Hello!
This is my first post on Geekhack. I did want to make an introduction thread, but I didn't know what to write.
Since I'm new to mechanical keyboards I can't really give you an imagination or pictures of my boards.
However, I live in the middle of Europe and hope that we can share each others experiences and stories about the world of keyboards in the upcoming time.
Which switch?
I'm really interested in getting a mechanical keyboard, since I'm getting sick of using Rubberdome keyboards.
Like, I guess, most of the people asking for help I do a lot of everything. My time on the computer is about 6+ hours a day in total,
which contains school work (writing and programming), gaming (however not a lot) and normal web surfing.
Because of that fact I kind of already chose the MX Blue to be "my" type of switch, since I read that a lot of people recommend the MX Blue for typing.
I love the fact that it gives me a click feedback.
The biggest Contra against these switches is the noise coming from them. I kind of talk with my friends on TeamSpeak all the time I'm on the computer and I fear that this could really annoy them.
I have a condenser microphone that is a good amount of space away from me (it's the only way I'm able to do it), so the noise would definitely be transmitted.
The alternative to MX Blues would, of course, be the MX Browns. I was able to do a hands-on on a Logitech G710+, but as this keyboard has O-Rings I couldn't get the bare feeling.
Which keyboard?
The next problem would be the keyboard. My current favorite would be the Filco MJ2, but it also is the most expensive Cherry one I saw.
I see lots of people rave about this keyboard, how good the building quality is, and so on.
I think because, as I read, mechanical keyboards last a good amount of time it would be worth it.
My preferred layout would be TKL with an ANSI key-layout.
I don't care about backlightning, however it's nice to have, but not a must.
I would have to pay about 170€ for a new keyboard when (I hope this is allowed) buying at KeyCo (UK) because of the Pound-to-Euro course, as well as the unbelievable shipping price of 20€.
What I found kind of unsatisfying is the fact that the Filco comes with ABS keycaps. I have no experiences, but I read that they wear off very quick.
For this price it would be a shame if they'd do that to me. A set of PBT keycaps would cost up to 80€ too.
Would this be worth it?
Another keyboard which often gets recommended would be the CM Storm QuickFire Rapid/Stealth. It looks way cheaper, and in fact it is, I only would have to pay approx. 90€.
Is this the better option?
I know that it is my decision and I have to know my budget, but is the up-charge worth it? What would you recommend me?
Best regards,
esclu
