New Mechanical Keyboard

khaine1711 · 2 Nov 2012 at 00:09

Rooster212 said:
Yeah drop any links in, I don't think I'll buy one for a month or so

http://murobbs.plaza.fi/yritykset-ja-jalleenmyyjat/880826-ducky.html

Pricing is around page 22 or 26ish I think.

Also

The ducky nordic site isn't up yet but:

G9008 + White lasered PBT keycap. I'm guessing it'll be limited time offer only (I got a limited - regional launch of Ducky a year ago (PBT engraved keycap + bonus Black on black keycap, same price as the normal version)).

If backlit is a must then there's few choices, Shine 2/Shine Year of the Dragon; Deck Legend and KBT Race/Pure if you need desk space. There's also various cheaper options but they either have issues/quirks, or the build quality isn't comparable to the aforementioned.

You can find most of the popular choices with reasonable price on Ebay; and some less well-known one on Taobao (chinese ebay). There's also Keyboard company (UK based - Filco/Topre/Some unicomp) and various online vendors =p.

Rooster212 · 2 Nov 2012 at 10:44

khaine1711 said:
The ducky nordic site isn't up yet but:

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G9008 + White lasered PBT keycap. I'm guessing it'll be limited time offer only (I got a limited - regional launch of Ducky a year ago (PBT engraved keycap + bonus Black on black keycap, same price as the normal version)).

If backlit is a must then there's few choices, Shine 2/Shine Year of the Dragon; Deck Legend and KBT Race/Pure if you need desk space. There's also various cheaper options but they either have issues/quirks, or the build quality isn't comparable to the aforementioned.

Careful about mentioning competitors

Desk space is hardly a big concern, the Razer Blackwidow is hardly a small keyboard, and it is the only thing I have on my desk apart from the other computer peripherals (2 monitors, mousemat, mouse, desk lamp and the tower). There was plenty of room for the Razer so I think these ones will be fine.

I love the look of that keyboard, I'll have a look into pricing now as you say.

Rooster212 · 2 Nov 2012 at 10:57

I've just been looking around, I have found a website that sells the Ducky keyboards, I have found one with Blue switches and Blue LED backlights, with the num pad, which looks very tempting... £115 though

I would pay it I think it is a great looking keyboard.

Wucked · 2 Nov 2012 at 12:02

I recently changed my Razer Blackwidow Ultimate for a Qpad MK-85, with Cherry Red's. So pleased that I did, its a quality product, great for gaming and general typing, with a really nice build quality. I was a bit unsure of the red switches at first, but the keyboard is really good. Its also on offer atm, which is nice.

Product: http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-001-QP

OCUK Review: http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18362873

Rooster212 · 2 Nov 2012 at 12:40

Not a fan of the Red LEDs unfortunately. However the Blue switch one might be good, I'm not quite sure about switches still... I know it is all personal preference but there isn't really a way that I can tell which one I will prefer until I have tried all of the switches, I love typing on the Blues but want to try another switch. So the Qpad is an option for sure. The world of mechanical keyboards is a wild one for sure

So far my list is

Ducky Pro (choice of switches)
Qpad MK-85 (Red switches)
Just use the new Blackwidow when it arrives (blue switches)
Gigabyte Aivia Omnium (red switches)

Rooster212 · 11 Dec 2012 at 15:39

Hello everyone again, I got my RMA accepted today and I have a brand new shiny Blackwidow Ultimate 2013 edition on the way. I'm not sure what to do now, it's a beautiful keyboard, should be with me in a few days, think I will keep it for now, unless anyone has any new recommendations?

djkav · 11 Dec 2012 at 15:56

I got the Q-Pad mk85 with black switches from the xmas calendar for £75ish.

Love the black switches. They have a nice weight. Tried reds, way too light. Blues we're too noisy.

Its got a nice small form factor. Enjoying it.

Rooster212 · 11 Dec 2012 at 16:35

Do you mean this keyboard? I came across it earlier, I like the look of it, shame it isn't blue backlit cause that would be my preference

i will keep that one in mine, I thought reds would be too light as you say.

djkav · 11 Dec 2012 at 20:58

Rooster212 said:
Do you mean this keyboard? I came across it earlier, I like the look of it, shame it isn't blue backlit cause that would be my preference i will keep that one in mine, I thought reds would be too light as you say.

Have you tried the Q-Pad MK-80. Similar to the MK-85 and has a blue back light.

That comes in black switches (a heavier red feel) and brown (similar to blue, but with out the clicky sound).

grizzla · 11 Dec 2012 at 21:35

I am typing this on my mk-85 using the black switches i think the key action is really nice, this is my first mechanical keyboard and so far i am impressed, it only arrived today. It feels solidly put together and seems to have excellent build quality.

Rooster212 · 12 Dec 2012 at 00:25

djkav said:
Have you tried the Q-Pad MK-80. Similar to the MK-85 and has a blue back light.

I'll be honest, I love the look of this keyboard

I think I might end up getting that in all honesty. I'm just a bit indecisive :rolleyes: