mechanical keyboard

[CarCollector36]

Just now, Drak3 said:

No you don't. You need an account to use the cloud features, but I was using Synapse just fine offline before I got a K70 Lux

if you have tried the corsair software what one do you prefer

[DarkBlade2117]

7 minutes ago, Shiv78 said:

Yup, you need to make an account just to use it

 

Strafe all the way! I'm getting mine (non-RGB with Browns) tomorrow, will let you know. PM me if you want detailed info, maybe on Sat or something.

Corsair's RGB software for the Strafe RGB is friggin amazing btw

 

I agree with all of this. However, Razer makes their own switches now, Kailh doesn't make them. Honestly they are probably worse off for making them in house lol

Proof that they make their own switches? Almost certain that Kalih produces the switches and Razer just slaps their name on it.

[Drak3]

Just now, CarCollector36 said:

if you have tried the corsair software what one do you prefer

I prefer the ease of key function customization Synapse offers.

 

But overall, I'll take Corsair's CUE software any day of the week. There's far more in terms of stock lighting options and it doesn't cause any noticeable performance hit on my 5930K.

[Shiv78]

28 minutes ago, DarkBlade2117 said:

Proof that they make their own switches? Almost certain that Kalih produces the switches and Razer just slaps their name on it.

They used to do that, but AFAIK they started making them this year. However, some sites say that some new 2016 edition, non-Chroma keyboards are going back to Cherry. Corsair or CoolerMaster is a better option IMO

[Techicolors]

where's the love for the ducky shine five? though i can understand that Corsair may be more appealing here, with the CUE software 

[DarkBlade2117]

11 minutes ago, Shiv78 said:

They used to do that, but AFAIK they started making them this year. However, some sites say that some new 2016 edition, non-Chroma keyboards are going back to Cherry. Corsair or CoolerMaster is a better option IMO

WASD and Ducky

[Shiv78]

3 minutes ago, DarkBlade2117 said:

WASD and Ducky

No personal experience but heard nothing but good things!

 

So far looks like most people agree that, in no particular order, 

Corsair (Strafe or K70)

CoolerMaster (Maskterkeys Pro S/M/L)

Ducky

WASD

 

are all far better options than the Blackwidow lineup

[Kobathor]

1 hour ago, Shiv78 said:

I agree with all of this. However, Razer makes their own switches now, Kailh doesn't make them. Honestly they are probably worse off for making them in house lol

Kailh actually makes decent switches. Razer's switches are plasticy-feeling, too loud, and terribly heavy.

[Kobathor]

1 hour ago, Technicolors said:

where's the love for the ducky shine five?

on my desk. Love that keyboard tons. 

[Techicolors]

Just now, Kobathor said:

on my desk. Love that keyboard tons. 

neat. did you swap the keycaps?

[Kobathor]

Just now, Technicolors said:

neat. did you swap the keycaps?

No. I like the ones on there. Nice texture and easy to see the lighting.

Full disclosure- I got one from the first batch of Shine 5's, which had some LED issues. My keyboard's left spacebar LED doesn't shine any blue, so it looks weird.. My keyboard is actually in a box in my room, never shipped back to mecanicalkeyboards.com for repair. Oops. I'm kinda spooked, cause if they replace it, I'll lose the signatures I got on the back.

[Aytex]

Ducky

Vortex

Max

Coolermaster

 

Are the top brands I recommend

Corsair, WASD and Razer are too edgy

(Also WASD Being a overpriced and they sell their keeps with ABS keycaps like wtf) 

 

[Techicolors]

4 hours ago, Aytex said:

(Also WASD Being a overpriced and they sell their keeps with ABS keycaps like wtf) 

 they got a backlit cherry MX clear option though 

[Tangtawan]

Nope, their quality control is not that good considering that price point. 80 million keystrokes MTBF reated is not true.

[CarCollector36]

im probably getting a corsair strafe rgb or k70 rgb and a new mouse but i really want the diamondback because of the amazing looks/lighting but im pretty sure you can sync your lighting with a corsair mouse and keyboard so what do you think i should i should get

[SirFluff96]

I would go with the sabre and the k70

[CarCollector36]

Just now, SirFluff96 said:

I would go with the sabre and the k70

im torn on the strafe and k70 too because they have the same switches but i like the looks of the k70 more but the strafe is 10usd cheaper

[needlessly_weekday]

I would personally go with the K70 RGB. I have one myself with Brown switches and I love it! I pair the keyboard with the M65 RGB as well. (As you can see, I love RGB). What types of games are you playing MOBA/FPS. Because the M65 is an FPS mouse. The K70 does not have dedicated macro keys.

[CarCollector36]

Just now, spacemen13579 said:

I would personally go with the K70 RGB. I have one myself with Brown switches and I love it! I pair the keyboard with the M65 RGB as well. (As you can see, I love RGB). What types of games are you playing MOBA/FPS. Because the M65 is an FPS mouse. The K70 does not have dedicated macro keys.

i play all types of games besides moba's and mmo's also i dont play anyting competitively like cs:go or overwatch

[needlessly_weekday]

Then I think that if you want RGB and Cherry MX. switches other than Red, get the K70. Otherwise, get the Strafe.

[Aytex]

1 hour ago, CarCollector36 said:

i play all types of games besides moba's and mmo's also i dont play anyting competitively like cs:go or overwatch

For this I recommend the G900, Nixeus Revel 

Zowie EC-A/G502/G402 is kinda circle jerked around but they aren't that bad

[Facehair]

 

Can't speak much about the mouses but, I've tried the k95 (MX browns) before with it's metal body and all and now I have the Strafe RGB in MX Browns. The build quality and sturdyness on the strafe is solid, barely any flex when I try the flex test and mind you, I'm trying to flex it with a lot of strength, the same goes for the k95 of course given it's metal body but the fact that the strafe can hold it's own with a plastic outer cover is really nice. 

 

The lighting on the strafe is better than the k95 and k70 as well due to the white back plate which really makes the RGB show it's 'true colours' (hah) more. Deal breaker? Yes, if lighting is of importance to you. 

 

One thing I really disliked about the k95 and will be the same with the k70 was that sometimes I'd accidentally hinder the edge of the keyboard and it being metal, you could scratch yourself, of course if you're really careful that won't happen but with all things considered it'll happen at least once or twice. With the strafe, the plastic cover doesn't feel as sharp if you manage to snag your arm or hand against it. Deal breaker? No but, it's to be considered.

 

Price is of course cheaper on the Strafe but for the extra dollars you get what you pay for on the k70, especially if the metal body is out of the question. The extra things you get are the media controls and scroll volume wheel. It's up to you, do you feel that you need the media keys and volume wheel? If so, then go for the k70, if not then go for the Strafe.

 

Overall you can't go wrong with either one.

 

[CarCollector36]

i dont play any "competitive" games like csgo or battlefield 1 or care about extra buttons like the naga

[Shiv78]

DeathAdder as it is much more comfortable.

[CarCollector36]

Just now, Shiv78 said:

DeathAdder as it is much more comfortable.

would you say its worth 10 usd more