I guess I don't understand how big or little of a difference there is between 45g and 60g. I wish there was a pc parts store around where I could check it out. I live in the middle of the Adirondack Park, in NY. Not much around here other than some bears
I know my crappy membrane keyboard (or whatever you call it) has something of a feedback, right? If I push a key softly I can feel the point in which the key gives a little and the letter registers. Do I need that? I don't know. I don't feel like I notice it while typing regularly.
So in the land of reds vs blacks, I should try out reds first?
NikoGasm, I did really like the steelseries board except for that layout change. I'd rather have the standard key layout, whether its tenkeyless or full doesn't matter as much.
Being that you guys are the biggest keyboard enthusiasts I've ever seen you're probably good people to ask, does having lit keys really matter? I do usually game in low-light, but even with the lights off my monitor is huge (28'') so it lights up the keyboard anyway. I can always see the keys. I think I'd have more options available to me if I don't go for backlit keys, no?
So I guess the new list is:
- Red switches
- Really sturdy, no mini-usb plug
- Standard key layout, I like having the number pad but I would grab a tenkeyless if it was ideal for everything else.
- Plain frame with decent back risers to angle the board. I have a memory foam wrist rest that I'd prefer to use over the plastic wedges that are on some. If it's detachable, then it doesn't matter.
What are some brands I should be looking at? Are there any I should be avoiding? What sites do you guys usually shop from? I have just been googling things and lurking reviews and forums. If you have any keyboards that you would recommend, let me know. I really appreciate everyone joining in. It's always a pleasure to find a nice forum.
I am already going to have to order one with blue switches after I get this one, just for fun. I know it. You guys are sucking me in. But lets focus on the above wants for now