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Title: TADA68 Opinions
Post by: Vapouriser on Fri, 02 June 2017, 16:35:29

Hi
Was thinking about adding the TADA to my line up, but have no experience of GAT switches. I like switches on the heavier and clickier side. Switches in stock on the TADA are Gateron blue/black and brown.
Any opinions or experience with these switches OR the board would be most welcome.
Thanks :)

Title: Re: TADA68 Opinions
Post by: AGscooby on Fri, 02 June 2017, 17:02:23

Gateron blacks are quite springy and tiring for light switch users (like me). They're a pretty smooth linear feel though. Brown tactility is nice but subtle and unobtrusive. Haven't had the pleasure of the blue clicks yet.

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Title: Re: TADA68 Opinions
Post by: crappy_guitarist on Sat, 03 June 2017, 00:03:19

I believe gat greens are also an option. I got mine from OCO (the saber 68) and got gateron greens. I don't know much about keyboards in general, but I do know that I absolutely love my tada68. I programmed it with macros that save me so much time. Plus, the enjoypbt keys are just wonderful.

As for the gateron greens; at first, it was a weird transition from cherry MX blue, but, after using it for a while, I can safely say that I prefer it over the MX blues. The greens have a smoother feel, while still keeping that tactile Sound.

Hope this helps

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Title: Re: TADA68 Opinions
Post by: SBJ on Sat, 03 June 2017, 01:08:51

I second the Gat Green switches - if you prefer your switches heavier.

Title: Re: TADA68 Opinions
Post by: Zhuni on Sat, 03 June 2017, 04:15:54

Got one with reds. Much smoother then cherry. The stock caps are perfect. Would of happily paid more for it. Best value board I've ever bought.

Title: Re: TADA68 Opinions
Post by: brianjking on Mon, 05 June 2017, 13:28:53

I had one with Gateron Browns and will definitely say these are MUCH better than their Cherry counterpart. However, I had it switched over to 67g Zealios and enjoyed the board much more that way.


The aluminium cases are definitely top notch, however, I honestly like my boards to be a bit portable and subsequently never bought into the upgraded case and found the plastic to be just fine. Definitely a great board for the price.