r/keyboards

I was thinking about it because I could get a better keyboard for the same price if I buy used but idk if there’s anything wrong with buying a used kb

Hello keyboard enthusiasts,

I am posting here to ask your opinion and advice about a Miku themed custom keyboard I am planning to build to fit perfectly with my ROG x Miku PC. While looking around for a VERY long time in search of a keyboard that matches the teal, magenta and black color profile of my ROG x Miku PC, I finally found the NovelKeys Miku board and keycaps. Now the problem is... these things are proper expensive, like actually. We're talking $275 for a pre-built keyboard, $195 for JUST the keycaps of the alternate set and $75 for the Novelties keycaps. And then there is still duties to be paid to ship to me. I personally prefer the IF Base Kit set over the Miku Base Kit set which includes some grey keycaps, which introduces the common dilemma of not enough money.

With all of that out of the way, I was wondering if you all have some good recommendations for a black barebones keyboard that supports RGB (preferably per-key) and some nice switches to make it all thocky. For reference, I (think) I like deep thock that isn't too suppressed. I quite liked the sound of the Evo75, Evo80 and Crush 80 on online previews. I have heard some good things about the Oily King switches (?) and the BSUN x Zuoce Marshmallow R1. Now I don't have ANY experience when it comes to picking switches or any keyboard parts at all, so feel free to correct me or recommend me anything you think will sound nice.

I'm looking forward to your comments! Quick note: budget won't be too much of a problem at this point, since I will already be spending this much on keycaps, but please go easy on me.

Hi all. Does anyone have any recommendations that fit my criteria please? Got myself a Steam Deck a few months back and I want to get a compact keyboard to be able to use/travel with it, as well as possibly finally replacing my nearly 20 year old Logitech G15 at home.

A lot of people suggested a Nuphy Air/Node low profile to go well with the Steam Deck but they're a little expensive so wanted to get more options to choose from first. Unfortunately there doesn't seem to be many Iso - UK layout keyboards out there.

Criteria:

75% or slightly bigger - I'll be playing WoW with it, and need F1-12 for keybinds

Iso UK Layout - I've always used the \ next to the left shift key as a keybind too.

Silent/Quiet switches - Only used membrane for the last 20years so never had a desire for loud switches. Plus, it could be used next to gf trying to sleep.

Preferably shine through keycaps - For playing/typing in the dark.

Wireless - Definitely wanted.

Price - Cheaper the better, but at this stage I think I'm willing to pay up to the price of a Nuphy Air V3 (£120ish)

Colour - Probably prefer darker but open to ideas.

Low vs High profile - Undecided here.

I did find a handful on Amazon from Tecurs, Koorui, Red Thunder, Omoton, and Gamakay that I'd love to get some opinions on.

The Nuphy Node is on offer there currently too.

Thanks for the help.

I've been looking into getting a mechanical keyboard for a while now and was originally planning on getting a GMK61 barebones kit with Akko Rosewood switches but I have recently seen a lot of hype for Hall Effect keyboards. Are they really that good, especially at a budget level? I would be getting something like the Aula X Epomaker Mini 60 Percent HE keyboard Max so it's not like I'd be getting a crazy expensive one and there's also a few other negatives to getting a HE keyboard for more like having a thocky sound which is less capable on a HE keyboard I've heard and also having custom keycaps which I'd have to pay extra on top. It's not like I am going to go pro anytime soon I just want a nice 60%, thocky, wireless keyboard for gaming. What's the best option?

Hello!

I’ve decided it’s almost time for me to upgrade from my Royal Kludge RK61 which I’ve had for many many years now. This keyboard will almost exclusively be used for gaming!

I’ve narrowed my options down to 3 keyboards based on my preferances and budget (100-150$/1000–1500 Swedish kr):

Rainy 75 Keyboard

YUNZII AL80

Chilkey ND75

Which one do you think I should get and why?
You can also let me know if you have any other reccomendations!

Thanks!

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Hi there! I'm relatively new to the keyboards rabbit hole. My mechanical bluetooth keyboard recently stopped working and I'm looking to replace it with something that will last me longer and is better quality with swappable keys. My existing keyboard was very cute (pink, orange and red keys) and I'm looking for something to replace it that maintains my desk area whimsical yet functional ✨

Through perusing this sub I found this keyboard from MelGeek and I love the utilitarian look thrown in with the throwback to the translucent mac computers - however, it doesn't have the keypad which I use frequently for work.

Curious if others here might have recommendations of any niche brands that offer something similar as a full size keyboard and decent quality. It's hard to parse through the million options online and I appreciate everyone's expertise and recommendations!

Thanks!! Have a nice day!

So let's beging I have a Microsoft keyboard from 2012, it has been a long ride but is time get a new one, my knowledge on keyboards is almost nothing, I asked a friend for a good mechanical keyboard and he suggested a ducky one 3 RGB, I'd like to buy a 100%, PCB hot swappable, do you have any suggestions? The ducky one seems good and it is only $129 but with delivery it goes up to $220 in mechanical keyboards, and amazon doesn't ship to my country, my budget I'd say can be up to $200

I wanted to try buying a hotswappable barebones and pairing it with my own switches and keycaps, but sites I've searched so far have shown me many out of stock options for tkl barebones. Does anyone have any recommendations <$300? Mainly doing for enthusiasm & typing, not gaming.

I have attack shark x68 he but i noticed they sometimes it dosent register my clicks and sometimes it double clickes i was wondering what to get next no more then 150 usd must be 75% or 80% keyboard

I'm looking for a keyboard thats bigger than full size/100%.
I understand that keyboards such as Hyper7 and the Boston Compact exist. But, I want to know if there's more than those two. I've searched everywhere and other than these two there's no information on people looking or owning a bigger than normal keyboard other than the aforementioned.
Also, if possible, a marketplace to purchase these.

Hey,
I’m a newbie in the keyboard game and searching for a keyboard with this requirements:
- Wireless (good battery)
- TKL
- Knob
- OpenRGB support

Searched a long time but any keyboard seems to not match a specific requirement.

Found this 3 keyboards:

1. Keychron V3 Max
2. Keychron V3 Ultra
3. Logitech G515

I’m concerned about the quality of Keychron. Also not sure wether buying the Ultra or Max.

Can you recommend a Board with the above requirements?

Or can you suggest 1 of my 3 suggestions?

Thanks in advance.