So, last weekend I decided to desolder my MK Disco to install Zealios. I must say, that was an excellent decision. So excellent in fact that I decided to order some Gateron reds and try out a linear switch in my other keyboard - a white Ducky One TKL RGB with Cherry browns.
Because the LEDs on this board are soldered directly to the PCB, and it’s not a through hole LED with 4 pins like the LEDs on my Disco, this was a
FAR easier project. In total, I think I spent about 3.5 - 4 hours on this mod from start to finish.
The Gateron Reds are a very nice switch and my first brush with linear switches. I have to say that I’m impressed with them, and I do enjoy the linear switches as a nice contrast to my Zealios when my hands are ever feeling sore (as mentioned earlier, I fractured or broke all of my fingers, the pain isn’t caused by the Zealios).
I still definitely prefer the Zealios because they feel like a magical switch to me, but these are a really cool alternative to mess around with.
Below are some pictures, and feel free to ask me anything about the Gateron Reds or the mod itself. Enjoy!
