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Title: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Mugen on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:12:47
Hey,
Am wondering whats your favorite Topre board, variable, 55g, 45g?
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:13:30
RealForce 87U 55g - Black

Second Fav: HHKB Type-S (45g) - White
Title: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Halverson on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:17:30
HHKB non-silent
Tried out a 30g last week, and think I may like that as much.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: okooko on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:18:46
87U variable, coz its my daily, currently out of action sitting in a box, coz the damn offiste technicians wont move so I can move to a bigger desk....
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: zoolzoo on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:42:59
the one I dont have but would like to try someday if possible
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Caaaarrrt on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:48:22
HHKB is my favourite.

I also had a 104U variable Realforce, it was great for typing and felt really nice and solid, but not so good for gaming and too big lol.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: tipo33 on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:48:43
I have found the variable to be too light on the pinkies,  apart from that, I prefer the 55g, but the layout of the HHKB.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Rythh on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:54:21
Why is the 104U Realforce bad for gaming, may I ask? I am hoping it's size doesn't bother me when mine gets here, but my setup really is crappy for having a big keyboard so I am not holding my breath >.< haha
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:57:38
Quote from: Rythh on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:54:21
Why is the 104U Realforce bad for gaming, may I ask? I am hoping it's size doesn't bother me when mine gets here, but my setup really is crappy for having a big keyboard so I am not holding my breath >.< haha

If you use a mouse, it's harder to move quickly between typing and mousing with a larger board. And it's less comfortable to have your hands spread that far, at least for me.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: ValerieV on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:00:57
HHKB because it is small and also the 45 weighted keys are just right for me. I only wish for dedicated arrow keys and it would be perfect but otherwise it is like typing on clouds.  ;D
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: ankit255 on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:26:58
None since they are overrated. Oh, and I have used topre; I own one and it sucks compared to the das cherry brown I have for the price.

However, if money means nothing other than a tool to get new stuff: HHKB type-s since it'll make you feel good having the most expensive thing.

Sorry, didn't intend to bash on topre. Just stating my view in a non-insulting way.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: zoolzoo on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:37:22
he's very very mad at Topre
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: ankit255 on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:42:43
Quote from: zoolzoo on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:37:22
he's very very mad at Topre

Yes... Yes, I am...  :)
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: hasu on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:17:20
HHKB pro. Not 2. USB hub on my keyboard? Ridiculous!
I prefer variable to 45g which is heavy a bit.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:28:39
Quote from: ankit255 on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:26:58
None since they are overrated. Oh, and I have used topre; I own one and it sucks compared to the das cherry brown I have for the price.

However, if money means nothing other than a tool to get new stuff: HHKB type-s since it'll make you feel good having the most expensive thing.

Sorry, didn't intend to bash on topre. Just stating my view in a non-insulting way.

Great post in a 'favorite topre board' thread......

(http://images.sodahead.com/polls/002362803/137789328_Kobe_U_Mad_xlarge.jpeg)
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: sth on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:30:41
paid-less-than-retail HHKB
ditto for 87u

both 45g, both cheaper than normal so don't give me that 'i paid more so i feel compelled to like it' crap. i paid less for both of my topre boards combined than i did for my kmac and i hardly ever use the kmac.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:47:58
Quote from: sth on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:30:41
paid-less-than-retail HHKB
ditto for 87u

both 45g, both cheaper than normal so don't give me that 'i paid more so i feel compelled to like it' crap. i paid less for both of my topre boards combined than i did for my kmac and i hardly ever use the kmac.

Where's yo pics, bro
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: sth on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:49:31
Quote from: Bro Caps on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:47:58
Quote from: sth on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:30:41
paid-less-than-retail HHKB
ditto for 87u

both 45g, both cheaper than normal so don't give me that 'i paid more so i feel compelled to like it' crap. i paid less for both of my topre boards combined than i did for my kmac and i hardly ever use the kmac.

Where's yo pics, bro
just posted my hhkb in the thread, RF is on load to a recovering rdoms user :P
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: guilleguillaume on Mon, 25 February 2013, 21:11:16
Happy Hacking Keyboard Pro Japanese

Because the layout for me is really good and the 45g switches feel way better than the ones on my HHKB Pro 2 that feel too stiff.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: lazerpointer on Mon, 25 February 2013, 21:12:08
ekw808's HHKB that has 55g (and I think he silence-modded it).... It will never happen for me :p
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: ankit255 on Mon, 25 February 2013, 22:05:50
Quote from: Bro Caps on Mon, 25 February 2013, 20:28:39
Quote from: ankit255 on Mon, 25 February 2013, 19:26:58
None since they are overrated. Oh, and I have used topre; I own one and it sucks compared to the das cherry brown I have for the price.

However, if money means nothing other than a tool to get new stuff: HHKB type-s since it'll make you feel good having the most expensive thing.

Sorry, didn't intend to bash on topre. Just stating my view in a non-insulting way.

Great post in a 'favorite topre board' thread......

Show Image
(http://images.sodahead.com/polls/002362803/137789328_Kobe_U_Mad_xlarge.jpeg)


Actually, yes.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Caaaarrrt on Mon, 25 February 2013, 22:14:51
Quote from: Bro Caps on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:57:38
Quote from: Rythh on Mon, 25 February 2013, 18:54:21
Why is the 104U Realforce bad for gaming, may I ask? I am hoping it's size doesn't bother me when mine gets here, but my setup really is crappy for having a big keyboard so I am not holding my breath >.< haha

If you use a mouse, it's harder to move quickly between typing and mousing with a larger board. And it's less comfortable to have your hands spread that far, at least for me.

What Bro Caps said. And being variable the A key is lighter than W, S and D so in FPS games I found I would tend to run towards the left :P
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: nar on Mon, 25 February 2013, 23:38:47
I like my 103U variable for gaming, though the 104U would mean I can finally replace my spacebar =_=. My ring finger is weaker than my index and middle fingers so I find having A lighter helps. Also I don't put my mouse on the side of the keyboard so the numpad geting in the way is a moot point.

However, favourite Topre board is definately my Short Throw. Not as good for long typing, but my god is it good for games. Love it for RTS and I kid you not, when playing rhythm games on my computer with it like stepmania, I beat most of my high scores (to be far, by only a small amount) almost instantly after switching.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: jpm804 on Tue, 26 February 2013, 01:14:13
Tried them all, but like the 45g best for me.... variable didnt like the lighter pinky and 55g didnt like the little bight of extra acuation force over the 45g.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Turbo Slaab on Tue, 26 February 2013, 01:32:46
Vintage '95 Dell quiet key non-variable :p
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: daerid on Tue, 26 February 2013, 11:09:09
HHKB 2 Pro, followed very, very closely by 55g 87U.

As far as I'm concerned, those are the only Topre boards.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Tue, 26 February 2013, 11:12:30
Quote from: daerid on Tue, 26 February 2013, 11:09:09
HHKB 2 Pro, followed very, very closely by 55g 87U.

As far as I'm concerned, those are the only Topre boards.

uTron:

(http://www.personal-media.co.jp/utronkb/images/utronkb-3.jpg)

http://xahlee.info/kbd/uTRON_keyboard.html
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: daerid on Tue, 26 February 2013, 12:51:51
Oh damn son, that is a nice board. Too bad I wouldn't be able to stand having Japanese characters on it :(
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: yester64 on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:10:35
Gee, i just checked the price on one of the boards... thats a lot of money. Are there cheaper options? I like to try one out.. not happy with my mx-blue.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:28:18
Quote from: yester64 on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:10:35
Gee, i just checked the price on one of the boards... thats a lot of money. Are there cheaper options? I like to try one out.. not happy with my mx-blue.

If you check the classifieds section, I think there are a couple of pretty good deals there. But expect to pay at least 200+ for a used topre board. I have seen used HHKB Pro 2's around 200 on ebay as well.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: nar on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:33:01
Quote from: yester64 on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:10:35
Gee, i just checked the price on one of the boards... thats a lot of money. Are there cheaper options? I like to try one out.. not happy with my mx-blue.

as I posted in the other thread you can get them cheap from Japan:

Here's a Japanese TKL for about $145
http://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B000EQHU6M/

Combine that with a japanese forwarding company like Tenso and you should get it for just under $200 shipped.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Michael on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:34:44
Quote from: nar on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:33:01
Quote from: yester64 on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:10:35
Gee, i just checked the price on one of the boards... thats a lot of money. Are there cheaper options? I like to try one out.. not happy with my mx-blue.

as I posted in the other thread you can get them cheap from Japan:

Here's a Japanese TKL for about $145
http://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B000EQHU6M/ (http://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B000EQHU6M/)

Combine that with a japanese forwarding company like Tenso and you should get it for just under $200 shipped.

What weight is that board? Any 55g boards at that price on there?
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: nar on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:40:40
Quote from: Bro Caps on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:34:44
What weight is that board? Any 55g boards at that price on there?

That one is Variable, on Amazon all the 55g boards seem to be sold out.

There's 45g weighted boards for $20 more and a 30g weighted board (Full Size) for $40 more.
Title: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Halverson on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:46:40
Quote from: nar on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:40:40
Quote from: Bro Caps on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:34:44
What weight is that board? Any 55g boards at that price on there?

That one is Variable, on Amazon all the 55g boards seem to be sold out.

There's 45g weighted boards for $20 more and a 30g weighted board (Full Size) for $40 more.

And I just got an HHKB shipped with Tenso for $230.
Title: Re: Favorite Topre Board
Post by: Cafeine on Tue, 26 February 2013, 21:54:10
I love my RF UB88 (ISO FR ;) ), best keyboard since the Filco in brown I got like... 1 week before. I really love the Topre feeling, I'm getting a HHKB2 Japanese (ISO enter ftw) quite soon from a friend.  ;D   Tried it (http://cafeine.imgur.com/), loved it. Had to give it back.   :-[