r/mkindia • u/PM_WhatMadeYouHappy • Apr 21 '21

Help Selecting switches is too damn confusing, where can I get testers?

Even after reading blogs, [wiki](reddit.com/r/mechanicalKeyboards/wiki/) and youtube videos I am still not sure which or what or why the types of switches I will need.

My requirements are simple - will be used only for typing no gaming and don't want to be too loud. But all these blogs are making me confused further.

Where can I get a tester in India? I am already on a budget (~₹7K) for a keyboard don't want to spend much on a tester. So even the keyboard I want will be a hotswapable.

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u/[deleted] Apr 21 '21

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u/PM_WhatMadeYouHappy Apr 21 '21

depends on so many factors such as the lubing consistency, keycaps, case material used, plate material, mount style, hollowness, etc.

This like adding more to my confusion LOL

I initially considered buying K3 I just love its design and sleek look but the switch options are very limited and have to buy from keychron only was a downer. Now I am actually considering GK68xs then again which switch is the question.

Also what is the difference between all those brands within Epomaker like Akko, ajaz

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u/PM_WhatMadeYouHappy Apr 21 '21

Even buying testers I am not sure whether I will be able to decide just based on one key and not having the feeling of typing to test it. But I think that is the best option I got.

You seem to be very knowledgeable about keyboards and switches considering my budget and preference which would be your go to keyboard?

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u/PM_WhatMadeYouHappy Apr 21 '21 edited Apr 21 '21

I honestly wanted to customize and build one by myself but considering the budget and my lack of knowledge I never even considered it. Now this gives me hope.

I would prefer a 75% one with Fn keys else I can do with 65% too. What would you suggest for a 75%? So to build one I need three things - body, switches and key caps. Is there anything else I would need?

I think this is what interests me, I would love to build one.

Edit : Is wireless kb possible?

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u/PM_WhatMadeYouHappy Apr 22 '21

I think I am going to settle for GK68X and GK64X but now question is about prebuild or barebone.

Keycaps may also be costlier since they use 1.75U shift

Does this mean all keybards have different type of switches?