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geekhack Community => New Members => Topic started by: Ky-Keys on Tue, 02 September 2014, 22:55:39
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Hi all,
I am a 30ish year old IT professional who finally had enough with squishy junky keyboards that I see day in and day out. I spend the majority of my work day at a keyboard, and then a few hours of gaming at night (mostly MMO's). Up until now, I have used a decent logitech wireless keyboard, but I have worn down the keys and etchings, and this is the 3rd keyboard I have done this to.
So, after hours of searching and lurking this very forum, I decided to go for it. I went to my local best buy and picked up a Logitech 710+, which uses the browns. I used it for a few days, and returned it. I found I was craving the tactile and audible feedback. The only other in-store option was a Razer Black Widow, with their "green" keys (which to me seemed similar to blues). The feel was better, but while I do game, the retina searing green was too bright, the keys a bit too sensitive, and I could not stand the font they used for the R on the keyboard. So, back that went.
I finally gave in after research and the urging of a friend who owns one, and picked up a DasKeyboard 4 Ultimate. It is due to arrive tomorrow. I also needed to replace my logitech G19 game pad, which had also worn down to a nub, so I picked up the Razer Orbweaver. I am not terribly thrilled about the razer software, but I got it on sale, and some gift cards brought it down to around $60, so I figured what the heck.
All of this is leading up to what brings me here; I am hooked. Now that my eyes have been opened to the world of mechanicals, I cannot look at a standard keyboard without disgust. I see this being the first of many purchases. I am an ebay junkie, and anticipate seeking out old mechanical treasures. I'm already looking at getting some custom keycaps for the Das (I am thinking blank red for the "Esc" key and a red spacebar"). A quick question while I am at it; does anyone know offhand if the keys on the Razer Orbweaver can be replaced? I saw some posts on here but did not find a definitive answer. They do look a bit off from standard, though I don't get it until tomorrow so I will have to give a closer look then.
Anyway, after all of the great advice given on these forums, I figured what better place to nurture and feed a new addiction!
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Welcome to Geekhack!
There are so many keyboards you haven't tried yet ... ;)
The Orbweaver seems to use the new Razer switches aka Kailh, which are compatible with Cherry MX switches. Profile aside, most MX-compatible keycaps would fit on to it.
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Welcome!
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You'll never want to go back! >:D
Welcome!
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Get ready to empty your wallet.
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You'll never want to go back! >:D
But from time to time you may find yourself wishing you never started due to the lack of money.
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Brace yourself, it's gonna be a deep ride to an empty wallet.
Welcome.
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Get ready to empty your wallet.
This :cool:
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Welcome!
The Blackwidow (older with MX Blue) and Das Keyboard (MX Brown) were my first two mechanical boards, which I purchased around the same time.
Before you know it, you'll be learning what you like and dislike and always searching for a slightly better experience. Basically, you'll be fiending like an addict. I suspect class II drugs may even be cheaper...
Post back once you use your new board!
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Welcome!
Nice introduction. :)
Enjoy your stay!
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Hi All!
Thanks for the warm welcome. Your comments confirmed what I already suspected; this is gonna hurt right in the wallet. Luckily, my girlfriend thinks all keyboards cost around $10, so I am in the clear for at least awhile.
Thinking back, in my career in IT, I have recycled or otherwise trashed many old mechanical keyboards... I shudder now thinking about it.
So I got the Das and the Orbweaver and have had a few days with them. I love the feel and look of both. The Orbweaver has what seem to be about 1/3 height keys; this means you are always bottoming out, but they are also extremely quick, which I feel is perfect for gaming. The audible feedback is very pronounced, and feels great under the finger as well.
The Das is a pleasure to type on. I had a bit of concern going with the ultimate, as I often need to type in complex passwords for work, but have not had any issues as of yet, and have increased confidence in my typing abilities. I did a bunch of WPM tests, and average out at about 95 with the Das, which I think is pretty darn good.
My only concern is that it seems a few of the keys (specifically the "A" and right arrow) don't click like the rest. I did some side by side testing with my ear to the board, and it almost sounds like they are only half clicking. I haven't taken off the keys yet to see if perhaps some grit got in. I do live in a refurbished mill building, and while it's lovely, there is always a fine brick dust everywhere, so I am constantly using compressed air to stay ahead. Hopefully this is the case... I don't want to be exchanging this thing already! Anyone have an issue like this before?
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Luckily, my girlfriend thinks all keyboards cost around $10, so I am in the clear for at least awhile.
Hahaha. My favorite response to "I collect keyboards": "Oh, what an inexpensive hobby. Lucky, you!"
.... Yea.... Um.... yea.......
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Luckily, my girlfriend thinks all keyboards cost around $10, so I am in the clear for at least awhile.
Hahaha. My favorite response to "I collect keyboards": "Oh, what an inexpensive hobby. Lucky you!"
.... Yea.... Um.... yea.......
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Luckily, my girlfriend thinks all keyboards cost around $10, so I am in the clear for at least awhile.
Hahaha. My favorite response to "I collect keyboards": "Oh, what an inexpensive hobby. Lucky you!"
.... Yea.... Um.... yea.......
Is quoting yourself similar to talking to yourself?