Do it, I did and a left cherry behind. Once you use topre I doubt you will ever go back....
Realistically, I'm pretty certain I'll prefer the Topre for typing (grad school atm), and my cherry brown and blue boards for gaming and stuff, but I've never spent even half this much on a keyboard before (even though it's all gift credit I saved), it feels like such a huge amount to drop on an itty-bitty keyboard.
don't buy into the hype and approach it as a skeptic. You'll either be pleasantly surprised, or just dislike the switch/board. I will say that after purchasing my first HHKB and being initially underwhelmed by the switch, I really didn't want to go back to MX. This was mostly due to the feel. I've now tried several topre boards but HHKB reigns supreme for many reasons which I won't bore you with.
Get the standard. It will be cheaper and probably easier to sell when or if you decide you don't like the layout. Having said that...I got mine 4 years ago and still use it on occasion. It's a nice board.
you could consider getting the regular (not Type-S) version so save some money
you can always perform a silencing mod later on if you do decide you want silencing
Get the standard. It will be cheaper and probably easier to sell when or if you decide you don't like the layout... It's a nice board.
SSK
Yep the same just with a tkl designSSK
An SSK is basically a Model M TKL? Is that accurate? Same buckling springs and all?
I have the type-S; good if you plan to use it at work or in quiet places; it's very quiet. However if it is at home, I recommend the standard; that thock noise is satisfying as an auditory feedback feature.
I also recommend lubing the stems after a few months as mine started to not be as smooth as it was on day one. Reverse the spacebar for ergonomic purposes. Hasu's controller for programmability. Good luck!
After using it all, I am very interested in a 55g conversion or I may just get a reaforce; it never stops!!!
I have the type-S; good if you plan to use it at work or in quiet places; it's very quiet. However if it is at home, I recommend the standard; that thock noise is satisfying as an auditory feedback feature.
I also recommend lubing the stems after a few months as mine started to not be as smooth as it was on day one. Reverse the spacebar for ergonomic purposes. Hasu's controller for programmability. Good luck!
After using it all, I am very interested in a 55g conversion or I may just get a reaforce; it never stops!!!
Thanks for the info. I really love the sound of the Type-S, it would probably be used in class at times. I love the sound of the regular, too. But could you (or anyone), explain to me the biggest pro to buying a regular HHKB versus an F660C? I really love the look and sound of the FC660C, too, but would like to know about build quality, opinions on layouts, etc.
What about the Japanese version/layout of the HHKB? I see these are available, too. Would there be any hurdles getting that one to work correctly on my PC in the US? Probably not, I would gather.
I love how the Japanese version doesn't waste space at the bottom and you still get arrow keys, from the looks of it.
there's nowhere in a several-hundred mile radius that likely has one) to actually give one a test-drive.
How do you feel about the FC660C's feel compared to your HHKB?
I just brought mine into work today for the 1st time and I love it. But everybody says the same thing... Man that is tiny, WHY?!?! Because it's sweet and you suck! But I really like it, got the stock Pro 2 in black, about to pick up the Type S very shortly.
Wow, thanks everyone for all the information, I appreciate it. I hit 'order', there's no going back now! ^-^
If I hate it, be prepared for a brand new Type-S being sold in classifieds here. I'll give you a great deal!
I'll give you a great deal!
^Lol. and qazeqaz, you only live four hours or so away from me, it'd get there real quick!
And 3K, I think I probably could have found a place with Topres, but I think I know in my heart that it will be a wonderful switch.
Are HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
Are HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
Do it, I did and a left cherry behind. Once you use topre I doubt you will ever go back....
But flipping the space bar is a must! I was reading on here on how people did it, and I have to say it doesn't hurt my thumb anymore (gaming).
Wow, thanks everyone for all the information, I appreciate it. I hit 'order', there's no going back now! ^-^
If I hate it, be prepared for a brand new Type-S being sold in classifieds here. I'll give you a great deal!
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Haha. Is that from a bad b-movie? You welcomed me with it once on my first thread on the forum. I dig it.
But flipping the space bar is a must! I was reading on here on how people did it, and I have to say it doesn't hurt my thumb anymore (gaming).Heresy.
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!Are HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
55g is a mod. Not necessary. Just like this silencing nonsense.
But flipping the space bar is a must! I was reading on here on how people did it, and I have to say it doesn't hurt my thumb anymore (gaming).Heresy.Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!Are HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
55g is a mod. Not necessary. Just like this silencing nonsense.
Mine started out pure, now, she is broken in, modded, swapped, and all dolled up. I mean I would never bring her home to momma but she knows what I like. HHKB is the way to go, no matter how you go about it.
Y-y-y-you infidels!But flipping the space bar is a must! I was reading on here on how people did it, and I have to say it doesn't hurt my thumb anymore (gaming).Heresy.Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!Are HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
55g is a mod. Not necessary. Just like this silencing nonsense.
Mine started out pure, now, she is broken in, modded, swapped, and all dolled up. I mean I would never bring her home to momma but she knows what I like. HHKB is the way to go, no matter how you go about it.
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
That's what I want to hear! No if you buy a realforce your life would be complete heheStupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
hhkbYou're late!
Are HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
No. No. NoAre HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
yup, but its very easy to do. I have a guide here:
https://www.keychatter.com/2015/07/21/how-to-moddifying-an-hhkb-with-55g-domes/
No. No. NoAre HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
yup, but its very easy to do. I have a guide here:
https://www.keychatter.com/2015/07/21/how-to-moddifying-an-hhkb-with-55g-domes/
Stahp it!
Hahaha
I love all yer guide LSB!
I've done it all and the worst is the 55g mods and need to remove it immediately!No. No. NoAre HHKB only available in 45g? I've heard of HHKBs having 55g switches, but I imagine those are modded in?
yup, but its very easy to do. I have a guide here:
https://www.keychatter.com/2015/07/21/how-to-moddifying-an-hhkb-with-55g-domes/
Stahp it!
Hahaha
I love all yer guide LSB!
You don't know what you are missing until you have a lubed/silenced/55g HHKB.
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
Just let him taste the big booty!Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
warning: the 55g realforce is a 'heavy' switch and it feels more than the 55g advertised, as far as I could tell. This is due to the resistance being all the way at the outset of the keypress. I will say that the tactility is great, but you would need to avoid long typing sessions as you will develop fatigue. I myself have tried it and was a bit surprised at the actuation force. If you do decide to purchase one, try to get your hands on one beforehand and get a feel for the weighting. You mentioned you're a 'light' typist.
Just let him taste the big booty!
Its like 45g is a nice and round booty in medium size but not everyones likes medium sized stuff right!Just let him taste the big booty!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/1iCc574.gif)
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Haha. Is that from a bad b-movie? You welcomed me with it once on my first thread on the forum. I dig it.
Oh sorry! it's what I usually put for recent topre/HHKB converts. Didn't know I'd already referenced you with it. Hehehe. Not sure how I found it or from what movie. Definitely 80's stuff like Critters.
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Haha. Is that from a bad b-movie? You welcomed me with it once on my first thread on the forum. I dig it.
Oh sorry! it's what I usually put for recent topre/HHKB converts. Didn't know I'd already referenced you with it. Hehehe. Not sure how I found it or from what movie. Definitely 80's stuff like Critters.
Ummmm, it's obviously from the fantastic movie Ghoulies!
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Haha. Is that from a bad b-movie? You welcomed me with it once on my first thread on the forum. I dig it.
Oh sorry! it's what I usually put for recent topre/HHKB converts. Didn't know I'd already referenced you with it. Hehehe. Not sure how I found it or from what movie. Definitely 80's stuff like Critters.
Ummmm, it's obviously from the fantastic movie Ghoulies!
I was thinking Critters but it didn't feel right. Thanks!
Ummmm, it's obviously from the fantastic movie Ghoulies!
Critters is a great series as well tho :)
LESS MOVIES MORE HHKB YOU ****S
HHKB's seem to keep their value pretty well so no harm in trying and if you don't like it just sell it on the Classifieds y0
HHKB's seem to keep their value pretty well so no harm in trying and if you don't like it just sell it on the Classifieds y0
So true, I don't think I've even seen a HHKB go for less than $150.
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
warning: the 55g realforce is a 'heavy' switch and it feels more than the 55g advertised, as far as I could tell. This is due to the resistance being all the way at the outset of the keypress. I will say that the tactility is great, but you would need to avoid long typing sessions as you will develop fatigue. I myself have tried it and was a bit surprised at the actuation force. If you do decide to purchase one, try to get your hands on one beforehand and get a feel for the weighting. You mentioned you're a 'light' typist.
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
warning: the 55g realforce is a 'heavy' switch and it feels more than the 55g advertised, as far as I could tell. This is due to the resistance being all the way at the outset of the keypress. I will say that the tactility is great, but you would need to avoid long typing sessions as you will develop fatigue. I myself have tried it and was a bit surprised at the actuation force. If you do decide to purchase one, try to get your hands on one beforehand and get a feel for the weighting. You mentioned you're a 'light' typist.
As much as I like my 55g RF, I would imagine that someone who is used to more modern mechs and says they are a light typist would find the keys a bit heavy. I grew up as a heavy typist and used either buckling springs or rubber domes, which all require more pressure than most mainstream mech switches, so personally I like the added stiffness since it is more similar to what im used to. As far as feels go, it feels stiffer than my Unicomp which is rated at 65g iirc.
hhkbYou're late!
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
warning: the 55g realforce is a 'heavy' switch and it feels more than the 55g advertised, as far as I could tell. This is due to the resistance being all the way at the outset of the keypress. I will say that the tactility is great, but you would need to avoid long typing sessions as you will develop fatigue. I myself have tried it and was a bit surprised at the actuation force. If you do decide to purchase one, try to get your hands on one beforehand and get a feel for the weighting. You mentioned you're a 'light' typist.
As much as I like my 55g RF, I would imagine that someone who is used to more modern mechs and says they are a light typist would find the keys a bit heavy. I grew up as a heavy typist and used either buckling springs or rubber domes, which all require more pressure than most mainstream mech switches, so personally I like the added stiffness since it is more similar to what im used to. As far as feels go, it feels stiffer than my Unicomp which is rated at 65g iirc.
I can only speak for myself but my Unicomp definitely has a heavier keypress than the 55g domes in my Type Heaven.
I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333
I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333
Stupid people modding their hhkb please leave your hhkb virgin please!
I really like light switches, as I'm a light typer, so I assume the 45g will be more than enough for me. She'll stay a maiden, don't you worry. If I want 55g, I may go for a Realforce (God, what has my life become?)
warning: the 55g realforce is a 'heavy' switch and it feels more than the 55g advertised, as far as I could tell. This is due to the resistance being all the way at the outset of the keypress. I will say that the tactility is great, but you would need to avoid long typing sessions as you will develop fatigue. I myself have tried it and was a bit surprised at the actuation force. If you do decide to purchase one, try to get your hands on one beforehand and get a feel for the weighting. You mentioned you're a 'light' typist.
As much as I like my 55g RF, I would imagine that someone who is used to more modern mechs and says they are a light typist would find the keys a bit heavy. I grew up as a heavy typist and used either buckling springs or rubber domes, which all require more pressure than most mainstream mech switches, so personally I like the added stiffness since it is more similar to what im used to. As far as feels go, it feels stiffer than my Unicomp which is rated at 65g iirc.
I can only speak for myself but my Unicomp definitely has a heavier keypress than the 55g domes in my Type Heaven.
I think IBM buckling spring is much more than55g.
I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
Nah switching the clothes is fine! But not the inside of it!I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
You know, the more I look at it, the LESS I want to switch the caps. It's so........ INNOCENT.
Nah switching the clothes is fine! But not the inside of it!I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
You know, the more I look at it, the LESS I want to switch the caps. It's so........ INNOCENT.
Now that's a good dad no incest is allowed!Nah switching the clothes is fine! But not the inside of it!I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
You know, the more I look at it, the LESS I want to switch the caps. It's so........ INNOCENT.
Oh I am DEFINITELY not touching the innards.
Now that's a good dad no incest is allowed!Nah switching the clothes is fine! But not the inside of it!I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
You know, the more I look at it, the LESS I want to switch the caps. It's so........ INNOCENT.
Oh I am DEFINITELY not touching the innards.
Ok ok back to topic!
Now that's a good dad no incest is allowed!Nah switching the clothes is fine! But not the inside of it!I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
You know, the more I look at it, the LESS I want to switch the caps. It's so........ INNOCENT.
Oh I am DEFINITELY not touching the innards.
Ok ok back to topic!
Wtf is going on here guys?
Just some parental advice for the new dadNow that's a good dad no incest is allowed!Nah switching the clothes is fine! But not the inside of it!I JUST got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier. I'm a light typer as well, and the thocks are just as I imagined it. This little guy types like a dream <333Don't ever mod that little guy! Or you will be like me selling the board because its not virgin anymore!
You know, the more I look at it, the LESS I want to switch the caps. It's so........ INNOCENT.
Oh I am DEFINITELY not touching the innards.
Ok ok back to topic!
Wtf is going on here guys?
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