, since I use ctrl quite a bit.


Depending on how handy you are, the AT can be modified to something quite close to ANSI if you can do a bit of Dremel work.

Fixing Backspace and Enter are trivial once you have it apart, and if you can grind out two 1/2" diameter half-circles in the plate then you can add 2 Alt keys beside a transplanted Model M space bar and let both Controls be outboard of that. There are multiple options for stabilizing the M space bar, but using 7/16" SAE washers over the "V" and ",<" barrels is the easiest.

Then you have to buy or acquire a small handful of parts such as 2 additional barrels and they replacement key caps.


I know, we've talked about it before. I would rather not mod my F ATs. I have an F77 and F107 to type on now as well anyway. The AT layout hasn't taken significant work to adapt to.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 25 May 2020, 17:19:57

I would rather not mod my F ATs.


ATs plural? Surely you would want one that you would actually use!


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 25 May 2020, 18:09:30

I would rather not mod my F ATs.


ATs plural? Surely you would want one that you would actually use!

Yes, I have two of them. lol. I have ... 5 model Fs now. The XT doesn't get much use, the others are usually in rotation somewhere. I have an F AT at the desk at one location at work, and the new production F77 at the other. I was using my F107 for most I had an excuse to use it for at home until this Matias board came in, so I'm using that as much as I can for the time being. My good DC-2014 is usually in rotation as well. The Unitek K151L I put box jades into should be, really. I'm actually kind of lured to the AT layout, as awkward as it is. It isn't really much of a difficulty for me to use anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 25 May 2020, 18:23:32
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 25 May 2020, 19:24:13
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo

It is. I quite like it. It didn't end up as bassy as I would have liked, probably because of the steel plate and steel lower casing, but it is still a really cool board in my opinion.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 26 May 2020, 09:29:37
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo

It is. I quite like it. It didn't end up as bassy as I would have liked, probably because of the steel plate and steel lower casing, but it is still a really cool board in my opinion.

Jades are also not an inherently bassy switch. Pretty high pitched click.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 26 May 2020, 10:22:21
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo

It is. I quite like it. It didn't end up as bassy as I would have liked, probably because of the steel plate and steel lower casing, but it is still a really cool board in my opinion.

Jades are also not an inherently bassy switch. Pretty high pitched click.

They're the best modern clickies I have ever heard in that regard, besides maybe box pinks. Not quite as good as the Alps family, but not far off.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 26 May 2020, 10:38:13
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo

It is. I quite like it. It didn't end up as bassy as I would have liked, probably because of the steel plate and steel lower casing, but it is still a really cool board in my opinion.

Jades are also not an inherently bassy switch. Pretty high pitched click.

They're the best modern clickies I have ever heard in that regard, besides maybe box pinks. Not quite as good as the Alps family, but not far off.

Yeah, Jades are great. They are however right on the boarder of being too heavy. I'm about to mount some box pinks. I imagine those will be perfect. I've also got some noble yellows on the way.

The only contender could be zealiostotles/phoenix switches. However, my zealiostotles wouldn't rebound unless I put 67g springs in them which was too heavy imo for a clicky switch. I wanted 62g but half the stems got stuck at the bottom. I think it was a fit issue. I've ordered some of the new Phoenix stems and am eager to try them to see how they compare. But... I forgot to order springs...  :-X ;D :))

I will be VERY interested to try zeal PCs new clicky/tactile/linears even though this still seems like witchcraft heresy illegal voodoo to me  :eek:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 26 May 2020, 11:48:03
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo

It is. I quite like it. It didn't end up as bassy as I would have liked, probably because of the steel plate and steel lower casing, but it is still a really cool board in my opinion.

Jades are also not an inherently bassy switch. Pretty high pitched click.

They're the best modern clickies I have ever heard in that regard, besides maybe box pinks. Not quite as good as the Alps family, but not far off.

Yeah, Jades are great. They are however right on the boarder of being too heavy. I'm about to mount some box pinks. I imagine those will be perfect. I've also got some noble yellows on the way.

The only contender could be zealiostotles/phoenix switches. However, my zealiostotles wouldn't rebound unless I put 67g springs in them which was too heavy imo for a clicky switch. I wanted 62g but half the stems got stuck at the bottom. I think it was a fit issue. I've ordered some of the new Phoenix stems and am eager to try them to see how they compare. But... I forgot to order springs...  :-X ;D :))

I will be VERY interested to try zeal PCs new clicky/tactile/linears even though this still seems like witchcraft heresy illegal voodoo to me  :eek:

You could try some slightly lighter springs in the jades. I know I haven't had any problem with them returning properly even with the big ass enter key on my K151L, so I imagine they could handle a little lightening. I have a noble yellow in a tester I believe, although KPrepublic's labeling of my tester is not fantastic. I was actually kind of underwhelmed. The tactility is much lower than jades, and I think they were noticeably higher-pitched as well. I would have to compare them again. I need to get my hands on some pinks eventually. I think jades are pretty close to complicated Alps in terms of weighting, but maybe that's just perception.

I swore off MX-based clickies, but I probably should give stotle variants a try. Gateron and Outemu clickies aren't half bad afterall.

I'll have to look into those new switches. I hadn't heard about them. They're a departure from the MX design as well? It is good to see more of that finally happening from other players besides Kaihua then.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 26 May 2020, 12:04:31
The Unitek K151L I put box jades into

That sounds like an awesome combo

It is. I quite like it. It didn't end up as bassy as I would have liked, probably because of the steel plate and steel lower casing, but it is still a really cool board in my opinion.

Jades are also not an inherently bassy switch. Pretty high pitched click.

They're the best modern clickies I have ever heard in that regard, besides maybe box pinks. Not quite as good as the Alps family, but not far off.

Yeah, Jades are great. They are however right on the boarder of being too heavy. I'm about to mount some box pinks. I imagine those will be perfect. I've also got some noble yellows on the way.

The only contender could be zealiostotles/phoenix switches. However, my zealiostotles wouldn't rebound unless I put 67g springs in them which was too heavy imo for a clicky switch. I wanted 62g but half the stems got stuck at the bottom. I think it was a fit issue. I've ordered some of the new Phoenix stems and am eager to try them to see how they compare. But... I forgot to order springs...  :-X ;D :))

I will be VERY interested to try zeal PCs new clicky/tactile/linears even though this still seems like witchcraft heresy illegal voodoo to me  :eek:

You could try some slightly lighter springs in the jades. I know I haven't had any problem with them returning properly even with the big ass enter key on my K151L, so I imagine they could handle a little lightening. I have a noble yellow in a tester I believe, although KPrepublic's labeling of my tester is not fantastic. I was actually kind of underwhelmed. The tactility is much lower than jades, and I think they were noticeably higher-pitched as well. I would have to compare them again. I need to get my hands on some pinks eventually. I think jades are pretty close to complicated Alps in terms of weighting, but maybe that's just perception.

I swore off MX-based clickies, but I probably should give stotle variants a try. Gateron and Outemu clickies aren't half bad afterall.

I'll have to look into those new switches. I hadn't heard about them. They're a departure from the MX design as well? It is good to see more of that finally happening from other players besides Kaihua then.

It's kind of a mystery tbh. They look the same as mx style switches but they claim it's influenced by the alps design soooo... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 27 May 2020, 12:49:37
I am currently, and have been since I got it this weekend, using my new Matias mini "tactile" pro, which I very much like so far, other than the Mac-specific mapping and legends, for which there is literally no alternative from Matias anymore. Oh well.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 27 May 2020, 21:15:14
NEW MODEL M BOYS!

(https://i.imgur.com/0Yru0HSh.jpg)

That's right, the first new Model M design in over 20 years is here and sitting on my desk. Here's the crazy part: it's louder even than other unicomps. This plastic chassis is insane! Perfect! I put away my Gen 1 to type with this bad lad today. Loving it so far, but I think the brilliant white keycaps and the stumpy feet could be improved. Very nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 27 May 2020, 21:43:44
NEW MODEL M BOYS!

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(https://i.imgur.com/0Yru0HSh.jpg)


That's right, the first new Model M design in over 20 years is here and sitting on my desk. Here's the crazy part: it's louder even than other unicomps. This plastic chassis is insane! Perfect! I put away my Gen 1 to type with this bad lad today. Loving it so far, but I think the brilliant white keycaps and the stumpy feet could be improved. Very nice.

Nice. Have you got any posts comparing it to the rest of your fleet? I may get the TKL when it comes out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 27 May 2020, 22:05:45
(https://i.imgur.com/OLwQAma.jpg)

No but this is what's behind me when I type on the computer right now.

There's a lot of boards there that have not seen the Geekhack light yet. Some old some new.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 27 May 2020, 22:37:27
No but this is what's behind me when I type on the computer right now.

Why are they lurking directly behind you? Have they gained sentience and have begun to plot your demise?

I actually have a similar situation going on behind me as well. I had to take this from another angle, and the light saturation, etc, sucks since that sofa is directly beneath a loft bed. Had to take the towel off of the DC-2014, since blue Alps.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 00:27:13
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 28 May 2020, 08:18:13
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.

Do you keep a permanent static display of Model Ms? I don't know that I would even want to try to put all of my mechanical keyboards into one single place. It would not be pretty. You've got more Model Ms than I do though.

This almost makes me wonder if there should be a threat specifically for what keyboards just so happen to be in your nearby random stack of recently-used ones. I didn't know anybody else did that. lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 08:23:38
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.

Do you keep a permanent static display of Model Ms? I don't know that I would even want to try to put all of my mechanical keyboards into one single place. It would not be pretty. You've got more Model Ms than I do though.

This almost makes me wonder if there should be a threat specifically for what keyboards just so happen to be in your nearby random stack of recently-used ones. I didn't know anybody else did that. lol

I was thinking the same thing. My couch is always littered with keebs 😅
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 08:25:15
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.

Do you keep a permanent static display of Model Ms? I don't know that I would even want to try to put all of my mechanical keyboards into one single place. It would not be pretty. You've got more Model Ms than I do though.

This almost makes me wonder if there should be a threat specifically for what keyboards just so happen to be in your nearby random stack of recently-used ones. I didn't know anybody else did that. lol

I was thinking the same thing. My couch is always littered with keebs 😅

It would have to be no cheating though. No putting out nicer keebs or repositioning.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 09:07:32
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.

Do you keep a permanent static display of Model Ms? I don't know that I would even want to try to put all of my mechanical keyboards into one single place. It would not be pretty. You've got more Model Ms than I do though.

This almost makes me wonder if there should be a threat specifically for what keyboards just so happen to be in your nearby random stack of recently-used ones. I didn't know anybody else did that. lol

I was thinking the same thing. My couch is always littered with keebs 😅

It would have to be no cheating though. No putting out nicer keebs or repositioning.

All those pictures are older. That doesn't mean I don't have them anymore. Did you ever go to my link?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 28 May 2020, 11:56:05
It would have to be no cheating though. No putting out nicer keebs or repositioning.

All those pictures are older. That doesn't mean I don't have them anymore. Did you ever go to my link?

I don't believe he means that you don't have them, just that the picture looks organized, deliberate. That's why I also joked about a static Model M display. Our previous pictures were literally just what happened to be behind us that moment. It doesn't look, to me, like your images are public. The link goes to your IMGUR posts, which is a blank page.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 28 May 2020, 19:46:07
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.

Holy smokes, what the **** is that Lexmark branded SSK? How do I apprehend one?

Here's my Industrial Lexmark with new Geekhack function keys.

(https://i.imgur.com/JqiSjOo.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 28 May 2020, 20:57:39
I might have a few more lying around. Hmm.

Holy smokes, what the **** is that Lexmark branded SSK? How do I apprehend one?

Here's my Industrial Lexmark with new Geekhack function keys.

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(https://i.imgur.com/JqiSjOo.jpg)


Nice. I need to order some more Geekhack windows keys from them, among other things, for my F107. I would put a picture up of the Realforce 87u I just got, but it was secondhand and isn't the cleanest thing yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Fri, 29 May 2020, 05:07:47
My Acer 6012 that originally had white Alps, but now has blues, except on the nav cluster and numpad. The yellowing, as you can see, is severe. The logo plate especially looks like someone painted it with old piss.
Now, I *could* switch the case from my other 6012 which hasn't really yellowed much, but I just can't be bothered.
(https://i.imgur.com/vIIDYXt.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 29 May 2020, 09:19:57
My Acer 6012 that originally had white Alps, but now has blues, except on the nav cluster and numpad. The yellowing, as you can see, is severe. The logo plate especially looks like someone painted it with old piss.
Now, I *could* switch the case from my other 6012 which hasn't really yellowed much, but I just can't be bothered.
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Sweet old board you've got there. I like the old piss look, it gives it character (even though I'm not even normally a fan of yellow). I don't personally get the need to make everything look brand new.

Is that coffee on the left? I can't say it surprises me that you've got a fish-themed drink coaster, in Finland.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 29 May 2020, 11:18:28
This alu unit.

iKBC MF 108. Box pinks. Stabs clipped and lubed.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Fri, 29 May 2020, 11:20:50
How's it sound?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 29 May 2020, 11:42:07
How's it sound?

Very tight. Very slick.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 29 May 2020, 12:26:20
How's it sound?

Very tight. Very slick.

Nice board, and I imagine the switches are just as nice. I need to track down some box pinks to try.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Fri, 29 May 2020, 14:08:41



Is that coffee on the left? I can't say it surprises me that you've got a fish-themed drink coaster, in Finland.

Of course it's coffee! Nothing better than good coffee after lunch and getting to write some actual code instead of troubleshooting failing legacy systems and other meh stuff. It was a good day! The fish is

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coregonus_albula
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 29 May 2020, 15:28:44



Is that coffee on the left? I can't say it surprises me that you've got a fish-themed drink coaster, in Finland.

Of course it's coffee! Nothing better than good coffee after lunch and getting to write some actual code instead of troubleshooting failing legacy systems and other meh stuff. It was a good day! The fish is

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coregonus_albula

What sort of coffee? Creamer? I generally drink mine black unless I specifically feel like some fancy iced coffee or something. I think that even a decent coffee, made in a french press, is fantastic on its own. I may be a space alien though anyway, because I'll choke down the random McDonalds sludge/dirt black too. There's a place local to here that serves their iced coffee black. You know that's a freaking good cup of coffee if you can serve it with no creamer and no sugar, on ice.

I'm no fish connoisseur, myself, though I don't mind eating some fresh out of a local lake from time to time, and reading about something new is always interesting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Fri, 29 May 2020, 21:41:38
Here's an ever so slightly different industrial board.

(https://i.imgur.com/cuDXk7Vh.jpg)

The scheme on this one is to make it look like butts and not care. Threw a modelm sticker on that bad lad with a pink cable.

You can tell it's different basically because it's actually a terminal board so it doesn't have locklights and I felt no need for an overlay, plus it has coloured legends.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Sat, 30 May 2020, 07:37:12

What sort of coffee? Creamer? I generally drink mine black unless I specifically feel like some fancy iced coffee or something. I think that even a decent coffee, made in a french press, is fantastic on its own. I may be a space alien though anyway, because I'll choke down the random McDonalds sludge/dirt black too. There's a place local to here that serves their iced coffee black. You know that's a freaking good cup of coffee if you can serve it with no creamer and no sugar, on ice.

I usually make my morning coffee in a moka pot, and then go for french press after lunch.

I can and will drink a ****ty filtered coffee too, there's even its own charm sometimes to go the city and just grab cup of **** coffee :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eyud on Mon, 01 June 2020, 23:02:22
Just upgraded from my old Realforce 87U to a Realforce R2 PFU edition. I gotta admit, I like the old case better with the forehead and the gold badge. But otherwise the R2 is a dream.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 02 June 2020, 10:07:18
Just upgraded from my old Realforce 87U to a Realforce R2 PFU edition. I gotta admit, I like the old case better with the forehead and the gold badge. But otherwise the R2 is a dream.

Did you sell it on Ebay? I just bought my first Topre board, a 55g 87u on Ebay just over a week ago. lol

I just wanted to feel the switches for myself, so I don't know much about the minutia. What makes a R2 an upgrade over an 87u?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eyud on Tue, 02 June 2020, 13:53:09
Did you sell it on Ebay? I just bought my first Topre board, a 55g 87u on Ebay just over a week ago. lol

Nope, haven't sold the old one yet but welcome to the Church of Topre. ;D Stuff I like about the new board (although some of this is exclusive to the PFU edition):

- Silenced switches. I could have installed silencing rings on the 87U but it's nice to have them preinstalled.
- Ability to swap control/caps lock with a key combo instead of a dip switch.
- Actuation point control. Cooler than I expected. The lowest setting is quite nice for games.
- The caps lock light has moved to the correct place instead of being on the key where your hand blocks your view of it.
- PBT spacebar!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 02 June 2020, 15:37:43
Did you sell it on Ebay? I just bought my first Topre board, a 55g 87u on Ebay just over a week ago. lol

Nope, haven't sold the old one yet but welcome to the Church of Topre. ;D Stuff I like about the new board (although some of this is exclusive to the PFU edition):

- Silenced switches. I could have installed silencing rings on the 87U but it's nice to have them preinstalled.
- Ability to swap control/caps lock with a key combo instead of a dip switch.
- Actuation point control. Cooler than I expected. The lowest setting is quite nice for games.
- The caps lock light has moved to the correct place instead of being on the key where your hand blocks your view of it.
- PBT spacebar!

Thank you, but I'm just visiting the Church of Topre. I don't plan on joining the congregation. lol. I'm a clicky guy. I will say it is the nicest rubber dome I have ever felt, and will likely hold that title in perpetuity. I imagine, being capacitive like a Model F, that they'll last basically forever as well.

Do you often swap ctrl and caps lock?

I imagine yours is 45g then? I can't see myself playing any games with mine, although I do consider it when it is sitting just above my K70. I think the 55g is just a bit too stiff, as odd as that seems to me being used to MX weightings. I would love to have a switch I could control the actuation point on myself, then something like an MX red wouldn't be just a tad too sensitive. I figure I'll wait for the hall effect silo beam springs to jump into adjustable actuation, since then I can swap linears and beam springs on a whim. Maybe I should just get the Keystone right away, but I'm not a fan of its boring/pedestrian looks and construction.

I actually really like the in-key lock lights on the few boards that have them, that sure can be annoying if you want different caps and to still be able to see the lock lights though. I don't know why I would even care other than arbitrary stylistic preference since I almost never use the lock keys unless a game needs caps lock for something anyway. I also use the traditional modern caps lock location, so my hand isn't really on it unless I'm pressing it, which is rare.

Nice on the spacebar. That was always a sticking point on Topre boards, right?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eyud on Tue, 02 June 2020, 21:00:10
Do you often swap ctrl and caps lock?

I like it swapped for games but normal for general use. With my old board I just left it swapped all the time but now I can easily enable/disable that as needed.

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I imagine yours is 45g then?

Yeah, I've actually only used 45g Topres. Would like to try 55s or BKE domes someday.

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Nice on the spacebar. That was always a sticking point on Topre boards, right?

Yep, it was ABS on my old board. I always meant to find a PBT replacement just never got around to actually doing it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 03 June 2020, 14:34:03
Do you often swap ctrl and caps lock?

I like it swapped for games but normal for general use. With my old board I just left it swapped all the time but now I can easily enable/disable that as needed.

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I imagine yours is 45g then?

Yeah, I've actually only used 45g Topres. Would like to try 55s or BKE domes someday.

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Nice on the spacebar. That was always a sticking point on Topre boards, right?

Yep, it was ABS on my old board. I always meant to find a PBT replacement just never got around to actually doing it.

So you use a 45g Topre board for gaming? Have you got any pros and cons for doing that vs a more conventional tactile, or the old standby of MX linears, etc?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eyud on Wed, 03 June 2020, 14:49:26
No particular reason when it comes to gaming, I just like using one keyboard for everything and the typing experience is my top priority since I'm a software developer. When I first got into mechanical keyboards I tried a few MX switches but settled on Topre as my all around favorite and have stuck with them ever since.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 03 June 2020, 15:40:57
No particular reason when it comes to gaming, I just like using one keyboard for everything and the typing experience is my top priority since I'm a software developer. When I first got into mechanical keyboards I tried a few MX switches but settled on Topre as my all around favorite and have stuck with them ever since.

You've only tried MX? I would very seriously consider Topre conversion myself if that's all I could compare it against. It is certainly smoother than anything I have felt in the MX family, and the 55g, at least, has a relatively pleasant tactility not unlike MX clears. I love clickies, but MX blue vs Topre? I might actually swing tactile in that case. It would certainly be a very tough choice either way. I was already wondering about this the other day. It seems to me that Topre was the only cool kid left on the scene with the decline and exit of Alps and IBM boards and switches. It seems, to me, like when a lot of people were getting into this hobby, their choices were mostly MX full-sized boards of (usually) questionable quality, and the HHKB, which was certainly a refreshing and appealing idea when even something as small as a TKL wasn't exactly common.

What would you choose? Some crappy Cherry-branded board (ignoring better emerging brands, or being unaware of them) with the Honda Civic of switches, or the most refined switch design still in production, in a form factor a fraction of the size of most of the rest of the market, manufactured to rigid standards of quality, in Japan? That seems to explain, to me, the success of Topre.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eyud on Wed, 03 June 2020, 16:21:15
I actually have used a Model M and a few Apple keyboards with Alps (I think) before but it's been many years. I like how buckling springs feel but they're too loud to my ears; tactile is really the sweet spot for me. Are Alps clicky or tactile? I honestly don't remember much about them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 03 June 2020, 16:45:07
I actually have used a Model M and a few Apple keyboards with Alps (I think) before but it's been many years. I like how buckling springs feel but they're too loud to my ears; tactile is really the sweet spot for me. Are Alps clicky or tactile? I honestly don't remember much about them.

Some Alps are clicky, some are tactile-ish (it has been some time since I have felt or heard them, but I'm pretty sure they're louder than you would normally expect from a tactile), and some are linear. I think most of the ones in Apple keyboards were ... silenced and/or tactile, though I believe one notable exception was that later versions of the Apple IIc's keyboard had clicky Amber Alps.

If the M is too harsh to your ears, you may like Alps SKCM, Kailh box jades and pinks, and even Matias "tactile" (actually clicky) switches. They're much deeper, and usually more subdued.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Eyud on Wed, 03 June 2020, 23:35:35
Thanks, I'll have to give those a shot sometime!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crazy Designers on Thu, 04 June 2020, 02:15:49
(https://i.imgur.com/k2FUecf.jpg)

bruh
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 04 June 2020, 09:14:07
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bruh

Forgive my ignorance of GB/custom stuff, but what the heck is that? Looking good.   :thumb:

Today, I have a Nan Tan keyboard with no model number. FCC ID is FMA44HKB6151, which matches other Nan Tan boards that have been found with blue Alps. This one apparently, unfortunately, only has whites. They're in fantastic shape though. The whole board is. I have not even cleaned it., and it looks practically new.

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Somebody, at some point, thought they needed to drastically change the angle of the keyboard, which I'm actually disliking, being used to my keyboards basically being flat. I'm torn on removing the rubber feet though, as then it loses some of its old charm/history. There is velcro on the bottom as well, for whatever reason.

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I think I ended up paying a bit more for it than I would like for SKCM whites, but they're in such wonderful shape (which was a category missing in my collection) that I'm still pretty happy with it. I may have to bust it open at some point to see inside as this may be the very lightest mechanical keyboard I have ever owned, even though it looks to have some sort of metal plate. It certainly flexes like crazy, not that that matters.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 04 June 2020, 16:44:54
I actually have used a Model M and a few Apple keyboards with Alps (I think) before but it's been many years. I like how buckling springs feel but they're too loud to my ears; tactile is really the sweet spot for me. Are Alps clicky or tactile? I honestly don't remember much about them.

Some Alps are clicky, some are tactile-ish (it has been some time since I have felt or heard them, but I'm pretty sure they're louder than you would normally expect from a tactile), and some are linear. I think most of the ones in Apple keyboards were ... silenced and/or tactile, though I believe one notable exception was that later versions of the Apple IIc's keyboard had clicky Amber Alps.

If the M is too harsh to your ears, you may like Alps SKCM, Kailh box jades and pinks, and even Matias "tactile" (actually clicky) switches. They're much deeper, and usually more subdued.

Can confirm. I have a Dell AT101W with tactile black alps and they're disgustingly loud. They don't click, but it's like, uhh. What's the best way to explain this. A black alps board isn't clicky in that there's nothing that's been designed to make a noise in it, but it's still loud as ****. Like if you tell a 3 year old to be very quiet while playing with her kitchen play set. That ****'s gonna be loud, even if she's stage whispering.

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bruh

Forgive my ignorance of GB/custom stuff, but what the heck is that? Looking good.   :thumb:

Today, I have a Nan Tan keyboard with no model number. FCC ID is FMA44HKB6151, which matches other Nan Tan boards that have been found with blue Alps. This one apparently, unfortunately, only has whites. They're in fantastic shape though. The whole board is. I have not even cleaned it., and it looks practically new.

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Somebody, at some point, thought they needed to drastically change the angle of the keyboard, which I'm actually disliking, being used to my keyboards basically being flat. I'm torn on removing the rubber feet though, as then it loses some of its old charm/history. There is velcro on the bottom as well, for whatever reason.

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I think I ended up paying a bit more for it than I would like for SKCM whites, but they're in such wonderful shape (which was a category missing in my collection) that I'm still pretty happy with it. I may have to bust it open at some point to see inside as this may be the very lightest mechanical keyboard I have ever owned, even though it looks to have some sort of metal plate. It certainly flexes like crazy, not that that matters.

That does look good. I've never heard of that one, but I'm having a parallel. I just found a great deal on another Omnikey, and it came and it's completely perfect. No dust, but some rust on the backplate. Typed on the keyboard...feels new. Looked around for signs of cleaning. None. It might have just never gotten dirty. It came with a Din -> PS2 converter, so someone must have been using this thing. The keys are doubleshot ABS, looks like Tai-Hao but might be one of those unknown ones. No yellowing. Holy smokes. Could it be we just both got primo near perfect condition old SKCM boards?

I like the fact that yours's former owner decided he didn't like the feet. He needed to glue new ones on there. Okay dude.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 04 June 2020, 17:04:39
That does look good. I've never heard of that one, but I'm having a parallel. I just found a great deal on another Omnikey, and it came and it's completely perfect. No dust, but some rust on the backplate. Typed on the keyboard...feels new. Looked around for signs of cleaning. None. It might have just never gotten dirty. It came with a Din -> PS2 converter, so someone must have been using this thing. The keys are doubleshot ABS, looks like Tai-Hao but might be one of those unknown ones. No yellowing. Holy smokes. Could it be we just both got primo near perfect condition old SKCM boards?

I like the fact that yours's former owner decided he didn't like the feet. He needed to glue new ones on there. Okay dude.

Well, if you got an Omnikey at a good price with perfect switches, you obviously got a better deal than I did. I would describe the case as about on par with a $5 OEM rubber dome ... just with Alps switches. The caps are pretty thin too, and certainly not double shots. I almost wonder if the plate is plastic. I can't imagine how it weighs this little with a plate in it. It does sound wonderful though, at least, and I didn't have any perfect SKCM whites yet either. I'll have to use it for a while to say for sure.

The stock feet lift the board even higher than the massive rubber bricks he/she stuck on it, so maybe that specific height was preferred. Maybe the Velcro and/or feet was also an attempt at preventing the thing from sliding around? The original rubber feet are pretty dry-rotted, so I imagine they don't grip great. Speaking of which, I should probably hit them with some ATF or something to try to soften them up before they crack too much.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 04 June 2020, 17:54:08

I just found a great deal on another Omnikey, and it came and it's completely perfect. No dust, but some rust on the backplate.


Rust is irrelevant, and all too common since they seldom painted those plates. Who cares? With the Northgates it sucks that they have those huge soldered connectors that prevent you from separating the plates to really get in there and clean, but it doesn't matter that much.

Good clean early whites are great and nearly as good as blue, especially for people who like a heavier stroke.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 04 June 2020, 18:05:12

I just found a great deal on another Omnikey, and it came and it's completely perfect. No dust, but some rust on the backplate.


Rust is irrelevant, and all too common since they seldom painted those plates. Who cares? With the Northgates it sucks that they have those huge soldered connectors that prevent you from separating the plates to really get in there and clean, but it doesn't matter that much.

Good clean early whites are great and nearly as good as blue, especially for people who like a heavier stroke.


I might have some more blasphemy for the unpopular opinions thread then, because my impressions now that I have a comparable SKCM white board is that I prefer Matias to SKCM white, so my rankings at the moment are something like SKCM blue > Matias "tactile" > SKCM white. I imagine my whites are relatively early too since the board is still using an AT-like layout, and is XT/AT switchable with a 5-pin din connector. Unless, of course, Nan Tan used some sort of Alps clones in a board that old? The start of the tactile event of the whites in my Omnikey does feel more rounded/refined, like the Matias and blues. The ones in my Omnikey also feel a bit lighter. I wonder if that could even just be a wear thing, though the Matias switches already had it new in the box.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 04 June 2020, 21:24:45
I don't even know what to think anymore. All I know is that Matias are fantastic, and if Models F didn't sound like ear cancer and came in a normal layout, I'd consider them about equal. I'm quite pleased to keep buying Matias keyboards.

In terms of case quality, hey, who cares, as long as it feels stable when you're typing, you know?

Actually, I say that, but I'm thinking that I'm lying to myself. It occurs to me that one of the reasons I like the Omnikey over the Focus that I have is, despite the same layout and similar feeling switches, the case is good. But still, most of the time it doesn't matter. I feel like that only really comes into play if all else is equal, and you've got two boards that are basically the same, but there's just one thing about one board that's a plus over another.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: melgeek on Thu, 04 June 2020, 22:04:50
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 04 June 2020, 23:45:52
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 05 June 2020, 07:52:37

if Models F didn't sound like ear cancer and came in a normal layout


I mostly agree with this, but these 2 problems can be rectified. The floss mod brings down the overtones to a civilized level, and both AT and 122-key terminals can be modded to something very close to conventional ANSI.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 05 June 2020, 16:07:39

if Models F didn't sound like ear cancer and came in a normal layout


I mostly agree with this, but these 2 problems can be rectified. The floss mod brings down the overtones to a civilized level, and both AT and 122-key terminals can be modded to something very close to conventional ANSI.

I was hoping you would chime in on that. I did remember seeing you had done some sound modifications to yours.

I suppose that I am just uncivilized. I love every Model F I have ever heard, just the way it is. The only question is whether I'll like them more or less with a solenoid on top of it all. lol :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 05 June 2020, 16:28:22
if Models F didn't sound like ear cancer and came in a normal layout

Boo! That's what makes them glorious beyond compare.
Good DAY sir!  :mad:

Plus, yeah, you can modify the layout which is what I've done to most of my Fs.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: noisyturtle on Fri, 05 June 2020, 20:19:43
Took out my old Ducky Year Of The Dragon and man does this thing ping! I'd forgotten how bad it was on old Ducky's, it's like I'm typing on a xylophone.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 05 June 2020, 20:56:39
Took out my old Ducky Year Of The Dragon and man does this thing ping! I'd forgotten how bad it was on old Ducky's, it's like I'm typing on a xylophone.

That sounds wonderfully entertaining to me, actually.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 05 June 2020, 21:25:19
Took out my old Ducky Year Of The Dragon and man does this thing ping! I'd forgotten how bad it was on old Ducky's, it's like I'm typing on a xylophone.

That sounds wonderfully entertaining to me, actually.

I agree. What switches? I wonder if you could capitalize on this like with the pingmaster?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 05 June 2020, 22:42:55
Took out my old Ducky Year Of The Dragon and man does this thing ping! I'd forgotten how bad it was on old Ducky's, it's like I'm typing on a xylophone.

That sounds wonderfully entertaining to me, actually.

I agree. What switches? I wonder if you could capitalize on this like with the pingmaster?

Try some box navies in a K65. You will not be disappointed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 05 June 2020, 22:51:50
Took out my old Ducky Year Of The Dragon and man does this thing ping! I'd forgotten how bad it was on old Ducky's, it's like I'm typing on a xylophone.

That sounds wonderfully entertaining to me, actually.

I agree. What switches? I wonder if you could capitalize on this like with the pingmaster?

Try some box navies in a K65. You will not be disappointed.

Ha! That would be awesome.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 05 June 2020, 22:58:33
I could try to record it if I had a decent microphone. That board's at work right now anyway though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: noisyturtle on Sat, 06 June 2020, 00:31:33
Took out my old Ducky Year Of The Dragon and man does this thing ping! I'd forgotten how bad it was on old Ducky's, it's like I'm typing on a xylophone.

That sounds wonderfully entertaining to me, actually.

I agree. What switches? I wonder if you could capitalize on this like with the pingmaster?

This one's got linear Red MX's with very pretty purple led's
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sat, 06 June 2020, 02:42:37
That is a type of switch I wouldn't expect to have a big issue with ping!

I'm still using the Model F. It turns out, it's totally usable for me right now, and I'm appreciating the smaller form factor with my 3rd monitor. I might just, like, actually use this.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 07 June 2020, 22:00:29
That is a type of switch I wouldn't expect to have a big issue with ping!

I'm still using the Model F. It turns out, it's totally usable for me right now, and I'm appreciating the smaller form factor with my 3rd monitor. I might just, like, actually use this.

You've mentioned maybe looking at an F AT now as well as a result, which is basically more of the same ... just less stepped caps, more stabilizers, a less strange enter key, etc. Even using the number pad for navigation was pretty strange to me, but it wasn't hard to adapt to.

I just saved mine from the work location it was at for the summer, since I suspect that they're going to shut the air conditioning off at some point. They almost always do. Humidity literally causes the floors to become slick in those buildings. I have seen new rust speckles form on things by the next school year.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 08 June 2020, 21:41:45
Well I've apprehended an AT now to see if I like it better or worse. If I don't like it as much, or if it's about the same, on to eBay it goes!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 09 June 2020, 08:38:08
Well I've apprehended an AT now to see if I like it better or worse. If I don't like it as much, or if it's about the same, on to eBay it goes!

I imagine you'll switch and won't look back. Anything can happen though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 09 June 2020, 17:21:45
You know what I did today as well? I popped in an MX Brown keyboard...and I like it now. I think it's good. I like the feeling. What's wrong with me? Am I one of them now?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 09 June 2020, 19:27:47
You know what I did today as well? I popped in an MX Brown keyboard...and I like it now. I think it's good. I like the feeling. What's wrong with me? Am I one of them now?

You need an exorcism. *holds up a Leading Edge DC-2014* The power of Alps compels you. The power of Alps compels you. Begone foul MX demon.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aaron_92 on Tue, 09 June 2020, 20:37:21
Game: Razer Deathstalker (as a hardcore gamer, I would prefer the mechanical type)
Home: Apple usb keyboard (model A1243)
Work: The built-in keyboard of MPB (Early 2016). It’s not the best keyboard I’ve ever had but it’s not bad. At least it still works well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 09 June 2020, 23:56:31
I don't see a reason to get a mechanical keyboard as a gamer honestly. If the deathstalker works, keep using it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Thu, 11 June 2020, 21:04:51
BTC5100C with an Elecom Huge trackball. Reason being I need the smallest keyboard I have for a cobbled-together standing desk (a piano stool on top of a bay window ledge and no, I am not going to post photos, it's too embarrassingly ghetto).

Also agreed with the previous post- I think the whole 'mech boards for gaming' thing is a bit of a marketing ploy by peripherals companies.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 11 June 2020, 21:10:11
Okay so hold on. Why?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Thu, 11 June 2020, 21:20:12
Why standing desk or why gamer marketing?

Standing desk- this WFH thing sucks, my usual desk isn't intended for all day use and the seating position has been wrecking my back (okay, so I'm getting old too, but that's my story and I'm sticking with it). I don't have the space to buy another large piece of furniture, hence the ghetto approach.

Gamer marketing- because most things pushed by gamer companies are distractionary frills designed to extract money from the impressionable, who believe that a couple of milliseconds difference in hardware response time makes up for in-game situation awareness, tactics or trained neural reflexes?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 12 June 2020, 18:42:28
Personally, I wouldn't want to go back to regular rubber domes for gaming. Repeatedly mashing the same few mushy keys would be distracting to me. Even 55g Topre seems less than ideal to me for that purpose. I imagine 45g Topre would work pretty nicely, but I haven't felt it. Linears remain my go-to for gaming.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 12 June 2020, 18:51:36
My son is a gamer, I got him a Filco TKL with blacks, and he really likes it with O-rings for reduced travel and bounce-back.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 12 June 2020, 19:59:53
My son is a gamer, I got him a Filco TKL with blacks, and he really likes it with O-rings for reduced travel and bounce-back.

On the surface, the weight of blacks makes me recoil from that thought, but maybe o-rings would help prevent fatigue from the heavy bottom out weighting, while at least also resolving the problem with MX reds being too light to keep from accidentally actuating?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 12 June 2020, 20:35:23


if Models F didn't sound like ear cancer and came in a normal layout


I mostly agree with this, but these 2 problems can be rectified. The floss mod brings down the overtones to a civilized level, and both AT and 122-key terminals can be modded to something very close to conventional ANSI.


+1 to the idea of floss modding. It was a little tedious getting the switches consistent (I found variations in the length of the floss would either quiet the switch entirely or not at all) but if you get it right it's just as crisp without so much "twang".


My son is a gamer, I got him a Filco TKL with blacks, and he really likes it with O-rings for reduced travel and bounce-back.

On the surface, the weight of blacks makes me recoil from that thought, but maybe o-rings would help prevent fatigue from the heavy bottom out weighting, while at least also resolving the problem with MX reds being too light to keep from accidentally actuating?

I found it takes some getting use to, but after a while you can avoid accidental actuation on even very light switches -- I frequently use a keyboard with 45g bottom-out (not actuation) springs for gaming. At first Reds gave me a bit of trouble typing, but now I find anything over 60g bottom-out a little too effortful. Light springs in linear or light tactility (like MX/Gateron Browns) are some of the most comfortable, ergonomic switches I've tried. Especially when coupled with a soft plate (yet are still much crisper than a rubber dome).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 13 June 2020, 15:33:34
It would have to be no cheating though. No putting out nicer keebs or repositioning.

All those pictures are older. That doesn't mean I don't have them anymore. Did you ever go to my link?

I don't believe he means that you don't have them, just that the picture looks organized, deliberate. That's why I also joked about a static Model M display. Our previous pictures were literally just what happened to be behind us that moment. It doesn't look, to me, like your images are public. The link goes to your IMGUR posts, which is a blank page.
Hmm.

All the images ARE there, however none showed up in the Imgur beta whatever. I decided to go one step further and remove the account entirely after it being there for 5+ years. Thank you for the input.  All imgur links I have now are invalid.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 15 June 2020, 11:35:33
Taking this unique guy for a spin.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 15 June 2020, 18:22:01
What is it and how do I get one?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 15 June 2020, 19:26:10
What is it and how do I get one?

It's called the Creative Vision Technologies (CVT) Avant Stellar keyboard. Serial number 7008177 same as Northgate Omnikey Ultra 117. I found mine on eBay.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 15 June 2020, 19:39:55
It looks genuinely amazing. That might be the most beautiful keyboard I've ever seen. I'm drunk but I feel like that's true. What switches does it have? Please say white or blue alps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 15 June 2020, 22:51:13
It looks genuinely amazing. That might be the most beautiful keyboard I've ever seen. I'm drunk but I feel like that's true. What switches does it have? Please say white or blue alps.

Yep, white alps :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 16 June 2020, 17:33:19
Hey I'm actually ordering keycaps in those colours from Unicomp shortly because of that photo. In the mean time I'm using the old Model F AT right now and we're seeing how it's going. I'm getting some key chatter on the spacebar, and sometimes it sticks down. Is this a known issue with these AT boards? It's my first time using one.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 16 June 2020, 19:28:07
Hey I'm actually ordering keycaps in those colours from Unicomp shortly because of that photo. In the mean time I'm using the old Model F AT right now and we're seeing how it's going. I'm getting some key chatter on the spacebar, and sometimes it sticks down. Is this a known issue with these AT boards? It's my first time using one.

Meta

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 17 June 2020, 12:31:55
I think this looks pretty good.

Just the stock 45s on this one. Stabs and sliders lubed, wheel balance weights added on the inside for extra heft and to fool me into thinking it’s better quality than it is. (P.S. it works)


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RealForceFilcopold on Wed, 17 June 2020, 16:34:28
My old Filco Majestouch-2 full size with MX Silent Reds... With brand new GeekKeys Dark Grey Thick PBT keycaps:
(https://i.imgur.com/IPXgNtU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/C2hRqCW.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RealForceFilcopold on Wed, 17 June 2020, 16:39:02
Double post, please ignore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 18 June 2020, 00:28:13
My old Filco Majestouch-2 full size with MX Silent Reds... With brand new GeekKeys Dark Grey Thick PBT keycaps:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/IPXgNtU.jpg)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/C2hRqCW.jpg)


That is a sweet looking keyboard, I must say. For a long time I didn't like the all black look, but now I do, and actually I'm using a keyboard I customized to look good like that.

Take a look at the desk.

(https://i.imgur.com/t0NSbih.jpg)

That's right, that's a Model M in the middle.

(https://i.imgur.com/io6zcL6.jpg)

As we look closer, we can see a few things.

1. Grey alphanumeric and Black ANSI keycaps.
2. It's a Unicomp Classic 101.
3. It has a credit card reader.

But actually there's more to it than that.

(https://i.imgur.com/97QzwGW.jpg)

Here are the insides when I was putting it together. You see, my point of sale keyboards don't seem to talk to the computer, and even Soarer's wouldn't make sense of them, despite using a standard PS/2 connection. Well, I didn't want to ruin the boards, but I also didn't want to just have a ton lying around not in use. So, I grabbed a few terminal Model M keyboards with stumpy legs I wouldn't mind losing the chassis for, attached an internal Soarer's to them, and replaced the keyboard assembly in the Unicomps.

Now I have the problem of the card reader. What I did was I just shoved all the card reader cables into spare space in the back of the chassis so I could recover them if I needed to in the future and make the board be good as new. An added benefit is that now the chassis is slightly heavier.

I screwed it all back together and I have a 1991 terminal Model M in a 2012 Unicomp point of sale chassis with a non functional credit card reader, with two sets of cables, using 2012 Unicomp grey keys and 2020 Unicomp black pad printed keys.

This is some peak bull**** right here.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 18 June 2020, 09:00:53
My old Filco Majestouch-2 full size with MX Silent Reds... With brand new GeekKeys Dark Grey Thick PBT keycaps:
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/IPXgNtU.jpg)

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/C2hRqCW.jpg)


That is a sweet looking keyboard, I must say. For a long time I didn't like the all black look, but now I do, and actually I'm using a keyboard I customized to look good like that.

Take a look at the desk.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/t0NSbih.jpg)




I like it! It's certainly a unique looking model M. You should post it on the BS threads in the various forums  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: flurryvelvet on Fri, 19 June 2020, 01:13:16
An Alcartroz Xplorer 7770LFX.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 21 June 2020, 03:09:17
Taking this unique guy for a spin.

both of the boards you've recently posted look sweet. I hadn't even heard of that Omnikey variant.

My old Filco Majestouch-2 full size with MX Silent Reds... With brand new GeekKeys Dark Grey Thick PBT keycaps:

Yeah, I agree with funkmon on that board. I have always loved the smoked out look on just about anything. I'm no tactile guy, but it is one of the things I really love about Realforce boards.

That's right, that's a Model M in the middle.

As we look closer, we can see a few things.

1. Grey alphanumeric and Black ANSI keycaps.
2. It's a Unicomp Classic 101.
3. It has a credit card reader.

That's a sweet looking M. Nice job.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: schlidey on Mon, 22 June 2020, 21:15:14
Gateron reds on a gmmk full sized with sum pretty ducky caps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 23 June 2020, 02:13:45
Well let's see it then.

I brought my Industrial Model M out for "Unicomp Industrial Week" over at the Model M subreddit, and since I've last posted here, I've gotten some US-International keys for it.

Here's a link to the gallery, and here's a photo. Yes, I still have the Geekhack function keys! :D

(https://i.imgur.com/yMph08l.jpeg)
https://imgur.com/gallery/fRGzxpM
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cosimo on Tue, 23 June 2020, 05:52:26
Using a Kinesis Freestyle Pro, and I think it's almost perfect for me. MX Red switches and blank PBT keycaps, though I didn't find an after-market replacement for the oddly sized shift caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dusan on Wed, 24 June 2020, 03:32:22
I'm using 7x16-key POS keyboard from Active Key (https://www.activekey.de/en/tastaturen/ak-s100-112/) with the following keymap.

Code: [Select]
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| ` | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |F5 |F6 |F7 |F8 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | - |
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+
|Tab| Q | W | E | R | T |F4 |F3 |F10|F9 | Y | U | I | O | P | [ |
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+
| = | A | S | D | F | G |Cap|F2 |F11|Num| H | J | K | L | ; | ' |
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+
| ] | Z | X | C | V | B |Esc|F1 |F12|Ent| N | M | , | . | / | \ |
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+
|ReD|Pst|Ins|BS |Sh |///|LFn|       |RFn|///|Sh |Rgt|Up |Hom|PUp|
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+       +---+---+---+---+---+---+---+
|Cpy|Cut|Del|UnD|Ctl|SP |Alt|       |Alt|SP |Ctl|Lft|Dn |End|PDn|
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+       +---+---+---+---+---+---+---+
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WhenKittensATK on Thu, 25 June 2020, 01:18:26
Corsair Vengeance K90 with Cherry MX Red. Purchased this back in Dec 2011. It still going strong. Media keys and volume scroll wheel are a godsend. The macro software however is trash. Planning on building my first DIY keyboard later. Already purchased Holy Panda switches and Matt3o /dev/tty MT3 key caps. Just waiting for a reasonably priced 65% keyboard. Most likely Novel Keys NK65 Entry for hotswap.

My friend is loaning me his kbdfans switch tester, so I can try out more switches in the future. I also plan to mod a cheap mechanical numpad to go with the new keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: i3d on Mon, 29 June 2020, 13:56:25
currently mbp13 native. still searching for my very first MK. For now, tentatively wanted to try RK71 as a starter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 29 June 2020, 14:20:17
currently mbp13 native. still searching for my very first MK. For now, tentatively wanted to try RK71 as a starter.

I'm sorry to hear that about the MBP keyboard. What was your first mechanical keyboard? I like the layout on that RK71, and the fact that it seems to use mostly standard caps, now that you mention it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: parablol on Mon, 29 June 2020, 15:18:51
Tex Yoda II on the gaming rig.

Preonic at my home office.

Two Planck keebs at my desk job.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 29 June 2020, 17:06:13
How is that trackpoint on the Tex? Is it pretty solid? Feel like the IBM one?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ShadowKeebs on Wed, 08 July 2020, 10:17:20
Currently have a 65% DZ65% hotswap pcb, GMK screw in stabs lubes clipped and band-aid modded, blue switches(looking to upgrade to higher class linears soon), tofu case, random banggood keycaps w/o page up or page down and no 1.75u shift (waiting for my gmk henneseys to come)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 09 July 2020, 18:40:35

Currently have a 65% DZ65% hotswap pcb, GMK screw in stabs lubes clipped and band-aid modded, blue switches(looking to upgrade to higher class linears soon), tofu case, random banggood keycaps w/o page up or page down and no 1.75u shift (waiting for my gmk henneseys to come)

Nice. I looked at the DZ65, but customization options for anything that's not 40 or 60% is pretty sparse, unfortunately. I was confused by all of the Gucci stabilizer stuff until you mentioned putting nice linears in it, lol.

This thread seems to have cooled off a while, and I just got the motivation to do some tweaks to one of my previously-posted boards, my Corsair K65 with box navies installed. My zinc caps finally came in recently, since why have a big exposed, dye-less plate without metal keycaps to go along with it?

[attachimg=1]

The number row and modifiers are still from some random generic Amazon "Dolch" set, since apparently either I never ordered the number row or they were out of stock (now resolved), and the modifiers are still lost in Narnia somewhere.

[attachimg=2]

I think it may even look better just the way it is, and I don't know if I'm ever going to find a space bar again anyway. I could have sworn I saw one once ... somewhere.

The sound is even more entertaining than it already was. Box navies in a K65 already cause a lot of reverberated ping when typing with gusto. With the metal caps, it reminds me almost of some sort of muted service bell with each press. I don't think it will ever get old.

If the lack of home bumps ever bothers me, I'll probably dab some hot glue on the F and J keys like I do with my F ATs, but these caps seem to be clear coated to help prevent the corrosion on past similar sets.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 09 July 2020, 19:46:17
I can't tell if that looks horrible or awesome. Haha! How's it type?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 09 July 2020, 22:10:05
I can't tell if that looks horrible or awesome. Haha! How's it type?

Well, you know how nice typing is on really chunky conventional caps? I would say it is much the same with this, just I think I notice depressing the switch is easier due to the weight of the caps, without really any loss in the balance between tactile event and spring. Bottoming out feels even more sudden and solid than normal, and it sounds like some kind of bygone contraption. I'll give it some time, but I do think I very much enjoy it so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Fri, 10 July 2020, 16:32:20
That sounds ideal! So it's like a light switch but with all the benefits of a heavy one! Awesome!

Just for giggles, I'm still on and off experimenting with space saving layouts, and considering I've been maining an XT for a while as my space saver, I decided to whip my 96% keyboard out again. It's cheap and I actually put on the lightest keycaps I have on it. It's got Outemu blues on it, which feel lighter and slightly more tactile than blues while still being loud. I did the lighter caps to force some more tactility in there.

It's actually been really great. The SA caps that used to be there were really cramping my style in terms of tactility. So, I think I like this ****tier lighter ones. It feels so much better now. Almost as good as the lighter box switches. Pink and below.

Much impressed with **** boards, and the layout is great too, except I don't even use the arrows anymore. Loving this.

What's a high quality 96% I can put Alps in?

(https://i.imgur.com/DKT1fg7.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 10 July 2020, 17:42:48
That sounds ideal! So it's like a light switch but with all the benefits of a heavy one! Awesome!

Just for giggles, I'm still on and off experimenting with space saving layouts, and considering I've been maining an XT for a while as my space saver, I decided to whip my 96% keyboard out again. It's cheap and I actually put on the lightest keycaps I have on it. It's got Outemu blues on it, which feel lighter and slightly more tactile than blues while still being loud. I did the lighter caps to force some more tactility in there.

It's actually been really great. The SA caps that used to be there were really cramping my style in terms of tactility. So, I think I like this ****tier lighter ones. It feels so much better now. Almost as good as the lighter box switches. Pink and below.

Much impressed with **** boards, and the layout is great too, except I don't even use the arrows anymore. Loving this.

What's a high quality 96% I can put Alps in?

Yeah, I don't know that I would call it a light switch, we're still talking about box navies, but I can tell that they seem lighter. No hesitation in returning though either, like some people seem to really worry about with jades for no reason.

I like the idea behind 96% boards. Everything (most) anyone could need without wasting space. I love the fact that Outemu blues are one of the most common switches on some of the cheapest boards, and they're still one of (in my opinion) the best-feeling modern MX-compatible clickies. Someone wanted help finding a first full-sized mechanical (and clicky) board, on an extremely tight budget, recent. I pointed them towards a cheap Outemu Amazon board. They've loved it so far.

Yeah, outside of wanting a very specific feel, or sound, I don't understand all of the emphasis on caps needing to conform to very specific criteria to be considered good. I never will.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WholesomeDucky on Mon, 13 July 2020, 10:26:04
Switch Couture Alice at work, ePBT 9009 and lubed Halo Trues

Leopold FC660M at home, stock Sky Blue caps and lubed T1s




On a side note, I really wish Leopold would just sell caps. Their doubleshot PBT are legendary IMO
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hellla on Mon, 13 July 2020, 18:36:14
Black Tofu HHKB w/ Gat Ink Blacks and ePBT BoW  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MrMarcie on Tue, 14 July 2020, 17:36:27
Just build my first keyboard. A DZ60 PCB with a 60% case from KBD and Kailh Box Pale Blue's. Still waiting on my keycaps so for now there is a SA keycap set on it. Types so much better than my Magicforce 82 with Gateron Greens. However the Pale Blue's feel heavier than I expected. But maybe it needs some time to adjust and get used to them.

But it's a long search for the right switches. I have my GK61 equiped with the Kailh Box pinks and they are also very good.

(https://tweakers.net/i/jeQzNyLtTh51pKOnZRgT7kWWQ08=/full-fit-in/4920x3264/filters:max_bytes(3145728):no_upscale():strip_icc():fill(white):strip_exif()/f/image/UVS1NSeDBD45fCad5u4JrwMC.jpg?f=user_large)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 14 July 2020, 18:35:33
Just build my first keyboard. A DZ60 PCB with a 60% case from KBD and Kailh Box Pale Blue's. Still waiting on my keycaps so for now there is a SA keycap set on it. Types so much better than my Magicforce 82 with Gateron Greens. However the Pale Blue's feel heavier than I expected. But maybe it needs some time to adjust and get used to them.

But it's a long search for the right switches. I have my GK61 equiped with the Kailh Box pinks and they are also very good.

Nice, that looks great. You certainly couldn't go wrong with that combination of parts. Which do you like more between pale blues and pinks? I think you'll get used to typing on the pale blues with a day or so of relatively steady use. If I remember right, the pale blues do have a very stiff spring, with the only difference between them and box navies being the thickness of the click bar. Somehow, I never seemed to find pale blues very stiff though myself, on a tester.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: adsimilisjesu on Wed, 15 July 2020, 00:16:28
igk68 with gateron ink blacks (just removed my tactiles today)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Wed, 15 July 2020, 06:22:28
Typing on a Pok3r with blue switches atm, I have been thinking of doing a jailhouse mod on these, is that out of fashion?
Better to just switch to tactile switches, what do you guys think?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Wed, 15 July 2020, 06:48:18
Rama U80-A :D

(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=101255.0;attach=247190;image)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 15 July 2020, 07:56:10

I have been thinking of doing a jailhouse mod on these


I am not a Cherry user, personally, but jailhoused blue is a particularly excellent choice, in my opinion.
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Sat, 18 July 2020, 10:42:33
Dumang DK6 with Outemu Silent Skies.

This 'board' is a total head trip, and very impressive.

The downside- split ergo and a totally re-jigged, shifted ortholinear layout with thumb clusters has totally wrecked my typing speed. Just making this short post is tough going.

I really like the switches, too. So much better than Cherry MX.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shallot on Sat, 18 July 2020, 11:05:13
My alps64 build with cream damped alps (dampers removed) is currently on the go, though the rotation rotates pretty quickly these days (hence more than one cable on my desk for keyboards)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 18 July 2020, 12:37:05
My new F62 Kishsaver:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sat, 18 July 2020, 14:30:24
My alps64 build with cream damped alps (dampers removed) is currently on the go, though the rotation rotates pretty quickly these days (hence more than one cable on my desk for keyboards)

Looking good. I don't think I have tried those switches yet myself. I should look more into modern Alps PCBs, etc, since I love my Matias boards but the caps aren't exactly standard.

My new F62 Kishsaver:

Beautiful. I have seen it in the GB thread, but I don't think there's really any way to get too much of it. You make me wonder if I should get a red F77 case ... or yet another F77. I already have the industrial gray and have a black coming, eventually.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shallot on Sun, 19 July 2020, 04:05:45
tbf, cream damped are lovely switches (not as good as oranges or salmons, imo, but much more common and better if you wanna stay quiet) - dampers out was something i wanted to try after a friend and I took the dampers out of an AEK we were restoring for her. it's... unique (in a good way!) - i think that comes from the sudden introduction of quite a bit of hollow space where the dampers once were that you wouldn't get on a standard slider
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Lansky on Sun, 19 July 2020, 12:09:28
Finally done! It’s been a long time coming…  :)

RAMA U80-A in Moon with hotswap PCB and the internal weight. Currently outfitted with Holy GSUS switches (lubed with a thin layer of Tribosys 3204 and fitted with TX switch films), GMK screw-in stabs (clipped, lubed and band-aided) and GMK Oblivion V2. It’s a thicc boiii, weighs in at 4266g or 9.4 pounds.

I didn’t have a lot of time on my hands, so unfortunately no shots of the internals. And my desk was a mess so I took the shots in the living room instead, hence the odd placement. Please excuse the fingerprints.  :rolleyes:

(https://i.imgur.com/vERgZwd.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QrnHFZk.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/IClAC8y.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/uZ2LHe5.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/fx8Az63.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sun, 19 July 2020, 13:24:44
That is truly beautiful.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 19 July 2020, 23:08:42
tbf, cream damped are lovely switches (not as good as oranges or salmons, imo, but much more common and better if you wanna stay quiet) - dampers out was something i wanted to try after a friend and I took the dampers out of an AEK we were restoring for her. it's... unique (in a good way!) - i think that comes from the sudden introduction of quite a bit of hollow space where the dampers once were that you wouldn't get on a standard slider

I have a Matias board that has dampened sliders and clicky leaves in it, inspired by an old video from Chyros. I'm still not sure how I feel about it. The sound is nice, but that cushioned bottom out, etc, I'm not so sure about.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JigsawSaint on Mon, 20 July 2020, 04:24:19
Monstargears Ninja71 with NovelKeys Cream switches.
- still having fits with the software, but the board is nice (have had it less than a week (honeymoon phase))

Backup boards:
Durgod Hades 68 with Gateron Yellow switches.
Leopold FC660C

On Order: Switch Couture 60% (WKL). 

With Covid, I'm working from home and enjoying the use of smaller boards (I tend to prefer TKL/87).  The extra space each smaller board saves allows me to work with 3 different systems without actually utilizing a KVM.  (Why use a KVM when you have a lot of boards to play with/enjoy using?, eh?)


 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Mon, 20 July 2020, 06:10:26
Finally done! It’s been a long time coming…  :)

RAMA U80-A in Moon with hotswap PCB and the internal weight. Currently outfitted with Holy GSUS switches (lubed with a thin layer of Tribosys 3204 and fitted with TX switch films), GMK screw-in stabs (clipped, lubed and band-aided) and GMK Oblivion V2. It’s a thicc boiii, weighs in at 4266g or 9.4 pounds.

I didn’t have a lot of time on my hands, so unfortunately no shots of the internals. And my desk was a mess so I took the shots in the living room instead, hence the odd placement. Please excuse the fingerprints.  :rolleyes:


Very nice  :thumb:


I have been thinking of doing a jailhouse mod on these


I am not a Cherry user, personally, but jailhoused blue is a particularly excellent choice, in my opinion.
 

Ah okay sounds promising :), then I might try it out! Would you lube when doing a jail house mod you think?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 20 July 2020, 07:56:26

Would you lube when doing a jail house mod you think?


I have never done the mod myself, I have only used them in place.

Leslieann invented the technique, you might ask her.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Mon, 20 July 2020, 13:56:50

Would you lube when doing a jail house mod you think?


I have never done the mod myself, I have only used them in place.

Leslieann invented the technique, you might ask her.

I see! Great, thanks for the info, I'll PM her! :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Touch_It on Tue, 21 July 2020, 09:50:55
I'm a IBM fanatic, but don't get on my computer at home at all hardly. 

At home I use a Unicomp M with a white keycap set with green text and grey modifiers, black case

At work I use an AEK with salmon alps.  If money were no object I'd like to get a topre hipro and try 45 vs 55g weighting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 22 July 2020, 04:55:56
I'm a IBM fanatic, but don't get on my computer at home at all hardly. 

At home I use a Unicomp M with a white keycap set with green text and grey modifiers, black case

Haha that sounds hideous! Let's see it! I have to see that thing! :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GreyHexagon on Sat, 25 July 2020, 08:56:02
Here's my current endgame. The Oak Planck.
Already posted on r/mk but I thought I'd show off to you guys. My custom Rev. 4 in it's handmade wooden case. Built with MX Clears which are as yet un-lubed, and Devlin Q-Sieres Pennine caps.
The whole Rev. 4 case is inside the wooden case, so the board wont get damaged from any warpage, but it also improves the sound. It's a heafty beast!

(https://i.imgur.com/KaWYIe3.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Ce5OWVA.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Z87aT8Q.jpg)

This album shows how the case goes together, and hopefully explains what I mean about the planck case inside the wooden one: https://imgur.com/gallery/h9EVeVH (https://imgur.com/gallery/h9EVeVH)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: -Jerry- on Sat, 25 July 2020, 09:04:51
That is utterly stunning! I thought at first that the keycaps were just sat on top of the wood until I realised the Planck had been perfectly recessed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GreyHexagon on Sat, 25 July 2020, 09:09:43
Thanks! I managed to cut the yop lip of the case very close to the caps, and somehow got the depth just about perfect first try. In some places its parhaps a little too close, as one or two of the edge keys sometimes rub but I can easily shave it back a little.

I always thought wooden cases were ether the boring cnc ones or like badly made pine ones, so I wanted to make something I thought actually looked great and celebrated the wood as well as the board.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: -Jerry- on Sat, 25 July 2020, 09:13:35
Good work getting it so good first try, I imagined you’d already done a lot of shaving bits off, haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GreyHexagon on Sat, 25 July 2020, 09:16:16
It's difficult when the wood likes to warp, sometimes you have to just use it for a while and see what happens. good thing is its not hard to take apart and fettle
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 27 July 2020, 18:03:17
It's difficult when the wood likes to warp, sometimes you have to just use it for a while and see what happens. good thing is its not hard to take apart and fettle

Fantastic work on that board, it looks great. The layout may give me recurring nightmares, but it must work just fine for you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcoffin1981 on Sun, 02 August 2020, 21:25:17
I'm using a Poker backlit keyboard.  I'm not a fan of illuminated keyboards, but when I play poker in a dim room I have to see the numbers readily.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Sun, 02 August 2020, 21:55:35
Here's my current endgame.

Cool case, but I do have to check- you used that phrase ironically, right?  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 03 August 2020, 23:57:24
I'm using a Poker backlit keyboard.  I'm not a fan of illuminated keyboards, but when I play poker in a dim room I have to see the numbers readily.

You play Poker with a Poker? I wonder how many others do that!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: husnulhamidiah on Tue, 04 August 2020, 05:56:49
Hand wiring is not that hard for someone who never use soldering iron.

My first ever custom build. Still unfinished but functionality works as expected and serve as my daily driver. Custom 3D printed case, stock kalih box navy (super heavy, tactile, stiff and loud), stock genuine cherry stabs, FC660M keycaps (white) and left over from dead old keyboard (brown).

(https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7609801/89286001-a2456600-d67b-11ea-88fd-194a64764d78.jpg)

(https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7609801/89286009-a5405680-d67b-11ea-8109-38848e050c92.jpg)

(https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7609801/89286011-a6718380-d67b-11ea-9ab6-c010d6892311.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vexchow on Wed, 05 August 2020, 14:40:27
My own design... Designer Keyboard
(https://static.wixstatic.com/media/69ebaa_3063d894950f48489d745789d7ce5327~mv2.jpg)

Split BLE QMK ergo Keyboard!
https://www.vexc-how-design.com/overview (https://www.vexc-how-design.com/overview)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Mon, 17 August 2020, 22:10:50
Have to enter a load of dates into an Excel sheet today, so pulled out the '86 Model M for the number pad.

I had forgotten how good Buckling Spring feels. Way better than anything else (and no, I am never going to buy a beam spring board), though 55g Topre is a close second. Typing at speed is so much more comfortable. Pity about the racket though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jordanchan_ on Wed, 19 August 2020, 15:52:28
key 65 with ewhite top, no logo, pc plate, and pc bottom :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MortalKonga on Wed, 19 August 2020, 19:12:52
My own design... Designer Keyboard
Show Image
(https://static.wixstatic.com/media/69ebaa_3063d894950f48489d745789d7ce5327~mv2.jpg)


Split BLE QMK ergo Keyboard!
https://www.vexc-how-design.com/overview (https://www.vexc-how-design.com/overview)

That's an impressive keyboard. I really like the add-ons for the 3d mouse. (Y)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 21 August 2020, 15:17:47
Latest builds. Ducky shine 7 with Hako Clears, NYM96 with blueberries.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Fri, 21 August 2020, 21:30:27
Currently:

KBDFans Tofu 65 kit with brass plate and DZ65RGB hotswap PCB
GMK Red Samurai
NK Creams, lubed and filmed
Hot Keys Project Hannya Artisan for esc cap
Red Samurai themed SwiftCables aviator cable
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: abhixec on Sat, 22 August 2020, 14:52:27
Planck rev6 with Cherry browns.

Sent from my SM-G975U1 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Error213 on Sat, 22 August 2020, 15:05:01
Until I get the cash for my custom a logi k120  :-[
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Zilver on Mon, 24 August 2020, 17:05:28
A Coolermaster Masterkeys M RGB ( Cherry MX Browns )
I honestly rlly like the layout of this keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 24 August 2020, 17:49:11
I put a bunch of Kailh Box Jades in my Drakken some **** keyboard with SA profile keycaps. It's all right, but it's got really rattly stabilizers and I don't know what I'm going to do with it. Wit hthe SA keycaps, the Box Jades sound like I'm popping little bubbles.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: gihrenzabi on Wed, 26 August 2020, 18:12:32
I got several Leopold keyboards, but I am currently using my Realforce 87UD55 (R1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 26 August 2020, 18:38:38
I put a bunch of Kailh Box Jades in my Drakken some **** keyboard with SA profile keycaps. It's all right, but it's got really rattly stabilizers and I don't know what I'm going to do with it. Wit hthe SA keycaps, the Box Jades sound like I'm popping little bubbles.

Get some dental picks and shove some dielectric grease in the stab and shove some Teflon grease in the stab sliders
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CryHam on Thu, 27 August 2020, 11:40:11
I'm using my newest CK9 now.  :cool:
It's made using Teensy 4.0 and 320x240 display and has my own firmware. Sources on gitub here (https://github.com/cryham/kc4).
More info about it on my website (https://cryham.tuxfamily.org/portfolio/2020-k-c-4-controller/).
Pictures  gallery here (https://photos.app.goo.gl/RqaZoXTfGbprimJdA).
A quick video (more on my channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9-gc9xgEeuSSKB8_dESLGw)).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mikhail on Fri, 28 August 2020, 18:06:43
I can only use:
60% with arrows and 2.25 left shift
DCS caps
Silent switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: r0x0ra on Fri, 28 August 2020, 19:27:55
Currently using a Razer Blackwidow Chroma, but I SWEAR I'll be upgrading to a custom as soon as I can afford  :'(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: foureyechinaguy on Sun, 30 August 2020, 11:19:59
I'm using a DZ60 with Zealios V2 62g, and I have a Corsair K95 with Cherry Speed Silvers.

I plan on replacing the Corsair with a KBD8X MKII with Kailh Speed Silvers. The typing feel is terrible on the Corsair, so I used that as an excuse to buy the MKII.

I got the E-White MKII, and I plan on using GMK Hanguk as the caps. For the DZ60, I'm waiting on CC Zero.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sun, 30 August 2020, 12:49:25
Hand wiring is not that hard for someone who never use soldering iron.

My first ever custom build. Still unfinished but functionality works as expected and serve as my daily driver. Custom 3D printed case, stock kalih box navy (super heavy, tactile, stiff and loud), stock genuine cherry stabs, FC660M keycaps (white) and left over from dead old keyboard (brown).

Show Image
(https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7609801/89286001-a2456600-d67b-11ea-88fd-194a64764d78.jpg)


Show Image
(https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7609801/89286009-a5405680-d67b-11ea-8109-38848e050c92.jpg)


Show Image
(https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7609801/89286011-a6718380-d67b-11ea-9ab6-c010d6892311.jpg)





Nice. Was the plate also 3D printed?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jamster on Mon, 31 August 2020, 09:45:45
Switched back to a Royal Kludge RC930-87 electro-capacitive today.

Very smooth, but a bit too close to linear and a little too light because of the factory dental banding.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typeaudesign on Mon, 31 August 2020, 10:40:07
Shameless plug:

Planck in my TYPEAU.40 case. Rosélios silent linears and stainless steel plate

Absolutely love it :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sickleboom on Tue, 01 September 2020, 14:31:20
Currently using a PC canoe with creams (lubed with 205 & 105 mix) and zeal stabs. The more i type on it the better it feels  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LASERman Projects on Sun, 06 September 2020, 05:16:16
First customised keeb before full build - GK61X with mixed XDA caps. I found this profile to be surprisingly pleasant despite no love for it among this community.
(https://i.imgur.com/lKg7Zou.jpeg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/9oNoEUX)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pabile on Sun, 06 September 2020, 11:09:59
[attach=1]

first time using a properly lubed switches. these things are good! now i know why you guys want your switches lubed.
gateron blacks lubed with ...idk. but it is super smooth :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arydi on Fri, 25 September 2020, 10:54:58
(Attachment Link)

first time using a properly lubed switches. these things are good! now i know why you guys want your switches lubed.
gateron blacks lubed with ...idk. but it is super smooth :)
What keycaps are those?  I must have them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TechBoyLogt on Sat, 26 September 2020, 08:02:37
Currently using a razer blackwidow v2 with green switches, lubed with some lube i found in the garage. Stabs are lubed with krytox 205g0 that i got left from a customer build. Though that strange combination it still sounds pretty good for a razer board. Can't wait to build a custom for myself :). (BTW anyone know a place in the Netherlands where you can find vintage boards?)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dimamantra on Mon, 28 September 2020, 18:17:11
Been using a WASD Code V3B with cherry browns.

It's been amazing for coding at work and I've been gaming a bit more recently too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kebn on Mon, 28 September 2020, 21:08:46
Currently using a GK68XS - it's pretty versatile for the price. The lack of QMK is a bummer, but the bluetooth wireless is the tradeoff :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: androxima on Mon, 28 September 2020, 21:20:52
Been using a Corne for work and gaming and it’s been so nice
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Tue, 29 September 2020, 02:43:16
Been using a Corne for work and gaming and it’s been so nice

Nice, I have been thinking of building a Corne since I really like 40% orthos, I skipped the low-profile GB to wait for a regular kit. Which one do you have?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: a_turd on Tue, 29 September 2020, 12:47:40
First customised keeb before full build - GK61X with mixed XDA caps. I found this profile to be surprisingly pleasant despite no love for it among this community.
(https://i.imgur.com/lKg7Zou.jpeg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/9oNoEUX)

Damn dude, community love or not there's no denying the uniform height makes that thing look slick as hell
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LASERman Projects on Tue, 29 September 2020, 14:44:15
First customised keeb before full build - GK61X with mixed XDA caps. I found this profile to be surprisingly pleasant despite no love for it among this community.
(https://i.imgur.com/lKg7Zou.jpeg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/9oNoEUX)
Damn dude, community love or not there's no denying the uniform height makes that thing look slick as hell
Thanks! I guess you would like this one as well:

(https://i.imgur.com/NGuZAyE.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/NGuZAyE.jpeg)

BTW it's for sale (will list on Marketplace soon)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Tue, 29 September 2020, 15:08:30
Curently breaking in my new work keyboard :

(https://i.imgur.com/IwR3SBc.jpg)

This is actually a test mule to test out MT3 keycaps and Hako True's for when I do get around to making a true custom build :) (guess what that will be :) )
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dotor on Tue, 29 September 2020, 18:50:36
logitech g815 clicky's. honestly the switches and build quality are pretty nice.

in the middle of building my tfv2 with kailh pro light greens.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: androxima on Sat, 03 October 2020, 00:07:15
Been using a Corne for work and gaming and it’s been so nice

Nice, I have been thinking of building a Corne since I really like 40% orthos, I skipped the low-profile GB to wait for a regular kit. Which one do you have?
Whoops, missed this. I bought it used, but it was from Keyhive. The IMK case just went live there if you want a fancy one. It comes with all the stuff you need discounted along with the case


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sun, 04 October 2020, 06:41:20
Been using a Corne for work and gaming and it’s been so nice

Nice, I have been thinking of building a Corne since I really like 40% orthos, I skipped the low-profile GB to wait for a regular kit. Which one do you have?
Whoops, missed this. I bought it used, but it was from Keyhive. The IMK case just went live there if you want a fancy one. It comes with all the stuff you need discounted along with the case


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I see! did some reading and got recommended to try low profile for ergonomics, so I changed my mind and will try lp. They had some extras from the gb! How do you like the layout?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LASERman Projects on Mon, 05 October 2020, 09:38:35
Chinesse Beauty has arrived:
(https://i.imgur.com/YvOYoUH.jpg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/LBqsaFO)

Factory customised Ducky & Varmilo (https://en.varmilo.com/keyboardproscenium/) Miya 68 Dual (wired/bluetooth) - amazing customisation options.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: shadowcelery on Mon, 05 October 2020, 14:27:53
Nk65 aluminum edition with mint holy pandas. I intially bought white pbt blanks but I am kind of regretting it because I don't touch type numbers especially for passwords.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sideflop on Wed, 21 October 2020, 22:07:59
I've been using my new Unicomp Model M since it came in the mail last week, but I switched back to my Cooler Master Masterkeys S for tonight.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Learis on Thu, 22 October 2020, 16:27:56
A modded out epomaker gk68xs with custom keycap coloring designed at WASD keyboard. Durock switches with special Sprit40 springs (only 30g actuation). Very Happy with how it turned out. Given I could only pick from available colors rather than specify down to the hex value, I think they all work nicely for an "ice" theme. The typing is a pleasure and the split spacebar is nice one in terms of thumb ergonomics for my preferences.

(https://i.imgur.com/VXUtbwZ.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/aSuXh8Y.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: arydi on Sat, 24 October 2020, 16:33:30
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Sat, 24 October 2020, 17:36:12
Currently using a PC canoe with creams (lubed with 205 & 105 mix) and zeal stabs. The more i type on it the better it feels  ;D

Did the same with the creams I put in my Mahjong (except I swapped springs to 63.5g ones) & have been loving them as well! Sure they are a bit scratchy before they break in, but I found the 205g0 really smoothed that & any stick/slip issues right out.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crabby on Sun, 25 October 2020, 02:19:39
Currently using my Wooting One as my daily driver. These contactless linears are really the best.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: absyrd on Sun, 25 October 2020, 06:20:06
I'm on a 45g realforce r2. It is so damn quiet that it is disturbing (coming from a person that has used many a topre kb). There is absolutely zero rattle on the stabs and even the thock is minimal. It feels more like my plastic case-mounted HHKBs than a plate-mounted rf.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dani_ on Sun, 25 October 2020, 12:26:10
Typing on my Mesa TKL prototype (blatant self-promotion: GB starts in a week).

Novelkeys Yellow Silks
GMK Crimson Cadet
Durock stabilizers with silicone grease

(https://i.imgur.com/4l0NtCf.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: AshF on Thu, 29 October 2020, 03:06:12
Duck One 2 SF.

Sent from my ASUS_I001DC using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NassimO on Sun, 01 November 2020, 01:15:22
Been using an Accuratus Left Hander for a week now
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: onemai117 on Sun, 01 November 2020, 01:27:20
Keychron K4
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 1391406 on Mon, 02 November 2020, 10:37:45
My latest...

(https://i.imgur.com/XNrZwhX.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Mon, 02 November 2020, 13:51:26
Board I'm using at work for now:
(https://i.imgur.com/xPyqd8d.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: toblairon on Mon, 16 November 2020, 20:10:46
My latest...

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/XNrZwhX.jpg)


What keyboard is this?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Auslander on Mon, 16 November 2020, 23:54:32


NCR 3077 Leeku vintage blacks with krytox 103/107.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Learis on Wed, 18 November 2020, 10:59:21
I switched my keycaps to the MaxKey chocolate SA set. Really liking the sound and I think it has a more dignified look to it now.

(https://i.imgur.com/4qYjn6V.jpg)

epomaker gk68xs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: homeyclaus on Fri, 20 November 2020, 21:35:00
DasKeyboard Pro w Browns, and HK Gaming Cherry Profile PBT keycaps. No-name brand silicon bump rings. The PBT keycaps are a huuuuge improvement over the stock, super-tall, thin plastic ones; it makes the keyboard. In other news, the old-school beige/tan/teal keycap color combo looks weird as heck on a black Das frame.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Sun, 22 November 2020, 08:05:56
Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: meiosis on Sun, 22 November 2020, 10:15:24
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/QpA5ADH.jpg)


NCR 3077 Leeku vintage blacks with krytox 103/107.

amazing and great conversion
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sun, 29 November 2020, 11:14:51
Using this one atm,

(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)

Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NassimO on Sun, 29 November 2020, 12:20:11
NCR 3077 Leeku vintage blacks with krytox 103/107.

Love it !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Sun, 29 November 2020, 13:55:35
Using this one atm,

Show Image
(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)


Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?

(https://i.imgur.com/UzALKpm.gif)

Split

but - no- TENTING ?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nonuke on Sun, 29 November 2020, 14:22:43
I am now using a Drop Alt. Just bought an Ergodox that needs some work on, used. It will probably be my Christmas project...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sun, 29 November 2020, 14:28:09
Using this one atm,

Show Image
(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)


Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/UzALKpm.gif)


Split

but - no- TENTING ?


Haha completely flat indeed, it might be a bit high, but otherwise I like it a lot, and have some silent tactiles installed which are nice!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Sun, 29 November 2020, 15:42:06


  I'm using a new GMMK TKL keyboard, in "ice white".  Looks and sounds very nice.  The only purchase option was pre-installed with Gateron Browns, but they feel kinda mooshy to me so I'll probably try a different switch soon.  I may try something clicky, because I enjoy the sharp crisp feedback of clicky.  I ordered another black GMMK TKL (w/ pandas) from the black friday "doorbuster" deal. 

  I would be using my AKKO 84-key "World Tour Tokyo" but I had to send it back for a new one due to a dead key.  ;(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SmoothFaces on Sun, 29 November 2020, 19:03:50
Idobao id80, my first legit mechanical keyboard :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Topweasel on Sun, 29 November 2020, 19:34:02
My latest...

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/XNrZwhX.jpg)


What keyboard is this?
Looks like a wire path through on the side. If I had to guess it's this semi random 87 key bangood barebones I saw the other day..

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TomahawkLabs on Fri, 04 December 2020, 09:01:52
Varmilo VA87M: White case with orange LEDs from Drop a few years back with SA Camping keycaps. I think the only way I would step away from SA keycaps would be in favor of an Alps keyboard!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Sat, 05 December 2020, 09:17:44
Using this one atm,

Show Image
(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)


Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?

I am still getting used to it. I am considering swapping some more keys out from the numpad layout over to punctuation keys, but the keyset that I have currently isn't going to support the chages that I want to make. I have a few GMK sets that I ma waiting for, so I probably won't make the changes until next spring.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sat, 05 December 2020, 14:34:57
Using this one atm,

Show Image
(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)


Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?

I am still getting used to it. I am considering swapping some more keys out from the numpad layout over to punctuation keys, but the keyset that I have currently isn't going to support the chages that I want to make. I have a few GMK sets that I ma waiting for, so I probably won't make the changes until next spring.

I see :) I have given up on trying to have matching keycaps, especially since I switched to Colemak dhm. But I find that it is actually better to not have matching keycaps (in my case just leaving it qwerty), or to use blanks, because that forces you to properly touch type  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Crabby on Sun, 06 December 2020, 16:23:57
Currently testing out an alps white board I got on ebay for really cheap in box (data desk mac 101e). It's amazing what you can find if you look for more obscure board, good caps on it too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Thu, 10 December 2020, 11:32:41
Using this one atm,

Show Image
(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)


Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?

I am still getting used to it. I am considering swapping some more keys out from the numpad layout over to punctuation keys, but the keyset that I have currently isn't going to support the chages that I want to make. I have a few GMK sets that I ma waiting for, so I probably won't make the changes until next spring.

I see :) I have given up on trying to have matching keycaps, especially since I switched to Colemak dhm. But I find that it is actually better to not have matching keycaps (in my case just leaving it qwerty), or to use blanks, because that forces you to properly touch type  :)

Gotcha. I can't touch type worth a damn, so I  have given up on trying. Between the Red and Blue Samurai sets that I have coming (eventually), I would like to think that I should have the adequate key coverage that I need, but I won't know for certain until I have them in front of me. In the meantime, I am going to keep attempting to acclimate to the current configuration.

I am also using it to try out different switches that I have been addicted to buying the last few months. Right now, I am on Tangie 67g, but I had previously used lubed/filmed Creams and Drop Pandas. May move over to Gat Ink Blacks or OAs next.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Thu, 10 December 2020, 12:12:11
Using this one atm,

Show Image
(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/ls_1.jpg)


Just got my Candybar Premium (lubed C3 stabs, Drop "Holy Pandas, Infinikey Candybar 40% BoW keycaps) and I am still fine tuning the layers with VIA, as I have never experienced the 40% layout before.

How do you like the layout so far?

I am still getting used to it. I am considering swapping some more keys out from the numpad layout over to punctuation keys, but the keyset that I have currently isn't going to support the chages that I want to make. I have a few GMK sets that I ma waiting for, so I probably won't make the changes until next spring.

I see :) I have given up on trying to have matching keycaps, especially since I switched to Colemak dhm. But I find that it is actually better to not have matching keycaps (in my case just leaving it qwerty), or to use blanks, because that forces you to properly touch type  :)

Gotcha. I can't touch type worth a damn, so I  have given up on trying. Between the Red and Blue Samurai sets that I have coming (eventually), I would like to think that I should have the adequate key coverage that I need, but I won't know for certain until I have them in front of me. In the meantime, I am going to keep attempting to acclimate to the current configuration.

I am also using it to try out different switches that I have been addicted to buying the last few months. Right now, I am on Tangie 67g, but I had previously used lubed/filmed Creams and Drop Pandas. May move over to Gat Ink Blacks or OAs next.

I see:) Yes, the journey to the perfect switches, I will actually try some lighter linears soon, maybe I already said that, but gat clears, and maybe spring swap creams to 50g 16mm or something!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Thu, 10 December 2020, 12:32:05
Curently breaking in my new work keyboard :

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/IwR3SBc.jpg)


This is actually a test mule to test out MT3 keycaps and Hako True's for when I do get around to making a true custom build :) (guess what that will be :) )

Been using this Beauty for a bit now:

(https://i.imgur.com/HZKJ3BK.jpeg)

I decided to go with green underlighting for now:

(https://i.imgur.com/PbpsPC1.jpeg)


I was lucky enough to get one of Pylon's beta Boston kits. I love the layout, still working on figuring out what to use the PF keys for. The Top row are some R1 SA keycaps, the rest is MT3 Susuwatari. I went with Hako Trues, since this will be my office keyboard. I like the slight bump and the heavier springs that keep me from bottoming out too hard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Thu, 10 December 2020, 16:36:43
  I don't have any practical use for a Boston, but it looks awesome!  I wouldn't do any backlighting, since it's a retro theme kind of thing for me and the only fancy lighting we had Back In The Day was the blinkenlights and nixie/numitron tubes in the racks.  Reminds me of the days of booting the machine by setting the rocker switches on the front panel, which felt kind of like hand-cranking the electrons.  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Thu, 10 December 2020, 19:46:13
  I don't have any practical use for a Boston, but it looks awesome!  I wouldn't do any backlighting, since it's a retro theme kind of thing for me and the only fancy lighting we had Back In The Day was the blinkenlights and nixie/numitron tubes in the racks.  Reminds me of the days of booting the machine by setting the rocker switches on the front panel, which felt kind of like hand-cranking the electrons.  ;D
Practical??? When has that ever stopped any of us from building something Crazy.

The back lighting is fully controllable through QMK and can be turned off as well. I kind of like the green glow in the dark, but if you don't want it it is a easy as not putting in the LED's. Of course, if you're a relative noob like me and put them under the switches, getting them back out would be a real pain.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Fri, 11 December 2020, 02:56:08
Curently breaking in my new work keyboard :

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/IwR3SBc.jpg)


This is actually a test mule to test out MT3 keycaps and Hako True's for when I do get around to making a true custom build :) (guess what that will be :) )

Been using this Beauty for a bit now:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/HZKJ3BK.jpeg)


I decided to go with green underlighting for now:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/PbpsPC1.jpeg)



I was lucky enough to get one of Pylon's beta Boston kits. I love the layout, still working on figuring out what to use the PF keys for. The Top row are some R1 SA keycaps, the rest is MT3 Susuwatari. I went with Hako Trues, since this will be my office keyboard. I like the slight bump and the heavier springs that keep me from bottoming out too hard.

Nice  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tucvbif on Fri, 11 December 2020, 10:26:46
(https://i.imgur.com/3XVwRdi.jpg)
My experiment with layout. Partly successful. Most important that I got an experience.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tehfrawg on Fri, 11 December 2020, 15:45:58
My latest...

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/XNrZwhX.jpg)


What keyboard is this?

Looks like a NiZ 87 key model with dev/tty
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retoid on Fri, 11 December 2020, 19:24:51
First customised keeb before full build - GK61X with mixed XDA caps. I found this profile to be surprisingly pleasant despite no love for it among this community.
(https://i.imgur.com/lKg7Zou.jpeg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/9oNoEUX)

Looks nice! May I ask what switches you're using on this one?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LASERman Projects on Sat, 12 December 2020, 05:19:18
First customised keeb before full build - GK61X with mixed XDA caps. I found this profile to be surprisingly pleasant despite no love for it among this community.
(https://i.imgur.com/lKg7Zou.jpeg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/9oNoEUX)
Looks nice! May I ask what switches you're using on this one?
This was my starter hot-swap board where I tried various switches from Gat Brown to Zillents. This leaded to my current daily driver:

(https://i.imgur.com/cEtHARI.jpeg) (https://imgur.com/gallery/LBqsaFO)
And this one is Varmilo Miya 68 Pro Dual factory customised with Zealio 67g and per key keycap colour choice (and many other options like LASERed tag).
I am so happy with result I went for 2nd one (https://i.imgur.com/nLKD5Xr.jpeg) for work and dressed it in Carbon (https://i.imgur.com/du4HJpR.jpeg).

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jaekid on Sat, 12 December 2020, 18:38:05
KBD67! FTW Looking forward to SIX5 N9NE (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=109840.0)!! :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sup on Mon, 14 December 2020, 09:41:32
(https://i.imgur.com/R3UfSz7.jpg)

Build a cheapo 60% Tray mount again after 3 years for some nostalgia reasons and i think it came out pretty nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aegrotatio on Mon, 14 December 2020, 11:34:11
Long time no see, Geekhack!  I'm using the boring tenkeyless Cooler Master CM Storm Quick Fire Rapid keyboards with Brown switches. I bought a few on sale several years ago to stock up because they just kinda wear out after a few years of daily pounding.  Weirdly, it's the "O" key that fails first, and two of them failed just days before the 5-year warranty expired.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bodhief on Tue, 15 December 2020, 11:48:48
Just built a VEGA 65 and have been using that, but I switch off and on between two KBD19x, a D65 that I just built (it's my favorite), and Drop CTRL (too Thocky for me).  Favorite switch has got to be the Bobas.. They are silent AF and have very little wobble. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JohnAJ on Wed, 16 December 2020, 07:24:55
I am new here. Currently trying out a Fujitsu FKB8530, which is a split keyboard from the 90s using domes with sliders.

[attach=1]

I'm actually liking it a lot! I have never this switch design before, and while the keys might be a bit mushy for some, I find them much nicer than "standard" rubber domes. There are no issues whatsoever with binding, which is the biggest problem I usually have with normal rubber domes. Keys are very consistent and smooth. I might even like the feel of them a bit better than my Topre board...

I would prefer some more keys, like Home, End, arrow keys etc. I've added a few AutoHotKey bindings for those keys, though, and it works rather well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 16 December 2020, 17:16:40
I am new here. Currently trying out a Fujitsu FKB8530, which is a split keyboard from the 90s using domes with sliders.

(Attachment Link)

I'm actually liking it a lot! I have never this switch design before, and while the keys might be a bit mushy for some, I find them much nicer than "standard" rubber domes. There are no issues whatsoever with binding, which is the biggest problem I usually have with normal rubber domes. Keys are very consistent and smooth. I might even like the feel of them a bit better than my Topre board...

I would prefer some more keys, like Home, End, arrow keys etc. I've added a few AutoHotKey bindings for those keys, though, and it works rather well.

Looks gud fam'

Needs more tenting.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JohnAJ on Wed, 16 December 2020, 17:19:26
I am new here. Currently trying out a Fujitsu FKB8530, which is a split keyboard from the 90s using domes with sliders.

Looks gud fam'

Needs more tenting.


Yeah, unfortunately the two parts can't be angled on their own!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 16 December 2020, 17:28:54
I am new here. Currently trying out a Fujitsu FKB8530, which is a split keyboard from the 90s using domes with sliders.

Looks gud fam'

Needs more tenting.


Yeah, unfortunately the two parts can't be angled on their own!

Disassemble, apply books under center edge.


[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kajahtaa on Wed, 16 December 2020, 17:40:19
Fortitude60. hb silent tactile v2.2
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cheater on Wed, 16 December 2020, 17:47:39
Currently: Filco Majestouch, Japanese version. Hope to be using soon: my Model F. Might wait off until I can convert a Model M with the F's guts, though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Thu, 17 December 2020, 01:13:46
I am new here. Currently trying out a Fujitsu FKB8530, which is a split keyboard from the 90s using domes with sliders.

Looks gud fam'

Needs more tenting.


Yeah, unfortunately the two parts can't be angled on their own!

Disassemble, apply books under center edge.


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Haha
are you using tenting on your ergodox?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yui on Thu, 17 December 2020, 02:05:56

Disassemble, apply books under center edge.


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definitely not number 5, which one was it? (or was it a completely other film? i am talking about short circuit for those who do not know)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moosekeyboards on Fri, 18 December 2020, 12:58:56
Curently breaking in my new work keyboard :

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This is actually a test mule to test out MT3 keycaps and Hako True's for when I do get around to making a true custom build :) (guess what that will be :) )

Been using this Beauty for a bit now:

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I decided to go with green underlighting for now:

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I was lucky enough to get one of Pylon's beta Boston kits. I love the layout, still working on figuring out what to use the PF keys for. The Top row are some R1 SA keycaps, the rest is MT3 Susuwatari. I went with Hako Trues, since this will be my office keyboard. I like the slight bump and the heavier springs that keep me from bottoming out too hard.

that's beefy and beautiful
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leslieann on Sat, 19 December 2020, 03:29:48
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Novelkeys Aluminum Edition 2.0
Zeal 62g Zilent v2 with 39g springs
HK Gaming thick PBT

Magnetic cable, lubed and band-aid modded switches and stabs and a little keyboard cat to finish it off.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: moosekeyboards on Sat, 19 December 2020, 07:50:21
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Novelkeys Aluminum Edition 2.0
Zeal 62g Zilent v2 with 39g springs
HK Gaming thick PBT

Magnetic cable, lubed and band-aid modded switches and stabs and a little keyboard cat to finish it off.

39g! wow that is super light. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sat, 19 December 2020, 12:48:57
Is it 39g actuation or bottom out? I use 50g bottom out atm. How do you like them?
Edit: ah didn't think about that they are tactiles, so then actuation I guess, can you even have 39g bottom out without it being sluggish on tactiles?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leslieann on Sat, 19 December 2020, 19:45:20
Is it 39g actuation or bottom out? I use 50g bottom out atm. How do you like them?
Edit: ah didn't think about that they are tactiles, so then actuation I guess, can you even have 39g bottom out without it being sluggish on tactiles?
39g bottom out.
This is on the extreme side for tactiles, but they do take a lot of extra work to do.

You can get away with 205 (about 150 viscosity) just barely on light to medium tactile switches (browns/Pro Purple), it will feel a bit sluggish until the grease settles, but that happens pretty fast. On something with super high tactility like blues or 62g Zeals, it takes a lot more precision and patience for them to get settled in even with something thinner than 205 (I used 130 viscosity). Most did this in with just a few presses, a few needed a bit more but some will put up a fight and need either a rework or several dozen presses or more. Basically it's better to use an oil as opposed to grease on something like this.

Once settled they won't feel sluggish but they certainly aren't as crisp as stock springs, that takes a week or two of use before they get that back. I had ordered various lubes a while back but forgot I had a 103/105 equivalent (about 60 viscosity) until I was nearly done so I'm now stuck waiting out the settling period. On the other hand, I prefer the smoother feel of thicker lube, it just takes a bit more time and work to get it right.

So it's doable, it's just a pain in the neck.

This was to be my 3rd board with this spring rate so I stocked up during the Black Friday sale.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sun, 20 December 2020, 05:47:50
Is it 39g actuation or bottom out? I use 50g bottom out atm. How do you like them?
Edit: ah didn't think about that they are tactiles, so then actuation I guess, can you even have 39g bottom out without it being sluggish on tactiles?
39g bottom out.
This is on the extreme side for tactiles, but they do take a lot of extra work to do.

You can get away with 205 (about 150 viscosity) just barely on light to medium tactile switches (browns/Pro Purple), it will feel a bit sluggish until the grease settles, but that happens pretty fast. On something with super high tactility like blues or 62g Zeals, it takes a lot more precision and patience for them to get settled in even with something thinner than 205 (I used 130 viscosity). Most did this in with just a few presses, a few needed a bit more but some will put up a fight and need either a rework or several dozen presses or more. Basically it's better to use an oil as opposed to grease on something like this.

Once settled they won't feel sluggish but they certainly aren't as crisp as stock springs, that takes a week or two of use before they get that back. I had ordered various lubes a while back but forgot I had a 103/105 equivalent (about 60 viscosity) until I was nearly done so I'm now stuck waiting out the settling period. On the other hand, I prefer the smoother feel of thicker lube, it just takes a bit more time and work to get it right.

So it's doable, it's just a pain in the neck.

This was to be my 3rd board with this spring rate so I stocked up during the Black Friday sale.
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Very interesting, I'm on my way to try lighter springs as well, I've made a board with Gat Clears (linears with around 50g bottom out), and i've bought some springs ranging from 45-50g, however I've not thought about using them with tactile stems, but maybe I should give that I try as well! nice!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leslieann on Sun, 20 December 2020, 10:25:21
Very interesting, I'm on my way to try lighter springs as well, I've made a board with Gat Clears (linears with around 50g bottom out), and i've bought some springs ranging from 45-50g, however I've not thought about using them with tactile stems, but maybe I should give that I try as well! nice!
It's not as straightforward as it is with linears.
Switches can get more tactile or less tactile depending on the curve, my Zeals (high tactiity) went up in tactility, my Kailh Purple Pros (medium) didn't change and I've seen others that didn't change at all. What you start out with may not be what you end up with.

Too light of springs can also have other weird consequences for example my Purple Pros became a hair trigger. On the GMMK where they're installed I have to run a stiffer spring on my left shift because of how I rest my pinky when playing games or using CAD, merely brushing against it was triggering it. It actually took me a day or two to figure out what was happening as all of a sudden things started acting funny and I didn't realize it was being pressed enough to be hit but not often enough to catch it. Luckily it was hot swap so it was an easy fix. Sort of...

Drag from stabs can obviously be an issue but so can a tight plate, the locking tabs on the switches (or manufacturing tolerances of the pcb and plate) can distort the housing a tiny bit creating a bit of friction. It can start to show it's head on something mid to high 40's depending on tactility but any lower and it takes almost nothing to catch them up, as such a switch will work great in your hand then get inserted and is now sluggish or even sticks. Obviously this is a lot of fun when you're using a soldered board (not) but hot swaps actually tighten the tolerances between the pcb, pins and the plate so they actually have a lot more problems not less and while the hot swap makes it easier to remove the switch and re-work it, it's far more difficult to actually correct it and may even require moving the switch to a different spot or even using a different switch altogether.

You will also become hyper sensitive to stiction (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stiction) and bind. If you are used to a 65g spring and this happens and the initial force ramps to say 75g you might notice it. If however if you are using 39g and it sticks to 75g, that's almost double the norm, I guarantee you will notice and if it ramps up much more it's like hitting a wall.

There's a reason little to no switches ship with such light springs, it hides a lot of other faults.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sun, 20 December 2020, 10:48:22
Very interesting, I'm on my way to try lighter springs as well, I've made a board with Gat Clears (linears with around 50g bottom out), and i've bought some springs ranging from 45-50g, however I've not thought about using them with tactile stems, but maybe I should give that I try as well! nice!
It's not as straightforward as it is with linears.
Switches can get more tactile or less tactile depending on the curve, my Zeals (high tactiity) went up in tactility, my Kailh Purple Pros (medium) didn't change and I've seen others that didn't change at all. What you start out with may not be what you end up with.

Too light of springs can also have other weird consequences for example my Purple Pros became a hair trigger. On the GMMK where they're installed I have to run a stiffer spring on my left shift because of how I rest my pinky when playing games or using CAD, merely brushing against it was triggering it. It actually took me a day or two to figure out what was happening as all of a sudden things started acting funny and I didn't realize it was being pressed enough to be hit but not often enough to catch it. Luckily it was hot swap so it was an easy fix. Sort of...

Drag from stabs can obviously be an issue but so can a tight plate, the locking tabs on the switches (or manufacturing tolerances of the pcb and plate) can distort the housing a tiny bit creating a bit of friction. It can start to show it's head on something mid to high 40's depending on tactility but any lower and it takes almost nothing to catch them up, as such a switch will work great in your hand then get inserted and is now sluggish or even sticks. Obviously this is a lot of fun when you're using a soldered board (not) but hot swaps actually tighten the tolerances between the pcb, pins and the plate so they actually have a lot more problems not less and while the hot swap makes it easier to remove the switch and re-work it, it's far more difficult to actually correct it and may even require moving the switch to a different spot or even using a different switch altogether.

You will also become hyper sensitive to stiction (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stiction) and bind. If you are used to a 65g spring and this happens and the initial force ramps to say 75g you might notice it. If however if you are using 39g and it sticks to 75g, that's almost double the norm, I guarantee you will notice and if it ramps up much more it's like hitting a wall.

There's a reason little to no switches ship with such light springs, it hides a lot of other faults.

I see! Nice that you have experimented so much and ended up with something that works! Have you stopped using jailhouse blues? I use Gat Clears with Super Lube PFTE (as light as Krytox 105), and it works nice, I have them in a Corne build atm:

(http://www.magnushansson.xyz/images/corne_1.jpg)

Yes I used 68g spring before and they feel soooo heavy now..
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leslieann on Sun, 20 December 2020, 11:10:18
I see! Nice that you have experimented so much and ended up with something that works! Have you stopped using jailhouse blues?
Awesome, I've been tempted to get a Corne.

Thanks, I keep the Filco at the ready since it always just works despite the battle scars, of which it has many.
I've actually tried to replace it many times but it always finds a way back onto my desk for one reason or another. I've bought quite a few boards thinking they would replace it or lead to a replacement and they all failed so I hate to say it's retired just yet.

BTW, I have two boards with Jailhouse Blues.
These switches feel pretty close to hand wired Jailhouse Blues with clipped springs that are in the Filco, minus the sound. I have another board with J-spaced Jailhouse Blues and those feel like Speed switches. So really there's little reason to Jailhouse anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: econeuler on Sun, 20 December 2020, 12:25:16
I see! Nice that you have experimented so much and ended up with something that works! Have you stopped using jailhouse blues?
Awesome, I've been tempted to get a Corne.

Thanks, I keep the Filco at the ready since it always just works despite the battle scars, of which it has many.
I've actually tried to replace it many times but it always finds a way back onto my desk for one reason or another. I've bought quite a few boards thinking they would replace it or lead to a replacement and they all failed so I hate to say it's retired just yet.

BTW, I have two boards with Jailhouse Blues.
These switches feel pretty close to hand wired Jailhouse Blues with clipped springs that are in the Filco, minus the sound. I have another board with J-spaced Jailhouse Blues and those feel like Speed switches. So really there's little reason to Jailhouse anymore.

I actually like the sandwich cases, the feel quite nice imo, maybe they don't look fancy, but they are top mount and feel good to type on. I got the pcb and the case for around $60 I think.

Haha I understand, also nice to switch it up and use different keyboards  :) I actually use the same keymap even though I use different layouts, I just don't use some keys. So I always type on a "corne layout"
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wmyfrnds on Sun, 20 December 2020, 12:32:31
work: some garbage Logitech membrane keyboard but I don't have much of a choice
home: either durgod fusion or the anne pro 2 both with browns in them

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rlx on Sun, 20 December 2020, 13:28:54
Wow some great looking KB's. I'm using a DROP CTRL that is pretty stock with the exception of some foam and the LED's turned way down.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yui on Mon, 21 December 2020, 02:21:47
going from model M to FK2001. the Focus is even louder and heavier than the M... i never expected that to be possible :) but now i kinda understand what chyros is on about, although still like my M better i would not mind having to type on alps only :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Tue, 29 December 2020, 21:57:58

  Sitting in my office tapping on my old Happy Hacking Lite 2.  Feels so mooooshy now, but I loved it back when it was the only compact keyboard I had ever used.  It will be displaced from my seldom-used desk when my second GMMK arrives, going back to being my spare keyboard at the summit facility. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: quadibloc on Wed, 30 December 2020, 19:46:17
I had to put my Model M aside, as my new computer doesn't have a PS/2 input. Currently, I'm using a tenkeyless Cooler Master mechanical.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CosminOance on Wed, 30 December 2020, 20:30:57
Right now, right now? MagicRefiner Mk14 40$ club where you at??

Seriously.

It has T1s soldered on it though. Different stabs, too

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Yato on Wed, 30 December 2020, 20:36:13
atm razer huntsman TE, but im waiting for my dz60rgb pcb with glorious holy switches   :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Sat, 02 January 2021, 22:17:09
(https://i.imgur.com/AEDl59Oh.jpg)

I kludged together a layout from spare, unused Model M keys. It's a HHKB with a normal backspace, and the split shift isn't a function layer.

This is going to sound really dumb but here's how I have it.

Caps lock is control

LCTRL is CLCK

RALT is F4

Menu is F5

RCTRL is Layer

Layer is F6

Numpad is standard numpad with the top keys being Num lock, minus, and plus. Bottom right is enter.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Sun, 03 January 2021, 05:01:57
With awful cropping bad focus and lousy camera (on a phone) :-\:

G81 1800 modded with TKC-1800 and Kalih RED
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The donor of Kalih RED with Kalih BOX burnt oranges
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 17 January 2021, 21:06:12
going from model M to FK2001. the Focus is even louder and heavier than the M... i never expected that to be possible :) but now i kinda understand what chyros is on about, although still like my M better i would not mind having to type on alps only :)

I have never thought of my FK-2001 as particularly heavy, but I suppose I routinely use keyboards that weigh much more than a Model M. I swear this OmniKey 101 is significantly heavier than my 1987 Model M, though the internet seems to suggest otherwise. I just now finally finished cleaning the case and caps of my FK-2001 and drilled out the broken tab on the dust cover. I replaced it with a nylon screw, nut and some rubber washers. Works like new (I may start a thread about that if anybody else also has a broken dust cover and is interested). Alas, it only has white Alps. Does yours have blues?

I had to put my Model M aside, as my new computer doesn't have a PS/2 input. Currently, I'm using a tenkeyless Cooler Master mechanical.

Almost any cheap PS/2 to USB adapter should work with your Model M. You could also build or purchase a Soarer's Converter or try out TMK, both of which will work with more arcane/odd keyboards than you would think as well. What Cooler Master are you rocking? I particularly like the QuickFire Rapid myself ... although I never use mine, since it still has the stock MX blues in it.

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I kludged together a layout from spare, unused Model M keys. It's a HHKB with a normal backspace, and the split shift isn't a function layer.

Looks good. Those industrial grey F77s are sexy as hell. Have you now fully shed the heresy of the Model M and embraced the one true buckling spring?

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I'm not currently using it (I'm tri-wielding another Matias, an OmniKey 101 and my good old K70) but I was using this earlier ... in my car. Both of my cars have android head units now, and both have a Matias mini keyboard of some kind with magnetic USB cables. If I get adventurous I'll either find a way to mount them, or find a way to mount one or two TG3 "cop" keyboards.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Arch4Life on Sun, 17 January 2021, 22:16:59
work: tada68 gateron blue with aluminum case (low profile)
home: keydous nj68 gateron black(lubed n filmed) with SA chocolate

Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yui on Mon, 18 January 2021, 01:46:19
going from model M to FK2001. the Focus is even louder and heavier than the M... i never expected that to be possible :) but now i kinda understand what chyros is on about, although still like my M better i would not mind having to type on alps only :)

I have never thought of my FK-2001 as particularly heavy, but I suppose I routinely use keyboards that weigh much more than a Model M. I swear this OmniKey 101 is significantly heavier than my 1987 Model M, though the internet seems to suggest otherwise. I just now finally finished cleaning the case and caps of my FK-2001 and drilled out the broken tab on the dust cover. I replaced it with a nylon screw, nut and some rubber washers. Works like new (I may start a thread about that if anybody else also has a broken dust cover and is interested). Alas, it only has white Alps. Does yours have blues?
when i said heavier i was talking about the switch weighting, and no it does not have blues, not even proper alps but unmarked white clones, still smooth like melted butter though, as the board was sold as used but i received it in box with not sign of previous use, i was quite happy. although i will not use it in the office ever again i think, it is way louder than the M and deafening compared to my silent reds/coworker rubber domes
although mine is one of the latter FK2001 and did not come with the dust cover (dated 1998 if i recall correctly, don't quote me on that though)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iri on Mon, 18 January 2021, 01:48:18
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Oh, you drive a manual Daewoo. I'm impressed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: philipb on Mon, 18 January 2021, 02:35:22
Scored a Vega from a homie, just built it yesterday (PC plate, Gat ink black). Such an amazing keeb. I absolutely love the sound, it's so rich and full. Unfortunately, I had to buy a cheap set until GMK WoB drops again. I don't have the 1.5U control or Alt that fits and had to use a different colored space bar. Bottom row is pretty scuffed rn, but other than that I'm in love.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: whezil on Mon, 18 January 2021, 06:00:22
*Cringe warning*
I have sold all my keyboards I owned and I am in the process of waiting for some new parts to arrive.
As a result I have resorted to soldering gateron silent reds onto a dz60 pcb, no case/bottom/base, just the bare PCB with switches and cheap keycaps.
I die a little more everyday I wake up and have to use it but I refuse to touch a membrane keyboard ever again.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: aleck on Mon, 18 January 2021, 18:58:38
Magicforce68 with Gateron reds and PBT caps (+ black Kuro Shiro ISO enter). Missed many chances to build a keyboard these last 3 years, will probably get an used HHKB at this point.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 18 January 2021, 20:22:36
*Cringe warning*
I have sold all my keyboards I owned and I am in the process of waiting for some new parts to arrive.
As a result I have resorted to soldering gateron silent reds onto a dz60 pcb, no case/bottom/base, just the bare PCB with switches and cheap keycaps.
I die a little more everyday I wake up and have to use it but I refuse to touch a membrane keyboard ever again.

Man, that's too bad you'll never get to use another Model M. :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: schrobie on Mon, 18 January 2021, 21:07:18
Currently I'm using a Panc40. It's my first 40% and I like it so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 19 January 2021, 08:51:35
going from model M to FK2001. the Focus is even louder and heavier than the M... i never expected that to be possible :) but now i kinda understand what chyros is on about, although still like my M better i would not mind having to type on alps only :)

I have never thought of my FK-2001 as particularly heavy, but I suppose I routinely use keyboards that weigh much more than a Model M. I swear this OmniKey 101 is significantly heavier than my 1987 Model M, though the internet seems to suggest otherwise. I just now finally finished cleaning the case and caps of my FK-2001 and drilled out the broken tab on the dust cover. I replaced it with a nylon screw, nut and some rubber washers. Works like new (I may start a thread about that if anybody else also has a broken dust cover and is interested). Alas, it only has white Alps. Does yours have blues?
when i said heavier i was talking about the switch weighting, and no it does not have blues, not even proper alps but unmarked white clones, still smooth like melted butter though, as the board was sold as used but i received it in box with not sign of previous use, i was quite happy. although i will not use it in the office ever again i think, it is way louder than the M and deafening compared to my silent reds/coworker rubber domes
although mine is one of the latter FK2001 and did not come with the dust cover (dated 1998 if i recall correctly, don't quote me on that though)

Right. I have noticed a few boards with really heavy white Alps. I should probably check and see if they're all actually authentic.

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Oh, you drive a manual Daewoo. I'm impressed.

Is the Chevy Sonic sold as a Daewoo in other parts of the world? I know that it was designed in Korea, but I hadn't heard of it being marketed as a Daewoo. What's particularly impressive about me driving one? It has been a pretty reliable little car. I have read some horror stories about the automatics, but I swore automatics off for good as soon as I learned to drive stick.

*Cringe warning*
I have sold all my keyboards I owned and I am in the process of waiting for some new parts to arrive.
As a result I have resorted to soldering gateron silent reds onto a dz60 pcb, no case/bottom/base, just the bare PCB with switches and cheap keycaps.
I die a little more everyday I wake up and have to use it but I refuse to touch a membrane keyboard ever again.

Are Gateron silent reds really that bad? I have only tried them in a tester.

*Cringe warning*
I have sold all my keyboards I owned and I am in the process of waiting for some new parts to arrive.
As a result I have resorted to soldering gateron silent reds onto a dz60 pcb, no case/bottom/base, just the bare PCB with switches and cheap keycaps.
I die a little more everyday I wake up and have to use it but I refuse to touch a membrane keyboard ever again.

Man, that's too bad you'll never get to use another Model M. :(

Well, they're not exactly hard to find if the itch arises at least.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 19 January 2021, 11:51:18

Right. I have noticed a few boards with really heavy white Alps. I should probably check and see if they're all actually authentic.


I have a Focus with wicked heavy white alps and as far as I can tell, they're legit. I just assumed it was because they were absolutely mullered.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 19 January 2021, 15:31:59

Right. I have noticed a few boards with really heavy white Alps. I should probably check and see if they're all actually authentic.


I have a Focus with wicked heavy white alps and as far as I can tell, they're legit. I just assumed it was because they were absolutely mullered.

Are they scratchy and/or have chatter? I have been pretty lucky with white Alps in terms of not being used as a deep sea boat anchor, that or maybe it is just because they weren't factory lubed. It seems that my FK-2001 feels just about normal in weighting, while my Nan Tan I also have here right now is noticeably heavier. They're both smooth and crisp, although the mold markings are definitely distinct from each other. They both still have the hallmarks of complicated Alps, so just a difference in factories?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 19 January 2021, 16:19:56
Model F 122. Size of desk is minor issue.

(https://i.imgur.com/MFZIvPOh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 19 January 2021, 18:30:35

Model F 122. Size


Taking off the top case shell will only reduce the footprint by about 1 cm all around, but it will make it "seem" a lot smaller.

And make it look better, too. Or at least a lot more bad-ass.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 19 January 2021, 19:26:22
lol are you still trying to get people to buy your "stealth" F122? It's been like 10 years man! Haha

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Are they scratchy and/or have chatter? I have been pretty lucky with white Alps in terms of not being used as a deep sea boat anchor, that or maybe it is just because they weren't factory lubed. It seems that my FK-2001 feels just about normal in weighting, while my Nan Tan I also have here right now is noticeably heavier. They're both smooth and crisp, although the mold markings are definitely distinct from each other. They both still have the hallmarks of complicated Alps, so just a difference in factories?

No they're otherwise totally normal. They're just Cherry MX Green tier heavy.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 19 January 2021, 20:03:59

"stealth" F122?


I closed and deprecated that thread not long after I posted it. Please - everybody - don't waste your time with those bottom pan cuts.

But a 122-key Model F is certainly much better without the plastic shell.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 20 January 2021, 14:51:19
Model F 122. Size of desk is minor issue.

Both the keyboard, and the desk, are too small.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Kaidesk_Lee on Mon, 25 January 2021, 16:14:50
Glorious GMMK full size with Gateron greens. Keycaps are a mix of the fairly horrible ABS ones they came with and a random selection of aluminium and brass prototypes I made over the last few weeks. A weird mess.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JucheCatgirlTS on Tue, 26 January 2021, 19:17:01
Today I'm rocking a blue PCB Mysterium I finished last night, with the open-source acrylic case, brass plate, and OG Cherry doubleshots on NK Blueberries. It's my first winkeyless keyboard since the 90s but I'm really enjoying it thus far.

Sorry for the quick and dirty photo, I don't feel like setting up the DSLR right now ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Tue, 26 January 2021, 22:27:51
KBD67V2 MKII Black Polycarbonate. Finally received it this evening and now have it put together. Used OA switches lubed with Krytox 205 and C3 Stabs lubed with dielectric grease. Probably my best sounding board so far, at least in terms of consistency with lack of stab rattle and no over-lubed switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 27 January 2021, 01:20:21
Today I'm rocking a blue PCB Mysterium I finished last night, with the open-source acrylic case, brass plate, and OG Cherry doubleshots on NK Blueberries. It's my first winkeyless keyboard since the 90s but I'm really enjoying it thus far.

Sorry for the quick and dirty photo, I don't feel like setting up the DSLR right now ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Have you considered remapping left Alt to Win? I like it. I almost never use Alt anyway, so I mapped it to the right alt on Models M. I use F9 on left side function rows for Windows.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 27 January 2021, 09:15:35
Today I'm rocking a blue PCB Mysterium I finished last night, with the open-source acrylic case, brass plate, and OG Cherry doubleshots on NK Blueberries. It's my first winkeyless keyboard since the 90s but I'm really enjoying it thus far.

Sorry for the quick and dirty photo, I don't feel like setting up the DSLR right now ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Looks great. I like that the PCB is exposed but that there's still a border around the whole case. I don't normally do the whole LEGO thing so I hadn't even heard of it. The page I found for it does show Windows keys, so did you just omit them and choose a case with blockers built in?

I would have kept the Windows keys myself, but to each their own. How are the blueberries? Never tried them.

KBD67V2 MKII Black Polycarbonate. Finally received it this evening and now have it put together. Used OA switches lubed with Krytox 205 and C3 Stabs lubed with dielectric grease. Probably my best sounding board so far, at least in terms of consistency with lack of stab rattle and no over-lubed switches.

Pictures?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JucheCatgirlTS on Wed, 27 January 2021, 18:18:52
Today I'm rocking a blue PCB Mysterium I finished last night, with the open-source acrylic case, brass plate, and OG Cherry doubleshots on NK Blueberries. It's my first winkeyless keyboard since the 90s but I'm really enjoying it thus far.

Sorry for the quick and dirty photo, I don't feel like setting up the DSLR right now ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Have you considered remapping left Alt to Win? I like it. I almost never use Alt anyway, so I mapped it to the right alt on Models M. I use F9 on left side function rows for Windows.

I have right Alt mapped to Win. I've used left Alt almost exclusively since I was a kid but almost never touch the right Alt.

Looks great. I like that the PCB is exposed but that there's still a border around the whole case. I don't normally do the whole LEGO thing so I hadn't even heard of it. The page I found for it does show Windows keys, so did you just omit them and choose a case with blockers built in?

I would have kept the Windows keys myself, but to each their own. How are the blueberries? Never tried them.


Yeah the 'prototype' aesthetic of these through-hole kits is pretty neat. The case was designed by the board's creator and can be cut with or without the blockers. I really wanted to use my OG Cherry caps so I went with blockers for this build. I have a set of top panels without them if I ever change my mind but I doubt I'll ever use them.

The blueberries are great if you like heavy tactile switches. I like them quite a lot myself, but I tend to gravitate towards heavier switches in general.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Wed, 27 January 2021, 21:38:22


KBD67V2 MKII Black Polycarbonate. Finally received it this evening and now have it put together. Used OA switches lubed with Krytox 205 and C3 Stabs lubed with dielectric grease. Probably my best sounding board so far, at least in terms of consistency with lack of stab rattle and no over-lubed switches.

Pictures?

Not a particularly good pic, as I don't have a traditional setup at home.

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I am using Red Samurai for now, but  I may transition to Blue Samurai or Mecha-01 eventually, whenever I finally receive them.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 28 January 2021, 10:07:35
Yeah the 'prototype' aesthetic of these through-hole kits is pretty neat. The case was designed by the board's creator and can be cut with or without the blockers. I really wanted to use my OG Cherry caps so I went with blockers for this build. I have a set of top panels without them if I ever change my mind but I doubt I'll ever use them.

The blueberries are great if you like heavy tactile switches. I like them quite a lot myself, but I tend to gravitate towards heavier switches in general.

Yeah, nice little kit it seems. Definitely one I would actually be tempted by.

I'm mostly a clicky guy. It seems my perception of what is and is not heavy has shifted as I less routinely use MX switches.




KBD67V2 MKII Black Polycarbonate. Finally received it this evening and now have it put together. Used OA switches lubed with Krytox 205 and C3 Stabs lubed with dielectric grease. Probably my best sounding board so far, at least in terms of consistency with lack of stab rattle and no over-lubed switches.

Pictures?

Not a particularly good pic, as I don't have a traditional setup at home.

I am using Red Samurai for now, but  I may transition to Blue Samurai or Mecha-01 eventually, whenever I finally receive them.

Looks great.  :thumb:

I have always liked that smoked black look myself.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HerrVoennchen on Fri, 29 January 2021, 07:34:15
I'm using my Ducky One 2 SF right now, but (very) hopefully FedEx will deliver my new Varmilo Miyo68 Custom today to replace the Ducky due to the very annoying double char issue, which seems to get worse.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sirbuzzkillington on Fri, 29 January 2021, 08:52:58
Currently using a Keychron K3 with their optical blue switches at work, and a logitech G915 TKL with the Logitech "clicky" white switches at home. Both boards have their strong points and i am enjoying using them. The only downside is the K3 is a 75% board and the logitech is a standard TKL so sometimes it takes a second to not miss mash a key. But overall i am very happy with both purchases. They are both very different boards so i enjoy going back and forth.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leopard223 on Fri, 29 January 2021, 16:36:24
Currently using an NK65 EE with BOX pink switches, PC is pretty hefty.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 2disbetter on Sat, 30 January 2021, 09:15:15
Currently using a ZSA moonlander, UHK version 1, or a HHKB Pro. Mostly on the Moonlander as I really like the cherry browns in it. The UHK has Kailh blues, but the version 2 I ordered will have the Kailh equivalents to the browns. The typing sounds of those switches is soothing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: xtrafrood on Sat, 30 January 2021, 12:11:49
Kinesis Advantage LF w/Cherry MX Silent switches (new, and I've been too lazy to work on it). 

And Cherry G80-11900 w/Cherry MX Black switches and Krytox GPL205/Permatex grease.  Also swapped QWERTY springs with 30g.  Pretty sure the keycaps are PBT, so I'm reluctant to swap them out.

Two keyboards because I constantly switch between two different computers throughout my day :p

edit - alphanumeric springs...

edit - G80-11900 also has WASD 40A-R o-rings.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Sat, 30 January 2021, 20:12:59





KBD67V2 MKII Black Polycarbonate. Finally received it this evening and now have it put together. Used OA switches lubed with Krytox 205 and C3 Stabs lubed with dielectric grease. Probably my best sounding board so far, at least in terms of consistency with lack of stab rattle and no over-lubed switches.

Pictures?

Not a particularly good pic, as I don't have a traditional setup at home.

I am using Red Samurai for now, but  I may transition to Blue Samurai or Mecha-01 eventually, whenever I finally receive them.

Looks great.  :thumb:

I have always liked that smoked black look myself.

Thanks, and yeah I dig the smokey look, too. Tried to grab a NK65 EE Smoke, but had to settle for a Blumen as I didn't get to the page soon enough for that particular drop.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: pinkpurpleteal on Sun, 31 January 2021, 02:22:13
Yui660c CB v1 aluminum case with my Leopold Fc660c
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 02 February 2021, 10:17:41
Guys, this is an absolute godsend. Mal and I were talking about keyboards and our mutual love for Matias, and he bit the bullet on a dampened Matias keyboard, and told me it was pretty good.

I am currently using it. It's a Laptop Pro 4 or something, and connects via bluetooth to the computer. Again, it's basically dampened alps, it feels a lot like a very good rubber dome but with a bit more tactility in the actuation point halfway through travel. Anyway, it's legitimately quiet, so I can do this online training while visiting my sister and her Doge while on video conferences without clacking the **** out of everything like I would normally do.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: typo on Tue, 02 February 2021, 21:48:16
You have all heard about it already. A modified Topre Realforce PFU limited. Not 45G. So I say the only mod that matters is I have BKE light on the entire board and BKE extra light on the pinkies. I tried to make a variable. I think if you do one thing BKE is really snappy. I do not think anyone wants Heavy or extra heavy. I have the stock keycaps. They are fine and MX sliders add slop. I enjoy using all my MX boards. I do all my hours of coding on this. Just be careful when you open these boards or you are in for a little surprise :) Please be nice guys I do not think I said anything outrageous.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HerrVoennchen on Wed, 03 February 2021, 02:06:43
My Varmilo Miyo Pro Custom finally arrived. I know, taste is taste, but i'm very happy with it. Got MX Black Switches, Dual Layout (Mac & Win), seems already lubed out of factory. And one Feature I already love, which my One 2 SF didn't have, is the permanent switch between numbers and functions keys. Or I did't figured that out on the Ducky.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 04 February 2021, 14:00:33
Guys, this is an absolute godsend. Mal and I were talking about keyboards and our mutual love for Matias, and he bit the bullet on a dampened Matias keyboard, and told me it was pretty good.

I am currently using it. It's a Laptop Pro 4 or something, and connects via bluetooth to the computer. Again, it's basically dampened alps, it feels a lot like a very good rubber dome but with a bit more tactility in the actuation point halfway through travel. Anyway, it's legitimately quiet, so I can do this online training while visiting my sister and her Doge while on video conferences without clacking the **** out of everything like I would normally do.

I'm glad you're liking it. I don't use their "quiet clicks" much, because I haven't had much need. If I needed a seriously quiet board for typing, they would be my choice since my Realforce 87u is stock and not exactly quiet. There's a recycling facility near me that I know is sitting on some dampened Alps though too if I ever wanted to snag those. Their bluetooth keyboards are pretty nice. I was using one in one of my cars for a while until I got tired of the few seconds it took to wake up and pair. If I stop being lazy and swap the guts over to turn my secure pro clicky I may use that in one of them, since RF should connect and start functioning faster.

My Varmilo Miyo Pro Custom finally arrived. I know, taste is taste, but i'm very happy with it. Got MX Black Switches, Dual Layout (Mac & Win), seems already lubed out of factory. And one Feature I already love, which my One 2 SF didn't have, is the permanent switch between numbers and functions keys. Or I did't figured that out on the Ducky.

Looks great to me. I always liked that Varmilo's lock lights are in the caps. I wish more boards and caps did that.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Fri, 05 February 2021, 14:15:12

  Tapping on my office GMMK TKL with Gateron Browns.  I got the icicle silver case and set the backlighting to icy blue for the proper cool winter mood.  I was thinking to put Tuzi on this one eventually.  It was a bit of a shock when the group buy projected to ship a year from now.  :o 

  This weekend I'm going to finish my second GMMK TKL from the black friday deal with Kailh Speed Bronze for a clicky option.  I haven't had time to lube and film all those switches yet.  I was hoping to put the Space Dust keycap set on it some day?  Maybe I'll put SA Nightlight on when it arrives.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 19 February 2021, 17:09:30
I feel like this needs a bump. Have a Model F AT.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 22 February 2021, 10:41:47
Are you actually using it? Have you tried it conconverted?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 22 February 2021, 11:47:00
Are you actually using it? Have you tried it conconverted?

I am using it bone stock besides the USB adapter. What do you mean by converted? To ANSI? I have used it through native PS2 a few times, although that seems to be a real chore on some modern computers. Both of my ATs are stock and I have had both set up at different locations at once as daily drivers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:22:11
How do you feel about the escape key placement? I shoved mine in the tilde key and turned it into numlock.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:58:53
How do you feel about the escape key placement? I shoved mine in the tilde key and turned it into numlock.

Now that you mention it, I only just now noticed that the escape key in the AT layout is in the exact same place I put it on my F77. That must have been subliminal. I wouldn't say it is ideal having it tossed into the number pad, but it works.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 13:11:15
How do you feel about the escape key placement? I shoved mine in the tilde key and turned it into numlock.

Good idea. I might do that to mine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 13:31:33
My retropie

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 22 February 2021, 13:36:54
My retropie

Have you got a Raspberry Pi jammed into the chassis of that keyboard then? I have often thought of such things. Yours looks great.

You look to be running out of Xbox 360 controllers. Speaking of which, is the NES theme some custom shell or something?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 13:48:02
My retropie

Have you got a Raspberry Pi jammed into the chassis of that keyboard then? I have often thought of such things. Yours looks great.

You look to be running out of Xbox 360 controllers. Speaking of which, is the NES theme some custom shell or something?

Lol, I've got maybe 12 Xbox controllers at this point. 4 have some Star Wars skins that I put on in like 2011, and most of the rest are themed after the game boy, Atari 2600, Commodore SX-64, the Vic 20. I designed the skins and either ordered colored parts or spray painted them.

No pie in the keyboard. That one's not big enough. I may put one in a C64c case one day but for now, I'm working on a console style case that will have a similar color scheme to the famicom.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: micmil on Mon, 22 February 2021, 17:43:30
Soarer's finally arrived and I'm now rocking the M122. Feel inferior. Unless you have one too. Then feel superior to everyone but me.  :p

It'll take some time to get this thing configured how I want but I might start using this as my daily driver. Depends on how well my RSI can cope with the stretch to left shift because who tf uses right shift?

Now I'm just waiting on the right tool so I can get this thing cracked open and move on to the next step of turning it into an industrial-wannabe.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 18:14:02
Soarer's finally arrived and I'm now rocking the M122. Feel inferior. Unless you have one too. Then feel superior to everyone but me.  :p

It'll take some time to get this thing configured how I want but I might start using this as my daily driver. Depends on how well my RSI can cope with the stretch to left shift because who tf uses right shift?

Now I'm just waiting on the right tool so I can get this thing cracked open and move on to the next step of turning it into an industrial-wannabe.

Well since you asked, mine’s an F 122 so I still feel superior  ;D

Show us what it looks like when you’re all done!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 22 February 2021, 19:02:24

rocking the M122. Feel inferior.


F 122 .... feel superior


there you go
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: micmil on Mon, 22 February 2021, 19:26:07

Well since you asked, mine’s an F 122 so I still feel superior  ;D

Show us what it looks like when you’re all done!

Oh please. F is the 6th letter of the alphabet. M is the 13th. 13 > 6 last I checked.  ;D

If all goes well I'll upload a full build at some point. If you never hear about it again, pour one out for another M122 lost to some jackass on the internet.  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 22 February 2021, 20:25:07

13 > 6


I have owned, used, rebuilt, and modified many variations of each.

Have you? If not, what are you basing your opinion on?

The Model M was an extreme cost-cutting successor to the Model F (with an order of magnitude fewer discreet components, for whatever that means).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 22:28:28

Oh please. F is the 6th letter of the alphabet. M is the 13th. 13 > 6 last I checked.  ;D

If all goes well I'll upload a full build at some point. If you never hear about it again, pour one out for another M122 lost to some jackass on the internet.  :))

I know I can be a Jackass, but what has that got to do with anything? Do you know anything about the Model F keyboards? I know I really like them, but I personally don't like the layouts of most of them. The Model F AT is closest to what I DO like but it has no arrow keys.  But that does not make my Model M a superior keyboard.

I do know I love all my Model M keyboards. However, that doesn't mean I have no respect for the F. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 23 February 2021, 08:10:31

Oh please. F is the 6th letter of the alphabet. M is the 13th. 13 > 6 last I checked.  ;D

If all goes well I'll upload a full build at some point. If you never hear about it again, pour one out for another M122 lost to some jackass on the internet.  :))

I know I can be a Jackass, but what has that got to do with anything? Do you know anything about the Model F keyboards? I know I really like them, but I personally don't like the layouts of most of them. The Model F AT is closest to what I DO like but it has no arrow keys.  But that does not make my Model M a superior keyboard.

I do know I love all my Model M keyboards. However, that doesn't mean I have no respect for the F.

I'm pretty sure he's joking/trolling/teasing. He'll find his way to the one true buckling spring eventually. We don't need to scare him away before that happens.

Until then, enjoy that M122 micmill.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 23 February 2021, 08:22:15
Haha yeah he's just having a laugh.

I definitely understand the love for M over F, so I think it's fair.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 23 February 2021, 08:49:36
Yes. He's just being silly.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 23 February 2021, 09:16:52
I definitely understand the love for M over F

Even if you could easily covert your Ms to capacitive (https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=24559)?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 23 February 2021, 10:04:24
HAha yeah it's not just the layout. The sound, the slightly stiffer keyfeel, etc.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yui on Tue, 23 February 2021, 10:22:41
just changed from iso custom silent red 60% to FK9200 the only issue i see is the spacebar only registering on the right half... still a rather nice board and very good domes
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: micmil on Tue, 23 February 2021, 11:19:53
Seems a few people around here need to take a ****. They'll breathe easier after they do.  :-*
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 23 February 2021, 11:30:06
just changed from iso custom silent red 60% to FK9200 the only issue i see is the spacebar only registering on the right half... still a rather nice board and very good domes

That's a big jump, both figuratively and literally. Spacebar/domes/membrane need some cleaning maybe?

Seems a few people around here need to take a ****. They'll breathe easier after they do.  :-*

A lot of people take buckling spring VERY SERIOUSLY. I would include myself in that group. It can also be difficult to interpret intent/meaning without the benefit of cadence. All just a big misunderstanding, I imagine.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zoentri on Tue, 23 February 2021, 11:41:22
green olkb planck with lubed kailh pro burgundy linears
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 23 February 2021, 14:01:27
It can also be difficult to interpret intent/meaning without the benefit of cadence. All just a big misunderstanding, I imagine.

That's all it is. They're great guys and gals here for the most part.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 23 February 2021, 21:03:35

Seems a few people around here need to take a ****.


I am genuinely curious as to what that is supposed to mean.
 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 23 February 2021, 21:35:01

Seems a few people around here need to take a ****.


I am genuinely curious as to what that is supposed to mean.

That someone so uptight must be constipated.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wolverine92 on Tue, 23 February 2021, 22:15:32
Corne with MT3 Susuwatari

Sent from my Pixel 5 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 23 February 2021, 23:20:46
Seems a few people around here need to take a ****. They'll breathe easier after they do.  :-*

Definitely a troll. If you want to stir up ****, you picked the wrong crowd.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Wed, 24 February 2021, 02:23:30
Seems a few people around here need to take a ****. They'll breathe easier after they do.  :-*

Definitely a troll. If you want to stir up ****, you picked the wrong crowd.

Well, since he seems to breathe out of his a$$, I guess that's where he's talking from as well :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yui on Wed, 24 February 2021, 02:59:50
just changed from iso custom silent red 60% to FK9200 the only issue i see is the spacebar only registering on the right half... still a rather nice board and very good domes

That's a big jump, both figuratively and literally. Spacebar/domes/membrane need some cleaning maybe?


i went from M122 to the 60% before :) and i got 2 NIB but DPD completely destroyed one of the boxes and damaged the board inside (the seller did pack it good he had put it into a 2nd cardboard box and bubble wrap but DPD and FedEx are incapable of not destroying things) the calculator is a bit damaged as may be the space-bar stabilizer, i need to open it and maybe take photos for the DT wiki, if someone could update it as i do not have an account, and i doubt they would let a 0 day account change the wiki.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cryonic on Wed, 24 February 2021, 03:33:56
Dell 8115 JIS ISO.

New Ducky failed me within 2 weeks of usage due to factory fault and they refused RMA and insisted i use my Warranty. I am very sad. Very.

Going Custom. I am still hurting inside while planning my new build.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 24 February 2021, 11:20:22
just changed from iso custom silent red 60% to FK9200 the only issue i see is the spacebar only registering on the right half... still a rather nice board and very good domes

That's a big jump, both figuratively and literally. Spacebar/domes/membrane need some cleaning maybe?


i went from M122 to the 60% before :) and i got 2 NIB but DPD completely destroyed one of the boxes and damaged the board inside (the seller did pack it good he had put it into a 2nd cardboard box and bubble wrap but DPD and FedEx are incapable of not destroying things) the calculator is a bit damaged as may be the space-bar stabilizer, i need to open it and maybe take photos for the DT wiki, if someone could update it as i do not have an account, and i doubt they would let a 0 day account change the wiki.

It is a shame one of the boards was damaged.

Your mention of the FK-9200 made me look it up it up, and that trackball looked familiar. It turns out I have a rebranded FK-7200 I picked up from a recycling facility because the caps looked like they were Alps compatible. They turned out to be too wide, if nothing else. They say that the FK-9200's caps are compatible as well. It makes me wonder if that's actually the case now. Mine has casing damage too, but I imagine it is functional. You made me curious about the domes, which are odd. Maybe they've got different mechanisms, but mine's definitely dome with slider of some kind and the tactile event is surprisingly sharp and pleasant for a dome board. I haven't compared them directly yet, but it kind of reminds me of Fujitsu Peerless (and now I realize that Chyros has a video on them and probably goes over all of that at length).

I do not have a DT account either.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: micmil on Wed, 24 February 2021, 12:00:12

Seems a few people around here need to take a ****.


I am genuinely curious as to what that is supposed to mean.

It means they're constipated from having their head up their ass. It's pretty ****ing obvious that's the case when someone goes into goddamn overdrive because someone else dared jokingly imply their precious ****ing keyboard isn't the besterest evar.

Definitely a troll. If you want to stir up ****, you picked the wrong crowd.

You gonna throw in the Navy SEALS copypasta next there, tough guy?  :rolleyes:

Well, since he seems to breathe out of his a$$, I guess that's where he's talking from as well :)

I suggest you learn to read before trying to talk among adults next time.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 24 February 2021, 12:02:37
Dell 8115 JIS ISO.

New Ducky failed me within 2 weeks of usage due to factory fault and they refused RMA and insisted i use my Warranty. I am very sad. Very.

Going Custom. I am still hurting inside while planning my new build.

Try doing a chargeback on the card.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 24 February 2021, 12:08:57

Seems a few people around here need to take a ****.


I am genuinely curious as to what that is supposed to mean.

It means they're constipated from having their head up their ass. It's pretty ****ing obvious that's the case when someone goes into goddamn overdrive because someone else dared jokingly imply their precious ****ing keyboard isn't the besterest evar.

Definitely a troll. If you want to stir up ****, you picked the wrong crowd.

You gonna throw in the Navy SEALS copypasta next there, tough guy?  :rolleyes:

Well, since he seems to breathe out of his a$$, I guess that's where he's talking from as well :)

I suggest you learn to read before trying to talk among adults next time.

Dude. Relax. That kind of talk is only gonna piss off the mods and get you banned. Fohat is a good dude and has been around for way longer. If you're new here, it's better not to stir things up, especially before you've gained some street cred. You wouldn't want to kick things off by pissing off the veterans.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 24 February 2021, 12:35:46

Seems a few people around here need to take a ****.


I am genuinely curious as to what that is supposed to mean.

It means they're constipated from having their head up their ass. It's pretty ****ing obvious that's the case when someone goes into goddamn overdrive because someone else dared jokingly imply their precious ****ing keyboard isn't the besterest evar.

Definitely a troll. If you want to stir up ****, you picked the wrong crowd.

You gonna throw in the Navy SEALS copypasta next there, tough guy?  :rolleyes:

Well, since he seems to breathe out of his a$$, I guess that's where he's talking from as well :)

I suggest you learn to read before trying to talk among adults next time.

Dude. Relax. That kind of talk is only gonna piss off the mods and get you banned. Fohat is a good dude and has been around for way longer. If you're new here, it's better not to stir things up, especially before you've gained some street cred. You wouldn't want to kick things off by pissing off the veterans.

Yeah, Fohat's a good guy. He's often the first one that will have a suggestion if you need help modifying or fixing a buckling spring board like your new M122. Let's all calm down. Playful jests were taken seriously, there's no need to escalate over a misunderstanding.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: micmil on Wed, 24 February 2021, 14:30:22
Dude. Relax. That kind of talk is only gonna piss off the mods and get you banned. Fohat is a good dude and has been around for way longer. If you're new here, it's better not to stir things up, especially before you've gained some street cred. You wouldn't want to kick things off by pissing off the veterans.

In other words, this place is populated by spergy little sociopaths and you don't want to piss them off because they're butt buddies with the people in charge.

Cool. I'll **** right off. I left high school decades ago and don't need this cliquey jackoff horse**** in my life.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 24 February 2021, 15:35:59
Welp, so much for my earlier attempts at diplomacy. Guess he was a troll after all. I hope he’s good to his word and decides not to hangout here anymore... but I doubt it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 24 February 2021, 16:18:40

but I doubt it.


I have raised children. Most people grow, some faster than others. The important factor is whether or not they want (and know how) to learn.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 24 February 2021, 17:51:11

Definitely a troll. If you want to stir up ****, you picked the wrong crowd.

You gonna throw in the Navy SEALS copypasta next there, tough guy?  :rolleyes:


No need at all. Seems you know more than all of us. Why are you here in the first place? We were talking about what keyboards we use now, and I still use the same keyboard. We are so proud of you for taking us off topic, I thought it would be a good idea to include a picture.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sxmxs on Fri, 26 February 2021, 10:02:39
ID80 w/ Gat Browns, i got kiwis on the way tho, and HK Gaming BoW, but I got GMK Red Samurai on the way
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Fri, 26 February 2021, 15:42:22
I have been jumping back and forth between my Blumen NK65 EE and KBD67V2 PC at work recently:

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KaitlyynDuff on Sat, 27 February 2021, 02:38:51
Anne Pro 2. I love this thing lol. There are a lot of people who are doubting the power of a 60% keyboard. That is perfectly acceptable but I hate it when people just boil it down to its size. However, there are some positives that you can take away from the AP including the battery life when used remotely. You also have to consider that there are some boards that will serve the same purpose better, there are just some aspects of the AP2 which just works well including the price that is one of the lowest in the market for such a quality keyboard. If you want it, there are some online with both white and black colorways involved.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HappyB0T on Mon, 01 March 2021, 22:33:45
NK65 + GYellow Inks
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JucheCatgirlTS on Sat, 06 March 2021, 15:58:49
I'm currently using my KBD75v2 at work, mostly because it's easier to carry it back and forth to the office than my 1800 (although I'm moving offices soon so I'll be able to leave a board at work). I had NK Blueberries on a brass plate+foam before but I felt like trying something different so I swapped them for 62g Boba U4T on a polycarbonate plate without the foam (still have case foam, just no plate foam). It feels nice and soft, much different than before but I'm really digging it right now.

Plus those RGBY mods look dope next to the Win95 logo  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Sun, 07 March 2021, 05:33:04

  I finally finished lubing a set of clickety speed bronze for my second GMMK TKL board.  (the black Black Friday deal GMMK)  Both my fingers and eyes now hurt from handling all the tiny parts.  I put a cheap-o Coral Sea keycap set on it for testing purposes.  I won't have a good keycap set for it until SA Nightlight arrives.  Girlfriend went to bed, so I have to wait until morning to test it in all its clickety glory. 

  I didn't get to film the switches because I bought two thickness of films, and even the thinner one is too thick for the speed bronze switch housings. 


 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 07 March 2021, 13:38:40
Behold, something stupid:

A Qtronix Scorpius-35 with box jades swapped into it and converted to bluetooth with a stainless steel ball bearing replacing the original plastic trackball. The "Aristotle" switches inside felt terrible, most not even being clicky anymore.

[attachimg=1]

The line of 4 LEDs indicate battery life, controlled by the Aibocn power bank I hacked apart to fit into the case. The left-most metal button is to control the BT-500 adapter I also hacked apart to fit into the case. The two LEDs above it indicate bluetooth status and blink whenever a key is pressed, the trackball is moved, etc. The button to the right of it can be held to turn on a white LED that the power bank meant to be used as a flashlight. I mounted that in a hole I drilled in the front of the case. The white switch is a killswitch for the 3 battery cells I harvested from bad laptop batteries, since the ones that came in the bank were too thick to jam inside the case.

[attachimg=2]

The aforementioned white LED

[attachimg=3]

I also drilled a hole to mount one of those fancy magnetic USB connectors, which can be used both for charging the batteries and for direct input through USB instead of Bluetooth.

[attachimg=4]

Random picture of all of the added guts I slimmed down and crammed onto the top of the case.

[attachimg=5]

PS/2 to USB adapter I wired up to JST connectors. I heat-shrinked the whole adapter and hot glued it under the trackball PCB. Everything else but the batteries is glued to the top of the case.

[attachimg=6]

Random old scavenged laptop battery cells with vaguely correct specifications, which I obviously did the bare minimum of function testing on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: retoid on Sun, 07 March 2021, 14:37:32
That's awesome! Nice work!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 07 March 2021, 15:14:22
That's awesome! Nice work!

Thank you very much. It took a lot more time and work than I had envisioned. I probably wouldn't do it again. I thought about doing something similar to the TG3 "cop keyboard" I use as a HTPC keyboard in my bedroom, but that thing has even less space inside. I'll probably pass on that one. Modding a multitouch trackpad into it would be nice though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: repugnantpear on Sun, 07 March 2021, 16:06:06
I just recently got an older keyboard, model 5530k. I think its a BTC but i'm not sure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Tue, 09 March 2021, 05:00:58
Started playing with this a little more:
(https://i.imgur.com/2RguDRZ.jpg)
Old Wyse 160 Terminal (early 90's vintage) with the original Ascii keyboard (Mx-black, steel plate, OG cherry doubleshots).
Longest space bar I have ever seen (9.75U) :)
Saved it from the dumpster at work, now have it hooked up to my linux box at home.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 09 March 2021, 09:01:28
Old Wyse 160 Terminal (early 90's vintage) with the original Ascii keyboard (Mx-black, steel plate, OG cherry doubleshots).
Longest space bar I have ever seen (9.75U) :)
Saved it from the dumpster at work, now have it hooked up to my linux box at home.

I'm glad you were able to save it. How such a thing can be chucked into a dumpster is beyond me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Tue, 09 March 2021, 13:35:20
I'm glad you were able to save it. How such a thing can be chucked into a dumpster is beyond me.

  Management usually likes to toss everything "old". 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 09 March 2021, 16:06:23
I'm glad you were able to save it. How such a thing can be chucked into a dumpster is beyond me.

  Management usually likes to toss everything "old".

Oh, I know. I got the Dell computer I use as a HTPC in my bedroom at a scrapyard for $25. I got the i7 CPU in my gaming rig out of a bucket there for $7. Total nonsense.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Tue, 09 March 2021, 16:33:02

  I finally finished lubing a set of clickety speed bronze for my second GMMK TKL board. 

  Mmmm, its a snow day here at our facility in hawaii (well, icy sleety slushy crap instead of nice proper snow) so I'm stuck in the office at sea level and get to use my new speed bronze GMMK for the first time.  Feels gooooood

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 10 March 2021, 00:11:46
KBParadise V80 "2021 Final Edition" 12/15 with Matias quiet "linears"

[attachimg=1]

Thin caps, even by my standards. At least the retro vibes are nice. Would be nicer without a black case.

[attachimg=2]

I hope "final edition" doesn't mean they're done with Alps clone boards.


  I finally finished lubing a set of clickety speed bronze for my second GMMK TKL board. 

  Mmmm, its a snow day here at our facility in hawaii (well, icy sleety slushy crap instead of nice proper snow) so I'm stuck in the office at sea level and get to use my new speed bronze GMMK for the first time.  Feels gooooood

I didn't know it snowed in Hawaii, which I imagine is probably just like when people in Texas don't realize that it gets really hot and humid up north, just not quite as hot

Pictures?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Wed, 10 March 2021, 01:22:13

I didn't know it snowed in Hawaii, which I imagine is probably just like when people in Texas don't realize that it gets really hot and humid up north, just not quite as hot

Pictures?
 

The observatory I work at is at 13500 feet on Mauna Kea.  It'll snow at that elevation anywhere in the world.  Any time there's a thunderstorm it's in the middle of the storm cloud, and the middle of a strong storm is typically full of snow, sleet and hail.



Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Wed, 10 March 2021, 02:59:17
Old Wyse 160 Terminal (early 90's vintage) with the original Ascii keyboard (Mx-black, steel plate, OG cherry doubleshots).
Longest space bar I have ever seen (9.75U) :)
Saved it from the dumpster at work, now have it hooked up to my linux box at home.

I'm glad you were able to save it. How such a thing can be chucked into a dumpster is beyond me.

They were doing a clean out of the Engineering boneyard. This was actually the user interface for one of our old wirebonders. Unfortunately, there was a bunch of cool mechanical stuff I couldn't get to at the bottom.... This whole 6-s thing is a big waste in my opinion...but a goldmine for us hoarders collectors :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bjerrk on Wed, 10 March 2021, 03:11:56
It is amusing that most GHers have separate keyboards for home and work :))
Wouldn't it be too much trouble to transport them back and forth every day?  :p
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Wed, 10 March 2021, 04:55:00
Wouldn't it be too much trouble to transport them back and forth every day?  :p

I always take my work keyboard home on the weekends.  Things are more likely to mysteriously disappear on the weekends. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: -Jerry- on Wed, 10 March 2021, 05:13:42
Wouldn't it be too much trouble to transport them back and forth every day?  :p

I always take my work keyboard home on the weekends.  Things are more likely to mysteriously disappear on the weekends.

Exactly this! Lock in drawer at night, take home at the weekend, haha.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bjerrk on Wed, 10 March 2021, 08:46:09
Wouldn't it be too much trouble to transport them back and forth every day?  :p

I always take my work keyboard home on the weekends.  Things are more likely to mysteriously disappear on the weekends.

Exactly this! Lock in drawer at night, take home at the weekend, haha.
I stand corrected   :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 10 March 2021, 09:41:42

I didn't know it snowed in Hawaii, which I imagine is probably just like when people in Texas don't realize that it gets really hot and humid up north, just not quite as hot

Pictures?
 

The observatory I work at is at 13500 feet on Mauna Kea.  It'll snow at that elevation anywhere in the world.  Any time there's a thunderstorm it's in the middle of the storm cloud, and the middle of a strong storm is typically full of snow, sleet and hail.

It must be beautiful up there.

Wouldn't it be too much trouble to transport them back and forth every day?  :p

I always take my work keyboard home on the weekends.  Things are more likely to mysteriously disappear on the weekends.

Exactly this! Lock in drawer at night, take home at the weekend, haha.
I stand corrected   :D

I leave an F107 on a desk in the middle of a middle school library. I figure it is obscure enough to the average person that nobody has any idea what it is, much less has the determination to try to hide a 10 pound slab of zinc to sneak it past all of the cameras. I rotate F ATs, DC-2014s, etc at other locations and leave them as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 15 March 2021, 23:31:09
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Mon, 15 March 2021, 23:56:56
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.
There is always this abomination:
(https://preview.redd.it/uad6wt8ek5n61.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=94e02fbc26f1621675a97f29bbfbab4a6487e2c4)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Tue, 16 March 2021, 05:41:02
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.
There is always this abomination:
Show Image
(https://preview.redd.it/uad6wt8ek5n61.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=94e02fbc26f1621675a97f29bbfbab4a6487e2c4)

It would be even more true if it replaced "Shift" text with "Shaft" IMHO
Just my 2c
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 16 March 2021, 14:20:08
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.

Wait for Matias boards to go back down to $30-50 each on Ebay, or buy a "defective" one straight from them?

You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.
There is always this abomination:
Show Image
(https://preview.redd.it/uad6wt8ek5n61.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=94e02fbc26f1621675a97f29bbfbab4a6487e2c4)


I imagine he wants to draw the line at usable/enjoyable but of no real value. Whatever that thing is, it belongs in a woodchipper.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cthalupa on Sun, 21 March 2021, 02:13:59
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.
There is always this abomination:
Show Image
(https://preview.redd.it/uad6wt8ek5n61.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=94e02fbc26f1621675a97f29bbfbab4a6487e2c4)


Someone might steal it just so they could throw it away and not have to ever see it again. They'd be doing everyone a favor.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Mon, 22 March 2021, 08:33:16
Finally finished building my NK65EE Watermelon, built with LF Gat x Mito laserons (70g version).  So happy with the feel and glad i pushed through to finish lubing and filming these (almost gave up and was going to just put them back together).  Currently running a set of JTK Rainy Day on it for now till I find a set I want - would love a set of GMK Stealth for it, or at least the NK_ Vaporwave cap set. (Need to get a shot of it completed still - will do once I get back home)
(https://i.imgur.com/Uu4uzNI.jpg)
Fully built with temp JTK Rainy Day
(https://i.imgur.com/zgzgftI.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 22 March 2021, 13:37:42
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.
There is always this abomination:
Show Image
(https://preview.redd.it/uad6wt8ek5n61.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=94e02fbc26f1621675a97f29bbfbab4a6487e2c4)


Someone might steal it just so they could throw it away and not have to ever see it again. They'd be doing everyone a favor.

I imagine that's a very real possibility.

Finally finished building my NK65EE Watermelon, built with LF Gat x Mito laserons (70g version).  So happy with the feel and glad i pushed through to finish lubing and filming these (almost gave up and was going to just put them back together).  Currently running a set of JTK Rainy Day on it for now till I find a set I want - would love a set of GMK Stealth for it, or at least the NK_ Vaporwave cap set. (Need to get a shot of it completed still - will do once I get back home)
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Uu4uzNI.jpg)


That looks great.  :thumb: Those NK65s look more and more tempting every day. They don't sell those carrying cases separately, do they?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Mon, 22 March 2021, 14:46:35
Nope, but for the total price it's not a bad deal and the case is pretty nice.  Overall the board was definitely worth it and I was skeptical on the Watermelon colorway over the Purple, but I'm really liking it as it does seem to go well w/ the colors on the Rainy Day set.  I would hope Dixie/Omni come out with their cases again (really nice for the moolah).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Sun, 28 March 2021, 14:30:05
ABKO K935P V2! Team Topre clone! Team 45g, silenced upstroke, cherry profile, cherry stem, TKL goodness!

Team thock, representing.

side note; i got my buddy to get himself a real keyboard finally. He's got an MX Red 60% Royal Kuldge 2 now. And he seems to like it.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 30 March 2021, 21:17:11
Have you used a proper Topre? How's this one feel compared to the realio dealio?

I'm using an F122 I bought from xmit.

(https://i.imgur.com/tkqzzXmh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kajahtaa on Tue, 30 March 2021, 21:21:34
Kyria with U4T Boba this week
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: lazerpointer on Tue, 30 March 2021, 22:00:41
Have you used a proper Topre? How's this one feel compared to the realio dealio?

I'm using an F122 I bought from xmit.

Yes. Years ago, I had an HHKB as well as a Realforce 87U. I can't tell a difference, except my Topre boards were non-silenced and this board is silenced.

I traded off the Topre boards shortly after buying, because I was still going through my "switch testing" phase at the time.

Nice model F man, they don't make them like that anymore :thumb: Really tempted to get a Unicomp SSK.... I love buckling springs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JucheCatgirlTS on Wed, 31 March 2021, 15:53:33
Just finished my Freyr TKL, Boba U4Ts on a POM plate with OG doubleshots and GMK RGB mods, soooo good. The split backspace keys are just placeholders, gonna put either GMK WoB or Classic Retro on this one once they arrive.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 06 April 2021, 11:43:34
Just finished my Freyr TKL, Boba U4Ts on a POM plate with OG doubleshots and GMK RGB mods, soooo good. The split backspace keys are just placeholders, gonna put either GMK WoB or Classic Retro on this one once they arrive.

Looks good. Is this a common theme for you? Seems like the last board you posted on here was pretty similarly-themed.

I figured this could use another bump, so have the random "quiet click" V80 I got on Ebay and swapped into a gray Aliexpress aluminum case. I thought the gray would be darker, but I had the Tai-Hao tomcat caps just lying around anyway (mostly just since just finding any variation of Alps caps in stock at all is kind of like collecting Pokemon).

[attachimg=1]

I still have yet to find a single board with Gaote-manufactured Matias switches that has any problems whatsoever in my use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Tue, 06 April 2021, 16:19:59
Tomcat looks beautiful IMHO - that pics color profile does it no justice

can't wait my materials arrive so i further my build
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 06 April 2021, 17:12:41
Tomcat looks beautiful IMHO - that pics color profile does it no justice

can't wait my materials arrive so i further my build

I like it, but I'm not a huge fan of blue and/or lighter grays and silvers. More of a black and red kind of person.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: MelonBred on Wed, 07 April 2021, 00:46:50
Been swapping between my MB-44 and Phoenix45. Looking forward to some group buys to ship though. Specifically the SPmini.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Arch4Life on Wed, 07 April 2021, 02:34:23
having fun with this or a week now lol
http://imgur.com/gallery/pefbmhO

Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 09 April 2021, 18:50:27
(https://i.imgur.com/rj9wVZL.jpg)

gh60 in a kbdfans tray to test out a batch of switches, actually feels really nice, almost beat my personal best in 15s lol. i should probably replace with a hotswap pcb though since i basically only use it to test switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cmdshft on Sat, 10 April 2021, 23:10:27
(https://i.ibb.co/CMZ9vnj/SONY-DSC.jpg)

tofu65 alum purple
dz65rgb v2
gat ink black v2 (NK films + 205g0)
polycarb plate
durock v2 stabs (spacerbar full 205g0, others xht-bdz on wires, 205g0 on stem housings)
KBDFans stab pads
NovelKeys_ PBT Notion (ordered GMK Nightshade but wont come until early 2022 ETA)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: T’Downit Strider on Mon, 12 April 2021, 00:02:42
Currently, I’m using a Chicony 5181 with Monterey switches. I was using a Hi-Tek 725 keyboard, but I switched over to this to see how I feel about it.

At least, until I sell them both to fund a nice Wyse case for my BOX Navies. Sacrifices must be made for the good of keyboardkind. ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: DELLA KEY on Mon, 12 April 2021, 21:23:10
I'm using Titan SE right now!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 13 April 2021, 21:53:32
gh60 in a kbdfans tray to test out a batch of switches, actually feels really nice, almost beat my personal best in 15s lol. i should probably replace with a hotswap pcb though since i basically only use it to test switches.

What's that above it? One of the aluminum Aliexpress boat anchor cases? If so, what have you got in it?

tofu65 alum purple
dz65rgb v2
gat ink black v2 (NK films + 205g0)
polycarb plate
durock v2 stabs (spacerbar full 205g0, others xht-bdz on wires, 205g0 on stem housings)
KBDFans stab pads
NovelKeys_ PBT Notion (ordered GMK Nightshade but wont come until early 2022 ETA)

Looks good. Kind of reminds me of one of those corny colorful 90s kids keyboards, just done tastefully instead.  :thumb:

Currently, I’m using a Chicony 5181 with Monterey switches. I was using a Hi-Tek 725 keyboard, but I switched over to this to see how I feel about it.

At least, until I sell them both to fund a nice Wyse case for my BOX Navies. Sacrifices must be made for the good of keyboardkind. ;)

Those are both wonderful switches though. They give navies a run for their money if you ask me, especially the SMKs. EchosLimit (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=135305) has a recent thread about "vintage" MX blacks in a Wyse board. It isn't very clear whether or not he's keeping the whole thing intact or harvesting the MX blacks. If he is, save the rest of the Wyse so I don't have to. I have too many boards as it is.

Today I'm trying out the humble $50 Tecware Phantom L

[attachimg=1]

Due to the exposed aluminum plate, there's basically no flex even though it is a pretty thin board.

[attachimg=2]

I think the caps a pretty nice for just coming on a random Chinesium Amazon board.

[attachimg=3]

The weird low profile snap spring switches from Outemu are what made me buy the board. They're interesting to be sure, but underwhelming. In terms of subjective preference for overall feel I'm placing them between MX blue and Outemu or Gateron blue (I don't rank any of these highly as clickies, although I don't mind using the two latter switches). These are lightly tactile, less so than the better MX clones, yet their overall weighting feels to me to be quite a bit higher than average, feeling heavier than the Matias clickies I have next to them. They have a lower-pitched and more muted click than you can expect from any other modern clickies besides Matias and some in the box family. Like the box family, pressure seems to build quickly (briefly) just before the relatively high tactile event, and both also share a click on the upstroke. Unlike the clickbar switches, these slightly rattle on the upstroke (quite a bit less than MX blue and the worst of its clones). This makes them feel almost as if they are the heretical love child abomination of both MX and clickbar. They're not as crisp or refined as even the best of the MX clicky clones, so they don't hold a candle to the box family either in my opinion.

Interesting idea though, hopefully improved upon in the future.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 14 April 2021, 00:13:33
gh60 in a kbdfans tray to test out a batch of switches, actually feels really nice, almost beat my personal best in 15s lol. i should probably replace with a hotswap pcb though since i basically only use it to test switches.

What's that above it? One of the aluminum Aliexpress boat anchor cases? If so, what have you got in it?

Are you asking about the LZ-S
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: T’Downit Strider on Wed, 14 April 2021, 04:31:16

Those are both wonderful switches though. They give navies a run for their money if you ask me, especially the SMKs.


The SMKs are pretty nice, I agree, but I really like the feel and sound of clickbar switches. Though, it probably doesn't help that the keycaps on the Monterey are HORRIBLY cheap, with a completely smooth top on all keys and a very bad sound profile. If they were the MX-mount design, I'd likely keep them around, but I don't feel like searching for replacement Alps-mount keycaps when the rest of the board's quality also sucks. Not to mention, I'm just curious what Box switches will feel like when I use them for a while.

The Space Invaders sound really nice, but they feel pretty scratchy. Granted, they weren't exactly clean when I found them. The F key row sounds and feels a lot nicer, though.

EDIT: I realized I could temporarily steal some nice quality caps from my Apple IIc to test on the Monterey board, and I am gladI I did. I might be inspired to keep these switches after all, with how big an improvement better caps made on the feel and sound. That is...if they still work after I spilled a ton of pasta sauce on them  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 14 April 2021, 09:20:34
gh60 in a kbdfans tray to test out a batch of switches, actually feels really nice, almost beat my personal best in 15s lol. i should probably replace with a hotswap pcb though since i basically only use it to test switches.

What's that above it? One of the aluminum Aliexpress boat anchor cases? If so, what have you got in it?

Are you asking about the LZ-S

I suppose so. It looks very similar to the Aliexpress aluminum TKL cases. I hadn't even heard of the LZ-S. There doesn't seem to be a lot of results if I Google it, yet it seems people in-the-know swoon over them.


Those are both wonderful switches though. They give navies a run for their money if you ask me, especially the SMKs.


The SMKs are pretty nice, I agree, but I really like the feel and sound of clickbar switches. Though, it probably doesn't help that the keycaps on the Monterey are HORRIBLY cheap, with a completely smooth top on all keys and a very bad sound profile. If they were the MX-mount design, I'd likely keep them around, but I don't feel like searching for replacement Alps-mount keycaps when the rest of the board's quality also sucks. Not to mention, I'm just curious what Box switches will feel like when I use them for a while.

The Space Invaders sound really nice, but they feel pretty scratchy. Granted, they weren't exactly clean when I found them. The F key row sounds and feels a lot nicer, though.

EDIT: I realized I could temporarily steal some nice quality caps from my Apple IIc to test on the Monterey board, and I am gladI I did. I might be inspired to keep these switches after all, with how big an improvement better caps made on the feel and sound. That is...if they still work after I spilled a ton of pasta sauce on them  :rolleyes:

You could get some brand new Tai-Hao caps for it if the layout is relatively standard. They're thin, but they're doubleshots if that matters. They're ABS though, so they'll wear smooth if that bothers you (I like it). What have you got in that Apple IIc then, SKCM orange? Never tried those myself. SMK switches, in general, don't sound as nice as something like Alps SKCM ... or even Matias, unfortunately (to most anyway, eye of the beholder, etc). They are still very smooth, pleasant, and seem to be some of the least finicky in both feel and function of the extended Alps family though.

What do you want a clicky to sound like? Navies are amongst the most pleasant/satisfying of the box family in terms of feel, but they're relatively high-pitched. The force required to actuate them seems to also cause and/or increase the volume of ping with a metal plate and/or chassis that's particularly susceptible to it. Personally, I find it endlessly entertaining in the aluminum of the Das Pro 4 and Corsair K65 I swapped them into, but it seems the trend is to dislike ping. They're also a lot stiffer than any clickies you may be used to if you're currently typing mostly on SMK and space invaders. I got used to them surprisingly fast, but I was also already used to typing on Alps SKCM and capacitive buckling spring regularly. They did seem, to me, to be less difficult to acclimate to than a heavy linear like MX black.

If any of that bothers you, you may want to look at lighter and/or bassier variants of the box family like jades and pinks. Jades are also more tactile than navies, although the extent of the tactility juxtaposed against the comparatively light spring weighting bothers some. I just think it helps them feel just a little more like Alps SKCM.

Space invaders do sound more consistent and crisp than SMK, I suppose. Very high-pitched though. If you particularly like their sound, you may be right at home with box navies in that regard. Yours are scratchy? I would have to try my board again, but I can't say I have ever noticed as much. I don't think mine was all that clean either, but I know how some of those recycler boards are abused. I have tried Hi-Tek's earlier linears (with similar contacts) in an old Atari computer and those were wonderfully smooth as well. Maybe fohat.digs (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=10175) can chime in on that. I know he's a proponent of the Hi-Tek 725 series.

If you get the chance, you should also try NEC blue ovals if you have not and like high-pitched pingy switches. Very entertaining.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: T’Downit Strider on Thu, 15 April 2021, 00:16:33

You could get some brand new Tai-Hao caps for it if the layout is relatively standard. They're thin, but they're doubleshots if that matters. They're ABS though, so they'll wear smooth if that bothers you (I like it). What have you got in that Apple IIc then, SKCM orange? Never tried those myself. SMK switches, in general, don't sound as nice as something like Alps SKCM ... or even Matias, unfortunately (to most anyway, eye of the beholder, etc). They are still very smooth, pleasant, and seem to be some of the least finicky in both feel and function of the extended Alps family though.

What do you want a clicky to sound like? Navies are amongst the most pleasant/satisfying of the box family in terms of feel, but they're relatively high-pitched. The force required to actuate them seems to also cause and/or increase the volume of ping with a metal plate and/or chassis that's particularly susceptible to it. Personally, I find it endlessly entertaining in the aluminum of the Das Pro 4 and Corsair K65 I swapped them into, but it seems the trend is to dislike ping. They're also a lot stiffer than any clickies you may be used to if you're currently typing mostly on SMK and space invaders. I got used to them surprisingly fast, but I was also already used to typing on Alps SKCM and capacitive buckling spring regularly. They did seem, to me, to be less difficult to acclimate to than a heavy linear like MX black.

If any of that bothers you, you may want to look at lighter and/or bassier variants of the box family like jades and pinks. Jades are also more tactile than navies, although the extent of the tactility juxtaposed against the comparatively light spring weighting bothers some. I just think it helps them feel just a little more like Alps SKCM.

Space invaders do sound more consistent and crisp than SMK, I suppose. Very high-pitched though. If you particularly like their sound, you may be right at home with box navies in that regard. Yours are scratchy? I would have to try my board again, but I can't say I have ever noticed as much. I don't think mine was all that clean either, but I know how some of those recycler boards are abused. I have tried Hi-Tek's earlier linears (with similar contacts) in an old Atari computer and those were wonderfully smooth as well. Maybe fohat.digs (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=10175) can chime in on that. I know he's a proponent of the Hi-Tek 725 series.

If you get the chance, you should also try NEC blue ovals if you have not and like high-pitched pingy switches. Very entertaining.

The main problem with the caps I have on the SMKs right now is how cheap they feel. The plastic is just...I dunno, it just feels gross. You can tell it's badly made. That, and they sound bad. I'll probably get some Tai Haos, or I'll buy some old AEK keycaps off Ebay. Either should work. Also, the IIc has Amber Alps, and they're just as good as I've heard. Absolutely the best keyfeel I've ever had.

On the sound front, I like a nice sharp click. As long as it's distinct and solid, I don't mind it. Box switches have some of the sharpest clicks on the modern market, which is what originally drew me to them. Feel-wise, though, they remind me of the Hi-Tek switches, for the brief period I've used them. I can adapt pretty easily when it comes to switch weight-I started out with a Model M122(typing on that now, as I spilled tomato sauce on the SMK board...don't ask), moved on to the NMB Hi-Tek board, and then to the Montereys. I should be fine with Navies, as long as I'm not thinking about it. Pinks are nice, too, but I don't have enough on me for a full board right now, anyway.

I REALLY like how the Hi-Tek switches sound on the less used keys, like the function keys, but the alpha keys just sound and feel so scratchy that it isn't worth it for me to use. Then again, it could just be me. I might try lubing the switches to see if that helps, but I have no idea how to go about that with the strangeness of these switches.

I haven't heard of that NEC switch. I'll have to check it out. Most of my knowledge on this sort of stuff comes from Chyros XD

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 15 April 2021, 13:40:07

You could get some brand new Tai-Hao caps for it if the layout is relatively standard. They're thin, but they're doubleshots if that matters. They're ABS though, so they'll wear smooth if that bothers you (I like it). What have you got in that Apple IIc then, SKCM orange? Never tried those myself. SMK switches, in general, don't sound as nice as something like Alps SKCM ... or even Matias, unfortunately (to most anyway, eye of the beholder, etc). They are still very smooth, pleasant, and seem to be some of the least finicky in both feel and function of the extended Alps family though.

What do you want a clicky to sound like? Navies are amongst the most pleasant/satisfying of the box family in terms of feel, but they're relatively high-pitched. The force required to actuate them seems to also cause and/or increase the volume of ping with a metal plate and/or chassis that's particularly susceptible to it. Personally, I find it endlessly entertaining in the aluminum of the Das Pro 4 and Corsair K65 I swapped them into, but it seems the trend is to dislike ping. They're also a lot stiffer than any clickies you may be used to if you're currently typing mostly on SMK and space invaders. I got used to them surprisingly fast, but I was also already used to typing on Alps SKCM and capacitive buckling spring regularly. They did seem, to me, to be less difficult to acclimate to than a heavy linear like MX black.

If any of that bothers you, you may want to look at lighter and/or bassier variants of the box family like jades and pinks. Jades are also more tactile than navies, although the extent of the tactility juxtaposed against the comparatively light spring weighting bothers some. I just think it helps them feel just a little more like Alps SKCM.

Space invaders do sound more consistent and crisp than SMK, I suppose. Very high-pitched though. If you particularly like their sound, you may be right at home with box navies in that regard. Yours are scratchy? I would have to try my board again, but I can't say I have ever noticed as much. I don't think mine was all that clean either, but I know how some of those recycler boards are abused. I have tried Hi-Tek's earlier linears (with similar contacts) in an old Atari computer and those were wonderfully smooth as well. Maybe fohat.digs (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=10175) can chime in on that. I know he's a proponent of the Hi-Tek 725 series.

If you get the chance, you should also try NEC blue ovals if you have not and like high-pitched pingy switches. Very entertaining.

The main problem with the caps I have on the SMKs right now is how cheap they feel. The plastic is just...I dunno, it just feels gross. You can tell it's badly made. That, and they sound bad. I'll probably get some Tai Haos, or I'll buy some old AEK keycaps off Ebay. Either should work. Also, the IIc has Amber Alps, and they're just as good as I've heard. Absolutely the best keyfeel I've ever had.

On the sound front, I like a nice sharp click. As long as it's distinct and solid, I don't mind it. Box switches have some of the sharpest clicks on the modern market, which is what originally drew me to them. Feel-wise, though, they remind me of the Hi-Tek switches, for the brief period I've used them. I can adapt pretty easily when it comes to switch weight-I started out with a Model M122(typing on that now, as I spilled tomato sauce on the SMK board...don't ask), moved on to the NMB Hi-Tek board, and then to the Montereys. I should be fine with Navies, as long as I'm not thinking about it. Pinks are nice, too, but I don't have enough on me for a full board right now, anyway.

I REALLY like how the Hi-Tek switches sound on the less used keys, like the function keys, but the alpha keys just sound and feel so scratchy that it isn't worth it for me to use. Then again, it could just be me. I might try lubing the switches to see if that helps, but I have no idea how to go about that with the strangeness of these switches.

I haven't heard of that NEC switch. I'll have to check it out. Most of my knowledge on this sort of stuff comes from Chyros XD

Yeah, I think Tai-Haos would be an upgrade from what came on most boards with SMK switches. Those Monterrey boards are pretty cheap by the day's standards.

If you're used to a Model M, then navies should work out fine. Part of the reason I never got into the Model M was initially its weighting. Do you think any of the tomato sauce got onto the PCB/contacts? If so, you might be able to get away with flushing any affected parts of the board with some isopropyl alcohol and giving it a day or so to dry completely. The sooner the better since that sauce is probably going to dry onto whatever it gets into and will have to reconstitute to wash off. Tomato sauce is also acidic, so even if it works now it may start eating the traces over time. If a flush doesn't work, you might have to desolder all of the switches just to take a peek at the PCB.

I did just try again and some of my space invader switches are a little scratchy, but I don't think mine was exactly like-new when I snatched it up. I don't remember if I grabbed it a recycler or found it on Ebay. Some are definitely very smooth.

I think Chyros has a video on NEC blue ovals if you look. I learned a lot initially from his videos too. They remind me of a ukulele or something. More recognizably musical than even a Model F XT if you ask me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: T’Downit Strider on Fri, 16 April 2021, 11:21:09

Yeah, I think Tai-Haos would be an upgrade from what came on most boards with SMK switches. Those Monterrey boards are pretty cheap by the day's standards.

If you're used to a Model M, then navies should work out fine. Part of the reason I never got into the Model M was initially its weighting. Do you think any of the tomato sauce got onto the PCB/contacts? If so, you might be able to get away with flushing any affected parts of the board with some isopropyl alcohol and giving it a day or so to dry completely. The sooner the better since that sauce is probably going to dry onto whatever it gets into and will have to reconstitute to wash off. Tomato sauce is also acidic, so even if it works now it may start eating the traces over time. If a flush doesn't work, you might have to desolder all of the switches just to take a peek at the PCB.

I did just try again and some of my space invader switches are a little scratchy, but I don't think mine was exactly like-new when I snatched it up. I don't remember if I grabbed it a recycler or found it on Ebay. Some are definitely very smooth.

I think Chyros has a video on NEC blue ovals if you look. I learned a lot initially from his videos too. They remind me of a ukulele or something. More recognizably musical than even a Model F XT if you ask me.

I finished cleaning up the Montereys yesterday, and properly cleaned out the switches which still felt scratchy or stiff after being scrubbed with IPA. I lubed them and put them back on, and they're fine now. Well...except two. One of the keys simply refuses to work, while I messed up the other during reassembly. I'm really bummed that I did this to a board that worked perfectly fine, so I'm probably going to put it in my closet until I forget how frustrated I am.  ;D
I just hope none of the sauce got on the front of the PCB, because that would mean I'd have to desolder EVERYTHING to get it off.

The problem might not actually be the scratchiness, it might be that they bind more than I'm used to. I lubed a switch up, and it didn't really do anything to change the feeling for me.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Mon, 19 April 2021, 08:08:01
i have an black SCKM ALPS keyboard and had a similar issue with switches stop working after cleaning:

disassemble the offending switches (two toothpicks method works like a charm here) and carefully get all the parts out (the metal plates are soldered to the PCB so those will stay, but the clicker leaf, spring and the stem will go out, play with the plates inside the housing a little and see if you can extract every so little debris out of there.


Test the keyboard if the switch works now

If all else fails, desolder the opened switch and continue disassembly - check if any debris is in between the contacts (usually a hair or a clothing filament)...
(desoldering one or two switches goes with a vacuum pump is quite tolerable - opposite of desoldering the whole keyboard)


Check the switch operation with a multimeter ("DVM") before assembly...


Once i was over and had the switches working, they stopped one more time a while after - what do you know, i got them "unstuck" by mere brute force - i was sharply typing the key (actually almost hitting it with the finger press) until it started responding again...


HTH

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ThomasLT on Wed, 23 June 2021, 11:39:27
using Chaos  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Countdown on Fri, 25 June 2021, 22:04:44
Currently while I’m saving up for a new custom I’m just using a white ducky one 2 mini.

Regards,
Countdown
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thoughtorgan on Fri, 09 July 2021, 07:07:55
Been digging my Leopold FC980M w/ MX Blacks recently. It was my second mechanical board ever, coming from a k70 with MX Browns. Four years ago I was looking for a keycap set with russian sublegends, but wasn't having any luck. After a few searches on eBay I found a listing for a BTC Foam and Foil board, with mx mounted caps. I had some issues carrying the modifiers over, and was too lazy to source a new spacebar. Even though it's not perfect, I couldn't imagine changing it. I'm far too used to it.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Fri, 09 July 2021, 07:45:50
122 key Model F from 1985
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 09 July 2021, 08:14:51
122 key Model F from 1985

ditto
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Envious on Sun, 11 July 2021, 03:08:09
(https://i.imgur.com/V3uTbcF.jpeg)



Currently rocking a TKL (newer version of whats in the pic above)

I cant decide if I like lighter or heavier switches but I so far prefer linear over tactile but ive yet to try many tactiles.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leopard223 on Tue, 13 July 2021, 01:30:04
Just got the R2 of the KBD67 Lite, while it’s lighter, it feels much higher quality than my NK65, phenomenal kit, well worth the money.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Tue, 13 July 2021, 03:07:31
Just got the R2 of the KBD67 Lite, while it’s lighter, it feels much higher quality than my NK65, phenomenal kit, well worth the money.

I agree, I got it too and it is amazing keeb.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: growler on Tue, 13 July 2021, 03:19:03
HHKB Pro 2, have a custom build with Kailh Box switches that gets used occasionally, my first build. Now, have the raw materials for about 5 different builds mechanism one shouldbe good - I can barely lift the case! Gonna be a mega soldering party weekend at some point, feel I need to practice practice before going full A-team on this.

Sent from my SM-G980F using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cherpalla on Tue, 13 July 2021, 23:09:24
[attachimg=1]

KBDfans DZ60RGB ANSI V2
Drop Copper plate
Durock + Everglide frankenstabilizers
Durock POM stem + Everglide Aqua King housing frankenswitches
Crystal edge low profile keycaps
Capsmiths Rose Keycap
Alopow Resin Case
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Thu, 15 July 2021, 16:02:14
I'm using this:
(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=110499.0;attach=270475;image)
It features a southpaw mirrored numpad block and an ISO enter key (aka Ten Key Mirrored - TKM-2021, a full size compact)
Matias silent click from TKC and XDA blank caps from ebay
The case is a custom build from Aluminium sheet metal and a profile, each 2 mm thick.
It's 408 mm wide; 136 long and some 38-ish mm tall.


I enjoy the Matias very much  :D



(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=110499.0;attach=272342;image)
This is the sibling sister, the Tai Hao "Tom Cat" themed one awaiting for the next case to be built.


Also featuring Matias Silent Click switches, quite enjoyable to type on  :p  and an ANSI enter key.


There is yet another with BAE enter key in the making...

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: thoughtorgan on Tue, 27 July 2021, 13:59:17
You're a maniac. I'm considering doing this at my job though we don't have set desks and hypothetically anyone could use mine and steal my amazing keyboard. It'll have to be some POS I won't mind losing. Any ideas? Can't look too gamery.

I've been leaving my Unicomp New Model M at work for a month now. I've also got a shared desk situation at my office, so the potential for someone else to sit at my desk and use the keyboard (or walk away with it) is there. So far most people have either moved it to the side, or left the desk alone.

The keyboard was $100 and I have custom order caps from unicomp on there as well. If it were to be stolen - it'd suck, but it's completely replaceable. If you like buckling springs, I'd say it's an option to explore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nostyle_au on Wed, 28 July 2021, 05:15:36
Been dailying a stock 104UK for a while now, been very refreshing after coming from some heavily modded Topre boards and MX customs
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: yrtsi on Thu, 29 July 2021, 16:06:29
[attach=1]

'90 IBM Model M (1391403) with German QWERTZ-layout. I swapped Y to Z and Z to Y and now it's working quite well with Swedish/Finnish layout. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Fri, 30 July 2021, 05:08:57
(Attachment Link)

KBDfans DZ60RGB ANSI V2
Drop Copper plate
Durock + Everglide frankenstabilizers
Durock POM stem + Everglide Aqua King housing frankenswitches
Crystal edge low profile keycaps
Capsmiths Rose Keycap
Alopow Resin Case

Very nice:)

Where did you get those caps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Sat, 31 July 2021, 11:24:46
(Attachment Link)

'90 IBM Model M (1391403) with German QWERTZ-layout. I swapped Y to Z and Z to Y and now it's working quite well with Swedish/Finnish layout. :thumb:

How could You do that, are the keys all same height/sculpt?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Sat, 31 July 2021, 11:29:36
(Attachment Link)

'90 IBM Model M (1391403) with German QWERTZ-layout. I swapped Y to Z and Z to Y and now it's working quite well with Swedish/Finnish layout. :thumb:

How could You do that, are the keys all same height/sculpt?

Yes. Because of the curved plate all of the caps are the same height & profile. Any one fits anywhere.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 31 July 2021, 12:45:02

are the keys all same height/sculpt?


IBM, in the 1980s, went to great lengths to engineer its products to be adaptable worldwide. That is why M/F keys can be moved, added, removed, and ANSI and ISO layouts and variations thereof all accommodated from a single base plate/circuit board unit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Mon, 02 August 2021, 16:15:30

are the keys all same height/sculpt?


IBM, in the 1980s, went to great lengths to engineer its products to be adaptable worldwide. That is why M/F keys can be moved, added, removed, and ANSI and ISO layouts and variations thereof all accommodated from a single base plate/circuit board unit.

Now if only we could have those capacitive buckling springs as discrete switches to make keyboards of our own 9_9
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 02 August 2021, 17:03:33
Does anyone recognize this?

(https://i.imgur.com/nHEbJhBh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 02 August 2021, 21:01:55

buckling springs as discrete switches


When and if you ever take one apart, you will see that it is not any one thing and that the "switches" (mechanisms, perhaps, but not "switches") simply could not be discreet.

Indeed, it is the entirety of the thing that makes it what it is. An IBM Model F has 3 steel plates plus a circuit board that are all constantly held in various states of tension and compression and that is what makes it feel and sound "alive".
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 04 August 2021, 04:55:38

buckling springs as discrete switches

When and if you ever take one apart, you will see that it is not any one thing and that the "switches" (mechanisms, perhaps, but not "switches") simply could not be discreet.

Indeed, it is the entirety of the thing that makes it what it is. An IBM Model F has 3 steel plates plus a circuit board that are all constantly held in various states of tension and compression and that is what makes it feel and sound "alive".

Not capacitive, but ...

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 04 August 2021, 07:53:29
Fair enough, I have one of those too.

It would be possible to cobble something together into a keyboard by mounting a bunch of these on *something*, but it would be devoid of the essence of what makes ancient IBM iron so great.

And I am not talking about some kind of warm fuzzy nostalgia, I mean the actual feel (and, a characteristic even more important to some users, sound).

You have taken an M/F apart, would it be even remotely "the same"?
 
edit - and to be picky and technical, that thing is a mechanism and there is no switch in it at all
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 05 August 2021, 03:43:35
Fair enough, I have one of those too.

It would be possible to cobble something together into a keyboard by mounting a bunch of these on *something*, but it would be devoid of the essence of what makes ancient IBM iron so great.

And I am not talking about some kind of warm fuzzy nostalgia, I mean the actual feel (and, a characteristic even more important to some users, sound).

You have taken an M/F apart, would it be even remotely "the same"?
 
edit - and to be picky and technical, that thing is a mechanism and there is no switch in it at all

A SPMT (single pole momentary throw) switch?  This one is from a M, so pressing it compresses the spring, flips the paddle, and would normally make an electrical contact.  Right?  I've never really thought about it, and also don't know if the paddle is included in these key chains.

But yes, it would lack the essence of a keyboard - like putting a row of MX switches on a desk and pressing them in sequence pretending it is a keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 05 August 2021, 09:09:05

This one is from a M, so pressing it compresses the spring, flips the paddle, and would normally make an electrical contact.  Right?


I am pretty sure that barrel came from a Model F, that was how Orihalcon made them.

In the case of the Model M, the pivot plate (aka paddle aka flipper) presses a mylar sheet sandwich and causes the top trace to physically contact the bottom trace through the hole in the center sheet. With the keyboard apart and/or with the barrels removed, you can press the top layer with your finger to make the contacts touch. Theoretically, you could type on the membranes themselves with the keys, caps, springs, and barrel plate all removed.

In the case of the Model F, the pivot plate is much larger and is made from a material with very specific electrical characteristics. As that piece pivots downward, it gently comes to rest above 2 capacitive sensors embedded in the PCB and bridges them, changing the capacitance. This change is detected and registers the stroke. There is no movement and thus no physical wear taking place in the sensing system, only in the mechanism above it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 05 August 2021, 18:47:35

This one is from a M, so pressing it compresses the spring, flips the paddle, and would normally make an electrical contact.  Right?


I am pretty sure that barrel came from a Model F, that was how Orihalcon made them.

In the case of the Model M, the pivot plate (aka paddle aka flipper) presses a mylar sheet sandwich and causes the top trace to physically contact the bottom trace through the hole in the center sheet. With the keyboard apart and/or with the barrels removed, you can press the top layer with your finger to make the contacts touch. Theoretically, you could type on the membranes themselves with the keys, caps, springs, and barrel plate all removed.

In the case of the Model F, the pivot plate is much larger and is made from a material with very specific electrical characteristics. As that piece pivots downward, it gently comes to rest above 2 capacitive sensors embedded in the PCB and bridges them, changing the capacitance. This change is detected and registers the stroke. There is no movement and thus no physical wear taking place in the sensing system, only in the mechanism above it.


I cannot recall where or when I acquired this particular item, but it seems that you are correct.

I have disassembled one Model M (and bolt modded it, and nearly finished putting it back together), and you'd have to cut the plate to extract one barrel to make such a keyring.  This assembly does not look like it was cut, so more than likely it is from a Model F, yes.

My apologies :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livewirerc on Thu, 05 August 2021, 20:10:04
One of my three Rama keyboards in HHKB layout if I'm at home, or my HHKB BT if I'm on the move. I just built two of these within the past couple weeks so they're getting a lot of love, but the HHKB BT is my constant companion, and if I'm out of the house more often than not it's in my bag.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Wed, 11 August 2021, 15:07:26
One of my three Rama keyboards in HHKB layout if I'm at home, or my HHKB BT if I'm on the move. I just built two of these within the past couple weeks so they're getting a lot of love, but the HHKB BT is my constant companion, and if I'm out of the house more often than not it's in my bag.

I'm getting the sense that you like HHKB layouts and Rama  :))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Katlicious on Wed, 11 August 2021, 16:24:41
One of my three Rama keyboards in HHKB layout if I'm at home, or my HHKB BT if I'm on the move. I just built two of these within the past couple weeks so they're getting a lot of love, but the HHKB BT is my constant companion, and if I'm out of the house more often than not it's in my bag.

Love HHKB !
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 12 August 2021, 18:15:02
One of my three Rama keyboards in HHKB layout if I'm at home, or my HHKB BT if I'm on the move. I just built two of these within the past couple weeks so they're getting a lot of love, but the HHKB BT is my constant companion, and if I'm out of the house more often than not it's in my bag.

Love HHKB !

 :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Leopard223 on Thu, 12 August 2021, 20:55:27
Using a BM60 to try the new Akko Lavender purple switches, gotta say the kit is great, and the switches are just fantastic, spring weight is on the weaker side but the tactile bump is very noticable, and very clacky for those who like it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Madrobby on Tue, 17 August 2021, 14:52:07
Modern Dasher D60 [attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Tue, 17 August 2021, 16:56:54
New keyboard day for me

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 18 August 2021, 03:12:44
Modern Dasher D60 (Attachment Link)

That's a nice keyboard!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hobby_grade on Wed, 18 August 2021, 12:30:43
First post, so hello! Here is a 40% build that I just finished, and the little bit of feedback that I have gotten has been negative of my aesthetic choices. What do you think?

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Wed, 18 August 2021, 16:49:17
First post, so hello! Here is a 40% build that I just finished, and the little bit of feedback that I have gotten has been negative of my aesthetic choices. What do you think?

(Attachment Link)

Do what makes you happy. It doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. I'm always a fan of the Laser colorway fwiw
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nerif on Wed, 18 August 2021, 17:36:31
Razer Deathstalker (chicklet rubber dome), but I am thinking about selling it and maybe buying an Apex 100 or Bloody b720 keyboard

Also I am using Logitech g710+ with cherry browns from time to time
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Hans_Luber on Thu, 19 August 2021, 18:50:18
I am about 7 years behind but I recently fell in love with the FC600C. I have been messing around with building keyboards for the past 5 or so years - nothing substantial. Have used a decent amount of switches. This little board just does it for me. 45g silent. I like the feel and I like the sound. Was it overpriced? Maybe. I don't really care. I have paid a lot more for a lot less.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clankgy1 on Thu, 19 August 2021, 20:36:24
When it became apparent that Rukia wasnt going to ship anytime soon (if ever), I went out and bought an AV3.  Details:

Board is basically done, other than I will be looking for blank spacebars to replace the OG fix.  Feel and sound are excellent, IV Works has an active community with an engaged creator.  Very happy with it.

Potato Pic:

(https://i.imgur.com/PUof60h.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cryonic on Sun, 22 August 2021, 01:10:36
My DD. (Daily Driver)

(https://i.postimg.cc/fyvrTnML/20210816-114100.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sGvcwLQd)

(https://i.postimg.cc/WbCynPXB/20210816-114701.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/svPKjbFm)

KBDfans Bamboo Keeb
Custom Leather cover for transportation as well as a keyboard carpet
Carbon Fibre Plate (for lightness)
YD60MQ (QMK)
JWK v2 stabs (3u wire from KBDfans)
Alpacas lubed with film and 67g spring
DCS WYSE terminal Keycaps, retrobrited.
3U, 1.25U, ENTER: Cherry PBT.

layout using
HHKB (CTRL Capslockswap, 1.75 Backspace)
Minila (67keys, 3FNs)
(FN1 SpaceFN1 FN2)
Numpad on 2nd layer.

I thanked the community for encouraging self built. Learn too much, broke now. Thank you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 9gel on Wed, 25 August 2021, 21:13:01
(https://i.imgur.com/dmjpghQ.jpg)

Zebrawood GH60 casing and wrist rest. Makerdiary m60 - so I can use HJKL as arrow keys. Kailh silent box browns. SA ASCII code caps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timw4mail on Thu, 26 August 2021, 07:52:01
Just received my Model 77 New Model F keyboard. It's the larger case style, ANSI layout, with PrintScreen/Insert/Delete/Etc. block and cursor keys in the numpad area. Now I'm just waiting on some more keycaps.

I've waited 5 years for this board, what's a few more for the front-printed keycaps?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Fri, 27 August 2021, 09:38:45
Currently i sit regularly at three computers...
[attach=1]
This is a EDC:
My choc based "orthDIY" i am exploring for the many options of QMK before i settle with a layout i will dye sub on the MBK caps

[attach=2]
The other TKM-2021 that is undergoing dye subbing of the XDA keycaps on Matias silent click switches (ALPS stem) - daily driver on PC #3
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ollir_ on Thu, 02 September 2021, 06:42:31
Have been using a Datacomp DFK-102 with blue Alps which I got few days ago.

The board and switches are in excellent shape - no friction, no binding, everything is nice and smooth.
I think the board hasn't seen too much use in its lifetime, it's not even yellowed anywhere. The left Ctrl key that IS yellowed, is from another board, because the original keycap was broken inside the slider. Prying the plastic out from the slider was easy, but the original keycap isn't usable anymore obviously.

Some keycaps had external legends drawn with a marker or something like that, and few had extra engraved legends, so I put on these Tai Hao Dolch caps on for the time being. I think they look decent on the board. If you view the image larger, you can actually see left of backspace an engraved Z-like symbol on it (the key is just \ |).

Anyway, it's a nice board. I already had Acer 6012 with transplanted blue Alps, but those switches are not in ideal condition; the difference is huge and pretty nicely demonstrated what a difference it makes having Alps switches in good condition.

(https://i.imgur.com/NAzRo2Z.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iaji on Thu, 02 September 2021, 07:02:32
top: my SO's keyboard. currently is not actively used because they're taking a semester off from the school. the keyboard uses gateron yellow and some random SA keycaps.
bottom: one of mine. this one uses gateron black and some SA from grab bag. is it usable? yes, i don't think i want to use other keyboards which have different layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 03 September 2021, 04:03:35
Have been using a Datacomp DFK-102 with blue Alps which I got few days ago.

The board and switches are in excellent shape - no friction, no binding, everything is nice and smooth.
I think the board hasn't seen too much use in its lifetime, it's not even yellowed anywhere. The left Ctrl key that IS yellowed, is from another board, because the original keycap was broken inside the slider. Prying the plastic out from the slider was easy, but the original keycap isn't usable anymore obviously.

Some keycaps had external legends drawn with a marker or something like that, and few had extra engraved legends, so I put on these Tai Hao Dolch caps on for the time being. I think they look decent on the board. If you view the image larger, you can actually see left of backspace an engraved Z-like symbol on it (the key is just \ |).

Anyway, it's a nice board. I already had Acer 6012 with transplanted blue Alps, but those switches are not in ideal condition; the difference is huge and pretty nicely demonstrated what a difference it makes having Alps switches in good condition.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/NAzRo2Z.jpg)


That is a nice looking keyboard :)

The Dolch contrasts very nicely with the beige case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: cest73 on Fri, 03 September 2021, 07:49:28
As of some time now I'm using two of my TKM 2021 siblings (one ANSI the other ISO) and on either place I'm test driving my newest planckDIY (the Ortholinear Chocolate Delight) im posting a picture of:
[attach=1]

One of it's many addon features is the degrees glyph key
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 6s9_Tw on Sat, 04 September 2021, 08:57:33
excited to share a bit of my joy here with this big keeb community.
awesome!
From where I'm from, it's a lonely hobby being a keyboard enthusiast. not many places to go to to share that excitement.
you know,  when you type on a real good keyboard, it's like ... music, percussion music, with rhythms and melodies. you dance through the your fingertips. those steps, skips, glides, and all, it's beyond just typing words. and yeah, if you want, it's really getting sick if one can really talk about crap like this when it is actually typing on the plastic board. ....

Here's my daily driver.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Meletrix2021 on Sun, 05 September 2021, 09:59:14
Aurora
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dafranko on Wed, 08 September 2021, 11:22:23
(http://)
GMMK, lubed Glorious Pandas with 55g slow springs in the alphanumerics and the stock 67g springs in control keys and space.
Keys I'm more likely to hit by accident than on purpose are Gateron Greens so I can hear my mistake  ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 09 September 2021, 11:29:25
This layout fits my needs just quite well; imagine that it allows easy typing in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German, pretty much painlessly. Most of the time, I write in Latex, some computational statistics in R and Python, plus the usual office stuff.


(https://i.imgur.com/g9pnYnT.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GannyL on Tue, 14 September 2021, 05:54:55
I've Blackwidow & Logitech G915 TKL​. Using Blackwidow for my regular use.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timw4mail on Tue, 14 September 2021, 08:49:22
This layout fits my needs just quite well; imagine that it allows easy typing in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German, pretty much painlessly. Most of the time, I write in Latex, some computational statistics in R and Python, plus the usual office stuff.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/g9pnYnT.jpg)


Why is your meta key upside down? For ease of location?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boyjun on Sat, 18 September 2021, 18:46:58
(https://i.redd.it/n3wdhfmn4na71.jpg)

7V With Lubed Lilac Linears + Full Aluminum Plate + GMK Taro
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Sat, 18 September 2021, 21:33:58
This layout fits my needs just quite well; imagine that it allows easy typing in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German, pretty much painlessly. Most of the time, I write in Latex, some computational statistics in R and Python, plus the usual office stuff.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/g9pnYnT.jpg)


Why is your meta key upside down? For ease of location?


Good catch! The meta is the FN-thumb-activated key, and having it upside down makes activating it more comfortable; the four keys above it works as arrows that are one-hand operated.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 13 October 2021, 12:40:44
I'm finally giving the venerable Model M a chance. I spent 3 or 4 days straight using a 1989 manufacture M and for the last 3 or 4 I have been using a new Unicomp Mini M. This is the first Unicomp board I have ever had my hands on in person.

The original was too inconsistent in feel, the inconsistency in sound was entertaining. The Mini M, being brand new with no broken rivets (or 30 years worth of abuse), is much more predictable with each keystroke. Both are more muted than I would like in terms of sound, although I have heard multiple outside observers mention in the past that they prefer the sound of the M to the F when I have demonstrated them side by side. The Mini M seems to be lacking the characteristic twang of other buckling spring boards. It seems to me that the springs buckle lower in the Unicomp than on an original M, which buckle a touch higher than an F (probably more of a difference in cap design). The Unicomp and most Fs buckle virtually at the bottom of travel, which I have always loved. The Unicomp is scratchier than the OG M, neither of which compare to an F, but I do imagine the Unicomp needs some heavy wear to be a fair comparison. Both seem to have more of a tendency to want to bind than an F. I like a firm bottom out, and the M lacks that.

Both are stiffer than I would like for a buckling spring board ... though I seem to love typing on box navies. I still feel like I may not be using enough force to reliably actuate the switches even with the time spent trying to acclimatize, and I do make way more mistakes with an M than I normally would with other switch types. I may even be able to confidently say that I have had less difficulty acclimatizing to MX reds from stiff clickies than from other stiff clickies to membrane buckling spring. I think it is a general imbalance between the stiff spring weighting, the relatively light amount of tactility and the relatively low tactile event in the overall travel.

[attachimg=1]

I took a file to the right Alt key. Works for me. Quality control seems good. The molds are obviously not perfect, but I don't care. The only glaring imperfections are on the bottom of the case, where you'll never see it. The plate isn't nearly as thick as an early M, or even a lot of cheap MX plates. That also seems just about irrelevant, especially since you're going to destroy the plastic rivets before you manage to damage the plate anyway. A little more flexibility there may even help prevent the rivets from breaking in the first place. The case isn't as thick or solid as an old IBM board, but it isn't unreasonably thin or creaky either (though I'm not picky) for the price. Seems like a good board for the membrane buckling spring crowd.

Does anyone recognize this?

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/nHEbJhBh.jpg)


If someone knows what a Model F is, they'll probably at least assume it is something pretty uncommon/odd. Probably the best you could do for a stealth mode F though. Nice.

Have been using a Datacomp DFK-102 with blue Alps which I got few days ago.

That looks great. I have tried to snag a few of those. They always eluded me. I wish SKCM blue in good shape weren't like winning the lottery.

Show Image
My DD. (Daily Driver)

(https://i.postimg.cc/fyvrTnML/20210816-114100.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sGvcwLQd)


(https://i.postimg.cc/WbCynPXB/20210816-114701.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/svPKjbFm)

Also great, that leather cover is an awesome touch. The Wyse caps fit right in.

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/dmjpghQ.jpg)


Zebrawood GH60 casing and wrist rest. Makerdiary m60 - so I can use HJKL as arrow keys. Kailh silent box browns. SA ASCII code caps.

Keyboards always look right at home in wood cases for some reason.

Modern Dasher D60

That's absolutely beautiful.

First post, so hello! Here is a 40% build that I just finished, and the little bit of feedback that I have gotten has been negative of my aesthetic choices. What do you think?

You made it your own, and it looks good to me. It doesn't matter how it looks to anyone else if you like it.


This is a EDC:
My choc based "orthDIY" i am exploring for the many options of QMK before i settle with a layout i will dye sub on the MBK caps

The other TKM-2021 that is undergoing dye subbing of the XDA keycaps on Matias silent click switches (ALPS stem) - daily driver on PC #3

Looking good. I wish there were more experimentation and options for both Choc and Matias switches.

When it became apparent that Rukia wasnt going to ship anytime soon (if ever), I went out and bought an AV3. 
Board is basically done, other than I will be looking for blank spacebars to replace the OG fix.  Feel and sound are excellent, IV Works has an active community with an engaged creator.  Very happy with it.

Potato Pic:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/PUof60h.jpg)


Looks great. One of the few ergonomic designs I might not mind trying, and those contrasting colors are very sharp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kryshac on Mon, 18 October 2021, 17:39:39
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hobby_grade on Tue, 26 October 2021, 17:40:39
I'm back with some more stuff! I recently finished these two hand wired builds, and I am using the split board the most. 30% is hard to adapt to  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Tue, 26 October 2021, 18:02:48
[attach=1]
[attach=2]

Finished licking my wounds from the Rukia Rd.2 debacle & realized I still needed an Alice style board. Went with a E-white Meridian! POM plate, Durock V1 stabs (lubed with 205g0), Gateron milky top yellows stem swapped to Invyr PE stems (v1, b3)(lubed with 205g0) & spring swapped to 50g TX standard length springs (lubed with 105), then topped of with GMK Lux.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 28 October 2021, 09:32:45
No idea if I could ever get into any of that ergo stuff, but all of those boards posted recently look awesome.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PixelPlays__ on Sat, 30 October 2021, 16:46:46
Currently using a custom 60% built with Alps SKCM Oranges, and I love this board to death!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: grayboards on Sun, 31 October 2021, 22:56:08
 ʳᵃᶻᵉʳ ʷᶦᵗʰ ᵍʳᵉᵉⁿ ˢʷᶦᵗᶜʰᵉˢ

because my krytox hasnt come yet  :mad:
been waiting like 2 years to build my board because i live in south africa, and shipping is really annoying  :mad: :mad:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 01 November 2021, 07:39:49
Currently using a custom 60% built with Alps SKCM Oranges, and I love this board to death!

Looks great.  :thumb: That's one of the few popular Alps switches I think I have never even tried.

ʳᵃᶻᵉʳ ʷᶦᵗʰ ᵍʳᵉᵉⁿ ˢʷᶦᵗᶜʰᵉˢ

because my krytox hasnt come yet  :mad:
been waiting like 2 years to build my board because i live in south africa, and shipping is really annoying  :mad: :mad:

I used MX red and MX blue happily for years and years before I ever knew any better. What's wrong with waiting a little longer? Those Razer switches are made by Greetech or Kailh, and if I remember right, they both make some pretty bad clickies ... unfortunately. Even worse than Cherry.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nyihtway81 on Thu, 04 November 2021, 03:25:17
I've been using this for two years. Bought in Sept 2019. Still stock Gateron Red keys, lubed with PTFE, SuperMario themed XDA profile keycaps, Foam mod, and tape mod. The tape mod really makes a difference with the typing sound.

Just ordered a TM680 kit and Gateron Milky Yellow switches. That'd be a new project for next week. I'll come back later with the finished build.   

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: treeleaf64 on Thu, 04 November 2021, 07:55:08
Alps make me hungry for more, I must see how to get those again  I miss them
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 04 November 2021, 08:09:06

Alps SKCM Oranges


That's one of the few popular Alps switches I think I have never even tried.


You should. They are my 2nd favorite behind blue.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 04 November 2021, 11:58:32

Alps SKCM Oranges


That's one of the few popular Alps switches I think I have never even tried.


You should. They are my 2nd favorite behind blue.

You like them more than browns? I have some of those in an IBM medical terminal board, but I think they must need some cleaning (at a minimum).

I have had plenty of opportunities to pick up old Apple boards for cheap that had a good chance of containing oranges, but the layouts are usually terrible and I don't want to destroy a vintage board to harvest the switches.

Coincidentally, I just happened to switch over from that old Rosewill MX brown board I was test driving for a week to the Matias "quiet clicks" I have in the modified V80 I have posted here previously. Night and day. Even Matias tactiles are so much better in my opinion.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Joxe on Fri, 05 November 2021, 06:34:08
I bought my first customizable mechanical keyboard from Drop. Its my DD at the moment and love every bit of it. It's actually what got me into the beginning phases of the hobby.

Black Drop Ctrl Keyboard
Halo True Switches (About to be lubed TF up)
White Skylit Keycaps that were sold on the side.

Bought all the switch modding tools I need. Next up buying the sodder and onto BUILDING!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: JP911 on Sun, 14 November 2021, 13:54:13
Been using a FC660C for a good year now with stock domes, but recently swapped in 55g ones last week with a help of a friend - wow what a difference. Feels more "switch" like with a more pronounced on/off point. I think the stock typing experience is more smooth, but I like how tactile it feels now. I want to eventually try these domes with the silenced ring version.

(https://i.imgur.com/3tFOwtN.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/M7UqbCu.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: djuna_jr on Sun, 28 November 2021, 04:50:26
I'm using this bog standard DZ60 board in a pear flower wood case the most at the moment, with gateron silent yellows and a really nice feeling Apple II-style keycap set for extra nostalgia. 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: raiser237 on Mon, 29 November 2021, 13:46:04
(Attachment Link)

What an amazing style.
Seems very confortable!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dankthropod on Thu, 09 December 2021, 06:15:21
Home/work: Waiting for my KBD67 Lite r3 so I can put some gateron black inks :D, currently an epomaker niz atom TKL
Portable: Planck with keyfirst cream linears

I'm looking for an apple M0110a to convert to USB, although I'm not completely sure how I'm gonna do it, I'll probably daily drive it for a while.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Riverman on Thu, 09 December 2021, 11:11:12
TinkerBoy makes a USB adapter for the M0110A.  I recently bought an old Mac Plus just to get one of those keyboards.  It definitely brought back some memories of when I used to use one in my middle school's library, but boy are those things loud by today's standards.  I ran into an original Apple Extended Keyboard at a local computer surplus store, and tried it out.  It was so nice, but too loud for work.  For now I have a Topre PFU Limited Edition at the office.  No one can complain about the noise that one makes. :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dankthropod on Fri, 10 December 2021, 03:27:28
Yeah, I really want to dive deep into keyboard history, recently spotted an old soviet keyboard on ebay for only 70 dollars, but it probably sold, and I wasn't looking for such a big restoration...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: onlyabyte on Fri, 10 December 2021, 05:22:28
Hey guys, it's nothing much but it's something that I'm proud of. I've transformed a pretty bog-standard Tecware Phantom to something that has a bit more class without breaking the bank. :)

[attachimg=1 align=center]

It's rocking 45g linear switches that have been lubed. The case, plate and PCB have been padded with foam. I then plonked on some BoW PBT dye-sub keycaps which are nice and thick.

Types and sounds pretty nice now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dusan on Fri, 10 December 2021, 08:12:15
I'm using the keyboard.io Atreus with Gateron Pro Yellow switches, double shot PBT pseudo-Cherry profile keycaps.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: timw4mail on Fri, 10 December 2021, 08:40:03
I'm using a Matias Tactile Pro 4.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rafen on Fri, 10 December 2021, 18:34:15
Currently using a KBD67 Lite V3 with JWK Alpaca switches.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: maybejari on Sun, 12 December 2021, 15:41:52
Nothing special I'm using Epomaker SK61 and will probably get a 65% prebuilt keyboard that isn't expensive. Worked well for me.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kahlilnc on Mon, 13 December 2021, 16:54:42
My go to’s right now are my Mr Suit and Q1 until my mode65 comes in! I absolutely love my Mr. Suit though. Can’t get enough of it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: muxiphobia on Sun, 19 December 2021, 13:08:22
Varmilo x Ducky Miya Pro TKL
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Wed, 22 December 2021, 15:43:01
My home desk keyboard is a Akko 3084 World Tour Tokyo with a Bearbie and good old gateron browns.  Just rolled out my Winter Bunny deskmat to enhance the winter season experience.   :thumb:

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/172222807/original.jpg)

I realized that SA Nightlight would be a nice match with Winter Bunny.  GMMK TKL with my favorite Kailh Speed Bronze switches.  I also changed the light bulb to a nice "daylight" spectrum LED to enhance the icy blue. 

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/172222983/original.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Topweasel on Wed, 22 December 2021, 20:50:34
Currently using a KBD8X MK2, Brass plate, lubed and filmed (kind foam films) Ink Blacks V2, Durock smokey black V2 stabs (Holee modded with UHWM tape), Novel Keys WOB PBT keycaps.
I have a matching KBDpad as a macropad/numpad if needed.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211223/1dff912a50fe34b7c25ad3e79517e224.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: workspace on Fri, 24 December 2021, 05:13:52
This layout fits my needs just quite well; imagine that it allows easy typing in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German, pretty much painlessly. Most of the time, I write in Latex, some computational statistics in R and Python, plus the usual office stuff.


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/g9pnYnT.jpg)


I like the "Unix" Style Control Key position and this keyboard in general. On which Keyboard is this based, or is it a complete custom build?

Best wishes and merry Christmas
Ralf
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Fri, 24 December 2021, 09:42:51
[attachimg=1]
[attach=2]
Rocking my Jules again. Just swapped out the stock brass plate for a POM half plate & am really enjoying the results. It's still a stiff boy even with the half plate, but is so much softer feeling than with full brass plate.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pangorin on Tue, 29 March 2022, 09:54:45
Work & home: KBD67 MKII soldered ver.
A budget board with many advantages and the sound & typing feels is good enough for me!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Tue, 29 March 2022, 11:26:59
Work & home: KBD67 MKII soldered ver.
A budget board with many advantages and the sound & typing feels is good enough for me!

I usually have less in a whole board than the cost of those kits, lol. No pictures?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: granola bar enthusiast on Tue, 29 March 2022, 12:44:28
rn im using some crappy laptop keyboard but at home my current board is:
KBD67 Lite (matte black) w/ Mistel OEM PBT WoB Keycaps and some SP-Star Dark Magic Girl switches on an FR4 plate with a silicone dampanner under the PCB and some LD-PE foam since I liked how it brought out the sound without giving the full-on PE foam sound.
the 67lite is definitely not the best out there but I'm just using it rn cus I love the magic girl switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hzaexs on Tue, 29 March 2022, 18:39:22
I'm using the Keychron K6 with the GMK Bento keycaps, I'm planning to buy a QK65 Keyboard soon.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mr.Thompson on Wed, 30 March 2022, 14:22:47
I just starting using an Ergodash with Gateron Yellow Switches and Doubleshot PBT Keycaps.

After two days, I can say the switches are great, the layout requires a LOT of getting used to, and I miss having dedicated Fn keys. I realize now how much I use them and it's not as easy now...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Altis on Wed, 30 March 2022, 16:36:37
Mostly Topre Realforce 104 Hi Pro... love the 45g Topre and high profile keycap combination. When Mrs. Altis needs to sleep, I usually switch to the 87U 45g uniform.

IBM Model M SSK gets in the rotation quite frequently. I love using a keyboard that's only 6 weeks younger than I am in 2022  ;D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaesarAZealad on Sun, 03 April 2022, 12:21:21
Typing on my ASK right now. Hella weird layout, but these restored orange alps are sooooooooooo good :)
The brown banana is definitely worth the money I payed for it :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: rcaldejr on Sun, 03 April 2022, 20:58:10
Just got a HiFinger 75 up and running and I am definitely enjoying the layout a whole lot more than I thought I might. Forcing certain keys to a function layer put into perspective how little I am actually using certain characters, even though I try and always be grammatically correct, so it's been a lot of fun getting used to a different layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Sun, 03 April 2022, 21:04:37
Typing on my ASK right now. Hella weird layout, but these restored orange alps are sooooooooooo good :)
The brown banana is definitely worth the money I payed for it :D

They say Steve Jobs insisted on keeping that awful arrow key configuration. Not sure how accurate that is when the NeXT board went to something more conventional. There's a good reason old Alps boards are so expensive.

Just got a HiFinger 75 up and running and I am definitely enjoying the layout a whole lot more than I thought I might. Forcing certain keys to a function layer put into perspective how little I am actually using certain characters, even though I try and always be grammatically correct, so it's been a lot of fun getting used to a different layout.

Right shift is my go-to shift. That's an interesting idea though.

I'll try to return to the tradition of uploading a picture. This one needs no introduction or explanation:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaesarAZealad on Sun, 03 April 2022, 21:46:07
Right shift is my go-to shift.
Never in my life have I laid my hands on the right shift it's essentially a vestigial key for me :P
Even now that I'm learning how to touch type I still never touch it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hawkhandlerr on Sun, 03 April 2022, 22:55:49
Rekt1800
U4Ts
GMK Boneyard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 26 May 2022, 15:38:02
As is customary, I'm going to try to revive this thread. I recently finally did the popular thing and assembled a group buy kit board, the HMKB 65.

[attachimg=1]

I waited until I finally had the 40g Clickiez switches to potentially put into it. Initial testing in a hot swap board convinced me to solder those suckers into the HMKB. I used an Akko black & cyan ASA profile PBT cap set and Durock V2 stabs, since the stock boards do not support plate mount stabs. I don't care about lube and never will.

These switches may literally be contenders to dethrone Matias for best modern mass market clicky switches. They sound and feel better to me. I'll have to compare them to SKCM blues next. Haven't tried them in tactile configuration yet.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: FractalOne on Sun, 05 June 2022, 18:02:23
I have like 4 different once rn but using one from RAMA
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Mon, 06 June 2022, 08:49:51
I have like 4 different once rn but using one from RAMA

No pictures?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaesarAZealad on Mon, 06 June 2022, 08:51:07
Rekt1800
U4Ts
GMK Boneyard
Not gonna lie the REKT from that angle just looks like a keychron. Just another reason brutalism sucks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Tue, 07 June 2022, 16:47:13

  I just made my seasonal keyboard switch, from my Akko 3084 World Tour Tokyo to my GMMK TKL with MT3 Dwarvish with snappy Kailh Speed Bronze.

  I'm not a fan of the MT3 profile or the surface feel of the caps, but it works fine and both the Dwarvish and Elvish keycap sets look fabulous. 

 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Wed, 08 June 2022, 11:32:03
This[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 08 June 2022, 13:02:07
This

Looks good. Very clean/restrained.  :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 08 June 2022, 14:06:06
 same as before
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Wed, 08 June 2022, 15:10:57
This

Looks good. Very clean/restrained.  :thumb:


Good vibes!!—Thank you.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: richieekb on Wed, 08 June 2022, 15:57:08
Bakeneko60 with ktt mints
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mechendev on Wed, 08 June 2022, 16:16:24
I work from home but both are on my desk, one connected to my personal MacBook Pro and the other to my work Macbook pro.

Work: Keychron C1 w/ lubed and filmed Gateron Red switches, spring swapped with TX 62G long springs (205G0). Foam modded, stabs clipped and lubed. Stock keycaps.

Personal: KbdFans 5 degree with mauves on an FR4 plate, CannonKeys practice60 PCB, topped with GMK Red Samurai. Foam in the case.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flybeck on Wed, 08 June 2022, 17:03:01
Currently using a 60% prototype. I gotta say, coming from a 75, 60 takes some timmeeee to get used to.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Thu, 09 June 2022, 02:09:19
Currently using a 60% prototype. I gotta say, coming from a 75, 60 takes some timmeeee to get used to.

Yep, I've been TKL user and in last few month or so, I'm trying to get used to HHKB. Pain...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Thu, 09 June 2022, 14:55:27
Currently using a 60% prototype. I gotta say, coming from a 75, 60 takes some timmeeee to get used to.

Picture?

Full size, tkl, 75 and 65 are interchangeable to me. I don't ever use any of the extra keys on the bigger boards. 60 is a no-go though.

same as before

I never get tired of seeing that abomination. It looks like something straight out of a 1970s sci-fi movie. You always tempt me to get an F122.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 09 June 2022, 20:25:25

You always tempt me to get an F122.

If you do, leave the top off. Maybe you will get a deal because the top is the first thing that breaks.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Sent on Thu, 09 June 2022, 21:45:54
Back to the old faithful...LZ-SK.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Fri, 10 June 2022, 03:04:04
Here is my pair of Bostons:
[attachimg=1]
The upper is my first one, Hako True switches and MT3 Suswatari with some SA Row1 for the extra keys. This one lives at the office.
The lower one is my home board, Mil-Maxed, Kalih pale blue clickbar switches and /dev/tty MT3 keys (Base, Numpad and Extras kits)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Fri, 10 June 2022, 03:27:24
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52134684768_9e40900357_b.jpg)

Current board is a LW-67 by Laneware
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 10 June 2022, 08:06:47
Here is my pair of Bostons:

The upper is my first one, Hako True switches and MT3 Suswatari with some SA Row1 for the extra keys. This one lives at the office.
The lower one is my home board, Mil-Maxed, Kalih pale blue clickbar switches and /dev/tty MT3 keys (Base, Numpad and Extras kits)

Looking good. I have always loved that industrial look of exposed hardware like screws.

Show Image
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52134684768_9e40900357_b.jpg)


Current board is a LW-67 by Laneware
  • GreenDoorGeeks POM plate
  • StupidFish 0.5mm PE foam
  • StupidFish 2mm case foam
  • StupidFish 3mm plate foam
  • KBDfans 0.2mm stab pad foam
  • Sp Star Magic Girl switches lubed with Tribosys 3202
  • Owlab stabs tuned with dielectric grease
  • GMK Belafonte caps
  • P3D artisan knob
  • PoppaCap artisan cap
  • Force break mod using strips of KBDfans 0.2mm stab pad foam
  • MechCables custom cable
  • Pwnage Ergo wireless mouse

That looks great too. I hadn't even heard of the LW-67. Definitely something I would be tempted by if it were maybe half the price. lol
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Sat, 11 June 2022, 01:41:06

That looks great too. I hadn't even heard of the LW-67. Definitely something I would be tempted by if it were maybe half the price. lol

Thanks. If you are interested extras go on sale in like 22 minutes (6/11). But I guess they had an issue with a batch of PCBs not working so were told extra PCBs will be hard to come by.

I personally love this board. Gasket mount. Virtually no ping which I find surprising in a 2-piece aluminum case. I personally require a knob for a daily board and I just loved the set up with the 3 extra keys under the knob. I love this thing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Flybeck on Sat, 11 June 2022, 02:40:16

Here she is.
Currently using a 60% prototype. I gotta say, coming from a 75, 60 takes some timmeeee to get used to.

Picture?

Full size, tkl, 75 and 65 are interchangeable to me. I don't ever use any of the extra keys on the bigger boards. 60 is a no-go though.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: controller-works on Sat, 11 June 2022, 19:05:34
(https://i.imgur.com/SEERY8R.jpeg)
Corne DC "Double Chocolate"
Corne variant that support Kailh Chocolate v1 and v2 switches. The bottom plate is done in a shine through "PCB art" style. This is all of our design, inspired by the original Corne by Foostan.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marchioness on Thu, 16 June 2022, 02:43:01
My Realforce 91U arrived from Japan today!

I've always wanted this specific model for years, but I didn't really want to pay that much at the time (I found it for around $90 USD on Amazon Japan).
I've been using a Realforce 108U for the past few years, but it took up a bit too much desk space with the numpad.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 16 June 2022, 08:55:44
My Realforce 91U arrived from Japan today!

I've always wanted this specific model for years, but I didn't really want to pay that much at the time (I found it for around $90 USD on Amazon Japan).
I've been using a Realforce 108U for the past few years, but it took up a bit too much desk space with the numpad.


It is a very interesting layout.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Darthbaggins on Fri, 17 June 2022, 14:51:35
Board I'm running at work - Ducky 9008G2 (Overclock.net Edition w/ MX-Blacks):
(https://i.imgur.com/tYTvEkp.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: primordial on Wed, 29 June 2022, 05:34:12
leopold fc980m, best keyboard ever. Just wish it was hot swappable so i could put in aqua kings in it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 29 June 2022, 10:03:19

I never get tired of seeing that abomination. It looks like something straight out of a 1970s sci-fi movie. You always tempt me to get an F122.

Way out of reach for me price-wise, but this would tempt me to put the top back on it :

https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?p=505126#p505126 (https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?p=505126#p505126)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RickyJ on Fri, 15 July 2022, 23:47:35
I started a new job so I've had to slightly rearrange.

My beloved GH60 with 67g Zealios is now hooked up to the work laptop so I don't kill coworkers over the mic.
Poker with MX Greens is pulled out of hibernation and hooked up to my main PC. I do love the heavy switches but could use some less toy-ish clicks if I'm going to click.
Leopold TKL with MX Browns is at my elec workbench PC where I've also set up the work laptop. They feel scratchy compared to the delicious Zealios and heavy Greens.

I've been wanting to get a *gulp* fullsize with heavy tactiles to use for work, I'll be needing a numpad and my Adesso USB one is too light and flies around. A nice Ducky One 3 with MX Clears may just fill that bill, I haven't dailied Clears in probably 10 years now but I really enjoyed them. I'm not sure what else there is without breaking the bank, I'd love to drop more Zealios into something but Canada is limited.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Homiezoned on Mon, 18 July 2022, 02:51:27
HHKB Pro 2 all day every day
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: knightjp on Fri, 22 July 2022, 13:46:44
Currently using a Bastron Glass keyboard.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VanguardAce on Mon, 08 August 2022, 13:50:18
For work I've got an off the shelf Ducky One2SF with Kailh Box Brown switches.  Most likely going to replace it with my current home board, a Drop ALT/Holy Panda X (yeah, I changed the stabs). 

Got a Zoom65 coming this month and a Mode Sonnet later this year.  Then I have some decisions to make...:D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: daviddgm on Tue, 09 August 2022, 17:23:01
PSD60 with carbon fiber plate and gateron yellow

LM60 with brass plate and akko radiant red
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Fri, 12 August 2022, 03:49:01
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52280344041_d5f1e86b92_b.jpg)

LW-67
StupidFish 3mm plate foam
GreenDoorGeeks 0.5mm PE foam
GreenDoorGeeks POM plate
Gateron Azure Dragons
TX 1.6mm stabilizers
GMK Modern Dolch 2 Mist
P3D Abalone resin knob
MechCables custom usb-c
ePBT Aesthetic deskmat
Title: archiss quattro tkl
Post by: atarione on Fri, 12 August 2022, 19:52:01
Obviously need to use it more than 1/2 hr (and it took me a ~minute to figure out how to get the JIS format working in Windows 11.. but whatever it works now.

Ordered this late Monday from amazon japan DHL dropped it off at my house this afternoon ~2pm not bad... turnaround..    I`m liking it so far however the JIS format is a bit of an adjustment apparently?   If I wasn`t a idiot I`d have just order the ISO version.. but I didn`t get where I am in life by being smart...   I guess?

Blah blah ::  ARCHISS Quattro TKL w/ trackpoint(JIS) mx-browns, key caps are dyesub PBT .. going to put some o-rings on it I think ... I swear to god I can`t tell the difference between mx-browns and reds... which is fine because I like reds... but browns feel really similar?

 [attach=1][attach=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Sat, 13 August 2022, 06:11:46

Pointer-nub, trackball and 70s-looking audio looking stuff - very interesting desktop
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Sat, 13 August 2022, 06:40:26

  KAM Wraith on a basic Kono 84 keyboard with Kailh Speed Bronze, on a Lugoo Deer in the Woods deskmat.  It was a pleasant surprise that KAM Wraith matched this deskmat so well.  I probably should have stowed the pink USB cord for the photo though, LOL.

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/172869873/original.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Sat, 13 August 2022, 11:25:10

Pointer-nub, trackball and 70s-looking audio looking stuff - very interesting desktop

Thanx..I`m left handed and I got back and forth on left / right handed mice /trackball. here is a picture of my desk the other day with my Filco MJ2 TKL (mx-red) ...

[attach=1][attach=2]

I also like vintage audio gear a bit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Fri, 19 August 2022, 15:41:11
HHKB Pro Classic in Charcoal with stamped keycaps (i know i know, i thought the layout would be harder to get used to so i didnt get blanks but i regret it now), stock sliders lubed with krytox 105 (i know its a weird choice of lube) and BKE Redux v2 Light domes with des #3 silencing rings  :cool:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PlayBox on Fri, 19 August 2022, 16:23:08
generic 5$ keyboard that my brother bought before he got his keyboard
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: th3_outs1d3r on Tue, 23 August 2022, 22:35:18
I am just getting started but my daily driver is a Razer Blackwidow (I know) but I am open to suggestions for my first built keyboard.

Cheers.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 01 September 2022, 10:36:47
Back to using my Realforce RGB with (R6) HONEYB keycaps:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Thu, 01 September 2022, 17:52:27
Looks classic and classy!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Morbii on Thu, 01 September 2022, 21:58:03
Currently using a GMMK pro, but there's a brand new Bubble75 in the other room ready to be put together :x
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: advan031 on Fri, 02 September 2022, 15:14:25
I rotate between a QK65, Tiger80 and Keychron Q1.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ArchDill on Fri, 02 September 2022, 15:19:42
Black hhkb bt, Lubed Realforce Purple silent sliders and Realforce 55g domes. I have Topre 9009 with hangul.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Wed, 07 September 2022, 05:13:54
Nom60 stacked acrylic case by Qlavier
DZ60 v2 PCB
Azure Dragons lubed with TriboSys 3203
Durock v2 stabs tuned with dielectric grease
IFK Delight pbt caps

I bought the caps a while ago. Then when I saw the GB for the acrylic case I knew I had to put the two together. I was late to the GB and missed this pastel cyan. Then extras launched and I was luck enough to be able to get one so now Im going to sell the frosted black Nom60 I have and keep this one.

Anyone interested in a black Nom60 (it will be fully built) keep an eye out on mechmarket.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52308767422_04867a6c62_b.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52309730518_ce9f46682a_b.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52308766882_eebf247600_b.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52309791930_8c74070728_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: amigastar on Wed, 07 September 2022, 09:47:26
I'm using a Monterey Mtek K104 with White Alps. Keyboard sounds so delicious.
(https://i.imgur.com/BYfC6Y1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mCcBJcO.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Wed, 07 September 2022, 15:01:57
Back to using my Realforce RGB with (R6) HONEYB keycaps:

(Attachment Link)

Beautiful :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: PlayBox on Wed, 07 September 2022, 16:47:39
redragon k552 with akko rose reds, tape modded, case foam, band-aid modded and holee modded (spacebar)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Sun, 11 September 2022, 01:28:08
White Bakeneko60 with hyperglide cherry blacks and gmk hennessey :D (soon to be crp xerox  ;))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bamm on Mon, 12 September 2022, 12:43:42
I got the same board. It was my first "mechanical" board.  I desoldered all the switches and soldered in Zeal Zilents v2. Best thing I ever did in my life so far.  Definitely took a long time. Next board will def be hot swappable.

leopold fc980m, best keyboard ever. Just wish it was hot swappable so i could put in aqua kings in it
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Fri, 16 September 2022, 07:54:48
Lenovo Thinkpad Yoga keyboard because I'm at school and didn't feel like bringing my HHKB today.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TheMastermind on Fri, 16 September 2022, 11:17:50
Having to use my R1 Satisfaction 75 since my XENO Supposedly just died?  :'( Satisfaction has standard Holypandas that should have been lubed but oh well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Bigtailcat on Mon, 19 September 2022, 03:34:35
Keychron Q2 for everyday work.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mazmatig on Mon, 19 September 2022, 11:13:07
RAMA M65-B YOLK | RAMA Zenith KURO | RAMA KARA HAZE right now. Just got into this hobby recently. And more keyboards are on the way.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: magicmulder on Tue, 20 September 2022, 05:22:16
Idobao ID87 Crystal (just arrived, not built yet), Apple A1016.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evidentLEE on Mon, 26 September 2022, 13:18:14
Exclusive E7-V2 (E-white)
GMK Deku
Gateron Ink Red lubed withy Krytox 205g0
C3 Equalz Stabilizers lubed with Trybosis 3204
Custom Logitech G Pro Superlight by @leonardodamouse
Custom wrist wrest and coaster by @cablecult
Coiled cable by @cablemod
Artisans by @keyforge and @archetype_mk

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[attachimg=8]
https://vimeo.com/753990644 (https://vimeo.com/753990644) https://vimeo.com/754001873 (https://vimeo.com/754001873)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 27 September 2022, 07:41:35
Whoa!
I would have to wear my sunglasses to work at that desk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evidentLEE on Tue, 27 September 2022, 07:45:26
Whoa!
I would have to wear my sunglasses to work at that desk.

It's just lighting I used for the pictures. LOL. If my room was that bright all the time my eyes would bleed.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RickyJ on Sat, 01 October 2022, 14:11:28
I haven't had any time to sit down and use it much yet, but I built myself a new board. When the rest of the parts arrive I'll dig back into it, but for now I have to test it and make sure the PCB is ok.

GMMK Pro silver
68g U4T pearl
Cherry plate / GOAT frankenstabs for now because the stock stabs bind even when dry
HK dyesubs as my old GMK/Imsto kits don't have the smaller keys I need. My wife got me Totoro keys for it though!

Have a Hype FR4 plate and Durock V2 stabs to go in this when my D65 poron strips arrive from kbdfans. I have a modern lube selection for the switches as well.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pretendo on Sun, 16 October 2022, 19:57:42
Typing on my IBM F122, which has been my go-to for the last five years.

I had a brief fling with a Corsair K63 Wireless MX Red board, but it didn't last long.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: delacruxkeys on Sat, 22 October 2022, 00:21:13
my first custom!

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KPrepublic CSTC40
XDA 9009 keycaps
Gateron Milky Yellow switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Sun, 23 October 2022, 00:25:24

The sad little pieces of junk we have to use at work due to a tight workspace - I think they're intended to be used in rackmount pull-out trays.

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/173090837/original.jpg)


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CommonCurt on Sun, 23 October 2022, 04:29:23
(https://i.imgur.com/JTpjybS.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: caughtquick on Wed, 26 October 2022, 00:08:17
Keychron Q1 with Gateron Cream Soda Samples (wrong spring) and MT3 Cyber I picked up on BOGO. Liking it so far.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BareSphereMass on Wed, 26 October 2022, 19:13:01
At work I use a $10 HP 104 key.  Its awful.

At home I use a Prime_Meridian with ZealPC Clickiez switches.
MT3 LotR key caps, and GMK Civilization.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Sun, 30 October 2022, 20:18:58
Space65 Shadow w/ FR4 plate, GMK Striker r2, Gat Black Inks v2 stock, and C3 Stabs lubed with Krytox & dielectric grease. Love how springy it feels with the gaskets mounted in the underside position and no foam used.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: BareSphereMass on Sun, 30 October 2022, 21:29:13
Nice Sebenza, is that your favorite knife?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: SpinningHook on Sun, 30 October 2022, 22:42:56
Nice Sebenza, is that your favorite knife?

Given how much I paid for it, I would love to say yes, but I much prefer to EDC the Benchmade Mini Adamas that's right in front of the Space65's right hand side. Much easier to one hand open and close with the axis lock. Maybe I will change my mind once the Sebenza is a bit more broken in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pretendo on Mon, 31 October 2022, 09:56:20
Here's my F122:

(https://i.imgur.com/YpXS2ET.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tYyMWrP.jpg)

I'm sporting a very lightly modified layout:

(https://i.imgur.com/jYWMOdN.jpg)

- Left shift has been duplicated onto the button between it and 'Z'
- The numerical pad has been restored to near modern with borrowed keys from an early model M (blank keys are both '+'.)
- Ctrl + Alt keys are also restored and borrowed from the M.
- Aside from housing the Esc key and upper nav cluster keys, the left hand cluster has a few macros mapped into it. Setup is a modifier that accesses media keys in the Fn key cluster. Help is the Windows key, print/p,lay/erase are copy/paste/cut. The blank key brings up the calculator.
- F13-24 are mapped to Shift + F1-12. This was useful to me in my work as an iSeries developer, and emulated the original intention of those keys in green screen terminal emulators.
- The center button in the cross nav is another modifier. If held down, the left and right arrow keys become page up/down, the up and down keys become home/end, and the nav cluster above it is assigned to browsing key combos, such as positioning the cursor in the URL bar, opening and closing tabs, etc.

I wanted to leave the layout of the board as intact as possible, while also making it liveable. Some keys I left with the wrong legends, like the full stop and comma keys, the ISO enter (field exit), and the 1 and 6 keys. These do work as you'd expect on a modern board, but the M keys looked a bit out of place when swapped in (the numbers on the F122 are smaller than on the M, and the keys sit at an ever so slightly different height.)  I could get away with the numpad because I swapped over the whole thing, and the Ctrl+alt keys because they're isolated. Esc and Scroll lock are the only ones that are mixed in with the original keys, but you have to look pretty hard to see the difference due to the placement.

I personally don't mind the ISO enter. I know it can be swapped, and I've had the opportunity to do it, but I think it's fine as-is.

The only thing I've thought about doing is swapping the tilde key to the second left shift, and the Esc key to the tilde position. This would be purely for the aesthetic of having all dark keys at the borders of the board. The tilde key in its current placement bothers my OCD a little bit.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Tue, 01 November 2022, 04:26:48
  Akko Cinnamoroll edition 3068 65%.  This has Akko jelly blues which are too resistive for me.  IIRC the board is hotswap so I'll eventually fix that with Kailh Speed Bronze. 

  Froggo deskmat from Kinetic Labs(?)

  Cantoclicks dim sum cart full of yummy artisans.   

  Some nice old pocket watches from a century back to keep it real. 

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/173115653/original.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NassimO on Mon, 14 November 2022, 14:14:30
I'm using a Monterey Mtek K104 with White Alps. Keyboard sounds so delicious.

Amazing
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: iLLucionist on Wed, 21 December 2022, 12:31:39
since today, kinesis advantage 360
it's not topre, but it's ergo and feels good on the wrist

way more comfy than my moonlander tho
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Mon, 26 December 2022, 05:35:14

  Unmounted MT3 Dwarvish from my black GMMK to mount my new SA 8010 set.  My fingers are happiest tapping on SA. 

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/173260011/original.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pangorin on Wed, 04 January 2023, 09:02:32
Keyboard: MW65 (stacked acrylic), gasket mounted
Switch: Gateron Milky Green KS3X47, Payson 67g spring
Keycap: JCStudio PBT Hebrew

Despite being a daily driver, this keyboard surprised me. Lightweight, good typing feel, and cheap as dirt.

(https://imgur.com/a/gUvZ8co)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tempest790 on Wed, 04 January 2023, 10:38:08
At both work and home, I'm using Topre Realforce RGB keyboards with aftermarket white PBT keycaps. Both boards have the stock Topre domes replaced with BKE Ultra Light domes. Absolute joy to type on.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Thu, 05 January 2023, 09:09:31
Modded Realforce R2 TKL 55g with SA Filco keycaps :)

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Pandarose_ on Fri, 06 January 2023, 16:20:21
currently using a Sesame(fr4 sandwich alice board) with lubed akko matcha greens, love it but waiting for microcontroller board to arrive so i can build my 40% split low profile board
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: QuantumKeys on Sun, 08 January 2023, 19:17:43
Just built a Keycult No2 TKL so using that, but I have a lot of RAMA boards as well I like to use. Mainly my Koyu tank or M65 PC
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Findecanor on Mon, 09 January 2023, 02:51:53
MS Windows' touchscreen keyboard, because my Bluetooth keyboard died...
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RitzyKraken on Wed, 11 January 2023, 12:38:43
I’m not much into building keyboards, but I’m using a Keychron Q5 with Chosfox Voyager switches. Fits all my needs.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: RitzyKraken on Wed, 11 January 2023, 12:39:50
Right now I’m using an Apple Magic keyboard. I wouldn’t say it’s magic. But it’s alright for my iPad
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Mandan on Thu, 12 January 2023, 11:48:27
IBM Model F/AT with various remapped keys.  I haven't done the M spacebar mod yet; that'll give me a left backspace and an alt-gr.

"There can be only one."
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: livewirerc on Tue, 17 January 2023, 16:08:42
Neverest 60 from Deskeys.io. Kinda flew under the radar, but it's a 100% complete custom ec kit in true HHKB layout (off-center 6u spacebar with blockers), and all components save keycaps made by deskeys.

Apparently caps are soon to follow.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: vice on Thu, 19 January 2023, 10:23:22
I'm using a Masterworks Classy TKL (WKL) with authentic Vintage Black switches! The type feel and sound signature sound amazing, I love it!

I recently bought a Cloud White Satisfaction 75 that I can't wait to build, but i'm still undecided on what switches to go with.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Amalhaby on Mon, 23 January 2023, 04:55:10
At home I use Keychron C1 87, and at work Logitech k120. This is one of the tortures, constantly switching from a good keyboard to a terrible one)))
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Aethelberht on Tue, 24 January 2023, 23:51:06
My current daily driver is Ottantaquattro
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NewbieOneKenobi on Fri, 27 January 2023, 14:34:29
Right now: CoolerMaster MK730 (MasterKeys tenkeyless reedition), Cherry browns
Broke this week: Modecom Volcano Blade, choc blues (Kailh low-profile) — this is almost identical to Sharkoon Purewriter

Considering next: Logitech G815, Purewriter w/reds.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dellmodelm on Sun, 29 January 2023, 11:57:22
At home I use Keychron C1 87, and at work Logitech k120. This is one of the tortures, constantly switching from a good keyboard to a terrible one)))

Interesting, those 2 specific keyboards are actually in my work-from-home keyboard locker, along with the following:


The Omen was my first-ever official mechanical keyboard purchase (acquired at the beginning of 2022 at Best Buy when it was $99), and it's still my 2nd favorite keyboard (after the Dell). I grabbed the Keychron C1 direct from Keychron (it's RGB, Gateron reds, not hotswappable) when I had seen a lot of positive reviews and videos. I used the C1 for a while, but coming from a board (Omen) with genuine Cherry MX reds, I realized MXs have their own unique feel (at least to me) and the Gaterons don't. Just something... off... about the way the Gaterons feel that I don't like.

I don't really use the Vortex for anything; it just sits in a drawer.

Which leaves the Logitech K120. This was my daily driver for 20+ years.* It got me through college, grad school, and numerous jobs, most especially my last "important" job. The K120 was so ingrained into my psyche that in my mind, it was (and still is) the very definition of a computer keyboard. I had 2 models, an old/early one that I've owned since at least the late '90s (its serial number is engraved into the plastic on the back), and one I bought in 2017 from Walmart (serial number is on a cheap sticker) that cost under $15 and I wound up donating to Goodwill. I still have the super-old K120 and pull it out every now and then to type something on it.

(The older and newer K120s look identical from the front, but I swear there was a huge difference in the way they felt to type on, with the older one being a lot better.)

I changed jobs after the pandemic and started doing audio (podcast) editing, mainly working nights to have podcasts ready to drop the next day. I needed a backlit keyboard, so that meant replacing the K120 with the Omen Encoder. Then I decided to try out TKL, so got the Keychron, then wanted a TKL with genuine MXs, so picked up the Vortex. Then, decided I didn't like TKLs after all, went back to the Omen, then wanted something with a heavier switch, so started looking for a keyboard with MX blacks (heavier than MX reds), couldn't find a board with MX blacks that looked like a good buy, then wound up with this model M, which is heavier than MX blacks.

In the end, here's what I learned:

-- I like heavier switches (but have never tried Cherry MX blacks because I can't find a board for sale anywhere that looks decent).
-- I prefer full-sized to TKL.
-- RGB is overrated.

*Online sources site the year-of-release of the K120 as 2012, but I swear I was using the K120 or some direct ancestor as far back as the mid-1990s.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Nerif on Sun, 29 January 2023, 15:01:14
Razer Blackwidow 2016 with Greetech Razer Oranges. Somehow I really enjoy using it.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: diqkiq on Tue, 31 January 2023, 09:45:40
Skeleton TKL, phantom pcb, DSS keycaps,(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230131/0b7a0b18e30cf567d8541bc70b0443fe.jpg)

Sent from my Pixel 6 Pro using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Fri, 03 February 2023, 06:05:37
Brane Minus from CoffeeBreak Keyboards.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52649658378_0eabbd8cd1_b.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52649444564_303be41cea_b.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52649658438_1d18f82df5_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Karley Bruen on Fri, 03 February 2023, 06:41:13
I am currently using a Logitech K360 wireless keyboard. It's a great keyboard with a slim design, comfortable keys, and a good range of features. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sovyrrab on Sat, 11 February 2023, 19:42:40
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It's refined, like a cold war era tank doing a burn-out in a swamp.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mechendev on Mon, 13 February 2023, 00:58:59
Work: Loga Yaksa Pro: Printstream Editiion TKL w/ GMK Red Samurai - Gateron Reds
Home: KBDFans 5º w/ Drop x Marvel Black Panther MT3 - Mauve Switches
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: NKay on Tue, 14 February 2023, 23:38:33
Current : Jris65, tmt story, s2 v2 snow
Soon : QK75, epbt sniper, gazzew u4t

Still waiting for my qk and epbt sniper :(
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CyCo on Wed, 15 February 2023, 04:11:44
Return my Drop CTRL coz of the angle and the lack of 5 pin switch support. Back to razer, until i start assembling some boards that got delivered
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Wed, 15 February 2023, 23:10:08
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It's refined, like a cold war era tank doing a burn-out in a swamp.

Great boards. The newer ones anyway. They fit in the Aliexpress aluminum TKL cases (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/2251832431251957.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.5.3514713901TRNW&algo_pvid=54abb6f4-be93-402b-99fa-e4a00f6b72de&algo_exp_id=54abb6f4-be93-402b-99fa-e4a00f6b72de-2&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22sku_id%22%3A%2259629527306%22%7D&pdp_npi=3%40dis%21USD%21138.7%21124.83%21%21%21%21%21%40210213c816765239619472327d06e0%2159629527306%21sea%21US%210&curPageLogUid=k3NSVycFoniS) if you're interested.

Matias switches need a revival.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaesarAZealad on Fri, 17 February 2023, 16:18:56
Matias switches need a revival.
Did they ever fix the issues people had with them? I'd get them to try myself but I don't particularly like clicky alps, and I'm not gonna spend any of my money on their god awful proprietary boards they come in.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Maledicted on Fri, 17 February 2023, 18:26:51
Matias switches need a revival.
Did they ever fix the issues people had with them? I'd get them to try myself but I don't particularly like clicky alps, and I'm not gonna spend any of my money on their god awful proprietary boards they come in.

Yes, they did. Probably years ago now since I have a random smattering of their boards I bought used and they all work perfectly. I have multiple threads on here about current Matias QC and reliability. Here's the recent one specifically about the switches and boards/firmware (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=119345.msg3152020#msg3152020).

What's wrong with their "proprietary" boards? Their tactiles and "linears" are awesome too if you don't like clicky Alps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Subdromat on Fri, 07 April 2023, 03:54:46
Filco TKL with brown cherry switches, casemod and ISO-DE PBT keycaps

(https://www.linkpicture.com/q/Screenshot-2023-04-07-103526_2.jpg) (https://www.linkpicture.com/view.php?img=LPic642fd9af885bf1173942825)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: KiserDesigns on Fri, 07 April 2023, 12:35:36
Current: QAZpad in a P3DStore stacked acrylic case, FR4 plate, Durock L2 switches, DSA Red Velvet
[attachimg=1]

Future: Monorail FR4 Skeleton Kit, Durock L2 switches, DSS Carpinteria
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaesarAZealad on Fri, 07 April 2023, 14:19:24
Here is my pair of Bostons:
(Attachment Link)
The upper is my first one, Hako True switches and MT3 Suswatari with some SA Row1 for the extra keys. This one lives at the office.
The lower one is my home board, Mil-Maxed, Kalih pale blue clickbar switches and /dev/tty MT3 keys (Base, Numpad and Extras kits)
OOOOOH boston posting time? Here's my ALU one ^^
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/789186261885517827/1093964625520889928/IMG_4202.jpg)
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/789186261885517827/1093964624996618261/IMG_4204.jpg)
And here it is in my dorm!
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/310038690099494922/1087929998771490897/IMG_3827.jpg)
(That illumination is just from the lock lights btw)
It's got Zeal PC clickiez and DCS SolDark on it :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Raw Studio on Fri, 14 April 2023, 02:57:09
My very first is NJ68 + CMK WOB + Blue Kailh Box
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1004421812345647145/1096343173233647716/z4264181301608_656856a6b3caaf3d4a19e4f9140c94d0.jpg)

Now is
Zoom65 wireless
Boba U4T
Domikey WOB
Android Artisan Esc
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1004421812345647145/1096342738032664636/z4264181330126_277f0e94c7cf761f61d9a799c65a3725.jpg)

Pretty satisfy with this build
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: WimWalther on Sat, 15 April 2023, 12:28:42
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BTC-5100C, Dark gray PS/2 version.

Had this particular one for.. 10+ years?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jcoffin1981 on Fri, 28 April 2023, 23:22:15
I'm using a Drop ALT with Gateron Brown RGB's, Molykote EM-30L lube, Sprit 60g springs, and Akko Cherry Profile keycaps.  Akko makes super high quality keycaps, though I prefer OEM.  Oh, durock stabilizers.  I love this grease.  It is much more cost effective than the more commonly used-  I $10 jar is enough for a lifetime.  IMHO it is superior as well.  It is thick so you need only a very small amount.

The Drop keyboards are OK.  I am using it because I only use flat keyboards, or very low angle and there are so few that do this. 

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Terrysko on Mon, 01 May 2023, 00:16:45
Since I have only used an IBM Model M for a long time, I was forced to switch to a different keyboard last year due to a new machine. Since then, the Cherry G80-3000 with blue MX switches has been my primary keyboard. For the second monitor I have now ordered a Filco Majestouch-2 TKL with brown Cherry MX switches, which is currently in the mail. Alternatively, another keyboard (WASD V3 87-Key Custom with blue Cherry MX switches) is being planned, but its purchase has not yet been decided.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Mon, 01 May 2023, 19:10:33
My love of my 8~ish year old Filco Majestouch 2 TKL (mx-reds) w/ vortex PBT keycaps remains undiminished.     I had been using a Archiss Quattro TKL (mx-brown) for awhile, but I have switched back to the Filco, which just feels fantastic even after 8yrs or so of more or less constant use.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: hvontres on Tue, 02 May 2023, 02:40:20
Here is my pair of Bostons:
(Attachment Link)
The upper is my first one, Hako True switches and MT3 Suswatari with some SA Row1 for the extra keys. This one lives at the office.
The lower one is my home board, Mil-Maxed, Kalih pale blue clickbar switches and /dev/tty MT3 keys (Base, Numpad and Extras kits)
OOOOOH boston posting time? Here's my ALU one ^^

It's got Zeal PC clickiez and DCS SolDark on it :)
Dang, that looks nice. I tried some clickiez, but I just couldn't get myself to get enough of them to fill a Boston. How are you liking them? I think I am going to swap out the Hako's in my black one for some more light blues. I'll probably bring my home board into the office to see if anyone notices :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Terrysko on Tue, 02 May 2023, 06:55:43
My love of my 8~ish year old Filco Majestouch 2 TKL (mx-reds) w/ vortex PBT keycaps remains undiminished.
By the way, your hi-fi system looks very nice in the background, it seems to be from the mid-1970s. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Wed, 03 May 2023, 08:54:36
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52783453178_a81f2fc072_h.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52782992501_9a57eaa3bd_h.jpg)

My endgame is complete. Took two tries to get a combo I am super happy with. Since the photo I have changed the switches from stock Boba U4Ts to JWK Taros lubed with Tribosys 3203. I've removed all the foam including the pcb foam and added the keebmat tape mod which is a really nice clear adhesive backing for a pcb. Worked to patch together the slits in the PCB and prevent PCB shorting now that there is no case foam (i dont know if that was going to be an issue but now its stopped before it starts). Still using the POM plate and cherry stabs. It sound so marbley now and the alphas are super creamy. Also replaced the caps lock switch with a box jade because why not?

Still piecing together a 3 artisan combo for the right side macro column but I think I finally found the perfect color Kolk.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Wed, 03 May 2023, 10:04:10

My endgame is complete.


Ha ha ha - famous last words.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Thu, 04 May 2023, 05:50:42
Quote
Ha ha ha - famous last words.

Nah. Ive been in this hobby long enough to know the kind of rabbit hole it is. This is my 20th board and I still have 3 more on the way. I need to make homes for a few more of my favorite sets... namely Cherry Spellbook which will go on my Zoom65, DSS Lightcycle which will go on my Curio, and GMK Digital Nightmare will go on my Envoy. I still have GMK DMG, GMK NTD, GMK Terror Below, and GMK Metropolis to make homes for as well. I can see myself throwing either DMG or NTD on my Dash75 and selling GMK Redacted. And I can see myself selling GMK Metropolis as well. So I will likely buy 2 or 3 more boards before I stop buying stuff. And I'll probably keep buying cool artisans.

A while ago I thought I knew what my endgame was. And 20 boards later Ive gone in a direction I did not expect to go and I have a board that has become perfect in every way. Unless I become a snobby alps lover I think Im going to be using this board for a long time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: marksen on Thu, 04 May 2023, 07:55:54
My love of my 8~ish year old Filco Majestouch 2 TKL (mx-reds) w/ vortex PBT keycaps remains undiminished.
By the way, your hi-fi system looks very nice in the background, it seems to be from the mid-1970s. :thumb:

To my eyes it looks like a Monarch which would be early 80s or possibly late 70s. (But I could be wrong, it's happened before.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: zslane on Thu, 04 May 2023, 20:29:20
Giving this layout a try. Having trouble adapting to the bizarre location of the nav cluster keys. It doesn't help that I don't have them in Row 0 profile.

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NuPhy Halo 96 with Rose Glacier (tactile) switches and MT3 Dasher keycaps.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Marboard on Fri, 05 May 2023, 14:26:09
Romeo 40 with Kailh Blacks, I wan't the number row back.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Fri, 05 May 2023, 16:48:10
Giving this layout a try. Having trouble adapting to the bizarre location of the nav cluster keys. It doesn't help that I don't have them in Row 0 profile.

  I think it looks fine and even suitably retro to have uneven keycap profiles over in the corner.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 05 May 2023, 20:44:40

suitably retro to have uneven keycap profiles over in the corner.


Photo from NASA Museum in Huntsville, Alabama.


Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Terrysko on Mon, 08 May 2023, 05:36:12
For the second monitor I have now ordered a Filco Majestouch-2 TKL with brown Cherry MX switches, which is currently in the mail.
Luckily for me, the delivery didn't take longer than it did before the pandemic, exactly one week. The keyboard is exactly what I expected, even the weight. The brown Cherry MX switches are more comfortable to use than I thought. This purchase was definitely worth every penny. Let's see, maybe I'll get involved in a custom-made product in the near future. :thumb:
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Tue, 16 May 2023, 00:10:47
(https://i.postimg.cc/d1DzFZrm/desktop-0.jpg)


Corsair K70 RGB TKL (MX Speed Silver). Not very imaginative—but it's part of the mix and it's fast and goes "clickety click", so hey, right?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Terrysko on Tue, 16 May 2023, 02:41:50
... but it's part of the mix and it's fast and goes "clickety click", so hey, right?
And what does the other one do with its 88 keys? ;)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: boku on Tue, 16 May 2023, 21:25:55
Red LZ erGhost with my fav batch of mx browns and some CRP APL to match the red, typing for long periods of time on this is comfy but now I'm really starting to dislike PBT
(https://i.imgur.com/bDItPbo.jpeg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Subdromat on Fri, 02 June 2023, 02:18:12
while not possible selling discontinued KBparadise v80 TKL vintage speed silver , even for the price of switches, i gave it a chance :)  great for office,gaming or rack :(

(https://i.postimg.cc/PxQ6xQsv/1685689133677-002.jpg)

(https://i.postimg.cc/5tddQgGs/1685689182284-002.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: CaesarAZealad on Sat, 03 June 2023, 17:14:01
while not possible selling discontinued KBparadise v80 TKL vintage speed silver , even for the price of switches, i gave it a chance :)  great for office,gaming or rack :(

Show Image
(https://i.postimg.cc/PxQ6xQsv/1685689133677-002.jpg)


Show Image
(https://i.postimg.cc/5tddQgGs/1685689182284-002.jpg)

There's vintage speed silvers?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evidentLEE on Tue, 06 June 2023, 19:41:05
Just built this Ikki68 X GMK Stargaze board the other day.
Ikki68 by Wuque Studio
GMK Stargaze by Dandruffkb
Switches are Durock Black Lotus lubed with Krytox205g0
Stabilizers are Wuque Studio band aid modded and lubed with Tribosys 3204
Artisan by THOK designs
Wrist wrest by Smoothiewrests
[attach=1][attach=3][attach=4][attach=5][attach=6][attach=7]
[attach=2]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Wed, 07 June 2023, 03:50:53

I'm going to put my Stargaze set on one of my GMMK TKL keyboards in the next few days.  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: GMKClassicRed on Thu, 08 June 2023, 17:00:13
Mc65. Wish hiney made H65 PCB extras.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mathisart on Tue, 13 June 2023, 07:23:38
OLKB Prenic
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Snuckerpooks on Tue, 13 June 2023, 08:02:55
YUNZII KC68

Still figuring out what switches I like and this keyboard is so easy to take apart, mod, and then put back together.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sean_from_unusualfun on Tue, 13 June 2023, 16:26:41
I'm a big fan of the Tester68. I currently have about 16 of them kicking around right now.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kolektador on Wed, 14 June 2023, 04:21:35
Lenovo KB1021
(https://i.imgur.com/kvzOnng.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ___Aihey___ on Mon, 19 June 2023, 01:45:18
(https://preview.redd.it/pmigg33ags6b1.jpg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&v=enabled&s=5641c61168201cae820bd2ee7ce31f8ee6ff966e)
by aihey Studio
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: henrix on Mon, 19 June 2023, 19:25:37
I've been using an RS60 for a while now, probably three months at this point. Have it with MX Blacks and PBT keycaps, and it feels great. The mods don't sound perfect, but getting hung up on stuff like that has always seemed a bit silly, especially when you rarely ever use them compared to the alphas. I definitely understand all the hype behind top-mounted blacks at this point, though - there's just something special about the combo even if it isn't realistically the "best" in any way.

My other daily-use board is an FC660c. I've been looking for a metal housing for it, but it just seems a bit overkill, especially when all the other mods I've done have specifically been to get the board as silent as possible. And there's just something special about a Topre board in the OEM plastic housing, anyways.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Neoteknon on Wed, 21 June 2023, 20:04:29
Here is my pair of Bostons:
(Attachment Link)
The upper is my first one, Hako True switches and MT3 Suswatari with some SA Row1 for the extra keys. This one lives at the office.
The lower one is my home board, Mil-Maxed, Kalih pale blue clickbar switches and /dev/tty MT3 keys (Base, Numpad and Extras kits)
OOOOOH boston posting time? Here's my ALU one ^^
Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/789186261885517827/1093964625520889928/IMG_4202.jpg)

Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/789186261885517827/1093964624996618261/IMG_4204.jpg)

And here it is in my dorm!
Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/310038690099494922/1087929998771490897/IMG_3827.jpg)

(That illumination is just from the lock lights btw)
It's got Zeal PC clickiez and DCS SolDark on it :)
Hi, fairly new in the keyboard geeks thing, but higly motivated. Can someone please tell me what are these `Boston` keyboards? cant find a brand online with that name, but they look just marvellous :D Thanks everybody

Sent from my SM-G991B using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: kolektador on Thu, 22 June 2023, 00:28:22
RAKK Lam-Ang Pro
(https://i.imgur.com/uF6KuoD.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rhienfo on Thu, 22 June 2023, 07:08:28
Here is my pair of Bostons:
(Attachment Link)
The upper is my first one, Hako True switches and MT3 Suswatari with some SA Row1 for the extra keys. This one lives at the office.
The lower one is my home board, Mil-Maxed, Kalih pale blue clickbar switches and /dev/tty MT3 keys (Base, Numpad and Extras kits)
OOOOOH boston posting time? Here's my ALU one ^^
Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/789186261885517827/1093964625520889928/IMG_4202.jpg)

Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/789186261885517827/1093964624996618261/IMG_4204.jpg)

And here it is in my dorm!
Show Image
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/310038690099494922/1087929998771490897/IMG_3827.jpg)

(That illumination is just from the lock lights btw)
It's got Zeal PC clickiez and DCS SolDark on it :)
Hi, fairly new in the keyboard geeks thing, but higly motivated. Can someone please tell me what are these `Boston` keyboards? cant find a brand online with that name, but they look just marvellous :D Thanks everybody

Sent from my SM-G991B using Tapatalk

Boston is a keyboard not a brand, it's an open source project, so you can get it anytime, it will be expensive though, so you should look into everything to do with getting a one of here before spending money (at least for an alu version, believe you can print it)

This vendor called rndkbd does sell a 3d printed version if you don't want to go your own route - https://rndkbd.com/products/boston-keyboard-kit?_pos=1&_psq=boston&_ss=e&_v=1.0

There is also a full alu version that will be run at group buy soon (but it's really expensive) - https://rndkbd.com/products/boston-keyboard-kit?_pos=1&_psq=boston&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: evidentLEE on Sat, 24 June 2023, 17:22:10
Just built one of my grail keyboards.

Keycult No. 2/65 x GMK Dualshot 2
Gateron Oil Kings Lubed with 205G0
GMK QMX Stabs band aid mod, lubed with 3204 on wires and 205G0 on housing.
[attachimg=1]
[attachimg=2][attachimg=3]

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: garynguyen on Mon, 10 July 2023, 00:39:31
I'm with Tofu65 and Glorious Panda now. Is GP out meta now?

(https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-UWsIWoO6pnpouDGKPX8fBa5Y7cAwWbY/view?usp=sharing)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Cobertt on Tue, 11 July 2023, 08:29:10
I'm with Tofu65 and Glorious Panda now. Is GP out meta now?

Show Image
(https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-UWsIWoO6pnpouDGKPX8fBa5Y7cAwWbY/view?usp=sharing)


Glorious Pandas were never in meta. Drop's HPs were in meta when they came out since you didn't have to frankenswitch, but other hyper tactiles have come out that are really good as well.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rhienfo on Wed, 12 July 2023, 08:55:17
I'm with Tofu65 and Glorious Panda now. Is GP out meta now?

Show Image
(https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-UWsIWoO6pnpouDGKPX8fBa5Y7cAwWbY/view?usp=sharing)


Glorious Pandas were never in meta. Drop's HPs were in meta when they came out since you didn't have to frankenswitch, but other hyper tactiles have come out that are really good as well.

Yeah Glorious Pandas were made specifically to cash in on the holy pandas, they were like seen as a cheaper alternative, but they had a different stem and the leafs were worse for some reason (even though they had similar to identical moulds I'm pretty sure). The original name of them were the "Glorious Holy Pandas" which caused drama to the point where they had to change the name. There are so many large bump tactiles which are cheaper than the Glorious Pandas/Holy Pandas that feel similar that they aren't really worth it anymore.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Wed, 12 July 2023, 17:21:58

Everybody is different, but "glorious pandas" fatigue my fingers.  It's unpaid work to press them.  I think you'd have to be slamming the keys like a plumber with sausage fingers to want to use them.  But hey, plumbers have to type too.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HerrVoennchen on Sat, 04 November 2023, 14:30:53
After a while with my MX Keys Mini, I got back into the rabbit hole and got me a new Keychron K8 Pro for my new job. Sounds pretty good stock but I was baffled how much quieter and soft-tone the board got just with some silicone rings. The caps are ABS so, may this is the first thing I will change anyway.

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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bkrownd on Sat, 04 November 2023, 17:53:01

  I'm really enjoying the vibrant SA Recall set I got recently.  GMMK TKL barebones.  Jelly Key "Cat Knights" Atom artisan.  I need to swap my deskmat to one of my Catpads designs.

(https://pbase.com/bkrownd/image/174110170/original.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Exquite on Mon, 06 November 2023, 17:26:10
I'm sticking with TKL: QK80.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Thu, 09 November 2023, 08:05:55
HHKB Pro Hybrid Type-S with blue Esc and red Control keycaps from PFU + anti-vibration mat. almost perfect except for the stabilizers
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Thu, 09 November 2023, 12:40:07
HHKB Pro Hybrid Type-S with blue Esc and red Control keycaps from PFU + anti-vibration mat. almost perfect except for the stabilizers

Lube them really nicely :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: clay on Wed, 15 November 2023, 07:40:36
Realforce R2 TKL. Topres need more love
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Wed, 15 November 2023, 07:41:39
Realforce R2 TKL. Topres need more love

true true
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: OGGoingGhost(OG) on Wed, 15 November 2023, 18:10:12
I have a lot of custom keyboards,But if it's for work, I'll choose a mass-produced keyboard.Because I'm typing really hard HHHHHHHHHHHHH
(http://[attachimg=1])
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 15 November 2023, 21:23:25
I'm typing with a garage sale F XT I picked up. Honestly, these are great keyboards. I don't know why I use anything else.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Thu, 16 November 2023, 07:51:28
I have a lot of custom keyboards,But if it's for work, I'll choose a mass-produced keyboard.Because I'm typing really hard HHHHHHHHHHHHH
Show Image


this is why vintage keyboards are gr8. the quality of a custom with the durability of... a tank i guess
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Greywolf on Mon, 20 November 2023, 17:00:42
KeyChron V3 + EpoMaker EK21, with as close as I can get to a UNIX layout without split-backspace (removed BS stab).  Thank the gods for removable stabs.

Brown (but swappable) switches because I like tactile but I am up late nights and don't want to clackety my wife out of bed with an annoyed look on her face.

thumbnail is upside down; zooming in makes it right side up.  Go figure.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Mon, 20 November 2023, 22:09:36
My KBD8X MKIII is a couple hours old.   I am loving it.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53346240819_b00163d3e0_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Tue, 21 November 2023, 06:38:12
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: HerrVoennchen on Mon, 27 November 2023, 02:35:58
My modded Keychron K8 Pro. With PBT Keycaps (came with Double shot ABS) and Gateron Ink Black V2 (lubed).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 28 November 2023, 11:08:02
My modded Keychron K8 Pro. With PBT Keycaps (came with Double shot ABS) and Gateron Ink Black V2 (lubed).

I have a similar scheme on my F77 I'm using...but much less artful.

(https://i.imgur.com/85nzyuWh.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: jingkunliu on Wed, 29 November 2023, 19:26:45
我正在使用的是leopold 980,我喜欢980这个配列,既压缩了空间,又能够满足我日常使用需要
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Thu, 30 November 2023, 06:42:30
我正在使用的是leopold 980,我喜欢980这个配列,既压缩了空间,又能够满足我日常使用需要
FC980C 还是 FC980M?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prince Valiant on Thu, 30 November 2023, 08:40:44
KeyChron V3 + EpoMaker EK21, with as close as I can get to a UNIX layout without split-backspace (removed BS stab).  Thank the gods for removable stabs.

Brown (but swappable) switches because I like tactile but I am up late nights and don't want to clackety my wife out of bed with an annoyed look on her face.

thumbnail is upside down; zooming in makes it right side up.  Go figure.
Why TKL and separate numpad versus a full board?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Thu, 30 November 2023, 10:12:00
maybe more options? tkls are much more popular and supported than full size boards id say
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Prince Valiant on Sat, 02 December 2023, 10:00:01
maybe more options? tkls are much more popular and supported than full size boards id say
Seems like it. I have a 75% split and ended up getting a standalone numpad but I don't have the desk space to keep it out all the time.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: russeree on Sun, 03 December 2023, 23:22:36
Typing on my Nyan Keys 0.8a Proto Right now!  ;D FPGA based keyboard with a USB 2.0HS interface with a few other neat little tricks to reduce latency to the absolute floor.
(https://qrsnap.io/cdn/nyan-keys/images/nyan_keys_proto_000.jpg)

(https://qrsnap.io/cdn/nyan-keys/images/nyan_keys_proto_001.jpg)

Open sourced the entire design too so if others want to build it they can!

https://github.com/russeree/nyan-keys-hardware (https://github.com/russeree/nyan-keys-hardware)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Mon, 04 December 2023, 00:54:30
[attach=1]
Finally got this all built up after fighting the PCBs for the better part of 2 weeks.... :blank: It did come out really good though. I went HMX cloud switches, on a POM plate, without the chungus plate foam/silicone pad thing. The clouds are pole bottom out but still full travel, I went with them cause of the pole bottom out since the case is a more open sounding one. That plus the extra deepness the POM plate adds ends up with a pretty nice sound profile on it. I did have to force break the case & add a layer of shelf liner in the bottom to get the case ping under control & get rid of the little bit of hollowness it had. Overall though worth the work IMO!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Fri, 15 December 2023, 09:49:11
After a month or more (Edit: check that, I see my post above - less than a month) with my KBD8X MkIII I changed out my PBTfans Dolch Keycaps for the GMK Blue Samurai's and swapped out the Gateron Oil King linear switches for the DS White Jade tactiles... but ended up putting the Oil King back under the space bar.  This board now seems so complete for me.  Oh, and was able to go into Via and change the power-on led on the far end of the board to be a perfect matching yellow-gold to the <ESC> and <Enter> keys.  I do have a Neo 65 milky white showing up at the end of the month, but not sure it will get a lot of play time?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53399739863_bcf2ef6332_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Exquite on Sun, 17 December 2023, 10:31:41
I’m using QK80 right now. but since there are many more beautiful tkl coming out, I might change.


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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tactile on Mon, 18 December 2023, 10:28:19
Just an old HHKB Pro2 Type S
No mods
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Tue, 19 December 2023, 09:58:58
Just an old HHKB Pro2 Type S
No mods

cant go wrong with stock

until your stabilizers start making you deaf... i need some krytox for christmas
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wjrii on Tue, 19 December 2023, 16:21:14
For those who don't venture over to Making Stuff Together very often, I've just pressed this cross-eyed little fella into service as my work board.  I have a lot to explore and learn about lasering a consistent set of legends, but overall it wasn't bad for my 6th hand-wire and first go at keycaps.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Wed, 20 December 2023, 10:55:41
My work is never done...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53409377392_f1c2cdc3e0_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: transeurasian on Sat, 23 December 2023, 04:29:22
Using HHKB classic  :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Wed, 27 December 2023, 20:50:11
My next-up just arrived.  Neo65 (because everybody's doin' it).  My smallest keyboard yet, with a bit of a retro theme and MT3 profile keycaps.  This should be my last until the Neson 810E arrives 2Q24.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53425839074_ea076a50c2_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Thu, 28 December 2023, 07:47:31
NCR-80 with Gateron Oil Kings and SA Retro keycaps.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 28 December 2023, 08:54:38
NCR-80 with Gateron Oil Kings and SA Retro keycaps.


That is beautiful. Although I always use full size + that is the kind of small board that I would like.

If it were up to me, \| and `~ (and maybe even 1!) would be red ....
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Thu, 28 December 2023, 09:12:56
NCR-80 with Gateron Oil Kings and SA Retro keycaps.


That is beautiful. Although I always use full size + that is the kind of small board that I would like.

If it were up to me, \| and `~ (and maybe even 1!) would be red ....

Thanks:)

Yeah, I was going to use red pipe, but this one has side legend with Pi sign, so went with that :)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Subdromat on Sat, 30 December 2023, 11:05:18
I used PCB of 2013 Lioncast LK-20 TKL keyboard with Cherry MX black stock. Case is aliexpress as well keycaps . It was some kind hard using this specific very thick keycaps (also aliexpress), seems these are factory seconds and the board was not made for XDA keycaps, so I got to modify the wires of the stabs.The PCB well made, almost filco tolerances. Great thocky sound with underrated mx black switches !

(https://i.postimg.cc/8skxNJ53/IMG-20231230-173912.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8skxNJ53)

(https://i.postimg.cc/jLL9npy4/IMG-20231230-174035.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jLL9npy4)

(https://i.postimg.cc/v4nN35q1/IMG-20231230-174100.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v4nN35q1)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: transeurasian on Mon, 01 January 2024, 10:39:18
D3D-KB
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: argentstonecutter on Mon, 01 January 2024, 15:58:11
Home: E-Yooso K-620 with Outemu Silent Lime/Lemon switches and Guffercty Sakura keycaps, wired.

Work from home: Machenike K500A-B84W with Outemu Silent Lime/Lemon switches and Guffercty Sakura keycaps, wired.

Work at office: CIY X79 with Outemu Silent Lime/Lemon switches and Kon Momo keycaps, bluetooth.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wjrii on Mon, 01 January 2024, 19:05:58
NCR-80 with Gateron Oil Kings and SA Retro keycaps.


That is beautiful. Although I always use full size + that is the kind of small board that I would like.

If it were up to me, \| and `~ (and maybe even 1!) would be red ....

Thanks:)

Yeah, I was going to use red pipe, but this one has side legend with Pi sign, so went with that :)

NCR-80 with Gateron Oil Kings and SA Retro keycaps.


That is beautiful. Although I always use full size + that is the kind of small board that I would like.

If it were up to me, \| and `~ (and maybe even 1!) would be red ....


NCR-80 with Gateron Oil Kings and SA Retro keycaps.


That is beautiful. Although I always use full size + that is the kind of small board that I would like.

If it were up to me, \| and `~ (and maybe even 1!) would be red ....

Thanks:)

Yeah, I was going to use red pipe, but this one has side legend with Pi sign, so went with that :)

That's always the debate, right?  Do you go for visual symmetry, or for the logical consistency that all keys in the main cluster that "type" something are one color, and all mods and control keys are another.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: VaporKeebs on Tue, 02 January 2024, 19:46:04
Still loving my Class65. I have made some changes since I first built it in March. But I have been using it since then.

Specs:
Class65 e-beige
JWK Taro tactiles
Cherry stabilizers
Polycarb plate
GMK Analog Dreams caps
InkBlot artisans

Mods:
switches lubed with Krytox 205g0
stabs lubed with Tribosys 3203
KeebMat acrylic pcb tape
removed brass weight
no foam

This is a photo of my builds through 2023 missing 2 I forgot about. LOL Class65 is top right.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53439060933_6516d11e6c_h.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: leck on Wed, 03 January 2024, 02:38:16
Im pretty new to this hobby so Im still using my Keychron K2V2
Only modifications I've made so far are replacing the switches from Gateron brown to Ice Kachang switches and new keycaps.
I kinda want to mod it further but the battery keeps me from trying, as Im kinda scared of somehow causing a fire.

Any recommendation for battery-safe mods?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Wed, 03 January 2024, 06:41:10
Im pretty new to this hobby so Im still using my Keychron K2V2
Only modifications I've made so far are replacing the switches from Gateron brown to Ice Kachang switches and new keycaps.
I kinda want to mod it further but the battery keeps me from trying, as Im kinda scared of somehow causing a fire.

Any recommendation for battery-safe mods?

i dont think any mods should make your keyboard explode, other than maybe using the wrong kind of tape/foam but its not hard to get the right kind
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: leck on Wed, 03 January 2024, 07:31:05
i dont think any mods should make your keyboard explode, other than maybe using the wrong kind of tape/foam but its not hard to get the right kind

As far as I know its not really a good idea to hinder the cooling capabilities of the battery by putting foam/silicone/tape next to it.
I know electrical tape is safer, but the problem is it leaves adhesive residue as opposed to painters tape, which doesnt. Problem is, the later is more flammable.
Then again, Im really new to all this stuff so I speak from what I've gathered by reading online -or personal experience with the materials themselves but for different applications- and what the common sense tells me (which is 'dont mess with batteries or youre asking for trouble' , lmao)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Wed, 03 January 2024, 07:44:44
i dont think any mods should make your keyboard explode, other than maybe using the wrong kind of tape/foam but its not hard to get the right kind

As far as I know its not really a good idea to hinder the cooling capabilities of the battery by putting foam/silicone/tape next to it.
I know electrical tape is safer, but the problem is it leaves adhesive residue as opposed to painters tape, which doesnt. Problem is, the later is more flammable.
Then again, Im really new to all this stuff so I speak from what I've gathered by reading online -or personal experience with the materials themselves but for different applications- and what the common sense tells me (which is 'dont mess with batteries or youre asking for trouble' , lmao)

oh i didnt notice the battery part. i have a wireless board myself and i know other people have put foam in this same board but idk the details or if your battery is different
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wjrii on Sun, 07 January 2024, 23:00:09
Wrapped up my set of three TKL-ish builds from the custom plates I ordered.  Last one has the switch plate jammed into a 3D printed case I designed to look a tiny bit like the Atari XE computers at the end of the 8-bit era.  So naturally, I painted it bright yellow (though that WAS a prominent accent color on the original Atari 800 and 400).  :-) 

Still noodling with a few keymap ideas, but the hardware is done.  67g "Fauxly Pandas" from AliExpress, and Akko SA-L keycaps (F-row and num-row are R4, the rest are R3).
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Mon, 08 January 2024, 16:30:09
I have just pulled my old WASD V1 (mx-browns) keyboard out for the first time in what must be nearly 8years... This was my first mechanical keyoard I received as a gift in around 2011~? I think.
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Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: bfigure8 on Sun, 14 January 2024, 07:07:01
Mode Eighty 2022
Copper Plate
Case foam, no plate foam
Gateron Baby Kangaroos (Lubed with Krytox205g0)
Staebies POM V2.1 (Lubed with Krytox205g0)
GMK Redline

(https://i.postimg.cc/fyst5wgK/Mode2022-20240114.jpg)

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Tue, 16 January 2024, 06:52:05

still my 3rd favorite keyboard for typing after my 3276 and HHKB. something about it is just nice, maybe the light tactility at the end of the keystroke does it for me.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: LASERman Projects on Tue, 16 January 2024, 09:44:25
Bespoke Mini1800 of my own design:

(https://i.imgur.com/4fjd69j.png)

Acrylic top - multiple frames with various colours to play with:
https://i.imgur.com/oSoRSY7.png (https://i.imgur.com/oSoRSY7.png)
https://i.imgur.com/6zJKRdT.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/6zJKRdT.jpg)
https://i.imgur.com/qPh7QVb.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/qPh7QVb.jpg)

3D printed bottom (resin)
Classic 1.6mm PCB based on RP2040
POM plate with classic poron gaskets and KBDFans module plate foam, EVA switch pads
Epomaker Budgreigar and Tecsee Purple Pandas, TX AP stabs
KAT Mizu on main photo
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TomahawkLabs on Tue, 16 January 2024, 10:21:45
  • Apple M0110A
    Mitsumi Standard Mechanical Type 1 (Made in Japan; made in USA would have Alps SKCC and Made in Taiwan would have SMK)
    Cleaned and perfectly lubricated by Delta Research (10/10 would recommend)
    found on ebay found in discord when someone linked the ebay listing for ($75?) and it was already in nearly perfect condition, just had some light dirt on the internals and i hate touching that stuff so i get other people to do it for me lol
    Converted with a Hasu controller (QMK compatible)

still my 3rd favorite keyboard for typing after my 3276 and HHKB. something about it is just nice, maybe the light tactility at the end of the keystroke does it for me.


How do these tall Alps feel compared to a refurbed SKCL or SKCM? I am a big "Snow White" era Apple fan. I daily an M3501 and notice a few of the early Snow White designs used these taller switches.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Tue, 16 January 2024, 10:24:06
Looks like I lied about the Neo65 being my last KB until my GB End Game shows up 2Q24,  Make room for the Vicous40.  It has its elbow's out.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53468394420_55e0651e88_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Tue, 16 January 2024, 12:13:58
  • Apple M0110A
    Mitsumi Standard Mechanical Type 1 (Made in Japan; made in USA would have Alps SKCC and Made in Taiwan would have SMK)
    Cleaned and perfectly lubricated by Delta Research (10/10 would recommend)
    found on ebay found in discord when someone linked the ebay listing for ($75?) and it was already in nearly perfect condition, just had some light dirt on the internals and i hate touching that stuff so i get other people to do it for me lol
    Converted with a Hasu controller (QMK compatible)

still my 3rd favorite keyboard for typing after my 3276 and HHKB. something about it is just nice, maybe the light tactility at the end of the keystroke does it for me.


How do these tall Alps feel compared to a refurbed SKCL or SKCM? I am a big "Snow White" era Apple fan. I daily an M3501 and notice a few of the early Snow White designs used these taller switches.
idk I've never used linear alps
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rob27shred on Fri, 19 January 2024, 20:29:29
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Been using my 2021 Dolphin since I built it about a month ago. This keyboard honestly surprised me. NGL I bought it mostly for the looks as the OG Dolphin was one of the first custom KBs I fell in love with, I wasn't expecting it to be a great feeling or sounding keyboard due to the sandwich style mount. However I was surprised to find that it has the feel you'd expect from a high end top mounted keyboard & the sound is just great with new nixies on a alum plate. I did use Geon forcebreak pads on both sides of the plate where the screws come through it so that might account for the better than expected feel. Although I don't know if it's doing much for the sound. I think having almost all of the mass in the bottom of the board & the top being a much smaller/lighter part is the secret sauce for the sound. So glad I decided to grab this in hindsight as I usually value feel & sound over looks. Never would've known what I was missing out on if I had passed on it!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rhienfo on Fri, 19 January 2024, 21:50:09
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Been using my 2021 Dolphin since I built it about a month ago. This keyboard honestly surprised me. NGL I bought it mostly for the looks as the OG Dolphin was one of the first custom KBs I fell in love with, I wasn't expecting it to be a great feeling or sounding keyboard due to the sandwich style mount. However I was surprised to find that it has the feel you'd expect from a high end top mounted keyboard & the sound is just great with new nixies on a alum plate. I did use Geon forcebreak pads on both sides of the plate where the screws come through it so that might account for the better than expected feel. Although I don't know if it's doing much for the sound. I think having almost all of the mass in the bottom of the board & the top being a much smaller/lighter part is the secret sauce for the sound. So glad I decided to grab this in hindsight as I usually value feel & sound over looks. Never would've known what I was missing out on if I had passed on it!

Very pretty board, the dolphin sides are so pretty. Do wanna pick up a board with those sides (probably the dolice) because it's so nice to look at. makes it a more reassuring that the sandwich mount feels good since the dolice has similar mounting style.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Mon, 22 January 2024, 12:36:29
Back to my KBD8X MkIII, trying to get my last few tap, tap, taps in.  You see, this weekend, while having cocktails, I ordered an HHKB... it will probably arrive in a week or two.  I'm being told once I go HHKB I'll never go back, so trying to enjoy these last fleeting moments with MX-style switches...

BTW, since having this board, I have rotated multiple profile keycaps, multiple switches, and this weekend spent a bit of time exploring all the foam options... I ended up with thin case foam and then packing with polyfill.  No other foam.  I have DS White Jade switches in, which are fantastic.  Interestingly, without the polyfill there was a fair amount of ping and a lot of flex feeling in the PC plate, despite being top mounted.   After adding polyfill, it feels very solid, but a great, refined clack by the switches.   With all the foam, I was definitely getting much more of a foamy/marbley feeling and sound.


(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53481099365_97446dd837_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sterlinghawktech on Fri, 02 February 2024, 07:13:31
Coolermaster Quick Fire RAPID-i

Got it for free from a facebook giveaway many many years ago. Some keycaps have signs of wear, but overall it's still going strong. The detachable cable and the brown switches are amazing.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Sat, 03 February 2024, 22:18:23
I've dug this Cherry G81-1800HAU (Cherry MY... or more like WHY?) out and hooked it up... which is entertaining as the keyboard has and AT connector.. so it is AT to PS2 adapter then active PS2 to USB adapter to get it to work.. which is fine...

It is still terrible to type on as I recall very fatiguing while typing... HOWEVER.. and I am terrified and disgusted to discover that across several different games / gaming sessions... I seem to be better at FPS games using this than my MX keyboards.... why god why??? This keyboard is too awful to daily  and it is very inconvenient to hook this USB / PS2 / AT adapted piece of junk up every time I wanted to game... so the question remains.. why does it seem to be that while it is the worst to type on ... I am actually better gaming with it...

The key caps are glorious however.        Also I am dumb I never noticed the AT / PC switch on the back of this thing what does it do?   cause the connector would still be AT ?? would it make the active USB PS2 adapter unnecessary? I don't know??   In fairness I never noticed because I used this thing for a day when I first got it and decided it was terrible and put it away.

 
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Rhienfo on Sun, 04 February 2024, 02:17:07
I've dug this Cherry G81-1800HAU (Cherry MY... or more like WHY?) out and hooked it up... which is entertaining as the keyboard has and AT connector.. so it is AT to PS2 adapter then active PS2 to USB adapter to get it to work.. which is fine...

It is still terrible to type on as I recall very fatiguing while typing... HOWEVER.. and I am terrified and disgusted to discover that across several different games / gaming sessions... I seem to be better at FPS games using this than my MX keyboards.... why god why??? This keyboard is too awful to daily  and it is very inconvenient to hook this USB / PS2 / AT adapted piece of junk up every time I wanted to game... so the question remains.. why does it seem to be that while it is the worst to type on ... I am actually better gaming with it...

The key caps are glorious however.        Also I am dumb I never noticed the AT / PC switch on the back of this thing what does it do?   cause the connector would still be AT ?? would it make the active USB PS2 adapter unnecessary? I don't know??   In fairness I never noticed because I used this thing for a day when I first got it and decided it was terrible and put it away.

that's pretty interesting that you are better at games with the mys. Maybe it would be the spring size or the weighting is nice (which would be a bit weird cause they are pretty similar to blacks from what I've heard)

Also those keycaps are really nice.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: nomodeset on Sun, 04 February 2024, 06:03:22
I’m currently using my Nightfox again. This thing has been not the shelf for a couple of years now. When I bought it around 5-6 years go I really liked it. But, as I used it more the switches and stabs began to irritate me a lot. So, this week I rebuilt it with (lubed and tuned) Durgod stabs and Gateron milky pro switches. Finished it off with a set of DCS Alchemy caps. This is a nice board now, so it’s back on the desk!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240204/b674430f692a03c3b48d6e9053a4d63d.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TWX on Thu, 08 February 2024, 19:49:44
I've dug this Cherry G81-1800HAU (Cherry MY... or more like WHY?) out and hooked it up... which is entertaining as the keyboard has and AT connector.. so it is AT to PS2 adapter then active PS2 to USB adapter to get it to work.. which is fine...

It is still terrible to type on as I recall very fatiguing while typing... HOWEVER.. and I am terrified and disgusted to discover that across several different games / gaming sessions... I seem to be better at FPS games using this than my MX keyboards.... why god why??? This keyboard is too awful to daily  and it is very inconvenient to hook this USB / PS2 / AT adapted piece of junk up every time I wanted to game... so the question remains.. why does it seem to be that while it is the worst to type on ... I am actually better gaming with it...

The key caps are glorious however.        Also I am dumb I never noticed the AT / PC switch on the back of this thing what does it do?   cause the connector would still be AT ?? would it make the active USB PS2 adapter unnecessary? I don't know??   In fairness I never noticed because I used this thing for a day when I first got it and decided it was terrible and put it away.

 

Looks familiar...

[attachimg=1]

I've had this sitting around for years and years.  I bought it because I was hopeful it was a good keyboard but realized its nature too late.  I didn't spend much for it though, so not totally disappointed.  Mine's also PS/2 so a little easier to use, one less adapter.

The PC/AT switch is probably for literally using on older IBM PCs that encoded the keyboard signal differently than the AT line, which was the 286 lineup, but admittedly I couldn't attest with certainty.

I've debated just harvesting it for keycaps but I might look at a conversion with new guts.  Or I may just wait until I find a messed up MX model in the same case.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: atarione on Thu, 08 February 2024, 21:30:19

Looks familiar...

(Attachment Link)

I've had this sitting around for years and years.  I bought it because I was hopeful it was a good keyboard but realized its nature too late.  I didn't spend much for it though, so not totally disappointed.  Mine's also PS/2 so a little easier to use, one less adapter.

The PC/AT switch is probably for literally using on older IBM PCs that encoded the keyboard signal differently than the AT line, which was the 286 lineup, but admittedly I couldn't attest with certainty.

I've debated just harvesting it for keycaps but I might look at a conversion with new guts.  Or I may just wait until I find a messed up MX model in the same case.

I am also hoping to find a G80 with the same layout so I can move the keycaps over... However, and hear me out...   I have been using this board for a few days and I am actually starting to like it, I am actually faster on a typing test on this than I am on my MX boards (not much but 52WPM vs 48 best before.. I can touch type but I have never been especially fast or anything.)   

Also somewhat quizzically I am actually better in games using this board than with my other mx boards?   The keyboard is a bit of a finger workout with the fairly stiff springs but I am kinda digging it... which is hilarious to some extent...    I paid $5 for this board about a decade ago and haven't ever really used it for more than a few hours before,  I was hating it at first and now having been at it a couple days, it is kinda working for me?   

I may just be a lunatic... I do tend to type pretty hard so perhaps the stiff springs help in my case keeping me from mashing the bottom out every time?    The form factor is actually pretty good as well, I am somewhat missing the windows key but "meh".. it is a pretty neat retro looking board as well.

Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: wjrii on Wed, 14 February 2024, 12:05:12
I just finished up this no-stabilizers 98% (102 keys).  Hand-wired, 3D printed case, laser cut "masonite" hardboard switch plate and bottom plate, and DIY dye-sub keys (also using the laser).  Keycaps are XDA and switches are Box Jade. Far from perfect, particularly the keycap legends which are a bit more muted and variable than my phone's camera thinks, but I am pretty pleased so far.  Also my first hand-wire that didn't require any electrical re-work so yay for that!  Also, did I mention there's zero stab-rattle?  :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: dirtywretch on Thu, 15 February 2024, 15:05:25
Bespoke Mini1800 of my own design:

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/4fjd69j.png)


Acrylic top - multiple frames with various colours to play with:
https://i.imgur.com/oSoRSY7.png (https://i.imgur.com/oSoRSY7.png)
https://i.imgur.com/6zJKRdT.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/6zJKRdT.jpg)
https://i.imgur.com/qPh7QVb.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/qPh7QVb.jpg)

3D printed bottom (resin)
Classic 1.6mm PCB based on RP2040
POM plate with classic poron gaskets and KBDFans module plate foam, EVA switch pads
Epomaker Budgreigar and Tecsee Purple Pandas, TX AP stabs
KAT Mizu on main photo

I was just talking about my dream which would be this, except in Arisu layout. But the general notion is all right here. And I was thinking custom is where I would have to go to get it. Very cool!
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: 87supra on Thu, 15 February 2024, 19:11:09

Epomaker Shadow X - Box Jades
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TWX on Thu, 15 February 2024, 20:00:37

Looks familiar...

(Attachment Link)

I've had this sitting around for years and years.  I bought it because I was hopeful it was a good keyboard but realized its nature too late.  I didn't spend much for it though, so not totally disappointed.  Mine's also PS/2 so a little easier to use, one less adapter.

The PC/AT switch is probably for literally using on older IBM PCs that encoded the keyboard signal differently than the AT line, which was the 286 lineup, but admittedly I couldn't attest with certainty.

I've debated just harvesting it for keycaps but I might look at a conversion with new guts.  Or I may just wait until I find a messed up MX model in the same case.

I am also hoping to find a G80 with the same layout so I can move the keycaps over... However, and hear me out...   I have been using this board for a few days and I am actually starting to like it, I am actually faster on a typing test on this than I am on my MX boards (not much but 52WPM vs 48 best before.. I can touch type but I have never been especially fast or anything.)   

Also somewhat quizzically I am actually better in games using this board than with my other mx boards?   The keyboard is a bit of a finger workout with the fairly stiff springs but I am kinda digging it... which is hilarious to some extent...    I paid $5 for this board about a decade ago and haven't ever really used it for more than a few hours before,  I was hating it at first and now having been at it a couple days, it is kinda working for me?   

I may just be a lunatic... I do tend to type pretty hard so perhaps the stiff springs help in my case keeping me from mashing the bottom out every time?    The form factor is actually pretty good as well, I am somewhat missing the windows key but "meh".. it is a pretty neat retro looking board as well.




Eh, if I'm going to use a rubberdome, it's going to be a battlecruiser keyboard like the Gateway 2000 "AnyKey" that was made for them by Maxiswitch, or the Sun Type 6.  These are ~120 key models, the GW2K is macro-programmable.  Despite being rubberdomes they're very nice to type on.

To me the layout of the 1800 is poor enough for general purpose use that it needs something to redeem it, like the presence of quality switches.  I actually had one of those Cherry-sourced Compaq 11800 with integrated trackball, at that point I didn't realize the implications of the switches and since the Escape key was bad I parted with the keyboard.  Knowing what I now know I would have kept it and fixed it.

The 1800 series seem ideally suited for datacenter applications where they fit on shelves that fit in 19" racks.  The rubberdome model is fine for that sort of uncommon use in the datacenter when it's just racked and there, but I wouldn't want to use the MY model otherwise to be honest.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Mon, 19 February 2024, 20:23:03
Sweet and simple.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53540241661_c005957162_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: TimeRelapse on Tue, 20 February 2024, 21:06:59
Home: Ingot TKL or Moontower V2
Work: Myth
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: krzank on Fri, 23 February 2024, 03:25:14
Wooting ONE (click), DROP CTRL&ALT (various versions&switches), AKKO/ducky 8087 (cherry blue), DZ60/KailhBoxWhite
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: mohawk1367 on Mon, 26 February 2024, 07:39:56
Wooting ONE (click), DROP CTRL&ALT (various versions&switches), AKKO/ducky 8087 (cherry blue), DZ60/KailhBoxWhite
Are you an octopus?
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: ander on Sat, 09 March 2024, 04:55:26
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My mother-in-law just gave me her 1995 Lexmark-made IBM Model M 1391401. She used it only once a month (to prepare the Orchid Society newsletter), and as it's from Lexmark's last year of production, all it needed was a quick clean and it's like it just came off the assembly line. Sweeet! 🤗

(The microwave's on the table because we're redoing the kitchen.)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: sarahn27 on Sun, 10 March 2024, 19:34:29
BT65! First time soldering hotswap sockets on a board. I used the longer millmax ones. It went pretty well although I do have a bit of experience soldering. It was pretty difficult just finding a 65% PCB though. Switches are Haimu Lemons from Cannonkeys which I really like. And keycaps are Less but Better[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: phinix on Mon, 11 March 2024, 05:50:22
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My mother-in-law just gave me her 1995 Lexmark-made IBM Model M 1391401. She used it only once a month (to prepare the Orchid Society newsletter), and as it's from Lexmark's last year of production, all it needed was a quick clean and it's like it just came off the assembly line. Sweeet! 🤗

(The microwave's on the table because we're redoing the kitchen.)

Cool. I LOVE your computer case on the right, with a glass window! - is it ITX? :D
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: marcusr on Sat, 16 March 2024, 13:22:51
I just got my Cyber01, so I'm using it from now on, honestly looks pretty cool and sounds decent.
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Sun, 17 March 2024, 21:23:14
I’m pretty happy with the F77 since getting it.  It feels like it will last an eternity.  It is even better now that I installed a clean external USB-C mount.  I can rotate with my other boards much easier.


(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53594791539_d5a44c47a9_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: Tseg on Fri, 22 March 2024, 07:41:26
Well, maybe this is the one....?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53603672038_6acb33141b_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What Keyboard Are You Using Now?
Post by: _rubik on Mon, 25 March 2024, 00:40:59
I need to take photos in better lighting, but I just switched over to a new wireless Corne build with stock JWK linears and GMK Jamon (for the time being).

This is my first sub-60% board and so far I'm really loving it. I've always used a space-fn layer for hjkl arrows and various other navigation bits, so adding another layer for numbers, symbols, etc wasn't too enormous of a jump. I'm still getting used to the layout and home-row mods, but it's really growing on me.

I need to find a better case though. I've seen some aluminum cases floating around. This budget 3d printed case is the biggest pain point switching from a PrimeKB Meridian