I start off with Das Brown then got a Filco Red after. I'm actually having a hard time deciding which I like better.
Brown feel more comfortable and forgiving. If you type hard, type light, or bottom out, not bottom out... etc. It all feels comfortable and awesome to use.
Red is a bit acquired taste. Initially you'll make a lot of mistakes because it's so light also no tactile bump, also bottom out kind of feel more harsh compare to browns. But after you get used to it then you kind of like how your finger just glides through red effortlessly, and you learn not to bottom out too much. In that sense red can feel better if you're aware of how you type. But if you just want to be lazy and slam your keys then brown is more forgiving.
Gaming wise red hands down, though for RTS like Starcraft I kind of like MX blue. But in terms of overall experience, I think brown and red is very close. You have to try it to find out
Personally, I enjoy MX Reds a lot; but even having my board for nearly a year I still haven't quite gotten "floating" down without missing the actuation point at times. I've often wondered about moving onto MX Browns to help with "floating" and more accurate multi-tapping, so my question is does anyone have any reverse input on this subject as well?
I do agree with you, sometimes I still miss the "floating point". Red feels like driving a manual, while if you know what you're doing it has more control and more precise. Brown feels like driving automatic, no matter what you throw at it you'll always be comfortable and relaxing. Not saying one is better than others but it's different kind of experience lol.
