First Mechanical Keyboard Help

[Thegentlemann]

I'm on the market for a new mechanical keyboard, but I don't know much about them. I'm looking for suggestions for a high quality keyboard for no more than 150USD. It will be used for a mix of typing and gaming, and i don't have a switch preference yet, although I will be getting a switch demo board to help me make a choice. I wouldn't be bothered by loud clicking since I game with headphones and listen to music while typing, and a backlight would be nice but isn't necessary. I want the keyboard to support full NKRO and it needs to last a long time, at least 4-5 years. Thanks for your time and suggestions.

[nsyedhasan]

Ducky Shine 3, G710+, K70, Coolermaster Quickfire.

[Nineshadow]

K70 is the best!

[xaeleep]

Ducky makes great minimalistic keyboards, which are relatively cheap, no specific models comes to mind, you'll have to look that up for yourself. The Steelseries 6G is cheap as well.

[YouRezz]

G710+

Razer Blackwidow Ultimate 2013

Corsair k95 and lower

Ducky shine 3

all of the CM stuff

 

Even DAS model S

[dizmo]

Filco's are nice. I also enjoyed the Max Keyboard Nighthawk. Comes with a nice gel wrist rest as well.

[UnderADyingSun]

Features you should look for. Cherry Mx Blue, this is a favorite of many and will likely be yours ( I prefer reds ). Make sure it's backlit and has media keys. 

 

Razer, Corsair, Logitech, that Ducky nonsense. A few brands to start by. Visit their web address' and see what products they offer. 

 

I'll say this for the billionth time, a mechanical keyboard will NOT improve your gaming performance. If you're buying one for this reason...just don't. 

[Guest]

Corsair K70/K95

Razer Blackwidow Ultimate 2013

Ducky Shine 3

Logitech G710+

CM Storm Quickfire Ultimate/TK

[parashpa]

Any of the CM Storm mechanical keyboards. The Logitech G710+ isn't bad either. 

[Kim jong so ill]

Ducky Shine 3

[jinscho]

I know this is slightly off topic.. but check out ebay for great deals on mech keyboards.  I was shopping around for my first as well and ended up grabbing a Steelseries 7G for $42.  This could help you expand your search while dropping your overall cost down quite a bit.

[Musikman]

K70 and if you are looking for a nice middle ground between typing and gaming, I strongly recommend getting Browns. Own 'em and love 'em.

[Thegentlemann]

I've narrowed it down to the k70 or cm storm quickfire ultimate, just need to wait for my switch demo board to come in so I can make a final decision

Thanls for all of your help!