[V31] Lowyat.Net Mechanical Keyboard Club
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 Dec 19 2019, 11:14 AM
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Hail All Sifus,
I seeking an quest on the possibilities on the existence of a Mech Keyboard TKL version that uses Cherry MX Green switch with Side Printed Keycaps. Been searching for such keyboard but it seems more like a myth and fiction rather than a reality. Does any of the Sifus here encountered such product with available stock and does burst the wallet bubbles? Regard, Knight |
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Dec 19 2019, 02:02 PM
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Hummm... coming from the thought of getting the base mech board and custom it to the spec i need or even custom build the keyboard .... what would be the recommended source for getting those parts?
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 Dec 20 2019, 03:39 PM
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QUOTE(horns @ Dec 19 2019, 12:10 PM) you can get a tecware phantom elite tkl, and replace the stock switches and caps with what you want. Just checkout on the Tecwave TKL keyboard..... now i have dilemma of choices .... Phantom L or Elite ..... Gosh ... hahaha.... anyone can advice what the difference beside Phantom L is Low profile with detachable usb-c and the other one is just Wired non-detachable ..... |
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Dec 23 2019, 12:03 PM
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Oh well.... after long long struggles to get me self a mech keyboard with whether to custom or premade .... finally have decided and pulled the trigger on Tecware Phantom Elite TKL .... with Kailh Speed Bronze switch .... after this .... my search for Cherry MX Green (3 pin) and Side Printed Key caps begins ....
Building a custom keyboard would be me next holly grail .... but need to find a PCB that can support dual spacebar configuration and TKL design .... and potentially usb-c .... hence this part need to go for a deep search .... bonus if could get it setup in ergonomic layout .... hahaha.... asking too much ?? maybe.... |
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Dec 24 2019, 04:53 PM
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QUOTE(horns @ Dec 23 2019, 04:13 PM) tecware phantom elite tkl is less optimal at its stock configurations. you should use it for a while first, then start plan tuning it. lai lai share share tips on the possibilities ... eheheh.... |
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 Jan 2 2020, 12:00 PM
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to be frank ... i sorta love the pinging sound that mech keyboard makes.... lol... but i wonder for the tecware switch KAILH SPEED Bronze Switch is it worth to upgrade the Spring to a tougher one .... or get Cherry MX Green ?? ....
The only customisation i am aftering now was actually .... Ninja/Side Printed Keycaps.... Regards, Knight |
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Jan 2 2020, 05:52 PM
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QUOTE(horns @ Jan 2 2020, 01:20 PM) haha if you liked it then keep it. personal preferences dictate everything in this hobby, so as long as you like it then it's all good. the same applies to your cherry mx green question. to me it more of pocket approval .... lol.... but just wondering as anyone manage to change the spring on KAILH Speed Bronze switches.the main point of mkb modding is always to find the right combinations to fit your own preferences the most. for this you only need your own approvals. |
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Jan 7 2020, 06:21 PM
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Bags of upgrades are on the way...
Springs New keycaps (side-printed) O-Rings Something I am still looking for Lube.... any advice and also Switch Opener?? |
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Jan 10 2020, 02:50 PM
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QUOTE(niakulah @ Jan 8 2020, 01:45 PM) woot.... nice nice... will definitely support forumie ... xD... tougher question is which is more suitable for lubing Kailh Speed Bronze .... and also i am changing the switch spring to 150g springs.... ROFL.... some ppl is saying i am mad swapping into such heavy springs....TIA Knight |
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Jan 12 2020, 08:48 PM
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QUOTE(niakulah @ Jan 10 2020, 03:14 PM) 150g is a bit extreme, but if I was using a speed switch I might do the same. Well maybe not 150, maybe 100g. 80-100g is my sweet spot for spacebars in order not to accidentally actuate it. Since speed switches actuate sooner, I might consider 150. Would probably put o-rings as well to reduce total travel. Yip .... part of those stuff i purchased was O-Rings, 150g Springs, Ninja pbt keycaps.... and a switch opener.... will post pictures once those are in....I have no idea about lubing clickies. I use my keeb in an office and have never considered clickies. |
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Jan 13 2020, 01:01 PM
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QUOTE(niakulah @ Jan 8 2020, 01:45 PM) Ordered 2 types of lubs from the above mentioned site.... hope can get the lube xD |
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Jan 13 2020, 03:03 PM
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I have another question for people who using Tecware Phantom Elite TKL keyboard.... what is the stablizer size for this keyboard =X
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Jan 14 2020, 02:45 PM
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QUOTE(horns @ Jan 14 2020, 11:34 AM) it follows standard layout, so the stabilizer sizes for modifiers and space bar are the same as the standard layout, which are 2u for modifiers and 6.25u for space bar. 10q boss.... now i go order transparent stablizer =Xit uses plate-mount stabilizers. yes, on paper everything is right. it's better to wait for them to populate first. As for the new Cherry Switch.... doesnt this look familiar ..... Kailh Box Switch?? |
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Feb 12 2020, 11:26 AM
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QUOTE(clivengu @ Feb 10 2020, 12:21 AM) I probably just aim for TKL for this round as they are more option I can choose from. I found a used Durgod K320 at a reasonable price.. Currently my choice is between Durgod K320 and the IKBC CD87. Durgod used at around rm 250, IKBC new for Rm289. Which will be the better choice? I am currently using Phantom Elite TKL, running on KAILH Bronze switches; which i would say i love it sooo much as i can type faster than i used to. I have few orders coming in to upgrade the KAILH switches like Ninja Keycaps, spring replacement, Orings and lubes. Customising the switches before considering replacing with Cherry MX Green/RGB Green. But with the spring change on KAILH switches, I am expecting it to behave almost the similar as the intended MX Green. If I decided to play along in the future, I may pursue in finding my ideal 75%.... at the moment, I can't wait as I have no keyboard to use  Thanks for the recommendation. I looked into tecware phantom, it definitely is affordable option but I really don't like the "look" of it.. I hope to get one that I like, and can use it for a long time... Hopefully I won't get trap into this endless searching for the "endgame" ...  But..for tecware phantom elite, it means it is possible for me to swap all the switches & keycap in the future? They are using Gateron switches which I have not learn about them yet.. are they as good as Cherry Mx? Bonus point for this Keyboard is that it is hotswapable, which sounds good for me until I am looking to custom make one myself. |
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Mar 6 2020, 04:03 PM
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  Finally some upgrade to me Tecware Phantom Elite TKL |
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Mar 7 2020, 01:24 PM
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QUOTE(GMart @ Mar 6 2020, 04:43 PM) Where did you get the side-printed keycaps from? I got it from Kbdfans all stuff except for lubes .... with source from lowyat forum member here.... |
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Mar 7 2020, 01:27 PM
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QUOTE(niakulah @ Mar 6 2020, 05:02 PM) Spring change? yip .... switch lubing and spring upgrade to some say insane 160g springs.... but i love it.... xDin addition wanted to add foam on the back of the keyboard and change the stabliser to a different different sorts .... but it not easy as it seems as u need to bend some pin on the board to change the stabliser .... ended up .... let it rest for a while xD |
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Mar 7 2020, 02:45 PM
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QUOTE(niakulah @ Mar 7 2020, 02:14 PM) Whoa! I thought I was heavy handed. I enjoy my Aliaz with 80g. Had a 100g in a tester but thought it was a bit too much. But you do you man. Initially that the same thought I have as well, until I tooked off every screws on the board... then only to find out there are 2 pins on the plate that is bend and hooked to tonthe pcb board. And also the stabs rods it mounted between pcb board and front plate. Anyway what stopping for now is warranty.... just wait till next service time .... i will try to unbend the pin (pray it dont break off) and change the stab. The stab I chosen is transparent type.... goes well with the looks of Kailh Speed switches.What kind of stabs did you get? I would have thought that tecware uses plate mount stabs that should be quite easy to remove? As for me way of typing behavior.... i would i was trained using an ancient typewriter.... which is almost the pressure of 150g lol.... people use to tell me dont kill your laptop keyboard.... lol.... |
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Mar 30 2020, 12:46 PM
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QUOTE(niakulah @ Mar 29 2020, 02:59 PM) How would you rate YMDK products' quality vs kbdfans and kprepublic? I am actually satisfied with kbdfans ... currently my. mech keyboard uses all the stuff from kbdfans.... but might explore other option for ninja keycaps Kbdfans>kprepublic>ymdk?  |
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