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Title: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: iTypeOnKeyboards on Tue, 11 June 2013, 20:24:17
I hate numpads, audible clicks, linear keys strokes, and 45g actuation forces. I love 55-60g actuation forces and inaudible bumps ( = Tenkeyless Cherry MX clear). Is there a keyboard for me?
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: gameaholic on Tue, 11 June 2013, 20:36:51
CM Storm is going to come out with one soon.   
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 June 2013, 20:39:15
bro, bro , bro, ok..  you don't want clear... too heavy.. way way too heavy...

solution,   ergo clear...
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: knotra on Tue, 11 June 2013, 20:40:31
bro, bro , bro, ok..  you don't want clear... too heavy.. way way too heavy...

solution,   ergo clear...

how are mx clears too heavy? its all preference btw.
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: DrinkTea on Tue, 11 June 2013, 20:45:03
There is a Leopold FC660M with clears. I have it. It's nice.
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:41:00
bro, bro , bro, ok..  you don't want clear... too heavy.. way way too heavy...

solution,   ergo clear...

how are mx clears too heavy? its all preference btw.

I like heavy switches, but long session they are far more draining, this is a fact.

with stock clear springs, the peak tactile bump force is 63g. with 67g springs, lowers to 57g, with 62g springs, lowers to 53g

53g is a little lower than most blues at 55g peak tactile bump force.
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: dadgh on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:43:55
CM Storm is going to come out with one soon.   

Is there any definitive proof that this is true or are you just going by the quote that's like: "We're considering different types of switches and expect to see new switches in the future." when someone asked about Clears?

There is a Leopold FC660M with clears. I have it. It's nice.

He's got some more left. Good price too.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leopold-FC660M-Mechanical-keyboard-Cherry-MX-clear-switches-W-Black-body-/300910289761?pt=PCA_Mice_Trackballs&hash=item460fa6a361
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:46:55
I really wouldn't get the clears that are prebuilt, because it's so much hassle to mod....
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: dadgh on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:49:05
I really wouldn't get the clears that are prebuilt, because it's so much hassle to mod....

But cheaper, yeah? $0.80 USD seems to be the common price for clears, at least that's the price I got...
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:50:03
I really wouldn't get the clears that are prebuilt, because it's so much hassle to mod....

But cheaper, yeah? $0.80 USD seems to be the common price for clears, at least that's the price I got...

that guy is trying to rip you off... 0.6 is the rate, if it's more than that,, he's being a douche bag, fck um'
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:51:25
I really wouldn't get the clears that are prebuilt, because it's so much hassle to mod....

But cheaper, yeah? $0.80 USD seems to be the common price for clears, at least that's the price I got...

you have to factor in your labor dude.. It takes a LONG time to desolder 80 switches... desoldering is extremely time consuming, and a pita in general.

You'll also need to buy a desoldering pump which is another $25 dollars.
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: kelske on Tue, 11 June 2013, 21:54:08
I believe WASD is planning to release its version 2 keyboard with clear switches, and TKL (as per OP request). Also looks like it has some other cool features..

More here: http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/blog/may2013/
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 11 June 2013, 22:03:27
I believe WASD is planning to release its version 2 keyboard with clear switches, and TKL (as per OP request). Also looks like it has some other cool features..

More here: http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/blog/may2013/

yes, but the user accessible plate didn't make the features cut.. to prevent bad irresponsible criminals from opening the switches improperly and blaming wasd keyboards for faulty board.
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: dadgh on Tue, 11 June 2013, 22:05:26
I really wouldn't get the clears that are prebuilt, because it's so much hassle to mod....

But cheaper, yeah? $0.80 USD seems to be the common price for clears, at least that's the price I got...

that guy is trying to rip you off... 0.6 is the rate, if it's more than that,, he's being a douche bag, fck um'

It was 7-Bits buy and I already paid so that sucks for me then. At this point I'd just be happy if I get the switches at all, it's been almost 3 weeks.
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: davkol on Wed, 12 June 2013, 10:29:35
CM Storm is going to come out with one soon.   

Is there any definitive proof that this is true or are you just going by the quote that's like: "We're considering different types of switches and expect to see new switches in the future." when someone asked about Clears?

One of their representatives confirmed they'll be releasing a keyboard with clears IIRC. STFW
Title: Re: Any tenkeyless Cherry MX Clear keyboards out there?
Post by: Tarzan on Wed, 12 June 2013, 10:39:04
TG3-82.

Using one at work, and another at home.  Bullet-proof construction, lovely tactile feel. 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-TG3-BL82-MX-CLEAR-industrial-grade-Space-Saver-keyboard-/221229259491?pt=PCA_Mice_Trackballs&hash=item33824a9ae3