QUOTE(hth3heretic @ Jul 1 2013, 03:39 AM)
that's great, I like how compact it is since I am fine without the num pads or palm rest in most occassions
maybe I might use it as a replacement for my laptop keyboard since its function key is locked (Permanently enabled) so I can't get f1 - f12 to work right
So does different brand affect how the keys are? like how much force you need to actuate and keep it there?
my budget can be as high as RM500, but I want to get the right keyboard.
(Bought my keyboard off taobao, it's not so bad but I still prefer to use my rubber dome keyboards contrary to what some say)
By the my PLU-3000 can support 7 keys with a PS/2 converter
Just tried playing o2jam to get the feel again, noticed that I actually get tired of holding, releasing and pressing the buttons

I recommend MX Red, and all mechanical keyboards are the same. most of the switches have an actuation force, but for example, any board with red switches will have the same actuation force, the only difference about different mech keyboard is just the quality.
Though Red is a lot softer than Brown I would say, brown has that tactile that makes the switch a tad heavier. Do not go for MX clear, those are heavy as hell, unless you are able to mod them, also do NOT jump to Topre, you won't notice much difference advancing from membrane keyboards to Topre.
MX Black might be an option too. It's better if you go to a shop and try them out. Ask CT about your location, and he may point which shop to go. Once you have a switch that you like, it's easier for us to recommend which board you should get. RM500 is plenty, most mech keyboards are below RM500. but if you want compact layouts. Just get keycool from taobao, otherwise, just go ducky if you can stand having a bigger keyboard.
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