Which Keyswitch?

[The_Denks]

For a first time mechanical keyboard, red or blue switches?

I want a slight click, but I don't want it to be ridiculously loud

[PigWithAMustache]

I'm no Linus on mechanical keyboards, but apparently browns are the way to go if you want the slight click

[Katsunaka]

http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/products/sampler-kit/wasd-6-key-cherry-mx-switch-tester.html

Buy one of those(there's others elsewhere that are cheaper) to figure out what works.

 

So when you look for a keyboard, you already know how the switch works, feels and its loudness. May save a return later on, if you don't like the switch.

 

The little rubber bands are to dampen the click, may help with noise(can't remember if it does or not)

[Mihle]

I love browns, both for gaming and typing.

[Techicolors]

I recommend buying a switch tester. lets you try out a couple of switches to see which is right for you. However it won't exactly simulate the experience of using a keyboard with a particular switch, nor does it simulate long-term use of that switch. But a switch tester is a good indicator.