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Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: M4R5 on Sun, 01 May 2011, 16:11:58
Hi guys

I just ordered a Majestouch (UKB full) last week. I've just read about the Majestouch 2, and I wondered if people thought it was a significant upgrade and if I should wait for that instead. The Tenkeyless versions seem to be the same price. Also, does anyone know when the full version will be available?

Thanks
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: Zamorph on Sun, 01 May 2011, 17:41:33
They are the same price.  Id wait for the newer version, though, it is solely better plastic from what I hear.  I mean why not get the new product ;) Plus full and tenkeyless are already available, though tenkeyless is out of stock atm. http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&search-alias=electronics&field-manufacturer=The%20Keyboard%20Company&tag=5336432816-20#/ref=sr_nr_p_n_availability_1?rh=n:172282,p_15:The%20Keyboard%20Company,p_n_availability:1248801011&bbn=172282&ie=UTF8&qid=1303484141
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: brkim1324 on Sun, 01 May 2011, 17:56:00
I have both Majestouch 2 and 1 tenkeyless blue switches. They are almost the same feeling except the material made with. Majestouch 2 just has better texture feeling. And the logo is metallic silver not gold. That's about it. It is said Majestouch 2 is dual layered under the keycaps but that doesn't make big difference when it comes to typing feeling. If you can wait for 2, sure. Personally, I think Majestouch 2 is little bit better made, and there's "2" on the back :) Although mine is Red so it just says limited edition.. but just makes u feel better.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: M4R5 on Sat, 07 May 2011, 16:20:08
If both boards are plate mounted though, surely the feel will be exactly the same whether they are soldered one side, both sides, or even if you take the PCB out altogether and pretend to type. I think I will wait for Majestouch 2, but can anyone explain this point? Thanks
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: NeoDiNardo on Sat, 07 May 2011, 16:47:28
2 is better than 1, proven by science! Double the fun, doublemint gum!

Sorry, I got nothing...

2 is better cus that's what they sell now. Can't buy 1 on Amazon.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: pitashen on Sat, 07 May 2011, 18:23:26
Unless u can get  Majes 1 for cheaper price.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: calavera on Sat, 07 May 2011, 21:06:25
You've made the right choice in choosing Filco, don't worry about the small differences between 1 and 2.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: Zet on Sun, 08 May 2011, 00:13:41
Quote from: Zamorph;340007
They are the same price.  Id wait for the newer version, though, it is solely better plastic from what I hear.  I mean why not get the new product ;) Plus full and tenkeyless are already available, though tenkeyless is out of stock atm. http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&search-alias=electronics&field-manufacturer=The%20Keyboard%20Company&tag=5336432816-20#/ref=sr_nr_p_n_availability_1?rh=n:172282,p_15:The%20Keyboard%20Company,p_n_availability:1248801011&bbn=172282&ie=UTF8&qid=1303484141

Well I'm having the same thoughts like M4R5, and also, I'm too whilling to but the UK 105 key layout, not the USA 104 key, so in the amazon link you posted, there's only the US layout available any ideas where can we get the full UK 105 key layout of the M2?

Thanks!
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: zinger on Sun, 08 May 2011, 05:35:03
Quote from: Zet;343211
Well I'm having the same thoughts like M4R5, and also, I'm too whilling to but the UK 105 key layout, not the USA 104 key, so in the amazon link you posted, there's only the US layout available any ideas where can we get the full UK 105 key layout of the M2?

Thanks!


http://www.keyboardco.com/keyboard_search.asp?SG=10021
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: M4R5 on Sun, 08 May 2011, 06:18:49
Keyboardco.com has exclusive distribution rights in the UK. They seem both friendly and helpful. I don't think the M2 is in stock yet though.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: Zensuji on Sun, 08 May 2011, 07:55:58
They have it with red switches.

And will all switches in blue,brown and blue in french, german and UK layout. I'm waiting one but in US layout even though I'm an english man. So I'm holding off for the "ninja" which is in around 23rd of this month.....getting it with browns.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: Zet on Mon, 09 May 2011, 23:29:47
Quote from: Zensuji;343276
They have it with red switches.

And will all switches in blue,brown and blue in french, german and UK layout. I'm waiting one but in US layout even though I'm an english man. So I'm holding off for the "ninja" which is in around 23rd of this month.....getting it with browns.

You mean, the 23rd of may, the majestouch2 ninja with brown switches will arrive? :O where can you check this!?(at keyboardco ofc)
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: Zensuji on Tue, 10 May 2011, 02:35:30
Quote from: Zet;344202
You mean, the 23rd of may, the majestouch2 ninja with brown switches will arrive? :O where can you check this!?(at keyboardco ofc)

 
Yes, emailed keyboardco for confirmation.
Title: Should I wait for Majestouch 2?
Post by: n19htmare on Tue, 10 May 2011, 03:43:54
I have Both the Majestouch 1 and 2 in front of me. Both Tenkeyless.

This whole better plastic, more solid feel is ALL IN YOUR HEAD. Other than the logo, I find no differences between the two from day to day use. Again, the double sided pCB blah blah... what exactly is it even suppsoed to do? sure the heck doesn't seem like it did anything at all.

A significant upgrade would have been use of different keycaps or something.

Get whatever is in stock and enjoy.