any keyboard suggestions for a price point between 100$ and 200$?
looking for a gmmk pro like a layout ( I don't know what it's called ) and currently have my eye on DrunkDeer A75, Keydous NJ80-AP, Epomaker TH80 Pro, and Keychron Q1 QMK V2.
any other suggestions? or feedback on these? appreciate y'all
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Hidero_ [#3]Assuming this is usd, you could definately get a Wooting 60HE with that kinda money. Not too sure what shipping costs for those are for other people but if your willing to spend a decent chunk, completely worth the money.
ah yes it's USD and yeah the rapid trigger can come in handy. but already using a 60% keyboard and trying to switch to a model that has a knob and arrow keys
cohnr [#5]DURGOD K320 I really like it, on the cheaper side
not the layout I was looking for, but thanks for the suggestion
diswaco [#4]get a barebones kit and some low actuation point switches if you want to go full custom, I can elaborate more if you're interested
had a thought on that as well and would love to try.
can you just confirm, do I have to solder switches to the board? or can it just plug into the board like a keycap?
cocoluna [#2]Wait for Black Friday got a 150 keyboard for 50% off
yeah may have to focus on that as well. thank you
Grimoire [#8]the drunkdeer from what i've seen looks rlly solid
same. that's my top choice for now. the only bad feedback I'm hearing is the cheap feel of the plastic body. don't know how bad is it tho
MrShadow [#9]had a thought on that as well and would love to try.
can you just confirm, do I have to solder switches to the board? or can it just plug into the board like a keycap?
I think you cab buy hot swappable not sure though
MrShadow [#11]same. that's my top choice for now. the only bad feedback I'm hearing is the cheap feel of the plastic body. don't know how bad is it tho
things like that are always replaceable down the line i think the rapid trigger is a good tradeoff for something like that
Grimoire [#13]things like that are always replaceable down the line i think the rapid trigger is a good tradeoff for something like that
forgot I could replace the body.
thank you for your replies. they made me more motivated to buy the drunkdeer
Hi,
I only created this account to comment. I would recommend looking into the MonsGeek M1W prebuilt with piano switches. The original MonsGeek M1 is highly praised within the custom keyboard community for being a really good budget entry with a full aluminum build. Stock m1w is already amazing but you can mod if you prefer a different sound profile.
Zellsis also uses an M1 MonsGeek, which you can see in one of the Cloud9 Twitter videos due to its distinctive gold side bezels.
The most important thing for gaming is obviously good latency and 1000Hz, both of which the M1W has. The switches on the piano are very light linear, making it great for gaming. Here is a spreadsheet listing the best latency options. Obviously, the Wooting keyboard is the best, but I personally don't like plastic 60% keyboards since I already have many, so the 75% (like GMMK) is more suitable for me.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZZPa8LdSqu3ObpqX4NKYb9gdp6tRUqMjMc6bDPvU9X4/edit#gid=0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ejrn_VL7OoA
I also checked out the DrunkBeer, but as you said, it's a pretty light plastic build and is pretty much inferior to the Wooting, despite being $100 cheaper.
If you are willing to wait, there could be a rapid magnetic switch M1 releasing soon since it's currently in the works. However, based on the previous Akko Mod 007 7th anniversary, their magnetic switch was a disappointment (Akko is the parent company of MonsGeek).
Here are the sources:
https://www.monsgeek.com/new-arrival/
Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pk4e327bWPE (not good impression)
Please let me know if you need more information or assistance.
Also don't research too much since I was initially like you but ended up spending way tooo much on expensive switches, keycaps and boards as part of the hobby. Also Keychron Q1 v2 is a expensive as board while offering pretty mid specs for price, m1w clears despite being cheaper. Epomakers is just rebranded craps. M1W is the middle ground for both office work and gaming since it offer great typing experiences (gas mount better than tray mount) (Debatable with piano since I prefer heavy tactile) and gaming experiences (low latency).
Both drunkbeer and wooting is tray mounted plastic build.
Finlad [#17]Blackwidow v4 seems to fit your wants and price range. Also don't get too caught up in the custom scene. It is a baddd money hole
dont get me started hahahahahah
MrShadow [#14]forgot I could replace the body.
thank you for your replies. they made me more motivated to buy the drunkdeer
Buying a aluminium body tend to cost alot and pretty much a scam.
keeb [#18]dont get me started hahahahahah
Like looking at the case price and thinking oh not too bad. Then artisans, keycaps, switches. Money suddenly dissappears lmao.
MrShadow [#6]ah yes it's USD and yeah the rapid trigger can come in handy. but already using a 60% keyboard and trying to switch to a model that has a knob and arrow keys
Using arrow keys on Wooting is really easy
grafffuj [#21]Using arrow keys on Wooting is really easy
with shift and other keys right? and fn + wasd
currently using anne pro 2 in the same way. so that's why looking for a different option.
but with rapid trigger, wooting may work a lot better with dealing with arrow key functions. let's see
keeb [#15]Hi,
I only created this account to comment. I would recommend looking into the MonsGeek M1W prebuilt with piano switches. The original MonsGeek M1 is highly praised within the custom keyboard community for being a really good budget entry with a full aluminum build. Stock m1w is already amazing but you can mod if you prefer a different sound profile.Zellsis also uses an M1 MonsGeek, which you can see in one of the Cloud9 Twitter videos due to its distinctive gold side bezels.
The most important thing for gaming is obviously good latency and 1000Hz, both of which the M1W has. The switches on the piano are very light linear, making it great for gaming. Here is a spreadsheet listing the best latency options. Obviously, the Wooting keyboard is the best, but I personally don't like plastic 60% keyboards since I already have many, so the 75% (like GMMK) is more suitable for me.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZZPa8LdSqu3ObpqX4NKYb9gdp6tRUqMjMc6bDPvU9X4/edit#gid=0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ejrn_VL7OoAI also checked out the DrunkBeer, but as you said, it's a pretty light plastic build and is pretty much inferior to the Wooting, despite being $100 cheaper.
If you are willing to wait, there could be a rapid magnetic switch M1 releasing soon since it's currently in the works. However, based on the previous Akko Mod 007 7th anniversary, their magnetic switch was a disappointment (Akko is the parent company of MonsGeek).Here are the sources:
https://www.monsgeek.com/new-arrival/
Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pk4e327bWPE (not good impression)Please let me know if you need more information or assistance.
that's very generous of you to make a new account to leave a comment and suggest a suitable recommendation with a nice explanation. thank you.
I saw this keyboard maybe on X but thought it was expensive af. but this is definitely at a sweet price point and looks like my interest is directed toward to this.
thanks for all the sources especially the spreadsheet. now I'm starting to dig more into this one. thanks again <3
Finlad [#17]Blackwidow v4 seems to fit your wants and price range. Also don't get too caught up in the custom scene. It is a baddd money hole
custom scene will be an expensive one for me for sure.
and unfortunately, blackwidow v4 don't have the layout I'm looking for. still, thanks for the recommendation
MrShadow [#24]custom scene will be an expensive one for me for sure.
and unfortunately, blackwidow v4 don't have the layout I'm looking for. still, thanks for the recommendation
Ic are u looking for a singular knob only?
MrShadow [#23]that's very generous of you to make a new account to leave a comment and suggest a suitable recommendation with a nice explanation. thank you.
I saw this keyboard maybe on X but thought it was expensive af. but this is definitely at a sweet price point and looks like my interest is directed toward to this.
thanks for all the sources especially the spreadsheet. now I'm starting to dig more into this one. thanks again <3
Yea i recommend first doing a tape mod / lube stabs on your anne pro 2 since that will change the sound profile to a nice pop (its great for plastic board since case is very hollow).
I recommend waiting for like Christmas sales since boards such as Monsgeek, Akko and Keychron tends to do massive sales. For me the monsgeek m1w is cheaper in local stores than buying from official monsgeek website. Some people buy from China directly which they can get it for dirt cheap but its a bit hard to (taobao).
Usually when monsgeek does a new release they give a small discount so yea. Here in OCE /Apac. Monsgeek are pretty reasonable whereas EU its kinda expensive.
Finlad [#26]Ic are u looking for a singular knob only?
yeah with no numpad as well. more like 75% layout
MrShadow [#9]had a thought on that as well and would love to try.
can you just confirm, do I have to solder switches to the board? or can it just plug into the board like a keycap?
you can buy hotswap ones that require no soldering and are very easy to set up :D
one combo that I've tried and liked a lot (and is relatively budget) is the keychron v1 barebones edition with akko cs silver switches, they have a 1mm actuation point(same as wooting he just without rapid trigger or other features).
Hey mate
Monsgeek m1 HE (Rapid Trigger) just released 1 hour ago
Check it out
https://twitter.com/MonsGeek
https://www.monsgeek.com/product/m1-he-full-assembled/
keeb [#35]Hey mate
Monsgeek m1 HE (Rapid Trigger) just released 1 hour ago
Check it outhttps://twitter.com/MonsGeek
https://www.monsgeek.com/product/m1-he-full-assembled/
saw it on instagram and thanks for the update.
so do we have any feedback yet about the new switches? or have to wait for it?
MrShadow [#36]saw it on instagram and thanks for the update.
so do we have any feedback yet about the new switches? or have to wait for it?
The only feedback we have is this switch being used in Akko mod007 aniversity edition which was a disappointment. It depends if Monsgeek fixed up all the issue and PCB has no weird errors like last time.
https://discord.com/invite/kdm35jjNeX Join that
Also keychron release their own version
Just wait a few months for new release and reviews
If you're buying rn then get wooting as its best of best but you will have to stick with 60% profile.
- Wooting is full analog and tachyon option
- Heard rumors of a new format wooting from discord (rumour)
Drunkdeer is releasing aluminium model soon
Apparently wooting is faster but drunkdeer more consistent
Source:
https://twitter.com/Heitarou1107/status/1708107135886967274?t=NAEk7y9D9aTS2IxmU0HbDw&s=19
You should wait for reviews for new keychron and m1 monsgeek HE with rapid trigger.
keeb [#38]Just wait a few months for new release and reviews
If you're buying rn then get wooting as its best of best but you will have to stick with 60% profile.
- Wooting is full analog and tachyon option
- Heard rumors of a new format wooting from discord (rumour)
Drunkdeer is releasing aluminium model soon
Apparently wooting is faster but drunkdeer more consistent
Source:
https://twitter.com/Heitarou1107/status/1708107135886967274?t=NAEk7y9D9aTS2IxmU0HbDw&s=19You should wait for reviews for new keychron and m1 monsgeek HE with rapid trigger.
I will probably wait until this month's end so by that time, I'm sure we may see some reviews.
and thank you so much for your help. not just a recommendation but with sources, reviews, feedbacks. I got everything for you. thanks again
MrShadow [#6]ah yes it's USD and yeah the rapid trigger can come in handy. but already using a 60% keyboard and trying to switch to a model that has a knob and arrow keys
ahhh a fellow keyboard knob enjoyer, someone who has fine taste
keeb [#27]Yea i recommend first doing a tape mod / lube stabs on your anne pro 2 since that will change the sound profile to a nice pop (its great for plastic board since case is very hollow).
I recommend waiting for like Christmas sales since boards such as Monsgeek, Akko and Keychron tends to do massive sales. For me the monsgeek m1w is cheaper in local stores than buying from official monsgeek website. Some people buy from China directly which they can get it for dirt cheap but its a bit hard to (taobao).
Usually when monsgeek does a new release they give a small discount so yea. Here in OCE /Apac. Monsgeek are pretty reasonable whereas EU its kinda expensive.
Hey keeb,
Guess what? I'm replying to this with an M1W. Thank you so much for your help.
Did not want to M1 HE in the first place and did not even wait for the 11:11 sale or black Friday sales. That's a bad move from me, but still, I wanted the keyboard ASAP, so I ordered it at the start of this month. I have been enjoying it for about an hour now.
So again, thank you for your awesome support with this. Appreciated.
MrShadow [#42]Hey keeb,
Guess what? I'm replying to this with an M1W. Thank you so much for your help.Did not want to M1 HE in the first place and did not even wait for the 11:11 sale or black Friday sales. That's a bad move from me, but still, I wanted the keyboard ASAP, so I ordered it at the start of this month. I have been enjoying it for about an hour now.
So again, thank you for your awesome support with this. Appreciated.
Glad you like your new board.
Yea piano v3 pro a pretty nice linear for gaming and typing.
It should sound fine with stock setup but you can always mod it like people do on youtube.
MrShadow [#22]with shift and other keys right? and fn + wasd
currently using anne pro 2 in the same way. so that's why looking for a different option.
but with rapid trigger, wooting may work a lot better with dealing with arrow key functions. let's see
You can use the tap function for Anne pro 2 where just tap bottom right keys to act as arrow keys. But obviously spamming them isn't easy.
keeb [#43]Glad you like your new board.
Yea piano v3 pro a pretty nice linear for gaming and typing.
It should sound fine with stock setup but you can always mod it like people do on youtube.
Yeah got 2 stickers for the tape mod, but I will wait for a few months before doing any mods.
And yep the sound is also better than I expected
Neoseki [#44]You can use the tap function for Anne pro 2 where just tap bottom right keys to act as arrow keys. But obviously spamming them isn't easy.
used it like that for 3 yrs. time to move on and I did :)
MrShadow [#45]Yeah got 2 stickers for the tape mod, but I will wait for a few months before doing any mods.
And yep the sound is also better than I expected
Yea tape mod if you want a poppy sound but honestly dont need. Plus it makes a mess no matter what tape u use. With monsgeek i prefer stock sound than poppy.
Use those black tape with holes for force break mod if you hear case ping
Or change the stabs if you feel its rattle and lube them.
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Honestly stock wise its sound good and prob aint worth the hassle opening it. Need be careful with battery and pcb connection wire.
MrShadow [#46]used it like that for 3 yrs. time to move on and I did :)
Hopefully I can move on next year XD
Neoseki [#48]Hopefully I can move on next year XD
You should check out the WEIKAV Sugar65 (cheap on Aliexpress on 11/11 Singel day sale) usually around 50 USD barebone. Its pretty rave within keeb community rn
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