Hey Guys!
I'm a mech keyboard noob here (haven't really owned 1 yet).

I'm interested in getting the iOne Xarmor, particularly the XArmor U9BL-S.
http://www.amazon.com/XArmor-U9BL-S-backli.../dp/B004OLLXVQ/

But can't seem to find it anywhere in KL? Not even any forumers selling it.

May I know what's the best way to get hold of this item?
Or do I have to buy it online.

In fact I did do some research (on gaming user forums, youtube, with OCN and GH included).
Most of the feedback are somewhat positive. The only downside I find is perhaps the durability of the keycaps?
My research may not be thorough enough, so pls take my opinions with a grain of salt.

Like I said I'm noob and interested only, maybe you can share with me what kind of problems this keyboard has so that I will reconsider more?

Some reasons I'm interested in it are:
- Cherry MX-Brown version
- compact size, not bulky. has detachable wrist-rest
- retains the standard keyboard layout (otherwise i would've chosen steelseries, but they replace/move some of the keys!)
- has USB hub (users have reported it can support mass storage devices, while I asked my friend using Razer BlackWidow - he plugged in USB harddisk, can't detect at all)
- LED backlight

Or can you kindly suggest a good mechanical keyboard which suits my needs above.
Sorry if this is too much to ask, I know I can't have best of all worlds.

The backlight is 1 of the reasons.
But to be honest, the XArmor U9BL-S doesn't really look that nice.
If I were to go for 'blingness' I would've chosen Razer BlackWidow easily.

Thanks bros.
Understood about the USB hub part.

That Das Cherry MX you recommended looks good.
I can only buy it via PCHome's website?

I'm now also looking at the Deck Legend - Ice (tactile)
http://www.deckkeyboards.com/product_info.php?products_id=96
But don't know where can buy here.

Okok guys, I think if I can see for myself and get a feel of the keyboards then it'd be better.

But so far I've only seen Razer BlackWidow and SteelSeries G7/G6v2 in stores (namely those at lowyatplaza and digitalmall).

What about the other keyboards that forumers have?
Any shops in KL that have them? Or all must order online only?

Ohh, thanks much bro.
I checking their price list http://images.lowyat.net/pricelist/czone.pdf
seems like really got. How was I so blind...
If only Filco had backlits
But then again I may grab em..

Thx again! If you know of any more stores got, do post here.

This post has been edited by tALEz: May 29 2011, 08:28 PM

ya, i'd like to look at the pics too if possible.
got source ka?

bro storm88,
can't tell price nvm.
but can roughly know when will release ah?

bro, end up like blackwidow how?
Bad? In what sense?

pls enlighten me coz I never had a mech k/b before.
Looking for 1 tho.

i'll be the first in line waiting for the new duckies, as it will be my first ever mech k/b.
hoping to get the backlit one, that is of course storm is bringing that in.

I'm actually also looking for a full-backlit keyboard other than BWU.

iirc, storm mentioned to wait till mid-June for some new Duckies.
But I'm not sure whether it includes the backlit ones or not.

I thought the Ducky Shine uses blue/brown switches.
It's uses black switches?