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Title: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:01:35
As the title says! Name the best looking (layout, casing, colors etc) you've ever seen!

Pics are welcome! :p
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: phx on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:03:48
my keyboards are the best, but my beauties are for my eyes only  ;D
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: jkercado on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:42:35
If we're talking about 100% stock, unmodified units, I'd say the Tex Beetle ranks right up there.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:46:44
If we're talking about 100% stock, unmodified units, I'd say the Tex Beetle ranks right up there.
Your keyboards? :O Pics or it didnt happen
my keyboards are the best, but my beauties are for my eyes only  ;D
Aye thats a damn nice beast, too bad no ISO model!

And as a further note, ALL keyboards (even if its just a clicking cap on a table writing the letter S eveywhere!) is acceptibru!

Engage you all damn nerds! ;D
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: yasuo on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:48:01
(http://xahlee.info/kbd/i3/utron_keyboard_02.jpg)

(http://cfile7.uf.tistory.com/image/153B9F5A4E0AECC560710A)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: kenmai9 on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:52:23
dem some shiny caps
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:54:37
(http://i.imgur.com/KZiSbrQ.jpg)

Sifo's LZ-S (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=33155.msg806574#msg806574)

(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/305DBE7C-62B4-481F-9634-CCFFA4F80956-9284-0000039FCA73DD4F_zpsd187b5f2.jpg)

Whiskerbox's LZ-S (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg797766#msg797766)


I'm also quite fond of how the KMAC looks. The anodization looks incredible.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Badwrench on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:55:15
For stock boards, it is the pure for me (yep, I am biased).

(http://tigerimports.net/sunshop/images/products/large_13624_PFCN6600-AEAVB_0_large.jpg)

However, of all time for me, it goes to either Binge's 2tu:
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/13574727/2TU/DSC04434.jpg) (image of Binge's board from the 2tu thread)

or DanGWanG's black and red phantom 150 in a litster case:
(http://i.imgur.com/4s6gl.jpg) (image from the phantom thread)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:55:23
Nice keyboards! Love the HHKB!

@dem shiny key caps dude - why shiney? Not PBT matte?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:56:17
****, how could I forget about the 2TU

/me drools

DanGWanG also had a Korean board that matched the Bulls colors. I loved that board.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:57:21
****, how could I forget about the 2TU

/me drools

DanGWanG also had a Korean board that matched the Bulls colors. I loved that board.
Too late, get oot!

Hey look at that, 60 posts!! I'M FREE!!!!!!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: yasuo on Tue, 13 August 2013, 09:58:00
(http://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/2006/1012/pfu_09.jpg)
More Details
http://pinchocodia.tistory.com/156 (http://pinchocodia.tistory.com/156)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: QueenXenon on Tue, 13 August 2013, 10:09:59
Show Image
(http://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/2006/1012/pfu_09.jpg)

More Details
http://pinchocodia.tistory.com/156 (http://pinchocodia.tistory.com/156)

I've definitely been pondering the viability of wooden key caps (and alternate materials in general), I'm stoked that someone did it
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 13 August 2013, 10:10:33
There's already a few woodcaps out besides this one. Nubbinator made one and I believe MK.com is now selling them.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:13:01
As the title says! Name the best looking (layout, casing, colors etc) you've ever seen!

Pics are welcome! :p

kurplop's ergodox

/thread
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photekq on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:35:49
(http://i.imgur.com/RIbU6uO.png)
356CL
(http://i.imgur.com/o2jBAxi.jpg)
356 Mini
http://www1.kbdmania.net/xe/index.php?mid=photo&sort_index=voted_count&order_type=desc&page=3&document_srl=5176086
LZ-SE (I prefer red 84-key but those photos are by far the best ones)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: czarek on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:56:17
Blue metallic filco with blank PBT caps :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Moosecraft on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:57:51
LZ-SE is by far my favorite, I prefer the red 84 key aswell.

After that it's a tie between 356mini and 356cl. Those goddamn koreans make so pretty boards/cases.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: calavera on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:04:17
all black dksaver. clean as fawk.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Findecanor on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:26:15
Unmodified, non-enthusiast keyboards: Sun Type 5.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Xenderwind on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:26:56
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/RIbU6uO.png)

356CL
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/o2jBAxi.jpg)

356 Mini
http://www1.kbdmania.net/xe/index.php?mid=photo&sort_index=voted_count&order_type=desc&page=3&document_srl=5176086
LZ-SE (I prefer red 84-key but those photos are by far the best ones)

For a second I got so excited because I thought that was your tek-80
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:28:09
What do you people think of the Lenovo Thinkpad layout keyboard (not the chiclet) (also, it IS a keyboard although mounted on a laptop lol)?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Lastpilot on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:32:42
I actually like the original KMAC 84 design. Some people may prefer the fancier LZ models but someone like me finds beauty in simplicity. Square aluminum blocks ftw!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Neo.X on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:52:35
All the Korean boards look great. I wish I could have money to buy them all.  :) :)

And HHKB2 and Realforce 10th anniversary version.

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: pixel5 on Tue, 13 August 2013, 13:54:40
Pretty much anything 60% aside from the Pure Pro. 60% is sexiest form factor.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tricheboars on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:11:53
i am going to agree that the special edition kkhb with the nutty caps and crazy metal case is the best looking "stock" keyboard but that thing was also 1000+ retail when it came out.  as far as "stock" boards the korean customs like the 356mini are just the bees knees. however i dont know if that is really a stock option.

mainstream board? i always thought the Macintosh Keyboard (M0110) was a freaking gorgeous piece of hardware. 60% before it was cool. old school retro and i even like the sun damaged ones. just some solid hardware. too bad apple couldnt make a descent keyboard to save their life now....

also original space cadet board!!! thats why i love my R4 SPH set!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:20:33
Either my LZ-S
(http://31.media.tumblr.com/73a5c4e97b94f76162117e419b41aa63/tumblr_mp16ex3Q7U1sp4awzo1_500.jpg)


or

456GT

(http://i.imgur.com/h5Qh5wR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qbXucIs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lfZxges.jpg)

or

HHKB HG

(http://i.imgur.com/mv7Y7f2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ADL6Xul.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YTz8Vo1.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:25:49
Maybe not as exotic as some of the keyboards mentioned in this thread, but I really liked Reaper's camo filco with dolch keycaps. It was pretty much the reason for me pursuing a matching clack + arrow cluster and becoming a member of geekhack in the first place. Before I was often on the keyboard forums at overclock.net and someone over there posted this picture that led me to geekhack. 

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/key%20caps/DSC08645.jpg)

Once my home- keyboard is done ( I need a few more hard to attain items) I reckon I like it over anything else. Not because other keyboards are not as good, but because it was entirely customized based on my own prefernce, so not surprisingly I really like it.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tricheboars on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:27:38
i am sorry but i really think camo is super ugly. am i the only one? you guys seem to love those bad boys.  however i bet that commando SPH set that is on sale in the group buys forum would look good on some camo. i just wouldnt ever own it or type on it.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:28:29
I don't really like camo on keyboards. But what I really wanted to say was, reaper has a gorgeous Filco lotus case. Forgot he had that beauty.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:29:50
I quite like my blank grey HHKB. That looks neat.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:34:07
(http://i.imgur.com/yNSoxMq.jpg)

Also screw camo
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: meiosis on Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:43:34
Black widow ultimate
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tricheboars on Tue, 13 August 2013, 15:51:10
Black widow ultimate

really?! so gaudy. so over the top. so unnecessary.

to each their own though. i am a simple retro man. you may see the boards i like as boring or dated/ancient.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: vivalarevolución on Tue, 13 August 2013, 15:58:25
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 13 August 2013, 16:05:46
Black widow ultimate

really?! so gaudy. so over the top. so unnecessary.

to each their own though. i am a simple retro man. you may see the boards i like as boring or dated/ancient.

Only for you: Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E 7
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 13 August 2013, 16:20:10
oh god i have some favorites i have to go looking now
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 13 August 2013, 16:49:54
ok, im not too keen on otd and kbd navigation, i've only been posting there for a month or so, so i cant find some of the ones that really sticked out to me, but here are a few
(http://i.imgur.com/ng96g9H.jpg)

Jd's Gh60 made me fall in love with that classic two toned set  :-*

(http://deskthority.net/resources/image/6812?sid=d8eb09196eb03d065161f5136abe0fe0)

Photekq already posted this, but this 356mini at full res is one of the sexiest boards i've ever laid eyes on
i want to do full photo build logs on my gh60s (and more) like this legend did when he built his 356mini

(http://i.imgur.com/hL6UTsy.png)

Cider aka my 60% idol had by far the most 60% swag
literally this guy takes god tier photos of the nicest 60%s in the world
this post in specific made my eyes explode with wonder
the glow of the orange backlighting..the nicest color scheme in the world..black on beige with orange underglow
the light doesnt bleed through the caps like ****ing SP does, and just look soo amazing
i'm modeling my first gh60 after it, lindy cable and all

...i have found a cherry logo windowed cap to go along with it as well but money needs to go somewhere else now ^^

(http://i.imgur.com/uVhMp1G.jpg)

i'm not a fan of tkl, full or 75%, but this photo made me fall in love with dolch.
the color of the case is what im chasing after to go alongside my 2 (maybe 3) sets of dolch for my gh60.


there are a ton more, im missing some from cider, duck, jackass, zenuty and tin

edit: the duck poker image dumped so i rehosted it
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Tue, 13 August 2013, 16:52:41
I have 3 favorites :)  My pink metallic Filco, Dianoda's LZ-MX with colorful LEDs and brushed aluminum orange spacebar, and Sifo's sky Blue LZ case: beautiful color.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 13 August 2013, 17:12:50
I don't give two ****s about what my keyboard looks like...

I never even took the protective sticker off my ergodox.

That's how much I don't care..


This is a keyboard... I look at the screen ONLY..


I am no longer bound to silly useless keyboard aesthetics.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: pixel5 on Tue, 13 August 2013, 18:28:36
I don't give two ****s about what my keyboard looks like...

I never even took the protective sticker off my ergodox.

That's how much I don't care..


This is a keyboard... I look at the screen ONLY..


I am no longer bound to silly useless keyboard aesthetics.

This belongs in that 'pretend to be a veteran' thread.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 13 August 2013, 18:32:23
I don't give two ****s about what my keyboard looks like...

I never even took the protective sticker off my ergodox.

That's how much I don't care..


This is a keyboard... I look at the screen ONLY..


I am no longer bound to silly useless keyboard aesthetics.

This belongs in that 'pretend to be a veteran' thread.

THIS THREAD EXISTS?!?!?!

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ruseupi on Tue, 13 August 2013, 18:57:17
(http://cfile25.uf.tistory.com/image/154ADF564DD8039B286B5E)(http://cfile28.uf.tistory.com/image/2505C54D51ACBCAC29973D)
(http://cfile10.uf.tistory.com/image/2427C23651AB7F83080ECB)(http://cfile23.uf.tistory.com/image/167B0E334DFFF3E91EE36B)
(http://cfile5.uf.tistory.com/image/03416E5051AE18DF02AA48)(http://cfile9.uf.tistory.com/image/19451A4F4DEDFF2E0562F0)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: muad on Tue, 13 August 2013, 19:17:00
For me nothing beats an HHKB or a poker II with 2 tone keycaps!

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6598050045_b7811aba44.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/o2dazone/6598050045/)
HHKB Pro 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/o2dazone/6598050045/) by o2dazone (http://www.flickr.com/people/o2dazone/), on Flickr

(http://www.flickr.com/photos/tad_zilla/8745955661/)

... but I will never own either, I need arrow and PG keys that are a little more intuitive
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Neo.X on Tue, 13 August 2013, 20:37:04
For me nothing beats an HHKB or a poker II with 2 tone keycaps!

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6598050045_b7811aba44.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/o2dazone/6598050045/)
HHKB Pro 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/o2dazone/6598050045/) by o2dazone (http://www.flickr.com/people/o2dazone/), on Flickr

Show Image
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/tad_zilla/8745955661/)


... but I will never own either, I need arrow and PG keys that are a little more intuitive

This is a very nice setup for HHKB. I really like to try it on my HHKB, but keycaps for Topre are so expensive.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Tue, 13 August 2013, 20:39:05
Forgot to include some photos:

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

And

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

/biased

Also should add Smeagol_RP's "Russian" Poker!
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46848
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 13 August 2013, 20:43:30
Smeagol's Russian Poker is so fine. But....IS IT JDCARPUPRLE FINE?

(http://i.imgur.com/7J7gvpb.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Tue, 13 August 2013, 20:45:11
Can't argue with glittery purple!  And it's even endorsed by Spock :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hyde on Tue, 13 August 2013, 21:32:07
Best ones I've seen from other people:

(have to say I'm actually not fan of skulls but the rest of the boards look nice and clean)

[attach=1]

[attach=2]

[attach=3]

My keyboards:

[attach=4]

[attach=5]

I know there are a lot of hate on Das Keyboard's gloss but you can't deny it looks really nice when clean.  :P

Oh also I owned a Blackwidow Ultimate for about a week before I return it to get a Das Keyboard, despite the hate and quality control issues but you have to admit it looks nice also.

[attach=6]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: vivalarevolución on Tue, 13 August 2013, 21:47:26
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.

Here we go.  Tipo33's Full Metal Filco:

[attachimg=1]

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: meiosis on Wed, 14 August 2013, 00:50:24
Black widow ultimate

really?! so gaudy. so over the top. so unnecessary.

to each their own though. i am a simple retro man. you may see the boards i like as boring or dated/ancient.

Was joking, it's far too flashy and superfluous.

I think the 356cl V2 is probably the best looking baord right now, followed by the koala boards from OTD.

HHKB Pro 2 is extremely sexy though, perhaps the best looking board in the end.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Lu_e on Wed, 14 August 2013, 02:23:40
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7107/7865641852_c3d7ec55c5_z.jpg)
(http://webwit.nl/input/ibm_industrial/issk/issk1.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Wed, 14 August 2013, 04:36:00
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yNSoxMq.jpg)


Also screw camo
Damn all this hate for camo lol.
But gotta agree! Sorry camo lovers - camo keyboards are for kids who watch G.I. Joe cartoons 24/7 :P
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Linkbane on Wed, 14 August 2013, 04:47:33
I don't own one, but judging on pictures, the Ducky Shine 3 is a nice looking board.
(http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/images/products/large_505_Shine3green_main.JPG)

Also, the Corsair K-series is really nice and their keycaps have a great feel. Too bad that they're MX Red..
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ruseupi on Wed, 14 August 2013, 05:12:41
(http://cfile27.uf.tistory.com/image/27082D4E51AB93AA0CF03C)

Handarbeit :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 14 August 2013, 05:23:51
Show Image
(http://cfile27.uf.tistory.com/image/27082D4E51AB93AA0CF03C)


Handarbeit :)

+1

/thread
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: MKULTRA on Wed, 14 August 2013, 05:56:18
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.

Here we go.  Tipo33's Full Metal Filco:

(Attachment Link)
I'll one up you

(http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk305/cr1515_photo/FilcoMetal.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Leslieann on Wed, 14 August 2013, 05:59:11
Out of the box, the KBT Race L.E. in all white ranks up there, very pretty, all the way to the PCB. If only it worked that well.  The Pink Filco is also exceptional (with or without the Lotus).

Modded, there are TONS of fantastic keyboards.
Currently, I like my (Not-A-) Filco.

Potato cam
(http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=45739.0;attach=28187;image)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: vivalarevolución on Wed, 14 August 2013, 06:16:03
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.

Here we go.  Tipo33's Full Metal Filco:

(Attachment Link)
I'll one up you

Show Image
(http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk305/cr1515_photo/FilcoMetal.jpg)


Ah, the sweet swell of metal in the morning.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Wed, 14 August 2013, 07:31:48
i am sorry but i really think camo is super ugly. am i the only one? you guys seem to love those bad boys.  however i bet that commando SPH set that is on sale in the group buys forum would look good on some camo. i just wouldnt ever own it or type on it.

No need to be sorry for anything. Different people are going to like different things. This is a given. I like camo. But like a lot of color schemes that I like, I would not use it myself. It would just look out of place because I tend to keep peripherals mostly black and/or white.

Damn all this hate for camo lol.
But gotta agree! Sorry camo lovers - camo keyboards are for kids who watch G.I. Joe cartoons 24/7 :P

Fair enough, but that applies to a lot of keyboards in this thread imho. Camo color scheme is not the only one reminiscent of Saturday morning cartoons.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: phx on Wed, 14 August 2013, 08:01:02
Forgot to include some photos:

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


And

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


/biased

Also should add Smeagol_RP's "Russian" Poker!
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46848

what's the bottom board?
been looking for a quality TKL backlit.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Xenderwind on Wed, 14 August 2013, 08:25:11
Forgot to include some photos:

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


And

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


/biased

Also should add Smeagol_RP's "Russian" Poker!
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46848

what's the bottom board?
been looking for a quality TKL backlit.
Thats a ducky, i think shine 2.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: phx on Wed, 14 August 2013, 08:35:28
Forgot to include some photos:

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


And

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


/biased

Also should add Smeagol_RP's "Russian" Poker!
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46848

what's the bottom board?
been looking for a quality TKL backlit.
Thats a ducky, i think shine 2.


o yeah... didn't notice the ducky caps there.
damit... Cherry stabilizer.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Wed, 14 August 2013, 09:57:10
i am sorry but i really think camo is super ugly. am i the only one? you guys seem to love those bad boys.  however i bet that commando SPH set that is on sale in the group buys forum would look good on some camo. i just wouldnt ever own it or type on it.

No need to be sorry for anything. Different people are going to like different things. This is a given. I like camo. But like a lot of color schemes that I like, I would not use it myself. It would just look out of place because I tend to keep peripherals mostly black and/or white.

Damn all this hate for camo lol.
But gotta agree! Sorry camo lovers - camo keyboards are for kids who watch G.I. Joe cartoons 24/7 :P

Fair enough, but that applies to a lot of keyboards in this thread imho. Camo color scheme is not the only one reminiscent of Saturday morning cartoons.

Well said, you.. um.. shark eating a woman?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: daerid on Wed, 14 August 2013, 09:59:31
Girl Shark bro. Girl Shark
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: kenmai9 on Wed, 14 August 2013, 11:10:38
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/830/realforce87.jpg)
realforce 87u white
i've been eyeing this keyboard recently. its beautiful.. i must make it mine.. SOON
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: oTurtlez on Wed, 14 August 2013, 11:13:35
Show Image
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/830/realforce87.jpg)

realforce 87u white
i've been eyeing this keyboard recently. its beautiful.. i must make it mine.. SOON

Got one of those in my backpack to my left as I type on the HHKB :) Add a red escape to the thing and it looks rather sharp. And if that's the silent one you were mentioning, it's got PURPLE plungers, indicative of the silencing ;)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: mauri on Wed, 14 August 2013, 11:14:23
Show Image
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/830/realforce87.jpg)

realforce 87u white
i've been eyeing this keyboard recently. its beautiful.. i must make it mine.. SOON

One thing I don't like is the really long overhang-thingy in the top, otherwise I'd prolly be set for life with this bad boy.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: kenmai9 on Wed, 14 August 2013, 11:18:32
Show Image
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/830/realforce87.jpg)

realforce 87u white
i've been eyeing this keyboard recently. its beautiful.. i must make it mine.. SOON

One thing I don't like is the really long overhang-thingy in the top, otherwise I'd prolly be set for life with this bad boy.

I think it adds character. It lets the desk know "HEY I'm a real ****ing keyboard" not some tiny QFR
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: oTurtlez on Wed, 14 August 2013, 11:21:39
Show Image
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/830/realforce87.jpg)

realforce 87u white
i've been eyeing this keyboard recently. its beautiful.. i must make it mine.. SOON

One thing I don't like is the really long overhang-thingy in the top, otherwise I'd prolly be set for life with this bad boy.

I think it adds character. It lets the desk know "HEY I'm a real ****ing keyboard" not some tiny QFR

Plus there's gotta be a nice place to put that beautiful ReΛlforce logo :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: skinnycow on Wed, 14 August 2013, 11:33:11
Show Image
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/830/realforce87.jpg)

realforce 87u white

I agree - I love the minimalist design of the realforce boards.

One thing that I've always hated about the popular boards you find at office max or wherever is all the "media buttons" for totally useless crap like sending an email, bringing up the calculator- annoying and pointless.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Thimplum on Wed, 14 August 2013, 12:38:21
Cherry G81 hands down.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: dadgh on Wed, 14 August 2013, 12:42:58

Show Image
(http://cfile10.uf.tistory.com/image/2427C23651AB7F83080ECB)



What kind of board is that?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Niomosy on Wed, 14 August 2013, 14:35:44
Embrace the granite.

(http://i.imgur.com/ehG0JrW.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: whileycoyote on Wed, 14 August 2013, 14:41:25
speaking of best looking keyboard might wanna check out this thread http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47024.0 (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47024.0) I must say the Feenix Autore could have everything beat
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: noisyturtle on Wed, 14 August 2013, 14:54:10
Non-modded, I know I knock Topre but HHKB has some sexy designs.

Modded, I still say Datamancer makes pure art.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Thimplum on Wed, 14 August 2013, 14:58:49
speaking of best looking keyboard might wanna check out this thread http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47024.0 (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47024.0) I must say the Feenix Autore could have everything beat

It does look pretty nice...
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Danule on Wed, 14 August 2013, 22:43:41
my keyboards are the best looking! :3

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

(http://i.imgur.com/sQhIcKf.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Larken on Wed, 14 August 2013, 23:54:15
As the title says! Name the best looking (layout, casing, colors etc) you've ever seen!

Pics are welcome! :p



kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Thu, 15 August 2013, 02:09:43
Non-modded, I know I knock Topre but HHKB has some sexy designs.

Modded, I still say Datamancer makes pure art.

(Attachment Link)
Holy mackaroni that's some deliciously sessi stuff!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 15 August 2013, 02:32:47
Show Image
(http://cfile27.uf.tistory.com/image/27082D4E51AB93AA0CF03C)


Handarbeit :)

+1

/thread

+2

/thread
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Moomoo on Thu, 15 August 2013, 03:02:54
Non-modded, I know I knock Topre but HHKB has some sexy designs.

Modded, I still say Datamancer makes pure art.

(Attachment Link)


Holy **** that looks so sweet
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Findecanor on Thu, 15 August 2013, 07:36:08
Embrace the granite.
I have always hated the granite... ever since I first saw an Indy back in the mid '90s.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Thu, 15 August 2013, 08:26:11
Embrace the granite.
I have always hated the granite... ever since I first saw an Indy back in the mid '90s.
Hey look at that it's a fellow Swedie! In Stockholm! I'm not alone anymore!!!!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ruseupi on Thu, 15 August 2013, 12:48:24

Show Image
(http://cfile10.uf.tistory.com/image/2427C23651AB7F83080ECB)



What kind of board is that?


(http://cfile7.uf.tistory.com/image/2153654E51AB7D4B2C28BE)

BTC-5100 : http://goo.gl/YTP4Bn

BTC Capacitive keyboard, not 5100C
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Thu, 15 August 2013, 14:13:58

Show Image
(http://cfile10.uf.tistory.com/image/2427C23651AB7F83080ECB)



What kind of board is that?
Wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo.. wo.. wait. Is THAT a Topre keyboard??!?!?


Show Image
(http://cfile7.uf.tistory.com/image/2153654E51AB7D4B2C28BE)


BTC-5100 : http://goo.gl/YTP4Bn

BTC Capacitive keyboard, not 5100C
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hypersphere on Thu, 15 August 2013, 14:49:33
Among the best-looking stock keyboards:

IBM Model M SSK
Tex Beetle
HHKB Pro 2
Dolch PAC 64
Cherry G80-3011 (Olivetti)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: insilica on Thu, 15 August 2013, 15:15:13
The ergoGP looks amazing tbh,

otherwise kurplop's ergodox
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ruseupi on Thu, 15 August 2013, 15:38:18

Show Image
(http://cfile10.uf.tistory.com/image/2427C23651AB7F83080ECB)



What kind of board is that?
Wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo.. wo.. wait. Is THAT a Topre keyboard??!?!?


Show Image
(http://cfile7.uf.tistory.com/image/2153654E51AB7D4B2C28BE)


BTC-5100 : http://goo.gl/YTP4Bn

BTC Capacitive keyboard, not 5100C


(http://cfile8.uf.tistory.com/image/0334AB5051AB7D47350E14)

"BTC" keyboard, not Topre :)
: made in taiwan
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: oaklandishh on Thu, 15 August 2013, 23:27:51
Kmac Mini. That layout is amazing.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: TheQsanity on Fri, 16 August 2013, 06:16:44
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Quardah on Fri, 16 August 2013, 12:17:46
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.

Here we go.  Tipo33's Full Metal Filco:

(Attachment Link)

Ok bro i'm sorry but you gotta tell me where you live just so i can rob this keyboard. Don't resist unless you really want me to also rape you.

Just give me the keyboard.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 16 August 2013, 12:25:42

I know, right? :))
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Sat, 17 August 2013, 08:42:49
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.

Here we go.  Tipo33's Full Metal Filco:

(Attachment Link)

Ok bro i'm sorry but you gotta tell me where you live just so i can rob this keyboard. Don't resist unless you really want me to also rape you.

Just give me the keyboard.
A raping cat.. Interesting.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ultratude on Sat, 17 August 2013, 09:05:52
Black or Pink 456GT.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: TheQsanity on Sat, 17 August 2013, 09:10:49
I always feel a bit more sexier when I watch Razer commercials.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: morpheus on Sat, 17 August 2013, 09:12:46
This thread is making me jelly. I can't stop looking though....
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: TheQsanity on Sat, 17 August 2013, 09:18:44
I don't look if I know I can't touch.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: skuko on Sat, 17 August 2013, 12:32:00
Could we get a picture of the Full Metal Filco, please?  That's a beaut.

Here we go.  Tipo33's Full Metal Filco:

(Attachment Link)
I'll one up you

Show Image
(http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk305/cr1515_photo/FilcoMetal.jpg)


that is one SEXY board
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Sat, 17 August 2013, 13:03:56
1800s and MX Minis!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: dman777 on Sat, 17 August 2013, 13:09:38
Ducky Shine series keyboards. If we are talking aesthetics, hands down winner.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hyde on Sat, 17 August 2013, 13:10:03

I know, right? :))

I second this.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: TheQsanity on Sat, 17 August 2013, 13:30:47
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hypersphere on Sat, 17 August 2013, 14:45:33
I also like the CM QF Stealth. It is a solid board that provides a great typing experience, especially with Cherry mx greens. The board looks good while looking down at the keys from above, but the font used for the front-printed legends is not my favorite. This board gets compared to the Filco MJ2 Ninja TKL. I own both the Filco and the CM and, between the two, I like the CM QF Stealth better. However, my preference is influenced heavily by performance rather than appearance: i.e., I find the typing experience with green switches in the CM to be superior to the typing experience with blue switches in the Filco. As for looks, the CM and Filco are about equal when viewed from above; from the front, the Filco wins for me, just because of the choice of font on the front-printed caps.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: davkol on Sat, 17 August 2013, 15:05:22

The best part is without the keyboard and muted. ^_^°
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Elrick on Sun, 18 August 2013, 02:11:00
Don't resist unless you really want me to also rape you.

Just give me the keyboard.

You know it's getting serious when someone wants to RAPE you, over a keyboard.  Only here on Geekhack and no where else.

Would of been far safer to simply cut his inside leg artery and watch him bleed over the place, then swipe his keyboard when he collapses  8) .
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Forsythe on Sun, 18 August 2013, 02:38:27
Obviously, Cheats and 456gt!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: llovro on Sun, 18 August 2013, 02:47:07
(http://i39.tinypic.com/2qkl0fp.jpg)
just going to leave this here...
And also, 456gt
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photekq on Sun, 18 August 2013, 02:50:42
As far as BS keyboards go... I think Snoopys is my favourite.

(http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33155.0;attach=30817;image)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 18 August 2013, 03:43:18
I didn't even know there WERE industrial SSKs! :eek:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Elrick on Sun, 18 August 2013, 04:45:37
I didn't even know there WERE industrial SSKs! :o

Yes they are, very rare and extremely pricey if and when they're put up for sale.  Still I would rather buy an extra GON keyboard or buy someone's completed Kmac.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 18 August 2013, 04:59:09
I didn't even know there WERE industrial SSKs! :o

Yes they are, very rare and extremely pricey if and when they're put up for sale.  Still I would rather buy an extra GON keyboard or buy someone's completed Kmac.

A standard SSK would do me very nicely thank you very much.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photekq on Sun, 18 August 2013, 05:00:32
dat industrial grey.doe

Sometimes I think I like grey too much..
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Burz on Mon, 19 August 2013, 04:37:44
 :-[
Most of you are apparently in need of eye exams.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 19 August 2013, 05:17:00
:-[
Most of you are apparently in need of eye exams.


Not at all - different boards appeal to different people.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 19 August 2013, 08:51:52
:-[
Most of you are apparently in need of eye exams.


I like your avatar!!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Findecanor on Mon, 19 August 2013, 09:35:08
As far as BS keyboards go... I think Snoopys is my favourite.
Ew, what a multicoloured monstrosity.
I find industrial SSKs with blank white and grey keycaps to be much classier. There was one at the DT party...

Other good-looking keyboards:
* Apple Extended Keyboard II.
* Kinesis Advantage
* Any white TKL with the Raindrop set...
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: justin.wu on Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:11:14
this is my best looking keyboard  :)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8112/8557429632_784424165e_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jewu8210/8557429632/)
Flickr 上 反光鏡的視野 (http://www.flickr.com/people/jewu8210/) 的 TEX03 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jewu8210/8557429632/)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8230/8556317331_f23911233a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jewu8210/8556317331/)
Flickr 上 反光鏡的視野 (http://www.flickr.com/people/jewu8210/) 的 TEX20 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jewu8210/8556317331/)

As the title says! Name the best looking (layout, casing, colors etc) you've ever seen!

Pics are welcome! :p
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hypersphere on Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:21:22
Yes, the Tex Beetle was in my short list of the best-looking stock keyboards. It looks great right out of the box -- it is not necessary to replace the keycaps or to add an aluminum case to make it look good.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tricheboars on Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:58:55
As far as BS keyboards go... I think Snoopys is my favourite.
Ew, what a multicoloured monstrosity.
I find industrial SSKs with blank white and grey keycaps to be much classier. There was one at the DT party...

Other good-looking keyboards:
* Apple Extended Keyboard II.
* Kinesis Advantage
* Any white TKL with the Raindrop set...

finally someone who agrees with me about old school apple boards. however, i am more of a Macintosh Keyboard (M0110)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photekq on Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:03:59
Ew, what a multicoloured monstrosity.
I find industrial SSKs with blank white and grey keycaps to be much classier. There was one at the DT party...

Other good-looking keyboards:
* Apple Extended Keyboard II.
* Kinesis Advantage
* Any white TKL with the Raindrop set...
It's all a matter of opinion.. What I like isn't what you like.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:06:24
Ew, what a multicoloured monstrosity.
I find industrial SSKs with blank white and grey keycaps to be much classier. There was one at the DT party...

Other good-looking keyboards:
* Apple Extended Keyboard II.
* Kinesis Advantage
* Any white TKL with the Raindrop set...
It's all a matter of opinion.. What I like isn't what you like.

I think an entire brass keyboard would be awesome!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photekq on Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:08:45
I think an entire brass keyboard would be awesome!
I think an entirely brass keyboard would tarnish too quickly..
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:19:51
I think an entire brass keyboard would be awesome!
I think an entirely brass keyboard would tarnish too quickly..

dreams dashed  :-[
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hypersphere on Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:32:52
Go with a Platinum-Iridium alloy. Of course, this would be rather expensive.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Quardah on Mon, 19 August 2013, 14:17:42
As far as BS keyboards go... I think Snoopys is my favourite.

Show Image
(http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33155.0;attach=30817;image)


Holy christ this color scheme is damn cool.

France color scheme lol pretty unique!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 19 August 2013, 19:09:14
Ew, what a multicoloured monstrosity.
I find industrial SSKs with blank white and grey keycaps to be much classier. There was one at the DT party...

Other good-looking keyboards:
* Apple Extended Keyboard II.
* Kinesis Advantage
* Any white TKL with the Raindrop set...
It's all a matter of opinion.. What I like isn't what you like.

I think an entire brass keyboard would be awesome!

Ask and ye shall receive: http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/sojourner/sojourner.htm
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hypersphere on Mon, 19 August 2013, 20:37:31
...

I think an entire brass keyboard would be awesome!
[/quote]
Ask and ye shall receive: http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/sojourner/sojourner.htm
[/quote]

Looks like you could pilot the Nautilus or the original Time Machine with that!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 19 August 2013, 21:13:17
Looks like you could pilot the Nautilus or the original Time Machine with that!

I think that's the idea ;)  Stempunk rulzors!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: terran5992 on Tue, 20 August 2013, 05:21:51
Ew, what a multicoloured monstrosity.
I find industrial SSKs with blank white and grey keycaps to be much classier. There was one at the DT party...

Other good-looking keyboards:
* Apple Extended Keyboard II.
* Kinesis Advantage
* Any white TKL with the Raindrop set...
It's all a matter of opinion.. What I like isn't what you like.

I think an entire brass keyboard would be awesome!

Ask and ye shall receive: http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/sojourner/sojourner.htm


Dat pricetag
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Tue, 20 August 2013, 07:08:53
+1 this thread!

Oh wait, IT'S MINE!  :-X
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 20 August 2013, 18:25:12
+1 this thread!

Oh wait, IT'S MINE!  :-X

Was it everything you were hoping for? ;)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: omegatony on Tue, 20 August 2013, 22:07:01
Either my LZ-S
Show Image
(http://31.media.tumblr.com/73a5c4e97b94f76162117e419b41aa63/tumblr_mp16ex3Q7U1sp4awzo1_500.jpg)



or

456GT

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/h5Qh5wR.jpg)

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

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


or

HHKB HG

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/mv7Y7f2.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ADL6Xul.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/YTz8Vo1.jpg)


HO LEE FUK. Do want the HHKB
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Magna224 on Wed, 21 August 2013, 07:33:01
Cherry G80-1800s IRL are very nice looking. I had never seen any before until I got into a fab and they're all over the place.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 21 August 2013, 09:04:55
STOP THE USELESS BLABLA I'M WATCHING THIS THREAD TO GET GLORIOUS GORGEOUS KEYBOARD PORN!
NOW POST SOME MORE PIXX I'M CARVING FOR THEM AAARRRRGGGGGGG

MORE PIXX LESS TXT D:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Thimplum on Wed, 21 August 2013, 09:57:04
SHMX
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: kenmai9 on Wed, 21 August 2013, 10:45:15
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61QBDCpxltL._SL1200_.jpg)
ima just post another realforce lol
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 21 August 2013, 11:05:40
Going to add masby's Poker to the list!!!

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35152.msg1006232#msg1006232

(http://l.mashby.com/c2kU+)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ShakeR on Wed, 21 August 2013, 11:54:44
In person, the best looking keyboard ever has to be the Ducky 78

I thought the pictures looked awesome until I saw it in person.  It literally blows you away with awesomeness.  We kept one for the showroom and we constantly get offers for double what it retailed for.  I'll never sell it. :)

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Kagusaki Wolf on Wed, 21 August 2013, 11:55:36
I don't know if this is considered a keyboard but it's definitely cool looking  ;D
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ShakeR on Wed, 21 August 2013, 11:57:31
Non-Backlit Best Looking goes to the Pro PBT Dark Grey and Blue IMO.  There are some ErgoDox customs that are right up there though.  This one's a little tougher.



Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Wed, 21 August 2013, 13:51:03
+1 this thread!

Oh wait, IT'S MINE!  :-X

Was it everything you were hoping for? ;)
My life goal has been accomplished. I can now die in peace <3
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: UniClown on Wed, 21 August 2013, 13:56:53
The owner of this board escapes me, but this was one of the sexiest boards at Keycon 2013 (photo courtesy of Dianoda)
(http://i.minus.com/jZgWJgK1toThw.jpg)

I just love the CMYK dolch combo on the classic dolch board. Yum.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ShakeR on Wed, 21 August 2013, 14:08:36
Going to add masby's Poker to the list!!!

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35152.msg1006232#msg1006232

Show Image
(http://l.mashby.com/c2kU+)


Very nice.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 21 August 2013, 14:11:34
The owner of this board escapes me, but this was one of the sexiest boards at Keycon 2013 (photo courtesy of Dianoda)
Show Image
(http://i.minus.com/jZgWJgK1toThw.jpg)


I just love the CMYK dolch combo on the classic dolch board. Yum.

Oh hey.  That's mine!  Glad you like it.  :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tjcaustin on Wed, 21 August 2013, 14:15:07
The new 40% board coming looks like it'll be nice.  Also, the two boards kaliet has made available to geekhack, too.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Icte on Wed, 21 August 2013, 14:26:32
The new 40% board coming looks like it'll be nice.  Also, the two boards kaliet has made available to geekhack, too.
Pics or it didn't happen.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 21 August 2013, 14:27:19
In person, the best looking keyboard ever has to be the Ducky 78

I thought the pictures looked awesome until I saw it in person.  It literally blows you away with awesomeness.  We kept one for the showroom and we constantly get offers for double what it retailed for.  I'll never sell it. :)

I did see that board in person ShakeR. It LOOKED very very nice. The colors were amazing.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Quardah on Wed, 21 August 2013, 14:36:29
Thanks people for all these glorious pictures of keyboard porn.

I still demand Moar this thread is not D.E.D

tyvm
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Calyx on Wed, 21 August 2013, 18:56:54
I'll have to say this is the best looking keyboard...

(http://squeezehead.com/uniform-keyboard/ha2.jpg)

http://www.soundonsound.com/forum/showflat.php?Number=1009024

Either that or this more traditional keyboard...

(http://homeideasmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1-red-grand-piano.jpeg)

 :thumb:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Mamajam on Wed, 21 August 2013, 19:13:07
I'll have to say this is the best looking keyboard...

Show Image
(http://squeezehead.com/uniform-keyboard/ha2.jpg)


http://www.soundonsound.com/forum/showflat.php?Number=1009024

Either that or this more traditional keyboard...

Show Image
(http://homeideasmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1-red-grand-piano.jpeg)


 :thumb:

 I bet you are really happy with yourself  :))
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Glod on Wed, 21 August 2013, 19:35:56
kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.

agreed

I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)
it looks good even in a potato picture!

speaking of ergodox, it may be lame to throw in my own keyboard but i think it was pretty damn amazing when i just added varnish to the wrist rest kurplop made and added the retro dsa key caps (i ended up taking the retro off though....)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8945584872_afa1536225.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/8945584872/)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: kps on Wed, 21 August 2013, 19:55:25
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2162/2420562054_8b499be339_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mwichary/2420562054/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mwichary/2420562054/) by Marcin Wichary (http://www.flickr.com/people/mwichary/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 21 August 2013, 20:27:13
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2162/2420562054_8b499be339_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mwichary/2420562054/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mwichary/2420562054/) by Marcin Wichary (http://www.flickr.com/people/mwichary/), on Flickr


The reason why QWERTY was invented.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Quardah on Thu, 22 August 2013, 07:21:16
Show Image
kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.

agreed

I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)
it looks good even in a potato picture!

speaking of ergodox, it may be lame to throw in my own keyboard but i think it was pretty damn amazing when i just added varnish to the wrist rest kurplop made and added the retro dsa key caps (i ended up taking the retro off though....)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8945584872_afa1536225.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/8945584872/)

Man this is incredible.
Both these boards man... dem b04rdz
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: scruffles on Thu, 22 August 2013, 08:04:32
Show Image
(http://cfile25.uf.tistory.com/image/154ADF564DD8039B286B5E)


What keyboard is this ? It looks like an hhkb... But I've never heard of this edition
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: meiosis on Thu, 22 August 2013, 08:11:05
Show Image
(http://cfile25.uf.tistory.com/image/154ADF564DD8039B286B5E)


What keyboard is this ? It looks like an hhkb... But I've never heard of this edition

Fujitsu makes HHKB's I believe that was the model before they named it HHKB
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: scruffles on Thu, 22 August 2013, 15:05:01
Show Image
(http://cfile25.uf.tistory.com/image/154ADF564DD8039B286B5E)


What keyboard is this ? It looks like an hhkb... But I've never heard of this edition

Fujitsu makes HHKB's I believe that was the model before they named it HHKB

So I appreciate the response, but from what I understand PFU Limited has made HHKBs since 1996, and were only acquired by Fujitsu in 2010.

For reference, here's a pic of the original HHKB - you can see it says PFU on it, not Fujitsu:
http://hack.org/mc/images/hhkb1-small.jpg

I'm still left wondering what keyboard or edition that black and gold model is...
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ruseupi on Fri, 23 August 2013, 12:22:29
Show Image
(http://cfile25.uf.tistory.com/image/154ADF564DD8039B286B5E)


What keyboard is this ? It looks like an hhkb... But I've never heard of this edition

(http://img2.ruliweb.com/img/img_link3/101298_5.jpg?t=1108093530)

HHKB Professional ver.GOLDTITANS
: http://pinchocodia.tistory.com/54
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 23 August 2013, 12:51:20
Show Image
kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.

agreed

I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)
it looks good even in a potato picture!

speaking of ergodox, it may be lame to throw in my own keyboard but i think it was pretty damn amazing when i just added varnish to the wrist rest kurplop made and added the retro dsa key caps (i ended up taking the retro off though....)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8945584872_afa1536225.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/8945584872/)


I agree the incredible workmanship defies logic; however so does the design.

If you put the ball in the center of the board like that, and so high up, you have to lift your hand to use it.

If you are sitting well above the device. this may not be a large lift. but if you're just chilling in your seat. you may have to lift your entire shoulder to use the ball effectively.

(http://www.cute-factor.com/images/smilies/onion/f529a952.gif)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: kurplop on Fri, 23 August 2013, 15:54:31
I appreciate it when people scrutinize my work; it helps me to see what I may have overlooked.

Tp4tissue-  I understand your concern about the ball placement but in this case it's unwarranted, at least for me. I use the tray at a roughly 10-15ş negative slope. This prevents any wrist extension while using either the keyboard or tray. I should know; my right hand only extends 15ş back and is painful with any extension. That is why I have modified trackballs into trays in the past. Also, the tray allows me to keep the keyboard from being too high which is something to be concerned about with tenting..The concern I initially had was that the arcade buttons ended up being higher than what I thought optimal, however after a few days of use I pretty much forgot about that. What took me longer to adapt to was the center placement. I remember early on thinking I made a big mistake because it seemed unnatural being there. I think it took about three weeks before I stopped reaching to the right for the ball. Now I'm wondering if I should go back to a right ball on my next project. I'm pretty slow at learning new things.

My initial search for this forum was driven by my ergonomic needs. I can assure you, if my tray wasn't the best, most comfortable solution for my needs, it would be kindling for my next campfire.  Form should always follow function.

Thanks for the response. I almost always enjoy your insightful, albeit pointed comments.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: microsoft windows on Fri, 23 August 2013, 18:18:19
HERE IS THE BEST LOOKING KEYBOARD. IT WAS DESIGNED FOR WINDOWS 98. IT HAS LOTS OF MULTIMEDIA AND IS VERY INNOVATIVE.
(http://www.technewsdaily.com/images/i/000/000/697/original/dirty-keyboard-02.jpg?1348086029)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 23 August 2013, 19:08:29
HERE IS THE BEST LOOKING KEYBOARD. IT WAS DESIGNED FOR WINDOWS 98. IT HAS LOTS OF MULTIMEDIA AND IS VERY INNOVATIVE.
Show Image
(http://www.technewsdaily.com/images/i/000/000/697/original/dirty-keyboard-02.jpg?1348086029)


Your face is a keyboard. And you're hitting it with a book.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Rafen on Fri, 23 August 2013, 19:17:21
Going to add masby's Poker to the list!!!

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35152.msg1006232#msg1006232

Show Image
(http://l.mashby.com/c2kU+)


Man, that is one sexy looking Poker!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 23 August 2013, 19:20:34
This thread was over after someone posted the HHKB HG Japan.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Morwrath on Fri, 23 August 2013, 19:22:10
HERE IS THE BEST LOOKING KEYBOARD. IT WAS DESIGNED FOR WINDOWS 98. IT HAS LOTS OF MULTIMEDIA AND IS VERY INNOVATIVE.
Show Image
(http://www.technewsdaily.com/images/i/000/000/697/original/dirty-keyboard-02.jpg?1348086029)


Note to self: Don't post while drunk.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Thimplum on Fri, 23 August 2013, 19:25:47
HERE IS THE BEST LOOKING KEYBOARD. IT WAS DESIGNED FOR WINDOWS 98. IT HAS LOTS OF MULTIMEDIA AND IS VERY INNOVATIVE.
Show Image
(http://www.technewsdaily.com/images/i/000/000/697/original/dirty-keyboard-02.jpg?1348086029)


Note to self: Don't post while drunk.

Communist Capybara loved the chair.

Or was it a CheeseBurgerCatFace in a cloud?

I forgot these things.

Or is a chair in the Capybara?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: noisyturtle on Fri, 23 August 2013, 19:40:08
[attachimg=1]
this sexy lubed and stickered ergo-clear
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 24 August 2013, 03:27:58
(Attachment Link)
this sexy lubed and stickered ergo-clear

Matching Clack.

Bonus point for sentry bot standing guard.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: davkol on Sat, 24 August 2013, 04:03:56
HERE IS THE BEST LOOKING KEYBOARD. IT WAS DESIGNED FOR WINDOWS 98. IT HAS LOTS OF MULTIMEDIA AND IS VERY INNOVATIVE.
Show Image
(http://www.technewsdaily.com/images/i/000/000/697/original/dirty-keyboard-02.jpg?1348086029)


Am I the only one who remembers the legitballin's I-pooped-on-my-keyboard-while-playing-StarCraft-naked keyboard?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: microsoft windows on Sun, 25 August 2013, 09:20:17
(Attachment Link)
this sexy lubed and stickered ergo-clear

THAT KEYBOARD STINKS. WHERE ARE THE MULTIMEDIA BUTTONS?

AT LEAST IT'S GOT WINDOWS KEYS THOUGH.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 25 August 2013, 21:58:41
(Attachment Link)
this sexy lubed and stickered ergo-clear

THAT KEYBOARD STINKS. WHERE ARE THE MULTIMEDIA BUTTONS?

AT LEAST IT'S GOT WINDOWS KEYS THOUGH.

WHY DO YOU ALWAYS TYPE IN CAPS?  :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 25 August 2013, 22:48:08
(Attachment Link)
this sexy lubed and stickered ergo-clear

THAT KEYBOARD STINKS. WHERE ARE THE MULTIMEDIA BUTTONS?

AT LEAST IT'S GOT WINDOWS KEYS THOUGH.

WHY DO YOU ALWAYS TYPE IN CAPS?  :)

Because he's using an old version of Windows which is really just MS-DOS with a basic GUI on top, and limited to 8.3 uppercase filenames ;)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: demik on Sun, 25 August 2013, 22:52:12
Going to add masby's Poker to the list!!!

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35152.msg1006232#msg1006232

Show Image
(http://l.mashby.com/c2kU+)


id have to go with this.

due to simplicity.

only way it'd be better is if the case was red and the keys were red on white. then it would be perfect.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: MKULTRA on Sun, 25 August 2013, 22:54:04
(http://acidfire.ca/keyboard/BDY14173.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: JPG on Sun, 25 August 2013, 22:57:03
Show Image
kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.

Man your dox is just awesome!

agreed

I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)
it looks good even in a potato picture!

speaking of ergodox, it may be lame to throw in my own keyboard but i think it was pretty damn amazing when i just added varnish to the wrist rest kurplop made and added the retro dsa key caps (i ended up taking the retro off though....)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8945584872_afa1536225.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/8945584872/)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: jameslr on Sun, 25 August 2013, 23:19:46
I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)

I think I might be dead inside.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Sun, 25 August 2013, 23:20:59
I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)

I feel intimidated!  And a bit awed.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: o2dazone on Tue, 01 October 2013, 16:39:38
Show Image
kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.

agreed

I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)
it looks good even in a potato picture!

speaking of ergodox, it may be lame to throw in my own keyboard but i think it was pretty damn amazing when i just added varnish to the wrist rest kurplop made and added the retro dsa key caps (i ended up taking the retro off though....)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8945584872_afa1536225.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/8945584872/)


good lord (http://i.somethingawful.com/forumsystem/emoticons/emot-gizz.gif)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: divito on Tue, 01 October 2013, 16:56:23
Sifo's Miami is pretty stellar.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Glod on Tue, 01 October 2013, 17:29:20
Sifo's Miami is pretty stellar.

^ i agree with this, its one of the best looking boards ive seen. <3 GON
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 01 October 2013, 18:04:43
Show Image
kurplop's ergodox

/thread

gotta agree with this one.

agreed

I mean, who the hell doesn't "feel" something when they see this?
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/8731881950_8934f994f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kurplop/8731881950/)
it looks good even in a potato picture!

speaking of ergodox, it may be lame to throw in my own keyboard but i think it was pretty damn amazing when i just added varnish to the wrist rest kurplop made and added the retro dsa key caps (i ended up taking the retro off though....)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8945584872_afa1536225.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/panicfx/8945584872/)


good lord
Show Image
(http://i.somethingawful.com/forumsystem/emoticons/emot-gizz.gif)



There is something timeless about those, isn't there :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: metalliqaz on Tue, 01 October 2013, 18:36:00
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: metalliqaz on Tue, 01 October 2013, 18:44:26
I'm partial to The Cheat

(http://i.imgur.com/FNTOYY9.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 01 October 2013, 20:32:00
(http://i.imgur.com/3Dg99.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: dorkvader on Tue, 01 October 2013, 20:52:30
best looking? Glass keyboard:
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Tue, 01 October 2013, 20:54:48
best looking? Glass keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)


That's indeed a great looking piece.  But probably uncomfortable.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: divito on Tue, 01 October 2013, 20:56:44
best looking? Glass keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)


Mmm.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: HAL9000 on Wed, 02 October 2013, 08:41:51
Show Image
(http://cfile28.uf.tistory.com/image/2505C54D51ACBCAC29973D)

A beauty - best Ctrl and Alt keys I have seen in a long time.
When I saw this one on ebay I thought I am going to cannibalize one of my Model F's - but I don't think they will fit.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Dansor on Wed, 02 October 2013, 11:11:06
Not everybody's cup of tea, but the Star Wars touchpad keyboard is pretty sweet looking, if you don't object to the flashiness of it.
http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Republic-Gaming-Keyboard/dp/B00635MTPA
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: flaming_june on Wed, 02 October 2013, 14:21:34
That glass keyboard looks great

or DanGWanG's black and red phantom 150 in a litster case:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4s6gl.jpg)
(image from the phantom thread)

That's LITERALLY, the best looking keyboard, ever.

That's right, I said it, I meant it, and I'm here to represent it.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: C5Allroad on Wed, 02 October 2013, 20:32:19
Hmm that glass keyboard looks so uncomfortable. Imagine how slow we would type...
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Morwrath on Wed, 02 October 2013, 20:47:37
(http://i.imgur.com/UOcWnGO.jpg)
Someone posted it on GH a while back, looks so sick hhhnnnnng.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 02 October 2013, 20:48:51
That's Dianoda's LZ.  Already mentioned it here :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: sth on Wed, 02 October 2013, 21:04:18
(http://cdn2.sbnation.com/entry_photo_images/2462619/pro2_overview_b_l_large_verge_medium_landscape.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: C5Allroad on Thu, 03 October 2013, 19:42:49
That looks so clean.  :thumb:
Where can I find the thread about the ugliest keyboards? I know there is one I just can't seem to find it.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: terrpn on Thu, 03 October 2013, 20:00:47
flynn's g80-1800's...........
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: KangarooZombies on Thu, 03 October 2013, 20:02:53
Show Image
(http://cdn2.sbnation.com/entry_photo_images/2462619/pro2_overview_b_l_large_verge_medium_landscape.jpg)


Yep.

Just came here to agree with this.

Blank white HHKB is a thing of beauty.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: jonathanyu on Thu, 03 October 2013, 20:04:24
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UOcWnGO.jpg)

Someone posted it on GH a while back, looks so sick hhhnnnnng.
is that red alert or something else?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: UniClown on Thu, 03 October 2013, 20:11:28
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UOcWnGO.jpg)

Someone posted it on GH a while back, looks so sick hhhnnnnng.
is that red alert or something else?

It is BSP PBT dyesub with red font.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: jonathanyu on Thu, 03 October 2013, 21:30:36
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/UOcWnGO.jpg)

Someone posted it on GH a while back, looks so sick hhhnnnnng.
is that red alert or something else?

It is BSP PBT dyesub with red font.
oh, i see
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Grim Fandango on Fri, 04 October 2013, 05:08:28
best looking? Glass keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)


It has a certain appeal since it is so clean.

But it also looks like a weight scale.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 04 October 2013, 05:14:12
No tactile feedback.  In fact no feedback of any sort.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Reomero on Fri, 04 October 2013, 06:08:47
A stock graphite Leopold FC700R looks mad sexy. It's a shame the legends wear out so easily (I'd love to have one with the blank caps seen on Leopold's site).
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: sprit on Tue, 08 October 2013, 03:20:07
Maybe this?     http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Apple_Macintosh_Plus_Keyboard.jpg

[attach=1]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: SNF on Tue, 08 October 2013, 03:55:45
HHKB :thumb:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 08 October 2013, 04:44:28
Maybe this?     http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Apple_Macintosh_Plus_Keyboard.jpg

Actually that is extremely similar to HHKB layout.  I hadn't noticed that before.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hypersphere on Tue, 08 October 2013, 08:49:53
Maybe this?     http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Apple_Macintosh_Plus_Keyboard.jpg

It does have a beautiful symmetry, and as another poster observed it is reminiscent of the HHKB Pro 2, which is another good-looking keyboard.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: dorkvader on Tue, 08 October 2013, 10:18:40
I prefer the ANSI version, as that thin wedge of an ISO enter key looks out of place.

Which layout is QZERTY again? Italian I think?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: sprit on Tue, 08 October 2013, 10:38:04
best looking? Glass keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)

Amazing!  what is this model?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Linkbane on Tue, 08 October 2013, 11:09:54
best looking? Glass keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)


Oh, the finger pain!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: boost on Tue, 08 October 2013, 11:12:59
GT
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Tue, 08 October 2013, 16:54:53
GT
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)


The night black case + beige...dreamy..
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: jcrouse on Tue, 08 October 2013, 21:15:10
GT
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)

I think its those caps. I have a set and just took them off of my titanium kmac2 about an hour ago. They look so clean and crisp on a dark case, probably my favorite combo of the stuff I own, oh, and they feel great to type on, also.

John
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: HaaTa on Tue, 08 October 2013, 23:47:48
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/9727585457_a2754e386a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9727585457/)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3811/9730809564_febbf78b16_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9730809564/)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/9727581523_f7021242f0_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9727581523/)


Honourable Mentions:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-1cMyE9OVzY4/T-dsABWx9dI/AAAAAAAAG4Y/9A8XjDBw7RU/w1087-h815-no/2012-06-24+15.23.30.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U8AZZSzSfYM/TuW77qNcIjI/AAAAAAAADTs/s_yZeyVWM34/w1087-h815-no/univacfront.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 09 October 2013, 00:22:12
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=49458.0

/thread
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Wed, 09 October 2013, 12:50:58
I know everyone has their opinions on the light saver, but damn i think it's sexy

(http://cfile28.uf.tistory.com/original/2652B73F5252ACD11BE9CC)

credit goes to duck's site
http://duck0113.tistory.com/?page=1
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Niomosy on Wed, 09 October 2013, 12:53:59
best looking? Glass keyboard:
Show Image
(http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/11/28/Keyboard_1.JPG)


First thought.

REQUEST ACCESS TO MASTER CONTROL PROGRAM, USER CODE 00-DILLINGER.
PASSWORD: MASTER

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 09 October 2013, 12:54:08
I know everyone has their opinions on the light saver, but damn i think it's sexy

Show Image
(http://cfile28.uf.tistory.com/original/2652B73F5252ACD11BE9CC)


credit goes to duck's site
http://duck0113.tistory.com/?page=1

yeah 10/10
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Niomosy on Wed, 09 October 2013, 13:36:34
Would love this color scheme.

(http://i.imgur.com/1fcxPWd.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: keymaster on Wed, 09 October 2013, 13:47:57
Full-size:
Simply glorious.

(http://i.imgur.com/RhgxbF4.jpg)

TKL:
This would be perfect with a regular, non-red Esc key.

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


This is the best looking Korean keyboard, imo. The design and curves are just right. The Dolch set is perfect for this keyboard and color.

(http://i.imgur.com/wXeKbEE.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: bazemk1979 on Wed, 09 October 2013, 18:00:54
I know everyone has their opinions on the light saver, but damn i think it's sexy

Show Image
(http://cfile28.uf.tistory.com/original/2652B73F5252ACD11BE9CC)


credit goes to duck's site
http://duck0113.tistory.com/?page=1
I like the board and I spoke to the guy that makes it, he says its a pain in the rear end to map the keys.I'm still scratching my head how Triker software works, but lucky me the TrikX works out the box. That board don't need the side acrylic upgrades....

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: amasokin on Thu, 10 October 2013, 09:35:36
HoffmanMyster's Dolch, already posted a bit earlier in this thread:
(http://i.imgur.com/vEUF3Pl.jpg)

and

Sifo's GON NS 87 Miami (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47644.msg1048405#msg1048405):
(http://i.imgur.com/P1hzD8l.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: microsoft windows on Thu, 10 October 2013, 09:53:16
My keyboard is the best looking one.
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: esoomenona on Thu, 10 October 2013, 10:19:24
My keyboard is the best looking one.
(Attachment Link)

That thing doesn't even have a Windows key!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Thu, 10 October 2013, 10:22:54
My keyboard is the best looking one.
(Attachment Link)

That thing doesn't even have a Windows key!

He doesn't need one. After all, he IS Microsoft Windows...
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 10 October 2013, 15:54:31
My keyboard is the best looking one.
(Attachment Link)

That thing doesn't even have a Windows key!

That's the point, isn't it?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 10 October 2013, 16:21:52
HoffmanMyster's Dolch, already posted a bit earlier in this thread:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vEUF3Pl.jpg)


Heh.  I'm glad you like it!  :D
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 10 October 2013, 16:43:06
HoffmanMyster's Dolch, already posted a bit earlier in this thread:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vEUF3Pl.jpg)


Heh.  I'm glad you like it!  :D

Definitely has a certain appeal to it :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: spiceBar on Thu, 10 October 2013, 17:18:48
Show Image
Show Image
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/9727585457_a2754e386a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9727585457/)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3811/9730809564_febbf78b16_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9730809564/)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/9727581523_f7021242f0_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9727581523/)


Honourable Mentions:
Show Image
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-1cMyE9OVzY4/T-dsABWx9dI/AAAAAAAAG4Y/9A8XjDBw7RU/w1087-h815-no/2012-06-24+15.23.30.jpg)

Show Image
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U8AZZSzSfYM/TuW77qNcIjI/AAAAAAAADTs/s_yZeyVWM34/w1087-h815-no/univacfront.jpg)


Yes, there was a time when the parenthesis were on 8 and 9! My old TRS-80 was like that. There was nothing on Shift-Zero, so on an updated version they used this as a CapsLock (the first version could only display uppercases).
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 10 October 2013, 17:32:01
Show Image
Show Image
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/9727585457_a2754e386a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9727585457/)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3811/9730809564_febbf78b16_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9730809564/)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7299/9727581523_f7021242f0_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/triplehaata/9727581523/)


Honourable Mentions:
Show Image
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-1cMyE9OVzY4/T-dsABWx9dI/AAAAAAAAG4Y/9A8XjDBw7RU/w1087-h815-no/2012-06-24+15.23.30.jpg)

Show Image
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U8AZZSzSfYM/TuW77qNcIjI/AAAAAAAADTs/s_yZeyVWM34/w1087-h815-no/univacfront.jpg)


Yes, there was a time when the parenthesis were on 8 and 9! My old TRS-80 was like that. There was nothing on Shift-Zero, so on an updated version they used this as a CapsLock (the first version could only display uppercases).

Heh and shift 2 was a double-quote!

And space bars were almost as wide as the keyboard.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Neo.X on Thu, 10 October 2013, 20:57:14
This is the best looking Korean keyboard, imo. The design and curves are just right. The Dolch set is perfect for this keyboard and color.

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


I have the exact same one, with the same keysets. It's the most beautiful keyboard I own, and of course the most expensive one as well. Beauty is not cheap.  ;)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: bazemk1979 on Thu, 10 October 2013, 21:13:53
This is the best looking Korean keyboard, imo. The design and curves are just right. The Dolch set is perfect for this keyboard and color.

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


I have the exact same one, with the same keysets. It's the most beautiful keyboard I own, and of course the most expensive one as well. Beauty is not cheap.  ;)

How much it costed via GB trough LZ?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: MJ45 on Fri, 11 October 2013, 07:44:57
Here is my Phantom Space Cadet style with vintage blacks 62g and metalic black case.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: microsoft windows on Fri, 11 October 2013, 11:21:36

My keyboard is the best looking one.
(Attachment Link)

That thing doesn't even have a Windows key!

I'm glad you have set the proper priorities in your keyboard evaluation! You have a good eye.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: unicomp_uc on Fri, 11 October 2013, 15:16:23
This is the best looking Korean keyboard, imo. The design and curves are just right. The Dolch set is perfect for this keyboard and color.

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


I have the exact same one, with the same keysets. It's the most beautiful keyboard I own, and of course the most expensive one as well. Beauty is not cheap.  ;)

that looks sweet. Congrats on the great keyboard. Out of curiousity where/how do you get something like that?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 12 June 2014, 00:30:03
This is the best looking Korean keyboard, imo. The design and curves are just right. The Dolch set is perfect for this keyboard and color.

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


LZ MX MINI SE mmmmm

I should get a dolch to put on it, but dolch doesn;t have A profile that dyesubs do :'(
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Hak Foo on Thu, 12 June 2014, 00:36:00
The old Intergraph boards with the big bank of panels above the actual keys are neat, but the layouts are mediocre.

The Focus 9000 is nice in a similar theme, but again, mediocre layout.  It is nice to see a big, vintage board, without lots of empty space.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: divito on Thu, 12 June 2014, 00:41:34
Here is my Phantom Space Cadet style with vintage blacks 62g and metalic black case.

Such a nice color scheme.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ullr on Thu, 12 June 2014, 03:46:09
Going to have to put in another vote for the HHKB HG.

[attachimg=1]

This is the keyboard that first made me see that a keyboard can be gorgeous.

[attachimg=2]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Frenir on Thu, 12 June 2014, 03:51:34
The HHKB is by far the most elegant board there is.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8250/8514258995_fb9bc6ecec_o.jpg)

Image Credit: o2daZone (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40658.msg811708#msg811708)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Kayla on Thu, 12 June 2014, 04:27:50
Sifo's GON NS 87 Miami (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47644.msg1048405#msg1048405):
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P1hzD8l.jpg)


oh god sifo why couldnt you be my neighbor or something ;-;
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ideus on Thu, 12 June 2014, 08:44:16
The HHKB is by far the most elegant board there is.

Show Image
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8250/8514258995_fb9bc6ecec_o.jpg)


Image Credit: o2daZone (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40658.msg811708#msg811708)

Hotness!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: CaptLock on Thu, 12 June 2014, 10:51:49
Great pic!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Battou62 on Thu, 12 June 2014, 11:13:57
GT
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)


Ideal imo, if only it was full size :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 12 June 2014, 11:15:30
GT
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)


Ideal imo, if only it was full size :)

Why would you want full size? TKL+numpad is so much more versatile
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Battou62 on Thu, 12 June 2014, 11:21:23
GT
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)


Ideal imo, if only it was full size :)

Why would you want full size? TKL+numpad is so much more versatile

I know. F*ck me for having opinions, right :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Pacifist on Thu, 12 June 2014, 11:25:00
GT
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Df5c72a.jpg)


Ideal imo, if only it was full size :)

Why would you want full size? TKL+numpad is so much more versatile

I know. F*ck me for having opinions, right :)
just wondering why you prefer a set layout to a more interchangeable system. Is it for the 100% solid metal case?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: airlangga07 on Thu, 12 June 2014, 13:34:20
this thread definitely not good for my wallet. oh but the joy and pleasure just by looking.........
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tribade on Thu, 12 June 2014, 14:59:46
Tsangan's KMAC mini with vintage set:

(http://i.imgur.com/jIxijB5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6UrzD9c.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sL0S5Nf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XQ2wQp8.jpg)

Of course I'm pretty freaking biased since I own it  :thumb:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Demetrium on Thu, 12 June 2014, 15:36:23
I really like the look of the NEO 87 Zelia for some reason. I think it's because it's so minimalist, there's really no frame and it's a 10keyless. It's also pretty cool how high off the backplane the keys look.

I want to try one but I hear they're a pain in the butt and aren't the best build quality.

(http://i00.i.aliimg.com/wsphoto/v0/1050575296/Neo-neohardware-87-zelia-font-b-wireless-b-font-font-b-mechanical-b-font-font-b.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: pasph on Thu, 12 June 2014, 17:24:00
Datamancer
(http://www.datamancer.com/cart/bmz_cache/b/bd836f2b3bc8a8498be6d3f883e19e99.image.733x550.jpg)
(http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/industrial/industrialkeyboard3.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: exit on Fri, 13 June 2014, 03:47:19
(http://www.madcatz.com/strike7/images/strike7_01.jpg)

well since you didn't mention mechanical lol


Edit: My mechanical is also pretty nice looking

(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0373/2417/products/DSC_6901_aligned.png?v=1393201864)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Beca on Fri, 13 June 2014, 04:03:26
Tsangan's KMAC mini with vintage set:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jIxijB5.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/6UrzD9c.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sL0S5Nf.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/XQ2wQp8.jpg)


Of course I'm pretty freaking biased since I own it  :thumb:
YES. KMAC Mini is perfection :eek:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Sagii on Fri, 13 June 2014, 05:51:32
Show Image
(http://www.madcatz.com/strike7/images/strike7_01.jpg)


well since you didn't mention mechanical lol


Edit: My mechanical is also pretty nice looking

Show Image
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0373/2417/products/DSC_6901_aligned.png?v=1393201864)



Now hooooold on for a minute.. those are not good looking :p (jk, but I honestly find them to be ugly)

Simplicity and minimalistic is the best, therefore my vote goes to a black blank HHKB Pro 2 with green blank keycaps on the arrowkeys!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 13 June 2014, 06:02:22
Edit: My mechanical is also pretty nice looking

Show Image
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0373/2417/products/DSC_6901_aligned.png?v=1393201864)


Tesoro messed up - the \| and `~ should have red LEDs, not white :))
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: TacticalCoder on Fri, 13 June 2014, 08:12:23
IBM Industrial mini / space saver with the white-on-black keys of a black M13. Kinda hard to find:

[attachimg=1]

I love it... Reminds of the Commodore 64 in a way.

Here's my full-size version: (I do have several Geek Hack IBM Model M keycaps but they weren't on when I took that picture)

[attachimg=2]

Daily driver is an HHKB but do find these industrial M with white-on-black keys better looking than my HHKB  :p
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: exit on Fri, 13 June 2014, 08:42:40
Show Image
(http://www.madcatz.com/strike7/images/strike7_01.jpg)


well since you didn't mention mechanical lol


Edit: My mechanical is also pretty nice looking

Show Image
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0373/2417/products/DSC_6901_aligned.png?v=1393201864)



Now hooooold on for a minute.. those are not good looking :p (jk, but I honestly find them to be ugly)

Simplicity and minimalistic is the best, therefore my vote goes to a black blank HHKB Pro 2 with green blank keycaps on the arrowkeys!

Yeah, different people have different taste. Couldn't justify spending over $100 for a 'standard' looking keyboard. The finish on the Tesoro feels very nice and high quality.

Edit: My mechanical is also pretty nice looking

Show Image
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0373/2417/products/DSC_6901_aligned.png?v=1393201864)


Tesoro messed up - the \| and `~ should have red LEDs, not white :))

They have cherry mx black under them so it's completely fine... it's a nice keyboard now that it's working.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 13 June 2014, 10:35:45
IBM F-122 and M-122. They big and beautiful :)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Photekq on Fri, 13 June 2014, 10:49:04
Few of my favourites :

G81-31XX series w/ card readers. Real shame they're not available in G80.
(http://i.imgur.com/S8XehMf.png)

G80-5000
(http://webwit.nl/input/cherry5000/trilogy/4.jpg)

G80-3000HAU. The flagship Cherry board. And his Russian bro, the HAV.
(http://i.imgur.com/KxyBHpr.png)

G81-3004SAT. The blue side lettering is just stunning.
(http://i.imgur.com/28erP6A.png)

356CL. The most elegant custom IMO.
(http://i.imgur.com/gmnLbP6.png)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Ki Bored on Fri, 13 June 2014, 14:41:12

My keyboards:

(Attachment Link)

(Attachment Link)

I know there are a lot of hate on Das Keyboard's gloss but you can't deny it looks really nice when clean.  :P

Oh also I owned a Blackwidow Ultimate for about a week before I return it to get a Das Keyboard, despite the hate and quality control issues but you have to admit it looks nice also.

(Attachment Link)

That white Filco with blue lettering is so cool.  Can you tell me more about it? Is it stock? What kind of switches?

I want one.

Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: fohat.digs on Fri, 13 June 2014, 16:27:02
not the winner
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: ideus on Fri, 13 June 2014, 18:52:46
IBM Industrial mini / space saver with the white-on-black keys of a black M13. Kinda hard to find:

(Attachment Link)

I love it... Reminds of the Commodore 64 in a way.

Here's my full-size version: (I do have several Geek Hack IBM Model M keycaps but they weren't on when I took that picture)

(Attachment Link)

Daily driver is an HHKB but do find these industrial M with white-on-black keys better looking than my HHKB  :p

Coolness! This looks great.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: combataran on Mon, 16 June 2014, 06:33:17
More
(http://imgur.com/8XEWvgc.jpg)
(http://imgur.com/zvWFzRt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EpJSP1I.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AlLDtPv.jpg)


By wzz47. Nuff said.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: feizor on Mon, 16 June 2014, 06:44:07
More
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/8XEWvgc.jpg)

Show Image
(http://imgur.com/zvWFzRt.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/EpJSP1I.jpg)

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



By wzz47. Nuff said.

That is brilliant.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 16 June 2014, 22:44:42
More
Show Image
(http://imgur.com/8XEWvgc.jpg)


By wzz47. Nuff said.

Is that orange Esc? :eek:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 16 June 2014, 22:49:12
Sifo's GON NS 87 Miami (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47644.msg1048405#msg1048405):
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/P1hzD8l.jpg)


oh god sifo why couldnt you be my neighbor or something ;-;

You're free to find me and say what's up ^_^
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: wetto on Tue, 17 June 2014, 00:10:19
Just five letters:

DOLCH

(http://i.imgur.com/8QK13.jpg)

/thread

Unfortunately not mine  :'(
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Lain1911 on Tue, 17 June 2014, 00:41:14
Datamancer
Show Image
(http://www.datamancer.com/cart/bmz_cache/b/bd836f2b3bc8a8498be6d3f883e19e99.image.733x550.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/industrial/industrialkeyboard3.jpg)


I just looked at this guys website and I am amazed.  :thumb:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Glod on Tue, 17 June 2014, 01:03:37
Datamancer
Show Image
(http://www.datamancer.com/cart/bmz_cache/b/bd836f2b3bc8a8498be6d3f883e19e99.image.733x550.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/industrial/industrialkeyboard3.jpg)


I just looked at this guys website and I am amazed.  :thumb:

sadly the guy died not long ago :( his original works were amazing.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tribade on Tue, 17 June 2014, 01:29:43
Datamancer
Show Image
(http://www.datamancer.com/cart/bmz_cache/b/bd836f2b3bc8a8498be6d3f883e19e99.image.733x550.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/industrial/industrialkeyboard3.jpg)


I just looked at this guys website and I am amazed.  :thumb:

sadly the guy died not long ago :( his original works were amazing.

Oh, man I'm sorry to hear that.  His keyboards are real works of art.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Eszett on Tue, 17 June 2014, 01:39:05
From all I’ve seen, this one, _if_ the keycaps had a homogeneous dyeing. The painting of the case seems flawless.
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: intelli78 on Tue, 17 June 2014, 01:52:40
The blue side lettering is just stunning

I don't disagree at all, the subtlety is beautiful, but i am getting megalolz imagining a layperson's reaction to your statement
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Oobly on Tue, 17 June 2014, 02:05:53
From all I’ve seen, this one, _if_ the keycaps had a homogeneous dyeing. The painting of the case seems flawless.
(Attachment Link)

It's hand painted with 10 coats of Urushi lacquer. I think what you consider to be inconsistent "dyeing" is a factor of the sunlight and angles making the cap look darker than the rest. Looks fine from other angles:

(http://wowpics.in/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/most-expensive-keyboards-Happy-Hacking-HP-Keyboard-Japan-PFU-Ltd.jpg)

(http://www.geek.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/hhkb_urushi_02-650x309.jpg)
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Eszett on Wed, 18 June 2014, 21:54:50
Do you think it is the angle and the sunlight? :eek:
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Smasher816 on Wed, 18 June 2014, 22:08:39
I think so. You can see a white line with a similar curve on the table. Must just be some strange lighting.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Eszett on Wed, 18 June 2014, 22:53:43
Ah, now I understand. The difference in color between right shift and capslock is due to sunlight, ok. And the darker and lighter shades on each key is the way it ought to be, kinda Urushi-style.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: thelittle0ne on Wed, 18 June 2014, 23:05:05
Either my LZ-S
Show Image
(http://31.media.tumblr.com/73a5c4e97b94f76162117e419b41aa63/tumblr_mp16ex3Q7U1sp4awzo1_500.jpg)



or

456GT

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/h5Qh5wR.jpg)

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

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


or

HHKB HG

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/mv7Y7f2.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ADL6Xul.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/YTz8Vo1.jpg)

another vote for 456GT because its pink and pretty <3
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: DuckNorris on Wed, 18 June 2014, 23:10:46
I'm partial to The Cheat

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/FNTOYY9.jpg)


Wow, what keyboard/case or whatever is this? Looks so awesome. Went into your collection page but did not see it be mentioned(the name).       
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: metalliqaz on Thu, 19 June 2014, 07:45:33
Its called The Cheat dude.  Just like I said
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: DuckNorris on Thu, 19 June 2014, 09:56:20
Its called The Cheat dude.  Just like I said

Take it easy I am new here lol. I didn't even know that was the actual name of a keyboard, just something you yourself called it.  Thanks for the response, just thought it was a really awesome keyboard and I am really interested in getting one like that in the future( if they still got them).
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: tribade on Thu, 19 June 2014, 10:46:51
Its called The Cheat dude.  Just like I said

Take it easy I am new here lol. I didn't even know that was the actual name of a keyboard, just something you yourself called it.  Thanks for the response, just thought it was a really awesome keyboard and I am really interested in getting one like that in the future( if they still got them).

I actually don't know all that much about them, but they do pop up in the classifieds from time to time. They always go quickly though, so keep a sharp eye out!
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: DuckNorris on Thu, 19 June 2014, 13:52:32
Its called The Cheat dude.  Just like I said

Take it easy I am new here lol. I didn't even know that was the actual name of a keyboard, just something you yourself called it.  Thanks for the response, just thought it was a really awesome keyboard and I am really interested in getting one like that in the future( if they still got them).

I actually don't know all that much about them, but they do pop up in the classifieds from time to time. They always go quickly though, so keep a sharp eye out!
What do you mean by classifieds ? Yeah finding them by google is a little odd atm. I'll try looking more after work but would be nice if I could get some direction ^_^
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: metalliqaz on Thu, 19 June 2014, 14:13:14
He's talking about the classifieds section of Geekhack.  People post their keyboard stuff for sale there.

The "Cheat" was a custom board from the Korean OTD community made sometime in 2012, I think.  It is rare by today's standards, but still common compared to the custom boards that came before it.  Its name comes from a dispute in the Korean community between the nonprofit sub-community and the more enterprising guys.  Obviously, they felt cheated when semi-commercial boards showed up using community-inspired designs. (this is a big simplification)  Other Koran buys form the same period as the "cheats" include the SOWARE and Rebel keysets.   They included keys that said "CHEAT" and "CMA" (copy my ass).  There was much butthurt at that time.

It's a very attractive board and I consider it one of the best looking customs.  Customs from that period used simplistic designs compared to the latest Duck or LZ designs.  I happen to prefer the older ones (KMAC1, for example)

Anyway, the Cheat was a limited run, but they usually show up for sale from collectors every few months.  They came in various combinations of red, silver, and black.  There may even be a broken one still for sale from Feng, I don't remember if he sold both of his.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: DuckNorris on Thu, 19 June 2014, 14:30:41
He's talking about the classifieds section of Geekhack.  People post their keyboard stuff for sale there.

The "Cheat" was a custom board from the Korean OTD community made sometime in 2012, I think.  It is rare by today's standards, but still common compared to the custom boards that came before it.  Its name comes from a dispute in the Korean community between the nonprofit sub-community and the more enterprising guys.  Obviously, they felt cheated when semi-commercial boards showed up using community-inspired designs. (this is a big simplification)  Other Koran buys form the same period as the "cheats" include the SOWARE and Rebel keysets.   They included keys that said "CHEAT" and "CMA" (copy my ass).  There was much butthurt at that time.

It's a very attractive board and I consider it one of the best looking customs.  Customs from that period used simplistic designs compared to the latest Duck or LZ designs.  I happen to prefer the older ones (KMAC1, for example)

Anyway, the Cheat was a limited run, but they usually show up for sale from collectors every few months.  They came in various combinations of red, silver, and black.  There may even be a broken one still for sale from Feng, I don't remember if he sold both of his.

Ah I see, thanks for explaining the history of this keyboard and saved me time from trying to search for it online to see about it. I really liked that style a lot but it seems the only thing I have to get close to that atleast in aesthetics is paiting/customizing my QFR or later on investing a WASD custom or Filco to get a similar look atleast XD. Thanks for your time and really nice keyboard too.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: exitfire401 on Thu, 19 June 2014, 14:33:36
Not sure how I missed this thread for so long. The HHKB HG gets my runner up nomination. The LZ-FE is by far my favorite though. I'm just too broke for one right now. Really was eyeing the ones Feng put up for a while.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: FrostyToast on Thu, 19 June 2014, 14:42:14
Personally, I think that the Datamancer stuff is so unique and nothing else really compares to it.
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: Bludude4 on Sun, 29 June 2014, 00:20:50
Here is my Phantom Space Cadet style with vintage blacks 62g and metalic black case.

Where did you get those keycaps? They are custom, right?  I'm not sure where to get those custom inscriptions, but I really want them because they're really cool. I ordered some custom keycaps from WASD keyboards, but the only thing I saw that I could customize was the colour of them, and the style of the modifier keys,and the inscriptions centered and stretched. Is there a way to make the colour of the inscriptions white or something like that?
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 29 June 2014, 00:40:28
Here is my Phantom Space Cadet style with vintage blacks 62g and metalic black case.

Where did you get those keycaps? They are custom, right?  I'm not sure where to get those custom inscriptions, but I really want them because they're really cool. I ordered some custom keycaps from WASD keyboards, but the only thing I saw that I could customize was the colour of them, and the style of the modifier keys,and the inscriptions centered and stretched. Is there a way to make the colour of the inscriptions white or something like that?

http://deskthority.net/group-buys-f50/group-buy-4-sphericals-tenkeyless-t1444.html
Title: Re: Best LOOKING keyboard?
Post by: lightsout714 on Sun, 29 June 2014, 00:59:11
He's talking about the classifieds section of Geekhack.  People post their keyboard stuff for sale there.

The "Cheat" was a custom board from the Korean OTD community made sometime in 2012, I think.  It is rare by today's standards, but still common compared to the custom boards that came before it.  Its name comes from a dispute in the Korean community between the nonprofit sub-community and the more enterprising guys.  Obviously, they felt cheated when semi-commercial boards showed up using community-inspired designs. (this is a big simplification)  Other Koran buys form the same period as the "cheats" include the SOWARE and Rebel keysets.   They included keys that said "CHEAT" and "CMA" (copy my ass).  There was much butthurt at that time.

It's a very attractive board and I consider it one of the best looking customs.  Customs from that period used simplistic designs compared to the latest Duck or LZ designs.  I happen to prefer the older ones (KMAC1, for example)

Anyway, the Cheat was a limited run, but they usually show up for sale from collectors every few months.  They came in various combinations of red, silver, and black.  There may even be a broken one still for sale from Feng, I don't remember if he sold both of his.
Thanks for the info. I was never too hip on what goes on in the Korean scene.

I have to agree with you on keyboard looks. Love the simplistic ones. KMAC with winkey blockers built in the case is my favorite.