Thats how I end up having 6kb and 3 more otw for 2PC and a notebook. Wasting money only. But the last one I 'built' /modded was very satisfying.

i have 1 pc n also a few kb's. using it depends on what im doing. currently on fullsize now.
but mine all cheap2 ones only.
have tried fully built keebs b4 n indeed they are much better than off the shelf board.

Wow that plate looks dodgy as heck. And some of the pics show the diodes are so close to the switch pins, really need to be mindful about it when soldering.

Interesting shop though. It has a full alu 100%, integrated plate, Kailh hotswap, SMD RGB, plate mounted stabs.
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10....id=583494774730

Again, questionable quality though. The last pic with the numpad shows at least 2 badly aligned switches. The 2U Zero/Insert is super obvious.

thinking of getting Realforce R2

is the only of getting this keyboard through taobao/amazon?

Thank you for your guidance

we all have different views on how many boards we would like to keep. it's just individual preference.

for hot-swap boards, i suggest go for those which support 5-pin switches, to minimize issues like misaligned keys.

there are a lot of affordable kits like the above at taobao. however, just remember the rule of 'you get what you pay for'.

no problem. good luck to your hunt for topre

topre is not my cup of tea. i prefer mx style switches more.

u have superman eyes mannn.

corrected

Lazada got. I know Topre is expensive, but damn:
https://www.lazada.com.my/products/realforc...JrY7C4&search=1

Serious ah. Super obvious.

ya I saw this.. but they only sell full-sized, I'm looking for the TKL one.. guess Taobao/Amazon it is

lol! yes, linear switches are always the best for me hahaha!

yeah the price is usually high for topre boards. however, i believe the price is nothing for those who swear by it.

until today, it's still considered as the better tactile switch, compared to mx style tactile switches, for reasons that i still cannot comprehend. however, there is one thing that i really agree: their stabilizer implementations are damn good. they are even better after tuned.

super obvious when u mention it. not when i first look at it. but mebbe i pon sekali tgk jeerrr.

i agree to this. once i had my hand on a stock topre, the bounciness and tactileness of the topre. hnngghhh. cant imagine after tuning. hnnggghhhhx2 mebbe.
but i read someone here said that downside of topre is less customization + astronomical pricing.
but the feels, hnngghhhh. cant get it elsewhere mannn.

Hi guys, will this case will fit the sk64?

https://shopee.com.my/%E2%8C%A8%EF%B8%8FE-s...2433.5951945334

Is there a cheaper alternative on taobao / aliexpress?

yeah. i completed all common mods on fc660c 45g in one-go: lubed switches and stabilizers with 205g0; replaced most keys with kbdfans sliders and rings; case filled with anti-slip mat. i removed additional springs for keys after a while. (the changes were not significant imo)

i didn't get hasu controller, mainly because i barely use it haha

Hey guys, I've trying using air duster on 1 of my key. But problem come back again after a while. The same key will randomly register multiple times or wont register when pressed.

Just wondering should I use WD-40 Contact Cleaner and spray the inside of the switch?

you can but this doesn't mean you should. (to me, it's the last resort) alternatively, try the air duster trick again.

imo a better solution is to open the switch up, and clean (maybe lube) it properly; or simply just replace it.

IMO a good starting option is Kemove's Snowfox. Their updated snowfox is not bad for a 60% keyboard. Budget about rm300+ and you its hotswap ready. But hot swap or not is preference i guess. I am currently waiting for mine to arrive, shipping is damn slow these days.

btw, Hi guys, new to this thread and hobby. Long time forumer who's not really active anymore haha..

IINM custom full sized boards are very expensive

I think you are better off finding a swappable keyboard instead, like what niakulah said

Also, another option is to DIY 80% keyboard, then DIY another numpad

Too bad full sized boards are not popular in the MKB community (myself also prefers full size boards too, never liked those super small ones)

yes market demand is the main driver to the growth of mkb choices. since most people prefer smaller form factors and preferred layouts, these custom kits are more common because of that, compared to the full-size.

for instance, i use 64-key 60% for a few years already. it's long proven that i don't need any other direct keys for my daily usage. i very seldom touch the additional keys on 65% or beyond as well.

didn't get realforce r2.. lots of the seller in taobao seem unwilling to ship here

bought leopold fc980c instead.. found a seller that said he can ship to Malaysia

can't wait for my first topre!

Thanks! But so far no stock for topre so I'll just have to wait. Any reason why you didn't like topre? I know mkbs are all about preferences, would just like to know. Since way back I've been hearing mostly praises about topres.